CONTENTS | MARCH 2017

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Best Hiking Trail, Photo by Thacher State Park Employee Michelle Johnston Picnic Spot, Park John Boyd Thacher State Park

COVER STORY COLUMNS IN EVERY ISSUE 12 Besties: 10 Horoscopes People and places Sun sign forecasts for March 08 Publisher’s letter 42 Arts & Entertainment 11 Financial Dow 20,000: What’s next? 50 Last page with John Gray FEATURES 32 Maple weekend: A sweet way to enjoy Vermont 40 Medical: SPECIAL SECTIONS Is it endometriosis? 36 Women’s Health

6 | MARCH 2017 | CAPITAL REGION LIVING PUBLISHER & PRESIDENT VIKKI MORAN

ART DIRECTOR STEVE TEABOUT

SALES MANAGER TERESA FRAZER

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SALES ASSOCIATE TARA BUFFA

SALES ASSISTANT TRACY MOMROW

FOOD EDITOR & SALES ASSOCIATE MICHÈLE KRISTENSEN

SPECIAL PROJECTS COORDINATOR DANI SGUEGLIA

EDITOR BETH KRUEGER

BOOKKEEPER TINA GALANTE

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS AMOS CUTLER, MD ARLENE DEANGELUS CHRISTOPHER & DENNIS FAGAN JOHN GRAY BETH KRUEGER

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CAPITAL REGION LIVING | MARCH 2017 | 7 publisher’s letter | vikki moran

t is the 1st day of March. Each minute sweeter than before. There is a blessing in Ithe air - William. Wordsworth For those of us who love the warmer more than the colder climate, March is the month when we know that the tide will turn. We may get snow and it still is cold but April and then May are around the corner. March also means our Annual “Besties” for People and Places followed soon by the annual “Besties” for Food and Beverage in April. This is our celebration of the local busi- ness owners and professionals. We recognize their effort as the leaders of our communities and the employers of our families. Our annual poll encourages you, our read- ers, to vote for your favorites in over 200 cate- gories. We learn each and every year about new businesses and admire once again the businesses that have thrived for generations. Our medical column is all about endometriosis. While I never have had to deal with this condition myself, I have witnessed the heartbreak with friends and family. We hope this will be an eye-opener for everyone and offers help to all seeking answers. Here is a wonderful travel idea this month in Vermont for the entire family to enjoy while learning and appreciating maple syrup—where it is from and its many uses. Visit the Vermont sugar houses for maple open house weekend. Then head to the Inn in Manchester to unwind. Real maple syrup is just amazing and the uses are endless. Please enjoy this March issue. Share and keep the marvelous “Bestie” winners poll for future reference.

Gratefully yours, Vikki Moran

Correction: In our February issue we listed Dr. Gallo’s phone number incorrectly. The correct phone number is 242.7800. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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CAPITAL REGION LIVING | MARCH 2017 | 9 horoscopes | arlene deangelus Sun Sign Forecast

Best days in March 2017: 16th, 25th, 26th and 29th Begin a diet on March 12th.

Aries:
(March 21 to April 20) new goal or long-term direction. You reconsid- Universal laws, subconscious self and er joining a community or humanitarian group spiritual rebirth are examined for this month. in your neighborhood. Sagittarius: (November 22 to December 21) You can also explore your hidden abilities and talents. Following the 12th, you take a Home-front activity, identifying with the renewed interest in your work and your past and discovering oneself are examined for health. This can be the time of recognition for this month. You enjoy a family gathering or the completion of a work project or achieving event. After the 12th, your career area or the success with a new health program. equivalent becomes more important. This is Taurus: (April 21 to May 20) the time to put your best foot forward as you Group associations, developing friend- can receive a job opportunity or some help ships and humanitarian contributions are the regarding your career. Capricorn: (December 22 to January 19) focus for this month. You may set new goals and directions. After the 12th, you enjoy Everyday environment, ability to commu- spending time with loved ones and children. nicate and educational opportunities are You may also find that expressing yourself favored for this month. New studies are of through a creative project or talent is exactly interest. Following the 12th, you take an inter- what you want to do at this time. needed changes. Examine options that provide est in the law, philosophy and spirituality. Gemini :  (May 21 to June 20) you with more security. Intellectual studies and formal classes will The career world, assuming responsibility Virgo:  (August 23 to September 22) appeal to you. Foreign travel and cultures can and recognized achievements are favored for Forming partnerships, position of com- also be inviting. Aquarius: (January 20 to February 18) this month. You will analyze your recent goals promise and a cooperative approach are in life. Following the 12th, your home and per- favored for this month. You seek harmony in Material acquisitions, searching for self sonal matters have your attention. You are all of your relationships. After the 12th, you and use of assets are examined for this month. able to resolve an old personal matter or con- look for ways to revise some of your habits and You reassess your attitudes toward posses- dition to everyone’s satisfaction. You will also appearance. Maybe you will try a new hair- sions and money. After the 12th, jointly held enjoy a family gathering. style or color or even your mode of dress. Put monies and property will be affected. Read Cancer:  (June 21 to July 22) your needs first and have fun. any contracts carefully before signing. This is Searching for knowledge, universal mys- Libra:  (September 23 to October 22) also the time to pay off old debts, loans and teries and philosophy on life are questioned Solving old problems, care of health and commitments. Pisces: (February 19 to March 20) for this month. You become interested in new work skills are the focus for this month. workshops or formal classes. After the 12th, You now seek both work and physical efficien- One’s potential, discovering oneself and you are able to catch up on paperwork and cy. Following the 12th, you want some time inspiring others are important for this month. telephone calls. You are asked to help with a alone as you search for spiritual attunement. This is your time to step out and express your- neighborhood or community project. Your You are now able to correct past mistakes and self to others. Following the 12th, there may interest then turns to new studies. heal old wounds. Remember to balance your be subtle changes in your partnerships by Leo:  (July 23 to August 22) life with a little down time. learning to compromise. You also learn much Another’s assets, mediumistic abilities Scorpio: (October 23 to November 21) about yourself through your relationships with and accepting changes are the focus for this Developing gifts, expressing oneself and others. month. There is an interest in new-age teach- affairs of the heart are highlighted for this Arlene is an author, astrologer and para-con- ings and workshops. Following the 12th, you month. You enjoy time with your loved ones sultant and has studied and worked with review your financial situation as well as your and children. Following the 12th, you examine astrology for more than 35 years. spending and saving habits and will make any your recent achievements and you may set a

10 | MARCH 2017 | CAPITAL REGION LIVING financial | dennis & christopher fagan

Dow 20,000: What next?

s we watched the Dow Jones Industrial Average close above the 20,000 mark Afor the first time ever on January 25th, we could only wonder whether or not that fig- ure would be used as an imaginary spring- board to further gains or as a magnet, as some large round numbers often do. Prior to hitting that milestone, the Dow closed within one percent of 20,000 twenty- five times so one would have thought it would act as a magnet rather than a springboard. However, with the Dow some three percent above 20,000, it is prudent to take time to examine what factors might push this index even higher as well as which ones might send it lower. Certainly, most of these factors are related to the actions taken or not taken by President Trump. President Trump campaigned on tax reform, both personal and corporate. More specifically and as it pertains to tax reform for the individual filer, much of what he hopes to accomplish is a cut in taxes for the average American. How would this benefit the econo- effective tax rate that corporations pay on instantaneous delivery is worrisome and seems my and subsequently the equity markets? A repatriating assets held overseas. At the cur- better suited for barroom negotiations than tax cut for individuals, which probably won’t rent time there is approximately $2.5 trillion board room or United Nations discussions. The become a reality until late 2017 at the earliest, (yes trillion!) held overseas. We believe that world is indeed a dangerous place and careful, would put more money into the hands of con- technology companies, who hold a sizable per- thoughtful negotiation paramount. sumers. Given the recent trend in spending on centage of this amount, would be the biggest We remain invested believing the market experiences rather than goods, this might pro- benefactors as it would automatically result in hovering around 20,000 represents more value vide a bigger benefit to the hospitality industry increased earnings. Some CEOs are on the than the 10-year U.S. Treasury note, which cur- such as restaurants, hotel, airlines and rails record as to suggesting that a good chunk of rently yields approximately 2.45%. That being rather than automobile sales. That said, don't any assets repatriated would be used to buy said, the political rhetoric/fireworks that go spending the tax break just yet as Congress, back stock and/or increase dividends. This increased volatility last year may be just a little including possibly the fiscally Conservative would most likely not be a boon to employ- more than the average investor can stomach. Republicans, might drag their feet, pushing ment. However, corporations will most likely For that reason, stay invested but well diversi- any type of legislation into 2018. respond to lower effective corporate tax rates fied. The market heroes of today may be the by purchasing equipment, building plants, and subject of a presidential tweet tomorrow. Considering corporate tax reform hopefully increasing wages and benefits. Please note that all data is for general Trump also campaigned on corporate tax The above—tax cuts for individuals, fami- information purposes only and not meant as reform. Of the 34 countries in the Organization lies and corporations as well as a reduction or specific recommendations. The opinions of the for Economic Cooperation and Development perhaps a period of amnesty that will allow to authors are not a recommendation to buy or (OECD), the United States currently ranks first repatriate assets overseas at least in the short- sell the stock, bond market or any security con- with a 39.1% corporate tax rate. However, term—is a net positive for the economy and tained therein. Securities contain risks, and more telling is the effective rate, the rate at equity markets. However, President Trump fluctuations in principal will occur. Research which corporations actually pay when deduc- also comes with some potential negatives. any investment thoroughly prior to committing tions such as health insurance and pension The seemingly haphazard foreign policy money or consult with your financial advisor. costs are taken into consideration. That rate is through President Trump's first month in office Please note that Fagan Associates, Inc. or still a high 27.9%, the second highest rate has many investors scratching their heads. related persons buy or sell for itself securities among the 34 OECD countries. There appears to be daily tweets from the that it also recommends to clients. Consult Tax reform that would lower the effective President’s Twitter feed, bringing some new, with your financial advisor prior to making any rate of taxation that corporations pay would unexpected insult to an ally, American compa- changes to your portfolio. To contact Fagan most likely be coupled with a reduction in the ny or even celebrity. This new media with Associates, call 279.1044.

CAPITAL REGION LIVING | MARCH 2017 | 11 Best Meteorologist BESTIES | PEOPLE & PLACES Steve Caporizzo

Photo by Fred Neudoerffer / NeuStudios Blue-Denotes Winner Black-Denotes Runner-up

can be assured many will be roaring brated a grand reopening at its new educational sessions and shows. A LOCAL PEOPLE Fly 92.3. Music, contests, latest location in the Arcade Building on recent visitor with children from & MEDIA celebrity news and entertaining. Broadway. The move to this new ages 3 to 11, reported, “They are all bright space creates new opportuni- into different things and they each AFTERNOON ANCHOR NEWS RADIO ties for the Gallery, which, for four found stuff to keep them enter- Kelly Lynch WAMC decades, has been exhibiting the tained for hours. I love this place Kelly Lynch anchors Dr. Alan Chartock, the contemporary work of artists of the and they want to go back again.” NewsChannel 13 Live at Noon as President/CEO of WAMC, is profes- Mohawk Hudson region, and, as And it’s enjoyable for young at well as co-hosting the “Chuck and sor emeritus at the University at this “Bestie” choice shows, contin- heart, too. Albany and leads this most informa- ues to build an appreciative and Kelly” show each morning on CMOST (Children’s Museum of knowledgeable audience. NewsRadio 810. Kelly grew up in tive news channel through listener Science and Technology) support. Those who contribute the Capital Region and has played a The Hyde Collection 250 Jordon Road, Troy successful part in local media for a annually in fund drives and other 161 Warren Street, Glens Falls www.cmost.org number of years now. Congrats to appeals appreciate, as do our CRL www.hydecollection.org one of the hardest working media readers, everything offered in pro- The Children’s Museum at Saratoga women, juggling a media career on gramming each and every day, 24 Clark Art Institute 69 Caroline Street, Saratoga Springs two broadcasting vehicles and a hours per day. 225 South Street, Williamstown, MA cmssny.org wonderful family to boot. www.clarkart.edu RADIO PERSONALITY MUSEUM EVENING ANCHOR Brian Cody and Chrissy Cavotta COUNTY FAIRS New York State Museum John Gray Brian Cody and Chrissy The Altamont Fair 222 Madison Avenue, Albany Each year John Gray seems to Cavotta have been the “FLY Route 156, Altamont www.nysm.nysed.gov capture the “Bestie” for Broadcasting Morning Rush” morning team for www.altamontfair.com A repeat “Bestie” in this cate- as Evening Anchor but each and many years now. They were both Going to the Altamont Fair is gory, the State Museum has a mis- every day he captures the hearts of born and raised here in the Capital on many CRL readers’ summer sion of serving the lifelong educa- those who read and watch everything Region and have a keen sense of plans. The comments of one recent tional needs of New Yorkers and John focuses his multi-talents on. As what make the Capital area tick. visitor capture the essence of this visitors through its collections, exhi- always, so proud of you, John. Bravo to these multi-year winners of “Bestie” selection: “For a small- bitions, scholarship, programs, the CRL “Bestie” poll. town fair, the Altamont Fair has a lot media and publications in science, METEOROLOGIST to offer! Nice selection of clean and history, anthropology, and art. Steve Caporizzo PRINT JOURNALIST bright kiddie rides for our grandchil- There’s always something new in If it isn’t enough to be a talent- John Gray dren (and the attendants were very exhibits and activities, while main- ed on-air personality and weather It is certainly hard to be objec- kind, polite and helpful.). Great taining presentations that have forecaster, Steve also is this area’s tive when it comes to John’s many food--lots of options! Loved the farm been enjoyed by generations. biggest champion for our four-legged wins in the CRL Magazine readers’ animals and the giraffes! 4H build- Established in 1836, it’s the oldest family community members. Steve’s poll as John writes our “Last Page” ing was a nice calm spot for the kids state museum in the country. That’s Pet Connection is a must-see each each month for CRL. Wit and heart to relax a bit. We are grateful to an activity shared by members of week for those of us who care about shine through everything John have this fair so close-by!” family trees. writes and we are so happy to hear animals. Compassion, heart and tal- Saratoga County Fair miSci (Museum of ent—what a combination. that our readers love his writing as 162 Prospect Street, Ballston Spa Innovation and Science) much as we do. www.saratogacountyfair.org 15 Nott Terrace Heights, Schenectady MORNING www.miSci.org ANCHOR/TEAM SPORTSCASTER Schaghticoke Fair Channel 13 – Phil Bayly, Rodger Wyland 69 Stillwater Bridge Road, Albany Institute of History & Art Subrina Dhami, Paul Caiano Since 1986, Rodger has been Schaghticoke 125 Washington Avenue, Albany www.schaghticokefair.com www.albanyinstitute.org Multi-year winners for the captivating the Capital Region with multi-talented team that wakes so his enthusiasm and coverage of many of us each and every day. The sports locally and nationally. Rarely CHILDREN'S MUSEUM CONCERT HALL Troy Savings Bank Music Hall reporting is always spot on but I without opinion and never without miSci (Museum of Innovation 30 Second Street, Troy doubt that is why the Capital Region knowledge, Rodger is another of our and Science) www.troymusichall.org Living Magazine readers love this dream team of multi-year winners. 15 Nott Terrace Heights, trio so very much. I believe it is the Schenectady CRL readers know what a gem affection they have for each other www.miSci.org we have in the Troy Music Hall, a resulting in just plain fun to witness. CULTURE miSci is again the “Bestie” for repeat“Bestie” in this category. children’s museums. As visitors Performers and concert-goers alike MUSIC RADIO ART GALLERY comment, there’s something inter- appreciate this acoustical wonder Fly 92.3 Albany Center Gallery esting for everyone that captivates as well as the intimate feeling of the Driving down the road each day 488 Broadway, Albany attention, from the stars and space, hall where artists and audience in warm weather when sound can albanycentergallery.org to butterflies and bugs and much make a connection. Managers of this 19th century venue have been be heard from different cars, you In January, the Gallery cele- more in exhibits, interactive events,

CAPITAL REGION LIVING | MARCH 2017 | 13 successful in bringing contempo- Going to the Spectrum makes Tulip Festival - Albany of-the-art medicine. Clients praise rary upgrades while retaining the seeing a movie something special. www.albanyevents.org its “homey atmosphere”; “the rela- historic atmosphere and likewise That’s what our readers tell us year tionship the staff members develop have broadened the variety of per- after year in awarding the top spot SYMPHONY with your pets” treating “everyone formance offerings that has attract- in this category. The theater contin- Albany Symphony like family”; and the “top-notch ed a wider audience (and fans) of ues its tradition of showing a variety www.albanysymphony.com quality of care.” the Music Hall. of best of Hollywood, first-run inde- Encore! Encore! It doesn’t sur- Guilderland Animal Hospital pendent and foreign movies in an SPAC prise us that Albany Symphony has 4963 Western Turnpike, Altamont Art Deco atmosphere where you 108 Avenue of the Pines, returned to the top spot in sym- www.gahvets.com Saratoga Springs also can enjoy its gallery of local art phonies by the applause of CRL www.spac.org and munch on baked goods and readers. We continue to say bravo Sand Creek Animal Hospital other treats. And don’t forget the to the symphony’s programming, 130 Wolf Road, Albany The Palace special events with conversations from the classics to new works, to sandcreekanimalhospital.com 19 Clinton Avenue, Albany from filmmakers. musical collaborations in the com- www.palacealbany.org APPLIANCE STORE Scotia Cinema munity and guest artists, to Marcella's Appliance Center 117 Mohawk Avenue, Scotia American music festival, to family FUND-RAISING EVENT www.scotiacinema.net concerts and education that builds 560 Broadway, Schenectady Whiskers Auction Event new generations of admirers of this 15 Park Avenue, Clifton Park www.ewhiskers.com Crandell Theatre – Chatham area treasure. www.marcellasappliance.com A ‘purrfect” event. That’s how 48 Main Street, Chatham “Marcella Appliance Center Schenectady Symphony Orchestra CRL readers described the auction for www.crandelltheatre.org does try harder to please,” is this www.schenectadysymphony.org the animals of the Whiskers Animal store’s slogan and we think it is an Benevolent League. On the theme OUTDOOR Glens Falls Symphony important part of being selected by Feline Navidad, the event included a SUMMER VENUE www.theglensfallssymphony.org our readers as the “Bestie.” Family buffet dinner, silent auction and live SPAC owned and operated for more than auction, all for a great cause. 108 Avenue of the Pines, THEATER a half century, the business offers a Saratoga Springs PLAYS/MUSICALS knowledgeable staff ready to help Trending for Fashion www.spac.org Find us on Facebook Proctors customers and a wide selection in In addition to “Bestie” for live 432 State Street, Schenectady its large showroom. Dancing in the Woods venue, SPAC takes first place in out- www.proctors.org Green’s Appliance community.amc.edu/diw door summer venue. Along with Proctors received the “Bestie” 1207 Central Avenue, Albany enjoying the performances, you can ovation in this category again this www.greenshasgonegreen.com bring a picnic to share with friends, LIVE MUSIC VENUE year. That’s no surprise, given the grab a beverage or bite from one of SPAC variety and innovation of this the- Cocca's Appliance & Home Electronics the vendor tents, and stroll the his- 158 Railroad Avenue, Colonie 108 Avenue of the Pines, ater, offering major musicals fresh toric grounds, creating many memo- www.coccasappliancestv.com Saratoga Springs from Broadway, musical and the- rable summer evenings. www.spac.org atrical performances of all dimen- AUTO SERVICE Although we’re just on the Park Playhouse sions and sizes appealing to audi- Gochee's verge of springtime, we are eagerly www.parkplayhouse.com ences of all ages and interests. 329 Delaware Avenue, Delmar checking on the plans for rock, jazz, Then there are Proctors’ ties to the Tied with: www.gocheecars.com classical (and more) artists slated community and educational activi- Tanglewood to take the SPAC stage this sum- Customers’ comments say it www.bso.org ties. Remember the play “Man for mer. There is something for every- All Seasons”? Well, CRL readers say all as to why Gochee’s has so much one and what a super venue, our Music Haven – Schenectady Proctors is a theater for all. repeat business and why it is a readers exclaim, to relax, to enjoy, 500 Iroquois Path, Schenectady repeat “Best” for auto service: “Top and be part of the performances. musichavenstage.org The Palace notch service and great friendly 19 Clinton Avenue, Albany Audiences have been going to SPAC staff that go out of their way to help www.palacealbany.org for 50 years and look forward to SEASONAL EVENT you.” Family-owned and operated another half century. Victorian Stroll – Troy Park Playhouse - Albany since 1929, Gochee’s emphasizes www.victorianstroll.com www.parkplayhouse.com high-quality work and attention to Troy Music Hall detail. 30 Second Street, Troy “Experience the holiday www.troymusichall.org magic” is the Troy Victorian Stroll’s Gil's Garage wish for us and our readers say that SERVICES 817 Saratoga Road, Burnt Hills The Egg they do, indeed. This event has 219 Guideboard Road, Clifton Park Empire State Plaza, Albany become a must-do year after year ANIMAL HOSPITAL www.gilsgarage.com www.theegg.org for so many Capital District resi- The Animal Hospital – New Scotland Auto dents. Each year they introduce Slingerlands 1958 New Scotland Road, Slingerlands MOVIE THEATER newcomers to this fun way to ring in 2 Rocking Horse Lane, Spectrum www.newscotlandauto.com the season as Troy and its arts and Slingerlands (a Landmark Theatre) Tied with: business communities get all theanimalhospital.com 290 Delaware Avenue, Albany Lia Group decked out. CRL readers presented the www.landmarktheatres.com/alb Various locations Animal Hospital in Slingerlands with any-ny/spectrum-8- Saratoga Race Track www.liacars.com a “Bestie” for its dedication to pro- theatres/info 267 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs www.nyra.com/saratoga viding home-town value and state-

14 | MARCH 2017 | CAPITAL REGION LIVING Best Caterer Mazzone Hospitality

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Heck, I can get treasure of home ethically and hon- FITNESS CENTER relaxed just looking over the service Huck Finn's estly. Buying or selling a home is an VENT FITNESS 25 Erie Boulevard, Albany menu for manicures and pedicures. all-encompassing focus so you do Various locations www.huckfinnswarehouse.com need one that feels the way www.ventfitness.com Complexions Spa for Beauty & Wellness 221 Wolf Road, Albany Coldwell Banker does. Taft Readers gave thumbs up to 268 Broadway, Saratoga Springs 1960 Central Avenue, Albany VENT as a fitness center that is ded- www.complexions.com RealtyUSA icated to individual clients’ work- 121 Ballston Avenue, Saratoga Springs Multiple offices outs with an emphasis on educat- www.taftfurniture.com Rainbow Nail Spa www.realtyusa.com ing, exercising and energizing that 1170 Central Avenue, Albany HAIR SALON www.rainbownailandspa.com Keller Williams Capital District give results. They like its strong pro- 935 New Loudon Rd. Latham Christopher Brian Salon gramming and facilities and small kwcapitaldistrictny.yourkwoffice.com class sizes. “Helpful,” “always avail- 90 Fourth Street, Troy MASSAGE www.christopherbriansalon.com able to answer questions,” “fun to LaBerge Massage Therapy WEDDING work with” are among additional Plaudits again this year to 204 Delaware Avenue, Delmar PHOTGRAPHER Christopher Brian for “Bestie” in www.labergemassagetherapy.com observations. Dave Bigler Capital District YMCA hair salon. Clients say yes to the A repeat winner in our annual Various locations www.davebigler.com skill, professionalism, passion and Bestie readers’ poll. Lauren Just one look at Dave’s web- cdymca.org service that meet their needs – Laberge pays great attention to giv- site can convince you of his amaz- whether for a daytime or special 365 Fit ing you an individualized therapeu- ing work. Choosing a wedding pho- event, whether color, long or short 10 Hallwood Road, Suite A, Delmar tic massage to meet your massage tographer is such a personal choice hair. As one customer noted, he 365fit.info goals and desires. Whether what and all about the quality. No con- “goes out of his way to make you brings you to Lauren is to relax cerns on that with our top “Bestie.” 16 | MARCH 2017 | CAPITAL REGION LIVING Best Wedding Photographer Dave Bigler Photo credit: Dave Bigler Photos and Films

Elario Photography Inc son to a professional. At Mad Dog ent bookstore offers recommenda- 1084 Madison Avenue, Albany SHOPPING bikes, add in the fact that there is tions, book of the week, and read- www.elariophotography.com love of the product. From collect- ing group information. If you are a APPLE ORCHARD ing, selling new and used and fol- bookaholic, this is the place to fall Dino Petrocelli Photography Indian Ladder Farms lowing a passion, Mad Dog is where off the wagon and indulge. 872 Old Albany Shaker Road, Albany 342 Altamont Road, Altamont you need to go to start or expand on www.dinopetrocelliphoto.com Open Door Bookstore www.indianladderfarms.com your bike appetite. 128 Jay Street, Schenectady In addition to having wonderful YOGA STUDIO Plaine and Son, Inc. www.opendoor-bookstore.com apples, the scenery for picking or Heartspace Yoga Healing Arts 1816 State Street, Schenectady stopping by to buy apples is just Northshire Bookstore Albany location, www.plaineandson.com spectacular. Operated by the fourth 424 Broadway, Saratoga Springs 747 Madison Avenue, Albany generation of the Ten Eyck family Steiner's Sports 4869 Main Street, Manchester, VT Troy Heartspace, and a team of experienced man- Various locations www.northshire.com 10 Second Street, Troy agers and staff, Indian Ladder has it www.steinersskibike.com www.heartspacealbany.com all. Beautiful and historic! BRIDAL SHOP Heartspace is a community- BOOK STORE (TIE) Angela's Bridal oriented studio that offers yoga and Golden Harvest Farms I Love Books 126 State Street, Albany 3074 U.S. 9, Valatie healing arts from a range of tradi- 380 Delaware Avenue, www.angelasbridal.net tions. This studio takes pride in pro- www.goldenharvestfarms.com Suite A, Delmar Janet, the owner, has over 22 viding a safe, supportive and tran- Goold Orchard Find us on Facebook years of experience in gown design quil setting with excellent instruc- 1297 Brookview Station Road, I love Books – An unpreten- and tailoring. She is a graduate of tion to help improve overall health, Castleton tious haven for book lovers or book PSU with an MFA in costume design reduce stress, and invite a peaceful www.goold.com lovers in training. Someone is and the variety of gowns at Angela’s and calm mind through the practice always willing to help with the per- validates her talent. In a marble of yoga. Sign me up! BIKE SHOP fect purchase and a friendly face. floor-to-ceiling setting, with spa- Anatomie Mad Dog Bicycles The Book House cious fitting rooms, surrounded by 43 Mall Way, West Sand Lake 561 Delaware Avenue, Delmar of Stuyvesant Plaza stunning bridal gowns and a wel- www.anatomiefit.com www.maddogbicycles.com 1475 Western Avenue comed philosophy of listening first, Local bike shops are great Stuyvesant Plaza, Albany advising second, there is no reason Hot Yoga Spot because biking is a very personal to doubt why Angela’s Bridal is num- Various locations www.bhny.com sport. Fitting, riding potential, skill ber one this year. www.thehotyogaspot.com This locally owned independ- level can be communicated in per- CAPITAL REGION LIVING | MARCH 2017 | 17 DeAnna’s Trendy Tots Faddegon's Nursery Inc. Celebrating its 40th year anniversary 3991 NY 43, West Sand Lake 906 Woodland Avenue, Schenectady 1140 Troy Schenectady Road, Latham this year (and a new web site, too), www.deannasgiftsandclothing.com www.trendytots.info www.faddegons.com this Co-op is the favorite choice of our region. When you enter, you will Bridal Gallery by Yvonne Gade Farm CSA/COMMUNITY be greeted by staff—many of them 895 New Loudon Road Latham 2479 Western Avenue, Altamont members—who are committed to www.bridalgallerybyyvonne.com CO-OP www.gadefarm.com Honest Weight local, international and global Tied with: 100 Watervliet Avenue, Albany resources and they know their prod- CAR DEALER www.honestweight.coop Samscott's Garden Market ucts. You will also find the best year- Keeler Motor Car Company 65 Chatham Street, Kinderhook Honest Weight boasts and round selection of organic foods that 1111 Troy Schenectady Road, www.samascott.com are locally grown and responsibly Route 7, Latham delivers the best year-round selec- sourced. A trip to the café should be www.keeler.com tion of organic foods that are locally grown and responsibly sourced. The GIFT SHOP in your schedule as well. Keeler Motor Car Company in Cross Eyed Owl organic produce here is worth the Latham treats the needs of each 3143 U.S. 9 #8, Valatie Delmar Health Hut trip alone. The market is member- individual customer with para- www.crosseyedowl.com 282 Delaware Avenue, Suite 5; Delmar owned but open to the public. mount concern. The staff is amaz- Find us on Facebook Honest Weight also offers a large Unique is the word to define ing and attentive. There seems to selection of food specialty diets, what you should expect when visiting Uncle Sam's Good & Natural Product be nothing they cannot assist with including gluten free, vegetarian, this beautiful shop located just a few 77 Fourth Street, Troy when buying a new or used car. A vegan, local and so much more. miles from Albany. Home, garden www.unclesamshealthfood.com pleasure to deal with. and gifts are featured with a flair for Fox Creek Farm CSA the creative and special. Quality is IN-STORE PET Lia Auto Group 182 Fox Creek Farm Road, Schoharie critical when selecting the merchan- Bella Various locations www.foxcreekfarmcsa.com www.liacars.com dise for this store and there are (Head to Tail Pet Wellness) Niskayuna Co-op many one-of-a-kind items as well. 1604 Union Street, Goldstein Auto 2227 Nott Street East, Schenectady Just a short drive—but an adventure. Schenectady Various locations www.niskayunaco-op.com www.headtotailny.com www.goldsteinauto.com Wit's End Giftique Parkwood Plaza, 1762 Route 9, Marie DeBrocky, owner of FARMERS MARKET Clifton Park Head-to-Tail pet wellness center, CLOTHING BOUTIQUE The Troy Farmers Market www.witsendgiftique.com has always known what we all know Truly Rhe www.troymarket.org now. Bella, the gorgeous golden 1 Broadway Troy Ten Thousand Villages Now synonymous with farmers retriever that makes her life and www.trulyrhe.com Stuyvesant Plaza, 1475 Western market in the Capital Region in a those of her customers happy I could wax poetically about Avenue, Albany general sense, who doesn’t run to everyday, stands out as friendly, Truly Rhe. Friendly staff and out- www.tenthousandvillages.com Troy on Saturday mornings for great adorable and an asset to her busi- standing choices in clothing that veggies and artisan products? The ness as well as her life. Congrats you will probably not see anywhere HARDWARE STORE Troy Farmers Market has just grown Bella. Now that calls for a great else. Rhe chooses her clothing Phillips Hardware and grown and with each growth treat or two or three! lines both personally and with great Various locations spurt—better and better! passion. If you have not gone to www.shopphillips.com JEWELER Truly Rhe’s and you wear stylish Schenectady Green Market Everyone looks for a hardware Joyelles Jewelers Ltd. women’s clothes, you have no 105 Jay Street, Schenectady store as the place to find all you need 318 Delaware Avenue, Delmar choice—you must go. Winter market inside Proctors for home repair, improvements and www.joyellesjewelers.com (November-April) care of home and garden. Phillip’s is W Couture Boutique At Joyelles Jewelers, the www.schenectadygreenmarket.org known as the place, featuring all you 365 Feura Bush Road, Glenmont emphasis is on service and selection would expect from a hardware store Find us on Facebook Delmar Farmers Market in this full-service store. There are with small engine repair, sharpening At Bethlehem Central Middle School two expert jewelers on staff for services and a very knowledgeable Muslers Clothing and Apparel www.delmarmarket.org repairs or custom designs. They 1726 Union Street, Schenectady staff to help you tackle any problem. pride themselves on having a selec- [email protected] There are six locations to serve you GARDEN NURSERY tion to meet every budget and need. (check the web site above for the Hewitt’s Garden Center You will find a wide range of invento- location near you. CONSIGNMENT SHOP Various locations ry ranging from glassware, candles, Polka Dot Consignment Shop www.hewitts.com Robinson’s Ace Hardware scents and lotions to sterling silver, 10 New Karner Road, At each of their eight locations, 1874 Western Avenue, Albany gold, diamonds, colored stone jewel- Guilderland you will find knowledgeable staff 1900 New Scotland Road, Slingerlands ry and one-of-a-kind work. www.polkadotsconsignment.com (with a combined over 250 years of www.robinsonhardware.com Hannoush Jewelers A consignment shop for the experience), a full selection of gar- entire family with clothing, toys, home Ace Hardware of Brunswick 112 Wolf Road, Albany dening tools and supplies and 1750 U.S. 9, Clifton Park goods, accessories sportswear, DVDs 831 Hoosick Road, Troy plants and nursery items to meet The Ace Hardware Shop | Facebook www.hannoush.com and much more. You can make your every need. 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LIQUOR/WINE Wear has been outfitting gentle- and the store has a full-service SHOPPING Empire Wine & Liquor men with the finest in clothing from repair service. MALL/CENTER 1440 Central Avenue Albany their extensive selection. Basic Colonie Center www.empirewine.com alterations are included with every SPORTING www.shopatcoloniecenter.com purchase and can even be done GOODS STORE Once again, Empire was the Colonie Center was voted as the same day. Simon’s outfits all Goldstock's Sporting Goods choice of our readers. They feature top choice by our readers. Over 100 sizes as well, with a wide selection www.goldstockssporting- a huge selection of wines from all specialty stores are featured includ- of big and tall clothing. Tuxedo goods.net regions of the world in all price ing the first-in-NY L.L. Bean store. If rentals are available. 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It’s all Road, Albany says it all: Where People Just Know Crossgates Mall about selection and convenience! www.markthomasmensapparel.com About Sports. This is the tradition of quality and knowledgeable service 1 Crossgates Mall Road, Albany www.shopcrossgates.com Exit 9 Wine & Liquor MUSIC STORE from their experienced staff that 9 Halfmoon Crossing, Clifton Park Parkway Music sets them apart from others. Rental www.exit9wineandliquor.com Stuyvesant Plaza 1777 U.S. 9, Clifton Park programs are available, which are 1475 Western Avenue, Albany very popular, especially the season- Upstate Wine & Liquor www.parkwaymusic.com www.stuyvesantplaza.com long ski program. 180 Delaware Ave, Delmar When you walk in the store, www.upstatewine.com you will be amazed by the selection Steiner's Sports Ski & Bike SUPERMARKET of all musical instruments for every Valatie and Glenmont locations Hannaford Supermarkets MEN’S WEAR SHOP musician, from beginner to sea- www.steinersskibike.com Various locations Simon's Men’s Wear soned performer. Parkway special- www.hannaford.com Play it Again Sports 1671 Union Street, izes in new, used and vintage Hannaford Supermarkets was Peter Harris Plaza, 952 Troy Schenectady instruments, as well as any other Schenectady Road, Latham the top choice by our readers this www.simonsmenswear.com gear and accessories you can think www.playitagainsports.com year. Hannaford features its To-Go Since 1963, Simon’s Men’s of. Music lessons are also offered program where you can order online, CAPITAL REGION LIVING | MARCH 2017 | 19 pull up outside a store and your gro- B&B Lake Placid Albany Pinebush Preserve ceries are loaded into your vehicle. (WITHIN 3 HOURS) www.lakeplacid.com 195 New Karner Road #1, Albany www.albanypinebush.org What could be more convenient The Inn at Erlowest when you are in a rush? They are GOLF COURSE 3178 Lake Shore Drive, High Falls Gorge committed to our community as well, Lake George (PRIVATE) 4761 NY 86, Wilmington participating in supporting several www.theinnaterlowest.com Albany Country Club www.highfallsgorge.com worthy organizations in our region. 300 Wormer Road, Escaping to Erlowest, enticed Voorheesville Price Chopper/Market32 by the beauty of the setting high HOTEL – CAPITAL www.albanycc.com Various locations upon a hill located on beautiful REGION www.pricechopper.com Lake George, in the heart of the Robert Trent Jones, the dean Desmond Hotel and Adirondack Mountains. The beauty of American golf course architects, Conference Center Shop Rite Supermarket of this remarkable inn is only designed and built the Albany 660 Albany Shaker Road, Various locations matched by its history. This is a Country Club course. This course is Albany www.shoprite.com place to dive into with a cocktail or designed to challenge the experi- www.desmondhotelsalbany.com enced golfer, yet welcome the a good book with your favorite per- The Desmond is conveniently TRAVEL AGENCY son. Our readers have great taste! novice or less skilled. Empress Travel & Cruises located at the entrance of the Albany 1711 Union Street, The Friends Lake Inn Shaker Ridge Countrty Club International Airport, which is perfect Schenectady 963 Friends Lake Road, Chestertown 802 Albany Shaker Road, Albany for escaping to or out of Albany. This www.travelempress.com www.friendslake.com www.shakerridge.com independent, family owned and operated property has been provid- Every travel agent should be American Hotel Pinehaven Country Club ing superb accommodations, out- your assurance for having a great 141 Maple Road, Route 85A, 192 Main Street, Sharon Springs standing service and a unique guest trip. At Empress, they believe your Voorheesville www.americanhotelny.com experience for over 40 years. vacation should be exactly that— www.pinehavencc.com days or a few weeks of time in which BIKE TRAIL Tied with: The Sagamore the stress of your day-to-day life is Helderberg-Hudson Rail Trail The Colonie Country Golf 110 Sagamore Road, Bolton Landing www.thesagamore.com forgotten. They also believe and www.traillink.com/trailsearch/? & Country Club work with you on the three parts to a 1151 Siver Road, Guilderland keyword=Helderberg+hud- The Pavilion Grand vacation—the planning and anticipa- www.coloniegcc.com son+rail+trail 30 Lake Avenue, Saratoga tion of it, the vacation itself, and the The rail-trail follows the path of Pavilion Grand Hotel memory of it. Now that is a travel the former Delaware & Hudson GOLF COURSE www.paviliongrandhotel.com agent deserving of the "Bestie." (D&H) Railroad, later the Canadian (PUBLIC) Normanside Country Club AAA Hudson Valley Pacific Railway, which was aban- HUDSON VALLEY INN 1 50 Salisbury Road, Delmar 618 Delaware Avenue, doned in 2003. Along the way, trail Mohonk Mountain House www.normanside.com Various locations goers can access Veterans 1000 Mountain Rest Road, www.hudsonvalley.aaa.com Memorial Park in Delmar and The course was designed by New Paltz Fireman's Park in Slingerlands. William Harries. During its 83 years www.mohonk.com Loudon Travel, LLC Much of the trail is quiet and wood- of play, it has hosted many New The ride to the Mohonk 260 Osborne Road, Loudonville York State Golf Association and www.loudontravel.com ed, and part of the trail offers views Mountain House sets the scene of an adjacent creek. United States Golf Association with great anticipation. On my first events. Normanside is considered a visit, I remember thinking, how can Mohawk Hudson Bike Trail semi-private golf course. PLACES Find us on facebook this be anything but spectacular? Orchard Creek Golf Club And right I was. When you combine ADIRONDACK INN Zim Smith Bike Trail, Saratoga County 6700 Dunnsville Road, Altamont a historical castle, award-winning www.traillink.com/trail/zim-smith-trail www.orchardcreek.com spa and great food, your expecta- Mirror Lake Inn Tied with tions will always be met, as well. 77 Mirror Lake Drive, Winding Brook Country Club Lake Placid The Lake George Bike Trail, 2839 Route 203, Valatie The Caldwell House Bed & Breakfast www.mirrorlakeinn.com Lake George www.windingbrookcountryclub.com 25 Orrs Mills Road, Salisbury Mills www.lakegeorge- www.caldwellhouse.com Spectacular in every way. The vacations.com/lake_george_biking.htm setting is magical, the service is HIKING TRAIL The Arnold House consistently named one of the best John Boyd Thacher State Park 839 Shandelee Road, Livingston Manor DAY TRIP 1 Hailes Cave Road, in the country. It is no wonder at all (WITHIN 3 HOURS) www.thearnoldhouse why our readers year after year vote Voorheesville NYC the Mirror Lake Inn the best of the www.albany.com/parks/thacher www.nycgo.com KIDS CAMP Adirondack resort properties. -park What can we say? The Big YMCA Camp Chingachgook Excellence should always be With nearly 25 miles of trails Apple offers everything and it is only 1872 Pilot Knob Road, rewarded and our readers agree. and just 15 miles southwest of a few hours by car or train to enjoy Kattskill Bay Albany, this New York State park The Sagamore everything. Opera, ballet, Broadway After many years of claiming preserves six miles of limestone 110 Sagamore Road, Bolton Landing “the Bestie” for kid’s camp, there shows, museums, great restau- cliffs, woodland and open fields— www.thesagamore.com really isn’t much more we can say rants—and historical to boot. perfect for picnicking, hiking and that has not been said about Camp The Whiteface Lodge just enjoying the great outdoors. You Boston Chingachgook. It is amazing for 7 Whiteface Inn Lane, Lake Placid www.boston.gov can discover waterfalls and one of kids to experience. Summer camp www.thewhitefacelodge.com the richest fossil-bearing formations in the world at this scenic park. can be one of the most meaningful 20 | MARCH 2017 | CAPITAL REGION LIVING experiences in a young person's life PICNIC SPOT Library is just the best place on any SKI AREA and they are memory angels to pro- John Boyd Thacher State Park day but rainy days…well…that is Jiminy Peak 11 Corey Road, vide the camp fun for a lifetime. 1 Hailes Cave Road, even more to dream about with a Hancock, MA book in your hands. Camp Fowler Voorheesville www.jiminypeak.com P.O. Box 131, Speculator parks.ny.gov/parks miSci When you are convenient to www.campfowler.org Once again, John Boyd (the Museum of Innovation the Capital Region and have an ele- Thacher State Park claims a top and Science) vation of 2380 feet with 1150 verti- Camp Pinnacle spot and this time it for the best 15 Nott Terrace Heights, Schenectady cal rise spread over 167 acres and 621 Pinnacle Road, Voorheesville place to have a picnic. With some of www.miSci.org some state-of-the-art lifts, there is www.camppinnacle.org the best views in the Capital little doubt that the readers of CRL New York State Museum Region, is there any wonder? Pack 222 Madison Avenue, Albany Mag will vote you a “Bestie” winner. WINERY a picnic, eats lots, walk the food off Congrats to our friends to the east! Windham Vineyard & Winery www.nysm.nysed.gov in a little slice of heaven. Now that 11 Mt View Estates Road, Gore Mountain is a picnic! Windham RECEPTION HALL 793 Peaceful Valley Road, North Creek Find us on Facebook The Crossings of Colonie The Century House www.goremountain.com 580 Albany Shaker Road, Loudonville 997 New Loudon Rd, Latham From awesome wines that our Whiteface Mountain readers loved to a very generous www.colonie.org/departments/parksan- www.thecenturyhouse.com drec/thecrossings/ 2634 Main Street, Lake Placid tasting experience, the Windham Unique wedding packages www.whiteface.com are available as The Century truly winery has it all. Beautiful scenery Saratoga State Park and a great Malbec, raves one 19 Roosevelt Drive, Saratoga Springs works with everyone on their recep- SARATOGA Windham fan, while another echoes www.parks.ny.gov/parks/saratogaspa tion wishes. 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Our readers have attended iences, without detracting from the Altamont Vineyard & Winery Grafton Lakes State Park, on and thrown many receptions at The original ambiance of this country 3001 Furbeck Road, Altamont the forested plateau between the Century House and they know who villa home. www.altamontwinery.com Taconic and Hudson valleys, includes deserves the “Bestie”. Congrats Tied with: six ponds and nearly 2,500 acres. The Gideon Putnam Collin and team. Oliva Vineyards Swimming, rowing, fishing, trail hiking 24 Gideon Putnam Road, Saratoga www.gideonputnam.com 240 Excelsior Avenue, Saratoga Springs and—don’t forget—great picnicking Franklin Plaza Ballroom www.olivavineyards.com are all available. Long Pond has a Four 4th Street, Troy Longfellows Hotel, Restaurant large, sandy beach, which is a popu- www.franklinplaza.com and Conference Center PARK lar summer attraction. 500 Union Avenue, Saratoga Springs John Boyd Thacher State Park The Glen Sanders Mansion www.longfellows.com 1 Hailes Cave Road, The Crossings of Colonie 1 Glen Avenue, Scotia 580 Albany Shaker Road, Loudonville www.glensandersmansion.com Tied with Voorheesville www.colonie.org/departments/parksan- Pavilion Grand Hotel www.parks.ny.gov/parks drec/thecrossings ROMANTIC GETAWAY 30 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs Located along the Helderberg Tied with Mohonk Mountain House www.paviliongrandhotel.com Escarpment, just 15 miles south- The Great Escape and Splashwater 1000 Mountain Rest Road, west of Albany, this New York State Kingdom New Paltz VERMONT INN park preserves six miles of lime- Route 9P, Lake George www.mohonk.com The Norwich Inn/Hotel stone cliffs, woodland and open 325 S Main St, Norwich, VT www.sixflags.com/greatescape Some would say that anyplace fields, perfect for picnicking, hiking www.norwichinn.com is romantic when you are with the and just enjoying the great out- Moreau Lake State Park Established in 1797 and locat- 605 Old Saratoga Road, Gansevoort one you love but having a gorgeous doors. Discovering waterfalls is not ed in a beautiful rural setting near www.nystateparkstours.com/more- setting both inside and out is really on the average park list but it is Dartmouth College, the inn sets like here, as well as one of the richest aulake the answer to perfection. That’s why the Mohonk Mountian House a dream in a movie. A gorgeous wel- fossil-bearing formations in the coming building with a porch that world at this scenic park. PLACE TO SPEND can make romantics out of us all. A RAINY DAY screams, “good book and cocktail.” The Mirror Lake Inn This Inn is chock full of everything a Saratoga State Park Bethlehem Public Library 77 Mirror Lake Drive, Lake Placid get-away needs—awesome food, 19 Roosevelt Drive, Saratoga 451 Delaware Ave, Delmar www.parks.ny.gov/parks/saratogaspa www.mirrorlakeinn.com local brews, and rooms you will www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org never wish to leave. The Crossings Park The library will always hold the The Sagamore 580 Albany Shaker Road, Loudonville answers to your question, the satis- 110 Sagamore Road, Bolton Landing The Equinox www.thesagamore.com www.colonie.org/departments/parksan- faction to your travel lust, the adven- 3567 Main Street, drec/thecrossings ture to your children’s imagination Manchester Village, VT and so much more. The Bethlehem www.equinoxresort.com

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CAPITAL REGION LIVING | MARCH 2017 | 31 spring | getaways A sweet way to enjoy Vermont By Vikki Moran The Grateful Traveler

aple Open House Weekend will which is produced by the family right there in season, for sure. Syrup for your weekend pan- take place on March 25 and March their on-site sugar house. Pure Vermont maple cake extravaganza is great but the Hawleys 26, all-day each day. What a sweet syrup is made by the Hawley family, who has explained to me that maple syrup in coffee Mway to spend a weekend in neigh- over 90 years of experience producing the and oatmeal, barbeque sauce and even ice boring Vermont. sweet substance. They take pride in making cream can also be a treat worth enjoying. They At the weekend-long event throughout only the best quality, award winning maple use the sweet liquid for everything and are the state, you can tour sugar houses big and syrup, in 4 grades. The family uses state-of- currently working on a maple soft-serve vari- small. Learn how the syrup is gathered, boiled the-art equipment but still does tapping when ety of ice cream. What else could you expect down and made into fabulous syrup and the maple flows. There is currently a trend from the descendants of a great Vermonter treats, the modernization of sugaring as well with some other professionals to tap early and who created the cocktail, the One Two, Three as its more traditional and historic roots. continuously but that method is not embraced – shot of whiskey, a little maple and squeeze a One maple house opening to delight of by everyone tapping the trees each year. lemon. I will bet that cures any ills as well! visitors is the Sugar Shack located in Arlington, The Hawleys work during a 6- to 8-week Edward Hawley, owner of The Sugar Vermont on Historic Route 7A—aptly named season with an average 14 boils a year. The Shack, works with his family including Rick Sugar Shack Lane in those parts of Vermont. Hawleys do not store sap, they boil. Hawley who actually makes the syrup while Available will be pure Vermont maple syrup Ultimately, mother nature controls the wife Kimberly runs the retail shop. The retail shops will be open during the Maple Open House Weekend for samples and the purchase of the amazing maple products for your home. There is also a Norman Rockwell exhibit at The Sugar Shack that pays homage to Rockwell, an Arlington resident for many years. The Exhibition focuses on his work from 1939-1953. For a complete listing of participating sugar houses, the weekend’s activities and detailed information to plan your visit, follow this link: vermontmaple.org/open house. Where to stay when enjoying The Maple Open House weekend The Inn at Manchester, 3967 Main Street in Manchester Center, VT, is both comfortable and perfectly located. You will find loads of stores for shopping and strolling, breathtaking lights that illuminate the evenings throughout the town, and, of course, maple syrup and products everywhere you look. While at the Inn, you will enjoy a warmly decorated and perfectly comfortable room that is quaint but with all the amenities you need to relax and enjoy during your Vermont stay. Breakfast is so well done and included each day of your stay. I have included one of their signature and most requested breakfasts for you to make at home. Unfortunately, mak- ing them and eating them at home will not include the ambiance of sitting below the mountains and gazing at the scenery that they offer from their many windows. When the weather is warmer than it usu- ally is for Maple Open House Weekend, the Inn offers a pool that invites you to plunge in and then relax in the beautiful setting. In the sum- mer season, the classic front porch summons everyone with cozy seating, just perfect for watching the charming world outside. My favorite relaxation point would be one of the hammocks or Adirondack chairs on the grounds. For the weekends in early spring, you may just want to opt for sitting in front of the fireplace. Either way, you can’t go wrong. Besides the shopping and skiing that many families flock to Manchester for, there is also excellent golf, hiking and fishing, among outdoor activities (heck, Orvis is there for you), plus regional theatre, music, perform- ances, local artisans and some pretty amazing restaurant choices. Your wonderful innkeep- ers can help you realize your needs and desires. The Inn at Manchester has 21 thoughtful- ly appointed guestrooms, including 12 lovely suites, all with private baths. Another building on the property is called the Celebration Barn. Every aspect of the Celebration Barn and Inn is designed to give guests the quintessential Vermont experience. The classic main building fits right into the downtown Main Street set- ting. When you think of a Vermont Inn, this is the mental picture that would come to mind. The story of this historic Vermont inn began in September 1888. Now it is the Hanes family’s turn at the helm and their enthusiasm for their property and the state of Vermont is captivating. The Inn in Manchester. 3967 Main Street, Manchester, VT. 802.362.1793.

Cottage Cakes from the Inn at Manchester

1 cup cottage cheese 4 eggs beaten well 4 tablespoons of melted butter ½ cup flour

• Whisk the first 3 ingredients. • Fold in the flour and cook on a pan- cake griddle on medium high heat. • Serve with Vermont maple syrup. The Inn adds some wonderful apricot jam as well.

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Maple morning sports and energy drink Ingredients 3-1/2 cups cold water 1/4 cup orange juice 1/4 cup pure maple syrup 2 tablespoons lime juice 1/8 teaspoon salt Blend with ice

Braised Maple Cubed Pork sides, about 10 minutes; remove from Ingredients the pan and set aside. 1 tablespoon oil • Remove all but 1 tablespoon of the oil 1 tablespoon butter, divided from the pan, add the vegetables and 1 lb. pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch pieces sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. 1/2 teaspoon salt • Add the beer, beef broth, pure maple 25 (about 2/3 lb.) pearl onions, peeled syrup, soy sauce, bay leaf, thyme and 2 carrots, peeled and chopped browned pork. 1 celery stalk, chopped • Bring to a boil, cover the pan and 1 clove garlic, crushed lower the heat. Simmer until meat is 1 can (12 oz.) beer tender, about 1 hour. Remove the bay 1-1/2 cups beef broth leaf and thyme sprigs. 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup • Stir in remaining butter and adjust sea- 1 tablespoon soy sauce sonings with salt, pepper and maple 1 bay leaf syrup to your taste. 3 sprigs fresh thyme

Directions • In a 4-quart pan or Dutch oven, over medium-high heat, heat oil and half the butter until oil sizzles. • Sprinkle the pork pieces with the salt. Brown the pork in the hot oil on all

Maple Mashed (Potatoes) butter, maple syrup, remaining 1/2 tea- Ingredients spoon salt and pepper; mash well to 1 teaspoon salt, divided combine. Transfer to a greased baking 4 1/2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cut dish. into 1-inch cubes (about 10 potatoes) • In a small bowl, mix remaining 1/2 cup 1 pound strong cheddar cheese, grated cheese with breadcrumbs. (about 2 cups grated) • Sprinkle bread crumb mixture evenly 1 cup whole milk over mashed potatoes. Bake until top is 1/4 cup pure maple syrup from golden, about 30 minutes. 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons butter, melted, plus more for greasing pan 1/3 cup breadcrumbs

Directions • Preheat oven to 350ºF. • Fill large stockpot with water. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt and potatoes. Bring to a boil and cook until potatoes are tender, 15-20 minutes. Strain and return pota- toes to pot. • To pot, add 1 1/2 cups cheese, milk,

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Capital District Wellness Management Services 1375 Washington Avenue, Suite G102, Albany 489.2628; www.weightlossalbanyNY.com Miraculous LED technology offers safe and effective weight loss alternative How can you lose 2 inches or more of real body fat in one hour? Capital District Wellness Management Services offers fat loss alternatives that allow you to target resistant areas with specific wavelengths of red light (belly, arms, thighs, chin, back). There are no side effects whatsoever! No Pain No Downtime. Results are immedi- ate. A total fat loss of 2 inches or more is typical in one session. Photonica is the only FDA-cleared LED device for immedi- ate fat loss without pills, surgery, cell dam- age or exercise. Capital Cardiology Associates 7 Southwoods Boulevard, Albany Offices throughout the Capital Region 292.6000; www.capitalcardiology.com Why is heart disease the #1 killer among women? Is it because women are less likely to seek treatment? Is it because they don't know what the signs of heart attack in women differ from those in men? Is it because all of life's obligations to other family members take precedence? Excess sweating, chest pressure, nausea or jaw pain, fatigue and exercise intolerance can all be symptoms of heart disease in women. These are also symp- toms that women often ignore or decide that evaluation would be too time-con- suming. Capital Cardiology Associates is committed to the rapid and compassion- ate evaluation of all of our patients, men and women. Call today for an appoint- ment, 292.6000.

Capital District YMCA www.cdymca.org Swim your way to better health Swimming is a great way to get the exercise you need while having fun. Swimming burns twice as many calories as walking and is easier on your body. Swimming is good for your muscles and joints. Aqua fitness classes help you prevent age-related muscle loss or strengthen by working every muscle. And water aerobics has been proven to reduce pain and stiffness of your joints, reduce cartilage breakdown, and alleviate chronic pain due to arthritis or osteoporosis. Swimming is good for your heart. Swimming is a great cardio exercise. The Continued on page 38

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CAPITAL REGION LIVING | MARCH 2017 | 39 Is it endometriosis? What does that mean?

By Amos Cutler, MD Myrtle Street Obstetrics & Gynecology

arah is 25 years old and is recently mar- wants to know how she could find out if she adhesions, to form. Sometimes adhesions can ried. She has never been pregnant. She has endometriosis. Her mother had a hys- cause organs to stick together. The bleeding, Sscheduled this appointment to discuss terectomy at age 45 because she had heavy inflammation, and scarring can cause pain, birth control options. She is planning to get and painful menses. If her mother did in fact especially before and during menses. pregnant in one to two years. She had a histo- have endometriosis, Sarah wonders how likely Some women with endometriosis have no ry of very heavy and painful periods. When she she is to also have endometriosis and is asking symptoms, but most have lower abdominal pain was in high school, she started taking birth whether the condition could affect her before or during the menses, between menses, control pills to help with her menses. The birth chances for getting pregnant. during or after sex and when urinating or having control pills made her menses lighter and less Let's start with the basics. a bowel movement (often during the menses). painful; however, she decided to stop them a The lesions of endometriosis can be anywhere year ago because she gained weight and she What is endometriosis? outside the uterus. The most common sites was worried that she had been taking the birth Endometriosis is when tissue that is found where endometriosis occurs are the ovaries, the control pills for too long. Her body needed a inside the lining of the uterus (the endometri- fallopian tubes, the bowel, and areas in front, in break. Since stopping the birth control pills, um) grows outside of the uterus. This tissue back and the sides of the uterus. she noticed that her menses are getting heavy can then bleed like the uterine lining does dur- Women with endometriosis can develop and painful again. She takes ibuprofen each ing the menstrual cycle. Surrounding tissue ovarian cysts containing endometriosis. This is month for the pain with her menses. She is can become irritated, inflamed and swollen. called an endometrioma. Endometriomas are not experiencing any pain with intercourse. The breakdown and bleeding of this tissue usually filled with old blood that resembles Sarah read about endometriosis and each month also can cause scar tissue, called chocolate syrup and, thus, sometimes called

40 | MARCH 2017 | CAPITAL REGION LIVING known. A common theory is that menstrual blood and endometrial cells flow back from the uterus through the fallopian tubes into the pelvis during the menstrual period. The cells then grow where they land in the pelvis. This theory is called retrograde menstruation. There are other theories that try to explain endometriosis. Endometriosis diagnosis Endometriosis is suspected when women have pelvic pain or painful menstrual periods. However, the only way to know for sure if there is endometriosis is to have surgery to visualize the lesions. Endometriosis cannot be diagnosed by ultrasound, x-ray or other non- invasive methods. It is considered mild, mod- erate or severe depending on what is found during surgery. Women with mild disease can have severe symptoms, and women with severe disease can have mild symptoms. Medicines such as NSAIDs (ibuprofen) or hor- monal birth control can treat the symptoms of endometriosis. Even though surgery would diagnose endometriosis, in many cases surgery is reserved for women for whom medical treatment does not improve the pain. Endometriosis and fertility Almost 40% of women with infertility have endometriosis. Inflammation from endometriosis may damage the sperm or egg or interfere with their movement through the fallopian tubes and uterus. In severe cases of endometriosis, the fallopian tubes may be blocked by adhesions or scar tissue. While endometriosis can cause infertility, many women who have this condition don't have any difficulty getting pregnant. In addition, sur- gery itself can cause adhesions, which may impair fertility. Therefore, the decision to do sur- gery is complex and needs to be individualized. So what did Sarah decide to do? Sarah wanted to review the different methods of contraception. We discussed that any of the hormonal contraception options can help with the symptoms of endometriosis. Since she used birth control pills before, she wanted to start them again until she decides to get pregnant. She had a pelvic ultrasound that was normal. Even though, based on her symp- toms and family history, she was more likely to have endometriosis, she wanted to avoid sur- gery at this time. If she has difficulty getting pregnant, then she would consider surgery to look for endometriosis. chocolate cysts. They are sometimes seen of 38% in infertile women. Patients with an Amos Cutler, MD, is an Obstetrician/Gynecologist during a pelvic ultrasound or felt during a affected first-degree relative (mother or sister) at Myrtle Street Obstetrics & Gynecology, prac- pelvic exam. have a 7- to 10-fold increased risk of develop- ticing in the main office at 59 Myrtle Street in There is no cure for endometriosis, but ing endometriosis. Saratoga Springs, and the satellite office at 2105 there are several treatment options. Ellsworth Boulevard in Malta. For more informa- Endometriosis occurs in about 6% to 10% Endometriosis causes tion, contact the office at 587.2400, or visit of reproductive-age women, with a prevalence The cause for endometriosis is not www.myrtlestobgyn.com.

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Albany County

THEY BUILT AMERICA: MARCH 30 • 6-7PM The Workers of the Erie Canal. Theater performance. Capital Repertory Theater at the Institute for this spe- cial traveling performance. In celebration of the 200th anniversary of the groundbreaking of the Erie Canal. Free admission.

Albany Institute of History and Art 125 Washington Avenue, Albany 463.4478; www.albanyinstitute.org

March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 • 5-8pm Evening at the Institute 2017 - Thursday nights (5-8pm) are free at the Institute. See schedule of events at website.

March 4, 11, 18, 25 • 10am-4:30pm Art for All - Bring your family to the museum and spend the day being creative! Visit the Institute studio for drop-in art. March project: shell mosaics. Free with museum admission.

March 4 • 5-7pm Wampum World – An art installation by Renee Ridgway. Exhibition opening celebration and refreshments. Special performance of the Ohénton Kariwatékwen (Words Before All Else), a traditional thanksgiv- ing address by Akwesasne youth singers. RSVP to 463.4478 ext. 412 or online. Free for AIHA members; $10 for non-members.

March 5 • 2-3pm Gallery Talk - Artist Renee Ridgway will give insight into her new, inter- active transmedia project, Wampum World. Free with museum admission.

March 9 • 6:30-7:30pm Footprints of Our Ancestors - A special evening of stories moderat- ed by the African American Cultural Center of the Capital Region that will bring to life the journey and struggles of families that made the tran- sition from the rural South to the Capital Region during the Great Migration. Free admission.

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March 12 • 2-3pm Storytime and Art Making: The Legendary Miss Lena Horne. Celebrating this new book, by Carole Boston Weatherford, which fea- tures artwork by local artist, Elizabeth Zunon. Family program. Reading by Ms. Zunon from the book and hands-on art activity. Free with museum admission.

March 19 • 3-5pm The Migration Experience: Traditions and Sounds of Our Culture. Organized by the African American Cultural Center of the Capital Region, featuring spoken word, drumming, dance, and personal reflections. Free with museum admission.

Bethlehem Public Library 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar 439.9314; www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org

March 2 • 7pm Trivia Night for Adults - Have some fun and show off your knowledge as you sign up alone or as a team to match wits with others in a written- answer format. Prizes donated by the Friends.

March 5 • 2pm A Little Sunday Music: Cellist Will Hayes - Enjoy music by Bartók, Grieg and Brahms, accompanied by piano. Sponsored by Friends of Bethlehem Public Library.

March 6, 13 • 10am-12pm Intro to MS Word - Learn the basics of using Microsoft Word 2010 in this two-session program. Sign up online or call.

March 6, 20 • 6-8pm Open Sewing - The library’s sewing machines will be available for inde- pendent projects. Bring your own supplies. Volunteers may be available to assist you. Sign up for one or more two-hour sessions.

March 6 • 6-8:30pm Fun and Games for Grownups - An adults-only gathering where you can play games, including chess, color and socialize. Snacks served.

March 8 • 7pm AfterDinner Books - Discuss Eileen by Ottessa Moshfegh. Copies are available at the information desk. Large-print audio and downloadable copies may be available.

March 9 How to Use Your New iPad - Bring your iPad, cables and your Apple ID and password, 10 am-noon or 2pm. Sign up for one session.

March 12 • 2pm Sunday Cinema - Watch “Arrival” (Paramount, PG-13, 116 min.) starring Amy Adams as an expert linguist investigating a mysterious alien presence.

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March 13 • 1:30pm DayBooks - Discuss The Bishop’s Wife by Mette Ivie Harrison. Copies are available at the information desk. Large-print audio and downloadable copies may be available.

March 13 • 6pm Library Board Meeting - Open to the public.

March 14 • 6-8:30pm Fingerknitting: Link Scarf - Make a link scarf using just your fingers and some yarn. Bring two different skeins of color-coordinated bulky yarn. No experience necessary. Sign up online or call.

March 16 • 7pm Listening Parties: Women’s History Month Music - Listen and dis- cuss groups formed and led by women who wrote and performed their own music.

March 17 • 10am Qi Gong - Learn the gentle art that combines physical movement with breathing and intention to promote health and wellness. Wear comfort- able clothes and shoes. Qi Gong is suitable for all abilities.

March 21 • 7-8:30pm Meaningful Retirement Workshop - Explore the changing definition of retirement and how to make the transition from full-time work to your life’s next chapter with a presentation and panel discussion featuring experts in the field. Co-sponsored by Bethlehem Senior Services and Community Caregivers Inc. Sign up online or call.

March 23 • 6:30-8:30pm Quilting: Striped Table Runner - Bring at least 1 yard of 100% cotton fabric with a lengthwise striped repeat and 1 yard coordinating fabric for the back. Basic sewing machine knowledge recommended. See events calendar for image. Questions? Call Natalie at 439.9314 ext. 3023.

March 26 • 2-3pm Knit One, Purl One - If you’re an experienced knitter, bring your current project. If you’re a beginner, bring size 8 knitting needles; we’ll provide yarn and get you started.

March 27 • 1:30-3pm DayWriters - Spend an hour writing with the final half hour for optional sharing and feedback. Open to anyone interested in writing; all abilities and genres are welcome.

March 27 Sew It Yourself: Drawstring Bag - Bring 1/2 yard of fabric to create a simple drawstring bag for holding knitting or stitching projects and other small items. Basic sewing machine knowledge recommended, 2:30- 3:30pm or 7-8pm. Sign up for one session.

March 29 • 6:30-8:30pm Wings and Wonders of the Adirondacks - Photographer Warren Green will share some of his newest work in digital photography, focus- ing on birds and other natural wonders of the Adirondacks. Co-spon- sored by the Audubon Society.

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March 30-31 • 6:30pm Gaslight Theater Presents: The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged). Enjoy the Bard’s complete works – humorously abbreviated – in one sitting.

Fulton County

March 4-5 Fuel-n-Food Weekend Long Fishing Contest - Great Sacandaga Lake. All fish are measured at Wally’s Driftwood Park based on length. Measuring station open 7am-4pm Saturday and Sunday. Prizes will be given at “Fuel & Food” after 4pm on Sunday. Power Auger and other prizes will be drawn after cash payouts. Pig roast at Wally’s at 3pm on Saturday. $25 entry fee

March 4 • 5pm Sportsman’s Venison Dinner & Big Whitetail Deer Rack Contest - Johnstown Moose Lodge 109 South Comrie Avenue, Johnstown to benefit the Wildlife Museum in Vails Mills. Guest speakers, over 100 prizes, raf- fles, and auction. Prizes for Largest NY Antlered Buck of the 2016 Deer Season. Bring your antlers to have them scored.

March 4 • 7-11pm Fox Run Golf Club Open House with Third Rail - 129 Fox Run Drive, Johnstown. Celebrate the completion of the new banquet and indoor golf space. Closest to the pin contest and long drive contest. Buffet dinner, live music by Third Rail.

March 5 • 12-3pm Women of the Moose 5th Annual Bridal Show - 109 South Comrie Avenue, Johnstown. Free admission. Meet with local wedding ven- dors: DJs, photographers, bakers, limo servic- es, beauty vendors. visit us online March 11 • 2-8pm at The Bentley Benefit Concert - Sammonsville Volunteer Fire Department 1362 State Highway 67, Johnstown. Features 8 bands, food. $10

March 11 • 3-4:30pm www.www. Chamber at the Chamber: French 75 - Fulton Montgomery Regional Chamber of Commerce 2 North Main Street, Gloversville. crlmagcrlmag Third concert in inaugural season with Dixieland jazz ensemble, French 75. The group will pres- .com.com ent an afternoon of music from the 1920s and beyond. Tickets $20, pre-sale only. Purchase at

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Mohawk Harvest Cooperative Market and the March 10 • 6:30pm Fulton Montgomery Regional Chamber of Moonlit Walk – Worm Moon - Schodack Island Commerce. Only 40 tickets will be sold. State Park. Enjoy the park trails at night, under the light of the nearly-full Snow Moon. Call the Park to register and check-in at the program March 12 • 1-5pm (732.0187). Leaving at 7pm, so come early The Bridge Walk Bridal Show - Perthshire enough to check-in. Refreshments will follow Banquet 112 Perthshire Drive, Amsterdam. First with a campfire. The walk will cover about two complete Bridal Show. Black Tie is the only fea- miles of fairly easy terrain. Dress appropriately tured caterer at The Perthshire. Free for brides for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. and their guests. Give aways; pre-registered www.facebook.com/SchodackIslandStatePark. brides-only entries in grand give away; food sampling, champagne station and vendors for bridal needs. Pre-registration for brides contact: March 11 [email protected]. Dan Evans Workshop - Sand Lake Center for the Arts. Dan Evans will offer a 2 hour workshop, "Essential Vocal Techniques," at 2pm, which will include learning to project your voice in such a March 25-26 • 10am-5pm way that it will not be damaged, how to sustain breath, and how to listen carefully to sing in Fulton-Montgomery County Home tune. Concert at 8pm. www.scla-ctp.org. Show/Craft Fair (8th Annual) – Broadalbin- Perth High School, 100 Bridge Street, Broadalbin. Over 70 vendors each year. All pro- March 11 • 6pm ceeds to benefit New Broadalbin Town Park. $3 Maple Sugar Full Moon Hike - Grafton Lakes admission donation; free for under age 10. State Park. Moonlit stroll around Shaver Pond, finishing with a seasonal sweet treat. Meet at Rensselaer County Shaver Pond Nature Center, 194 Shaver Pond Road. Free, pre-register: 279.1155. www.face- book.com/GraftonLakesStatePark New Exhibits at Rensselaer County Historical Society, Troy. In the Main Garllery: Doughboys to Dylan: March 11, April 8 • 10am-2pm Changing Times on the Rensselaer County Melville Open House - The Lansingburgh Home Front. In the Carriage House - Cast Iron Historical Society monthly open house at the Stoves from the collection. For hours visit, Melville House, where Melville wrote his first 2 www.rchsonline.org novels. A tag sale will be held during the March March 4, 11, 18, 25 • 9am-2pm 11open house. Explore the museum attic that houses some historical items from the Burgh. Troy Waterfront Farmers Market - Troy Atrium. Every Saturday, more than 70 food Visit the backyard which is in the process of growers, bakers, chefs and artisans gather being refurbished. Enjoy the park directly across where you can buy directly from the persons the street for some wonderful views of the who grew it or made it and can tell you how to Hudson. $5 donation appreciated; pick up a Voted #1 Chicken Wings and best cook, use and enjoy it. Crafters, makers, membership application so you will get updates Restaurant in West Sand Lake/Averill Park artists and taste makers from around the Capital on events. We invite you to come enjoy our award-win- Region held in conjunction with the Farmers ning food in the comfort of our renovated 1800s Market. www.troymarket.org. blacksmith shop creek-side in Averill Park. If you March 18 • 10am are stopping in for drink with friends or a family Collar City Kilt Fest - Troy. Join a fun 5K run dinner, we have it all. Try our many barbeque March 4 • 1-3pm sporting Celtic and city pride while taking to the streets dressed in green in St. Patrick’s Day cos- entrees slow-cooked on premises, our award-win- Snowcake for Wildlife - Dyken Pond ning pizza or one of our many home-style entrees. Environmental Education Center, Cropseyville. tumes. The Collar City Kilt Fest is a festive run, A small private room in our upstairs dining room A free and unique program where participants celebrating community and Celtic heritage with both family friendly activities and food and drink for that perfect party! will build a snow sculpture in the form of a giant throughout the city. www.collarcitykiltfest.com Good Food ~ Good Times ~ Good Friends cake which will then be decorated with fruits, vegetables, seeds and grains and left as a feast MARCH ENTERTAINMENT for the park’s wildlife. This is a great opportuni- 3/3 ~ Geo March 19 • 12-3pm ty to get rid of some of the old items in your 3/4 ~ Funk in the trunk Giant Try It-Open House - The Arts Center of 3/10 ~ Suite Ride cupboards, but do not feel that you have to the Capital Region, Troy. Ever wondered if you 3/17 ~ Erin Harkes bring something as Dyken Pond will be supply- would really like to mush clay, hammer metal, or 3/24 ~ Steve Smith ing all needed materials. Once the snowcake break glass? This is an opportunity to tour the 3/25 ~ The Furhterundone has been completed, a trail camera will be posi- Arts Center and do easy-to-learn projects in 3/31 ~ Just Nate tioned to capture any wildlife who decide to almost every studio, with instructor guidance. partake in the feast. www.facebook.com/dyken- www.artscenteronline.org 2850 NY 43 • Averill Park pondcenter. 674.3040 • thetownetavern.com

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March 21 • 5:30-7:30pm www.schenectadygreenmarket.org for special Social Media: Brewing Night - The Arts activities. Center of the Capital Region. Learn about the history of beer with Craig Gravina, author of Upper Hudson Valley Beer, guiding you through March 6 • 3-4pm the many different styles of beer. Come ready to Senior Science Day – at miSci. Topic: NASA’s sample. $25/pp. www.artscenteronline.org Great Observatories: Compton Gamma Ray Observatory, presented by the Dudley Observatory’s Outreach Astronomer, Dr. Valerie March 24-26 Rapson. Cost: $10.50 adult, $7.50 child age 3- Capital District Garden & Flower Show - 12, $9 senior 65+), free for miSci members. HVCC McDonough Complex Troy. Over 17,000 Come early or stay after the lesson to enjoy the square feet of beautifully designed, fully bloom- many exhibits at the museum (open from 9am- ing landscape exhibits. A floral design competi- 5pm). You need not be a senior citizen to tion has 100 displays from professional and attend. amateur arrangers. Plus 150 garden-themed exhibits, wine tastings, hour lectures and cook- ing demonstrations offered free with paid March 6 • 5:30-8pm admission. Friday, 12-8 pm; Saturday, 9am-7pm; World War I film series – Featuring: “A Very Sunday, 10am-5pm. General admission pre-sale Long Engagement.” Schenectady County tickets, $12/pp; on site $14/pp; 2 and 3 days Public Library Swanker Room. Held in coopera- passes available. For tickets and more informa- tion with Schenectady County Historical Society. tion visit www.gardenandflowershow.com. March 11 • 2pm April 6 War on the Middleline – Talk and book sign- ing with James Richmond, author. At Lecture on Tiffany Windows - The Lansingburgh Historical Society is sponsoring a Schenectady County Historical Society. lecture presented by Michael Barrett on Troy's Exploring the story of the Kayaderosseras historic Tiffany windows at the VanSchaick Patent and the pioneers who settled along this Country Club, Cohoes. Dinner is ordered from freshly cut path in the wilderness and were the restaurant menu from 5pm on; lecture is at immediately confronted by war. www.schenec- 7pm. The speaker is executive director of the tadyhistorical.org/families city's Burden Iron Works Museum and the Hudson Mohawk Industrial Gateway. Lecture March 11 • 7pm admission: $6 members or $7 for those not yet Howlin’ at the Moon Concert - Featuring members. RSVP to the VanSchaick at 237.0145 Everest Rising. Mabee Farm, Rotterdam to let them know if you will be ordering from the Junction. Light refreshments will be served, menu or just attending the lecture. along with beer and wine. $5. www.schenec- tadyhistorical.org/families.

March 15, 18 Saratoga County Schenectady and Great Migration - Family program - In the first half of the 20th century, 1.6 March 11 • 2pm million African-Americans moved from the South up to cities like Schenectady. March 15 at Catch the Wave: A Children’s Concert - 1:30-3pm; repeated March 18 at 10:30am- Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe 12pm. Meet at Schenectady County Historical Road, Clifton Park. Music Company Orchestra Society. Guided walking tour through Stockade free performance, featuring several “water” District before exploring primary source docu- pieces with an explanation of musical concepts ments to gain a better understanding of what to inspire young hopeful musicians. Works from life was like for a new resident of Schenectady. Handel to Smetana will be included as well as Open to students 2nd grade and up. Parents or familiar film pieces. 70-piece all volunteer com- chaperones are asked to stay with their student munity orchestra, conducted by Dr. Gerald through the duration of the program. $5 per Lanoue. www.mcomusic.org. student; pre-registration is required – www.sch- enectadyhistorical.org/families. Schenectady County March 18 • 2pm Young Musicians Forum - Presents Ivan Gusev, pianist, at the Niskayuna Branch Library, March 5, 12, 19, 26 • 10am-2pm 2400 Nott St. East. A native of Khazakstan, he Schenectady Greenmarket - In Proctors. See has studied in Moscow and is currently in grad-

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uate studies at Mannes School of Music in New March 4, 11, 18 • 11am York. To include music of Schubert, Chopin and Night of the Hunter – Admission plus $5. Mendelssohn and conclude with “Pictures at an Exhibition” by Mussorgsky. Free. Donations to March 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26 1pm keep the series alive appreciated and may be • made out to YMF and sent to 36 Mallard Dr., From Earth to the Universe - Admission plus Rexford NY 12148. All are welcome to attend $5. the program and reception to follow, providing a chance to meet the artist. March 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19 • 3pm Night of Hunter - Admission plus $5. March 21 • 6-9pm Thank you for voting for us one of the best Zonta Celebration – The Zonta Club of March 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26 • 4pm Schenectady 90th Birthday Celebration will be Columbia County Restaurants. See what everyone – Admission plus held at Schenectady County Community From Earth to the Universe is talking about. We have a little bit of everything on $5. our menu to please any appetite. Jackson's is a fami- College in Van Curler Dining Room. Cost: $45. ly run restaurant. Three generations, since 1943. Reservations: [email protected]. March 25 11am Hope to see you soon! • – Admission plus $5. March 25 • 2-4pm Night of the Lion Presentation on The Unknown Museums of Upstate New York – A Guide to 50 Treasures March 25, 26 • 3pm with Chuck D’Imperio, author. Mabee Farm, Night of the Lion - Admission plus $5. Rotterdam Junction. $5, free for SCHS mem- bers. www.schenectadyhistorical.org/families. March 4, 11 • 2-3pm; 3:30-4:30pm Challenger Adventures – Children (age 5-12, 646 Albany Turnpike, Old Chatham • 794.7373 miSci accompanied by adult, children ages 5-7 must www.jacksonsoldchathamhouse.com each be accompanied by an adult) museum 15 Nott Terrace Heights, Schenectady admission + $5; seniors (65+) museum admis- 382.7890; www.miSci.org sion + $8; adults (13+) museum admission + $10. March 1-31 – Tinkering: Bring Out Your Inner Engineer March 6 • 3pm Free with admission. Senior Science Day: NASA’s Great Observatories - Compton Gamma Ray March 1-31 Observatory – Free with admission. The Living House Exhibition – Free with admission. March 6 • 4:30pm Volunteer Open House – Meeting for anyone March 1-31 interested in volunteering. GE: A History of Innovations – Free with admission. March 6 • 6-8pm Teen Science Café: Making Waves: How El March 1-31 Niño & Rainfall in the Tropics Influence Weather Discover Butterflies! – Free with admission. Around the World – Free.

March 1-31 March 16-18 • 10:30-11:30am Daily Planetarium Shows – Admission plus Little Wonders of Science - The Very Hungry $5. Caterpillar. Ages 3-5 - free with admission.

March 1-31 • 2 pm March 21 • 5-8:30pm One World, One Sky – Admission plus $5. Evenings with miSci and The Dudley Observatory – Children (ages 3-12) $7.50; sen- iors (65+) $9; adults $10.50; free for miSci mem- March 1-31 bers. From Earth to the Universe - Mondays- Fridays 3pm - Admission plus $5. March 21 • 7-8:30pm The Dudley Observatory Night Sky March 4, 11, 18, 25 • 10am Adventure: Updates from Juno at Jupiter – One World, One Sky Planetarium Show - Free with admission. Admission plus $5

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March 26 • 10am-12pm the 1742 Palatine House, its children's theatre Colette at 792.1761 ext. 310 or SenseAble Science for visitors with sensory program, the Depot Lane Singers and many [email protected]. $120 for mem- needs – Free; donations appreciated. other activities throughout the year. bers; $140 for non-members (includes supplies). March 30 • 6:30pm Schoharie County Warren County Gallery Talk – Hyde Collection, Glens Falls. Exhibition Curator Caroline Welsh will speak about her 25 association with Allen Blagden, his March 18-19 March 8, 15, 22 • 6:30-8:30pm art, inspiration, and influences while touring the Antiques in Schoharie – On Saturday from Applications of Art – Hyde Collection, Glens exhibition Marking the Moment, featuring 10am to 5pm and Sunday from 11am to 4pm, Falls. Learn about the properties of oil paint and Blagden’s watercolors and drawings. RSVP by the Schoharie Central School will be bursting how to apply color theory to the painting contacting Colette at 792.1761 ext. 310 or with treasures of all kinds that the 100 dealers process. By the end of three sessions, students [email protected]. $8 for mem- bring in for sale. This show is a major fund rais- will complete their own masterpieces. Perfect bers; $10 for nonmembers. er for the Schoharie Colonial Heritage for teens, beginners, or painters looking to learn Association, supporting its railroad museum, more about oil paint. RSVP by contacting

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CAPITAL REGION LIVING | MARCH 2017 | 49 last page | john gray Spring getaway

hen I was 11 years old, the number one song on the radio was “Please Wcome to Boston” by David Loggins. The catchy tune opens with the line “Please come to Boston for the springtime.” Since this month’s magazine features “spring getaways” you’ll understand why that particular song has been bouncing around my brain. That’s because when it comes to spring trips, my favorite, by far, was a weekend that started in Boston. And when I tell you where I went from there, all in the span of 24 hours, you’ll think I’m fibbing but the truth is these fabulous des- tinations are all just a stone’s throw from the Capital Region and quite doable on a modest budget. So grab a friend, pack some snacks and let’s go for the ride. We’ll start our day at 8am backing out of I try to limit my time in Boston to three hours our table on the deck. your driveway, destination Boston. Most of because we have places to be. When you are full and exhausted, spend you have been to Bean Town before but I’ve Once you’re back in the car, tell the GPS the night in one of the B&Bs or motels near the learned a few tricks along the way. For you are going to historic Salem which is only 25 water. Then when you wake the next morning starters, I want you to use your phone’s GPS miles away. It will take you less than an hour to the sound of the ocean, grab your box of and punch in the New England Aquarium. Less unless you are actually a witch and can fly your candy from The Fudgery (Rockport’s best than three hours after you leave home you’ll broom there. Salem is a delightful place with sweet shop) and set your sails for the trip be turning off a surface street into the aquari- unique shops and people. I suggest the trolley home. You’ll be back in your driveway in a lit- um entrance. There’s a big garage but don’t ride, which shows you everything and comes tle more than three hours with lots of wonder- park there; instead, park next door at the with a live narrator to answer your questions. ful memories. If you play your cards right you Marriott Long Wharf hotel. Just pull out front You can hop on and off where you please and I can do this trip on a tank of gas and three and tell them you are not checking in but highly recommend the Witch House where the Benjamin Franklins. would like to park the car for a couple of hours judge in charge of the Salem witch trials actu- When your friends ask you on Monday and the valet will take the vehicle. It’s not ally lived. Very neat place. Oh, and keep your morning what you did over the weekend you cheap but boy is it convenient. Ten seconds eye out for real life witches because they real- can say, “Well, we went to Boston and had fun after pulling in, you are out of the car and can ly do live here. at the aquarium and shopped and ate the best now cross the street to visit the aquarium or When you’ve cast a spell or two, hop back chowdah. Then went to Salem and met a real walk a block over to Quincy Market. in the car and drive 17 miles up the coast to life witch. Then we stood on the very dock However, before I do either of those fun Gloucester. This is where they shot the film where George Clooney and Mark Wahlberg things I like to pop into the Legal Seafood “The Perfect Storm,” telling the real life drama shot a move. Then we walked hand in hand restaurant (which is right in front of you) to get of fishermen lost at sea. There is a memorial down the street where Ryan Reynolds and right there along the beach with a haunting a bowl of clam chowder. There’s a reason they Sandra Bullock fell in love in Rockport. How statue of a fisherman hanging on for dear life. ship that chowder all over the country; it’s that about you? Oh, you did laundry? Well that good. That bowl takes the edge off your growl- Take a moment to read the names of all those sounds like fun.” ing tummy and you are now ready to shop or lost. You’ll be tempted to eat here but wait and Happy spring! eat some more in Faneuil Hall (next to Quincy drive another 4 miles north to Rockport. There Market). If you are feeling romantic, take a is a lovely shopping area (as seen in the movie John Gray is weekly columnist for the Troy horse and carriage ride down the cobblestone “The Proposal”) and marvelous places to eat. Record and the Saratogian newspapers and streets over to the North End and if you’re itch- My wife and I found one at the end of a pier news anchor at ABC 10 and FOX 23. He can be ing to shop, hop a cab over to Newbury Street. where the waves lapped the rocks just below reached at [email protected].

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