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Globetrotters
Don't miss out on this sure-to-please family fun when
the Globetrotters bring their 2010 World Tour the
Times Union Center on February 7th at 1:00 p.m.!
Siena alum Tay "Firefly" Fisher and the rest of the
gang will create magical memories for audiences young
and old. Tickets now available through the box office
and
online!
 The
Pink Floyd Experience
Back by popular demand,
The Pink Floyd Experience makes its third return to the
Palace Theatre on February 20th at 7:30 p.m.! This total sensory event includes
200,000 watts of light, quadraphonic sound, and six
brilliant musicians - the perfect show for the ultimate
Floyd fan! Tickets are available at
Ticketmaster or the
Palace Box Office!
 To
Kill A Mockingbird
Beginning
February 26th,
Capital Rep will present this new adaptation of
Harper Lee’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel. This is a
quiet story of prejudice, racism, courage and human
value. SPECIAL DISCOUNT OFFER – Save $5 off tickets
(Mention Code: 520). Not applicable to online sales or
with any other offer. Valid for new sales only.
Valentine's Day Deals in Downtown!
Whether you have
a special someone or you are celebrating the single
life, Downtown Albany offers an array of options to
indulge you or you loved ones!
Black History Month in Downtown Albany
Look no further than these scheduled events as you
celebrate Black History Month! And for a full listing of
events during the month of February, check out our
online calendar.
BID Board of Directors Call For Nominations
District stakeholders are
invited to submit their name, or that of another
candidate, for consideration for a board seat. Openings
for the upcoming term are as follows: (3) Class A -
Property Owner seats and (1) Class B - Tenant seat.
Nominations are due to the BID office by February 26,
2010.
Spring 2010 Downtown Digest Now Available
Download your electronic copy of the Winter Downtown
Digest, filled with news, information, and the latest
happenings in Downtown Albany!
Congratulations, Bob
Dowd - Our
"Spirit" Contest Winner
Our contest
asking the public to clip and submit
our advertisement from the December issue of
Southwest Airlines'
Spirit magazine ended January 15th.
Bob Dowd of Albany, NY was the randomly picked winner
from more than 25 entries to win a $100 American Express Gift Card!
Congratulations!
Franklin's Tower Now Offers Weekend Brunch
Franklin's Tower is pleased to announce the addition of
a week-end brunch to augment their menu selections.
Bunch will be offered both Saturdays and Sundays from
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., beginning February 13. The
brunch menu will feature the "Tower" take on your old
favorites... omelets, hash, waffles, pancakes, and
sandwiches.
Columbia To Release Plans For Office Building in Albany
The Capital Region Business Review reports: For the
first time in five years, a new, private office building
would be built in downtown Albany, N.Y., under plans
being pursued by Columbia Development Co.
Capital Rep Announces its 30th Anniversary Season
For 30 years, Capital Rep has entertained audiences in
an intimate theatre setting nestled in the heart of
downtown Albany's entertainment district. Special
selections highlight their celebratory anniversary
season.
Wine & Dine for the Arts - A Smashing Success
Albany's first wine and food festival wrapped up three
days of culinary experiences at the
Crowne
Plaza to a glowing response from attendees! Albany's
chefs continued to exceed expectations when they
presented a check for more than $37,000 to
Capital Repertory Theatre, the initial recipient for
this new, annual signature event! Even with final
numbers not yet available, event organizers were able to
turn around quickly to put on the "A
Taste Of Haiti" fundraiser in partnership with the
American Red Cross. More than 200 tickets were
sold for the event on January 28, 2010 in just over one
week!
 17
Chapel Street
Situated
in the heart of Albany's historic arts and entertainment
district with unparalleled views of the Capital City, 17
Chapel will grant residents access to dining,
entertainment, parks, places of business and more. While
units are not for sale until the offering plan is
approved, sign-up on their
website for information and project updates.
 New
Netherland Museum
The New Netherland
Museum has moved its office to the Pearl Street Coliseum
at 153 South Pearl Street. The non-profit,
educational institution owns and operates the Half Moon
- a full-size, working replica of the original Dutch
ship sailed by Henry Hudson in 1609.
 ENTER TO WIN
A
$50 gift
certificate to Pearl Street Pub, located at 1 Steuben
Place! Relax
with friends as you enjoy "great food, great music, and
great times" at Pearl Street's newest spot for
entertainment!
Looking for more reasons why Downtown Albany is Worth
Discovering Since 1609? Check
out these links:
Not sure what else is going on downtown? Check out
these great events, arts and music calendars...
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Downtown Albany
BID Events Calendar
Attractions,
events, performances... it's all in here!
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Metroland's Arts & Entertainment Calendar
Clubs, bands,
what's hot and what's not, Check it out!
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Times Union
Online Entertainment Page
Movies,
sports, TV, dining, and much, much more!
Click here to
view this issue as a web page
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