By Judy Torel Until recently, seniors and exercise were thought of as mutually exclusive terms. Recent evidence indicates that starting an exercise program can greatly benefit the health and quality of life for seniors of all ages and fitness levels....
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Teagans Steak & Seafood
By Art Stein “Al, can you make me...” is a common request repeated to Al Pollock, the owner and chef of Teagen’s Steak and Seafood located in Rensselaer. In a time of ever increasing restaurant chains and standardized fare, Teagan’s...
Rensselaer County
Dear Friends,I can think of no better way to introduce Rensselaer County to you then to mention our extensive fields, woods and parks that surround our many lakes and mountains, rich with wonder, as their charm magnifies throughout the year...
Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture
The beauty of Facial RejuvenationAcupunctureA safe and balanced approach By Rebecca Rice, L.Ac., MSAOM and Christopher Reilly, L.Ac., MSA, CCHM Skin is not only an indispensable organ for warmth, protection and sensation, it is also a good indicator of how...
Health & Beauty
Albany Kripalu Yoga Center6 Metro Park Road, Albany454.9642; www.akyc.orgHours: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm.Describe your business: We are the oldest and largest not-for-profit Kripalu affiliate in the world, having been in business for over 30 years. We offer over 50 classes per week...
Get to know New York wines
By Henry Klein III Think you know New York State wines? Think again. New York grape and wine products (and related industries) contributed more than $3.3 billion of economic value to New York State in 2004. New York churns out...
Arts & Theatre
Albany Institute of History & Art125 Washington Avenue, Albany463.4478; www.albanyinstitute.orgHours: Wednesday-Saturday 10am-5pm;Sunday 12pm-5pm; Monday and major holidays closed; Tuesday--pre-registered groups only.Admission: Adults $7; seniors and students $5; children ages 6-12 $3, five and younger free. Members receive free admission.As one...
Last Page with John Gray
Wanted: Person for the job of Parenthood By John Gray Job descriptionHours are flexible. That means your day will start when you hear screaming coming from the crib in the next room, and continue until the screaming stops roughly 18...
Editor’s Letter
Happy birthday America! It was 229 years ago that John Hancock, president of the Second Continental Congress, was the first to sign the Declaration of Independence. Soon after, celebrating our freedom and independence on July 4th with fireworks, picnics and...
Weather facts with Jason Gough
Welcome to summer. Officially, anyway. After what was a very cool and damp May, almost cracking the top 10 coldest on record in Albany, we made a hard 180-degree turn into summer last month. It was, according to some people...