In his weekly address of April 5th, Mayor Tutunjian reports that last Friday's Troy Night Out was a great success, with more than 1,000 people attending (up from the estimated 300-400 in February's chilly debut event).
It was indeed a fun event. My little group of friends visited the Rensselaer County Historical Society's exhibition of portraits; Daisy Bakers, where we loaded up on Enjoy Troy T-shirts and tote bags; Martinez Gallery where we enjoyed art and antiques, and heard about the efforts of the fledgling Troy Cinema & Visual Arts Group; Market Block Books; and Kismet Gallery. We finally ended up having a fantastic dinner at Anselmos, which, though located at the north end of the Pottery District and Little Italy, we had never tried.
As the weather improves and word spreads about this monthly event, it will likely become increasingly popular. The next Troy Night Out will be April 27; mark your calendars now. If you are interested in actively participating, visit the Troy Night Out web site for a Venue Participation form. You can display art, decorate windows in a vacant storefront, dance, perform music, etc.
Also mark your calendars and plan to join your neighbors for the great Earth Day Cleanup. To get involved, visit the City's web site for a list of already planned projects or to spread the word about additional projects (also see Mayor Tutunjian's April 5th weekly message). The City will provide bags and refreshments. Residents provide equipment such as rakes and shovels, as well as labor. The Alamo in South Troy will be open for bulk refuse acceptance. This is usally a fun event, and if you are new to the city, it's a great way to get to know your neighbors.
It was indeed a fun event. My little group of friends visited the Rensselaer County Historical Society's exhibition of portraits; Daisy Bakers, where we loaded up on Enjoy Troy T-shirts and tote bags; Martinez Gallery where we enjoyed art and antiques, and heard about the efforts of the fledgling Troy Cinema & Visual Arts Group; Market Block Books; and Kismet Gallery. We finally ended up having a fantastic dinner at Anselmos, which, though located at the north end of the Pottery District and Little Italy, we had never tried.
As the weather improves and word spreads about this monthly event, it will likely become increasingly popular. The next Troy Night Out will be April 27; mark your calendars now. If you are interested in actively participating, visit the Troy Night Out web site for a Venue Participation form. You can display art, decorate windows in a vacant storefront, dance, perform music, etc.
Also mark your calendars and plan to join your neighbors for the great Earth Day Cleanup. To get involved, visit the City's web site for a list of already planned projects or to spread the word about additional projects (also see Mayor Tutunjian's April 5th weekly message). The City will provide bags and refreshments. Residents provide equipment such as rakes and shovels, as well as labor. The Alamo in South Troy will be open for bulk refuse acceptance. This is usally a fun event, and if you are new to the city, it's a great way to get to know your neighbors.
