Troy's going to be a very busy city this weekend. Troy Pig Out, Powers Park Concerts, and the Hellions of Troy playing a home bout at the Frear Park Thunderdome.
The Hellions of Troy professional roller derby team takes on Slaughter City, looking to bounce back after a heartbreaking defeat last month against Long Island. The girls have vowed to take out their frustrations on their next opponent, promising all who attend to expect the unexpected on Saturday.
Door at the Thunderdome open at 6 p.m., with the bout beginning at 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased either at brownpapertickets.com, or in Troy City Hall at the Parks and Recreation Department office. Tickets can also be purchased at the door, $3.00 for children, and $10 for adults.
Gooooooooooo Hellions!
Thursday, July 16, 2009
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Rockin on the River Tonight:
Tonight at Rockin on the River, Blues for Breakfast comes to town for a Grateful Dead tribute. Rockin on the River is a free show held each Wednesday, featuring national acts performing right behind Ryan's Wake on River St. River view dining and seating are available on the outside decks of both Browns Brew Pub & Ryan's Wake. Food and drink are available at either of these establishments, and Jose Malone's.Or just bring a lawn chair and sit outside, adjacent to the Hudson River, with food, drink, ice cream and fried dough available stage side.
It's a beautiful day, so join us tonight and Enjoy Troy!
It's a beautiful day, so join us tonight and Enjoy Troy!
Free Rabies Clinic in Lansingburgh:
The Rensselaer County Department of Health will be hosting a rabies clinic, free for Rensselaer County residents on Thursday, July 16, at the 115th St. Firehouse.
Time: Cats / Ferrets -- 5 - 6pm & Dogs from 6-7 p.m.
Cats/Ferrets must be in a carrier, and dogs must be on a leash. The Heath Department also asks that you bring your animals last vaccination record with you.
Time: Cats / Ferrets -- 5 - 6pm & Dogs from 6-7 p.m.
Cats/Ferrets must be in a carrier, and dogs must be on a leash. The Heath Department also asks that you bring your animals last vaccination record with you.
Friday, July 10, 2009
Powers Park Concerts Begin:
The Powers Park Concert Series kicks off on Saturday, July 11, beginning at 6 p.m. Now in it's sixth season, the popular series comes in with possibly its strongest lineup to date.
Blue Hand Luke starts things off with a bang, being they are one of the premier, party/dance bands in the Capital Region. Comprised of some of the most veteran musicians in the area, Blue Hand Luke always leaves a crowd asking for more.
Led by master saxophonist, Luke McNamee, the band covers an impressive selection of artist with dead on accuracy. Dueling guitarist, Joe (Monster) Mele, and Charlie (Fast Fingers) Morris are like watching a guitar clinic with their precision solo's and showmanship. Lead singer Tommy Love, prowls the stage with panther like moves reminiscent of Mick Jagger. The groups Italian rhythm section of Jimmy Capella and Peter Vumbaco keep things rolling along with one of the finest keyboardest ever to grace the area stages, Tony (Magic Man) Perino.
So bring your dancing shoes and join us for all the fun at historic Powers Park.
Powers Park is presented by the City of Troy. It is supported in part by, Beverage Barn, Northeast Shuttle, Snowman Ice Cream, Badass Buritto, Troy Uniformed Firefighters, Meissner Travel, and the Tri City Valley Cats. Media sponsors include the Record, Our Towne Magazine, B95.5fm & Magic 100.9fm.
Powers Park is located at 110th-111th St. & Second Ave. in Troy. Additional Information can be found at, www.troyny.gov
Come and Enjoy Troy!
Blue Hand Luke starts things off with a bang, being they are one of the premier, party/dance bands in the Capital Region. Comprised of some of the most veteran musicians in the area, Blue Hand Luke always leaves a crowd asking for more.
Led by master saxophonist, Luke McNamee, the band covers an impressive selection of artist with dead on accuracy. Dueling guitarist, Joe (Monster) Mele, and Charlie (Fast Fingers) Morris are like watching a guitar clinic with their precision solo's and showmanship. Lead singer Tommy Love, prowls the stage with panther like moves reminiscent of Mick Jagger. The groups Italian rhythm section of Jimmy Capella and Peter Vumbaco keep things rolling along with one of the finest keyboardest ever to grace the area stages, Tony (Magic Man) Perino.
So bring your dancing shoes and join us for all the fun at historic Powers Park.
Powers Park is presented by the City of Troy. It is supported in part by, Beverage Barn, Northeast Shuttle, Snowman Ice Cream, Badass Buritto, Troy Uniformed Firefighters, Meissner Travel, and the Tri City Valley Cats. Media sponsors include the Record, Our Towne Magazine, B95.5fm & Magic 100.9fm.
Powers Park is located at 110th-111th St. & Second Ave. in Troy. Additional Information can be found at, www.troyny.gov
Come and Enjoy Troy!
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
Upcoming Memorial Golf Tournament:
On Saturday, July 25 2009, the Cunningham Family will host the David Cunningham Memorial Golf Tournament, at the Frear Park Municipal Golf Course in Troy. Organizers are seeking $50 'hole sponsors', with 18 holes available for sponsorship.Proceeds from the event will benefit St. Joseph's food pantry. Organizers are also soliciting donations for prizes and awards. Cost is $90 per golfer, and $20 per non-golfer, which includes dinner with beer.
The tournament begins at 11 a.m. with a lunch of hot dogs, hamburgers and salads - with a 12:30 shotgun start on the links. At 5 p.m. there will be a Pig Roast, prepared by the Park Pub.
Contact Amy Smith at, 518 330-2944 for information. Or e-mail Amy at, Harley02girl@gmail.com
The tournament begins at 11 a.m. with a lunch of hot dogs, hamburgers and salads - with a 12:30 shotgun start on the links. At 5 p.m. there will be a Pig Roast, prepared by the Park Pub.
Contact Amy Smith at, 518 330-2944 for information. Or e-mail Amy at, Harley02girl@gmail.com
Money Saving Tip:
Driving through Troy today, I was paying close attention to the gas prices at local stations. The cheapest I found was at Gendrons' Pit Stop on 5th Ave, at 125th St. Consider this posting as a stimulus to your wallet!
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
Wednesday Fun In Troy:
Rockin on the River is back on Wednesday evening to help you get over that mid-week hump. Held behind Troy's mini stretch of bars and restaurants on River St., just north of the Green Island Bridge, the event has grown in popularity, attracting patrons from all over the Capital Region along with concert goers from Vermont and Massachusetts.
The show kicks off at 5:00 p.m. with a performance by Albany based Lynch. Playing a blend of hip hop, and funk, they've gained a reputation as a crowd pleasing jam band, fronted by former members of Albany favorite Conehead Buddha, Terry & Shannon Lynch.
Boston Massachusetts favorite, Hi8us takes to the stage at 6:30 p.m., introducing Troy to its funk-rock-indie sounds.
You can enjoy a variety of food, ice cream, and drink stage side. Grab a table on the deck of Ryan's Wake or Browns Brew Pub and enjoy the music, set on the historic Hudson River. Or if you choose, dine inside at either of these restaurants, along with Jose' Malone's who offer up mucho blends of Tequila, as well as Mexican food.
Come join us for the fun on Wednesday, and take a Troycation!
The show kicks off at 5:00 p.m. with a performance by Albany based Lynch. Playing a blend of hip hop, and funk, they've gained a reputation as a crowd pleasing jam band, fronted by former members of Albany favorite Conehead Buddha, Terry & Shannon Lynch.
Boston Massachusetts favorite, Hi8us takes to the stage at 6:30 p.m., introducing Troy to its funk-rock-indie sounds.
You can enjoy a variety of food, ice cream, and drink stage side. Grab a table on the deck of Ryan's Wake or Browns Brew Pub and enjoy the music, set on the historic Hudson River. Or if you choose, dine inside at either of these restaurants, along with Jose' Malone's who offer up mucho blends of Tequila, as well as Mexican food.
Come join us for the fun on Wednesday, and take a Troycation!
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