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3/1/2010
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR SEASONAL FLORAL/WATERING
The Downtown Albany BID is seeking proposals from floral/watering seasonal contractors for the pick up, installation, watering, and removal of approximately 550 baskets from May through September 2010, 2011, and 2012.
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2/26/2010
DOWNTOWN RESIDENTIAL CONVERSION & COMMERCIAL REHABILITATION FORUM HELD
The City of Albany, Capitalize Albany Corporation, and the Downtown Albany Business Improvement District held a Downtown Residential & Commercial Rehabilitation Forum on Wednesday, February 24th at the former FitStop building located at 374 Broadway.
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1/29/2010
BLACK HISTORY MONTH IN DOWNTOWN ALBANY
Look no further than these scheduled events as you celebrate Black History Month!
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1/28/2010
VALENTINE'S DAY SPECIALS AND OFFERS IN DOWNTOWN ALBANY
Whether you have a special someone or you are celebrating your single life, Downtown Albany has something to offer everyone this Valentine's Day!
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1/8/2010
JACK'S OYSTER HOUSE CELEBRATES ITS GRAND REOPENING
On Monday, January 11, from 5 to 10 p.m., join Jack's for their extremely special red carpet Grand Reopening celebration. For the first time ever, they have joined efforts with the Capital Region Salvation Army to support their worthwhile cause. Proceeds from the festivities will go to their benefit.
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1/7/2010
IMAGE PRESENTATION OF THE 2009-2010 SCULPTURE IN THE STREETS: THE ART OF DISCOVERY
Image presentation of the 2009-2010 Sculpture in the Streets: The Art of Discovery
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12/31/2009
NEW YEAR'S EVE CELEBRATIONS IN DOWNTOWN ALBANY
As the song says, it's the most wonderful time of the year! Downtown Albany is is the perfect place celebrate New Year's Eve! The streets are adorned with the BID's Symphony of Lights, holiday garlands and bows while festive music beckons along State and Pearl. And when you're looking for that one destination for sharing seasonal joy with family and friends, Downtown Albany's Great Dining, Great Events and Great Performances has it all! For more detailed information on all of downtown's holiday happenings and offers, visit us on the web at www.downtownalbany.org.
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12/17/2009
DOWNTOWN ALBANY BID LEADERS INVITED AS GUESTS ON TALK 1300 AM
The Downtown Albany Business Improvement District’s Executive Director, Georgette Steffens, and Director of Marketing and Communications, Nancy Bielawa, were guests on the “Women IN” TALK 1300 AM radio show on December 4, 2009.
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12/14/2009
ALBA TRUFFLES ON MENU AT 677 PRIME
Lovers of the rare and expensive white truffle can sate their craving at Angelo's 677 Prime in Albany.
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