Author Archives: Mike

Fort Orange General Store Opens At 412 Broadway

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE ANNOUNCEMENT PRESS RELEASE  #Albany officially welcomed @ftorangegeneral today. Now open @ 412 Broadway #CapAlbGrants #ImpactDowntown. pic.twitter.com/yZHgnLtC3q — Capitalize Albany (@CapAlbanyCorp) July 21, 2017 A popular and wide-ranging soft-goods retail business that closed its doors in early June 2016 has reopened under new ownership at a new location, 412 Broadway, across from […]

Sunday Cinema Series Kicks Off July 2 At Washington Park Playhouse

The Lark Street Business Improvement District is partnering with Park Playhouse, Christ’s Church of Albany, and Albany Public Library to host two movie nights this summer in Washington Park. Made possible by the Amplify Albany Grant Program and kicking off the movie series this Sunday is “National Treasure.” The movie will start at 8:30 p.m. following available family activities […]

Mobile App Creates A New Way to Explore Albany Neighborhoods and Historic Sites

Just launched, free mobile app provides a new way to explore #Albany historic sites https://t.co/SH8i2x4M5a #CapAlbGrants #AmplifyAlbany pic.twitter.com/DvqZxXa76U — Capitalize Albany (@CapAlbanyCorp) June 27, 2017   Click Here To View The Announcement Press Release A new, free mobile application is now available for iOS and Android that allows residents and visitors to explore Albany in […]

Albany Super Ducks Announces Official Launch Event | June 24th

Albany Super Ducks announced that it will begin operations in July, offering a unique tour experience for both Albany residents and visitors. Touring by land and water aboard two 46-passenger amphibious vehicles will give Albany Super Ducks’ guests the opportunity to learn about the rich history of the Capital City. An official launch event scheduled […]

CFA Process And Local Support

Access Project Description Form Governor Cuomo’s transformative Regional Economic Development Councils Round VII consolidated funding application (CFA) process is under way and Capitalize Albany staff is available to assist applicants. As discussed at the local information roundtable session, the Corporation can coordinate letters of support from the Mayor and resolutions from the City of Albany Albany Common Council. Applicants that […]

eba Sock Hop Dance Series Finale On June 17 | Amplify Albany

.@ebadance Theater Sock Hop Series’ Final Installment Is Saturday 7-10PM. Learn more. https://t.co/ATXInrLkVl #CapAlbGrants #AmplifyAlbany pic.twitter.com/cRBGBO8wUm — Capitalize Albany (@CapAlbanyCorp) June 13, 2017 On Saturday, June 17 from 7-10 p.m. the eba Theater will hold its Sock Hop series’ final installment. The Amplify Albany grant program supported event brings an all ages dance music concert series […]

Ride Free This Summer On New CDTA Shuttle Serving Downtown, Lark Street and Warehouse Business Districts

  Linking Warehouse, Lark & Downtown business districts @CDTA‘s Capital City Shuttle. Ride free Thurs-Sat 5p-12:30a this summer #AmplifyAlbany pic.twitter.com/z4O70jNI5S — Capitalize Albany (@CapAlbanyCorp) June 6, 2017 The Capital District Transportation Authority’s new Capital City Shuttle service will launch June 8 and run through Labor Day. The pilot program will serve Lark Street, Downtown Albany’s […]

Work Is Under Way On Second Quackenbush Parking Garage Mural

Work is under way on a second Quackenbush Parking Garage Mural in downtown #Albany >>> https://t.co/seG4rCwPGB #ImpactDowntown pic.twitter.com/JYqQ9j0IkI — Capitalize Albany (@CapAlbanyCorp) May 25, 2017 The Albany Parking Authority has teamed up with Albany Center Gallery and the Albany Barn once again, with support from several other partners, to create a second mural on downtown […]

Capitalize Albany To Host Informational Roundtable Session on CFA Process

Governor Cuomo’s annual initiative has had an incredible impact on the capital city’s building momentum. With the Regional Economic Development Councils Round VII consolidated funding application (CFA) process officially under way Capitalize Albany Corporation will be hosting an informational roundtable session from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. in Albany City Hall’s Rotunda on Wednesday, June 7. The event provides an […]

New York State Economic Development Council Recognizes Capitalize Albany For Excellence In Economic Development

Click Here To View The Announcement Press Release   The New York State Economic Development Council (NYSEDC) conducted its annual competition to recognize excellence in economic development marketing. Competing against its statewide counterparts, Capitalize Albany Corporation’s 2016 annual report was awarded a Certificate of Excellence. Nominations are submitted on behalf of local and regional economic […]