Take a look at New York during World War I through this exhibit.

Step back in history for a day. Currently on display at the New York State Museum, this exhibit examines how New York State and its citizens played an important role in the United States’ efforts during the World War I. The exhibit discusses the significance of understand history today and the impact New York had on these events. By the end of the war, the Empire State was leading the country in numbers of soldiers, supplies and money raised.

The museum showcases a series of things from the time period of the war to help guests learn about it through art. This includes several posters created during WWI, like the famous Uncle Sam poster. It also features iconic artifacts, images, and documents from collections of the New York State Museum, Library and Archives as well as various places across the state.

The exhibition offers 8 different areas about the war that hold emphasis on New York. The “Timeline” section outlines historical events that contributed to the war as well as events during it. There are also sections about “War in Europe” and “American Entry.” The section “Over There” dives into what life was like fighting in the war, while “Over Here” discusses what life was like at home. Following this section is “War at Home,” analyzing questions of loyalty on the home front. To close the exhibit are sections “End of the War” and “Legacy of WWI” to tell about coming home from war and how it changed America’s (and New York’s) place in the world.

New York State Museum Hours are Tuesday through Sunday, 9:30 a.m. until 5 p.m. Admission inside is free of charge. The exhibit will run in the museum until June 3 of this year.

Take Amtrak to A Spirit of Sacrifice

Experience the exhibit via Amtrak to Albany-Rensselaer Station—Don’t forget to use the New York By Rail 15% discount!

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Earth Day Union Square

Come out and celebrate Earth Day with the hundreds of thousands of people that visit the NYC events.

Celebrate earth day with hundreds of thousands of people in New York City! Since 1970, NYC’s Earth Day celebration has been held in Union Square. Peruse various Earth Day Initiatives and other events, like concerts, educational forums, 5k walk, and exhibitions. Over 70 exhibitors will be at the Earth Day Initiative including environmental non-profits, green businesses, kids’ activities, and live performances. All in an attempt to increase awareness and knowledge, while decreasing environmental impact and protect the earth.

You can bring your utility bill to the booth at E. 17th and Park Ave. to switch to clean energy and also get $25 off your next bill! Brands like the local Innisfree are also getting involved, and want to see what environmental issues are on your mind with the #IGIVEASHEET campaign. This sustainable company launched 100% biodegradable masks at the start of the week, and are working to increase awareness with their efforts.

Have a great idea for making NYC more sustainable? The New School—dedicated to sustainability, social justice, and innovative design, is sponsoring a special contest. One winner will receive university resources and funding to bring their sustainability idea to life!

A highlight will be Car Free NYC on April 21 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be 30 blocks of car-free streets on Broadway from Times Square to Union Square. Along the walk there will be five allocated celebration stops, each stop featuring something special. Some will have fitness events, conservation activism, live performances, art, and many others for activities for people of all ages to enjoy.

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Tribeca Film Festival

In its 17th year, the Tribeca Film Festival brings new and exciting things to New York.

Calling all movie lovers! The Tribeca Film Festival is hitting Lower Manhattan once again this year, and you are going to want to be a part of it. The annual storytelling festival will be bringing film creators, audiences, and members of the film industry together this year from April 18 to 29.  The festival will happen at multiple locations throughout Lower Manhattan over the course of 12 days.

The film festival will screen over one thousand feature and short films spanning over multiple genres. The festival also offers audiences an inside glimpse into the world behind the camera through a series of panel discussions called “Tribeca Talks.” These allow audiences to dive deeper into the industry of filmmaking.

The 2018 festival will also have a section devoted to television and online works. Introducing “Tribeca N.O.W,” there will be a program that discovers and celebrates New Online Work from independent creators. It will also present a platform for virtual reality and multi-media projects through “Tribeca Immersive.” This will allow interactive experiences from story creators themselves. There will even be “Tribeca Games,” a two-day event that looks at gaming world trends and goes behind the scenes of this year’s biggest releases.

Ticket Options for Tribeca Film Festival

Ticket package sales for Tribeca Film Festival begin on Monday, Feb. 26. There are several package options, varying from $60 to $999. VIP packages are also available for audience members, starting at $6,000. Public discounts are also available at a variety of levels. Customer service can be contacted at boxoffice@tribecafilmfestival.org.       

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CNY Largest Indoor Garage and Craft Sale – Spring Edition

Visit the NYS Fairgrounds and take part in the largest Garage and Craft Sale in all of Central New York.

Come one, come all to CNY’s Largest Indoor Garage and Craft Sale, the Spring Edition! On April 21st, the Horticulture Building at the NYS Fairgrounds will transform itself into an oversized home garage. Clear out your homes and garages to spend your day shopping and bargaining for goods from all over Central New York. From 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., guests from far and wide can come to sell their unwanted goods as well as spend time shopping around for things they may want or need.

With over 120 of garage sale and craft vendor booths, everyone is bound to find something for their own! The Largest Indoor Garage and Craft Sale is accepting applications for both garage sale and craft vendors to make their day a success. Guests planning to attend can sell their own items by buying booth spaces through the application form here.

The Largest Indoor Garage and Craft Sale is also very well prepared for unwanted items at the end of the day. The event brings in The Rescue Mission, an organization that aids the hungry and homeless in Syracuse. The Rescue Mission packs up all unwanted items at the end of the day and brings them to the homeless and less fortunate in Central New York. The organization also encourages people to bring items for donation if they do not wish to participate in selling at the event. The family fun event is free of admission along with free parking as well.

Take Amtrak to The Central New York Playhouse

Experience these performances via Amtrak to Syracuse Station—Don’t forget to use the New York By Rail 15% discount!

Get picked up from Syracuse Station and taken to your reserved #NYTRAIN Enterprise Rent-a-Car. Click here to reserve your car or call the Syracuse office today at: 315-423-0022.

Queens International Night Market

Experience new foods and cultures at the Queens International Night Market for an experience you will cherish forever.

The Queens International Night Market is a large, family-friendly night market in Queens, New York City. About 100 independent vendors attend this market and sell custom merchandise, art and food. There are small-scale cultural performances and traditions, all celebrating the rich cultural diversity and heritage of NYC and Queens.

This will be the fourth season vendors representing over 80 countries in the world come to the Queens International Night Market and create some of the cultural specialties that are cherished by each. Always wanted to try authentic Burmese or Bengali cuisine? This is the market for you. And there are plenty of opportunities to attend.

Enjoy a taste of Myanmar at the Burmese Bites tent and order your first (but definitely not your last) Keema Palata! This savory crepe-like dish is filled with chicken and egg and bursting with flavor. Keema Palata has been Burmese Bites’ most famous dish at the Queens International Night Market for three years in a row!

Thinking American? House of Mac has you covered. With all of your favorite cheesy cravings like fried mac & cheese with tomato sauce, waffle mac & cheese with slow roasted pork and classic mac & cheese, you might need to take a breather after visiting this vendor!

Need a break from the abundance of flavorful cuisines? There’s a vendor for that. Take a shopping break at the Emojistuff stand and choose from customized emoji gear. Pillows, pants, pins and more are just a few of the fun items sold by this vendor. Browse creative soaps and bath bombs at Time Weavers Creations! These handmade, natural soaps are crafted into fun shapes and characters.

These and many other vendors await you!

Experience the Market

The Market is open every Saturday night, from 6 p.m. until midnight, April 21 through Aug. 18 and Sep. 29 through Oct. 27!

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Walkway @ Night: April Moon Walk

Walk across the Hudson River under the stars!

Join the Mid-Hudson Valley in a nice moonlit stroll over the Hudson River. On April 27, the historic Walkway Over the Hudson will be hosting their spring Moon Walk. The Walkway spans the distance of the Hudson River between the towns of Lloyd in Ulster County and the city of Poughkeepsie in Dutchess County. It serves as a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the Walkway State Historic Park.

During the Moon Walk, guests can enjoy twilight views from 212 feet above the river from 8 p.m. until 10 p.m. They can even look into the night sky and find their favorite stars with telescopes provided by the Mid-Hudson Astronomical Association. LED based lights allow the use of the bridge at night, lighting the way for all who attend to walk from county to county over the water.

Entrance to the event is available on both ends of the bridge, Walkway East in Poughkeepsie and Walkway West in Highland. No bikes, rollerblades or skateboards are allowed on the bridge during the event. Guests are able to bring their pets along for the fun, but must attend on a 4-foot retractable leash with a light up collar. Glow sticks will be available for them at the event. The cost to attend the Moon Walk is free for Walkway members, while donations are encouraged for non-members.

Take Amtrak to Walkway Over The Hudson

Experience these performances via Amtrak to Poughkeepsie Station—Don’t forget to use the New York By Rail 15% discount!

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Glens Falls Wing Fest

The annual Wing Fest is bringing competition back to Glens Falls.

Calling all wing lovers! You better be hungry, because the annual Glens Falls Wing Fest is coming back to town this year. On Saturday, April 28, Glens Falls Restaurants and Businesses will be participating in a friendly competition to find out who has the best wings in the region. From 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., visitors can put their taste buds to work by jumping from restaurant to restaurant to judge their favorites.

All tasters at the Wing Fest have to try from 6 or more different restaurants in order to vote for a winner. When the clock strikes 3:30 p.m., the event will hold a ceremony for two awards to be given away: People’s Choice Award and Judge’s Choice award. This year, there are 24 competing restaurants. Bullpen Tavern and 190 Grille have the titles from last year – will they keep them? Other fan favorites participating this year will include The Chicken Shack, Dizzy Chicken Wood Fried Rotisserie, Davidson’s Brothers and more. Lake George Premium Brand will be suppling water for those who have a taste for hot wings!

The event will also feature live music by The Sound Factory in City Park’s bandstand as well as entertainment on the street from The Lounge Lizards and Phil Camp. Tasting tickets for the event are $1 per ticket, although the number of tickets needed to taste vary by restaurant. This year, the event will also have t-shirts featuring Henrietta, the chicken depicted on the winner’s trophy. The shirts come free with a $20 donation to the Arts Trail, a new downtown project in Glens Falls. Donations can be made at Samantha’s Café at 193 Glen Street downtown. Guests who buy a shirt before the day of the event will receive 10 free tickets to be used for wings at the festival.

Take Amtrak to Glens Falls Wing Fest

Experience these performances via Amtrak to Fort Edward-Glens Falls Station—Don’t forget to use the New York By Rail 15% discount!

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