The Origins of Wreathmaking
Whether you live in a senior apartment or a four-bedroom house, a wreath is a must when it comes to Christmas decorating, but why is that?
3 Traditional Hanukkah Dishes to Try
Schenectady is home to a rich Jewish culture dating all the way back to the mid nineteenth century, when Jewish immigrants from Germany and Austria began settling in Schenectady, Albany and Troy.
How Turkey Trots Became One of the Most Popular Thanksgiving Traditions
There’s nothing quite like that first bite of stuffing, sweet potatoes, turkey, or cranberry sauce on Thanksgiving.
The Capital Region: Birthplace of the First Official Thanksgiving
We know what you’re thinking: Didn’t Thanksgiving originate way back in 1621 when the pilgrims and the Native Americans broke bread to celebrate the year’s bountiful harvest?
Jigsaw Puzzles: The 300-year-old Pastime that’s as Popular as Ever
Last year, when many of us were asked to work from home, to cancel or avoid traveling and to not gather in any kinds of groups, all due to the pandemic, there were a few industries that actually experienced a boom in business.