From framed prints featuring the iconic Nipper to mugs with notable landmarks from Capital Region cities, many individuals have seen the work of Paul Martin. Paul’s company, known simply as PhD Design, has gift products that can be found at various locations, from Lark Street Mercantile in Albany to Jay St. Collective in Schenectady.
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Everyone deserves a chance to not only look good but also feel empowered at the same time. That is the belief behind the brand TuffSmart Apparel. The brand’s founder was born in Haiti, relocated to Rockland County at age 10 with his mother and grandmother, and then to Troy, NY in 2005. The transition was not always smooth, including a time of being homeless, but valuable lessons were learned that helped shape this individual into who he is today. Meet Macwood Jean-Marie.
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Live music adds vibrancy to communities, engages the brain, and strengthens the sense of belonging and connection with others. From Capital Pride in Albany to Freedom Park in Scotia, Grand Central Station will be playing at a lot of free events this summer. Meet the band.
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Olivia Frempong helped to start the Albany chapter of Black Girls Run. The nationwide organization was created in an effort to tackle the growing obesity epidemic in the African-American community and provide encouragement and resources to both new and veteran runners.
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Local, handmade home decor, art, fashion, food, and gifts, it is great to shop local. There are many wonderful makers in the area, and stores like Lark Street Mercantile are the homes for some of these local artists. Meet maker and business owner, Tamara White.
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From events like the CDPHP Workforce Team Challenge to the Helderberg to Hudson Half Marathon, there always seems to be road races happening. They are great community events that bring people together. But did you ever wonder who makes sure that the race starts on time, the roads are blocked off, the results are accurate, and the prizes are given? Meet Josh Merlis.
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From serving as Acting President of the Friends and Foundation of the Albany Public Library to being an area business owner, DTrae Carter is involved in the Albany community… although usually he is behind the scenes and behind the camera.
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From playing a game of giant chess in the fun zone at Lark Fest to bringing kids to the community-based Love Albany Easter Egg Hunt, Serve Albany is extremely involved in the Capital Region. Many of the ideas for these free community events, as well as the organization of the volunteers, is led by Christ’s Church Albany Lead Pastor, Jonathan Hentrich.
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In this CivMixer Spotlight we meet Tatiana Gjergji who founded Noteworthy Resources, a non-profit that provides a variety of educational workshops, empowerment meet-ups, skateboarding programs, and other support services to other humans throughout the Capital District here in New York.
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