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Stuyvesant Plaza, the Capital Region’s premier open-air shopping and dining destination, announces the upcoming arrival of FP Movement. The retailer features a curated selection of performance-ready activewear, practice-perfect styles and beyond-the-gym staples for women. FP Movement will open its doors later this year on the south side of property, near the United States Postal Service and soon to be 5th Corner Goods & Gifts location.
This announcement directly follows the news about Anthropologie making its Capital Region debut at Stuyvesant Plaza in 2025. The highly acclaimed brand will be located on the Plaza’s north side, between Peaches Café and Talbots. “By welcoming FP Movement and Anthropologie, Stuyvesant Plaza continues to lead the way in bringing first-to-market brands to the region, enhancing our vibrant community of retailers,” said Stuyvesant Plaza General Manager Rachel Ferluge.
“Stuyvesant Plaza is thrilled to host the area debut of these specialty apparel shops to complement our curated roster of beloved local and national retailers and restaurants.” Applications open for Empire State Arts Scholarship Program The New York State Education Department today announced that applications are now open for the 2025 Empire State Arts Scholarship Program, providing need-based financial assistance for middle and high school students across New York State to participate in after-school and summer arts programs. Scholarships will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis until funding is fully allocated.
In a significant expansion, the 2025 program will shift from a summer-only scholarship to a year-round model, offering consistent funding opportunities throughout both the academic year and summer months. This transition reflects New York State’s ongoing commitment to equity, accessibility, and the development of young artistic talent, ensuring that financial barriers do not prevent students from exploring their creative potential. With this enhanced structure, more students from diverse backgrounds will have sustained access to transformative arts education experiences, fostering creativity, personal growth, and academic enrichment.
To apply, students must meet the following criteria: Currently in grades 5-12, family household Adjusted Gross Income under $91,000/year, be a New York State resident, and plan to attend a New York State-based arts program. Agriculture department reminds dairy farmers to apply for grant The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets today reminded dairy farmers and cooperatives to apply for the Dairy Modernization Grant Program. Over $21 million is available through the program to help New York’s dairy farmers and agricultural marketing cooperatives expand on-farm milk storage capacity and support projects that will improve the transportation and storage of milk.
Applications opened on November 1, 2024, and will be accepted through 3 p.m. on February 14, 2025.
First announced in Governor Hochul’s 2024 State of the State address, this grant program was created to provide unprecedented support to New York’s dairy farmers and improve dairy supply chain efficiency. Awarded projects ranging from $50,000 to $250,000 will help offset costs of critical technology and infrastructure that will improve storage solutions and avoid the need for raw milk dumping during emergency events. The Dairy Modernization Grant program is being administered by the Farm and Food Growth Fund.
Funding will be awarded to eligible applicants for projects that seek to expand on-farm milk storage capacity; improve efficiencies; invest in milk transfer systems and cooling technologies; and more. Examples of eligible projects include the purchase/installation of milk storage tanks, including bulk tanks and milk silos; milk tankers for transport; milk pipelines; upgraded glycol chillers; farm milk loading systems; and more. Full details regarding project eligibility and directions to submit applications can be found at ffgrowthfund.
org/dairymodernization . In addition, a new Frequently Asked Questions document is also available here: ffgrowthfund.org/_files/ugd/bf84f0_5914119d38e0487692750351ef125b25.
pdf Adirondack Land Trust, Birdability partner for event A third of American adults enjoy birding. But how many more could experience the joy of connecting with wildlife if birdwatching became safe and welcoming for more people? Cat Fribley and Virginia Rose of Birdability will share their stories at the free virtual event “Birdability: Enhancing Access to Birding & Nature” hosted by the Adirondack Land Trust on Tuesday, January 28, from 7 to 8 p.m.
EST. Birdability (birdability.org) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing access and inclusivity for birdwatchers with disabilities and other health challenges.
On January 28, Birdability Executive Director Cat Fribley and founder Virginia Rose will discuss the Birdability Map, a crowdsourced guide to accessible birding locations around the world, and share practical insights on how to remove barriers that prevent people from birding. Sign up for this free virtual event online at adirondacklandtrust.org/event/birdability/ .
“The Adirondacks offer unique birding experiences, but mountainous habitats can be challenging for anyone to navigate safely,” said Adirondack Land Trust Stewardship Manager Derek Rogers. “I’m excited to hear more about Cat and Virginia’s adventures in birding and what the Adirondack Land Trust can do to make our preserves welcoming and safe destinations worthy of the Birdability Map.” — From press releases.
