Life is More Fun if you Play Games!
The human race has been playing games since 300 B.C. They teach children social and cognitive skills, and the fun that comes with playing can improve the mental health of adults. They can even make you more productive! So what are you waiting for? Gather the fam or figure out a way to socially distance with friends, and play some games!
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We just discovered this on
YouTube,
and it's so, so good! Stay with one whole episode and we promise you'll be hooked. If you enjoy British humor (or humour), this show is for you! Season four of
Taskmaster
stars
Noel Fielding
and
Mel Giedroyc,
who many Americans know from various seasons of the
Great British Bake Off.
Check out their
YouTube Channel here.
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Name that (video game) tune!
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The most recognizable to us was the
Pac-Man theme
, but he also plays the
Legend of Zelda
,
Sonic the Hedgehog,
Street Fighter II
, and a few more. How many do you know? How many can your children or grandchildren identify?
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TableTop Videos
was conceived by
Wil Wheaton
and
Felicia Day.
They film people playing new games and explain the rules to those watching.
Sheriff of Nottingham
is great for ages 14 and up, and you need two to five people to play. This is a bluffing game and if you are good at deception you will do well!
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Fill the void by watching this exhilarating marble race!
The high production values of
Jelle's Marble Runs' Marbula E
series make it thrilling to watch, and the commentary from professional announcers
Greg Woods
and
Jack Nicholls
add to the experience.
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TSBMH & WEXT present the Drive-in Concert Series
Tuesday, July 21, 8 PM at the Jericho Drive-in
Unlock the door, buckle up, and enjoy the ride with the the Capital Region's most authentic Grateful Dead tribute band. After the concert, please stay for a screening of a movie, TBA!
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This teacher's COVID-19 song makes these morning hosts cry with laughter. This is ukulele playing done right!
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The Evolution of 80's Reverb
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Learn how a very long haired
Peter Gabriel
kicked off an evolution that influenced all of 80's music, from
Phil Collins, Prince, Kate Bush, John Cougar-Mellencamp, Duran Duran
, and so much more!
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We all know parrots are smart, but can they solve puzzles? This Australian
Sulphur-crested cockatoo
is presented with a puzzle made using 3D printing and laser cutting. Will he solve it? Watch and see!
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We know this is hard, and if you need someone to listen, NYS has set up a
Covid Emotional Support Helpline
- call 1-844-863-9314,
available 8 AM - 10 PM, seven days a week.
Please share with us any links or videos that have made you laugh, entertained you, or provided a distraction.
Please email them to
karen@troymusichall.org
and we may use them in
future volumes of The Beat. Thank you.
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This year is our 145th Anniversary.
We are proud of our history and our service to the community. The current crisis has had a significant impact on us, but we look forward to opening our doors and welcoming you back! The music will soar again, but only if we stay strong, stay connected, and stay together. Your generosity and support are greatly appreciated,
please click here to donate.
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Troy Savings Bank Music Hall
30 Second Street, Troy NY
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