WORDS & IDEAS
Between the Covers Romance Author Event and Chocolate Tasting,
Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry St. Saratoga Springs. 6 p.m. Monday. Free. 518-584-7860 or sspl.org. Come meet romance writers Kari Cole, Ginny Frost, Jean C. Gordon and Minita Sanghvi, and sample sweet treats. Books will be available for purchase and signing.
Phil Caruso, New York State Writers Institute, Hearst Media Center, 645 Albany Shaker Road, Loudonville. 7 p.m. Thursday. Free. 518-442-5620 or nyswritersinstitute.org. The veteran film and TV set still photographer displays his work and discusses his career with Writers Institute Director Paul Grondahl. Caruso’s photos include ones from “The Age of Innocence,” “Casino,” “Forrest Gump” and the current HBO series, “The White House Plumbers,” filmed in Albany.
A Civil War Presentation of Albany Rural Cemetery, 3 Cemetery Ave., Albany. 10 a.m. Sunday. $5-$10. 518465-0876 or historic-albany.org. The Historic Albany Foundation presents a pictorial presentation and virtual tour hosted in partnership with Albany Rural Cemetery, by Mark Bodnar.
Dr. Fayne Frey, Caldwell-lake George Library, 336 Canada St., Lake George. 6:30 p.m. Wednesday. Free. 518-668-2528 or lakegeorgelibrary.sals.edu. The dermatologist and author of “The Skincare Hoax” explores the “essential” product categories that are entirely unnecessary, exposes how many well-known skincare ingredients have no scientific basis, and recommends truly effective skincare products and regimens that are easy and affordable.
“The Future Is (Still) Human,” GE Theatre, Proctors, 432 State St., Schenectady. 1 p.m. Wednesday. $33. 518-346-6204 or proctors.org. AI, chat bots and robots get smarter every day. Enjoy a thought-provoking and eye-opening journey featuring knowledgeable experts and speakers to explore what, if anything, we can do as individuals and society to make sure humans remain on top in the future. “History Erased: Rediscovering Black Schenectady,” Schenectady County Public Library, 99 Clinton St., Schenectady. 6 p.m. Tuesday. Free. 518-388-4500 or scpl.org. A talk about the current history exhibit and installation of the same name.
Marika Mccoola, Adirondack Pottery, 71 Lawrence St., Glens Falls. 5 p.m. Sunday. Free. 518-338-3227. A book signing and ceramic class with the author of “Slip” and “Baba Yaga’s Assistant.”
Libby Rose, Market Block Books, 290 River St., Troy. Noon Saturday. Free. 518-328-0045 or bhny.com. The author and illustrator signs and discusses her book, “The Cowbatross and Other Very Real Creatures.” “Shopportunist: ‘Cents-ible’ Ways to Spend Less and Save More,” Schenectady County Public Library, 99 Clinton St., Schenectady. 6:30 p.m. Wednesday. Free. 518-388-4500 or scpl.org. Free. Tips and advice from Times Union columnist Shannon Fromma.
Jeffrey Stubits , Caffe Lena, 47 Phila St., Saratoga Springs. 6:30 p.m. Wednesday. Free-$5. 518-583-0022 or caffelena.org. This month’s featured poet reads from his first published collection, “Lillies for Olivia.” Poetry open mic hosted by Carol Graser. Wharton on Wednesdays, The Mount, 2 Plunkett St., Lenox, Mass. 5:30 p.m. Wednesday. $10-$15. 413551-5111 or edithwharton.org. Quintessential Edith Wharton short stories brought to life monthly by local actors. This month: "The Reckoning," read by Mae Hedges Boyce.
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