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Saturday, Aug. 27

BAG SALE: Pine Grove United Methodist Church, 1580 Central Ave., Colonie, will hold a ‘Bag Sale’ in their Thrift Shop on Saturday, Aug. 27, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Purchase a bag for $2 (or a larger bag for $5) and fill it with gently used clothes. For details go to www. pinegroveunitedmethodist.org. BRUNSWICK PUBLIC LIBRARY: Summer Reading Program finale, 1 p.m. Say goodbye to summer with the Shire of Anglespur. Join the Brunswick Library for free ice cream as we conclude or SRP with fencers, heavy armored fighters, story tellers, dancers, live chess games and prizes. 4118 State Highway 2, Troy. CAPITAL DISTRICT GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY: The Capital District Genealogical Society invites you to a presentation by Pamela Vittorio, “Breaking Ground/Busting Walls.” This is a workshop/ presentation on how to us the “FAN” (Friends-Associates Neighbors) and alternative resources to get to the next stage in your family history research. Pamela Vittorio demos strategies and tips for using major websites but also introduces some less familiar Internet resources to help you break ground on a new line of inquiry or break through a brick wall. 1 p.m., Colonie Town Library, 629 Albany-Shaker Road, Loudonville. The meetings are free and open to the public. Visit www.capitaldistrictgenealogicalsociety.org for more information. CHICKEN BBQ: The Pawling Avenue United Methodist Church, 520 Pawling Ave, Troy, will be serving a chicken barbecue on Saturday, August 27, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Cos of the barbecue is $10 for adults; $5 for children 5-12 years old and children 4 and under eat for free. Menu is one half chicken; baked potato, cole slaw, baked beans, dinner roll, brownies for dessert and a bottle of water. Plan now to pick up your dinner on the front lawn on August 27. Seating will be available in Fellowship Hall for those who wish to dine in. For reservations and information, call the church office at 273-6859. CORNER SHOPPE SALE: The Corner Shoppe at Cornerstone Church, 570 3rd Ave., N Troy is having its annual Summer Blowout/Bag Sale with a huge inventory available. Check out our large selection of back to school clothes. Additional select items are 1⁄2 price -toys, furniture, household and more. Check out www. cornerstoneccl.org to print a $5 clothing coupon & receive a free back to school item. Use coupon during regular hours: Thursday or Saturday 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., August 25 through September 3. HIGH & MIGHTY VOLUNTEER TRAINING: Learn to assist people with special needs through equine assisted activities. High and Mighty Therapeutic Riding and Driving Center would love to serve more of these very special children and adults, but we need additional volunteers. Horse experience is great but not a requirement. The next training session is August 27 from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Only one training is needed. Please wear sturdy shoes and be prepared to be outdoors. High and Mighty is located at 71 CR 21C Ghent. For more information call Laura Corsun at 672-4202 or email at info@ high-n-mighty.org. K OF C CRAFT FAIR: Craft Fair to be held at the Latham Colonie Knights of Columbus Council Hall, 328 Troy Schenectady Road, rain or shine, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.Food will be available for purchase. Represented vendor products include: jewelry , crochet items, Tupperware, Zap Cloths, garden art, paintings, stamping paper crafts, quilts, crystal, beads, gemstones plus many more. For more information visit http://www.lathamcoloniekofc.com/. LOBSTER/STEAK BAKE: Van Rensselaer Star Chapter #256, Order of the Eastern Star and Van Rensselaer Lodge #87, F&AM, in East Greenbush are holding their annual Lobster or Steak Bake on Saturday, August 27, from 4 to 6 p.m. You may eat in or take out. The cost is $25 and reservations with money are required and binding. The menu includes: lobster or steak, baked potato, corn-on-the-cob, coleslaw, dessert and beverage. Reservations may be placed by calling Barbara at 477-4919 or Nancy at 477-7101. Deadline for reservations is August 23. Take-out orders can be picked up at the Masonic Temple, 710 Columbia Turnpike, East Greenbush after 4 p.m. on Saturday, August 27. THACHER NATURE CENTER: Campfire Storytelling, 6 p.m. Gather round a crackling fire to hear stories from storyteller Claire Nolan. Claire shares a fun, entertaining mixture of fairytales, legends and personal stories that have wide appeal for all ages. Bring a camp chair or blanket if you wish. S’mores fixins will be available. Materials fee of $1 per person. Please call 8720800 to register. UKRAINIAN FESTIVAL: Celebrating the 25th anniversary of Ukraine’s independence, a dazzling festival of Ukrainian folk music, dance, food, arts and crafts will excite your senses with an array of wonderful colors, sounds and flavors. 2 to 8 p.m., Fifth Avenue and 25th Street, Watervliet. For more information visit http://ukrschoolalbany.wix.com/ukrfestival and the festival’s Facebook page, www.facebook.com/Ukrainianfestivalalbany. WATER FUN DAY: Water Fun Day at St. Luke’s on the Hill, Saturday, August 27, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Slip ‘N Slide, etc. Bring water toys. Rides provided-call 664-4834. Lunch provided. Fire truck, magician. Free event. All welcome. 40 McBride Road, Halfmoon, (next to soccer fields), (use Mechanicville 12118 for GPS). For more information visit stlukesonthehill.org or email stlukesonthehill@biznycap.rr.com.

Sunday, Aug. 28

ANNIVERSARY SERVICE: Oak Grove Missionary Baptist Church, Troy, will be celebrating the 35th Pastoral Anniversary with Pastor Rev. Jackie Robinson, Sr., on Sunday August 28 at 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. The entire community is invited to join in honoring the Founder of this great church. Rev. Robinson established Oak Grove on an act of Faith and has served this community for more than three decades. Come and be a part of history. If you would like to attend please feel free. 514 7th Avenue, Troy. DANCING WITH EVIE: Join Evie and friends for “Falling Into Autumn,” an afternoon of social dancing. Good music, great friends, light snacks, and a beautiful floor. 2:30 to 5 p.m., Rudy’s Ballroom, 2095 State Route 295, Canaan. Cost $10. For more information call (413) 446-5505 or email roses2evie@aol.com. SUMMER STROLL: Join the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation for the final Summer Stroll of the season on Sunday, August 28, at 10:30 a.m. “Saratoga’s Historic West Side,” led by Susan Brooks, will lead guests through the restored historic West Side, also known as Little Dublin. Learn about Saratoga’s Irish and Italian immigrants who helped shape the history of this

this unique district. This tour is sponsored by NBT Bank. All Sunday morning tours start at 10:30 AM and last approximately 90 minutes. The cost per tour is $5 for SSPF members and $8 for non-members. Reservations are encouraged, but not necessary. For more information or to make a reservation, please call the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation at 5875030, visit www.saratogapreservation.org or email Nicole Babie, Membership & Programs Coordinator, at nbabie@saratogapreservation.org. YADDO GARDEN TOURS: Tours of the Garden only include sharing the history of the Trask Family, the Mansion and history of the Yaddo gardens. The aura, spirituality and creative energy that permeates Yaddo is discussed. Docent-led tours begin at 11 a.m. at the main fountain near the entrance gate to the garden, and last about one hour. The cost is $10 per person. Special guided docent-led tours of the Yaddo gardens can be arranged at a date and time convenient for the group. Contact Yaddo at 584-0746 or www.Yaddo. org for more information. Monday, Aug. 29 BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Birds of Prey, 2 p.m.See live owls, ravens, and falcons up close as you hear more about them from Joyce Perry from Whispering Willow Wild Care. For kids and families. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. MODINE INNOVATION TOUR: Modine Manufacturing Company (NYSE: MOD), a leader in technology in the HVAC industry, is going to be in Saratoga Springs on August 29 at the Saratoga Casino Hotel, from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., for their latest stop in the Modine Innovation Tour 2016. The Modine Innovation Tour 2016 showcases the latest products and educational courses in the HVAC industry, including solutions in residential geothermal and rooftop HVAC, plus ultra-efficient unit heaters and some of the quietest classroom HVAC products on the market. In addition to the product showcase, continuing education will be provided at the event for NATE/CEU credits. The event takes place at the Saratoga Casino Hotel, located at 342 Jefferson Street, Saratoga Springs. To see the complete agenda and register for the August 29 event, visit http://www. modineinnovationtour.com/ tour-detail/ny/albany.

SUNY POLY CMOST: Animal Spotlight, noon. Did you know that SUNY Poly CMOST is home to nearly 100 different kinds of animals? Discover Operation W.I.L.D. and participate in activities to learn more about our interesting inhabitants. No pre-registration is required, activity included with museum admission. TROY SENIOR CENTER: On the last Monday of each month a hairdresser visits the Troy Senior Center at 19 Third Street to give hair cuts and manicures. To make reservations for August 29, please call the Senior Center at 270-5348. Tuesday, Aug. 30 SUNY POLY CMOST: MiniMake: LED Monsters, 10 a.m.Making changes in the way they teach science and engage children to participate with it, CMOST invites children to be the inventors, blows the doors open on the “science lab,” and taps into their creativity and science capability. Pre-registration is required for each class with a maximum of 20 participants. Materials fee of $5 per child. Ages 6+. 250 Jordan Road, Troy. TEA & TALK: Author and screenwriter David Jaher will unveil the epic 1924 story of mystery and rivalry based on his new book “The Witch of Lime Street: Séance, Seduction and Houdini in the Spirit World” at Ventfort Hall Mansion and Gilded Age Museum, 104 Walker Street in Lenox MA. Jaher will make his presentation on Tuesday, August 30 at 4 p.m. followed by a Victorian tea. Tickets for the Tea & Talk are $24 for advance reservations and $29 day of the event. Reservations are highly recommended as seating is limited. For information or reservations call Ventfort Hall at (413) 637-3206 or visit info@ gildedage.org. YADDO GARDEN TOURS: Tours of the Garden only include sharing the history of the Trask Family, the Mansion and history of the Yaddo gardens. The aura, spirituality and creative energy that permeates Yaddo is discussed. Docent-led tours begin at 11 a.m. at the main fountain near the entrance gate to the garden, and last about one hour. The cost is $10 per person. Special guided docent-led tours of the Yaddo gardens can be arranged at a date and time convenient for the group. Contact Yaddo at 584-0746 or www.Yaddo.org for more information.

Wednesday, Aug. 31 CAPITOL PARK AFTER DARK: Movie, “The Wizard of Oz” (1939), 8 p.m. Although “there’s no place like home,” it will be worth the visit to West Capitol Park to view this magical, colorful, unique fantasy that has melted hearts for more than seven decades with its indelible melodies and timeless themes. West Capitol Park, Albany. For more information visit https://summer.empirestateplaza.org/eventdisplay/306. SUNY POLY CMOST: Science Story Time, 10:15 a.m. “Engineering Investigation” is our August story time theme. During this time, join one of our Museum Educators for this science-based story time that includes a project-based activity. No pre-registration required, activity included with museum admission. Ages 2 - 6. 250 Jordan Road, Troy.

Thursday, Sept. 1

CORNER SHOPPE SALE: The Corner Shoppe at Cornerstone Church, 570 3rd Ave., N Troy is having its annual Summer Blowout/ Bag Sale with a huge inventory available. Check out our large selection of back to school clothes. Additional select items are 1⁄2 price -toys, furniture, household and more. Check out www. cornerstoneccl.org to print a $5 clothing coupon & receive a free back to school item. Use coupon during regular hours: Thursday or Saturday 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., August 25 through September 3.

PARK & PLAY MOVIE NIGHT: Samaritan and St. Mary’s hospitals, members of St. Peter’s Health Partners (SPHP) will host a “Park & Play Movie Night” for the community featuring “Shark Tale,” Thursday, September 1, with activities at 5:30 p.m., followed by the movie at 7:30 p.m., at the Samaritan Hospital employee parking lot, corner of 17th and Eagle streets, Troy. The movie will be preceded by a meet and greet with local firefighters, police, and emergency medical personnel. The public will be able to tour a fire truck, police car, ambulance, and medevac helicopter. Food and nonalcoholic beverages will be available for purchase from some of Troy’s favorite restaurants. The event is free of charge and open to all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Blankets and chairs are welcomed. Alcoholic beverages are not permitted. Space is limited and available on a first come basis. For more information, please call Katlyn at 2713367. SUNY POLY CMOST: Sensory Play: Shape Explorers, 10 a.m. Help your child improve motor skills and increase his or her understanding of how the world works. Join SUNY Poly CMOST in the GE Junior Discovery room for a hands-on sensory science activity. No pre-registration required, activity included with museum admission. Ages 2 - 6. 250 Jordan Road, Troy.

Friday, Sept. 2

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Summer Cinema, “Shaun the Sheep Movie,” 2:30 p.m. Bring a blanket or pillow; the library will provide the popcorn. For children and families. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. SUNY POLY CMOST: Science on the Sidewalk: The Earth and All Its Layers, 3 p.m. Join SUNY Poly CMOST staff for an informal science program on our sidewalk. A Museum Educator will introduce the topic of the day and provide some hands-on experiments for visitors to explore. 250 Jordan Road, Troy.

Saturday, Sept. 3

CORNER SHOPPE SALE: The Corner Shoppe at Cornerstone Church, 570

3rd Ave., N Troy is having its annual Summer Blowout/ Bag Sale with a huge inventory available. Check out our large selection of back to school clothes. Additional select items are 1⁄2 price -toys, furniture, household and more. Check out www. cornerstoneccl.org to print a $5 clothing coupon & receive a free back to school item. Use coupon during regular hours: Thursday or Saturday 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., August 25 through September 3. MARKET CAR SHOW: South Troy Timing Association in cooperation with the Little Italy Quality of Life Committee presents the 2nd Annual Cruise-in at the Market Car Show, corner of Liberty and Hill Streets, Troy, Saturday Sept 3, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Music, food, and 50⁄50 raffle. $5 donation to benefit American Cancer Leukemia Society gets you a dash plaque. If it’s a hot-rod to you its a hot-rod to us. All welcome. Bring a friend. THACHER NATURE CENTER: Wildlife Presentation, 10 a.m. Meet some wild neighbors up close and personal and learn about where and how they live. Wildlife rehabilitator Kelly Martin will introduce some of the birds of prey and other animals in her care. Learn what to do if you find an abandoned or injured animal and how to help prevent wildlife emergencies. Call 872-0800 for more information. YADDO GARDEN TOURS: Tours of the Garden only include sharing the history of the Trask Family, the Mansion and history of the Yaddo gardens. The aura, spirituality and creative energy that permeates Yaddo is discussed. Docent-led tours begin at 11 a.m. at the main fountain near the entrance gate to the garden, and last about one hour. The cost is $10 per person. Special guided docent-led tours of the Yaddo gardens can be arranged at a date and time convenient for the group. Contact Yaddo at 584-0746 or www.Yaddo.org for more information. YARD SALE: The Melrose Methodist Church, 20 Church Street, Melrose, will be holding a yard sale on September 3 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. All types of household goods, books and many other things; you have to come to see. Plus a great bake sale. Great deals.

Monday, Sept. 5

LABOR DAY PICNIC: Celebrate the holiday with new and old friends. Games include softball, basketball, tennis, bocce, pinochle, board games, planned activities and an exercise trail. A DJ will share his musical selections for dancing until dusk. Bring beverages, meat to grill or dish to share, plates and utensils. Bethlehem Town Park, Elm Avenue, Delmar, starting at 11:30 a.m. Food starts at 1 p.m. $3 members, $5 non-members. No pets allowed. Free parking. All are welcome For further information call 4526883. Sponsored by Singles Outreach.

Tuesday, Sept. 6

GREENWICH GARDEN CLUB: After this wacky winter and soaking sizzling summer, how do your trees look? Are they still “lovely”? Please join the Greenwich Garden Club on Tuesday, September 6, at the East Greenbush Library at 7:15 p.m. for a special presentation on trees by Clarence Fountain, Certified Arborist and Schenectady County Master Gardener. He will explain how to identify the different varieties, how to care for them and the proper pruning technique, while providing an update on the diseases and pests currently affecting the trees in our area. If you have a particular problem, a question and answer period will be available at the end of the program.

The club’s meetings are free and open the public. Good company and tasty snacks are always available. For further information please contact greenbushgardener@gmail.com.

Wednesday, Sept. 7

PITTSTOWN SENIORS: On September 7 seniors and guests will be going to their noon meal at Prospectors Restaurant in Schaghticoke. (From troy- Oakwood Avenue to State Rte. 40 N in Schaghticoke ( 12.9 miles)-1544 State Route 40. Telephone 753-2085 for more information. Each member will be giving $15 towards their meal.

Thursday, Sept. 8

AARP DEFENSIVE DRIVING: Rensselaer County’s Everett Wagar Senior Center, 2 Roxborough Road, Grafton will be holding an AARP Safe Driving Course, Thursday, September 8, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., with a break at noon for lunch, available at center for a suggested donation of $3.00. Save up to 10 percent on your car insurance. The cost will be $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members. Please call Penny at 279-3413, or stop at the center for reservations. Spaces are limited. NEW OVERTIME RULES: An informative session on how your business could be affected by the new overtime rule from the Department of Labor will be held on Thursday, September 8, at The Century House, 997 New Loudon Rd., Route 9, Latham. Light refreshments and registration at 7:30 a.m. will be followed by the program and Q&A session starting at 8 a.m. This event is open to members and future members. There is no cost to attend but RSVPs are required. RSVP by emailing gpolce@renscochamber.com or calling directly at 6871238. Presented by Frank Kerbein, Director, Center for Human Resources with The Business Council of New York State.

Saturday, Sept. 10

BLUESFEST 2016: Prospectors Restaurant, in conjunction with promoter Art Paulsen, will host Bluefest 2016 on Saturday, Sept. 10, beginning at noon. Bluesfest 2016 will feature a 50⁄50 and raffle to benefit the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society, with more than 25 great prizes to be raffled off. The day will feature some of the Capital Region’s most popular blues acts. The doors open at noon; bands begin at 1 p.m. Admission is $20 per person, $30 per couple. Prospectors Restaurant is located at 1544 NY Rte. 40, Schaghticoke. FALL HORSE SHOW: High and Mighty Therapeutic Riding and Driving Center’s mission is to provide equine-assisted activities to people with special needs with the goal of enhancing their physical, emotional and spiritual well being. Come and cheer on their wonderful participants and horses, as they present their skills on Sunday, September 10, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 71 CR21C Ghent. For more information call 672-4202 or email info@high-n-mighty.org. JIMMY MARGO JR. BENEFIT: A family-friendly event on Saturday, September 10, from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Italian Community Center, 1450 Fifth Avenue, Troy. Admission is $30 per person, with kids under 12 free. Activities include a face painter, caricature/cartoonists and boncy bounces, 50⁄50, raffles, music. “PreSale” tickets will be sold until September 1; contact Lynda at 275-7826, Gail at 269-0512 or Gina at 286-3497. If you are unable to attend but would like to donate, please make checks payable to “cash” and mail to Laura McNamara, 17 Donegal Avenue, Troy NY 12180 or

Amy Teta, 17 Desson Avenue, Troy NY 12180. MARKET BLOCK BOOKS: Market Block Books welcomes author Mike Ross for a discussion and signing of his book “Small Engine Repair,” a collection of poems inspired by memories and everyday events, combining concrete details with imaginative perspectives. Mike Ross worked as a public relations writer in Troy and Albany for 30 years. He retired in 2006, and he and his wife, Fran, now live in Asheville, North Carolina. He teaches a course in poetry at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at UNC Asheville. Small Engine Repair is his first book of poems. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., 290 River Street, Troy. THACHER NATURE CENTER: Hawk Migration Watch, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thacher Park Overlook is a great place to watch for hawks flying south during their fall migration. Hawk Watch leader Will Aubrey will be on hand to answer questions, provide background material, compile statistics, and assist with hawk identification. Come see live raptors and learn about wildlife rehabilitation. Refreshments will be available at the Overlook concession stand. On Sunday, September 11, raptor viewing and counting continues with Will Aubrey. Please call 872-0800 for additional information.

Sunday, Sept. 11

TUG BOAT CHUG: The Town of Waterford will host a 5k running and walking race, The Tug Boat Chug, on Sunday September 11, at 10 a.m. This race will coincide with the very popular Tugboat Round Up waterfront festival taking place September 9 -11, and is also part of a series of events throughout the year celebrating the Town of Waterford’s Bicentennial. The race will begin and end at Erie Canal Lock 2 Park on 5th Avenue in the Village of Waterford. Runners will loop through the village and historic Peebles Island State Park. The fee for entry is $25 until September 10 and will increase to $30 on race day. Race t-shirts are guaranteed to all runners and walkers registered by noon on September 1. For more information and/ or to register as a runner, walker, or volunteer please visit https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/Waterford/TugboatChug5K.

Upcoming

DAYTIME 55+ BOWLING LEAGUE: The Wednesday Senior Bowling League at the East Greenbush Bowling Center is a fun, no-pressure league for men and women, 55 and older. Beginners and snowbirds are welcome. League bowling begins on September 7 at 12:30 p.m. but new members can join anytime. Call 674-0013 for more information. TUG BOAT CHUG: The Town of Waterford will host a 5k running and walking race, The Tug Boat Chug, on Sunday September 11, at 10 a.m. This race will coincide with the very popular Tugboat Round Up waterfront festival taking place September 9 -11, and is also part of a series of events throughout the year celebrating the Town of Waterford’s Bicentennial. The race will begin and end at Erie Canal Lock 2 Park on 5th Avenue in the Village of Waterford. Runners will loop through the village and historic Peebles Island State Park. The fee for entry is $25 until September 10 and will increase to $30 on race day. Race t-shirts are guaranteed to all runners and walkers registered by noon on September 1. For more information and/ or to register as a runner, walker, or volunteer please

visit https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/Waterford/TugboatChug5K. JIMMY MARGO JR. BENEFIT: A family-friendly event on Saturday, September 10, from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Italian Community Center, 1450 Fifth Avenue, Troy. Admission is $30 per person, with kids under 12 free. Activities include a face painter, caricature/cartoonists and boncy bounces, 50⁄50, raffles, music. “PreSale” tickets will be sold until September 1; contact Lynda at 275-7826, Gail at 269-0512 or Gina at 2863497. If you would like to donate a raffle item or food, contact Nora at 527-1705 or Kathy at 209-5615. If you are unable to attend but would like to donate, please make checks payable to “cash” and mail to Laura McNamara, 17 Donegal Avenue, Troy NY 12180 or Amy Teta, 17 Desson Avenue, Troy NY 12180. CORNER SHOPPE SALE: The Corner Shoppe at Cornerstone Church, 570 3rd Ave., N Troy is having its annual Summer Blowout/ Bag Sale with a huge inventory available. Check out our large selection of back to school clothes. Additional select items are 1⁄2 price -toys, furniture, household and more. Check out www. cornerstoneccl.org to print a $5 clothing coupon & receive a free back to school item. Use coupon during regular hours: Thursday or Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., August 25 through September 3.

SINGERS WANTED: Capital Community Voices Inc., an SATB volunteer, non-audition choral group, is seeking singers in all voice parts for its December concert, “All is Calm, All is Bright - Celebrating the Christmas Truce of 1914.” Rehearsals are Tuesdays at 7 pm in East Greenbush beginning September 13. Call 370-5434 for more information. HIGHLIGHT ACTING TROUPE: Come see “Drinking Habits” and laugh until your sides hurt at the crazy schemes happening at the Sisters of Perpetual Sewing convent. There you will meet a Mother Superior convincing clergy to spy on spies, a Father who is a terrible magician and find out how two nuns have been secretly making wine to keep the convent’s doors open, but Paul and Sally, reporters and former fiancées go undercover as a nun and priest to catch the nuns in the act. Presented by The Highlight Acting Troupe. September 16-18 23-25. For reservations call 237–6936. VINCENTIAN INSTITUTE CLASS OF 1966: 50th Reunion, October 7 - Meet and Greet at Martel’s at Capital Hills Golf Course on October 8. Dinner/Dance at Shaker Ridge Country Club. If you did not receive your invitation, contact Vincentian.66@ comcast.net. Also, join the Facebook Group “VI Class of 66 – 50th Reunion”. PITTSTOWN SENIORS TRIPS: December 9-11: Capital Christmas in Washington D.C. $925. per person. June 8-16, 2017: 9-day trip to Branson, Missouri. Shows, meals, bus driver, and maid gratuities are included for $925. per person. For more information or reservations, call Sylvia at 478-3338. Please leave a message. POKEMON GO: The Watervliet United Methodist Church, located at 1401 1st Avenue, Watervliet, is having a Pokemon Go event on August 27 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Vendors are wanted, especially those who sell Pokemon items. The cost per reserved 8’ table is $20. Email watervliet.methodist@gmail.com or call 273-0191. LOVE APPLE FARM: Opening Labor Day Weekend, September 1. Farm Market, Orchard, Cafe & Bakery. Pick Apples, Petting Zoo, Food, Fruit & Fun.1421 Route 9H, Ghent. For more information visit www.loveapplefarm.com. WRITING YOUR LIFE STORY: A course for those interested in writing a life story or family history will be held on Tuesdays, September 20, 27, October 4 and 11, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Hudson Valley Community College. Instructor Pauline Bartel, an award-winning author, will discuss the step-by-step process that transforms memories into memoirs, including techniques for stimulating memories, conducting personal and family history research and writing the story of your life. One-on-one consulting with the instructor and reader feedback about works in progress will help you preserve precious stories for future generations. “Writing Your Life Story” is offered through the Office of Community and Professional Education. Course fee is $71, which includes a coursebook. To register, telephone 6297339.