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Friday, March 3

BERKSHIRE SYMPHONY: The Berkshire Symphony offers a concert titled “Stars and Planets,” featuring star pianists Peter Serkin and Anna Polonsky playing the Bach Double Concerto in C Minor and Double Concerto in C Major. The program also includes Gustav Holst’s “The Planets” on Friday March 3, at 8 p.m. in Chapin Hall, Williams College. There is a Pre-Concert Talk with conductor Ronald Feldman; Friday March 3, at 7:15 p.m. in Brooks-Rogers Recital Hall, Williams College. These events are free and open to the public. For building locations on the Williams College campus see www.williams.edu/home/campusmap/. BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Spring into Service, 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.Contribute to our community. Create springthemed crafts for our neighbors at Good Samaritan Village Senior Community. For grades 6-12. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. COHOES-WATERFORD ELKS: Vegas Night, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Come try your luck at Black Jack, Roulette, Dice Cage and more. 45 N. Mohawk Street, Cohoes. ELLEN SINOPOLI DANCE COMPANY: The Ellen Sinopoli Dance Company (ESDC) performs at the Opalka Gallery of The Sage Colleges at 140 New Scotland Avenue in Albany on Friday, March 3, at 6:30 p.m. and Sunday, March 5, at 3 p.m. After three highly successful site specific performances at the Opalka Gallery in the last four years, ESDC has been invited to create a new performance in relation to Austrian-born sculptor Caroline Ramersdorfer’s current exhibit, “Gravity + Light: Caroline Ramersdorfer: Sculptures 1985-2016.” On Friday, March 3, Ms. Ramersdorfer will guide a walk-through of her exhibition at 5:30 p.m. Admission is free to these dance performances and the gallery tour. EVERETT WAGAR SENIOR CENTER: Rensselaer County’s Everett Wagar Senior Center, 2 Roxborough Road in Grafton, holds a Membership Meeting on Friday, March 3, at 11 a.m. All members are welcome and encouraged to attend. Be a part of the decisions that affect your senior center. Stay for the noon meal after the meeting: entrée, Mac & Cheese w/Diced Tomatoes, suggested donation of $3. To make reservations for lunch, call the center at 279-3413. FISH DINNER: The Cohoes Knight of Columbus will have their fish dinner on Ash Wednesday, March 1, and every Friday during Lent at the council hall located at 255 Remsen Street from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The menu includes Fish Fry Dinner, Shrimp roll Dinner and Scallop Dinner with two choices French Fries, Coleslaw or Mac and Cheese $8. Fish Fry, $5. Also available: Manhattan clam chowder $3; onion rings $3; French Fries $2.50.Take out or local delivery is available from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Call 237-4157 for more information. FISH FRY: The Brunswick Elks will be having a fish Fry Dinner starting at 5:30 p.m. on Friday March 3, at the Lodge located at 665 Brunswick Rd, Troy, on Rt. 2 in Eagle Mills. Dinner will be Fish Fry & Fries, Coleslaw, Clam Chowder, Dessert & beverage. Children’s Menu also available. For reservations call Mike at 286-1645. Adults $9; under 12 $4. FRIDAY FISH DINNERS: Latham K of C Friday Fish Dinners during Lent, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Baked Fish dinner $11; Fish Fry or Clam Roll Dinner $9; Fish Fry or Clam Roll only, $7; Children’s menu (ages 5-10) any 2 items $4; under 5 free. 328 Troy Schenectady Road. Call 783-0572 or visit http:// www.lathamcoloniekofc.com for more information. HOMELESS ACTION COMMITTEE: Homeless Action Committee’s 24th Annual Sleep-a-Thon fundraiser in Townsend Park, Albany, between 5P-12A. Join people who are homeless, elected officials and community members for at least one hour in the park to raise money to house homeless people and to help HAC’s Outreach Van and to say No to Federal housing cuts. For pledge sheets, or to donate, call HAC, 426-0554, or visit www. homelessaction.com . ILIUM LITERARY CLUB: The Ilium Literary Club of Troy will hold its monthly meeting at 2 p.m. on Friday, March 3, at the Troy Masonic Community Center, 39 Brunswick Road, Troy. The guest speaker this month is Michel Barrett, Executive Director of Hudson-Mohawk Industrial Gateway, who talk about the Silicon Valley of the 19th Century. Guests are welcome to attend. I LOVE MY LIBRARY: Watervliet Public Library’s 13th annual I Love My Library Dinner takes place Friday, March 3, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Watervliet Elks. $25 in advance, $30 at the door. Children 12 and under $12. Purchase tickets online at watervlietpubliclibrary.com or at the library. LENTEN DINNERS: The Poestenkill Christian Church, 721 Snyder’s Corners Rd., Poestenkill, will be serving fish fry or clam roll dinners from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. every Friday during Lent including Good Friday. Dinners include French fries, cole slaw and beverage. Cost is $9.50. Also served are hot dog dinners, including French fries and beverage for $4.50. Individual food items can be purchased separately. Dine in or take-out. Call 286-2773 for reservations or take-outs. For more information, call Barbara at 279-9458. MILHAM PLANETARIUM: Williams College invites you to experience the wonders of our universe at the Milham Planetarium, located inside the Old Hopkins Observatory at Williams College. Astronomy students at the college will host free shows for the public on Friday evenings at 8 p.m. beginning February 3 and running through May 12, with the exception of Spring Break March 17, 24, and March 31. Audiences will be treated to shows from the high-precision Zeiss Skymaster ZKP3/B opto-mechanical planetarium projector, installed in April 2005. Shows will last about 50 minutes. For reservations (required) contact Michele Rech at (413) 597-2188 or email at mcr4@williams.edu. Others will be admitted as space permits. Large groups should call for special appointments. NORTH COUNTRY ARTS: NorthCountryARTS will hold an opening reception for the photography of Jim Tubbs and and artwork of Marti (Moriah) Coyle on Friday, March 3, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at their 2nd Floor Gallery in Glens Falls City Hall at 42 Ridge Street. RUSTIC BARN: The Schmooze, 8 p.m. 150 Speigletown Road, Troy. SUESSABRATION: Celebrate Dr. Seuss’s upcoming birthday with crafts, games, stories, and more, 10 a.m., Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. For kids and families.

Saturday, March 4

ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST: The Poestenkill Christian Church, 721 Snyder’s Corners Rd., Poestenkill, will have its monthly All You Can Eat Breakfast on Saturday, March 4, from 8 a.m. - 11 a.m. Cost is $8 for adults and $3.50 for children under 10. Menu includes eggs, sausage, bacon, toast, home fries, pancakes, french toast, juice, coffee or tea. BASKETBALL BOUNCE: The

Albany Capital Center (ACC), along with Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan, invites kids of all ages to participate in a “basketball bounce” from Albany City Hall at 24 Eagle Street to the new, Albany Capital Center at 55 Eagle Street, starting at 10 a.m. Parents can register their kids on-site at City Hall the morning of the event. The bounce is first come, first serve. After they make the trek to the ACC, kids will tour the new facility and test their skills in a basketball foul shooting contest in the convention center’s main ballroom on the second floor. Each child who shoots and makes a basket will receive complimentary tickets to the noon MAAC women’s basketball games at the Times Union Center. Bounce houses will be setup and Smile Lounge photo booths will be available too for kids to enjoy. BERKSHIRE SYMPHONY: The Berkshire Symphony Family Concert with conductor Ronald Feldman takes place on Saturday March 4, at 2 p.m. in Chapin Hall. The orchestra performs excerpts from “The Planets” by Holst and offers plenty of family fun in conjunction with the student community outreach effort, “Ephs Out Loud” in partnership with Kids 4 Harmony. This day of musical fun offers activities beginning at 1 p.m. that include a workshop with the Williams choirs, musical games and activities, and art by local elementary school students. The concert is free and open to the public. Chapin Hall is located at 54 Chapin Hall Drive in Bernhard Music Center on the Williams College campus. See www. williams.edu/home/campusmap/ CORNED BEEF & CABBAGE DINNER: Eagle Mills Christian Church, 1 Maple Avenue,

Troy, 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The menu includes corned beef, cabbage, potatoes, carrots, rolls, soda bread, desserts and beverages. Adults $10, children under 10 $5. Call 279-1588 for more information. CORNED BEEF/HAM DINNER: Saturday, March 4, Seatings at 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. Holy Trinity Parish Church. 1 St. Marie Lane, Cohoes. Adults $12. Children (6-12) $7, Children 5 and under Free. Reservations required by February 28. Take-out available with reservations. Visit www.holytrinitycohoes. org or call 237-2373 for more information. CORNER SHOPPE: The Corner Shoppe at Cornerstone Church, 570 Third Ave., North Troy, will be having a bag sale on clothing for entire family, starting February 9. St Patrick’s Day, Easter and Spring items are on display. New items coming in every day. Shop any Thursday or Saturday 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. IRISH NIGHT: St. Henry’s Church in Averil Park will be holding an Irish Night on Saturday, March 4, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Poestenkill Fire House. The price of only $10 per person covers soda, snacks, door prizes and an evening of Irish entertainment featuring “Who’s Your Paddy”. Beer, wine and refreshments will also be available at reasonable prices. Due to State regulations, no outside alcoholic beverages can be brought into the event. Tickets can be purchased by calling the parish rectory at 674-3818. OPERA TO GO: “The Bremen Town Musicians,” an Opera Saratoga “Opera to Go” production for children and the whole family. Saturday, March 4, at 2:30 p.m. Sponsored by, and at, The Schenectady Civic Playhouse, 12 S. Church St., Schenectady. Free. Open seating. No advance reservations. Call 382-2081 for more infromation. RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Maple Sugar, 1 p.m. Learn how maple sugar is made, hear stories and try a sample. For ages 4-10. Rensselaer Public Library is located across the street from the Amtrak parking lot. To learn more, see http:// rensselaerlibrary.org/ or visit the library’s Facebook page, http://www.facebook.com/ RensselaerLibrary. RUSTIC BARN: Road To Galway (Traditional Celtic Music), 7 p.m. 150 Speigletown Road, Troy. SHAKER HERITAGE SOCIETY: The Shaker Heritage Society will celebrate Shaker founder, Mother Ann Lee’s birthday and the launch of a new book about the Shaker community on Saturday, March 4, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the site of the original (1776) Shaker settlement in the United States. Ann C. Sayers’ “Their Name is Wicks: One Family’s Journey Through Shaker History” shines a light on the peak years of Shaker history, from the 1820s to the 1850s. The celebration will take place at the Shaker Meeting House, 25 Meeting House Road, next to Albany International Airport. The afternoon event will feature tributes to “Mother Ann” as well as a reading by the author, followed by refreshments and the opportunity for autographs. For further information contact the Shaker Heritage Society at 456-7890 or visit shakerheritage.org. SODA BREAD COMPETITION: The Irish American Heritage Museum holds its fifth annual Maureen Farrell McCarthy Amateur Irish Soda Bread Competition on Saturday, March 4, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in The Hogarty Family Exhibit Hall and The Trustco Bank Gallery at the Museum, 370 Broadway, Albany. The annual amateur competition to celebrate Irish heritage and culture in March around St. Patrick’s Day is a day highlighted with Irish music, an open tasting of entrants’ soda breads, and immersion in Irish culture, culminating in Irish Theatre at 7 p.m. Professional chefs will judge the amateur entrants with awards being presented to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners in each category. Parking on the streets around the Museum is free on weekends; please do not park in the private lots behind the Museum. Visit the Museum’s Website at www.irish-us.org for more complete information. SPAC WINTER BALL: Saratoga Performing Arts Center’s Junior Committee is pleased to present its popular Winter Ball on Saturday, March 4 at 7 p.m. at the Hall of Springs, 108 Avenue of the Pines, Saratoga Springs. The theme for this year’s fundraiser, “Passport to Morocco,” is inspired by the rich culture and mystique of Morocco, sometimes referred to as “the land of the setting sun.” Tickets to the event are available online at spac. org Proceeds raised at the event support classical and educational programming at SPAC. SPIRIT INVESTIGATION: Sharing their abilities for the purpose of inspiration, wisdom, education and healing, Certified Spirit Medium Karen Tatro and her fellow investigators invite attendees to join them at Ventfort Hall Mansion and Gilded Age Museum, 104 Walker Street in Lenox MA on Saturday, March 4. Doors open at 6 p.m. with program starting at 7 p.m. and concluding around midnight. Tickets are $65 per person. Reservations are required. Reserve only online at http://www.karentatro.com/ march-4th-ventfort.html. TEEN AUTHOR BOOK SIGNING: On Saturday March 4, the Waterford Library welcomes Teen Author Kayla Quick for a reading and book signing event. Kayla recently published her first YA novel, “Jared’s Path”. Copies of the book will be available for sale at this event, which runs from 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. at the library. Please contact Liz Liddington at 237-0891 for additional information. WINTER CLOTHING CLEARANCE: Christ United Methodist Church, Bridge St., Johnsonville. Take Route 40 to Route 67 East. Look for the “OPEN” flag on Route 67. Open 9 a.m. - noon Wednesdays and 9 a.m. - noon the first Saturday of each month. All winter coats, jackets, boots, suits, dresses and accessories must go! Check out our great selection of special occasion outfits, housewares, toys, CDs, books and jewelry.

Sunday, March 5

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Enjoy music by Bartók, Grieg and Brahms with cellist Will Hayes, accompanied by piano, 2 p.m. Sponsored by Friends of Bethlehem Public Library. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. BREAKFAST BUFFET: The Waterford Knights of Columbus, 75 Grace Street, Waterford ( Northside), will host a Breakfast Buffet from 8:30 a.m - 12:30p.m. on March 5. The menu includes:Omelet Station, French Toast, Pan Cakes,Sausages, Bacon, Scrambled Eggs, Homefries, Toast, Pastry, Coffee, Tea Milk and Juice. Adults $8, Children $4( under age 12), Children under age 5 free. A free drawing for a Sunday Buffet tickets will be drawn. For additional information, please call 237-9330 to leave a message. CHATHAM BOOKSTORE: Susan Stessin-Cohn and Ashley Hurlburt-Biagini read from and discuss their new book, “In Defiance: Runaways from Slavery in New York’s Hudson River Valley, 1735-1831” at the Chatham Bookstore on Sunday, March 5, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. A conversation with Thomas Chulak from the bookstore and Q& A follow a brief reading. Refreshments. Live at the Chatham Bookstore, 27 Main St., Chatham. Call 392-3005 or visit https:// chathambookstore.com/ for more information. ELLEN SINOPOLI DANCE COMPANY: The Ellen Sinopoli Dance Company (ESDC) performs at the Opalka Gallery of The Sage Colleges at 140 New Scotland Avenue in Albany on Sunday, March 5, at 3 p.m. After three highly successful site specific performances at the Opalka Gallery in the last four years, ESDC has been invited to create a new performance in relation to Austrian-born sculptor Caroline Ramersdorfer’s current exhibit, “Gravity + Light: Caroline Ramersdorfer: Sculptures 1985-2016.” Admission is free. ENGLISH COUNTRY DANCE: An English Country Dance will be held on March 5 at Channing Hall of the First Unitarian Universalist Church, 405 Washington Avenue, Albany. Dances will be called and taught by Val Medve. Live music will be by Mary Lea and Kate Barnes. The Dance will be held 2 p.m. -5 p.m., with an introductory workshop at 1:30 p.m. All are welcome; no experience is necessary. No need to come with a partner. Admission is $12. The Dance is sponsored by Capital English Country Dancers, an affiliate of the Dance Flurry Organization (Information www.danceflurry.org/capitalenglish or 477-5684). NEW YORK FOLKLORE SOCIETY:Farm and Field: The Rural Folk Arts of the Catskill Region,” a photographic study in black and white, will be on display at the New York Folklore Society, 129 Jay Street, Schenectady beginning March 3. An informal “opening reception” and curator’s talk will take place Sunday, March 5, between noon and 2 p.m. Benjamin Halpern, photographer, and curator of the exhibit, will discuss the objectives of his photodocumentation and answer any questions. The public is invited to this free program, and light refreshments will be served. Scheduling, and other information pertaining to the “Farm and Field” exhibit are available on the NYFS website, www.nyfolklore.org. PENNY SOCIAL: St. Michael’s Church, Page Ave. in Cohoes will be hosting their Annual Penny Social on Sunday, March 5. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. with games starting at 2 p.m. Admission is free. There will be food, desserts and beverages available. The church hall is handicapped accessible. Come and have a fun afternoon. For further information, please call Maria at 782-1203 or Michelle at 235-3292.

STEPHENTOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETY: Sam Huntington, Historic Site Assistant at Crailo State Historic Site in Rensselaer, will present an illustrated program on the “Life and Legacy of New Netherlands” at the Stephentown Historical Society meeting on Sunday, March 5, at 2 p.m. The talk focuses on the period between the discovery of the Hudson River in 1609 and the English takeover of the Dutch colony in 1664, and the lingering influence of Dutch culture in the Hudson Valley. The event is at Stephentown Heritage Center, 5 Staples Road (corner of Garfield Road), Stephentown, New York. The program is free and the building is handicapped accessible. For directions, telephone 733-0010.

Monday, March 6

ALZHEIMER’S PROGRAM: For centuries, we have known that the health of the brain and of the body are connected. Science can now provide insights on how to optimize our physical and cognitive health as we age. The Alzheimer Association is leading the way to help people recognize these insights and on Monday, March 6, at 6 p.m, at the Cohoes Public Library, they will provide an informative program on these advances in nutrition and exercise for healthy aging. Registration is necessary, so call the Library at 235-2570 to register. More info at www. CohoesPublicLibrary.org. BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: 10 a.m. to noon. Intro to MS Word. Learn the basics of using Microsoft Word 2010 in this two-session program that concludes March 13. Sign up online at bethlehempubliclibrary.org or call 439-9314. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Open Sewing. The library’s sewing machines will be available for independent projects. Bring your own supplies. Volunteers may be available to assist you. Sign up for one or more two-hour sessions. 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Fun & Games for Grownups. An adults-only gathering where you can play games, including chess, color and socialize. Snacks served. 6:30 p.m., Teen Tech Week: Ear Buds & Smart Gloves. Add some bling to your ear buds and turn your regular gloves into smart gloves that will work with your phone’s touchscreen. For grade 6-12. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. MASONS: The Mount Zion Masonic Lodge #311 F.&A.M. will meet on Monday, March 6, at 7:30 p.m. at the Troy Masonic Community Centger, 39 Brunswick Road. The theme of the evening is Brother Bring a Friend Night. Refreshments will be served following the meeting. SENIOR SCIENCE DAY: The Dudley Observatory at miSci is committed to lifelong learning and has created programming specifically designed for adults. Come explore the museum on a quiet afternoon, then join the Dudley Observatory for an exciting presentation on “NASA’s Great Observatories: Compton Gamma Ray Observatory,” presented by Outreach Astronomer, Dr. Valerie Rapson. 3 p.m., miSci - Museum of Innovation and Science, 15 Nott Terrace Heights, Schenectady. Senior Admission to miSci ($10.50 adult, $7.50 child age 3-12, $9 senior 65+), Free for miSci members. Come early or stay after the lesson to enjoy the many exhibits miSci has to offer. The museum is open from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. You need not be a senior citizen to attend. TROY SENIOR CENTER: Hairdresser Day; call 2705348 to make an appointment. Aerobics 9:30 a.m. Bowling 12:30 p.m. at Uncle Sam Lanes. 19 Third Street, Troy.

Tuesday, March 7

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Try your hand at chess with our teen volunteers. All experience levels welcome, 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. For kids in grade K-5. Sign up for one or all sessions.

CHENEY LIBRARY: Preschool Story-time, “Over in the Forest,” 10 a.m. in the Children’s room of Cheney Library. The spring program on the theme, “Build a Better World,” continues on Tuesday mornings through April 28 at the Cheney Library, 73 Classic Street, Hoosick Falls. HOT TOPICS IN HR: A panel discussion of regional Human Resource professionals providing solutions to the evolving role of HR, techniques and management trends while making a seamless transition to new state-wide policies for 2017. Attendees can come prepared with questions to ask the experts. 7:30 a.m., registration and breakfast; program 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., The Century House, Latham. Register at renscochamber. com/events. NEW YORK STATE LIBRARY: Acclaimed author, poet, naturalist, and Pulitzer Prize finalist for her 2011 memoir “One Hundred Names for Love,” Diane Ackerman will read from her work. Her book, “The Zookeeper’s Wife” (2007) about a Warsaw zookeeper’s family who saved 300 Jews during the Holocaust, will be released as a film starring Jessica Chastain on March 31. 8 p.m., Cultural Education Center, Concourse Level, Clark Auditorium, 222 Madison Avenue, Albany. Registration is recommended. To register online go to http:// www.nysl.nysed.gov/programs/ or e-mail NYSLTRN@ nysed.gov or call 474-2274. Please let us know if any reasonable accommodation is required (Americans with Disabilities Act) at least three business days prior to the program date.

POESTENKILL SENIORS: Weekly meetings are held every Tuesday at 1 p.m. at the Sullivan jones Post in Poestenkill. All seniors are welcome. Coffee and refreshments are served after the meeting, followed by Bingo and cards. Come check us out. Postenkill Seniors have catered luncheons, pizza, clamsteams, fish frys and luncheons at various restaurants, plus bus trips to casinos and points of interest. Dues are $10 a year. TROY SENIOR CENTER:Art for Vets meet every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. Creative Expression through the

Arts. Come see their art on display. Are you interested in joining? Stop in on Tuesday at 19 Third Street, Troy. WEIGHT MANAGEMENT WORKSHOP: St. Peter’s Diabetes and Endocrine Care will offer an educational weight management workshop, “Supplements, Spices and Weight Loss: Do Any Really Work?,” Tuesday, March 7, 5 p.m. – 6 p.m., at 63 Shaker Rd., Suite 204, Albany. Lynn Sutton, registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator from Capital Region Diabetes and Endocrine Care, will explore the efficacy and safety of herbs, supplements, and other products that claim to elicit weight loss. The workshop is free of charge, and open to the public. Space is limited. Registration is required by calling 1-888941-4009.

Wednesday, March 8

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Discuss “Eileen” by Ottessa Moshfegh, 7 p.m. Copies are available at the information desk. Largeprint audio and downloadable copies may be available. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. BREAD & SOUP LENTEN SUPPER: The Women of St Paul’s invite all interested women, men, and children of St. Paul’s and the community at large to join them between 5:30 p.m. and 6 p.m., for a simple meal of homemade breads and soups. Deacon Nancy Rosenblum, former deacon of both St. Paul’s Church in Troy and St. Paul’s Church in Albany, will lead the meditation. The program will end between 7:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. Suppers are held on Wednesdays from March 8 through March 29 at St. Paul’s Guild House located at 27 State Street, Troy. This program will be supported by a free will offering from various members of the community. SPEIGLE ELDERS: The Speigle Elders will hold their first meeting of the month at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 8, with refreshments and the monthly charity collection. 2017-18 dues are being collected by Ellen Lewis, Membership Chair, and reservations will be taken for the March 22 Soup & Bread luncheon. The bowling league is seeking new and substitute players. TROY SENIOR CENTER: Swimming 9 a.m., Aerobics 9:30 a.m. Blood Pressure Clinic with Sage nursing students. 19 Third Street, Troy. WILLIAMS COLLEGE: James Hansen, who directs the Program on Climate Science, Awareness and Solutions at Columbia University will speak at Williams College on Wednesday, March 8, in Brooks-Rogers Recital Hall, starting at 8 p.m. Hansen’s talk is one in a thematic series of lectures in a year of inquiry titled “Confronting Climate Change.” For building locations on the Williams campus, please call the Office of Communications at (413) 597-4277 or visit www.williams.edu/map. WINTER CLOTHING CLEARANCE: Christ United Methodist Church, Bridge St., Johnsonville. Take Route 40 to Route 67 East. Look for the “OPEN” flag on Route 67. Open 9 a.m. - noon Wednesdays and 9 a.m. - noon the first Saturday of each month. All winter coats, jackets, boots, suits, dresses and accessories must go! Check out our great selection of special occasion outfits, housewares, toys, CDs, books and jewelry. WOMEN’S CLUB OF VALLEY FALLS: The Winter Picnic of the Woman’s Club of Valley Falls and Vicinity will be Wednesday, March 8 beginning at noon at the Masonic Hall in Schaghticoke. Members are asked to bring a dish to pass, but not a dessert. The hostesses will be Mary Hurd, chair, Shirley Ratoon, Jan O’Rourke, Laura Reploeg, and Carole Reeve. Guests are welcome. Amy Halloran will present the program: “Pancakes for the People.” She will discuss her work in the food pantry and community meals program at Unity House in Troy, and make and serve some sample pancakes to illustrate a talk about her book,” The New Bread Basket: How the New Crop of Grain Growers, Plant Breeders, Miller, Maltsters, Bakers, Brewers, and Local food Activists are Redefining our Daily Loaf.”

Thursday, March 9

ALBANY LAW SCHOOL: “Script to Street: Opioids and the Law in the Capital District,” the 12th annual symposium presented by the Albany Government Law Review, will feature two panel discussions with local judges, attorneys, doctors, and other experts at the frontline of the opioid epidemic. The first panel will explore legal, behavioral, and medicinal alternatives to incarceration. The second panel will focus on recovery and treatment plans, from drug treatment courts to programs outside of the courtroom. The symposium is free and open to the public. A reception will follow.Four free continuing legal education (CLE) credits in Professional Practice will be offered. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Dean Alexander Moot Courtroom (Room 421), Albany Law School, 80 New Scotland Avenue. For more information, contact Elizabeth Bearese at ebearese@albanylaw.edu or visit www.albanylaw.edu/event/ government-law-reviewsymposium/. BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., How to Use Your New iPad. We’ll show you how to use that brand-new iPad. Bring your iPad, cables and your Apple ID and password. 3:45 p.m., Paws to Read. Bring a book and read to a gentle dog who loves stories. For grades 1-5. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Story Time, 10:30 a.m. Knitting, 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. 4118 NY State Highway 2, Troy. Call 279-4023 or visit www.brunswicklibrary. org for more information. COLUMBIETTES: The Cohoes Columbietts will have their monthly meeting Thursday night, March 9, at 255 Remsen St. Cohoes, with a refreshment at 7 p.m. and the meeting at 8 p.m. CORNER SHOPPE: The Corner Shoppe at Cornerstone Church, 570 Third Ave., North Troy, will be having a bag sale on clothing for the entire family, starting February 9. St Patrick’s Day, Easter and Spring items are on display. New items coming in every day. Shop any Thursday or Saturday 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. MEGYN KELLY: Megyn Kelly, Albany Law School alumna and NBC News anchor, will be returning to campus for a signing of her book, “Settle for More,” on Thursday, March 9. The book signing is open to the public. It will take place from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in Albany Law School’s gymnasium at 80 New Scotland Avenue, Albany. RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Computer Help. Every Thursday from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at the Rensselaer Public Library, drop in to ask a question about your computer, tablet or smartphone, or learn tips and tricks. No sign-up needed. Rensselaer Public Library is located across the street from the Amtrak parking lot. To learn more, see http:// rensselaerlibrary.org/ or visit the library’s Facebook page, http://www.facebook.com/ RensselaerLibrary. RUSTIC BARN: Open Mic with Danny Watson, 8 p.m. 150 Speigletown Road, Troy. TROY GROTTO: The Troy Grotto #13 will meet on Thursday, March 9, at 7:30 p.m. at the Troy Masonic Community Center, 39 Brunswick Road. A dinner will be served before the meeting at 6:30 p.m. and plans will be set to attend the spring meeting of the Empire State Grotto Assoication on April 21-23. TROY SENIOR CENTER: Crafts 9 a.m. Tai Chi 9:15 a.m. Call 270-5438 to sign up for Tai Chi. Osteo Aerobics 10:30 a.m. Line Dancing with Uncle Sam Sparklers, 1 p.m. 19 Third Street, Troy.

Friday, March 10

ASSOCIATION FOR TALENT DEVELOPMENT: The Hudson-Mohawk Chapter of the Association for Talent Development will host a program - Friday, March 10,. The event starts with registration, networking & lite breakfast at 8:00 am with program from 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. at HVCC Bulmer Telecommunications Bldg. The topic is “Learning Tuesday:HVCC Behind The Scenes.” Online reservations are preferred at hmatd.org. The cost is $25 for members; $35 for not-yet-members and $15 for Full-Time Students. [Day of event walk-ins will be charged an additional $5.] BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Blood Drive, 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. 4118 NY State Highway 2, Troy. Call 2794023 or visit www.brunswicklibaray.org for more information. EVERETT WAGAR SENIOR CENTER: Join the seniors at the Everett Wagar Senior Center, 2 Roxborough Road in Grafton, on Friday, March 10, at 12:30 p.m. to celebrate March birthdays with cupcakes donated by birthday chairperson Marcia Trask. If you have any questions, or if you would like to join the noon lunch for a suggested donation of $3, please contact the center at 279-3413 to reserve lunch. The March Craft class will be held at 10:30 a.m. Join Elaine Snyder for a fun-filled hour; all materials will be supplied. FISH DINNER: The Cohoes Knight of Columbus will have their fish dinner on Ash Wednesday, March 1, and every Friday during Lent at the council hall located at 255 Remsen Street from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The menu includes Fish Fry Dinner, Shrimp roll Dinner and Scallop Dinner with two choices French Fries, Coleslaw or Mac and Cheese $8. Fish Fry, $5. Also available: Manhattan clam chowder $3; onion rings $3; French Fries $2.50.Take out or local delivery is available from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Call 237-4157 for more information. FRIDAY FISH DINNERS: Latham K of C Friday Fish Dinners during Lent, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Baked Fish dinner $11; Fish Fry or Clam Roll Dinner $9; Fish Fry or Clam Roll only, $7; Children’s menu (ages 5-10) any 2 items $4; under 5 free. 328 Troy Schenectady Road. Call 783-0572 or visit http:// www.lathamcoloniekofc. com for more information. LENTEN DINNERS: The Poestenkill Christian Church, 721 Snyder’s Corners Rd., Poestenkill, will be serving fish fry or clam roll dinners from 11 a.m. – 7p.m. every Friday during Lent including Good Friday. Dinners include French fries, cole slaw and beverage. Cost is $9.50. Also served are hot dog dinners, including French fries and beverage for $4.50. Individual food items can be purchased separately. Dine in or take-out. Call 286-2773 for reservations or take-outs. For more information, call Barbara at 279-9458. MILHAM PLANETARIUM: Williams College invites you to experience the wonders of our universe at the Milham Planetarium, located inside the Old Hopkins Observatory at Williams College. Astronomy students at the college will host free shows for the public on Friday evenings at 8 p.m. beginning February 3 and running through May 12, with the exception of Spring Break March 17, 24, and March 31. Audiences will be treated to shows from the high-precision Zeiss Skymaster ZKP3/B optomechanical planetarium projector, installed in April 2005. Shows will last about 50 minutes. For reservations (required) contact Michele Rech at (413) 597-2188 or email at mcr4@williams.edu. Others will be admitted as space permits. Large groups should call for special appointments. RUSTIC BARN: The Lustre Kings, 8 p.m. 150 Speigletown Road, Troy. WILLIAMS CHAMBER PLAYERS: The Williams College Department of Music presents the Williams Chamber Players in a a program with Romantic piano quartets by Turina and Faure, as well as a work for cello and piano by Beethoven, on Friday, March 10 at 8 p.m. in Brooks-Rogers Recital Hall on the Williams College campus.