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Thursday, March 23

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Paws to Read, 3:45 p.m. Bring a book and read to a gentle dog who loves stories. For grades 1-5. 6:30 p.m., Quilting: Striped Table Runner. Create a stunning yet simple table runner. Bring at least 1 yard of 100% cotton fabric with a lengthwise striped repeat and 1 yard coordinating fabric for the back. Basic sewing machine knowledge recommended. Sign up online at bethlehempubliclibrary.org or call Natalie at 439-9314, ext. 3023for more information. 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar. BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Story Time, 10:30 a.m. Knitting, 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. 4118NY State Highway 2, Troy. Call 279-4023or visit www.brunswicklibrary.org for more information.

CORNER SHOPPE: Blowout Bag Sale on clothing for the entire family is in progress. Price reductions on many furniture items, toys & games.Many new Spring/ Easter items available. Shop any Thursday or Saturday, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at The Corner Shoppe.,570Third Ave., North Troy.

GEOTHERMAL ENERGY: Renewable geothermal energy, used for both heating and cooling, is harvested by ground source heat pumps, saving energy and reducing CO2emissions. It is becoming a popular option for more homeowners and institutional/commercial applications. This presentation by John Ciovacco of Aztech Geothermal, Ballston Spa, will explain the basics of geothermal systems, the circumstances in which they would be a good fit for homeowners, businesses and institutions, and the incentive situation from both New York State and the federal government. 8p.m., Colonie Town Library, 629 Albany-Shaker Road.

LGBT LAW SERIES: The LGBT Law Series is a free program addressing legal issues in the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities, presented by the LGBT Pro Bono Project of Albany Law School and Pride Center of the Capital Region. March 23, “Legal issues facing transgender individuals.” 6p.m., Albany Law School, 80New Scotland Ave. Cocktails and a networking reception will follow each event. Advance registration is appreciated; please email Amy Gunnells at agunn@albanylaw.edu. The LGBT Law Series is open to all.

POLLY MASON AWARDS DINNER: Join the Junior League of Troy in recognizing two outstanding women for their contributions to our community: Rensselaer County Executive Kathy Jimino and Former Director of the Commission on Economic Opportunity Karen Gordon. The Polly Mason Community Service Award Dinner will be held on March 23at the Franklin Plaza in Troy. The Polly Mason Community Service Award was established in 2000in honor of an amazing volunteer and past president of our League, Polly Mason. Recipients are recognized for their contributions to social, economic, educational, cultural and civic conditions of the community. The reception begins at 5:30p.m., with dinner at 7p.m.; tickets are $75. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit www.jltroyny.org or email juniorleagueoftroy@ gmail.com.

RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Computer Help. Every Thursday from 5:30p.m. - 7:30p.m. at the Rensselaer Public Library, drop in to ask a question about your computer, tablet or smartphone, or learn tips and tricks. No signup 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 Kelly Maguire, 8p.m. 150Speigletown Road, Troy. SCHOOL OF ROCK ALBANY: Come meet School of Rock Albany at the Slingerlands Camp Fair on Thursday, March 23, at 7p.m. The Slingerlands Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) is hosting a Camp Fair at Slingerlands Elementary to offer parents and kids a chance to meet and learn about 25area camps. School of Rock Albany will be on-site to answer questions about its rockin’ music program focused on education, confidence, fun, friendship, and so much more. To learn more, stop by at the Slingerlands Camp Fair, visit https://www.facebook.com/ SchoolOfRockAlbany/ or call 783-7625.

SUNY POLY CMOST: Help your child improve motor skills and increase understanding of how the world works. Join SUNY Poly CMOST in the GE Junior Discovery room for hands- on sensory scientific activities every Thursday. March 23, “Seeds Galore,” 10a.m. to 11:30a.m. For ages 2-6. No pre-registration required; activity included with museum admission. 250Jordan Road, Troy.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: Crafts 9a.m. Tai Chi 9:15a.m. Call 270-5438to sign up for Tai Chi. Osteo Aerobics 10:30 a.m. Line Dancing with Uncle Sam Sparklers, 1p.m. 19Third Street, Troy.

WOMEN AGAINST WAR: A special talk-back led by Dr. Ed Tick and Kate Dahlestadt of Soldier’s Heart will follow the 7:30 p.m. performance of “An Iliad” at Capital Repertory Theater in Albany. This event is being held in connection with the Women Against War exhibit of The American Friends Service Committee’s “Humanize Not Militarize” gallery of posters, which will be on display at the theater throughout the run of “An Iliad” from March 10through April 2. At 7p.m. a reception in the Cafe Gallery for the poster exhibit will precede the performance. For special reduced ticket pricing, contact the Capital Rep Box Office at 445-7469or online at www.capitalrep.org and give or enter the special code PEACE. For more information, see www.womenagainst.org or call 6507395.

Friday, March 24

ASSOCIATION FORTALENT DEVELOPMENT: The Hudson-Mohawk Chapter of the Association for Talent Development will host a program - Friday, March 24. The event starts with registration, networking & lite breakfast at 8:00amwith program from 8:30a.m. - 10:30a.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 $25for members; $35for not-yet-members and $15 for Full-Time Students. [Day of event walk-ins will be charged an additional $5.] BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Moms’ Night Out, 7p.m. Call the library for more information. 4118NY State Highway 2, Troy. BRUNSWICK ELKS FISH FRY: The Brunswick Elks will be having a Fish Fry Dinner starting at 5:30p.m. on Friday March 24, at the Lodge at 665Brunswick Rd, Troy, on Rt. 2in Eagle Mills. Dinner will be Fish Fry & Fries, Coleslaw, Clam Chowder, Desert & beverage. Children’s Menu also available. Adults $9, under 12 $4. For reservations call Mike at 286-1645.

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 255Remsen Street from 4 p.m. to 6:30p.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 3:30p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Call 237-4151for more information.

FISH FRYDINNER: Every Friday through April 14(Good Friday). Choose from Fish Fry, Fish&Chips, Seafood Platter and many more! 11a.m. - 7 p.m., Cohoes-Waterford Elks, 45N. Mohawk Street, Cohoes. Eat in or take-out. Call 235-3222for take-out orders.