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Area codes are 518unless noted. See more calendar listings at www.troyrecord.com/ community. Submit items two weeks in advance to calendar@troyrecord.com. Thursday, March 30 BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Gaslight Theater Presents: ‘The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged).’ Enjoy the Bard’s complete works – humorously abbreviated – in one sitting. 6:30p.m., 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar.

BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Story Time, 10:30 a.m. Knitting, 1p.m. to 2:30 p.m. 4118NY State Highway 2, Troy. Call 279-4023or visit www.brunswicklibrary.org for more information.

CORNER SHOPPE: Spring has sprung at the Corner Shoppe at Cornerstone Church, 5703rd Ave., North Troy, with a full line of spring clothing for the entire family. Spring decorating itemshousewares, toys, jewelry, furniture etc. are at bargain prices. Visit Corner Shoppe on FB- www.facebook.com/ Cornerstone Church in theBurgh. Shop any Thursday or Saturday, 9a.m. - 1p.m. MARCH FOR JUSTICE: During March, law schools in New York State have launched a statewide effort, “March for Justice,” to highlight the critical role lawyers play in our democracy, in preserving the rule of law, and promoting and preserving civil and human rights. As a part of this effort, Albany Law School will host an exciting event that will feature Albany mayor Kathy Sheehan and other national and local leaders on these issues. It takes place at 3p.m. at Albany Law School, 80New Scotland Ave., Dean Alexander Moot Courtroom (Room 421). This event is free and open to the public. 2free CLE credits are available. Registration is requested. To register, please email Amy Gunnells at agunn@albanylaw.edu.

MEET JACK BARSKY: Jack Barsky, the KGB spy who lived in the Capital Region, is coming back for a book signing. Millions watched the CBS 60Minutes special on Jack Barsky in 2015. Now, in the fascinating memoir “Deep Under Cover,” the Soviet KGB agent tells his story of gutwrenching choices, appalling betrayals, his turbulent inner world, and the secret life he lived for years without getting caught. Come meet Jack Barsky and get your book signed at 7:30p.m. at Barnes & Noble, Colonie Center. RENSSELAER COUNTY WATER & SEWER AUTHORITY: Please take notice that a special meeting of the Rensselaer County Water and Sewer Authority will be held on Thursday, March 30, 2017, at 3p.m., in the offices of the Rensselaer County Bureau of Economic Development and Planning, Fifth Floor, 1600 Seventh Avenue, Troy, New York, to consider and/or act upon matters related to water and sewer infrastructure. 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/ Rensselaer Library. RUSTIC BARN: Open Mic with Kelly Maguire, 8p.m. 150 Speigletown Road, Troy. SOURCE NY: Farmers, craft beverage producers and other industry stakeholders from across the Capital Region are invited to attend the regional launch of Source NY at the Carey Institute for Global Good in Rensselaerville on March 30, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Source NY, created by the Carey Institute’s Sustainable Communities Program in partnership with Sourcemap, Inc and with funding from NYS Empire State Development Corporation’s Craft Beverage Market Grant, is a digital platform designed to connect farmers and craft beverage producers across New York State. The event will include a demonstration of how the platform functions as well as training sessions on how to register, make marketplace connections and create your own supply chain maps. Registration is required to attend the free launch. Email Greg Back or call 797-5100to sign up.

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 30, “Sponges,” 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.

Friday, March 31 BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Gaslight Theater Presents: ‘The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged).’ Enjoy the Bard’s complete works – humorously abbreviated – in one sitting. 6:30p.m., 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar.

BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Paint and Sip, 6 p.m. Call the library at 2794023to register. 4118State Highway 2, Troy.

CLEMENT ART GALLERY: “Living with Nature” by Shelly Valachovic, March 31 - April 26. Shelly and Pete built a cabin in the Adirondacks where they live completely off the grid. Shelly paints watercolors of the wildflowers and other intimate glimpses of subjects surrounding her. She also fashions beautiful Baskets from pine needles and Hemlock bark. Don’t miss this unique Show. Reception March 31,6p.m. to 9p.m. Clement Art Gallery, 201 Broadway, Troy.

EVERETT WAGAR SENIOR CENTER: Rensselaer County’s Everett Wagar Senior Center, 2Roxborough Road, Grafton, will hold an ice cream social following the noon lunch on Friday, March 31, sponsored by CDPHP. Reservations are required for a nutritious lunch, (suggested contribution of $3). All Rensselaer County seniors 60years of age are welcome. To make your reservations, please call 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 4p.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 4:30p.m. Call 237-4151 for more information.

FISH FRY DINNER: Every Friday through April 14 (Good Friday). Choose from Fish Fry, Fish&Chips, Seafood Platter and many more! 11 a.m. - 7p.m., Cohoes-Waterford Elks, 45N. Mohawk Street, Cohoes. Eat in or take-out. Call 235-3222 for take-out orders. FRIDAY FISH DINNERS: Latham K of C Friday Fish Dinners during Lent, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30p.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 2items $4; under 5 free. 328Troy Schenectady Road. Call 783-0572or visit http://www.lathamcoloniekofc.com for more information.

KATE MULLANY LECTURE: On Friday, March 31, at 6:30p.m., during Troy Night Out, Hudson-Mohawk Industrial Gateway “senior scholar” P. Thomas Carrollwill be at the Troy Public Library to discuss Kate Mullany and the National Significance of a Laundry Workers’ Strike. This program is free and open to the public. For more information call the library at 274-7071 or go online at www.thetroylibrary.org. The Troy Public Library is located at 100 2nd Street.

LENTEN DINNERS: The Poestenkill Christian Church, 721Snyder’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 286-2773for reservations or take-outs. For more information, call Barbara at 279-9458. PHOTOGRAPHY CENTER:

The Photography Center of the Capital District is proud to announce the opening of a special new exhibition of work by David Aimone and Florin Ion Firimita: “Etudes au Naturel,” featuring exquisite black and white photographs made with traditional film and darkroom techniques. Opening reception 5p.m. to 9p.m., 404River Street, Troy. Free and open to the public. The exhibit continues to May 24. RUSTIC BARN: North and South Dakotas, 8p.m. 150 Speigletown Road, Troy. Saturday, April 1

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, April 1, from 8a.m. - 11a.m. Cost is $8 for adults and $3.50for children under 10. Menu includes eggs, sausage, bacon, toast, home fries, pancakes, french toast, juice, coffee or tea. AURIEL CAMERATA: On Saturday, April 1, at 7:30 pm, Auriel Camerata, the Capital District’s premier choral ensemble, presents the majestic “Mass in

D” and choral song cycle “In Nature” by renowned composer, Antonin Dvořák, at the Church of the Immaculate Conception 400 Saratoga Road, Glenville. Tickets are available at the

door. Adults $25, Students $15, Plenty of Parking ~ Handicapped Accessible. BACKYARD POULTRY BASICS: Are you interested in raising chickens for eggs or meat production? Join us to learn more about basic poultry information to help get you started. Topics will include, breeds, animal handling, housing, feed requirements, and health management. 10 a.m. to noon, Easton Public Library, 1074NYS Route 40, Greenwich. To register for this free event visit https:// reg.cce.cornell.edu/ backyard poultry basics _201 or contact Tove Ford at 7653518. Walk-ins welcome. BEATLES TRIBUTE FUNDRAISER: The Capital Region’s premier Beatles tribute band, Hey Jude, will perform a fundraiser concert on Sat. April 1, from 8p.m. to 10p.m. at The American Legion, Joseph E. Zaloga Post 1520, 4Everett Rd. Albany. Doors open at 5:30p.m. Draft beer, wine, soda, and delicious hot/cold buffet are included with the show. Tickets are $25 advance and $30day of show. To purchase tickets, contact: 459-1520or 2095153.

CABIN FEVER PARTY: Suffering from the winter blues? Come out for a Cabin Fever Party to welcome spring, with a DJ, Open Air Photo booth, appetizers, desserts and a cash bar. Masks and costumes encouraged but not required. 6p.m. to 9p.m., Holiday Inn Express, 400Old Loudon Road, Latham. Tickets $20 in advance, $25the night of the party. All proceeds to benefit the American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life of Albany County. Purchase tickets at https://www. eventbrite.com/e/cabin-fever-party. For more infromation please call Theresa at 207-6859.

CHENEY LIBRARY BOOK SALE: Cheney Library in Hoosick Falls will have their First Saturday Book Sale from 9a.m. - 1p.m. on April 1 in the library. Many news sale books have been received in very good condition. Some look as if they have never been read, or if so then very gently. Hardcover will be $1and paperbacks 50cents. CORNER SHOPPE: Spring has sprung at the Corner Shoppe at Cornerstone Church, 5703rd Ave., North Troy, with a full line of spring clothing for the entire family. Spring decorating items- housewares, toys, jewelry, furniture etc. are at bargain prices. Visit Corner Shoppe on FB- www. facebook.com/CornerstoneChurchintheBurgh. Shop any Thursday or Saturday, 9 a.m. - 1p.m.

LOCAL AUTHOR DAY: Local authors will converge on the Barnes & Noble in Colonie Center from 1p.m. to 4 p.m. for Local Author Day. It will be a time to celebrate local successes, a chance for readers to connect with authors, and an opportunity for aspiring writers to speak with those who have made their dreams a reality. Authors will have copies of their books for sale and will be available for signings and discussions.

ROAST BEEF DINNER:

The Salem United Methodist church located at 349Shaver Road in West Sand Lake will be holding a Sliced Roast Beef Dinner on Saturday, April 1. Cost is $12per person. The dinner

runs from 4:30p.m. - 6 p.m, and the menu includes; Coleslaw, Sliced Roast Beef, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Vegetable of the day, Rolls and Butter, Pie, Coffee, tea and decaf . Reservations are appreciated and can be made by calling the church office, 6743106or Carol at 330-7609. Website; salemumcwsl. wordpress.com.

RUSTIC BARN: Skeleton Keys (Alex Mazur from Gratefully Yours) 9p.m. 150 Speigletown Road, Troy. SUMMER CAMP FAIR: Dozens of Capital Region summer camps will be on hand to highlight their summer camp offerings. 10a.m. to 2p.m., Hudson Valley Community College Campus: McDonough Sports Complex. Free admission and activities. More information at www.hvcc.edu/ kidscamps.

SWINGING ON A STAR GALA: The Community Hospice, Eddy Visiting Nurse Association (Eddy VNA), and Palliative Care Partners will host their inaugural fundraiser, “Swinging on a Star Gala,” Saturday, April 1, from 5:30p.m. – 11 p.m., at the new Rivers Casino & Resort, 1Rush St, Schenectady. Liz Bishop, WRGB CBS 6News anchor, will serve as mistress of ceremonies. The evening will feature cocktails and gaming at the casino, a mission auction, followed by a scrumptious cuisine dinner, with musical entertainment from The Refrigerators, and dancing. Tickets for the gala are $150each. Black tie optional. For more information or to attend, please contact (518) 482-4433, or register securely online at www. SwingingOnAStarGala.org.