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Sunday, April 9

ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST: The Cohoes Knights of Columbus will have their AllYou-Can-Eat Breakfast Buffet on Palm Sunday, April 9,at 255Remsen St., Cohoes from 8:30a.m. to 11:30a.m., with an omlet station and hash Adults $8; children under five are free.

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Sunday Cinema: Watch “The Light Between Oceans” (Walt Disney Studios, PG-13, 132min.) about a lighthouse keeper and his wife living off the coast of Western Australia who raise a baby they rescue from a drifting rowing boat, 2p.m. 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar. BREAKFAST WITH THE EASTER BUNNY: Mechanicville Stillwater Elks Lodge will host Breakfast with the Easter Bunny on Sunday, April 9, from 9a.m. to noon at their Park Avenue, Mechanicville location. Prices are $7adults, $3for children 6-12years, and free for under 6years. Sherriff’s Department fingerprinting will also be available. Call 664-3345for more information.

CRAFT SHOW: Country Folk Art Craft Show, April 7-9, McDonough Sports Complex, Hudson Valley Community College, Troy. Sunday hours 10a.m. to 4p.m. Admission $7. Free parking. Discount coupons available at CountryFolkArt.com.

EASTER BUNNY BREAKFAST: Join the St. Jude the Apostle Knights of Columbus on Palm Sunday, April 9, from 8a.m. - 11a.m. for the Monthly K of C “All You Can Eat” Pancake breakfast and see the Easter Bunny at Damman Hall. The Easter Bunny will arrive at 8:30a.m. along with an Easter Egg Hunt for the kids starting at 10:30a.m. Breakfast includes “All You Can Eat” pancakes, eggs, hash browns, sausage, bacon, coffee, juice, fruit, bagels, cereal, sweets, and more. Can’t stay? Grab a to go container. Kids 5and under are free, adults $8, kids under 12$4. Damman Hall is located at St Jude the Apostle School, 24Dana Ave in Wynantskill. For more information, contact the St Jude the Apostle Parish Office at 283-1162.

GHOSTS OF GHOST SURGERY: “Ghost surgery” referred to when another person (usually a resident or intern) performed your surgery rather than your surgeon, unbeknownst to you. Though this is no longer practiced, there may be “concurrent surgery,” when a surgeon schedules two or more procedures concurrently and usually without the patient’s prior knowledge. Dr. Michael C. Brannigan, recently appointed Dean of Spiritual Life at The College of Saint Rose will examine the ethical issues regarding the process of informed consent, and highlight the critical role of communication and language in healthcare settings and decision-making. 1:15p.m., Room 224, Campus Center, Sage Colleges Albany Campus, New Scotland Ave. at Academy Road, Albany. Refreshments served at 12:30p.m. This free event is presented by the Capital District Humanist Society.

GREENBUSH HISTORICAL SOCIETY: ”Did Adam and Eve really bite into an “apple” ? What is Citizen Genet’s connection to the apple industry ? Was Johnny Appleseed a real person or a folk hero ? Find the answers to these any many more questions about the origin of the “apple” in America on Sunday, April 9, at 2p.m. at the East Greenbush Library. Ray Lempka and his wife Sue are longtime farmers and owners of the former Appleland [now Kristy’s Barn , Castleton-on-Hudson ] Their talk will describe the history and many uses for the apple as well as the progress made in finding new and better tasting varieties. The program is free and all are welcome. MONTHLY BREAKFAST:

The Auxiliary from Valley Falls VFW Post 1938located on Poplar Ave. will have their monthly breakfast Sunday, April 9, 8a.m. - 11a.m. Menu consist of eggs made to order, French Toast, Pancakes, sausage, bacon, toast, fried potatoes, coffee, juice, fruit and biscuits with sausage gravy. Cost is adults over age 13$8children 5-12$4.

ST. JOSEPH’S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH: Palm Sunday Weekend Mass, Sunday, April 9at 9:30a.m., with the blessing and distribution of Palms. A bake sale will be held from 8:45a.m. to 10:30 a.m. in the Gathering Area of the church, located at 600 State Street, (corner of State and Lafayette Streets), Schenectady. More information is available by calling 374-4466, Ex.13.

STEPHENTOWN HERITAGE CENTER: The Stephentown Historical Society will host a fresh selection of local artisans on Saturday, April 8, from 10a.m. to 4p.m. and Sunday, April 9, from 1p.m. to 4p.m. at the Stephentown Heritage Center at the corner of Staples and Garfield Roads in Stephentown. A reception will be held on Sunday when the public can meet the artisans and talk about their work. New this year will be photography, pottery, illustrating, jewelry making, and fly tying. The event is free and open to all. The Stephentown Heritage Center is handicapped accessible.

STORY SUNDAY: “Stories and Traditions From the Iroquois Longhouse,” the 124th Story Sunday, with Kay Olan and Tom Porter. 5p.m., The Glen Sanders Mansion, 1Glen Ave., Scotia. $34for newcomers, $37(includes entertainment, a three-course meal, coffee/tea, tax and tip). Call 384-1700, email kate@katedudding.com or visit www. storysunday.org for more information.

SUNDAY FEATURE FILM: Join the Troy Public Library for the Sunday Feature Film series at the Main Branch, 100 Second Street, spotlighting classic films of the 1940s and 1950s. April 2, “How to Marry a Millionaire” 2p.m. This program is free and open to the public. Advanced registration is required. For more information and to register, call the library at 274-7071or online at www.thetroylibrary.org. THEATER VOICES: Theater Voices will present a staged reading of “100Saints You Should Know” by Kate Fodor, directed by Michael Kennedy. Performances will be held at Steamer No. 10Theatre, 500 Western Avenue, Albany, on Friday, April 7, at 8p.m.;

Saturday, April 8, at 3p.m. and 8p.m.: and Sunday, April 9, at 3p.m. Admission is free. For more information, contact info@theatervoices.org or 438-5503. UKRAINIAN EASTER BAZAAR: On April 9from noon to 4p.m., discover Ukrainian culture via displays and demonstrations of making pysanky, the elaborately decorated eggs, as well as embroidered textiles, ceramics and wooden crafts available for purchase. Hot foods for dining-in and cold foods for take-out will be available for purchase. Free admission Presented by the Ukrainian American Women’s League & St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church at 2410 Fourth Ave, Watervliet.

Monday, April 10

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: 10a.m., Topics in Microsoft Excel. Take your Excel knowledge to the next level as you learn how to merge an address list onto labels or envelopes, sort and filter your data, and more. Sign up online at bethlehempubliclibrary.org or call 439-9314. 1:30 p.m., Daybooks: Discuss “The Things We Keep” by Sally Hepworth. Copies are available at the information desk. Large-print audio and downloadable copies may be available. 6p.m., library board meeting, open to the public. 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar.

BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Bridge Club, 1 p.m. to 3p.m. 4118State Highway 2, Troy.

CIVIL RIGHTS THEN AND NOW: On Monday, April 10, at 6p.m., Paul Murray will be at the Troy Public Library to discuss “The Civil Rights Movement: Then and Now.” Professor Murray, a veteran of the Civil Rights Movement, received his Ph.D. from Florida State University in 1972. He joined the Siena College Sociology Department in 1979and retired in 2016. This program is free and open to the public. For more information and to register call the library at 274-7071or go online at www.thetroylibrary.org. The Troy Public Library is located at 1002nd Street, Troy. HOLY WEEK SPRING REVIVAL: Rev. Linda Dukes, Bethel Baptist Church,Troy, 7p.m. Sponsored by Fifth Avenue A.M.E. Zion, 1895th Avenue,Troy.

HONOR A DECEASED VETERAN: The Rensselaer County Honor a Deceased Veteran Program honors John Joseph McCann at this month’s ceremony on April 10at 8:30a.m. in the Legislative Chambers, Third Floor of the County Office Bldg. located at 1600Seventh Avenue, Troy. John served in the United States Navy during World War II aboard the USS Cross, a Destroyer Escort Ship that saw action in the Pacific Theatre, and was awarded the WWII Victory Medal, The American Campaign Medal and an Asiatic Pacific Campaign Medal with 1star. After his service, John began a family while working in the Security Section of the Ford Motor Company in Green Island. John was a member of The North Albany American Legion, Post 1610. For more information contact The Rensselaer County Veterans Service Agency at 270-2760.

LANDIS ARBORETUM: Join members of the Landis Arboretum Garden Club in Esperance as they clean up the Van Loveland Perennial Garden near the Farmhouse from 10a.m. to noon. Tasks include raking, cutting dead plant material, edging, and fertilizing. Gardening gloves, shears, and hats are recommended. Members and nonmembers: free. Donations to the Arboretum gratefully accepted. Please check the Landis website at www. landisarboretum.org for any updates.

PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB: Old pro, amateur, new to photography? By popular request, on April 10at 6p.m., local photographer Dave Koschnick will hold a meeting at the Cohoes Public Library to discuss the creation of a Photography Club. What would you like to get out of a photography club? How often should the club meet? Should it offer an opportunity to have your work critiqued with the goal of improving your work? Should it have regular (i.e. monthly) photo challenges? Should it have regular member shows? Join the new group to help determine its course. Updates on www.Facebook. com/JunklyardWatchdogArts.

SPAGHETTI DINNER: The Lansingburgh Boys & Girls Club will hold their 52nd annual Spaghetti Dinner (Testo’s meatballs & sauce, Bella Napoli bread and SnowMan ice cream) on Monday, April 10, from 5p.m. - 7p.m. Take outs will also be available from 11:30a.m. - 1:30p.m. and 5p.m. - 7p.m. The cost is $8for adults and $3.50for children. All proceeds will go to the Lansingburgh Boys & Girls Club.

WATERVLIET HISTORICAL SOCIETY: The monthly meeting of the Watervliet Historical Society will be held Monday, April 10, at 6:30p.m. at the Watervliet Senior Center, 1545Broadway. Following the meeting will be a presentation by the Erie Canal Cruise Line of Herkimer, for the purpose of setting up a day trip on the Canal. Lunch, a cruise on the Canal and passage through a lock will be included. Anyone interested is welcome to attend.

WILLIAMS COLLEGE: Doctor and reproductive justice advocate Willie J. Parker will speak at Williams College at 8p.m. Monday, April 10, in Griffin Hall, room 3. Parker will discuss his experience and his thoughts on the future of the reproductive justice movement. There will also a book signing at the end of the event for his new book, Life’s Work: A Moral Argument for Choice. This event is free and open to the public. For building locations on the Williams campus, please call the Office of Communications at (413) 597-4277, or visit www.williams.edu/map.

Tuesday, April 11

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: AfterDinner Too, 7 p.m. Discuss “Girl at War: A Novel” by Sara Novic. Copies are available at the information desk. Large-print audio and downloadable copies may be available. 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar. EAGLES: The Lansingburgh Fraternal Order of Eagles Aere #3773will meet on Tuesday, April 11, at 7p.m. at their rooms at 513Fifth Avenue, Lansingburgh (North Troy).

EAST SIDE SENIORS: The regular East Side Seniors meeting will be held on April 11at the American Legion Post, Main Street, Wynantskill. Meetings start at 1p.m., preceeded by the pledge to the flag, at 12:30 p.m. Team 5will be the hosts for lunch. A reminder: All balances for the Wildwood trip must be paid in full by April 28to secure your reservations. Come join us for a nice lunch, followed by games. HOLY WEEK SPRING REVIVAL: Rev. Dr. Damone Paul Johnson- Metrololitan NTM Baptist Church- Albany, 7 p.m. Sponsored by Fifth Avenue A.M.E. Zion, 1895th Avenue,Troy. POESTENKILL SENIORS: The Poestenkill Seniors hold weekly meetings every Tuesday at 1p.m. at the SullivanJones VFW post in Poestenkill. All seniors are welcome. Coffee and refreshments are served after the meeting. RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Computer Help. Every Tuesday from 1p.m. - 3p.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. SCOPES TRIAL: Author and professor Edward Larson ‘74 will present “The Legend and Legacy of the Scopes Trial” at Williams College on Tuesday, April 11, at 4:15 p.m. in Wege Auditorium as this year’s Phi Beta Kappa Sterling Speaker. Larson will compare the factual and fictional accounts (e.g. the play and film “Inherit the Wind”) of this trial and provide commentary about the cultural legacy of the trial and the film. A free screening of the 1960film version of “Inherit the Wind” is being held at Images Cinema in Williamstown on Monday, April 10. Larson’s talk is also free and open to the public. For building locations on the Williams campus, please call the Office of Communications at (413) 597-4277or visit www.williams.edu/map. SOCIETY OF AMERICAN MAGICIANS: The local group of The Society of American Magicians, Assembly #24, meets at 7:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday of the month at the S. W. Pitts Hose Co. of Latham on Old Loudon Road in Latham. All adults over the age of 18 with any interest in the art of magic are welcome, whether it be: performance, history, collecting or purely entertainment to join us for a fun evening. For more information, visit WWW.SAM24.org. TROY PUBLIC LIBRARY: Board meeting, Main Library, 100Second Street. Finance committee meeting, 5:15 p.m. Board of Trustees meeting, 5:30p.m.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: Art for Vets meet every Tuesday at 10:30a.m. Creative Expression through the Arts. Come see their art on display. Are you interested in joining? Stop in on Tuesday at 19Third Street, Troy.

WILLIAMS COLLEGE: Artist Lynette Wallworth will speak at Williams College on Tuesday, April 11, at 7:30 p.m. in the ‘62Center MainStage. Audience members will have the opportunity to view the 15-minute film, “Collisions,” using virtual reality headsets in the lobby of the MainStage preceding the talk. Tickets are free but required. Reserve by calling the ‘62Center Box Office at (413) 597-2425TuesdaySaturday, 1p.m. - 5p.m. or book online at 62center. williams.edu/box-office/. Tickets will also be available at the door.

Wednesday, April 12

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Pajama-rama, 7p.m. Wear your PJs and bring a stuffed friend to enjoy some fun and stories before bedtime. Up to age 6 with family and friends. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. EVERETT WAGAR SENIOR CENTER: Rensselaer County’s Everett Wagar Senior Center, 2Roxborough Road, Grafton, hosts Rensselaer County’s Cooperative Extension on Wednesday, April 12, at 11am, for the monthly Eat Smart – Live Strong cooking demonstration. There will be free recipes and samples for everyone who attends. Please stay for a nutritious meal at noon for a suggested donation of $3, available Monday through Friday to all Rensselaer County seniors 60years and older. Reservation required for lunch, please call 279-3413.

HOLY WEEK SPRING REVIVAL: Rev. Richard D. Turpin, Second Baptist ChurchCatskill, 7p.m. Sponsored by Fifth Avenue A.M.E. Zion, 1895th Avenue,Troy. SPEIGLE ELDERS: The Speigle Elders l hold their first meeting of the month at 12:30p.m. on Wednesday, April 12, with the monthly charity collection. There will be a speaker who will provide information and updates on Alzheimer’s disease, which affects so many of today’s seniors as well as younger citizens with early onset. Following the business meeting and talk, refreshments will be provided by Table 6members.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: Swimming 9a.m., Aerobics 9:30a.m. Easter Egg coloring.19Third Street, Troy. WATERVLIET PUBLIC LIBRARY: Drop-In Poetry with Troy Poem Project. Wednesday, April 12, 4p.m. - 7p.m. Celebrate National Poetry Month with the Troy Poem Project. Local poet Meghan Marohn will set up shop at the library with her Remington typewriter and imagination. Stop by to chat with her, and she’ll write you a poem based on what you discuss. Watervliet Public Library, 1501Broadway Watervliet. WILLIAMS COLLEGE: Professor of Music and Africana Studies Timothy Rommen of University of Pennsylvania School of Arts and Sciences gives a lecture titled, “Tools for Un-islanding? The Creole Geographies of Dominica’s Popular Music” on Wednesday, April 12, at 4:15p.m. in Room 30of Bernhard Music Center, 54 Chapin Hall Drive on the Williams College campus. This lecture is sponsored by the Class of 1960Scholars Fund. Elizabeth McGrath, assistant professor of physics and astronomy at Colby College, will deliver the Clare Boothe Luce Guest Lecture, “Formation and Evolution of the Most Massive Galaxies in the Universe,” at Williams College at 7p.m. in room 203 of the Thompson Physics Building. Both lectures are free and open to the public. See www.williams.edu/ home/campusmap/. WOMEN’S CLUB OF VALLEY FALLS: The next meeting of the Women’s Club will be held on Wednesday, April 12at noon, at the Masonic Temple in Schaghticoke. Mr. Vince Bonafede along with his wife and sister, as members of the Albany Senior Orchestra, will be performing a musical program. Refreshments will be served.

Thursday, April 13

BCC JAZZ ENSEMBLE: Wingate Residences at Melbourne Place will welcome the Berkshire Community College Jazz Ensemble on Thursday, April 13at 1:30 p.m. Singer Judy McNutt will accompany the group of seven students as they entertain the audience with lively sounds from the piano, drums and guitar. This event is free and open to the public, but space is limited. Please RSVP by calling (413) 499-1992. Wingate Residences at Melbourne Place is located at 140Melbourne Road, Pittsfield. BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: 4p.m., Lego Club. We supply the Legos; you supply the imagination. Build structures and make friends. For kids and families. 7p.m., Harry Potter Trivia. Test your knowledge and see if you are a wizard or a muggle. Questions will come from all seven books in the series. For all ages. Prizes donated by the Friends. Sign up online at bethlehempubliclibrary. org or call 439-9314. 451 Delaware 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/ CornerstoneChurchintheBurgh. Shop any Thursday or Saturday, 9a.m. - 1p.m. CREATING A TIMELESS WORKPLACE: “Bridging the Generation Gap: Creating a Timeless Workplace,” an informative panel discussion focusing on how to leverage assets of multi-generations in the workplace to strengthen relationships and improve productivity. 7:30 a.m., Registration & Breakfast, main program 8a.m. to 9a.m. Renaissance Albany Hotel, 144State Street, Albany. $35Rensselaer County Regional Chamber of Commerce Members; $50Member Walk-ins; $70Future Members. Register online at http://www.renscochamber. com/events/view/31253/ date/2017-04-13.

HOLY WEEK SPRING REVIVAL: Rev. Mary Wallacem Ebenezer Baptist ChurchAlbany, 7p.m. Sponsored by Fifth Avenue A.M.E. Zion, 1895th Avenue,Troy. RENSSELAER COUNTY IDA: The Rensselaer County Industrial Development Agency will conduct an Audit Committee meeting at 3p.m. and a regular meeting at 4 p.m. on Thursday, April 13. The meetings will be held in the Rensselaer County Industrial Development Agency Conference Room, 3rd floor, at the Quackenbush Building, 333Broadway, Troy. RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Computer Help. Every Thursday from 5:30 p.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 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 Steve Keller, 8p.m. 150 Speigletown Road, Troy.

ST. JOSEPH’S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH: On Holy Thursday, April 13. the Mass of the Lord’s Supper will be celebrated at 5:30 p.m., followed by the Procession of the Blessed Sacrament to the Repository. The Church will be open until 10 p.m. for public adoration. 600State Street, (corner of State and Lafayette Streets), Schenectady. 600State Street, (corner of State and Lafayette Streets), Schenectady. More information is available by calling 374-4466, Ex.13. TRIVIA FUNDRAISER: Revolution Hall at 417River Street in Troy is graciously hosting a fundraising event for the Troy Public Library on Thursday, April 13from 6 p.m. - 9p.m. Come out for a fun night of Trivia and Prizes with Scott Mumford of “Catch the Mania- Upstate NY.” Tickets are available at both the Main Library (100 Second Street) and the Lansingburgh Branch (27114th Street). Sign up individually or as a team of 4-8. Tickets are $20and include your trivia and appetizers. Cash bar. Come out and support your library and have some fun! Please contact the library at 274-7071or 2355310if you need further details or have any questions. TROY GROTTO: The Troy Grotto will meet on Thursday, April 13, at 7:30p.m. at the Troy Masonic Community Center, 39Brunswick Road. A dinner will be served predeeding the meeting, where spring and summer events will be planned.

TROY HOUSING AUTHORITY: There will be a regular meeting of the members of Troy Housing Authority held on Thursday, April 13, at 4:30p.m. at the Taylor Apartments, 125River Street, Troy. Persons with a hearing impairment may contact us through the Relay Service Line at 711or 1-800662-1220.

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

WILLIAMS COLLEGE MUSEUM OF ART: “Envisioning Curatorial Practice,” a Talk with Sarah Shultz. What does it mean to curate the social? Schultz will explore the role of social interaction and creative participation in museum practice. Thursday, April 13, 7p.m. Free. Visit wcma.williams.edu for more information.

Friday, April 14

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: 1p.m.,Coffee & Conversation: Theories of Laughter. What makes something funny? Take a look at the history, theory and function of laughter using contemporary comedy as a backdrop. This hourlong program is followed by a coffee hour featuring beverages and light refreshments. 3:30 p.m., Origami Club. Create a project with us, bring something you want to work on, or just brush up on the basics, 3:30p.m. For kids and families. 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar.

EASTER EGG COLORING: Bring the grandkids, nieces and nephews to Rensselaer County’s Everett Wagar Senior Center, 2Roxborough Road in Grafton, and join our seniors in coloring Easter eggs on Friday, April 14, at 10:30a.m. Colored eggs will be distributed to our homebound seniors and seniors at the center. Enjoy lunch at noon (Egg Salad Cold Plate) for a suggested donation of $3for seniors 60years of age and older; all children will be paid for in conjunction with PVMCC and the Stewarts grant. All Rensselaer County seniors welcome. Reservations required for lunch by calling 279-3485. 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 4:30p.m. Call 237-4151for 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 235-3222for 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 2 items $4; under 5free. 328 Troy Schenectady Road. Call 783-0572or visit http:// www.lathamcoloniekofc.com for more information. LENTEN DINNERS: The Poestenkill Christian Church, 721Snyder’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 takeouts. For more information, call Barbara at 279-9458. RUSTIC BARN: The Bear Bones Project, 8p.m. 150 Speigletown Road, Troy.

ST. JOSEPH’S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH:

On Good Friday, April 14, the Church will open at noon for private meditation with the following services during the day: 12:15p.m., The Seven Last Words; 2:30p.m., Stations of the Cross; and 3 p.m., The Liturgy of the Passion and Death of our Lord, including Veneration of the Cross and a Holy Communion Service. 600State Street, (corner of State and Lafayette Streets), Schenectady. More information is available by calling 374-4466, Ex.13.

Saturday, April 15

ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST: Home made all-youcan-eat breakfast cooked to order and served at your table, 8a.m. to 11a.m., Eagle Mills Christian Church, 1 Maple Avenue (corner of Maple and Rte. 2), Troy. This month’s special is Banana Walnut Pancakes. Adults $8, children under 10$4. 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/ CornerstoneChurchintheBurgh. Shop any Thursday or Saturday, 9a.m. - 1p.m. DEFENSIVE DRIVING CLASS: Defensive Driving class for St. Peter’s Health Partners employees, family and friends, presented by the National Traffic Safety Institute, sponsored by Liberty Mutual. Save 10% on your liability & collision insurance for 3renewal years. Reduce up to 4points on your driving record. 9a.m. to 3:30p.m., Conference Rooms A& B, Across from the Cafeteria at St. Mary’s Hospital. $22per person; payment due the day of class. Please make checks out to NTSI. Pre-registration is required with complete contact information. To register call 268-5727or email Event.SMH@sphp. com.