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Friday, May 12

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: 10a.m., Music and Movement. Songs, instruments, dancing, learning and fun. Children age 3-6attend by themselves in the Story Room, while babies and toddlers attend with a caregiver in the community room. 1p.m., Coffee & Conversation: Jia-yi He. This unique musical performer and harmonica virtuoso has played in concerts worldwide, as well as on “America’s Got Talent.” The hourlong program is followed by a coffee hour featuring beverages and light refreshments. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar.

DANCES OF UNIVERSAL PEACE: Dances of Universal Peace take place at Sadhana Center for Yoga and Meditation, 403Warren Street, Hudson, from 7p.m. to 9p.m. They are simple, participatory circle dances drawn from diverse sacred traditions to cultivate joy, peace, and integration within ourselves and in the greater world. Led by certified dance leaders of the Hudson Dance Circle. No experience needed; all ages welcome. By donation. Offered the second Friday of each month except July and August. For more information, contact Farid at 860-3108or email farid@ taconic.net.

GIFFY’S BBQ: The Troy Kiwanis Club is again holding their annual Giffy’s BBQ to raise money for much needed kids’ projects in the Troy area. 4p.m., St. Michael’s Church (Next to HVCC), 175 Williams Road, Troy. A $12ticket gets you a full ½ chicken dinner including baked potato, cole slaw, roll, butter, dessert and a drink. Eat in or take out. Call Dean for tickets at 322-0826.

HUDSON VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE: Student Honors and Awards Ceremony, 6p.m. to 8p.m., McDonough Sports Complex. This ceremony recognizes the college’s highest achieving graduates, who have earned a G.P.A. of 3.5or above as well as special award recipients. Invited students and their guests are welcome to attend this special event. There is no limit to the number of guests who may attend. Refreshments are served in the ice rink following the ceremony.

MAY BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION: Join the seniors at the Everett Wagar Senior Center, 2Roxborough Road, Grafton, on Friday, May 12, at 12:30 p.m. as they celebrate May birthdays with cupcakes donated by birthday chairperson Marcia Trask. If you have any questions, or if you would like to enjoy a noon lunch for a suggested donation of $3, please contact the center at 279-3413to reserve lunch.

NORTH COUNTRY ARTS: North Country ARTS will hold an opening reception on Friday, May 12, from 6 p.m. to 8p.m. for its ‘Youth Visions 2017’ exhibit at the North-Country ARTS Gallery at The Shirt Factory. The exhibit will display multi-media works by regional high school students from Warren, Washington, Hamilton, and Essex counties. The gallery is located in the Shirt Factory, Suite 114, 71Lawrence Street, in Glens Falls. The show runs from May 5to June 2.

RUSTIC BARN: The Refrigerators, 9p.m., 150Speigletown Road, Troy.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: Donny “Elvis” performs for lunch. Attendees must have a lunch reservation; call 2705348. 19Third Street, Troy.

WILLIAMS COLLEGE MUSEUM OF ART: Senior Studio Exhibition Reception, 7p.m. As contemporary as it gets, senior studio art students design and produce an exhibition of their work in the final semester of their college careers. Free. Visit wcma.williams.edu for more information.

WILLIAMS WIND ENSEMBLE: The Williams College Department of Music presents “Rhapsody in Blue Shades,” a concert with the Williams College Wind Ensemble featuring Gershwin’s “Rhapsody in Blue” and Frank Ticheli’s “Blue Shades,” conducted by the composer, in Chapin Hall on Friday, May 12at 8p.m. This free event is open to the public. Chapin Hall is located at 54Chapin Hall Drive in Bernhard Music Center on the Williams College campus. See www.williams.edu/home/campusmap/

Saturday, May 13

BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH: 10a.m., Discipleship Class; Facilitator Min. Linda Dukes.

COHOES PROUD CAR SHOW: The first annual Cohoes Proud Car Show to benefit the Cohoes Veteran Memorial Fund takes place Saturday, May 13, at 97Mohawk Street. Vendor setup 8 a.m. - 9a.m. Car registration 9 a.m. to noon. Awards at 3p.m. Free to spectators. Registration $15on the day of the show; $5discount to veterans. Dash plaques to the first 100 entrants. Food and beverages, music and door prizes. For more information contact the Cohoes Human Services Department at 514-8193or CohoesProudCarShow.com.

CORNER SHOPPE: Everything babies & kids is on sale, including clothing (huge selection), carriages, select toys. Visit for all things springhome décor, adult clothes, linens and housewares. Also available – books, jewelry, and puzzles–all at bargain prices. Shop any Thursday or Saturday, 9a.m. – 1p.m. at 570 3rd Ave., North Troy. For more information call 235-3851.

DANCING WITH EVIE: Join Evie and friends for an evening of social dancing and pizza. 7:30p.m. to 10p.m., Rudy’s Ballroom, 2038Rt. 295, Canaan. Admission $10. For more information please contact Evelyn Garstang at Roses2evie@aol.com.

GEORGI PLANT SALE: The Georgi on the Battenkill, located on Adam Lane in Shushan, will be hosting its Plant Sale inside and outside of the Community Room. Vendors are welcome at $10 per table. Interior vendor space is limited, and will be offered on a first come first serve basis. Outdoor space also available. Donations of plants and flowers welcome. Offerings from the Georgi gardens will be available. 2016 Members are allowed early shopping access at 8:30a.m.

HISTORIC HOMES TOUR: On the Saturday of Mother’s Day Weekend the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation, along with Honorary CoChairs Tamie Ehinger and Alex Willard, will welcome spring with the 2017Historic Homes Tour. This highly anticipated event offers the rare opportunity to see the interiors of historic homes in Saratoga Springs from 10a.m. to 4p.m. on May 13. This year’s tour features seven historic homes - 605North Broadway, 688 North Broadway, 795North Broadway, 2Clement Avenue, 53Greenfield Avenue, 36 Franklin Street, and 1Starbuck Lane – as well as Bethesda Episcopal Church and The Grove, the former St. John Neumann Residence at 233 Lake Avenue that has adapted into senior living apartments by Bonacio Construction. For more information or to purchase tickets please visit www.saratogapreservation.org or call 587-5030.

HOEDOWN HOMICIDE: Put on your cowboy boots and ten-gallon hats, and work that Texas drawl, it’s time for a hoedown. But when the win---

ner of the coveted Golden Spur Awardis found murdered, the fun really begins! Who done it? Come and be part of the guest audience, observe and interact with a cast full of possible killers, and try to solve the murder along with the sheriff. If you correctly name the person whodunit, you could win a prize. The fun starts at 6 p.m. on Saturday, May 13, at the Petersburgh Veterans Memorial Community Center, 71 Main Street, in Petersburgh. Adult tickets are $ 30 in advance; to reserve, call Tim 658-3453 or email jeanneferland@hotmail.com by monday May 8. Presented by Matinee Theatre Players. Proceeds to benefit Petersburgh Veterans Memorial Community Center and the Sand Lake Center for the Arts.

HONORING GRANDMA MOSES: “Celebrating Our Stories: Paintings in Words and Wool, Honoring Grandma Moses” is an art and oral history program on Saturday, May 13, that is free and open to all. Anna Mary Robertson “Grandma” Moses (1860-1961) rose to world-renown as a selftaught artist when she resided in Hoosick. Inspired by her life and work, Hoosick Falls’ community arts nonprofit CiviCure (Civic and Cultural Restoration) wants to spark a new generation of artists and story tellers. The program will open with a day of events, including an art-making workshop and an illustrated lecture on “Grandma Moses and Modernism,” on Saturday, May 13, at the Historic Barns of Nipmoose, 59Sherman Lane, Buskirk.

HYDE HALL CELEBRATES MOM: You are invited to the Celebrate Mom! Garden Party at Hyde Hall. Enjoy Tea and Treats on the Veranda, Fun Activities and Maypole Dancing, Mini Tours of Historic Hyde Hall, Photo Opportunities with Mom. See the New Lake Exhibit by the Cooperstown Graduate Program students. Enjoy an Enlightening Talk by Board Chair Dr. Gib Vincent about Historic Lake Otsego. 1p.m. to 4p.m., Hyde Hall Historic Mansion a National Historic Landmark, 267Glimmerglass State Park Road, Cooperstown. Free and Open to the Public. For further information visit HydeHall.org or call (607) 547-5098.

OLD TIME BARN DANCE: Fun, simple dances from the U.S. and around the World. For every age and ability. All dances will be taught. Circles, contras, squares. Partner and non-partner dances. 7:30p.m., Knox Octagon Barn, 588Middle Road (Rte. 262), Knox. Suggested Donation: $5Adults; $2Children - please bring a non-perishable food item or make a donation to the Food Pantry in memory of local volunteer Jean Forti. For more information, contact Paul at 482-9255, paul@ homespun.biz or www.danceflurry.org.

POESTENKILL HISTORICAL SOCIETY: Ken Gypson will have a restored stock car on display at our Heritage Center at 776Route 351on Saturday, May 13, from 11a.m. to 3p.m. (The rain date is Saturday, May 20). Previously the car was owned and driven by Gordon Film of Wynantskill for the 1964-1965racing seasons. Also on display from now until mid-June are Ken’s collection of memorabila from Pine Bowl Speedway and Route 66Speedway (Hollywood Bowl). Find us on Facebook under “Poestenkill Heritage Center” for more information.

RUMMAGE & PLANT SALE: Bethany Presbyterian Church, 21N. Lyons Ave., Menands, will hold its annual rummage and plant sale on Saturday May 13, from 9a.m. to 2p.m. in Folnsbee Hall. A $2bag sale will begin at 1p.m. Clothing and household items for sale. Come and browse.

RUSTIC BARN: Tapestry, 8 p.m., 150Speigletown Road, Troy.

STAINED GLASS STROLL: Stroll along Hoosick Falls’ Main Street USA from 9 a.m. to noon and view the historic and beautiful works of art in the stained glass of its churches while enjoying the vibrant spring of the village along the Hoosic River. Sponsoring churches: St. Mark’s Episcopal, First Baptist, First United Presbyterian, Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. All churches are within two blocks of each other in downtown Hoosick Falls.

THACHER NATURE CENTER: 8a.m., Bird Walk. Thacher Park is an Audubon Important Bird Area, recognized for a high density of songbirds, including many warbler species, as well as several at-risk species of raptors. Meet at the new Thacher Visitor Center to join a bird walk through varied habitats with Angelika Beckman. 11a.m., Wildflower Walk. It’s the height of blooming season for short-lived woodland wildflowers. We’ll look for Trillium, Jack-in-the-pulpit, Baneberry, Trout lily, and more. Meet at the Paint Mine parking area. Call 8720800to register.

Sunday, May 14

ANNUAL MOTHERS DAY BREAKFAST: 9a.m. to 11:30a.m., Cohoes-Waterford Elks, 45N. Mohawk Street, Cohoes. No charge for Elk Moms, All other Moms $4. Adults $8, children 4-12$4& children under 4are free. Carnation to the first 50Moms.

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Sunday Cinema, 2p.m. Watch “La La Land” (Lionsgate, PG-13, 128min.), a musical about finding love and success in Hollywood. 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar.

BIKE THE BRIDGE DAY: On Sunday, May 14, after honoring the moms in your life, head out to Hudson Crossing Park for an afternoon of bicycling fun at “Bike the Bridge Day” from 1p.m. to 4 p.m. Celebrate Mother Nature by being outdoors, enjoying locally produced food and biking the park trails, as well as the historic Dix Bridge across the Hudson River.

BYOB – Bring Your Own Bike. The free event is made possible by a grant from the Capital District Transportation Committee’s Traffic Safety Ambassadors Program and the support of Capital Coexist, Spa City Bicycleworks, Hudson Solar, Martin, Harding & Mazzotti, LLP, Welcome Stock Farm, King Brothers Dairy, and Cake! Hudson Crossing Park is located near Champlain Canal Lock 5off Rt. 4just north of Schuylerville. For more information, go to www.hudsoncrossingpark.org.

CAPITAL DISTRICT HUMANIST SOCIETY: A controversy erupted in 2003, with the placement in the Grand Canyon bookstores of a book entitled “Grand Canyon: A Different View,” in which contributors argued that the geologic section exposed in the Grand Canyon, and the canyon itself, are the result of ‘Noah’s Flood’. In 2016, eleven well-credentialed geologists published “The Grand Canyon: Monument to an Ancient Earth”, with the subtitle, “Can Noah’s Flood Explain the Grand Canyon?” Geologist Dr. Frank Wind will contrast the ideas put forth in these two references. Refreshments at 12:30p.m.; program at 1:15p.m. Room 224, Campus Center, Sage Colleges Albany Campus, New Scotland Ave. at Academy Road. Free admission.

FRENCH SONG CONCERT: La Fédération franco-américaine du NY and the Guilderland Public Library (GPL) cordially invite you to enjoy singer-songwriter Josée Vachon in a free concert of beloved French songs, on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 14, from 2p.m. to 3:30p.m, in the Helderberg (large) meeting room, Guilderland Public Library, 2228Western Ave, Guilderland. For more information, contact Margaret Lanoue, GPL, at 456-2400 ext. 2. Follow La Fédération’s Facebook page and website.

MOTHERS DAY BREAKFAST: Treat the special lady on Mother’s Day to breakfast at the Valley Falls VFW Post 1938, located on Poplar Ave., Sunday May 14, from 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. Adults over age 13$8, children 5-12$4.

MOTHERS DAY BREAKFAST: Menu includes: juice (orange, tomato, apple, cranberry), coffee, tea or hot chocolate, fruit cup, scrambled eggs, pancakes and French toast with warm syrup, home fries, corned beef hash, bacon, sausage, cereals & banana, Danish pastries, bagels, toast plus an omelet station. Free gift for Mom while supplies last. 8:30a.m. to 12:30p.m., Latham Colonie Knights of Columbus, 328Troy Schenectady Rd. (Rte. 2), Latham. All you can eat for only $9, children 5-10$4under 5free. For more information phone: 783-0572or visit www.lathamcoloniekofc.com.

MOTHERS DAY BREAKFAST BUFFET: Seatings from 9a.m. to 11:30a.m. $12 adults, $7children, under 5 free. Brunswick Elks lodge #2556, 665Brunswick Road, Troy. Parties of 6or more please reserve your table and time. For reservations call 279-1344or Mike at 286-1645.

MOTHER SINGS: A Mother’s Day recital: Deborah Rocco, soprano, and Michael Clement, pianist, perform art songs and arias depicting the many facets of motherhood. Includes “The Mystery”, a song cycle by Carlisle Floyd, and works by Richard Strauss, Debussy, Verdi, Puccini, and Purcell. 4p.m., Emmanuel Baptist Church, 275State Street in Albany. Admission free, donations appreciated. Information: 465-5161or mclement14@nycap.rr.com.

Monday, May 15 BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: 9:30a.m., What Is Facebook? Learn the hows and whys of this popular social media tool and find out how to create your own account. Bring your digital device if you have one. Sign up online at bethlehempubliclibrary.org or call. The Albany Guardian Society cosponsors. 2p.m., Craft, Color and Create. Get creative at one of several crafting stations (zentangle, puzzles, etc.) with some supplies provided, or bring your own knitting project. Snacks served. 7p.m., Trivia Night. Sign up alone or as a team and match wits with others. Prizes donated by the Friends. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar.

INTERFAITH STORY CIRCLE: Guest storyteller Stephanie Marie Fox, docent with the Iroquois Indian Museum in Howes Cave, is a dancer as well as a storyteller. Her stories moved because she draws from her vast experience as a dance instructor, storyteller and Iroquois studies educator. Share your own traditional or personal stories related to the theme, or just come to listen. 7p.m. to 9p.m., Unity Church, 21King Avenue, Albany. Free and open to the public. For further information, please contact Clairr Nolan at cbnolou@gmail.com or 209-6477, or visit www.withourvoice.org.

MASONS: The Mount Zion Masonic Lodge #311F.&A.M. will meet on Monday, May 15, at 7:30p.m. at the Troy Masonic Community Center, 39Brunswick Road, to elect their officers for 2017-18. Refreshments will be served following the meeting.

TROY HISTORY TALK: While the city of Troy was a bustling industrial center during the Civil War period, the lives of her workers reflected the same social, financial and emotional upheaval that had torn the nation apart. Local economic and political disparity led to the early and successful organization of labor, and related political affiliations. These factors were compounded by the first military conscription act in American history, which included provisions many considered onerously weighted against the laboring class. This turmoil led to what has been called the second most destructive draft riot in the nation in 1863. Hear Michael Barrett weave these stories together as the Troy Public Library continues to explore Activism in Troy. 6p.m., Main Library, 100Second Street.

Tuesday, May 16

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Craft, Color and Create: get creative at one of several crafting stations (zentangle, puzzles, etc.) with some supplies provided, or bring your own knitting project, 7p.m. - 8:30p.m. Snacks served. 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar. The Library budget vote takes place at Bethlehem Central High School from 7a.m. - 9p.m. The budget and one seat on the library board, with a five-year term, will be on the ballot.

MATINEE THEATER PLAYERS: It’s all fun and games on May 16as Sand Lake Center for the Arts - Matinee Theater Players presents the “Hoe Down Homicide”. Be a part of the guest audi- ence listening to the clues and figuring out who the murderer is. Not only do you get to solve a murder, but you also get to hear some of your favorite cowboy tunes, have a drink and eat some homemade sweets. The show begins at 2p.m. All included for $10per person. Prepaid reservations can be made at www.slca-ctp.org or call674-2007. SLCA is located at 2880NY 43, Averill Park, and is fully handicapped accessible with free parking.

NIGHT SKY ADVENTURE: Educators from the Dudley Observatory, in conjunction with volunteers from the Albany Area Amateur Astronomers group, present astronomy lessons, planetarium shows and night sky viewing (weather depending). Amateur astronomers and families are invited to bring binoculars or telescopes. One or more telescopes will be provided for public use. This month’s lesson is “Space weather and solar flares.” 8p.m., miSci - Museum of Innovation and Science, 15 Nott Terrace Heights, Schenectady. Cost: Admission to miSci ($10.50adult, $7.50 child age 3-12, $9senior 65+), Free for miSci members. For more information, visit www.DudleyObservatory.org.

POESTENKILL SENIORS: The Poestenkill Seniors hold weekly meetings every Tuesday at 1p.m. at the Sullivan-Jones VFW post in Poestenkill. All seniors are welcome. Coffee and refreshments are served after the meeting, followed by bingo and cards. The hall is handicapped accessible with sufficient parking. The Poestenkill Seniors hold catered luncheons, clamsteams and fish frys at various restaruants. Best of all, they go on bus trips to casinos and other points of interest. Dues are $10a year.

RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Computer Help. Every Tuesday from 1p.m. - 3 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 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.

SCHOOL OF ROCKOPEN HOUSE: Join School of Rock on Tuesday, May 16, for an open house from 4 p.m. to 8p.m. at Newton Plaza, 592New Loudon Rd, Latham. Visitors will get to tour the school, learn about its programs for students of all ages, and schedule a free lesson with a School of Rock teacher. At School of Rock, performers learn from real life experiences in the world of music and a trial lesson is the first step to rockin’ out. To learn more about School of Rock or this event, please visit Facebook.com/SchoolOfRockAlbany/ or call 783-7625.

Wednesday, May 17 BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Celebrate the end of spring storytime with an interactive bubble extravaganza with Jeff Boyer, whose shows combine comedy, science and fun, 10a.m. and 7p.m. For kids and families. 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar.

BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: 3:30p.m., Kids’ Art Class. 6p.m., Adult Yoga. 4118State Highway 2, Troy.

COHOES-WATERFORD ELKS: Ham Dinner, Mashed Potatoes and Vegetable. 4 p.m. – 7p.m., 45N. Mohawk Street, Cohoes. Call 2353222for Take-Out Orders. Price $8.

EVERETT WAGAR SENIOR CENTER: Rensselaer County’s Cooperative Extension will be on hand at the Everett Wagar Senior Center on Wednesday, May 17, at 11a.m., for the monthly Eat Smart – Live Strong cooking demonstration. There will be free recipes and samples for everyone who attends. Please stay for the Nutrition Department’s monthly special dinner at noon. This month’s theme will be “Mother’s Day,” with entertainment by Santa Lucia and a 50⁄50 drawing. Suggested donation of $3. Reservation required for lunch, please call 279-3413.