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Wednesday, May 24
BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: 3:30p.m., Kids’ Art Class. 6p.m., Adult Yoga. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. COMMUNITY ACTION LUNCHEON: The 2017Community Action Luncheon is CEO’S opportunity to pay tribute not only to its customers for their ability to overcome challenges in the face of adversity, but to its community partners, staff, donors and volunteers for their continued support of CEO’s mission. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Hilton Garden Inn, 235Hoosick Street, Troy. To register and learn more, visit http://www.ceoempowers.org/ how-to- give/ events/community-actionluncheon-2/.
GOOGLE MARKETING SEMINAR: Join the fun & learn from Google Experts. 11:30a.m. Registration & Pizza; noon to 1 p.m. Google LiveStream Class, “Home Services Marketing Insights.” Sponsored & Hosted by Google. Lunch provided by SEO Web Mechanics. Manfred Real Estate Learning Center, 920Albany Shaker Road, Latham. Tickets are free. Register at https://www. eventbrite.com/e/googlepartners- connect-livestream-may-24-2017-tickets-32215473348.
MEET THE MAYORS: A panel discussion with the mayors of Cohoes, Rensselaer, Troy and Watervliet reporting on their respective municipalities and the impact of initiatives on businesses. 7:30a.m. registration, 8a.m. panel, Comfort Inn & Suites, 99Miller Road, Schodack. Register at http:// www.renscochamber.com/ events/meet-mayors. SPEIGLE ELDERS: The Speigle Elders will hold its second meeting of the month on Wednesday, May 24, featuring the annual Ice Cream Social. Menu includes vanilla ice cream with assorted toppings of strawberries, chocolate sauce, nuts, cherries and whipped cream and hosted by Table 1members. Final date for 2017-18 payment of dues is May 31. The newly appointed Social Committee will meet at 11:45 a.m. to plan trips, luncheons, and in-house events for the remainder of the year.
TROY SENIOR CENTER: Swimming 9a.m., Aerobics 9:30a.m. 19Third Street, Troy. WATERFORD MEMORIAL DAY PARADE: The Annual Waterford Memorial Parade will be held on Wednesday, May 24, at 7p.m. Kenneth Smith, a Vietnam veteran of the U.S. Air Force, will lead the parade as the 2017Grand Marshall. The Parade will line up at 5:45p.m .from Grace Street proceed to Saratoga Avenue and end at Soldiers and Sailors Park on Broad Street. Step off will be at 7 p.m. sharp. A wreath laying ceremony will be held in the park following the parade to honor our veterans both past and present.
WOMEN’S CLUB OF ALBANY: You’ve heard about Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Susan B. Anthony, and the Women’s Suffrage Movement, but did you know that there was a strong anti-suffrage movement, and some of the loudest voices were women fighting against the right to vote? On Wedneday, May 24, at 7p.m., the Woman’s Club of Albany (WCA) will host Deborah Emmons-Andarawis, curator at Historic Cherry Hill, for a special presentation on the topic. The anti-suffragettes even had their own soundtrack, and songs were written for both sides of the issue. As a special part of the evening’s fare, some of them will be performed by Tony Opalka and Mary Le Fleur. The event is free and open to the public. The Club is located at 725Madison Avenue, Albany.
Thursday, May 25
CORNER SHOPPE: The Corner Shoppe at Cornerstone Church will have its annual red, white & blue – buy one-get one sale starting immediately through end of May. There are lots of new summer clothes available for the entire family, and shoes, books, jewelry, toys, strollers and home décor. Shop any Thursday or Saturday from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. 570Third Ave., N Troy. For more information call 235-3851.
HIDDEN GARDEN TOUR: Troy’s popular annual Hidden Garden Tour invites the public into the private sanctuaries of city dwellers. The 18th annual fundraiser to benefit Troy’s Prospect Park held rain or shine on Thursday, May 25, from 4p.m. to 7:30p.m. The self-guided walking tour features approx. 30private backyard gardens in the Historic Sage College, Washington Park and adjoining neighborhoods of downtown Troy. Admission to the Hidden Garden Tour is $10. Tickets are available in advance online at http://troygarden.brownpapertickets.com or on the day of at the check-in-table at the Russell Sage College Parking lot. For information regarding the Hidden Garden Tour, visit: http://troygarden.brownpapertickets.com, call Tom at 461-3451or Jane at (703) 984-9765or email DCC@ DuncanCrary.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 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: Kyle Stanley, 8p.m., 150Speigletown Road, Troy.
TROY HOUSING AUTHORITY: There will be a Regular Meeting of the Members of Troy Housing Authority held on Thursday, May 25, at 4:30 p.m. at the Griswold Heights Apartments, 100Madison Ave, Troy. Persons with a hearing impairment may contact us through the Relay Service Line at 711or 1-800-662-1220. 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. Membership meeting 10:30a.m. Line Dancing with Uncle Sam Sparklers, 1p.m. 19 Third Street, Troy.
Friday, May 26
ALBANY, A WALKING TOUR: A guided walking tour highlighting downtown Albany’s historic places and magnificent architecture. Tours depart the Albany Visitors Center at Quackenbush Square at 11a.m. on the second Thursday and fourth Friday of every month from May to October. $3per person. BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: T/ Ween Book Club, 4p.m. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 279-4023or visit
www.brunswicklibrary.org for more information. CLEMENT ART GALLERY: Clement Frame & Art Gallery’s “Mid-Year Medley” (May 26- June 28) showcases an array of local artists’ work, together with a mix of talent from beyond our region. Opening Reception May 26, 5p.m. - 9p.m., 201Broadway, Troy on Monument Square. For more information call 2726811 or visit clementart. com.
DANCING WITH EVIE: Join Evie and friends for an evening of social dancing. Good music, great friends, and a beautiful mountain view setting. 7:30p.m. to 10p.m., Berkshire Hills Country Club. Admission: $12dancers, $5non dancers. Dinner is not included. Please call members tavern at (413) 447-9429to make your dining reservations. LATHAM K OF C GARAGE SALE: The Knights of Columbus in Latham will hold their annual garage sale on Friday, May 26and Saturday, May 27, from 9 a.m. to 4p.m. at the council located at 328Troy Schenectady Road ( Route 2). Large selection of furniture, kitchen ware (pots, pans, dishes, and glasses), vases and home décor, seasonal, linens and curtains, small electronics, baby items, toys, sports equipment, tools, books and lots of clothes. For more information visit www.lathamcol-
oniekofc.com. STORY WALK IN THE
PARK: Meet at Elm Avenue Park in Bethlehem to hear some stories and take a walk to exercise your mind and body, 10a.m. Gather under the trees at the head of the Fit Trail and wear appropriate footwear. For kids and families. For more information, call the Bethelehem Public Library at 439-9314or visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org.
Saturday, May 27
ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST: The Grafton Volunteer Fire Department, along with the Grafton Ladies Auxiliary, will serve an All You Can Eat Buffet Breakfast on Saturday, May 27, from 8a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Grafton VFW - Fire Hall on South Road (County Route 85) . On the menu: belgian waffles, Pancakes, French Toast, Eggs (made to order) , sausage gravy & biscuits, bacon, sausage, home fries, toast, orange juice, coffee, and milk. Cost is $10per adult, kids 12and under $5, kids 5and under free.
BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH: Community Meal, 1p.m. to 3p.m., 2165 Fifth Avenue, Troy. Call 274-4303for more information.
BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Drug Take-Back Day, 10a.m. to noon. Friends of the Library Book Sale, 10:30a.m. to 2 p.m. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 279-4023or visit www.brunswicklibrary.org for more information.