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Sunday, July 9

CLIMATE CHANGE: In “Hell and High Water: New York Responds to Climate Change,” Mark Lowery will describe anticipated future effects of climate change, the level of greenhouse gas emissions reductions needed to avoid catastrophic effects, and New York State programs to reduce greenhouse emissions and adapt to unavoidable effects of climate change. The program will include a description of the state’s Climate Smart Communities program, which supports local climate action, and ways for individuals to be involved. Refreshments at 12:30 p.m.; program at 1:15 p.m. Room 224, Campus Center, Sage Colleges Albany Campus, New Scotland Ave. at Academy Road, Albany. Free admission. Presented by the Capital District Humanist Society. For details and directions call 533-2666, or visit www.humanistsociety.org. GRANT COTTAGE: Mark Twain Erupts, 1 p.m. Mark Twain was one of the most prolific and acerbic commentators on religion and politics in his time; his words are remarkably relevant to today’s headlines, over 100 years after his death. He also knew how to poke fun at himself, a talent sadly lacking in many public figures today. Living historian and ordained Baptist minister Rev. Jim Ketcham presents a program as Mark Twain, using Twain’s own words to describe “the whole damned human race.” Fine art photographer Craig Murphy will be onsite (weather permitting) to share the magic of 1860’s tintype photography with visitors from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tintypes created will be available for purchase and may include volunteer subjects. 1000 Mt. Get listed: Submit items for the calendar at CALENDAR@TROYRECORD.COM. McGregor Road, Wilton. LIBRARY MINI-GOLF: For one afternoon, the Behtlehem Public Library will transform into an 18-hole miniature golf course where golfers of all ages, from pros to duffers, can enjoy this favorite family pastime inside the library’s delightfully climate-controlled environs. 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Regular library services will be limited. Sponsored by the Friends of Bethlehem Public Library. 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar.

MIDDLEFIELD COMMUNITY DAY: The Town of Middlefield Historical Community Day will be held on Sunday July, 9 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Craft Vendors, Hot food & bake sale; live music featuring the Small Town Big Band; tours of the School House Museum with historical artifacts on display; local produce including honey and maple syrup. Old District No 1 Schoolhouse, County Highway 35, Middlefield. For more information visit www. middlefieldhistory.org.

MILK BOTTLE PICNIC: The 14th annual New York-New England Milk Bottle Collectors Show & Picnic will be held Sunday, July 9, from 8 a.m. - 2p.m. at Burton Hall in North Easton. The public is welcome to bring bottles to buy, sell, swap or just enjoy browsing. Tables will be provided as will food and drinks. For more information call Joe Archambeault (692-7803), Jim Wilcox (692-9854) or Burton Hall (Show Day Only, 692-2678).

MUSIC COMPANY ORCHESTRA: The Music Company Orchestra is a 70-piece all volunteer community orchestra, conducted by Dr. Gerald Lanoue, bringing live orchestral music to audiences throughout the Capital District, with light classical & pops repertoire. The orchestra holds a free concert on July 9 at 7 p.m. Freedom Park, Scotia (next to Jumpin’ Jacks). Visit www.mcomusic.org for more information and “like” them on Facebook.

SARATOGA SPRINGS SUMMER STROLL: Gloria May will lead a tour of Broadway focusing on the sights and sounds of Broadway in 1874. A year of sophistication and excitement, 1874 Saratoga Springs was home to four grand hotels and a bustling lifestyle. Walk back in time to discover what has changed and what has remained the same in the historic downtown. Meet at the NW Corner of Congress Street & Broadway (Vent Fitness) at 10:30 a.m.$5 for SSPF members

| $8 non-members. Tours are rain or shine. Allow 90 minutes. Requires walking and standing and covers varied terrain. For the full list of summer strolls, additional information, or to preregister, please visit www.saratogapreservation.org or call 5875030.

VAN SCHAICK MANSION: The historic Van Schaick Mansion in Cohoes will be open to the public on Sunday, July 9, between the hours of 10a.m. and 3p.m. Admission to the grounds and cemetery is free, guided tours of the mansion are a $5 donation, free to military families. See the Mansion on Facebook @VanSchaickMansionProject and on the web www.vanschaickmansion. org.

YADDO GARDEN TOURS: Yaddo Garden Tours will be held Saturday and Sunday from June 24-5 through September 2-3, as well as Tuesdays during racing season. Tours of Garden only include sharing the history of the Trask Family, the Mansion and history of the Yaddo gardens. The aura, spirituality and creative energy that permeates Yaddo is discussed. Docent-led tours begin 11 a.m. at the main fountain near the entrance gate to the garden.

Tours last about one hour, for $10/person. Special guided docent-led tours of the Yaddo gardens can be arranged at a date and time convenient for your group. Contact Yaddo at 5840746 or www.Yaddo. org for more information.

Monday, July 10

ACTING SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE: The Blue Horse Repertory Acting School is hosting an open house on Monday, July 10, at 6 p.m. at the Schacht Fine Arts Center (The Theatre Institute at Sage College) (Art Wing Lab A) Division Street, Troy. Watch the Blue Horse students perform scenes and monologues and participate in group warmup exercises. Beginning actors or seasoned professionals are welcome to audit the school. For information contact Lora Lee Ecobelli at (845) 721-2493 or Loralee@bluehorserep.com. BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: 10 a.m., Kids Builder Association. Take your building skills beyond Legos with the launch of a brand-new club that incorporates all of the library’s cool construction toys. Kids and families can let their imaginations run wild as they engineer fun and create fantastic structures using our Legos, Snap Circuits, 3D puzzles, blocks, Strawbees and K’nex. For kids and families. 2 p.m., Pixel Art Display. Work with others to create a unique Post-it pixel art window display for the library. Sign up online at bethlehempubliclibrary. org or call 439-9314. For grades 6-12. 6 p.m., Open Sewing. Sewing machines will be available for independent projects. Bring your own supplies. Volunteers may be on hand to assist you. Register for up to two sessions. 6 p.m., Fun & Games for Grownups. An adults-only gathering where you can play games, including chess, color and socialize. Snacks served. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. BRIDGE CLUB: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Brunswick Community Library, 4118 State Highway 2, Troy.Call 279-4023 or visit www.brunswicklibrary. org for more information. CMOST: “Plants and Animals” is the July Science Story Time theme at SUNY Poly’s Children’s Museum Of Science + Technology. At 11 a.m., join a Museum Educator for a science-based story time that includes a project-based activity. No pre-registration required; activity included with museum admission. 250 Jordan Road, Troy. For more information call 235-2120 or visit www.cmost.org. HONOR A DECEASED VETERAN: The Rensselaer County Honor a Deceased Veteran Program honors the Magnetto Brothers of Troy at this month’s ceremony on July 10 at 8:30 a.m. in the Legislative Chambers, Third Floor of the County Office Building. located at 1600 Seventh Avenue, Troy. Peter Magnetto served in the United States Navy during WWII seeing action in Sicily, North Africa and Normandy, France. Frank Magnetto also served in the United States Navy during WWII seeing action throughout the Pacific Theatre. Peter married after the war and began a family, becoming a Troy Police Dept. Detective during a 39-year career. Frank became a Fire Fighter for the City of Troy devoting 22 years of service to the Dept. prior to his death. For more information call the Rensselaer County Veterans Service Agency at 2702760.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: Aerobics, 9:30 a.m. Work out with Ellio, 1 p.m.19 Third Street, Troy. Call 270-5349 to make a noon lunch reservation, or 270-5348 for more information.

Tuesday, July 11

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: 10 a.m., Book Buddies. Sign up to partner with a teen book buddy to practice your reading skills. For grades K-5. 4 p.m., BPL Drama Llamas Present: Puppet Show and Storybook Theatre, a fun, interactive show presented by our teen volunteer drama troupe. For kids and families. 7 p.m., Craft, Color & Create. Get creative at one of several crafting stations (zentangle, puzzles, etc.) with some supplies provided, or bring your own knitting project. Snacks served. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. CHENEY LIBRARY: Cheney Library in Hoosick Falls offers a Summer Reading Adventure for grades

K - 8. Programs for grades K - 3 will be at 3 p.m. on Tuesdays. July 11: Sewing Stories, making a picture quilt. As usual students will be tracking their progress and receiving awesome prizes. Be sure to join up for a summer of fun at 73 Classic Street, Hoosick Falls. CMOST: Engineering Fun & Learning Series, Tuesdays at 2 p.m. Join SUNY Poly CMOST this summer and keep the learning alive with this summer series. 250 Jordan Road, Troy. Call 2352120 or visit www.cmost. org for more information. COHOES PUBLIC LIBRARY: The Cohoes Public Library is hosting a very special Super VIP Story Time at 10: 30 a.m. every Tuesday until August 20. Geared to grades K-5, the reader for July 11 is Assemblyman John McDonald. For more information call the library at 235-2570 or online at www.CohoesPublicLibrary.org.

EAST SIDE SENIORS: All seniors are welcome to East Side Seniors’ bi-monthly meetings on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 1 p.m., followed by a moment of silence. Learn about a planned river cruise, with lunch, some other ideas to enjoy. Bingo, cards, and games of choice, usually follow the meetings. The meetings are held at The American Legion Post, Main St., Wynantskill. FREE MOVIE SERIES: The Palace’s “Summer in the City” Movie Series, co-presented by Albany Medical Center and SEFCU, offers eight free, family-friendly movies to children and families from neighborhoods around the Palace Theatre in downtown Albany. For each show, doors open at noon with educational activities provided by Albany Medical Center. This week’s movie, “Kung Fu Panda,” begins at 1 p.m. Free popcorn and beverages are provided to children 12 and under. Free tickets may be picked up in advance or on the day of the show at the Palace Theatre Box Office at 19 Clinton Ave., Monday through Friday, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Individual Groups, Day Care, and Summer Camps looking to reserve tickets may call in advance for Group Sales. For more information, call 465.4663, ext. 128 or visit www.palacealbany.org.

MILHAM PLANETARIUM: Williams College invites you to experience the wonders of our universe at the Milham Planetarium, located inside the Old Hopkins Observatory at Williams College. Astronomy students at the college will host free shows for the public on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 8 p.m. through August 3. Audiences will be treated to shows from the high-precision Zeiss Skymaster ZKP3/B optomechanical planetarium projector. The Hopkins Observatory, built in 183638 by the first professor of astronomy at Williams College, Albert Hopkins, is the oldest extant observatory in the United States. For reservations (required) contact Michele Rech at (413) 5972188 or email at mcr4@ williams.edu. Others will be admitted as space permits. Large groups should call for special appointments. NORTH GREENBUSH PUBLIC LIBRARY: Story Hour every Tuesday at 11 a.m. Explore the summer reading program “Build a Better World” at the library every Tuesday. Children of all ages are welcome. The library is located on Main Avenue in Wynantskill. Please call 283-0303 for more information. POESTENKILL SENIORS: The Poestenkill Seniors hold weekly meetings every Tuesday at 1 p.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 $10 a year.

RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Maker Lab for ages 5-12, 2 p.m. Computer Help. Every Tuesday from 1 p.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 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. SHAKER POINTE: Join Shaker Pointe on Tuesday, July 11, for ‘Choose Well to Live Well,’ a free presentation on how choosing the right living environment can impact your health and happiness. As you begin to research and decide what senior living community is best for you, the information in this presentation will help you to consider the lifestyle and surroundings that are best for you now and in the future. This presentation will conclude with complimentary lunch and a tour of Shaker Pointe. While registration is free, RSVPs are required by calling 2504900. 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., One Bell Tower Drive, Watervliet.

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.

STORIES OUT & ABOUT: Presented by the Bethlehem Public Library at the following Play Factory location: Hamagrael Elementary School, 1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Stories are geared to school-age audiences. TROY PUBLIC LIBRARY: Troy Public Library finance committee meeting 5:15 p.m., Board of Trustees meeting 5:30 p.m., Lansingburgh Branch, 27 114th Street, Troy.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: Health & Wellness activities, 10 a.m. Arts 4 Vets meets every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. 19 Third Street, Troy. Call 270-5349 to make a noon lunch reservation, or 270-5348 for more information.

Wednesday, July 12

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: 2 p.m., Land of Stories Trivia. Test your knowledge of the twins Alex and Connor Bailey and all of their adventures. Prizes donated by the Friends of Bethlehem Public Library. Sign up online at bethlehempubliclibrary,org or call 439-9314. For kids and families. 7 p.m., Evenings on the Green: The Jazz Connection. Six-piece ensemble will perform jazz standards, ballads and blues from the 1920s to the present. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar.

BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: 3:30 p.m., Kids’ STEAM Class. 6 p.m., Adult Yoga. 4118 State Highway 2, Troy.Call 2794023 or visit www.brunswicklibrary.org for more information.

CAPITAL DISTRICT FLY FISHERS: On-the-water meeting at Schoharie Creek. Bramans corner Rd. Burtonsville, from 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Check out cdflyfishers.org for Google maps link.

CHENEY LIBRARY: Cheney Library in Hoosick Falls offers a Summer Reading Adventure for grades K - 8. Programs for grades 4 - 8 will be at 4 p.m. on Wednesdays. July 12: Board Game Night, new and old favorites from Scrabble to Apples to Apples. As usual students will be tracking their progress and receiving awesome prizes. Be sure to join up for a summer of fun at 73 Classic Street, Hoosick Falls. CMOST: 11 a.m., Paper Bag Day. Show your artistic side and create a fun project using paper bags and recycled materials. No pre-registration required; activity included with admission. Open to all ages. 1 p.m., Spotlight on Animal of the Month. Discover Operation W.I.L.D. and participate in activities to learn more about the Museum’s interesting inhabitants. No pre-registration required; activity included with museum admission. 250 Jordan Road, Tro. Call 235-2120 or visit www.cmost.org for more information. COHOES PUBLIC LIBRARY: The Cohoes Public Library is hosting a 6 p.m. Story Time with Ms. Kayleigh every Wednesday. School-aged children from 5 – 9 yrs (with parental supervision) are invited to an age appropriate story and activity. Please register at the Library either in person or calling 235- 2570 and check for updates at www. CohoesPublicLibrary.org or on their Facebook page www.Facebook.com/CohoesPublicLibrary. GOOGLE WORKSHOP: Join the fun & learn from Google Experts. Noon -12:45 p.m. Google LiveStream Class, “Video Marketing Insights,” followed by AdWords Basics from 12:45 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Event Location: Manfred Real Estate Learning Center, 920 Albany Shaker Road, Latham. Tickets are free. Register at https://partnersconnect.withgoogle.com/ event/darcy-knapp-consulting-inc.

GRANT COTTAGE: “Music in Grant’s Time” will take the audience on a songfilled trip through the 19th Century. Significant events in Grant’s lifetime (18221885) will be introduced with music that was popular during those years. Tom will entertain with his banjo, some singing, and several musical and historical discussions. Many of the melodies presented will be recognized from earlier times in our own lives and may even strike an occasional emotional chord. Join us for history, music and memories. 1 p.m., 1000 Mt. McGregor Road, Wilton. NOVENA TO ST. JUDE: St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church, located at 600 State Street, (corner of State and Lafayette Streets), Schenectady, announces its summer session of the Novena to St. Jude. The service is being held every Wednesday afternoon, following the 12:15 p.m. Mass, at 12:40 p.m. All are welcome to attend this worthwhile service. St. Joseph’s Church is handicapped accessible and parking is available in the parking lot behind the Church. More information is available by calling 3744466, Ext. 13.

OFF THE RECORD: ‘60s futurist minimalist trio. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Warehouse Grill & BBQ, 219 Wolf Road, Albany.

RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Teen Time, Wednesdays 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. Ages 13+. 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.

ROCKIN ON THE RIVER: The Downtown Troy Business Improvement District invites you to downtown Troy on Wednesday nights this summer for the annual Rockin’ on the River concert series in Riverfront Park. July 12, Saintseneca with The Sea, The Sea. 5 p.m. 8:30 p.m., Riverfront Park, downtown Troy.

SPEIGLE ELDERS: The Speigle Elders will meet at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 12, with the monthly charity collection and refreshments served by Table #3 members. A Chinese Auction will take place following the business meeting with a set of 25 raffle tickets for $2 available for bidding on donated items. Make reservations and payments for the Lakeview Inn at Crystal Lake luncheon to be held on Wednesday, July 19.

STORIES OUT & ABOUT: Presented by the Bethlehem Public Library at the following Play Factory location: Glenmont Elementary School, 9:30-10 a.m. Stories are geared to school-age audiences.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: Aerobics 9:30 a.m. Health & Wellness activities, 10 a.m. Work out with Ellio, 1 p.m.19 Third Street, Troy.Call 2705349 to make a noon lunch reservation, or 270-5348 for more information. VOLKSWALK: Join the Empire State Capital Volkssporters for fun fitness and fellowship in Round Lake, starting at 9 a.m. at Dominick Pasquale Recreational Field, Haven Road. A volkswalk is a leisurely walk (typicaly 10k or 6.2 miles; a 3 mile route is also offere) through a scenic and or historic area over a pre-marked trail. Register 30 minutes before start. More information is available at www.ava. org and www.walkescv.org. WATERVLIET PUBLIC LIBRARY: Build Better Worlds with the Tang Museum, 1 p.m.,1501 Broadway Watervliet. Join the staff of Skidmore College’s Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery for a craft program in keeping with the summer reading program theme of “Building a Better World.” Each participant will create a 3-D sculptural collage using world maps as building material. For kids. Advance registration suggested: call 274.4471 or email director@ watervlietpubliclibrary.org. WILLIAMS COLLEGE MUSEUM OF ART: Yertle the Turtle by Dr. Seuss,” faculty led book discussion, noon. Free. WCMA Galleries, 15 Lawrence Hall Drive, Williamstown MA. Call (413) 597-2429 for more information.

WONDER WOMEN MENTORING BREAKFAST: Professional, executive-level women from the region will facilitate candid, solutionsbased discussions about their experiences, struggles and triumphs. 7:30 a.m., Registration & Breakfast; 8 a.m. – 9:30 a.m., Program. Revolution Hall, 417 River Street, Troy. $35 Rensselaer County Regional Chamber of Commerce Members; $50 Member Walk-ins; $70 Future Members. Register at http://www.renscochamber. com/events/wonder-women-mentoring-breakfast.

Thursday, July 13

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 11 a.m. on the second Thursday and fourth Friday of every month from May to October. $3 per person.

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: 11 a.m., Rubber Duckies get ready for Kindergarten. Children 3 and up work at their own pace and narrow in on the skills they most need. All activities will count for the Rubber Ducky Club. 2 p.m., Summer Hair Clinic. Adrian LaMarche returns to demonstrate some cool summer styles. Sign up online at bethlehempubliclibrary.org or call 439-9314. For grades 6-12. 6 p.m., Book Buddies. Sign up to partner with a teen book buddy to practice your reading skills. For grades K-5. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar.

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

CMOST: Help your child improve motor skills and increase his or her understanding of how the world works. Join SUNY Poly CMOST in the GE Junior Discovery room for a handson sensory science activity. July 13: Native Voices. No pre-registration required; activity included with museum admission. For ages 2-6. 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., 250 Jordan Road, Troy. Call 235-2120 or visit www. cmost.org for more information.

COHOES PUBLIC LIBRARY: Join the Cohoes Public Library for the second week in their summer read program- Build a Better World – with International Dances on July 13. The time for this special program is 2 p.m. and is limited to 15 children, so registration is necessary. Geared for K – 2nd grade, participants will listen and move to music fromthree different cultures and learn a simple circle dance (http://dancelili.com/library-workshops). Register at the Library or by calling 235-2570. More info at www.CohoesPublicLibrary.org.

CORNER SHOPPE: Visit the Corner Shoppe at 570 3rd Avenue, North Troy throughout July for random sales. Different items and/ or clothing will be on sale weekly. Great buys are available for your summer décor and summer clothing. There is a large variety of toys, housewares and linens. Hours are Thursday and Saturday – 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. and refreshments are offered. For more information call 235-3851.

DIY GARDEN PROJECTS: Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rensselaer County will present the program “DIY Garden Projects” on Thursday, July 13 from 7 p.m. to 8p.m. Gardening offers the chance to explore dozens of possible Do-ItYourself projects, and our Master Gardener Team will show you several of their favorites, including mosaic stepping stones and bird baths. Creative solutions to make watering your plants more effective, including deep pipes, rain barrels, and ollas, will be discussed. This free program will be held outdoors at the Demonstration Garden at the Robert C. Parker School, 4254 Route 43, North Greenbush. Rain or inclement weather at the start of the program may cancel it. Limited seating provided; bring your own lawn chair. For more information contact Cornell Cooperative Extension at 272-4210 or dhc3@cornell. edu.

MILHAM PLANETARIUM: Williams College invites you to experience the wonders of our universe at the Milham Planetarium, located inside the Old Hopkins Observatory at Williams College. Astronomy students at the college will host free shows for the public on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 8p.m. through August 3. Audiences will be treated to shows from the high-precision Zeiss Skymaster ZKP3/B optomechanical planetarium projector. The Hopkins Observatory, built in 1836-38by the first professor of astronomy at Williams College, Albert Hopkins, is the oldest extant observatory in the United States. For reservations (required) contact Michele Rech at (413) 597-2188or email at mcr4@williams.edu. Others will be admitted as space permits. Large groups should call for special appointments. RENSSELAER COUNTY IDA: Please be advised that the Rensselaer County Industrial Development Agency will conduct a regular meeting at 4p.m. on Thursday, July 13. The meeting will be held in the Rensselaer County Industrial Development Agency Conference Room, 3rd floor, at the Quackenbush Building, 333 Broadway, 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: Mark Richardson, 8p.m., 150Speigletown Road, Troy.