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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: 10:30 a.m., Tots Discovery Class. 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m., Knitting. 4118 State Highway 2, Troy. Call 2794023 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 hands-on 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 from three different cultures and learn a simple circle dance (http://dancelili.com/libraryworkshops). 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 2353851.

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 8 p.m. Gardening offers the chance to explore dozens of possible Do-It-Yourself 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 2724210 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 8 p.m. through August 3. Audiences will be treated to shows from the high-precision Zeiss Skymaster ZKP3/B opto-mechanical planetarium projector. The Hopkins Observatory, built in 1836-38 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) 597-2188 or email at mcr4@ williams.edu. Others will be admitted as space permits. Large groups should call for special appointments.

PINTA & NINA: On Thursday, July 13, the ‘Pinta’ and the ‘Nina’, replicas of Christopher Columbus’ ships, will open in Albany. The ships will be docked at Albany Yacht Club, 75 Broadway, Rensselaer, until their departure early Monday morning, July 17. The ships tour together as a new and enhanced ‘sailing museum’ for the purpose of educating the public and school children on the ‘caravel’, a Portuguese ship used by Columbus and many early explorers to discover the world. While in port, the general public is invited to visit the ships for a walk-aboard, self-guided tour. Admission charges are $8 for adults, $ 7 for seniors, and $6 for students 5- 16. Children 4 and under are Free. The ships are open every day from 9a.m. to 6p.m. No reservations necessary. Teachers or organizations wishing to schedule a 30 minute guided tour with a crew member should call 1-787-672-2152 or email columfnd1492@gmail.com . Minimum of 15. $5 per person. No Maximum. Visit www.ninapinta.org for more information.

RENSSELAER COUNTY IDA: Please be advised that the Rensselaer County Industrial Development Agency will conduct a regular meeting at 4 p.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. - 7:30 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. RUSTIC BARN: Mark Richardson, 8 p.m., 150 Speigletown Road, Troy.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: Crafts 9 a.m. Tai Chi 9:15 a.m. Call 270-5438 to sign up for Tai Chi. Osteo Aerobics 10:30 a.m. Special Christmas in July

Dinner with Joe E. Prosound performing; lunch reservation required. Line Dancing with Uncle Sam Sparklers, 1 p.m. 19 Third Street, Troy.

WILLIAMS COLLEGE MUSEUM OF ART: “The Sketchbook Project,” popup exhibition, 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. “Oral Archives + Lex and Love,” talk, 5 p.m., Both events are free. WCMA Galleries, 15 Lawrence Hall Drive, Williamstown MA. Call (413) 597-2429 for more information.

Friday, July 14

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: 10 a.m., Coffee & Cinema, “Dark Horse” (PG, 85 min, Sony Pictures). Coffee, tea and light refreshments will be available. 2:30 p.m., Summer Cinema: “Secret Life of Pets.” (PG, 87 min, Universal). Bring a blanket or pillow; we’ll supply the popcorn. For kids and families. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Kids’ Paint & Pizza Party, 4 p.m. Please call the Library at 2794023 to register. 4118 State Highway 2, Troy.

CMOST: Science on the Sidewalk, Fridays at 3 p.m. Join SUNY Poly CMOST staff for an informal science program on the sidewalk. An educator will introduce the topic of the day and provide hands-on experiments for visitors to explore. July 14: Silly Shadow Fun. 250 Jordan Road, Troy. Call 2352120 or visit www.cmost.org for more information. GOOMBA GRAND PRIX: Presented by Claim to Fame Entertainment. Fridays 2 p.m. - 10 p.m. Hosted at United Methodist Church, 1401 First Avenue, Watervliet. $5 Venue Fee. GRAFTON LAKES STATE

PARK: Outdoor Tykes: Colors of Nature at 10:30 a.m. Young PreK-aged explorers are invited to the park to learn about the beautiful colors found in nature. Search for all different colors and patterns you can find outside and play matching games. Meet at the Shaver Pond Nature Center at 10:30 a.m. to start exploring the colorful world around us. This is a free program. To pre-register, call 279-1155. JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES: On Friday July 14 through Sunday July 16, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., local congregations of Jehovah’s Witnesses will host their three-day convention at the Times Union Center, 51 South Pearl Street, Albany. Admission is free and no collections are taken. See a complete program schedule and watch a video about the convention at JW.org.

SCHODACK ISLAND STATE PARK: Schodack Island State Park comes alive with music on Fridays evenings with open mic nights. The entertainment will begin at 5 p.m. and continue into the evening until 8 pm, depending on the crowd. Schodack Landing Fire Company will be selling their great food at Friday Open Mic Nights. There is no fee to enter the park, to be a performer or to enjoy the entertainment. If you are interested in performing, please arrive early and sign up for a performance time. STORY WALK IN THE PARK: Meet at Elm Avenue Park, Bethlehem, at 10 a.m. to hear some stories and take a walk to exercise your

mind and body. Gather at the head of the Fit Trail and wear appropriate footwear. For kids and families. Presented by Bethelehm Public Library.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: Aerobics, 9:45 a.m. Bingo, 12:45 p.m. Bible Study, 1 p.m. Work out with Ellio, 1 p.m.19 Third Street, Troy. Call 270-5349 to make a noon lunch reservation, or 2705348 for more information.

Saturday, July 15

BERRY FESTIVAL: Good Shepherd Lutheran church, 510 Albany Shaker Road, Loudonville, will be holding its Twelfth Annual Berry Festival on Saturday, July 15, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Strawberries, raspberries and/or blueberries will be served on homemade biscuits or ice cream. A free will donation will go to the United states Committee for Refugees and Immigrants and the Bridge Program (providing food to refuges families). For more information call 458-1562. BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Drug Take Back Day, 10 a..m. to 2 p.m. Adult Yoga 4 p.m. 4118 State Highway 2, Troy. Call 279-4023 or visit www. brunswicklibrary.org for more information. CHERRY PLAIN STATE PARK: Hike with Cherry Plain’s Lloyd Barnhart at 10 a.m. Take this rare opportunity to explore the forest with someone who’s adventured here for the last 40 years/ From there, your group will move away from the park into the WMA with a destination of either the Split Rock Ridge or the Rock Pile, depending on group interest. Either hike will involve both trail hiking and off-trail exploring. Hikers should meet at the kiosk/sign board near the park entrance. For more information, please call the Environmental Educator

staff at 279-1155.

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. FRIENDS OF THE WATERFORD LIBRARY: The Friends of the Waterford Public Library will meet to discuss and plan 20172018 events and fundraising activities on Saturday, July 15, at 10:30 a.m. in the Community Room at Van Schoonhoven Square, Waterford. Members of the community interested in participating and joining the Friends are invited to attend. The Friends of the Waterford Public Library work with the Library Director and Library trustees to support and advance the services and goals of the Library.

GRANT COTTAGE: “Wars produce many stories of fiction, some of which are told until they are believed to be true,” Ulysses S. Grant wrote in his memoirs. He wrote his memoirs out of financial need, but also because he was genuinely disturbed by the way facts were interpreted by the growing pre-Confederate “Lost Cause” school of thought. His final battle, which ended at Mount McGregor, was a war of words over the interpretation of facts – an attempt to advocate the truth. Historian and Grant author Chris Mackowski returns to Grant Cottage to discuss the fundamental question that Grant and other writers of history face: “What truth am I trying to tell, and how shall I tell it?” 1 p.m., 1000 Mt. McGregor Road, Wilton. GRAFTON SUMMER FESTIVAL: The Grafton

Summer Festival is scheduled for Saturday, July 15, at the Grafton Town Park on NYS Route 2, one mile east of the State Park entrance. Highlights include the Capitaland Chorus chapter of the Sweet Adelines International, Crenshaw’s Battery Civil War reenactors with cannons, a chicken BBQ starting at noon, and a craft fair and flea market with a record number of vendors expected. To join in the festivities, call 466-8555 for information on registering as a vendor or participant. JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES: On Friday July 14 through Sunday July 16, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., local congregations of Jehovah’s Witnesses will host their three-day convention at the Times Union Center, 51 South Pearl Street, Albany. Admission is free and no collections are taken. See a complete program schedule and watch a video about the convention at JW.org.

MARATHON GOLF DAY: Mark your calendar for July 15 for the inaugural Marathon Golf Day hosted by Schenectady Municipal Golf Course, 400 Oregon Avenue, Schenectady. Proceeds from this event will directly benefit the American Red Cross of Northeastern New York’s Home Fire Campaign to reduce fire-related deaths and injuries across the nation by 25% over a five year period. Marathon Golf Day is a unique opportunity for golfers to enjoy unlimited play from 7a.m. (shotgun start) until 5 p.m. In addition to greens fees, carts will be provided, and breakfast, lunch and dinner are all included. $75 of each $150 registration fee, along with all event sponsorship funds, will be donated directly to the Red Cross. Sponsorships and registrations are being accepted now through July 7. Visit https://www.facebook.com/ events/1907063092876 746/ for more information. OPEN STUDIO: Local artist Matt Chinian will be hosting an open studio with hundreds

of landscape paintings of the region on July 15-16. In the last 5 years Matt has painted over 1000 paintings, most of them local, spring, summer, fall and winter scenes. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., 138 W. Main St, Cambridge. For more information, visit Matt’s website, mattchinian.com, or his Facebook page.

RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Pre-K Story-time, 11 a.m. Ages 3-6. Egg Drop Challenge, 1 p.m. Can you save the egg from cracking? Scientist George Steele will lead the challenge. Please sign up. Ages 8-18. 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.

REPAIR CAFE: The Village of Castleton-on-Hudson is organizing an inaugural Repair Café at the Village Hall, 85 South Main Street, on Saturday, July 15. By promoting repairs, Castletonon-Hudson wants to help reduce mountains of waste. Starting at 10 a.m. and ending at 2 p.m., volunteer repair coaches will be available to help make all possible repairs free of charge. Tools and materials will also be on hand. Repairs can save money and resources, and can help minimize carbon dioxide emissions. But above all, Repair Café just wants to show how much fun repairing things can be, and how easy it often is. Dates for future Repair Cafes to be announced. RUNNING INJURY WORKSHOP: A free, fun interactive workshop for runners of all abilities aimed at injury prevention and treatment. Goals of the workshop include educating runners about the seven most common running injuries, ways to prevent them from happening, and ways to treat them if they occur. Noon to 1 p.m., The Green Room Physical Therapy, PLLC, 476 North Greenbush

Road, Suite 3, Rensselaer. Limited to the first 20 participants. Please register at www.thegreenroompt.com under the Events tab/page, call 326-3771, or e-mail thegreenroompt@outlook.com to reserve your spot. SUMMER IN THE CITY FLEA MARKET: Summer in the City Flea Market and Community Day will be held Saturdays through August 26 at Powers Park, 111th St & 3rd Ave, North Troy from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. There will be activities for all ages, live entertainment, great food, carnival games, bouncy entertainment when available, community resources, & great deals on items. The flea market benefits the Block Center & the youth it serves in Troy through educating, mentoring, & bringing real life experiences to kids 11 - 17 yrs of age. Venders Wanted $25 a space with car; Food Venders $50. For more information please call 285-1682 or e-mail theblockcenter@gmail.com.

TROY MAKERS MARKET: Join the Makers Market every Saturday outside on River Street from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. A market composed of artisans from across the region selling unique handmade goods. Come see what they have to offer while exploring downtown Troy and all of it’s restaurants and retailers. Find the Market at https://www.facebook.com/TroyMakersMarket/. WOUNDED VET RUN: Organized by American Infidels VMC Motorcycle Club of New York. All proceeds will benefit Army Specialist Angie Lupe, who served in the army from 1999-2005. A mortar blast suffered in Iraq caused hearing loss and traumatic brain injury as well as a spinal cord injury resulting in progressive paralysis. The event starts at Brunswick Harley in Troy and ends at Trick Shots in Clifton Park. 10 a.m. registration; kickstands up at noon. $20 per rider; $10 per passenger; $20 walk-ins.

You don’t have to have a bike in order to participate and support. Please join the group at Trick Shots. For more information contact American Infidels VMC president Zach DeJoseph at 227-0643, email aivmc. ny.president@gmail.com or visit www.TheyFoughtWeRide.com.

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. Docentled 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.

Sunday, July 16

BAKE SALE: The Friends of the Waterford Public Library will hold a bake sale from 9 a.m. to noon on Sunday, July 16, at the Waterford Harbor Visitor Center on the promenade. All profits will benefit the Library. The Friends of the Waterford Public Library work with the Library Director and Library Trustees to support and advance the services and goals of the Library. JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES: On Friday July 14 through Sunday July 16, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., local congregations of Jehovah’s Witnesses will host their three-day convention at the Times Union Center, 51 South Pearl Street, Albany. Admission is free and no collections are taken. See a complete program schedule and watch a video about the convention at JW.org.

OPEN STUDIO: Local artist Matt Chinian will be hosting an open studio with hundreds of landscape paintings of the region on July 15-16. In the last 5 years Matt has painted over 1000 paintings, most of them local, spring, summer, fall and winter scenes. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., 138 W. Main St, Cambridge. For more information, visit Matt’s website, mattchinian.com, or his Facebook page.

USA DANCE: Join the Capital District Chapter of USA Dance for an evening of ballroom dancing on July 16 at the Polish Community Center, 225 Washington Avenue Extension, Albany. Doors open at 6 p.m. A free rhumba lesson with Blaise Hartley from 6:15 p.m. to 7 p.m. will be followed by dancing from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. with DJ music by Gary Burgess and a dance demonstration by Priscilla Pare & Jerry Giglio at 8:30 p.m. Non-members $13, members $10, students $5, 18 and under free. Light refreshments and cash bar available. Couples and singles of all ages welcome. For more information contact Jim DeForge at 2330957 or JDeforge51814@aol.com.

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 17

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: 10 a.m., Kids Builder Association. 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., Take Home Pixel Art. Plan your pixel art design on graph paper and the iPad and make a poster to take home, 2-3:30 p.m. Sign up online at bethelehempubliclibrary.org or call 4399314. For grades 6-12. 6:30 p.m., “Financial Aid: What You Need to Know.” Presented by NYS Higher Educations Services Corporation. Also for teens. 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. MAC-HAYDN MONDAYS: Popular area entertainers The Joe Adee Band in an evening of blues, pop and original songs, to benefit Our Community Cares, starting at 7:30 p.m., Tickets $25. Call 392-9292 or visit machaydntheatre.org for information and make reservations to The MacHaydn Theatre, Chatham. 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 18

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. 11 a.m., Ozobot Robotics. Learn how to program these tiny robots and complete fun challenges. Sign up online at bethlehempubliclibrary.org or call 439-9314. For grades 6-12. 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 18 ~ Inventions, who invented the Slinky and other things. 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 235-2120 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 18 is Assistant Superintendent Peggy O’Shea. For more information call the library at 2352570 or online at www. CohoesPublicLibrary.org.