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Wednesday, Aug. 16

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Dudley Observatory astronomer Dr. Valerie Rapson will discuss the upcoming eclipse, 7p.m. Solar eclipse view glasses will be given out. Co-sponsored by miSci. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: 3:30p.m., Kids’ STEAM Class. 6p.m., Adult Yoga. 4118State Highway 2, Troy.Call 279-4023or visit www.brunswicklibrary.org for more information.

CHENEY LIBRARY: Cheney Library in Hoosick Falls offers a Summer Reading Adventure for grades K - 8. Programs for grades 4- 8will be at 4 p.m. on Wednesdays. August 16, Cupcake Wars: compete to make the tastiest treat. As usual students will be tracking their progress and receiving awesome prizes. Be sure to join up for a summer of fun at 73Classic Street, Hoosick Falls.

CMOST: August’s Animal of the Month at SUNY Poly CMOST is the Taiwanese Rat Snake. Learn more about this intriguing creature. No pre-registration required. Free with museum admission. 1p.m., 250Jordan Road, Troy. For more information call 235-2120or visit www. cmost.org.

COHOES PUBLIC LIBRARY: The Cohoes Public Library is hosting a 6p.m. Story Time with Ms. Kayleigh every Wednesday. School-aged children from 5– 9yrs (with parental supervision) are invited to an age appropriate story and activity. Please register at the Library either in person or calling 235- 2570and 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. Google LiveStream Class on “Retail Marketing Insights” from noon to 12:45 p.m. followed by AdWorks Basics, 12:45p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Manfred Real Estate Learning Center, 920Albany Shaker Road, Latham. Tickets are free. Register at https:// partnersconnect.withgoogle. com/event/darcy-knappconsulting-inc.

NOVENA TO ST. JUDE: St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church, located at 600State Street, (corner of State and Lafayette Streets), Schenect- Get listed: Submit items for the calendar at

ady, announces its summer session of the Novena to St. Jude. The service is being held every Wednesday afternoon, following the 12:15p.m. Mass, at 12:40p.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 374-4466, Ext. 13. PHOTO EXHIBIT RECEP

TION: During August/September, the American Italian Heritage Museum will share the photo journal, “Reflections by Lucia Sirco” with visitors in its Special Exhibit Room. Ms. Sirco’s photo journal captures the people, food and hidden places of the “Queen of the Adriatic” - Venice. She has visited many places in Italy but Venice’s quaint neighborhoods, breathtaking architecture and fascinating people hold a special place in her heart. Opening Reception on August 16from 7p.m. to 8:30p.m. at the American Italian Heritage Museum, 1227 Central Avenue, Albany. Call 435-1979for more information, or visit www.americanitalianmuseum.org. RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Teen Time, Wednesdays 4p.m. - 6p.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.

TASTE OF SAND LAKE: Please join Honorary Chairs Karen and Chet Opalka to the 10th Annual “A Taste of Sand Lake” fundraiser, on behalf of the Sand Lake Center for the Arts, on Wednesday, August 16, at 6p.m. at Old Daley on Crooked Lake. This wonderful evening will be filled with great food from area establishments, along with musical entertainment by Peg and Bill Delaney, and the ever popular silent auction/raffle, with items from area businesses. This event is open to the general public. (Tickets for the Honorary Committee with the VIP tasting still available as well) Tickets may be purchased at www.slca-ctp.org, or call the business office at 674-2007. All funds raised go to support the many activities offered by SLCA.

THRIFT SHOP: Christ United Methodist Church, Bridge St, Johnsonville 12094. Route 40to Route 67East. Open 9 a.m. - noon Wednesdays and the first Saturday of each month. Great selection of men’s, women’s and children’s clothing, shoes and accessories. Most clothing $3a bag! Beautiful special occasion outfits. Lots of housewares, CDs, books and jewelry. TROY SENIOR CENTER: Birthday party celebrating July, August and September birthdays with cake and ice cream with the Dairy Princess. Aerobics 9:30a.m. Health & Wellness activities, 10 a.m. Bingo 12:45p.m. Work out with Ellio, 1p.m.19Third Street, Troy.Call 270-5349to make a noon lunch reservation, or 270-5348for more information.

VOLKSWALK: Join the Empire State Capital Volkssporters for fun fitness and fellowship in Malta, starting at 9a.m. at HVCC Tec-Smart parking lot, 345Hermes Road. A volkswalk is a leisurely walk (typicaly 10k or 6.2miles; a 3mile route is also offere) through a scenic and or historic area over a pre-marked trail. Register 30minutes before start. More information is available at www.ava.org and www.walkescv.org.

Thursday, Aug. 17

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: 4p.m., BPL Drama Llamas Present: Puppet Show and Storybook Theatre. Enjoy a fun, interactive show presented by our teen volunteer drama troupe. For kids and families. 6p.m., Book Buddies. Sign up to partner with a teen book buddy to practice your reading skills. For grades K-5. 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar. BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: 10:30a.m., Tots Discovery Class. 1p.m. - 2:30 p.m., Knitting. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 2794023or visit www.brunswicklibrary.org for more information.

CMOST: Sensory Play, “Bugs,” 10a.m. - 11:30a.m. Help your child improve motor skills and increase understanding of how the world works. Join SUNY Poly CMOST in the GE Junior Discovery Room for a hands-on sensory science activity for ages 2-6. No pre-registration required. Free with museum admission. 250Jordan Road, Troy. For more information call 235-2120or visit www. cmost.org.

CORNER SHOPPE: The Corner Shoppe at Cornerstone Church, 5703rd Avenue in North Troy, is having its bi-annual Bag Sale through mid August, featuring the best buys ever on clothing for the entire family. Maternity clothes, shorts, beautiful baby items, etc. Watch for new Fall merchandise before the end of

August. Shop any Thursday or Saturday, 9a.m. – 1p.m. Refreshments served. Call 235-3851for more information.

LITERACY VOLUNTEERS: Literacy Volunteers of Rensselaer County needs volunteer reading mentors for the Everybody WINS! Power Lunch program. A free training will be held on Thursday, August 17, at noon at the new LVORC office, 71First Street, 3rd floor, Troy. In Power Lunch, elementary school children are paired one-to-one with volunteer mentors to read aloud once a week during lunchtime. Everybody WINS! mentors meet with students at School 14, School 2and Sacred Heart School in Troy, Arbor Hill Elementary and Sheridan Preparatory Academy in Albany, A. Lansing Elementary School in Cohoes, and Bell Top Elementary School in East Greenbush. For more information about EW Power Lunch! and LVORC’s other programs and services, visit www.lvorc.org or call 2444650.

RENSSELAER EAGLES: The Rensselaer Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie #4446will meet at 6:30 p.m. their rooms at 651 Broadway on Thursday, August 17.

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

TROY PUBLIC LIBRARY: Tween Art Night: Salt Painting, for ages 8- 12. 6p.m., Main Library, 100Second Street, Troy.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: 10a.m., Health & Wellness Activities. Special Barbeque dinner with Rockin’ Rob performing. Must have lunch reservation. Call 270-5348 for more information. 19 Third Street, Troy. WILLIAMS COLLEGE MUSEUM OF ART: “Seed Library with Ken Greene, Hudson Valley Seed,” talk,, 5p.m. Free. WCMA Galleries, 15Lawrence Hall Drive, Williamstown MA. Call (413) 597-2429for more information.

Friday, Aug. 18

ART SHOWOPENING: Nineteen regional artists have been working on adirondack chair pieces as part of the Lower Adirondack Regional Arts Council’s “Have a Seat in Glens Falls” public arts project. Join LARAC on Friday, August 18, from 5p.m. - 8p.m. for the opening of SHOW 5: HAVE A SEAT (Wall Edition) with pieces from Robin Brewer, Miriam Romais, Susan Beadle, Melaney Sandbrook, Ruth Durling, Crystal Paul, Sidekick Creative and Roger Kaye. After or before the show, go about downtown Glens Falls to see their chair creations.

BENNINGTON CENTER FOR THE ARTS: Story Night is a Vermont show that delivers a night of local raw truth from local people without the help of notes and props. Only a microphone and a little courage. Local craft brews and delicious mixers served by Spirits of Old Bennington. The show begins at 7p.m. and the doors will open at 6:15p.m. Tickets are $16in advance and $24at the door and may be purchased at Storiesvermont.brownpapertickets. com or at the door. Proceeds will support the curation and execution of murals in Bennington through the Bennington Murals Art Program. Bennington Center for the Arts, 44Gypsy Lane, Bennington VT. BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: 10a.m., Summer Cinema: “Loving” (PG-13, 123min, Focus Features). Coffee, tea and light refreshments will be available. 2:30p.m., Summer Cinema: “Charlotte’s Web.” (G, 96 min, Paramount). Bring a blanket or pillow; we’ll supply the popcorn. For kids and families. 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar. CELEBRATE STEPHENTOWN: Celebrate Stephentown has grown to include more than 30events at over 20different locations all around town the weekend of August 18-20. This grassroots festival, celebrating Stephentown’s vibrant rural community, will feature art, music, storytelling, demonstrations, giveaways, open houses, sales, tastings, tours, scenic hikes, a 5K trail race, a community corn boil, a charity Texas Hold ‘Em tournament and more. Most events are free and open to the public with opportunities to support the participating artists, musicians, organizations and businesses through donations and purchases. Among the highlights will be the return of the famous “Welcome To The Only Stephentown On Earth” signs at Town Hall on Friday, August 18, at 7:30p.m. For a complete schedule of events, and all the latest news, please visit celebratestephentown.com. CIVIL WARWEEKEND: During its bicentennial year, Hyde Hall in Cooperstown invites you to experience a three-day Civil War Weekend from Friday, August 18, through Sunday, August 20, featuring the 125th and 61st New York Regiments. The Re-enactors will arrive on Friday Afternoon to set up the encampment at Hyde Hall. All Civil War activities are free and open to the public. The mansion will be open for Tours from 10 a.m. to 4p.m. at regular tour prices. For further information visit HydeHall.org or call (607) 547-5098Ext 6.

CMOST: Science on the Sidewalk, “Powered By the Sun,” 3p.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 some hands-on experiments for visitors to explore. 250Jordan Road, Troy. For more information call 235-2120or visit www. cmost.org. ENTERTAINMENT UNPLUGGED: Tabletop and board game night, with over 20games available or bring your favorite. Smash Bros for wii U also available. 2p.m. to 10p.m. every Friday at Watervliet United Methodist Church, 1401First Avenue, Watervliet. $3entry fee.

FARMERS & ARTISANS’ MARKET: Castleton-onHudson Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market (COHFAM) is held the first and third Friday of every month from June - September, 4:30-7:30 p.m., at the corner of Main Street (Route 9J) and Scott Avenue (Route 150). Always a fund time with music,

vendors, food.

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

TROY SENIOR CENTER: 9:30a.m., Aerobics. 12:45 p.m., Bingo. 1p.m., Work Out with Ellio. 1p.m., Bible Study.19Third Street, Troy. To make reservations for noon lunch call 270-5349. For more information call 270-5348. UNDERGROUND RAILROAD CAMP-IN: Sleep over in the place where history happened. Meet abolitionists Stephen or Harriet Myers, or perhaps a visiting Freedom Seeker. Play games that the Myers children played. Help the abolitionists decide how best to respond to the needs of Freedom Seekers. Learn about the life of abolitionists in Albany in the mid-1850’s. Bring your sleeping bag or bed roll, your pillow, and your favorite sleeping companion. Camp-in begins at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, August 18, and concludes at 9:30a.m. on Saturday, August 19. Most appropriate for youth ages 8-12. Price includes dinner, campfire (weather permitting), great activities, breakfast, and a keepsake

activity book. Pre-registration required; only 10slots available. Call 432-4432 by August 17to reserve your space. Call 432-4432or email info@undergroundrailroadhistory.org for more information.

Saturday, Aug. 19

BAG SALE: Pine Grove United Methodist Church, 1580Central Ave., Colonie, will hold a ‘Bag Sale’ in their Thrift Shop on August 19and 26, from 10a.m. to 1p.m. Purchase a bag for $2(or a larger bag for $5) and fill it with gently used clothes. For details go to www.pinegroveunitedmethodist.org. CELEBRATE STEPHENTOWN: Celebrate Stephentown has grown to include more than 30events at over 20different locations all around town the weekend of August 18-20. This grassroots festival, celebrating Stephentown’s vibrant rural community, will feature art, music, storytelling, demonstrations, giveaways, open houses, sales, tastings, tours, scenic hikes, a 5K trail race, a community corn boil, a charity Texas Hold ‘Em tournament and more. Most events are free and open to the public with opportunities to support the participating artists, musicians, organizations and businesses through donations and purchases. For a complete schedule of events, and all the latest news, please visit celebratestephentown.com. CIVIL WARWEEKEND: During its bicentennial year, Hyde Hall in Cooperstown invites you to experience a three-day Civil War Weekend from Friday, August 18, through Sunday, August 20, featuring the 125th and 61st New York Regiments. On Saturday the re-enactors will host encampment visitation. At 11a.m. the Regiment will perform 1860’s military drills. At 2p.m. there will be a re-encted battle staged by trained Civil war re-enactors on the South Lawn followed at 4p.m. by a concert on the Mansion Portico by the 77th Regimental Balladeers. All Civil War activities are free and open to the public. The mansion will be open for Tours from 10a.m. to 4p.m. at regular tour prices. For further

information visit HydeHall. org or call (607) 547-5098 Ext 6.

COMMUNITY MEAL: 1p.m. to 3p.m., Bethel Baptist Church, 21655th Avenue, Troy.

COMMUNITY TAG SALE: The 20th Annual Stephentown Community Tag Sale on Saturday, August 19, is part of the first ever Celebrate Stephentown weekend. The Stephentown Historical Society is hosting the tag sale from 9a.m. to 3p.m. at Gardner’s Field, 15879Route 22in Stephentown. Rain date is Sunday, August 20.

CORNER SHOPPE: The Corner Shoppe at Cornerstone Church, 5703rd Avenue in North Troy, is having its bi-annual Bag Sale through mid August, featuring the best buys ever on clothing for the entire family. Maternity clothes, shorts, beautiful baby items, etc. Watch for new Fall merchandise before the end of August. Shop any Thursday or Saturday, 9a.m. – 1p.m. Refreshments served. Call 235-3851for more information.

FRIENDS OF WATERFORD LIBRARY: The Friends of the Waterford Public Library will meet to discuss and plan 2017-2018events and fundraising activities on Saturday, August 19, at 10:30a.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. FROM LOST TO LOVED: Help From Lost To Loved raise funds for medical care, spaying and neutering, food and supplies for homeless cats and dogs. Check out the antiques, yard sale, children’s books, and baked goods, on Saturday, August 19, from 10a.m. to 3p.m. at the Brunswick Community Center (BCC) on Keyes Lane, just off Rte 7. From 10a.m. to 1p.m., Jon Lee Auctions will provide antique appraisals for a small program donation. Donate yard sale items at the BCC on Friday, August 18, from noon to 7 p.m. Please no clothing, junk or electronics. There is no event admission charge. Check www.losttolovedanimals.com for more information.

GRANT COTTAGE: Fine art photographer Craig Murphy will provide the magic of tintype photography to visitors from 10a.m. to 4 p.m. (weather permitting). Starting at 1p.m., hear the remarkable story of three generations of the prominent South Carolina Grimke family. Sisters Sarah and Angelina Grimke, born into a South Carolina slaveholding family, became fierce abolitionists before the Civil War, and advocates for women’s rights later in life. In 1868, they discovered that their deceased brother had three sons with one of his slaves. Join Grant Cottage docents Diana O’Brien and Pat Smith and historian Duke Paden to learn how two generations of the Grimke family joined a third to become advocates for pathways to justice and opportunity. 1000Mt. McGregor Road, Wilton. Cottage tours are $6for adults, $5for seniors, and $5for students ages 6-18. The suggested donation for programs is $5per person. For more information visit www.grantcottage.org. HOPE ROCKS: Hope Rocks, a first-of-its-kind free festival, will be held at Cantine Veterans Memorial Complex in Saugerties, on August 19 from noon -9p.m., and Au-

gust 20from noon - 5p.m.. Hope Rocks provides hope to those suffering with depression and addiction, as well as anyone seeking advocacy, education, counseling and support. The two-day festival offers presentations, speakers, onsite counseling and support services, as well as a wide range of activities including pickle ball, softball, basketball, volleyball, human foosball, a motorcycle ramble, a 5- and 10-K run, live music, food, vendors and an art exhibition. The festival’s centerpiece is the Walk of Hope, an opportunity to remember loved ones who lost their battle with addiction, depression and suicide. For more information, go to hoperocksny.com or email rocksmorse@gmail.com. ROLLER DERBY: It might be hot outside but it’s going to be nothing but cool in the Albany Cap Center on August 19, when the Albany All Stars Roller Derbytakes the track against Philly Roller Derby. Doors will open at 6:00pm, and the game will start at 7:00pm. Tickets: $10pre-sales; Limited quantity of $15VIP tickets; Kids 10& under are just $5. Adult tickets will be $12the day of the event so make sure to buy yours in advance at https://squareup.com/store/ albany-all-stars-roller-derby. A portion of the proceeds will go to theInterfaith Partnership for the Homeless. RUSTIC BARN: AVEOS!, 8 p.m. 150Speigletown Road, Troy.

SCENES IN AUGUST: The Blue Horse Repertory Company Acting School presents “Scenes in August,” a benefit performance for St. Anne Institute, directed by Lora Lee Ecobelli. The scenes are prepared by the students of the Acting School. The performance date is Saturday, August 19, at 8p.m. in the St. Anne Institute Catena Conference Center, 160 North Main Avenue, Albany. Walk-ins are welcome. Suggested donation of $10. For information contact the Development office at 4376563or dsuto@s-a-i.org. THACHER NATURE CENTER: Evening Hike, 6p.m. Join a hike to the escarpment on the Fred Schroeder Memorial Trail. The 3mile loop is fairly level and mainly in the woods. Meet at the Carrick Road trailhead. Please call 872-0800to register.

TROY MAKERS MARKET: Join the Makers Market every Saturday outside on River Street from 9a.m. to 2p.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/. WORLD HISTORY TIMELINE: Each year, the Watervliet Historical Society and the Historical Society of the Town of Colone CoHosts “The Time Line of World History” day’s event (formerly “The Civil War Heritage Days”. This event will again be held at the Schuyler Flats in Menands on August 19-20. This free public event for all ages expands well beyond the usual Civil War. Authentic period reenactors, music and exhibits will bring to life historic periods ranging from Medieval to the present. There will be military vehicles on display such as WWI and WWII jeeps, cannons and much more. 10a.m. to 5p.m., 595Broadway, Menands.

YADDO GARDEN TOURS: Yaddo Garden Tours will be held Saturday and Sunday from June 24-5through 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 11a.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 5840746or www.Yaddo. org for more information.

Sunday, Aug. 20

BAKE SALE: The Friends of the Waterford Public Library will hold a bake sale from 9a.m. to noon on Sunday, August 20, 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.

BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH:

For Bethel’s 81st church anniversary, Rev.Dr. Byron Williams, Newburgh, NY is Guest Preacher at the 11a.m. Worship Service. 21655th Avenue, Troy. BREAKFAST & BINGO: Breakfast and Bingo! will be held at MechanicvilleStillwater Elks, 300Park Avenue in Mechanicville on Sunday, August 20, with games starting at 1p.m. Doors/Kitchen will open at 10a.m.; ticket sales start at11:30a.m. Call 664-8072 for more information.