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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 2353851for 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 244-4650.

RENSSELAER EAGLES: The Rensselaer Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie #4446will meet at 6:30p.m. their rooms at 651Broadway 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. 19Third 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 SHOW OPENING: 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. - 8 p.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 execu- tion 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, 123 min, Focus Features). Coffee, tea and light refreshments will be available. 2:30p.m., Summer Cinema: “Charlotte’s Web.” (G, 96min, 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 WAR WEEKEND: During its bicentennial year, Hyde Hall in Cooperstown invites you to experience a threeday 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,” 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 some hands-on experiments for visitors to explore. 250 Jordan 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, 1401 First Avenue, Watervliet. $3 entry fee.

FARMERS& ARTISANS’ MARKET: Castletonon-Hudson Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market (COHFAM) is held the first and third Friday of every month from June - September, 4:307:30p.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 RAILROADCAMP-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

BAGSALE: Pine Grove United Methodist Church, 1580Central Ave., Colonie, will hold a ‘Bag Sale’ in their Thrift Shop on August 19 and 26, from 10a.m. to 1 p.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 WAR WEEKEND: 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 10 a.m. to 4p.m. at regular tour prices. For further information visit HydeHall.org or call (607) 547-5098Ext 6.

COMMUNITY MEAL: This month’s community meal at Bethel Baptist Church in Troy has been cancelled so church members can prepare for the anniversary celebration on Sunday, August 20, at 2165Fifth Avenue.

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. – 1 p.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 10 a.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 August 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 Derby takes 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 the Interfaith Partnership for the Homeless.