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Tuesday, Aug. 22

ALBANY-SARATOGA SPRITUAL ADVENTURES: “The Spiritual Truth About Anger and What to Do With It,” Tuesday, August 22at 6:45p.m. hosted by Albany-Saratoga Spiritual Adventures at Woodlawn Commons, 156Lawrence St., Saratoga Springs. Release the anger that’s holding you back from spiritual growth. Attendees will learn the spiritual truth behind anger and the spiritual principles that can free them from anger and unresolved past experiences. Suggested donation: $20. For more information, visit www.newthoughtnewyork.org or call 366-9918.

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Book Buddies, 10 a.m. Sign up to partner with a teen book buddy to practice your reading skills. For grades K-5. 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar.

CHENEY LIBRARY: Cheney Library in Hoosick Falls offers a Summer Reading Adventure for grades K - 8. Programs for grades K - 3will be at 3p.m. on Tuesdays. August 22: Party and make Thaumatropes and Walking Water. Be sure to join up for a summer of fun at 73 Classic Street, Hoosick Falls. CMOST: Engineering Fun & Learning Series, 2p.m. Free with museum admission. 250 Jordan Road, Troy. For more information call 235-2120or visit www.cmost.org.

EAST SIDE SENIORS: Instead of their regular meeting on August 22, the East Side Seniors will have a luncheon at Paolo Lombardi’s in Wynantskill. Watch for the next update.

KINDNESS ROCK PROJECT: When Mrs. Nadine Scott, retired elementary teacher from Hoosick Falls Central School, was vacationing on Cape Code she found the Kindness Rocks Project, which she discovered is world wide. Now Mrs. Scott is bringing the project to Hoosick Falls. Come to the Cheney Library on August 22 at 3p.m. and August 23at 4 p.m to decorate rocks to place in the new Kindness Rocks garden. The rocks have already been painted with a base coat; all you’ll need to do is paint on a picture or a favorite saying with felt tip colored markers. Then they’ll be sealed and placed in the garden of Cheney Library. Please call 518-686-9401to sign-up for this event to ensure that enough rocks are painted.

POESTENKILL SENIORS: The Poestenkill Seniors hold weekly meetings every Tuesday at 1p.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 $10a year.

RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Maker Lab for ages 5-12, 2p.m. Computer Help. Every Tuesday from 1p.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.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: Health & Wellness activities, 10a.m. Arts 4Vets meets every Tuesday at 10:30a.m. 19Third Street, Troy. Call 2705349to make a noon lunch reservation, or 270-5348for more information.

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. Docent-led 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 584-0746or www.Yaddo.org for more information.

Wednesday, Aug. 23

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 4p.m. on Wednesdays. August 23, Ice Cream Party: celebrate your achievements. 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: 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.

DEMONSTRATION GARDEN: Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rensselaer County presents “What’s Happening At The Demonstration Garden?” on Wednesday, August 23 from 6:30to 7: 30p.m. at the Robert C. Parker School, 4254 Route 43, North Greenbush. A walking tour will check on the Cornell Vegetable Variety Trial, Herb Garden, Prairie Garden, Fragrance Garden, Pollinator Garden and more. Be prepared to walk and stand, or bring an easily portable chair. 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 272-4210or dhc3@cornell.edu

GRANT COTTAGE: Knee-High History, 10a.m. The Civil War years were more than soldiers at war. In song and story, program facilitators Diana O’Brien and Tom Smith will remind us that there were heroes on the battlefields, cities, towns and villages who built upon the legacy left by our nation’s founders and who envisioned a country of freedom and opportunity for all. Designed specifically for young learners ages 3-9, this program is the first in a series of three Civil War-themed programs for children. This program is free and lasts approximately 45minutes. 1000

Mt. McGregor Road, Wilton. For more information visit www.grantcottage.org.

KINDNESS ROCK PROJECT: When Mrs. Nadine Scott, retired elementary teacher from Hoosick Falls Central School, was vacationing on Cape Code she found the Kindness Rocks Project, which she discovered is world wide. Now Mrs. Scott is bringing the project to Hoosick Falls. Come to the Cheney Library on August 22at 3p.m. and August 23at 4p.m to decorate rocks to place in the new Kindness Rocks garden. The rocks have already been painted with a base coat; all you’ll need to do is paint on a picture or a favorite saying with felt tip colored markers. Then they’ll be sealed and placed in the garden of Cheney Library. Please call 518-686-9401to sign-up for this event to ensure that enough rocks are painted.

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 12:40p.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.

PICKLING 101: Wednesday, August 23at 6p.m. at Senior Services of Watervliet, 1501Broadway. Come to this fun introductory class to learn the basics of pickling. Participants will sample products and make a project to take home. Sponsored by Watervliet Public Library. Advanced registration is required and space is limited: call 274-4471or email director@watervlietpubliclibrary.org to sign up.

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.

SPEIGLE ELDERS: The Speigle Elders will hold its second meeting of the month at 12:30p.m. on Wednesday, August 23, with refreshments provided and served by Table 2members. Final payments due at this meeting for Erie Canal luncheon.

THRIFT SHOP: Christ United Methodist Church, Bridge St, Johnsonville 12094. Route 40to Route 67East. Open 9a.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 $3 a bag! Beautiful special occasion outfits. Lots of housewares, CDs, books and jewelry.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: Aerobics 9:30a.m. Health & Wellness activities, 10 a.m. Bingo 12:45p.m. Work out with Ellio, 1p.m.19 Third Street, Troy.Call 270-5349 to make a noon lunch reservation, or 270-5348for more information. VOLKSWALK: Join the Empire State Capital Volkssporters for fun fitness and fellowship in Troy, starting at 9a.m. at Sacred Heart Church, 310Spring Avenue. A volkswalk is a leisurely walk (typicaly 10k or 6.2 miles; a 3mile route is also offere) through a scenic and or historic area over a premarked trail. Register 30 minutes before start. More information is available at www.ava.org and www.walkescv.org.

WILLIAMS COLLEGE MUSEUM OF ART: “The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood,” faculty led book discussion, noon. Free. WCMA Galleries, 15 Lawrence Hall Drive, Williamstown MA. Call (413) 597-2429for more informa- tion.

Thursday, Aug. 24

AMERICAN REVOLUTION ROUND TABLE: The American Revolution Round Table (ARRT) of the Hudson and Mohawk Valleys proudly presents “18th Century Military Archaeology in the Upper Hudson and Champlain Valleys” by David Starbuck. This session will be held on Thursday, August 24, at the Schuylerville Town Hall, 12 Spring St. (corner of Route 29& 4, the old High School), Schuylerville. The event starts at 6:30p.m. with social time, followed by the presentation at 7p.m. There is a $5suggested donation to cover related costs. For further information, email arrthudsonmohawkvalleys@gmail.com or call 774-5669.

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

CMOST: Sensory Play, “Rainbow,” 10a.m. - 11:30 a.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, 9 a.m. – 1p.m. Refreshments served. Call 235-3851for more information.

RUSTIC BARN: Open Mic with Brian LaPoint, 8p.m. 150Speigletown Road, Troy.

SPEIGLE ELDERS BUS TRIP: The bus departs the church parking lot at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, August 24, for the Speigle Elders’ Erie Canal trip to Herkimer, with arrival at 11:30a.m. for lunch at the Waterfront Grill. The boat will embark at 12:30p.m. for a narrated 1-1⁄2 hour cruise on the canal, followed by a visit to the gift shop, with return to Troy in late afternoon. Contact Carol Vozzy or Carol Smollen with any questions or for additional information.

THURSDAY NIGHT PATIO SESSION: Join The Restaurant at the Pointe, 3Carondelet Drive, Watervliet, on Thursday, August 24, at 5 p.m. for a live performance by local artist Kevin Maul. The show is free, however seating is first come first served. In the event of inclement weather Maul will perform in the Hospitality Hall. For more information about the show please call 250-4525.

TROY PUBLIC LIBRARY: Teen Art Night: Painted Paper Abstract Drawings for ages 12- 19. 6p.m., Main Library, 100Second Street, Troy.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: Alzheimer’s Presentation 11:30a.m. Health & Wellness Activities 10a.. 19 Third Street, Troy. Call 2705349to make a noon lunch reservation, or 270-5348 for more information.

VICTORIAN ABSTRACTION RECEPTION: Carmen’s Cafe, located at 198First Street in Troy, is exhibiting “Victorian Abstraction,” lyric paintings by San Francisco transplant Virginia Bryant, through October 15. Curated by Jim Lewis, the exhibition features 17paintings and works on paper executed from 2009to 2017. This is the first public exhibition in Troy for Bryant, whose paintings are collected internationally & have garnered awards and press attention nationally. A reception for the artist will be held Thursday August 24from 5:30p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Carmen’s is open 9 a.m. to 4p.m. for breakfast and lunch, on Saturday and

Sunday only. For reservations call 326-2064.

WILLIAMS COLLEGE MUSEUM OF ART: 5p.m., “Space as Archive,” talk. 7 p.m., “Slideshow: Vintage Educational Shorts,” screening. Free. WCMA Galleries, 15Lawrence Hall Drive, Williamstown MA. Call (413) 597-2429for more information.

Friday, Aug. 25

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.

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: 10a.m., Cof- fee & Cinema: “Eddie the Eagle” (PG-13, 106min, 20th Century Fox). Coffee, tea and light refreshments will be available. 2:30p.m., Summer Cinema. Bring a blanket or pillow; we’ll supply the popcorn as you watch “Boss Baby” (PG, 98min, 20th Century Fox). For kids and families. 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar.

CMOST: Science on the Sidewalk, “Bubble Fun,” 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. 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.

NEIGHBORHOOD CONCERT: Mike Jenkins and the Fat Ties, Friday August 25, 7 p.m. - 10p.m. at the Market Place on Hill Street between Washington and Liberty Streets in Troy. All welcome. Bring a friend. Organized by the Little Italy Neighborhood Quality of Life Committee.

OCTAGON BARN STAR PARTY: Join miSci for a free astronomy lesson and dark sky observing at the Octagon Barn in Delanson. Dr. Rebecca Koopman’s presentation on “Star formation in galaxy groups and clusters“will be followed by night sky observing if the weather is clear. Amateur astronomers and families are invited to bring binoculars or telescopes. Telescopes will also be set up for public use. 8p.m., Knox Octagon Barn, 588Middle Rd, Delanson. Donations graciously accepted. For more information visit https://www.face-book.com/events/1200409323351090/.