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Monday, Oct. 9

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: 1:30 p.m., Daybooks discusses “The Bad-Ass Librarians of Timbuktu: And Their Race to Save the World’s Most Precious Manuscripts” by Joshua Hammer. Copies are available at the information desk. Large-print audio and downloadable copies may be available. 2 p.m., Ann Seegal Memorial Storytelling Program: Travel the World in Tales & Tunes. A storytelling extravaganza featuring audience participation, tales, tunes and drama representing each of the seven continents. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Senior Bridge Club, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Adult Yoga, 6 p.m. 4118 State Highway 2, Troy. Call 279-4023 or visit www.brunswicklibrary.org for more information.

ITALIAN AMERICAN HERITAGE MUSEUM: Celebrate Columbus in the Museum’s unique setting comprised of 10 Exhibit Rooms, a Hall of History and Gift Shop. A special exhibit will also be available “Celebrating Italian Americans in Cinema and Theatre: Actors and Directors.” 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., 1227 Central Avenue, Albany. For more information visit www.americanitalianmuseum.org.

PICTURE PERFECT PUMPKINS: Please join the Troy Public Library on Monday, October 9, at 4 p.m. at the Main Branch, 100 Second Street, to create pumpkins papered with framed vintage prints to decorate your home with this fall. All supplies will be provided and hot spiced cider will be served. This program is free and open to the public. Advanced registration is required. For more information and to register, call the library at 518-274-7071 or online at www.thetroylibrary.org.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: Aerobics, 9:30 a.m. Come and work out with Elio, 1 p.m. 19 Third Street, Troy. For noon lunch reservations ($3) please call 518-270-5349. WATERVLIET HISTORICAL SOCIETY: A meeting of the Watervliet Historical Society is Monday, October 9, at 6:30 p.m. at the Watervliet Senior Center. Following the meeting President Tom Ragosta will present “The Erie Canal and the City of Watervliet,” discussing why New York State was chosen and the canal’s influence on the City of Watervliet. Refreshments will be served.

Tuesday, Oct. 10

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: AfterDinner Too discusses “Silence” by Shusaku Endo. Copies are available at the information desk. Largeprint audio and downloadable copies may be available. 7 p.m., 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. EAST SIDE SENIORS: The next East Side Seniors meeting will be on October 10 at the American Legion Post in Wynantskill. Team 3 will provide lunch after the meeting. The meeting begins at 1 p.m., preceeded by the pledge to our Flag. The meeting is followed with games and conversation among friends.

HALF MOON BUTTON CLUB: The Half Moon Button Club will meet on Tuesday October 10, at 11 a.m. at the Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. The social time starts at 11 a.m. and the business meeting starts at noon, followed by the program. The program this month will be presented by Kirsti Gariepy on “Using Buttons in Jewelry.” Bring a bag lunch. Dessert will be provided. For more information call Lisa at 469-7420 or Kirsti at 869-8125.

HONOR A DECEASED VETEAN: The Rensselaer County Honor a Deceased Veteran Program honors Elton G. Cook, Sr. on October 10 at 8:30 a.m. in the Legislative Chambers, Third Floor of the County Office Bldg. 1600 Seventh Avenue, Troy. Elton served in the United States Army as a Medical Aid Man/Ambulance Driver during World War II earning the Asiatic-Pacific Service Medal, a Good Conduct Medal and several shooting medals. He worked as an Ambulance Driver at Leonard Hospital for 42 years, and was captain for several years of the Knickerbocker Steamer Company, #1 in Waterford. For more information, contact the Rensselaer County Veterans Service Agency at 518-270-2760. 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: Computer Help, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Drop in and get help with a computer, phone or other device, and get your questions answered 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.

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. All persons age 16 and older with any interest in the art of magic are welcome, whether it’s performance, history, collecting or purely entertainment. For more information, visit WWW.SAM24.org.

TROY PUBLIC LIBRARY: The

Troy Public Library finance committee meets at 5:15 p.m., and the Board of Trustees meets at 5:30 p.m. at the Main Library, 100 Second Street, Troy.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: 9:30 a.m., Knitting and Crocheting. 10 a.m., Health & Wellness activities. Arts 4 Vets meets every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. Call 270-5349 to make a noon lunch reservation, or 2705348 for more information.

Wednesday, Oct. 11

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: In “The Lostkills: Off the Beaten Path in the Catskills,” Local author and hiker Alan Via will share photos and stories of some of the more obscure mountains of the Catskills. 7-8:30 p.m., 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Kids’ STEAM Class, 3:30 p.m.; T/ween Tea Book Talk, 4:30 p.m. Kids in 5th grade and up are welcome to come and discuss their favorite book with some delicious snacks. Adult Yoga Hour, 6 p.m. 4118 State Highway 2, Troy.

Call 279-4023 or visit www.brunswicklibrary.org for more information.

CMOST: Science Story Time, 11 a.m. Fall is this month’s story time theme. Join a Museum Educator for a science-based story time that includes a project-based activity for ages 2-6. No preregistration required, free with museum admission. Stop by CMOST at 3 p.m. to join in the celebration of National Fossil Day. Explore an assortment of fossils and learn how they were formed, and create a fossil to take home. For ages 5 and up. Free with museum admission. 250 Jordan Road, Troy. For more information visit www.cmost.org.

JACK MCENENY: On Wednesday, October 11, at noon, Former Commissioner, Assemblyman and Historian Jack McEneny will offer a presentation on “50 Years of Public Service,” discussing his time in state and public offices. The event will be held at CSSC’s Beltrone Living Center, 6 Winners Circle, Albany. The event will be open at the end for all questions and answers. A suggested contribution of $4 is welcomed for the presentation and lunch. SPEIGLE ELDERS: The Speigle Elders will hold their first meeting of the month at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 11, with the monthly charity collection and dessert provided by Table 5 members. Final payments will be due for the October 18 Lake George theater trip and the October 24 Oktoberfest in Massachusetts. THRIFT SHOP: Johnsonville Methodist Church, Bridge St, Johnsonville 12094. Route 40 to Route 67 East. Look for the “OPEN” flag on Route 67. Open 9 a.m. - noon Wednesdays and the first Saturday of each month. Most clothing $3 a bag. Large selection of men’s, women’s and children’s clothing, coats, shoes and accessories. Lots of career and special occasion clothes, housewares, CDs, books, toys and jewelry. VOLKSPORTER WALK: Walk in Lake George on October 11. Registration 9:30 a.m.to 9:55 a.m. for a 10 a.m.. walk. Meet at Ft. William Henry Resort Hotel, 48 Canada Street. 5 K and 10 K options available. Visit Walkescv.org for more information.

Thursday, Oct. 12

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: 10:30 a.m., Tai Chi for Health. Weekly class explores the Tai Chi for Diabetes form. No experience is needed, and all ages and abilities are welcome. Wear loose, comfortable clothes. 4 p.m., Kids Builder Association. Build your own fun with Legos, Snap Circuits, K’nex, blocks, puzzles, origami and more. For kids and families. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar.

BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Tots Class, 10:30 a.m. Knitting Group, 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Join LGTBQ Educator and Consultant, Lyndon Cudlitz at 6 p.m. for an informational workshop designed to assist community members in learning how to support their LGBTQ Friends and Family members. 4118 State Highway 2, Troy. Call 279-4023 or visit www. brunswicklibrary.org for more information.

CMOST: Sensory Play, “Autumn Leaves,” 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Join CMOST staff in the GE Junior Discovery room for a hands-on sensory science activity. No preregistration required, activity included with museum admission. For ages 2-6. Homeschool Enrichment Program, “Super Slimy Science,” 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., with programs for ages 6-8 and 9-12. Pre-registration is required and class size is limited. 250 Jordan Road, Troy. For more information visit www.cmost.org. COHOES COLUMBIETTES: The Cohoes Columbietts will have their monthly meeting on Thursday night, October 12, at 255 Remsen St. Cohoes. The evening will begin with a refreshment and the meeting will follow at 8 p.m. CORNER SHOPPE: Located at Cornerstone Church, 570 Third Avenue, North Troy, the Corner Shoppe is displaying Fall & Halloween decorations & costumes through October. The Christmas holiday kicks off on November 4. Clothing for the entire family at bargain prices, along with linens, housewares, & toys are featured. Refreshments served. Hours are 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. every Thursday and Saturday. For more information call 518-235-3851. ITALIAN AMERICAN HERITAGE MUSEUM: “La Terra Nera - Muckland Farmers of Canastota, NY,” 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Historian Tricia Barbagallo documents the history of the agriculture in Madison County, NY and the Italian immigrant farmers, whose onion farms made New York the Onion Capital of the United States. Desserts are welcomed for the reception that follows. 1227 Central Avenue, Albany. For more information visit www. americanitalianmuseum.org. RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Teen Anime Club, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Computer Help, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Drop in and get help with a computer, phone or other device, and get your questions answered 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, TROY SENIOR CENTER:

9 a.m., Arts and Crafts. 10 a.m., Osteo Aerobics. 19 Third Street, Troy. Fall Gala (Semi-Formal Attire) 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Franklin Terrace. Tickets available at the Senior Center.

Friday, Oct. 13

BERKSHIRE SYMPHONY: The Williams College Department of Music presents the Berkshire Symphony in concert performing Claude Debussy’s “Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun,” Bela Bartok’s Viola Concerto featuring Hsin-Yun Huang, viola. and Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 6 on Friday, October 13, at 8 p.m. in Chapin Hall on the Williams College campus. Ronald Feldman will give a preconcert talk at 7:15 p.m. in Brooks-Rogers Recital Hall, adjacent to the main venue. These events are free and open to the public. BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Teen Cafe, 2:30 p.m. Free Halloween Family Film Fest presents “Ghostbusters,” 4 p.m. 4118 State Highway 2, Troy. Call 279-4023 or visit www.brunswicklibrary.org for more information.

CMOST: Join CMOST, the Children’s Museum of Science + Technology, at 2 p.m. for the Engineering Fun and Learning Series and explore fun engineering challenges and experiments. 250 Jordan Road, Troy. For more information vist www.cmost.org.

CONSULTING ALLIANCE: “Implementing Lean in NYS,” Friday, October 13, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Wolferts Roost Country Club, 120 Van Rensselaer Blvd., Albany. Erika Choi, Director of the NYS Lean Program will share the innovative strategies that have enabled the execution of more than 600 projects across the state in less than four years, to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of delivering services to citizens. Members $20; Late Member Registration $25. Non-Members $30; Late Non-Member Registration $35. Online payment is required. Register at https:// www.consultingalliance.org/ event-2630547.

MASONS: The Apollo-King Solomon’s Masonic Lodge #13 will host The Grand Lecturer’s Convention of tghe Old 17th Masonic District on Friday, October 13, at the Troy Masonic Community Center, 39 Brunswick Road, with a dinner preceding at 6:30 p.m. and a social hour at 5:30 p.m. This is New York State Grand Lecturer The Right Worshipful Richard J. Kessler’s official visitation to the Old 17th Masonic District with, the Assitant Grand Lecturer host Francis P. Burek, Daniel Valante and Terrance Quinton For dinner reservations go to masonsonline.

MILHAM PLANETARIUM: Experience the wonders of our universe at the Milham Planetarium, inside the Old Hopkins Observatory at Williams College. Williams Astronomy students host free shows for the public on Friday evenings at 8 p.m. from September 15 through November 17, and on December 1. For reservations (recommended) contact Michele Rech at (413) 597-2188 or email mcr4@williams.edu. Others will be admitted as space permits. Large groups should call for special appointments.

THEATER VOICES: Theater Voices will present a staged reading of “Rx” by Kate Fodor, directed by Yvonne Perry, at Steamer No. 10 Theater, 500 Western Avenue, Albany. This sly, smart comedy takes a stab at Big Pharma and its cynical mission to medicate the whole world for the condition of being human. Performances will be held Friday, October 13 at 8 p.m.; Saturday, October 14 at 3 p.m. and 8 p.m.; and Sunday, October 15 at 3 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, please contact info@theatervoices.org.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: 9:30 a.m., Aerobics. 10:30 a.m., Bible Study. 12:45 p.m., Bingo. 1 p.m., Work Out with Ellio. 19 Third Street, Troy. To make reservations for noon lunch call 270-5349. For more information call 2705348.

YADDO GHOST TOUR: Experience the spirit(s) of the garden. Feel the energy and creativity of the forces of the earth. Share in the spiritual intrigue from Native Americans, Edgar Allen Poe, the Trask Family and other contemporary visitors. Tours are held in the garden only (not the Mansion) Friday and Sunday evenings at 5 p.m. through October 29. Docent led tours begin at the Yaddo parking lot and last approximately one hour. Cost $10/person (children 12 and under free). Contact Yaddo at 518-584-0746 or www.yaddo.org for more information.

Saturday, Oct. 14

ALBANY CURLING CLUB: The Albany Curling Club, 117 West McKown Road, is holding its annual Fall Open House on October 14 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, October 15, from noon - 4 p.m. Head out onto the ice where trainers will teach you how to throw the curling stone and sweep it like an Olympian. Free family fun for ages 6 and up. Under age 18 must bring a parent or legal guardian. Wear warm loose fitting clothing and bring clean sneakers. For more information visit https://www.facebook.com/events/117677638861177.