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Sunday, Nov. 12

ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST: All you can eat for only $9, children 5-10 $4, under 5 free. The menu includes: juice, coffee, tea or hot chocolate, fruit cup, scrambled eggs, pancakes with hot syrup, French toast, home fries, corned beef hash, bacon, sausage, cereals & banana, Danish pastries, bagels, toast plus an Omelete Station. 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Latham Colonie Knights of Columbus, 328 Troy Schenectady Road, Latham. For more information call 518-783-0572 or visit www.lathamcoloniekofc.com. BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: A Little Sunday Music: Musicians of Ma’alwyck, 2 p.m. This concert featuring violinist Ann-Marie Barker Schwartz, flutist Norman Thibodeau and guitarist Sten Isachsen celebrates the Ruins of Rome wallpaper, based on the engravings of Giovanni Pannini and recently installed at the Schuyler Mansion. Sponsored by Friends of Bethlehem Public Library. All ages welcome. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar.

CAPITAL DISTRICT COLUMBIETTES: The November meeting for the Capital District Chapter Columbiettes will be held at 1 p.m. on Sunday, November 12, at the Mother McAuley Council in Ravena. Capital District Chapter President Linda Cotch will preside. The Mother McAuley Council meeting place is located in St. Patrick’s School (across from Church entrance), 21 Main Street, Ravena.

CMOST: Pottery for Kids, 1 p.m. Visitors will learn about the technological diversity in the early development of pottery. Children will have an opportunity to make their own pottery using techniques of coiling, slab formed and pinching. This program is included with museum admission and is recommended for ages 5 and up. Children’s Museum of Science + Technology, 250 Jordan Road, Troy. For more information and a daily calendar of events visit www. cmost.org.

CONCERT OF THANKSGIVING: Join the Music Company Orchestra for an afternoon of familiar and fun classical favorites to benefit Schenectady

Inner City Ministry’s (SICM) 50th Anniversary Celebration next year. The concert will take place on Sunday, November 12, at 3 p.m. at Schenectady High School Auditorium. It will feature a free will offering to support SICM Attendees are asked to bring a nonperishable food item for Thanksgiving dinner for SICM’s food pantry. Visit www.mcomusic.org for more information.

CONCERTS IN THE VILLAGE: At 3 p.m. on Sunday, November 12, at Kinderhook Reformed Church, 21 Broad Street, Concerts in the Village will present Handel’s monumental oratorio “Israel in Egypt,” with the Broad Street Chorale, the Cantilena Chamber Choir (Lenox), Andrea Goodman, Director, the Broad Street Orchestra, and soloists. This will be the second program of CITV’s eighth season. CITV Artistic Director David Smith will conduct. Contribution $20. Reception to follow. Handicapped accessible. For further information and assured seating (recommended) visit www.concertsinthevillage.org or call 518-7586869.

FAIR TRADE/JUDAICA

SALE: The Capital Region community will have an opportunity to purchase beautiful fair trade products and Judaica for the holiday season and help people in need through B’nai Sholom Reform Congregation’s Fair Trade Sale, Judaica Sale, and clothing and blood drives on Sunday, November 12, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the synagogue, 420 Whitehall Road, Albany. The American Red Cross bloodmobile will be on-hand from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.to collect badly needed blood donations. In addition, B’nai Sholom will accept clean, gently used winter clothes and shoes for donation to those in need throughout the Capital Region. For more information about the sales and drives, visit www.bnaisholomalbany.org or contact the B’nai Sholom office at 518-482-5283 or office@bnaisholom.albany.ny.us.

‘FAKE NEWS’: Nancy Roberts and Thomas Palmer of the University at Albany’s Journalism Program will provide an overview of the history of “Fake News” in America from Revolutionary times, and examine how social media

can magnify such effects the effects of “Fake News.” 1:15 p.m., Room 224, Campus Center, Sage Colleges Albany Campus, New Scotland Ave. at Academy Road, Albany. The talk will be preceded by refreshments at 12;30 p.m. This free event is presented by the Capital District Humanist Society. For more details or directions, call 518-533-2666, or visit www.humanistsociety.org.

GREENBUSH HISTORICAL

SOCIETY: Long before Amazon and other online outlets started selling almost everything by computer, “catalog shopping” was a popular way to find needed items - even a house, The “Sears Modern Home “catalog sold more than 70,000 homes between 1908 and 1940, many of which are still standing in this area. Greenbush Historical Society Board President Mary Ellen Sullivan will lead a presentation on the history behind these sturdy, do-ityourself kits at 2 p.m. at the East Greenbush Library. The meeting is free and open to the public, but please register with the East Greenbush Library at 518-477-7476.

HUDSON HALL: The Gossips of Rivertown blogger and local historian Carole Osterink joins Shaker Museum executive director Lacy Schutz, and cast members of Hudson Hall’s production of the Virgil Thomson/Gertrude Stein opera “The Mother of Us All” to share details of Hudson’s fascinating part in the story of women’s suffrage, abolitionism and gender equality. 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., following a 4 p.m. performance of the opera at Hudson Hall, 327 Warren Street, Hudson.

MESSY CHURCH: A Messy Church gathering will begin at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 12 at Grace Church, 34 Broad Street, Waterford. Messy Church provides an opportunity for people of all ages to worship together in a fun and creative way. Free activities for all age, including Christ centered crafts, and a free community Thanksgiving Dinner are planned. For more information, call the Episcopal parish at 518-237-7370 or visit gracewaterford.com.

MONTHLY BREAKFAST: The Valley Falls VFW Post 1938 located on Poplar Avenue, serves its monthly breakfast on Sunday, November 12, from 8 a.m. - 11 a.m. The Menu consists of eggs made to order,

French Toast, Pancakes, sausage, bacon, toast, fried potatoes, coffee, juice, fruit and biscuits with sausage gravy. Adults over age 13 $8, children 5-12 $4. A Chinese raffle with lots of great prizes will be drawn after the breakfast. Veterans eat free as our way of saying Thank You.

ORGAN CONCERT: An Organ Concert with local organist Donald Ingram will take place on Sunday, November 12, starting at 3 p.m. at St. Francis of Assisi Church, 391 Delaware Avenue, Albany. It will feature the church’s magnificent Casavant Organ and works of Bach, Franck, Fedak and Douglas Major. Those in attendance will be invited to join in Handel’s Hallelujah chorus. A free-will offering will support maintaining the organ. All are welcome and refreshments will be served. PALESTINIAN ACTIVIST: Iyad Burnat, who was featured in his brother’s Oscar-nominated film, “5 Broken Cameras,” will speak about resistance to the Israeli occupation in his West Bank village of Bil’in. Also, Albany County Legislator Doug Bullock will receive the annual Grace White Peace and Justice Award. Lunch at 1 p.m. will be followed by the presentation of the award and the talk by Iyad Burnat at approximately 2 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 10 N. Main Ave., Albany. PENNY SOCIAL: The Cohoes Knights of Columbus will hold a Penny Social at 1 p.m. on Sunday, November 12, at 255 Remsen St Cohoes. Doors open at 10 a.m.; kitchen opens at 11 a.m. RENSSELAER LAND TRUST: 2017 marks the 30th anniversary of the founding of the Rensselaer Land Trust. After 30 years, there are many people to thank for land conservation in Rensselaer County. RLT will do so at their Annual Meeting and 30th Anniversary Celebration on Sunday, November 12. RLT invites everyone from the community to join them as they celebrate at Brown’s Brewing Company’s Revolution Hall at 417 River Street in Troy. Parking is available at the site. A plated diner will be catered by Brown’s Brewing Company. Tickets are $30 per person, cash bar will be open. To RSVP and purchase tickets go online at www. renstrust.org or call 518659-LAND (5263). TELLABRATION: Storytellers Kate Dudding, Margaret French, Marni Gillard, Christie Keegan, Bonnie Mion, Claire Nolan, Nancy Marie Payne and Sandy Schuman share humorous, heartwarming and/or dramatic tales of people dealing with challenges. Emcee: Karen Pillsworth. GE Theatre at Proctors, 432 State St., Schenectady. Tickets available at Proctors Box Office or http://www.proctors.org. $12 adults; $10 newcomers. $10 groups; $6 students. For more information call 518383-4620, email kate@ storycircleatproctors.org or visit http://storycircleatproctors.org/tellabration. shtml.

THACHER NATURE CENTER: Berry Basket for Birds, 1 p.m. Create some holiday bird bounty with a Basket of Berries to use as a centerpiece and then offer to your backyard birds! Bring a basket from home (preferably w/ a handle) to be lined with plastic and filled with stems of native plants that offer lots of important foods for birds as they fatten up for the winter. Materials fee is $3. Please call 518-8720800 to register.

Monday, Nov. 13

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: DayBooks discusses “Commonwealth” by Ann Patchett at 1:30 p.m. Copies are available at the information desk. Largeprint audio and downloadable copies may be available. Library board meets at 6 p.m. All meetings are open to the public. 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. DOODLES & WATERCOLORS: On November 13 and 20 at 5:30 p.m., Artist Joy Ting will lead a Doodles and Watercolor Workshop at the Troy Public Library’s Lansingburgh Branch, 27 114th Street. Participants will learn doodle and basic watercolor techniques while creating colorful and expressive backgrounds using watercolor washes. Students will layer different types of doodles/drawings on the colorful pieces. This program is free and open to the public. For more information and to register call the library at 518-235-5310 or online at www.thetroylibrary.org.

HONOR A DECEASED VETERAN: The Rensselaer County Honor a Deceased Veteran Program will honor William P. Wade on November 13 at 0830 in the Legislative Chambers, Third Floor of the County Office Bldg. located at 1600 Seventh Avenue, Troy. William served in the United States Navy as a Radioman Second Class during World War II earning the Philippine Liberation Medal with 2 stars, the Asiatic-Pacific Service Medal with 3 stars, the American Victory Medal and a Good Conduct Medal. He held various elected positions within the county including The Commissioner of Social Services and County Clerk, as well as leadership positions in the Democratic party, and ran Wade’s Wine Shop in Lansingburgh. For more information contact the Rensselaer County Veterans Service Agency at 518-270-2760.

NEW YORK STATE MUSEUM: “Revolution Song: A Story of American Freedom,” a Lecture and Book Signing by Russell Shorto. His new book makes the compelling case that the American Revolution is still being fought today and that its ideals are worth defending. A book signing will follow the lecture. Books can be purchased at the event. 7 p.m., New York State Museum, 222 Madison Avenue, Albany.

WATERVLIET HISTORICAL SOCIETY: The monthly meeting for the Watervliet Historical Society will be held on Monday, November 13 at 6:30 pm at the Watervliet Senior Center. Following the meeting will be a presentation by Stuart W. Lehman, assistant Curator for the NYS Capitol. His program “The Fight for Women’s Suffrage in NYS” will explore the historic struggle and its outcome through images from both Suffrage and anti-Suffrage sources. Refreshments will be served.

WILLIAMS COLLEGE CONCERT: The Williams College Department of Music presents Blue Heron in “Songs of Love and Death” on Monday, November 13 at 8 p.m. in Chapin Hall. A pre-concert talk is offered by Class of 1960 lecturer Prof. Jessie Ann Owens at 7:15 p.m. in Brooks-Rogers Recital Hall, adjacent to the concert venue. Blue Heron’s music director, Scott Metcalfe, leads a post-concert talk-back along with Prof. Owens in Chapin Hall. These events are free and open to the public.

Tuesday, Nov. 14

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Join the library for a presentation by the Pride Center of the Capital Region to learn more about the experiences of LGBTQ people of all ages, and leave with tips on how to enrich your role as a friend or family member. Teens welcome. 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. BRAIN FOOD FOR THE CURIOUS: New York State Museum historians and scientists will share their knowledge and research in a series of lunchtime talks this fall and winter. On November 14, learn about new acquisitions to the Museum’s Contemporary Native American Art Collection, including photography, basketry, painting and intricately carved woodwork. Each program includes a 20-minute talk with a State Museum historian or scientist followed by a questionand-answer period. Attendees are encouraged to bring their lunch. 12:10 p.m. – 12:40 p.m., Huxley Theater, New York State Museum, 222 Madison Avenue, Albany.

CMOST: Join CMOST for the My Parent & Me science class, “Creature Comforts.” This is a chance for children and caregivers to interact, explore, imagine and discover the world of science together. Every session is thematically relevant and developmentally appropriate for children ages 2-5 and their caregiver. Pre-registration is required: CMOST members $45, future members $65. 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., Children’s Museum of Science + Technology, 250 Jordan Road, Troy. For more information and a daily calendar of events visit www. cmost.org.

EAST SIDE SENIORS: The East Side Seniors’ next meeting will be on November 14, hosted by team 4 at the American Legion Post, Main Avenue,Wynantskill. The meeting begins at 1 p.m., preceded by the pledge to the Flag. After lunch, enjoy bingo, games, and conversation. The bocci league is now in full swing. Any one interested in being a sub, contact Barb at 518674-8325.

HUDSON HALL: “Gertrude Stein, Susan B. Anthony and History Interrupt One Another,” with Joan Retallack, poet and Stein scholar, and erica kaufman, poet and Bard professor, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., following a 4 p.m. performance of Stein and Virgil Thomson’s opera, “The Mother of Us All,” at Hudson Hall, 327 Warren Street, Hudson. KRISTALLNACHT INTERFAITH COMMEMORATION: The 25th anniversary of the Kristallnacht Interfaith Commemoration, sponsored to unite the community against prejudice, will be marked with a screeening of “The Zookeeper’s Wife,” the story of Antonina and Jan Zabinski, who turned their zoo into a safe haven for hundreds of Jewish men, women, and children escaping the Warsaw Ghetto. 7 p.m., Page Hall, UAlbany downtown campus, 135 Western Ave, Albany. Free and open to the public. For more information visit https://www.jewishfedny.org/events/kristallnacht2017 or call 518-7837800 extension 235. NATURE LAB: The Sanctuary for Independent Media and NATURE Lab host “Open Hours for Art & Ecology” beginning on October 24. NATURE Lab (North Troy Art, Technology and Urban Research in Ecology) offers participatory art and ecology activities, gallery viewings, and conversation from 4 p.m. -6 p.m. every Tuesday through December 12 at 3364 6th Avenue, Troy. 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,

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 in Latham. All persons, age 16 and older, with any interest in the art of magic are welcome for a fun evening. For more information, visit WWW.SAM24.org. STEPHENTOWN MEMORIAL LIBRARY: Join SML’s own Maria Spear for introductory Ballroom Dance classes. On Tuesday, November 14, Maria will begin teaching the Foxtrot at 7 p.m. Please call the library to register for this class at 518-733-5750. 472 NY 43, Stephentown.

TROY PUBLIC LIBRARY:

A Finance Committee meeting will be held at 5:15 p.m., followed by a Board of Trustees meeting 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. Wear your costumes to the Halloween Party for your chance to win an award. A special dinner will be served at noon with live entertainment by Rockin’ Rob Carson. Call 270-5349 to make a noon lunch reservation, or 2705348 for more information. WILLIAMS COLLEGE: The Williams College Department of Music presents UC Davis Professor Jessie Ann Owens’s lecture, “From Madrigal to Mass in the 16th Century,” on Tuesday, November 14, at 4:15 p.m. in Room 30 of the Bernhard Music Center, on the Williams College campus. This lecture is sponsored by the Class of 1960 Scholars Fund and is free and open to the public.

WRESTLING COACHES MEETING: Capital District Youth Wrestling League Coaches will meet on Tuesday November 14 at 7:30 p.m., at the Ravenswood Pub, 1021 NY-146, Clifton Park. The meeting is open to all school based elementary wrestling clubs (K thru 6th). For more information email cdywrestling.com, visit https://sites.google.com/site/cdywrestling/ or look up @CDYWL2017 on Facebook and Twitter.

Wednesday, Nov. 15

ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST: The Cohoes Knights of Columbus will have their All-You-Can-Eat Breakfast Buffet on Sunday, November 15 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at 255 Remsen Street, Cohoes. Adults $8, children under five are free. BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Kids STEAM Class for ages 4+, 3:30 p.m. Adult Yoga, 6 p.m. 4118 State Highway 2, Troy. Call 279-4023 or visit www. brunswicklibrary.org for more information.

CMOST: “Fall and Thanksgiving” are this month’s Science Story Time themes. 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. For ages 2-6. 11 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., Children’s Museum of Science + Technology, 250 Jordan Road, Troy. For more information and a daily calendar of events visit www. cmost.org.

GOOD BOOKS FOR GOOD WORKS: On Wednesday, November 15, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., The Woman’s Club of Albany and The Book House of Stuyvesant Plaza will host an evening of holiday book suggestions and a special sale to raise funds for the library at the Lincoln Community Elementary School in Schenectady. Book House staff will present lively and engaging reviews of their favorite adult and children’s books at 6 p.m. A portion of all book sales that evening will be donated to the school for the purchase of new books. Light refreshments will be provided by the Woman’s Club. RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Teen Time, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Play games on our PS4, have snacks and talk with your friends. For ages 13-19. Rensselaer Public Library is located across the street from the Amtrak parking lot. To learn more, see http://rensselaerlibrary.org/ or visit http://www.facebook.com/RensselaerLibrary.

STEPHENTOWN MEMORIAL LIBRARY: Did you know that you can exercise your brain the same way you do your body? Scientists have proven that the brain can be strengthened and new connection can be made by performing workouts that stimulate the different regions of brain function. Join Maria Spear at 10:30 a.m. for a fun and challenging session sure to strengthen the muscle that we neglect most. *Space is limited so please reserve a spot by call the library at 518-733-5750. 472 NY-43, Stephentown.

THRIFT SHOP: Johnsonville Methodist Church, Bridge St, Johnsonville 12094. Route 40 to Route 67 East (Look for the “OPEN” flag on Route 67) features a large selection of men’s, women’s and children’s clothing, coats, shoes and accessories, including special occasion clothes for holiday parties, with most clothing $3 a bag, as well as a great selection of Christmas decor and lots of housewares, CDs, books, toys and jewelry. The shop is open from 9 a.m. to noon every Wednesday and on the first Saturday of each month.

Thursday, Nov. 16

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: American Red Cross blood drive, 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Call 1-800-REDCROSS or go to www. redcrossblood.org for more information and to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins welcome. Listening Party, 7 p.m. Listen to and discuss Frank Sinatra’s “Only the Lonely,” the 1958 collection of torch songs that was Sinatra’s personal favorite of all his albums. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. CANDLELIGHT VIGIL: The Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish of Watervliet/Green Island holds a candlelight prayer vigil for abused, trafficked and abandoned kids across the country, starting at 6 p.m. in front of Price Chopper, 19th Street in Watervliet. This national night of prayer and solidarity for homeless boys and girls will be held rain or shine. CMOST: Sensory Play, “Thanksgiving Extravaganza.” Help your child improve moto skills and increase his or her understanding of thow the wolrd works. Join CMOSt staff in the GE Junior Discovery Room for a hands-on science activity. No pre-registration required; activity included with museum admission. For ages 2-6. 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., Children’s Museum of Science + Technology, 250 Jordan Road, Troy. For more information and a daily calendar of events visit www. cmost.org.

CORNELL COOPERATIVE EXTENSION: Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County will hold its Annual Meeting, Thursday, November 16, at 12:30 p.m. at the William F. Rice Extension Center, 24 Martin Road, Voorheesville. This meeting is open to the public. Albany County residents 18 years of age or older are eligible to vote for members of the Board of Directors and various program committees. Ballots will be available the day of the meeting. For more information or to make a reservation, call Cornell Cooperative Extension at 518-765-3500.

CORNER SHOPPE: The Corner Shoppe at Cornerstone Comm. Church, 570 Third Ave., North Troy is displaying all things Christmas, along with a vast inventory of housewares, linens, shoes, toys, puzzles and clothing for the entire family-including coats and boots. 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Thursdays & Saturdays. For more info, please call 518-235-3851.

EMPAC: “They Are Waiting for You: Work in Progress” is a behind-the-scenes look at the development of Laure Prouvost’s new performance, which will premier in spring 2018. The work marks Prouvost’s first major commission for the stage. Theatrical and cinematic technologies -- projection, light and haze -- interact with dancers, musicians, objects and the audience in a surreal and perceptually disorienting performance. This free event takes place at 7 p.m. at the corner of 8th and Congress Streets, Troy. For more information visit empac.rpi.edu.

EVERETT WAGAR SENIOR CENTER: On Thursday, November 16, the Nutrition Department at the Everett Wagar Senior Center will hold its monthly special dinner at noon at 2 Roxborough Road, Grafton. This month’s theme is “Thanksgiving,” and the menu will consist of Roll, Fruit Juice and Pumpkin Pie w/Topping for dessert. Entertainment will begin at 11 a.m. with Carol and Gene Langley. There will also be a 50⁄50 drawing. Stop in anytime Mon. – Fri. 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. for a complete monthly menu and activities calendar. Please call 518-279-3413 to make your reservations for lunch. INTERFAITH STORY CIRCLE: The Interfaith Story Circle of Albany, Schenectady and Troy is celebrating its 25th programing year. This month theme is how stories shift our beliefs. Guest teller Beth Sabo Novik, a teacher of religious school at Temple Sinai, brings her many talents including storyteller, workshop facilitator, massage therapist, hypnotist, intuitive coach, wife and mom. Everyone is welcome to come to share stories about how stories have shifted your beliefs. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Congregation Berith Sholom 167 Third Street, Troy. A tour will be offered at 6:30 p.m. Free and open to the public. For further information, please contact Gert Johnson at grsjohnson@aol.com or 518-374-0637. MASONS: The Apollo-King Solomon’s Masonic Lodge #13 F. & A.M. will meet on Thursday, November 16, at 7:30 p.m. at the Troy Masonic Community Center, 39 Brunswick Road. Refreshments will be served following the meeting. 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, STEPHENTOWN MEMORIAL LIBRARY: Kids five and under, along with their parents and/or caregivers, are invited to playtime at the library, including circle time, music, movement, reading, crafts and free playtime. Siblings are welcome to join as well. 10 a.m., 472 NY-43, Stephentown.

TROY PUBLIC LIBRARY: Teen Art Night – Zentangle Drawing Workshop, 6 p.m., 100 Second Street, Troy. Using a variety of structured patterns teens will design images to form a unique work of art. For ages 12-17. No experience is necessary for this free event. Please call 518-274-7071 to register or sign up online at www. thetroylibrary.org.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: 9 a.m., Arts and Crafts. 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., Sewing Class. 10 a.m., Osteo Aerobics. Special Thanskgiving Dinner with entertainment by Guy Tonno. 19 Third Street, Troy. To make reservations for noon lunch call 270-5349. For more information call 270-5348.

WEAVERS’ GUILD SHOW: The Hudson-Mohawk Weavers’ Guild 39th Annual Show & Sale (November 16-19)features handwoven fashions, furnishings and holiday gifts, all made by local artisans, as well as fashion shows, weaving and spinning demos. 2 p.m. - 9 p.m., with a fashion show at 7 p.m., Pruyn House, 207 Old Niskayuna Rd, Colonie. Free admission and parking. For more information visit http://hmwg.org.

Friday, Nov. 17

BERKSHIRE SYMPHONY: The Williams College Department of Music presents the Berkshire Symphony in a concert including Gershwin’s “An American in Paris,” Piston’s Serenata, “Pastorale d’ete” by Arthur Honneger and Samuel Barber’s Violin Concerto with guest artist Yevgeny Kutik on Friday, November 17 at 8 p.m. in Chapin Hall on the Williams College campus. There is a pre-concert talk with conductor Ronald Feldman at 7:15 p.m. in Brooks-Rogers Recital Hall, adjacent to the main venue. These events are unticketed, and open to the public. CHATHAM BOOKSTORE:

In a show entitled “Soul of our Soil,” Hudson photographer Georgia Landman displays her photographs inspired by farms in Columbia County. The exhibit runs from November 17 to January 21, 2018. An opening reception will be held on Friday, November 17, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Chatham Bookstore, 27 Main Street, Chatham. Call 518-392-3005 for more information, or visit https:// chathambookstore.com/.