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Sunday, Dec. 3

CMOST: Visit the Children’s Museum of Science + Technology while enjoying the Victorian Stroll in Troy. Learn about the science of snowflakes and create a snowflake to take home. 10a.m. to 5 p.m., 250Jordan Road, Troy. For more information call 518-235-2120or visit www. cmost.org. CONTEMPORARY ABSTRACT ART: Contemporary abstract artist Michael Nighswonger will be showing his work for the first time in the Capital Region on December 1-3from 9a.m. to 9p.m. at 33 2nd Street in Troy, the former Daisy Baker restaurant site. Nighswonger will be exhibiting a sizable collection of more than 75large scale (6x 6ft.) rich, colorful, and textured abstract canvases. Nighswonger had significant success early in his career when he was commissioned to paint eighteen pieces for the New Prudential Center in Newark New Jersey, home of the NHL’s New Jersey Devils. For more information about the exhibit and to see examples of Michael Nighswonger’s work goto Michael Nighs wong er. com or call the artist at 518524-2202.

ENGLISH COUNTRY DANCE: A combination of demos and participatory English country dancing will be held as part of the Victorian Stroll at Christ Church, 35State Street, Troy, on Sunday December 3, from 2p.m. - 5p.m. All dances will be taught. Live music by HeartsEase, teaching and calling by Don Bell. All are welcome to this free event; no experience or partner is necessary. The Dance is sponsored by Capital English Country Dancers (For more information, visit www.danceflurry.org/capital-english or call 518-477-5684).

GREAT TRAIN EXTRAVAGANZA: 10a.m. to 4p.m., Empire State Convention Center (underneath The Egg), Albany. Operating layouts most scales including Legos for kids/ grandkids. 300+ tables of model trains, train sets, parts, accessories, books, videos, prints, memorabilia. Seminars indluce free make-n-take. $7 adults, children under 12free. For more information call 518668-9892, email trains@ gtealbany.com or visit www. gtealbany.com.

HOLIDAY ART SHOW: Purchase oil and watercolor paintings for your holiday Get listed: Submit items for the calendar at gift giving or personal enjoyment directly from nationally recognized professional artist, George Van Hook. This is a wonderful time to visit the artist’s studio and see paintings from his travels around the country this past year. 10 a.m. to 5p.m., 14Grove St. Cambridge. Works are also available at: georgevanhookfineartist.com.

HOLIDAY BAZAAR: On December 2- 3the Women’s Guild of St. Peter Armenian Church will host their annual Holiday Bazaar in the Gdanian Hall at St. Peter Armenian Church, 100Troy-Schenectady Road, Watervliet. The event will feature a variety of delicious Armenian foods to enjoy on site or to take home, a community outreach project benefiting the Center for Donation and Transplant – New York – Vermont “Donate Life” (all donations greatly appreciated), vendors for your holiday shopping pleasure, Santa Claus and a 50⁄50 raffle to be drawn on December 3(winners need not be present at time of drawing). The Annual Holiday Bazaar will run from noon to 4p.m. on Sunday, December 3. The event is open to the public; admission and parking are free of charge.

HOLIDAY GREENS SHOW: The Rensselaer County Historical Society and The Van Rensselaer Garden Club cordially invite the public to attend the 61st Annual Holiday Greens Show at the Historic Hart-Cluett House, 57Second Street, Troy. The show, featuring a ‘Home for The Holidays’ theme, continues on December 1-3, from noon – 5p.m. Tickets may be purchased at the door, or online. for $10for adults, $6 for seniors (62and over), $5 for children 5-16years, and free for children 4and under. Please call 518-272-7232x 11 for further information, or visit https://www.rchsonline.org/ greens-show/.

HOLIDAY MARKET: Visitors can shop at 30“made in New York” food and beverage vendors at the New York State Museum’s Taste NY Holiday Market on Sunday, December 3from 11a.m. – 4:30p.m. Admission is free. Vendors will offer samples and sales of chocolates; cheese; maple and apple products; handcrafted beer, wine, spirits and cider; and other edible gifts. All participating vendors produce their products in New York State. There will also be cooking demonstrations, educational activities, and a chocolate fountain station courtesy of We Do Fondue and Price Chopper. For more information, including a list of vendors, visit http://www. nysm.nysed.gov/programs/ taste-ny-holiday-market-2. ITALIAN CHRISTMAS MARKET: Share and celebrate in the old Italian tradition of the “Christmas Market.” Marvel at the exquisite, roomsized annual Italian Nativity featuring live mosses and life-like figurines. The Italian American Heritage Museum’s exhibit rooms are transformed into mini-market places filled with something for almost everyone on your Christmas shopping list -- including yourself. The Market Café will offer food, beverage and fellowship. 11a.m. to 3p.m.,1227 Central Avenue, Albany. For more information call 518435-1979or visit www.americanitalianmuseum.org. STEPHENTOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETY: The Stephentown Historical Society holds its holiday carry-in dinner on Sunday, December 3, at 2p.m. at the Stephentown Heritage Center, 4Staples Road (off Garfield Road). The winning ticket for the Barbara T. Peterson hooked rug will be drawn. Officers and board members will be elected at the brief business meeting. For the dinner, bring a dish large enough to share: main course, side dish or dessert. Beverages and table service are provided. Instead of a gift exchange, a monetary collection will be taken to support the Stephentown Food Pantry. All meetings are free and open to the public. The building is handicapped-accessible. For information, phone 518-7330010.

TEN BROECK HOLIDAY HOUSE: The Ten Broeck Mansion at 9Ten Broeck Place in Albany, a 219year old Federal style home that was built by Abraham Ten Broeck and his wife Elizabeth Van Rensselaer, is lovingly preserved by the Albany County Historical Association. The Holiday House at the Ten Broeck Mansion continues through December 16. The family friendly Open House will be Sunday, December 3from noon to 3p.m. Sinterklaas will visit throughout the month. Please visit the website www.tenbroeckmansion.org or call 518-4369826for details.

THACHER NATURE CENTER: Shop for unique hand-crafted gifts made by local artisans and crafters, including jewelry, wooden wares, soaps and beauty products, fleece and woolen items, original artwork, pine needle baskets, honey

products, wildlife photography, delicious foods and snack items and much more. Find nature books, wooden toys, and stocking stuffers in the gift shop. Enjoy live music that’ll put you in the holiday spirit. 11a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 518-872-0800for more information.

TROY PUBLIC LIBRARY: The Troy Public Library is pleased to announce a Victorian Stroll concert to be held Sunday, December 3from 1p.m. - 4p.m. at the Troy Public Library’s Main location, 100Second Street. Relax and unwind as you listen to come of the most beautiful music for the classical guitar & lute performed by some of the area’s leading performers: Harry George Pellegrin, Andy Rutherford and William Simcoe. This performance is made possible by funds from Price Chopper/Market Bistro. For more information call the library at 274-7071or online at www.thetroylibrary.org. WITH GLAD TIDINGS: “With Glad Tidings,” a Holiday Concert by Monday Musical Club of Albany Artist Members Bienvenida Baez, soprano, Harry George Pellegrin, guitar, Michele Boretti, flute, Ken Carnes, baritone and Rosanne Hargrave, soprano with guest artist Michael Clement, piano, featuring traditional and contemporary works by Overton, Berlin, Carpenter, Turina, Obradors, Pellegrin, Reger, Burt, Adam and others. 3p.m., All Saints Catholic Church; 16Homestead Street, Albany. Admission $10/ Dessert Reception. For more information visit http://www.rcda.org/ churches/AllSaints/ or call 518-482-4497or Bien Baez at 518-4278668.

Monday, Dec. 4

BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH: Womens’ Ministry; ”Conversation with Sisters.” Topic: ‘Christmas Blessings.’ 6p.m. to 7:30 p.m., Bethel Baptist Church, 21655th Avenue, Troy. BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: 10a.m., Topics in Microsoft Excel. Take the next step and learn how to sort and filter data, merge an address list, and more. Sign up online at bethlehempubliclibrary.org or call 518-4399314. 4p.m., After-School STEM: Sugar Cube Arch. Make a Roman arch using only sugar cubes — no glue, pins or tape. For grades 2 and up. Sign up online or by phone. 6p.m. Fun & Games for Grownups. An adultsonly gathering where you can play games, including chess, color and socialize. Snacks served. 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar. BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Senior Bridge Club, 1p.m. to 3p.m. Adult Yoga, 6p.m. 4118 State Highway 2, Troy.Call 279-4023or visit www. brunswicklibrary.org for more information.

TROY PUBLIC LIBRARY: The Troy Public Library’s Evening Book Group will be discussing Amor Towles’ “A Gentleman in Moscow” on Monday, December 4, at 6:30p.m. at the Main branch, 100Second Street. New members are always welcomed. Monthly participation is not necessary. This discussion is free and open to the public. For more information call the library at 274-7071or online at www. thetroylibrary.org.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: To make reservations for the monthly hairdresser’s visit, please call 270-5348. 19 Third Street, Troy.

Tuesday, Dec, 5

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: 10a.m., Sew It Yourself: Reusable CoffeeCup Sleeve. Bring a fat quarter or 1⁄4 yard of fabric to make a reusable coffee cup sleeve. Basic sewing machine knowledge recommended. Sign up for one session. 7p.m., AfterDinner Too discusses “Norwegian By Night” by Derek B. Miller. Copies are available at the information desk. Largeprint audio and downloadable copies may be available. 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar.

BLUE CHRISTMAS HEAL- ING SERVICE: This service is one of candlelight, one of hope and comfort for those who are suffering from a loss, hardship of illness, death of a loved one, divorce, job loss, or are feeling alone, anxious or feeling “blue” or depressed. Pastor Jeniffer Tillman will share words of reassurance. Wayne Mizerak, organist, and Pam M.Dodson, on the accordion, will offer special music. Healing Touch Certified Practitioners will be available for you to receive calming healing energy. You are invited to join us for coffee and lite refreshments. 7 p.m., West Central Rensselaer County Lutheran Parish, 470Winter St. Ext., Troy. CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA: Tuesday for Tots: Snowmen, 10a.m. A special time for visitors ages 2-5to gain preschool readiness skills in a fun and social environment. 69Caroline Street, Sarartoga Springs. Call 518-584-5540for more information.

MUSIC COMPANY ORCHESTRA: Join the Music Company Orchestra for some Holiday Magic. 7:30 p.m., Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake High School,88Lakehill Road. The program will feature popular holiday repertory and sing-along. Music Company Orchestra concerts are free and open to the public. Visit www.mcomusic. org for more information. NEW SCOTLAND HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION: Slavery in New York began with Dutch Settlement in the 1600s and continued until 1827. It became vital to New York’s colonial agriculture and commerce. Sam Huntington, Fort Crailo’s Assistant Director, will discuss the history of slavery in colonial New York and the enslaved African’s lives, culture, and traditions. 7:30p.m., Wyman Osterhout Community Center, 7Old New Salem Road, Voorheesville (New Salem). Museum opens at 7p.m. Free and open to the public. POESTENKILL SENIORS: The Poestenkill Seniors hold weekly meetings every Tuesday at 1p.m. at the SullivanJones VFW Post in Poestenkill. All seniors are welcome. Coffee and refreshments are served after the meeting, followed by bingo and cards. The hall is handicappedaccessible with sufficient parking. The Poestenkill Seniors hold catered luncheons, clamsteams and fish frys at various restaurants. Best of all, they go on bus trips to casinos and other points of interest. Dues are $10a year. RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Computer Help, 1p.m. to 3p.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, SOCIAL SECURITY INFORMATION PROGRAM: The East Greenbush Community Library will be hosting a Social Security retirement information program on Tuesday, December 5, at 6 p.m. for pre-retirees wanting to know how to make a more informed claiming decision. The one-hour education program is called, “Planning Your Social Security Retirement Strategy” and is presented by Retirement Solutions. The event is open to the public at no cost. Seating is limited with pre-registration required in advance. To RSVP, please call the library at: 518-4777476.

TROY PUBLIC LIBRARY: Lego Club for ages 4and up. 6p.m. at the Main library, 100Second Street.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: 9:30a.m., Knitting and Crocheting. 10a.m., Health & Wellness activities. Arts 4 Vets meets every Tuesday at 10:30a.m. Call 270-5349to make a noon lunch reservation, or 270-5348for more information.

WILLIAMS JAZZ CONCERT: Williams College’s Small Jazz Ensembles perform on Tuesday, Dec. 5at 7p.m. in the Brooks-Rogers Recital Hall on the Williams College campus. A group led by John Wheeler performs original works in the jazz idiom composed by ensemble members, with featured vocalist Sofia Smith ’18and special guest artist Jason Ennis on fretless electric bass. Capping the evening is a small jazz group directed by Avery Sharpe. This concert is free and open to the public. Brooks-Rogers Recital Hall is located at 54 Chapin Hall Drive in Bernhard Music Center on the Williams College campus. See www.williams.edu/home/ campusmap/.

Wednesday, Dec. 6

ART OPENING: Wingate Residences at Melbourne Place will host an art opening and happy hour on Wednesday, December 6at 3p.m. featuring the work of watercolor painter and photographer Karen Andrews. Andrews’ pieces combine multiple techniques in unusual ways and are designed to express the magic of the visual world. Cocktails and refreshments will be served. This event is free and open to the public, but space is limited. For more information or to RSVP, call 413-4991992. Wingate Residences at Melbourne Place is located at 140Melbourne Road, Pittsfield MA. BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: 1:15p.m., Origami Tree. Learn how to create an elegant and easy origami evergreen tree.7p.m., 80s Movie Trivia Night. Sign up alone or as a team and match wits with others. Prizes donated by the Friends of Bethlehem Public Library. 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar.

BLUE CHRISTMAS SERVICE: Melrose United Methodist Church will host its anual Blue Christmas Service on December 6at 7p.m. at the Melrose UMC located at the corner of Route 40and Church St. Blue Christmas is an ecumenical community service of scripture, prayer and music during Advent for those who struggle, who mourn and any who finds celebrating difficult, If this Christmas season is difficult for you, come and begin your Advent with worship. Everyone, regardless of church background, is welcome. BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Kids STEAM Class for ages 4+, 3:30 p.m. Adult Yoga, 6p.m.4118 State Highway 2, Troy. Call 279-4023or visit www. brunswicklibrary.org for more information. CARD-MAKING WORKSHOP: Local artist Sarah Gabler will conduct a Card Making Workshop on Wednesday, December 6, at 6p.m. at the Troy Public Library, 100Second Street. With Sarah’s guidance, use acrylic paints, decoupage and material scraps to create collage greeting cards. Please bring whatever material scraps you have at home, wrapping paper, gift tags, cards, colored tissue paper, ribbons, etc., to share and use. This program is free and open to Adults 16+. Please make reservations by calling the library at 518-274-7071. This project is made possible in part through a Community Art$Grant, a program funded by The Arts Center of the Capital Region through the New York State Council on the Arts, a state agency. CMOST: “Winter” is the December theme for CMOST’s 11a.m. Science Story Time. Join a Museum Educator for a science-based story time that includes a projectbased activity. No pre-registration required; free with museum admission. For ages 2-6. Children’s Museum of Science + Technology, 250 Jordan Road, Troy. For more information call 518-2352120or visit www.cmost. org.

ITALIAN AMERICAN HERITAGE MUSEUM: In the Italian tradition, the annual Immaculate Conception, San Nicola and Santa Lucia Feasts usher in the Christmas season. The program will consist of some Italian traditions followed by a dessert social. Please bring a dessert to share. Reservations by December 4, please. 11a.m. to 1p.m.,1227Central Avenue, Albany. For more information call 518-4351979or visit www.americanitalianmuseum.org.

OPEN ENROLLMENT ASSITANCE: It is the Open Enrollment period for New York State of Health. Join the Troy Public Library at 100 Second Street on Wednesday, December 6, from 4:30 p.m.. – 7p.m. to explore your options. UAlbany Navigators will assist you and can help you apply. They take the time to help each person look at the tax credits they might be eligible for to lower the cost of health insurance, and then choose an insurance plan that best meets each person’s healthcare needs. This program is free and open to the public. Registration is necessary. For more information and to make an appointment call 518-4423854or email Navigator@ albany.edu.

THRIFT SHOP: Johnsonville Methodist Church, Bridge St, Johnsonville 12094. Route 40to Route 67East (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 $3a bag, as well as a great selection of Christmas decor and lots of housewares, CDs, books, toys and jewelry. The shop is open from 9a.m. to noon every Wednesday and on the first Saturday of each month.

TOWN OF PITTSTOWN SENIORS: The next meeting for the Town of Pittstown Seniors is December 6, at the Raymertown Volunteer Fire Co located on Mason Lane in Raymertown. A noon covered dish will be followed by the business meeting. TROY SENIOR CENTER: Swimming at Lansingburgh Boys/Girls Club, 9a.m. Aerobics 9:30a.m. Health & Wellness activities, 10:30 a.m. Bingo 12:45p.m. 19 Third Street, Troy. To make reservations for a delicious 12;15p.m. lunch, call 518270-5349.

WILLIAMS CHINESE MUSIC ENSEMBLE: The Williams College Department of Music presents the Chinese Music Ensemble in their fall concert, “In a Festive Mood,” at Brooks-Rogers Recital Hall at 7p.m. on Wednesday, December 6. The Chinese Music Ensemble performs traditional and contemporary pieces. The ensemble features such instruments as the zheng, erhu, yangqin, and zhongruan, and is focused on the Chinese sizhu genre of chamber music. This free event is open to the public.

Thursday, Dec. 7

BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Tots Class, 10:30a.m. Knitting group, 1p.m. to 2:30p.m. 4118 State Highway 2, Troy. Call 518-279-4023or visit www. brunswicklibrary.org for more information.

CHENEY LIBRARY: On December 7Sarah McFadden will visit the Cheney Library in Hoosick Falls to talk about Twitter. If you have wanted to know what it is and how to Tweet call 518-686-9401 to register for this event. CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA: Science Explorers: Gum Drop Engineer, 10:30a.m. In this popular weekly program visitors discover the different ways in which science is all around us. 69Caroline Street, Sarartoga Springs. Call 518-5845540for more information. CMOST: Sensory Play, “Kitchen Tools,” 10a.m. to 11:30a.m. Help your child improve motor skills and increase his or her understanding of how the world works with a hands-on sensory science activity. No pre-registration required; activity included with museum admission. Children’s Museum of Science + Technology, 250Jordan Road, Troy. For more information call 518-235-2120or visit www. cmost.org.

NEWYORK STATE LIBRARY: First time novelist Nic Stone discusses her book “Dear Martin” (2017) about an African-American teenager who begins a journal to Dr. Martin Luther King to determine if King’s teaching is still relevant today after the teenager’s run-in with the police. 7p.m., Huxley Theater, 1st Floor, Cultural Education Center, 222Madison Avenue, Albany. This program is sponsored by the New York State Writers Institute; cosponsored by Albany High School, the New York State Office of Cultural Education, and the Friends of the New York State Library. Registration is recommended. To register online go to http://www. nysl.nysed.gov/programs/ or e-mail NYSLTRN@nysed.gov or call 518-474-2274. NORTH COUNTRY ARTS: North Country Arts hosts their annual fine art juried show at the Friends Gallery of the Crandall Public Library, 251Glen Street in Glens Falls, from December 3through December 29 during regular library hours. There will be an art party/reception on Thursday evening, December 7from 5p.m.-7 p.m.

RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Teen Anime Club, 5p.m. to 7p.m. Computer Help, 5:30p.m. to 7p.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, SNOW-A-PALOOZA: Bryant & Stratton College, Malta Business and Professional Association (MBPA) and Catskill Hudson Bank present the 4th Annual Snow-APalooza event on Thursday, December 7, beginning at 4p.m. at the Malta location of Bryant & Stratton College located at 2452 Route 9, Suite 201. This event is free to attend and includes a craft room, cookie decorating room, game room, refreshments AND a visit from Santa on his Red Fire Engine courtesy of Round Lake Fire Department. There will also be a silent auction with items donated by local businesses and not-forprofits to help support the Toys for Toga, the Ballston Area Community Center, and the Mother Teresa Academy Cancer Awareness Fund. TEN BROECK HOLIDAY HOUSE: The Ten Broeck Mansion at 9Ten Broeck Place in Albany, a 219year old Federal style home that was built by Abraham Ten Broeck and his wife Elizabeth Van Rensselaer, is lovingly preserved by the Albany County Historical Association. The Holiday House at the Ten Broeck Mansion continues through December 16. Sinterklaas will visit throughout the month. Carlo DeVito talks about his book “Inventing Santa Claus,” with wine tasting from Hudson Chatham Winery, at 7p.m. on December 7. Please visit the website www.tenbroeckmansion.org or call 518-436-9826for details. TROY PUBLIC LIBRARY: Tween Art Night: Leaf Collage.Students ages 8-12will create images constructed from leaves of various local trees. This class is free and registration is not required. 6p.m., Main library, 100 Second Street.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: 9 a.m., Arts and Crafts. 9a.m. to 11a.m., Sewing Class. 10 a.m., Osteo Aerobics. 10:30 a.m., Health & Wellness activities. 19Third Street, Troy. To make reservations for noon lunch call 270-5349. For more information call 270-5348.

WILLIAMS JAZZ CONCERT: The Williams College Jazz Repertory Ensemble plays at 7p.m. in the BrooksRogers Recital Hall on the Williams College campus. On this evening, the WJRE is “Miles Ahead,” playing the Music of Miles Davis, spanning six decades of innovative jazz classics and lesser known pieces with fresh arrangements and instrumentation. This concert is free and open to the public. Brooks-Rogers Recital Hall is located at 54Chapin Hall Drive in Bernhard Music Center on the Williams College campus. See www.williams. edu/home/campusmap/.

Friday, Dec. 8

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Rubber Ducky Club: Dancing Ducks, 10a.m. Listen to stories, sing songs, make a craft and do some ducky dancing,. For children ages 3-6and families. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Teen Cafe, 2:30 p.m. to 3:30p.m., for teens in 9th grade and up. Family holiday movie, 4p.m.4118 State Highway 2, Troy. Call 518-279-4023or visit www. brunswicklibrary.org for more information.

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA: 10a.m., Busy Bees drop-in for ages birth-24months. This open playgroup for the youngest visitors and their caregivers provides the space and activities for you to create an environment fostering early childhood development in a social setting. 11a.m., Wiggles & Giggles, drop-in for ages 2-5. In this play program oung children can exploore the world around them through guided free play. 69Caroline Street, Sarartoga Springs. Call 518-584-5540for more information.

CIVIL WAR ROUND TABLE: The December meeting of the Capital District Civil War Round Table will feature a presentation by Pamela Vittorio on women of the Erie Canal Corridor during the Civil War. She will talk about how the wives of canal boat captains, canal businessmen and laborers tried to keep their husbands’ businesses going during the war, and how many women volunteered for organizations such as the Sanitary Commission. The meeting takes place at 7 p.m. at the Watervliet Senior Center, 1541Broadway, and is free and open to the public.

CMOST: 11a.m., Investigate the A in STEAM. Designed for younger visitors, this program gives children an opportunity to explore a diffrent creative art activity each week. 2p.m., Engineering Fun and Learning Series. This series explores fun engineering challenges and experiments. Children’s Museum of Science + Technology, 250Jordan Road, Troy. For more information call 518-235-2120or visit www. cmost.org.

Have your children’s photos taken with Santa from 6p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Tri-State Emergency Team Building, 1Davis Place, Waterford. $5donation per photo. Ask at the sign-in table for discounts for 3+ children. Proceeds support the Tri-State Emergency Team and Vigilant Odd Fellow Lodge, which donates monies to more than 25 charitable organizations. POLAR EXPRESS PARTY: Come to the Cohoes-Waterford Elks, 45N. Mohawk Street, Cohoes in your jammies for a fun night of crafts, Santa, decorating your own hot chocolate mug and viewing “The Polar Express” at 7:30p.m. Please make reservations by December 1 by calling 518-235-3222or emailing elkspolarexpress@ gmail.com.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: 9:30a.m., Aerobics. 12:45 p.m., Bingo. 19Third Street, Troy. To make a 12:15p.m. lunch reservation please call 518-270-5349. WILLIAMS WIND ENSEMBLE: The Williams College Department of Music presents the Williams College Wind Ensemble in “Cathedrals,” a concert of music by Debussy, Wagner, Alfred Reed, and more, on Friday, December 8at 8 p.m. in Chapin Hall. This free event is open to the public. Chapin Hall is located at 54 Chapin Hall Drive on the Williams College campus. See www.williams.edu/home/ campusmap/.

Saturday, Dec. 9

BABES IN TROYLAND: Now in its third year, “Babes in Troyland” fills the Takk House, 55Third Street, downtown Troy, with more than 20antique, vintage and crafts vendors on Saturday December 9, from 1p.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday December 10, from 11a.m. to 4p.m. Admission is $5for the whole weekend. Sale items include candles, clothing, jewelry, original art prints, essential oils, dog apparel, children’s items, vinyl records, housewares, instruments, furniture, books, tools and more. The bazaar will also feature cocktails, a “beer garden,” with food catered by The Ruck; a whiskey tasting by Albany Distilling Co.; a coffee bar by Lost Highway Coffee Co.; and locally-made sweets. Live entertainment ranges from Elizabethan minstrels to a very badly behaving Santa Claus. Babes in Troyland is sponsored by The Ruck.