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Wednesday, Feb. 21

BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Senior Bridge Club, 1p.m. Kids STEAM Class for ages 4+, 3:30p.m. Adult Yoga, 6p.m. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 518-279-4023or visit www.brunswickl­ibrary. org for more informatio­n. CMOST: “Stories by Ezra Jack Keats” is the February Science Story Time theme. 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. 11a.m., 250Jordan Road, Troy. For more informatio­n call 518-235-2120or visit www.cmost.org. COHOES-WATERFORD ELKS: Monthly Dinner: Ham with Mashed Potatoes & Vegetable. 4p.m. – 7p.m., 45 N. Mohawk Street, Cohoes. Proce $8. Call 518-235-3222 for Take-Out Orders. LITERACY VOLUNTEERS: Literacy Volunteers of Rensselaer County needs volunteer tutors to be paired with adult learners, reading mentors for Everybody WINS! Power Lunch, math and computer tutors, and events volunteers. As a volunteer you can develop new skills, make friends, and see how your efforts make a difference in your community. Anyone who is interested can attend one an informatio­n session on Wednesday, February 21, from 6p.m. to 7p.m. at the Church of St. Mary, 183 Columbia Turnpike, Rensselaer. To register, call 518-2444650. For more informatio­n, visit www.lvorc.org. MINDFUL PRACTICES GROUP: Includes walking meditation and sitting meditation in the tradition of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh. All are welcome; meditation instructio­n available. Wednesdays 6:30p.m. to 7:30p.m., RPI’s Newman Center Hospitalit­y House--4Sherry Road, Troy, about 30yards south of the RPI Chapel Center (near the intersecti­on of Burdett and Peoples Avenues). Call 518-271-6949or 518-2731851for more informatio­n. MYSTERY BOOK CLUB:

On Wednesday, February 21, the Cohoes Public Libarary’s Mystery Book Club will delve into “The Forgotten Affairs of Youth” by Alexander McCall Smith. In the 8th book in the Isabel Dalhousie/Sunday Philosophy Club series, Isabel finds herself intrigued when Jane, a visiting academic, adopted and sent abroad as a baby, asks for help in tracing her Scottish origins. Just Get listed: Submit items for the calendar at how deep should you dig into family secrets? Join the club at 10:30a.m. to give your opinion. More informatio­n at www.CohoesPubl­icLibrary.org under “Book Club”

NYS WRITERS’ INSTITUE: Randy Cohen, comedy writer and host of the “Person Place Thing” podcast, gives a Craft talk on making podcasts at 4:15p.m. in the Multi-Use Room, Campus Center West Addition, SUNY-Albany Uptown Campus. Cohen hosts a “Person Place Thing” podcast with Pulitzer Prize winner, Writers Institute founder and Executive Director William Kennedy at 7p.m. in the Recital Hall, Performing Arts Center, Uptown Campus. QIGONG CLASS: QiGong is an ancient Chinese art that empowers you help yourself by activating your inner resources for self-healing and reducing stress through breathing techniques, postures and meditation. The Cohoes Public Library will present Diana Wells, certified QiGong teacher, in a series of 3introduct­ory classes. The first takes place on February 21at 6p.m. Since the classes are limited to 15people each, registrati­on is required by contacting the library at 518-235-2570. Additional informatio­n may be found at www.CohoesPubl­icLibrary.org. STEPHENTOW­N MEMORIAL LIBRARY: Join Maria Spear at 10:30a.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. 472NY-43, Stephentow­n.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: A special presentati­on on an income eligible federal lifeling free phone program will be held at 11a.m. Swimming at Lansingbur­gh Boys/Girls Club, 9a.m. Aerobics 9:30a.m. Health & Wellness activities, 10a.m. Bingo 12:45p.m. 19 Third Street, Troy. To make reservatio­ns for a delicious 12;15p.m. lunch, call 518-2705349.

WATERVLIET SENIOR CENTER: 3p.m., Membership meeting. 4p.m., Congregate dinner; the center welcomes any senior to dinner and Bingo with free cards. 1501Broadw­ay, Watervliet.

Thursday, Feb. 22

AMERICAN ITALIAN HERITAGE MUSEUM: The monthly business meeting starts at 7 p.m., followed by Kevin Wilson’s discussion of his book manuscript, “Sully’s Squad,” about his uncle, Salvatore “Sullivan” Fringi, who was a Sergeant in the “Big Red One” and paid the ultimate sacrifice in the Sicilian campaign. Mr. Wilson’s manuscript is currently being edited for book publicatio­n. He will also discuss his creative process from character structure to book design. Free and open to the public. Desserts are welcome for the reception that follows.1227Centra­l Avenue, Albany, New York. For more informatio­n, call 518-435-1979, email info@americanit­alianmuseu­m.org or visit www. americanit­alianmuseu­m.org. BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Kids’ Builder Associatio­n (KBA), 10a.m. Build your own fun with Legos, Snap Circuits, K’nex, blocks, puzzles, origami and more. Trivia Night for Adults: Academy Awards edition, 7p.m. Come alone or as a team and match wits with others. Prizes donated by the Friends of Bethlehem Public Library. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Tots Class, 10:30 a.m. Knitting group, 1p.m. to 2:30p.m. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 518-279-4023 or visit www.brunswickl­ibrary. org for more informatio­n. CMOST: Sensory Play, “Shapes,” 10a.m. - 11:30a.m. Join Children’s Museum of Science + Technology staff in the GE Discovery Room for a hands-on sensory science activity. No pre-registrati­on required; activity included with museum admission. For ages 2-6. 250Jordan Road, Troy. For more informatio­n call 518-235-2120or visit www. cmost.org.

CORNER SHOPPE: The semiannual inventory reduction sale is in progress at the Corner Shoppe, 570Third Avenue, North Troy, with bargains galore on clothing for the family. Spring and Easter décor available. Open Thursdays and Saturdays, 9a.m. – 1 p.m. Visit www.facebook.com/Cornerston­echurchint­heburgh or call 518-235-3851, DOMINICAN CENTER; Monthly Workshop for Men & Women “Organizing, Changing, Downsizing, Rightsizin­g,” presented by Ceil Amendolia, OPA. $15. 10a.m. to noon, Dominican Retreat & Conference Center, 1945Union Street, Niskayuna. For reservatio­ns or more informatio­n call 518-393-4169, e-mail dslcny@nybiz.rr.com or visit www.dslcny.org. EVERETT WAGAR SENIOR CENTER: Would you like to help crochet or knit lap throws for Veterans and seniors in your community? The Stitching Chicks Knit and Crochet Group will meet on Thursday, February 22, at 12:30p.m. February 22is

Intergener­ational Lunch Day with BBQ Chicken Pattie, Baked Sweet Potato, Peas & Onions, Corn Bread, Fruit Juice and Fresh Fruit for dessert, available at a special children’s price of $1.50. The suggested donation for seniors is $3. All Rensselaer County seniors welcome, call 518-279-3413for lunch reservatio­ns.The Everett Wagar Senior Center is located at 2 Roxborough Road, Grafton.

GRAFTON COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Adult Yoga Hour, 5p.m. 2455NY Route 2, Grafton. Call 518-279-0580 or visit graftoncom­munitylibr­ary.org for more informatio­n.

HAM DINNER: Stillwater United Church, 747Hudson Ave. is hosting its annual family-style Ham Dinner from 5p.m. - 6:30p.m. on Thursday, February 22, in their newly, renovated Fellowship Hall. The menu includes ham, applesauce, home baked beans, scalloped potatoes, carrots, coleslaw, rolls, homemade pie and beverage. To reserve tickets, call 518-664-7984or purchase at the door. Take-outs available. Cost: $12Adults; $5Ages 5-10; Under 5Free. The handicappe­d-accessible church is located across from the Post Office.

LANSINGBUR­GH PUBLIC LIBRARY: The Lansingbur­gh Public Library’s 45-minute Family Story Time enrichment program includes stories, songs, and movement to support children’s learning and discovery from the very beginning. For children ages 0-5with a caregiver. Every Thursday at 10:30a.m. at 27 114th Street, Troy.

MIDDLE EAST CRISIS RESPONSE: Middle East Crisis Response is a group of Hudson Valley residents joined together to promote peace and human rights in Palestine. MECR will hold a phone conference call meeting on Thursday, February 22, from 7p.m. to 8:30p.m. Email MECR@mideastcri­sis.org for call-in details. Visit www.mideastcri­sis.org for more informatio­n.

NEWYORK STATE LIBRARY: Senior Librarian Stephanie Barrett will demonstrat­e the Ancestry Library online database which is accessible at the New York State Library. Learn how to access Census records, genealogy and history book, maps and other resources included in this database as well as the resources on Ancestry NYS page, which are freely available to all New Yorkers. 3p.m. - 4p.m., 7th floor Computer Classroom, Cultural Education Center, 222Madison Avenue, Albany. Seating is limited and registrati­on is required. Register online at http://www.nysl.nysed.gov/programs/, email NYSLTRN@nysed.gov or call 518-474-2274.

RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Teen Anime Club, 5 p.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.

SEX TRAFFICKIN­G FILM/ PANEL: On February 22at Albany Law School, the Sex Traffickin­g Committee of the Capital District Women’s Bar Associatio­n will host a screening of the film “Very Young Girls,” and a panel discussion featuring Rachel Lloyd, Founder and President of Girls Educationa­l & Mentoring Services, New York State’s only organizati­on designed specifical­ly to serve girls and young women who have experience­d commercial sexual exploitati­on and domestic traffickin­g. The event is free and open to the public, and will take place February 22, from 6 p.m. to 8:30p.m. at Albany Law School, located at 80 New Scotland Avenue, Albany. For more informatio­n, please contact CDWBA Sex Traffickin­g Committee Member, Rebecca Ruscito at rruscito@gmail.com.

STEPHENTOW­N MEMORIAL LIBRARY: Join Maria and all of our Playgroup friends as we read stories, listen to music, move around, make some crafts, and most of all play! Kids five and under, along with their parents and/ or caregivers, are invited to join playtime at the library. Siblings are welcome to join as well. Call the library at 518-733-5750or email director@stephentow­nlibrary.org for more informatio­n. 10 a.m., 472NY-43, Stephentow­n.

SCHUYLER FLATTS BURIAL PROJECT: A memorial service in June 2016 honored 14African slaves, whose unmarked 18th-century graves were discovered in June 2005by sewer workers near the Menands/ Watervliet border. Analysis conducted at the New York State Museum determined the remains of six women, one man, two children and five infants to be at least 200years old. Lisa Anderson, the New York State Museum curator who directed the bio-archaeolog­ical study, and Evelyn King, a project manager for the reburial, discuss the African Burial Ground at Historic St. Agnes Cemetery, and the ongoing work to secure a designatio­n as a New York State Historic Site. Noon, Bulmer Telecommun­ications Center Auditorium on the Troy campus of Hudson Valley Community College. Free admission.

STEPHENTOW­N MEMORIAL LIBRARY: Join Maria and all of our Playgroup friends as we read stories, listen to music, move around, make some crafts, and most of all play! Kids five and under, along with their parents and/ or caregivers, are invited to join playtime at the library. Siblings are welcome to join as well. Call the library at 518-733-5750or email director@stephentow­nlibrary.org for more informatio­n. 10 a.m., 472NY-43, Stephentow­n.

THACHER NATURE CENTER: Snow Day!, 10 a.m. - noon. Activities for school-aged children include an outdoor winter survival game and a scavenger hunt. Afterwards, come inside and warm up with hot chocolate and make a colorful candle lantern to take home. This program fills up fast, please call 518-872-0800to register.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: 9 a.m., Arts and Crafts. 10a.m., Osteo Aerobics. 10:30a.m., Health & Wellness activities. 19Third Street, Troy. To make reservatio­ns for noon lunch call 270-5349. For more informatio­n call 2705348.

WILLIAMS COLLEGE: Jon Bakija, professor of economics, will present the third lecture in the Williams College Faculty Lecture Series on Thursday, February 22. In “Tax Policy in the Age of Trump (and Beyond),” Bakija will discuss the main economic and social challenges that should inform the design of tax policy in the U.S., explain the major elements of the new federal tax law enacted in 2017, and consider what we can learn about the likely impacts of these changes from empirical evidence and the other countries’ experience­s. The talk will take place at 4:15 p.m. in Thompson Chemistry, Wege Auditorium. It is free and open to the public.

WILLIAMS COLLEGE MUSEUM OF ART: “Jazz Performanc­e: Improvisat­ions,” art and live jazz music, 6p.m. Free. WCMA Galleries, 15 Lawrence Hall Drive, Williamsto­wn MA. Call 413-5972429for more informatio­n.

Friday, Feb. 23

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: 10a.m., Vacation Cinema: “Despicable Me 3.” Rated PG; for kids and families. 2:30p.m., Breakout Room. Use your puzzle-solv- ing skills to break the code and open the locked box before time is up. If you like “escape rooms,” then you’ll enjoy this. Register online at bethlehemp­ubliclibra­ry.org or call 518-439-9314. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. CHATHAM BOOKSTORE: In a show entitled “Women and Power,” ceramic artist Mary Anne Davis displays her work inspired by the manifesto of the same name by Mary Beard. The opening reception will be held on Friday, February 23, from 5p.m. to 7p.m. at the Chatham Bookstore, 27Main Street, Chatham. The exhibit runs through April 6.

CMOST: Investigat­e the A in STEaM, 11a.m. Younger visitors have an opportunit­y to explore a different creative art activity each week. Engineerin­g Fun & Learning Series, 2p.m. Explore fun engineerin­g challenges and experiment­s. 250Jordan Road, Troy. For more informatio­n call 518-235-2120or visit www.cmost.org.

FISH FRY: The CohoesWate­rford Elks Fish Fry is back, beginning February 14 (Ash Wednesday) and every Friday through March 30 (Good Friday). Choose from Fish Fry, Fish & Chips, Seafood Platter and much more! Eat in or take-out. CohoesWate­rford Elks, 45 N. Mohawk Street, Cohoes. Call 518-235-3222 for more informatio­n.

FRIDAY FISH DINNER: Latham K of C fish dinners are served Fridays through March 30from 5:30p.m. to 7:30p.m. at 328Troy Schenectad­y Road, including your choice of Baked Fish, Fish Fry or Clam Roll dinner, plus a special children’s menu for ages 5-10. Children under 5 eat free. Call 518-783-0572 or visit http://www.lathamcolo­niekofc.com for more informatio­n.

LENTEN FISH FRY: This year, due to damage to Immaculate Conception Church Hall during the flood, their Fish Fry Fridays will be held at St. Mary’s Academy, 4Parsons Avenue, Hoosick Falls. Many thanks to the

Hoosick Youth Football and Cheerleadi­ng organizati­on for offering their food trailer this year. The trailer is housed in the back parking lot at the school and you will experience “Car Hop Delivery Service” to your car. The traditiona­l Eat-In/ Take Out will also be available inside in the school gym. Dinners available 5p.m. - 7p.m. (or until they run out) for only $10, including Fish Fry, French Fries, Coleslaw, Soft Drink/Juice, and Dessert. Macaroni and Cheese is also available for $5. MARTINEZ GALLERY: Visit the Martinez Gallery, 3Broadway Suite 203, on Troy Night Out from 5p.m. - 8p.m. for an exhibit of selected photos from Saratoga County Economic Opportunit­y Council’s “Estamos Aqui (We Are Here)” black and white documentar­y photograph­y exhibit. The annual photograph­y project features the black and white photos of immigrant workers at the Saratoga Race Course and surroundin­g community. Light refreshmen­ts will be served. Prints and notecards available for a donation. All proceeds directly benefit immigrant artists in Saratoga County. For more informatio­n, email: Krystle Nowhitney Hernandez at k.nowhitney@saratogaeo­c.org.

MILHAM PLANETARIU­M: Williams College invites you to experience the wonders of our universe at the Milham Planetariu­m, located inside the Old Hopkins Observator­y at Williams College. Astronomy students will host free shows for the public on Friday evenings at 8p.m. beginning February 2and running through May 11, with the exception of Spring Break on March 16, 23, and 30. Audiences will be treated to shows from the high-precision Zeiss Skymaster ZKP3/B optomechan­ical planetariu­m projector. Shows will last about 50minutes. For reservatio­ns (required) contact Michele Rech at 413-5972188or email at mcr4@ williams.edu. Others will be admitted as space permits. Large groups should call for special appointmen­ts. NORTH COUNTRY ARTS: Reception for Susan Williams exhibition, 5p.m. to 7 p.m., 42Ridge Street, Glens Falls. The exhibition continues through March 24.

NYS WRITERS’ INSTITUTE: Adapted by Salman Rushdie from his landmark novel, the 2012film “Midnight’s Children,” directed by Deepa Mehta, tells the story of two children who grow up in India during its tumultuous transforma­tion from British colonial rule to independen­ce. 7p.m., Page Hall, 135Western Avenue, SUNY-Albany Downtown Campus.

SCARLET SEVEN GALLERY: Join Scarlet Seven Fine Art Gallery for the opening of the new exhibition,” Algorithms: Katherine Chwazik, Channing Lefebvre, Christophe­r Murray, Ralph Mercer, Justin Kane.” Each artist in this exhibition uses this process of algorithms to achieve their ideas. They are not working “like” a computer but they are using a process of their own to achieve them, with the randomized algorithms as well. The opening reception takes place from 6 p.m. - 9p.m. at the gallery, located at 137Fourth Street, downtown Troy. The exhibition continues through March 25. Visit www. scarletsev­engallery.com for more informatio­n.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: 9:30a.m., Aerobics. Bingo, 12:45p.m. Meatless Fridays continue until Easter.19Third Street, Troy. To make a 12:15 p.m. lunch reservatio­n please call 518-270-5349.

Saturday, Feb. 24

ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST: The Grafton Volunteer Fire Department, along with the Grafton Ladies Auxiliary, will serve an All You Can Eat Buffet Breakfast on Saturday, February 24, from 8a.m. to 11a.m. at the Grafton VFW - Fire Hall on South Road (County Route 85). On the menu: belgian waffles, Pancakes, French Toast, Eggs (made to order) , sausage gravy & biscuits, bacon, sausage, home fries, toast, orange juice, coffee, and milk. The cost is $10 per adult, kids 12and under $5., kids 5and under free. BET KAFEH: The many talents of the region’s Jewish community will be on display at B’nai Sholom Reform Congregati­on’s 12th Bet Kafeh (“Coffeehous­e”) on Saturday, February 24, at 7p.m. at the synagogue, 420Whiteha­ll Road, Albany. Hosted by singer/songwriter­s Phil Teumim and Will Vail, the open mic event will showcase the singing, storytelli­ng, poetry recitation and musiciansh­ip of the Jewish community. Everyone is invited to perform. Sign up in advance or at the door for a 10-minute slot. Coffee and refreshmen­ts will be available. Free admission: donations appreciate­d. For more informatio­n, visit www.bnaisholom­albany.org or contact the B’nai Sholom office at 518-4825283or office@bnaisholom.albany.ny.us. COMMUNITY MEAL: Servied 1p.m. to 3p.m. at Bethel Baptist Church, 2165 5th Avenue, Troy.

CORNER SHOPPE: The semi-annual inventory reduction sale is in progress at the Corner Shoppe, 570Third Avenue, North Troy, with bargains galore on clothing for the family. Spring and Easter décor available. Open Thursdays and Saturdays, 9a.m. – 1 p.m. Visit www.facebook.com/Cornerston­echurchint­heburgh or call 518-2353851,

BOWL FOR VETS: The Cohoes-Waterford Elks’ Annual Bowl for Vets 9Pin No Tap Tournament starts at 2p.m. at Cohoes Bowling Arena, 339Ontario Street. Bowling & Party is $22per person, Party only is $17per person, including a 2hour complement­ary food and beverage. Please RSVP to Regina Hogan by February 17at 518-237-4986. CAPITAL DISTRICT GENEALOGIC­AL SOCIETY: “Creating a Family Memory Book -Or - I’ve Got All This Great Stuff: Now What Do I Do With It?” with Anne Samson. Join the CDGS for an educationa­l session on how to self-publish a family memory book: it may be easier than you thought. 1 p.m., William K. Sanford Town Library (Colonie), 629 Albany-Shaker Road, Loudonvill­e. Internet resources at 2:30p.m. This meeting is free and open to the public. Visit Capitaldis­trictgenea­logicalsoc­iety.org for more informatio­n.

CHATHAM BOOKSTORE: Malden Bridge writer Allison Guertin discusses her book “Hudson Valley Curiositie­s: The Sinking of the Steamship Swallow, the Poughkeeps­ie Seer, the UFOs of the Celtic Stone Chambers and More” (Published by Arcadia Publishing) on Saturday, February 24, from 5 p.m. to 7p.m. A conversati­on with Thomas Chulak from the bookstore and Q & A will follow a brief reading. Free. Refreshmen­ts. Live at the Chatham Bookstore, 27Main St., Chatham. Call 518-3923005for more informatio­n. https://chathamboo­kstore.com/

CMOST: Wearable Circuits Workshop, 1p.m. Test your knowledge of electrical circuits by creating wearable circuts. Each participan­t will be supplied with LED lights, a coin cell battery and art materials to make a creation of their own. This workshop is limited to 20particip­ants; pre-registrati­on is recommende­d. For ages 7and up. Free with museum admission. 250Jordan Road, Troy. For more informatio­n call 518-235-2120or visit www. cmost.org.

CONCERTS IN THE VILLAGE: “Music and the Progressio­n of Life: Schumann’s Kinderszen­en and Schubert’s Winterreis­e,” with tenor Jon Morrell and pianists Noah Palmer and David Smith. Two expressive commentari­es on youth and maturity. Robert Schumann’s “Kinderszen­en” cycle for piano (1838) and Franz Schubert’s haunting “Winterreis­e” (1827). 4p.m., Van Buren Hall, 6Chatham Street, Kinderhook. Sug- gested donation $20. Further informatio­n at www. concertsin­thevillage.org. TEXAS HOLD ‘EM: The Stephentow­n Volunteer Fire Department will hold Texas Hold’em Tournament on Saturday, February 24, in the Stephentow­n Fire Hall, at 35Grange Hall Road in Stephentow­n. The doors will open at 5:30p.m. and close at 6p.m. Play begins at 6:15 p.m. sharp.

THACHER NATURE CENTER: “John Boyd Thacher, Wampum, and the NYS Museum,” presented by Dr. Gwen Saul, anthropolo­gist at the New York State Museum, 2p.m. Call 518-8720800for more informatio­n. THUNDERFES­T: On Saturday, February 24, Berkshire Scenic Railway Museum will operate snow trains departing from downtown Adams as part of the community’s annual winter festival, Thunderfes­t, which celebrates the famous Thunderbol­t Ski Run located on Mount Greylock. Hosted by the Pro-Adams Organizati­on, Thunderfes­t is held on the grounds of the Adams Visitors Center from noon - 5p.m. and features food, beverages, music, a bonfire and other activities for all ages. Trains will depart from Adams Station, across the street from the visitor’s center, at 12:30p.m, 1:30 p.m., 2:30p.m. and 4p.m. Ticket will be available for purchase at Thunderfes­t for a price of $12.00and are first come first serve only with no reservatio­ns. For more informatio­n visit http://hoosacvall­eytrainrid­e.com/about.php and http://exploreada­ms.com/thunderfes­t.

TROY MAKERS MARKET: Join the Makers Market every Saturday morning from 9 a.m. to 2p.m. inside the Troy Atrium, a market composed of artisans from across the region selling unique handmade goods. Come see what they have to offer while exploring downtown Troy and all of its restaurant­s and retailers. For more informatio­n visit https://www.facebook.com/TroyMakers­Market/. TROY PUBLIC LIBRARY: Visit with or read to Greta the Reading Dog in order to boost your reading skills and confidence. 11a.m. to noon, 100Second Street, Downtown Troy. Visit www. thetroylib­rary.org for more informatio­n.

TROY WATERFRONT FARMERS’ MARKET: Every Saturday, more than 80+ food growers, bakers, chefs and artisans gather to offer the Capital Region’s freshest and finest! The Troy Farmers’ Market has migrated indoors to the Troy Atrium for the winter season with over 80farmers, bakers, cheesemake­rs, and more! Two floors of fourseason goods, all handmade and produced by a variety of local & regional vendors. WILLIAMS CHAMBER ORCHESTRA: The Williams College Department of Music presents the Chamber Orchestra of Williams, conducted by Leonard Bopp ‘19and Abigail Soloway ‘18, in a concert featuring music by Ades: “Three Studies from Couperin”; Zachary Wadsworth: “Eclipse”: Samuel Barber: “Adagio for Strings”; and Richard Wagner: “Siegfried Idyll” on Saturday, February 24at 8 p.m. in Chapin Hall on the Williams College campus. Chapin Hall is located at 54 Chapin Hall Drive in Bernhard Music Center on the Williams College campus. See www.williams.edu/home/campusmap/.

Sunday, Feb. 25

BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH: Black History Month Celebratio­n, 11 a.m. Ethic Food Fest, 1:15 p.m. Ethnic attire welcomed. 2165 5th Avenue, Troy. 2165 5th Avenue,Troy. BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Sunday Cinema: “The Glass Castle” (PG-13, 127min., Lionsgate), 2:30 p.m. Shown with Subtitling for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing when possible. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. COHOES-WATERFORD ELKS: Monthly Breakfast buffet with omelet station. 9a.m. - 11:30a.m, 45 N.Mohawk Street, Cohoes. $8Adults, $4Children, Under 4free.

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