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Sunday, Feb. 25

BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH: Black History Month Celebration, 11a.m. Ethic Food Fest, 1:15p.m. Ethnic attire welcomed. 21655th Avenue, Troy. 21655th 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. 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar. COHOES-WATERFORD ELKS: Monthly Breakfast buffet with omelet station. 9 a.m. - 11:30a.m, 45N.Mohawk Street, Cohoes. $8Adults, $4 Children, Under 4free. SCRABBLE TOURNAMENT: The Friends of the Nassau Free Library will sponsor a non-traditional, team Scrabble Tournament on Sunday, February 25, from 2p.m. - 4p.m. at Grace United Methodist Church in the Village of Nassau. Teams of 2-4players may participate, and each team must supply its own standard (not deluxe) Scrabble game. Register as a team or come as a single player and join a team on site. Three rounds will be played, and the team with the highest point total for all three games will be the winner. Prizes will be awarded to members of the winning team. The event will also include a silent auction and free refreshments.The entrance fee is $10per player, and proceeds will be used to enhance the display and availability of large print books for the Nassau Library. Snow date March 4. For more information and to register, call 518-766-2715. TROY PUBLIC LIBRARY CONCERT: Join the Troy Public Library, 100Second Street, on Sunday, February 25, at 2p.m. for a “Fantasy Flute Afternoon.” Flutist Melanie Chirignan and pianist Michael Clement will perform an eclectic program of sonatas ranging from the Baroque, Romantic, and Post-Classical periods, by Bach, Poulenc, and Prokofiev. The program will be book marked by seductive dances including Ravel’s Piece en Formed de habanera, and Piazzolla’s Libertango. This program is free and open to the public. Advanced registration is recommended. For more information and to register, call the library at 518-274-7071or online at www.thetroylibrary.org. UKRAINIAN HOLODOMOR FILM: The Capital District Holodomor Commemoration Committee will host a fundraiser showing of “Bitter Harvest,” a movie about a Ukrainian Family during the Holodomor/Ukrainian Genocide, on Sunday, February 25, at 3p.m. at the Watervliet Ukrainian American Club at 25th & 5th streets. Refreshments will be served. Suggested donation: $10per person, $20per family. All proceeds will go to cover expenses of hosting the traveling Holodomor display and to hold exhibits at local colleges and libraries. VARTANANTZ DAY: The Knights & Daughters of Vartan will host their annual Vartanantz Day Commemoration at St. Peter Armenian Church, 100Troy-Schenectady Road, on Sunday, February 25 at 12:30p.m. The public is cordially invited. The program will include dignitaries, entertainment, and special guest speaker Donald J. Tellalian, Principle Architect of the Boston Armenian Heritage Park. A full course Lenten fish luncheon will be served, prepared by Chef Bill Nevins. Cost for the luncheon is $15for adults; free for children under age 12. For more information, contact Rafi Topalian at 518-8105018orrafitop@aol.com. WATERVLIET UNITED METHODIST CHURCH:

The church services for the Watervliet United Methodist church will be held at Hudson Shores Plaza, 1545Broadway in Watervliet every Sunday from February 11forward at 11a.m.Guest minister Bob Lowenthal will preside.

Monday, Feb. 26

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Join the Library and friends from the Center for Disability Services for a morning of music with The Expressions, a group ready to entertain with their interpretation of Beatlemania. Refreshments will be served.10:30-11:15a.m., 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar. BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Senior Bridge Club, 1p.m., Adult Yoga, 6p.m. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 279-4023or visit www. brunswicklibrary.org for more information. EVERETT WAGAR SENIOR CENTER: Do you have stacks of pictures that you keep meaning to put in albums? The Everett Wagar Senior Center can help you get started. Just bring yourself and your pictures, and the center will provide the fun and all needed materials to make your pictures look fabulous. Class at 12:30p.m.; come early and enjoy lunch at noon for a suggested donation of $3. for seniors 60years of age an older. All Rensselaer County seniors welcome, reservations required for lunch appreciated for scrapbooking by calling 518-279-3413. Everett Wagar Senior Center is located at 2 Roxborough Road, Grafton. INTRODUCING GNOSTICISM: Join the Troy Public Library at 100Second Street on Monday, February 26, at 6:30p.m. and Monday, March 5, at 6:30p.m. for two classes on Introducing Gnosticism by instructor Patricia Gallagher. The classes include short guided meditation. For more information see http://troygnosis.squarespace.com/ or gnosis.troy.ny@gmail.com. SHRINERS: The Troy Area Shrine Club will meet on Monday, February 26, at the Oriental Shrine Center, 75Water Plant Road, with a social hour at 6:15p.m. followed by a dinner prepared and served by Sueann Nicholson at 7p.m.. The meeting takes place at 7:30p.m., or following the dinner. RSVP dinner reservations to Secretary Paul Kahian or masonsonline.

SPINDLE CITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY: The February meeting of Cohoes’s Spindle City Historical Society will take place on Monday, February 26, at 6p.m. in the Cohoes Visitors Center located at 58 Remsen Street, Cohoes. There will be a short business meeting. The public is welcome. STAYING SAFE ONLINE: Every day brings more horror stories about problems with internet security and online privacy. On February 26, at 11 a.m., the Cohoes Public Library hosts a presentation by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rensselaer County on protecting yourself online, including how to spot scams, create strong passwords and protect yourself from malware. Get answers to your questions. As always, this class is free and opened to the public. Registration is necessary for this timely class by calling the Library at 518-237-2570.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: Aerobics, 9:30a.m. Bowling at Uncle Sam Lanes, 12:30 p.m. Troy Senior Center, 19 Third Street, Downtown Troy.

WOMEN’S CLUB OF ALBANY: The Woman’s Club of Albany (WCA) will host New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation Commissioner Rose Harvey for a talk on the state’s parks in the current federal climate at 7p.m. on Monday, Feb. 26, at the WCA, 725Madison Avenue, Albany. There will be a networking session with light refreshments at 6p.m. The program is free and open to the public. For more information, visit www. womansclubofalbany.com or call 518.465.3626.

Tuesday, Feb. 27

BERLIN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT: A regular board meeting will be held at 7:15p.m. at Berlin Middle School/High School. BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Learn how to best leverage your skills if you are considering a career change or re-entering the workforce. Bethlehem library job coach Patricia Sibilia will share strategies to help you network and gain confidence, 7 p.m., 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar.

BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Tots Class, 10:30 a.m. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 279-4023or visit www.brunswicklibrary.org for more information. CHENEY LIBRARY: The Children’s Room of the Cheney Library in Hoosick Falls will host a Story Hour every Tuesday at 10a.m. Each week there will be time to listen to a story, sing songs, have a snack, do an activity and more. Then stay and play!

EAST SIDE SENIORS:

The next East Side Seniors meeting will take place on February 27at the American Legion Post in Wynantskill. The meeting begins at 1p.m., preceded by the pledge. Team 4will be the hosts. The Wildwood trip is full, but there is a waiting list. Bocce subs are always needed and welcome. Please join us at our meeting, stay and play Bingo, or your game of choice.

HEROIN AWARENESS MEETING: Albany County Sheriff Craig D. Apple and the City of Watervliet present a Heroin Awareness Town Hall Meeting on February 27from 6p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Watervliet High School Auditorium, 1245 Hillside Drive. Topics covered include the status of the heroin epidemic; lifesaving NARCAN training; preventative tips; how to get help. POESTENKILL HISTORICAL SOCIETY: Sand Lake roasted in 90degree heat on July 7, 1908when 20year old Hazel Irene Drew walked along a remote section of Taborton Road. This stretch out by Teal’s Pond was popular with squirrel hunters, campers and fishermen but was risky business for a young woman like Hazel to be out alone at night. Bob Moore, Sand Lake Historian, and Mark Marshall have been working with the producers of “Twin Peaks” to find out all they can on the mystery of Hazel Drew’s death. Join the Poestenkill Historical Society on Tuesday, February 27, at 7p.m. in the downstairs meeting room of the Town Hall on Route 351 to find out more information and help solve the mystery. POESTENKILL SENIORS: The Poestenkill Seniors meet on Tuesday afternoons at the Sullivan-Jones Post in Poestenkill, starting at 1p.m. Please note that dues are now $15.

RAPID HIV TESTING: The Troy Public Library hosts Veronica Schiavone, LMSW of Albany Medical Center who will share information and free, rapid, confidential HIV testing. Rapid HIV testing involves an oral swab or a finger stick and results are available in as little as 20minutes. February 27, 10 a.m. - 12:30p.m. and March 13, 5p.m.- 7:30p.m. at 100 Second Street, downtown Troy. Contact Veronica at 518-264-4044for more information. RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Pre-school Storytime, 11a.m. 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, STEPHENTOWN MEMORIAL LIBRARY: Crosby the Reading Dog will be at SML on Tuesdays from 4p.m. to 5:30p.m. for some reading fun. Whether you are a great reader or even ‘just learning my A,B, C’s,’ Crosby will love to listen. Reading slots will be for 15minutes each. Please call 518-733-5750 to make an appointment. Parents please plan on staying with your child. Join SML’s own Maria Spear for introductory Ballroom Dance class at 7p.m. on Tuesdays in February for a focus on the Cha-Cha. Call the library to register. Stephentown Memorial Library is located at 472NY-43, Stephentown. TROY SENIOR CENTER: 9 a.m., Knitting and Crocheting. 10:30a.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.

Wednesday, Feb. 28

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. CANCER PEER EDUCATION: Join the Troy Public Library at 100Second Street on Wednesday, February 28, at 6p.m. for a free St. Peter’s Health Partners workshop on the Breast & Prostate Cancer Peer Education Project. The Breast and Prostate Cancer Peer Education Project provides free education to men and women about breast and prostate cancer. This program is free and open to the public. Advanced registration is recommended. For more information and to register, call the library at 518-274-7071or online at www.thetroylibrary.org. 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 projectbased activity. No pre-registration required; activity included with museum admission. For ages 2-6. 11 a.m., 250Jordan Road, Troy. For more information call 518-235-2120or visit www. cmost.org.

EVERETT WAGAR SENIOR CENTER: Rachael Hayes, licensed cosmetologist will offer reduced priced pedicures or toe nail clipping right at the Everett Wagar Senior Center, 2Roxborough Road, Grafton. Rachael will be available on Wednesday, February 28for full pedicures. Make your appointment early; they go fast! Please call the center for required appointments at 518-279-3413. Rensselaer County seniors 60years of age and older are welcome. Everyone who brings a new member to the noon lunch will receive a gift. The entrée will be Italian sausage and peppers. All Rensselaer County seniors welcome, reservations required: call 518-279-3413. INTERFAITH STORY CIRCLE: The first mention of hospitality in the Bible is when Abraham welcomed the strangers at Mamre. As the father of three faith traditions, Abraham’s gift for hospitality has influenced the cultures and traditions we share today. Guests will be invited to share their own traditional or personal stories related to the theme or to simply come to listen. An optional vegetarian pot luck dinner will begin with prayer at 6:15p.m. Storytelling will follow from 7:15p.m. to 9 p.m. Dominican Retreat and Conference Center, 1945 Troy-Schenectady Road, Schenectady. Free and open to the public.

LOWER CANADA REBEL- LION: La Fédération FrancoAméricaine du NY, will give a presentation on “The Rebellion of 1837-1838in Lower Canada”. Bernard Ouimet, President of La Fédération Franco-Américaine du NY and a native of Quebec, will speak about Lower Canada against the British. Come and learn about the reasons for the rebellion, the taking of arms, the outcome, and the legal repercussions. The presentation is free and open to the public. 7 p.m., Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library, Clifton Park. Register online at www. cphlibrary.org (go to Calendar of Events to register), in person, or by calling 518371-8622.

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--4 Sherry Road, Troy, about 30yards south of the RPI Chapel Center (near the intersection of Burdett and Peoples Avenues). Call 518271-6949or 518-273-1851 for more information. SPEIGLE ELDERS: The Speigle Elders will hold their second meeting of the month at 12:30p.m. on Wednesday, February 28. Due to the Ash Wednesday conflict, members of Table #1are providing postValentine desserts at this meeting. Ellen Lewis will collect 2018-19dues; Joyce Davey is accepting reservations and payments for the May 5“King and I” theater trip. Final payments for the Proctor’s event are due by March 14. The Nominating Committee (Mary Riley, Barbara Coleman, Maureen Holt, and Jean Barber) hope to fill the following positions (President, Vice-President, Treasurer and Secretary) for April installation. he Standing Committees (Membership,Publicity, Sunshine, Supplies) will be named with the newly elected officers. Contact the committee should you wish to fill one of these positions.

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. TAX LAWPRESENTATION: Tax law experts -- Albany Law School faculty and practitioners -- will provide a description of changes to the tax code, and how these changes will affect individuals and small companies. The 5p.m. event in the Dean Alexander Moot Court Room at Albany Law School, 80 New Scotland Ave, Albany, is free and open to the public. THRIFT SHOP: Johnsonville Methodist Church’s thrift shop at Bridge Street, Johnsonville (Route 40to Route 67East. Look for the “OPEN” flag on Route 67) is open 9a.m. - noon on Wednesdays and the first Saturday of each month. Check out a large selection of men’s, women’s and children’s clothing, shoes and accessories (most clothing $3a bag), special occasion outfits, men’s suits. Lots of housewares, home decor, Easter, jewelry, CDs, books and a room full of toys, including Easter bunnies.

Thursday, March 1

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.

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 518-235-3851,

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

HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Cards, Bingo at 12:45p.m., van transportation available. 69Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call518-686-7561for noon dinner reservations and more information. 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 27114th Street, Troy. 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 Thursday, March 1, from 12:30p.m.1:30p.m. at the LVORC Office, 71First Street, 3rd Floor, Troy. To register, call 518-244-4650. For more information, visit www.lvorc. org.

PESTICIDE RECERTIFICATION DAY: Cornell Cooperative Extension of Albany County and the Capital Area Agriculture & Horticulture Program hold Capital Region Pesticide Recertification Day at The Century House in Latham on March 1from 8:30a.m. to 4p.m. Registration will begin at 7:30a.m. Pesticide Recertification Day will assist pesticide applicators in attaining DEC pesticide credits needed to keep their licenses up to date. Registration for Pesticide Recertification Day is mandatory. Credits will not be awarded if a pesticide certification number is not provided in advance. It is also required that you present your pesticide license at the event. The fees are $100 per person to attend all day; morning or afternoon classes only will be $85per person. Payment for this event is required in advance. Registration is available online at http://bit.ly/2B85gsV, or contact Tove Ford at 518765-3518or cce-caahp@ cornell.edu for assistance. 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.

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.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: 9a.m., Arts and Crafts. 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 COLLEGE: The Faculty Lecture series will continue on Thursday, March 1, with Bernie Rhie, associate professor of English, who will present “Zen and the Art of American Literature.” The talk will take place at 4:15 p.m. in Wege Auditorium, Thompson Chemistry, and will be followed by a reception in Schow Atrium. It is free and open to the public.

Friday, March 2

ALBANY HERITAGE AREA VISITORS CENTER: In our increasingly polarized society, the symbol of the 19th century Underground Rail- road movement challenges us to reflect and act upon the legacy of the institution of slavery in contemporary times. Capital Region artists offer their reflections and responses to this legacy in a variety of artistic forms that compel the viewer to reflection and response. Their work will be on display at the Albany Heritage Area Visitors Center, 25Quackenbush Square, from March 3- April 28. A sneak preview and reception will be held on March 2from 5:30p.m. - 7:30p.m. For more information visit www.UndergroundRailroadHistory.org or call 518-4340405.

BERKSHIRE SYMPHONY: The Williams College Department of Music presents the Berkshire Symphony, conducted by Ronald Feldman, in a program including Gounod’s “Faust: Ballet Music” and Haydn’s “Sinfonia Concertante”. The Piano Concerto by music faculty member Zachary Wadsworth features soloist Doris Stevenson. In the second half of the program the orchestra performs Beethoven’s classic Symphony No. 6 “Pastorale.” The orchestra performs on Friday, March 2, at 8p.m. in Chapin Hall on the Williams campus. There is a pre-concert talk with Mr. Feldman at 7:15p.m. in Brooks-Rogers Recital Hall, adjacent to the venue. Both events are free and open to the public.

FISH FRY: The Cohoes-Waterford 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. Cohoes-Waterford Elks, 45N. 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.

HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Cards, Yoga at 10:30a.m., Zumba at 11a.m., Bingo at 12:30p.m. Legal Aid available today; sign up for an appointment. 69 Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call518-686-7561for noon dinner reservations and 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, 4 Parsons 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.

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 2 and running through May 11, with the exception of Spring Break on March 16, 23, and 30. Audiences will be treated to shows from the highprecision Zeiss Skymaster ZKP3/B opto-mechanical planetarium projector. Shows will last about 50minutes. For reservations (required) contact Michele Rech at 413-597-2188or email at mcr4@williams.edu. Others will be admitted as space permits. Large groups should call for special appointments.

NYS WRITERS’ INSTITUTE: The New York State Writers’ Institute will screen Stanley Kubrick’s 1964film “Dr. Strangelove” at 7:30 p.m. at Page Hall, 135Western Avenue on the SUNYAlbany downtown campus. Admission is free.

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

Saturday, March 3

ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST: The Poestenkill Christian Church, 721Snyder’s Corners Rd., Poestenkill, will hold it’ monthly All You Can Eat Breakfast on Saturday, March 3, from 8a.m. - 11a.m. The menu includes eggs, sausage, bacon, toast, home fries, pancakes, french toast, juice, coffee or tea. The cost is $8for adults and $3.50for children under 10.

BACK PAIN WORKSHOP:

If you suffer from back pain or sciatica, Brunswick Physical Therapy is hosting a free workshop where you will learn the three most common causes of back pain or sciatica and what can be done to relieve your symptoms naturally without medication, injections or surgery. During the workshop you will learn the most current and advanced treatments available. This class will be taught by physical therapist Peter St. Germain, at Brunswick Physical Therapy, 4164NY 2, Troy, on Saturday, March 3at 11a.m. If interested, please call 518326-9272to register. BARNES & NOBLE: Awardwinning, best-selling local children’s author Jennifer Roy and freedom fighter Ali Fadhil have co-authored the new book “Playing Atari with Saddam Hussein” (Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, 2018). Roy and Fadhil will be hosting a book launch, talk, and signing at Barnes & Noble in Colonie Center on Saturday, March 3, from 6:30p.m. - 7:30p.m.

BERKSHIRE SYMPHONY: The Williams College Department of Music presents Berkshire Symphony Family Day at the Bernhard Music Center on the Williams campus. Starting at 1pm, Ephs Out Loud, a studentled initiative designed to promote community engagement and collaboration through music, offers musical crafts, face-painting, and an instrument petting zoo. From 1:15-1:45p.m. there is will be a workshop with the Williams College Choirs. At 2 p.m. in Chapin Hall the Berkshire Symphony joins the party with music and fun for everyone. All events are free and open to the public. Visit http://music.williams.edu for more information. BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Former Army Colonel and former local Congressman Chris Gibson will discuss his book, “Rally Point.” A book signing will follow. 2:30p.m. - 4:30 p.m., 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar.

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 518-235-3851,

DAY BEFORE THE AWARDS: See several Academy Awards contenders for free on Saturday, March 3, at the 4th Annual ‘Day Before the Awards Film Festival’ at the East Greenbush Community Library, 10Community Way. This year’s festival has expanded to a second location: the Rensselaer Public Library, 676East Street, where Pixar’s animated hit, “Coco” will kick things off at 9a.m. Six more films will be shown at the East Greenbush Library, beginning at 10 a.m.: “Dunkirk”, “Wonder”, “Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri”, “Roman J. Israel, Esq.”, “The Florida Project” and “Darkest Hour”. Host Jackson Murphy and fellow film critic Jim Dixon will introduce the films and hold Q&A sessions following each screening. Reservations and Tickets are required for all movies. They are available at the East Greenbush Community Library or online at https://eastgreenbushli-