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Monday, May 21

BENNINGTON BATTLEFIELD: Tour the three main areas of interest in the first engagement of the Battle of Bennington. A mix of walking and driving is required. 3p.m., Bennington Battlefield, NY RT-67, Hoosick.

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.

HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Van to Via Aquarium leaves at 9a.m.; sign up in advance. Cards, Cribbage at 9a.m., Yoga at 10:30a.m. 69 Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-686-7561for noon dinner reservations and more information.

MASONS: The Mount Zion Masonic Lodge #311, F.& A.M., will meet on Monday, May 21, at 7:30p.m. at the Troy Masonic Community Center, 39Brunswick Road, for the purpose of electing officers for 2018-19. Refreshments will be served following the meeting.

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

Tuesday, May 22

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Origami for Kids and families, 3:30p.m. - 4:45 p.m. Sign up for one Chess Club session per night and try your hand at chess with teen volunteers at 5:30-6:30 p.m. or 6:30-7:30p.m. All experience levels welcome. For grades K-5. Understanding Alzheimer’s workshop: Dementia Conversations, 6 p.m. - 7p.m. Co-sponsored by Alzheimer’s Association, Northeastern New York. 451 Delaware 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.

CELEBRATE STEPHENTOWN: Celebrate Stephentown 2018is happening August 17-19. Planning continues on Tuesday, May 22 at 7p.m. at the Stephentown Town Hall. Organizers will be finalizing the schedule of events at this meeting, so if you are interested in presenting an event, please come to the meeting or contact the organizers ahead of the meeting. More information, as well as photos and videos documenting events from last year’s inaugural festival, can be found online at celebratestephentown.com.

HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Card party at 10:30 a.m. Van transportation available for local errands. 69 Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-686-7561for noon dinner reservations and more information.

LANSINGBURGH EAGLES: The Lansingburgh Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie #3773 will meet on Tuesday, May 22, at 7p.m. at their rooms, located at 513Fifth Avenue, North Troy,

POESTENKILL SENIORS: Weekly meetings every Tuesday at 1p.m. at the Sullivan-Jones post in Poestenkill. All seniors are welcome. Coffee and refreshments are served after the meeting, following by Bingo and cards. The hall is handicapped accessible with sufficient parking. The Poestenkill Seniors have catered lunches, pizza, clamsteams, fish fries and luncheons at various restaurants, informational talks on senior safety and bus trips to casinos, theaters and other points of interest. Dues are $15a year.

RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Pre-school Storytime, 11a.m. Computer Help, 1 p.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 host a Social Security retirement information program on Tuesday, May 22, at 6p.m. for pre-retirees wanting to make a more informed claiming decision. “Getting Serious About Social Security” is designed to help individuals better prepare for the financial challenges of retirement given the potential for living longer. The one-hour program is offered as a public service by John N. Kalil, Jr., a Financial Advisor and the President of Retirement Solutions, LLC. There is no cost to attend. Seating is limited with pre-registration required in advance. To RSVP, please call the library at 518-477-7476.

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 518-733-5750to make an appointment. Parents please plan on staying with your child. Stephentown Memorial Library is located at 472NY43, Stephentown.

TROY PUBLIC LIBRARY: Paul MacPhain of Bee Hollow Farm will visit the Troy Public Library on Tuesday, May 22, at 3p.m. to speak on the importance of honey bees, and offer a honey tasting. This program is free and open to the public. Advanced registration is recommended. At 6p.m., learn more about CDTA’s bike share program. Lauren Bailey from CDTA will be speaking about how this program came to be, how it operates now, and what it means for the City of Troy and the Capital Region. For more information or to register, call the library at 518-274-7071or online at www.thetroylibrary.org. The library is located at 100Second Street in downtown Troy.

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

Wednesday, May 23

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Three Little Pigs STEM Storytime, 10:30a.m. Listen to the story of the three pigs, then experiment with different building materials and see the tale from the wolf’s perspective. For children up to age 6with family. 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar.

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: “Colors” is the Science Story Time theme for May at the Children’s Museum of Science + Technology. Join a Museum Educator for a science-based story time including a project-based activity for ages 2-6. No preregistration requried; activity included with museum admission. 11a.m., 250Jordan Road, Troy. CMOST celebrates World Turtle Day from 11a.m. - 3p.m. with turtle stories and craft projects. Visit www.cmost.org for more information.

HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Crafts 10a.m. Bone Builders at 10:30a.m., Exercise Class at 1p.m. Cards. Motor vehicle available from 10 a.m. - 2p.m. 69Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-6867561for noon dinner reservations and more information.

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. RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Are you 50+? Whether you’re already retired, about to make the move, or just checking out the possibility, “50+ Retirement Reimagined” with Dr. TomDenham can help you create an action plan. This program is supported by funds from the New York State Library’s Adult Literacy Grant, in partnership with the Capital Region Workforce Development Board. Please call 518-462-1193to sign up. Rensselaer Public Library is located across the street from the Amtrak parking lot. To learn more, see http:// rensselaerlibrary.org/ or visit the library’s Facebook page, http://www.facebook.com/RensselaerLibrary.

SPEIGLE ELDERS: The Speigle Elders will hold their second bi-monthly meeting at 12:30p.m. on Wednesday, May 23. Reservations and payments are due for the June 14bus trip to the MacHaydn Theater for “Funny Girl.” Ellen Lewis is collecting 2018-19dues. Table #3will provide and serve refreshments.

TROY PUBLIC LIBRARY: In the spirit of Jewish Heritage Month, Troy Public Library hosts Elisheva Morrison on Wednesday, May 23, at 6 p.m. for an immersive and engaging night of local history. Dressed in historical costume, Morrison will present a soliloquy of feelings and thoughts of a young girl leaving her home from a shtetl in Russia and coming to the big city of Troy, during the early 1900’s. Historical photos will also be shared with the audience. This program is free and open to the public Advanced registration is recommended. For more information and to register, call the library at 518-2747071or online at www.thetroylibrary.org. The library is located at 100Second Street, downtown Troy.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: Swimming at Lansingburgh Boys/Girls Club, 9a.m. Aerobics, 9:30a.m. 19Third Street, Troy.Call 518-2705349to make a noon lunch reservation, or 518-2705348for more information.

VOLKSWALK BALLSTON SPA: A guided walk starts at 9a.m. from 40McMaster Street, Ballston Spa. Registration for each event starts ½ hour before the walk; the cost is $2.

WATERVLIET SENIOR CENTER: A Memorial Prayer Service to honor local members who have passed away will be held before lunch with several pastors of different denominations. 11a.m., Watervliet Senior Center, 1501Broadway Watervliet. Call 518-273-4422 for more information.

Thursday, May 24

ALBANY GUIDED TOUR: The Albany Dutch are more than just tulips and wooden shoes! Echoes of Albany’s Dutch roots can be felt throughout the city, from street names to architectural gems. “Going Dutch” is a guided walking tour within the original perimeter of Beverwyck. Learn how the tenacious Dutch adapted to the New World, formed relationships with the Native Americans and adjusted to English rule before the Revolution. $3per person. Starting at 3p.m. at the Albany Visitors Center, 25 Quackenbush Square. BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Tots Class, 10:30a.m. Knitting group, 1 p.m. to 2:30p.m. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 518279-4023or visit www. brunswicklibrary.org for more information.

CMOST: Help your child improve motor skills and increase his or her understaning of how the world works. Join Children’s Museum Of Science + Technology staff in the GE Discovery Room for a hands-on sensory science activity for ages 2-6. The theme for May 24 is “Our Colorful World.” No pre-registration required; activity included in museum admission. 250Jordan Road, Troy, For more information visit www.cmost. org.

CORNER SHOPPE: The Corner Shoppe in Cornerstone Community Church, 570Third Avenue, North Troy, has many new baby/ kids clothing items and toys. The clothing racks are full of nice summer clothing for the entire family. Shop their many rooms of housewares, books, linens, jewelry and more. Some random sales will pop up on many Thursdays or Saturdays. Shoppe hours are Thursday and Saturday 9a.m. - 1p.m. For more informatin, call 518235-4705.

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

HIDDEN GARDEN TOUR: Now in its 19th year, the Hidden Garden Tour is a fundraiser to benefit Troy’s Prospect Park. The selfguided walking tour features approx. 30private backyard gardens in the Historic Sage College, Washington Park and adjoining neighborhoods of downtown Troy. Admission to the Hidden Garden Tour is $10. Tickets are available in advance online at http://troygarden.brownpapertickets.com/ or on the day of at the check-in-table at the Russell Sage College Parking lot.

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. MANDEVILLE GALLERY DANCE PARTY: Stacey Robinson, artist and assistant professor of graphic design at University of Illinois, and Jermaine Wells, singer and actor, will be mixing music in celebration of Robinson’s art installation “Branding the Afrofuture,” currently on view at Schaffer Library, which illustrates the intersections of digital art, culture, and Afrofuturism through his vibrant prints and graffiti wall drawings. 5p.m. - 7p.m., The Schaffer Library Learning Commons,1st floor Schaffer Library, Union College, Schenectady. Refreshments will be served. Free and open to the public. For more information visit http:// muse.union.edu/mandeville/. 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. SMALL SPACE GARDENING: Master Gardener and Interior Designer Denise Maurer will be presenting a workshop entitled Small Space Gardening on Thursday, May 24, at 3p.m., prior to the Friends’ of Prospect Park Hidden Garden Tour, at the Troy Public Library’s Main Location, 100Second Street. Learn how to choose your site, develop your plant list and how to use gardening principles on a smaller scale. This program is free and open to the public. Please make reservations by calling the library at 518274-7071or register online at www.thetroylibrary.org. TROY SENIOR CENTER: 9a.m., Arts and Crafts. 10 a.m., Osteo Aerobics. 10:30 a.m., Health & Wellness activities. 11a.m. New in May: jam sessions every Thursday at 1p.m. 19Third Street, Troy. To make reservations for noon lunch call 518-270-5349. For more information call 518-2705348.

Friday, May 25

BENNINGTON BATTLEFIELD COOKOUT: Join the Bennington Battlefield for an evening of hot dogs & “Hessians.” The battlefield provides the packaged food, you grill it in the picnic area. After eating, stick around for a tour of Hessian Hill at 7 p.m.. Special thanks to Price Chopper for supporting this event. Free and open to the public. Veggie alternatives available. First come, first served. 6p.m., Bennington Battlefield, NY RT-67Hoosick. Rain date: June 1. CMOST: Investigate the A in STEaM, Fridays at 11 a.m. Designed for the Children’s Museum of Science + Technology’s youngest visitors, this activity gives children an opportunity to explore a different creative art activity each week. 250 Jordan Road, Troy. Visit www.cmost.org for more information.

HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Cards, Yoga at 10:30a.m., Zumba at 11 a.m., Bingo at 12:30p.m. 69Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-686-7561 for noon dinner reservations and more information.

K OF C GARAGE SALE: The Knights of Columbus in Latham will hold their annual garage sale from 9 a.m. - 4p.m. on Friday, May 25and Saturday, May 26, at 328Troy Schenectady Road ( Route 2). The large selection includes furniture, kitchen ware (pots, pans, dishes, and glasses), vases and home décor, seasonal, linens and curtains, small electronics, baby items, toys, sports equipment, tools, books and lots of clothes. Food will be available for purchase. PHOTOGRAPHY CENTER

RECEPTION: The Photography Center of the Capital District, 404River Street, Troy, will hold a reception and book signing for its current exhibition “Nude at Home” by Dan McCormack during Troy Night Out from 5p.m - 9p.m. The exhibit of 34extraordinary images continues through June 24. For more information visit www.photocentertroy.org.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: Aerobics 9:45a.m. Bingo 12:45p.m. 19Third Street, Troy. To make reservations for noon lunch call 518270-5349. For more information call 518-270-5348.

Saturday, May 26

BREAKFAST BUFFET: The Grafton Volunteer Fire Company, along with the Grafton Ladies Auxiliary will hold their monthly All-You-CanEat buffet-style breakfast on May 26at the Grafton VFW/ Fire Hall on County Route 85in Grafton. Cost: $10for adults, $5.00for kids 12& under, kids 5and under are free. Breakfast is served on the last Saturday of each month.

CLOTHING BARN: North Chatham United Methodist Church’s Clothing Barn will be open from 9:30a.m. - 12:30p.m. every Saturday through the middle of October. This is a great opportunity to pick up “gently used” clothing & shoes (for children and adults) at bargain prices. The barn also accepts auction donations from 9:30a.m. to noon on Saturday mornings. The church is located at 4274 Route 203in the hamlet of North Chatham.

CORNER SHOPPE: The Corner Shoppe in Cornerstone Community Church, 570Third Avenue, North Troy, has many new baby/ kids clothing items and toys. The clothing racks are full of nice summer clothing for the entire family. Shop their many rooms of housewares, books, linens, jewelry and more. Some random sales will pop up on many Thursdays or Saturdays. Shoppe hours are Thursday and Saturday 9a.m. - 1p.m. For more informatin, call 518235-4705.

DOOR SALE: After recent salvaging about 300doors from the former Kenwood Academy, the Historic Albany Foundation holds a sidewalk sale on Saturday, May 26, from 9a.m. - 5 p.m. at 89Lexington Ave, Albany. Doors will be heavily discounted at 40% to move. New and renewing members will enjoy an additional 10% discount on door sale prices. Members also get 10% off anything in the store. For more information visit http://www. historic-albany.org/2017calendar/2018/5/26/partswarehouse-door-sale-andmembership-drive.

HUDSON HALL: JD Urban’s [R]EVOLUTION IS UNCOMFORTABLE is a new installment of the photographer and filmmaker’s award winning, perennial conversation series, The Everyday People Project, a dynamic documentary series featuring intimate conversations about some of the most pressing social concerns facing our nation today. [R]EVOLUTION IS UNCOMFORTABLE begins with an evolving collection of documentary shorts in Hudson Hall’s first floor Annex until June 24. On May 26from 5p.m. - 8p.m., the community is invited to celebrate the opening of a photographic exhibition of Urban’s work with hot dogs and refreshments. Select photographs will be on sale to the public. Hudson Hall is located at the historic Hudson Opera House, 327 Warren Street, Hudson.

K OF C GARAGE SALE: The Knights of Columbus in Latham will hold their annual garage sale from 9 a.m. - 4p.m. on Friday, May 25and Saturday, May 26, at 328Troy Schenectady Road ( Route 2). The large selection includes furniture, kitchen ware (pots, pans, dishes, and glasses), vases and home décor, seasonal, linens and curtains, small electronics, baby items, toys, sports equipment, tools, books and lots of clothes. Food will be available for purchase.

OAKWOOD CEMETERY: The public is cordially invited to Oakwood Cemetery at 9a.m. on Saturday, May 26, for the annual Memorial Day Ceremony. The historic three-ton Meneely bell in front of the Earl Chapel will be rung nine times to mark the start of the event. The Friends of Oakwood Cemetery and the Veterans of Lansingburgh will lay wreaths in honor of all deceased veterans. Michael Barrett will MC and Jim Pratt of the Veterans’ Miracle Center will speak. Nikki Osterhout will sing the national anthem. Representatives of the NYS 125th reenactors will fire a musket salute. Local Boy Scouts will place American flags on graves at the Soldiers’ Plot. There is no charge for this event. In case of heavy rain, the ceremony will be moved into the chapel.

THACHER NATURE CENTER: Vernal ponds are ephemeral wetlands that fill with water from winter and spring rains, and usually dry out by the end of summer. Explore a vernal pond that serves as an important breeding site for many obligate species, including the Yellow Spotted and Jefferson salamanders. This 10a.m. event is appropriate for ages 8and older. Call 518-872-0800to register and for meeting place. Park entrance fee is $6per vehicle.

TRAIL WORK DAY: Join a dedicated bike trail group in building new trails at Rensselaer Plateau Alliances’s Poestenkill Community Forest from 9a.m. to 2p.m. The work includes cutting new trails, some raking, using hoes to scrap off organic material to get down to dirt, and trimming back tree cover in the trail corridor. Call Ian Bonesteel at 518-598-9977or e-mail poestenkillcf@saratogamtb.org for more information.

Sunday, May 27

POESTENKILL HISTORICAL SOCIETY: Nathanael Greene emerged from the Revolutionary War with a reputation as General George Washington’s most gifted and dependable officer. Many places in the United States are named after Greene. Join the Poestenkill Historical Society for a presentation on Greene on Tuesday, May 27, at 7p.m. at the Town Hall on Route 351, in the downstairs meeting room. The program is free, everyone is welcome and refreshments will be provided. THACHER NATURE CENTER: A Doggie Day Stroll begins at 10a.m. at Pear Orchard and continues along the Escarpment Trail. Learn about different techniques for keeping your dog safe and comfortable while they enjoy the outdoors. Proof of recent vaccinations and six-foot leash (maximum) is required. To register call 518-872-1237. Parking fee is $6per vehicle.

Monday, May 28

KINDERHOOK MEMORIAL DAY PARADE: The Town of Kinderhook will be hosting its annual Memorial Day Parade in the Village of Kinderhook this year on Monday, May 28, starting at 10a.m. The parade will line up on the corners of Catskill View Drive & Berkshire Drive between 9a.m. - 9:30a.m. The parade will continue down Rte 9to the Kinderhook Village Square where there will be a Memorial Ceremony.

MEMORIAL DAY MASS:

St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church, located at 600State Street (corner of State and Lafayette Streets), Schenectady, will hold its Annual Memorial Day Cemetery Mass at St. Joseph’s Cemetery on Kings Road, Schenectady, at 10 a.m. on Monday, May 28, weather permitting. In the event of inclement weather, the Mass will be held at St. Joseph’s Church at 10a.m. There will not be a 12:15p.m. Mass on Monday, May 28, and the Church and Parish Offices will be closed. More information is available by calling 518-374-4466, Ext. 13.

ROADSIDE CHICKEN BBQ: The Brunswick Elks Ladies Auxiliary, Rte. 2, Brunswick Road, serves a Roadside Chicken BBQ on Memorial Day, May 28, from noon - 4p.m. Half chicken, two sides, soda and cookies for $12. Reserve in advance by calling Deborah Doyle at 518-813-5964, or email ddoyle8@nycap.rr.com. This is a fundraiser to benefit the NYS Cerebral Palsy Association.

Tuesday, May 29

HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Card party at 10:30a.m. Van transportation available. 69Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-686-7561for noon dinner reservations and more information.

HOWTO TALK, HOW TO LISTEN: The League of Women Voters of Albany County and the Women’s Press Club of New York State will host a community forum on “How to Talk. How to Listen: Fractured Conversations in a Polarized Society” at 6:30p.m. Tuesday, May 29, at the Bethlehem Town Hall, 445 Delaware Ave., Delmar. Casey Seiler, a Times Union editor and columnist, will open the discussion with a look at the state of our discourse. Susan Arbetter, host of the syndicated public radio program “The Capitol Pressroom,” will lead a panel discussion and conversation with the audience. The program is free and open to the public.

NEW YORK STATE LIBRARY: Jo Margaret Mano, Professor Emerita at the SUNY New Paltz Department of Geography, presents ‘My Journey of Discovery’ in celebration of the New York State Library’s map collection. 12:15p.m., Librarians Room, 7th Floor, Cultural Education Center, 222Madison Avenue, Albany. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the New York State Library. Registration is recommended.

TO REGISTER, e-mail NYSLTRN@nysed.gov or call 518-474-2274.

POESTENKILL SENIORS: Weekly meetings every Tuesday at 1p.m. at the Sullivan-Jones post in Poestenkill. All seniors are welcome. Coffee and refreshments are served after the meeting, following by Bingo and cards. The hall is handicapped accessible with sufficient parking. The Poestenkill Seniors have catered lunches, pizza, clamsteams, fish fries and luncheons at various restaurants, informational talks on senior safety and bus trips to casinos, theaters and other points of interest. Dues are $15a year.

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.

TALK SOUP: Join Unity House at 24316th Avenue, Troy, for a light supper of soup at 6p.m., followed by conversation around the issue of food insecurity in Troy. On Tuesday, May 29 the topic will be “Working with Local Agriculture.” No need to RSVP, but if you’d like more information, you can call Amy at 518-2742607.

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 2705349to make a noon lunch reservation, or 270-5348 for more information.

Wednesday, May 30

CLOVER PATCH CAMP: Clover Patch Camp, a day and overnight summer camp for children and adults who have physical or intellectual disabilities, is welcoming the season with two events. Clover Patch Camp at 55Helping Hand Lane in Glenville is operated by the Center for Disability Services. Wednesday, May 30, is Open House at Clover Patch Camp from 3p.m. to 6p.m. Prospective campers, families and interested community members are invited to visit the site, tour the facilities and ask questions. Call 518-384-3042or contact d_ ross@cfdsny.org for details.

CMOST: “Colors” is the Science Story Time theme for May at the Children’s Museum of Science + Technology. Join a Museum Educator for a science-based story time including a projectbased activity for ages 2-6. No pre-registration requried; activity included with museum admission. 11a.m., 250Jordan Road, Troy. Visit www.cmost.org for more information.

HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Crafts 10a.m. Bone Builders at 10:30a.m., Exercise Class at 1p.m. Cards. Motor vehicle available from 10a.m. - 2p.m. Blue Shield of Northeastern NY Information Table, 9:30 a.m. - 11a.m. 69Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-686-7561for noon dinner reservations and more information.

JAZZ AT THE ARTS CENTER: Capital District Jazz, Ltd., a 501(c)3not-for-profit organization formed by practitioners and fans who love jazz music, continues its Spring Jazz at the Arts Center series on Wednesday, May 30at 7:30p.m. with the Brian Patneaude Quartet in concert. Tenor saxophonist Patneaude, perennial winner of “Best Local Jazz Artist” in area polls, will be joined by guitarist George Muscatello, bassist Otto Gardner and drummer Danny Whelchel. Tickets: $15in advance ($20at the door) through www.brownpapertickets.com/event/3353840. 265River Street, downtown Troy.

SENIOR PEDICURES: Rachael Hayes, licensed cosmetologist will offer reduced priced pedicures or toe nail clipping right at the Everett Wagar Senior Center, 2Roxborough Road, Grafton, on May 16and May 30 for full pedicures or manicures, Make your appointment early; they go fast. Please call the center for required appointments 518-279-3413. Rensselaer County seniors 60years of age and older are welcome.

SPINDLE CITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY: The May meeting of the Cohoes Spindle City Historical Society will take place on

Wednesday, May 30, at 7 p.m. in the Cohoes Visitors Center at 58Remsen Street. There will be a short business meeting. The public and interested new members are welcome.

STARS FOR TROOPS: Join this patriotic group of volunteers who take old, tattered and faded U.S. Flags that are retired from service and pass the legacy of embroidered Starts to those that defended them. Show support to those that have Served and those that are Serving – our Military, our Veterans and our First Responders. Open to anyone interested in assembling Stars packets starting at 5 p.m. on the last Wednesday of each month at the Cohoes-Waterford Elks, 45 N. Mohawk Street, Cohoes.

TROY PUBLIC LIBRARY: The Camino de Santiago, the Way of Saint James, is a network of trails serving pilgrims to the shrine of the apostle Saint James the Great in the cathedral of Santiago de Compostela in northwestern Spain. Millions walk and bike the Camino as a spiritual retreat. In the first of two programs exploring travel on the Camino de Santiago, the Troy Public Library presents “The Way,” the movie starring Martin Sheen that inspired millions to walk the Way of St. James and experience a life changing pilgrimage for the first time. 5:45p.m., 100 Second Street, downtown Troy. This program is free and open to the public. Please make reservations by calling the library at 518274-7071or register online at www.thetroylibrary.org.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: Swimming at Lansingburgh Boys/Girls Club, 9a.m. Aerobics, 9:30a.m. 19Third Street, Troy. Call 518-2705349to make a noon lunch reservation, or 518-2705348for more information.

VOLKSWALK BURNT HILLS: A guided walk starts at 9a.m. Our Lady of Grace Roman Catholic Church, 73 Midline Road, Ballston Lake. Registration for each event starts ½ hour before the walk; the cost is $2. WELCOME PETER HOME: The Rensselaer County Historical Society recently acquired a historic 1840s watercolor portrait of Peter F. Baltimore, a prominent member of an important free black family who

came to Troy in the late 18th-early 19th century. Peter’s barbershop was a documented part of the local Underground Railroad system. RCHS is holding a “Welcome Peter Home!” community-wide reception on May 30to welcome home a rare portrait of one of Troy’s most prominent mid-19th-century citizens. The reception is open to the public and will be held 7to 8:30p.m. at RCHS, located at 57Second Street, Troy.

Thursday, May 31

BATTLE OF BENNINGTON: In “Legends of the Battle of Bennington,” Site Assistant David Pitlyk presents a counter-factual history of the battle. 6p.m., 30Caretakers Road, Hoosick Falls

BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Tots Class, 10:30a.m. Knitting group, 1 p.m. to 2:30p.m. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 518279-4023or visit www. brunswicklibrary.org for more information.

CMOST: Help your child improve motor skills and increase his or her understaning of how the world works. Join Children’s Museum Of Science + Technology staff in the GE Discovery Room for a hands-on sensory science activity for ages 2-6. The theme for May 31is “Insect Investigations.” No pre-registration required; activity included in museum admission. 250 Jordan Road, Troy, For more information visit www. cmost.org.

CORNER SHOPPE: The Corner Shoppe in Cornerstone Community Church, 570Third Avenue, North Troy, has many new baby/ kids clothing items and toys. The clothing racks are full of nice summer clothing for the entire family. Shop their many rooms of housewares, books, linens, jewelry and more. Some random sales will pop up on many Thursdays or Saturdays. Shoppe hours are Thursday and Saturday 9a.m. - 1p.m. For more informatin, call 518235-4705.

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.

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.

SELF-EMPLOYMENT WORKSHOP: Join the Troy Public Library on Thursday, May 31, at 3p.m. for a workshop with a specially trained staff member of the Community Loan Fund of the Capital Region, designed specifically to help people age 50and over learn what it takes to be successfully self-employed in today’s economy. This program is free and open to the public. Advanced registration is required. For more information and to register, call the library at 518-274-7071or online at www.thetroylibrary.org. The Troy Public Library is located at 100 Second Street, Troy.

SENIOR KNIT & CROCHET GROUP: Would you like to help crochet or knit hats, mittens and scarves for the homeless and school children? The Stitching Chicks Knit and Crochet Group will be meeting on Thursdays, May 3, 17& 31at 12:30p.m. at the Everett Wagar Senior Center, 2Roxborough Road, Grafton. A large supply of yarn will help us with these projects, and some ladies are willing to teach basic stitches to get you started on any of these projects or one of your own. Come early and enjoy lunch at noon for a suggested donation of $3 for seniors 60years of age and older. All Rensselaer County seniors are welcome. Reservations are required for lunch and can be made by calling 518-279-3413.

SOUTHERN SARATOGA ART SOCIETY: The monthly meeting of SSAS will be held on Thursday, May 31, at 6:30p.m. at the Clifton Park Senior Community Center, 6Clifton Common Drive. Local sculptor Tony Audi will talk about how he got into sculpting and show a slide presentation about his work. The public is invited to attend. For more information about SSAS, visit southernsaratogaartist.com.

Friday, June 1

CASTLETON FARMERS MARKET: The Castleton-on-Hudson Farmers & Artisans Market (COHFAM) will be held every Friday from June 1 to September 28, from 4:30 p.m. -7:30p.m. at the corner of Main Street (9J) and Scott Avenue (150).

COHOES-WATERFORD ELKS: Come try your luck at Black Jack, Roulette, Dice Cage and more. 7p.m. - 11 p.m., 45N. Mohawk Street, Cohoes.

EVERETT WAGAR SENIOR CENTER: Karen Bloomfield from Unity House will visit the Everett Wagar Senior Center, 2Roxborough Road, Grafton, during the membership meeting on Friday, June 1, at 11a.m. to speak on Rensselaer County’s food stamp program. All Rensselaer County seniors 60 years of age and older are welcome. If you have any questions or want to stay for lunch, (entrée Spanish Rice), please contact the center at 518-279-3413.

FRIENDSHIP SINGERS: The Friendship Singers of Delmar present their final concert of the spring season on Friday, June 1, at 7:30p.m. at the Delmar Reformed Church, 386 Delaware Avenue in Delmar. The concert is open to the public without charge; a free-will offering may be made, proceeds going to the Bethlehem Central High School’s Backpack Program, a student-driven effort to ensure that all in K-5have access to food on weekends and breaks.

‘HE’S COMING BACK’: Hymns, classical and gospel music on the theme of Christ’s return. The Hallelujah Chorus will end the concert. An art show and reception will follow the concert. 7:30p.m., First Lutheran Church, 181Western Avenue, Albany. This event is free and open to the public.

ILIUM LITERARY CLUB: The Troy Ilium Literary Club will hold its 95th Annual Meeting and Luncheon at the Country Club of Troy on Friday, June 1. The Annual Meeting of all members is at 11:30a.m. with luncheon following at 12:30p.m. At 2p.m., Edward Stander will perform on The Glass Harmonica. Reservations can be made by contacting the 2nd Vice President listed in members’ yearbooks.