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Saturday, June 9

AL ROKER: Al Roker, author, meteorologist and co-anchor for NBC’s “Today Show,” brings his latest book, “Ruthless Tide: The Heroes and Villains of the Johnstown Flood, America’s Astonishing Gilded Age Disaster,” to the Chatham Bookstore on Saturday, June 9, from 5to 7p.m. Published by William Morrow. Free. Refreshments. Live at the Chatham Bookstore, 27Main St., Chatham. Call 518-3923005or visit https://chathambookstore.com/ for more information.

BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH: ’Tom Thumb’ Wedding, sponsored by Sunday School.Cost $10. 1p.m., 2165Fifth Avenue, Troy. Call 518-274-4303for more information.

CHICKEN BARBECUE: The Valley Falls United Methodist Church is holding a takeout only chicken barbecue on Saturday, June 9. The menu includes chicken, pasta salad, baked beans, a roll, and a brownie. Pick-up will be at the church, 16State Street, Valley Falls between 1p.m. and 3 p.m. Tickets are $12for adults and $5for children ages 6-12. Call 518-541-3039for reservations and information. CLOTHING BARN: North Chatham United Methodist Church’s Clothing Barn will be open from 9:30a.m. - 12:30 p.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.

COHOES ARTIST SHOWCASE: The 8th Annual Cohoes Artist Showcase (CAS VIII) takes place at the historic Cohoes Music Hall at 58Remsen Street on June 9-10. Over two dozen artists in multiple media from the tri-county area will present their work in a gallery setting, including the local vet group, Art4Vets. This group uses art as a healing tool. The Showcase runs from 10a.m. – 5p.m. on June 9and noon – 5 p.m. on June 10with an artist reception from 6p.m. – 8p.m. on June 9. It is free and open to the public. Additional information is available at www. ChooseCohoesForArt.org and on their Facebook page. COHOES COLOR RUN: On Saturday, June 9, at 10 a.m. the Cohoes Elementary Schools (Abram Lansing School, Harmony Hill and Van Schaick ) along with the Cohoes Middle School will host the Third Annual Color Run fundraiser, with all proceeds to benefit the PTA/PTO Organizations in each school. The event will be held at the Cohoes High School, 1Tiger Circle, beginning at 10a.m. Participants are invited to run, skip cartwheel or walk through the course and get blasted with myriads of color dust in the process. Free water and snacks will be provided at the event for participants. There will be multiple raffles at the event & tickets will be available for purchase. $30day of event registration. For further information, visit http://shop. schoolathon.http://shop. schoolathon.org/ 190126. CORNER SHOPPE: The Corner Shoppe at Cornerstone Community Church, 5703rd Avenue, Troy, is open every Thursday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1p.m. Shop for books, linens, housewares, jewelry and clothing for the entire family. Check out a very large inventory of new and next to new baby and kids clothes, as well as luggage, toys, puzzles and shoes.

GAELIC FOOTBALL: The Albany Rebels will play the Syracuse Gaels Saturday at 1.15p.mat the Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences turf field, 106New Scotland Avenue Albany. This game represents the first in a home and away set of fixtures that will decide the NY Cup this year. This is a family friendly event, there are bleachers at the event an plenty of space for people to come and witness Ireland’s most popular sport. Admission is free.

GRANT COTTAGE: Author Ronald C. White will deliver the David H. Porter Memorial Lecture at Grant Cottage, 100 Mt. McGregor Road in Wilton, on Saturday, June 9at 3p.m. Entitled “Ulysses S. Grant: A New Vision for the American Leadership” and based on his best-selling biography, “American Ulysses: A Life of Ulysses S. Grant,” White’s lecture offers three episodes from Grant’s life--Civil War, presidency, and the writing of his memoirs in his final illness-to illustrate why in his time Grant was routinely grouped with George Washington and Abraham Lincoln in the pantheon of great American leaders. A book signing will be held at the conclusion of the lecture. The suggested donation for attendees is $5 per person.

KIDS FOR KINDNESS CAR WASH: Hope 7Community Center’s “Kids For Kindness” Club holds a Car Wash on Saturday, June 9, from 10a.m. – 2 p.m. at Advanced Auto Parts, Main Avenue, Wynantskill. Car wash $5; soda and snacks for sale. Bring a bottle of sunscreen for the summer camp and get a free cookie. LITERACY VOLUNTEERS 50TH ANNIVERSARY: Literacy Volunteers of Rensselaer County (LVORC) is turning 50! Since 1968, LVORC has provided free basic literacy, English as a second language, computer and math literacy programs to adults, giving people the skills they need to become employed, help their children succeed in school, and participate in every aspect of American life.On June 9from 11a.m. to 1p.m., all are welcome to visit the LVORC stand at the Troy Waterfront Farmers’ Market at Monument Square, River Street, Troy, and enjoy a cupcake to celebrate 50years of building a literate community. For more information, visit www.lvorc.org. LOBSTER DINNER: On Saturday, June 9, the Salem United Methodist Church located at 349Shaver Road (off Route 150) will be holding a 4Course Lobster Dinner. You can eat in at 4p.m. or 6p.m.; take out is available at 5p.m. $22per person. Steamed clams are available at an additional cost of $6per half dozen, $9per dozen. Reservations can be made by calling the church office at 518-674-3106, or call/ text Carol at 518-330-7609. Reservations are required for this dinner by Thursday, June 7.For more information visit wslsumc.wordpress.com. NICKEL SOCIAL: Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 510 Albany Shaker Rd, Loudonville is holding a Nickel Social on Saturday, June 9, from 11a.m. to 1p.m. Similar to a Chinese Auction, there will be new and slightly used items. The drawing begins at 1p.m. and participants must be present at that time. Refreshments will be available. For more information call 518-458-1562. NUTMEG SOARING: Nutmeg Soaring Association will hold its 2018Annual Open House & Fly-In on Saturday, June 9, from 10a.m. – 3p.m. with a rain date of Sunday, June 10. The public is invited to event to learn more about Nutmeg Soaring, Freehold Airport and the sport of soaring while experiencing gliders and airplanes up close. There will be drawings for attendees will win a free glider ride and glider rides will also be available for purchase to be taken at the event. This free community event is being held at Freehold Airport, where Nutmeg

Soaring is based, on County Road 67, 0.7miles west of Rt. 32in Freehold. SCHUYLER MANSION: Schuyler Mansion invites the public to experience a farm market atmosphere in the south end of Albany on Saturday, June 9, from 11 a.m. to 4p.m. Meet some of the kinds of animals that Philip Schuyler would have kept on his farm and learn about different types of agricultural practices from the 18th century to today.This event is free and open to the public. Schuyler Mansion will be available for Open House (self-guided) tours at a reduced admission price of $3from noon to 4p.m. For further information, please call 518-434-0834, visit the Mansion on Facebook or visit www.nysparks.com. STEPHENTOWN MEMORIAL LIBRARY: On Saturday, June 9, at noon, Stephentown Memorial Library, 472NY-43, Stephentown, will host a free Magic, The Gathering class. All participants will go home with a free starter deck of Magic Cards and the beginning skills to play the game. There is no age limit to who can participate. Players do need to be able to read. Thanks to Purple Dragon Games of Williamstown MA for donating starter decks, and to Janet Johns for donating her time. TACONIC CREST TRAIL HIKE: Hike a segment of the Taconic Crest Trail from Robinson Hollow in Stephentown to Mattison Hollow in Cherry Plain. The distance is about 7miles. The hike starts at 9a.m. on June 9. Email Michael Jensen JensenMK@gmail. com for meeting instructions, etc.

THACHER NATURE CENTER: Off the Beaten Path Geology Walk, 9a.m. Mud, sand and shells record ancient Albany County history, long before dinosaurs roamed the Earth. Thacher Park’s rocks and fossils record a time of abundant marine life in tropical seas, when New York was about 30degrees south of the equator. Explore little known parts of Thacher Park and New York’s ancient seas with Dr. Chuck Ver Straeten, New York State Museum. Be prepared for moderately strenuous hiking on and off trail. Call 518872-0800to register. Park entrance fee is $6per vehicle. UNDERSTANDING DNA TESTS: So you’ve had a DNA test done through Ancestry.com, now what? Professional genealogist Lisa Dougherty will lead an informative session guiding you through the fundamentals of DNA tests. Topics covered will include DNA basics, interpreting ethnicity estimates, dealing with all those cousin matches, and incorporating the results into your genealogy research.10:30a.m., Troy Public Library Main branch, 100Second Street. 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. VALLEY FALLS VILLAGEWIDE GARAGE SALE: The Valley Falls Annual Village Wide Garage and Lawn Sale will be held on June 9from 9a.m. through 2p.m. The Valley Falls Free Library will be selling books, a wide variety of locally grown plants, home baked goods, and all kinds of treasures. The Valley Falls United Methodist Church at 16State Street will have an indoor rummage sale and an outdoor snack bar. Every year people look forward to this sale. It will be held rain or shine. There are spots to rent on the library lawn for $10. The library is located at 42State Street, Valley Falls.

WALK FOR HOSPICE:

The Community Hospice will hold its 17th Annual WALK for Hospice to benefit patients with serious illness and their families on Saturday, June 9, from 9a.m. – noon (check-in begins at 9 a.m.; walk kicks off at 10:30 a.m.; lunch at 11a.m.) at Siena College, 515Loudon Road., Albany. The event will feature a one-mile track around the Siena campus. Lunch will be provided by Wagon Train BBQ, with live musical entertainment by the Refrigerators. For more information, or to register to walk as a sponsored team or individual, please visit www. walk4hospice.org.

WILD TAILS OF ALBANY: Wild Tails of Albany Animals is a first of its kind guided walking tour that leads your family on a safari through downtown Albany. You will uncover many creatures in the form of carvings and statues hidden in plain sight as your guide regales you with historic tails of Albany’s furry and feathered friends, big and small, including Owney the Railway Mail Dog and our beloved Nipper. Tours take place on the second Saturday of the month from May through October, starting at 11a.m. at the Albany Visitors Center, 25Quackenbush Square. Adults $3, children free.

Sunday, June 10

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Knit One Purl One, 2p.m. – 3p.m. If you’re an experienced knitter, bring your current project. If you’re a beginner, bring size 8knitting needles no longer than 10inches; the library will provide yarn and get you started, For adults, teens and kids age 9and up. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. CAPITAL DISTRICT HUMANIST SOCIETY: Olga Z. Porterfield, who is a member of CDHS, was born and raised in Moscow, Russia. In 1979at the age of 20, Olga left her home hoping to build a better life. She came to the US as a refugee alone because her parents were refused exit visas. Porterfield, will give a brief overview of the struggle for emigration of Soviet Jews as well as her personal emigration story at 1:15p.m., following refreshments at 12:30p.m., at Room 224, Campus Center, Sage Colleges Albany Campus, New Scotland Avenue and Albany Road, Albany. Admission is free.

CMOST: The Children’s Museum of Science + Technology celebrates children every day. On Sunday, June 10, in honor of National Children’s Day, each child that visits the museum from 10a.m. – 5p.m. will get a free pass for their next visit. 250Jordan Road, Troy. Visit www.cmost.org for more information.

COHOES ARTIST SHOWCASE: The 8th Annual Cohoes Artist Showcase (CAS VIII) takes place at the historic Cohoes Music Hall at 58Remsen Street on June 9-10. Over two dozen artists in multiple media from the tri-county area will present their work in a gallery setting, including the local vet group, Art4Vets. This group uses art as a healing tool. The Showcase runs from noon – 5p.m. on June 10. It is free and open to the public. Additional information is available at www.ChooseCohoesForArt. org and on their Facebook page.

FAMILY FARM FUN DAY: A benefit for the Albany Symphony Orchestra from noon – 4p.m. on Sunday, June 10, at June Farms, 275Parker Road, West Sand Lake. Visit heritage breed livestock from Shire Horses and Scottish Highland Cattle to pigs, chickens, ducks and Frank the farm dog. Admission ($20adult, $10 child) includes one individual wood-fired pizza. Cash bar available at the Pony Barn. Parking is limited; you’re encouraged to carpool or use Uber and Lyft.

FREE OUTDOOR YOGA CLASSES: Kripalu Yoga practice will be guided by Kathleen Fisk, Kripalu Yoga Instructor and owner of In Harmony Yoga Studio, 137 Remsen Street, Cohoes. Free outside yoga classes will be held Sundays in June, July and August, weather permitting, at 10a.m. at Van Schaick Island Pond, 155 Continental Avenue, Cohoes. GRANT COTTAGE: The story of Malta, NY native Elmer Ellsworth, the first Union casualty of the Civil War, will be told by Paul Perreault, Town of Malta Historian and former member of the Friends of Grant Cottage Board of Trustees. 1p.m., Grant Cottage Historic Site, 1000 Mt. McGregor Road, Wilton. The suggested donation for programs is $5per person. MONTHLY BREAKFAST: The last monthly breakfast before September at the Valley Falls VFW Post 1938, located on Poplar Avenue, will be served Sunday, June 10, from 8a.m. - 11a.m. Adults over age 13$8, children 5-12$4.

RUN FOR HELP: The 11th Annual Run for Help at Goff Middle School, Gilligan Road, East Greenbush, is being held on June 10 in Memory of Liza Ellen Warner, Nikki Hart, Amber Fernald, Jamie Martin and domestic violence victims and survivors everywhere. The Run for Help is hosted by The Family and Friends of Liza Ellen Warner Association, Inc., founded by Liza’s loving mother, Martha Lasher-Warner. All proceeds from the race will benefit the Unity House Domestic Violence Program. Register online by June 7at https:// www.zippyreg.com/online_ reg/index.php?e=1077. STRAWBERRY SOCIAL: The Ladies Auxiliary of the Colonie Elks Lodge #2192 cordially invite you to a Strawberry Social on Sunday, June 10, from 2p.m. to 5p.m. Enjoy Strawberries with Shortcakes, in Sundaes and Kabobs, and dipped in Chocolate. The cost is $5 each. This event is open to all at the Lodge at 11Elks Lane, Latham. For more information, call 518-7853557.

THACHER NATURE CENTER: Explore the Bluebird Trail, 1p.m. Want to see an Eastern Bluebird? Sneak a peek at some Tree Swallow hatchlings? Our Bluebird Trail winds through fields and woods with homes for over 25nesting pairs of birds. Join us as we check on who’s in our nest boxes and monitor and record data on several bird species. Bring binoculars and be prepared to walk on uneven terrain. Program is free and open to all ages. Space is limited, please call 518872-0800to register. TROY FLEA: The popular Troy Flea kicks off its fourth summer in Riverfront Park Sunday, June 10from 10 a.m. to 3p.m. About 40vendors sell their wares at the flea. There are new, exciting vendors, as well as returning favorites this year providing a great mix of handmade and vintage items keeping the eclectic feel the market is known and loved for. Immediately following the Downtown BID-sponsored Yoga in the Park (in Riverfront Park along the Hudson River), visitors can hunt for vintage and upcycled treasures at Troy Flea every second and fourth Sunday through September from 10 a.m. to 3p.m. WATERFORD HARBOR FARMERS MARKET: The Waterford Harbor Farmers Market is a weekly outdoor farmers market on the Erie Canal. Enjoy beautiful views and live music as you shop for local produce, baked goods, syrup, sauces, meat, art, soap, and more. Every Sunday through October 14 from 9a.m. - 1p.m. at the Waterford Harbor Visitor Center, 1Tugboat Alley, Waterford. Visit https://www. waterfordharbormarket. com/ for more information. WOMEN RISING FORUM: Stories and strategies for politics, health care, and education, sponsored by the Speakout Committee of Indivisible Chatham NY takes place on Sunday, June 10, at 3p.m., at the Chatham Firehouse, 2Hoffman Street. Moderated by NYS Assemblyperson Didi Barrett, a panel conversation with Q& A is followed by a reception. The event is free and open to the public.

Monday, June 11

ALBANY COUNTY AIRPORT AUTHORITY: The Albany County Airport Authority will hold its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, June 11, at 11:30a.m. The meeting will be held in the 3rd Floor Conference Room located in the Main Terminal at the Albany International Airport, Albany. BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Daybooks discusses “The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry” by Gabrielle Zevin, 1:30p.m. Copies are available at the information desk. Large-print audio and downloadable copies may be available.The library board meets at 6p.m. All are welcome. 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar.

BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Senior Bridge Club, 1p.m., Adult Yoga, 6 p.m. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 279-4023or visit www.brunswicklibrary.org for more information. HONOR A DECEASED VETERAN: The Rensselaer County Honor a Deceased Veteran Program honors Paul Joseph Hendrick, Sr. on June 11at 8:30a.m. in the Legislative Chambers, Third Floor of the County Office Building, 1600Seventh Avenue, Troy. For his service in Vietnam as an Artillery Automatic Weapons Repairman and Expert Rifleman, Paul was awarded the National Defense Medal, the Vietnam Service Medal with 5bronze service stars, the Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with ‘60device, an Army Commendation Medal with Valor Device, an Army Commendation Medal and a Good Conduct Medal. For more information call The Rensselaer County Veterans Service Agency at 518-270-2760.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: Aerobics, 9:30a.m. Bowling at Uncle Sam Lanes, 12:30 p.m. Work out with Gym Guru “Ellio,” 1p.m. - 2:45 p.m. Troy Senior Center, 19 Third Street, Downtown Troy.

Tuesday, June 12

AMERICAN ITALIAN HERITAGE MUSEUM: This year the American Italian Heritage Association celebrates its 39th year by offering free admission to the Museum and a little birthday cake and coffee to boot from 11a.m. - 2p.m. at 1227Central Avenue, Albany. Call 518-435-1979for more information, email info@ americanitalianmuseum.org or visit www.americanitalianmuseum.org. BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: AfterDinner Too discusses “I Found You” by Lisa Jewell, 7p.m. Copies are available at the information desk. Large-print audio and downloadable copies may be available. 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar. BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Tots Class, 10:30a.m. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 279-4023 or visit www.brunswicklibrary.org for more information.

COMMUNITY COFFEE HOUR: Stephentown Memorial Library would like to invite all Stephentown (and surrounding areas) senior citizens to the Senior Coffee Hour every Tuesday at 1p.m. This is a time to gather with friends, enjoy some coffee and baked goods and participate in activities presented by Library staff member Maria Spear. Stephentown Memorial Library is located at 472 NY-43in Stephentown. DYKEN POND TUESDAY TREKS: Travel in a different direction each week to explore the many different habitats of Dyken Pond. Treks are 2-3miles each week, led by Leonard Tremblay. Free admission. 1p.m. – 3p.m., Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center, 475Dyken Pond Road, Cropseyville. Preregister for all events by email at dykenpond@gmail.com, or call (518) 658-2055. ENJOY TROY DECK PARTY: All are invited to join the Rensselaer County Historical Society’s Enjoy Troy Deck Party on Tuesday, June

12, from 5p.m. - 7.30p.m. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit: https://www.rchsonline.org/ calendar/enjoy-troy-deckparty-june12.

GOOGLE NETWORKING EVENT: Google Livestream Session with added Up The Biz speaker Nancy Delain. 11:30a.m., Trademark/IP law discussion; noon, lunch and open networking; 12:30p.m., Google LiveStream; 1:30 p.m., Google Plus; Getting Started. June 12, Manfred RELC, Latham. Tickets are free; please bring a $5donation for Special Olympics. Get tickets at https://www. eventbrite.com/e/googlepartners-connect-livestream-june-12-2018-tickets-44947945515.

HALF MOON BUTTON CLUB: The Half Moon Button Club will meet on Tuesday June 12, at 9a.m. at the Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. The social time starts at 9a.m. followed by a brief business meeting and the program. The speaker will be Kathy Arbogast talking about “Shapes.” Refreshments will be provided. For more information call Lisa at 518-469-7420or Kirsti at 518-869-8125.

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, June 12, at 7p.m. at their rooms, located at 513Fifth Avenue, Lansingburgh.

MILHAM PLANETARIUM: Williams College invites you to experience the wonders of our universe at the Milham Planetarium, located inside the Old Hopkins Observatory. Astronomy students at the college will host free shows for the public on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 8p.m. beginning on June 5 and running through August 9. Audiences will be treated to shows from the highprecision Zeiss Skymaster ZKP3/B opto-mechanical planetarium projector. Each show lasts approximately 50 minutes. 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. NORTH GREENBUSH PUBLIC LIBRARY: Tuesday at 11a.m. is a very special Story Time for the little ones. “Celebrate Dad” on Tuesday, June 12at 141Main Avenue, Wynantskill. For more information visit northgreenbushlibrary.org.

POESTENKILL SENIORS: Weekly meetings every Tuesday at 1 p.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.