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Saturday, July 21

BATTLEFIELDS CARAVAN: The Crown Point Road Association Summer 1777Battlefields Caravan Tour covers historic sites in Vermont and New York, including Bennington Battlefield, from 9a.m. to 7p.m., starting at the Hubbarton battlefied. Entry fees where applicable.

CHICKEN BBQ: The Lansingburgh Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie #3773and Ladies’ Auxiliary #3773sponsor a Chicken Barbecue Summer Bash on Saturday, July 21, from 1p.m. - 6p.m., rain or shine, at their ground and rooms at 513Fifth Avenue. The day includes a horseshoe tournament, 50⁄50, raffles and a Chinese auction, plus live music by The Breakers. Tickets $13pre-ordered, $15at the door to benefit the Building Fund.

CHRISTMAS IN JULY: Valley Falls VFW Post 1938Auxiliary is having their annual Christmas in the Valley in July on July 21from 9a.m. - 3p.m. outside the post on Polar Street. Crafts, vendors, bake sale, lunch and raffles. If you’re interested in being a vendor, please call Linda at 518-541-2588or Donna at 518-753-7518for application forms and more 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.

COMMODIA DELL’ARTSY: Ed Smyth dishes up the absurdist, the incongruent, the brain-twisty, and the plain silly in this one hour-plus show, with one-of-a-kind offerings such as Wally the Happy Talking Neutrino, a sea shanty of fresh dairy products, kazoo heavy metal favorites, and more. With guests Jerry Dymond and Carlisle Carey. Adult friendly topics, family friendly language. $5purchase requested. 8p.m., Hudson River Coffee House, 227Quail Street, Albany. For more information visit www.facebook.com/hudsonrivercoffeehouse/.

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 (especially kids) for the entire family, as well as luggage, toys, puzzles and shoes. Stop by for refreshments, meet the friendly staff and check out the July sales. Call 518-235-3851for more information.

DYKEN POND: Junior Naturalist Program: Nature Art, 1 p.m. - 2:30p.m. Create unique art pieces using natural materials found in nature. Take away ideas to continue being creative at home. Pre-registration required. Fee: $2per child. Preregister by email at dykenpond@gmail.com, or call 518-658-2055.

FRIENDS OF WATERFORD LIBRARY: The Friends of the Waterford Public Library will meet to discuss and plan 2018-2019events and fundraising activities on Saturday, July 21, at 10:30a.m. in the Community Room at Van Schoonhoven Square, Waterford. Members of the community interested in participating and joining the Friends are invited to attend.

GRAFTON LAKES STATE PARK: Join naturalists at Grafton Lakes State Park for the Feathered Friends program on Saturday, July 21, at 1 p.m. Learn about the unique, beautiful, and mysterious birds “hoo” call the park home. Participants will learn how to ID both common and iconic birds, what sounds they make, and where to find them while out in the park. The Feathered Friends program is recommended for ages five and up. Call the welcome center at 518-279-1155to RSVP.

RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Take a “Tromp in the Swamp” at 1p.m. with musician Tom Sieling, and get ready to dance and sing! Ages 4-10. Please 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.

RETYPING IRONWEED: “Tim Youd: Retyping Ironweed by William Kennedy,” a special performance by Los Angelesbased artist Tim Youd, concludes at the Albany Institute of History and Art. Employing the same make and model typewriter used by the author Youd will retype “Ironweed” by Pulitzer Prize winning author, journalist, and screen writer William Kennedy from noon - 4:45p.m. This event is free and open to the public. The Albany Institute of History & Art is located at 125Washington Avenue. Free parking is available in the museum’s lot at the corner of Elk and Dove Streets.

SPIRIT OF THE RIVER: Directed by Pamela Badila, “Spirit of the River” uses the stories, colorful dancing and rhythmic drumming of West African folklore to tell a dramatic tale of courage, mystery, betrayal and love. 3p.m., Hudson Hall at the Historic Hudson Opera House, 327Warren Street, Hudson. Free and open to the public (reservations encouraged). For more information and to make reservations, visit hudsonhall.org or call 518-822-1438.

STOCKADE GARDEN TOUR: Visitors will tour Schenectady’s charming Stockade Historic District and be welcomed into eight hidden gardens. Gardens will display unique fiber art of regional artists. In addition, plein-air artists will be working throughout the neighborhood. Saturday July 21, 11a.m. - 4p.m., 209Union Street, Schenectady. Tickets: $20in advance, $25day-of. For more information, visit www.historicstockade.com.

SUSTAINABILILTY STROLL: Join an environmental educator on Saturday, July 21, at 11 a.m. at Peebles Island State Park for a conservation-themed walk to learn about Leave No Trace. This program will meet at the Visitor Center and enjoy an hour-long walk around the park. This program is open to all ages, but has been designed for families with children ages 5and up. The hike is a less than two mile round-trip and will be cancelled in the event of rain. Peebles Island State Park is located at 1Delaware Ave North, Cohoes. Registration is required for this program; please call Kim Hill at 518584-2000, ext. 111, or email Kim.Hill@parks.ny.gov.

THACHER NATURE CENTER: Gather round a crackling fire to hear stories from our favorite storyteller Claire Nolan at 6:30p.m. Claire shares a fun, entertaining mixture of fairytales, legends and personal stories that have wide appeal for all ages. Bring a camp chair or blanket if you wish. S’mores fixin’s will be available. Materials fee of $1per person. Please call 518-872-0800to register.

TWO ONE-ACT PLAYS: “Harriet Tubman Visits a Therapist” and “Medal of Honor Rag,” two one-act plays

presented by Black Theater Troupe of Upstate NY. 8 p.m., Schenectady Civic Players, 12S. Church Street, Schenectady. Open Seating. Pay what you will.

WILD WOMEN OF OAKWOOD: On Saturday, July 21, at 9a.m. the Friends of Oakwood will offer a new tour, led by Rensselaer County Historian Kathy Sheehan, of the gravesites of women who were movers and shakers in Rensselaer County history: suffragists, philanthropists, even a clairvoyant physician. Call 518-328-0090to register. Pay on arrival: $15.pp. Children under 12, free. Meet at the chapel flagpole.

YADDO GARDEN TOURS: Garden tours share the history of the Trask family, the mansion and history of the Yaddo gardens in Saratoga Springs. Docent-led tours begin at 11a.m. on Saturdays and Sundays from June 23through September 2.. Meet at the entrance to the gardens. Admission $10per person. For more information contact Yaddo at 518-5840746or www.yaddo.org.

Sunday, July 22

BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH PICNIC: The annual Church Picnic takes place at Colonie Town Park, starting at 10a.m. Call Bethel Baptist Church at 518-274-4303for more information.

DANCING: A Bolero dance lesson with H. Allen at 6:30 p.m. is followed by open dancing to music from DJ JC Kelleher starting at 7:15p.m. with a featured Soul Dance showcase with the Colbys at 8:30p.m. $12per person, Polish Community Center, Albany. Sponsored by Singles Outreach.

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: It has become a tradition at Grant Cottage to mark the somber occasion of the anniversary of Ulysses S. Grant’s death on July 22by recreating the Grant family circle and allowing those who loved him most to speak about Grant the husband, father and grandfather. The suggested donation for this program is $5per person. 1p.m., 1000 Mount McGregor Road, Wilton.

SPIRIT OF THE RIVER: Directed by Pamela Badila, “Spirit of the River” uses the stories, colorful dancing and rhythmic drumming of West African folklore to tell a dramatic tale of courage, mystery, betrayal and love. 5p.m., Hudson Hall at the Historic Hudson Opera House, 327Warren Street, Hudson. Free and open to the public (reservations encouraged). For more information and to make reservations, visit hudsonhall.org or call 518-822-1438.

TROY FLEA: About 40vendors sell their wares at the flea in Riverfront Park Sunday, July 8, from 10a.m. to 3 p.m.. 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 10a.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.

YADDO GARDEN TOURS: Garden tours share the history of the Trask family, the mansion and history of the Yaddo gardens in Saratoga Springs. Docent-led tours begin at 11a.m. on Saturdays and Sundays from June 23through September 2.. Meet at the entrance to the gardens. Admission $10per person. For more information contact Yaddo at 518-5840746or www.yaddo.org.

Monday, July 23

ALBANY COUNTY AIRPORT AUTHORITY: The Albany County Airport Authority will hold its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, July 23, at 11:30 a.m. in the 3rd Floor Conference Room located in the Main Terminal at the Albany International Airport, Albany.

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Sculptures That Rock, 2p.m. - 3p.m.. The Tang Teaching Museum will be on hand to share some great art and help you create your own sculptural collage or musical instrument using a variety of materials. For grades 1-5. Sign up online at bethlehempubliclibrary.org or call 518-439-9314. 451 Delaware 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.

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 they’ll provide the fun and all needed materials to make your pictures look fabulous (think birthday, or anniversary presents). 12:30p.m., 2 Roxborough Road, Grafton. Come early and enjoy lunch at noon for a suggested donation of $3for seniors 60years of age an older. All Rensselaer County seniors welcome, reservations required for lunch appreciated for scrapbooking by calling 518-279-3413.

HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Cribbage, 9a.m.; Yoga, 10:30a.m. 69Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-686-7561for more information.

IDENTITY THEFT 101: the Troy Public Library for “Identity Theft 101,” an educational workshop. Learn about identity theft, how it occurs, how to prevent it, and what to do if you become a victim. This workshop will be held at the Main Library, 100Second Street, on Monday, July 23, at 2p.m. and again at the Lansingburgh Branch, 27 114th Street, on Thursday, July 26, at 2p.m. This program is free and open to the public. Advanced registration is recommended. For more information and to register, call the Main Library at 518274-7071or visit www.thetroylibrary.org. This YourPlace Banking® Financial Education Workshop is brought to you by Citizens Bank.

LITERACY VOLUNTEERS: Help Literacy Volunteers of Rensselaer County celebrate 50years of building a literate community on Monday, July 23from noon - 1p.m. at the LVORC office, 71First Street, Troy. LVORC is looking for 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. To register, call 518-2444650.

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, July 24

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Book Buddies for grades K-5, 10a.m. Sign up to partner with a teen book buddy to practice your reading skills. Sign up online at bethlehempubliclibrary.org or call 518-439-9314. Craft Kits for Kids, 3p.m. Make craft kits to be donated to Albany Medical Center for children at the hospital. 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.

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 472NY-43in Stephentown.

EAST SIDE SENIORS: The East Side Seniors’ next meeting will be on July 24 at 1p.m. at The American Legion Post, Main Avenue, Wynantskill. Meetings are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month. The Seniors are planning some new activities and look forward to you joining them. Team 6will be hosts for lunch. Bingo will follow with games of choice.

EVENING OF SACRED SERVICE: Bring a dish to share for a potluck supper and discover the joy of being in spiritual community and engaging in sacred service. Join in an evening of fun, gratitude, creativity and givingness. Bring a rock to paint. 6:30p.m., Albany-Saratoga Spiritual Adventures at Woodlawn Commons, 156Lawrence Street, Saratoga Springs. For more information, visit www.newthoughtnewyork.org or call 518-366-9918.

GRANT COTTAGE: U.S. Grant Cottage State Historic Site is open on Tuesdays during the Sartoga racing seasion. On July 24, Steve Trimm will discuss Noble Dawson, the stenographer who became Grant’s indispensable aide and friend, and Camp Ford, Texas, the prison camp where he was imprisoned. The suggested donation for this program is $5per person. 1p.m., 1000 Mount McGregor Road, Wilton.

HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Card party, 10a.m. Info table for Blue Shield of Northeastern New York, 10a.m. - noon. Van trans- portation available for local errands. 69Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-6867561for noon dinner reservations and more information.

LANSINGBURGH EAGLES: The Lansingburgh Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie #3773 will meet on Tuesday, July 24, at 7p.m. at their rooms, located at 513Fifth Avenue, Lansingburgh. The next meeting on the summer schedule will be on August 22.

LET’S DRUM: Jonathan Duda returns to the Troy Public Library’s Lansingburgh branch with a drumming workshop for children ages 3and up. 6p.m., 27 114th Street, Troy. For more information, call 518-2747071or visit www.thetroylibrary.org.

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.

NATIONAL MUSEUM OF DANCE: The National Museum of Dance is pleased to announce weekly public docent tours beginning Tuesday, June 26. Docentled tours of the Museum’s temporary and permanent exhibitions will be held each Tuesday from 11:15a.m. to 12:30p.m. The tours are free of charge, no advance registration is necessary. Tours meet at 11:15a.m. in the Museum foyer at 99South Broadway, Saratoga Springs.

NORTH GREENBUSH

PUBLIC LIBRARY: Bring the little ones to Story Time on Tuesdays at 11a.m. For July 24, the theme of sounds and music continues as Mrs. Green and the children explore the sounds of nature in “Listen to the Rain.” 141Main Avenue, Wynantskill. Visit northgreenbushlibrary.org for more information.

PALACE SUMMER MOVIE SERIES: The Palace Theater’s “Summer in the City” movie series, co-presented by SEFCU and Albany Medical Center, offers free familyfriendly movies on Tuesdays from July 10through August 28. The July 24feature is “The Lego Batman Movie.” Doors open at noon with educational activities provided by Albany Med; the movie begins at 1p.m. Free popcorn and beverages are provided to children 12and under. The Palace is loacted at 19Clinton Avenue, Albany.

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.

TROY PUBLIC LIBRARY: Art Night for ages 8-16. 6 p.m., Main Branch, 100Second Street, Troy. For more information, call 518-2747071or visit www.thetroylibrary.org.