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Saturday, Sept. 15
ANTIQUE APPRAISERS ROADSHOW: A benefit for Schenectady Civic Players on September 15- 16. Saturday 10a.m. to 4p.m., Sunday noon to 4p.m. at Schenectady Civic Playhouse, 12S. Church Street, Schenectady. Open to the public. No appointment or admission fee. $5for each item evaluated. Visit www. civicplayers.org or call 518382-2081for more information.
AVERILL PARK F.D. POKER TOURNAMENT: A Texas Hold’em No Limit Poker Tournament will be held on Saturday, September 15, at the Averill Park Fire House, 35 Eastern Union Turnpike. Doors open at noon; the tournament starts at 1p.m. Lunch will be served at 2p.m. $125 buy-in ($25donation, $100 prize pool). The next monthly tournament will be held on October 20.
BERKSHIRE BIO-BLITZ: Celebrating local biodiversity, the 9th annual Berkshire BioBlitz brings community members of all ages together with biologists, naturalists, environmentalists, and teachers to explore nature and identify as many plants, animals, fungi, and other organisms as possible during a 24-hour period. Participants will join teams led by specialists to experience first-hand the importance of a healthy, active ecosystem in their own community. The event, which is free and open to the public, will take place on Saturday, September 15, and Sunday, September 16, in Hopkins Memorial Forest. Participants may take part in the BioBlitz any time during the 24-hour period. For more information, including a schedule of events, visit www. berkshirebioblitz.org. BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Donate your like-new books, especially children’s books, to a nonprofit organization that shares them with those in need in our area, 10 a.m.-1p.m. Collection takes place in front of the library’s garage. 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar.
CHICKEN B-B- Q: Petersburg Methodist Church, 12Head of Lane, will hold a Chicken B-BQ on Saturday, September 15. Eat in or take out from 4p.m. - 7p.m. until sold out. $10per dinner. For more information call 518-852-6576or 518658-3757.
CLASSICAL CONCERT: “Echoes and Reflections,” a concert by the group “trimonious,” with Amanda Boyd, soprano, Joseph Rutkowski, clarinet, and Michael Clement, piano, features works by Schubert, Schumann, Panseron, Ravel, Head, Argento and Bernstein. 5p.m., Emmanuel Baptist Church, 275State Street, Albany. Admission Free/ Donations welcome. Call 518-465-5161for more information.
CORNER SHOPPE: The Corner Shoppe, 570Third Avenue, North Troy is displaying new Fall clothing, purses, and shoes. Throughout September, many new household items will be available, as well as toys, games, puzzles, books, jewelry, lamps and linens. Check it out any Thursday or Saturday, 9a,m, – 1p,m. Call 518-235-3851 or visit www.facebook.com/ CornerstoneChurchintheburgh for more information. CRAILO HARVEST FAIRE: An old-fashioned agricultural festival devoted to all aspects of harvest time in the Colonialera Hudson Valley. Harvest Faire offers 17th and 18th century music, Colonial Dutch reenactors, Native American and Colonial demonstrations, vendors, games and other activities. 11a.m., Crailo State HIstoric Site, 91⁄2 Riverside Avenue, Rensselaer. Harvest Faire is a free outdoor event; a nominal fee is charged fo rentry to the museum exhibit inside Carilo State Historic Site. For information about accessibility and more details, please call 518-463-8738. Rain date September 16. ECHOES & REFLECTIONS: Trimonious presents a program of works by Schubert, Schumann, Panseron, Ravel, Head, Argento and Bernstein featuring Amanda Boyd, voice, Joseph Rutkowski, clarinet and Michael Clement, Piano. 5p.m., Emmanual Baptist Church, 275State Street, Albany. Call 518-465-5161for more information.
THE ENCHANTED CITY: The Enchanted City, a steampunk tale of Troy, is the fairytale of the future and past revealed in the city’s historic streets. The event draws upon the unique aspects of Troy and honors its Victorian/industrial heritage while highlighting today’s emerging creative economy and technological sector. It includes food, historical tours, panel discussions, costume competitions and the Troy Mini Maker Faire. 11a.m. - 6 p.m. at the junction of River and First Streets. See more details at www.enchantedtroy.com.
FRIENDS OF WATERFORD LIBRARY: The Friends of the Waterford Public Library will meet to vote for officers, discuss and plan 20182019events and fundraising activities on Saturday, September 15, 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. The Friends of the Waterford Public Library work with the Library Director and Library trustees to support and advance the services and goals of the Library. GRAFTON LAKES STATE PARK: Family Yoga at 9:30 a.m., rain or shine. Program will be held at beach if weather is good, or inside the welcome center if raining. Gate fee of $6/car refunded if leaving after program. Program fee is $5/person. Love the Lakes Shoreline Cleanup, 10a.m. You’ve enjoyed the lakes all summer, now help clean up their shores at summer’s end. Meets at Welcome Center. Call 518-279-1155to sign up. Star Watch, 7:30p.m. Join Albany Area Amateur Astronomers for a free tour of the stars above. Telescopes provided. Cloudy skies may cancel; call to confirm on the day of the event. Enter park via main entrance gate and follow signs to Deerfield Pavilion, 1st left off the main entrance road. Please drive slowly as this program is held after dark.
KINDERHOOK LIBRARY BOOK SALE: The Friends of the Kinderhook Memorial Library September Book Sale takes place on Saturday, September 15, and Sunday, September 16at the McNary Center of St. Paul’s Church just steps from the Library in Kinderhook. Thousands of new and gently used books have been donated and sorted for easy browsing into mystery, general fiction and non-fiction as well as crafts, art, health, science and coffee table books. Special, local interest and collectible books will be offered at affordable prices in the foyer. A collection of new and like-new cookbooks sure to whet everyone’s appetite. The book sale opens on Saturday at 9a.m. and continues until 3p.m. Budget conscious readers can return on Sunday from 1p.m. to 3p.m. to purchase by donation. The McNary Center is located on Sylvester Street in the Village of Kinderhook.
LISTENING CREATES AN OPENING: Mary Armentrout Dance Theater continues the roving work “Listening Creates an Opening,” starting at 5:30p.m. Local artist Jack Magai serves as the guide, leading the audience from a small living room in
the turn-of-the-century Off Campus Commons building at Rensselaer, to the highly technical theatrical setting at EMPAC, and down into urban sites in Troy. Singers Allison Easter, Darcy Dunn and cellist Patrick Belaga help round out the subtle, quirky, and aesthetically adventurous performance. Please wear comfortable footwear, dress for the outdoors, and let the box office know if you need assistance or wheelchair accommodation. Get tickets at empac. rpi.edu/events/2018/fall/. MENANDS PUBLIC LIBRARY: Story time is 1 p.m. on Saturdays. Be there when the library closes to enjoy a story, read, sing and play for about 30minutes. For ages 2-4, but all are welcome. The Menands Public Library is located at 4 N. Lyons Avenue, Menands. For more information, call 518-463-4035. OAKWOOD CEMETERY TOUR: Join Ned Pratt and Michael Barrett for “Tiffany Windows, Waterfalls and a 100Mile View” as they introduce you to the beauty and history of Oakwood Cemetery. See the Earl Chapel’s Tiffany windows, Uncle Sam’s grave, a 100-mile view and ponds, waterfalls, striking gravesite markers and more. Meet at the Earl Chapel at 1p.m. $15. Register by phone at 518272-7520.
ROLLER DERBY: The Albany All Stars take on the New Hampshire Roller Derby at the Albany Cap Center. Doors open at 6p.m.; bout starts at 7p.m. Tickets: $12 pre-sales; Kids 10& under $5. Adult tickets will be $15 the day of the event. Senior, student and military discounts available. A portion of the proceeds will go to the All Stars’ charity of the month, C.R.E.A.T.E. Community Studios.
STEPS 2CURE NF: Neurofibromatosis (NF) is a genetic disorder of the nervous system that causes tumors to form on the nerves anywhere in or on the body at any time, and affects more people than Muscular Dystrophy and Cystic Fibrosis combined. The Fifth Annual Steps2Cure NF, a 5K walk/run at The Crossing of Colonie takes place on Saturday, September 15, hosted by DJ-Debonair from Uforia Entertainment. Registration opens at 10:30 a.m. at the South Pavilion; the walk/run starts at noon. Registration cost for adults is $20, for children under 18$12, and children 5and under are free. WATERFORD VILLAGEWIDE SELLOUT: Yard sales, garage sales, sidewalk sales and more will take place throughout the village and town of Waterford on September 15-16. Visit www. waterfordsellout.com for a list of sales.
Sunday, Sept. 16
ALBANY INSTITUTE: The Albany Institute of History & Art’s Chief Curator Doug McCombs will give a special lecture on Sunday, September 16at 2p.m. focusing on the museum’s remarkable collection of Thomas Cole paper materials and the current exhibition, “Thomas Cole’s Paper Trail,” open through November 25. The lecture is included with museum admission. Space is limited for this lecture and seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Attendees will receive wristbands at the admission desk on the day of the lecture. The Albany Institute of History & Art is located at 125Washington Avenue in Albany. For more information, visit www.albanyinstitute.org or call 518-4634478.
ANTIQUE APPRAISERS ROADSHOW: A benefit for Schenectady Civic Players on September 15- 16. Saturday 10a.m. to 4p.m., Sunday noon to 4p.m. at Schenectady Civic Playhouse, 12S. Church Street, Schenectady. Open to the public. No appointment or admission fee. $5for each item evaluated. Visit www. civicplayers.org or call 518382-2081for more information. APPLE & HONEY FESTIVAL: Greet the Jewish New Year with Apples and Honey, games, snacks, bouncy bounce, round challah making, pumpkin decorating, playground, mini farmers market, face painting and much more. 2p.m. - 4p.m., Robert and Dorothy Ludwig Schenectady JCC, 2565 Balltown Road, Niskayuna. Free (some activities will require a small fee). Visit www. schenectadyjcc.org for more information.
BALLROOM DANCING: Join the New York State Capital District Chapter of USA Dance for an evening of ballroom dancing, starting with a West Coast Swing lesson with Hershell Allen from 6:15p.m. - 7p.m. Dancing continues from 7 p.m. - 10p.m., with DJ Dan DeBenedetto and a demo by Hershell Allen and Wendy Hill at 8:30p.m. Light refreshments and a cash bar will be available. Doors open at 6 p.m. at the Polish Community Center, 225Washington Avenue Extension, Albany. Non-members $13, members $10, students $5, 18and under free. For more information contact Jim DeForge at 518-233-0957or email JDeforge51814@aol.com. BERKSHIRE BIO-BLITZ: Celebrating local biodiversity, the 9th annual Berkshire BioBlitz brings community members of all ages together with biologists, naturalists, environmentalists, and teachers to explore nature and identify as many plants, animals, fungi, and other organisms as possible during a 24-hour period. Participants will join teams led by specialists to experience first-hand the importance of a healthy, active ecosystem in their own community. The event, which is free and open to the public, will take place on Saturday, September 15, and Sunday, September 16, in Hopkins Memorial Forest. Participants may take part in the BioBlitz any time during the 24-hour period. For more information, including a schedule of events, visit www.berkshirebioblitz.org. BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Stop by the Teen Area in the library to make some back-to-school fuse bead crafts, 2p.m -3 p.m. 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar.
BREAKFAST BUFFET: The Cohoes Knights of Columbus will serve their All-You-CanEat Breakfast Buffet on, Sunday September 16, at 255Remsom Street, Cohoes from 8:30a.m. to 11:30a.m. Adults $8; children under five are free.
FARM DAY OUT: Join Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rensselaer County and Wagner Farms on September 16for Rensselaer County’s first annual Farm Day Out. This free self-guided farm tour will take place at Wagner Farms (166Garfield Rd, Poestenkill) from noon - 3 p.m. Wagner Farms is a 3rd generation dairy farm in Poestenkill that has 430 head of cattle and produces corn silage and hay. Come learn about a variety of topics such as: Nutrition, Farm Equipment/ Tractor Safety, and Milking/Milk Quality while actually being on a dairy farm. For more information, call Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rensselaer County at 518-272-4210. KINDERHOOK LIBRARY BOOK SALE: The Friends of the Kinderhook Memorial Library September Book Sale concludes on Sunday, September 16at the McNary Center of St. Paul’s Church just steps from the Library in Kinderhook. Thousands of new and gently used books have been donated and sorted for easy browsing into mystery, general fiction and non-fiction as well as crafts, art, health, science and coffee table books. Special, local interest and collectible books will be offered at affordable prices in the foyer. A collection of new and like-new cookbooks sure to whet everyone’s appetite. Budget conscious readers can purchase by donation from 1p.m. to 3p.m. The McNary Center is located on Sylvester Street in the Village of Kinderhook. PLATEAU PANORAMA: Rensselaer Plateau Board members Shari and Dick Gibbs inivte you to share their treasured view of the Rensselaer Plateau. Bring your own picnic to the Hidley Farm, 287Hidley Road, Wynantskill, starting at 10a.m., and walk, hike or bike to the hilltop family cemetery to enjoy the panoramic vista. Hikers should be able to walk about a half-mile up the hill to the cemetery; very young or elderly can be brought to the site by vehicle if necessary. Call 518-283-0155or email sdgibbs@gmail.com to register by September 12. RAISING KIDS WHO CODE: Software is the interface through which so much of life happens: communicating, planning, banking, research, shopping, healthcare, insurance, the DMV. Raising your kids to be code-literate can set them up to be makers, not just users, of software. MomUp! is a fun, two hour interactive workshop for moms who want to help their kids navigate the world of programming and tech careers. No computer experience necessary. If you do not have a laptop, it may be possible to arrange for a loaner that will allow you to participate. Thanks to the generosity of AT&T, this program is now being offered for free. 9a.m. - 11 a.m., Tech Valley Center of Gravity, 303rd Street, Troy. Register at https://www. eventbrite.com/e/momupraising-kids-who-codetickets-48005001251. 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. WATERFORD VILLAGEWIDE SELLOUT: Yard sales, garage sales, sidewalk sales and more will take place throughout the village and town of Waterford on September 15-16. Visit www.waterfordsellout. com for a list of sales. WORD PLAYS: Mavericks are horses and Dallas basketball players -- and more. Come hear stories of other kinds of mavericks - people who did not go along with everyone else, who created their own path, for better or for worse -- told by Atharv Agashe, Betty Cassidy, Linda McKenney, Bonnie Mion, Varun Mondaiyka, Claire Nolan, Nancy Marie Payne and Sandy Schuman. 2p.m., The Hearst Education Center at Proctors, 432 State Street, Schenectady. Admission $12; groups of 8 or more pay $8per ticket. For more information email kate@katedudding.com, call 518-383-4620or visit StoryCircleatProctors.org.
Monday, Sept. 17
ALBANY COUNTY AIRPORT AUTHORITY: The Albany County Airport Authority will hold its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, September 17, at 11:30a.m. in the 3rd Floor Conference Room located in the Main Terminal at the Albany International Airport, Albany.
BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: DayBooks discusses “Their Eyes Were Watching God” by Zora Neale Hurston, 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. The meeting is open to the public. 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar. BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Senior Bridge Club, 6p.m. Adult Yoga, 6 p.m. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 518-279-4023or visit www.brunswicklibrary. org for more information. CHENEY LIBRARY: UNBlock Writer’s Group, 4 p.m. - 5p.m. Cheney Library, 73Classic Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-686-9401or visit www.cheneylibrary.org for more information. GERMAN-AUSTRIAN FILM FESTIVAL: The Williams College German and Austrian Film Festival take place Mondays from September 17– October 1 at 7p.m. at Images Cinema located at 50Spring St. in Williamstown MA. The September 17film is “Mademoiselle Paradis” (2017) a.k.a. “Licht,” directed by Barbara Albert. All films are in German with English subtitles. The screenings are free and open to the public.
GOLF TOURNAMENT: Golf Tournament and Clambake presented by the Water- ford Historical Museum and Cultural Center. 2p.m., Van Schiack Island Country Club. $75for golf and clambake, $35for clambake only. Limit 36golfers. RSVP to 518-238-0809or info@ waterfordmuseum.com. HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Cribbage, 9a.m. Yoga, 10:30a.m. Cards. 69Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-686-7561 for more information. LIBRARY BUDGET INFORMATION MEETING: A 2019 Library Budget Vote and Board of Trustees Election Public Information Meeting will be held on Monday, September 17, at 7p.m. at the Troy Public Library’s Main Branch, 100Second Street, Troy.
MASONS: The Mount Zion Masonic Lodge #311 F.& A.M. will meet on Monday, September 17, at 7:30 p.m. at the Troy Masonic Community Center, 39 Brunswick Road, to plan the fall and winter schedule. Refreshments will be served following the meeting. UNDERSTANDING ALZHEIMER’S: Join the Troy Public Library- Lansingburgh Branch on Monday, September 17, at 2p.m. for an educational workshop for caregivers or others affect- ed by Alzheimer’s Disease. Sponsored by Alzheimer’s Association, this program is free and open to the public but advanced registration is required. For more information and to register, call the library at 518-235-5310 or online at www.thetroylibrary.org. The Troy Public Library-Lansingburgh Branch is located at 27 114th Street, Troy.
Tuesday, Sept. 18
BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Kids Builder Association, 4p.m. - 4:45 p.m. Build your own fun with Legos, Snap Circuits, K’nex, blocks, puzzles, origami and more. For kids and families. Chess Club, 5:30 p.m. - 6:30p.m. or 6:30p.m. - 7:30p.m. Sign up for one session per night and try your hand at chess with our teen volunteers. For grades K-5. All experience levels welcome. 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar. BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Tots Class, 10:30a.m. Yarn Tales luncheon, noon. Call the library to register. 4118 State Highway 2, Troy. Call 518-279-4023or visit www.brunswicklibrary.org for more information.
CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA: Tuesday for Tots, “Food is Fuel,” 10:30 a.m. for ages 2-5. A special time for younger visitors to gain preschool readiness skils in a fun and social environment including sensory play, crafts and activities with friends. Free with museum admission. 69Caroline Street, Saratoga Springs. Call 518-584-5540or visit www.cmssny.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 1 p.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.
FREE IT WORKSHOP: Matt Kelly, IT Administrator and owner of Elucid Systems, will partner with Community Loan Fund of the Capital Region to provide 10tips for avoiding common IT mistakes in your business. Learn how technology can be used to keep your business operating smoothly. Tuesday, September 18, from 9 a.m. - 10:30a.m. in the Emily L. Grisom Community Room (2nd Floor Conference Room) at 255Orange Street, Albany. Parking lot is adjacent to building. Lot and building are wheelchair accessible. RSVP Requested: call 4368586x805or email: Paul@ mycommunityloanfund.org GRAFTON COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Tween Art Club, 4p.m. Kids Paint Party, 4 p.m. Family Game Night, 5 p.m.2455NY-2, Grafton. Visit www.graftoncommunitylibrary.org or call 518-2790580for more information. HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Card party day, 10:30a.m. Van transportation available for local errands. Bus trip to The Big E. 69Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-686-7561for noon dinner reservations and more information. LANSINGBURGH EVENING BOOK GROUP: Author Courtney Maum will be at the Lansingburgh branch of the Troy Public Library to discuss her latest novel “Touch” with the Lansingburgh Evening Book Group at 6:15p.m. on Tuesday, September 18. This discussion is free and open to the public. For more information call the library at 518-235-5310or online at www.thetroylibrary.org. Troy Public Library’s Lansingburgh Branch is located at 27114th Street, Troy. POESTENKILL SENIORS: Weekly meetings every Tuesday at 1p.m. at the SullivanJones post in Poestenkill. All seniors are welcome. Coffee and refreshments are served after the meeting, follow-
ing 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. Plastic Lace Craft, 3p.m. for ages 5-17. Learn how to make a staircase stitch or box stitch with plastic cord. 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 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, Sept. 19
BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Senior Bridge Club, 6p.m. Adult Yoga, 6 p.m. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 518-279-4023or visit www.brunswicklibrary. org for more information. CHILDREN’S MUSEUM AT SARATOGA: The Story Corner, 11a.m. for ages 3and up. Explore new stories on the front patio and develop earlyliteracy skills through multisensory activities, projects and crafts. Indoors during inclement weather. Free with museum admission. 69 Caroline Street, Saratoga Springs. Phone 518-5845540or visit www.cmssny. org for more information. COLLEGE CONNECTIONS WORKSHOP: Still trying to figure out what you want to be when you grow up? Community members are invited to join the Captial District Educational Opportunities Center’s College Connections team at the Troy Public Library main branch, 100 Second Street, on Wednesday, September 19, at 3p.m. for a workshop that can help you explore and learn about different careers and their educational requirements. This program is free and open to the public. Space is limited to twelve spots, so please register by September 14. For more information and to register, call the library at 518-274-7071or online at www.thetroylibrary.org. EVERETT WAGAR SENIOR CENTER: Rensselaer County’s Cooperative Extension will be on hand at the Everett Wagar Senior Center, 2Roxborough Road, Grafton, on Wednesday, September 19, at 11a.m. for the monthly Eat Smart – Live Strong cooking demonstration. There will be free recipes and samples for everyone who attends. Stay for a nutritious meal at noon (entrée; Crabmeat Salad Cold
Plate) for a suggested donation of $3, available Monday through Friday to all Rensselaer County seniors 60 years and older. Reservation required for lunch, please call 518-279-3413.
GRAFTON COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Tots Class, 10:30 a.m. 2455NY-2, Grafton. Visit www.graftoncommunitylibrary.org or call 518-2790580for more information. HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Bone Builders, 10:30a.m.; Exercise class 1 p.m. Motor vehicle available 10a.m. - 2p.m. Cards. 69 Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-686-7561for more information.
INTERNET BASICS: On Wednesday, September 19, at 5:30p.m., The Troy Public Library’s Lansingburgh Branch will offer a workshop entitled “Internet Basics,” presented by Sarah McFadden of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rensselaer County. This is an intro to using a browser, performing a search, and navigating to pages on the web. This program is free and open to the public. Please make reservations by calling the library at 518-235-5310or online at www.thetroylibrary.org. The Troy Public Library’s Lansingburgh Branch is located at 27114th Street, Troy. MENANDS PUBLIC LIBRARY: Every Wednesday from 5:30p.m. - 6:30p.m. is Tech Advice Night at the Menands Public Library. Can’t figure out how to set up your new phone? Want to know what’s up with your data plan? Don’t know how to get pictures onto your computer? The library’s resident digital native, Ted, can help. Appointments aren’t necessary, but they are recommended. The Menands Public Library is located at 4 N. Lyons Avenue, Menands. For more information, call 518-463-4035.
MINDFUL PRACTICES GROUP: All (including Beginners) are welcome; meditation instruction is available. The meeting format includes walking and sitting meditation, dharma presentation, and sharing dharma-related experiences. Wednesdays 6:30p.m. to 7:30p.m., RPI’s Newman Center Hospitality House--4Sherry Road, Troy, about 30yards south of the RPI Chapel Center (near the intersection of Burdett and Peoples Avenues). Call 518271-6949or 518-273-1851 for more information. MYSTERY BOOK CLUB: Dr. Ruth Galloway is a forensic archeologist who is comfortable with her job and her two cats. Then, DCI Nelson calls upon her to help identify the bones of a missing child. Then, her world turns around. Elly Griffiths brings Dr. Ruth to life in “The Crossing Places” and transports you to a world of ritual sacrifice and more. Join the Mystery Book Club at the Cohoes Public Library on September 19at 10:30a.m. to share your impressions of Ruth. More info ar www.CohoesPublicLibrary.org under Book Clubs.