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Monday, Oct. 8

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: The Puppet People present “The Three Little Pigs” in an Ann Seegal Memorial Storytelling event at 10a.m. and 2p.m. For kids and families. 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar. BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Senior Bridge Club, 1p.m. – 3p.m. Adult Yoga, 6 p.m. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 518-279-4023or visit www.brunswicklibrary.org for more information. COLUMBUS DAY CELEBRATION: Join the American Italian Heritage Museum in celebrating the man who made the New World known to the Old World, changing both forever. Political, ethnic, civic and cultural leaders will speak. Please help save Columbus Day by attending, and please bring dessert for the reception following the event. 11a.m. – 12:30p.m., 1227Central Avenue, Albany. Free and open to the public.

GRAFTON LAKES STATE PARK: Fall has arrived late to Grafton, but you can expect to find some color lighting up the trees on a Fall Foliage Hike, starting at the Welcome Center. 1p.m., 61North Long Pond Road, Grafton. Pre-register by calling 518-279-1155. SMOKEY BEAR DAY: Drop in and meet Smokey Bear and friends at the Albany Pine Bush Discovery Center. Learn from Smokey how the Albany Pine Bush Preserve Commission uses prescribed fire to keep this habitat healthy. There will be prescribed fire equipment on hand for visitors to see and try out, interactive exhibits and Smokey goody bags for visitors to take home. 10a.m. – 2p.m., Albany Pine Bush Discovery Center, 195 New Karner Road, Albany. Knowing how many people are coming helps, so please sign up. Children under 18must be accompanied by an adult. Make reservations by calling 518-456-0655or visit www. AlbanyPineBush.org/events/. USS SLATER: Typically USS Slater is closed on Mondays for continuing restoration, but an exception is made for significant holidays. The only Destroyer Escort afloat in America is open to the public for guided tours from 10a.m. – 4p.m. on Columbus Day, October 8, at the intersection of Broadway and Quay Street, Albany. Admission is $9for adults and $7for children. USS Slater will be open through November 25. Call 518-4311943or visit www.ussslater. org for more information.

Tuesday, Oct. 9

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Tai Chi for Health, 4p.m. This weekly class explores the Tai Chi for Energy form. No experience needed; all ages welcome. Wear loose, comfortable clothes. The library board meets at 6p.m.; the meeting is open to the public. AfterDinnerToo discusses “The Leavers” by Lisa Ko, 7p.m. Copies available at the information desk; largeprint, audio and downloadable copies may also be available. 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar. BRAIN FOOD FOR THE CURIOUS: New York State Museum historians and scientists share their knowledge and research in a series of lunchtime talks this fall and winter. “Brain Food for the Curious” is held select on Tuesdays in October through March, from 12:10p.m. – 12:40p.m., in the Huxley Theater. On October 9, join History Curator Stephen C. Loughman as he explores 70years of auto racing history at Watkins Glen. Each program includes a 20-minute talk with a State Museum historian or scientist followed by a question-and-answer period. Attendees are encouraged to bring their lunch. Further information about programs and events can be obtained by calling 518-474-5877or visiting www.nysm.nysed.gov. BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Tots Class, 10:30 a.m. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 279-4023or visit www.brunswicklibrary.org for more information.

CHENEY LIBRARY: Knitting Club, 9:30a.m. Children’s Story Hour, 10a.m. – 11a.m. Board of Trustees meeting, 5:30p.m. Between the Covers Book Club, 6:30p.m. 73Classic Street, Hoosick Falls. Visit www.cheneylibrary.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-43 in Stephentown.

EAST SIDE SENIORS: The next meeting of the East Side Seniors will be held on October 9, starting at 1p.m. at the American Legion Post in Wynantskill. Team 4, will be the hosts/hostesses for lunch. Enjoy bingo and any game of your choice after the meeting. HALF MOON BUTTON CLUB: The Half Moon Button Club meets on Tuesday, October 9, at 11a.m. at the Bethlehem Public Library, 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar. Social time is followed by a noon business meeting and a program on Cat Buttons. Bring a bag lunch; dessert will be provided. Everyone is welcome. For more information call Lisa at 518-469-7420or Kristi at 518-869-8125.

HONOR A DECEASED VETERAN: The Rensselaer County “Honor a Deceased Veteran” program honors the Miaski Brothers of East Greenbush at this month’s ceremony at 8:30a.m. in the Legislative Chambers on the third floor of the County Office Building, 1600Seventh Avenue, Troy. Herman W. (Bill) Miaski served in the U.S. Army during WWII and was part of the occupation of Japan after the surrender. Edmond W. (Walter) Miaski was a Communications Specialist in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. For more information contact the Rensselaer County Veterans’ Service Agency at 518-2702760.

HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Card party day, 10a.m. Van transportation available for local errands. 69 Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-686-7561for more information. LANSINGBURGH EAGLES: The Lansingburgh Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie #3773 will meet on Tuesday, October 9, at 7p.m. at their rooms, 513 Fifth Avenue, North 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, 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-K 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. SOCIETY OF AMERICAN MAGICIANS: The local group of the Society of American Magicians, Assembly #24, meets at 7:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month at the S. W. Pitts Hose Co. of Latham, 226Old Loudon Road. All persons 16and older with any interest in magic – performance, history, collecting or pure entertainment – is welcome for a fun evening. For more information, or a link to a local magician, visit www.SAM24.SYNTHASITE.COM.

TROY PUBLIC LIBRARY: Art Night: DIY Pinecone Pets transforms pinecones into small animals using felt, paper, and pipe cleaners. The library will provide all materials, just bring your creativity. For ages 7-13. Registration is required. For more information and to register, call the library at 518-274-7071or online at www.thetroylibrary.org. 6p.m., 100Second Street, Troy.

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, Oct. 10

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Trivia Night for Adults, 7p.m. – 8:30p.m. Come alone or with a team. Limit of ten teams. Prizes donated by the Friends of the Bethlehem Public Library. 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar.

BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Senior Bridge Club, 1p.m. - 3p.m. Kids’ STEAM Class, 3:30p.m. – 4:30p.m. Adult Yoga, 6p.m. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 518-279-4023or visit www.brunswicklibrary.org for more information. CHRISTIAN WOMEN’S CONNECTION: The New York Capital District Christian Women’s Connection is sponsoring a “Give Yourself the Royal Treatment” luncheon on Wednesday, October 10at the Guilderland Elks Lodge, 3867Rte. 146(Carman Road) in Schenectady, from 11:25a.m. to approximately 1:30p.m. At this month’s luncheon a representative from Victoria Adarno Spa will share some ways to pamper yourself this Fall, Peter Hilman will provide special music and special speaker Dee Billing will inspire you with her story. Reservations are necessary no later than October 5, and cancellations a must. Please call Nancy at 518869-0642to reserve. The cost is $16inclusive (cash only please).

GRAFTON MERRYMAKERS: The monthly meeting of the Grafton merrymakers will take place on October 10at 5:30p.m. at the Everett Wager Senior Center, Grafton.

HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Food Stamp Help; sign up for an appointment. Bone Builders, 10:30a.m.; Exercise class 1p.m. Motor vehicle available 10a.m. - 2 p.m. Cards. Van to Liberty Ridge. 69Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-6867561for more information. 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 4N. Lyons Avenue, Menands. For more information, call 518-4634035.

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—4 Sherry Road, Troy, about 30yards south of the RPI Chapel Center (near the intersection of Burdett and Peoples Avenues). Call 518271-6949or 518-273-1851 for more information. SPEIGLE ELDERS: The Speigle Elders will hold their first meeting of the month at 12:30p.m. on Wednesday, October 10, with the charity collection and an Ice Cream Social on the dessert menu. Members of Table 6will provide/ Table 2will serve the ice cream, toppings of chocolate, strawberries, whipped cream, etc. See Ora for reservations and $3. payments. Sign up sheets/ directions will be available with payments due for the October 18Knickerbacker Mansion tour and luncheon. STARTING YOUR OWN BUSINESS: Come to the Lansingburgh Branch Library, 27114th Street, on Wednesday, October 10, from 5p.m. – 6:30p.m. or the Troy Public Library Main Branch, 100Second Street, on Thursday, October 11, from 5p.m. – 6:30p.m. and learn what you need to know to start and grow a successful business at a free, informational workshop sponsored by Community Loan Fund of the Capital District. These programs are 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.

THRIFT SHOP: Johnsonville Methodist Church, 22Bridge Street, Route 40to Route 67East (look for the new sign at the corner) is open 9a.m. - noon Wednesdays and the first Saturday of each month with housewares, decorative items, linens, toys, over 1,000books, shoes, jewelry and lots of clothing. Fall and winter clothing are now available. WATERFORD DEMOCRATS: The Democratic Committee of Waterford will hold its next general meeting on Tuesday, October 9, at 7p.m. at the VFW Hall, 93Third Street. The committee will elect a permanent slate of officers and coordinators for all eight of the town’s election districts. All Democrats are welcome and encouraged to attend. For further information, email WaterfordDem2018@gmail.com or call Ward Patton at 518-235-0886, and find the Democratic Party of Waterford on Facebook. WILLIAMS COLLEGE FACULTY RECITAL: The Williams College Department of Music presents a faculty recital featuring Paul Green, clarinet , with Doris Stevenson, piano, and Curtis Macomber, violin, in works by Poulenc, Brahms, Debussy, Kupferman and Bartok on Wednesday, October 10 at 8p.m. in Brooks-Rogers Recital Hall on the Williams College campus. This free event is open to the public. Brooks-Rogers Recital Hall is located at 54Chapin Hall Drive in Bernhard Music Center on the Williams College campus See. www. williams.edu/home/campusmap/.

WORLD WAR I: Williams College is hosting a variety of events and programming in 2018to commemorate the centennial of the First World War. Susan McCready, professor of French at the University of South Alabama, will discuss “Remembering and Forgetting: The Great War in France” on Wednesday, Oct. 10, at 6 p.m. in Griffin Hall, room 3. This event is free and open to the public. For building locations on the Williams campus, please call the Office of Communications at 413-597-4277or visit www. williams.edu/map.

Thursday, Oct. 11

BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Tots Class, 10:30a.m. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 279-4023 or visit www.brunswicklibrary.org for more information. CHENEY LIBRARY: Cheney Memoir Group, 3p.m. – 4 p.m., 73Classic Street, Hoosick Falls. Visit www. cheneylibrary.org for more information.

COHOES COLUMBIETTES: The Cohoes Columbiettes will have their monthly meeting on Thursday night, October 11, at 255Remsem Street, Cohoes , with refreshments at 7p.m. followed by the meeting at 8p.m.

CORNER SHOPPE: The Corner Shoppe at Cornerstone Community Church, 570Third Avenue, North Troy is fully stocked for Fall. Next- to-new clothes for babies and kids will be on sale through mid-October. Many Fall decorations are available, as well as a large amount of Halloween costumes at very affordable prices. Open every Thursday and Saturday, 9a.m. – 1p.m. Visit www.facebook.com/ CornerstoneChurchintheburghfor more information or call 518-235-3851. EMPAC 10TH ANNIVERSARY: EMPAC celebrates 10years of experimental media and performing arts! Over three days and across all four venues, 10YEARS will present a diverse roster of performances, installations, and talks, starting on October 11as Formosa Quartet leads guests on a unique musical journey throughout the EMPAC building. Performing in all four EMPAC venues— the Concert Hall, Theater, Studio 1, and Studio 2—the ensemble will showcase classical repertoire particularly suited to the distinct acoustic profile of each space. 7 p.m., 1108th Street, Troy. Buy advance tickets at https://tickets.empac.rpi. edu/ TheatreManager/ 1/ online?performance=416. GRAFTON COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Adult Yoga Hour, 5p.m. 2455NY-2, Grafton. Visit www.graftoncommunitylibrary.org or call 518-279-0580for more information.

HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Bingo, 12:45p.m. Cards. Van Transportation available for local errands. 69Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-686-7561to reserve noon dinner or for more information. INTERFAITH STORY CIRCLE: This month’s guest teller, Barbara Chepaitis, is the author of the acclaimed novels “Feeding Christine” and “These Dreams.” She’ll address how the feminine Divine can tap us on the shoulder and men and women need to be prepared to respond intuitively. 7p.m. – 9p.m., Regional Synod of Albany, 1790Grand Boulevard, Schenectady. Free and open to the public. For more information contact Marni Gillard at 518-381-9474or marnigillard@earthlink.net, or visit http://www.withourvoice.org/ifs.

JESMYN WARD: MacArthur “Genius” Fellow and two-time National Book Award winner Jesmyn Ward will discuss her latest novel, “Sing, Unburied, Sing,” at Williams College. The novel was named one of the 10 Best Books of 2017by the New York Times. The event, which is free and open to the public, will take place on Thursday, October 11, from 7p.m. to 9p.m. in Chapin Hall. For building locations, call the office of communications at 413-597-4277 or visit www.williams.edu/ map.

NYS MUSEUM: Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) is an invasive pest first native to China and detected in the U.S. in Pennsylvania in 2014that feeds on more than 65plant species and has emerged as a pest of critical importance to multiple crops including tree fruit, grapes, hops, ornamentals, and many softwood and hardwood tree species. Dr. Julie Urban provides an overview of the current status of SLF in the Northeastern U.S. and an update on its impacts, research, and management. Noon – 1p.m., 222Madison Avenue, Albany. Free and open to the public. RENSSELAER COUNTY I.D. A.: The Rensselaer County Industrial Development Agency will conduct a regular meeting at 4p.m. on Thursday, October 11, in the Rensselaer County Indus- trial Development Agency Conference Room, 3rd floor, the Quackenbush Building, 333Broadway, Troy. RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Teen Anime Club for ages 13-18, 4p.m. - 6 p.m. Computer Help, 5:30 p.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, http://www. facebook.com/RensselaerLibrary.

STARTING YOUR OWN BUSINESS: Come the Troy Public Library Main Branch, 100Second Street, on Thursday, October 11, from 3p.m. – 4:30p.m. and learn what you need to know to start and grow a successful business at a free, informational workshop sponsored by Community Loan Fund of the Capital District. 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 atwww.thetroylibrary.org. TROY PUBLIC LIBRARY: Family Science Night: Sugar Science features science experiments using a variety of candy. Dress for mess! Children must be at least 4 years old to register and any child under 7years of age must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Registration is required. For more information and to register, call the library at 518-2747071or online at www. thetroylibrary.org. 6p.m., 100Second Street, Troy. TROY SENIOR CENTER: Crafts, 9a.m. Sewing class, 9a.m. Osteo Aerobics, 10 a.m. Health & Wellness activies, 10:30a.m. The annual “Expressions of Love” at 11 a.m. remembers members who passed away in 2017. Line dancing, 1p.m. 19Third Street, Troy. To make reservations for noon lunch call 518-270-5349. For more information call 518-2705348.

Friday, Oct. 12

BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Fall Fest,3p.m. – 6p.m. Winery Knitters, 6p.m. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 518279-4023or visit www. brunswicklibrary.org for more information.

EMPAC 10TH ANNIVERSARY: EMPAC celebrates 10years of experimental media and performing arts. Over three days and across all four venues, 10YEARS will present a diverse roster of performances, installations, and talks. October 12events include the US premiere of Maria Hassabi’s moving-image installation SLOW ME DOWN; Isabelle Pauwels’ “If It Bleeds,” a moving-image work inspired by recent events in the world of Mixed Martial Arts; the world premiere of Yara Travieso’s immersive theatrical experience “Sagittarius A” and Choreographer Trajal Harrell’s “In the Mood for Frankie,” a dance trio performed along a runway-style stage in EMPAC’s lobby. For schedule and ticket information visit http://empac.rpi.edu/ events/2018/fall/ 10years. EMPAC is located at 1108th Street, Troy.

FRIENDS OF CHAMBER MUSIC: Aston Magna opens the 70thth Season of the Friends of Chamber Music of Troy with a program of early music played on period instruments. The annual Ernest Livingstone Memorial Concert starts at 7:30p.m. at Kiggins Auditorium in Slocum Hall, Emma Willard School, 285Pawling Avenue (Route 66), Troy. Single tickets are $25/$15for students and can be purchased at the door. Information about Friends of Chamber Music and its 2018-2019 concert series is available at friendsofchambermusic.org or by calling 518-833-1874. GRAFTON LAKES STATE PARK: Enjoy a free tour of the night sky with amateur astronomers during the October Star Watch, starting at 7p.m. Enter via the main gate and take the first left at Deerfield to find the pavilion. Cloudy skies may delay the event to Saturday, October 13. Pre-register by calling 518-279-1155. HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Yoga at 10:30 a.m. Bingo at 12:30p.m. Cards. 69Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-6867561to reserve noon dinner or for more information. IRISH DANCE WORKSHOP: “Sean-nós” is an improvised, low to the ground, percusive form of Irish dancing. Originating in Connemara, it’s one of Ireland’s oldest and most joyful dance forms. During this workshop with respected performer and teacher Jackie O’Riley, open to dancers of all experience levels, you’ll start to build a repertoire of steps, and work toward improvising with these steps. 7 p.m. – 9p.m., The Irish Hall, 375Ontario Street, Albany. Admission $20; $15for Comhaltas Ceoltoirí Éireann (CCÉ) and Capital District Irish American Association (CDIAA) members. MILHAM PLANETARIUM: Williams College invites you to experience the wonders of our universe at the Milham Planetarium, located inside the Old Hopkins Observatory at Williams College in Williamstown MA. Astronomy students at the college will host free shows for the public on Friday evenings at 8p.m. through December 7. Audiences will be treated to shows from the high-precision Zeiss Skymaster ZKP3/B optomechanical planetarium projector. 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. OCTAGON BARN STAR PARTY: Join the Dudley Observatory for an astronomy lesson and dark sky observing at the Octagon Barn, 588Middle Road, Delanson. Ralf Schauer, Schenectady County Community College, lectures on “From Viking to Curiosity, 40Years of Robotic and Rover Exploration of the Red Planet Mars,” followed by night sky observing if weather permits. Amateur astronomers and families are invited to bring binoculars or telescopes. Telescopes will also be set up for public use. Free admission; donations graciously accepted. Sponsored by the Lauterbach Pokorny Family.

POLITICAL BROADSIDES: On Friday, October 12, the Albany Institute of History & Art will bring a selection of original political broadsides to the Ramada Plaza Hotel, 3Watervliet Avenue, Albany for a free public viewing from 6p.m. – 8p.m. during the Annual Monroe D. Ray Albany Fall Foliage Political Memorabilia Show & Sale. Subjects include anti-John Adams broadside from 1800, DeWitt Clinton Presidential broadsides from 1812, New York Governor campaign broadsides for Vice President George Clinton, Chief Justice John Jay, Vice Presidents Aaron Burr and Daniel Thompson, among others. For more information about the political memorabilia show, please contact Tom Keefe at 518438-8431or Ray Farina at 518-275-1279.

Q.U.I.L.T. INC: The October Guild Meeting features a lecture/trunk show, “Why Quilts?” with Thomas Knauer, while Regina Weatherby presents Quilting 101: Magic Nine Patch. Doors open at 9:15a.m. at Delmar Reformed Church, 386Delaware Avenue, Delmar. Free for members; $5donation requested for non-members. For more information visit www.quiltinc.org. SURVIVOR ART SHOW: Join Unity House and friends at the annual domestic violence awareness event on October 12at the Chapel + Cultural Center on Burdett Avenue in Troy. This free event showcases art made by survivors of domestic violence, and will include a vigil for victims of domestic violence. The Unity House Volunteer Leadership Award and the Coordinated Community Response Award will be bestowed on two very special groups at this gathering. THEATER VOICES: Theater Voices will present a staged reading of “Marjorie Prime” by Jordan Harrison, directed by Krysta Dennis, on Friday, Oct. 12at 8p.m. at Steamer No. 10Theatre, 500Western Avenue, Albany. This 2015Pulitzer prize finalist explores the ways our humanity is shaped and warped by the mysterious ebbs and flows of memory. The house opens one halfhour before performance. Admission is free. For more information, please contact info@theatervoices.org. WILLIAMS COLLEGE FACULTY RECITAL: The Williams College Department of Music presents internationally known performer, music educator, ethnomusicologist and bandleader Tendai Muparutsa in a faculty recital on Friday, Oct. 12at 8p.m., in Brooks-Rogers Recital Hall on the college campus. The event is free and open to the public. Brooks-Rogers Recital Hall is located at 54 Chapin Hall Drive in Bernhard Music Center on the Williams College campus. See www.williams.edu/ home/campusmap/. YADDO GHOST TOURS: Share in the spiritual intrigue from Native Americans, Edgar Allen Poe, the Trask family and other contemporary visitors to the Yaddo Gardens in Saratoga Springs. Docent lead ghosts tours are held on Friday and Sunday evenings from September 21- October 28at 5 p.m., starting at the Yaddo Gardens parking lot. Yaddo Gardens tours do not include the Yaddo Mansion. Admission $10per person. For more information, contact Yaddo at 518-584-0746or www.yaddo.org.

Saturday, Oct. 13

ALBANY INSTITUTE STORY TIME: The Albany Institute of History & Art partners with the Albany Public Library to present special story time at the museum on select Saturday mornings this fall. Inspired by the museum’s current exhibitions “A Menagerie of Whimsey: The Art of William B. Schade and Birds & Beasts: The Scary, Magical, and Adorable Animals of the Albany Institute,” the story time program will feature stories about animals. 10:30a.m., 125Washington Avenue, Albany. The event is free, but registration is required. Email waldronv@albanyinstitute.org or call 518-463-4478to register. ALBANY PINE BUSH: Changing foliage is all around. Take a 2.6mile Fall Foliage Hike and take in the beautiful scenery of this rare ecosystem. 11a.m., Albany Pine Bush Discovery Center, 195New Karner Road, Albany. The hike is free, but reservations are required for all attendees (regardless of age). Children under 18must be accompanied by an adult. Make reservations by calling 518456-0655or visit www. AlbanyPineBush.org/event. CORNER SHOPPE: The Corner Shoppe at Cornerstone Community Church, 570Third Avenue, North Troy is fully stocked for Fall. Next- to-new clothes for babies and kids will be on sale through mid-October. Many Fall decorations are available, as well as a large amount of Halloween costumes at very affordable prices. Open every Thursday and Saturday, 9a.m. – 1p.m. Visit www.facebook.com/ CornerstoneChurchintheburghfor more information or call 518-235-3851. EMPAC 10TH ANNIVER--

SARY: EMPAC celebrates 10years of experimental media and performing arts. Over three days and across all four venues, 10YEARS will present a diverse roster of performances, installations, and talks. October 13events include the US premiere of Maria Hassabi’s moving-image installation SLOW ME DOWN; a Cognitive and Immersive Systems Lab research demo; Johannes Goebel’s talk “Down the Rabbit Hole: A Time Capsule for Digital Texts, Images and Sounds;” Composer Olga Neuwirth’s “Lost Highway Suite” — derived from her opera of the same name, inspired by David Lynch’s cult classic and performed by International Contemporary Ensemble; Choreographer Trajal Harrell’s “In the Mood for Frankie,” a dance trio performed along a runwaystyle stage in EMPAC’s lobby; and “One Image is a Lie, the Other Unvailable,” performed by Moved by the Motion. For schedule and ticket information visit http://empac.rpi.edu/ events/2018/fall/ 10years. EMPAC is located at 110 8th Street, Troy.

FIT FEST: The Glens Falls Collaborative presents the fourth annual FitFest, improved this year with help from Fresh ADK, AHI, Fresh Direction, the Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce’s Wellness Council, and the City of Glens Falls, from 8:30a.m. to noon. On tap: Sample fitness classes, interactive demonstrations, healthy food for sale, contests and music, plus vendor booths with giveaways, samples, cooking demos and information about organizations and services. Vendors, sponsors, and 5K runners can learn more and sign up now at www.glensfallscollaborative.com.

GRAFTON LAKES STATE PARK: Take a 1.5mile hike to the restored fire tower with views of three states, starting at 10:30a.m. The hike includes a brief steep climb and some uneven terrain, so please wear hiking boots and bring a walking stick if necessary, along with water and a lunch to eat by the tower. Pre-register by calling 518279-1155.

HARVEST CRAFT FESTIVAL: Craft vendors and great food, rain or shine. 9 a.m. – 3p.m., Cohoes Waterford Elks, 45N. Mohawk Street, Cohoes.

LIGHT THE NIGHT WALK: This year’s Light the Night Walk is being held at Siena College in which thousands of people will participate in honor of a survivor or in memory of a friend or loved one. Walkers will carry illuminated lanterns- white for survivors, red for supporters and gold lanterns in memory of loved ones lost, to celebrate, honor and remember those touched by cancer. Registration starts at 6p.m. The walk takes place from 7p.m. – 9p.m. at 515Loudon Road, Loundonville. Visit http://www.lightthenight.org/events/albany for registration details and more information about the event.

LORD’S ACRE AUCTION: The North Chatham United Methodist Church, 4274 Route 203, holds its 70th annual Lord’s Acre Auction and Sale on October 13. Most departments will open at 8:30a.m. after a brief worship service at 8a.m. The “White Elephant” department opens at 10a.m. and the auctioneer starts at 11a.m. sharp. For information and updates on auction items as they’re added, visit northchathammethodistchurch.org. Plenty of free off-street parking will be available. For more information, please call 518-7663535.

MAC ‘N’ CHEESE COOKOFF: Get ready for one of the cheesiest events in Southern Washington County. The First Annual Mac ‘n’ Cheese Cook-off is set to take place from noon to 2p.m. on Saturday, October 13at the Cambridge United Methodist Church, 41E. Main Street, Cambridge. The event, sponsored by Connect, hopes to draw chefs from near and far to participate in the cook-off. Entrance fee is $5; participation is free. If you’d like to enter for a chance to win a prize, please send an email to connectgamenights@gmail.com or message Connect’s Facebook page by October 6.

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 30 minutes. For ages 2-4, but all are welcome. The Menands Public Library is located at 4N. Lyons Avenue, Menands. For more information, call 518-4634035.

NATIVE PLANT SUMMIT: Members of the public are invited to a free Native Plant Summit at SUNY Oneonta, Hodgdon Instructional Resource Center (IRC)- Lecture Hall #2on Saturday, October 13, from 1p.m. - 5p.m. The afternoon will include networking and learning opportunities about using Native Plants in your home and business landscape, why it is important to do so and other ways to be involved with stewardship efforts on a local level. For more information contact Kelly Knutson, Audubon New York at 518-869-9731. RENSSELAER PLATAEU: The Asa Eddy family lived in Stephentown from 1794– 1905. The homestead and other structures have long since disappeared, and forest has reclaimed the farm. Warren Broderick, a descendant of the Eddy family, author, archivist and researcher, will discuss and use other resources to bring the history of an early farm in Rensselaer County back to life. Hike an easy/moderate hike starting at 10a.m. Register with Peter Wood at peterrmapleacres@gmail.com; donation $5. More details at renstrust. org.

SHARING THE HOPE:

On Saturday, October 13, St. Luke’s on the Hill in Mechanicville will host an evening to share the hope of recovery from cancer and the help and resources available to those going through it. There will be a Healing Service at 4p.m., with prayer teams available afterward, a potluck dinner at 5p.m., and speakers at 6 p.m. Lisa Moraha of Floyd’s Warriors and Karen Haag of Brave Heart, will share their journeys from cancer to recovery, how their organizations grew, and how they help others. St. Luke’s on the Hill is located at 40McBride Road, Mechanicville. SPINDLE CITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY: The Dress Reform movement of the mid-19th century hoped to liberate women from the most limiting aspects of their clothing. It was symbolized by the adoption of a shorter skirt over loose pants or “bloomers,” adopted by the women’s suffrage movement and other reformers as a representation of their ideals. Historian KjirstenGustavson uncovers layers of controversy and links dress reform to the social movements changing women’s lives at 2p.m. at Vineyard Church, 121Remsen Street, Cohoes. Her heavily illustrated talk, including reproduction costumes, is free and open to the public.

THACHER NATURE CENTER: Descend the cliff and learn about the geologic and cultural history of the Helderbergs on this scenic and historic guided walk on the Inidan Ladder trail, starting at 10a.m. See underground streams, look for fossils, and step inside the crevice cave along the trail. Wear sturdy shoes and meet at the Indian Ladder picnic area. The walk lasts about 1.5hours. Call 518872-0800to register.

THEATER VOICES: The- ater Voices will present a staged reading of “Marjorie Prime” by Jordan Harrison, directed by Krysta Dennis, on Saturday, October 13at 3p.m. and 8p.m. at Steamer No. 10Theatre, 500Western Avenue, Albany. This 2015Pulitzer prize finalist explores the ways our humanity is shaped and warped by the mysterious ebbs and flows of memory. The house opens one halfhour before performance. Admission is free. For more information, please contact info@theatervoices.org. TOMHANNOCK HIKE: Join professional photographer and filmmaker John Bulmer on a casual hike along the Tomhannock Reservoir, starting at 10a.m. Explore and photograph at the peak of fall foliage season. Register online at renstrust.org; donation $10.More details at renstrust.org.

TURKEY DINNER: Reservations are now being accepted for Zion’s Taborton Church’s turkey dinner on Saturday, October 13, with servings at 4:30p.m., 5:30 p.m. and 6:30p.m. $15 adults, $7children 5-12, under 5free. The church hall is located at 744 Taborton Road, Sand Lake, overlooking Little Bowman Pond. To make reservations, call Diane Hoffman at 518674-2746or Jane Weber at 518-258-4307.

WALK WITH A DOC: The Walk With A Doc program is geared toward helping people improve their health and get active. Proceed at your own pace while walking with doctors from Capital Cardiology Associates, Troy Associates of Cardiology, Samaritan Hospital and St. Mary’s Hospital in a fun, free walking program. Upon conclusion of the walk, nurses will take blood pressure and physicians will take your questions. The walk takes place on the second Saturday of each month. Registration starts at 7:30a.m. Walk starts at 8a..m at Riverfront Park, River and Fulton streets, Troy.

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 11 a.m. at the Albany Visitors Center, 25Quackenbush Square. Adults $3, children free.