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Monday, Oct. 15 BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: The library joins with its friends from the Center for Disability Services for a morning concert with music therapists Erin Lancraft and Ashley Cook from Expressive Journeys, 10:30a.m. – 11:15 a.m. Refreshments will be served. The Friends of the Library board meets at 6:30 p.m. New Friends are always welcome. 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. COLONIE I.D. A.: Meetings of the Audit and Finance Committees of the Town of Colonie Industrial Development Agency shall be held on Monday, October 15, at 5:30p.m. in the second floor conference room of the Town of Colonie Public Operations Center, 347Old Niskayuna Road, Latham.
COLONIE L.D.C.: Meetings of the Audit and Finance Committees of the Town of Colonie Local Development Corporation shall beheld on Monday, October 15, at 5:30p.m. in the second floor conference room of the Town of Colonie Public Operations Center, 347Old Niskayuna Road, Latham. EVERETT WAGAR SENIOR CENTER: Do you have stacks of pictures you mean to put in albums. The Everett Wagar Senior Center can help you get started. Just bring yourself and your pictures to 2Roxborough Road, Grafton for the free 12:30p.m. scrapbooking class, and the senior center will provide the fun and all needed materials to make your pictures look fabulous. Come early and enjoy noon lunch for a suggested donation of $3. To make lunch reservations, or for more information, call 518279-3413.
HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Cribbage 9a.m., Yoga 10:30a.m., Cards. 69 Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-686-7561for more information.
HOPE 7BOARD MEETING: Hope 7Community Center’s Annual Open Board Meeting takes place on October 15at 6p.m. at 596Pawling Ave in Troy. Everyone is invited and encouraged to attend in order to better understand how Hope 7operates and what lies ahead for the future. Your ideas and suggestions would be greatly appreciated and this a great opportunity for
you to learn how you might help us to continue our work and grow to meet the needs of our community.
MASONS: The Mount Zion Masonic Lodge #311F.& A.M. will meet on Monday, October 15, at 7:30p.m. at the Troy Masonic Community Center, 39Brunswick Road. The theme for the evening is “Brother Bring a Friend,” with a social hour at 5:30p.m. and a dinner at 6:30p.m. Refreshments will follow the meeting. Make dinner reservations to Junior Warden Gabe Jaquish. WILLIAMS COLLEGE CON
CERT: The Williams College Department of Music presents mezzo-soprano Augusta Caso in a concert of operatic pieces in collaboration with pianist Dmitry Glivinskiy. Her performance on Monday, October 15 is at 8p.m. in Brooks-Rogers Recital Hall in the Bernhard Music Center, on the Williams College campus. BrooksRogers Recital Hall is located at 54Chapin Hall Drive in Bernhard Music Center on the Williams College campus. See www.williams.edu/home/ campusmap/.
Tuesday, Oct. 16 ALBANY POETS: Albany Poets is back at The Low Beat, 335Central Avenue, Albany with the Brass Tacks open mic for poetry with featured poet Mugabi Byenkya on Tuesday, October 16. Signup starts at 7p.m. with readings poetry and spoken word kicking off at 7:30p.m. Visit albanypoets. com for more information. ALBANY PUBLIC LIBRARY: Activist and educator Tom Ellis reviews David Pilgrim’s book, “Watermelons, Nooses and Straight Razors: Stories from the Jim Crow Museum.” 12:15p.m., 161Washington Avenue, Albany. Call 518-4274300for more information. BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Tai Chi for Health, 4p.m. This weekly class explores the Tai Chi for Energy form. No experience needed; all ages and abilities welcome. Wear loose, comfortable clothes. 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 16, join History Technician Kara Chambers as she covers major milestones in the history of the State Museum. Each program includes a 20-minute talk 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. Quilting Club, 7p.m. October Raffle Drawing. 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.
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.
NORTH GREENBUSH PUBLIC LIBRARY: Tuesdays at 11 a.m. are special times at the library as Story Time with Mrs. Greene opens new horizons for the littlest patrons while teaching them the joy of reading. The subject for October16is “Community Helpers .” Story Time is held at the library at 141Main Avenue in Wynantskill. 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, 11 a.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: Meet Jennifer Sowle, Clinically Certified Aromatherapist and Licensed Massage Therapist as she teaches you about essential oils and carrier oils and guides you through a Make Your Own Rollerball class. She will discuss briefly the benefits of essential oils, how they work, how to properly and safely dilute them for topical application, and which essential oils help with certain ailments. 6p.m., 100Second Street, Troy. This program is free and open to the public. Advanced registration is required. For more information and to register, call the library at 518-274-7071or online atwww. the troy library. org.
TROY SENIOR CENTER: 9 a.m.,Knitting and Crocheting. 10a.m., Movie & Munch featuring “Grumpier Old Men” with cider donuts and beverages provided by United Health Care. 10:30 a.m., Health & Wellness activities. Arts 4Vets meets every Tuesday at 10:30a.m. Call 270-5349to make a noon lunch reservation, or 270-5348for more information.
TUESDAY NIGHT LIVE POETS’ CORNER: Poets and writers of all ages are invited to share original material in poetry or short story form. Hosted by David DeVries. 6:30p.m., William K. Sandford Town Library, 629 Albany Shaker Road, Albany. Call 518-810-0314or visit colonielibrary.org for more information.
TUESDAYS AT NOON CONCERT: In an intimate lecture-recital, violinist Ann-Marie Barker Schwartz and pianist Max Caplan will explore four concert violinists who worked and lived during World War I - Fritz Kreisler, David Hochstein, Samuel Gardner, and Jacques Thibaud. Schwartz will discuss their lives and response to this devastating war, as well as perform some of the signature repertoire that they played during the time. The 45-minute opening concert of the 2018-19 season takes place at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 58 Third Street, Troy. Admission is free; contributions are gratefully accepted. Wednesday, Oct. 17 ALBANY POETS: The Albany Poets Presents series of poetry, spoken word, and conversation concludes on Wednesday, October 17at Restaurant Navona, 289 New Scotland Avenue, with local poet, performer, host, and Albany Poets president Thom Francis, starting at 7p.m. Mary Panza takes over hosting duties. Visit albanypoets.com for more information.
BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Skype a Scientist: video chat with Dr. Rebekah Rogers about wooly mammoths, being a scientist, and more, 4p.m. – 4:45p.m. For grades K-5. Sign up online at bethlehempubliclibrary.org or call 518-439-9314. 451 Delaware 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.
FLU CLINIC: The Rensselaer County Health Department holds its annual Flu Shot Clinic on Wednesday, October 17, from 10:30a.m. – 11:30a.m. at the Everett Wagar Senior Center, 2 Roxborough Road, Grafton. Reservations required. Consider staying for a noon lunch for a suggested donation of $3. For more information or to place your name on the list, please call the center at 518-279-3413.
HEALTHY YOU, HEALTHY PLANET: For anyone feeling powerless and uncertain about our planet’s future, author, researcher, and former UAlbany Professor Maia Boswell-Penc has a message of hope and empowerment, stressing self-care and environmental justice in the face of a changing climate. Her 6p.m. talk at the Troy Public Library, 100Second Street, will cover the ways that you as an individual can have a positive impact on the climate. This program is free and open to the public. Advanced registration is recommended. For more information and to register, call the library at 518-274-7071 or online at www.thetroylibrary.org.
HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Bone Builders, 10:30a.m.; Exercise class 1 p.m. Motor vehicle available 10a.m. - 2p.m. Cards. Van to Liberty Ridge. 69Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-686-7561for 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 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. NETSQUARED MEETUP: “Social Media Ethics for Non-Profits” with Sean Erreger. Noon – 1p.m., 1 United Way, Albany. Tickets are free but seating is limited. Please pre-register at https://www.meetup.com/ NetSquared-Tech-Valley/ events/249597977/. SUSAN JACOBY: Susan Jacoby, independent scholar, speaker, and author, will lecture at Williams College about “Living Reason: A Citizen’s Duty in America’s New Age of Unreason.” This event will be held on Wednesday, October 17at 7:30p.m. in the ‘62Center for Theatre and Dance. This event is free and open to the public. A book signing will follow. For building locations on the Williams campus in Williamstown MA, call the office of communications at 413-597-4277or visit www.williams.edu/map. THRIFT SHOP: Johnsonville Methodist Church, 22Bridge Street, Route 40to Route 67 East (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.
WILLIAMS COLLEGE: Professor Melinda Wagner of the Juilliard School of Music lectures on Wednesday, Oct. 17at 4:15p.m. in BrooksRogers Recital Hall in the Bernhard Music Center, on the Williams College campus. Her talk is followed by a performance of one of her recent pieces, “My Tioga,” performed by Cassatt String Quartet, who recently premiered the work. This lecture is sponsored by the Class of 1960Scholars Fund and is free and open to the public. The Bernhard Music Center is located at 54Chapin Hall Drive on the Williams campus in Williamstown MA. See www.williams.edu/home/ campusmap.
Thursday, Oct. 18 ALBANY COUNTY AIRPORT AUTHORITY: The Albany County Airport Authority will hold an Finance Committee meeting on Thursday, October 18, at 11 a.m. in the 3rd Floor Confer- ence Room at the Main Terminal at Albany International Airport. A Special Meeting of the Albany County Airport Authority will follow at 11:30 a.m. in the 3rd Floor Conference Room.
ALBANY PINE BUSH: As part of the Science Lecture Series, Jeff Corbin, PhD, will reveal new details of the prevalence of crusts at the Albany Pine Bush and 10other inland sand barrens in the northeast. These crusts are similar in composition to the dryland crusts, but also differ in ways that are not wellunderstood. Refreshments at 6:30p.m. precede the 7 p.m. lecture at the Albany Pine Bush Discovery Center, 195New Karner Road, Albany. The lecture is free, but reservations are required for all attendees (regardless of age). Make reservations by calling 518-456-0655or v is itwww. Albany Pine Bush. org/events.
AMERICAN ITALIAN HERITAGE ASSOCIATION: The cultural presentation at this month’s business meeting is “Before They Were Our Mothers: Voices of Women Born Before Rosie Started Riveting.” Writers and editor Patricia A. Nugent will read from the anthology of that name about their Italian immigrant foremothers. Please bring dessert for the reception that follows. The meeting and presentation are free and open to the public. 7p.m. – 9p.m., 1227 Central Avenue, Albany. Call 518-435-1979, email info@ americanitalianmuseum. org or visit www.americanitalianmuseum.org for more information.
BLACK HOLES: Marek Demianski, visiting professor of astronomy at Williams College, will present “Gravitational Waves: A New Window on the Universe” for the college’s autumn Sigma Xi lecture on Thursday, October 18, at 4:15p.m. in Thompson Chemistry’s Wege Auditorium on the Williams campus in Williamstown MA. There will be a second, more technical, talk on the subject Friday, Oct. 19, at 4:15p.m. in Wege Auditorium. Both talks are free and open to the public.
BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Tots Class, 10:30 a.m. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 279-4023or visit www.brunswicklibrary.org for more information. BUDGETING BASICS:
The benefits of developing a personal spending plan, how to track income and expenses and strategies for record keeping will be covered through a case study approach. Specific steps for developing your own spending plan will be reviewed. The 50-30-20rule for determining fixed expenses, flexible spending and financial goals will be applied in this session. 6:30p.m. – 7:30p.m., SEFCU Atrium – 700Patroon Creek Boulevard, Albany. Registration is required; visit www.sefcu.com/financialeducation to reserve your spot.
CHICKEN BBQ: Chicken BBQ with all the fixins. Eat-in or Take-Out for $10 per person. 3p.m. – 7p.m., Cohoes Waterford Elks, 45 N. Mohawk Street, Cohoes. Call 518-235-3222for more information.
CORNER SHOPPE: The Corner Shoppe at Cornerstone Community Church, 570Third Avenue, North Troy is fully stocked for Fall. Nextto-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, 9 a.m. – 1p.m. Visit www. facebook.com/CornerstoneChurchintheburghfor more information or call 518-2353851.
FORT PLAIN LECTURE SERIES: Bruce M. Venter’s “Kill Jeff Davis: The Union Raid on Richmond, 1864” offers a fresh look at the failed controversial Kilpatrick-Dahlgren Raid on Richmond, VA and mines newly discovered documents and little-known sources to provide definitive answers. Venter will be signing books after his talk. 7p.m., Fort Plain Museum, 389Canal Street, Fort Plain. Suggested donation $5. Light refreshments will be served. HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Eat Smart Ideas, 11a.m. Bingo, 12:45p.m. Cards. Van Transportation available. 69Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-6867561to reserve noon dinner or for more information. MASONS: The Apollo-King Solomon’s Masonic Lodge #13F.&A.M. will meet on Thursday, October 18, at 7:30p.m. at the Troy Masonic Community Center, 39 Brunswick Road. Refreshments will be served following the meeting.
PEEBLES ISLAND: On October 18, at 5:30p.m. at the Peebles Island Visitor Center, Emma Antolos, Invasive Species Education and Outreach Coordinator, NYS D EnCon, will present a program on non-native species (also known as invasive species), one of the greatest threats to New York State’s biodiversity. Sponsored by the Friends of Peebles Island State Park, this program is free and open to the public. At 6:30p.m., Brookside Nursery manager Stacy Simmons gives a presentation on perennial gardening. Check out https://sites. google.com/view/friendsofpeeblesisland/home and the Friends’ Facebook pages for updates.
RENSSELAER COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION: The Rensselaer County Bar Association honors longtime Troy attorneys Elliott F. Marinstein and Donald J. Shanley with this year’s Jones Award at a Thursday, October 18dinner at Franklin Plaza in Troy. The event is open to the public. All proceeds from this event will support the ongoing restoration and preservation of the photos and canvass portraits removed from the Rensselaer County Courthouse when its renovation began in 1998. For more information, call 518-270-1222. RENSSELAER EAGLES: The Rensselaer Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie #4446 will meet on Thursday, October 4, at 6:30p.m. at their rooms, 851Broadway, Rensselaer. 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/ Rensselaer Library.
SCRTA LUNCHEON: The Schenectady County Retired Teachers Association (SCRTA) autumn luncheon takes place on Thursday, October 18, at the Turf Tavern, 40Mohawk Avenue, Scotia. Guest speaker Christina Beauchemin is a motivational speaker and the author of “Let My Legacy Be Love.” Social time starts at 11:30 a.m.; the luncheon program begins at noon. The cost is $24with four menu selections. Call 518-393-9343to make reservations by October 11. Members are asked to bring donations of baby food, crib sheets and blankets, toys or outerware for children up to age 5for the Schenectady Day Nursery. SENIOR CENTER FALL GALA: This year’s Troy Senior Center Fall Gala is all set for Thursday, October 18, from 4p.m. – 8p.m. at the Franklin Terrace, on Campbell Avenue. Entertainment by Ron Cremisio & Friends, Installation of Center’s officers, Door Prizes, 50⁄50, & much, much more. For reservations, please call the Troy Senior Center at 518- 2705348by Friday, October 13. SPEIGLE ELDERS KNICKERBOCKER TRIP: The Speigle Elders are sponsoring a trip to the Knickerbocker Mansion in Schaghticoke on Thursday, October 18. This is a drive yourself event with participants requested to arrive promptly by 10a.m.for an informational tour. At noon, an old-fashioned Colonial chicken dinner will be offered. Directions: From the church parking lot, take Rte. 40north for 2.6miles to Rte. 67(across from Prospector’s); take left at Rte. 67W; after a distance, take the right on Don Wier Road. The Mansion will be on your right.
Contact Carol Smolen for reservations, payments or additional information. TROY PUBLIC LIBRARY: Brick Builders gives children the opportunity to get creative and build anything they choose with lots of Legos. Each child can work on individual creations or work as a team . For ages 4and up. For more information and to register, call the library at 518274-7071or online at www. thetroylibrary.org. 6p.m., 100 Second Street, Troy.
Friday, Oct. 19
ALBANY SHINDIG: The Shindig Season Kickoff takes place at 7:15p.m. at First Congregational Church of Albany, 405Quail Street, with caller Paul Rosenberg and the Tamarack Band playing American, Celtic and French-Canadian tunes. Easy to learn longways, folk circle and square dances with yummy treats at the break provided by Honest Weight Food Coop. Suggested donation $8, $5for students and DanceFlurry members, children under 12$2. For more information call Paul at 518-482-9255or email paul@homespun.biz. BERKSHIRE SYMPHONY: The Williams College Department of Music presents the Berkshire Symphony in a concert featuring Joan Tower’s “Fanfare for the Uncommon Woman #6,” and “Symphonic Metamorphosis of Themes by Carl Maria von Weber” by Paul Hindemith. Conductor Ronald Feldman and the 75-member orchestra are joined by guest artist Andres Diaz, cello, who performs Dvorak’s cello concerto. 8p.m., Chapin Hall on the Williams College campus in Williamstown MA. There is a pre-concert talk with conductor Ronald Feldman at 7:15p.m. in Brooks-Rogers Recital Hall, adjacent to the main venue. These events are free and open to the public. Chapin Hall is located at 54Chapin Hall Drive on the Williams College campus. See www.williams.edu/ home/campusmap/. CELTIC MUSIC FROM THE NORTH: The Vermont Institute of Celtic Arts and Invermark College of Piping present Iain MacHarg and Donald F. Lindsay with special guests Matt Brouard, Dominique Dodge, Alannah Fitzgerald and Elle Goud & Michael Roddy. 7 p.m., Petersburgh Veterans Memorial Community Center, 71Main Street, Petersburgh. Admissionby donation. All proceeds will be donated to The Petersburgh Volunteer Fire Department and The Petersburgh Rescue Ambulance Squad.
CHENEY LIBRARY: Lego Club for grades 1– 3. 73 Classic Street, Hoosick Falls. Visit www.cheneylibrary.org for more information. HALLOWEEN MAGIC SHOW: Spirits, Spooks, and Spells, an evening of Halloween Magic and Illusion coming to Sand Lake Center for the Arts on October 19 at 7p.m. This Halloween Spooktacular features the magic and illusions of the award winning Magician Jeffrey Jene. Adults $15, Under 18$10. For reservations or information go to www. slca-ctp.org or call 518674-2007. SLCA, located at 2880NY 43, Averill Park, is fully handicapped accessible, with free parking. HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Open Enrollment day; call for an appointment. Yoga at 10:30a.m. Bingo at 12:30p.m. Cards. 69Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-686-7561to reserve noon dinner or for more information.
HYDE HALL GHOST TOURS: On a one hour Candlelight Ghost Tour you will visit many of the places in Hyde Hall (267Glimmerglass State Park Road, Cooperstown) where ghostly manifestations have been reported over 150years, including those identified by Ghosthunters in their Halloween 2013Special. Tours are held every Friday and Saturday in October and on Sunday October, 28, at 6 p.m., 6:30p.m., 7p.m. and 7:30p.m. $20per person_ Reservations are required and tickets may be purchased online. at HydeHall. org. For further information call 607-547-5098Ext 6or info@hydehall.org, Hyde Hall is not handicapped accessible or appropriate for those who have difficulty walking. 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
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 opto-mechanical planetarium projector. For reservations (required) contact Michele Rech at 413597-2188or email at mcr4@ williams.edu. Others will be admitted as space permits. Large groups should call for special appointments. WESTERN SQUARE DANCE: The Schoharie Valley Hayshakers will hold a mainstream level western square dance at the Middleburgh Elementary School cafeteria on Friday October 19, from 7:30 p.m. - 10p.m. The caller is Ray Taylor. Please wear soft sole shoes. Phone 518-827-4894 for more information. 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 5p.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. 20 ALBANY PINE BUSH: Search for hidden objects using a handheld Global Positioning System (GPS) unit that will help you navigate the trails. Learn which buttons do what, how to locate your position on Earth, and how to find your way back to places you’ve been. GPS units are provided. Participants will spend 30minutes inside before heading to the trail to hike about one mile. Suitable for ages 6-10with caregivers. 10:30a.m., Albany Pine Bush Discovery Center, 195 New Karner Road, Albany. The adventure is free but reservations are required for all attendees, regardless of age. Children under 18must be accompanied by an adult. Make reservations by calling 518-456-0655or visit www.
AlbanyPineBush.org/events. BASKET RAFFLE FUN
DRAISER: Everett Wagar Senior Center’s basket raffle fundraiser features a bake sale, food sale, make your own sundaes and 50⁄50 drawing. More than 130baskets will be available. The event will raise funds for the senior center to provide entertainment, party favors and special programs. Doors open at 11a.m., drawing will start at 1p.m. at the Grafton VFW/Firehall on Route 85, Grafton. For more information, contact the senior center at 518-279-3413.
CHILI COOKOFF: Chili sampling, a rock wall provided by the National Guard, bounce house, face painting, balloon creations, Chinese auction and live music by Good 2 B Scene. 2p.m. – 6p.m., Watervliet Dome, 13002nd Avenue. Adults $10, kids under 16free. All proceeds benefit the David Fisher Upper Hudson Heroes Organization. For more information on the event call 518-416-3401. For more information on Upper Hudson Heroes, visit www. uperhudsonheroes.com. CONCERTS IN THEVILLAGE: At 4p.m. on Saturday, October 20, Concerts in the Village presents its 30th concert, highlighting the Broad Street Orchestra and graduates of the Bard Vocal Arts Program, in Van Buren Hall, 6 Chatham Street (US Route 9), Kinderhook. Featured will be works for orchestra and for voices with orchestra: Handel’s Water Music Suite
I in F, Bach’s comic Coffee Cantata, Haydn’s Symphony 78in c minor, and two dramatic arias also by Haydn, “Miseri noi, misera patria” and the famous “Scena di Berenice”. CITV Artistic Director David Smith will conduct. Contribution $20. For further information and reservations please visit www.concertsinthevillage.org, or call 518758-6869.
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 midOctober. 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/ Cornerstone Church in theburgh for more information or call 518-235-3851.
CRAFT FAIR: St. Thomas the Apostle School at 42Adams Place in Delmar will be hosting its annual Shop ´Til You Drop Craft Fair on Saturday, October 20, from 10a.m. - 4p.m. Admission is free. There will be a wide variety of craft vendors, a bucket auction, bake sale, face painting, a Scholastic Book Fair and breakfast and lunch items for sale. Questions can be sent to Laura Giarrusso at 518-429-0289. DOCUMENTARY FILM SCREENING: The Troy Public Library hosts a 2p.m. screening of the local documentary, “Brought to Light: Unearthing the History of an AfricanAmerican Cemetery in Kinderhook, NY.” The film explores Black history and the efforts of some Hudson Valley residents to restore respect to a forgotten “slaves’ cemetery” in which hundreds of AfricanAmericans were buried during the 1800s. Filmmaker and writer Barbara Reina will be providing an introduction, and holding a Q& A session after the film. The program is free and open to the public. Advance registration is recommended. For more information and to register, call the library at 518-274-7071or online atwww.thetroylibrary.org. The Troy Public Library is located at 1002nd Street, Troy.
FALL CRAFT FAIR: Vendors will be selling jewelry, artwork, crocheted items, baked goods, essential oils, woodwork and much more from 9a.m. – 3p.m. at Hudson Shores Plaza, 1545 Broadway, Watervliet. A 50⁄50 raffle will be held and lunch will be available. Fore more information email Kathleen at kmcd@nycap.rr.com or Janet at jchiorgno@gmail.com. GOLD STAR DEDICATION: The public is invited to a Gold Star Memorial Dedication on Saturday, October 20, at 11 a.m. in Congress Park, 315 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. The ceremony, sponsored by the Federated Garden Clubs of NYS, District IV, includes an Honor Guard, bagpipers, representatives of veterans’ organizations, Gold Star Mothers and familes, and the NYS Federated Garden Club President. Refreshments will follow at the Visitors’ Center.
Gold Star Marker installations began in 2014to remember Gold Star Families whose loved ones paid the ultimate price defending their country. For more information, contact Barbara Millington at 518587-3085.
GRAFTON LAKES STATE PARK: Little Folks Nature Club, 10:30a.m. Explore the wonders of nature in a program geared towards a younger audience. Meet indoors before heading out into the park. Pre-register by calling 518-279-1155. “Map & Compass Skills: Lost & Found” for ages 10and up (1 p.m.) teaches the basics of using a compass and brings you out into the park for an adventure on the map course. $3per person. For more information or to pre-register call 518-279-1155. HAMDINNER: The Poestenkill Historical Society’s “Drive Thru Ham Dinner” to benefit their Museum/ Research Center will be held on Saturday, October 20, from 4:30p.m. to 6p.m. The menu includes baked ham, baked potatoes, green beans, coleslaw, applesauce, roll and dessert., all for the low price of $12with no tax or tip. Just drive into the entrance at Evangelical Lutheran Church on Route 351, circle around to the rear and pick up your meal without getting out of your vehicle. Make your reservations now by calling Gail at 518-283-4890or Alice at 518-283-4960.
HANDS ON HALLOWEEN: Join the Arts Center of the Capital Region for a day of activities designed to turn anyone into a trick or treater. Make magical masks, colorful capes and spooky treats and wander through our pumpkin path. Gather on River Street for a parade through the streets of Troy to trick or treat from our generous neighborhood shops and businesses. End at the Tech Valley Center of Gravity and make yummy & spooky homemade witches brew. 11a.m. – 4p.m., 265 River Street, Troy.
HYDE HALL GHOST TOURS: On a one hour Candlelight Ghost Tour you will visit many of the places in Hyde Hall (267Glimmerglass State Park Road, Cooperstown) where ghostly manifestations have been reported over 150years, including those identified by
Ghosthunters in their Halloween 2013Special. Tours are held every Friday and Saturday in October and on Sunday October, 28, at 6p.m., 6:30 p.m., 7p.m. and 7:30p.m. $20 per person_ Reservations are required and tickets may be purchased online. at HydeHall. org. For further information call 607-547-5098Ext 6or info@hydehall.org, Hyde Hall is not handicapped accessible or appropriate for those who have difficulty walking. MENANDS PUBLIC LIBRARY: Story time is 1p.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 4N. Lyons Avenue, Menands. For more information, call 518-463-4035. MOHAWK COUNTRY ASSOCIATION: The Mohawk Country Association will hold a ceremony commemorating the 238th anniversary of the Battles of Stone Arabia and Klock’s Field this coming Saturday 10am at the Stone Arabia Dutch Church, 5371-, 5407Ephratah Rd, Fort Plain. A wreath will be laid at the grave of Colonel John Brown, the Berkshire, Massachusetts colonel who gave his life in the battle. Several units of the Tryon County Militia will be on hand to fire a musket and cannon salute to the fallen Patriot. Representatives of the Sons of the American Revolution will also be on hand to take part in a wreath laying ceremony at the gravesite.
MOVING HEAVEN & EARTH: “Moving Heaven and Earth” is the blended musical family of two Capital Region groups: The Heavenly Echoes with their southern-soul-style gospel and JV&TheCutters with their Chicago-style original blues. Their joint performances celebrate their common heritage and continuing legacy in American roots music. Their October 20concert at First United Presbyterian Church, 1915 Fifth Avenue, Troy, from 7p.m. – 9p.m. is a fundraiser for the Underground Railroad History Project of the Capital Region. Admission $10. RENEWABLE ENERGY FAIR: Community Advocates for Sustainable Energy will hold its third annual Renew-
able Energy and Sustainable Living Fair at Doane Stuart School, 199Washington Ave, Rensselaer, on Saturday, October 20, from 10a.m. – 4 p.m. The largest event of its kind in the Capital District and beyond is free and open to the public with free parking. Contact Becky Meier or Bob Connors at 518-7814686or email: beckyjmeier@ gmail.com for more information.
ROAST BEEF SUPPER:
A Roast Beef Supper will be served at the Pittstown United Methodist Church Hall on Saturday, October 20from 4p.m. to 6p.m. The Eat-In or Take-Out. Menu features roast beef, mashed potatoes, gravy, vegetables, cole slaw, rolls, homemade pies and beverages. Adults: $13, Children 5-12: $5, Under 5: Free. Reservations Suggested: Call 518-663-8280. The Church Hall is located just off Route 7 in Pittstown.
ROLLER DERBY: The Albany Brawlstars’ bout with Cape Cod Roller Derby has a “Treasure Your Chest” theme in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month. This month’s charity is Hope in a Boat. Doors open 6p.m.; bout starts 7p.m. at the Albany Cap Center, 55, Eagle Street. Adults $15(pre-sales $12), kids 10and under $5. Senior, student and military discounts available. For more information visit https:// squareup.com/store/albanyall-stars-roller-derby.
ST. LUKE’S CRAFT FAIR: On Saturday, October 20, you can enjoy delicious baked goods, have lunch, and stock up on one-of-akind handmade crafted gifts for your loved ones at the seventh annual St. Luke’s on the Hill Craft Fair, Bake Sale, and Basket Raffle. Themed baskets with hundreds of dollars of valuable items will be raffled off. You do not need to be present to win. Lunch will be available to purchase. There will be free parking and admission. You get a free raffle ticket just for entering. Bring a few items for the food pantry and you can get one additional free raffle ticket. 9 a.m. – 3p.m., 40McBride Road, off Pruyn Hill Road in the Town of Halfmoon, use Mechanicville, NY 12118for GPS.