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Friday, Nov. 16 BERKSHIRE SYMPHONY: Conductor Ronald Feldman and the 75-member Berkshire Symphony offer the season’s second concert featuring “Vessels of Courage and Hope” by Shulamit Ran, and Sergei Prokofiev’s “Romeo and Juliet,” as well as Robert Schumann’s Symphony No. 3on Friday, November 16, at 8p.m. in 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 unticketed, and open to the public. For more information visit http://music.williams.edu or call the concert hotline at 413-597-3146.

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Steven Engelhart, executive director for Adirondack Architectural Heritage, discusses the rustic style of the park’s “Great Camps.” The 1p.m. – 2p.m. program will be followed by a 2p.m. – 3p.m. coffee hour. Co-sponsored by Bethlehem Senior Projects Inc. NaNoWriMo Write-In session, 5p.m. – 8p.m. Continue the challenge of writing a novel in one month. 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar.

BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Ribbon Wreath Craft, 6p.m. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 518279-4023to register for craft or visit www.brunswicklibrary.org for more information. CHATHAM BOOKSTORE: Chatham artist Gail Giles displays oil paintings of the quiet beauty of our longest season in “Winter Light,” on exhibit from November 16through January 16at the Chatham Bookstore. A reception will be held on Friday, November 16, from 5p.m. – 7p.m. at the bookstore, 27Main Street, Chatham. For more information call 518-392-3005or visit https://chathambookstore.com.

CHENEY LIBRARY: Lego Club for grades 1– 3, 4p.m. 73 Classic Street, Hoosick Falls. Visit www.cheneylibrary.org for more information.

CLINICAL CARE CONFERENCE: The Cerebral Palsy Associations of New York State medical Directors’ Council conducts a conference on “Multi-Disciplinary Clinical Care for Patients with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities” on November 16 at the Embassy Suites Hotel, 86Congress Street, Saratoga Springs. Dr. Steven Perlman, Clinical Professor of Pediatric Dentistry at the Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine, will give the keynote address. For more information, visit http://www. cpofnys.org/wp-content/ uploads/2018/ 10/2018Clinical-Conference-ProgramBook.pdf.

EMPAC: The Curtis R. Priem Experimental Media and Performing Arts Center (EMPAC) at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute presents choreographer and disability arts innovator Alice Sheppard, along with the Kinetic Light collaborative, in DESCENT, November 15and 16. Performed on a custom-designed architectural ramp installation with hills, curves, and peaks, DESCENT explores the pleasures of wheeled movement and reckless abandon. Tickets are $18; at least 20% of theater seating is reserved for people with disabilities. Discounts are available for senior citizens, and RPI students and faculty. 7:30p.m., 1108th Street, Troy.

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.

HUDSON MOHAWK WEAVERS’ GUILD: The HudsonMohawk Weavers’ Guild’s 40th annual show and sale on November 15-18features handwoven fashions, furnishings and holiday gifts made by local artisans, fashion shows and weaving and spinning demos. November 16, 11a.m. – 7p.m. at the Pruyn House, 207Old Niskayuna Road, Latham. Free admission and parking. For more information visit https://www.hmwg.org/ show.

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 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.

NORTH COUNTRY ARTS: The opening reception for the “Celebration” Art Exhibition Series takes place on Friday, November 16, from 5p.m. – 7 p.m. at North Country Arts’ main gallery, located at The Shirt Factory, 71Lawrence Street, Suite 114, Glens Falls. The event is free and open to the public; light refreshments will be served. “Celebration” will be on exhibit through January 5. Gallery hours are Thursday-Saturday, 1p.m. – 5 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 17 APPLE PIE SALE: The Rotary Club of Cohoes holds its annual Apple Pie sale on Saturday, November 17. Buy a frozen apple pie for $12and the Cohoes Rotary will donate the proceeds to local charities to do good for those in need. Pick up your pies at the Cohoes Senior Center, 10Cayuga Plaza, from 9a.m. – noon. To order pies email applepie@ rotaryclubofCohoes.org or call Linda at 518-235-4311.

BROUGHT TO LIGHT: Free screenings are scheduled throughout the Capital Region for the documentary “Brought to Light: Unearthing the History of an African-American Cemetery in Kinderhook NY.” The Claverack Free Library hosts the film and a Q& A with filmmaker Barbara Reina on Saturday, November 17, from 4p.m. – 5:30p.m. at 629 NY-23B, Claverack. For more information on the film, visit https://barbarareina.com/ kinderhook-documentary.

CAPITAL DISTRICT GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY: Members share stories, heirlooms and collections representing their memories of holidays in the past. Bring in your own photos, recipes, ornaments and other items or stories. 1p.m., William K. Sanford Colonie Town Library, 629AlbanyShaker Road, Loudonville. Refreshments will follow the stories. The meeting is free and open to the public. For more information visit www. capitaldistrictgenealogicalsociety.org.

CHATHAM BOOKSTORE: In a one-time author/artist event, Hudson-based artist Maude White showcases her cut paper art and presents two books, including her newly published “Leading with Love: Inspiration for Spiritual Activists.” White’s appearance includes a conversation with Thomas Chulak of the Chatham Bookstore and a Q& A. 5p.m. – 7p.m., Chatham Bookstore, 27Main Street, Chatham. Free and open to the public. For more information call 518-392-3005or visit https://chathambookstore.com.

CHRISTMAS IN THE VALLEY: Crafts, gifts, bake sale, raffles, breakfast and lunch

available. 9a.m. – 3p.m., VFW 1938Auxiliary, 242 Poplar Avenue, Valley Falls. COMMUNITY MEAL: 1 p.m. – 3p.m., Bethel Baptist Church, 2165Fifth Avenue, Troy. Call 518-274-4303for more information. CORNER SHOPPE: The Corner Shoppe at Cornerstone Community Church, 570Third Avenue, North Troy is decked out with so many holiday items that they’ve had to expand their hall . Warm winter clothing for the entire family is also available, including coats, gloves, boots and more 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. DOCUMENTARY FILM SCREENING: B’nai Sholom Reform Congregation in Albany will present a screening of the 2004 documentary “Watermarks,” the heartwarming story of the champion women swimmers of the legendary Vienna sports club Hakoah, their survival and their friendship on Saturday, November 17at 7:30p.m. at B’nai Sholom, 420Whitehall Road, Albany. Refreshments will be available. Suggested contribution: $5. For more information, visit www. bnaisholomalbany.org or contact the B’nai Sholom office at 518-482-5283or office@bnaisholom.albany.ny.us.

FRIENDS OF WATERFORD LIBRARY: The Friends of the Waterford Public Library will meet to discuss and plan 2018-2019events and fundraising activities on Saturday, November 17, 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.

GREAT AMERICAN READ: The TV series “The Great American Read” has sparked readers’ interest in the 100 titles nominated as contestants for America’s favorite book. The Troy Public Library hosts an in depth exploration of several books from the Great American Read’s top 100list, focusing on one book each month. During November, the spotlight falls on F. Scott Fitzgerald’s “The Great Gatsby.” On November 17, the library screens the 2013 film adaptation of the novel at 2p.m. at the Main branch, 100Second Street. Copies of the book will be available at the checkout desk. The series continues on November 24. This program is free and open to the public. Advanced registration is recommended. For more information and to register, call the library at 518-2747071or online atwww. thetroylibrary.org. GRIEVING PARENTS SPIRITUAL RETREAT:

The Emmaus Ministry for Grieving Parents Spiritual Retreat for parents who’ve experienced the death of a child of any age, will be held on Saturday, November 17, from 9:30a.m. – 7p.m. at St. Kateri Tekakwitha Parish, 1803Union Street, Schenectady. Donation: Individuals $25, Couples $40. Scholarships are available. Pre-registration is required; go to www.emfgp. org. For more information, call Kristine Rooney at 518370-3136ext. 239.

HAM DINNER: Salem United Methodist Church, 349 Shaver Road (off Route 150) holds its annual Ham Dinner on Saturday, November 17 from 4:30p.m. – 6p.m. $12per person. Homemade crafts will be available; start your holiday shopping early. Reservations can be made by calling the church office at 518-674-3106or by calling/texting Carol at 518-330-7609. For more information visit wslsumc. wordpress.com.

HUDSON MOHAWK WEAVERS’ GUILD: The Hudson-Mohawk Weavers’ Guild’s 40th annual show and sale on November 15-18 features handwoven fashions, furnishings and holiday gifts made by local artisans, fashion shows and weaving and spinning demos. November 17hours are 10 a.m. – 5p.m. at the Pruyn House, 207Old Niskayuna Road, Latham. Free admission and parking. For more information visit https:// www.hmwg.org/show. LITTLE FALLS TRAIN WRECK: On April 19, 1940, the Lake Shore Limited derailed, killing 31and injuring 51others in the deadliest accident in the annals of the New York Central Railroad. Hear the story of the Little Falls Gulf Curve train wreck, presented by members of the Little Falls Historical Society at Middlefield Town Hall. 2p.m., 3137County Rt. 35in the Hamlet of Middlefield.

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.

OPIOID CRISIS PANEL: On Saturday, November 17, at 6p.m., St. Luke’s Recovery Resource Center will host a panel discussion: “It Takes a Village”: Empowering Communities to Help Build and Support Resilient Families in the Midst of the Opioid Crisis”. Panelists will share what they are doing to build a resilient community that helps prevent substance abuse. The forum is preceded by a 12Step Eucharist at 4p.m. and a Community Potluck Dinner follows at St. Luke’s on the Hill, 40 McBride Road, off Pruyn Hill Road, Town of Halfmoon, (GPS Mechanicville, NY 12118.) For more information about the St. Luke’s Recovery Resource Center: www. http://stlukesonthehill.org/ RRC.html.

RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: On Board Game Day, drop in to play board and card games and enjoy snacks. For ages 9-16. 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. SHOPPES AT BETHANY: Bethany Presbyterian Church will hold its annual Shoppes at Bethany on Saturday, November 17, from 9 a.m. – 2p.m. at 21N. Lyons Avenue, Menands . There will be a variety of things to choose from, including baked goods, handmade holiday decorations, games and books, and jewelry. Lunch will be available for purchase.

SQUIRE JACOB CONCERT: Janine Budesheim and Marietta Mitchell have been icons in the area music world for many years and have helped numerous students reach their musical potential. They l bring their considerable talent to the Sand Lake Center for the Arts stage for a great evening of entertainment with Marietta at the keyboard, Janine on the violin, several surprise guests and some surprise audience involvement. 8p.m., 2880NY 43, Averill Park. Adults $18, under 18$10. For reservations call 518-674-2007or visit www.slca-ctp.org. TURKEY SHOOT: Colonie Elks Lodge #2192’s annual raffle of turkeys, pies and bottles of wine takes place on November 17. There will be complimentary hot dogs and refreshments for all players, and you can bring your own food. There will also be door prizes and tables for silent auction items and 50⁄50 raffles. Doors open at 5p.m., raffles start at 6p.m. at 11Elks Lane, Latham. Call 518-785-3557 for more information. VETERANS APPRECIATION LUNCHEON:

The James Busher Memorial Veterans’ Appreciation Luncheon of Italian favorites on Saturday, November 17, is free to all veterans and family members. Noon – 2 p.m., Brunswick Lodge of Elks #2556, 665Brunswick Road, Troy. Sponsored by Brunswick Elks and Ladies Auxiliary. For more information, or to make reservations, please call 518-2379637.

Sunday, Nov. 18 ALBANY PINE BUSH: “Fot Trot for Adults” combines a short, inside presentation on the two species of fox that live in the Pine Bush with a hike to look for signs of them covering approximately one mile over rolling terrain. 1p.m., Albany Pine Bush Discovery Center, 195 New Karner Road, Albany. Reservations are required for this free event. Make reservations by calling 518456-0655or visit www.AlbanyPineBush.org/events. AURIEL CAMERATA: “Cathedra Majesty” kicks off Auriel Camerata’s 5th full season with a performance of the Mass for Double Choir by Swiss composer Frank Martin, along with music by Britten, Poulenc and Taverner, conducted by artistic director Derek Stannard 3 p.m., Cathedral of All Saints, 62South Swan Street, Albany. Adults $24, students with ID $15. Free parking is available on the street or in the lot at the corner of Elk and South Swan.

BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH: Annual Missionary Day with guest preacher Rev. Roxanne Jones-Booth of Riverview Church in Coeymans. 11a.m., 21655th Avenue, Troy. BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: New York State Museum military curator Robert E. Mulligan uses images from the New York Times rotogravure section to highlight the sights, places and events of World War 1as experienced by soldiers from New York State. 2p.m., 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar. BREAKFAST BUFFET: The Cohoes Knights of Columbus host their All You Can East Breakfast Buffet on Sunday, November 18, from 8:30a.m. – 11:30a.m. at 255Remsen Street, Cohoes. Adults $8, free for children under age 5.

CHRISTIAN MUSIC CONCERT: Singer/Recording artist Cheri Taylor will present a Christian music concert at 6p.m. on Sunday, November 18at Oneida Community Church, 197 Sunnyside Road, Queensbury. There is no door charge for this concert, which is sponsored by the WNGN radio concert series. A free-will offering will be taken, and light refreshments will be served. For more information, call the church at 518-745-8611 or 518-793-2276, or email mbailey90@gmail.com. For more information about the Cheri Taylor Ministries, visit www.cheritaylor.org.

FREE CHAMBER CONCERT: The Empire State Youth Orchestra String Orchestra performs with the College of St. Rose Chamber Orchestra at 1p.m. at the Massry Center for the Arts at The College of St. Rose, 1002Madison Avenue, Albany. Free and open to the public.

GREENBUSH HISTORICAL SOCIETY: Join the Greenbush Historical Society on November 18for a presentation by Kay Olan of the Mohawk Nation, Wolf Clan. Native American culture is noted for its rich oral tradition of history passed on from generation to generation. Along with stories of the Mohawk, artifacts of the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois Confederacy) will be displayed. 2p.m., East Greenbush Community Library, 10Community Way. Free and open to the public, but seating is limited. Please register with the library by calling 518-477-7478. HUDSON MOHAWK WEAVERS’ GUILD: The Hudson-Mohawk Weavers’ Guild’s 40th annual show and sale on November 15-18 features handwoven fashions, furnishings and holiday gifts made by local artisans, fashion shows and weaving and spinning demos. November 18hours are noon – 4p.m. at the Pruyn House, 207Old Niskayuna Road, Latham. Free admission and parking. For more informa- tion visit https://www. hmwg.org/show.

I LOVE MY LIBRARY: Market Block Books, 290River Street, hosts a fundraising event for the Troy Public Library on Sunday, November 18, from 11a.m. – 3p.m. The store will donate 20% of all sales to support the Troy Public Library. You can make your purchase count doubly by purchasing from the library’s wish list and donating both the item and 20% of the sale. No bonus book cards or other discounts will be available. Call the library at 518-274-7071 or 518-235-5310for more information.

MELT N’ TOAST: Melt N’ Toast, the Capital Region’s grilled cheese festival, returns on Saturday, November 18, for two sessions from 11a.m. to 2p.m. and 3 p.m. to 6p.m. at Takk House at 553rd Street in Troy. The festival showcases the Capital Region’s culinary and craft beverage landscape, featuring the creativity of local food vendors paired with regional craft beverage producers. Tickets start at $30for early bird general admission ($35after Nov. 2). General admission includes admission to the event, commemorate Melt N’ Toast 2018glass, ten samples of any grilled cheese sandwich, and one beverage ticket. VIP tickets will be $60per person ($70 after Nov. 2). Additional festival information, including tickets, can be found online at meltntoastny.com, on Facebook (fb.com/MeltNToastNY), on Twitter (@ MeltNToastNY), and on Instagram (@MeltNToastNY). SAGE CITY SYMPHONY: On Sunday, November 18, at 4p.m., Sage City Symphony will present a free concert sponsored by the Bank of Bennington at Greenwall Auditorium in the VAPA Building at Bennington College. The concert, directed by guest conductor Ariel Rudiakov, will feature soloist Asiya Korepanova performing Mendelssohn’s Piano Concerto No. 2. Also on the program are “La Valse” by Ravel and “Fêtes” from “Nocturnes” by Debussy. For more information, visit

www.sagecitysymphony.org.

SOUTH TROY TREE

LIGHTING: Join the South Troy community for a Tree Lighting celebration at the newly planted spruce tree. Through NIP beautification funding, the neighbors got together and worked with the City to install a new Christmas tree and remove an unhealthy maple tree. Meet at 5p.m. at the 523 1st Street parking lot near the Polish-American Club. Everyone is encouraged to bring an ornament to help decorate the tree. For more information visit https://www.facebook.com/events/716073375442806/?ti=icl. SUNNY SUNDAYS: Sunny Sundays are your opportunity to take a safe glimpse at the sun. Educators from the Dudley Observatory at miSci will operate their 14inch telescope inside the roll-top roof observatory, allowing visitors to safely look at the sun and search for sunspots. Other objects such as the moon and planets may also be visible. In the event of poor weather, there will be hands-on indoor activities instead. The observatory will be open from 1p.m. - 2:30p.m. every Sunday through December 30. miSci galleries will be open continuously from noon – 5 p.m. Access to the observatory or activities is free with museum admission ($12Adult, $10Senior, $8 Child) at miSci, the Museum of Innovation and Science, 15Nott Terrace Heights, Schenectady. TELLABRATION: The 23rd Annual Tellabration! features humorous, heartwarming and/or dramatic tales of people dealing with sparks which sometimes crate new ideas and sometimes start fires. 3:30p.m., GE Theatre at Proctor’s, 432State Street, Schenectady. Adults $12, $10 apiece in groups; students $6Tickets available at Proctors Box Office or at www. proctors.org. Tellabration ! is a trademark of the National Storytelling Network (www. storynet.org).