Calendar

Monday, Feb. 25

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Intro to the Internet, 10a.m. – noon. This class for computer beginners goes over the basics of using the Internet, focusing primarily on the world wide web. Sign up online at bethlehempubliclibrary.org or call 518-439-9314. BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Senior Bridge Club, 1p.m. Adult Yoga, 6p.m. 4118 State Highway 2, Troy. Call 518-279-4023or visit www. brunswicklibrary.org for more information.

FRENCH FILM FESTIVAL: The theme for the 2019Williams College French Film Festival is “Transitions: Coming of Age in French and Francophone Adolescent Film.” The films redefine the comingof-age story by privileging the perspectives of girls and young women whose experiences trouble expressions of identity, longing and belonging. The series concludes on Monday, February 25, with a 7 p.m. screening of “Polina, danser sa vie” (Angelin Prljocaj and Valerie Müller, 2015) at Images Cinema, 50Spring Street, Williamstown MA. Free and open to the public. HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Cribbage 9a.m., Business meeting 12:45p.m. 69Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-686-7561for more information.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: Aerobics, 9:30a.m. Bowling at Uncle Sam Lanes, 12:30 p.m. Work out with Gym Guru “Ellio,” 1p.m. - 2:45p.m. Troy Senior Center, 19Third Street, Downtown Troy.

Tuesday, Feb. 26

BLACK HISTORY MONTH FILM SERIES: “Glory” (1989). 5p.m., Albany Public Library Arbor Hill/ West Hill Branch, 148Henry Johnson Boulevard, Albany.

BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Tots Class, 10:30a.m. Fiction Book Club discusses “The All Girls Filling Station’s Last Reunion,” 6 p.m. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 279-4023or visit www.brunswicklibrary.org for more information. COMMUNITY COFFEE HOUR: Stephentown Memorial Library would like to invite all Stephentown (and surrounding areas) senior citizens to the Senior Coffee Hour every Tuesday at 1p.m. Get listed: Submit items for the calendar at CALENDAR@TROYRECORD.COM. 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.

DEATH CAFE: At Death Cafe people drink tea, eat sweets and discuss death with no agenda. The object is to increase awareness of death to help people make the most of their finite lives.6:30p.m., Bennett Parlors, Delmar Reformed Church, 386Delaware Avenue, Delmar. Free and open to the public. Hot water, tea and treats are provided; please bring your own mug. For more information call 518-4887921.

EAST SIDE SENIORS: The next meeting of the East Side Seniors will be on Tuesday, February 26, starting at 1p.m. with the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence at the American Legion, Wynantskill.Team 4hosts lunch. There will be no meeting if the Wynantskill schools are closed, and no bocce if the Troy schools are closed or delayed.

HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Card party day, 10:30a.m. Van transportation available for local errands. 69 Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-686-7561for more information.

NORTH GREENBUSH PUBLIC LIBRARY: Story Time with Mrs. Greene 11a.m. North Greenbush Public Library, 141 Main Avenue, Wynantskill. POESTENKILL HISTORICAL SOCIETY: Jack Casey, an avid history buff and attorney for the Town of Poestenkill, returns to the Poestenkill Historical Society on February 26 to present “The Erie Canal.” 7p.m., Town Hall downstairs meeting room, Route 351. Free and open to the public; refreshments will be provided. 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.

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. Special Halloween treats put together by the library staff will be served to kids and teens at 3 p.m. Rensselaer Public Library is located across the street from the Amtrak parking lot. To learn more, see http://rensselaerlibrary.org/ or visit the library’s Facebook page. TROY SENIOR CENTER: 9 a.m., Knitting and Crocheting. 10:30a.m., Health & Wellness activities. Arts 4Vets meets every Tuesday at 10:30a.m. Call 270-5349to make a noon lunch reservation, or 2705348for more information. TROY’S UNDERGROUND RAILROAD: Special guest speaker Paul Stewart of the Underground Railroad History Project tells the stories of the people important to the success of the Underground Railroad in the Capital District . 6p.m., Troy Public Library, 100Second Street. Free and open to the public; advance registration is recommended. For more information and to register, call 518-274-7071or visit www.thetroylibrary.org.

Wednesday, Feb. 27

BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Senior Bridge, 1 p.m. Adult Yoga, 6p.m. 4118 State Highway 2, Troy. Call 518-279-4023or visit www. brunswicklibrary.org for more information.

GRAFTON COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Tots Class, 10:30 a.m. 2455NY-2, Grafton. Call 518-279-0580or visit www. graftoncommunitylibrary.org for more information. HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Bone Builders, 10:30a.m. Exercise class 1 p.m. Motor vehicle available 10a.m. - 2p.m. Cards. 69 Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-686-7561for more information.

INTERACTIVE MUSIC WORKSHOP: The Pilgrimage of African American Music History Project concludes a two-part interactive workshop series with live performances

by local artists celebrating the contributions of African culture to American music. 6p.m. – 7:30p.m., Albany Public Library Howe Branch, 105Schuyler Street, Albany. Light refreshments provided. Register by calling 518-472-9485. 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.

SPEIGLE ELDERS: The Speigle Elders hold their first meeting of 2019at 12:30p.m. on Wednesday, February 27. The agenda includes a complimentary sub luncheon; collection for the monthly charity; payment of 2019-20dues and finalization of plans for the March 13Soup & Bread lunch. 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, including winter coats and accessories. WINDOW REPLACEMENT WORKSHOP: Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County offers a free Window Replacement training at Capital South Campus Center, 20Warren Street, Albany, on Wednesday, February 27, from 6p.m. – 8p.m. Workshop topics include lead poisoning prevention, tools needed, cost benefits and energy savings. Educational resources and free cleaning supplies will be provided to participants. Pre-registration is required. To register, or for more information, contact Al at ARK249@cornell.edu or 518-765-3529. Online registration is available at https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/ event_ registration/main/ events.cfm?dept=201.

Thursday, Feb. 28

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Adobe Premiere Elements 2018training, 6:30p.m. – 8:30p.m. Learn how to create a professional looking video suitable for a variety of media. Sign up online at bethlehempubliclibrary.org or call 518-4399314.

BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Tots Class, 10:30a.m. Knitting Group, 1 p.m. STEAM, 4p.m. Financial Peace University, 6:30 p.m. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 518-279-4023or visit www.brunswicklibrary. org for more information. CORNER SHOPPE: The Corner Shoppe at Cornerstone Community Church, 570Third Avenue, North Troy is open every Thursday and Saturday, 9a.m. – 1p.m. Visit www.facebook.com/ CornerstoneChurchintheburgh for more information or call 518-235-3851. DUDLEY OBSERVATORY: Every Thursday, rain or shine, join miSci, the Museum of Innovation and Science, for “Evenings at the Dudley Observatory”. Educators from the Dudley Observatory at miSci will operate their 14-inch telescope inside the roll-top roof observatory, allowing visitors to see stars, planets, galaxies, and more each night. In the event of poor weather, there will be hands-on activities indoors. The observatory at 15Nott Terrace, Schenectady, will be open from 6:30p.m. – 8 p.m. through March 7, 2019. miSci galleries will be open continuously from 9a.m. until the observatory closes. Access to the observatory or activities is free with museum admission ($12Adult, $10Senior, $8Child, free for miSci members). GRAFTON COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Adult Yoga, 5 p.m. 2455NY-2, Grafton. Call 518-279-0580or visit www.graftoncommunitylibrary.org for more information.

HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Bingo, 12;45p.m. Cards. Van Transportation available. 69Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-6867561to reserve noon dinner or for more information. RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Teen Anime Club for ages 13-18, 5p.m. - 7 p.m. Drop in and get help with a computer, phone or other device, and get your questions answered from 5:30p.m. – 7p.m. 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.

TROY PUBLIC LIBRARY: Understanding Shakespeare Workshop: Act 1of “King Lear” with Tom Bulger. 6:30p.m. – 7:30p.m., 100 Second Street, Downtown Troy. Continues Thursdays through March 28. Copies of “King Lear” are available at the circulation desk. Free and open to the public; registration required. To register or for more information, call 518-274-7071or visit www.thetroylibrary.org.

Friday, March 1

BERKSHIRE SYMPHONY: The Williams College Department of Music presents the Berkshire Symphony, conducted by Ronald Feldman, in a program of music by Mendelssohn and Peter Maxwell Davies, with guest artist Haldan Martinson, violin, joining the orchestra for Max Bruch’s “Scottish Fantasy.” 8p.m., Chapin Hall, Williams College, Williamstown MA. Mr. Feldman will give a pre-concert talk at 7:15p.m. in Brooks-Rogers Recital Hall,adjacent to the venue. For more information visit http://music. williams.edu. BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Winter Reading Challenge Finale. 5 p.m., 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 518-279-4023or visit www.brunswicklibrary. org for more information. EVERETT WAGAR SENIOR CENTER: Chair Yoga, 9:45 a.m., Membership Meeting 11a.m., Congregate Lunch noon, cards and games, 1 p.m. Transportation available. 2Roxborough Road, Grafton. Call 518-279-3413 for more information. FIRST FRIDAY DEVOTIONAL SERVICES: St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church, located at 600State Street, Schenectady, will have Devotions to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, including Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, following the 12:15p.m. Mass on Friday, March 1.The public is cordially invited. The church is handicapped accessible and parking is available in the lot behind the church. For more information, call 518-3744466ext.13.

HOME & LIFESTYLE SHOW: Just in time for the mid-winter blahs to start giving way to spring fever, the Saratoga Springs Rotary Club Home & Lifestyle Show returns to the Saratoga Springs City Center on March 1-3. With free admission for all ages courtesy of the show’s major sponsor, The Adirondack Trust Company, this is an opportunity no one in the Capital Region can afford to miss. Friday hours are 5p.m.- 8p.m. at 522Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Visit https://www. saratoga.com/event/saratoga-home-show-85268/ for more information. HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Yoga 10:30a.m. Bingo 12:30p.m. Cards. 69Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-686-7561to reserve noon dinner or for more information.

SUSAN ORLEAN: Journalist and bestselling author Susan Orlean take part in a conversation with WAMC’s Joe Donahue as part of UAlbany’s “The Creative Life” series. 8p.m., Recital Hall, UAlbany Performing Arts Center.

Saturday, March 2

ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST: Poestenkill Christian Church, 721Snyder’s Road, holds its monthly All-YouCan-Eat Breakfast on Saturday, March 2, from 8a.m. - 11a.m. Adults $8, children under 10$3.50.

EPHS OUT LOUT: On Saturday, starting at 1p.m., Ephs Out Loud, a Williams College student-led initiative designed to promote community engagement and collaboration through music, offers musical crafts, facepainting, and an instrument petting zoo. From 1:15p.m. - 1:45p.m. there will be a workshop with the Williams College Choirs. At 2p.m. in Chapin Hall the Berkshire Symphony joins the party with music and fun for everyone. All events are free and in the Bernhard Music Center, Williams College, Williamstown MA. For more information visit http://music.williams.edu.

HOME & LIFESTYLE SHOW: Just in time for the mid-winter blahs to start giving way to spring fever, the Saratoga Springs Rotary Club Home & Lifestyle Show returns to the Saratoga Springs City Center on March 1-3. With free admission for all ages courtesy of the show’s major sponsor, The Adirondack Trust Company, this is an opportunity no one in the Capital Region can afford to miss. Saturday hours are 10 a.m. – 6p.m. with the Mac ‘n Cheese Bake-Off from 11 a.m. – 3p.m. at 522Broad- way, Saratoga Springs. Visit https://www.saratoga.com/ event/saratoga-homeshow-85268/ for more information. KALEIDOSCOPE IN FIBER: “Kaleidoscope in Fiber,” a show of works from artists Carol Law Conklin, Charlene Leary and Kris Gregson Moss, opens March 2and runs through March 27at Friends Gallery at Crandall Public Library, 251Glen Street, Glens Falls. An opening reception will be held on Thursday, March 7, from 5p.m. to 7p.m. with light refreshments served. MATTISON HOLLOW CROSS- COUNTRY: Join Rensselaer Land Trust for a snowshoe/cross-country ski trip at scenic Mattison Hollow in Cherry Plain, using both a State Forest trail and a Land Trust member’s private trails to see a waterfall in its winter splendor. If snow conditions are poor, there’ll be a hike. Distance is about three miles, with some moderate slopes. Bring gear appropriate for the weather: snowshoes, micro spikes/snow cleats, or hiking boots. Wear warm clothes and bring water and snack. Start time 10a.m. at a meeting place to be provided after registration. Suggested donation $5. Register in advance with Nick Conrad at nbconrad@ msn.com.

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.

NORTH COUNTRY ARTS: Youth Visions Exhibition Reception, 5p.m. - 7p.m., The Shirt Factory, 71Lawrence Street, Suite #114, Glens Falls. Light refreshments will be served. The exhibition continues through March 9.

RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Slime-pocolypse!, 1 p.m. Make slime to take over the world in this Super Silly Science project for ages 5-12. 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.

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, including winter coats and accessories. WINTER WILDLIFE: Join Mud Creek Environmental Learning Center for an animal tracking hike on Saturday, March 2. The program starts at the Learning Center where Certified Wildlife Biologist and Education Program Coordinator Pamela Prince will talk about identifying animal tracks. Then head out to the trail to enjoy the brisk winter air and look for signs of rabbits, foxes, deer and possibly a bobcat. Noon – 1:30 p.m., snow or no snow, 1024 State Route 66, Ghent. Free; registration requested. To register, contact Pamela Price at 518-267-3313.

Sunday, March 3

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Sunday Cinema (2:30p.m.) features titles suitable for adult audiences. See www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org for a list of titles. Films are shown with subtitling for the deaf and hard of hearing when possible. 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar.

BREAKFAST BUFFET: Waterford Knights of Columbus serves up a breakfast buffet and omelet station on the first Sunday of each month from 8:30a.m. – 11:30a.m. at the K of C Hall, 76Grace Street, Waterford. Adults $8, children $4(under age 4free). Each paid breakfast ticket enters you in a chance to win a free breakfast at a later date. For more information call 518-237-9330. CULTURAL FAIR/OPEN HOUSE: RiverRun Community Montessori is hosting a Cultural Fair and Open House on Sunday, March 3.Each class will be showing student work highlighting an aspect of the Montessori peace and cultural curriculum. 2p.m. - 4p.m., 2117 Union Street, Schenectady. For more information about the event, please call 518937-9338or email office@ riverrunmontessori.org. ENGLISH COUNTRY DANCE: An English Country Dance will be held on March 3at Channing Hall of the First Unitarian Universalist Church. Dances will be called and taught by Chris Riccioti to live music by Carol Compton and Thal Aylward. An Introductory Workshop at 1:30p.m. is followed by dancing from 2p.m. - 5p.m. at 405 Washington Avenue, Albany. All are welcome, no experience or partner is necessary. Admission $12at the door, $10members. Sponsored by Capital English Country Dancers. For more information, visit www.danceflurry. org/capital-english or call 518-477-5684.

HOME & LIFESTYLE SHOW: Just in time for the mid-winter blahs to start giving way to spring fever, the Saratoga Springs Rotary Club Home & Lifestyle Show returns to the Saratoga Springs City Center on March 1-3. With free admission for all ages courtesy of the show’s major sponsor, The Adirondack Trust Company, this is an opportunity no one in the Capital Region can afford to miss. Sunday hours are 10a.m. – 4p.m. with a tool demo from noon – 1:30p.m. and kids’ activities with Balloon Gal Jenny and JoJo’s Face Painting from noon – 3p.m. at 522Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Visit https://www. saratoga.com/event/saratoga-home-show-85268/ for more information.

OLD FASHIONED MUSICAL AFTERNOON: Join the New Scotland Historical Association for an afternoon of traditional Celtic, early American, French-Canadian and international tunes with the local musicians of Tamarack. 2p.m., Wyman Osterhout Community Center, 7Old New Salem Road, Voorheesville. Free and open to the public. The museum will be open 30minutes before the program. PENNY SOCIAL: St. Michael’s Church, located on Page Avenue in Cohoes, hosts its annual Penny Social on Sunday, March 3. Doors open at 11:30a.m., with games starting at 2 p.m. Food, desserts and beverages will be available. Admission is free. For more information call Maria at 518-782-1203or Michelle at 518-235-3292. STEPHENTOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETY: Sand Lake Town Historian Bob Moore presents “Murder in Sand Lake: Who Killed Hazel Drew?” on Sunday, March 3, to the Stephentown Historical Society. Learn of an unsolved murder from over 100 years ago and the detective work and national notoriety that surrounded the case. 2 p.m., Stephentown Heritage Center, 4Staples Road (corner of Garfield Road), Stephentown. The program is free and the building is handicapped accessible. For directions, telephone 518733-0010.

Monday, March 4

AFTERNOON MUSIC EVENT: Singles Outreach

invites members and nonmembers to a delightful late afternoon event featuring professional talented area musicians performing many styles of music, including bluegrass, country, gospel and more. Bring a snack or beverage to share with others. After the music event, enjoy conversation and then stay for a movie and popcorn. You can also learn more about Singles Outreach and the events held each month. 4p.m.,Singles Outreach Community Room at Hanover Square 435New Karner Road, (Hill Entrance), Colonie.

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Open Sewing, 6 p.m. - 8p.m. Sewing machines available; bring your own supplies. Better Angels Capital Region Alliance is a bipartisan citizens’ movement to bring red and blue Americans together into a working alliance to participate in public life. Anyone interested in improving communication with people on the other side of the political aisle is welcome to attend tonight’s 6p.m. meeting at the library, 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Senior Bridge Club, 1p.m. Adult Yoga, 6 p.m. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 518-279-4023or visit www.brunswicklibrary. org for more information. HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Cribbage 9a.m., Yoga, 10:30a.m. Cards. 69Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-686-7561for more information.

TROY PUBLIC LIBRARY: The Troy Public Library’s Evening Book Group discusses Edna O’Brien’s “The Little Red Chairs” on Monday, March 4. The monthly book group discusses a wide range of book selections. New members are always welcome. Monthly participation isn’t necessary; come for the books that interest you. 6:30p.m., 100Second Street, Downtown Troy. For more information call 518-274-7071or visit www. thetroylibrary.org.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: Aerobics, 9:30a.m. Bowling at Uncle Sam Lanes, 12:30 p.m. Work out with Gym Guru “Ellio,” 1p.m. - 2:45 p.m. Troy Senior Center, 19 Third Street, Downtown Troy.

Tuesday, March 5

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC

LIBRARY: Historian David Pitlyk will talk about the Battle of Bennington, a decisive victory over British forces in the summer of 1777and how it has been commemorated over time. 7 p.m. - 8p.m., 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar. BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Tots Class, 10:30a.m. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 279-4023 or visit www.brunswicklibrary.org for more information.

COMMUNITY COFFEE HOUR: Stephentown Memorial Library would like to invite all Stephentown (and surrounding areas) senior citizens to the Senior Coffee Hour every Tuesday at 1 p.m. This is a time to gather with friends, enjoy some coffee and baked goods and participate in activities presented by Library staff member Maria Spear. Stephentown Memorial Library is located at 472NY-43in Stephentown.

HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Card party day, 10:30a.m. March birthday cake and trivia contest, 12:30p.m. Van transportation available for local errands. 69Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-6867561for more information. NORTH GREENBUSH PUBLIC LIBRARY: Story Time with Mrs. Greene 11 a.m. North Greenbush Public Library, 141Main Avenue, Wynantskill.

NYS WRITERS INSTITUTE: Bestselling author Mark Nepo, who graduated with a Doctor of Arts in English from UAlbany in 1980, speaks on “The Power of Community” and holds a Q& A, starting at 7:30p.m. at Page Hall, 135Western Avenue on the UAlbany Downtown Campus. PANCAKE SUPPER: Good Shepherd Lutheran Church holds a Pancake Supper on Tuesday, March 5from 4:30p.m. – 6:30p.m. at 510Albany Shaker Road, Loudonville. Adults $8, children 6-12$5, under 6free. Proceeds will be given to the Help Center (food pantry) at the Capital Church on Vly Road in Colonie. Contact 518-458-1562for more information. POESTENKILL SENIORS: Weekly meetings every Tuesday at 1p.m. at the Sullivan-Jones post in Poestenkill. All seniors are welcome. Coffee and refreshments are served after the meeting, following by Bingo and cards. The hall is handicapped accessible with sufficient parking. The Poestenkill Seniors have catered lunches, pizza, clamsteams, fish fries and luncheons at various restaurants, informational talks on senior safety and bus trips to casinos, theaters and other points of interest. RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Pre-K Storytime for ages 2-6, 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. Special Halloween treats put together by the library staff will be served to kids and teens at 3p.m. 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.

SHROVE TUESDAY PANCAKE SUPPER: Some people call it Shrove Tuesday and others Fat Tuesday. Whatever you call it, stop by Gilead Lutheran church in Center Brunswick for a pancake supper featuring pancakes and sausage with apple sauce or maple syrup, and homemade cookies for dessert. 4p.m. – 6p.m. at the junction of Routes 7and 278in Center Brunswick. A free-will offering would be appreciated.

TACKLE YOUR DEBT: Learners at this session will develop an effective debt paydown strategy, consider appropriate debt levels and reflect on what is considered good and bad debt. 6p.m. – 7:30p.m., SEFCU Atrium, 700Patroon Creek Boulevard, Albany. Recommended for ages 18 and above. Reservations are required; please visit www. sefcu.com/financialeducation to reserve your spot. TRAVEL PRESENTATION: La Fédération FrancoAméricaine du NY’S 2020 trip, “France Magnifique” (April 23- May 7), features the 75th Anniversary of D-Day & Normandy. A free travel presentation will take place on Tuesday, March 5, at 6p.m. at Plaza Travel Center, 623New Loudon Road, Latham. RSVP to Lisa at 518-785-3338or lisa@ plazatravel.net.

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. TROY PUBLIC LIBRARY: Floral Watercolor Workshop with Joy Ting Charde, Tuesdays at 6p.m. through March 26at 100Second Street, Downtown Troy. For ages 16+. No experience necessary. Free and open to the public. For more information call 518-274-7071or visit www.thetroylibrary.org.

Wednesday, March 6

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: In a Women’s History Month event. Lorraine Weiss from the Shaker Heritage Society will talk about some of the key women in the Watervliet Shaker Community. 1p.m. - 2p.m., 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Senior Bridge, 1p.m. Adult Yoga, 6p.m. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 518-279-4023or visit www.brunswicklibrary.org for more information. EVERETT WAGAR SENIOR CENTER: Peter Goebel of the Rensselaer County Veteran Service Agency will talk about services available for veterans and answer any questions residents might have. 11a.m., 6Roxborough Road, Grafton. Please stay for a nutritious lunch following the presentation for a suggested donation of $3. Meals are available Monday - Friday to all Rensselaer County residents age 60or older. Call 518-279-3413to be added to the list. HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Bone Builders, 10:30a.m. Exercise class 1 p.m. Motor vehicle available 10a.m. - 2p.m. Cards. 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 4N. Lyons Avenue, Menands. For more information, call 518-4634035.

NYS WRITERS INSTITUTE: Bestselling author Mark Nepo discusses his approach to poetry in a Craft Talk on “The Medicine of Poetry.” 4:15p.m., MultiPurpose Room, UAlbany Campus Center West Addition.

ST. JOSEPH’S ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH: Ashes will be blessed and distributed during the 12:15p.m. Mass on Ash Wednesday, March 6, at St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church, 600 State Street, Schenectady. Ashes will also be distributed at 7p.m. as part of a special Ecumenical Prayer Service with EmmanuelFriedens and First United Methodist churches. The public is cordially invited to St. Joseph’s Lenten observances. For more information, please call 518-3744466ext. 13.

SENIOR SCIENCE: Explore miSci – the Museum of Science and Innovation – on a quiet afternoon and join Outreach Astronomer Dr. Valerie-Rapson for a presentation on “The Lifecycle of Stars.” 3p.m. – 4p.m., 15Nott Terrace Heights, Schenectady. Cost: miSci admission ($12adults, $10 for ages 65+); free for miSci members. For more information email info@dudleyobservatory.org.

SOCIAL SECURITY: Award-winning author Brian Doherty reveals the three most popular “Massively Misguided” reasons people use to justify claiming Social Security benefits early, even though doing so may not be in their best interest. Doherty will explain four critical things everyone should know before claiming their benefits. Free and open to the public; advance registration is required. To register, or for more information, call the Troy Public Library at 518-274-7071or visit www.thetroylibrary.org. 6p.m., 100Second Street, Downtown Troy.

TACKLE YOUR DEBT: Learners at this session will develop an effective debt paydown strategy, consider appropriate debt levels and reflect on what is considered good and bad debt. 6p.m. – 7:30p.m., SEFCU Square Branch, 469 State Street, Schenectady. Recommended for ages 18 and above. Reservations are required; please visit www. sefcu.com/financialeducation to reserve your spot. THRIFT SHOP: Johnsonville Methodist Church, 22 Bridge Street, Route 40 to 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, including winter coats and accessories.

WILLIAMS COLLEGE CONCERT: The Williams College Department of Music presents pianist Paul Lewis performing works by Haydn, Beethoven and Brahms on Wednesday, March 6, at 8p.m. in Chapin Hall on the Williams College campus in Williamstown MA. Mr. Lewis holds a master class on Tuesday, March 5at 4:15p.m. featuring talented Williams pianists in Brooks-Rogers Recital Hall. These events are free and open to the public. For more information visit http://music.williams.edu.

Thursday, March 7

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Enjoy some fun and stories before bedtime at the library’s PajamaRama, for children up to age 6with family. 7p.m. - 7:30 p.m., 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar.

BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Tots Class, 10:30a.m. Knitting group, 1 p.m. STEAM, 4p.m. Financial Peace University, 6:30 p.m. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 518-279-4023or visit www.brunswicklibrary. org for more information.