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Sunday, Aug. 4 COAST GUARD BIRTHDAY: The United States Coast Guard, one of the country’s five armed services, is a unique agency of the federal government. The service was founded on August 4, 1790 when the first Congress authorized the construction of ten vessels to enforce tariff and trade laws and prevent smuggling. Known variously as the Revenue Marine and the Revenue Cutter Service, the Coast Guard expanded in size and responsibilities as the nation grew. Friends of the USS SLATER will commemorate the 229th Birthday of the United States Coast Guard on Sunday, August 4at 9:00a.m. with a ceremony aboard the ship in Albany. “Coasties” and their friends and families are invited to attend. It is appropriate to celebrate the Coast Guard’s Birthday aboard USS SLATER as during World War II the Coast Guard manned hundreds of Navy and Army vessels including 30Destroyer Escorts. Coast Guard-manned ships hunted enemy submarines, protected convoys to Europe, delivered troops and supplies to the various theaters of the war, and operated landing craft which delivered troops to the invasion beaches. Coast Guard cutters and destroyer escorts played a pivotal role fighting Nazi U-Boats in the Battle of the Atlantic. Following the war, during the 1950s, destroyer escorts were once again called into Coast Guard service to serve as weather ships. The SLATER volunteer crew includes a strong Coast Guard contingent, dedicated to preserving a piece of American history. USS SLATER is open Wednesday through Sunday, 10a.m. to 4 p.m., through December 1st. Admission is $9for adults and $7for children. The ship is located on the Hudson River in Downtown Albany just south of the Dunn Memorial Bridge. Call 518-4311943for more information or visit the website at www. ussslater.org.

APPRAISERS ROADSHOW:

benefitting Dance Crazy, notfor-profit that teaches ballroom dance in local schools. Sunday, August 4, 9:30to 6:00, American Legion Post #1520, 4Everett Road Ext., Albany, NY 12205. Antiques and collectibles appraised; $5per item evaluated. www. dancecrazykids.org 518-5268775.

ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST: Waterford Knights of Columbus - Our buffet featuring our famous Omelet

Get listed: Submit items for the calendar at CALENDAR@TROYRECORD.COM. Station, Eggs cooked to order, Pancakes, (plain and blueberry) French toast, sausage, bacon, home fries, toast, bagels, pastries, coffee, tea, orange and apple juices, hot chocolate. Take a chance to win the 50⁄50 drawing. Each paid breakfast ticket also enters you in a chance to win a free breakfast at a later date. 8:3011:30a.m.Sunday August 4th, 2019and every 1st Sunday of the month at the K of C Hall, 76Grace Street, Waterford - 518-237-9330. $8.00adult - $4.00children – (Children under 4free).

Monday, Aug. 5

DOLLAR BINGO: Rensselaer County’s Hoosick Falls Senior Center at 69Church Street, Hoosick Falls, will continue Dollar Bingo on Mondays for the month of August starting at 10:30. Participants should bring a wrapped $1. mystery item to be used as a prize. Items can be practical, funny, edible, or whatever you wish to give. A limited supply of $1items will be available for purchase at the center. Please plan to stay for a nutritious lunch at noon. Call the center at 518-686-7561 to be added to the lunch list. All residents 60and older are invited to attend this fun event.

BOOK DISCUSSION: The Troy Public Library’s Evening Book Group will be discussing Natural Causes: An Epidemic of Wellness, the Certainty of Dying, and Killing Ourselves to Live Longer by Barbara Ehrenreich on Monday, August 5th at 6:30PM. Our monthly book group meets to discuss a wide range of book selections. New members are always welcomed. Monthly participation is not necessary, come for the books that interest you! This discussion is free and open to the public. For more information call the library at 274-7071or online at www.thetroylibrary.org Troy Public Library is located at 100Second Street, Troy.

Tuesday, Aug. 6 CLASSIC GUITAR CONCERT: The Troy Public Library is pleased to announce a Classical Guitar concert to be held Tuesday August 6th at 6:30PM at the Troy Public Library’s Main location. Come relax and unwind as you listen to some of the most beautiful music for the classical guitar performed by one of the area’s leading performers, William Simcoe. This project is made possible with funds from the Decentralization Program, a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew Cuomo and the New York State Legislature and administered by The Arts Center of the Capital Region. For more information call the library at 274-7071or online at www. thetroylibrary.org. The Troy Public Library is located at 100Second Street, Troy.

UNDERSTANDING & MANAGING CREDIT: Recommended for ages 18+, Tuesday, August 6th, 6pm-7:30pm – SEFCU, 700 Patroon Creek Boulevard, Albany. Financial decisions you make today will greatly impact your future. When using credit you are spending your future income. This concept will be the backdrop of this session where learners will explore managing credit responsibly, how to obtain credit and the meaning of credit scores and credit reports. Registration is required. Please visit www. sefcu.com/financialeducation to reserve your spot today! POESTENKILL SENIORS: The Poestenkill Seniors hold weekly meetings every Tuesday at 1p.m. at the Sullivan Jones VFW Post in Poestenkill. All seniors are welcome. Coffee and refreshments are served after the meeting, followed by bingo and cards. The hall is handicap accessible, with sufficient parking. The Poestenkill Seniors hold catered luncheons, clamsteams and fish fries at the hall and also at various restaurants. Best of all they go on bus trips to casinos and other points of interest.

FLYING SAUCERS: Tuesday August 6at 1PM. Make a fun alien spacecraft! Ages 6-11. Rensselaer Public Library, 676East St., Rensselaer. (518) 462-1193. www.rensselaerlibrary.org.

PRE-K STORYTIME: Tuesdays at 11am. Ages 2-6, no sign-up needed. Siblings welcome. Rensselaer Public Library, 676East St., Rensselaer. (518) 462-1193. www. rensselaerlibrary.org.

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT: 6 p.m. at Burden Iron-Works Museum on Polk Street in South Troy.

TOTS DANCE CLASS:

Tuesday, August 6, 10:30 a.m. Brunswick Community Library, 4118State Highway 2. www.brunswicklibrary.org. (518) 279-4023.

NATURE ARTS HOUR: Leaf Creatures- Join us for a walk to collect materials with interesting shapes and colors. We will then them to design your own leaf creatures. On Tuesdays From 10:00- 11:00 am Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park will be hosting free Nature Arts Hours under the pavilion at Camp Saratoga on Scout Road. Each Tuesday will feature a different creative nature arts project. Please use Parking Lot #1located on Scout Road directly across from Delegan Pond. Registration is not required but it is appreciated so that there are enough supplies for all participants. For more information about the program or to register, please contact the Park Office at 518-4500321or email info@wiltonpreserve.org. For up to date program trail and program information, visit the website at www.wiltonpreserve.org.

NEBULA JARS: Tuesday, August 6, 2p.m. Brunswick Community Library, 4118 State Highway 2. www. brunswicklibrary.org. (518) 279-4023.

Wednesday, Aug. 7 THRIFT SHOP: Johnsonville Methodist Church, 22 Bridge St., Johnsonville 12094. Route 40to Route 67 East. Look for our sign at the corner of Route 111& Route 67. Open 9-12Wednesdays and the first Saturday of each month. Newly arrived clothing and household goods every week, special occasion dresses and gowns, jewelry, purses, shoes, toys and over 1000books.

SPACE LAB: Robots. Wednesdays at 2PM Ages 5-12Create and explore in our maker lab. Please sign up for individual sessions so we will know what supplies we need. Rensselaer Public Library, 676East St., Rensselaer. (518) 462-1193. www.rensselaerlibrary.org.

STEPHENTOWN VETERANS MEETING: The Stephentown Veterans meet on the first Wednesday of each month. All veterans are welcome to attend. 6:00 PM – 7:00PM Stephentown Fire Hall.

Thursday, Aug. 8 TRIVIA AND DINE-TO-DONATE NIGHT FOR LITERACY: Get ready for a fun evening of trivia along with dinner on Thursday, August 8th. Dinner will be served from 5:00-9:00p.m., and the trivia game starts at 6:00 p.m. Enjoy a great meal at the Recovery Sports Grill at the Hilton Garden Inn, Troy and test your trivia knowledge. You can dine and play, just

play or just dine. It costs $5 to play trivia, and teams of up to 8people can participate. The winner will receive a prize! Check the website for a downloadable coupon to present at the event: www. lvorc.org. Proceeds from the event will help Literacy Volunteers of Rensselaer County to provide free literacy services to adults and children in our community. For more information, call (518) 2444650.

NORTHERN TIER PICNIC:

Rensselaer County’s Hoosick Falls Senior Center and Everett Wagar Senior Center members will host the Northern Tier Picnic on August 8, 2019at the St. Stanislaw Polish Hall Pavilion at 12Mechanic Street, Hoosick Falls. This covered dish event is open to all Rensselaer County residents 60and older. Thank you to our sponsors - CDPHP, BSNENY, MVP and Fidelis for making this event possible, and to local businesses that made a donation for prizes. We will have bingo and games, live music entertainment by Bob Treffiletti, and door prizes. Please bring a covered dish to share. This is an event you won’t want to miss. For more information call the Hoosick Falls Senior Center at (518) 686-7561 or the Everett Wagar Senior Center at (518) 279-3413.

TROY HOUSING AUTHORITY MEETING: There will be a Meeting of the Members of Troy Housing Authority held on Thursday, August 8, 2019 at 4:30p.m. The meeting will be held at the Arnold E. Fallon Apartments, 847River Street, Troy. Persons with a hearing impairment may contact us through the Relay Service Line at 711or 1-800662-1220.

ITALIAN MEAL ON THE LAWN: Aug. 8, 5p.m. - 8p.m. Join us on the front lawn of the Museum and includes Italian food, refreshments, entertainment, and a children’s craft table. The Museum will be open for touring. Take out is also available. American Italian Heritage Association and Museum, 1227 Central Ave., Albany. (518) 435-1979.

RUSSELL SAGE LECTURE:

Russell Sage, The Money King. The Friends of Oakwood will offer a lecture on Thursday August 8at 7pm at the Earl Chapel. Please note this is a change in date from our

brochure listing. Call to register: 518-328-0090. Pay on arrival. $15.pp Michael Barrett will present the intriguing details of the life of Russell Sage. A quintessential Robber Baron of the Gilded Age, Sage was most likely the wealthiest man in America at the time of his death in 1906. His wife’s reaction to his passing is one of the greatest stories of philanthropic retaliation in American history. Light refreshments will follow. Presented by the Friends of Oakwood, a 501(c)3nonprofit volunteer group working to support the preservation and maintenance of the non-sectarian chapel and grounds of Troy’s still-active historic 19th C. Oakwood Cemetery. New members are always welcome.

TEEN ANIME CLUB:

Thursdays 5-7PM. Ages 1318. Watch anime, discuss manga and pop culture, and hang out with your friends. Rensselaer Public Library, 676East St., Rensselaer. (518) 462-1193. www.rensselaerlibrary.org.

STEAM MOON PHASES:

Thursday, August 8, 4p.m. Brunswick Community Library, 4118State Highway 2. www.brunswicklibrary.org. (518) 279-4023. Friday, Aug. 9 BIRTHDAY CELEBRA

TION/ TRIVIA: Rensselaer County’s Everett Wagar Senior Center, 2Roxborough Road, Grafton NY will celebrate the August birthdays on Friday, August 9th at 12:30. Join us for a nutritious lunch at noon (Chef Salad) for a suggested donation of $3.00. There will be birthday cake followed by a fun game of Trivia. All Rensselaer County residents 60and older are welcome join the fun. Please sign up for lunch at 518-279-3413.

SEEDSTOCK BEEF PRODUCTION: Cornell Cooperative Extension, Albany County and the Capital Area Agriculture & Horticulture Program will present Seedstock Beef Production on August 9, 2019. This meeting is being held at Trowbridge Farms, 1192 County Route 22, Ghent, NY 12075from 6:00- 8:00 pm, and is led by CAAHP Commercial Livestock Educator, Ashley Pierce. Join Phil Trowbridge and family, well known nationwide for their high quality animals, to learn the ins and outs of selling elite genetics, which include heifer calves, cows, bulls, embryo packages, and more. The staff from New York State Agriculture and Markets will be joining the meeting to discuss the new regulations on tagging and identification of cattle. To take advantage of the early registration price of $10 per person, please register and pay by August 7, 2019. You may register online at https://tinyurl.com/SeedstockBeef. Registration at the door will be $15per person. If you would like to register by phone or have questions, please contact (518) 765-3518or ccecaahp@cornell.edu. FSA Borrower Training Credits are approved for this class. SPECIAL NEEDS CHAIR YOGA: Aug. 9, 1p.m. Brunswick Community Library, 4118State Highway 2. www.brunswicklibrary.org. (518) 279-4023.

ACRYLIC POUR PAINTINGl August 9, 6p.m. Please Register. Brunswick Community Library, 4118State Highway 2. www.brunswicklibrary.org. (518) 279-4023. Saturday, Aug. 10 FISH COUNT: Rensselaer Land Trust will host the Eighth Annual Great Hudson River Estuary Fish Count at Schodack Island State Park on Saturday, August 10, 2019from 7:00P.M. to 8:30 P.M. The public is invited to help explore the amazing variety of slippery, wriggly, and fascinating creatures usually hidden below the river’s surface. Schodack Island State Park is located at 1Schodack Island Way, Schodack Landing, NY 12156. There are no Park entrance fees applicable after 4:00P.M. for this

event. For event schedule and more details, visit www. renstrust.org.

15TH ANNUAL CARDBOARD BOAT RACES:

Calling all sailors! Join the fun with Hudson Crossing Park’s 15th Annual Cardboard Boat Races! Held every year at Fort Hardy Park in Schuylerville, the Cardboard Boat Race is a fun and creative community day on the Hudson River. Join us on Saturday, August 10, 2019 (rain date Sunday, August 11, 2019) at Fort Hardy Park beach on Route 29in Schuylerville from 8a.m. to 3p.m. Admission is free for spectators. On-site registration and cardboard boat construction is open from 8to 11a.m., and the first race launches at 1pm. Rules, registration forms and hints to get started with boat building is available at www.hudsoncrossingpark.org. Design your boats with this year’s theme in mind: Cosmic Cardboard! Race participants will construct a “human-powered” boat made of corrugated cardboard or 100% recycled materials, that will hold at least one crew member and be “seaworthy” enough to race a short distance on the Hudson River. Racers may construct their boats ahead of time or on the morning of the event where materials will be available at the event site for a nominal fee. Enjoy the festivities with food, live music, and lots of cardboard construction! Environmental education activities, canal trivia and terrific photo opportunities will round out a fun-filled day for all. Individuals, families, groups, businesses and school teams are all encouraged to race.

WATER FUN DAY: St. Luke’s on the Hill (40Mc Bride Rd, Mechanicville) will sponsor another Water Fun Day on Saturday, August 10th from 10to 1pm. There will be water-centered sports like Kiddie Pool Kickball, Slip n’ Slide, sprinklers, and more. A fire truck will be available for inspection. Music will be provided and a magician will perform. Free food and drinks for everyone will be supplied. It’s a water party! Water toys from home are permissible. See you there! Www.stlukesonthehill.org.

MARKETS ATROUNDLAKE:

For one weekend in August, wewill be showcasing over 80of the best and brightest Artisans in the local and regional Maker, Crafter and Artisanal Edibles community. These Makers, who have been selectively juried, will converge within an eclectic village bringing forth the latest talent and hottest trends. August 10th & 11th, 2019from Sat. 9amto 5pm& Sun. 10am to 4pm. This is a FREE event and is a fundraiser sponsored by The Woman’s Round Lake Improvement Society (WRLIS) for the Round Lake Libraries and the historic Village of Round Lake. So, come meet the makers, Taste the goodness, Read a piece of history, Listen to live music and Shop Local! Village Green - 49Burlington Ave, Round Lake. www. MarketsAtRoundLake.com.

GLOWPARTY: Saturday August 10at 1PM. Turn off the lights, turn up the music and glow in the dark! Ages 6-17. Rensselaer Public Library, 676East St., Rensselaer. (518) 462-1193. www. rensselaerlibrary.org.

HCP’s 15th ANNUAL CARDBOARDBOATRACES - Saturday, August 10th, 2019from 8a.m to 3p.m. Calling all sailors! Held every year at Fort Hardy Park in Schuylerville, NY, the Cardboard Boat Race is a fun and creative community day on the Hudson River. Participants are invited to build on-site the day of the races or bring a boat they’ve been working on! Challenge friends, family, co-workers…and let’s see whowins one of the coveted awards: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place awards for speed, the Titanic Award, Most Enthusiastic Crew, Judges Bribe Award (“Bribes” are considered donations to Hudson Crossing Park), People’s Choice, Overall Best in Show, and Most Sailors Left Afloat! For more information, visit http://www. hudsoncrossingpark.org . FAIRY HOUSES: Fairy Houses at Dyken Pond on Saturday August 10th from 10-12pm. Come build your own fairy house in the fairy forest. The fairies need your help. They can’t exist without you. Help them thrive in our forest. Preregistration required. Cost $3. Dyken Pond Environmental Education Center is located at 475Dyken Pond Road in Cropseyville. www.dykenpond.org.

BAKER FAMILY REUNION: Celebrating its 155th year this August, the Baker Family Reunion is now seeking to discover more about the women who comprise its ancestry! The 155th Annual gathering of the descendants of James Baker will be held Saturday, August 10at the Malta Community Park. This year’s Reunion will be from 10:00am to 2:00 pm. Tracing their roots back to Colonial Long Island, the Baker Family’s first reunion met in 1865in the Town of Stillwater in Saratoga County. At the reunion were the sixteen sons of Revolutionary War veteran James Baker by James’ first wife, Cornelia Westervelt, and second wife, Ruth Post. In the early decades of the Reunion, men always took the lead in maintaining the yearly Reunion. By the last century, that changed radically! Now women comprise the majority of the Reunion’s officers and committee members, led by Reunion President Judy Farnan Farago. That group organizes the yearly Baker Family Reunion, maintain the Baker Cemetery in Stillwater, and collect the history of the family. This year, Baker Family Historian Maria Carr is looking for more stories about the women of the Baker Family. Strong, active Baker women can certainly be traced back to the family’s Quaker roots, and beyond. Throughout the year, Maria publishes a monthly historical piece on Bakers throughout the centuries. Called the “Baker ‘Did You Know?’ Fact,” it can be found on The Baker Family Reunion Facebook page. Maria wants to expand her fascinating vignettes of Baker history to ensure a more complete record for the centuries to come. Have a Baker story to share—especially about Baker women? Email her at bakerreunion@ roadrunner.com. Those wondering if they might be Baker descendants are welcome to attend this year’s Reunion, where help can be found to research their genealogical links to the family. There will also be displays of documents and photographs from the 1850s onward and family members are encouraged to bring news of marriages, births and deaths, so that the family record will stay current. All attending are asked to bring a covered dish to share.. Hotdogs, hamburgers, drinks and tableware will be provided. The Malta Community Park has picnic tables under a pavilion, bathroom facilities, playground equipment, a basketball court, and walking trails. The site is fully accessible with ample parking. Malta Community Park is on Plains Road County Route 108in Malta. Take Exit 12off the Northway (Route 87), then east onto Route 67 and onto County Route 108 East, the park is on the left. More information is available online at www.facebook. com/thebakerfamilyreunion or thebakerfamilyreunion. wordpress.com. Sunday, Aug. 11 YOUTH FISHING TOURNAMENT: L.L.I. A.’s 24th annual children’s fishing tournament will take place on Sunday, August 11th at the Washington County Park Pavilion on beautiful Lake Lauderdale. The tournament is free and open to all young anglers age 15 and under and is strictly catch and release only. The tournament runs from 8:0010:30a.m. and concludes with a free hot dog lunch for all participants. As always, there will be no fee charged to children entering the contest. Registration opens at 7:30a.m. and all young anglers are required to stop at the pavilion prior to getting their fishing lines wet. There will be several different age groups and L.L.I.A. is working hard to ensure that all participants receive a small prize. All young anglers are required to have a parent or legal guardian on hand with them at all times. Visit our website for more about LLIA and the fishing tournament. http://lakelauderdale.org/ fishing-tournament/ We fish rain or shine. Questions or for more information contact Gail: gail.pfister@ lakelauderdale.org. POLISH DAY: National Shrine of the North American Martyrs, Auriesville. Religious services beginning at 2p.m.: Recitation of the Rosary, Stations of the Cross. 2-3:30p.m. Confessions in Polish and English. 4p.m., Concelebrated Mass in the Coliseum. For further details contact 518-272-5727. MARKETS AT ROUND LAKE: For one weekend in August, we will be showcasing over 80of the best and brightest Artisans in the local and regional Maker, Crafter and Artisanal Edibles community. These Makers, who have been selectively juried, will converge within an eclectic village bringing forth the latest talent and hottest trends. August 10th & 11th, 2019 from Sat. 9am to 5pm & Sun. 10am to 4pm. This is a FREE event and is a fundraiser sponsored by The Woman’s Round Lake Improvement Society (WRLIS) for the Round Lake Libraries and the historic Village of Round Lake. So, come meet the makers, Taste the goodness, Read a piece of history, Listen to live music and Shop Local! Village Green - 49Burlington Ave, Round Lake. www.MarketsAtRoundLake.com.

18th CENTURY DAY AT THE HISTORIC SCHUYLER HOUSE: On Sunday, August 11th from noon to 5p.m., the 1777Schuyler House, on Route 4in Schuylerville, will be the setting for dozens of artisans demonstrating their crafts much as they were plied over 200years ago when household items were handcrafted. Visitors are advised to dress for hot weather, bring water, and wear insect repellent and sunscreen. Visitors to the 40th annual 18th Century Day will be able to enjoy the Schuyler House, see 18th century Punch & Judy puppet shows, and see artisans exhibiting period crafts such as quilting, butter making, cross-stitching, herbalist, blacksmithing, rug hooking, knitting, basket making, teamster, spinning, sheep shearing, needle working, yarn dyeing, and 18th -century medicine. Children can try their hand at candle dipping and colonial toys and games. This traditional event is organized by the Old Saratoga Historical Association, a non-profit educational organization that provides furnishings for the Schuyler House and promotes interest in the history of Old Saratoga, Schuylerville, Victory and the Town of Saratoga. Saratoga National Historical Park presents special interpretive events and programs throughout the year. For further information about this and other programs, please call (518) 670-2985, check our Web site at www.nps.gov/ sara follow us on Facebook or Twitter @SaratogaNHP. Monday, Aug. 12 HONOR A VETERAN: Rensselaer County Honor A Veteran will take place every 2nd Monday of the month (unless Monday is a holiday then it would take place on Tuesday) at 8:30am in the Rensselaer County Legislative Chambers (3rd floor) located in the Rensselaer County Government Center, 1600Seventh Avenue, Troy. DOLLAR BINGO: Rensselaer County’s Hoosick Falls Senior Center at 69Church Street, Hoosick Falls, will continue Dollar Bingo on Mondays for the month of August starting at 10:30. Participants should bring a wrapped $1. mystery item to be used as a prize. Items can be practical, funny, edible, or whatever you wish to give. A limited supply of $1items will be available for purchase at the center. Please plan to stay for a nutritious lunch at noon. Call the center at 518-686-7561to be added to the lunch list. All residents 60and older are invited to attend this fun event.

Tuesday, Aug. 13 GUEST SPREAKER ON CANCER SCREENING: Rensselaer County’s Hoosick Falls Senior Center at 69

Church Street, Hoosick Falls, will host a guest speaker from NYSDOH on Cancer Screening on Tuesday, August 13th at 12:45. All residents 60and over should plan to attend this free presentation. Come at noon for a nutritious lunch (Veal Pattie) for a suggested $3 donation. Call the center at 518-686-7561to be added to the lunch list.

LAWN PROGRAM: Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rensselaer County will present the program “Late Summer Is For Lawns” on Tuesday, August 13, from 7to 8PM. Mid-August to mid-September is the best time to tackle lawn weed management, overseeding, fertilizing, and renovation. Bring samples of problems, such as weeds and insects, and we’ll discuss options to improve your lawn for the future. Hosted by Cornell Cooperative Extension Educator David Chinery. This program is free to the public and will be held outdoors at the Demonstration Garden at the Robert C. Parker School, 4254Route 43, North Greenbush. Rain or inclement weather at the start of the program may cancel it. Limited seating provided; bring your own lawn chair. For more information contact Cornell Cooperative Extension at 518-272-4210 or mmp74@cornell.edu.

POESTENKILL SENIORS:

The Poestenkill Seniors hold weekly meetings every Tuesday at 1p.m. at the Sullivan Jones VFW Post in Poestenkill. All seniors are welcome. Coffee and refreshments are served after the meeting, followed by bingo and cards. The hall is handicap accessible, with sufficient parking. The Poestenkill Seniors hold catered luncheons, clamsteams and fish fries at the hall and also at various restaurants. Best of all they go on bus trips to casinos and other points of interest.

BUTTON CLUB: The Half Moon Button Club will meet on Tuesday, August 13, 2019, at the Bethlehem Public Library, 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar 12054. The social time starts at 11:00a.m. and the business meeting starts at 12:00noon followed by the program, which will be presented by Kirsti Gariepy on creating polymer clay buttons. Bring a bag lunch. Dessert will be provided. For more information call Lisa at 518-469-7420or Kirsti at 518-869-8125. Everyone is welcome!

LOCAL MAGICIANS MEET

ING: The local group of The Society of American Magicians, Assembly #24, meets at 7:30PM on the second Tuesday of the month at the S. W. Pitts Hose Co. of Latham, 226Old Loudon Road, Latham. We welcome all persons, age 16and older, with any interest in the art of magic whether it be: performance, history, collecting or purely entertainment to join us for a fun evening. For more information about our organization, or for a link to a local magician, visit our website: WWW.SAM24. SYNTHASITE.COM.

PRE-K STORYTIME:

Tuesdays at 11am. Ages 2-6, no sign-up needed. Siblings welcome. Rensselaer Public Library, 676East St., Rensselaer. (518) 462-1193. www.rensselaerlibrary.org.

NATURE ARTS HOUR: Natural Wall Hanging - We will collect sticks, rocks, leaves, and flowers and press them into clay to create beautiful clay pieces for your home. On Tuesdays From 10:00- 11:00 am Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park will be hosting free Nature Arts Hours under the pavilion at Camp Saratoga on Scout Road. Each Tuesday will feature a different creative nature arts project. Please use Parking Lot #1located on Scout Road directly across from Delegan Pond. Registration is not required but it is appreciated so that there are enough supplies for all participants. For more information about the program or to register, please contact the Park Office at 518-4500321or email info@wiltonpreserve.org. For up to date program trail and program information, visit the website at www.wiltonpreserve.org.

Wednesday, Aug. 14 SPEIGLE ELDERS MEETING: The Speigle Elders will hold a business meeting at 12:30, August 14with monthly charity collection and summer beverages and dessert provided by Table 2members. Following the meeting, a Chinese Auction will take place. Anyone bringing in last-minute items should arrive early for tagging purposes. Sign up sheet will be available for this month’s social event - a clamsteam at Peebles Island in Cohoes on August 28.

EAT SMART - LIVE STRONG DEMONSTRATION: Rensselaer County’s Everett Wagar Senior Center, 2Roxborough Rd, Grafton, will host Jillian Ludwig, Community Nutrition Educator with Cornell Cooperative Extension for our monthly Eat Smart – Live Strong cooking demonstration on Wednesday, Aug 14th at 11:00am. There will be free recipes and samples for everyone who attends. Plan to stay for lunch (Chicken

A la King) at noon followed by Bingo. Call to sign up for lunch at 518-279-3413.

TASTE OF SAND LAKE:

Sand Lake Center for the Arts Honorary Committee, Board of Directors, Managing Director and staff invite you to the 12th Annual “Taste of Sand Lake”. This wonderful event is being held at Old Daley on Crooked Lake, August 14th from 6-9pm. Join us for the best of the best in cuisine from 14local restaurants and establishments, along with a silent auction, raffles and the popular wine pull. This years’ vocal entertainment will once again be provided by our own hometown musical group, T. L. Holloway, featuring Steven Keller. Tickets $50.00per person, on sale now at www.slca-ctp.org or call 518-674-2007.

GRAFTON MERRYMAKERS: The August meeting of the Grafton merrymakers will take place on August 14th at 5:30pm at the Everett Wager Senior Center, Grafton. The evening will start with a covered dish at 5:30 pm followed by our monthly meeting at 6:15pm. After the meeting we will be playing bingo. If you are interested in this senior group or are planning on joining the Merrymakers please come to our meetings. Any questions please call Betty Jean at 518-272-8624.

UNDERSTANDING & MANAGING CREDIT: Recommended for ages 18+, Wednesday, August 14th, 6pm-7:30pm – SEFCU Square, 469State Street, Schenectady. Financial decisions you make today will greatly impact your future. When using credit you are spending your future income. This concept will be the backdrop of this session where learners will explore managing credit responsibly, how to obtain credit and the meaning of credit scores and credit reports. Registration is required. Please visit www. sefcu.com/financialeducation to reserve your spot today! CHRISTIAN WOMEN’S LUNCHEON: The New York Capital District Christian Women’s Connection is sponsoring a luncheon on Wednesday, August 14, 2019 at the Guilderland Elks Lodge, 3867Rte. 146(Carman Road) in Schenectady, NY 12303 beginning at 11:30am and ending at approximately 1:30pm. Reservations are necessary no later than August 9and cancellations a must. Please call Nancy at (518) 869-0642or Carol at (518) 869-5253to reserve. On the menu this month is a Turkey Sandwich/ Pasta Salad/Chips with an alternative choice of Grilled Chicken Salad. The cost is $16.00inclusive (cash only please). The Special Speaker and Feature for our August luncheon is Barbara Austin from Wellington, CT who will be demonstrating on how to cook great meals “on a shoestring” along with tastings. Barbara will then speak on Smiling thru Life’s Difficulties. There will be Special Music with Kathy Dorn who will entertain with her keyboard. All are welcome - bring a friend or your significant other. They’ll be glad you did! Nursery free at the restaurant by reservation only (infant through Kindergarten) – bring bag lunch.