UPCOMING CALENDAR

SCHAGHTICOKE FAIR: Aug. 28 - Sept. 2, 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. Schaghticoke Fairgrounds. 69 Stillwater Bridge Rd., Routes. 67 and 40, Schaghticoke. www. schaghticokefair.com.

SARATOGA RACE COURSE 2019 MEET: Following Opening Weekend, racing at Saratoga will be conducted five days a week, Wednesdays through Sundays. Closing week will run Wednesday, August 28 through Labor Day, Monday, September 2. Gates open at 11 a.m. each day, including weekends. For more information about Saratoga Race Course, visit NYRA. com/Saratoga.

SINGERS WANTED: Capital Community Voices Inc., an SATB volunteer, non-audition choral group, is seeking singers in all voice parts for its December concert, “Lighting the Season with Song”. Rehearsals are Tuesdays at 7 pmin East Greenbush beginning September 10, 2019. Call 3705434 for more information.

GUIDED MEDITATION CLASSES: The Troy Public Library will offer Guided Meditation Classes on Tuesdays, September 3rd - October 29th from 5PM – 6PM. Learn a surprisingly simple yet powerful practice that can help your reduce stress, get recharged, experience overall improved physical health and possibly get you “blissed- out” all while sitting comfortably in a chair. Led by Michael Fuselli, with over 30 years of meditation teaching and practice experience. Beginners always welcome. Registration is encouraged, but not necessary! This program is free and open to the public. To register call 518274-7071 or online at www. thetroylibrary.org The Troy Public Library is located at 100 Second Street, Troy.

POESTENKILL SENIORS: The Poestenkill Seniors hold weekly meetings every Tuesday at 1 p.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.

NORTHEAST FILMMAKERS LAB: Capital Cinema Cultural Exchange, Inc. (CCCE), a nonprofit filmmaking resource based in Albany, will host the 6th Northeast Filmmakers Lab ( NEFL6) November 1 - 3, 2019 at The Linda, WAMC’s Performing Arts Studio, 339 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12206.

GRAVEL GOBBLER: Saturday, November 2, S& S Farm Brewery in Nassau. Are you looking for a fun, relaxed end-of-season event where it’s all about the ride, some gourmet food, craft beer and conversation with friends afterward? Sounds pretty good, right? What if we said your registration fee goes to the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York to help people in our community. Sounds even better. Fantastic bike riding on quiet country roads, followed by food, drink and laughs afterward plus helping others in the community. An unbeatable combo! Join the Mohawk Hudson Cycling Club for its second annual Gravel Gobbler ride on Saturday, November 2, to benefit the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York. With two gravel rides of 23 and 38 miles, plus a road route of 31 miles, you’re sure to find the perfect loop. Pedal through the rolling countryside around Nassau, New York, and cruise quiet roads past farms, scenic vistas and country estates.

This year’s event features a new 23-mile route and onsite mechanical support offered by Karl Miller and his Velofix mobile repair shop. Start and finish your ride at S&S Farm Brewery in Nassau. After you finish, enjoy a craft beer and great food selections from Gourmeli’s Taste food truck. Remember to bring some extra cash for your beer and food. Trust us, you won’t want to miss the relaxed vibe at S&S after your bike ride. Relaxing with friends and a S&S beverage after your ride is the perfect way to celebrate your late season achievement. Registration is $25 per rider and is tax deductible. Register on www.bikereg.com/gravelgobbler.

DRAWING ON EXPERIENCE: Fence Best in Show Artist Mary Sherwood – June 17 - September 4, The Arts Center of the Capital Region, 265 River St., Troy. There is beauty in simplicity and the common rhythms of our lives. Drawing on Experience communicates those thoughts along with the admiration for the enduring nature of life and the human figure. The artist’s fascination with people leads to capturing their gestures or expressive lines. Her landscapes involve imagination and memory of a place from life. These images are records of her experience; a personal nonverbal journal. Mary Sherwood lives in rural upstate N.Y. She is an exhibiting member of the East Bank Arts Alliance, the Colonie Art League, The Saratoga and Capital Region Arts Centers and has been painting and drawing for over 25 years. For more information about our exhibitions, educational opportunities or to become a member, please go to our website: www. artscenteronline.org.

YARN DONATIONS NEEDED: Rensselaer County’s Everett Wagar Senior Center, 2 Roxborough Rd, Grafton, is happy to accept any donation of yarn. Many of our center members enjoy knitting and crocheting. They make afghans and lap covers for other seniors, as well as some home bound senior residents and to use as raffle items to help support the activities of the center. We also have members that make hats and mittens to be given at the schools when a child is in need. If you would like to make a donation of yarn, please drop it off at the senior center M-F from 9:00 to 3:00, or call to make arrangements for pickup. Any donation, large or small is appreciated.

VENDORS WANTED: On Saturday, September 21st, 2019, from 9 am- 4 pm, the Latham-Colonie Columbiettes are hosting a Craft Fair at the Latham- Colonie Knights of Columbus Council, 328 Troy- Schenectady Rd, 12110. Rain or Shine! Table space is 10 ft. in length for $25.00, Wi-Fi and Electricity are available for an additional cost of $ 5.00 each. Indoor and outdoor spaces, both covered and uncovered. **Email confirmation will be sent upon receipt of non-refundable deposit! For information and reservations 518 272 8831, email klmajer@outlook.com or visit www.lathamcoloniekofc.com/forms.

THE CORNER SHOPPE: 570 3rd Ave., N Troy is celebrating spring & summer. Many new clothes for spring and summer are available for the entire family. A large selection of linens, toys, baby items, books and home décor are available. We have something for everyone. Shop any Thursday or Saturday 9 am – 1 pm and enjoy some refreshments. Visit us on facebook: www.facebook.com/TheCornerShoppeintheBurgh. More info: 518-235-7251.

GARAGE SALE: St. Mary’s Waterford Giant Garage Sale - Save the Date. St. Mary of the Assumption Church, Waterford is once again planning their Giant Garage Sale in conjunction with the Village of Waterford Sell- out, on Saturday, September 14. It will be held in St. Mary’s Hall, corner of Division and Sixth Streets. People are asked to save their treasures to donate to the sale. Mark your calendar for drop- dates which will be Wednesday and Thursday, Sept. 11th and 12th from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm, and Friday, September 13th from 9:00 to noon. Sale hours on Saturday will be 9:00 to 5:00, with “Early Bird” admission at 8:00 am for a $5 fee. Any question, please call Gerry at 518-237-8296.

MINDFULNESS PRACTICE GROUP: Meeting Format: Includes walking meditation and sitting meditation in the tradition of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh; all are welcome –meditation instruction available. Schedule: Wednesday evenings — 6:30 to 7:30 pm. Location: RPI’s Newman Center Hospitality House—4 Sherry Rd. in Troy— a white 2-story residential building about 30 yards south of the RPI Chapel Center (near the intersection of Burdett and Peoples Avenues). Cost: Free. Contact: (518) 271- 6949 or (518) 273-1851 for more information.

SMALL BUSINESS PLANNING: 8-Week Small Business Planning Course. Thursday, June 20, 6pm-9pm, Recurs every Thursday from 6-9pm for 8 weeks, Bethlehem Town Hall, 445 Delaware Avenue, Albany. Description: Presented by the Community Loan Fund of the Capital Region. Join us for some real world business planning. Learn what you need to know to start and run a successful small business with our 8-week intensive training course, offered in partnership with the Huether School of Business of The College of Saint Rose. Class topics include: developing a business plan, strategic planning, marketing, sales forecasting, financial management and analysis, legal, insurance and tax issues. The course provides fundamental planning concepts and tools to help existing and potential business owners. For more information or to register, please call Paul Stewart at 436-8586 x805 or email Paul@mycommunityloanfund.org. Cost: $240, includes class materials and refreshments. Scholarships are available.

SARATOGA RACE COURSE GIVEAWAYS: The New York Racing Association, Inc. has announced its lineup of premium giveaways for the 2019 meet at Saratoga Race Course. All giveaways are free with paid admission, while supplies last. Saratoga Zip-Up Hoodie Sweatshirt - Sunday, Sept. 1. Season pass and season ticket holders are guaranteed a Saratoga premium giveaway on the day of the giveaway so long as they are present at Saratoga Race Course and redeem the giveaway by the designated time. For more information visit NYRA. com/Saratoga.

COMMUNITY OUTREACH BOOTH AT SARATOGA RACE COURSE: A total of 40 non-profit organizations to be featured at the Spa this season through the Community Outreach Booth program, which provides one non-profit organization per day with the opportunity to interact with thousands of racing fans, share information about its work and host fundraising initiatives. Non-profits this season include thoroughbred aftercare organizations such as the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance and Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation; and industry partners such as the Backstretch Employee Service Team and Permanently Disabled Jockeys Fund. Local organizations featured include the Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Capital Region, Saratoga Automobile Museum, The Wesley Community and Yaddo Garden Association, amongst others. For a complete list of participating non- profit organizations at this season’s Community Outreach Booth visit www.nyra.com/saratoga/ visit/community-booth.

BUHRMASTER BARN DANCES: Barn dances in the real thing! Enjoy a tradition of community dancing passed down from generation to generation. Join us for an evening of Contra dances and squares. Potluck dinner begins at 5, dancing is from 6 - 9 pm in the Buhrmaster Barn at the historic Pruyn House and garden, located at 207 Old Niskayuna Road, Colonie. All dances are taught, and everyone is welcome. No partner is needed. Come alone or with a friend or three. Admission is: $12 General Public, $10 DanceFlurry and Pruyn House Members & Seniors, $6 Students. September 8, Katy Heine calling with Alan Thomson and Friends. For more information, please visit www. danceflurry.org.

SENIOR TRIP: Hoosick Falls Senior Center Trip, Tuesday - October 1, 2019, Cost: $44. Includes: Great Views Of Fall Foliage Along Route 100, Hot Buffet Lunch At Quechee Country Club, Quechee Gorge Village Arts & Craft Center, fantastic views of the gorge and Vermont Marble Museum. Bus Leaves Tops At 7:45. Call The Center To Sign Up – 518- 686-7561.

WOMEN’S PRESS CLUB SCHOLARSHIP& AWARDS DINNER: The Women’s Press Club of New York State will host its 2019 Annual Awards and Scholarship Dinner on Thursday, September 12, 2019 from 6-9PM at the Red Lion Hotel Albany on Wolf Road in Colonie. More information about the Women’s Press Club of New York State and this upcoming event is available online at womenspressclubnys.com, where attendees can register for the dinner.

BROOKS BBQ: The Newtonville United Methodist Church, located on the corner of Maxwell Rd & Rt. 9 near Siena College will sponsor Brooks BBQs on the following dates: Thursday, September 19; and Thursday, October 10 from 4 p.m. until sold out. Chicken dinner $11; chicken only $8; Rib dinner $13; ribs only $10.. Take-outs only; no reservations. For information, call the church office at 518785- 6789.

NATIONAL MUSEUM OF DANCE DOCENTS: The National Museum of Dance is seeking volunteer docents to lead Museum tours in the upcoming exhibition season. The Museum offers free tours each Tuesday at 11 a.m. with paid admission as well as private group tours throughout the year. Volunteer docent training will be led by Mary Anne Fantauzzi, the Museum’s Docent Coordinator, beginning Tuesday, April 23. Fantauzzi will offer docent training by appointment during flexible dates and times to accommodate potential tour guides’ schedules. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer docent, please email tours@dancemuseum.org or call 518-584-2225 x3004.

USS SLATER: USS SLATER, the only remaining World War II Destroyer Escort afloat in America, is open to the public for its 22nd season on the Hudson River in Albany. Public hours will be Wednesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. through November. Admission is $9 for adults and $7 for children. Call 518- 431-1943 for more information or visit www.ussslater.org.

HIGH& MIGHTY-THERAPEUTIC RIDING & DRIVING CENTER: Become part of the extraordinary group of volunteers and learn to assist people with special needs through equine assisted activities. Only one training is needed. Horse experience is great but not a requirement. Please wear sturdy shoes and be prepared to be outdoors. For ages 14 and up. High & Mighty is located at 71 CR 21C Ghent. Contact the center at info@high-n-mighty.org and volunteer trainers will set up a session at your convenience.

SPEIGLE ELDERS: The Speigle Elders’ Planning Committee has announced the following tentative

agenda for 2019. A business meeting will take place on the second Wednesday of each month with the fourth Wednesday designated as an in-house or outside social event. Proposed social activities include two bus trips (MacHaydn Theater and the Amish Marketplace); Christmas party in December and local restaurant outings on other social Wednesdays. Leaders are needed for this busy agenda; please contact a Committee member and offer to chair one of these events.

WATERFORD HARBOR FARMERS MARKET: Waterford Harbor Farmers Market is located at One Tugboat Alley and operates each Sunday from the first Sunday in June until Columbus Day weekend from 9:00 to 1:00. Fresh produce, baked goods, jams and jellies, maple syrup, sandwich cart, music and lots more! Check it out on Facebook.

MAKERS MARKET: A celebration of crafters, makers, artists & taste makers from around the Capital Region The Troy Makers Market is held in conjunction with the Troy Waterfront Farmers Market, which takes place Saturdays from 9:00am – 2:00pm ( Monument Square May- October and Uncle Sam Atrium November-April).

FITNESS IN THE PARK: Fitness in the Park will take place every Sunday at Riverfront Park in Troy from 9 am until 10 am. Please bring your own yoga mat, learn some yoga and have fun! Free and open to the public.

CLOTHING SHED DONATIONS: The Latham-Colonie Council #3394 Knights of Columbus, the Columbiettes and the Columbian Corporation are partnering with St. Pauly Textile to raise needed funds for the Council home and the charitable programs supported by the K of C by collecting textile products that will be sold all over the world instead of going to the landfill. The K of C will earn a percentage per pound of the donated items. You can drop off used clothing, shoes and sneakers, belts and linens as well as pillowcases, blankets, curtains and stuffed animals at 328 Troy- Schenectady Road, Latham. For more information, contact the K of C at 518-783- 0572.

ANCESTRY. COM TUTORIALS: North Greenbush Community Library Trustee and Town Historian Jim Greenfield offers free personal tutorials on the use of ancestry.com. Ancestry Library Edition, available at the library, provides access to 7,000 databases, delivering an extraordinary online collection of genealogy information. To set up your individual session, please call the library at 518-283- 0303 and leave your information. Jim will call you back to schedule an appointment. The library is located at 141 Main Avenue, Wynantskill.

FARMERS ARTISANS MARKET: The Castleton on Hudson Farmers Artisans Market is held every Friday, June to September, from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm at the corner of Main Street and Scott Avenue. Come down, enjoy the river view, and support the local crafts and farm economy! Vendors are invited to contact COHFAM at castletonfarmersmarket@gmail.com or visit COHFAM on Facebook. There is no table fee.

FREE YOGA: Join for

gentle and relaxing yoga every Friday at the Presbyterian United Church of Schaghticoke from 7 pm until 8 pm. The Church is located at 16 Main Street in Schaghticoke. For more information, visit presbychurchmouse@yahoo.com.

BACKPACKS WANTED: Catholic Charities TriCounty Services runs five school supply programs throughout our communities and needs *new* backpacks for elementary and middle school aged children. Donations can be dropped off at the office at 50 Herrick Street in Rensselaer, or call Justine Carroll at 518- 512-3577 x115 to arrange a pickup of larger quantity donations. You, your business, church or group can arrange a collection of new backpacks or donate funds for Catholic Charities to purchase them. If you prefer to make a monetary donation you can donate online at https:// rcda.thankyou4caring.org/ ccrcda/cc- tri- county- services.

FREE E NGL I S H CLASSES: Do you want to improve your English? Are you new to the United States? Literacy Volunteers of Rensselaer County has free English Literacy Civics classes where you can improve your English language skills while learning about life in the United States. Each class meets two times per week. Classes for beginning learners meet in Albany. Classes for intermediate learners meet in Troy. For more information, contact Literacy Volunteers of Rensselaer County at 518244- 4650 or visit www. lvorc.org.

ERIE CANAL EXHIBIT: “Enterprising Waters: New York’s Erie Canal” will be on display through October 20, 2019. The exhibition honors the bicentennial anniversary of the Erie Canal’s construction and features artifacts, images, posters, and documents from the collections of the State Museum, State Archives, State Library, and cultural institutions from across the state. The first phase of the exhibition explores the circumstances leading up to building the canal, the construction, and the famous “wedding of the waters” that marked the opening of the completed canal in 1825. Located at 222 Madison Avenue in Albany, the Museum is open Tuesday through Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. It is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. Admission is free. Further information about programs and events can be obtained by calling 518- 474-5877 or visiting the Museum website at www.nysm.nysed.gov.

WATERVLIET SENIOR CENTER GROUP LUNCHES: Enjoy a nutritious, social, and fun lunch with the Watervliet Senior Center Monday through Friday at noon. The $ 3 suggested donation is anonymous and everyone is welcome. Call for the daily menu and sign up by 2 p.m. for the following day. The Senior Center is located at 1501 Broadway, Watervliet. Call 518-2734422 for more information.

ICC BINGO: The Italian Community Center Charitable Foundation hosts Bingo night on Tuesdays. Doors open at 5 p.m. at 1450 Fifth Avenue, Troy. Food and beverages will be sold.

“CELEBRATING THREE MILESTONES” EXHIBIT: An exhibit of photos, documents, artifacts, and memorabilia commemorating the 40th birthday of the American Italian Heritage Association, the 10th birthday of

the American Italian Heritage Museum in Albany, NY and the 5th birthday of the Italian Cultural Center (on the second floor of the Museum). Free and open to the public.

Through September 2019 During Museum Hours. American Italian Heritage Association and Museum, 1227 Central Ave., Albany. (518) 435-1979.

FALL LACROSSE PROGRAMS FOR BOYS: Capitalland lacrosse will be running a boy’s fall lacrosse program. Players can chose to play on Wednesdays night, Sunday afternoons or BOTH. Programs will start on Sept. 11 and end on Oct. 20. Each group will play for an hour and a half each day/ night. Levels include: a coed K – 5 th learn to play program; boys instructional programs for beginner & novice players grades 2nd – 5 th & 6 th - 10 th ; an advanced instruction program for players in graders 3 – 6 & 7 – 9 who want to refine their game while being introduced to more advanced techniques. For more information on all of these programs go to www. capitallandlacrosse.com or e-mail us at chad@capitallandlacrosse.com.

FALL LACROSSE PROGRAMS FOR MEN AGE 16 AND OVER: This program to give men aged 16 to 40 years old the opportunity to play in a competitive lacrosse game. This program will start on October 9 and will continue throughout the winter on Wednesday evenings. For more information go to www.capitallandlacrosse.com or e-mail us at chad@capitallandlacrosse.com.

FALL LACROSSE PROGRAMS FOR GIRLS: Capitalland lacrosse will be running a girls fall lacrosse program. Players can choose to play on Wednesdays night, Sunday afternoons or BOTH. All programs will start on Sept. 11 and end on Oct. 20. Each group will play for an hour and a half each day/night. Levels include: a co- ed K – 5 th learn to play program; girls instructional programs for beginner & novice players grades 3rd - 10th, an advanced program for players in graders 7 th –9 th and one for 10 th - 12 th who want to refine their game while being introduced to more advanced techniques. For more information go to www.capitallandlacrosse.com or e-mail us at chad@capitallandlacrosse.com.

A SECOND CHANCE THRIFT SHOP: Come visit our thrift shop offering clothing and accessories for men, women, and children, household items, books, toys, linens, small appliances, and jewelry, all at reasonable prices. We feature a boutique room for upscale and designer clothing for women. The Shop is located at 1229 Central Avenue, parking off of Frederick Avenue. Hours: Tuesdays and Saturdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. All proceeds benefit the American Italian Heritage Association and Museum, a nonprofit organization. American Italian Heritage Association and Museum, 1227 Central Avenue, Albany. (518) 435-1979. www. americanitalianmuseum.org.

GRAFTON MERRYMAKERS: The Grafton Merrymakers meet on the second Wednesday of each month from March through November at the Everett Wagar Senior Center, 2 Roxborough Road in Grafton. If you are interested in joining the Merrymakers please come to a meeting, or call the senior center Monday - Friday from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

at 518-279-3413.

TROY CENTER: Everyone is welcome to sing along with entertainer Bob Marcello as he performs the greatest songs of the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s at Troy Center. All families and friends are welcome to this free monthly engagement. Bob will perform the first Thursday of every month from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. The Troy Center is located at 49 Marvin Avenue in Troy. Please contact Billejo Sass at 518-273- 6646 or by email at bsass@troycenter. net for more information.

MEN’S CANCER SUPPORT GROUP: NY Capital Region Men to Men Cancer Support Group meets the third Wednesday of every month from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the American Cancer Society Hope Club, 1 Penny Lane, Latham. Come-share experiences and receive understanding and encouragement from men and their loved ones in dealing with cancer. For more information, please contact the ACS Hope Club at 518-220- 6960.

FREE SPIRIT FELLOWSHIP: Free Spirit Fellowship of Watervliet is now holding services Thursday evenings at 7 p.m. in the United Methodist Church. The church is located at 1401 1st Avenue. For further info, please call 961-3464.

FREE HOME BIBLE STUDY: A great way to study through the Bible at your convenience. Exciting and informative study that could change your life. Compliments of Free Spirit Fellowship. For more information call 885-3149.

HOME DELIVERED MEALS: Are you a Rensselaer County homebound senior over 60 and unable to shop and cook for yourself? Rensselaer County Department of the Aging may be able to help you with a nutritious hot meal delivered to your home Monday through Friday. For more information call 270-2730 or your local Senior Center.

TROY SENIOR CENTER BOWLING LEAGUE: The Troy Senior Center has a bowling league that meets every Monday at 12:30 p.m. at the Uncle Sam Lanes, 600 Fulton Street in Troy. Bowling is an enjoyable and affordable exercise. All beginners are welcome. Call the Center at 518-270-5348 for more information.

TROY SENIOR CENTER SWIM PROGRAM: The Troy Senior Center has a swimming program that meets every Wednesday beginning at 9 a.m. Swimming is a great exercise with many health benefits and it’s so much fun! Join us at the Lansingburgh Boys & Girls Club; it’s a great time to socialize, swim and enjoy the heated pool. Call the Center at 518-270- 5348 for more information.

THRIFT SHOP: The Thrift Shop of Christ United Methodist Church, just off Rte. 67 in Johnsonville, is open each Wednesday from 9 a.m. to noon and the first Saturday of each month from 9 a.m. to noon.

COHOES PUBLIC LIBRARY: The Cohoes Public Library, in conjunction with the Cohoes Senior Center, invites seniors to take the van to the library on the first and third Wednesday of the month. They can peruse the books, use the computer, participate in the knitting/crocheting group, join a special book club (the 3rd Wednesday of the month) and participate in other specially designed programs. There will be help in signing up for library cards and in use of the computers. Additional info on the website and Facebook.

THRIFT SHOP: The Basement on First Street, a thrift shop located at St. John’s Episcopal Church on First Street in Troy is open Wednesdays and Saturdays from 9 till noon, with plenty of warm clothing and lots of other interesting items. The church also offers free bread and coffee to all who come in on Saturdays. Come in from the cold, have a cup of coffee and bagel and then come into the thrift shop for some great deals.

THE BOOK SELLER: The Book Seller, sponsored by the Friends of the Troy Public Library, is located at the Lansingburgh Branch at 114th Street and 4th Avenue. Hours are Wednesdays from 2 to 5 p.m. and Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 1 pm. The store offers a wide variety of gently used books at bargain prices. Hard cover and trade books are one dollar and children’s books are twenty five cents. The Book Seller also has a collection of CDs. Proceeds from the store help support programs, services and improvements to both library buildings. For more information about activities of the Friends, to join, or volunteer at the Book Seller, stop by the store or go to our new website www. friendsofthetroylibrary.org.

PITTSTOWN SENIORS: The town of Pittstown Seniors hold their monthly meetings on the first Wednesday of the month starting with a covered dish luncheon at noon. T.O.P. S meetings are held at the Raymertown Fire House on Mason Lane. All seniors 55 or over are invited to attend.

WATERVLIET UNITED METHODIST CHURCH: The church operates the Fabulous Finds Thrift Store, which is open every Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fabulous Finds accepts clean, unsoiled clothing. The church is located at 1401 First Avenue, Watervliet. For more information, please call 273- 0191, Ext. 4.

CAPITAL VIEW TOASTMASTERS CLUB: It is more than just public speaking, Learn a variety of communication and leadership skills. Capital View Toastmasters Club meets the first and third Wednesday of each month from noon to 1 p.m. at the East Greenbush Library. Contact capitalview.toastmastersclubs. org.

BINGO: Bingo is back at Manchester Eagles, Route 11/30, Manchester Center, Vt., on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month. Doors open at 5:45 p.m. and Early Bird starts 6:45 p.m. Any questions call 802- 375-2801 or 802362-2025.

YEAR- ROUND RECYCLING: Zion’s United Church of Christ of Taborton receives the following items for recycling in the Blue Box next to the front door of the Church Hall: clothing, belts, blankets, drapery, hats, hand bags, paired shoes, sheets, sneakers, towels and stuffed animals. In the Greenfiber green recycling container, in the church parking lot, the church receives newspapers, phone books, office paper, cardboard, cereal boxes, magazines, brown paper bags and construction paper. Donate all used items to Doors of Hope in West Sand Lake. Donate used furniture to the furniture program of Troy Area United Ministries. Call TAUM at 274- 5920, ext. 204, Tiara Burnett, to arrange for a pick up.

FOOD PANTRY: Faith’s Pantry at Grace Church, 34 Third St. is open by appointment. The emergency food pantry is open

from 10 a.m. to noon each Friday. The pantry is also open 7 to 8 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month and from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on the fourth Thursday of each month. To make an appointment, call 237-7370.

ADULT YOGA: Mondays and Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. Brunswick Community Library, 4118 State Highway 2. (518) 279- 4023. www.brunswicklibrary.org.

TOTS TIME: Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. Brunswick Community Library, 4118 State Highway 2. (518) 279- 4023. www.brunswicklibrary.org.

BRIDGE CLUB: - Mondays and Wednesdays at 1 p.m. Brunswick Community Library, 4118 State Highway 2. (518) 279- 4023. www. brunswicklibrary.org.

KNITTING CIRCLE: Thursdays at 1 p.m. Brunswick Community Library, 4118 State Highway 2. (518) 279- 4023. www.brunswicklibrary.org.

STEAM CLASS: Thursdays at 4 p.m. Brunswick Community Library, 4118 State Highway 2. (518) 2794023. www.brunswicklibrary.org.

FREE COMMUNITY DINNERS: The second Thursday of every month a free community dinner is served in the city of Rensselaer from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. In an ecumenical partnership, Hope Lutheran Church of North Greenbush, and Rensselaer Presbyterian Church, 34 Broadway have combined and created Hopes Kitchen.

NICK’S RUN: Nick’s Fight to be Healed Foundation ( NFTBHF) in conjunction with the Honsinger Family is proud to announce its 10th Annual Nick’s Run to be Healed 5K on Sunday, September 29th, 2019, at the Clifton Commons in honor of Olivia DeWitt and JP Honsinger, both from Clifton Park. 16-year old JP was diagnosed with Niemann-Pick Type C ( NPC) disease at age 10. NPC is a rare neuro- degenerative disease that strikes children and is known as childhood Alzheimer’s. 5-year old Olivia was diagnosed with B- Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia when she was 3 ½ years old. She will complete treatment this fall and is entering kindergarten. Olivia is one of 90 children who are diagnosed every year just in our area. The Town of Clifton Park sponsored event includes a Kids’ Run, a 2-mile Walk, a 5K Run, a Zumba warm-up, a Kids’ Carnival, and more! Day of registration starts at 10am, and dri-fit shirts will be given to those who preregister by September 6th. Pre-registration ends on Wed., September 25th and the price is $25 ($30 on the day of event). NFTBHF was started in memory of Nick Cammarata, who passed away in October 2008 from leukemia. Register at www. fighttobehealed.org.

AMERICAN ITALIAN MUSEUM AND CULTURAL CENTER: The American Italian Museum and Cultural Center is located at 1227 Central Avenue in Albany. Since 1979 the museum has fulfilled its mission - to record and preserve Italian heritage for present and future generations - with the help of its dedicated, all volunteer staff. Ours is the largest American Italian museum in the eastern U. S. maintaining 10 exhibit rooms, a Hall of History and a library including research materials. Our gift shop offers many one- of-a-kind and “Made in Italy” items. There is a small admission fee. Please call ahead to confirm we are open. (518) 435-1979.