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Sunday, Jan. 19

CHORALE CONCERT: The Battenkill Chorale celebrates its 25th season with Coronation: Royal Masterworks of Mozart and Handel. The concert, which includes operatic soloists and full orchestra, will be performed on Sunday, January 19at 3PMat the Arthur Zankel Music Center on the campus of Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs. To celebrate the Chorale’s 25th Anniversary, this concert features crowning masterpieces filled with festive energy and enthusiasm. The crown jewel of the program is Mozart’s Coronation Mass, which closes out the concert. This is Mozart at his best—exquisitely gorgeous melodies paired with thrilling rhythmic drive. $25tickets can be purchased after January 1, 2020by calling (518) 6927458or emailing battenkilltickets@gmail.com.

ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST: The Cohoes Knights of Columbus will have their All You Can Eat Breakfast Buffet Sunday January 19th at 255 Remsen St., Cohoes from 8:30 AMto 11:30AM. We have an omelet station and hash eggs pancakes french toast bacon toast and juice Adults are $8.00and children under five are free.

ANNUAL MARTIN LUTHER KING INTERFAITH SERVICE: 4pm at Bethel Baptist Church, 21655th Ave, Troy. For more information call 518-2744303.

Monday, Jan. 20

BLOOD DRIVE: Saratoga Casino Hotel is teaming up with the American Red Cross to host a Blood Drive on Monday, January 20. Members of the local community are urged to join dozens of Saratoga Casino Hotel team members to give blood on Monday, January 20from noon to 6pm inside the hotel ballroom. January is National Blood Donor Month, and right now, the Red Cross has a critical shortage of type O blood and urges donors of all types to make an appointment now to give and help replenish the blood supply after the holiday weeks. In an effort to help more patients, Power Red donations will also be accepted at this year’s drive. A Power Red donation allows donors to safely donate a concentrated dose of red blood cells, which are the most commonly transfused blood component. All presenting donors at this year’s Blood Drive will receive a $10 voucher to Perks Café, located in the hotel lobby. Donors are encouraged to make an appointment prior to the January 20Blood Drive. To schedule a time, call 518-581-5774or visit RedCrossBlood.org. In an effort to receive as many donations as possible, donors are asked to complete their RapidPass® online on the day of the drive. Donors can complete their RapidPass® in 10 to 15minutes by following the four steps. Donors will start by providing some initial information, before reading through the pre-donation materials and answering health history questions. After completion, donors are asked to print, download or email their RapidPass® to themselves, and bring it with them to the drive.

MLK BIRTHDAY: Monday, January 20, 2020- Where do we go from here? (Labor/Community Discussion) 11:00am to 3:00pm at The Sanctuary for Independent Media, 33616th Avenue, Troy, NY. Sponsored by MLK Organizing Committee. 518-369-4978. 518-2722390

ANNUAL MARTIN LUTHER KING COMMUNITY BREAKFAST: 8am at Franklin Terrace, Troy. All welcome. Call 518274-4303for tickets. Tuesday, Jan. 21

EAT SMART DEMONSTRATION: The Hoosick Falls Senior Center, 69Church Street, will host will host Jillian Ludwig, Community Nutrition Educator with Cornell Cooperative Extension for our monthly Eat Smart – Live Strong cooking demonstration on Tuesday, January 21st at 11:00. There will be free recipes and samples for everyone who attends. Plan to stay for a nutritious lunch followed by a fun game of Senior Feud. Call 518-6867561to sign up for lunch.

GUIDED MEDITATION: The Troy Public Library will offer Guided Meditation Classes on Tuesdays, January 14th – February 25th from 5to 6p.m. 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 30years 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 518-274-7071or online at www.thetroylibrary.org The Troy Public Library is located at 100Second St., Troy.

PAINTING & POETRY: If you love the imagery in literature - and think it would be fun to recreate some of it - this class is for you! Local artist Muse en Lystrala will be teaching a literature-rooted art class in which the imagery of a piece of literature will be discussed, and then brought to life using Renaissance and Impressionist methods with acrylic paint as a medium. The class will be held on Tuesday, January 21st, 4:30-6:30at the Lansingburgh Branch, and again on Saturday, January 25th, 1:30-3:30 at the Main Library. Muse en Lystrala is a musician, artist, game developer, and literature enthusiast. She previously instructed a community art class called Dark Arts Paint, and among many other tasks creates music and art assets at her company, Queenship Game Studio. She lives and works in Troy. This program is free and open to the public. Advanced registration is required. For more information and to register, call the library at 518-274-7071or online at www.thetroylibrary.org. The Troy Public Library is located at 100Second St., Troy. The Lansingburgh Branch is located at 27114th St., Troy.

BUDGETING BASICS: How to Grow Your Dough with a Personal Spending Plan - Tuesday, January 21st, 6:00pm-7:30pm, MicroKnowledge, Inc., 15Cornell Road, Latham, NY 12110. Recommended for ages 18+. Specific steps for developing your own spending plan will be reviewed. The 50/30/20 rule for determining fixed expenses, flexible spending and financial goals will be applied in this session. The benefits of developing a personal spending plan, how to track income and expenses and strategies for record keeping will be covered through a case study approach. Registration is required. Please visit www.sefcu.com/financialeducation to reserve your spot today!

PRACTICE YOUR ITALIAN: Jan. 7and 21, 1p.m. Use it or lose it! Free and open to the public. The American Italian Museum and Cultural Center is located at 1227Central Avenue in Albany, NY. (518) 435-1979. www.americanitalianmuseum.org.

TWEEN CRAFT NIGHT: NoSew Fleece Scarves – Tuesday 1⁄21: 6:00pm. Tweens and teens ages 10-13will create unique fringed scarves using fleece and yarn. Registration is required, supplies are limited. Program begins at 6pm; this is not a drop in program. Troy Public Library, 100Second St. Troy. thetroylibrary.org. (518) 274-7071.

POESTENKILL SENIORS: The Poestenkill Seniors hold weekly meetings every Tuesday at 1p.m. at the Sullivan Jones VFWPost 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.

TOTS TIME: Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:30a.m. at the Brunswick Community Library, located at 4118NY-2in Brunswick. Join us for books, singing, & movement, followed by open play time. Geared towards kids ages 0-5. www. brunswicklibrary.org. (518) 279-4023.

PART-TIME FARMERTAX SCHOOL: January 21, 2020, 5:30– 9:00PM, CCE Rensselaer County, 61State Street, Troy, NY 12180. CAAHP’s Part-Time Farmer Tax School is being offered in Troy. When it comes to taxes, do you have any of these questions? How much farm income do I need to make in order to be able to deduct it on my taxes? What tax related form(s) do I need to complete? What, if any, tax management strategy should I have for my farm business? Should I form an LLC or other form of business, and what tax documentation do lenders require? CAAHP Educators, Steve Hadcock and Dayton Maxwell, will answer these and other tax related questions during this meeting. In addition to discussing income tax concepts, they will explore Agricultural Value Assessment, Building Exemptions, Sales Tax Regulations and Farmers’ School Tax Credit. The cost for attending this workshop is $20per person, which includes a light dinner and printed materials. Register and pay online at https://tinyurl.com/PTFarmerTaxSchoolTroyReg to attend the Troy session. Register by phone by calling 518-765-3518. Please email cce-caahp@cornell.edu with questions.

PRE-K STORYTIME: Pre-K Storytime- Tuesdays at 11am. Ages 2-6, no sign-up needed. Siblings welcome. Rensselaer Public Library, 676East St., Rensselaer. (518) 462-1193. Rensselaer Public Library is located across the street from the Amtrak parking lot. To learn more, see rensselaerlibrary.org or visit the library’s Facebook page www.facebook.com/RensselaerLibrary.

Wednesday, Jan. 22

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

PUBLIC MEETING: City officials have announced two public meetings to present information on potential waterfront access and gateway improvements in the Collar City included in the City’s Comprehensive Plan. Preliminary concepts will be presented during the meetings for public feedback and recommendations. The four (4) study areas include: Riverfront Park, the Green Island Bridge Gateway, the Riverfront Trail (from Hutton to Vanderheyden) and the Lansingburgh Waterfront between 123rd to 126th streets. The meeting schedule is as follows: Wednesday, January 22, at 6:00p.m. – Revolution Hall, 425River Street and Tuesday, January 28, at 6:00 p.m. – Standard Manufacturing Building, 7502nd Avenue. All initial concepts will be available for public review with a specific focus on downtown (January 22) and Lansingburgh (January 28) during respective meetings. Troy residents are encouraged to attend and participate.

MEDITATION GROUP: The Troy Public Library will offer Meditation Classes on Wednesdays, January 15th – February 26th at 2PM. Are you interested in learning how to relax your mind and body? Come to a safe place to let go of your cares and worries. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced student, all are welcome. Bring your ideas and suggestions to the group! Contact Ray Reuter at the Empowerment Exchange at 518-235-2173 for more information. This program is free and open to the public. The Troy Public Library’s Lansingburgh Branch is located at 27114th Street, Troy, New York.

STORY TIME LEARN & PLAY: Wednesdays at 10:30am. Join us Wednesday mornings as we engage in stories, music, movement, and play. Ages 0-5 with caregiver. Troy Public Library, 100Second St. Troy. thetroylibrary.org. (518) 2747071.