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2020-03-21 -

EDITOR’S NOTE: This calendar is being regularly updated to reflect all event cancellations and postponements. However, it is recommended that readers contact event organizers before they attend. For the most updated version of the calendar, please visit or troyrecord. com.

Saturday, March 21

EXHIBIT OPENING: CANCELED -The Spindle City Historic Society (SCHS) and the Saturday Club of Cohoes will meet jointly on March 21at 1pm to celebrate the opening of Marching Forward: Cohoes Women in History the newest exhibit at the Cohoes Visitor Center at 58Remsen St. The Saturday Club, founded in 1899, is the oldest, continuous woman’s club in NY. Many former members of the club are featured in SCHS’ exhibit about women from Cohoes who have played a significant role in history. Mayor Keeler will be the guest speaker and the event is free and open to everyone. Questions can be directed to info@spindlecity.net

FRENCH FILM: CANCELED - “Belle Et Sebastien”, March 21, 20201pm, Troy Public Library, 100Second Street, Troy, NY, free, presented by La Fédération FrancoAméricaine du New York. Taken place in the French Alps during World War II, a quiet little boy meets a stray dog and begins a friendship. The boy and his dog prove to be heroes when they help defend their village from the Nazis. For additional information, call the Troy Public Library at 518-274-7071. Follow La Fédération FrancoAméricaine du New York at www.albanyareafrenchclub. com and Facebook.

HERITAGE HUNTERS: CANCELED - Heritage Hunters of Saratoga County will meet on Saturday, March 21st, at 1 pm at the Town of Saratoga Town Hall, corner of Rt. 4and Rt. 29in Schuylerville. Chris Martin, Chief of Natural and Cultural Resources for the Saratoga National Historic Park, will discuss an archaeological dig that took place in May 2019. Led by William Griswold, the work was carried out by 33veterans who came from all over the country. It focused on a short battle in 1777that changed the course of the Revolutionary War when 12,000 American soldiers surprised 1700hungry British and Ger

man men. The goal of the dig was to help determine where in the old wheat field the different troops fought. Used was aerial survey, metal detecting, digging, and ground penetrating radar. Public is welcome. For information call Ginny at 518-885-9309.

LIBRARY FRIENDS MEET

ING: CANCELED - The Friends of the Waterford Public Library will meet to discuss and plan 20202021events and fundraising activities on Saturday, March 21, 2020at 10:30AM in the Community Room at Van Schoonhoven Square, Waterford, NY., weather permitting. Members of the community interested in participating and joining the Friends are invited to attend. The Friends of the Waterford Public Library work with the Library Director and Library trustees to support and advance the services and goals of the Library.

GRETA THE READING DOG:

CANCELED - Saturdays 12:00pm-1:00pm. Visit with or read to Greta the Goldendoodle to boost your reading skills and confidence! All ages. Troy Public Library, 100 Second St., Troy. (518) 2747071. thetroylibrary.org.

BROOKS BBQ AND ANNUAL SPRING AUCTION:

CANCELED - Stillwater United Church is holding a Brooks’ Chicken BBQ dinner on Saturday, March 21st from 4:00-6:30, until “sold out” in Stillwater United’s Fellowship Hall at 747Hudson Ave. across from Post office. Parking behind church. BBQ tickets $14. Menu includes half-chicken, potato, coleslaw, roll, cake and beverage. Eat in or take-out. The Annual Spring Auction will be held at the same time. The preview of items begins at 3:00p.m. with a scheduled 6:30pm drawing. Winners do not have to be present at the time of the drawing. Handicap accessible.

FAMILY SATURDAY: CANCELED - The Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery at Skidmore College has canceled its Spring 2020Family Saturdays, a series of multigenerational creative collaborations on each Saturday from February 15through April 4. The Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery at Skidmore College has been monitoring the fast-changing situation surrounding COVID-19. Out of concern for the health and safety of the community, the museum is closed to the public for the foreseeable future. All events and programs are currently canceled. Please check the Museum’s website at http:// tang.skidmore.edu for updates, and visit Skidmore’s website for college updates at https://www.skidmore. edu/covid19.

Sunday, March 22

WORLD WATER DAY BEER RELEASE PARTY: CANCELED -Artisanal Brew Works and Saratoga PLAN invite the community to join them in the Artisanal taproom, located at 41 Geyser Rd, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866, for the release party, on March 22nd from 1:00-5:00PM. A portion of proceeds from the beer will support Saratoga County’s trusted leader in conservation, Saratoga PLAN. By purchasing 4-packs or draft pints, participants will be supporting protection of critical water resources in Saratoga County. CONCERT: CANCELED - The concert scheduled for 3⁄22 at Old Saratoga Reformed Church has been cancelled/ postponed until further notice.

Monday, March 23

DEMOCRATIC COMMITTEE FUNDRAISER: POSTPONED - The Waterford Democratic Committee will host a fundraising event on Monday, March 23, 2020 from 5:30p.m. to 7:30p.m. at McGreivey’s Restaurant, 91 Broad Street, Waterford, NY. All are welcome to mingle, meet, greet and eat with Waterford Democrats and learn about future plans for the community. The event features a hot and cold appetizer buffet and a cash bar. A donation of $25per person will help to cover expenses and build the treasury of the Waterford Democratic Committee. For further information, visit the Waterford Democratic Committee on Facebook (www.facebook. com/ WaterfordNYDemocraticCommittee/).

Tuesday, March 24

TWEEN CRAFT NIGHT:

CANCELED - DIY Glitter Jars – Tuesday 3⁄24: 6:00pm. Tweens and teens ages 10+ will craft their own stress relieving glitter jar! Registration is required, supplies are limited. Program begins at 6pm; this is not a drop in program. Troy Public Library, 100Second St., Troy. (518) 274-7071. thetroylibrary.org.

YOGA: CANCELED - The Troy Public Library’s Lansingburgh

Branch in conjunction with the Troy YMCA, will offer Yoga classes on Tuesdays, February 25th – March 31st at 6PM. This is an all-level yoga class that will invigorate your body and reduce stress. You will experience traditional yoga poses, stretching, breathing and relaxation techniques which will improve your flexibility, balance, strength and overall wellness. Please bring your own mat. This program is free and open to the public. Please register by calling the library at 235-5310or online at www. thetroylibrary.org. The Troy Public Library’s Lansingburgh Branch is located at 27114th Street , Troy.

POESTENKILL SENIORS:

CANCELED - 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.

Wednesday, March 25

STORYTIME LEARN & PLAY: CANCELED - Wednesdays at 10:30am. Join us Wednesday mornings as we engage in stories, music, movement, and play. Ages 0-5with caregiver. Troy Public Library, 100Second St., Troy. (518) 274-7071. thetroylibrary.org.

DON’T BE BORED GAMES:

CANCELED - Wednesdays 5:30pm -7:30pm. Drop by & play board games in the Young People’s Room! All ages. Troy Public Library, 100 Second St., Troy. (518) 2747071. thetroylibrary.org.

POTTERY & POETRY

WORKSHOP: CANCELED - Join us at the Troy Public Library – Lansingburgh Branch, Wednesdays, March 18th & 25th at 5:30, for free pottery instruction. In this 2part workshop led by Biana Depuis of the Broken Mold Studio we will be creating a project inspired by poetry. You must attend both sessions to complete the project. We will make a hand built vessel out of clay, and experience different hand building techniques to create a beautiful work of art. This program is free and open to the public. Advanced registration is required. For more information and to register, call the library at 518235-5310or online at www. thetroylibrary.org. The Troy Public Library-Lansingburgh Branch is located at 27114th

Street, Troy.

SHORT STORY READING &

DISCUSSION GROUP: CANCELED - On Wednesdays, February 26th – April 1st at 6:30PM, Short Story writer David Sylvester will lead a reading and discussion group at the Troy Public Library. Local short-story writer Dave Sylvester hosts The Short Story Café, an informal discussion of the short story form that examines how writers handle structural elements such as plot, character and theme in their writing. Each week we will read and discuss two stories by wellknown (and some lesserknown!) masters of the form. Copies of the stories will be available in advance and should be read before the discussions. The first set of stories are available at the information desk of the main library. 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 Street, Troy.

SPEIGLE ELDERS: The Speigle Elders have planned a Soup & Bread luncheon for this month’s social gathering at noon on Wednesday, March 25(please note earlier arrival time). Home made soups on the menu include: Potato, Manhattan Clam Chowder, Broccoli & Cheese, Ham & Bacon and Cauliflower. Table 1members will provide desserts. If you did not signed up at an earlier meeting, contact Carol Vozzy or Mary Riley for a reservation. Luncheon payments may be made the day of the event.

Thursday, March 26

UNDERSTANDING SHAKE

SPEARE: CANCELED - Join us at the Troy Public Library on Thursdays, February 27th – March 26th from 6:30PM – 7:30PM for our Understanding Shakespeare workshop with Tom Bulger. This will be a five-session program on how to understand Shakespeare’s plays. We will start our discussion with Act 1of Shakespeare’s comedy “Pericles.” Then in the following four weeks we will discuss the play one act at a time. This program will allow the participants to put the play in a variety of contexts, such as its relationship to his other works and to the modern existential world. Tom Bulger, Shakespeare Scholar and retired professor from Siena College will lead this workshop. Please have Act One read for the February 27th discussion. This program is free and open to the public. Registration is necessary. For more information and to register, call the library at 274-7071or online at www.

thetroylibrary.org. The Troy Public Library is located at 100Second Street, Troy.

Friday, March 27

TROY NIGHT OUT: Support Small, Staying Healthy - Due to the current COVID-19 Public Health situation, necessary Restrictions, & safety of our community, Troy Night Out is going virtual this month! We can still support small business, create community and enjoy a Friday evening ‘in Troy, NY’ in the healthiest way possible. Stay tuned for more details to come! Last Friday of every month from 5to 9p.m. in downtown Troy. Troy Night Out is a monthly late evening that regularly draws thousands of people onto the streets of downtown Troy to shop, dine and explore. Attendees are able to enjoy countless art openings, music performances, fine restaurants as well as unique boutiques of all varieties. For more information visit www.downtowntroy. org.

CAPITAL DISTRICT GARDEN & FLOWER SHOW:

CANCELED - The 33rd Annual Capital District Garden & Flower Show schedule for March 27through March 29th at Hudson Valley Community College has been canceled. Pennie Gonzalez, event manager wrote “It is with great sadness that we are canceling the 2020 Capital District Garden & Flower Show after receiving notification that NYS has placed an indefinite ban on large gatherings. This was not an easy decision, nor one taken lightly. At this time of crisis, it is most important to keep our sponsors, vendors, supporters and visiting families safe.” The Capital District Garden & Flower Show will be back March 26-28, 2021to continue the most anticipated springtime tradition in New York’s Capital Region.

TUTOR TIME: CANCELED - Fridays 3:30pm-5pm. Call to reserve 30minute sessions with a tutor to help with math and other skills. Youth grades 7- 12. Troy Public Library, 100Second St., Troy. (518) 274-7071. thetroylibrary.org.

VIETNAM ERA VETERANS RECOGNITION CEREMONY: POSTPONED - The Gerald B. H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery is proud to announce the 5th annual Vietnam Era Veterans

Recognition Ceremony If you are a Veteran who served between November 1, 1955 - May 15,1975Please join us to meet other Vietnam Era Veterans. We would like to take this opportunity to recognize and thank you for your service. Friday March 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm at the G.B.H.S. Saratoga National Cemetery - Shelter 1200 Duell Rd, Schuylerville, NY 12871. For further information, please call 518-5819128.

LENTEN FISH FRY DINNERS: CANCELED - Due to the concerns of the Coronavirus, the Latham Colonie Council Knights of Columbus #3394has cancelled the Lenten Fish Fry Dinners that were being held through April 10th, 2020, at 328Troy Schenectady Road, Latham.

Saturday, March 28

GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY MEETING: CANCELED - The March meeting of the Capital District Genealogical Society has been cancelled. The William Sanford Colonie Town Library is closed until further notice. The April meeting is still on the schedule as planned. Check the website for up to date information. capitaldistrictgenealogicalsociety.org

CAPITAL DISTRICT GARDEN & FLOWER SHOW:

CHICKEN ‘N BISCUIT DINNER: Van Rensselaer Star Chapter #256, Order of the Eastern Star, in East Greenbush is holding a Chicken ‘n Biscuit Dinner on Saturday, March 28th from 4:30– 6:30pm at the Masonic Temple which is located at 710Columbia Turnpike, East Greenbush. The cost of the dinner is $12for adults, $5 for children and reservations should be made by March 23rd by calling Barbara at 518-772-1662.

ROAST PORK DINNER: 4 to 6:30p.m. on Saturday, March 28at Waterford Knights of Columbus, 76 Grace St, Waterford. Roast pork, potatoes, vegetables, rolls, dessert, coffee and tea. Other drinks available at additional cost. Cost: $12 for adults, $6for kids under age 12. Children under age 5 free. Advance tickets available at a discounted price. Call (518) 801-2506for advanced tickets, reservations and information. Tickets will be available at the door as well. Takeouts available and can be arranged by calling (518) 801-2506or (518 )237-9330from 2to 4p.m. on March 28. GRETA THE READING

DOG: CANCELED - Saturdays 12:00pm-1:00pm. Visit with or read to Greta the Goldendoodle to boost your reading skills and confidence! All ages. Troy Public Library, 100Second St., Troy. (518) 274-7071. thetroylibrary.org.

WOODWORKERS SHOWCASE: CANCELED - The Northeast Woodworkers Association has cancelled it’s annual Woodworkers Showcase presentation which was to be held on March 28& 29at the Saratoga Springs City Center, as a result of the directive from the Governors office prohibiting gathering of more than 500people at an event. The Totally Turning Symposium, a part of Showcase, has also been cancelled. The Woodworkers Showcase will not be able to be rescheduled for 2020, however, the show will be scheduled again for late March in 2021. For further information, go to www.woodworker.org. FAMILY SATURDAY: CANCELED - The Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery at Skidmore College has canceled its Spring 2020Family Saturdays, a series of multigenerational creative collaborations on each Saturday from February 15through April 4. The Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery at Skidmore College has been monitoring the fast-changing situation surrounding COVID-19. Out of concern for the health and safety of the community, the museum is closed to the public for the foreseeable future. All events and programs are currently canceled. Please check the Museum’s website at http://

tang.skidmore.edu for updates, and visit Skidmore’s website for college updates at https://www.skidmore. edu/covid19.

MALTA FLEA MARKET: After two successful outdoor seasons at the Malta Drivein, the Malta Flea Market will move indoors for the winter. Monthly shows are planned for January through April at the Malta Community Center at 1Bayberry Dr. in Malta.Indoor flea markets will be held on the following Saturdays: January 25, February 22, March 28and April 25. Hours will be 9a.m. to 3:30p.m. Features of the Malta Indoor Flea Market: Up to 65vendors selling antiques, collectibles, crafts, artwork, new items and more; plenty of parking, no entry fee, new and interesting items each show. For additional information, visit maltaflea.com or call (518) 256-4409.

Sunday, March 29

CAPITAL DISTRICT GARDEN & FLOWER SHOW:

WOODWORKERS SHOWCASE: CANCELED - The Northeast Woodworkers Association has cancelled it’s annual Woodworkers Showcase presentation which was to be held on March 28& 29at the Saratoga Springs City Center, as a result of the directive from the Governors office prohibiting gathering of more than 500people at an event. The Totally Turning Symposium, a part of Showcase, has also been cancelled. The Woodworkers Showcase will not be able to be rescheduled for 2020, however, the show will be scheduled again for late March in 2021. For further information, go to www.woodworker.org. BANDS N BEANS: CANCELED - Lake George Arts Project’s Annual Bands ‘n Beans, March 29, 2020, 2-7pm at the Fort William Henry Conference Center, Lake George. Hot chili and hot music will be celebrated at the 29th annual Bands ‘n Beans event to be held at Fort William Henry Conference Center in Lake George on Sunday, March 29, from 2- 7PM. For almost three decades now, Bands ‘n Beans has become the biggest party of the year in the north country, a sign of winter’s end and the beginning of spring. Tickets: $20 limited early-bird, $25at the door. A limited number of early-bird tickets at a discounted price of $20are on sale now via the website: https://www.lakegeorgearts.org/event/bandsand-beans-2020. Day of event tickets are available for $25at the door. Proceeds from Bands ‘n Beans benefit the Lake George Arts Project, so that they can continue to offer quality arts and music programming, usually at no or little cost to the public.

COLUMBIETTES MEETING: CANCELED - Due to the concerns for the Coronavirus and on the recommendation of organization directives Capital District Chapter Columbiettes President, Linda Cotch has cancelled the March Chapter meeting that was to be held at Latham-Colonie Council on March 29th, 2020. This includes the Raffle and covered dish dinner.

Monday, March 30

POTTERY & POETRY

WORKSHOP: Join us at the Troy Public Library, Mondays, March 30th & April 6th at 6:00pm, for free pottery instruction. In this 2part workshop led by Biana Depuis of the Broken Mold Studio we will be creating a project inspired by poetry. You must attend both sessions to complete the project. We will make a hand built vessel out of clay, and experience different hand building techniques to create a beautiful work of art. 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 1002nd Street, Troy.

Tuesday, March 31

YOGA: The Troy Public Library’s Lansingburgh

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.

Wednesday, April 1

SHORT STORY READING & DISCUSSION GROUP:

On Wednesdays, February 26th – April 1st at 6:30PM, Short Story writer David Sylvester will lead a reading and discussion group at the Troy Public Library. Local short-story writer Dave Sylvester hosts The Short Story Café, an informal discussion of the short story form that examines how writers handle structural elements such as plot, character and theme in their writing. Each week we will read and discuss two stories by well-known (and some lesser-known!) masters of the form. Copies of the stories will be available in advance and should be read before the discussions. The first set of stories are available at the information desk of the main library. For more information and to register call the library at 518-2747071or online at www. thetroylibrary.org. The Troy Public Library is located at 100Second Street, Troy.

Friday, April 3

ILIUM LITERARY CLUB:

CANCELED - The Ilium Literary Club of Troy, NY is in its 97th year. Due to

CDVID-19, the Ilium Literary Club of Troy is cancelling our April 3rd and May 1st, 2020 meetings. At this time, we are not cancelling our June 5th Annual Luncheon. An announcement will be made, in the future, regarding the status of our Annual Meeting & Luncheon. Meetings are generally held on the First Friday of those months at the Troy Masonic Community Center, 39 Brunswick Road, Troy. After a short business meeting, we have a guest speaker or entertainment.

LENTEN FISH FRY DIN

NERS: CANCELED - Due to the concerns of the Coronavirus, the Latham Colonie Council Knights of Columbus # 3394has cancelled the Lenten Fish Fry Dinners that were being held through April 10th, 2020, at 328Troy Schenectady Road, Latham.

CHOWDER DINNER: The Annual Clam Chowder Dinner at St Luke’s on the Hill, 40McBride Road, Mechanicville NY will take place on Friday April 3, 2020from 4:30-6:30PM. Homemade New England Clam, Manhattan Clam or Corn Chowder are offered. Eat in dinner menu will include your choice of Chowder, bread and butter, dessert and a drink all for $7. Take out chowder is available for $10per quart. Pre-orders are encouraged as dinners are available while supplies last. 518664-4834. Church services at St Luke’s on the Hill (Episcopal) are offered on Saturdays at 4PM and on Sundays at 8and 10AM. For further information go to stlukesonthehill.org or call 5186644834. And like us on Facebook.

SARATOGA TATTOO

EXPO: POSTPONED - This event has been rescheduled for July 17, 18and 19at the Saratoga Springs City Center, 522Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Hours: Friday, 3pm - 11pm; Saturday, 11am - 11 pm; Sunday, 11am - 7pm. Admission: $10Day Pass • $25Weekend Pass.

Saturday, April 4

KIDS DAY: CANCELED - On Saturday, April 4, from 9 am – 12pm, kids are invited to Peebles Island State Park for the 3rd annual Kid’s Day celebration. Besides short, guided nature walks around the Island, the Visitor Center will be buzzing with activities. Some of these activities include crafts, stamping and a story in our reading center. Kids will be invited to explore animal pelts and skins and to pick up a “Peebles Passport” that they will get stamped as they complete activities. Children must bring their adults. Questions? Contact FriendsOfPeebles@Gmail. com.

STEAM POWERED SAT

URDAY: Every first Saturday of the month children ages 4-12and their families are invited to visit the Tech Valley Center of Gravity at 30 3rd St. in Troy for a free fun, creative hands-on project. Brought to you through the generous support of the Albany Society of Engineers Foundations, these mindexpanding projects help children discover creative play through science, technology, engineering, the arts and mathematics.

SARATOGA TATTOO

Sunday, April 5

VFW MONTHLY BREAK

FAST: VFW Post 1938, Poplar Avenue, Valley Falls, NY will now hold its monthly breakfast from 8- 11a.m. on the first Sunday of each month (instead of the second Sunday), starting March 1. Menu includes eggs cooked to order, French toast, pancakes, sausage, bacon, toast, potatoes, biscuits with sausage gravy, fruit, juice and coffee. Cost is $8(age 13. And over), $4 (age 5-12), free (under 5).

SARATOGA TATTOO EXPO: POSTPONED - This event has been rescheduled for July 17, 18and 19at the Saratoga Springs City Center, 522Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Hours: Friday, 3pm - 11pm; Saturday, 11am - 11 pm; Sunday, 11am - 7pm. Admission: $10Day Pass • $25Weekend Pass.

Monday, April 6

POTTERY & POETRY

POESTENKILL SENIORS:

GRAFTON MERRYMAK

ERS: The April 8meeting of the Grafton Merrymakers has been canceled. We will keep you updated when our next meeting will take place. If you have any questions please call Betty Jean at 518-272-8624. The Grafton Merrymakers typically meet on the second Wednesday of each month from March through November at the Everett Wagar Senior Center, 2Roxborough Road in Grafton. If you are interested in joining the Merrymakers please come to a meeting, or call the senior center Monday - Friday from 9a.m. - 3p.m. at 518-2793413.

Thursday, April 9

SARATOGA JOB FAIR: The Career Building EXPO; Find jobs in Saratoga Springs and the entire Capital Region of Upstate NY. 10a.m. to 4 p.m. on Thursday April 9th at the Saratoga Springs City Center – 522Broadway, Saratoga Springs. For more information visit capitaljobdevelopmentgroup.org/ saratoga-job-fair.

Friday, April 10

SOUPER SUPPER: Petersburg Veterans Memorial Community Center, located at 71Main St. in Petersburgh, hosts a Community Night on the second Friday of each month, unless bad weather or below 0.

LENTEN FISH FRY DINNERS: CANCELED - Due to the concerns of the Coronavirus, the Latham

Colonie Council Knights of Columbus # 3394has cancelled the Lenten Fish Fry Dinners that were being held through April 10th, 2020, at 328Troy Schenectady Road, Latham.

Saturday, April 11

HAZARDOUS WASTE, RECYCLING & SHREDDING DAY: Mayor Patrick Madden today announced the City of Troy’s upcoming Household Hazardous Waste, Electronic Recycling Collection, and Shredding Day has been scheduled for Saturday, April 11th, from 8:00 am – 2:00pm. The event provides Troy residents the opportunity to safely dispose of hazardous materials not accepted through the city’s normal garbage collection service. The disposal event is a free service available to Troy residents only. Residents wishing to participate in the program will be required to pick up a Household Hazardous Waste Day coupon at the Mayor’s Office in City Hall (433 River Street, 5th floor). Coupons can be obtained by Troy residents (with identification— see below) during normal business hours, 8:30am – 4:30pm, Monday through Friday (excluding holidays). A limited number of coupons are available, and will be issued on a first- come, first served basis. Individuals without coupons will be unable to utilize the program. After- hours coupon pickup will be available at City Hall on Tuesday, February 25, from 4:30pm – 7:30pm, and on Tuesday, March 10, at the South End/Osgood Neighborhood Meeting ( TAUM 3922nd St.) starting at 6pm, and March 10, at the Lansingburgh Neighborhood Association meeting (Boys and Girls Club, 5014th Ave.) at 7:00pm. The annual collection event will be held at the City’s “Alamo” site located directly across the street from the Rensselaer County Correctional Facility near the intersection of Main Street and East Industrial Parkway in South Troy.

MIND BODY SOUL EXPO:

POSTPONED to Sept. 5. The event was previously scheduled for 9am-5pm, Saturday April 11, at the Saratoga Springs City Center. Free admission and open to the public. Come discover, explore, and experience 130+ Health, Wellness, and Holistic Vendors, demonstrations, interactive exhibits, 16Free presentations and lectures, 8Free classes and workshops, 8 stage performances, local Saratoga businesses, Free samples, Healing and Meditation Room (upstairs with elevator access) and much much more! Interested in showcasing your products and or services? Please email Gem Rhodes at mindbodysoulexpony@ gmail.com.

Tuesday, April 14

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.

Wednesday, April 15

CHARISMATIC MASS:

CANCELED - In compliance with Bishop Scharfenberger’s directive to cancel all public Masses in the diocese, the April 15Charismatic Mass and Healing Service at Christ Our Light is canceled. Please check our website at AlbanyCCR. org for further developments.

Monday, April 20

TROY 100: CANCELED - It is with the safety our Troy 100Forum Community in mind that the Troy 100 Forum conveners have decided to not hold the 20 April 2020Forum. We have been diligently following the city, county, and state policies to ensure the health and wellness of our community and we encourage all others to do the same. A Fall 2020Forum date for our “Glimpse into Troy’s Performing Arts” will be announced soon.

POESTENKILL SENIORS:

Friday, April 24

TROY NIGHT OUT: Last Friday of every month from 5 to 9p.m. in downtown Troy. Troy Night Out is a monthly late evening that regularly draws thousands of people onto the streets of downtown Troy to shop, dine and explore. Attendees are able to enjoy countless art openings, music performances, fine restaurants as well as unique boutiques of all varieties. For more information visit www.downtowntroy. org.

CAPITAL REGION GUITAR

SHOW: April 24th & 25th 2020, Friday 5pm-8pm Saturday 10am-5pm at the Saratoga Springs City Center - 522Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Dealers from the Northeast will be on hand to buy, sell, trade, and appraise your musical equipment. No matter what level of playing or interest you have, the Capital Region Guitar Show is sure to please the eyes, ears, and fingers! The public is encouraged to bring along a guitar or amplifier to receive a discount of $2off of the $7admission charge. Discount is also honored when you bring in at least two cans of food for local food bank. Kids 10& under are free with the folks. The Capital Region Guitar Show is presented by Starving Arts LLC, Saratoga Guitar and SaratogaMusic.com. For more info please call Matt at 518-581-1603or visit aratogaguitar.com/ guitarshow.

Saturday, April 25

GARAGE SALE: The Newtonville United Methodist Church, located on the corner of Maxwell Rd & Rt 9, north of Siena College will hold a garage sale on Saturday, April 25, 2020, from 8:30AM – 2:00PM in Fellowship Hall. Garden items, tools, house wares, linens, appliances, furniture, holiday items, jewelry, toys, books, and more will be sold. There will also be a luncheon café and bake sale. Early bird special entry at 8:00 AM for $3.00. Collectors & dealers may be especially interested. The garage sale is a place to say hello to friends old and new and to bring home something you didn’t know you needed! CAPITAL REGION GUITAR SHOW: April 24th & 25, Friday 5pm-8pm Saturday 10am-5pm at the Saratoga Springs City Center - 522Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Dealers from the Northeast will be on hand to buy, sell, trade, and appraise your musical equipment. No matter what level of playing or interest you have, the Capital Region Guitar Show is sure to please the eyes, ears, and fingers! The public is encouraged to bring along a guitar or amplifier to receive a discount of $2.00 off of the $7.00admission charge. Discount is also honored when you bring in at least two cans of food for local food bank. Kids 10 & under are free with the folks. The Capital Region Guitar Show is presented by Starving Arts LLC, Saratoga Guitar and SaratogaMusic. com. For more info please call Matt at 518-581-1603 or visit aratogaguitar.com/ guitarshow.

Sunday, April 26

CANCELED - AUTISM EXPO: The 9th Annual Autism Expo and Art Exhibit, which will be held from noon to 3p.m. on Sunday, April 26, 2020at the Saratoga Springs City Center, is just the place to find what you are looking for! Saratoga Bridges, in partnership with Upstate NY Autism Alliance and the Skidmore College Psychology Department, will host this event as a resource for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders and their families. Additionally, the 9th Annual Autism Expo and Art Exhibit is a great networking event. There will be more than 90organizations represented from the Captial Region and beyond. This is a free family event. For more information visit saratogabridges.ejoinme.org/ AutismExpo2020.

Tuesday, April 28

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