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Thursday, Dec. 3

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: 9:30 a.m., Family Storytime. Stories, songs and activities. Up to age 6 with family. 10:15 a.m., On My Own. Stories, songs and fun for children age 3-6 while parents wait at our café tables. 4 p.m., Lego: Old School Build. No computers, no technology, just you, some bricks, and your imagination. For kids and families. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar.

CHRISTMAS FAIR: Cohoes Senior Center is having a Christmas Fair on Thursday, December 3, from 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. and on Friday, December 4 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. There will be a White Elephant table, Christmas table, Jewelry table, Baked Goods table, and there will be Hot Dogs and Soup for sale, and our regular congregate dining meal at noon which is a donation of $2.50 for 60 years and older and $6.50 for anyone under 60 years of age. Reservations for congregate lunch must be called in by 11a.m. the same day as the meal. If you are a vender and would like a table at the Christmas Fair call 235-2420 and ask for Myrtle to reserve a space. The deadline for reserving space is November 25. The Cohoes Senior Center is located at 10 Cayuga Plaza, Cohoes.

DEATH WITH DIGNITY: The local group Death with Dignity-Albany will present a participative program on Thursday, December 3, from 12:15 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. at the William K. Sanford Town Library, Albany-Shaker Road, Colonie. The program is free and open to the public. Death with Dignity-Albany is an independent community-based interest group connecting people in the Capital District who have an interest in death with dignity and end-of-life matters. “Let’s Talk: Group Discussions about Death with Dignity and End-of-Life Issues” will offer informal, confidential, facilitated smallgroup discussions. Topics will be determined by participants and could include choosing a health care proxy, communicating end-of-life preferences with loved ones and dealing with religious objections to end-of-life decisions. Advance registration is strongly recommended. To register, email your name and your topics of interest to info@deathwithdignityalbany.org.

HELP THE HOMELESS CONCERT: The Capital Region Coalition to End Homelessness is pleased to announce this year’s Help for the Homeless Benefit Concert to benefit local homeless and housing service providers. This year’s concert features Vanessa Carlton at the historic Troy Savings Bank Music Hall on Thursday December 3 at 7:30 p.m. The Coalition works to strengthen our communities by advocating for collaborative, local solutions to end homelessness. For more information on the Capital Region Coalition to End Homelessness, please visit endinghomelessnessny.org. MASONS: The Apollo-King Solomon’s Masonic Lodge #13 F.&A.M. will meet on Thursday, December 3, at 7:30 p.m. at the Troy Masonic Community Center, 39 Brunswick Road. Refreshments will be served following the meeting.

ROUND LAKE HOLIDAY MARKET: The Round Lake Holiday Artisan Market, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., in the Round Lake Village Hall at 49 Burlington Ave, Round Lake. Shopping Local and Handmade is easy. Stop by for some holiday cheer, get inspired and buy creative. Featuring work from The Round Lake Collective Artists. Don’t forget to check the Facebook page frequently and see all the amazing things that the artists have been working on for the show.

SANCTUARY FOR INDEPENDENT MEDIA: “(T)ERROR” with filmmakers Lyric Cabral and David Felix Sutcliffe, 7 p.m. A counterterrorism informant takes on what he swears is his last job for the FBI and invites filmmakers to follow his covert efforts to befriend a suspected jihadist—without informing his superiors. “(T) ERROR” explores how far we are going to prevent terror and exactly what liberties we are sacrificing to get there. Sponsored by iEAR Presents., RPI School of HASS. $10 suggested donation ($5 low income/student). 3361 6th Avenue, North Troy. TEDxALBANY: TEDxAlbany takes place at Overit, 435 New Scotland Avenue, Albany on Thursday, December 3, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.. TEDx are independently organized events in communities around the world dedicated to ideas worth sharing. This year’s event will feature presentations on nutrition, immigration, social empathy, diversity in literacy, transgender issues, and much more. Cost $90. If you’re interested in attending the event, please visit www.tedxalbany.org and to learn more, follow @TEDxAlbany on Twitter. If you’re interested in learning more about TED, please visit www.ted.com.

TEEN BOOK CLUB: The Teen Book Club of the Menands Public Library will meet at the library, 4 N. Lyons Ave., Menands, at 5 p.m. For more information, call 463-4035.

Friday, Dec. 4

ARTIST RECEPTION: Ina show entitled “Fellow Travelers,” classical artist Barbara Willner exhibits paintings at the Chatham Bookstore from December 4 to January 20, 2016. Small works of animals and insects done in freehand bronze will be on view. A reception takes place on Friday, December 4, from 5 to 7 p.m. Live at the Chatham Bookstore, 27 Main Street, Chatham. Call 392-3005 or visit www.chathambookstore.com for more information.

BOOK RELEASE PARTY: Celebrate the release of the new book on Waterford “Images of America – Waterford” and the Waterford Historical Museum’s Holiday Wine & Cheese Tasting on Friday, December 4 from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. at 2 Museum Lane. This will be your first chance to purchase the Waterford book and the author, Richard F. Herzog will be on hand to sign your book. There will be many never seen before images of both the Village and Town (including northside) of Waterford. Chapters include: Business, Industry and Prominent People, Street Scenes, Neighborhoods and Residents, Schools and Churches, Transportation, Disasters, Police, Firemen and Military. All proceeds benefit the Museum. Tony & Debreen Oliva, owners of Oliva Winery & Thoroughbreds, will provide tastings of some of their amazing wines. Coupled with some incredible cheeses and other refreshments, your epicurean palette will surely be delighted. For your $10 donation you will receive a beautiful keepsake etched wine glass. For more information, please call 238-0809.

CHRISTMAS CONCERT: The Tempest Woodwind Quintet (flute, oboe, clarinet, french horn, and bassoon) will perform a free chamber music concert with classical and Christmas-themed music, including pieces by Elgar, Holst, Bach, and Mozart, from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Church of St. Adalbert, 550 Lansing Street, Schenectady. There will be a premier of three carols arranged for woodwind Get listed: Submit items for the calendar at CALENDAR@TROYRECORD.COM.

quintet by the group’s oboe player, Diane Baltazar. Special guest performers are the St. Luke’s Choir. The concert will conclude with a sing-a-long of familiar Christmas carols.

EVERETT WAGAR SENIOR CENTER: On Friday, December 4, at 11 a.m. there will be a Membership Meeting at the Everett Wagar Senior Center, 2 Roxborough Road, Grafton. All members are welcome and encouraged to attend. Be a part of the decisions that affect your senior center. Stay for a noon meal after the meeting, for a suggested donation of $3. Entrée for lunch will be; Veal Marsala. To make reservations for lunch, call the center at 279-3485.

HOLIDAY SHOPPING FAIR: Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital will host its annual “Holiday Shopping Fair,” Friday, December 4, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., at the hospital located at 1270 Belmont Ave., Schenectady. The fair will feature designer vendors with jewelry, accessories and beauty products, including Bijoux Creations, Origami Owl, Silver Ambiance, Thirty-One purses and totes, Mary Kay, Arbonne International, and Young Living Essential Oils. Additionally, kitchen and household products will be available for purchase from Pampered Chef, Tupperware, Scentsy candles, and more. All proceeds will benefit the Sunnyview Patient Needs Scholarship Fund, which helps the hospital respond to the ongoing and urgent needs of patients. The event is open to the public. For more information, please contact the Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital Foundation at 382-4586.

HOMETOWN HOLIDAYS: Downtown Glens Falls will be buzzing with joy from 5 to 8 p.m. on Friday, December 4, as the community officially ushers in the holiday season with “Hometown Holidays,” from 5 to 8 p.m. Kids of all ages will discover holiday treats and festivities as they connect with friends and neighbors enjoying the warmth of this community event, which is organized jointly by The Glens Falls Collaborative, the Glens Falls Business Improvement District, and the City of Glens Falls. Gather at 5 p.m. in City Park along the Bay Street side of the library to enjoy holiday music provided by Mike DuBray from Regional Radio Group, who acts as Master of Ceremonies for the 5:45 p.m. tree lighting. The Glens Falls Community Theatre carolers will also perform. At the tree lighting, the Glens Falls Collaborative will provide maps showing the locations of holiday attractions. Maps are also available at the Glens Falls Gift Back in the Community Room of Crandall Public Library and in downtown shops. The Trolley will provide transportation to multiple venues featuring entertainment and activities for both children and adults. Saxophone Santa will be performing Christmas melodies onboard the trolley, which is decorated for the holidays. Sponsored by Greater Glens Falls Transit.

HUMAN JUKEBOX: Popular Songs, Music and Dancing with Ed Clifford, the Human Jukebox. He will perform many of our popular vocalists, such as Frank Sinatra, Kenny Rogers, Engelbert Humperdinck, Dean Martin, Tony Bennett and more. Come join a fun evening of music and dance. 7 p.m., Singles Outreach, 345 New Karner Road (Hill St. Entrance).

NORTH COUNTRY ARTS: North Country Arts is doing a “Come Together” event during Hometown Holidays, Friday, December 4, 5:45 to 8 pm at the Rare Earth Gallery, 176 Glen Street, Downtown Glens Falls. NCA asked current exhibiting artists to host a non-member to talk, play an instrument, do a dance, read a poem, bait a hook, juggle, sing, or do a show and tell about anything they are passionate about for no longer than 10 minutes. The idea is to bring new people into the Gallery to see the work of regional artists while the artists learn about the guests, who will be the stars of the evening, and are encouraged to bring family and friends. Mulled wine, warm apple cider and light refreshments will be available.

PENNY SOCIAL: Rensselaer County’s Everett Wagar Senior Center, 2 Roxborough Road, Grafton will hold a Penny Social on Friday, December 4, tickets on sale all day drawing at 1 p.m. There will be many items to choose from and open to all seniors 60 years of age and older. Come to lunch at noon, with an entrée of Veal Pattie Marsala at a suggested donation of $3 for seniors 60 years of age an older. All Rensselaer County seniors welcome, reservations required for lunch by calling 279-3485. SPOKEN WORD ARTISTS: For The Love of Local Arts, working with the Opalka Gallery, will highlight local talent in a new variety series. On Dec. 4 in particular, the spotlight will be on two favorite local Spoken Word artists; Bless Wise Wordz and Souljourner Truth. Please come and support the vast variety of talents in the Capital District area. $10 at the door. Opalka Gallery, located at Sage College of Albany at 140 New Scotland Avenue, on December 4 at 7 p.m. SQUARE DANCE: The Schoharie Valley Hayshakers will hold a mainstream level western square dance at the Middleburgh Elementary School cafeteria on Friday, December 4, beginning at 7:30 p.m. until 10 p.m. The caller is Ray Taylor and the cuer is Elma Taylor. Please wear soft sole shoes. Phone: 595-9213. Email: svhayshakers@gmail.com. Website: http://sites.google.com/site/hayshakers/home. VEGAS NIGHT: CohoesWaterford Elks, 45 N. Mohawk Street, Cohoes, 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Roulette, Black Jack, Joker 7 Dice Cage, Bang. Come try your luck and bring a friend.

Saturday, Dec. 5

ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST: The Poestenkill Christian Church, 721 Snyder’s Corners Rd., Poestenkill, will have its monthly All You Can Eat Breakfast on Saturday, December 5, from 8 a.m. - 11 a.m. Cost is $7 for adults and $3.50 for children under 10. Menu includes eggs, sausage, bacon, toast, home fries, pancakes, french toast, juice, coffee or tea. BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Time Out For Tales, 11 a.m. Stories and fun for children up to age 6 and families. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar.

CHATHAM BOOKSTORE: At the close of Winterfest, join the bookstore’s Main Street neighbors as Ruth Reichl signs her latest cookbook, “My Kitchen Year.” Celebration Includes wine chosen and poured by Karen Kaczmar of Chatham Wine & Liquor and cheese and crackers selected by Bimi’s Cheese Shop. Live at the Chatham Bookstore, 27 Main St., Chatham. Call 392-3005 or visit https://chathambookstore.com/ for more information.

CHRISTMAS BAZAAR: The Church of the Covenant at 3055 Route 43 in Averill Park, just west of Burden Lake Road, will host its annual Christmas Bazaar from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday December 5. Come do your Christmas shopping at more than a dozen handcraft, gift, and food shops. You’ll find plenty of holidaythemed items, as well as year-round gifts and décor. Upstairs, visit The Doll Boutique with handmade American Girl clothing, the Pet Corner with gifts for your pet, the Sweet Shoppe with homemade candy and baked goods, Plants & Greens, Collectibles, The Country Store, Handcrafts & Decorations, and Religious Items. Have lunch at the COC Cafe, specializing in chili, macaroni & cheese, sausage & peppers, assorted soups, and other homemade foods. Downstairs, Yuletide for Youth has a cookie-decorating station and games and crafts for children to do, as well as the ever-popular Kids-Only store.

CHRISTMAS CELTIC REVIVAL: ECMA nominees The SKY Family will be performing their high energy Celtic/pop-rock music, dance and Gospel production “Christmas Celtic Revival” that has been delighting audiences from coast to coast across the U.S. and Canada, the SKY Family is Eastern Canada’s premier Irish Dance production. Fast-paced music and high-energy dance combined with humor and inspiration makes a toe-tapping time for the whole family. 7 p.m., Trinity Episcopal Church, 1336 First Avenue, Watervliet.

CHRISTMAS SALE: Decorations new and used plus plates of assorted Christmas cookies at the Melrose Methodist Church, 20 Church Street on December 5 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. To reserve cookies call Elsie at 235-4370.

DANCE DOCUMENTARY SCREENING: The National Museum of Dance is excited to host a screening of the refreshing new documentary, A Ballerina’s Tale. This feature documentary tells the story of ballerina Misty Copeland, and her journey to becoming the first African-American Principal Dancer with American Ballet Theater. The screening will take place Saturday, December 5, at 7 p.m. at the Mr. and Mrs. Ronald A. Riggi Theater, 99 S. Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Tickets are $10 per person, and include popcorn. For more information and to purchase tickets please call 584-2225x3001. Seating is limited. FLEA MARKET: Petersburgh Methodist Church, 12 Head of Lane, will hold a Flea Market, Bake Sale and Chinese Auction Saturday, December 5, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 50⁄50 tickets will be on sale all day, with a drawing at 3 p.m. Lunch will be served all day, including homemade chili, soups, hotdogs, hamburgers, coffee, soda, dessert. Tables are $15 each. For more information call 852-6576.

HOLIDAY BAZAAR: On December 5 The North Chatham United Methodist Church will host a Holiday Bazaar from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., sponsored by the United Methodist Women of the North Chatham and Grace (Nassau) churches. The church is located at 4274 Route 203 in the hamlet of North Chatham. There will be a wide variety of vendors, with lunch and a bake sale also available. This will be a great chance to do a lot of your Christmas shopping, with all proceeds going to Mission Projects. For more information please call Lori Tillman at 766-4097.

HOLIDAY BAZAAR/PET FOOD DRIVE: The devoted members of the Women’s Guild of St. Peter Armenian Church are working tirelessly to prepare the gourmet flavors you can enjoy during the Annual Holiday Bazaar set to take place on December 5-6 in the Gdanian Auditorium, St. Peter Armenian Church, 100 Troy-Schenectady Road, Watervliet. This twoday event features a variety of delicious Armenian foods to enjoy on site or to take home and stock your freezer, a pet food drive to support local animal rescue shelters (donations may be dropped off during bazaar), musical entertainment & caroling, a caricaturist, vendors for your holiday shopping pleasures, and a raffle to be drawn on December 6 with three lucky winners. Winners need not be present at time of drawing. Of course, this Holiday Bazaar wouldn’t be complete without a visit from Santa Claus. The event is open to the public; admittance and parking are free of charge. Pet food donations will be accepted now through December 6 at the church.

HOLIDAY CONCERT: Thursday Musical Club, an all women’s chorus will present its 103rd concert of holiday favorites. A new piece will be performed. “Winter’s Twilight”, music by Valerie Showers Crescenz and words by Herb Frombach is dedicated to the Thursday Musical Club and director Julie Panke. Accompanist is Elinore Farnum. Guest Artists are the Thursday Belles, an English handbell group. Concert will be Saturday, December 5, at 2:30 p.m. at the First Reformed Church, 8 N. Church St., Schenectady.

HOLIDAY SHOP ON THE HUDSON: Come and see the Kinnear Museum of Local History in Lake Luzerne decorated for a Victorian holiday! Many items available in our gift shop for your holiday shopping list. The new 2015 Hadley Fire Tower “holiday ornament” is available. A 10% discount to Historical Society members on all purchases. Free refreshments. Be sure to stop by 52 Main Street, Lake Luzerne.

JAZZ QUARTET: EPOCH Assisted Living at Melbourne will welcome the Rich Vinette Quartet for a performance on Saturday, Dec. 5 at 2 p.m. The talented group will play a wide range of jazz standards. This event is free and open to the public but space is limited. For more information or to RSVP, please call 413-499-1992. EPOCH Assisted Living at Melbourne is located at 140 Melbourne Road, Pittsfield.

JERMAIN THRIFT SHOP: 601 Fifth Avenue, Watervliet, south of the Arsenal,

open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Everything from A to Z. Open every Saturday from November 28 through December 19 for your holiday shopping. For additional information, please call 272-4089 or 273-8220. RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Parents as first teachers: Librarian Patricia Dolton will give an interactive presentation of “Every Child Ready to Read” to parents of young children on Saturday, December 5, at 1 p.m. at the Rensselaer Public Library. She will talk about activities parents can do to prepare their child to become a fluent reader. 676 East Street, Rensselaer. Rensselaer Public Library is located across the street from the Amtrak parking lot. To learn more, see http://rensselaerlibrary.org/ or visit the library’s Facebook page, http://www.facebook.com/RensselaerLibrary.