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Sunday, June 4

ARMENIAN FESTIVAL: St. Peter Armenian Church’s Armenial Festival continues from noon to 5 p.m. at 100 Troy-Schenectady Road, Watervliet. Live music provided by the John Vartan Ensemble, plus Armenian food, beer and wine, cooking demonstrations, church tours, kids’ activities, raffles, games and etnertainment. Free admission and parking. For more information call 274-3673, email stpeter.armch@prodigy.net, visit www.stpeterarmenianchurch.com or the church’s Facebok page.

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Bestselling author Ann Leary, whose writing credits include “An Innocent, A Broad,” “The Good House” and “The Children,” will discuss her work, 2 p.m. This is a first-come, first-admitted event; doors will open at 1:45 p.m. Underwritten by the Friends of Bethlehem Public Library. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar.

FESTIVAL CELEBRATION CHOIR: The Festival Celebration Choir, an ecumenical choral ensemble in the Capitol District, will present its spring concert, “Many Gifts, One Spirit,” June 4, at 4 p.m. at the First Lutheran Church, 181 Western Avenue, Albany. The concert features the regional premiere of John Rutter’s ‘The Gift of Life’, a six-movement choral celebration of the living earth and its creation. Tickets are $18. Student and senior tickets are $13. Tickets are available at the door or from members of the choir. More information about the choir is available at www.festivalcelebrationchoir.org.

GREENBUSH HISTORICAL SOCIETY: The Greenbush Historical Society welcomes Bobbie Reno, East Greenbush Town Historian, who will be discussing Edmonia Lewis at the Sunday, June 4 meeting. Edmonia was born in 1844 to a Chippewa mother and an African American father. She lived in East Greenbush and was raised by the Chippewa when she was orphaned at the age of five. Race and gender presented many obstacles, but Edmonia overcame them to become the first professional African American sculptor. She spent much of her professional career in Rome, Italy and was internationally renowned. The meeting starts at 2 p.m. at the East Greenbush Library. The presentation is free, but please register with the Library by calling 477-7476. HEADLOCKS ON THE HUDSON: An annual event by downtown’s Underground Athletics, Headlocks on the Hudson is a Freestyle and Greco Roman Wrestling tournament taking place on the Hudson River in Troy. It is open to all ages, abilities, and genders with a family-friendly atmosphere and some great wrestling. 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Riverfront Park. Register at https://www.headlocksonthehudson.com/register.

I WILL SING: The Clifton Park Community Chorus and the Choraliers of Schenectady present “I Will Sing,” 3 p.m., Shenendehowa United Methodist Church, Route 146, Clifton Park. For more information contact Pat O’Donnell at 371-6681.

PIANO RECITAL: By Dr. Gena Bedrosian. Program includes works of the great masters including Brahms, Liszt, Mendelssohn, Grieg, Mozart, McDowell, CPE Bach and more. Suitable for all ages. 4 p.m., Delmar Reformed Church, 386 Delaware Ave, Delmar. Donations will benefit the FOCUS group of local churches. Dr. Bedrosian will also provide special music for the 9:30 a.m. service at the church.

WRITING WORKSHOP: The Troy Public Library is hosting a series of writing workshops with Amy Halloran. Come spend an afternoon and/or morning reading and writing about dramatic moments in Troy’s history. We will consider how change happens, and how Trojans of different eras responded to challenges like slavery, suffrage and poor working conditions. No experience necessary, just bring your curiosity. Reading materials will be available prior to class. Come to the June 4 class from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., the June 17 class from 10 a.m. to noon, or both. This project is made possible with funds from the Decentralization Program, a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew Cuomo and the New York State Legislature and administered by The Arts Center of the Capital Region.

Monday, June 5

BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH: 6 p.m., “Sister-to-Sister,” Minister Grace Smythe, Mt. Pleasant,Facilitator. 2165 5th Avenue, Troy.

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: 4 p.m., Lego Club. We supply the Legos; you supply the imagination. Build structures and make friends. For kids and families. 6 p.m., Fun and Games for Grownups. An adults-only gathering where you can play games, including chess, color and socialize. Snacks served. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar.

BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP: The Troy Public Library’s Evening Book Group will be discussing Lauren Groff’s “Fates and Furies” on Monday, June 5, at 6:30 p.m. The monthly book group meets to discuss a wide range of book selections. New members are always welcomed. Monthly participation is not necessary, come for the books that interest you. This discussion is free and open to the public. For more information call the library at 274-7071 or online at www.thetroylibrary.org Troy Public Library is located at 100 Second Street, Troy. MASONS: The Mount Zion Masonic Lodge #311 F.&A.M. will meet on Monday, June 5, at 7:30 p.m. at the Troy Masonic Community Center, 39 Brunswick Road. They will confer the Fellowcraft Masonic Degree on a class of candidates. A dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. preceeding the meeting, and refreshments will be served following the meeting.

SENIOR SCIENCE AFTERNOON: The Dudley Observatory at miSci is committed to lifelong learning and has created programming specifically designed for adults. Come explore the museum on a quiet afternoon, then join the Dudley Observatory for an exciting presentation, “NASA’s Great Observatories: James Webb Space Telescope,” presented by Outreach Astronomer Dr. Valerie Rapson. miSci, Museum of Innovation and Science, 15 Nott Terrace Heights, Schenectady. Senior Admission to miSci ($10.50 adult, $7.50 child age 3-12, $9 senior 65+), Free for miSci members.

STEPHENTOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETY: Deana Mallory, director of public programs at the Bennington Museum, will present an illustrated talk on “The Bennington Potters” on Monday, June 5, at 7:30 p.m., at the Stephentown Historical Society’s Heritage Center, 4 Staples Road (corner of Garfield Road), Stephentown. She will explore the relationship and differences between Captain John Norton’s pottery and the United States Pottery Company and talk about the rise and fall of each. The program is free and the building is handicapped accessible. For directions, telephone 7330010.

TROY ACTIVISM HISTORY TALK: On Monday, June 5, at 6 p.m., P. Thomas Carroll, former Executive Director of the Hudson Mohawk Industrial Gateway from 1997 to 2013, and now the Gateway’s “Senior Scholar will be at the Troy Public Library to discuss Kate Mullany and the national significance of a laundry workers’

strike. This program is free and open to the public. For more information call the library at 274-7071 or go online at www.thetroylibrary. org. The Troy Public Library is located at 100 2nd Street, Troy.

WATERVLIET PUBLIC LIBRARY: Juice and Jammies is held every other Monday evening. Come to the library in your PJs for a night-time snack, craft, and story with Miss Karen! For kids 6 and under with a parent or guardian. Call 274-4471 or email director@watervlietpubliclibrary.org to register for the next storytime.1501 Broadway, Watervliet. Tuesday, June 6 BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH: Tuesday Morning Bible Study, 11 a.m. to noon, Minister Linda Dukes, Facilitator. 2165 5th Avenue, Troy.

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Trivia Night, 7 p.m. Sign up alone or as a team and match wits with others. Prizes donated by the Friends. Sign up online at bethlehempubliclibrary. org or call 439-9314. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. 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 handicapped accessible with sufficient parking. The Poestenkill Seniors hold catered luncheons, clamsteams and fish frys at various restaruants. Best of all, they go on bus trips to casinos and other points of interest. Dues are $10 a year. RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Computer Help. Every Tuesday from 1 p.m.

- 3 p.m. at the Rensselaer Public Library, drop in to ask a question about your computer, tablet or smartphone, or learn tips and tricks. No sign-up needed. 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. STORIES OF PEACE:

This evening is dedicated to stories of going “back to beauty,” when we were tempted to see a challenge from our smaller individual perspective but then, by some gift of grace we were lifted to a different place and shown the grander, more beautiful brushstrokes of a situation. Guest storyteller Bethany Gonyea is the founder of the Global Peaceful Cities Project. Come share your own traditional or personal stories related to the theme, or just come to listen. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Hindu Temple Society, 450 AlbanyShaker Road, Albany. Free and open to the public. For further information, please contact Suman Joshi at suman.joshi13@gmail.com or 785-0392 or visit www. withourvoice.org. Wednesday, June 7 BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Fancy Nancy Tea Party, 10 a.m. Dress in your fanciest best for stories, a royal craft and tea party refreshments. Sign up online at bethlehempubliclibrary. com or call 439-9314. Each child must be registered individually. For kids and families. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: 3:30 p.m., Kids’ Art Class. 6 p.m., Adult Yoga. 4118 State Highway 2, Troy. GEOTHERMAL ENERGY PRESENTATION: There will be an informative presentation about Geothermal Energy for homes, businesses and municipalities on Wednesday, June 7, at 6:30 p.m. at First United Methodist Church at 1 Gilligan Road East Greenbush. The guest speaker, John Ciovacco, is the founder and president of Aztech Geothermal (http:// aztechgeo.com/) in Ballston Spa. Stop NY Fracked Gas Pipeline, a local grassroots organization, is co-hosting this event. The presentation and parking are free of charge and light refreshments will be available. PITTSTOWN SENIORS: The Town of Pittstown Seniors, (TOPS) will meet on Wednesday, June 7, at noon with a covered dish lunch. The business meeting will follow. There will be a proposed change to the by-laws at the next business meeting. Please join us at the Raymertown Volunteer Fire Co located on Mason Lane, in Raymertown. SHAKER POINTE: Come to Shaker Pointe, One Bell Tower Drive, Watervliet, for a panel discussion and luncheon on Wednesday, June 7 at 10:30 a.m. The discussion will feature a panel of current residents, who will share their experiences and answer questions on what life is really like at the senior living community. While the event is free, RSVPs are required. To reserve your seat at this event, please call 250-4900.

SO YOU WANT TO BE AN ENTREPRENEUR: On Wednesday, June 7, at 6 p.m., The Troy Public Library, 100 Second Street, will offer a workshop entitled “So You Want To Be An Entrepreneur,” presented by Dr. Tom Denham of Careers in Transition. Come to this seminar to discover how to navigate the 3 Stages of Entrepreneurship, develop an understanding of the core components of your start-up, and explore the Dos and Don’ts to Success and the 10 Survival Strategies to Avoid Failure in the First Year. This program is free and open to the public. Please make reservations by calling the library at 274-7071 or online at www. thetroylibrary.org.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: Swimming 9 a.m., Aerobics 9:30 a.m. 19 Third Street, Troy.

Thursday, June 8

ALBANY, A WALKING TOUR: A guided walking tour highlighting downtown Albany’s historic places and magnificent architecture. Tours depart the Albany Visitors Center at Quackenbush Square at 11 a.m. on the second Thursday and fourth Friday of every month from May to October. $3 per person.

COHOES COLUMBIETTES: The Cohoes Columbietts will have their monthly meeting Thursday night, June 8, at 255 Remsen St. Cohoes. There will be installations of officers at 6 p.m., with refreshments following the installation, and the meeting will follow at 8 p.m. CORNER SHOPPE: The Corner Shoppe at Cornerstone Church, 570 3rd Ave., North Troy. has bargains galore. New items for babies include strollers, clothes, toys, and bathing suits.Visit the other popular depts: jewelry, books, puzzles, home décor, housewares and summer clothing for the entire family. Now selling maternity clothes, nurses scrubs and sandals. Open Thurs & Sat, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. For more information call 235-3851. MOVE & GROOVE INTO SUMMER: Join CDPHP and Troy’s School 2 for “Move and Groove Into Summer” with DJ Jean Pierre from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at School 2, 470 10th Street, Troy. Bring your family and friends for healthy activities and food samples, information on local summer programs, health screenings for ages 18+, dental screenings for ages 2-20 and vendor prize drawings for a child’s bike and helmet, a one-month membership and four training sessions at Collar City Crossfit, Capital Roots’ Veggie Mobile coupon books and much more. Kids under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. For more information go to www.facebook.com/CDPHP/ events.

RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Computer Help. Every Thursday from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at the Rensselaer Public Library, drop in to ask a question about your computer, tablet or smartphone, or learn tips and tricks. No sign-up needed. 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.

RUSTIC BARN: Steve Smith, 8 p.m., 150 Speigletown Road, Troy.

TAKE A SIP FOR TRIP: This NY State beer and wine tasting event will be held on June 8 at the Hilton Garden Inn, 235 Hoosick Street, Troy from 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Join in sipping what New York State has to offer all while supporting a great cause. There will be a red carpet entrance, light hors d’oeuvres, raffles, a wine pull, and more. Tickets are only $35 for pre-sale, $45 for day of and $25 for designated driver. All proceeds from this event will support the TRIP/RCHR NeighborWorks Homeownership Center. For more information visit http://www.triponline. org.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: Crafts 9 a.m. Tai Chi 9:15 a.m. Call 270-5438 to sign up for Tai Chi. Osteo Aerobics 10:30 a.m. Line Dancing with Uncle Sam Sparklers, 1 p.m. 19 Third Street, Troy.

Friday, June 9

CHATHAM BOOKSTORE:

In a show entitled “Troy, New York: A Tarnished City Alive Again,” Susan Anthony shows photographs of the story of Troy’s history through early prosperity to decay to rebirth. Exhibit runs from June 9 through August 6. Opening reception on Friday, June 9, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Live at the Chatham Bookstore, 27 Main Street, Chatham. Call 392-3005 or visit https://chathambookstore.com/ for more information. CONSULTING ALLIANCE: Heather C. Briccetti, Esq., President & CEO of The Business Council of New York State, Inc. joins the Consulting Alliance to Discuss the Business Climate in New York State. What’s working and what needs to be improved? How are policy changes in Albany and Washington impacting your bottom line? And what can we do to promote changes that will encourage growth and expand economic freedom? 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Wolferts Roost Country Club, 120 Van Rensselaer Blvd., Albany. Members pay $20; Late Member Registrants pay $25. Late Non-Member Registrants pay $35. Register online at https://www.consultingalliance.org/event-2504257/ Registration.

DANCES OF UNIVERSAL PEACE: Dances of Universal Peace take place at Sadhana Center for Yoga and Meditation, 403 Warren St., Hudson, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. They are simple, participatory circle dances drawn from diverse sacred traditions to cultivate joy, peace, and integration within ourselves and in the greater world. Led by certified dance leaders of the Hudson Dance Circle. No experience needed; all ages welcome. By donation. Offered the second Friday of each month except July and August. For more information, contact Farid, 8603108; farid@taconic.net. HANGAR ON THE HUDSON: Johnny Rabb’s Big Band featuring Graham Tichy, Luke McNamee, Pete Vumbaco, Don Young and Mike Kelly. 8 p.m.,675 River Street, Troy. For more information call 272-9740. MUSICIANS OF MA’ALWYCK: Schumann’s piano quintet is paired with the pensive Epilogue of Rebecca Clarke for cello and piano and the dancy Thracian Suite for two violins and piano of Vasily Stoyanov in the next Musicians of Ma’alwyck program, “A New Lease on Life.” Also on the program will be the local premier of Suite Hebraique of Samuel Gardner (winner of the 1918 Pulitzer Prize for music) and having ties to the Capital Region through his grandson Eric Wiener. 7 p.m., First Reformed Church, 8 North Church Street, Schenectady. Price: $25 adults, $10 students. To purchase tickets go to http://musiciansofmaalwyck.org or call (814) 441-0852.

NORTH COUNTRY ARTS: Come celebrate the summer season at North Country Arts’ art exhibition “Southern Exposure” at their NCA at the Shirt Factory Gallery, 71 Lawrence St., Suite 114, in Glens Falls. The exhibition will showcase works in all media created by local and regional artists. The exhibition will close on July 22. An opening reception will be held on June 9 from 5 p.m. - 7p.m. The gallery is open Thursday-Sunday from 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

PARK & PLAY MOVIE NIGHT: Kick off the Summer with a free evening of fun and games and an outdoor movie on a giant screen. The Samaritan and St. Mary’s hospital Healthy Future, Healthy Troy committee presents “Trolls” at 8 p.m. on the St. Mary’s Hospital Lawn, Troy. Free popcorn with additional refreshments available for purchase. Enjoy kid-friendly games on the lawn and meet Southpaw and the Tri-City ValleyCats Street Team starting at 7 p.m. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Space is limited and available in a first come, first served basis. Free parking is available in the St. Mary’s parking garage and lot. For more information, please call Anna Barfield at 271-3407. RUSTIC BARN: Big Johnson, 8 p.m., 150 Speigletown Road, Troy.

Saturday, June 10

CHICKEN BARBECUE: Pawling Ave United Methodist Church, located at 520 Pawling Ave, Troy, invites you to a Chicken Barbecue on Saturday, June 10. Continuous serving from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Dinner includes half chicken, baked potato, baked beans, cole slaw, roll, dessert and beverage. Cost is $10 for Adults and $5 for children 5-12. Children under 5 are free. You can pick up dinner at the curb on the corner of Pawling and Woodlawn, or enjoy your meal in Fellowship Hall. Call the church office for more information at 273-6859.

COHOES ARTIST SHOWCASE: On June 10 – 11, at the Cohoes Music Hall hosts the 7th annual Cohoes Artist Showcase (CAS VII). Hours are Saturday, June 10, from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday, June 11, from noon – 5 p.m. Artist Reception is June 10 from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Karen Woodin is the featured artist. Over 30 artists in multiple media will be participating. Choose Cohoes for Art is an all-volunteer group of artists and art lovers who work together to bring art to the public. The Showcase is free and open to the public. Background information is available at http://www. choosecohoesforart.org/. COLOR RUN: On Saturday, June 10, at 10 a.m. the Cohoes Elementary Schools ( Abram Lansing School, Harmony Hill and Van Schaick ) along with the Cohoes Middle School will host a “The Second Annual Color Run” fundraiser all proceeds to benefit the PTA/ PTO Organizations in each school. This event is open to the Public, participants are invited and encouraged to run, skip cartwheel or walk through either the 3 mile or 1 mile course and get blasted with myriads of color dust in the process. The event will be held at the Cohoes High School, 1 Tiger Circle. Registration 9 a.m. For further information, visit http://shop. schoolathon.org/184430/. CORNER SHOPPE: The Corner Shoppe at Cornerstone Church, 570 3rd Ave., North Troy. has bargains galore. New items for babies include strollers, clothes, toys, and bathing suits.Visit the other popular depts: jewelry, books, puzzles, home décor, housewares and summer clothing for the entire family. Now selling maternity clothes, nurses scrubs and sandals. Open Thurs & Sat, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. For more information call 235-3851. DANCING WITH EVIE: Join Evie and friends for an evening of social dancing. Good music, great friends, and a beautiful ballroom. 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., Rudy’s Ballroom, 2038 Rt. 295, Canaan. Admission $10. For more info call Evelyn Garstang at (413) 446-5505 or email roses2evie@aol.com.

FRIENDS OF CHAMBER MUSIC: The Friends of Chamber Music presents the Quintet of the Americas on Saturday, June 10, , at 7:30 p.m in Kiggins Hall at the Emma Willard School, 285 Pawling Avenue (Route 66) in Troy. The program will include music by Leonard Bernstein, Samuel Barber, Daniel Ott, George Gershwin, David Dzubay, Eric Ewazen, Scott Joplin, Duke Ellington, Charlie Parker, and Zequinha de Abreu. Tickets are $25 regular and $15 student. Call 833-1874 for tickets or information.

HUBBARD HALL DANCE SHOWCASE: Celebrate the end of the 2016-17 season by coming to see what the Hubbard Hall Dancers have been working on all year. Each dance class has finely honed routines that are aimed to impress and please. One ticket will get you in to both Part 1 and Part 2. Come to either or both shows on Saturday, June 10 at 4pm and 7pm at the Hoosick Falls Central School Auditorium (located at 21187 NY 22 in Hoosick Falls). Tickets are $10 General Admission, $5 Student (11 and up), $2 Youth (6-10 years), and ages 5 and under are free. Additional information about the Dance Showcase can be found online at hubbardhall. org or by calling the Hubbard Hall Box Office at 677-2495. KINDERHOOK LIBRARY BOOK SALE: The Friends of the Kinderhook Memorial Library Annual June Book Sale will take place on Saturday, June 10, from 9 a.m.. to 3 p.m.. and on Sunday, June 11, from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. The location will again be at the McNary Center on Sylvester Street just steps away from the Library, which is located at 18 Hudson Street. The Friends will offer a wide selection of fiction, non-fiction and children’s books carefully selected and sorted for easy browsing. Once again, the Reading Ramble of the OK5K Race will kick off the sale. Young runners will receive a free book as they cross the finish line at the Library. LEBANESE FOOD FESTIVAL: Homemade Lebanese delicacies and traditional foods such as Kibbe, tabbouleh and spinach pies and delicious baklava. Seating available indoors and outside. Take-Out meals available. Music and childrens’ activities. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. rain or shine, St. Anns Maronite Catholic Church Grounds and Community Hall, 1919 Third Avenue, Watervliet.

LILY’S HEART BENEFIT: Fraternal Order of Eagles Auxiliary #3773 presents Lily’s Heart Benefit from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 513 5th Avenue, Troy. BBQ Meal (Hot dogs, burders or chicken w/corn and two sides, $7), horseshoe competition, 50⁄50 raffle, coloring contest, chinese auction, music entertainment, happy hour pricing. Please make donation checks payable to FOE Auxiliary, adding “Lily’s Heart” to memo. Call 2374357 for more information. RUMMAGE SALE: A Rummage Sale will be held at Pine Grove United Methodist Church, 1580 Central Ave., Colonie, on Sat., June 10, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Lunch will be available from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. A bag sale will be held during the final hour of the event. Available items for sale include clothing, household goods, glassware, linens, dishes, small appliances, frames, books, furniture, bedding, CD’s, DVD’s, toys, records and much more. There is no charge for admission. RUSTIC BARN: Not Rightt, 8 p.m., 150 Speigletown Road, Troy.

ST. ANN’S CHURCH TOUR: St Ann’s Church is a designated state historic site which has been preserved and is now the home to the Maronite Catholic Community. The Maronite rite originated in Antioch shortly after Christ’s death and resurrection and it is one of the sacred rites of the Roman Catholic Church since that time. In conjunction with the Annual Lebanese Food Festival, those interested are invited to learn about St. Ann’s interesting history during a tour and lecture at 2 p.m. at 1919 Third Avenue, Watervliet.

SINOPOLI DANCE COMPANY GALA: The Ellen Sinopoli Dance Company, Artistic Director Ellen Sinopoli, and ESDC’s Board of Directors announce the 2017 annual fundraising gala, “The Circle of Creativity,” celebrating 26 years of extraordinary modern dance. This year’s Gala features gourmet tasting samplers by Albany Renaissance Hotel Culinary Experts; fine wine and boutique beer; music by DJ Nate da Great; floral arrangements by The Flower Girl; free valet parking; and silent and live auction items to tempt every pocketbook. 6 p.m., Renaissance Albany Hotel, 144 State Street, Albany. Gala tickets: $135 charitable donation per person $80for those 35or younger. Friend of the Arts Table: $700 (Table for 6). Purchase tickets online at www.sinopolidances.org. To receive more information, receive an invitation or place reservations by phone, please call 408-1341. VETERANS HALL OPEN HOUSE: Veterans Hall Honors All Veterans Past and Present, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This building is located on the Schaghticoke Fairgrounds and is comprised of a group of volunteers who feel passionate about this exhibit. Everyone knows and loves a veteran and many come to share that connection. Some come to see a picture, a clipping or perhaps an item donated by family or a friend of a veteran that served our country. Veterans Hall is compiling a list of veteran’s names from Rensselaer, Saratoga, Albany, Washington, and surrounding counties. Getting your veteran’s name on the list is free, easy and a good way to ensure his/her service will be remembered. A form can be obtained on Facebook at https://www.facebook. com/SchaghticokeVeteransHall or contact Jody at 859-2988 or Lorraine at 753-6936.

WATERVLIET PUBLIC LIBRARY: Hoop Dance Basics, noon. Have you ever wanted to learn how to use a hula hoop? Kids and the young at heart are all welcome at this fun workshop that is designed with you in mind to try out something new. Bring your own hoop(s); a limited number will be available for participants to use. Watervliet Public Library,1501 Broadway Watervliet.

Sunday, June 11

COHOES ARTIST SHOWCASE: On June 10 – 11, at the Cohoes Music Hall hosts the 7th annual Cohoes Artist Showcase (CAS VII). Hours are Saturday, June 10, from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday, June 11, from noon – 5 p.m. Karen Woodin is the featured artist. Over 30 artists in multiple media will be participating. Choose Cohoes for Art is an all-volunteer group of artists and art lovers who work together to bring art to the public. The Showcase is free and open to the public. Background information is available at http://www. choosecohoesforart.org/. GRANT COTTAGE: ”She Called Him Raymond, A True Story of Love, Loss, Faith and Healing,” 1 p.m. A letter penned in 1944 uncovers the powerful and heartfelt story of Helen Gregg, one of eight children of Irish immigrant parents, raised in the miseries of Hell’s Kitchen during the Great Depression, and Clarence Raymond Stephenson, a young aspiring B-17 pilot from the small, struggling city of Ironton, Ohio. Their captivating and poignant story will be explored by author Ray O’Conor in a program in the Grant Cottage Visitor Center, 100 Mt. McGregor Road, Wilton. The suggested donation for programs is $5 per person.

HUDSON CROSSING TRIATHLON: The eighth Hudson Crossing Triathlon is scheduled for Sunday, June 11, at Hudson Crossing Park in Saratoga County. Sanctioned by USA Triathlon, the race includes a 500-yard swim, 12-mile bike ride and 5K run, starting at 8 a.m. The event is free for spectators; cost for racers varies depending on date registered. Racers register at http://www.hudsoncrossingtri.com/. Volunteers are also needed for this event and can register at the same website. For more information, contact Chris Bowcutt at 290-0457 or via email at chris@greenleafracing.com.