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Thursday, Sept. 28

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: 10: 30a. m., Tai Chi for Health. Weekly class explores the Tai Chi for Diabetes form. No experience is needed, and all ages and abilities are welcome. Wear loose, comfortable clothes. 4p. m., Pokémon Card Games. Bring your Pokémon trading cards to play and meet with other gamers. All skill levels are welcome. For kids and families. 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar.

BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Tots Class, 10: 30 a. m. Knitting Group, 1p. m. to 2: 30p. m. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 279- 4023or visit www. brunswicklibrary.org for more information. BUDGETING BASICS: A spending plan is an important part of financial planning because it helps you manage your money in a positive manner so that you can reach your financial goals. Steps for developing your own spending plan, determining fixed expenses, flexible spending and financial goals will be covered at this event. Noon to 1: 30p. m., SEFCU Square, 469State Street, 4th floor, Schenectady. Reservations are required and can be made by visiting www. sefcu. com/ financialeducation.

BUYING YOUR NEXT DEVICE: Cheney Library in Hoosick Falls will host a Cornell Cooperative Extension program with Sarah McFadden on September 28at 6p. m. Buying a new device can be overwhelming. Tablet or laptop? iPhone or Android? How much is it going to cost? Come to free this class all about taking the unknowns out of your search for the perfect device and get overviews on the differences between tablets, laptops, desktops, smartphones, ereaders, and more. Please call 518- 686- 9401to register. EVENING IN THE GARDEN: The Autumn Evening in the Garden gala supports Capital Roots’ fresh food access, education, and urban greening programs. The event connects more than 20of the region’s most talented chefs with 40 local growers, producers, and beverage makers from all over the greater Capital District. Guests sample outstanding cuisine from the creative kitchens of some of the area’s finest restaurants while enjoying local wines, beers, and spirits with chefs, farmers, and friends. 6p. m. to 9p. m., Hilton Garden Inn, 235Hoosick Street, Troy. Tickets $ 150. Ticket link: https://www.nycharities.org/events/EventLevels.aspx?etid=9966. For more information, visit www.capitalroots.org/upcomingevents/autumn- evening- inthegarden.

FIRE PREVENTION STORYTIME: Join the Bethlehem Public Library at the Elsmere Fire District for stories, a craft and an up- close look at a fire engine. 10: 30a. m., 15West Poplar Drive, Delmar.

FREE TRAVEL PRESENTATION: On Thursday, September 28, at 5: 30pm at Plaza Travel Center, 623New Loudon Road, Latham. La Fédération Franco- Américaine du NY gives a presentation on their Canadian Rockies & Glacier National Park trip, scheduled for August 25- September 2, 2018. RSVP by email or phone. Contact Lisa LaForest at lisa@ plazatravel.net or 518- 7853338.

TROY HOUSING AUTHORITY: There will be a regular meeting of the Members of the Troy Housing Authority on Thursday, September 28, at 4: 30p. m. at the Corliss Park Apartments, 1450Corliss Park, Troy. Persons with hearing impairments may contact the Relay Service Line at 711or 1- 800- 662- 1220for assistance.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: 9 a. m., Arts and Crafts. 10a. m., Osteo Aerobics. Expressions of Love dedication and memorial. Lunch following ceremony with Uncle Sam Sparklers performing. 19Third Street, Troy. To make reservations for noon lunch call 270- 5349. For more information call 270- 5348. WILLIAMS COLLEGE: The Williams College Department of Music presents Kenny Garrett Quintet on Thursday, September 28, at 8p. m. in the Main Stage of the ‘ 62 Center for Theater and Dance on the Williams campus. For more than 30years, Grammy ® Award- winning saxophonist, arranger, composer, and bandleader Kenny Garrett has garnered critical recognition for his versatility in jazz, blues, and R& B contexts. Mr. Garrett plays alto and soprano sax and is joined by some very special musicians: Corcoran Holt on acoustic bass, Rudy Bird, percussion, and Marcus Baylor, drumkit, and pianist Vernell Brown. This free event is open to the public. For more information visit http:// music. williams. edu.

WOMEN’S PRESS CLUB AWARDS: The Women’s Press Club of New York State ( WPCNYS) will confer local and national women of distinction with its awards at 6p. m. on Thursday, September 28, at the WPCNYS’ Annual Awards and Scholarship Dinner at Treviso by Mallozzi, located at the Italian Community Center in Albany. Given the popularity of the honorees, which include Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand and MSNBC anchor Chris Jansing, the WPCNYS has opened ticket sales to the public. Tickets are $ 46for members and $ 49.50for non- members. Details regarding meal selection and the strict refund policy are available on the reservations page. Please note that tickets are available on a first- come, first- served basis. Reservations may be made through Event Brite at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/annualawardsscholarship- dinnertickets36517940142.

Friday, Sept. 29

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Rubber Ducky Fine Motor Playtime, 10a. m. A time for children up to age 6 to play while developing fine motor skills. 2p. m., Coffee & Conversation: Dave Kissinger will provide an introduction to jazz and discuss significant jazz recordings before 1945, followed by a 2p. m. coffee hour. Co- sponsored by Bethlehem Senior Projects, Inc. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Teen Cafe, 2: 30 p. m. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 279- 4023or visit www.brunswicklibrary.org for more information.

MILHAM PLANETARIUM: Experience the wonders of our universe at the Milham Planetarium, inside the Old Hopkins Observatory at Williams College. Williams Astronomy students host free shows for the public on Friday evenings at 8p. m. from September 15 through November 17, and on December 1. For reservations ( recommended) contact Michele Rech at ( 413) 597- 2188 or email mcr4@ williams. edu. Others will be admitted as space permits. Large groups should call for special appointments.

NORTH COUNTRY ARTS: The public is invited to view North Country Arts’ autumn exhibition “Viewpoint” which opens on Friday, September 29, at NCA at the Shirt Factory Gallery, 71Lawrence Street, Suite 114in Glens Falls. An artists’ reception will be held on September 29with light refreshments at the gallery from 5 p. m. - 7p. m. The exhibition will close on Saturday, November 4. Regular gallery hours are Thursday- Saturday, 1p. m. - 5

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OCTAGON BARNSTAR PARTY: Join miSci and the Dudley Observatory for an astronomy lesson and dark sky observing at the Octagon Barn in Delanson. The program includes a 1hour talk on “Globular Clusters: Great Balls of Fire,” by Ron Barnell ( AAAA/ HESO), followed by night sky observing if the weather is clear. Amateur astronomers and families are invited to bring binoculars or telescopes. Telescopes will also be set up for public use. Cost: Free ( donations graciously accepted). 8p. m. to 10p. m., Knox Octagon Barn, 588 Middle Rd, Delanson.

TROY SENIOR CENTER:

9: 30a. m., Aerobics. 10: 30 a. m., Bible Study. 12: 45p. m., Bingo. 1p. m., Work Out with Ellio. 19Third Street, Troy. To make reservations for noon lunch call 270- 5349. For more information call 270- 5348.

YADDO GHOST TOUR: Experience the spirit( s) of the garden. Feel the energy and creativity of the forces of the earth. Share in the spiritual intrigue from Native Americans, Edgar Allen Poe, the Trask Family and other contemporary visitors. Tours are held in the garden only ( not the Mansion) Friday and Sunday evenings at 5p. m. through October 29. Docent led tours begin at the Yaddo parking lot and last approximately one hour. Cost $ 10/ person ( children 12and under free). Contact Yaddo at 518- 584- 0746or www. yaddo. org for more information.

Saturday, Sept. 30

ALL YOU CANE AT BREAKFAST: The Grafton Volunteer Fire Department , along with the Grafton Ladies Auxiliary, will serve an All You Can Eat Buffet Breakfast on Saturday, September 30, from 8a. m. to 11a. m. at the Grafton VFW- Fire Hall on South Road ( County Route 85) . On the menu: belgian waffles, Pancakes, French Toast, Eggs ( made to order) , sausage gravy & biscuits, bacon, sausage, home fries, toast, orange juice, coffee, and milk. Cost is $ 10per adult, kids 12and under $ 5, kids 5and under free. ALTAMONT FALL FESTIVAL: Live music, food & drink, homemade artisan goods, farm fresh vegetables, food demonstrations & presentations, apple baking contest, scarecrow contest, games, beer garden, pumpkin painting, kids activities, and so much more. A free, family- friendly event from 10a. m. - 4p. m. in heart of the village. Visit altamontfallfestival.org, facebook.com/ altamontfallfestival or instagram.com/altamontfallfestival for more information.

COMMUNITY MEAL: 1p. m. to 3p. m., Bethel Baptist Church, 2165Fifth Avenue, Troy. For more information call 518- 274- 4303.

CORNER SHOPPE: Located at Cornerstone Church, 570 Third Avenue, North Troy, the Corner Shoppe is displaying Fall & Halloween decorations & costumes through October. The Christmas holiday kicks off on November 4. Clothing for the entire family at bargain prices, along with linens, housewares, & toys are featured. Refreshments served. Hours are 9a. m. – 1 p. m. every Thursday and Saturday. For more information call 518- 235- 3851.

HOPKINS FOREST FALL FESTIVAL: Local residents are invited to the annual Fall Festival at the Hopkins Forest in Williamstown MA on Saturday, September 30, from noon to 3p. m. This event celebrates the changing of the seasons and the bounty of our wooded environments, and features music, apple butter and cider production, refreshments, a canopy walkway, an active honey bee hive, and children’s activities including a crafts table. There will also be hands- on activities including traditional shake- splitting and a crosscut saw competition. The festival is free to the public and appropriate for all ages. Hopkins Forest is located at the junction of Northwest Hill Road and Bulkley Street in Williams town, and is open daily during daylight hours. For more information on the forest and related activities, contact the forest manager at 413- 597- 4353.

JOURNEY TO THE FIRE TOWER: A series of kiosks along the route to the newly rehabilitated Dickinson Hill Fire Tower Historic Site in Graton Lakes State Park were recently installed, providing historical and cultural information on the area to the general public. The grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Interpretive Trail will be held on Saturday, September 30, starting at 9a. m. in the parking lot at the end of Long Pond Road. Amoderate hike of approximately 2.5 hours to the Fire Tower will start at 10: 30a. m. Please RSVP by September 20to friendsofgraftonlakesstatepark@gmail.com or 518641- 9660.

KOFCCRAFT FAIR: Craft Fair to be held rain or shine at the Latham Colonie Knights of Columbus Council Hall, 328Troy- Schenectady Road, Lathan, 9a. m. to 4 p. m. Represented vendor products include: crochet items, paintings, crafts, crystal beads, jewelry and noted vendors Pampered Chef, Tupperware, Lularoe, Bohemian Pizazz and Ebe Creations, plus many more. Food will be available for purchase. Call 518- 783----- 0572for more information.

OKTOBERFEST: Celebrate Oktoberfest with the Brunswick Elks Lodge, at the Pavilion at 665Brunswick Road, Troy, from 1p. m. to 7 p. m. Food will be sold from 1p. m. to 4p. m. The Kyle Bourgault Band will play from 4p. m. to 7p. m. Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase all day. Cover charge $ 5in advance, $ 7 at the door. Drink- All- Day Pass $ 25. Reserve your spot by calling/ texting Rebecca Oechsner at 518- 275- 1587, or email roechsner@gmail.com.

ROAST PORK DINNER: A roast pork dinner will be held at Pine Grove United Methodist Church, 1580Central Avenue, Colonie, on Saturday, September 30from4 p. m. to 6p. m. The dinner will include sauerkraut, mashed potatoes, gravy, vegetable, dessert and beverage. All you can eat, except for dessert! Price: $ 11, adults; $ 5, children 5to 12yrs. For reservations call 518- 2489934. The next dinner will take place Nov. 4. SARATOGA SHOWCASE OF HOMES: The 2017Saratoga Showcase of Homes is proudly presented over three weekends beginning September 16- 17. This year’s edition is another blockbuster event with 18locations from 14of our area’s finest builders on display in Saratoga County. Proceeds from the Showcase of Homes will benefit Rebuilding Together Saratoga County and Habitat for Humanity of Northern Saratoga, Warren and Washington Counties. A $ 20ticket allows you to visit all of these beautiful new homes over all six days. Each showcase ticket holder will receive a free shoe/ tote bag at the first home visited. Tickets are always conveniently available at any showcase home during tour hours of 11a. m. – 5p. m. and can be purchased online at www. saratogashowcaseofhomes.com.

SUICIDE PREVENTION FUNDRAISER: A Suicide Prevention/ Tribute to Chris Cornell fundraiser will be held at the recently renovated Trick Shot Billiards on Route 9in Clifton Park on September 30from 1p. m. - 6p. m. Four awesome bands have been booked so far: Iudica, Under The Den, Matthew Pryce, and Revenge/ kiss tribute. In between each set, enjoy music from all of Cornell’s projects through a vintage pair of Bozak monitors - a treat all in itself. Cover charge is $ 20 for adults and $ 5for children ( cover charge also includes unlimited billiards during the event). There will many items up for raffle, as well as a Chinese Auction. Every dollar raised goes directly to the local chapter of Suicide Prevention/ Awareness. For more information visit https:// www. facebook. com/ events/

189891244880638/.

THACHER PARK FALL FESTIVAL: Thacher State Park hosts a Fall Festival on Saturday, September 30, from 10a. m. until 4 p. m. on the grounds of the new Thacher Visitor Center. Participants can take a scenic hayride, see live wildlife, try their hand at archery, and hear live music by Oobleck, Nite Train, and the Knox Traditional Strings. Bird expert Rich Guthrie will lead a Hawk-Walk along the cliff, and geologist Dr. Chuck Ver Straeten will lead participants on an exploration of interesting geologic features. Food and beverages will be available from Four Corners Luncheonette and Dolan’s Dogs. The Friends of Thacher Park will offer delicious apple cider and donuts from Indian Ladder Farms. Local arts and crafts for sale, children’s activities and much more. Fee for the event is $ 6per vehicle. Please call 518- 872- 0800 or 518- 872- 1237for more information.

TRACTOR SHOW: The major focus of the 5th annual Walter A. Wood Tractor and Agricultural Show is on antique and older tractors, but modern equipment is welcome, too. The tractor show will take place on Saturday, September 30, from 8a. m. to 5p. m. at Wood Memorial Park in Hoosick Falls, the historic home of the Walter A. Wood Reaping and Mowing Machine Company. The Burton Luke tractor parade kicks off at 10a. m. and will include many different kinds of tractors in every color.

TROY MAKERS MARKET: Join the Makers Market every Saturday morning from 9 a. m. to 2p. m. inside the Troy Atrium, a market composed of artisans from across the region selling unique handmade goods. Come see what they have to offer while exploring downtown Troy and all of its restaurants and retailers. For more information visit https:// www.facebook.com/TroyMakersMarket/. VOLK SPORTER WALK: Walk in Johnstown, September 30. Registration 9: 30a. m. to 9: 55a. m. for a 10a. m.. walk. Meet at Johnstown City Hall, 41E. Main Street. 5K and 10K options available. Visit Walkescv.org for more information.

Sunday, October 1

ALBANY INSTITUTE: On Sunday, October 1at 2p. m., Elizabeth Kornhauser, the Alice Pratt Brown Curator of American Paintings and Sculpture at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, will give a special lecture on Thomas Cole’s Transatlantic Career at the Albany Institute of History & Art. Her talk explains how the Met’s upcoming exhibition, “Thomas Cole’s Journey: Atlantic Crossings,” will establish Cole as a major 19th century artist within a global context.

This lecture is open to the public and included with museum admission. Admission rates for October 1are $ 5for adults, $ 4for seniors and students with ID, $ 3for children aged 6- 12, and free for children under 6. Albany Institute members are admitted for free. The Albany Institute of History & Art is located at 125Washington Avenue in Albany. Free parking is available in the museum’s lot at the corner of Elk and Dove Streets.

AUTUMN APPLEFEST: Join St. Peter Armenian Apostolic Church, 100Troy- Schenectady Road in Watervliet, for their first ever Autumn Applefest immediately after services on Sunday, October 1, in the Postoian Pavilion. Penny social, apple cordial tasting, apple themed bake- off for adults; carnival games, face painting, apple eating contest, candy apple making and pumpkin crafts for kids. A delicious Manti Soup Lunch includes Cheese Bureg. $ 12adults, $ 8for kids 12and under. Frozen Manti will be only sale for only $ 15 a pound.

BETHELEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Knit One Purl One, 2p. m. - 3p. m. If you’re an experienced knitter, bring your current project. If you’re a beginner, bring size 8knitting needles; we’ll provide yarn and get you started. For adults, teens and kids age 9and up. 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar.

CANINES CROSSING: Working dogs and their trainers will be featured at the Canines Crossing at the Park event on Sunday, October 1, from 11a. m. to 4p. m. Community members are invited to Hudson Crossing Park ( just north of Schuylerville) to watch demonstrations of search and rescue dogs, canines that detect low blood glucose, water dogs, guide dogs and canines used by the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office and the U. S. Department of Homeland Security. Entries for Hudson Crossing’s Dog of the Year contest can be submitted on the park’s website ( www. hudsoncrossingpark.org). Attendees are asked to enjoy the demonstrations without bringing their own canines. A $ 5donation is suggested. For more information, please go to www. hudsoncrossingpark.org, call 518- 350- PARK ( 7275) or email info@hudsoncrossingpark.org.

ENGLISH COUNTRY DANCE: An English Country Dance with special guest performers from England will be held on October 1at Channing Hall, First Unitarian Universalist Church, 405 Washington Avenue, Albany. Dances will be called and taught by Rosemary Hunt, with live music by Steve Hunt ( keyboard and accordion) and Jacqui Morgenstein ( flute). The Dance will be held 2p. m. - 5p. m., preceded by an introductory workshop is at 1: 30p. m. All are welcome, no experience or partner is necessary. Admission is $ 12at the door, $ 10members. The Dance is sponsored by Capital English Country Dancers. For more information, visit www. danceflurry. org/ capital- english or call 477- 5684.

FIRST BAPTIST HOOSICK FALLS: The First Baptist Church of Hoosick Falls congregation extends an invitation to all to attend the Installation Service of Rev. David Hall on Sunday, October 1, at 2: 30p. m. Pastor Dave began serving the Church on June 1. He has previously served the Buskirk Dutch Reformed Church, the First Baptist Church of Hoosick, and taught at Grace Christian School. There will be a fellowship time with refreshments following the service. The church is located at 80 Main Street, Hoosick Falls. You may phone the church office at 518- 686- 5779if you have questions. HUDSON HALL BOOK SIGNING: Celebrate the release of “God: 48Famous and Fascinating Minds Talk About God,” on Sunday, October 1, at 2p. m. at Hudson Hall, in the historic Hudson Opera House at 327Warren Street, Glens Falls. “God” features carefully chosen quotes from the world’s most interesting minds throughout time paired with Blechman’s delightfully witty drawings. Both readings are free and open to the public, however seating is limited and reservations are recommended. For more information, visit hudsonhall.org or phone 518- 822- 1438.

SARATOGA SHOWCASE OF HOMES: The 2017Saratoga Showcase of Homes is proudly presented over three weekends beginning September 16- 17. This year’s edition is another blockbuster event with 18locations from 14of our area’s finest builders on display in Saratoga County. Proceeds from the Showcase of Homes will benefit Rebuilding Together Saratoga County and Habitat for Humanity of Northern Saratoga, Warren and Washington Counties. A $ 20ticket allows you to visit all of these beautiful new homes over all six days. Each showcase ticket holder will receive a free shoe/ tote bag at the first home visited. Tickets are always conveniently available at any showcase home during tour hours of 11a. m. – 5p. m. and can be purchased online at www.saratogashowcaseofhomes.com.

STORY SUNDAY: Bump in the Night -- the 125th Story Sunday with Barbara Chepaitis and Mary Murphy. 5p. m., The Glen Sanders Mansion, 1Glen Ave., Scotia. $ 34for newcomers, $ 37 ( includes entertainment, a three- course meal, coffee/ tea, tax and tip) Pay at

the door by cash or check. Reservations required: call 518- 588- 2801or email Kate@ KateDudding.com. More information at www. storysunday.org. WATERFORD HARBOR FARMERS MARKET: Every Sunday from June through October, 9a. m. to 1p. m. at the Waterford Harbor, 1 Tugboat Alley, Waterford. Farmers, artisans and local producers line the promenade along the Erie Canal below Lock 2. Enjoy beautiful views of Peebles Island and the Hudson and Mohawk Rivers as you shop from local vendors and enjoy live music. YADDO GHOST TOUR: Experience the spirit( s) of the garden. Feel the energy and creativity of the forces of the earth. Share in the spiritual intrigue from Native Americans, Edgar Allen Poe, the Trask Family and other contemporary visitors. Tours are held in the garden only ( not the Mansion) Friday and Sunday evenings at 5p. m. through October 29. Docent led tours begin at the Yaddo parking lot and last approximately one hour. Cost $ 10/ person ( children 12and under free). Contact Yaddo at 518- 584- 0746or www. yaddo. org for more information.

Monday, Oct. 2

BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH: “Conversation with Sisters,” 6p. m. - 7: 30 p. m. Topic: ‘ Single Parenting’, Facilitator, Minister Grace Smythe- Young, Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, Albany. 2165Fifth Avenue Troy. Call 518- 274- 4303for more information. BETHLEHEM PUBLIC

LIBRARY: Fun and Games for Grown- ups, 6p. m. An adults- only gathering where you can play games, including chess, color and socialize. Snacks served. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Senior Bridge Club, 1p. m. to 3p. m. Adult Yoga, 6p. m. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 2794023or visit www. brunswicklibrary.org for more information.

MASONS: The Mount Zion Masonic Lodge # 311F.& A. M. will meet on Monday, October 2at 7: 30p. m.. at the Troy Masonic Community Center, 39Brunswick Road. Refreshments will be served following the meeting. STEPHENTOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETY: Rensselaer County and Troy City Historian Kathryn Sheehan will present an illustrated talk “Architecture Worth Saving in Rensselaer County: Revisited!” at the Stephentown Historical Society meeting on Monday, October 2, at 7: 30p. m. Sheehan will show what has happened to some of the buildings pictured in the 1965book “Architecture Worth Saving” over the subsequent 52years, while highlighting new sites for consideration. The event takes place at Stephentown Heritage Center, 4Staples Road ( corner of Garfield Road), Stephentown. The program is free and the