Calendar
Friday, Oct. 13
BERKSHIRE SYMPHONY: The Williams College Department of Music presents the Berkshire Symphony in concert performing Claude Debussy’s “Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun,” Bela Bartok’s Viola Concerto featuring Hsin-Yun Huang, viola. and Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 6 on Friday, October 13, at 8 p.m. in Chapin Hall on the Williams College campus. Ronald Feldman will give a pre-concert talk at 7:15 p.m. in Brooks-Rogers Recital Hall, adjacent to the main venue. These events are free and open to the public. BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: 10 a.m., Color a Trickor-Treat Bag. Decorate a small keepsake fabric bag. Sign up each child individually online at bethlehem public library. org or call 518-439-9314. For 18 months and older with family and friends. 1 p.m., Coffee & Conversation. Michael Matthews shares pictures and information about his six-month visit to Botswana, The one-hour program will be followed by a 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. coffee hour. Co-sponsored by Bethlehem Senior Projects, Inc. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar.
BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Teen Cafe, 2:30 p.m. Free Halloween Family Film Fest presents “Ghostbusters,” 4 p.m. 4118 State Highway 2, Troy.Call 2794023 or visit www.brunswicklibrary.org for more information.
CMOST:Join CMOST, the Children’s Museum of Science + Technology, at 2 p.m. for the Engineering Fun and Learning Series and explore fun engineering challenges and experiments. 250 Jordan Road, Troy. For more information vist
www.cmost.org. CONSULTING ALLIANCE:
“Implementing Lean in NYS,” Friday, October 13, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Wolferts Roost Country Club, 120 Van Rensselaer Blvd., Albany. Erika Choi, Director of the NYS Lean Program will share the innovative strategies that have enabled the execution of more than 600 projects across the state in less than four years, to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of delivering services to citizens. Members $20; Late Member Registration $25. Non-Members $30; Late Non-Member Registration $35. Online payment is required. Register at https:// www.consultingalliance.org/ event-2630547.
MASONS: The Apollo-King Solomon’s Masonic Lodge #13 will host The Grand Lecturer’s Convention of tghe Old 17th Masonic District on Friday, October 13, at the Troy Masonic Community Center, 39 Brunswick Road, with a dinner preceding at 6:30 p.m. and a social hour at 5:30 p.m. This is New York State Grand Lecturer The Right Worshipful Richard J. Kessler’s official visitation to the Old 17th Masonic District with, the Assitant Grand Lecturer host Francis P. Burek, Daniel Valante and Terrance Quinton For dinner reservations go to masonsonline.
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 8 p.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.
THEATER VOICES:
Theater Voices will present a staged reading of “Rx” by Kate Fodor, directed by Yvonne Perry, at Steamer No. 10 Theater, 500 Western Avenue, Albany. This sly, smart comedy takes a stab at Big Pharma and its cynical mission to medicate the whole world for the condition of being human. Performances will be held Friday, October 13 at 8 p.m.; Saturday, October 14 at 3 p.m. and 8 p.m.; and Sunday, October 15 at 3 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, please contact info@theatervoices.org.
TROY SENIOR CENTER:
9:30 a.m., Aerobics. 10:30 a.m., Bible Study. 12:45 p.m., Bingo. 1 p.m., Work Out with Ellio. 19 Third 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 5 p.m. through October 29. Docent led tours begin at the Yaddo parking lot and last approximately one hour. Cost $10/ person (children 12 and under free). Contact Yaddo at 518584-0746 or www.yaddo.org for more information.
Saturday, Oct. 14
ALBANY CURLING CLUB: The Albany Curling Club, 117 West McKown Road, is holding its annual Fall Open House on October 14 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, October 15, from noon - 4 p.m. Head out onto the ice where trainers will teach you how to throw the curling stone and sweep it
like an Olympian. Free family fun for ages 6 and up. Under age 18 must bring a parent or legal guardian. Wear warm loose fitting clothing and bring clean sneakers. For more information visit https://www.facebook.com/ events/117677638861177. BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Learn the basics of building with dominos with BCHS student Jacob Koplik, 3 p.m. - 4 p.m. For kids and families. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar.
CHICKEN BBQ: The Pittstown Volunteer Fire Department will be holding a chicken barbecue dinner on Saturday, October 14, at the Pittstown fire house, 134 Parker School Rd. Dinner is $12. Takeouts served from 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. A fire prevention open house and car seat safety inspection will be held from 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. CMOST: Dynamic Dogs, 1 p.m. Join Kim Mead Degener from the Rensselaer County 4H as she discusses responsible dog ownership and shares some dog training secrets. Therapy dogs will be on site during the program. Please bring your dog questions, but leave your pets at home. Bring a can or small bag of dog or cat food for donation to the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society. 250 Jordan Road, Troy. For more information visit www. cmost.org.
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 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. every Thursday and Saturday. For more information call 518-235-3851. DANCING WITH EVIE: 4th anniversary, 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Rudy’s Ballroom, 2038 Rt. 295, Canaan. Admission $10. For more information call Evie Garstang at 413446-5505.
FREE CONCERT: “Prayer in Opera,” a concert of opera prayer arias. Bienvenida Baez, soprano, and Michael Clement, piano, present works by Verdi (Pace, Pace), Puccini (Vissi d’arte), Bellini (Casta Diva) Dvorak (Song to the Moon) and others. Admission free with free-will donations welcomed for the Focus Churches food pantry and feeding programs. Saturday, October 14, 5 p.m, at Emmanuel Baptist Church, 275 State Street, Albany. For information contact bbaez@ nycap.rr.com. HALLOWEEN DANCE:
The Upstate NY Cosplay Society’s Annual Halloween Dance takes place at the Troy Masonic Community Center, 39 Brunswick Rd, from 5 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. on October 14. $10 gets you an evening of tabletop games, food, dancing, and a Best Witch Hat contest! For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/ events/752155181637840/ permalink/756837281169630/. HARVEST CRAFT FESTIVAL: Join the Cohoes-Waterford Elks for craft vendors and food. 9 a.m. – 3 p.m, 45 N. Mohawk Street, Cohoes. HOOSICK TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY: On October 14 at 10 a.m., Brian Bushner will lead a walking tour on “Boston, Hoosac Tunnel & Western via the Hoosic River Greenway”. This tour will begin at the southern end, which is past the Little League Fields, Water Works Road. Hoosick Falls. The talk will be on the Greenway unless there is heavy rain, in which case it will be held at the Louis Miller Museum, 166 Main Street, Hoosick Falls. LORD’S ACRE AUCTION: The North Chatham United Methodist Church will be holding their 69th annual Lord’s Acre Auction and Sale on October 14 at 4274 Route 203. There will be a brief worship service at 8 a.m., with most departments opening at 8:30 a.m. The “White Elephant” department will open at 10 a.m. and the auctioneer will start at 11 a.m. sharp. There will be plenty of free off-street parking available, and good food for sale all day. For more information on the Lord’s Acre Auction and Sale or any other events and activities, please call 7663535 or visit northchathammethodistchurch.org. ROAST PORK DINNER: A Roast Pork Dinner and Bake Sale will be held on Saturday, October 14, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Hope United Methodist Church, located on the corner of Rte 2 and Garfield Rd. in Eagle Mills. The menu includes roast pork, stuffing, mashed potatoes, peas, apple compote, rolls, beverage, and homemade pie. The price will be $13 for adults, $7 for children 6-12, and children 5 and under are free. Reservations are strongly advised and can be made by calling 518-279-9601.
ROBERT C. PARKER SCHOOL: Celebrate autumn at Robert C. Parker School’s Fall Festival in North Greenbush on Saturday October 14 from noon - 3 p.m. Activities for preschool through middle school students will include a bounce house, face painting, carnival games, and fun with Albany Improv, as well as a toy swap lottery, candy painting, STEM table, photo booth, and obstacle course. Experience Parker’s beautiful 77-acre campus and check out the newly completed Discovery Center for the arts and sciences. A wide selection of lunch, snack, and dessert options will be available, so bring your family and friends for a memorable afternoon. Admission is free. For more information, call 518-2863449, or visit www.parkerschool.org.
SACRED HARP SINGING: Sacred harp singing uses the shape-note notation system, where the round notes of the scale are replaced by squares, ovals, rectangles, and diamonds to represent the degrees of the scale. Singers “sing the shapes” before singing the lyrics. The 2017 New York State Sacred Harp Singing Convention will be held in Easton at Burton Hall (1017 NY – 40, Greenwich) on Saturday October 14, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, October 15, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The public is invited to listen or sing; no experience is necessary. Loaner books are available. Potluck midday dinner will be served on the grounds both days. Free admission. Visit AlbanySacredHarp.org for more information.
THACHER NATURE CENTER: Fall Foliage Walk, 10 a.m. Walk along the Escarpment Trail and marvel at the beautiful colors of fall. Along the way learn how to identify some of New York’s native trees, such as maple, beech, birch, and pine. Meet at the Pear Orchard picnic area. “Becoming a Fossil,” 2 p.m. Why do some creatures get preserved as fossils while others do not? What makes a good fossil anyway? Learn about taphonomy, the science of fossilization, and the conditions that make a good impression in the fossil record. Stick around after the presentation to make your own fossil replica. Call 518-872-0800 to register for each event. Parking fee is $6 per vehicle. THEATER VOICES: Theater Voices will present a staged reading of “Rx” by Kate Fodor, directed by Yvonne Perry, at Steamer No. 10 Theater, 500 Western Avenue, Albany. This sly, smart comedy takes a stab at Big Pharma and its cynical mission to medicate the whole world for the condition of being human. Performances will be held Friday, October 13 at 8 p.m.; Saturday, October 14 at 3 p.m. and 8 p.m.; and Sunday, October 15 at 3 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, please contact info@theatervoices. org.
TROY MAKERS MARKET: Join the Makers Market every Saturday morning from 9 a.m. to 2 p.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/. VANDERHEYDEN FALL FESTIVAL: A free community event with games, food, pony rides, petting zoo, pumpkin painting, face painting, and music. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Vanderheyden Main Campus, 614 Cooper Hill Road, Wynantskill. For more information visit www. vanderheyden.org. VOLKSPORTER WALK: Walk in Cooperstown on October 14. Registration 9:30 a.m.to 9:55 a.m. for a 10 a.m.. walk. Meet at Clark Sports Center, 124 Highway 52. 5 K and 10 K options available. Visit Walkescv.org for more information.
Sunday, Oct. 15
ALBANY CURLING CLUB: The Albany Curling Club, 117 West McKown Road, is holding its annual Fall Open House on October 14 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, October 15, from noon - 4 p.m. Head out onto the ice where trainers will teach you how to throw the curling stone and sweep it like an Olympian. Free family fun for ages 6 and up. Under age 18 must bring a parent or legal guardian. Wear warm loose fitting clothing and bring clean sneakers. For more information visit https://www.facebook.com/ events/117677638861177. ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST: The Cohoes Knights of Columbus will serve their All you can eat Breakfast Buffet on Sunday, October 15, at 255 Remsen Street, Cohoes from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., featuring french toast, pancakes, scramble eggs, bacon, sausage, homefries, omelet station and hash Adults $8, children under five free. CONSCIOUSNESSRAISING BOOK DISCUSSION: Join Albany-Saratoga Spiritual Adventures for a spiritual book discussion of “The Secret of Healing” by Jack Addington. 6 p.m., Woodlawn Commons, 156 Lawrence Street, Saratoga Springs. For more information, visit www. newthoughtnewyork.org or call 518-366-9918. ENGLISH COUNTRY DANCE: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. - 5 p.m., October through April at Christ Church United Methodist, 35 State St.,Troy. Escape the frenzy of the 21st century and experience the beauty of 18th century dancing, moving slowly and gracefully in sync with beautiful classical music. If you’ve seen a Jane Austen film, you’ve had a glimpse of this elegant dance form in many of her novels, including “Pride and Prejudice”. Dances taught and called by professional callers. Enjoy live music by the Heartsease band. Beginners welcome, no partners needed. Please wear clean, flat, soft-soled shoes. More info: danceflurry.org/recd.
FOOD & FARM FESTIVAL: The Glens Falls Food Co-Op and the Glens Falls Collaborative’s fourth annual Food & Farm Festival will be held in Glens Falls City Park on Sunday, October 15, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. A variety of booths will feature farm and food vendors as well as artisans and nonprofits. Festival organizers are planning free children’s activities, including face painting, pony rides, crafts, and games. There will also be live entertainment featuring local musicians. he event is free to the public, though donations of healthy, nonperishable foods are appreciated and will be shared with area food pantries. FRIENDS OF WATERFORD LIBRARY: The Friends of the Waterford Public Library will host an Open House on October 15 from 1 p.m.- 3 p.m. at the Library. Refreshments and readings by local author Heart Song Adelyn Oliver from “Grains in My Sandbox …” Volume 1 and a few preview selections from the soon to be released “Grains in My Sandbox …” Volume 2. 117 Third Street, Waterford.
OCTOBER TURKEY DINNER: Zion United Church of Christ’s Turkey dinner will be served on October 15 in their new Fellowship Hall at 744 Taborton Road in Sand Lake, over looking Little Bowman Pond, with seatings at 4:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m. & 6:30 p.m. Enjoy a “Family Style” all-you-care-to-eat Roast Turkey dinner with dressing mashed potatoes & gravy, corn, green beans, rolls/butter and a slice of pie for desert , plus a choice of drinks for beverage. Adults $14, ages 5-12 $6, under 5 free. For reservations call Diane Hoffman at 518-674-2746, or leave your name & number on the answering machine for callback. You may also email your reservation to Tabortonturkeydinner@verizon. net; please indicate if you want to sit with another guest that is attending for seating.
SACRED HARP SINGING: Sacred harp singing uses the shape-note notation system, where the round notes of the scale are replaced by squares, ovals, rectangles, and diamonds to represent the degrees of the scale. Singers “sing the shapes” before singing the lyrics. The 2017 New York State Sacred Harp Singing Convention will be held in Easton at Burton Hall (1017 NY – 40, Greenwich) on Saturday October 14, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, October 15, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The public is invited to listen or sing; no experience is necessary. Loaner books are available. Potluck midday dinner will be served on the grounds both days. Free admission. Visit AlbanySacredHarp.org for more information.
THACHER NATURE CENTER: Bats!, 2 p.m. Did you know that bats are the only flying mammals in the world? Come and learn about these mysterious creatures and the important ecological benefits they provide for humans. Find out about our local bats, where they live, and how they deal with winter. Please call 518872-0800 to register. THEATER VOICES: Theater Voices will present a staged reading of “Rx” by Kate Fodor, directed by Yvonne Perry, at Steamer No. 10 Theater, 500 Western Avenue, Albany. This sly, smart comedy takes a stab at Big Pharma and its cynical mission to medicate the whole world for the condition of being human. Performances will be held Friday, October 13 at 8 p.m.; Saturday, October 14 at 3 p.m. and 8 p.m.; and Sunday, October 15 at 3 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, please contact info@theatervoices. org.
USA DANCE: Help the NYS Capital District Chapter of USA Dance celebrate National Ballroom Dance week with a fun evening of ballroom dancing on October 15 at the Polish Community Center, 225 Washington Ave. Extension, Albany. The event begins with a free American Waltz Dance lesson with Ron Tritto from 6:15 p.m. to 7 p.m., followed by three hours of dancing, with a dance demonstration around 8:30. $13 nonmembers, $10 members, $5 students, 18 and under free. For more information visit http://capitalusadance.com. WATERFORD HARBOR FARMERS MARKET: Every Sunday from June through October, 9 a.m. to 1 p.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.
WORD PLAYS: Catalysts are people or things which speed up a chemical reaction or cause events to happen. Come hear the little known stories about the people behind some changing events. Storytellers: Christie Keegan, Claire Beetlestone, Eliud Nieves, Joe Doolittle, Margaret French, Marni Gillard, Sandy Schuman. 2 p.m., The Fenimore Gallery at Proctors, 432 State St., Schenectady. Tickets $12, Groups of 8 or more pay $8 per ticket. For more information email kate@katedudding.com, call 518-383-4620 or visit StoryCircleAtProctors.org. WORSHIP CONCERT:
The Southern gospel male quartet MARK 209 will perform a worship concert at 10 a.m. on Sunday, October15, at Oneida Community Church, 197 Sunnyside Road in Queensbury. Rev. Mark S. Bailey, pastor of Oneida Church invites the public to attend. There is no charge; however, a free will love offering will be taken after the concert. CDs will also be available. For more information, call 518-7932276 or the church phone at 518-745-8611, or email mbailey90@gmail.com. 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 5 p.m. through October 29. Docent led tours begin at the Yaddo parking lot and last approximately one hour. Cost $10/person (children 12 and under free). Contact Yaddo at 518-584-0746 or www. yaddo.org for more information.