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Friday, Nov. 24

ALBANY INSTITUTE: The Albany Institute of History & Art in Albany will be decorated and ready to welcome locals and out-of-area guests to the museum for “Home for the Holidays” on Thanksgiving weekend. The popular free admission weekend is one of the kick-off holiday events in the Capital Region. Once again, it will be packed with festive decorations and fun activities that will appeal to the entire family. Major sponsors for the weekend include Omni Development Corporation, Inc. and M&T Bank. 10 a.m. to 5p.m., 125Washington Avenue, Albany. For more information about the Home for the Holidays Free Thanksgiving weekend, please visit the museum’s website: www. albanyinstitute.org. BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Enjoy a superhero craft and screening of “The Incredibles” (PG, 111minutes) at 10a.m., and come back after lunch at 2p.m. to make a sunny sun catcher and watch “Moana” (PG, 113minutes). For kids and families. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. CLEMENT ART GALLERY: Holiday Small Works Show, featuring a large selection of original artwork by local artists. Artists’ reception November 24from 6p.m. to 9 p.m. at Clement Art Gallery, 201Broadway, Troy. For more information call 518-2726811or visit clementart.com. CMOST: School Vacation Camp: “Maker Fun,” 9a.m. - 4p.m. A day packed with experiments, building projects, creative elements and games for children ages 5-11. $45 for CMOST members, $50for future members. Before care (8a.m. to 9a.m.) and After care (4p.m. to 5p.m.) costs an addition $6per camper. Children’s Museum of Science + Technology, 250Jordan Road, Troy.

Saturday, Nov. 25

ALBANY INSTITUTE: The Albany Institute of History & Art in Albany will be decorated and ready to welcome locals and out-of-area guests to the museum for “Home for the Holidays” on Thanksgiving weekend. The popular free admission weekend is one of the kick-off holiday events in the Capital Region. Once again, it will be packed with festive decorations and fun activities that will appeal to the entire family. Major sponsors for the weekend include Omni Development Corporation, Inc. and M&T Bank. 10 a.m. to 5p.m., 125Washington Avenue, Albany. For more information about the Home for the Holidays Free Thanksgiving weekend, please visit the museum’s website: www. albanyinstitute.org. CORNER SHOPPE: The Corner Shoppe at Cornerstone Comm. Church, 570Third Ave., North Troy is displaying all things Christmas, along with a vast inventory of housewares, linens, shoes, toys, puzzles and clothing for the entire family-including coats and boots. 9a.m. – 1p.m. on Thursdays & Saturdays. For more info, please call 518235-3851.

HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR: The Cohoes-Waterford Elks’ Annual Holiday Craft Fair features dozens of vendors, food, and something for everyone. 9a.m.– 3p.m., 45N. Mohawk Street, Cohoes. SALEM CHRISTMAS PARADE:

Santa’s making an early visit to

‘ the Middle of Everywhere,’ arriving in Salem on Saturday, November 25, for the annual Salem Area Chamber of Commerce Christmas Parade. This year’s theme is ‘A Very Sparkly Christmas!” The 2017 Parade will kick off at 1pm from Vail Street, following Main Street to Park Place and ending at the Fairgrounds. Grand Marshall Carly McPhee, daughter of Don and Carol McPhee and outstanding senior at Salem Central School, will lead the parade. Come early and join the Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt, 10a.m. - 2p.m. at participating businesses. While you’re in Salem, check out Bancroft Public Library Gingerbread House Contest (10 a.m. - 1p.m.); Grand Opening of the Artisans Holiday Market (10a.m.- 5 p.m.); Gardenworks Farm Holiday Open House and Holiday Concert with the LaMothe-Gee Family at 2pm with food sampling and Holiday Open House; and merchant specials throughout the town.

THAT 70S NIGHT: An amazing Concert starring Joe Ventura from Eden Cafe. Joe and his guitar will entertainus with tributes to such legends as The Eagles, John Denver, The Beatles and many more. This event starts at 7p..m, sponsored by Singles Outreach, at 435New Karner Road, Colonie. Price is $6. Bring a snack to share. For further information call 518452-6883. WYOMANOCK PRESERVE: Wyomanock Farm is a small, organic and diversified operation with a mission to provide food to the local community in a manner harmonious with the site’s rich ecology, home to uncommon native plants and plant communities. “Organic Farming in the Wyomanock Creek Watershed” (1p.m. to 4p.m.)blends a farm tour with a 1.5mile walk through the rich natural habitats of the Wyomanock Creek watershed. Participants will learn how to cultivate a connection between people and the land that provides for them, and experience the rich ecology of Wyomanock Preserve. Registration required. For more information, visit www.BeholdNewLebanon.org or call 518-794-6680.

Sunday, Nov. 26

ALBANY INSTITUTE: The Albany Institute of History & Art in Albany will be decorated and ready to welcome locals and out-of-area guests to the museum for “Home for the Holidays” on Thanksgiving weekend. The popular free admission weekend is one of the kick-off holiday events in the Capital Region. Once again, it will be packed with festive decorations and fun

activities that will appeal to the entire family. Major sponsors for the weekend include Omni Development Corporation, Inc. and M&T Bank. Noon to 5p.m., 125 Washington Avenue, Albany. For more information about the Home for the Holidays Free Thanksgiving weekend, please visit the museum’s website: www.albanyinstitute.org.

FRIENDS OF CHAMBER MUSIC: Friends of Chamber Music of Troy, NY, presents the Walden Chamber Players in an eclectic program of music for bassoon and strings by Garfield, Mozart, and Danzi, and piano and strings by Mozart and Fauré, in the annual Hildegard and Heinrich Medicus Memorial Concert. 3p.m., Kiggins Hall, Emma Willard School, 285Pawling Avenue (Route 66), Troy. Single tickets are $25/$15for students and can be purchased at the door. Information about Friends of Chamber Music and its 2017-2018concert series is available at friendsofchambermusic.org or by calling 518-833-1874.

Monday, Nov. 27

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Take part in a reading and discussion series focusing on several of the Federalist Papers penned by Alexander Hamilton, 7p.m. - 8:30p.m. This session covers Federalist No. 1and No. 6. Additional dates in December, February and March. This program is grant-funded and sponsored by Humanities New York. 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar.

BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Senior Bridge Club, 1p.m. to 3p.m. Adult Yoga, 6p.m. 4118 State Highway 2, Troy.Call 279-4023or visit www. brunswicklibrary.org for more information.

TRAVEL PRESENTATION: La Fédération FrancoAméricaine du NY presents their 2018trip, “Canadian Rockies & Glacier National Park”, August 25-September 2, 2018. A free travel presentation will take place on Monday, November 27, at 5:30p.m. at Plaza Travel Center, 623New Loudon Road, Latham. RSVP by email or phone. Contact Lisa LaForest at lisa@plazatravel.net or 518-785-3338. TROY PUBLIC LIBRARY: Local author John R. Ostwald is a Professor Emeritus (Psychology), newspaper columnist (Saratogian/ The Record), Vietnam era veteran (InShore Undersea Warfare Group II) and author (War, Sacrifice and Coming, Home) whose work has been presented on TV, radio and at national conferences. He will talk on “War, Sacrifice and Coming Home” on Monday, November 27, at 6p.m. at the Troy Public Library, 100Second Street. This program is free and open to the public. Advanced registration is recommended. For more information and to register, call the library at 518-274-7071or online at www.thetroylibrary.org.

Tuesday, Nov. 28

ALZHEIMER’S/DEMENTIA CAREGIVING SERIES: Troy Public Library is hosting an Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregiver’s Series presented by the Alzheimer’s Association. Session 2in the 3part series will be held November 28at 2p.m.at the main library, 100Second Street. As people with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias progress in their journey and the ability to use words is lost, families need new ways to connect. Explore how communication takes place when someone has Alzheimer’s, learn to decode the verbal and behavioral messages delivered by someone with dementia, and identify strategies to connect and communicate at each stage of the disease. This program is free and open to the public. Advanced registration is recommended. For more information and to register, call the library at 518-2747071or online at www. thetroylibrary.org.

BRAIN FOOD FOR THE CURIOUS: New York State Museum historians and scientists share their knowledge and research in a series of lunchtime talks this fall and winter. November 28, “Astronauts of Inner-Space: The Millbrook Commune and the ‘60s.” Explore New York’s unique role in the psychedelic ‘60s through the history of the Millbrook Commune, Timothy Leary’s ‘Grounded Space Colony’ housed on a 2,500acre estate in Dutchess County. 12:10p.m. – 12:40 p.m., in the Huxley Theater, 1st Floor, Cultural Education Center, 222Madison Avenue, Albany. Attendees are encouraged to bring their lunch.

CMOST: Join CMOST for the My Parent & Me science class, “Creature Comforts.” This is a chance for children and caregivers to interact, explore, imagine and discover the world of science together. Every session is thematically relevant and developmentally appropriate for children ages 2-5and their caregiver. Pre-registration is required: CMOST members $45, future members $65. 9:30a.m. to 10:30 a.m., Children’s Museum of Science + Technology, 250 Jordan Road, Troy. For more information and a daily calendar of events visit www. cmost.org.

EAST SIDE SENIORS: The East Side Seniors’ next regular meeting will be on November 28. Team 5will be the host/hostess. Meetings start at 1p.m., preceded by the pledge to the Flag, and a moment of silence. The meetings are held at The American Legion Post, Main Ave., Wynantskill. The Christmas luncheon will be on December 19at Paolo Lombardi’s, Wynantskill. Members must make reservations and payment on or before December 12. POESTENKILL HISTORICAL SOCIETY: In early 1864, a nineteen-year- old Irish immigrant named Kate Mullany organized the shirt collar laundry workers of Troy, New York, into the nation’s first truly all-female labor union. Their weeklong strike yielded them a twenty-five per cent raise and vaulted Mullany to national prominence. Today, the house that she bought for her family is a National Historic Site and the home of the American Labor Studies Center, which helps educate young Americans about the history of labor in the United States. Tom Carroll’s talk will tell that story at 7p.m. in the downstairs meeting room of the Town Hall on Route 351. The program is free and everyone is welcome. Refreshments will be provided.

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 handicapped-accessible with sufficient parking. The Poestenkill Seniors hold catered luncheons, clamsteams and fish frys at various restaurants. Best of all, they go on bus trips to casinos and other points of interest. Dues are $10a year.

RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Computer Help, 1p.m. to 3p.m. Drop in and get help with a computer, phone or other device, and get your questions answered 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,

TROY PUBLIC LIBRARY: Family Fun Night: fun with foam stickers, for ages 4 and up with family member. 6p.m. at the Main library, 100Second Street.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: 9:30a.m., Knitting and Crocheting. 10a.m., Health & Wellness activities. Arts 4Vets meets every Tuesday at 10:30a.m. Call 2705349to make a noon lunch reservation, or 270-5348 for more information. WILLIAMS COLLEGE: At 6p.m. in Lawrence Hall, Cecilia Fajardo-Hill, art historian and curator in modern and contemporary art, will present a talk on “The Political Body in Radical Women Latin/a American Artists, 1960-1985.” At 7 p.m. in Paresky Auditorium, Deborah Rothschild, consulting curator to the Equal Justice Initiative (EJI) and former senior curator at the Williams College Museum of Art, will discuss the EJI’s memorial to the victims of lynching that will open this coming spring in Montgomery, AL. Both events are free and open to the public. For building locations on the Williams campus, please call the Office of Communications at 413-597-4277 or visit www.williams.edu/ map.

Wednesday, Nov. 29

BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Kids STEAM Class for ages 4+, 3:30 p.m. Adult Yoga, 6p.m.4118 State Highway 2, Troy. Call 279-4023or visit www. brunswicklibrary.org for more information.

CMOST: “Fall and Thanksgiving” are this month’s Science Story Time themes. Join a Museum educator for a science-based story time that includes a project-based activity. No pre-registration required; activity included with museum admission. For ages 2-6. 11a.m. - 11:30 a.m., Children’s Museum of Science + Technology, 250 Jordan Road, Troy. For more information and a daily calendar of events visit www. cmost.org.

EVERETT WAGAR SENIOR CENTER: Join the Grafton seniors for a Special Bingo, on Wednesday, November 29, at 12:30p.m. sponsored by CDPHP. If you have any questions, or would like to join us for lunch at noon entrée; Cold Plate – Crabmeat Salad, for a suggested donation of $3, please contact the center at 518-279-3413. The center is located at 2Roxborough Road, Grafton.

MIRACLE ON 15TH STREET: On Wednesday, November 29, at 7p.m., The Hill at Muza will light an 18 foot spruce tree from Bob’s Trees in Galway. The tree will stand on an outdoor “stage” area, about six feet above the beer garden, and is decorated with 500 feet of twinkling Christmas lights. Duly Noted, an AllMale RPI student acapella group, will perform holiday carols and songs for the crowd from 7p.m. to 9p.m., and will be joined by a special surprise musical guest, or two. Complimentary plates of Christmas cookies from The Cookie Factory will be served. The Hill is an outgrowth of Muza, the adjacent Polish restaurant on 15th Street in Troy. The rain date is December 1.

RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Teen Time, 4p.m. to 6p.m. Play games on our PS4, have snacks and talk with your friends. For ages 13-19. Paint n’ Sip, 6:30 p.m. Enjoy cider and donuts with your friends while painting a seascape. Sign up is required for this adultsonly program. Rensselaer Public Library is located across the street from the Amtrak parking lot. To learn more, see http://rensselaerlibrary.org/ or visit http:// www.facebook.com/RensselaerLibrary.

THRIFT SHOP: Johnsonville Methodist Church, Bridge St, Johnsonville 12094. Route 40to Route 67East (Look for the “OPEN” flag on Route 67) features a large selection of men’s, women’s and children’s clothing, coats, shoes and accessories, including special occasion clothes for holiday parties, with most clothing $3a bag, as well as a great selection of Christmas decor and lots of housewares, CDs, books, toys and jewelry. The shop is open from 9a.m. to noon every Wednesday and on the first Saturday of each month. TROY SENIOR CENTER: Swimming at Lansingburgh Boys/Girls Club, 9a.m. Aerobics 9:30a.m. Health & Wellness activities, 10:30 a.m. Bingo 12:45p.m. 19 Third Street, Troy. To make reservations for a delicious 12;15p.m. lunch, call 518270-5349.

Thursday, Nov. 30

ADORN: A Festival of Trees with a Twist Exhibit Opening, 5p.m. to 8p.m., Albany Heritage Area Visitors Center, 25Quackenbush Street. Eight dress forms decorated for the holiday spirit by 10 local artists. All ‘ trees’ are available for purchase with proceeds to benefit the artists’ charities of choice. The exhibit opening is an Albany Holiday Market event. Free admission. For more information visit https:// www.albany.org/event/ adorn%3a-a-festival-oftrees-with-a-twist-exhibitopening/25089/. BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Tots Class, 10:30a.m. Knitting group, 1 p.m. to 2:30p.m. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 518279-4023or visit www. brunswicklibrary.org for more information.

CMOST: Sensory Play, “Explore Your Senses.” Help your child improve moto skills and increase his or her understanding of thow the wolrd works. Join CMOSt staff in the GE Junior Discovery Room for a hands-on science activity. No pre-registration required; activity included with museum admission. For ages 2-6. 10a.m. - 11:30 a.m., Children’s Museum of Science + Technology, 250 Jordan Road, Troy. For more information and a daily calendar of events visit www. cmost.org.

CORNER SHOPPE: The Corner Shoppe at Cornerstone Comm. Church, 570Third Ave., North Troy is displaying all things Christmas, along with a vast inventory of housewares, linens, shoes, toys, puzzles and clothing for the entire family-including coats and boots. 9a.m. – 1p.m. on Thursdays & Saturdays. For more info, please call 518-235-3851.

HOLIDAY GREENS SHOW: The Rensselaer County Historical Society and The Van Rensselaer Garden Club cordially invite the public to attend the 61st Annual Holiday Greens Show at the Historic Hart-Cluett House, 57Second Street, Troy. The show, featuring a ‘Home for The Holidays’ theme, opens Thursday, November 30, from noon – 5p.m., with a Free Community Night from 5p.m. - 8p.m. The show continues on December 1-3, from noon – 5p.m. Tickets may be purchased at the door, or online. for $10for adults, $6for seniors (62 and over), $5for children 5-16years, and free for children 4and under. Please call 518-272-7232x 11for further information, or visit https://www.rchsonline.org/ greens-show/.

ITALIAN AMERICAN HERITAGE MUSEUM:

As follow-up to last month’s presentation, “Jumpstart Your Italian Genealogy,” retired educator John Capano will provide a more in- depth exploration of research resources such as Ancestry. com to assist you in finding “lost” ancestors and new, living relatives you never knew existed. Bring your own laptop or tablet device. A donation of $5is requested as are reservations by November 28. 11 a.m. to 12:30p.m., 1227Central Avenue, Albany. For more information call 518-4351979or visit www.americanitalianmuseum.org. PIZZAPALOOZA: Help make an impact on our community all while enjoying the areas top pizza, music, bid on auction baskets and have a beer tastingevent thanks to DeCresente Distributing Company. The Troy Boys and Girls’ Club 10th annual Pizzapalooza takes place from 6p.m. to 9p.m. at Franklin Terrace, 26Campbell Avenue, Troy. Honoring Champion of Youth Award Winner: Honorable Kathleen Jimino. Get tickets at https://secure.qgiv.com/ for/ i6na6e/event/ 786786/. RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Teen Anime Club, 5p.m. to 7p.m. Computer Help, 5:30p.m. to 7p.m. Drop in and get help with a computer, phone or other device, and get your questions answered. 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, STEPHENTOWN MEMORIAL LIBRARY: Kids five and under, along with their parents and/or caregivers, are invited to playtime at 10 a.m., including circle time, music, movement, reading, crafts and free playtime. Siblings are welcome to join as well. Lego Club meets at 4:30p.m. 472NY-43, Stephentown.