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Monday, March 12
BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Opera Saratoga’s production of “The Ugly Duckling” is a whimsical retelling of Hans Christian Andersen’s beloved tale, with an original score by composer Andrew Duncan, Enjoy the show with our friends from the Center for Disability Services from 10:30a.m. - 11:30a.m. Refreshments will be served. Daybooks discusses “The Other Einstein” by Marie Benedict at 1:30p.m. Copies are available at the information desk. Large-print audio and downloadable copies may be available. Fun and Games for Grownups is an adults-only gathering where you can play games (including chess), color and socialize. Snacks served. 6p.m. - 8:30p.m., 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar. BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Senior Bridge Club, 1p.m., Adult Yoga, 6p.m. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 279-4023or visit www. brunswicklibrary.org for more information.
HONOR A DECEASED VETERAN: The Rensselaer County Honor a Deceased Veteran Program will honor Abbott Lansing Wiley at this month’s ceremony at 8:30a.m. in the Legislative Chambers, Third Floor of the County Office Bldg. 1600Seventh Avenue, Troy. Abbott L. Wiley served in the United States Army during World War II attainting the rank of Major with the 347th Field Artillery Battalion, 91st Infantry Division, earning numerous medals and awards. After the war Abbott and his brother Harold teamed up to purchase Ryan and McMahon, a feed and coal business that ultimately became Wiley Brothers Inc., Lumber, Hardware & Building Supplies. Wiley also served as a Valley Falls Volunteer Fireman, Pittstown Town Supervisor, Majority Leader with the Rensselaer County Legislature and a HVCC Trustee. For more information contact the Rensselaer County Veterans Service Agency at 518-2702760.
HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Cards, Cribbage at 9 a.m., Yoga at 10:30a.m. Shopping Day Sign-Up; Van leaves at 9:30a.m. 69Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-6867561for noon dinner reservations and more information. LAVERNE COX: Laverne Cox, award-winning transgender actress, producer, and equal rights advocate, will speak at Williams College on Monday, March 12, at 7:30p.m. in Chapin Hall. Best known for her work on the critically acclaimed Netflix original series “Orange Is the New Black.” Cox is the first trans woman of color to have a leading role on a mainstream scripted television show. Campus community seating will begin at 6:45p.m.; general public seating will begin at 7p.m. The talk is free and tickets are not required. For building locations on the Williams campus, please call the Office of Communications at 413-597-4277 or vist www.williams.edu/ map.
SMARTER ROBOTS: To move from smart factories to smart homes, robots need to evolve in order to be collaborative, safe, cognitive and mobile. The newly-formed Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing (ARM) Institute focuses on meeting this emerging need. . John T. Wen, professor and department head of Industrial & Systems Engineering at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, discusses the vision and approach of the ARM Institute, its technical and education roadmaps, and several projects as part of Hudson Valley Community College’s “Voices” library lecture series. 2p.m., Bulmer Telecommunications Center, Troy Campus. Admission is free.
TROY PUBLIC LIBRARY: Join the Troy Public Library at 100 Second Street on Monday, March 12, at 3p.m. for a workshop designed specifically to help people age 50and over learn about what it takes to be successfully self-employed in today’s economy. A specially trained staff member of the Community Loan Fund of the Capital Region will guide participants through activities designed to give individuals the foundational information they’ll need, help them explore their options and kick-start their dive into self-employment. Sponsored by AARP Foundation, this program is free and open to the public. Advanced registration is required. For more information, call the library at 518-274-7071or online at www.thetroylibrary.org. TROY SENIOR CENTER: Aerobics, 9:30a.m. Bowling at Uncle Sam Lanes, 12:30p.m. Troy Senior Center, 19Third Street, Downtown Troy. WILLIAMS COLLEGE MUSEUM OF ART: “Jazz Performance: Charlie Parker,” original jazz arrangements of Charlie Parker’s music, 5p.m. Free. WCMA Galleries, 15Lawrence Hall Drive, Williamstown MA. Call 413-597-2429for more information.
Tuesday, March 13
BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Tots Class, 10:30 a.m. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 279-4023or visit www.brunswicklibrary.org for more information.
CHENEY LIBRARY: The Children’s Room of the Cheney Library in Hoosick Falls will host a Story Hour every Tuesday at 10a.m. Each week there will be time to listen to a story, sing songs, have a snack, do an activity and more. Then stay and play!
EAST SIDE SENIORS: The East Side Seniors’ next meeting will be on March 13at the American Legion Post in Wynantskill, starting at 1p.m. Join them to enjoy a nice lunch and Bingo. The Bocce league still needs subs for Monday mornings at the ICC. Please call Barb at 518-674-8325. GOOGLE MARKETING CLASS: Google Marketing Class & AdWords Training Lunch & Learn. Noon - 1:30 p.m.; pizza arrives at 11:30 a.m. Hosted by Manfred RELC, 920Albany-Shaker Road Latham. Sign up at https:// partnersconnect.withgoogle. com/event/darcy-knappconsulting-inc.
HALF MOON BUTTON CLUB: The Half Moon Button Club
will meet on Tuesday March 13, at 11a.m. at the Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. The social time starts at 11 a.m. and the business meeting starts at noon, followed by Sherry Roach’s program on “Delicious Bakelite.” Bring a bag lunch. Dessert will be provided. For more information call Lisa at 518-469-7420or Kirsti at 518-869-8125.
HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Card Party Day at 10:30a.m. Van transportation available. Fraud Prevention program at 12:30p.m. 69Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-686-7561 for noon dinner reservations and more information. LANSINGBURGH EAGLES: The Lansingburgh Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie #3773 will meet on March 13at 7 p.m. at their rooms at 513 Fifth Avenue, North Troy. POESTENKILL SENIORS: The Poestenkill Seniors meet on Tuesday afternoons at the Sullivan-Jones Post in Poestenkill, starting at 1 p.m. Please note that dues are now $15.
RAPID HIV TESTING: The Troy Public Library hosts Veronica Schiavone, LMSW of Albany Medical Center who will share information and free, rapid, confidential HIV testing. Rapid HIV testing involves an oral swab or a finger stick and results are available in as little as 20minutes. March 13, 5p.m.- 7:30p.m. at 100 Second Street, downtown Troy. Contact Veronica at 518-264-4044for more information. RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Pre-school Storytime, 11a.m. 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.
SOCIETY OF AMERICAN MAGICIANS: The local group of The Society of American Magicians, Assembly #24, meets at 7:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday of the month at the S. W. Pitts Hose Co. of Latham on Old Loudon Road in Latham. All persons age 16and older with any interest in the art of magic, whether it’s performance, history, collecting or purely entertainment, are welcome. For more information, visit WWW.SAM24. SYNTHASITE.COM. STEPHENTOWN MEMORIAL LIBRARY: Crosby the Reading Dog will be at SML on Tuesdays from 4p.m. to 5:30p.m. for some reading fun. Whether you are a great reader or even ‘just learning my A,B, C’s,’ Crosby will love to listen. Reading slots will be for 15minutes each. Please call 518-733-5750 to make an appointment. Parents please plan on staying with your child. Stephentown Memorial Library is located at 472NY-43, Stephentown.
TROY PUBLIC LIBRARY: Finance committee meeting 5:15p.m., Board of Trustees meeting 5:30p.m. 100 Second Street, Troy.
TROY SENIOR CENTER: 9 a.m., Knitting and Crocheting. 10:30a.m., Health & Wellness activities. Arts 4 Vets meets every Tuesday at 10:30a.m. Call 2705349to make a noon lunch reservation, or 270-5348 for more information.
UP THE BIZ NETWORKING: Growing Your Biz with Facebook. Noon - 1:30p.m., Saki Bon Sushi/Hibachi, Price Chopper Plaza, Clifton Park. Free registration at https://www.eventbrite. com/e/linkedin-basicsupthebiz-networkinglunch-march-13-tickets-43327278055. WILLIAMS COLLEGE: Lillian-Yvonne Bertram, poet and author, will read from her works at Williams College on Tuesday, March 13, at 7p.m. in Griffin Hall, room 3. The recipient of a 2014 National Endowment for the Arts Creative Writing Poetry Fellowship, Bertram was also a 2013poetry nominee for the Hurston/ Wright Foundation Legacy Award for outstanding works of literature published by people of African descent. The reading is free and open the public. For building locations on the Williams campus, please call the Office of Communications at 413-597-4277or visit www. williams.edu/map.
Wednesday, March 14
ALZHEIMER’S RESEARCH INFORMATION SESSION: Empire Neurology P.C. will host an information session for people interested in healthy aging, Alzheimer’s disease, prevention, and research opportunities. Dr. Keith Edwards will show how you can get involved in prevention research and describe study opportunities that are available at Empire Neurology. Participants will have the opportunity to join GeneMatch, a program of the Alzheimer’s Prevention Registry. This event is geared toward individuals between the ages of 55 and 75who are not experiencing thinking or memory problems. 5p.m., Empire Neurology P.C., 1182Troy Schenectady Road, Suite 203, Latham. The session is provided at no cost. Register by March 13at 3p.m. by calling 518-389-6876. BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: AfterDinner Books discusses “Nutshell” by Ian McEwan, 7p.m. Copies are available at the information desk. Large-print audio and downloadable copies may be available. 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar. BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Senior Bridge Club, 1p.m. Kids STEAM Class for ages 4+, 3:30p.m. Adult Yoga, 6p.m. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 518-279-4023or visit www.brunswicklibrary.org for more information. CMOST: “Hop Into Spring” is the March Science Story Time theme. Join a Museum Educator for a sciencebased story time that includes a project-based activity. No pre-registration required. This activity for ages 2-6is included with museum admission. 11 a.m. - 11:30a.m., Children’s Museum of Science + Technology, 250Jordan Road, Troy. For more information call518-235-2120or visit www.cmost.org. GRAFTON MERRYMAKERS: The monthly meeting of the Grafton Merrymakers will take place on March 14 at 5:30p.m. at the Everett Wager Senior Center, 2Roxborough Road. The evening starts with a covered dish at 5:30p.m. followed by the monthly meeting at 6:30 p.m. If you are interested joining the Merrymakers please come to the meeting. The Merrymakers meet on the second Wednesday of each month from March through November. Any questions can be answered by calling the senior center Monday - Friday from 9a.m. - 3p.m. at 518-279-3413. HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Cards, Bone Builders at 10:30a.m., Exercise Class at 1p.m. Motor vehicle available from 10a.m. - 2p.m. 69Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-686-7561for noon dinner reservations and more information.
MEMORIAL CONCERT BAND: Music by Grainger, Vaughan Williams, Reineke, Robert W. Smith, Erickson, and Sousa. This free concert will be held on March 14at 7:30p.m. at the Mark Cornell Auditorium of Colonie Central School (off Sand Creek Road in Colonie). MINDFUL PRACTICES GROUP: Includes walking meditation and sitting meditation in the tradition of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh. All are welcome; meditation instruction available. Wednesdays 6:30p.m. to 7:30p.m., RPI’s Newman Center Hospitality House--4 Sherry Road, Troy, about 30yards south of the RPI Chapel Center (near the intersection of Burdett and Peoples Avenues). Call 518271-6949or 518-273-1851 for more information. RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: St. Peters Health partners will give a talk at 2p.m. about breast and prostate cancer, how to pay for treatment and what you can do to reduce your risks. 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. SPEIGLE ELDERS: The Speigle Elders will hold their second monthly meeting on Wednesday, March 14, at noon. Please note the earlier arrival time, as the meeting will be preceded by a Soup & Bread luncheon featuring four homemade soups served with bread and butter: Potato, Cream of Broccoli, Sausage Tortellini, and a French Cassoulette soup with kielbasy, spinach and chick peas. There will also be a dessert treat courtesy of Mary Riley. The luncheon cost is $5, payable the day of the event. The meeting agenda includes the monthly charity collection, final payments due for May 5Proctor’s Theater trip. Ellen Lewis will be collecting 2017⁄18 dues.
THRIFT SHOP: Johnsonville Methodist Church’s thrift shop at Bridge Street, Johnsonville (Route 40to Route 67East. Look for the “OPEN” flag on Route 67) is open 9a.m. - noon on Wednesdays and the first Saturday of each month. Check out a large selection of men’s, women’s and children’s clothing, shoes and accessories (most clothing $3a bag), special occasion outfits, men’s suits. Lots of housewares, home decor, Easter, jewelry, CDs, books and a room full of toys, including Easter bunnies. TROY SENIOR CENTER: Swimming at Lansingburgh Boys/Girls Club, 9a.m. Aerobics, 9:30a.m. Bingo, 12:45p.m. Coffee & Donuts sponsored by Humana. 19 Third Street, Troy.Call 2705349to make a noon lunch reservation, or 270-5348 for more information.
Thursday, March 15
AMERICAN ITALIAN HERITAGE ASSOCIATION: The monthly business meeting of the American Italian Heritage Association and Museum starts at 7p.m., followed by a slide presentation by Prof./Cav. Philip J. DiNovo and a short film about St. Joseph Day traditions. Participants will partake of breads, fruits, desserts (zeppole – a Calabrian-style custard - from Bella Napoli Italian Bakery) and refreshments around the traditional St. Joseph Day table. You are invited to bring bread, fruit, candles and dessert to decorate the table. Please bring canned goods for donation to the St. Vincent DePaul Food Pantry, as feeding the poor is an important part of St. Joseph Day. Wear red for good luck. The cost is $5to cover zeppole. Your check payable to AIHAM received by March 12confirms your reservation. American Italian Heritage Association & Museum, 1227Central Avenue, Albany, New York 12205. For more information call 518-435-1979, email info@ americanitalianmuseum.org or visit www.americanitalianmuseum.org. BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Listening Parties: Variations on Bach, 7p.m. Celebrate the composer’s 333rd birthday with examples of his work adapted for rock, pop and jazz. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. 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, “Pi(e) Day,” 10a.m. - 11:30 a.m. for ages 2-6. Free with museum admission. Natural Disasters Homeschool Enrichment Program for ages 6-8and 9-12, 1p.m. - 2:30p.m. Pre-registration required by the end of bussiness on March 14. Chidren’s Museum of Science + Technology, 250Jordan Road, Troy. For more information call 518-235-2120or visit www.cmost.org.
CORNER SHOPPE: The semi-annual inventory reduction sale is in progress at the Corner Shoppe, 570Third Avenue, North Troy, with bargains galore on clothing for the family. Spring and Easter décor available. Open Thursdays and Saturdays, 9a.m. – 1 p.m. Visit www.facebook. com/Cornerstonechurchintheburgh or call 518-2353851,
GRAFTON COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Adult Yoga Hour, 5p.m. 2455NY Route 2, Grafton. Call 518-279-0580 or visit graftoncommunitylibrary.org for more information.
HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Cards, Eat Smart Ideas at 11a.m. Special St. Patrick’s Day dinner with music by Ray Gifford at 12:30p.m. Bingo at 12:45 p.m. Van transportation available. 69Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518686-7561for noon dinner reservations and more information.
JUNIOR LEAGUE OF TROY: “Wine, Women, and Well-Organized Living” will be presented on March 15 from 6p.m. - 7p.m. at the Franklin Square Inn/Best Western in downtown Troy. This interactive workshop with Professional Organizer Cathy Dryden of Neat Chic Organizing shows how to declutter and organize your home and life. The Junior League of Troy will provide information on donating your goods to local charities. Admission is free with suggested donation at the door. Seats are limited; reserve your space on Eventbrite or by calling 518-312-5021.
LANSINGBURGH PUB
LIC LIBRARY: The Lansingburgh Public Library’s 45-minute Family Story Time enrichment program includes stories, songs, and movement to support children’s learning and discovery from the very beginning. For children ages 0-5with a caregiver. Every Thursday at 10:30a.m. at 27114th Street, Troy.
MASONS: The Apollo-King Solomon’s Masonic Lodge #13F.& A.M. will meet on Thursday, March 15at 7:30 p.m. at the Troy Masonic Community Center, 39 Brunswick Road. Dinner will be served at 6:30p.m. after a social hour at 5:30p.m. for the official visit of Geoffrey T. Hoderath, the District Deputy Grand Master of the Old 17th Masonic District by Michael D. Weisberg, the Grand Sword Bearer of the Grand Lodge of the State of New York. For dinner reservations visit masonsonline. OPALKA GALLERY: Curator of this year’s Photo Regional, Tim Davis is an artist, writer and musician working in many fields. Most recently working in video, his projects have been exhibited around the world, in the collections of dozens of museums, and shown in numerous international exhibitions and biennials. Davis lectures at 6:30p.m. at the Opalka Gallery, Sage College of Albany, 140New Scotland Avenue. For more information visit www.sage. edu/opalka or call 518-2927742.
RENSSELAER EAGLES: The Rensselaer Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie #4446will meet on Thursday, March 15, at 6:30 p.m. at their rooms at 851 Broadway, Rensselaer. 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: Join Maria and all of our Playgroup friends as we read stories, listen to music, move around, make some crafts, and most of all play! Kids five and under, along with their parents and/or caregivers, are invited to join playtime at the library. Siblings are welcome to join as well. Call the library at 518-7335750or email director@ stephentownlibrary.org for more information. 10a.m., 472NY-43, Stephentown. TROY SENIOR CENTER: 9a.m., Arts and Crafts. 10 a.m., Osteo Aerobics. 10:30 a.m., Health & Wellness activities. Membership meeting 10:30a.m. Special dinner celebrating St. Patrick’s Day. 19Third Street, Troy. To make reservations for noon lunch call 270-5349. For more information call 270-5348.
WILLIAMS COLLEGE: Sarah Allen, associate professor of comparative literature, will present “Telling Tales in Medieval China,” the final lecture in the Williams College Faculty Lecture Series on Thursday, March 15. at 4:15p.m. in Thompson Chemistry, Wege Auditorium. It is 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. WILLIAMS COLLEGE CONCERT: The Williams College Department of Music presents Cassatt String Quartet with pianist Doris Stevenson on Thursday, March 15, at 8p.m., in Brooks-Rogers Recital Hall on the college campus. Members of the ensemble also hold a master class on Wednesday, March 14at 4:15p.m. featuring talented Williams music students in Brooks-Rogers Recital Hall. These events are free and open to the public.
Friday, March 16
CMOST: Investiate the A in STEaM, 11a.m. Younger visitors will have an opportunity to explore a different creative art activity each week. Chidren’s Museum of Science + Technology, 250Jordan Road, Troy. For more information visit www. cmost.org.
THE EXONERATED: Soul Rebel Performance Troupe performs a staged reading of “The Exonerated” at Roger Bacon Auditorium, Siena College, March 16- 17 at 7p.m., and March 18at 1 p.m. Using court transcripts, interviews and letters, this play recounts the true stories of six Americans who were convicted and sentenced to death for crimes they did not commit. Together, the five men and one woman spent more than 100years on death row before being freed. A facilitated discussion will follow each performance. Suggested donation.
FISH FRY: The CohoesWaterford Elks Fish Fry is back, beginning February 14(Ash Wednesday) and every Friday through March 30 (Good Friday). Choose from Fish Fry, Fish & Chips, Seafood Platter and much more! Eat in or take-out.
Cohoes-Waterford Elks, 45 N. Mohawk Street, Cohoes. Call 518-235-3222for more information.
FRIDAY FISH DINNER: Latham K of C fish dinners are served Fridays through March 30from 5:30p.m. to 7:30p.m. at 328Troy Schenectady Road, including your choice of Baked Fish, Fish Fry or Clam Roll dinner, plus a special children’s menu for ages 5-10. Children under 5 eat free. Call 518-783-0572 or visit http://www.lathamcoloniekofc.com for more information.
HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Cards, Yoga at 10:30a.m., Zumba at 11 a.m., Bingo at 12:30p.m. 69 Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-686-7561for noon dinner reservations and more information.
HVCC ART EXHIBIT: Digital Media Student Exhibition reception and awards, 5 p.m.- 7p.m., Teaching gallery, Administration building, 80Vandenburgh Avenue, Troy. The exhibit continues through March 24.
LENTEN FISH FRY: This year, due to damage to Immaculate Conception Church Hall during the flood, their Fish Fry Fridays will be held at St. Mary’s Academy, 4 Parsons Avenue, Hoosick Falls. Many thanks to the Hoosick Youth Football and Cheerleading organization for offering their food trailer this year. The trailer is housed in the back parking lot at the school and you will experience “Car Hop Delivery Service” to your car. The traditional Eat-In/ Take Out will also be available inside in the school gym. Dinners available 5p.m. - 7p.m. (or until they run out) for only $10, including Fish Fry, French Fries, Coleslaw, Soft Drink/ Juice, and Dessert. Macaroni and Cheese is also available for $5.
NORTH COUNTRY ARTS: Renewal Art Exhibition Reception, 5p.m. - 7p.m., 71 Lawrence Street, Suite #114, Glens Falls. Refreshments will be provided. The exhibition runs through April 28.
OPALKA GALLERY: For the 40th Annual Photo Regional, the Opalka Gallery chose a curated show to allow a deeper look at a smaller number of regional artists. Curated by Tim Davis, artist and professor of photography at Bard College, Effects That Aren’t Special demonstrates how photography can describe the everyday in a way that one never easily acclimates to. The opening reception for “Effects That Aren’t Special” will be held from 6p.m. - 8p.m. at the Opalka Gallery, Sage College of Albany, 140New Scotland Avenue. The exhibit continues through April 21.For more information visit www.sage.edu/opalka or call 518292-7742.
SQUARE DANCE: The Schoharie Valley Hayshakers will hold a mainstream level western square dance at the Middleburgh Elementary School cafeteria on Friday, March 16, from 7:30 p.m. - 10p.m. The caller is Ray Taylor. Please wear soft sole shoes. Phone 518-8274894.
WATERVLIET SENIOR CENTER: Ham and Cabbage Dinner Fundraiser and music by one-man-band Paul Sluzar! $10a ticket; call Senior Center for more information at 518-273-4422. 4p.m., 1501Broadway, Watervliet.
Saturday, March 17
BEGINNING FARMER WORKSHOP: Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County and the Capital Area Agriculture and Horticulture Program announce a Beginning Farmer Workshop from 9a.m. - 4p.m. at the Washington County Fairgrounds Administrative Building, 392Old Schuylerville Road, Greenwich. The workshop will cover farm financing, assessing farm properties, marketing produce and agricultural regulations. The cost is $40for the first person, $60for two people. The registration fee includes food and materials. Space is limited. Register online at https://reg.cce.cornell.edu/ BegFarmerWkshp2018_ 201. For more information or to register by phone, contact Tove Ford at 518-765-3518 or cce-caahp@cornell.edu.
CMOST: Where do raibows and their colors come from? Do they really end in a pot of gold? This workshop explores the origin of rainbows, and you can create a rainbow to take home. This workshop is suitable for all ages and free with museum admission. Chidren’s Museum of Science + Technology, 250 Jordan Road, Troy. For more information call 518-2352120or visit www.cmost.org.
CORNED BEEF & CABBAGE: Cornerstone Community Church at 570Third Avenue in Lansingburgh will hold its annual Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner on Saturday, March 17from 4:30p.m. - 6p.m. Adults $12, Seniors $10, $6for children under 11. Reservations are recommended. Take outs are available and should be reserved. For tickets and takeout reservations, call the church office at 518-2353851. The church is located at the corner of 115th St. And Third Avenue.
THE EXONERATED: Soul Rebel Performance Troupe performs a staged reading of “The Exonerated” at Roger Bacon Auditorium, Siena College, March 17at 7p.m., and March 18at 1p.m. Using court transcripts, interviews and letters, this play recounts the true stories of six Americans who were convicted and sentenced to death for crimes they did not commit. Together, the five men and one woman spent more than 100years on death row before being freed. A facilitated discussion will follow each performance. Suggested donation.
IRISH SODA BREAD: On Saturday, March 17, at 11 a.m., Amy Halloran, author of “The New Bread Basket,” will be at the Troy Public Library, 100Second Street, to give an Irish Soda Bread baking demonstration. Participants will put together a mix and batter using whole grain store ground flour, and you will taste the difference in the finished loaf. You will also leave with an understanding of how to use whole-grain stoneground flours in your every day quick breads and cookies. This program is free and open to the public. For more information and to register call the library at 518-274-7071or online at www.thetroylibrary. org.
MAY THE LUCK BE WITH YOU: This auction fundraiser at the Vista at Van Patten Golf Course will benefit the Clifton Park Nursery School, a non-profit, cooperative preschool housed in a historic one room schoolhouse. The Clifton Park Nursery School has been offering play-based education for preschool-age children since 1960. The fundraiser features silent and live auction baskets including golf at Saratoga National, Van Patten, Edison Club, Eagle Crest, beer baskets, lottery ticket basket, staycations, museums and much more. Tickets are $20and include a light dinner and hors d’oeuvre. There will be a cash bar and drink specials. 4p.m. - 8p.m., 924Main St, Clifton Park. For more information, contact Diana Glaser at diana.glaser@gmail.com or 518-369-7057.
RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Kids’ Game Day starts at 1p.m., with board games, video games and card games for ages 6-12. 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.
RICHARD II AUDITIONS: Walking the dog Theater of Ghent announces auditions for its summer 2018 production of William Shakespeare’s “Richard II,” directed by Melania Levitsky. Auditions will be held at the Hawthorne Valley Waldorf School in Ghent (Harlemville) on Saturday, March 17, at 4 p.m. Go to the school’s main doors. Rehearsals begin June 18, with performances on July 19-22and 25-29. Please contact Melania Levitsky for further information at melan27@gmail.com.
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/.
TROY PUBLIC LIBRARY: Visit with or read to Greta the Reading Dog in order to boost your reading skills and confidence. 11a.m. to noon, 100Second Street, Downtown Troy. Visit www. thetroylibrary.org for more information.
TROY WATERFRONT FARMERS’ MARKET: Every Saturday, more than 80+ food growers, bakers, chefs and artisans gather to offer the Capital Region’s freshest and finest! The Troy Farmers’ Market has migrated indoors to the Troy Atrium for the winter season with over 80farmers, bakers, cheesemakers, and more! Two floors of four-season goods, all handmade and produced by a variety of local & regional vendors.
VOLKSWALK: A Saratoga Springs Volkswalk will be held on Saturday, March 17, at 10a.m., starting at Four Seasons Natural Foods, 120 Henry Street. Registration ($20) starts 30minues before the event.
YOUNG ONSET PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP: The monthly meeting of the Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease Support Group is scheduled for Saturday, March 17, from 2p.m. - 4 p.m. at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 510Albany-Shaker Road, Loudonville. Stephanie Hutchins, Certified Personal Trainer, PTA, will presennt “Exercise and Parkinson’s Disease,” with equipment on hand to demonstrate various types of exercises. There is networking and no admission charge. For more information about the YOPD Support Group, call 518-371-0448, after 3p.m.
Sunday, March 18
ARTS CENTER: One Giant Try-It! Noon - 3p.m., Arts Center of the Capital Region, 265River Street, downtown Troy. Call 518-273-0552for more information.
BACH BIRTHDAY CONCERT: Organ and Choral music of Bach including B Minor Mass, part 1. 3p.m., St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 21 Hackett Boulevard, Albany. Admission $15, seniors $12, students free. Call 518-4632257for more information.
BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Sunday Cinema: Family Edition “Wonder” (PG, 117min., Lionsgate), 2:30p.m. Shown with Subtitling for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing when possible. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar.
BREAKFAST BUFFET: The Cohoes Knights of Columbus will be having their Breakfast Buffet on Sunday, March 18, at 255Remsen Street, Cohoes from 8:30a.m. to 11:30a.m., with an omlet station,eggs, pancakes, hash,bacon, sausage, toast, juice and pastries. Adults $8, children under 5free.
ENGLISH COUNTRY DANCE: Third Sunday of each month, 2p.m. - 5 p.m., October through April at Christ Church United Methodist, 35State 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.ard play thru Swiss team game will start at 11a.m. For more information please call Bob Valenti at 518-326-3829.