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Friday, Aug. 24

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Summer Cinema, 2:30p.m. Bring a blanket or pillow; the library will supply the popcorn. For kids and families. 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar.

BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Farmers’ Market, Fridays 3p.m. – 6p.m. Adult DIY Paint Your Canvas Bag, 6p.m. Please call to register. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 518-279-4023or visit www.brunswicklibrary.org for more information. CASTLETON FARMERS MARKET: The Castleton-onHudson Farmers & Artisans Market (COHFAM) will be held every Friday from June 1 to September 28, from 4:30 p.m. -7:30p.m. at the corner of Main Street (9J) and Scott Avenue (150).

CHATHAM BOOKSTORE: In a show entitled “Surprises,” Canaan artist Trudi Roth exhibits paintings from various media at the Chatham Bookstore. The opening reception takes place on Friday, August 24, from 5p.m. to 7p.m. The exhibit runs through September 28at The Chatham Bookstore, 27Main Street, Chatham. Call 518-392-3005or visit https:// chathambookstore.com/ for more information. COUNTDOWN TO ROSH HASHANAH: Themes of the Days of Awe: What’s the focus on during Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur? 8p.m., B’nai Sholom Reform Congregation, 420Whitehall Road, Albany. Free and open to all. For more information, visit www.bnaisholomalbany.org or contact the B’nai Sholom office at 518-482-5283or office@ bnaisholom.albany.ny.us. GRAFTON COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Adult Art, 5 p.m. 2455NY-2, Grafton. Visit www.graftoncommunitylibrary.org or call 518-2790580for more information. HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Yoga at 10:30a.m. Bingo at 12:30p.m. Cards. 69 Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-686-7561to reserve noon dinner or for more information.

ICE CREAM SOCIAL: Rensselaer County’s Everett Wagar Senior Center, 2Roxborough Road, Grafton, will hold an ice cream social on Friday, August 24, sponsored by Fidelis. The social will be held at 12:30p.m. following lunch, which is available to all Rensselaer County seniors 60years of age or older for a suggested donation of $3. For more information or to make your reservations for lunch, please call 518-2793413.

LARAC EXHIBIT OPEN- ING: The Lower Adirondack Regional Arts Council has been working with Salem Art Works for many years, through the Decentralization Program and collaborations on programs such as LARAC’s Annual Potluck and the June Arts Festival. LARAC’s Curators Kori Albrecht and Phil Casabona are excited for the opportunity to bring the unique artistic talents found at Salem Art Works to Glens Falls. LARAC’s Gallery will feature artists in residency from August 24September 21, including young artists, studio artists and fellow artists that have spent the summer creating at Salem Art Works. The exhibit opening on August 24from 5p.m. - 8p.m. includes live music by Chris Orihuela and Neil Goes and a mobile glass blowing demo. The event at 7Lapham Place, Glens Falls, is free and open to the public.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: Aerobics 9:45a.m. Bingo 12:45p.m. Work out with Gym Guru “Ellio,” 1p.m. - 2:45p.m. 19Third Street, Troy. To make reservations for noon lunch call 518-270-5349. For more information call 518-2705348.

Saturday, Aug. 25

BACK TO SCHOOL CLOSET: The Back to School Closet located at Bethany Church, 21 N. Lyons Avenue, Menands, is open Wednesday evenings from 6p.m. - 7:30p.m. through September 12and August 25and September 8from 9 a.m. - 10:30a.m. The Closet accepts all school items but especially needs two pocket folders, composition books, highlighters, Kleenex, dry erase markers, loose leaf paper binders and Ziploc bags in quart and gallon size. Contact Carol Darmetko at 518-396-7580or Jean Parker at 518-527-9928 if you want to drop off donations, or for further information.

CAPITAL DISTRICT GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY: Learn how to unlock the story behind artifacts by tracking the origins of various family heirlooms to discover the stories behind them. Find out how you can correlate newspaper articles and family stories to make the most of what’s in that box your grandma left behind. Presented by Pamela Vittorio at 1p.m. at William K. Sanford Colonie Town Library, 629Albany-Shaker Road, Loudonville. Refreshments and the 2:30p.m. Computer Resources group will follow the presentation. The meeting is free and open to the public. Visit www.capitaldistrictgenealogicalsociety.org for more information.

CORNER SHOPPE: The Corner Shoppe located at Corner- stone Community Church, 570 Third Avenue, Troy is having its August bag sale. Purchase a bag for $3and fill it with nice next-to-new clothing for the entire family. There are special sales on other items too. Shop Thursday and Saturday, 9a.m. – 1p.m. Visit www.facebook.com/CornerstoneChurchintheburgh for more information. COUNTDOWN TO ROSH HASHANAH: Potluck Dinner: bring a Rosh Hashanah dish and share stories of food and family. 6:30p.m., B’nai Sholom Reform Congregation, 420Whitehall Road, Albany. Free and open to all. For more information, visit www.bnaisholomalbany.org or contact the B’nai Sholom office at 518-482-5283or office@ bnaisholom.albany.ny.us. DYKEN POND: Junior Naturalist Fishing 101, 1p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Ever wonder what fish live in Dyken Pond? Learn how to tie a fisherman’s know, bait a hook, safely cast and safely release fish. Poles and tackle provided. Pre-registration required. Cost: $3per person. Full Moon Paddle with instructor Len Tremblay, 6p.m. - 8 p.m. Paddle will be followed by a campfire, so plan on staying in the moonlight, and bring a snack to share. Preregistration required, limited to 15boats. Bring your own boat or rent one for. $10. Preregister for all events by email at dykenpond@gmail.com, or call 518-658-2055.

EAGLES BAND: The Eagles Band will perform an outdoor concert at Wingate Residences at Melbourne Place on Saturday, August 25from 2 p.m. to 3p.m. Formed in 1936, the Eagles Band is Berkshire County’s oldest performance ensemble. This event is free and open to the public, but space is limited. For more information or to RSVP, call 413-499-1992. Wingate Residences at Melbourne Place is located at 140Melbourne Road, Pittsfield MA. GRAFTON LAKES STATE PARK: Yoga on the Beach, 9:30a.m. Enjoy this yoga class with Mareena Razik on the shores of Long Pond at Grafton. The parking fee will be refunded if you leave directly after program. Class cost is $5 per person. Rain will cancel the class.

GRANT COTTAGE: Amy Halsted, the great-great granddaughter of James Dean Fish, will tell her ancestor’s story, involving a gifted young actress, a mysterious trunk, U.S. Grant, and whole lot of scandal. 1p.m., U.S. Grant Cottage State Historic Site, 1000 Mt. McGregor Road, Wilton.

K OF C PIG ROAST: The Latham-Colonie Knights of Columbus pig roast begins at approximately 5p.m. at 328Troy-Schenectady Road, Latham. Snacks will be served from 2p.m. - 4p.m. $15per

person. Cash bar available. Call 518-783-0572to make reservations.

MENANDS PUBLIC LIBRARY: Story time is 1p.m. on Saturdays. Be there when the library closes to enjoy a story, read, sing and play for about 30minutes. For ages 2-4, but all are welcome. The Menands Public Library is located at 4N. Lyons Avenue, Menands. For more information, call 518-4634035. MUSHROOMWALK: Sue Van Hook, local mycologist, will lead participants into the woods at one of Rensselaer Land Trust’s forests or preserves. Participants will have a chance to develop their field skills in mushroom identification. Bring a basket or bag with stiff sides, a field knife or trowel, and a hand lens if you have one. Registration fee $10per person; kids are free. Register online at renstrust.org Click on outing/events and then click on the specific event. You will then see a place to click for register here either with paypal or a credit card. Group size for the walk is limited to 25so it is first paid, first on the list. Directions will be mailed to participants registered 2 weeks before the walk. THACHER PARK NATURE CENTER: Go Batty!, 10a.m. Thacher State Park is home to several different species of bats. In summer bats are very active, leaving their roosts in the evening to hunt for insects. Get active and learn about bat behaviors through some hands-on activities and a bat-themed craft. Appropriate for children ages 6and up. Call 518-872-1237to register. Park entrance fee is $6per vehicle.

TROY ALLEY RALLY: Neighbors in the vicinity of Troy’s historic Washington Park are joining together to pass on their treasures: furniture, antiques, housewares and decorative items, jewelry, record, CD’s and more. Shoppers should look for large signs along Congress Street directing them to four north-south alleys - Church, Franklin, Frear and 1st Street. Sales will be occurring south to Jefferson Street from 10a.m. - 2p.m. Maps of sale “hot spots” will be provided. Rain date August 26. For more information, contact Diane Bell at 518-416-6771. UKRAINIAN FESTIVAL: The Ukrainian Festival from 1p.m. - 10p.m. at the Ukrainian American Citizens Club, 1Pulaski Street, Cohoes, features delicious Ukrainian foods and a concert exploding with traditional dancing, amazing music, and gorgeous ethnic costumes. Various vendors will be present selling food, drinks, traditional arts and crafts and there will be plenty of activities for the kids including face painting, games, a bounce house and kid friendly delicious treats. Admission is only $5for ages 18+, kids are free. For more information visit www. capitaldistrictukrainianfestival.org.

WOMEN’S SELF-DEFENSE CLASS: The Grafton Lakes Welcome Center will host ABC Women’s Self Defense, a class led by Modern JiuJitsu, on Saturday, August 25, from 10a.m. - 1p.m. Learn the simple and critical skills to protect and empower you, your friends, and your family. The class is $20per person and space is limited. sign up by calling the park at 518279-1155x 2.

Sunday, Aug. 26

ARCHERY EVENT: Northeast Bowhunters’ Alliance

(NEBA) 3D Archery Shoot & 3rd Annual Chicken BBQ. Registration starts at 7a.m. North Troy Stag Rod & Gun Club, 165Cushman Road, Melrose. Three wooden American Flags made by Veteran Made Wood Works will be on display. Tickets are on sale for a September 16drawing for the flags. Proceeds will go to four local Veteran groups: DAV, VMC, Heroes @ Home Rensco & Friends of the Fighting Chaplain Francis A Kelly. Visit www.northtroystag.org for more information. COMMUNITY BALLROOM DANCE: A 6:30p.m. dance lesson with Herschel Allen is followed by open dancing starting at 7:15p.m., with a featured showcase dance with Herschel and Wendy at 8:30p.m. at the Polish Community Center, 225Washington Avenue Extension, Albany. $12per person. Sponsored by Singles Outreach. FREE OUTDOOR YOGA CLASSES: Kripalu Yoga practice will be guided by Kathleen Fisk, Kripalu Yoga Instructor and owner of In Harmony Yoga Studio, 137 Remsen Street, Cohoes. Free outside yoga classes will be held Sundays in June, July and August, weather permitting, at 10a.m. at Van Schaick Island Pond, 155 Continental Avenue, Cohoes. FULL MOON FOR BATS: Join Mud Creek Environmental Learning Center to learn why bats are so important to our ecosystem and how you can help them thrive. You’ll also learn about the origins of full moon names including Sturgeon Moon and Grain Moon and experience the full moon as we walk the trail and explore the night life at Mud Creek. Without the use of flashlights, search for bats, moon gaze, and test your night vision. 7:30p.m., 1024 State Route 66, Ghent. This event is free, but registration is required. Please contact Pamela Price at 518-2673313to register. GLIMMERGLASS FILM DAYS: Start off the 2018 film season with a special screening of “Becoming Who I Was,” the award-winning story of a young boy discovered to be the reincarnation of a high-ranking Tibetan monk. Admission $7. 7:30 p.m., The Star Theater, 44 Main Street, Cherry Valley. For more information, call 607-547-8881, email info@ otsego2000.org or visit www.glimmerglassfilmdays.org.

GRANT COTTAGE: In “Grant’s Next Chapter,” Historian Chris Mackowski explains why Vicksburg literally closed the book on one phase of Grant’s career and set the stage for a whole new chapter. 1p.m., U.S. Grant Cottage State Historic Site, 1000Mt. McGregor Road, Wilton.

SARATOGA SPRINGS SUMMER STROLL: Join Debbie Studwell at 10:30 a.m. to learn more about the architecture and historical development of the important neighborhood on Fifth and Madison avenues, adjacent to the Saratoga Race Course. Sponsored by Impressions of Saratoga. $5for Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation members, $8 for non-members. Reservations are encouraged, but not necessary. For more information, please call SSPF at 518-587-5030, visit www. saratogapreservation.org or email Nicole Babie, Membership & Programs Coordinator, at nbabie@saratogapreservation.org.

TROY FLEA: About 40 vendors sell their wares at the flea in Riverfront Park Sunday, August 26, from 10a.m. to 3p.m.. There are new, exciting vendors, as well as returning favorites this year providing a great mix of handmade and vintage items

keeping the eclectic feel the market is known and loved for. Immediately following the Downtown BID-sponsored Yoga in the Park (in Riverfront Park along the Hudson River), visitors can hunt for vintage and upcycled treasures at Troy Flea every second and fourth Sunday through September from 10a.m. to 3p.m. WATERFORD HARBOR FARMERS MARKET: The Waterford Harbor Farmers Market is a weekly outdoor farmers market on the Erie Canal. Enjoy beautiful views and live music as you shop for local produce, baked goods, syrup, sauces, meat, art, soap, and more. Every Sunday through October 14from 9 a.m. - 1p.m. at the Waterford Harbor Visitor Center, 1 Tugboat Alley, Waterford. Visit https://www.waterfordharbormarket.com/ for more information.

YADDO GARDEN TOURS: Garden tours share the history of the Trask family, the mansion and history of the Yaddo gardens in Saratoga Springs. Docent-led tours begin at 11a.m. on Saturdays and Sundays from June 23through September 2.. Meet at the entrance to the gardens. Admission $10per person. For more information contact Yaddo at 518-5840746or www.yaddo.org.

Monday, Aug. 27

ALBANY COUNTY AIRPORT AUTHORITY: The Albany County Airport Authority will hold a Special Meeting on Monday, August 27, at 10:30 a.m. in the 2nd Floor Conference Room, Administration Building, Albany International Airport, Albany. BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Monday Cinema at 2:30p.m. spotlights popular films geared for adult audiences. A representative from Albany Community Action Partnership will talk about the process of applying for the Weatherization Assistance Program at 6:30p.m. 451 Delaware 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.

HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Shopping day; van leaves 9:30a.m. Be sure to sign up. Cribbage, 9a.m. Yoga, 10:30a.m. Cards. 69 Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-686-7561for more information.

OAKWOOD TWILIGHT TOUR: If you’ve never been on one of the Friends of Oakwood’s historical walking tours, here’s your chance to tour the cemetery after work in the dusky evening. Listen to fascinating stories as you visit lovely monuments for Civil War generals, the founding fathers of Troy and some residents newly added to the tour. Meet at the Earl Chapel at 6p.m. $15. per person payable on arrival by check or cash. Please register in advance. Call 518-328-0090with name, number of people and phone contact. Children under 12 are free.

SOUTHERN SARATOGA ART SOCIETY: The August meeting of SSAS will be held at 6:30p.m. on Monday, August 27, at the Clifton Park Senior Community Center, 6 Clifton Common Court and feature a demonstration of alcohol ink by artist Rita Helie. For more information about SSAS visit: southernsaratogaartist.com.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: Aerobics, 9:30a.m. Bowling at Uncle Sam Lanes, 12:30 p.m. Work out with Gym Guru “Ellio,” 1p.m. - 2:45 p.m. Troy Senior Center, 19 Third Street, Downtown Troy.

Tuesday, Aug. 28

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Would you like some

volunteer service hours? The library is looking for some teens to do some on-camera storytimes for the website, 10-11:45a.m. You do not have to be part of the summer volunteer program to participate. Sign up online at bethlehempubliclibrary.org or call 518-439-9314. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Tots Class, 10:30 a.m. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 279-4023or visit www.brunswicklibrary.org for more information. COMMUNITY COFFEE HOUR: Stephentown Memorial Library would like to invite all Stephentown (and surrounding areas) senior citizens to the Senior Coffee Hour every Tuesday at 1p.m. This is a time to gather with friends, enjoy some coffee and baked goods and participate in activities presented by Library staff member Maria Spear. Stephentown Memorial Library is located at 472NY-43in Stephentown.

DYKEN POND: Led by Leonard Tremblay, travel in a different direction each Tuesday in July and August to explore the many different habitats of Dyken Pond. 2-3miles each week from 1 p.m. - 3p.m. Free. Preregister for all events by email at dykenpond@gmail.com, or call 518-658-2055.

EARL CHAPEL TOURS: The spectacular Gardner Earl Chapel at Oakwood Cemetery, Troy’s “castle on the hill,” will be open for tours every Tuesday in August at 1p.m. and 2p.m. for just $8.per person.Children under 12are free. No registration required, but groups of eight or more are requested to call 518-221-7941for scheduling purposes.

EAST SIDE SENIORS: The East Side Seniors’ next meeting will be on August 28at 1p.m. at the American Post in Wynantskill.

All meetings are preceeded with the pledge to the Flag. Team 2will be the hosts/ hostess for lunch. Everyone is looking forward to the “PICNIC” on September 11at Paolo Lombardi’s, Bocci season begins on October 1at the ICC. Teams and more info will be announced at upcoming meetings. New members are always welcome. Bingo and games of choice follow the meeting and lunch. GRAFTON COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Teen Art Club, 4 p.m. - 5p.m. Family Game Night, 5p.m. 2455NY-2, Grafton. Visit www.graftoncommunitylibrary.org or call 518-279-0580for more information.

GRANT COTTAGE: In “June 12, 1863: The Day the War Stopped,” Oliver Batcheller of Saratoga, portrayed by Steve Trimm, will tell the story of John Hart of Schenectady, who commanded a Union gunboat on the Mississippi River, and the Southern town that honored him in 1863. 1p.m., U.S. Grant Cottage State Historic Site, 1000Mt. McGregor Road, Wilton. HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Card party day, 10:30a.m. 69Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-6867561for noon dinner reservations and more information. LANSINGBURGH EAGLES: The Lansingburgh Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie #3773will meet at 7p.m. on Tuesday, August 28, at their rooms located at 513Fifth Avenue, Troy.

NATIONAL MUSEUM OF DANCE: The National Museum of Dance is pleased to announce weekly public docent tours beginning Tuesday, June 26. Docent-led tours of the Museum’s temporary and permanent exhibitions will be held each Tuesday from 11:15a.m. to 12:30p.m. The tours are free of charge, no advance registration is necessary. Tours meet at

11:15a.m. in the Museum foyer at 99South Broadway, Saratoga Springs.

PALACE SUMMER MOVIE SERIES: The Palace Theater’s “Summer in the City” movie series, co-presented by SEFCU and Albany Medical Center, offers free familyfriendly movies on Tuesdays from July 10through August 28. The August 28feature is “Moana.” Doors open at noon with educational activities provided by Albany Med; the movie begins at 1p.m. Free popcorn and beverages are provided to children 12and under. The Palace is loacted at 19Clinton Avenue, Albany. POESTENKILL SENIORS: Weekly meetings every Tuesday at 1p.m. at the SullivanJones post in Poestenkill. All seniors are welcome. Coffee and refreshments are served after the meeting, following by Bingo and cards. The hall is handicapped accessible with sufficient parking. The Poestenkill Seniors have catered lunches, pizza, clamsteams, fish fries and luncheons at various restaurants, informational talks on senior safety and bus trips to casinos, theaters and other points of interest. Dues are $15a year.

RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Pre-school Storytime for ages 2-6, 11a.m. Siblings welcome. 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. SPEIGLE ELDERS BIRTHDAY LUNCHEON: The Speigle Elders’ annual birthday luncheon will be held at the Lakeview Inn on Crystal Lake in Averill Park on Tuesday, August 28. This drive-yourself event begins at noon. The menu includes salad, rolls, entree choice of Prime Rib, Baked Haddock or Eggplant Parmesan accompanied by starch and vegetable served family-style, with strawberry shortcake for dessert. Gloria Waters is accepting reservations (with entree choice) and payments at the August 22meeting. TROY PUBLIC LIBRARY CONCERT: Vocalists Dale Marie Hoagland and Chelsea Snyder join Guitarist Jeff Marks and Accordionist Rocco Anthony Jerry perform music by composers Christopher Cook, Dan Cooper, Michael Dilthey, Dale Marie Hoagland, Peter Jarvis and Gene Pritsker. 5:30p.m., Main branch, 100Second Street. 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. 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 270-5349to make a noon lunch reservation, or 270-5348for more information.

YADDO GHOST TOUR: Yaddo Ghost Tours are held every Tuesday during the Saratoga racing season. Meet in the parking lot at 5p.m. $10per person. For more information contact Yaddo at 518-5840746or www.yaddo.org.

Wednesday, Aug. 29

BACK TO SCHOOL CLOSET: The Back to School Closet located at Bethany Church, 21N. Lyons Avenue, Menands, is open Wednesday evenings from 6p.m. - 7:30p.m. through September 12and Saturday, September 8, from 9 a.m. - 10:30a.m. The Closet accepts all school items but especially needs two pocket folders, composition books, highlighters, Kleenex, dry erase markers, loose leaf paper binders and Ziploc bags in quart and gallon size. Contact Carol Darmetko at 518396-7580or Jean Parker at 518-527-9928if you want to drop off donations, or for further information. BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Frog Fun, 10a.m. Hop on over to the library for a froggy craft and episode of “The Magic School Bus.” For kids and families. 451 Delaware 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. EVERETT WAGAR SENIOR CENTER: The Everett Wagar Senior Center’s craft class for July will be held on Wednesday August 29, at 11a.m., sponsored by the BlueShield of Northeastern New York. All material will be supplied. Please stay for a nutritious lunch at noon for a suggested donation of $3. All Rensselaer County seniors welcome. Reservations are required for lunch and appreciated for crafts; call 518-279-3413. Rachael Hayes, licensed cosmetologist offers reduced priced manicures, pedicures or toe nail clipping on August 29. Please call the center at 518-279-3413for required appointments. FINANCIAL EDUCATION FOR KIDS: Using the book, “Joe the Monkey Saves for a Goal” by John Lanza, participants will make decisions about to spend, share and save money. Following reading and discussion, children will create their own save jar that they will keep to use for their own established financial goal. 10:30a.m., SEFCU Square, 7469State Street, Schenectady. The session is free, but registration is required. Please visit www.sefcu.com/financialeducation to reserve your seat today.

GRAFTON COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Tots Class, 10:30 a.m. Adult Book Club discusses “Pachinko” at 12:30 p.m. 2455NY-2, Grafton. Visit www.graftoncommunitylibrary.org or call 518-2790580for more information. GEOTHERMAL ENERGY OPEN HOUSE: There will be a Geothermal Energy Open House featuring a pioneering geothermal cooling and heating system on Wednesday, August 29, from 4:30 p.m. to 7p.m. at 33Schyler Drive, Poughkeepsie. There will be a short Power Point Presentation, a tour and technical staff present to answer questions. This is a free public event with free parking, food and beverages. RSVP by August 27to raconnors@yahoo.com, or call 518-781-4686or go to https://www.facebook.com/ events/304598140098141/ HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Bone Builders, 10:30a.m.; Exercise class 1 p.m. Motor vehicle available 10a.m. - 2p.m. Cards. 69 Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-686-7561for more information.

KARNER KIDS FILM FESTIVAL: The Karner Kids Film Festival will take place on Wednesday, August 29, at 6:30p.m. at the Albany Pine Bush Discover Center, 195New Karner Road, Albany. The Karner Kids Film Festival features Pine Bushthemed films of five minutes or less made by kids ages 10-17. This is a free event. Children under 18must be accompanied by an adult. While reservations are not required, knowing how many people are coming helps in planning, so please make reservations by calling 518456-0655or visiting www. AlbanyPineBush.org/events.