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Sunday, Jan. 13

ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST: Latham-Colonie Knights of Columbus hosts their January “All You Can Eat” breakfast on Sunday, January 13, from 8:30a.m. – 11:30a.m. at 328TroySchenectady Road, Latham. Adults $9, children 5-10$4, under 5free.

BACKYARD BIRDS: Fluff up your feathers and come to Mud Creek Environmental Learning Center to create your own bird feeder from recycled materials. By putting a feeder in your yard you can experience the birds of winter right outside your window. You’ll also learn about common backyard birds, feeding tips and ways to attract birds to your property, and take a stroll along the trail in search of birds. Noon – 1:30p.m., 1024 State Route 66, Ghent. This event is free, but registration is required. Please contact Pamela Price at 518-2673313by January 10at 1p.m. BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Knit One Purl One, 2 p.m. – 3p.m. for adults, teens, and kids age 9and up. If you’re an experienced knitter, bring your current project. If you’re a beginner, bring size 8knitting needles and the library will provide yarn to get you started. 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar.

BHUTAN PRESENTATION: On Sunday, January 13, the Friends of the Kinderhook Memorial Library host a slide presentation by Wendy Power Spielmann on her recent visit to Bhutan, the only surviving all-Buddhist nation in the Himalayan region and the country that pioneered the concept of gross national happiness. 3p.m., Meeting Room, Kinderhook Memorial Library, 18Hudson Street,Kinderhook. A brief Friends meeting will precede the presentation. Refreshments will be served. CAPITAL DISTRICT HUMANIST SOCIETY: Former state administrative law judge (ALJ) Frank S. Robinson discusses “Consciousness, Self and Free Will,” based partly on Daniel Dennett’s book “Freedom Evolves.” Robinson’s talk addresses such issues as what it really means to have or feel you have a self and whether neuroscience reveals the self and free will to be illusions. His 1:15p.m. presentation follows a 12:30p.m. meet and mingle at Room 224of the Albany Sage Colleges Campus, New Scotland Avenue and Academy Road, Albany. Free and open to the public. For details and directions call 518-533-2666or visit www. humanistsociety.org.

I/O FEST: The Williams College Department of Music presents I/O Fest ‘19, a four day festival of new music from January 10– 13. IOut Loud performs “All Ears,” a special one-hour family concert featuring musicians from Williams College at 1p.m. at the Clark Art Institute Conforti Pavilion. Out of the Box, “Sequential,” brings together the Axxea Quartet and the Williams Percussion Ensemble in music for string quartet, percussion and electronics by Tristan Perich. 3p.m., Clark Art Institute Conforti Pavillion, Williamstown MA. All events are free and open to the public. For more information call the concert hotline at 413-597-3146or visit http:// music.williams.edu. MONTHLY BREAKFAST (VALLEY FALLS): VFW Post 1938, Poplar Avenue, Valley Falls, serves its monthly breakfast on Sunday, January 13, from 8a.m. – 11a.m. Admission $8, children 5-12 $4, under 5free.

POLISH FEST: Authentic Polish food (perogies, kielbasa, sauerkraut, galumpki, apple cake) and live music. 2p.m. – 6p.m., Colonie Elks Lodge #2192, 11Elks Lane, Latham. $20per person. Advance tickets required by January 9. For more information call 518785-3557.

THACHER NATURE CENTER: Thom Engel’s “Caves 101,” presentation at 2p.m. covers everything you always wanted to know about caves, but were afraid to ask. His talk is minimally technical with only three related chemical equations and one graph, plus a lot of pictures. Call 518-872-0800 for more information.

Monday, Jan. 14

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Daybooks discusses “Less” by Andrew Sean Greer, 1:30p.m. Copies of the book are available at the informa- tion desk; ask about availability of large-print, audio or downloadable copies. The Library board meeting at 6 p.m. is open to the public. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Senior Bridge Club, 1p.m. Adult Yoga, 6p.m. 4118 State Highway 2, Troy. Call 518-279-4023or visit www. brunswicklibrary.org for more information.

HONOR A DECEASED VETERAN: The Rensselaer County Honor a Deceased Veteran Program honors Thomas J. Gaynor on January 14at 8:30a.m. in the Legislative Chambers, third floor, County Office Building, 1600Seventh Avenue, Troy. Gaynor was a Surgical Technician in the U.S. Army during World War II, earning medals and awards including the Asiatic-Pacific Service medal, the American Service Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal and the World War II Victory Medal. After his service, he worked for the N.Y.S. Department of Motor Vehicles, served as a manager and coach for the Troy Central Little League, and as a Democratic committeeman for Troy’s 13th Ward. For more information, contact the Rensselaer County Veterans Service Agency at 518-2702760.

HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Cribbage 9a.m., Yoga 10:30a.m. Cards. 69 Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-686-7561for more information.

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

Tuesday, Jan. 15

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Sign up for a Chess Club session between 5:30 p.m. – 6:30p.m. and try your hand with the library’s teen volunteers. All experience levels are welcome. For grades K-5. 451Delaware 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. BUDGETING BASICS: A

spending plan is an important part of financial planning because it helps you manage your money in a positive manner so you can reach your financial goals. “How to Grow Your Dough with a Personal Spending Plan” features steps for developing your own spending plan, determining fixed expenses, flexible spending and financial goals. 6p.m. – 7:30p.m., SEFCU Atrium, 700Patroon Creek Boulevard, Albany. Reservations are required; visit www. sefcu/financialeducation to reserve your spot. 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 1 p.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.

HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Crafts, 9:30a.m. Card party day, 10a.m. Van transportation available for local errands. 69Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-686-7561for more information.

NORTH GREENBUSH PUBLIC LIBRARY: Story Time with Mrs. Greene 11 a.m. North Greenbush Public Library, 141Main Avenue, Wynantskill. POESTENKILL SENIORS: Weekly meetings every Tuesday at 1p.m. at the Sullivan-Jones 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. RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Pre-K Storytime, 11a.m. Computer Help, 1 p.m. to 3p.m. Drop in and get help with a computer, phone or other device, and get your questions answered. Special Halloween treats put together by the library staff will be served to kids and teens at 3p.m. 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: Are you starting to think about home ownership. Much of the language used in real estate transactions is foreign to most buyers, while many are uncertain of whether they’d qualify for a home purchase. The Troy Public Library at 100Second Street hosts a presentation by several guest speakers who will cover what’s involved from start to finish in purchasing a home in order to minimize the stress and fear factor associated with the home-buying process. The 6p.m. program is free, but advanced registration is required. To register, or for more information, please call 518-274-7071or visit 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 2705349to make a noon lunch reservation, or 270-5348 for more information

Wednesday, Jan. 16

to get pictures onto your computer? The library’s resident digital native, Ted, can help. Appointments aren’t necessary, but they are recommended. The Menands Public Library is located at 4N. Lyons Avenue, Menands. For more information, call 518-4634035.

MINDFUL PRACTICES GROUP: All (including Beginners) are welcome; meditation instruction is available. The meeting format includes walking and sitting meditation, dharma presentation, and sharing dharma-related experiences. 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. MYSTERY BOOK CLUB: Start the new year at the Cohoes Public Library with the Mystery Book Club and “The Zig Zag Girl,” the first in Elly Griffith’s Magic Men Mysteries set in 1950 Brighton. 10:30a.m. , 169 Mohawk Street #2. Open to everyone. Find out more at www.CohoesPublicLibrary. org under “Book Club.” OPEN ENROLLMENT ASSISTANCE: During the Open Enrollment period for New York State of Health, join the Troy Public Library at 100Second Street, downtown Troy, from 2p.m. – 5p.m. on Wednesdays from December 19through January 30to explore your options. Health Insurance Navigators will be on hand to help you apply while looking at the tax credits you may be eligible for to lower the cost of health insurance. This program is free and open to the public, but registration is necessary. To make an appointment, or for more information, call 518416-6463or email jdavis@ ppefny.org.

THRIFT SHOP: Johnsonville Methodist Church, 22Bridge Street, Route 40to Route 67East (look for the new sign at the corner) is open 9a.m. - noon Wednesdays and the first Saturday of each month with housewares, decorative items, linens, toys, over 1,000books, shoes, jewelry and lots of clothing, including winter coats and accessories.

Thursday, Jan. 17

AMERICAN ITALIAN HERITAGE MUSEUM: The cultural presentation topic at this month’s business meeting is “How Dante Invented Modern Italian,” presented by Marino D’Orazio, Ph. D. Please bring dessert for the reception that follows. 7p.m. – 9p.m., 1227Central Avenue, Albany. Free and open to the public. For more information call 518-435-1979, email info@ americanitalianmuseum.org, or visit www.americanitalianmuseum.org. BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Listen to the music of beloved 1960s bossa nova singer Astrud Gilberto and discuss her continuing influence. 7p.m., 451Delaware Avenue, Delmar. BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Financial Peace University nine-week course starts January 17at 6:30p.m. Call the library to register. Tots Class, 10:30 a.m. Knitting Circle, 1p.m. – 2:30p.m. STEAM, 4p.m. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 518-279-4023or visit www.brunswicklibrary.org for more information. CORNER SHOPPE: The Corner Shoppe at Cornerstone Community Church, 570Third Avenue, North Troy is open every Thursday and Saturday, 9a.m. – 1p.m. Visit www.facebook.com/ CornerstoneChurchintheburgh for more information or call 518-235-3851. hands-on activities indoors. The observatory at 15Nott Terrace, Schenectady, will be open from 6:30p.m. – 8 p.m. through March 7, 2019. miSci galleries will be open continuously from 9a.m. until the observatory closes. Access to the observatory or activities is free with museum admission ($12Adult, $10Senior, $8Child, free for miSci members). GRAFTON COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Adult Yoga, 5 p.m. 2455NY-2, Grafton. Call 518-279-0580or visit www.graftoncommunitylibrary.org for more information.

HEALTH INSURANCE NAVIGATORS: During the Open Enrollment period for New York State of Health, explore your options at the Troy Public Library’s Lansingburgh Branch on January 3, 17and 31. Health Insurance Navigators will be on hand to help you choose and apply for the insurance plan that best meets your healthcare needs and show you tax credits you may be eligible for to lower insurance costs. The program is free but registration is necessary. To make an appointment call 845-514-7359 or email lbelman@ppefny. org. 10a.m. – noon, 27114th Street, Troy.

HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Smart Food Ideas, 11a.m. Cards. Van Transportation available. 69Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-686-7561to reserve noon dinner or for more information.

MASONS: The ApolloKing Solomon’s Masonic Lodge #13F.& A.M. meets on Thursday, January 17, at 7:30p.m. at the Troy Masonic Community Center, 39 Brunswick Road. A Masonic Entered Apprentice Degree will be conferred on a class of candidates. A social hour at 5:30p.m. and dinner at 6:30p.m. will precede the program. Refreshments will be served following the meeting.

RENSSELAER EAGLES: Rensselaer Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie #4446will meet on Thursday, January 17, at 6:30p.m. at their rooms at 851Broadway, Rensselaer. RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Teen Anime Club for ages 13-18, 4p.m. - 6 p.m. Drop in and get help with a computer, phone or other device, and get your questions answered from 5:30p.m. – 7p.m. 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, http://www.facebook.com/ RensselaerLibrary.

TROY HOUSING AUTHORITY: A meeting of the Members of Troy Housing Authority will be held on Thursday, January 17, at 4:30p.m. at the Martin Luther King Apartments, 1 Eddy’s Lane, Troy. Persons with a hearing impairment may contact THA through the Relay Service Line at 711 or 1-800-662-1220.

TROY PUBLIC LIBRARY: Understanding Shakespeare: “Twelfth Night” with Tom Bulger. 6:30p.m., 100 Second Street, Troy. Copies of “Twelfth Night” will be available at the circulation desk. This workshop is free and open to the public, but registration is necessary. To register, or for more information, call 5418-274-7071 or visit www.thetroylibrary. org.

Friday, Jan. 18

ALBANY SHINDIG: Shindig season kicks off with live music by John Kirk, Trish Miller and Joel Rosenberger, with dances called by John and Trish. Easy to learn longways (roots of contra), folk, circle and square dances are featured. Yummy treats at the break are generously provided by Honest Weight Food Coop. 7:15p.m. – 9:30p.m., First Congregational Church of Albany, 405Quail Street. Suggested donation $8per dancer, students and DanceFlurry Org members $5, children under 12$2. For more information call 518-482-9255or email paul@homespun.biz. 279-4023or visit www. brunswicklibrary.org for more information. HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Yoga at 10:30 a.m. Bingo at 12:30p.m. Cards. 69Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-6867561to reserve noon dinner or for more information. MUSIC BINGO: Music bingo covers the music of the 1960s to the present day. $5per person. Food and drinks available for purchase beginning 6p.m. Play begins 7:30p.m. at Colonie Elks Lodge #2192, 11Elks Lane, Latham. Call 518-785-3557 for more information. WESTERN SQUARE DANCE: The Schoharie Valley Hayshakers will hold a mainstream level western square dance on Friday, January 18, from 7:30p.m. – 10p.m. at the Middleburgh Elementary School cafeteria. Ray Taylor is the caller. For more information call 518-827-4894.

Saturday, Jan. 19

ALONG OLD HAYES ROAD: Depending on conditions, hike or snowshow from Rensselaer Land Trust’s Robert Ingalls Preserve to Rensselaer Plateau Alliance’s Albert Family Community Forest along the banks of Black Brook and on a long-abandoned section of Hayes Road, passing an abandoned mill site, remains of long-gone homesteads and a seldom-traveled forest. Meet at the Albert Family Community Forest parking lot, 120Hayes Road, East Nassau, at 10a.m. $5 suggested donation at the door. Register in advance with Peter Wood at peterrmapleacres@gmail.com. FRENCH-LANGUAGE FILM SCREENING: “Henri Henri”(Canada, 2014). in French with English subtitles. 1p.m., Troy Public Library, 100Second Street. Troy. Free and open to the public. As a courtesy, call the library at 518-274-7071 to reserve a seat. Presented by La Fédération FrancoAméricaine du New York (www.albanyareafrenchclub.com).

FRIENDS OF WATERFORD LIBRARY: The Friends of the Waterford Public Library will meet to discuss and plan 2019-20events and fundraising activities on Saturday, January 19, at 10:30a.m. in the Community Room at Van Schoonhoven Square, Waterford, weather permitting. Members of the community interested in participating and joining the Friends are invited to attend.

MENANDS PUBLIC LIBRARY: Story time is 1 p.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 4 N. Lyons Avenue, Menands. For more information, call 518-463-4035. RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Messy Art for Teens, 12:30p.m. Teens ages 13-18will create a marbleized painting using messy technique. Please call 518-462-1193to sign up. 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, http://www.facebook.com/ RensselaerLibrary.

TROY PUBLIC LIBRARY: The “Great American Read” TV series has sparked readers’ interest in the 100titles nominated as contenders for America’s favorite book. Join the Troy Public Library for in-depth explorations of several books from the top 100list. During January 2019the library will focus on Oscar Wilde’s “The Picture of Dorian Gray,” concluding with a January 19discussion of the novel with Tom Bulger at 2p.m. at the main branch, 100Second Street. Copies of the book will be available at the checkout desk throughout the month. The program is free and open to the public; advance registration is required. To register or for more information, call the library at 518-274-7071 or go to www.thetroylibrary. org. group of 75singers from grades 4-12that meets weekly and performs annually with the Albany Symphony and Albany Pro Musica. Auditions for Spring 2019will take place on January 19from 9:30a.m. – noon at Farnsworth Middle School, 6072State Farm Road, Guilderland, where rehearsals are held Saturdays from 9:30a.m. – noon. For more information or to schedule an appointment contact Mrs. Mary Redmond at CDYC123@gmail.com.

Sunday, Jan. 20

BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH: Annual Martin Luther King service with guest preacher Rev. George Whitfield of 5th Avenue AME Zion Church. 4p.m., 21655th Avenue, Troy. BREAKFAST BUFFET: The Cohoes Knights of Columbus serve their All You Can Eat Breakfast Buffet from 8:30a.m. – 11:30a.m. at 255Remsen Street, Cohoes. Adults $8, children under 5 free.

ENGLISH COUNTRY DANCE: Escape the frenzy of the 21st century and experience the beauty of 18th century dancing, slow and graceful in sync with beautiful classical music. Dances will be taught and called by professional callers to live music by the Heartsease band. Beginners welcome; no partners needed. Please wear clean, flat, soft-soled shoes. 2p.m. – 5p.m., Christ Church United Methodist, 35State Street, Troy. For more information visit danceflurry.org/recd. HEALING SERVICE: William M. Champine will conduct a Healing Service on Sunday, January 20, from 3p.m. – 5p.m. at Knights of Columbus, 255Remsen Street, Cohoes. Free admission, free will donation. For more information call 518237-6378or visit www.williaminthelightofjesus.com. HUDSON CROSSING WINTERFEST: The theme for the third annual Hudson Crossing Park Winterfest is “Han Snowlo: A Winterfest Story.” The public is invited to join the Rebel forces for “Return of the Sled-I” sledding and “Empire STRIKES Back” snow bowling. Other events include a cold water rescue demonstration by the Schuylerville Fire Department, a Birding for Beginners guided walk, an ice harvesting presentation, horse-drawn sled rides and a Crazy Hat Head contest. It all takes place from noon – 3p.m. at Hudson Crossing Park, just outside Schuylerville on Historic Route 4. The “No Snow” date is February 17. For more information visit www.hudsoncrossingpark.org.

LUNAR ECLIPSE PARTY: Join the Dudley Observatory late into the night of Sunday, January 20, for a Super Blood Wolf Moon Eclipse Party at miSci – the Museum of Innovation and Science. The event includes eclipse viewing through telescopes, hands-on activities, planetarium shows and much more. The eclipse will be livestreamed in the event of cloudy weather. 9 p.m. – 2a.m., 15Nott Terrace Heights, Schenectady. $16per person includes admission to miSci and all activities. miSci members get 50% off admission. Planetarium show 46. Preregister at https://conta. cc.2RupOHg. Overnight discount packages including eclipse admission are available from the Double Tree across the street. Use code MSC or mention the lunar eclipse when booking your room. See http://group. doubletree.com/miscilunareclipseevent.

USA DANCE: Join the NYS Capital District Chapter of USA Dance for their monthly ballroom dance, starting with a free American-style Rhumba lesson with Ron Tritto from 6:15p.m. – 7 p.m., followed with three hours of dancing with music provided by Tritto and a dance demonstration by Annabelle Bartock-Bartlett and Michael Polishchuk of Dance Fire Studios. Light refreshments and a cash bar are provided. Polish Community Center, 225Washington Avenue, Albany. Non-members $13, members $10, students $5, ages 18and under free. For more information contact Jim DeForge at capitalusadance@gmail. com or visit http://capitalusadance.com.

Monday, Jan. 21

BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Senior Bridge Club, 1p.m. Adult Yoga, 6 p.m. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 518-279-4023or visit www.brunswicklibrary. org for more information. HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: The Hoosick Falls Senior Center is closed on January 21for Martin Luther King Day. Call 518-6867561for more information. MASONS: The Mount Zion Masonic Lodge #311F.& A.M. meets on Monday, January 21, at 7:30p.m. at the Troy Masonic Community Center, 39Brunswick Road. The theme for the evening is the Prince Hall Historic Lecture and the History of People of Color in Masonry. Refreshments will be served following the meeting.

MLK BREAKFAST: Annual Martin Luther King Breakfast featuring “Youth Build Students” with Natalie Merchant. 8a.m., Franklin Terrace, Troy. $22in advance, $25at the door. Call 518-274-4303for more information.

TEA & TISANE: The Troy Public Library hosts a tea workshop and tasting featuring Teaologist Matthew from Short and Stout Tea in Guilderland, who will discuss the history and basics of tea. 6p.m., 100 Second Street, downtown Troy. This program is free, but advanced registration is required. To register, or for more information, call the library at 518-274-7071or visit www.thetroylibrary.org. 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, Jan. 22

BRAIN FOOD FOR THE CURIOUS: New York State Museum historians and scientists share their knowledge and research in a series of lunchtime talks this winter. On Tuesday, January 22, Curator of Historical Archaeology Dr.Michael Lucas uses cowrie shells and bilboes (iron restraints) from the historical archaeology collections to discuss their role in the transatlantic slave trade and how some were reinterpreted as symbols of freedom. 12:10 p.m. – 12:40p.m., Huxley Theater, New York State Museum, 222Madison Avenue, Albany. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own lunch.

BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Tots Class, 10:30a.m. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 279-4023 or 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 1 p.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.

EAST SIDE SENIORS: The East Side Seniors’ next meeting will be on January 22at 1 p.m. at the American Legion Post in Wynantskill. Team 3will host the lunch. Signups will continue for the June 9-14trip to Wildwood NJ. Nominations for offices are welcomed and encouraged. Any snow delay or cancellation for the Troy Schools will cancel bocce. Please note that all dues must be paid by January 31.

LANSINGBURGH EAGLES: The Lansingburgh Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie #3773 meets on Tuesday, January 8, at 7p.m. at their rooms located at 513Fifth Avenue, North Troy.

NORTH GREENBUSH PUBLIC LIBRARY: Story Time with Mrs. Greene 11 a.m. North Greenbush Public Library, 141Main Avenue, Wynantskill.