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TROY PUBLIC LIBRARY: The “Great American Read” TV series has increased readers’ interest in the 100titles nominated for America’s favorite book. During February the Troy Public Library offers an in-depth exploration of Charlotte Bronte’s “Jane Eyre,” concluding with a discussion led by retired Siena College professor Tom Bulger at 2p.m. on Saturday, February 23at the main library, 100Second Street. Copies of “Jane Eyre” will be available at the checkout desk. Free and open to the public; advance registration is recommended. To register, or for more information, call 518-274-7071or visit www. thetroylibrary.org.

Sunday, Feb. 24

COMMUNITY BALLROOM DANCE: This monthly dance at the Polish Community Center, Washington Avenue Extension, Albany, is open to the public and the community at large. It opens at 6:30p.m. with a free dance lesson by Eileen Spadaro. A special Showcase Dance will be performed by Herschel Allen and Wendy Hill at 8:30 p.m. There will be many mixers and a lady’s choice. The DJ for the evening is Brian Zapel. The charge for the inclusive evening is $12 per person. Sponsored by Singles Outreach. CONCERTS IN THE VILLAGE: On Sunday, February 24, Concerts in the Village (CITV) continues its 9th season with the Broad Street Orchestra and five exciting soloists from the Bard Graduate Vocal Arts Program. “Beauty! Texture! Emotion! A Century of Vocal and Orchestral Music from France, 1840-1940” includes seven remarkable works from the 19th and 20th centuries, for orchestra and for voice with orchestra, by Berlioz, Duparc, Chausson, Debussy, Canteloube, Ravel and Milhaud, conducted by CITV’s Artistic Director David Smith. 3 p.m., Kinderhook Reformed Church, 21Broad Street (US Route 9), Kinderhook. Handicapped accessible. A reception follows. Contribution $20.For further information and reservations please visit www.concertsinthevillage.org, or call 518-758-6869. GEM/MINERAL/FOSSIL SHOW: The New York State Museum hosts the 26th Annual James Campbell Memorial Gem, Mineral and Fossil Show & Sale from 10a.m. – 5p.m. on February 23-24. More than 30vendors will display gems, minerals, fossils and jewelry. Admission is $5(cash only); children 12 and under are free. All proceeds benefit the Museum’s mineral acquisition fund. Co-sponsored by the Capital District Mineral Club and the New York Academy of Mineralogy. For more information call 518-474-5877or visit www.nysm.nysed.gov. HEALING SERVICE: William M. Champine will conduct a Healing Service on Sunday, February 24, at 3p.m. at Romano’s Macaroni Grill, at the corner of 1Metro Park Road and Wolf Road, Colonie. Free admission; free will donation. For information, see www. williaminthelightofjesus.com or call (518) 237-6378. MYSTERY THEATER: The Lansingburgh Boys & Girls Club invites you to an afternoon of desserts, mystery and fun on “A Cruise to Die For,” presented by the Mystery Dinner Theater Players. Tickets $22. 2p.m., 5014th Avenue, Troy. Snow date March 3. For reservations or more information call 518235-4143.

PORK DINNER: Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 510 Albany Shaker Road., Loudonville holds a Pork Dinner on Sunday February 24, from 4 p.m. to 6:30p.m. Eat in or take out. $12for adults, $6 for children 6-12, under 6free. For more information call the church at 518-458-1562. THACHER NATURE CENTER: Shake off the cabin fever and take part in a snowshoe walk starting at 10a.m. Snowshoes are available for rental. If there’s no snow a winter hike will be held instead. Call 518-8720800to register and reserve

Have you ever felt that you knew something “inside out?” Have you felt things were “inside out” in a topsyturvy way? Storytellers Siri Allison, Claire Beetlestone, Betty Cassidy, Kate Dudding, Marni Gillard, Mary Murphy, Eliud Nieves and Sandy Schuman explore the very different meanings of the term. 2p.m., The Hearst Education Center at Proctor’s, 432State Street, Schenectady. Admission $12; groups of 8or more $8 per person. For more information call 518-383-4620, email kate@katedudding.com or visit StoryCircleAtProctors.org.

Monday, Feb. 25

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Intro to the Internet, 10a.m. – noon. This class for computer beginners goes over the basics of using the Internet, focusing primarily on the world wide web. Sign up online at bethlehempubliclibrary.org or call 518-439-9314. 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. FRENCH FILM FESTIVAL: The theme for the 2019 Williams College French Film Festival is “Transitions: Coming of Age in French and Francophone Adolescent Film.” The films redefine the coming-of-age story by privileging the perspectives of girls and young women whose experiences trouble expressions of identity, longing and belonging. The series concludes on Monday, February 25, with a 7p.m. screening of “Polina, danser sa vie” (Angelin Prljocaj and Valerie Müller, 2015) at Images Cinema, 50Spring Street, Williamstown MA. Free and open to the public. HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Cribbage 9a.m., Business meeting 12:45p.m. 69Church 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. - 2:45 p.m. Troy Senior Center, 19 Third Street, Downtown Troy.

Tuesday, Feb. 26

BLACK HISTORY MONTH FILM SERIES: “Glory” (1989). 5p.m., Albany Public Library Arbor Hill/ West Hill Branch, 148Henry Johnson Boulevard, Albany. BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Tots Class, 10:30 a.m. Fiction Book Club discusses “The All Girls Filling Station’s Last Reunion,” 6 p.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. EAST SIDE SENIORS: The next meeting of the East Side Seniors will be on Tuesday, February 26, starting at 1p.m. with the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence at the American Legion, Wynantskill. Team 4 hosts lunch. There will be no meeting if the Wynantskill schools are closed, and no bocce if the Troy schools are closed or delayed. HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Card party day, 10:30a.m. Van transportation available for local errands. 69Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-6867561for more information. NORTH GREENBUSH PUBLIC LIBRARY: Story Time with Mrs. Greene 11 a.m. North Greenbush Public Library, 141Main Avenue, Wynantskill. POESTENKILL HISTORICAL SOCIETY: Jack Casey, an avid history buff and attorney for the Town of Poestenkill, returns to the Poestenkill Historical Society on February 26to present “The Erie Canal.” 7p.m., Town Hall downstairs meeting room, Route 351. Free and open to the public; refreshments will be provided. 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, 1p.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 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.

TROY’S UNDERGROUND RAILROAD: Special guest speaker Paul Stewart of the Underground Railroad History Project tells the stories of the people important to the success of the Underground Railroad in the Capital District . 6p.m., Troy Public Library, 100Second Street. Free and open to the public; advance registration is recommended. For more information and to register, call 518-274-7071or visit www.thetroylibrary.org.

Wednesday, Feb. 27

BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Senior Bridge, 1p.m. Adult Yoga, 6p.m. 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 518-279-4023or visit www.brunswicklibrary.org for more information. GRAFTON COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Tots Class, 10:30 a.m. 2455NY-2, Grafton. Call 518-279-0580or visit www.graftoncommunitylibrary.org for more information.

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. INTERACTIVE MUSIC WORKSHOP: The Pilgrimage of African American Music History Project concludes a two-part interactive workshop series with live performances by local artists celebrating the contributions of African culture to American music. 6p.m. – 7:30p.m., Albany Public Library Howe Branch, 105Schuyler Street, Albany. Light refreshments provided. Register by calling 518-4729485.

MENANDS PUBLIC LIBRARY: Every Wednesday from 5:30p.m. - 6:30p.m. is Tech Advice Night at the Menands Public Library. Can’t figure out how to set up your new phone? Want to know what’s up with your data plan? Don’t know how 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 4 N. Lyons Avenue, Menands. For more information, call 518-463-4035.

SPEIGLE ELDERS: The Speigle Elders hold their first meeting of 2019at 12:30p.m. on Wednesday, February 27. The agenda includes a complimentary sub luncheon; collection for the monthly charity; payment of 2019-20dues and finalization of plans for the March 13Soup & Bread lunch. THRIFT SHOP: Johnsonville Methodist Church, 22Bridge Street, Route 40to Route 67East (look for the new sign at the corner) is open 9 a.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. WINDOW REPLACEMENT WORKSHOP: Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County offers a free Window Replacement training at Capital South Campus Center, 20Warren Street, Albany, on Wednesday, February 27, from 6p.m. – 8p.m. Workshop topics include lead poisoning prevention, tools needed, cost benefits and energy savings. Educational resources and free cleaning supplies will be provided to participants. Pre-registration is required. To register, or for more information, contact Al at ARK249@cornell.edu or 518-765-3529. Online registration is available at https://pub.cce.cornell.edu/event_ registration/main/ events.cfm?dept=201.

Thursday, Feb. 28

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Adobe Premiere Elements 2018training, 6:30p.m. – 8:30p.m. Learn how to create a professional looking video suitable for a variety of media. Sign up online at bethlehempubliclibrary.org or call 518-4399314.

BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Tots Class, 10:30 a.m. Knitting Group, 1p.m. STEAM, 4p.m. Financial Peace University, 6:30p.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. DUDLEY OBSERVATORY: Every Thursday, rain or shine, join miSci, the Museum of Innovation and Science, for “Evenings at the Dudley Observatory”. Educators from the Dudley Observatory at miSci will operate their 14-inch telescope inside the roll-top roof observatory, allowing visitors to see stars, planets, galaxies, and more each night. In the event of poor weather, there will be 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, 5p.m. 2455NY-2, Grafton. Call 518-279-0580or visit www. graftoncommunitylibrary.org for more information. HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Bingo, 12;45p.m. Cards. Van Transportation available. 69Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-6867561to reserve noon dinner or for more information. RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Teen Anime Club for ages 13-18, 5p.m. - 7 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 PUBLIC LIBRARY: Understanding Shakespeare Workshop: Act 1of “King Lear” with Tom Bulger. 6:30p.m. – 7:30p.m., 100 Second Street, Downtown Troy. Continues Thursdays through March 28. Copies of “King Lear” are available at the circulation desk. Free and open to the public; registration required. To register or for more information, call 518-274-7071or visit www. thetroylibrary.org.

Friday, March 1

BERKSHIRE SYMPHONY: The Williams College Department of Music presents the Berkshire Symphony, conducted by Ronald Feldman, in a program of music by Mendelssohn and Peter Maxwell Davies, with guest artist Haldan Martinson, violin, joining the orchestra for Max Bruch’s “Scottish Fantasy.” 8p.m., Chapin Hall, Williams College, Williamstown MA. Mr. Feldman will give a pre-concert talk at 7:15 p.m. in Brooks-Rogers Recital Hall, adjacent to the venue. For more information visit http://music.williams.edu. BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Winter Reading Challenge Finale. 5p.m., 4118State Highway 2, Troy. Call 518-279-4023or visit www.brunswicklibrary.org for more information. FIRST FRIDAY DEVOTIONAL SERVICES: St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church, located at 600State Street, Schenectady, will have Devotions to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, including Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, following the 12:15p.m. Mass on Friday, March 1.The public is cordially invited. The church is handicapped accessible and parking is available in the lot behind the church. For more information, call 518-3744466ext.13.

HOME & LIFESTYLE SHOW: Just in time for the mid-winter blahs to start giving way to spring fever, the Saratoga Springs Rotary Club Home & Lifestyle Show returns to the Saratoga Springs City Center on March 1-3. With free admission for all ages courtesy of the show’s major sponsor, The Adirondack Trust Company, this is an opportunity no one in the Capital Region can afford to miss. Friday hours are 5p.m.- 8p.m. at 522Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Visit https://www. saratoga.com/event/saratoga-home-show-85268/ for more information. HOOSICK FALLS SENIOR CENTER: Yoga 10:30a.m. Bingo 12:30p.m. Cards. 69Church Street, Hoosick Falls. Call 518-686-7561to reserve noon dinner or for more information.

Saturday, March 2

ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST: Poestenkill Christian Church, 721Snyder’s Road, holds its monthly All-YouCan-Eat Breakfast on Saturday, March 2, from 8a.m. - 11a.m. Adults $8, children under 10$3.50.

EPHS OUT LOUT: On Saturday, starting at 1p.m., Ephs Out Loud, a Williams College student-led initiative designed to promote community engagement and collaboration through music, offers musical crafts, facepainting, and an instrument petting zoo. From 1:15p.m. - 1:45p.m. there will be a workshop with the Williams College Choirs. At 2p.m. in Chapin Hall the Berkshire Symphony joins the party with music and fun for everyone. All events are free and in the Bernhard Music Center, Williams College, Williamstown MA. For more information visit http://music.williams.edu.