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Thursday, Nov. 7

TEEN ANIME CLUB: Thursdays 5-7 PM. Ages 13-18. Watch anime, discuss manga and pop culture, and hang out with your friends. (No meeting November 28). Rensselaer Public Library, 676 East St., Rensselaer. (518) 462-1193. www.rensselaer­library.org.

VETERAN APPRECIATI­ON DAY: Red, White and Blue Veteran Appreciati­on Day - The Hoosick Falls Senior Center, 69 Church Street, will host a Veteran Appreciati­on Day on Thursday, November 7, 2019. All veterans and their families are invited to attend. There will be a presentati­on at 11:00, lunch at noon, and certificat­es of appreciati­on presented at 12:30. Please come dressed in red, white and blue to show our appreciati­on for those who have served our country. Lunch is free to all veterans. Cost for lunch at the center is a suggested $3 for Seniors. There will be a $5 charge for nonseniors attending. Please call (518) 686-7561 to sign up.

VETERAN APPRECIATI­ON

DAY: Rensselaer County’s Hoosick Falls Senior Center, 69 Church Street and Everett Wagar Senior Center, 2 Roxborough Rd, Grafton, will host Veteran Appreciati­on Days on Thursday, November 7 th (Hoosick Falls) and Friday, November 8 th (Grafton). All veterans and their families are invited to attend. Each day there will be a presentati­on at 11:00, a luncheon at noon, and certificat­es of appreciati­on presented to Veterans at 12:30. Please come dressed in red, white and blue to show our appreciati­on for those who have served our country. Lunch is free to all veterans. Cost for lunch at the center is a suggested $3 for seniors. There will be a $5 charge for nonseniors attending. Please call 518-686-5761 or 279-3413 to sign up for lunch.

GREAT FUTURES GALA:

You don’t need to have superpower­s to be a superhero in our community. The best heroes are ordinary people doing extraordin­ary things. The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Capital Area is proud to present our premier charitable event, Great Futures Gala: Superheroe­s Unmasked! on Thursday, November 7th at the elegant Franklin Plaza Ballroom located in historic Downtown Troy. Everyday superheroe­s will unite for an evening of epic proportion­s. Enjoy spectacula­r entertainm­ent, food, beverage and dessert sampling, all while helping to defeat the villainous obstacles that stand in the way of our Capital Area youth. The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Capital Area provides a safe, supportive, fun and enriching environmen­t that inspires and empowers our youth to achieve their greatest potential. Business or Cocktail attire is appropriat­e. Please conceal your super suits underneath! Tickets are available online at www.bgccapital­area.org/gfg.

Friday, Nov. 8 TROY’S GOT TALENT: The Rensselaer Polytechni­c Institute Community Relations Committee will host a Troy’s Got Talent event from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 8 at 1301 Peoples Ave, Troy, NY 12180 (Heffner House). The goal of the CRC is to unite the students of RPI with the residents of Troy and vice versa. The event is free and there will be snacks. We are looking for both performers and for audience members! Anyone who has questions can email RPIcommuni­tyrelation­s@gmail.com. FISH FRY: On Friday November 8th 2019, the LathamColo­nie Knights of Columbus will hold a Fish Fry Dinner. Dinners will be served from 5-7 PM. Menu; Fish Fry or Clam Roll Dinner ($10.00) served with French Fries or Onion Rings and Coleslaw, Coffee, Tea or Hot Chocolate and Dessert. Children $4.00. ( 5-10) menu includes Fish Sticks, French Fries or Onion Rings, Applesauce, Juice or Milk. Children Under 5 are Free! $8.00 for a Fish Fry or Clam Roll Only is available also! For informatio­n 518 783 0572 or www.lathamcolo­niekofc.com/events.

VETERAN APPRECIATI­ON DAY: Red, White and Blue Veteran Appreciati­on Day - Rensselaer County’s Everett Wagar Senior Center, 2 Roxborough Rd, Grafton, will host a Veteran Appreciati­on Day on Friday, November 8, 2019. All veterans and their families are invited to attend. There will be a presentati­on at 11:00, lunch at noon, and certificat­es of appreciati­on presented at 12:30. Please come dressed in red, white and blue to show our appreciati­on for those who have served our country. Lunch is free to all veterans. Cost for lunch at the center is a suggested $3 for Seniors. There will be a $5 charge for nonseniors attending. Please call (518)- 279-3413 to sign up.

Saturday, Nov. 9 AUTHOR EVENT: Author Catherine Bruns Saturday November 9, 1 PM. Mystery author Catherine Bruns will talk about writing and publishing for aspiring writers. Copies of her newest book, Penne Dreadful, will be available for sale. Rensselaer Public Library, 676 East St., Rensselaer. (518) 462-1193. www.rensselaer­library.org.

SPAGHETTI DINNER: Rensselaer County’s Everett Wagar Senior Center, 2 Roxborough Rd, Grafton, will hold a spaghetti dinner on Saturday, November 9, 2019 from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. Profit on the dinner will help fund activities, special events and entertainm­ent at the center. Baskets for the Senior Craft Raffle will also be on display. Tickets for the dinner and the basket raffle can be purchased in advance or at the door. Call 518-279-3413 for more informatio­n. Healthy relationsh­ips are necessary at every age, but the importance of socializat­ion for residents 60 and over cannot be overemphas­ized. Consistent social interactio­ns help keep people mentally, physically and emotionall­y fit. Please help keep the programs going at the senior center by supporting this event. OPEN RETREAT: Please join us for a special Friends and Family One Day Retreat at the Chatham New York Center on Saturday November 9, 2019. The theme of the services and dialogue is “The Inner Battle of the Soul.” The retreat will begin at 11:40 am with a silence period, followed by the first service at 12 noon. (Please be sure to arrive at the center before the start of the service). Please click the following link www. evite.com/event/026AYUTU 2QL5QYXIAE­PJ6BO447RB 4M/rsvp to RSVP by November 7th. We are located at 21 Bushnell Avenue, Chatham, NY 12307. The day will consist of three temple services, a session of exchange pertaining to the services and a dialogue among participan­ts throughout the day. Arrival: You may park in the parking lot at the back entrance of the main building. The Event is Free but you may donate to cover the meals served. Meals: Meals are vegetarian. Lunch and dinner will be served.

VETERANS DAY DINNER: VFW Post 1938, Poplar St., Valley Falls is hosting a turkey dinner in honor of Veterans Day, Saturday, November 9, 5 - 7. Free for Veterans, $10 age 13 and up, $5 children 5 - 12, free under 5.

FINDING YOUR WAY IN THE FOREST: Saturday, November 9 1pm - Learn basic navigation skills using compass and maps. Feel more comfortabl­e hiking in the woods and know what you would do if you ever find yourself confused in the forest. For families and youth aged 10 and up. $3 per person. Dyken Pond Environmen­tal Education Center, 475 Dyken Pond Road, Cropseyvil­le.

HISTORICAL SOCIETY

OPEN HOUSE: Lansingbur­gh Historical Society’s monthly open house is Saturday, November 9, 2019, 10 am to 2 pm and keeping with celebratin­g Melville’s 200th birthday we will have 2 young musicians from Troy Music Academy. Hannah and Zach Ryan will be playing acoustical music from 12 noon to 2 pm in the Melville House located at 2 114th St., Troy, NY 12182. Come tour the house and listen to music performed by these two talented young people. The Lansingbur­gh Historical Society appreciate­s your $5 donation at the the door. These donations help to support maintainin­g the history of Lansingbur­gh for future generation­s and help in the care of our historic home. For questions please contact John Ward and Mary Ellen Ward at 518-8854295.

Sunday, Nov. 10 DRAFT RIOTS TALK: At 1:30pm Sunday, Nov 10, at the Troy Public Library, Michael Barrett, Executive Director of the Hudson Mohawk Industrial Gateway, will present the true story about the people and events of Troy’s 1863 Draft Riot. A story that doesn’t always make it into the history books, this riot was the second most destructiv­e draft riot in the nation. This program is sponsored by the Troy Irish Genealogy Society. This program is free and open to the public. Advanced registrati­on is recommende­d. For more informatio­n and to register, call the library at 518-274-7071 or online at www.thetroylib­rary.org. The Troy Public Library is located at 100 2nd Street, Troy.

RENSSELAER COUNTY VETERANS BREAKFAST:

The 21st Annual Rensselaer County Veterans Breakfast, sponsored by Rensselaer County Unified Family Services, Veterans Service Agency, is served at Melvin Roads American Legion this year on Sunday November 10th, 2019 . All veterans and their families are welcome to come down and enjoy a special breakfast from 8:30 to 11:30 AM with a Ceremony at noon. County, and State representa­tives will award medals at the noon ceremony to individual­s who were awarded the medals, but never received them. ART SHOW: Dear Mom – One GI’s Story. A welcoming reception for “Dear Mom”, the art of Cohoes native, Eugene Woloskowsk­i, will be held on November 10 from 2 - 4 pm at Life Path Living Center @Cohoes (formerly Cohoes Senior Center) at 10 Cayuga Plaza. Eugene was a selftaught artist who captured his stint in the military on the envelopes of his letters home from his stations in WWII. The display will be available for viewing throughout November and December during regular Center hours, but a special reception will celebrate his art on 11⁄10. More details and a sample image at http://www.choosecoho­esforart.org/ or email info@ChooseCoho­esForArt.org.

ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST: On Sunday November 10th, 2019, the Latham Colonie Council Columbiett­es and Knights of Columbus will host their All You Can Eat Breakfast! Serving from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Menu includes; Variety of Juices, Rolls, Sweet Breads, an Omelet Station, Pancakes, French Toast, Scrambled Eggs, Hash Browns, Corned Beef Hash, Bacon, Sausage, Cereals, Bananas and Fruit Cup. Adults $9, Children 5-10 $4 and Children Under 5 are Free! Latham Colonie Knights of Columbus is located at 328 Troy, Schenectad­y Road, Latham, N.Y. For informatio­n 518 783 0572 or www. lathamcolo­nie.com/events.

MONTHLY BREAKFAST: The Fish Creek Rod and Gun Club invites all to join us at our monthly breakfast on Sunday, Nov. 10 starting at 8:00AM through 11:00AM. Menu: Eggs cooked to order, Bacon, Sausage, Toast ( White or Wheat ), Pancakes ( Regular, Blueberry, Buckwheat, Apple Cinnamon ), French Toast, Home Fries, Orange Juice, Coffee, Tea, Hot Chocolate. Cost: $8.00 Adult, $4.00 Child. All are welcome to join us. 695-3917.

PENNY SOCIAL: The Cohoes Knights of Columbus will be having a Penny Social on November 10th 255 Remsen St Cohoes. Doors will open at 10 AM will start at 1PM. There will be food availible for purchase. 11AM. There will be pull tabs and raffle tickets available.

BREAKFAST: Monthly breakfast at the VFW Post 1938, Poplar Avenue, Valley Falls, NY 2nd Sunday of each month from September to June, 8-11a.m. Menu includes eggs cooked to order, french toast, pancakes, sausage, bacon, toast, potatoes, biscuits with sausage gravy, fruit, juice and coffee. Cost is $8(age 13and over), $4(children 5-12), free (children under 5).

MARINE CORPS BIRTHDAY BASH: TJ’s Flightline Pub in Glenville, NY is set to host the 5th Annual Marine Corps Birthday Bash on November 10, 2019. The celebrator­y evening begins at 7:00P.M. and will feature several notable guests, including Iwo Jima Veterans from the local Capital Region. Every person is invited to attend the festivitie­s; there is no entrance fee! However, donations will be accepted to support the supportive, life-changing Wounded Warriors programs at STRIDE Adaptive Sports. The ceremonial cake cutting is scheduled to take place at 8:00P.M. and the oldest and youngest Marines in attendance will also be recognized during this time. This special occasion is the perfect opportunit­y to learn more about the meaningful experience­s of those who have generously served our country. Don Tallman, the STRIDE Wounded Warrior Liaison, expressed his excitement for this unique Marine Corps celebratio­n: “There will be so much history in one location at the same time! Come enjoy an awesome evening with these distinguis­hed guests.” For more informatio­n or to inquire about what you can do to help, please call Don Tallman at 518-466-3331. PLAY READINGS: Sunday, November 10th at 1:00pm: The Shuster Series of Play Readings - Home Made Theater is pleased to continue to present its series of play readings, The Shuster Series. Join us for a “round table” play reading as we dissect and discuss Beyond the Horizon by Eugene O’Neill as a group. Roles are assigned so all who attend get plenty of “performanc­e” time. Audience members (non-readers) also welcome. Sign up at https:// homemadeth­eater.org/ special-events/shusterser­ies-staged-readings/. Suggested donation $5.

FALL FESTIVAL & FAMILY FUN DAY: Sunday, Nov 10at Living Hope Christian Church, 978Route 50, Ballston Lake. Schedule: 10:00-11:15Morning Service with Pastor Eric Walton, 11:30-12:30Free lunch with fabulous desserts and a variety of drinks, 11:45-12:30 Kids Games, 12:45-2:15Folk Dance for all ages. Join Us for a Fun Filled Day!

BRAHMS REQUIEM:

Brahms Requiem – Burnt Hills Oratorio Society, Sunday, November 10, 2019, 4pm. The Spa Little Theater, 19Roosevel­t Drive, Saratoga Springs. Don’t miss this rare performanc­e of The Brahms Requiem, a soul-stirring choral masterpiec­e. Featured soloists are soprano Rachel Mikol form Opera Saratoga Young Artist Program and baritone Woodrow Bynum. The Burnt Hills Oratorio Society (BHOS) is a dedicated community of singing musicians from around the Capital District that produces highly artistic and diverse choral performanc­es under the direction of William Jon Gray, a nationally recognized choral director. Sharing the stage will be the 30-piece Oratorio Orchestra. The performanc­e is November 10, 2019, 4pm at The Spa Little Theater in Saratoga Springs. Tickets are $25General; $20Senior; $18Student and can be purchased at the Oratorio’s website, bhos. us, or by phone, 518-4164060.

CRAFT EVENT: Join Sand Lake Center for the Arts on Nov 10th at 12pm for another edition of Franny’s Farmhouse DIY Make and Take family event! Looking for something more personal for a loved one? Are Mom and Dad difficult to shop for? Well, try something personaliz­ed and from the heart. With Franny’s Farmhouse, you choose your craft and their staff walks through the process, leaving all the stress out in the cold. Bring the kids in for their chance to make Grandma and Grandpa something special this year. To reserve your spot, visit www.frannysfar­mhouse.bigcartel.com . Tickets are $40/Adult and $25/Children under 12. SLCA is located at 2880NY 43, Averill Park, NY 12018 and is fully handicappe­d accessible

BLUEGRASS BANJO:

Beginning Bluegrass Banjo with Mac Petrequin. Sunday November 10, 1pm-4pm. Tuition $55. Member Tuition $45. Bluegrass banjo is the familiar sound that drove such favorites as the Beverly Hillbillie­s Theme Song, Rocky Top, and Foggy Mountain Breakdown. In this class you will learn enough about the banjo so that you can use a variety of available instructio­nal aids from your home and progress with learning Bluegrass banjo at your own pace. You will be exposed to the basics of playing 5-string Bluegrass banjo, including tunings, left hand chord shapes, right hand rolls, vamping, hammer-ons, pull-offs, chokes, chimes, and how to read tablatures. We’ll also look at online sites about banjo practice and instructio­n. Bring a playable 5-string banjo, two metal finger picks, and a thumb pick. Although there will be several handouts, an audio recorder is a good idea. Adirondack Folk School, 51Main St., Lake Luzerne. (518) 696-2400. www. adirondack­folkschool.org.

Monday, Nov. 11 VETERANS DAY: Melvin Roads American Legion Post 1231celebr­ates Veterans Day, 1:00PM, Monday, November 11th, 2019at the post, 200Columbi­a Turnpike, East Greenbush. Enjoy the parade & then stop by Melvin Roads for our ceremony & refreshmen­ts. One hundred & one years ago, The Great War ended on the eleventh day of the eleventh month, at the eleventh hour. Our name sake Private Melvin Roads died the night before the Armistice took effect. PVT Roads served his country, and gave his life to a cause he believed in. Post 1231celebr­ates his service and the service of all veteran’s, along with their families. Please join us as we and our local representa­tives support all veterans everywhere.

REINCARNAT­ION TALK:

Reincarnat­ion - The Mystery of Birth, Life and Death, Monday, November 11, 2019 at 6:30pm at The East Greenbush Community Library, 10Communit­y Way, East Greenbush. Sign up Free: at reincarnat­ion_ eastgreenb­ush.eventbrite.com. The Rosicrucia­ns view reincarnat­ion as a process that takes place on a higher level. A fundamenta­l understand­ing of this process is key because it clearly reveals the possibilit­y of our liberation from the continuous cycle of Life and Death that leaves us alternatin­g between “this side” and the invisible “other side” of this world. To learn more about us check our website at goldenrosy­cross.org. For questions or more informatio­n, please email us at newyork@goldenrosy­cross.org.

VETERANS HONORED:

The Very Reverend Anthony Ligato, Pastor, is pleased to welcome the greater community to St. Jude the Apostle Church, located at 43Brooksid­e Avenue, Wynantskil­l, for the purpose of rememberin­g and honoring ALL veterans, both past and present, at its seventh annual Liturgical Celebratio­n, on Monday, November 11th at 9:00a.m. Veterans will take part in all aspects of the celebratio­n. Reverend Zachariah Chichester, Parochial Vicar and Father Edward Deimeke will assist. A list of Veterans being remembered in the Mass will be distribute­d with the program. At the conclusion of the Mass, all will be invited to process to the flag pole in front of the Church school for a solemn hoisting of our flag. Refreshmen­ts will be served at the Parish Center immediatel­y following the ceremony. All are invited and encouraged to attend as a sign of support for our Veterans.

SHORT STORY READING & DISCUSSION GROUP:

On Mondays, October 7th – November 11th at 6:30PM, Short Story writer David Sylvester will lead a reading and discussion group at the Troy Public Library. Local short-story writer Dave Sylvester discusses the short story form, looking at how writers handle plot, character and theme in their writing. Each week we will read and discuss two stories by well-known masters of the form: Lori Moore, John Cheever, Sherman Alexi, Jhumpa Lahiri, Richard Wright, Alice Munro, Raymond Carver, Margaret Atwood and more. Copies of the stories will be available in advance and should be read before the discussion­s. The first set of stories are available at the informatio­n desk of the main library. For more informatio­n and to register call the library at 518-274-7071or online at www.thetroylib­rary.org. The Troy Public Library is located at 100Second Street, Troy.

Tuesday, Nov. 12 GENEALOGY LOOK-UP EVENT: Who do you think you are? The Troy Irish Genealogy Society is hosting a “pop up” genealogy look up event on Tues. Nov. 12 from 1to 4pm, at the North Greenbush Library Annex in Wynantskil­l! Call now for your individual 45minute appointmen­t with one of our experience­d researcher­s. Get help with your genealogy questions and “brick walls.” The event is free, but by appointmen­t only. Call 518-283-0303.

AGING RESOURCE INFO TABLE:

The Hoosick Falls Senior Center, 69Church Street, will host Tammy McGarithy of Rensselaer County Unified Services, Dept. of Aging on Tuesday, November 12th from 10:00to 2:00. Tammy will bring contact informatio­n, brochures, pamphlets, and applicatio­ns for several services offered to seniors, including the 2019-2020 HEAP applicatio­ns. All residents 60and older should plan to stop in and talk with Tammy about the services available to them. Plan to stay for lunch (Cheeseburg­er and Tater Tots) with the November birthday celebratio­n and trivia to follow. Call (518) 686-7561to sign up for the meal.

GUIDED MEDITATION:

The Troy Public Library will offer Guided Meditation Classes on Tuesdays, November 5th – December 17th from 5PM – 6PM. Learn a surprising­ly simple yet powerful practice that can help your reduce stress, get recharged, experience overall improved physical health and possibly get you “blissed-out” all while sitting comfortabl­y in a chair. Led by Michael Fuselli, with over 30years of meditation teaching and practice experience. Beginners always welcome. Registrati­on is encouraged, but not necessary! This program is free and open to the public. To register call 518274-7071or online at www. thetroylib­rary.org The Troy Public Library is located at 100Second Street, Troy.

PRE-K STORYTIME: Tuesdays at 11am. Ages 2-6, no sign-up needed. Siblings welcome. Rensselaer Public Library, 676East St., Rensselaer. (518) 462-1193. www.rensselaer­library.org.

EAST SIDE SENIORS:

Our next meeting will be on Nov.12, starting at 1:00, at the American Legion Post, Main St., Wynantskil­l We still need “subs” to play Bocce ball on Mon. mornings. all members are welcome to join in the fun. Team 4will be are lunch hosts/hostess for the meeting. All meetings are on the 2nd. and 4th Tuesday of the month. New faces and bodies, always welcome.

HISTORICAL SOCIETY MEETING:

Eric Durr will present a program on D-Day / Normandy. Durr has served as Director of Public Affairs for the New York State Division of Military and Naval Affairs since 2007. He served 28years in the Active Army, Army Reserve and Army National Guard as an armor officer, division plans officer, operations officer, public affairs officer and civil affairs officer. He commanded a tank company, a headquarte­rs company and a tank battalion in the National Guard and also worked as a Department of the Army civilian, a newspaper reporter. Tuesday, November 12, 2019at 7PM – 9:30PM. Sand Lake Town Hall, Rt 66, Sand Lake.

LOCAL MAGICIANS MEETING:

The local group of The Society of American Magicians, Assembly #24, meets at 7:30PM on the second Tuesday of the month at the S. W. Pitts Hose Co. of Latham, 226Old Loudon Road, Latham, NY. We welcome all persons, age 16 and older, with any interest in the art of magic whether it be: performanc­e, history, collecting or purely entertainm­ent to join us for a fun evening. For more informatio­n about our organizati­on, or for a link to a local magician, visit our web site: WWW.SAM24.SYNTHASITE.COM.

POESTENKIL­L SENIORS:

The Poestenkil­l Seniors hold weekly meetings every Tuesday at 1p.m. at the Sullivan Jones VFW Post in Poestenkil­l. All seniors are welcome. Coffee and refreshmen­ts are served after the meeting, followed by bingo and cards. The hall is handicap accessible, with sufficient parking. The Poestenkil­l Seniors hold catered luncheons, clamsteams and fish fries at the hall and also at various restaurant­s. Best of all they go on bus trips to casinos and other points of interest. PIEROGHI SALE: Christ the Savior Church, 349Eastlin­e Rd., Ballston Lake is holding a pieroghi sale on Tuesday, Nov. 12th. As usual we will have potato/cheese, sauerkraut, and farmer’s cheese pieroghis. Please order soon as we expect the orders to be larger than usual. Please call 518-363-0001. Don’t forget our Harvest Dinner on Saturday the 9th of November.

BUTTON CLUB:

The Half Moon Button Club will meet on Tuesday, November 12, 2019, at the Bethlehem Public Library, 451Delawar­e Avenue, Delmar 12054. The social time starts at 11:00 a.m. and the business meeting starts at 12:00noon followed by the program, which will be presented by Kathy Arbogast on Hallmark Friendship Buttons. Bring a bag lunch. Dessert will be provided. For more informatio­n call Lisa at 518-4697420or Kirsti at 518-8698125. Everyone is welcome!

Wednesday, Nov. 13 EAT SMART, LIVE STRONG: Rensselaer County’s Everett Wagar Senior Center, 2Roxboroug­h Rd, Grafton, will host Jillian Ludwig, Community Nutrition Educator with Cornell Cooperativ­e Extension for our monthly Eat Smart – Live Strong cooking demonstrat­ion on Wednesday, Nov 13th at 11:00am. There will be free recipes and samples for everyone who attends. Plan to stay for lunch (Chicken Pattie Melt) at noon followed by Bingo. Call to sign up for lunch at 518-279-3413.

INTERFAITH STORY CIRCLE:

Interfaith Story Circle – Stories of Gratitude New and Old. Wednesday, November 13, 20197-9pm, Associatio­n of Bosniaks, 6935 th Ave., Watervliet. All faith traditions encourage us to practice gratitude. With Thanksgivi­ng approachin­g we can feel it in the air. The focus of the November Interfaith Story Circle will be gratitude stories, traditiona­l and personal. Guest teller will be Yaqin Aubert, Director, of the Pir Vilayat Center for Meditation & Retreat at the Abode in New Lebanon. He will tell a tale of gratitude and humility that dates back more than 700years and has been passed down to him both orally and in print. Yaqin is a storytelle­r in the Sufi tradition. The circle is free and open for guests to share their own stories related to the theme, or to come to listen. Either way, all will be warmly welcomed. Please note that this building is not fully accessible; negotiatin­g stairs will be required. A tour of the mosque and community center will be offered at 6:45pm. For more informatio­n about the circle contact Audrey Seidman seidmanaud­rey@yahoo.com 518-459-0663or visit the website www.withourvoi­ce.org/ifsc. Interfaith Story Circle is a program of WithOurVoi­ce, Inc.

YOGA PROGRAM:

The Troy Public Library’s Lansingbur­gh Branch in conjunctio­n with the Troy YMCA, will offer Yoga classes on Wednesdays, October 16th – November 20th at 5:30PM. This is an all-level yoga class that will invigorate your body and reduce stress. You will experience traditiona­l yoga poses, stretching, breathing and relaxation techniques which will improve your flexibilit­y, balance, strength and overall wellness. Please bring your own mat. This program is free and open to the public. Please register by calling the library at 235-5310or online at www. thetroylib­rary.org. The Troy Public Library’s Lansingbur­gh Branch is located at 27114th St., Troy.

MEDITATION GROUP:

The Troy Public Library will offer Meditation Classes on Wednesdays, November 6th – December 18th at 2PM. Are you interested in learning how to relax your mind and body? Come to a safe place to let go of your cares and worries. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced student, all are welcome. Bring your ideas and suggestion­s to the group! Contact Ray Reuter at the Empowermen­t Exchange at 518-235-2173for more informatio­n. This program is free and open to the public. The Troy Public Library’s Lansingbur­gh Branch is located at 27114th Street, Troy.

WRITING WORKSHOP:

Liberty Hyde Bailey was a wildly popular thought leader at the turn of the last century, and this newly collected book of his garden writings offers an opportunit­y to look at the way he looked at nature. His observatio­n style is beautiful and contagious. In this class, at the Troy Public Library on Wednesday, November 13, 5:30-7:30pm, we will read from his work, and use it as a prompt for our own writings. If you can, please bring a piece of nature to the library and a journal. Could be a rock, a leaf, an ear of dried corn, a stick, a cluster of pine needles — anything that catches your eye. No writing experience necessary, just bring a desire to consider how our skills of observing can be developed. This program is free and open to the public. Advanced registrati­on is recquired. For more informatio­n and to register, call the library at 518-274-7071 or online at www.thetroylib­rary.org. The Troy Public Library is located at 100 Second St., Troy.

HEROES ALL AROUND US:

Join the Mechanicvi­lle Library and the USS Slater History Museum for a special Veteran’s Program, “Heroes All Around Us” on Thursday, November 13th at 4:30pm. This presentati­on shares the history of USS SLATER and why she was chosen to become the Destroyer Escort Historical Museum. Stories will be shared about the history of Destroyer Escorts, SLATER’S involvemen­t in WWII, her service in the Greek Navy, and her restoratio­n transformi­ng her into a world class museum. Presented by Art Dott, you will get a first-hand look at the hard work that goes into keeping the “Old Girl” afloat. Suitable for all ages! Register today! Mechanicvi­lle District Public Library 190 N. Main St. Mechanicvi­lle, NY 12118518-664-4646 meclib.sals.edu.

UNDERSTAND­ING & MANAGING CREDIT:

Nov. 13, 6:00pm-7:30pm, 700 Patroon Creek Boulevard, Albany. Financial decisions you make today will greatly impact your future. When using credit you are spending your future income. This concept will be the backdrop of this session where learners will explore managing credit responsibl­y, how to obtain credit and the meaning of credit scores and credit reports. Registrati­on is required. Please visit www.sefcu.com/financiale­ducation to reserve your spot today!

GRAFTON MERRYMAKER­S:

The November meeting of the Grafton Merrymaker­s will take place on November 13th at 5:30 pm at the Everett Wager Senior Center, Grafton, NY and is opened to all seniors in Rensselaer county. A covered dish is at 5:30pm followed by our meeting at 6:30pm. Bingo will be played after the meeting. This will be our last meeting of the year and we will resume our meetings in March 2020. Our Christmas party will be on December 7th at Guiseppi’s Restrauran­t in Hoosick. For more informatio­n about our Christmas party contact Jan MacDonald at 518421-4954. Reservatio­ns are due by 11⁄29.

HEALING SERVICE: Healing and blessings for your body, spirit and mind by William Champine at 7pm Wednesday in the Knights Of Columbus, 255Remsen St, Cohoes. His healing ministry started in 1991 named William in The Light Of Jesus. All people of any denominati­on are invited to come. Thousands have been healed.

Thursday, Nov. 14 EAT SMART, LIVE STRONG: The Hoosick Falls Senior Center, 69 Church Street, will host will host Jillian Ludwig, Community Nutrition Educator with Cornell Cooperativ­e Extension for our monthly Eat Smart – Live Strong cooking demonstrat­ion on Thursday, November 14th at 11A.M. There will be free recipes and samples for everyone who attends. Plan to stay for a nutritious lunch (Fish Loin) for a suggested donation of just $3. Call 518-686-7561to sign up for lunch.

LVORC FALL FESTIVAL:

Featuring Literacy Volunteers of Rensselaer County’s Student Authors and Special Guest Dr. Steven Sandler, Author of Tea with Freud. Thursday, November 14, 20195:30-7:30P.M. Hilton Garden Inn, 235Hoosick St., Troy. Networking / Cash Bar & Hors d’Oeuvres 5:30-6:15 P.M. followed by Program 6:15-7:30P.M. Silent Auction. Tickets: $35per person. (518) 244-4650/ LitVolDire­ctor@aol.com. www. lvorc.org. Proceeds from this event will make it possible for LVORC to provide free literacy programs and services to adults and children in Rensselaer County.

FREE PRE-THANKSGIV

ING COMMUNITY DINNER:

Dinner served from 3:30to 6:30o.m. on Thursday, Nov. 14. Everyone is welcome. Dinner: Roast Turkey, Dressing, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Cranberry Sauce, Glazed Carrots, Bread & Butter, Pumpkin Pie, Coffee, Hot Tea, Ice Tea, Lemonade & Milk for children. Hope’s Kitchen is located inside the Rensselaer Presbyteri­an Church at 34Broadway in Rensselaer. It is an ecumenical ministry sponsored by Hope Lutheran Church in N. Greenbush and the Rensselaer Presbyteri­an Church.

TEEN ANIME CLUB:

Thursdays 5-7PM. Ages 13-18. Watch anime, discuss manga and pop culture, and hang out with your friends. (No meeting November 28). Rensselaer Public Library, 676East St., Rensselaer. (518) 462-1193. www.rensselaer­library.org.

COLUMBIETT­ES MEETING:

The Cohoes Columbiett­es will have a monthly meeting Thursday night November 14th at 255Remsen St. Cohoes. We will have refreshmen­ts at 7PM, and the meeting will be at 8PM.

CORNELL COOPERATIV­E EXTENSION ALBANY

COUNTY MEETING: Cornell Cooperativ­e Extension Albany County will hold its Annual Meeting, Thursday, Nov. 14, 2019at 12:30pm at 24Martin Road, Voorheesvi­lle. This meeting is open to the public. Albany County residents 18years of age or older are eligible to vote for members of the Board of Directors and various program committees. Ballots will be available the day of the meeting. For more informatio­n or to make a reservatio­n, call Cornell Cooperativ­e Extension Albany

County at 518-765-3500.

Friday, Nov. 15 AGING RESOURCE INFO

TABLE: Rensselaer County’s Everett Wagar Senior Center, 2Roxboroug­h Rd, Grafton, will host Tammy McGarithy of Rensselaer County Unified Services, Dept. of Aging on Friday, November 15th from 10:00to 2:00. Tammy will bring contact informatio­n, brochures, pamphlets, and applicatio­ns for several services offered to seniors, including the 2019-2020HEAP applicatio­ns. All residents 60 and older should plan to stop in and talk with Tammy about the services available to them. Plan to stay for lunch (Creamy Mac N cheese) with the November birthday celebratio­n and trivia to follow. Call 518-279-3413to be added to the lunch list.

ART AT THE LIBRARY: Join us for our Art at the Library fundraisin­g event! $5tickets help raise money for the library. Enjoy local art, raffles, refreshmen­ts & connecting with your community! We are currently recruiting local artists. Please send samples of your art to director@ brunswickl­ibrary.org to be considered. Friday, November 15, 2019at 7PM – 9 PM, Brunswick Community Library, 4118State Highway 2, Brunswick.

FRIENDLY’S CHURCH FUNDRAISER: Christ Episcopal Church fundraiser at Clifton Park, Queensbury, Troy and Wilton Friendly’s Restaurant­s. Eat at Friendly’s anytime on November 15th, and mention Christ Church to your server and Friendly’s will donate 20% of your check to Christ Episcopal Church of Ballston Spa to benefit their mission trip to Belize. Call 518587-3837for more info.

Saturday, Nov. 16 VETERANS APPRECIATI­ON LUNCH: Free for Veterans and immediate families. Sat

urday, Nov. 16th from noon to 2pm, Brunswick Elks, 665 Brunswick Rd., Troy. For info or reservatio­n, call 518-2379367.

MURDER MYSTERY DIN

NER THEATER: Spend an afternoon in the 1950s with “Dead Air,” a radio murder mystery. On November 16at 3p.m. actors perform their last radio show from their famous series “As the Town Ages.” Only one of them will be able to advance to entertainm­ent’s next phase – television! Jealousy, old grudges, blackmail, lover’s triangle – it’s all there – along with laughs for the audience. Bring your sense of humor, sleuthing skills and, if you’re in the mood, your 50’s wardrobe. As a bonus, if you discover the murderer, you win a chance for a prize! Dinner includes baked chicken, scalloped potatoes, and vegetable, dessert and coffee. This Ladies Auxiliary invites all to come. Reservatio­ns required (no walk-ins) for $25per person at the Colonie Elks Lodge #2192, 11Elks Ln, Latham, NY. For reservatio­ns and more informatio­n, call (518) 785-3557.

PENNY AUCTION: Saturday November 16, 1PM. Get 100 pennies to use to bid in our auction of odd and funny items. A fun math activity! Ages 4-10. Rensselaer Public Library, 676East St., Rensselaer. (518) 462-1193. www.rensselaer­library.org.

DAY OF HEALING & TEACHING: The Diocese of Albany Catholic Charismati­c Renewal is sponsoring a Day of Healing and Teaching with Fr. Richard McAlear, OMI Nov. 16, 2019, 9am-3pm at St. Michael the Archangel Church, 175William­s Rd. Troy. Cost: $25per person/$45per couple. www. frmac.org.

FRENCH FILM: “The Butterfly”-Saturday, November 16, 2019, 1pm, Troy Public Library, 100Second Street, Troy, NY, free, presented by La Fédération Franco-Américaine du New York. In this family-friendly movie, Julien (Michel Serrault), a collector of butterflie­s, seeks to find the rare Isabelle Butterfly at the request of his now deceased brother. Before he begins his journey to the Alps for this year’s search, he meets 8year old Elsa (Claire Bouanich), a girl with a very unattendin­g mother. Julien agrees to bring Elsa along on his search, not knowing that Elsa’s mother never approved or knew about this. (SourceIMDb) For additional informatio­n, call the Troy Public Library at 518-274-7071. Follow La Fédération FrancoAmér­icaine du New York at www.albanyarea­frenchclub. com and Facebook.

Sunday, Nov. 17 BREAKFAST BUFFET: The Cohoes Knights of Columbus will have its All You Can Eat Breakfast Buffet Sunday November 17th at 255Remsen St., Cohoes from 8:30 AM to 11:30AM .We have an omelet station and hash eggs pancakes french toast bacon toast and juice Adults are $8.00and children under five are free.

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