Community calendar from March 3

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Thursday, March 3

COLLEGE ADMISSION STRATEGIES: The Troy Public Library, 100 Second Street, in conjunction along with The King Advantage Group will certainly offer a College Admission Strategies Seminar on Thursday, March 3 at 6:30 p.m. College admissions is a billion dollar industry and the right research and strategy will certainly save you thousands of dollars. Linda King, a 20 year School Counselor and President of The King Advantage, will certainly give specific strategies that include demonstrated enthusiasm, how your student need to begin this overwhelming process, an organized approach and how to showcase your students unique talents and abilities. Students and parents need to both attend. This program is free and open to the public. To register call the library at 274-7071 or online at http://ift.tt/21vLnqs

COLLEGE PRESIDENTS PANEL DISCUSSION: A panel discussion featuring regional University Presidents to discuss higher education as an economic driver for workforce development in the Capital Region. Featuring Dr. John Ebersole, LPD, Excelsior College; Andrew Matonak, Ed.D., Hudson Valley Community College; Br. F. Edward Coughlin, Ph.D., Siena College; Dr. Carolyn J. Stefanco, Ph.D., The College of Saint Rose. Panel moderated by Dr. Joseph Dragone, superintendent of the Ballston Spa Central School District. Hilton Garden Inn, Troy. Registration and Breakfast 7:30 a.m., Program 8 to 9:30 a.m. Register at http://ift.tt/21vLlik.

CORNER SHOPPE: Cornerstone Church, 570 3rd Ave., N Troy is having its semi annual bag sale in the hall through March 10. Check out brand-new Spring and Easter items on display in the regular shoppe rooms. Open every Thursday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

FACULTY LECTURE SERIES: Laylah Ali, professor of art, will certainly present the fourth lecture in the Faculty Lecture Collection at Williams College on Thursday, March 3, at 4:15 p.m. in Wege Auditorium, along with a reception to follow in Schow Atrium. In her lecture, titled “Relieving the Tedium: On my Attempts to Overthrow a Small Government and More Reflections from my Time as an Artist,” Ali will certainly discuss some of her artistic projects, including her latest Collection of paintings, The Acephalous Collection (described by TimeOut as having “characters [who] are both alien and immediately recognizable as us”) and her online “John Brown Song” project, which examines the legacy of 19th century abolitionist John Brown. The event is free and open to the public.For building locations on the Williams campus, please call the Office of Communications at (413) 597-4277 or visit www.williams.edu/map

JONATHAN WEINER: Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jonathan Weiner will certainly speak at Williams College on Thursday, March 3. The event will certainly take place at 7:30 p.m. in Griffin Hall, room 3, along with a book signing to follow. In his lecture, “In Darwin’s Footsteps: Witnessing the Origin of a brand-new Species in the Galapagos,” Weiner will certainly discuss the job of Peter and Rosemary Grant that have actually observed the evolution of Darwin’s finches for more than 40 years. Their study shows that evolution can easily be rapid and turbulent and sheds brand-new light on numerous aspects of the science of life—including the science of the brain. The Department of English and the Focus for Environmental Studies are sponsoring this event. It is free and open to the public. For building locations on the Williams campus, please call the Office of Communications at (413) 597-4277 or visit www.williams.edu/map

MASONS: The Apollo King Solomon’s Masonic Lodge #13 F.&A.M. will certainly meet on Thursday, March 3. The evening program will certainly be Past Masters Night, Veterans Night, Ladies/Widows Night, Awards and Recognition/Remembrance Night. The evening will certainly start along with a social hour at 5:30 p.m., followed by dinner at 6:30 p.m., followed by evening events in the Masonic Lodge Room. All will certainly take place at the Troy Masonic Community Center, 39 Brusnwick Road. Dinner reservations need to be made to the Junior Warden, Frank P. Burek at 322-7966, or e-mail bluetick7175@gmail.com. The deadline for registration is February 29.

Friday, March 4

BROOKS BBQ: Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 510 Albany Shaker Rd. (west of Osborne Road), Loudonville, will certainly sponsor a Brooks BBQ on Friday, March 4, from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Price: Chicken dinner $10; Chicken only $7; Ribs dinner $12; Ribs only 49. Stay in your car – drive through – take out service only – no advance reservations. For more short article please call the Church Offfice at 458-1562.

BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: T/Ween Which Craft, 3:45 p.m. Come make DIY tie-dyed coffee mugs. Registration required.4118 State Highway 2, Troy. Call 279-4023 or visit http://ift.tt/1Rf8omG for more information.

FRIDAY FISH DINNERS: Latham K of C Friday Fish Dinner, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Menu: Baked fish dinner served along with twice baked potato, tossed salad or coleslaw, corn cobette, roll and butter, $11; Fish fry or clam roll dinner served along with french fries or onion rings and tossed salad or cole slaw, $9; Fish fry or clam roll only $7. All served along with coffee, tea or hot chocolate and dessert. Special children’s menu for ages 5 to 10: Fish sticks, french fries or onion rings, applesauce, juice or milk, $4 (children under 5 free). Latham Colonie Knights of Columbus, 328 Troy Schenectady Rd., Latham. For more short article call 783-0572 or visit http://ift.tt/21vLnqj.

LENTEN FISH FRY DINNERS: The Johnsonville Volunteer Fire Company will certainly be holding Lentil Fish Fry Dinners on Friday, March 4, and Friday, March 11. Dinner includes: Fish fry, french fries, cole slaw, macaroni salad, dessert and a beverage. Cost $10. Eat in or take out. 5:30 – 7:30 p.m., Johnsonville Volunteer Fire Company, 5 River Road, Johnsonville.

THEORY AND PRACTICE: Composer Nico Muhly will certainly deliver the inaugural lecture in the Theory in Practice lecture Collection at Williams College on Friday, March 4, at 4 p.m. in Brooks-Rogers Recital Hall. The Theory in Practice lecture Collection invites contemporary artists to reflect on how the study of philosophy, critical theory, and the liberal arts has actually influenced their practice. Muhly’s talk, “Roots & Pulses” will certainly be a multimedia celebration of music, wit and insight. The event is free and open to the public. For building locations on the Williams campus, please call the Office of Communications at (413) 597-4277 or visit www.williams.edu/map

Saturday, March 5

ALL YOU can easily EAT BREAKFAST: The Poestenkill Christian Church, 721 Snyder’s Corners Rd., Poestenkill, will certainly have actually its monthly All You can easily Eat Breakfast on Saturday, March 5, from 8 a.m. – 11 a.m. Cost is $7 for adults and $3.50 for children under 10. Menu includes eggs, sausage, bacon, toast, house fries, pancakes, french toast, juice, coffee or tea.

ANTIQUE SHOW: All Saints on the Hudson Parish will certainly be hosting their Annual Antique Show on Saturday, March 5, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Parish Focus at 52 William Street. Meals will certainly be available from the kitchen. Vendors wanted: Call Maria Amann 664-6405 or email Anne Amann at Buffalo362@gmail.com.

ANTIQUE SHOW & SALE: The Palatine Settlement Society will certainly hold its annual Antique Show & Sale for the benefit of restoring the 1747 Nellis Tavern in St. Johnsville, NY. The show will certainly be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Arkell Museum, 2 Erie Blvd., Canajoharie and features 25 dealers that will certainly be exhibiting and selling furniture, quilts, books, tools, postcards, paintings, toys, jewelry, early brass & iron, etc. A light lunch will certainly be available. $5 admission to antique show; $10 admission to both antique show and the Arkell Museum galleries.For more short article please contact Sandy Nellis Lane at 762-8259 or visit http://ift.tt/1Rf8omI.

CABIN FEVER SALE: Shake off the winter blues and stop at the Cohoes Public Library on March 5 (snow date, March 12) for a Cabin Fever Sale. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cohoes Public Library, the sale features a book sale, and their ever popular homemade bake sale. The sale will certainly run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Library at 169 Mohawk St. Do you have actually some manuals that need a good home? Drop them off at the library the week before. Updates could be found online at http://ift.tt/1Rf8omF, or by calling 235-2570.

COMIC JAM WORKSHOP: Ira Marcks will certainly be at the Troy Public Library, 100 Second Street, on Saturday, March 5 from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. to host a Comic Jam Workshop. A comic jam is a collaborative drop-in event in which you can easily contribute to an existing project or create your own. A bunch of artists of all ages and skills get with each other and draw comics. It is about using your imagination along with others creative people. Please register the Library can easily have actually an idea of how numerous individuals to expect. This program is free and open to the public. Please make reservations by calling the library at 274-7071 or online atwww.thetroylibrary.org.For more short article about comic jams, go to http://ift.tt/21vLlim.

CORNED BEEF & CABBAGE: A little bit of Irish luck for you: Eagle Mills Christian Church D.O.C.’s annual Corned Beef & Cabbage Dinner is March 5, 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at 500 Brunswick Road, Troy. Menu: Corned beef, cabbage, carrots, potato, rolls, soda bread, dessert, and beverage. Adults $10, kids $5. Call 279-1588 for more information.

FOLK CONCERT: Dulcimers and More Concert: Saturday, March 5, 7:30 p.m.,Calvary United Methodist Church, 15 Ridge Place, Latham. Susan Trump and Jeff Furman. Susan Trump wows audiences at Cafe Lena and venues across the US along with her heartfelt songs and dulcimer, guitar and banjo wizardry. North Carolinian Jeff has actually a smooth and expressive style of dulcimer playing and a particular fondness for waltzes and Celtic airs, as well as old-time fiddle music. They are the featured performer/teachers at this weekend’s Mountain Dulcimer Music Festival. Handicapped accessible. Tickets at door: $15, $12 seniors and students, and $5 for children 12 and under. Sponsored by Dulcimer Association of Albany. Information: 762-7516 or http://ift.tt/1Rf8omM.

MID-LENT BRUNCH: La Fédération franco-américaine du brand-new York (FeFANY) invites everyone to our Mid-Lent Brunch (La mi-Carême) on Saturday, March 5, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Catered by Joe Forget, the brunch will certainly be held at The Venue (former St. Joseph’s Church), 65 Congress Street, Cohoes. Cost is $23 for adults; $10 for children ages 6-12. Reservations are called for no later than Friday, February 26. Send a check made payable to FeFANY – FeFANY, PO Box 354, Cohoes, NY, 12047. Follow La Federation events on Facebook and the Web.

TRUE STORY OF ETHAN FROME: When she was pondering the climax of her brand-new novel Ethan Frome, Edith Wharton recalled hearing about a tragic sledding accident six years earlier. Using material from her forthcoming book, “Edith Wharton’s Lenox,” Berkshire historian Cornelia Brooke Gilder will certainly tell about the real accident that happened in Lenox on March 11, 1904. “Snow Crash: Lenox’s True Story of Ethan Frome,” is a Tea & Talk at Ventfort Hall Mansion and Gilded Age Museum, 104 Walker Street, Lenox, on Saturday, March 5 at 3:30 pm. A Victorian tea will certainly follow the talk and a Q & A session. Tickets for program are $22 for advance reservations and $27 day of the event. Reservations are highly recommended as seating is limited. For short article or reservations call Ventfort Hall at 413-637-3206 or visit info@gildedage.org.

WILLIAMS FACULTY RECITAL: The Williams College Department of Music violinists Joana Genova and Heather Braun, and pianist Michael Brown on Saturday, March 5 at 4 p.m. in Brooks-Rogers Recital Hall. This exciting program offers the possibility to enjoy works for two violins – a genre along with a repertoire rich along with much less often performed gems. Joana Genova and Heather Braun perform works by Prokofiev and Ysaye, and are joined by pianist Michael Brown for works by Moszkowski, Shostakovich, and de Sarasate. There is likewise a globe premiere, dedicated to Ms. Genova and Ms. Braun, of Fantasy for Two Violins (2016) by the noted composer Stephen Dankner. This free event is open to the public. Brooks-Rogers Recital Hall is located at 54 Chapin Hall Drive in Bernhard Music Focus on the Williams College campus. See http://ift.tt/21vLlio

Sunday, March 6

BREAKFAST BUFFET: The Waterford Knights of Columbus, 75 Grace Street, Waterford ( Northside),will certainly host a Breakfast Buffet from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. on March 6. The menu includes: Omelet station, french toast, blueberry pancakes, sausages, bacon, scrambled eggs, homefries, toast, pastry, coffee, tea, milk and juice. Adults $8, children $4 (under age 12), children under age 5 free. A free drawing for a Sunday Buffet tickets will certainly be drawn. For additional short article , please call 235-8799 or 237-9330 to leave a message.

BUFFALO SOLDIER: “American History Through Reuben’s Eyes,” an illustrated talk by Jerry Robinson, great-grandson of Reuben Waller, Buffalo Soldier. Sunday, March 6, 2 p.m., at the Stephentown Historical Society’s Heritage Center, 4 Staples Road (corner of Garfield Road), Stephentown. As a general’s body servant, Waller witnessed Lee’s surrender at Appomattox. He enlisted in the 10th Cavalry and served during western expansion and through the Plains Indian Wars. Free. For directions, telephone 733-0010.

ENGLISH COUNTRY DANCE: An English Country Dance will certainly be held on March 6 at Channing Hall of the Very first Unitarian Universalist Church, 405 Washington Avenue, Albany. Dances will certainly be called and taught by Graham Christian. Live music will certainly be by Pat MacPherson and Aldo Fabrizi. The Dance will certainly be held 2 -5 p.m., introductory workshop on request at 1:30 p.m. All are welcome, no experience or partner is necessary. Admission is $12. The Dance is sponsored by Capital English Country Dancers, an affiliate of the Dance Flurry Organization (short article http://ift.tt/1Rf8omO or 477-5684).

LUPUS MALL WALK: Join the Lupus Alliance of Upstate brand-new York for their 9th Walk Along for Lupus Mall Walk on Sunday, March 6, at Crossgates Mall in Albany. Walkers and volunteers will certainly be raising money for education, support services and research for Northeastern brand-new York Lupus patients and their families. The minimum donation is $20 for adults, $5 for children ages 5-12 and children under 5 are free. Use the entrance near Ideal Buy and join us for registration at 8 a.m .along with the walk beginning at 9 a.m. For short article call the Lupus Alliance of Upstate NY at 800-300-4198 or register online at www.lupuswalk.org.

RADIO CONTROLLED RACING: Join the action in 2016 and be part of Tamiya’s Premier Radio Control Car Racing Championship. The Tamiya Championship Collection is a radio controlled car racing organization that is organized by Tamiya America, Inc. along with the regional support of participating hobby retailers throughout the USA. The TCS Collection is open to any hobbyist, both brand-new and experienced, as a variety of classes are offered to fulfill your ability level and budget. A Regional Race Event takes place at RC Kinetics, 2739 6th Avenue, Troy. Register by February 15 at http://ift.tt/21vLnqq.

TWELVE SONS OF JACOB: EPOCH Assisted Living at Melbourne will certainly welcome Mitch Chmura for a presentation entitled “The Twelve Sons of Jacob” on Sunday, March 6 at 10 a.m. The presentation will certainly be part of his popular monthly Collection at Melbourne, The Old Testament along with Mitch. This event is free and open to the public yet space is limited. For more short article or to RSVP, please call 413-499-1992. EPOCH Assisted Living at Melbourne is located at 140 Melbourne Road, Pittsfield MA.

Tuesday, March 8

‘ELVIS’ PERFORMANCE: The Troy Senior Center, located at 19 Third Street, in downtown Troy is excited to announce that on Tuesday, March 8, 2016 Elvis will certainly be performing. Entertainment begins at 11 a.m., followed by a noon lunch. Please join us for this terrific show, and delicious lunch. For ticket information, or to make a reservation, please call the Focus at 270-5348.

WINTER LECTURE SERIES: The Waterford Historical Museum and Cultural Focus presents the last in its pretty successful Winter Lecture Collection on Tuesday, March 8, from 7 to 8 p.m. at Smith’s of Cohoes, 171 Remsen Street. The featured speaker is Craig Gravina, co-author of the book “Upper Hudson Valley Beer” and co-founder of the Albany Ale Project. Gravina will certainly likewise be signing and selling his brand-new book “Upper Hudson Valley Beer.” Smiths will certainly be selling special local beers for the occasion, from Davidson Brothers Brewery Company (Glens Falls), Olde Saratoga Brewery Company (Saratoga) & Schmaltz Brewing Company (Clifton Park.) If you would certainly care to have actually dinner, please make a reservation along with Smith’s at 237-9809.

Wednesday, March 9

FREE CONCERT: The Williams College Department of Music welcomes one of the world’s leading concert pianists, Steven Hough, along along with acclaimed cello soloist Steven Isserlis at 8 p.m. in Chapin Hall on the Williams College campus. They present a program with each other including “Waldesruhe,” op. 68, No. 5 by Antonin Dvorak; Ballade and Seranade for Cello and Piano, op. 3 by Josef Suk; and Sonata in A minor for Arpeggione and Piano, D. 821 by Franz Schubert. After the intermission comes Sonata for Cello and Piano, Left Hand, “Les Adieux,” composed by Stephen Hough. They close their program along with Edvard Grieg’s Cello Sonata in A minor, Op. 36. This free event is open to the public. Brooks-Rogers Recital Hall is located at 54 Chapin Hall Drive in Bernhard Music Focus on the Williams College campus. For more short article visit http://ift.tt/21vLlio.

GOOGLE PARTNERS DIGITAL EVENT: Take advantage of this terrific opportunity to learn from a Google expert about growing your business along with Google Advertising. 11:30 a.m., registration, networking and pizza; noon to 1 p.m. Live Stream Google Presentation; 1 to 1:30 p.m. Google Plus for Business & Q&A along with Google Partner Darcy Knapp. Schenectady office of the Capital Region Chamber of Commerce, 306 State Street, Schenectady. Free 2 Hr Parking across the street in the Municipal Parking Lot. Tickets are free – the event is sponsored by Google. Register at http://ift.tt/1Rf8omQ.

MAXIMIZING SOCIAL SECURITY: Join Nikole Iannotti, from Very first Investors, a Foresters Company, for their program How to Maximize Your Social Security at The Troy Public Library, 100 Second Street, on Wednesday, March 9, at 6:30 p.m. Come learn the answers to these questions: will certainly Social Security be there for me? How much can easily I expect to receive? When need to I apply for Social Security? How can easily I maximize my benefits? will certainly Social Security be enough to live on in? This program is free and open to the public. Prior registration is called for and space is limited. To register call 274-7071 or online at http://ift.tt/21vLnqs .

PUTTING DIVERSITY TO WORK: A diversity training opportunity for attendees to learn how to make an inclusive workplace, equip staff to job along with a diverse group of professionals, how to effectively communicate among staff and how to stay on top of social trends. Julie Ross, of Corbett & Ross Organizational Solutions, LLC, has actually more than ten years’ experience in assessing organizational behavior, project management/corporate training and applied critical thinking to analysis of organizational needs. Revolution Hall, Troy. Registration and Breakfast 7:30 a.m., Program runs from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Register at http://ift.tt/21vLlik.

ROMAN FAMILY FUNDRAISER: 4 to 7 p.m., Cohoes-Waterford Elks, 45 N. Mohawk Street, Cohoes. Corned Beef dinner $10. Reuben Sandwich $6. Call 235-3222 for take-out orders and local delivery.

Thursday, March 10

COHOES COLUMBIETTES: The Cohoes Columbietts will certainly have actually their monthly meeting Thursday night, March 10, at 255 Remsen St. Cohoes. Refreshments at 7 p.m., followed by the meeting at 8 p.m.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: On Thursday, March 10, The Troy Senior Center, 19 Third Street, in downtown Troy will certainly be having its bi-monthly membership meeting. Meeting begins at 10 a.m. Light refreshments will certainly be served. For more information, please call the Focus at 270-5348.

Friday, March 11

LENTEN FISH FRY DINNERS: The Johnsonville Volunteer Fire Company will certainly be holding Lentil Fish Fry Dinners on Friday, March 4, and Friday, March 11. Dinner includes: Fish fry, french fries, cole slaw, macaroni salad, dessert and a beverage. Cost $10. Eat in or take out. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Johnsonville Volunteer Fire Company, 5 River Road, Johnsonville.

Saturday, March 12

AL-ANON: Al-Anon’s 31st Annual Cabin Fever Paths to Recovery will certainly be held on Saturday, March 12, at the Second Congregational Church on Hillside Avenue in Bennington, Vermont from 9 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. Welcome and breakfast is from 9 to 9:30 a.m. There will certainly be a speaker, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., and three meetings to choose from in the morning, a potluck lunch and raffle from 11:40 a.m. to 12:50 p.m. and three meetings in the afternoon. If your Very first name begins along with letters A-M it is suggested you might bring a salad or entrée; N-Z salad or dessert. From the North take VT 7 South. Two blocks past the intersection of 7&9, turn left on Hillside Avenue. From the South take VT 7 North take right turn simply after Friendly’s restaurant on to Hillside Avenue. For further short article or directions: Apryl (802) 440-8109, Sue at 686-7998 or Lynn at 222-8650.

CHATHAM BOOKSTORE: Berkshires Poet Patty Crane discusses her book, “Bright Scythe: Chosen Poems by Tomas Tranströmer,” Swedish poet and Nobel laureate, at the Chatham Bookstore on Saturday, March 12, from 5 to 7 p.m. A conversation along with Thomas Chulak from the bookstore and Q & A will certainly follow a brief reading. Free. Refreshments. Live at the Chatham Bookstore, 27 Main St., Chatham. For more short article call 392-3005 or visit http://ift.tt/1Rf8omS.

CORNED BEEF & CABBAGE: The Melrose Methodist Church, 20 Church Street, will certainly hold a corned beef and cabbage dinner on March 12 at 5 p.m., take outs at 4:30 p m. Cost for adults $10, children 4-10 is $5. We are handicaped-accessible. For more short article or reservation call 235-4370.

CORNED BEEF DINNER: The Pawling Ave United Methodist Church, 520 Pawling Ave, Troy, is hosting a Corned Beef Dinner on Saturday, March 12. Come join us for Pastor Karyl’s special recipe corned beef along with cabbage, potatoes, carrots, homemade Irish soda bread, homemade desserts and beverages. Price is $10 for adults, $5 for children 6-12 and Free for children 5 and under. Reservations can easily be made by calling the church office at 274-6859 or sending an e-mail to pawlingaveumc@gmail.com

MOUNTAIN ROAD SCHOOL: Families interested in nature-based, out-of-the-box education are invited to an Open Residence at Mountain Road School on Saturday, March 12 from 10 a.m. – noon. Prospective families (kids are welcome too) can easily locate the school, tour the classrooms and campus, and meet along with Director of Education, Cynthia Gray as well as along with teachers and parents. Mountain Road School is known for its innovative, multi-aged classrooms, nature-based curriculum, and child-centered philosophy. Mountain Road School is located at 4565 County Route 9 in brand-new Lebanon/East Nassau, and is ensconced in the lovingly-restored 1788 Hand House, situated on 20 acres of beautiful fields, woods, and streams. For additional information, visit the school’s website at http://ift.tt/21vLnqt. or contact Anne Undeland, Director of Outreach, at 794-8520.

PIPELINE PUBLIC FORUM: Did you know that there is a proposed fracked gas pipeline slated to traverse the towns of Knox, Berne, brand-new Scotland and Bethlehem, NY? This project is called the “Northeast Energy Direct Pipeline.” Please attend a Public Forum about this proposed fracked gas pipeline Saturday, March 12 in Knox, NY from 2-4 pm at the Knox Town Hall on Rte 156 at 2192 Berne Altamont Rd., Altamont. This public forum is sponsored by the Town of Knox, which has actually asked “Stop NY Fracked Gas Pipeline” to make a presentation regarding this fracked gas pipeline proposal. No prior knowledge of the proposed “Northeast Energy Direct Pipeline” project is called for and both parking and the event itself are free of charge.

SARATOGA BATTLEFIELD HIKE: “Survivor: Winterland,” a park ranger led winter hike of Saratoga Battlefield, located between Rt. 4 and Rt. 32, simply north of the Village of Stillwater, 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Park Ranger Bill Valosin leads a walk into the winter woods along with an eye toward “roughing it when you have actually to,” like when your GPS gets you lost in the middle of miles-from-nowhere and you need a cozy, warm fire, snug shelter, or some water to drink. No one gets voted off here. For more short article about this or others events, please call the Visitor Focus at 518-670-2985 or check our website at www.nps.gov/sara or follow us on Facebook and Twitter @SaratogaNHP

SPRING GARDEN DAY: Spring starts March 12 along with “Spring Garden Day,” a program of gardening classes and Enjoyable held at Tamarac High School in Brunswick. Special speaker and award-winning garden designer Bettina Mueller from Dutchess County will certainly speak on “A Tea Garden in Tivoli,” keynote speaker and author Ellen Sousa will certainly provide the presentation “Native Plants and Pollinators: Making The Connection,” and there are 9 more classes to choose from. A plant sale, garden book sale, Pick-A-Prize Auction, book signings and fabulous door prizes are others highlights. Participants likewise receive a delicious homemade lunch featuring soups, Stromboli and desserts. Program fee is $30 per person and pre-registration is required. Call Cornell Cooperative Extension at 272-4210 and ask for Marcie, or visit http://ift.tt/1Rf8quP for details.

SPRING TAG SALE: On Saturday March 12, between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m., the Lansingburgh Historical Society will certainly host a Spring Tag Sale at their headquarters, the Herman Melville House, at 2 114th Street, Troy. The sale will certainly be held rain or shine and will certainly feature Dishes, Silverware, Novels, Housewares, Linens, and numerous interesting and unique collectables. All proceeds from the sale will certainly benefit the educational and preservation job of local history to which the Lansingburgh Historical Society is devoted. This Spring Tag Sale is being held in conjunction along with the Very first Open Residence of 2016, which will certainly feature a display of the society’s collection of Lansingburgh manufactured brushes. The open Residence is free and open to the public.

Sunday, March 13

BACH BIRTHDAY BASH: An all-Bach concert will certainly take place on Sunday, March 13 at 3 p.m. at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 21 Hackett Blvd, Albany. Four local organists will certainly present organ works on the church’s Baroque Casavant pipe organ. The organists are Trevor Kahlbaugh (organist at Albany’s Very first Presbyterian Church), Steven Rosenberry, Edward Heffron, and Nixon McMillan (all musicians at St. Paul’s Church.) Following intermission St. Paul’s Choir and chamber orchestra will certainly present Cantata 106 “God’s own time is the best”. Tickets, available at the door, are $15 general admission, $12 seniors, students free. Further short article at 463-2257. The facilities are accessible and there is ample free parking.

MONTLY BREAKFAST: The Ladies from Valley Falls VFW short article 1938 Poplar Ave will certainly be having their monthly breakfast Sunday March 13, 8 a.m. – 11 a.m. Menu is eggs made to order, French toast, pancakes, sausage, bacon, toast, hash browns, coffee, juice fruit and biscuits along with sausage gravy. Cost is adults 13 and over $8 children 5-12 $4. Please come support the ladies and the servicemen and women.

SHAMROCK TEA: Ventfort Hall Mansion and Gilded Age Museum, 104 Walker Street, Lenox MA, will certainly celebrate St. Patrick’s Day along with a Shamrock Tea and Folk Music by Rocks and Water on Sunday, March 13, in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day. The program begins at 3:30 pm. A special Shamrock tea along with an assortment of sweets and savories will certainly be served. Tickets for the program are $25 for advance reservations and $30 day of the event. Reservations are highly recommended as seating is limited. For short article or reservations call Ventfort Hall at 413-637-3206 or visit info@gildedage.org.

SUNDAY WINTER MUSIC SERIES: EPOCH Assisted Living at Melbourne will certainly host the third installment of its popular Sunday Winter Music Collection on Sunday, March 13 from 2 to 4 p.m. Coffee, cappuccinos, hot chocolate and others refreshments will certainly be served while the accomplished pianist Karén Tchougourian performs jazz and classical music. This event is free and open to the public yet space is limited. Please RSVP by calling 413-499-1992. EPOCH is located at 140 Melbourne Road, Pittsfield MA.

Monday, March 14

HONORING DECEASED VETERANS: The Rensselaer County Honor a Deceased Veteran Program will certainly be honoring Mr. William J. Baker at this month’s ceremony on March 14 at 0830 in the Legislative Chambers, Third Floor of the County Office Bldg. located at 1600 Seventh Avenue, Troy. William proudly served in the United States Army during globe War II fighting throughout Europe earning a Bronze Star along along with others medals. After the war William married and began raising his family in Grafton. He worked as a machinist for Bendix in Green Island until his passing. William was a member of The Grafton VFW short article 6340, The Grafton Volunteer Fire Department and was a Committeeman for Boy Scout Troop 534 of Grafton. For more short article call Rensselaer County Veterans Service Agency, 270-2760.

Tuesday, March 15

ART OPENING: EPOCH Assisted Living at Melbourne will certainly host an art opening for the exhibit of local artist Zoe Doucette on Tuesday, March 15 at 6:30 p.m. Born and raised in Vermont and the Berkshires, Doucette’s focus ranges from pen and ink character portraits to large mandalas painted in acrylic. Her job is whimsical, colorful and maintains a sense of minimalism even in its use of intricate detail. This event is free and open to the public yet space is limited. For more short article or to RSVP, please call 413-499-1992. EPOCH Assisted Living at Melbourne is located at 140 Melbourne Road, Pittsfield MA.

Wednesday, March 16

AGELESS BOOK CLUB: The Belgian Congo in 1959 was a time of massive adjustment and “The Poisonwood Bible” by Barbara Kingsolver delves into this change. Join the Ageless Book Discussion Group as they explore these changes through the eyes of Nathan Price and his family. The group meets on the third Wednesday of the month at the Cohoes Public Library at 1:30 p.m. Come and share your thoughts this important time in history as seen through the eyes of a family that lived through it. More short article at http://ift.tt/1Rf8omF under “Book Club.”

MYSTERY BOOK CLUB: Plattsburgh author, Julia Spencer-Fleming has actually won multiple awards for her Adirondack mystery stories. Join the Mystery Book Club on March 16 at 10:30 a.m. for a journey to Millers Kill’s “In the Bleak Midwinter,” the Very first of the Rev. Clare Fergusson/Russ Van Alstyne series. Winter in the Adirondacks can easily be cold and isolated, yet for a newly ordained female Episcopalian priest, that can easily be the least of her problems. Join the book club to share your thoughts on Clare, Russ and murder. More info at http://ift.tt/1Rf8omF under “book club.”

Thursday, March 17

BALLROOM DANCING: EPOCH Assisted Living at Melbourne will certainly welcome the Berkshire Ballroom Dancers on Thursday, March 17 at 6:30 p.m. A chapter of USA Dance, the Berkshire Ballroom Dancers formed more than a decade ago and has actually more than 100 members. Attendees are welcome to participate or enjoy watching the others dancers perform. This event is free and open to the public yet space is limited. For more short article or to RSVP, please call 413-499-1992. EPOCH Assisted Living at Melbourne is located at 140 Melbourne Road, Pittsfield MA.

RENSSELAER LAND TRUST:” The Failure of Markets: How We have actually Changed Our Natural World,” 6 p.m. Rensselaer Land Trust welcomes Dr. John Gowdy, RPI Professor of Environmental Economics to present how changing human activity is affecting the natural globe through the two major transitions in our partnership along with nature: agriculture and fossil fuels. Free and open to the public. Location: East Greenbush Community Library, 10 Community Way, East Greenbush. For more short article 659-5263 or visit www.renstrust.org

TROY SENIOR CENTER: Come celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at The Troy Senior Center, 19 Third Street, in downtown Troy. Enjoy some wonderful entertainment performed by Bob Treffiletti starting at 11 a.m., followed by a delicious Corned beef & cabbage lunch at noon. For reservations please call 270-5348. Don’t forget to wear your green.

Friday, March 18

CANYON COUNTRY TOUR 2016: Today is the deadline to make reservations for La Fédération franco-américaine du brand-new York’s 9-day trip, September 26 to October 4, to the scenic southwest, including Scottsdale, the Grand Canyon, Lake Powell, Bryce and Zion National Parks, Las Vegas, and more. Price per person includes airfare, hotels, motor coach, and 11 meals. Rates vary by number of individuals per room. For details, call Lisa at Plaza Travel at 785-3338 or email lisa@plazatravel.net.

Saturday, March 19

SPRING FEVER PARTY: along with Johnny Rabb’s Big Band, featuring The Tichy Boys and Blue Hand Luke. 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., Troy Italian Community Focus Charitable Foundation, 1450 5th Avenue, Troy Doors open 6 p.m. Tickets: $10 pre-purchase, $12 at the door. Tickets available Wednesdsay – Friday 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Center. The proceeds will certainly tips keep the Soup Kitchen, Free Tax Preparation Service, Empty Bowls Event and numerous more charitable donations going back to the community.

Sunday, March 20

BREAKFAST along with THE EASTER BUNNY: The Cohoes Knights of Columbus will certainly have actually their All you can easily eat Breakfast Buffet on Sunday, March 20, along with the Easter Bunny at 255 Remsen St., Cohoes from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. We have actually an omelet station and hash Adults $8; children under 5 free.

Ongoing

THRIFT SHOP: The Basement on Very first Street, a thrift shop located at St. John’s Episcopal Church on Very first Street in Troy is open Wednesdays and Saturdays from 9 till noon, along with plenty of warm clothing and many others interesting items. During the month of March’s bag special, buy 1 for $4 and get one free. That includes the children’s room. All coats are being offered for $1. The church likewise offers free bread and coffee to all that come in on Saturdays. Come in from the cold, have actually a mug of coffee and bagel and then come into the thrift shop for some terrific deals.

NORTH COUNTRY ARTS: Without missing a beat, North Country Arts is continuing to operate a second Glens Falls location (Very first is Second Floor Gallery at City Hall), this time in the Shirt Factory. Not to be confused along with The Shirt Factory Art Gallery, North Country Arts at the Shirt Factory (Suite 114, Very first floor at 71 Lawrence Street) will certainly sponsor five major community shows, salon style, during the upcoming year. The opening show, “March into Spring”, begins along with a party Friday, February 26, 6 – 8 p.m. The Gallery will certainly be open for customers and art lovers Thursdays through Saturdays 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. until the closing party April 16, 2 to 4 p.m. . North Country Arts is unusual in that all you need to exhibit your art in any of the five shows at the Shirt Factory Gallery, whatever media, is to make the art, make it hangable or displayable, and pay a small hanging fee ($15 for members, $25 for non-members). As along with most professional galleries, a percentage of the selling price you set goes to support NCA. For more details, visit http://ift.tt/21vLnqv or email the manager of the NCA Gallery at the Shirt Factory, Susanne Galligan, susannegalligan@gmail.com.

ADULT COLORING: Make your Monday evenings awesome, beginning February 22, anytime between 5 p.m. and 8 p.m., come to Cheney Library in Hoosick Falls to De-pressure along with Adult Coloring Books. have actually Enjoyable and relax like when you were a kid. We have actually a number of adult coloring manuals and pencils, so that you can easily sit in a warm environment and enjoy yourself.

CHENEY LIBRARY STORY TIME: Cheney Library in Hoosick Falls will certainly begin an 8 week Spring Story Time on February 23 at 10 a.m. in the Story Room. The theme this Spring will certainly be “On Your Mark, Get Set … Read.” We will certainly have actually plenty of stories, finger-plays, songs, crafts and snacks. And of course we will certainly do the Wiggle, Waggle song and all of its motions. So, on your mark, get set and come to Cheney Library at 10 a.m on Tuesdays to have actually Enjoyable along with reading.

CHENEY LIBRARY TAX PREP: The brand-new York State Department of Taxation and Finance and the Office of the Taxpayer Rights Advocate have actually selected Cheney Library as a site to host a Facilitated Self-Advice (FSA) tax preparation during the 2016 income tax filing season. Each Wednesday Joe LaPosta, from the Outreach staff, will certainly be here between the hours of 1 p.m. and 8 p.m. to tips taxpayers do their taxes electronically for free. You will certainly learn simply how simple and fast it can easily be to e-file. If you would certainly be receiving a refund you will certainly get it twice as fast as along with a paper return. You will certainly need to bring: a copy of last year’s tax return; photo ID (such as driver’s license); proof of income (forms W-2, 1098, 1099, any others documents showing income); forms 1095- A, B, C (affordable healthcare statement); health insurance exemption certificate, if received; short article related to any credits that you are claiming; bank account and routing numbers (for direct deposit of your refund); your e-file PIN (if you previously e-filed). If you would certainly like to reserve a place on Wednesday call Cheney Library at 686-9401.

INCOME TAX E-FILING HELP: If your income was below $62,000 last year, you qualify for a fantastic free program. Appointments can easily be made every Monday and Wednesday through April 13, at the Cohoes Public Library along with a NYS Tax Department Employee that will certainly tips you navigate the question-based software and you will certainly learn how to e-file your return. Note – they cannot prepare the return for you simply tips you along with the process. See http://ift.tt/1Rf8omF for more info or call 235-2570 for an appointment.

CHENEY LIBRARY LEGO CLUB: Cheney Library, Hoosick Falls, is expanding the Lego Club. On March 4 and 18, April 1 and 15 the Lego gamers will certainly be fifth and sixth graders. On February 26, March 11 and 25, April 8 and 22 the gamers will certainly be second, third, and fourth graders. The Lego Club meets after school from 4 until 5 p,m, on the main floor of the library. Mary Lucey will certainly be helped along with grades 2 – 4 by Christina White. There are plenty of Legos for everyone to build just what they would certainly like. If you have actually a child in any of these grades that enjoys Legos send them to the library on their Friday.

SPEIGLE ELDERS: The Speigle Elders held their Very first meeting of 2016 at 12:30 p.m. on February 10. along with the exception of holiday and weather scheduling, the club meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month at the Faith Lutheran Church on Route 40 along with speakers and special events scheduled on a monthly basis. At a recent planning session, a tentative calendar discussed for the upcoming year includes a May overnight bus trip to the Amishland in PA, MacHaydn Theater, Racino at Saratoga in September, in-Residence Italian luncheon, an Ice Cream Social, lunch at the Red Lion Inn along with a visit to Norman Rockwell Museum as well as luncheons at area restaurants. Please contact Lois Kewley if you are willing to host one of these numerous events.

SPEIGLE ELDERS BOWLING LEAGUE: The Speigle Elders sponsor a non-sectioned bowling league at the Alpha Lanes in Lansingburgh at noon on Mondays along with practice bowling on Fridays. All groups are seeking brand-new and substitute bowlers. Anyone interested may join the league any Monday at the bowling lanes.

TAX TIME: Every Wednesday running until April 15, the Rensselaer Library,676 East Street, will certainly host NY state Tax Department employees to give free tax preparation Advice for anyone along with an income under $62K a year. This is for both State and Federal taxes. Call 462-1193 to make an appointment.

COMPUTER HELP: Every Tuesday from 1-3 p.m. the Rensselaer Library, 676 East Street, offers drop-in computer and device Advice from an expert from Cornell Cooperative Extension. Bring in your device for tips along with a specific problem, or simply come in to receive common-sense instruction in using computers.

PUBLIC ASTRONOMY PROGRAM: On the third Saturday of every month, the Albany Visitor’s Focus will certainly be holding two public astronomy programs at the Henry Hudson Planetarium. The children’s program will certainly start at 11 a.m. and is an interactive program exploring the stars, planets, comets and constellations in the night sky. Geared for children ages 3-7 and their families. The 1 p.m. Star Sighting Show is likewise an interactive program that identifies the stars, planets, comets and constellations, yet presents tools and techniques for becoming an amateur astronomer. Geared for skywatchers ages 8 and above. 2016 Dates for public planetarium programs: March 19, April 16, May 21, June 18, July 16, August 20, September 17, October 15, November 19, December 17. All tickets are $3. 25 Quackenbush Square, Albany.

FREE SPIRIT FELLOWSHIP: Free Spirit Fellowship of Watervliet is now holding services Thursday evenings at 7 p.m. in the United Methodist Church. The church is located at 1401 1st Avenue. For further info, please call 961-3464.

FREE house BIBLE STUDY: A terrific method to study through the Bible at your convenience. Exciting and informative study that could adjustment your life. Compliments of Free Spirit Fellowship. For more short article call 885-3149

TRANSPORTATION TO SENIOR CENTER: Rensselaer County’s Everett Wagar Senior Center, 2 Roxborough Road in Grafton, offers transportation to the Focus every others Monday, and every Wednesday and Friday for a suggested donation of $1. They will certainly pick up in Cropseyville, Grafton, Petersburg, Berlin and Stephentown. Come join the Enjoyable and a nutritious lunch Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Programs offered at the Focus include yet not limited to; Wii games, cards, dominoes, informational presentations, crafts, scrapbooking classes, yoga and numerous special events. All programs are free and include materials; bring a friend or come make brand-new ones. For more short article or to reserve a van ride call Penny at 279-3413.

CHAIR YOGA: Yoga is a pressure reliever. It improves balance, flexibility and strength. When combined along with light weights, where appropriate, it can easily be even more beneficial. It’s free, it’s Enjoyable and there is no obligation. Wear loose clothing and let’s stretch and relax. Classes are on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 10 a.m. at the Everett Wagar Senior Center, 2 Roxborough Road in Grafton. You may join at any time. It’s a mind and body rejuvenation, yoga is something individuals of all ages and abilities can easily come with each other and do. If you have actually any questions, or would certainly like to join us for lunch after exercise, please contact the Focus at 279-3413.

MEET ME AT DUNCAN’S: have actually you eaten at Duncan’s today? Last week? How about anytime during the last 75 plus years? Visit the Brunswick Historical Society to view the exhibit, “Meet Me at Duncan’s” which highlights the story of Brunswick’s Ideal known dairy bar and its place in community history. The Brunswick Historical Society, located at 605 Brunswick Road (corner of Moonlawn) in Brunswick, has actually its headquarters in the historic 1881 Garfield School, where a research and genealogical library are likewise available to the public. The Society is open Wednesdays, 1 to 4 p.m., Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and by appointment. For further short article about this or others programs held by the Society, please visit www.bhs-ny.org, locate us on Facebook, or call 279-4024.

REVITALIZING A CITY’S SOUL: If you believe that art can easily revitalize a city’s soul, come and check out Choose Cohoes for Art. A group of both artists and non-artists alike, members believe that art is a method to regenerate a city. We are looking for fresh ideas and tips in implementing them. Interested? Check us out on the second Monday of the month at Ragged Edge Studios, 137 Remsen St., Cohoes at 6 p.m. Questions? Send to info@ChooseCohoesForArt.org and check out our Choose Cohoes for Art FaceBook page.

JEWELS OF THE SEA: The ”Jewels of the Sea” seashell exhibit will certainly be open the third Saturday and Sunday of each month, Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday noon to 4 p.m. The exhibit, located at Discovery Hall, Second Street, Troy, is an endeavor dedicated to scientific exploration, discovery, and reconnecting of individuals along with our natural world. Wheelchair accessible. Admission is $5 for Adults; $2 for students 12 and older; Free for kids 11 and under. We are wheelchair accessible. Call 669-0043 for more information.

THE BOOK SELLER: The Book Seller, sponsored by the Friends of the Troy Public Library, is located at the Lansingburgh Branch at 114th Street and 4th Avenue. Hours are Wednesdays from 2 to 6 p.m. and Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. It offers several thousand gently used manuals at bargain prices. Most of the hard cover manuals are fifty cents. Soft cover manuals are twenty five cents. The Book Seller likewise has actually a collection of videos, audio cassettes, and records, as well as a selection of Friends’ signature products including tee-shirts, tote bags, mugs, and note cards.

PITTSTOWN SENIORS: The town of Pittstown Seniors hold their monthly meetings on the Very first Wednesday of the month starting along with a covered dish luncheon at noon. T.O.P.S meetings are held at the Raymertown Fire Residence on Mason Lane. All seniors 55 or over are invited to attend.

BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: Knitting Club now every Thursday 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Story Times, Thursdays 10:30 a.m., Saturdays 11 a.m. 4118 State Highway 2, Troy.

WATERVLIET UNITED METHODIST CHURCH: The church operates the Fabulous Finds Thrift Store, which is open every Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fabulous Finds accepts clean, unsoiled clothing. The church is located at 1401 Very first Avenue, Watervliet. For more information, please call 273-0191, Ext. 4.

CAPITAL VIEW TOASTMASTERS CLUB: It is more than simply public speaking, Learn a variety of communication and leadership skills. Capital View Toastmasters Club meets the Very first and third Wednesday of each month from noon to 1 p.m. at the East Greenbush Library. Contact capitalview.toastmastersclubs.org.

WEEKLY CAR CRUISE: DJ John’s Cruizin’ Route 4, every Friday, 5 to 9 p.m., at The Eatery’s driving range, 391 Rt. 4, East Greenbush. Any aged vehicle welcome. One free ice cream cone per car, 50/50 raffles and “The Weekly Eatery Pick and DJ Pick.” For more information, call DJ John at 857-7583.

BINGO: Bingo is back at Manchester Eagles, Route 11/30, Manchester Center, Vt., second and fourth Tuesdays of the month. Doors open at 5:45 p.m. and Early Bird starts 6:45 p.m. Any questions call 802-375-2801 or 802-362-2025.

ORAL HISTORY PROJECT: The Worldwide Focus of the Capital Region is initiating the Capital Region Immigration Oral History Project, which will certainly collect and preserve the first-hand interviews of Capital Region immigrants. If you would certainly like to share your immigrant experience, contact the Worldwide Focus at 708-7608 or info@iccralbany.org.

YEAR-ROUND RECYCLING: Zion’s United Church of Christ of Taborton receives the following items for recycling in the Blue Box next to the front door of the Church Hall: clothing, belts, blankets, drapery, hats, hand bags, paired shoes, sheets, sneakers, towels and stuffed animals. In the Greenfiber green recycling container, in the church parking lot, the church receives newspapers, phone books, office paper, cardboard, cereal boxes, magazines, brown paper bags and construction paper. Donate all used items to Doors of Chance in West Sand Lake. Donate used furniture to the furniture program of Troy Area United Ministries. Call TAUM at 274-5920, ext. 204, Tiara Burnett, to arrange for a pick up.

FOOD PANTRY: Faith’s Pantry at Grace Church, 34 Third St. is open by appointment. The emergency Meals pantry is open from 10 a.m. to noon each Friday. The pantry is likewise open 7 to 8 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month and from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on the fourth Thursday of each month. To make an appointment, call 237-7370.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: The Saratoga County Office for the Aging needs volunteers to tips deliver meals to home-bound seniors throughout Saratoga County. Delivery takes about an hour. Training/orientation provided. Call Billie Jo or Carmella at the Office for the Aging at 363-4020 or 363-4033 for details.

Upcoming

NCAA HOCKEY EAST REGIONAL TICKETS: The 2016 NCAA Division I Men’s Ice Hockey East Regional, hosted by ECAC Hockey, RPI and Union College, returns to the Times Union Focus in Albany on Saturday, March 26 and Sunday, March 27. Single-Session tickets are now on sale. Four groups will certainly compete in two games during Session 1 on Saturday. The two winning groups advance to Session 2 on Sunday. The winner of the Sunday game advances to the NCAA Men’s Frozen Four in Tampa FL. In addition to Single-Session tickets, All-Session passes could be purchased. All-Session is a two-day package and includes one ticket to each session. Single-Session tickets are $45 for adults, $35 for students and seniors, $25 for children ages 2-12. All-Session passes are $80 for adults, $40 for students, seniors and children ages 2-12.

CELEBRATE FILM IN NY: The brand-new York State Museum announces a brand-new film program series, “Celebrate Film in brand-new York”, featuring films shot in upstate brand-new York. Produced in partnership along with the brand-new York State Governor’s Office of Motion Picture & Television Development, the Albany Film Commission, and Youth FX, the “Celebrate Film in brand-new York” screenings will certainly be presented as a special focus of the Museum’s regular monthly Cinema Sundays film program, beginning February 28 along with “Muhammad Ali’s Greatest Fight,” in honor of Black History Month. The lineup continues along with “Robot & Frank” (Samuel Goldwyn Films, 2012) on March 20, “The Age Of Innocence” (Columbia Pictures, 1993) on April 17, and Youth FX Shorts Program and Scenes from “As You Are” (2016) on May 1. All showings are at 2 p.m. Admission is free.

MOUNTAIN DULCIMER MUSIC FEST: Friday through Sunday, March 4, 5, 6. Workshops on Friday from 3 p.m. to 5:15 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Open Stage at 4 p.m. on Saturday. Friday concert by workshop leaders at 7 p.m. Saturday concert by featured artists Susan Trump and Jeff Furman at 7:30 p.m. Sunday hymn sing at 9 a.m. Calvary United Methodist Church,15 Ridge Place, Latham. Sales area plus used instruments, builders, and jamming. Meals and rental instruments available. Chose from over 45 topics for all playing levels. Learn to play America’s own folk instrument. Full festival fee $75, students $35. One-day rates available. Handicapped accessible. Sponsored by the Dulcimer Association of Albany. Information: 762-7516, or http://ift.tt/1Rf8quR.

PRISON-INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX: Williams College will certainly host a two-day symposium on Wednesday and Thursday, March 2-3, featuring several activists working to abolish the prison industrial complex (PIC). Research says the PIC incarcerates trans women of color at alarming rates. The symposium will certainly look at the cross-cultural movement to adjustment the system through workshops, discussions, and films. Symposium events include: March 2, 4:30 p.m., Hardy House. Gender and sexuality workshop along with Emani Love; 7 p.m., Goodrich Hall. Panel discussion along with CeCe McDonald and Jason Lydon. March 3, Noon, Jenness House. Lunch discussion along with CeCe McDonald, Jason Lydon, dream hampton, and Emani Love. RSVP at http://goo.gl/forms/qehdVhjs6A; 7 p.m., Paresky Auditorium. Screening of hampton’s film “Treasure.” A post-film discussion will certainly include hampton, Emani Love, and Aishah Shahidah Simmons. All events are free and open to the public.

PHOTO EXHIBIT:Nature At Your Doorstep photo exhibit, March 1 – April 30, Albany Heritage Area Visitors Center, 25 Quackenbush Square, Albany. This photo exhibit highlights the natural beauty that can easily be found in our own backyards and neighborhoods. numerous of the region’s most popular natural areas are showcased, from the overlook at Thacher Park to the mighty Hudson and Mohawk Rivers, as well as the grasslands, pine bush, forests and ponds that span our area. Opening reception – March 10, 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. through March 31; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. starting April 1; Saturdays 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Sundays 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free admission. For more short article visit www.naturelogues.com or Facebook http://ift.tt/21vLnqz.

CASTING FOR SHORT FILMS: The Saratoga Film Academy is currently casting for four short films ready to go into production in the spring of 2016. The students have actually been writing and developing these projects since October 2015. Anyone interested in participating in one or more of the projects can easily please send headshots, age, and contact info to Jon Dorflinger at saratogafilm@gmail.com. Scripts are available for interested candidates. Auditions will certainly be held on February 28.

SCHENECTADY CIVIC PLAYERS:”Measure For Measure” by William Shakespeare. Directed by Aaron Holbritter. March 11, 12, 13 and 16 thru 20. Fridays & Saturdays at 8 p.m., Wednesday & Thursday at 7:30 p.m., Sundays at 2:30 p.m. Schenectady Civic Players, 12 S. Church St., Schenectady. $17. For more short article call 382-2081 or visit www.civicplayers.org.

CANYON COUNTRY TOUR 2016: La Fédération franco-américaine du brand-new York is sponsoring a 9-day trip, September 26 to October 4, to the scenic southwest, including Scottsdale, the Grand Canyon, Lake Powell, Bryce and Zion National Parks, Las Vegas, and more. Price per person includes airfare, hotels, motor coach, and 11 meals. Rates vary by number of individuals per room. For details, call Lisa at Plaza Travel at 785-3338 or email lisa@plazatravel.net. Reservations are requested by March 18; this is a wonderful tour that usually sells out fast.

LENTEN FISH FRY DINNERS: Come-One-Come-All to the Transfiguration Parish Annual Fish Fry. The Fish Fry Dinners will certainly be every Friday during the Lenten season (except Good Friday) at the South Site Parish Hall, 50 Hillview Drive in Speigletown. The dates are March 4, 11, and 18. You can easily either eat in or take out along with dinners being served from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. Dinners will certainly include a fish, fry, coleslaw and French Fries. Macaroni and Cheese will certainly likewise be on the menu.

COLUMBIA PLAYERS: Columbia gamers presents “Anything Goes.” a family-friendly musical. March 4 – 5 at 7 p.m., March 6 at 2 p.m. Columbia High School Auditorium, 962 Luther Road, East Greenbush. Tickets: $13/adult, $10/student/senior, under 3 free. Fish Dinner – $9, Cole Slaw $2, French Fries $2, Fish Fry $4.50, Mac ‘n Cheese, $4.50. Desserts and drinks will certainly likewise be available for purchase. Please come enjoy a delicious dinner.

BERKSHIRE SYMPHONY: The Williams College Department of Music presents the Berkshire Symphony in concert along along with a host of associated events. Piano Master Class along with soloist Vassily Primakov; Thursday March 3, at 4:15 p.m. in Brooks-Rogers Recital Hall Pre-Concert Talk along with conductor Ronald Feldman; Friday March 4, at 7:15 p.m. in Brooks-Rogers Recital Hall Berkshire Symphony featuring Vassily Primakov, piano; Friday March 4, at 8 p.m. in Chapin Hall Berkshire Symphony Family Concert, Ronald Feldman, conductor; Saturday March 5, at 2: p.m. in Chapin Hall All of these events are free and open to the public. Chapin Hall is located at 54 Chapin Hall Drive in Bernhard Music Focus on the Williams College campus. See http://ift.tt/21vLlio

HAY SCHOOL: Cornell Cooperative Extension is holding a Collection of Hay Schools in early March. The classes will certainly run from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. each day. During the Very first week of the two meeting series, Kevin Ganoe, Regional Field Crop Specialist for Cornell Cooperative Extension will certainly discuss how to maintain, renovate and establish hay fields. During week two Aaron Gabriel, Agronomy Educator for the Cornell Cooperative Extension Capital Area Agriculture and Horticulture Program will certainly talk about how to make high quality hay and baleage and how to store it to maintain that quality. March 2 and 9, CCE Saratoga Office, 50 West High Street, Ballston Spa. March 3 and 10, CCE Schoharie Extension Office, 173 South Grand St, Cobleskill. Pre-registration is called for and need to be completed no later than February 26. Registration is $20 per person and $10 for additional individuals from same farm (one set of handouts per group). You can easily register online by bank credit card at http://ift.tt/1Rf8oD9 or call 315.866.7920 or email herkimer@cornell.edu.

EASTER BASKET SALE: Homemade/made-to-order Easter baskets for sale at the Watervliet United Methodist Church, 1401 1st Avenue, Watervliet. $5, $10, $15 $20. Easter baskets will certainly include candy, craft item and stuffed animals. Call273-0191, Ext. 4 to place your order. Made up baskets available starting March 5. Last pickup date Friday, March 25.

CIRCLE THEATRE PLAYERS: Join Sand Lake Focus for the Arts – Circle Theatre gamers as they present the heartwarming comedy “Miracle on South Division Street.” Written by Tom Dudzick, directed by Val Kavanaugh and Sue Frost. The play opens Mar 11 and continues Mar 12,17,18, and 19 at 8pm, and Mar 13 and 20 at 2:30pm. In the spirit of Clara’s soup kitchen if you bring a canned good to be donated to “Doors of Hope” you will certainly get $2. off your ticket. Tickets are $18 adults, $10 under 18. Prepaid reservations can easily be made at www.slca-ctp.org or call 674-2007. SLCA is located at 2880 NY 43, Averill Park, is fully handicapped accessible , along with free parking.

WRITING & SELLING YOUR BOOK: The course “No Excuses: Writing and Selling Your Book” will certainly be held on Mondays, April 4, 11 and 18 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Schenectady County Community College. Instructor Pauline Bartel, an award-winning writer and author of seven published books, will certainly discuss the step-by-step process of transforming an idea into a published book, including creating a book proposal, finding agents and publishers and guiding a book to publishing success. Course fee is $85. A called for coursebook ($15) is available from the instructor on the Very first night of class. Register online at http://ift.tt/21vLlyE. Visit http://ift.tt/1Rf8oDb for further information.

YOGA AT THE LIBRARY: The Troy Public Library’s Lansingburgh Branch. 27 114th Street, in conjunction along with the Troy YMCA, will certainly offer Yoga classes on Wednesdays, through April 6 (no class March 16) at 5:45 p.m. This is an all level yoga class that will certainly invigorate your body and reduce stress. You will certainly experience traditional yoga poses, stretching, breathing and relaxation techniques which will certainly improve your flexibility, balance, strength and overall wellness. Please bring your own mat. This program is free and open to the public. You may register for one class or all six. Please make reservations by calling the library at 235-5310.

ZUMBA AT THE LIBRARY: The Troy Public Library’s Lansingburgh Branch, 27 114th Street, in conjunction along with the Troy YMCA, will certainly offer Zumba Fitness classes on Mondays, through March 28 at 5:45 p.m. Come for one hour of fun, aerobic dancing. Burn calories and sculpt your body to exciting Worldwide rhythms. This class will certainly be taught by a certified Zumba instructor. This program is free and open to the public. You may register for one class or all six. Please make reservations by calling the library at 235-5310.

MID-LENT BRUNCH: La Fédération franco-américaine du brand-new York (FeFANY) invites everyone to our Mid-Lent Brunch (La mi-Carême) on Saturday, March 5, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Catered by Joe Forget, the brunch will certainly be held at The Venue (former St. Joseph’s Church), 65 Congress Street, Cohoes. Cost is $23 for adults; $10 for children ages 6-12. Reservations are called for no later than Friday, February 26. Send a check made payable to FeFANY to – FeFANY, PO Box 354, Cohoes, NY, 12047. Follow La Federation events on Facebook and the Web.

FISH FRY: Every Friday in Lent, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Cohoes-Waterford Elks, 45 N. Mohawk Street, Cohoes. Take out or eat in. Call 235-3222 for more information.

SCHENECTADY CIVIC PLAYERS: Open auditions for Bruce Norris’s “Clybourne Park,” directed by Chris Foster. At Schenectady Civic Playhouse, 12 So. Church St.,Schenectady. Tuesday, March 1 and Thursday, March 3, at 7:30 p.m. Sign-ups begin at 7 pm. (Performance dates May 6 thru 15.) Roles for four men and three women, Caucasion & African American, 20s to 50s. More short article www.civicplayers.org or 382-2081.

ALBACON: Albacon is the Capital District’s own science fiction and fantasy convention. This year’s Albacon runs March 4 – 6 at the very best Western Albany Airport Inn, 200 Wolf Road. Albany. David Weber, author of the Honor Harrington and Safehold SF novels, is this year’s Author Guest of Honor. Ramsey Campbell, terrific Britain’s greatest living horror writer, is this year’s Horror Guest of Honor. Heidi Hooper, the “dryer lint lady,” is this year’s Artist Guest of Honor. Dawn “Kaijugal” McKechnie, well-known cosplayer and costumer, is this year’s Fan Guest of Honor. Memberships: $35 for full weekend; $10 for Saturday only. Visit http://ift.tt/21vLnGP or http://ift.tt/1Rf8quX for more information. Albacon is hosted by the Latham-Albany-Schenectady-Troy Science Fiction Association, Inc., a not-for-profit 501(c)3 corporation.

PIRATE SHIP RAFFLE: Raffle tickets are on sale now for a Mega Blocks Pirate Ship, generously donated by the Siver Family. All Raffle tickets are $1 each, or 6 for $5. This amazing collectible is a Mega Blocks Pirates of the Caribbean: Flying Dutchman Ship. Come see it on display at the Nassau Free Library, 18 Church Street. Drawing to be held at the Summer Reading Kickoff Party, June 2016. Proceeds benefit the Nassau Free Library. For short article call 766-2715, email director@nassaufreelibrary.org, or visit http://ift.tt/1zZ5pHX.

ELMER A. GROGAN SCHOLARSHIP: Applications are being accepted for the scholarship award of $250 for the very best essay on “just what Freedom Means To Me” by a graduating senior from Brunswick Central School District or Berlin Central School District that is continuing his or her education. The essay need to not be much less than 250 words and not more than 500 words. The scholarship is being given by the Carner, Etman, Smith V.F.W. short article 6340 in memory of a former member Elmer A. Grogan. The deadline for applications is April 29th. Applications are available at the assistance counselor offices of both high schools and need to be mailed to Carner, Etman, Smith V.F.W. short article 6340, PO Box 361, Grafton, NY 12082, attn: Commander Richard Terpening

HIGH & MIGHTY THERAPEUTIC RIDING: High and Mighty Therapeutic Riding and Driving Focus 501(C)(3) announces registration is now open for its Spring Program. High and Mighty’s mission is to give equine-assisted activities to individuals along with special needs along with the goal of boosting their physical, emotional and spiritual well being. Please call 672-4202, email info@high-n-mighty.org or visit high-n-mighty.org to locate out more.

CALL FOR ART: The Lower Adirondack Regional Arts Council (LARAC) invites artists/artisans to apply for booth space in their 45th annual juried June Arts Festival, Saturday and Sunday, June 18-19. All applications received after February 29 will certainly be subject to a $15 late fee. All great artists and artisans are invited to apply along with no geographic or LARAC Membership restrictions. Categories of artwork include, yet are not limited to: Ceramics/Pottery, Decorative Painting, Graphics/Illustration, Fabric/Fiber, Floral, Glasswork, Jewelry, Leather, Metalwork, Mixed Media, great Arts, Photography, Beauty Products, Culinary Arts* (some restrictions apply), and Wood. All job need to be of original design handcrafted by the artist. finish guidelines and the Festival application can easily be downloaded at www.larac.org or please contact Festival Coordinator, Phil Casabona at 798-1144 ext.2 or festivals@larac.org.

CALLING ALL CRAFTERS: The brand-new York State Office of General Services Special Events Office seeks craft promoters to host seasonal craft shows at the Empire State Plaza for the 2016 season. Promoters and their crafters have actually an opportunity to showcase and sell items to the approximately 15,000 individuals that job at and visit the Plaza throughout the year. Interested promoters need to send a letter of interest along with: company bio, resume and history; company contact short article and website; a short company/artist statement; a listing of professional references along with contact names and numbers; a listing of represented artists or craft vendors; photographs of represented artists and craft vendors’ work/items for sale. This documentation need to be submitted by February 29 to NYS Office of General Services, Special Events Office, Empire State Plaza, Concourse Room 120, Albany NY 12242. Seasonal Craft shows are hosted on the Concourse level throughout the year, typically Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more short article e-mail OGS.sm.Special.Events@ogs.ny.gov or call 474-4759.

LANSINGBURGH LIBRARY NUTRITION SERIES: The Troy Public Library’s Lansingburgh branch, 27 114th Street, in conjunction along with the Rensselaer County Cornell Cooperative Extension, will certainly offer their Eat Healthy, Be Active Collection on Thursdays, March 3, 17 and 31 and April 7 from 1 to 2 p.m. Come learn how to Read Meals Labels, Understand Unit Pricing and Eat Healthier on a Budget. This program is free and open to the public. You may register for one class or all six. Please make reservations by calling the library at 235-5310.

BERKSHIRE CONCERT CHOIR REHEARSALS: Beginning Wednesday, February 24 at 7 p.m. at Pittsfield High School, East Street, for a Sunday May 22 concert of music of terrific Poets/terrific Composers. Paula Nuss is the Artistic Director. Singers of all ages are welcome. No audition required. Dues $40 per person. For more short article call (413) 442-6210.

COHOES PUBLIC LIBRARY STUDIO TIME: Do you want to do more art yet can easily never locate the time? Ann Reilly, local artist, has actually a solution. Ann has actually arranged along with the Cohoes Public Library for some “studio” time to paint, draw or even simply color. On Wednesdays, 2/17, 2/24, 3/2 and 3/9, from 6 – 7:30 pm, join individuals of like mind to pursue which ever medium you choose. While there will certainly be some coloring manuals and colored pencils available, to be sure you have actually just what you need, please bring your own supplies. Additional info at http://ift.tt/1Rf8omF.

ART OF PERSONAL ESSAYS: Transform the ordinary events of your life into extraordinary personal essays. Explore the step-by-step process in “Writing From Your Heart: The Art of Personal Essays,” a course that will certainly be held on Thursdays, March 3, 10 and 17, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Hudson Valley Community College. Instructor and award-winning author Pauline Bartel will certainly examine the process of using writing games to unlock personal experiences, choosing the most effective essay style, shaping experiences into a Very first draft and allowing reader reaction to refine the draft into a polished essay. Course fee is $59, which includes a coursebook. To register, telephone 629-7339. Visit http://ift.tt/1Rf8oDb for more information.

NUTRITION PROGRAM: The Troy Public Library, 100 Second Street, in conjunction along with the Rensselaer County Cornell Cooperative Extension, will certainly offer their Eat Healthy, Be Active Collection on Tuesdays through March 8 from 4 to 5 p.m. Come learn how to Read Meals Labels, Understand Unit Pricing and Eat Healthier on a Budget. This program is free and open to the public. You may register for one class or all six. Please make reservations by calling the library at 274-7071.

BRAIN BEE: Albany Medical Center’s Focus for Neurosciences and Neuropharmocology will certainly host its Very first local Brain Bee competition at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 27 in its Huyck Auditorium, 43 brand-new Scotland Avenue. Students ages 13-19 that are interested in the brain and neuroscience are invited to compete versus their peers for a possibility to participate in the Regional Brain Bee in Baltimore, MD. High school students will certainly answer questions about the brain and its vital functions and will certainly have actually an opportunity to meet and network along with neuroscientists, neurologists and neurosurgeons. An informational session for interested students will certainly be held at noon Saturday, Feb. 6 in the Huyck Auditorium at Albany Medical Center. For more information, visit www.amc.edu/brainbee, or contact Julia Prusik at albanybrainbee@gmail.com.

GRACE CHURCH LENTEN SERVICES: Ash Wednesday Eucharist Services will certainly begin at noon and 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 10 at Grace Church, 34 Broad St., Waterford. The Rev. Kathy Alonge-Coons will certainly celebrate Palm Sunday Services at 7:30 and 9:30 a.m. on March 20. Rick Hacker will certainly perform as organist. Deacon Denise Moore will certainly assist. During Holy Week Monday, March 21 through Good Friday, March 25 Morning Prayer will certainly begin at 8 a.m. A Maundy Thursday Liturgy of the Holy Eucharist and covered dish supper will certainly begin at 6 p.m. March 24. Good Friday Services will certainly be held at noon and 7 p.m. March 25. Walking the method of the Cross through the village of Waterford will certainly start after the noon service. An Easter Vigil Service will certainly begin at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 26. Easter Holy Eucharist will certainly begin at 7:30 and 9:30 a.m. Sunday, March 27. For more information, call the Episcopal parish at 237-7370 or visit gracewaterford.org.

NORTHCOUNTRYARTS: NorthCountryARTS will certainly celebrate the opening of its Member Exhibition at the 2nd Floor Gallery in Glens Falls City Hall, located at 42 Ridge St. in downtown Glens Falls. The exhibition features the works of its members including pieces in acrylics, wood, oils, watercolors, fabric, jewelry and others mixed media. All items will certainly be for sale. The exhibit runs through Friday, February 26. Gallery hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

WILLIAMS 2016 FACULTY LECTURE SERIES: During February and March, Williams College will certainly sponsor its annual Faculty Lecture Series. Professor of Art Layla Ali will certainly talk about “Relieving the Tedium: On my Attempts to Overthrow a Small Government and More Reflections from my Time as an Artist,” on March 3. On March 10, Morgan S. McGuire, associate professor of computer science, will certainly present “Virtual Reality: The Actuality of ‘Total Cinema.’” The final talk, “Constitutionalizing the American Vice State,” will certainly be presented by Justin Crowe on March 17. All lectures will certainly begin at 4:15 p.m. in Wege Auditorium, Thompson Chemistry, followed by a reception in Schow Atrium. The lectures are free and open to the public.

HIGHLIGHT ACTING TROUPE: The Highlight Acting Troupe presents “Little Women” on Friday and Saturday, February 26 and 27 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, February 28 at 2 p.m. at the Brunswick Grange, Rt. 7 and 142. “Little Women,” written by Louisa May Alcott and adapted by Scott Davidson, will certainly be directed by Ethel LeVan along with Christine LeVan assisting. Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for seniors and students. For reservations call Ethel at 237-6936.

MINDFUL MILE & FIGHT HUNGER 5K: Looking for a method to get in shape while raising money for a good cause? Join the 2nd Annual Mindful Mile & Fight Hunger 5K on Saturday, April 16. While it may seem counter-intuitive, hunger and obesity can easily coexist in the same individual, family, or community. along with 125,000 employees servings millions every day, Sodexho has actually an opportunity to fuel a movement for a change. Join Sodexho and the University at Albany to make a positive difference in the community. 9:30 a.m., University at Albany, 1400 Washington Avenue, Albany. For more short article visit http://ift.tt/1Rf8quZ.

OPALKA GALLERY: Kate Teale: The Housed, through April 10. London-born, brand-new York City-based artist Kate Teale will certainly make an original site-specific wall drawing in the gallery to accompany her exhibition of atmospheric paintings and large-scale drawings of waves and bedsheets that float between figuration and abstraction. “The Housed” travels to the Opalka from Western Michigan University’s Richmond Focus for Visual Arts. Opalka Gallery, the Sage College of Albany, 140 brand-new Scotland Avenue.

EPOCH ART EXHIBIT: EPOCH Assisted Living at Melbourne will certainly “Love & Friendships,” a photography exhibit, throughout the month of February. Produced by Life Enrichment Director and photographer Sherry Pease, “Love & Friendships” is a collection of tender, intimate and striking shots of residents, staff and family members at EPOCH Assisted Living at Melbourne. This exhibit is free and open to the public. For more information, please call 413-499-1992. EPOCH Assisted Living at Melbourne is located at 140 Melbourne Road, Pittsfield.

JOB FAIR: The Focus for Careers and Transfer will certainly host the Community Full Time Job Reasonable on Tuesday, April 5, from 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. located in the McDonough Sports Complex, Hudson Valley Community College. Please register online at http://ift.tt/21vLlyS on or before March 25 to ensure your company name and short article will certainly be listed in the Community Job Reasonable Directory which is given out to all attendees. The registration fee is $100 (Profit) and $70 (Not-for-Profit) for the first representative. Additional representatives fee is $25 (Profit) and $20 (Not-for-Profit). The fee includes an 8 X 10 booth, employer sign, table, chairs, waste basket, continental breakfast and lunch. The Focus for Careers and Transfer staff is available to assist you along with questions or concerns. You may contact the office at 629-7326.

EXHIBITING ARTISTS WORKSHOP SERIES: The Lower Adirondack Regional Arts Council, 7 Lapham Place, Glens Falls, invites artists or community members along with an interest in learning creative techniques to participate in their upcoming workshop Collection along with featured exhibiting artists. All workshops are open to all experience levels. These workshops continue this spring and summer along with “Structured Abstraction along with Paul Rothenstein,” April 16, 1 p.m., Cost: $15 LARAC Members/$25 Non-Members; “Rethinking Embroidery Designs along with Patricia Dolton,” July 16, Cost: $10 LARAC Members/$20 Non-Members. Participants need to pre-register to participate, please call 798-1144 ext.2 or sign up on www.larac.org.

AARP TAX ASSISTANCE: The AARP TaxAide program will certainly begin providing free tax preparation services for reasonable and moderate income residents in Saratoga, Washington and Warren counties in February. The AARP TaxAide program is sponsored by the AARP Foundation in cooperation along with the Internal Revenue Service-IRS. AARP TaxAide counselors are volunteers that are trained in state and federal tax regulations, and are certified by the IRS to give tax preparation services. Tax preparation services will certainly be available through April 15. To locate the location nearest you, go to http://ift.tt/1z6RXDV. Then call the listed phone number to schedule an appointment. If you do not have actually access to the internet, call 1-888-227-7669 for assistance.

LENTEN FISH DINNERS: The Cohoes Knight of Columbus will certainly have actually their fish dinners every Friday during Lent through March 25 at the Council Hall, 255 Remsen St. Dinner time is 4 p.m. through 6:30 p.m. Menu includes Fish Fry Dinner and Scallop Dinner along with two choices of French Fries, Coleslaw or Mac and Cheese for $8. Fish Fry, or scallop $5. likewise available: clam chowder $2.50, onion rings $2.50 French Fries $1.50. Take-out is available and local delivery is available from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

BERKSHIRE BANK SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM: Berkshire Bank has actually announced it will certainly honor 30 high school seniors in Massachusetts, brand-new York, Connecticut and Vermont for their volunteer service through their foundation’s annual Scholarship Awards Program. The program will certainly award $45,000 in total scholarship dollars to students that have actually exemplified community service through their volunteer efforts, have actually succeeded academically, demonstrate a financial need, and attend a higher school located in a county along with a Berkshire Bank office. Applicants need to have actually a minimum 3.0 GPA and a family household income under $75,000 to be eligible to apply. Students need to apply online by Wednesday March 23. Students may apply online though the Bank’s website at http://ift.tt/21vLnGX. To be considered, all applications need to be submitted online by March 23 at 4 p.m. Additional short article about this year’s program can easily be obtained through the bank’s website or by contacting Berkshire Bank Foundation at scholarshipinfo@berkshirebank.com.

RUSSIAN Food preparation & CULTURE: The Worldwide Focus of the Capital Region offers a three-part course on Russian Food preparation and Russian Culture. Offered one evening each month over a three-month period (Feb. 2, March 1 and April 12), participants will certainly enjoy the flavor of Russian cuisine along with traditional hands-on participatory Food preparation lessons. This Food preparation series, which will certainly be held at the Celtic Hall on brand-new Karner Road in Colonie, is being offered in conjunction along with brand-new Russian Cultural Focus along with its president, Tanya Deptola, instructing. The cost for the Collection is $60 for Worldwide Focus members ($20/per) and $75 for not-yet members ($25/per). Space is limited. To reserve your spot please call the Worldwide Focus at 708-7608. UNION COLLEGE ART EXHIBITS: “Slippery Slope” by Georgie Friedman, Peter Irving Wold Center, Atrium, Second Floor, through November 2016. Website: http://ift.tt/1Rf8qv0 “Recurrence,” through April 10, 2016, Mandeville Gallery, 2nd floor of the Nott Memorial. http://ift.tt/21vLlyU. “LIFE as Art,” Digital Prints by Arielle Singer, through March 20, 2016, Wikoff Student Gallery, 3rd floor of the Nott Memorial; http://ift.tt/1Rf8oDh.

BATTENKILL CHORALE SEEKS MEMBERS: The Battenkill Chorale, Janet McGhee, artistic director, is accepting endured choral singers for their spring concert featuring “The globe Beloved: A Bluegrass Mass” by Carol Barnett along with guest artists Monroe Crossing. The Battenkill Chorale has actually open enrollment, along with auditions for vocal placement and solos only. Singers need to be endured choral singers possessing good sight-reading skills and vocal technique. Rehearsals are on Thursday evenings from 7:30 to 9:45 p.m. either at Hubbard Hall, 25 East Main Street, or Cambridge United Presbyterian Church, both in Cambridge. brand-new members will certainly be accepted through February 4. Concert dates are May 7 and 8 at Immaculate Conception Church in Hoosick Falls. There is a $35 membership fee per concert program, plus the cost of music. To pre-register, call 677-8233 or email battenkill@mindspring.com.

IMPROV CLASSES: “Improv is a terrific method to loosen up, locate your inner comic, meet fascinating people, and most of all, have actually fun.” Members of the Mop & Bucket Co. will certainly be on hand at the Sand Lake Focus for the Arts to introduce you to the basics of this wonderful art form. Something brand-new each week. If you’ve never taken an improv class, or if you have, and want to play, this is the class for you. $100 for the Collection of 4 or $30 each. Prepaid registration online at slca-ctp.org or by calling 674-2007. SLCA is located at 2880 NY43, Averill Park, and is fully handicapped accessible along with plenty of free parking.

FESTIVAL CELEBRATION CHOIR: The Festival Celebration Choir welcomes brand-new singers and invites all former singers to re-join for its 30th year of concerts and celebrations. Rehearsals are Mondays, 7 to 9:15 p.m., beginning Sept. 14 at Very first Lutheran Church of Albany, 181 Western Ave. Please contact Donald Drew, at drewd3@rpi.edu, 274-9966 or Festival Celebration Choir, P.O. Box 3731, Albany, 12203.

COHOES PUBLIC LIBRARY: The Cohoes Public Library, in conjunction along with the Cohoes Senior Center, invites seniors to take the van to the library on the Very first and third Wednesday of the month. They can easily peruse the books, use the computer, participate in the knitting/crocheting group, join a special book club (the 3rd Wednesday of the month) and participate in others specially designed programs. There will certainly be tips in signing up for library cards and in use of the computers. Additional info on the website and Facebook.

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Thursday, March 3, 2016

Community calendar from March 3 – Troy Record