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Monday, August 7, 2023 AIRPORT AUTHORITY MEETING: The Albany County Airport Authority will hold an Audit Committee meeting on Monday, August 7, 2023 at 9:45 am. The meeting will be held in the

Monday, August 7, 2023

AIRPORT AUTHORITY MEETING: The Albany County Airport Authority will hold an Audit Committee meeting on Monday, August 7, 2023 at 9:45 am. The meeting will be held in the Conference Room in the 3rd Floor Conference Room located in the Main Terminal at the Albany International Airport, Albany.

SYCAWAY SENIORS: Need a diversion in your life? Food, fun and friends await you. Bring a friend or neighbor to the Sycaway Seniors group. Members live all over Rensselaer County, not just Sycaway. We meet the first and third Mondays each month at 18 Keyes Lane, at the Brunswick Community Center from noon to 3 p.m. Bring your own lunch. We supply dessert and drinks. Nancy McCloskey of Brunswick is our President. She can be reached at 518 279-0847. Dues are $10 yearly. Stop in for a visit, all are welcome. Bingo and 50/50 are held at each meeting. Cards are only three for $2. Hope to see you there.

Tuesday, August 8, 2023

IRONWORKS PRESENTATION: At the Homestead at the Waterford Historical Museum and Cultural Center, 2 Museum Lane, Waterford. 7pm, admission $10. Join us inside the museum for “Erastus Corning & His Ironworks,” a presentation by Michael P. Barrett on Tuesday, August 8th. Erastus Corning (1794-1872) got started in Troy, making most of his fortune in railroads, including iron tracks and hook-headed railroad spikes.Tickets are available at the door, but call us at 518-238-0809 to reserve your seat.

FREE KIDS MOVIE: The Palace Theatre’s Summer in the City Movie Series, presented by Broadview Federal Credit Union, offers free, family-friendly movies to children and families from neighborhoods around the Palace in downtown Albany, with targeted outreach to low-income and underserved families in the City. For each show, doors open at Noon with educational activities provided by Whitney Young Health Center, Ten Broeck Mansion, and other local partnering organizations. Movies begin at 1 pm. Free popcorn is provided to all children 12 and under. Free tickets are available in advance at the Palace Theatre Box Office at 19 Clinton Ave. during regular business hours or reserved online at https://bit.ly/SITCPal. Individual Groups, Day Care, and Summer Camps looking to reserve a block of tickets can call 518.465.3335, ext. 121 or email [email protected]. For more information, call 518.465.4663 or visit www.palacealbany.org. August 8 - Puss in Boots: The Last Wish.

LIBRARY COMMITTEE MEETINGS: At the Troy Public Library, 100 2nd Street. Finance Committee at 5:00 pm, Board of Trustees at 5:30 pm.

PLANNING COMMITTEE MEETING: August 8 from 2-4pm, at the Cohoes Senior Center. Over the next 5 months, The City of Cohoes needs your input and participation in developing the future of downtown Cohoes. The meeting is open to the public, and will cover engagement updates, revitalization strategies, and Downtown Revitalization Initiative proposed project evaluation criteria. Project proposals received through the open call process will be summarized. For more information contact [email protected] or visit the DRI website at https://cohoesdri.squarespace.com/.

MAGICIANS MEETING: The local group of The Society of American Magicians, Assembly #24, meets at 7 PM on the second Tuesday of the month at the S. W. Pitts Hose Co. of Latham, 226Old Loudon Road, Latham. 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 website: WWW.SAM24.SYNTHASITE.COM.

ICC BINGO: The Italian Community Center Charitable Foundation hosts Bingo night on Tuesdays. Doors open at 5 p.m. at 1450 Fifth Avenue, Troy. Food and beverages will be sold.

PATHFINDERS MEETING: Pathfinders of Redemption Church of Christ will hold a weekly meeting from 6-7:30 pm at the church, 1511 6th Ave. in Watervliet. All are welcome to join. Call 518-272-7848 for more information.

COMMUNITY MEAL: YWCA of the Greater Capital Region, Inc., located at 21 First St. in Troy, serves a weekly community meal from 5 to 6 p.m. each Tuesday. It is a free-of-charge, to-go dinner provided for YWCA residents as well as anyone in the community. All are welcome to join us each week for a free, nutritious cooked meal. Meals are prepared by a variety of volunteers including but not limited to YWCA-GCR staff, residents, community members and students. Residents are encouraged to participate in preparation of the meals and will be assisted by staff in menu planning, shopping and time management. We serve an average of 75 people per week. The YWCA-GCR also partners with community organizations to set up booths at weekly Community Meal to advertise, promote and engage guests in services. Residents and community members can call the YWCA-GCR at (518) 274-7100 to find out Tuesday’s menu. More information about this program is available online at www.ywca-gcr.org.

COMMUNITY DINNER: Redemption Church of Christ serves a free dinner every Tuesday from 4-6 pm at the church, 1511 6th Ave. in Watervliet. All are welcome. A takeout option is available. Delivery is available for those not able to attend in person. Call 518-272-7848 for more information.

KAYAKING: At Moreau Lake State Park, 605 Old Saratoga Road, Gansevoort. 9 am. Join an educator on a peaceful morning paddle around Moreau Lake. Limited rentals are available, or bring your own kayak. This program is for people 18 and older. The cost is $5 or $15 including kayak rental. Check in and pay (cash or check) at the office upon arrival. Registration is required at least 24 hours in advance, text 518-917-2174.

MCKRELLS IN CONCERT: At the Saratoga National Historical Park Visitor Center, 648 Route 32, Stillwater. Noon. Join us for the return of Music at the Battlefield! The McKrells will bring their rousing brand of Bluegrass to top of the hill next to the Visitor Center. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy the exhilarating sounds along with the beautiful and historic views.

Wednesday, August 9, 2023

STORYTELLING NIGHT: At First United Methodist Church, 1 Gilligan Rd. East Greenbush, 7pm. The community is invited to our free storytelling event. The all-female Irish band Triskele will be talking about their history and playing a few songs . This event will be outside weather permitted, please bring a lawn chair . We will be inside if it rains.

STRENGTHENING FAMILIES PROGRAM: Wednesdays, July 26 – August 9, 12:00 – 1:30 pm, In-person at the Connections to Care Family Opportunity Center, 31 Walter St., Albany. The Strengthening Families Program is a three-week interactive series of workshops that allow parents/caregivers to spend special time with their youth and help them be successful. During each session, parents/caregivers and their youth will learn ways to build on existing strengths, improve communications skills, and have fun together as a family. Lunch is provided each day and families will win a family game night gift bag for attending all three days! Advanced registration is required by July 21 by email at [email protected]. Please address registration requests to Maria. Please provide names of family members attending along with youth ages. Please note any dietary restrictions.

MADE BY HAND: At First United Methodist Church, 1 Gilligan Rd. East Greenbush, Room 16, 6-7:30 pm. Everyone, any age, is invited to help us make SOFT HATS for kids with cancer (hatsgiving.org). Hats will be sewn, knitted or crocheted. Learn a new skill or teach it to others. If your child is attending Vacation Bible School this is a perfect time for you to stay and chat with our group. Materials will be supplied. Please contact us if you have questions. [email protected] or [email protected].

LAKE BONITA HIKE: At Moreau Lake State Park, 605 Old Saratoga Road, Gansevoort. 9 am. Join an educator on a guided hike around the lovely Lake Bonita. This is a beginner hike with few steep hills on a 1.7 mile loop. Wear sturdy, waterproof footwear. Reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance. The cost is $5 for adults (18+) and $1 per child, payable by cash or check at the office upon your arrival. To reserve your spot text 518-917-2174.

HALFMOON FARMERS MARKET: The Halfmoon Farmer’s Market offers fresh, local, delicious, and nutritious products from farms, along with specialty items from area crafters and vendors. It runs year-round in Abele Park every Wednesday from 3-6 pm. For more information, call (518) 371-7410, extension 2200.

Thursday, August 10, 2023

SIDEWALK WARRIORS: Each Thursday evening in the parking lot at 35 State St. in Troy, dozens of volunteers set up a large number of tables for Sidewalk Warriors’ weekly distribution. At these tables, visitors can find hot foods, sandwiches, produce, pantry items and essentials. The group often provides special distributions such as towels, linens, pillows, winter boots, underwear, socks or laundry detergent. The folks who attend the distribution may be experiencing homelessness or food insecurity, or they may simply be running short on resources at the end of the month. Set up for the weekly Sidewalk Warriors distribution events begins at 5 p.m. each Thursday, and volunteers begin serving at 6 p.m., no matter what the weather. More information about Sidewalk Warriors Troy is available online at www.sidewalkwarriorstroy.com and www.facebook.com/sidewalkwarriorstroy.

BINGO: Rensselaer Elks Lodge #2073, located at 683 Columbia Turnpike, hosts Bingo every Thursday evening and the general public is welcome to attend. Doors open at 5 PM for players age 18+. Play starts at 7 PM. $1,300 in prizes. Food and refreshments sold.

NATURE ART HOURS: Starting on Thursday July 6, Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park will be hosting weekly Nature Arts Hours under the pavilion at Camp Saratoga on Scout Road. Nature Arts Hours are scheduled for every Thursday from 10:30 to 11:30 am through August 10 and are geared for children of all ages. Each Thursday will feature a different and creative nature-themed arts project. Activities will include sun prints, natural tie dye, seed medallions and more! (Please check wiltonpreserve.org for the specific craft for each week.) There is a craft supply fee of $3 per participant. Participants can park in Parking Lot #1 located on Scout Road directly across the street from the pavilion. Registration is required as space is limited. To register please visit wiltonpreserve.org, and click on the “Public Programs” tab, then “Calendar of Events” to access the online registration form. For more information, please contact the Preserve & Park office at 518-450-0321 or via email at [email protected]

KNEE-HIGH NATURALIST: At Moreau Lake State Park, 605 Old Saratoga Road, Gansevoort. 9 am. Geared toward children aged 2-5, (siblings welcome) Knee-high Naturalist is a fun introduction to nature. We meet in the Nature Center where we begin by reading a nature-themed book or two and then take a short walk together outdoors, keeping our eyes open for animal tracks, shells, feathers, and other signs of the natural world around us. Dress for the weather. Reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance. The cost is $1 per child, payable by cash or check at the office upon your arrival. To reserve your spot text 518-917-2174.

Friday, August 11, 2023

STORYTIME LEARN & PLAY: Fridays at 9 a.m. at the Lansingburgh Branch of the Troy Public Library, located at 27 114th St., Troy. We will share stories, songs, movements and more! Masks are optional but are not required. For children ages 0-5 with a caregiver. Registration is not necessary. Please note: this program occurs before the library opens for the day. Please enter through the side door on 4th Avenue.

WIGGLY WANDERERS: At Moreau Lake State Park, 605 Old Saratoga Road, Gansevoort. 9:30 am. Wiggly Wanderers has officially been around for 1 year! This is an ongoing weekly program that is toddler focused. We welcome all family members but please understand the toddlers are in charge of this one. We wander, we roll over logs, we explore toads and worms and leaves. Strollers do not work with this program but baby wearing is very welcome. Please pack a change of clothes for the car, the wigglers often end up wet, dirty and tired. This program costs $1 per toddler, which helps us feed the nature center animals. No registration is required, please meet at the nature center. We start walking at 9:35am.

TINSMITH DEMONSTRATION: At the Saratoga National Historical Park Visitor Center, 648 Route 32, Stillwater. 10 am to 4 pm. At the time of the Battles of Saratoga, the tinsmith was an important part of both community and military life. Tinsmiths created dozens of useful items like cups, bowls, candle molds, lanterns, tea canisters, and other containers. They also provided armies with needed items such as oil flasks, canteens, document cases, cooking kettles, and even canister shot for artillery. Learn about the process and see a sampling of the many civilian and military wares a tinsmith could make. The tinsmith demonstration is weather sensitive and will be canceled in the event of rain.

Saturday, August 12, 2023

HERMAN MELVILLE’S BIRTHDAY: The Lansingburgh Historical Society, will be celebrating Herman Melville’s 205th Birthday on August 12 at the Herman Melville House located at 2 114th St., Troy. Richard Matorro will be the guest speaker. The talk is titled “Herman Melville: “When in Doubt, Speculate”. He will also read from his book about Melville meeting Hawthorne while hiking up Monument Mountain. Mr. Matarro will begin his talk at 10:30 am. The House, including the room Herman penned “Omoo” and “Typee”, will be open for tours from noon to 2 pm. Birthday cupcakes will be served following the talk. A $10 donation is always appreciated.

CARDBOARD BOAT RACES: Hudson Crossing Park’s 17th Annual Cardboard Boat Races are at Fort Hardy Park on Route 29 in Schuylerville, from 8am to 3pm. Admission is free for spectators. On-site registration and cardboard boat construction are open from 8 to 11 am, and the first race launches at 1pm. Rules, registration forms and hints to get started with boat building are available at www.hudsoncrossingpark.org. In celebration of the 200th anniversary of the completion of the Champlain Canal, participants are invited to design boats with this year’s theme in mind: Magical History Tour! Racers may construct their boats ahead of time or on the morning of the event where materials will be available at the event site for a nominal fee.There will awards after each race: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place awards for speed, the Titanic Award, Most Enthusiastic Crew, Judges Bribe Award (“Bribes” are considered donations to Hudson Crossing Park), People’s Choice, Overall Best in Show, and Most Sailors Left Afloat! Enjoy the festivities with food, live music by the Zucchini Brothers, and lots of cardboard construction! Environmental education activities, canal trivia, and terrific photo opportunities will round out a fun-filled day for all. Individuals, families, groups, businesses, and school teams are all encouraged to race. In case of inclement weather or unsafe sailing conditions this event will not be held.

METEOR SHOWER WATCH PARTY: At the Saratoga National Historical Park Visitor Center, 648 Route 32, Stillwater. 9:30 pm. Join us for a night under the stars on the Visitor Center Lawn during a peak night of the Perseid Meteor Shower. Ranger Kristin will give a short presentation about our connections to the night sky, the majesty of meteor showers, a night sky tour, and how you can help to protect this disappearing resource. After the presentation, attendees will have time to watch the night sky for meteors. Under favorable night sky conditions, it is estimated that you can see around 100 meteors per hour. Although we do have light pollution here, if the weather cooperates, we are hoping for a good show! Limited space is available. Go to go.nps.gov/saratogastars and click the “Contact Us” link at the bottom of the calendar listing to register.

CABOOSE DAY: 13th Annual Caboose Day and Car Show At King’s Station, sponsored by the Town of Greenfield Historical Society. August 12, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Activities include tours of King’s Station and Caboose Corner of Route 9N and Porter Road in Porter Corners; and a Car Show featuring Trucks, Motorcycles and Imports. Vendors will include a bake sale, souvenir t-shirts, hot dogs, hamburgers, french fries, soda and water. Proceeds to benefit the Town of Greenfield Historical Society. Ride the train from Saratoga Corinth & Hudson Railway 9 Railroad Place, Corinth to Kings Station. The train will drop off and pick up 2 times. A trolley will bring you to King’s Station and back to the train. A special train from Station to LaMothe Landing and back, book your ride now at CorinthTrain.com. Car Show Registration is $10 – Trophies for Top 15. Awards given out at 2:30 p.m. Rain or Shine. For information, call Tom Clute at 518-580-0655 or Louise Okoniewski at 518-587-6060.

Sunday, August 13, 2023

CAR WASH: 4th Annual Car Wash to benefit the Stephentown Historical Society. Sunday, August 13, 11:00 am to 3:00 pm, New Scrub Board Laundromat and Car Wash, 15808 NY Route 22, Stephentown. The event includes the Stephentown Federated Church’s Garden and Bake Sale. Rain date is Sunday, August 20.

WALKING TOUR: Hosted by the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation. Tours are limited to 30 participants each and tickets must be purchased in advance. Tours tend to sell out quickly, so participants are advised to purchase tickets early at www.saratogapreservation.org. Cost per tour is $15 for SSPF members and $20 for non-members. All tours last approximately 90 minutes and require walking and standing on varied terrain. August 13: “Greenridge Cemetery and the Civil War.” Join Gloria May for a tour of Greenridge Cemetery. Come hear the “yarns and tales” that are the stories of those who fought in the Civil War. Meet at the Sackett Gate entrance on Lincoln Avenue. For additional information, call (518) 587-5030 or email Nicole Babie, Membership & Programs Director, at [email protected].

FAMILY HIKE: At Moreau Lake State Park, 605 Old Saratoga Road, Gansevoort. 1pm. Family hikes are slower paced, easy-going walks intended to comfortably bring people together in nature. All ages and abilities are welcome to join in. The pace and path will be determined by the group at the time of the hike. At this time our trails are not able to accommodate strollers, however, we can stay to the roads making the hike more accessible. If this is something your party requires, please let us know when you sign up. Reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance. The cost is $5 for adults (18+) and $1 per child, payable by cash or check at the office upon your arrival. To reserve your spot text 518-917-2174.

KIDS’ SUNSET GAMES ON THE BEACH: At Moreau Lake State Park, 605 Old Saratoga Road, Gansevoort. 8pm. The Friends of Moreau Lake State Park will join us in hosting games for kids on the beach. Bring all your energy for tug-of-war, potato sack racing, the grand-prize game and more! This program will kick off just before our New Moon Astronomy program so bring the family, there is something for everyone! Reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance. The cost is $5 for adults (18+) and $1 per child, payable by cash or check at the office upon your arrival. To reserve your spot text 518-917-2174.

NEW MOON ASTRONOMY: At Moreau Lake State Park, 605 Old Saratoga Road, Gansevoort. 8:30 pm. Join our good friend Larry the Astronomer as he guides us on a tour through our solar system, extending out through our galaxy and beyond! If you’ve ever wondered what the big dome on the beach is, this is your opportunity to check out our observatory and learn about space. The cost is $5 for adults (18+) and $1 per child, payable by cash or check at the office upon your arrival. To reserve your spot text 518-917-2174.

Monday, August 14, 2023

MIXOLOGY CLASS: At the Troy Public Library, 6-7pm. Join the Library and local bartender (and lecturer) William Oshei for a history of elixirs, beverages, and cocktails, tips and tricks for the home bartender, and a mocktail demonstration and taste test. Topics will include: the history of cocktail making, including medicinal purposes, pre-prohibition-era drink making, tiki & modern cocktail revival; the tools and equipment you need for home cocktail making; how to choose the right glass for your cocktail; flavor balancing theory; and the dos and don’ts of mixing alcohol with other ingredients. This in-person event is free and open to the public. Registration is required. To register, call the library at 518-274-7071 or register online at www.thetroylibrary.org. The Troy Public Library is located at 100 Second Street, Troy.

NATURE ON THE MOVE: At Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park, 80 Scout Road, Wilton. 10:30am. These walks give participants an opportunity to get out on the trails with like-minded people. They are geared towards gentle exercise and the enjoyment of nature, and are appropriate for adults at basic fitness levels. The group usually covers about 1.5 miles. Nature on the Move happens every other week, year-round. The August 14 walk will be led by long-time volunteer and fitness guru, Linda Hovious on the trails of the Fox Parcel. Registration is required as space is limited. To register please visit wiltonpreserve.org to access the online registration form. For more information, contact the Wilton Wildlife office at 518-450-0321 or via email at [email protected].

Tuesday, August 15, 2023

LEARN TO CROCHET: Are you interested in learning how to crochet but don’t know where to start? Have you picked up the craft in the past but never finished a project? If so, this is the perfect class for you. In this four-part workshop series, master crocheter Sonya Ward will teach participants the basics of crochet and help them make “Elizabeth Stitch Fingerless Gloves” as a final project. All materials will be provided. Participants will walk away understanding the basics of crochet, as well as a finished project to wear and enjoy. The workshop will be held Tuesdays, July 18, July 25, August 15, & August 22 from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. This in-person event is free and open to the public. Participants must commit to all four sessions. Registration is required. To register, call the library at 518-274-7071 or register online at www.thetroylibrary.org. The Troy Public Library is located at 100 Second Street, Troy.

ICC BINGO: The Italian Community Center Charitable Foundation hosts Bingo night on Tuesdays. Doors open at 5 p.m. at 1450 Fifth Avenue, Troy. Food and beverages will be sold.

Wednesday, August 16, 2023

Thursday, August 16, 2023

Friday, August 18, 2023

LEARN TO MEND CLOTHES: At the Lansingburgh branch of the Troy Public Library, 2-3pm. If you struggle sewing on lost buttons or mending rips in your clothes, this workshop will give you all the instruction you need to maintain your wardrobe. We are pleased to be working with Sarah, owner of the Troy Sew Shop, who will offer instruction and guidance on all your mending questions. Please bring any pieces of clothing you own that need repairs, though you are also free to show up just for the informational aspect. This in-person event is free and open to the public. Registration is required. To register, call the library at 518-274-7071 or register online at www.thetroylibrary.org. The Troy Public Library–Lansingburgh is located at 27 114th Street, Troy.

KNIT & CROCHET GROUP: Join the Troy Public Library for a bi-weekly stitching group from 10 to 11 a.m. on every first and third Friday of the month. Whether you have experience knitting or crocheting or you want to start learning a new skill, this group is for you! Participants will work together to stitch blankets and other needed items to donate to local homeless shelters and outreach groups. Participants are also welcome to work on their own personal projects. Bring your own knitting needles and crochet hooks or use what we have available. This in-person event is free and open to the public. No registration required. The Troy Public Library is located at 100 Second Street, Troy.

TREKONDEROGA: Weekend Star Trek convention at 112 Montcalm Street, Ticonderoga. Tour original sets, meet cast members, attend panels and celebrity guest talks, and much more. Headlining stars this year are Jonathan Frakes, John De Lancie, Ed Speleers, and Brent Spiner. For tickets and more information, visit https://startrektour.com/trekonderoga/.

Saturday, August 19, 2023

CAR SHOW: At the Stephentown Fire Hall at 35 Grange Hall Road, 10am-2pm. Antique Autos, Classic Cars, Antique Tractors, Hot Rods, and Antique Fire Trucks! Plus food, vendors, and raffles. There is something for everyone to enjoy. The entry fee for vehicles is just $15. Door prizes and trophies will be awarded. Vendors are also welcome; tables are available for $20. Walk-ins and spectators enter for free, but a donation is suggested. Interested in reserving a vendor table at the car show? Please email [email protected]. Rain date is Sunday, August 20.

SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE: Pathfinders of Redemption Church of Christ is hosting a free back-to-school bookbag and school supplies drive at the church, 1511 6th Ave. in Watervliet. Call 518-272-7848 for more information.

OUTDOOR FARMERS MARKET: The Troy Waterfront Farmers Market heads outdoors to the streets of downtown Troy. The summer market is held every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and features over 100 vendors. Free parking is available in the City’s 5th Street Parking Garage, Riverfront Park, the Green Island Bridge lots and on city streets. For updates follow the Troy Waterfront Farmers Market on social media or visit www.troymarket.org.

JAGUARS AT SARATOGA: Lawn Show at Saratoga Auto Museum – 110 Avenue of the Pines, Saratoga Springs. (Rain date Sunday, August 20). Featuring a Car-care Clinic with helpful tips on how to keep your Jaguar looking its best.

Sunday, August 20, 2023

CHARITY CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT: On Sunday, August 20th, a Benefit Cornhole Tournament will be held for Devin Mahoney at the Latham-Colonie Knights of Columbus, 328 Troy-Schenectady Rd, Latham. Devin is 23 years old and a 2018 Graduate of Shaker High School who was recently diagnosed with an aggressive form of Bone Cancer. Tournament info: 11 am Registration, 64 Teams max, $100 per team. 12 noon Start Time, Double Elimination. 1st Place $500, 2nd Place $250. Buffet Included with Team Registration, Non-Player Donation $10.Registration Deadline August 16th (no exceptions)! Venmo to @dweids. Contact Doreen Weidman at 518 788 0102, [email protected].

WALKING TOUR: Hosted by the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation. Tours are limited to 30 participants each and tickets must be purchased in advance. Tours tend to sell out quickly, so participants are advised to purchase tickets early at www.saratogapreservation.org. Cost per tour is $15 for SSPF members and $20 for non-members. All tours last approximately 90 minutes and require walking and standing on varied terrain. August 20: “Summer Cottages of North Broadway.” Executive Director Samantha Bosshart will lead a tour of beautiful North Broadway, highlighting the architecture and sharing entertaining stories of those who built and resided in the grand residences. Meet at the northwest corner of North Broadway and Van Dam Street in front of Witt Construction. For additional information, call (518) 587-5030 or email Nicole Babie, Membership & Programs Director, at [email protected].

SNEAKERFEST FUNDRAISER: The Saratoga Winery and the Saratoga County Children’s Committee (SCCC) are holding a fundraising event called Sneakerfest to benefit the SCCC’s back to school program. Sneakerfest will take place from 1-3pm at the Saratoga Winery, located at 462 Rte. 29, in Saratoga Springs. The organizations will collaborate with local businesses iRun LOCAL and Allo Saratoga to provide sneakers for children as they prepare to return to school in September. Sneakerfest will include free activities for kids provided by Allo Saratoga, child-friendly food concession stands, and outdoor space for yard games. Participants will have an opportunity to make donations to help outfit children with high quality sneakers, supported by iRun LOCAL.

Monday, August 21, 2023

ADULT COLORING: At the Troy Public LIbrary from 6-7 pm. Join us for a series of adult coloring evenings. Participants will be provided coloring pages and materials to work with while listening to relaxing music and being read aloud a contemporary short story by the hosting librarian. We will be meeting outside over the summer, weather permitting! Refreshments will be provided. This in-person event is free and open to the public. Registration is required. To register, call the library at 518-274-7071 or register online at www.thetroylibrary.org. The Troy Public Library is located at 100 Second Street, Troy.

Tuesday, August 22, 2023

DRI PUBLIC WORKSHOP: 5-7:30pm at the Cohoes Senior Center. Over the next 5 months, The City of Cohoes needs your input and participation in developing the future of downtown Cohoes. The meeting is open to the public, and will cover engagement updates, revitalization strategies, and Downtown Revitalization Initiative proposed project evaluation criteria. Project proposals received through the open call process will be summarized. For more information contact [email protected] or visit the DRI website at https://cohoesdri.squarespace.com/.

ICC BINGO: The Italian Community Center Charitable Foundation hosts Bingo night on Tuesdays. Doors open at 5 p.m. at 1450 Fifth Avenue, Troy. Food and beverages will be sold.

Wednesday, August 23, 2023

Thursday, August 24, 2023

FIGURE DRAWING: A workshop with the Troy Public Library at 2pm. Improve your ability to draw people from observation in one session! Learn drawing techniques that help you capture the figure in motion and expressive poses. We will begin with a slide show exploring how artists such as Matisse capture the essence of the pose to emphasize feeling. Working alongside Joyce Raimondo on Zoom, we will then learn various techniques for drawing the figure. Session run by the Pollock/Krasner House & Study Center. This online event is free and open to the public. Registration is required. To register, call the library at 518-274-7071 or register online at www.thetroylibrary.org. The Troy Public Library is located at 100 Second Street, Troy.

DIY LIZARD KEYCHAINS: A virtual program with the Troy Public Library. Calling all ’90s kids! Do you remember when everyone was making these lizards and other beaded animals during the ’90s and ’00s? Did you ever learn to make one or have you since forgotten? Never fear, we are bringing back the nostalgia with a fun evening craft you can do at home. Team up with a friend or family member (or come solo). Kits with supplies will be available for pickup at the library the week before the program. Then hop on Zoom on August 24th and we will make them together! Afterward, we will give a quick tutorial on other animals you can make using the same techniques. The workshop will be held at 6:00 p.m. over Zoom. This virtual event is free and open to the public. Registration is required. To register, call the library at 518-274-7071 or register online at www.thetroylibrary.org. The Troy Public Library is located at 100 Second Street, Troy.

Friday, August 25, 2023

TROY NIGHT OUT: Last Friday of every month, 5 to 9 p.m. in downtown Troy. Troy Night Out is an extended evening highlighting shops, restaurants, arts and culture that takes place on the last Friday of every month in downtown Troy. Attendees are able to support virtually or stroll throughout the streets and businesses, enjoying art openings, music performances, fine restaurants as well as unique boutiques of all varieties. Call in for to-go orders or shop items for curbside pick-up, watch live performances through Facebook, gather friends and family virtually the Last Friday of each month to connect, support and relax! Business Listings are updated monthly online at downtowntroy.org.

Saturday, August 26, 2023

Sunday, August 27, 2023

WALKING TOUR: Hosted by the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation. Tours are limited to 30 participants each and tickets must be purchased in advance. Tours tend to sell out quickly, so participants are advised to purchase tickets early at www.saratogapreservation.org. Cost per tour is $15 for SSPF members and $20 for non-members. All tours last approximately 90 minutes and require walking and standing on varied terrain. August 27: “Post Time!” Join Georgia Horner as she highlights the history of the Reading Rooms, National Museum of Racing & Hall of Fame, Oklahoma Training Track, and the Fasig-Tipton Humphrey S. Finney Sales Pavilion. Meet at the southeast corner of Nelson and Union avenues. For additional information, call (518) 587-5030 or email Nicole Babie, Membership & Programs Director, at [email protected].

FREE MOVIE SCREENING: The Stephentown Volunteer Fire Department relies SOLELY on volunteers to respond to emergencies in our community. When you call 911, it’s not a paid professional coming to help. It’s your neighbor. Members are a diverse group from all walks of life, in all age groups, with many different talents and interests. What members share is the desire to help our neighbors, help our community. SVFD needs additional help to keep doing all we do. We especially need some younger members of the Stephentown community to step up and join us. Learn more about why SVFD members answered the call to volunteer. Join members of the SVFD for a FREE community screening of the family-friendly movie, ODD HOURS, NO PAY, COOL HAT, on Sunday, August 27, 7 PM at the Stephentown Fire Hall. This newly released documentary highlights the critical role volunteer fire departments play across the country.

Tuesday, August 29, 2023

ICC BINGO: The Italian Community Center Charitable Foundation hosts Bingo night on Tuesdays. Doors open at 5 p.m. at 1450 Fifth Avenue, Troy. Food and beverages will be sold.

Wednesday, August 30, 2023

LEARN TO PAINT WITH WATERCOLOR: Join the library for a series of watercolor workshops where participants will work on seasonal landscapes under the direction of local artist Emma Rinaldi. We will be starting with a flower field, moving on to a sunny mountainscape, and finishing with an ocean view. Whether you are familiar with watercolor or have never used the medium before, all are welcome to attend. Materials will be provided. Participants can come to as many or few workshops as they choose (registration for each class is separate). The first workshop will be held on June 28 at 2:00 p.m. at the Main Library, the second workshop will be held on July 26 at 3:00 p.m. at the Lansingburgh Branch, and the third workshop will be held on August 30 at 2:00 p.m. at the Main Library. These in-person events are free and open to the public. Registration is required (registration for each event is separate). To register, call the library at 518-274-7071 or register online at www.thetroylibrary.org. The Main Library is located at 100 Second Street, Troy, and the Lansingburgh Branch is located at 27 114th Street, Troy.

Friday, September 1, 2023

Sunday, September 3, 2023

WALKING TOUR: Hosted by the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation. Tours are limited to 30 participants each and tickets must be purchased in advance. Tours tend to sell out quickly, so participants are advised to purchase tickets early at www.saratogapreservation.org. Cost per tour is $15 for SSPF members and $20 for non-members. All tours last approximately 90 minutes and require walking and standing on varied terrain. September 3: “Skidmore’s First Home.” Debbie Studwell will tour the area formerly home to the Young Women’s Industrial Club of Saratoga, which would later become Skidmore College. Meet at the southeast corner of Spring & Circular streets. For additional information, call (518) 587-5030 or email Nicole Babie, Membership & Programs Director, at [email protected].

BREAKFAST BUFFET: The Waterford Knights of Columbus will host a Breakfast Buffet featuring our famous Omelet Station, Eggs cooked to order, Pancakes (Plain or Blueberry), French toast, Sausage, Bacon, Seasoned Home Fries, Toast, coffee, tea, orange and apple juices. Take a chance to win the 50/50 drawing. Each paid breakfast enters you to win a free breakfast! Irish Coffee and Mimosas now available! 8 – 11 am every first Sunday of the Month at the K of C Hall at 76 Grace St. in Waterford. For more information visit waterfordkofc.org or call 518-237-9330 $12 adult – $6 children. Children under 4 free.

Monday, September 4, 2023

Tuesday, September 5, 2023

ICC BINGO: The Italian Community Center Charitable Foundation hosts Bingo night on Tuesdays. Doors open at 5 p.m. at 1450 Fifth Avenue, Troy. Food and beverages will be sold.

Thursday, September 7, 2023

TROY CITY COUNCIL MEETING: Troy City Council meetings are held at 7 p.m. on the first Thursday of every month in the Council Chambers at City Hall, located at 433 River St. in Troy. At the monthly Regular meetings, Troy residents can discuss any issue related to the City of Troy. Past meetings can be viewed on the City Council’s YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/troycitycouncil. More information is available online at troyny.gov.

Friday, September 8, 2023

Saturday, September 9, 2023

HISTORIC TOUR: 10 am – Historic Jonesville. Join Clifton Park Historian John Scherer for a walk through the historic hamlet of Jonesville and a tour of the Jonesville Rural Cemetery. Sponsored by the History Center at Brookside Museum. Registration must be made in advance at the History Center website https://brooksidemuseum.org/events/. A suggested donation of $10 per registration (individuals, couples or families) will support the programs of the History Center and a not-for-profit organization chosen by the tour leaders. Specific directions and parking locations will be provided to registrants in advance of the tour dates.

Sunday, September 10, 2023

CARING TOGETHER 22ND ANNUAL 5K RACE, 1 MILE WALK FOR OVARIAN CANCER: CARING TOGETHER NY will hold our 22nd annual Teal Ribbon 5K run and 1 Mile Walk at Washington Park Albany, New York (start and finish at the Lake House) on Sunday, September 10, 2023, at 9 a.m. Ovarian cancer is the second most common gynecological cancer and the fifth most deadly cancer for women. There is currently no early detection test for Ovarian Cancer. The symptoms are often subtle, persistent and usually increase over time. Many women do not recognize the signs of this disease and many times it is referred to as the ‘silent killer’. More information can be found at www.CaringTogetherNY.org

Friday, September 15, 2023

Saturday, September 16, 2023

CRAFT FAIR: Vendors Wanted! The Latham-Colonie Columbiettes, 328 Troy-Schenectady Road, Latham, are hosting their Annual Craft Fair on Saturday, September 16th from 9 am-3:30 pm. The event is Rain or Shine! Information: [email protected] or www.lathamcoloniekofc.com/dinners-events.

BROOKS BBQ: Newtonville United Methodist Church is happy to announce its Brooks Barbeque dates for 2023. NUMC is located at the corner of Rt. 9 & Maxwell Rd near Siena College. We offer a chicken dinner for $13. Dinners include a baked potato, roll, applesauce and a homemade brownie. We also offer the option of just meat – a half chicken for $9 . The doors will open at 3:30 PM and we will serve from 4:00 PM until we sell out.

CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT: St. Luke’s on the Hill’s 1st Annual Cornhole Tournament – All ages welcome! 40 McBride Road, Mechanicville. 9 am: Registration with coffee and doughnuts, 10 am: Start. 4 Divisions to compete in: Beginners, OK-Alright, Pretty good, and Real good. Cash prize for winners and runner-ups for each division. Unlimited lunch available.Contact Kimberly [email protected] or Mark [email protected] 518-441-6634.

Monday, September 18, 2023

Tuesday, September 26, 2023

HISTORIC TOUR: 1pm – Waterford from 1810-1880. Russ Vandervoort, Waterford Town Historian will lead a walking tour of downtown Waterford, describing local landmarks and influential residents who lived there in the mid-19th century. Sponsored by the History Center at Brookside Museum. Registration must be made in advance at the History Center website https://brooksidemuseum.org/events/. A suggested donation of $10 per registration (individuals, couples or families) will support the programs of the History Center and a not-for-profit organization chosen by the tour leaders. Specific directions and parking locations will be provided to registrants in advance of the tour dates.

ICC BINGO: The Italian Community Center Charitable Foundation hosts Bingo night on Tuesdays. Doors open at 5 p.m. at 1450 Fifth Avenue, Troy. Food and beverages will be sold.

Friday, September 29, 2023

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