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Wednesday, June 7, 2023

CCE BOARD MEETING: Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County will hold its Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday, June 7, at 6:00 pm at 24 Martin Road, Voorheesville. This meeting is open to the public. Albany County residents 18 years of age or older are eligible to attend. Please call 518-765-3500 for additional information.

DANCE LESSONS: Capital Region Social Happenings & Singles Outreach Services Events. 435 New Karner Road, Colonie (Hanover Square Building) at "Hill" door entrance. 7 pm. $10 for all. Public welcome. Call 518-452-6883 for information.

Thursday, June 8, 2023

BROOKS BBQ: Newtonville United Methodist Church, Rt. 9 & Maxwell Rd. near Siena College, is offering 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 PM until we sell out.

WRITERS WORKSHOP: Capital Region Social Happenings & Singles Outreach Services Events. 435 New Karner Road, Colonie (Hanover Square Building) at "Hill" door entrance. Writer's Workshop with Joe Sweeney. Public Welcome. $10 pp. Bring your work to share. Call 518-452-6883

SUMMER AT THE CLARK PREVIEW: Want the inside scoop on what's coming to the Clark in 2023? Have questions you’d like to ask the communications director? Feel like winning some free day passes for a visit? If so, this talk is for you! Join the Troy Public Library and Vicki Saltzman at 6:00 p.m. as she talks about all the new exhibitions and attractions at the Clark Art Institute. Vicki will also be bringing in some free day passes that will go to a few lucky winners. 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.

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.

BROWN BAG LUNCH SERIES: Thursday, June 8, 2023: Erasing Spaces and Faces: The Legacy of Urban Renewal in Saratoga Springs presented by the Erasing Faces and Spaces Project Team. The Saratoga Springs Heritage Area Visitor Center, in partnership with the Saratoga Springs Public Library, is excited to announce the launch of their Spring 2023 Brown Bag Lunch Lecture Series. This community lecture series is designed to highlight the rich history, culture, and traditions of our city. All Brown Bag Lunch Lecture Series programs are free and open to the public. Each program takes place from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Dutcher Community Room, Saratoga Springs Public Library, 49 Henry Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. The program can also be accessed virtually. Attendees are encouraged to check the library website for more information and guidelines at www.sspl.org.

Friday, June 9, 2023

GARDEN LECTURE: At Brookside Museum, 21 Fairground Ave, Ballston Spa. 2:30 pm. A return of our popular program from last year, Fridays in the Garden. Mina Dunnam will present "Hear the Buzz: Launching a Pollinator Garden." This program will take place outside, in the beautiful gardens of Brookside Museum, weather permitting. As ever, questions and discussions about any aspect of gardening, historic or otherwise, will be welcome. The program is free and open to the public, but registration and donations are greatly appreciated! https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/friday-in-the-flowers-hear-the-buzz-launching-a-pollinator-garden/

COLUMBITES MEETING: The Cohoes Columbites will have our monthly meeting Thursday June 9th at 255 Remsen St, Cohoes at 7pm. There will be no meetings July and August.

SARATOGA NIGHT MARKET: The Saratoga Night Market is opening to the public this spring with a focus on female-developed products and businesses. Shoppers can visit the market on scheduled Friday and Saturday nights at the Palette Saratoga co-working space in the lower level of The Collamer Building, at 480 Broadway in downtown Saratoga Springs.Each market will vary, with rotating vendors. The Saratoga Night Market will be open on April 14, 15, 21, 22, 28 and 29; May 5, 6, 19, 20 and 27; June 2, 3, 9, 10, 23 and 24; as well as July 7, 8, 21, 22, 28 and 29. Hours are 5 to 8 p.m. on Fridays and 4 to 8 p.m. on Saturdays. Vendor spots are sold out for April, with limited spaces available for May, June and beyond. Ares creators, makers or entrepreneurs that would like to grow their local audience, network with other makers, and sell directly to the community, can register as a vendor online at https://www.caffeine-queens.com/collections/palette-night-market.

Saturday, June 10, 2023

USED INSTRUMENT DRIVE: The Troy Public Library is partnering with Vanguard-ASO, Inc., the volunteer supporters of the Albany Symphony Orchestra, in a used instrument collection drive benefiting needy Capital Region public school students of all ages.The collection drive takes place from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The instruments will be distributed to twelve local school districts which lack sufficient instruments for hundreds of children whose families cannot afford expensive rental or purchase prices. Your tax deductible donation gives these eager young musicians the priceless opportunity to study music in depth and play in their school orchestras or bands. Pianos, electric keyboards, banjos, guitars, and accordions cannot be accepted. For additional information, contact (518) 439-1843 or [email protected] Troy Public Library is located at 100 Second Street, Troy.

DEFENSIVE DRIVING: Saratoga Springs United Methodist Church, 175 Fifth Avenue, Saratoga Springs, will host a New York State approved Defensive Driving Class. Save 10% on your base auto insurance for the next three years & receive up to 4 points off your driving record according to New York State Department of Motor Vehicle guidelines. Fee: $35.00 per person. Bring a friend fee is $30.00 each. A portion of the fee goes to the hosting church. Registration is required and can be made by calling Ray Frankoski @518-286-3788. As we are socially distancing, a mask is optional. Class size is limited.

FALL SCREENING: Albany Medical Center's Outpatient Physical Therapy office will hold free balance and falls screenings for the public on June 3, 10, and 17 at their location at 99 Delaware Avenue in Delmar from 9 am to noon. Screenings will include a brief questionnaire, a falls risk assessment, and a short series of balance tests for participants. A physical therapist will then discuss the results and provide recommendations based on a participant's risk of falling. To schedule an appointment for a free, private screening with a physical therapist on June 3, 10, or 17, call 518-262-9700.

AUTHOR TALK: Waterford Public Library is hosting an author talk with Karen DeBonis on Saturday, June 10th at 1 p.m. Karen will be at the library (117 3rd St, Waterford) discussing her new memoir "Growth: A Mother, Her Son, and the Brain Tumor They Survived." Books will be available for purchase and signing.

MELVILLE HOUSE OPEN: On Saturday, June 10, 2023, the Lansingburgh Historical Society will open the Herman Melville House, located at 2 114th St., Troy, NY, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. And as an added feature on the 10th, we will offer a guided walking tour of 4 lovely gardens within a short distance. If you intend on doing the garden tour, please be at the Melville House by 10:15 am SHARP. As always a donation of $6 for not yet members and $5 for already members is greatly appreciated.

THEATER: "Romeo and Juliet" at Steamer No.10 Theatre, 500 Western Ave. Albany. 3 pm showtime. General Admission: $15 for Students/Seniors – $20 for adults. (518) 438-5503 or [email protected] for more information.

PATH THROUGH HISTORY: On June 10 between 11 am & 4 pm, journey with reenactors to the American Revolution, from the Van Schaick Mansion to the Breastworks of Peebles Island and learn about the role that they played in the planning of the Battle of Saratoga. Hear from a Native American storyteller about the earliest inhabitants of the area. Step through time as Playhouse Players discuss the Shipyard and learn about the history of Delaware Avenue, Cohoes, NY and the busy business corridor it once was. All events are free. Self-guided brochures and a trolley will be available. Full schedule on Facebook under Delaware Avenue – A Path Through History.

SARATOGA NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK: 10 am at the visitor center. Recreating History and the 24th Regiment: Discover how His Majesty's 24th Regiment of Foot, recreated, portrays a famed British regiment as they were during the Battles of Saratoga. Group members will be available after the talk to provide information on reenacting and how you can join. Visit go.nps.gov/sara 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.

Sunday, June 11, 2023

COLUMBIETTES MEETING: On Sunday, June 11th, the Capital District Chapter Columbiettes will host their June meeting and Baby Shower at Mother McAuley Council, (St. Patrick's School) 21 Main St. Ravena. (Directions I-787 S to NY RT 9W to Ravena, Left (East) on Main St. then Left on N. Clement St to side entrance to the School) Capital District Chapter President Linda Cotch will preside. Baby Shower will provide gifts to area moms serviced by several organizations.

POTLUCK AND LECTURE: Capital Region Social Happenings & Singles Outreach Services Events. 435 New Karner Road, Colonie (Hanover Square Building) at "Hill" door entrance. Following our weekly Sunday Potluck at 2 pm. Guest Presenter Malcolm Kogut, discussing the Appalachian Trail and the Trail Angels. (Nominal fee for potluck) Call 518-452-6883 for information.

Monday, June 12, 2023

BUTTON CLUB MEETING: BUTTON CLUB MEETING: The Half Moon Button Club will meet on June 12 at the Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. The social time starts at 10:00 am, followed by the business meeting at 11:30 am, followed by the program.Bring a bag lunch. Dessert will be provided. For more information call Kirsti at 518-869-8125. Everyone is welcome!

ADULT CRAFT: Tangle Coasters at the Troy Public Library. This month we will be making tangle coasters. Tangling is the art of creating beautiful images using simple lines, dots, and curves. Whether you are an experienced artist or completely new to the process, this is the perfect activity for all. Detailed instructions on how to create a variety of patterns will be provided. Each participant will go home with two beautifully illustrated wooden coasters.The workshop will be held June 12, from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. 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, June 13, 2023

COMMUNITY LUNCH: The New York Capital District Christian Women's Connection is sponsoring a "Patchwork of Living and Bake Sale" luncheon on Tuesday, June 13, 2023 at the Guilderland Elks Lodge, 3867 Carman Road in Schenectady, beginning at 11:30am and ending at approximately 1:30pm. Please be prompt. Your reservation is necessary no later than June 8 and cancellations a must. Please call Nancy (518) 320-2649 or Mae (518) 895-8977 for reservations. On the menu this month is Meatloaf/Mashed Potatoes with an alternative choice of Grilled Chicken Salad. The cost is $17.00 inclusive (cash only). Our Speaker is Sharon Root from Brockport, NY with a speaking topic of "From Insecurity to Assurance". As for the Feature, Lisa Wend, Quilters United in Learning Together (Q.U.I.L.T.) will be displaying her quilts. Music will be singer Peter Jorgenson. We are also having a Bake Sale for our club's fixed expenses. If you would like to contribute your favorite baked goods, pre-packaged and priced, it would be greatly appreciated. All are welcome – bring a friend!

HAIKU HIGHWAY: Join the Troy Public Library for a monthly workshop in the practice and history of haiku, led by local haiku poet John Stevenson. 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. 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.

LIBRARY COMMITTEE MEETINGS: Troy Public Library, 100 2nd Street, Troy. Finance Committee – June 13th at 5:00 pm, Board of Trustees – June 13th at 5:30 pm.

LOCAL MAGICIANS MEETING: The local group of The Society of American Magicians, Assembly #24, meets regularly at 7 p.m. on the second Tuesday of the month at the S. W. Pitts Hose Co. of Latham, 226 Old 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 www.sam24.synthasite.com.

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.

"REAL WORLD" DISCUSSION: Capital Region Social Happenings & Singles Outreach Services Events. 435 New Karner Road, Colonie (Hanover Square Building) at "Hill" door entrance. A different topic every Tuesday with a variety of Facilitators. Great interactive event at Singles Outreach. $4 members/ $6 Guests. Call 518-452-6883 for information.

SARATOGA NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK: 9:30 am at the visitor center. History Caravans: Park Volunteers lead caravan-style tours of the Saratoga Battlefield. Visit go.nps.gov/sara for more information.

Wednesday, June 14, 2023

JAM WORKSHOP: Learn to make jam with the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County. 6-8 pm, online via Zoom or in person at 50 West High Street, Ballston Spa. Learn how to safely make a strawberry full sugar, low sugar, or no sugar jam, plus freezer jam; a no cook recipe great for kids that requires no canning equipment. This class will cover the basics of canning in a boiling water bath or steam canner, including equipment needed. Includes demonstration. Register by calling 518-885-8995. The cost is $15.

SARATOGA NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK: 1 pm at the visitor center. What's The Plan?: Join Park Ranger Eric Schnitzer as he reviews the background to the strategic planning of British military operations for 1777 and reveals the surprisingly diverse origins of the people composing the invasion forces. Visit go.nps.gov/sara for more information.

Thursday, June 15, 2023

BANQUET: Hudson Crossing Park is excited to announce the return of its annual fundraising dinner, Banquet by the Bridge. Banquet by the Bridge is a celebration of community that helps ensure that Hudson Crossing Park is able to continue to serve as a unique educational and recreational resource for the region. To learn more or to purchase Banquet tickets by June 8, visit www.HudsonCrossingPark.org/banquet-by-the-bridge.

Friday, June 16, 2023

GARDEN LECTURE: At Brookside Museum, 21 Fairground Ave, Ballston Spa. 2:30 pm. A return of our popular program from last year, Fridays in the Garden. Kathleen Royka will present "Step Into a Colonial Dooryard Garden." This program will take place outside, in the beautiful gardens of Brookside Museum, weather permitting. As ever, questions and discussions about any aspect of gardening, historic or otherwise, will be welcome. The program is free and open to the public, but registration and donations are greatly appreciated! https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/friday-in-the-flowers-step-into-a-colonial-door-garden/

GHOST TOURS: 8 pm at Ventfort Hall Mansion and Gilded Age Museum, Lenox, MA. Admission is $30 and minimum age to attend is age 12. Reservations are required. To purchase tickets please call us at 413-637-3206. Please note that all tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Payment is required to make a reservation for an event. Join us as Robert Oakes, author of Ghosts of the Berkshires, leads you through the rooms and halls of this historic estate sharing tales of its hauntings. Stand in the places where the eerie encounters occurred, listen to the first-hand accounts of those who experienced them, and maybe even experience something unusual yourself. This is not an active investigation.

ALBANY CIVIC THEATER PERFORMANCE: Harbinger Theatre will continue its 2023 season with "The Motherf**ker with the Hat" by Stephen Adly Guirgis at the historic Albany Civic Theater. The show is described as a play about addiction, love, friendship, growing up, and misplaced haberdashery. This show made its Broadway debut in 2011 at the Schoenfeld Theatre in New York City. Shows will be held on June 16, 17, 23, and 24 at 7:30 p.m. and matinee shows on June 18 and 25 at 3 p.m. Albany Civic Theater Inc is located at 235 Second Avenue Albany, NY 12209. Tickets will be $15 for general admission and are available for purchase at Harbinger Theatre's Eventbrite.

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.

Saturday, June 17, 2023

THE POISON LADY: At the next meeting of the Upper Hudson Sisters in Crime chapter of The Mavens Of Mayhem, June 17, from 11:15 am to 12:15 pm, Luci Zahray, aka the Poison Lady, will offer tips on how to successfully poison someone—in fiction, of course. Luci has two great passions in life: poisons and mysteries, though she's never poisoned anyone or tried to write a mystery. She's a retired pharmacist with a master's degree in toxicology from Texas A&M. Over the years, mystery writers throughout North America have sought Luci's expertise on poisoning their fictional characters. And now she's going to share poisonous tidbits with the Mavens and other interested readers and writers. This is a hybrid meeting: people can attend in person at the Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Ave, Delmar, 12054, or join via Zoom by registering here: https://sistersincrime-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUvcOqtrDsiGtWSuuGPP2zgEtDgvAE6cQiR

STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL: Annual Strawberry Festival at Sand Lake Baptist Church 2960 NY-43, Averill Park. 1-5 pm. Fresh homemade strawberry shortcakes with homemade whipped cream; freshly picked strawberry pints (dependent on availability); a well stocked bake sale with all of your favorite homemade goodies. Don't miss out on the fresh-from-the-grill hot dogs and theater-style buttered popcorn. Bring the kids to pet the baby goats and don't forget to purchase tickets for the strawberry quilt raffle, handmade by a member of the church. All proceeds will help fund Parsonage & Church repairs.

COMMUNITY FAIR: The Rensselaer Public Library is having a Community Fair on Saturday, June 17 from 11-2 to start their Summer Reading Program, "All Together Now". Children make a pledge to read 15 minutes a day during the summer to get a free reader's kit. The Friends of the Library will serve ice cream sundaes and popcorn, and there will be a balloon twister and face painting. Community members will have tables, a fire truck, car seat installation inspections, music from Rensselaer High, giveaways and fun activities. The Library is at 676 East Street, across from the train station. For more information about summer events, visit www.rensselaerlibrary.org or call 518-462-1193.

SARATOGA NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK: 10 am to 4 pm at the visitor center. 18th Century Medicine: Volunteer Joe Craig explains the Healing Arts at the time of the Revolutionary War. Visit go.nps.gov/sara for more information.

TRADE FAIR: The Moxxi Women's Foundation is hosting its first Annual Trade Fair, a family friendly community event shining a light on all of the talented and creative women-owned businesses in the Capital Region of New York State (Albany, Columbia, Fulton, Greene, Montgomery, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady, Schoharie, Warren, Washington counties) and beyond while offering vendor spaces at low cost for the highest profitability and engaging the community in a family-friendly environment. The Trade Fair will be at Saratoga County Fairgrounds & Expo Center, 162 Prospect Street, Ballston Spa. 10 am to 5 pm. Free parking, and a suggested entrance fee of $1. For more information on obtaining a table at this event, or sponsoring this event, please see http://moxxiwomensfoundation.com/trade-fair-vendorsponsor-info.html

Sunday, June 18, 2023

COMMUNITY BREAKFAST: The Knights of Columbus will have a Buffet breakfast at 255 Remsen St Cohoes on Father's day, June 18. The menu will have scrambled eggs, pancakes, bacon, sausage, juices, muffins, hash, and an omelet station. The time is 8:30am to 11:30am and the price is free for fathers, $10.00 for adults and children, under 5 are free.

COMMUNITY BREAKFAST: The Latham-Colonie Columbiettes are hosting a Father's Day Breakfast Buffet on Sunday, June 18th, 2023 from 8:30 am to 12:00 noon at the Latham-Colonie Knights of Columbus Council, 328 Troy-Schenectady Road, Latham. Menu includes; Scrambled Eggs, an Omelet Station, Home Fries, Corned Beef Hash, Bacon and Sausage, Pancakes and French Toast served w/Warm syrup, A Variety of Cereals and Juices, Bananas, Hot Tea, Coffee, and Hot Chocolate. $12 Adults, $6 Children (5-10) and under 5 Free! Free Gift for the Dad's, (while supply lasts)! www.lathamcoloniekofc.com/dinner-events

SARATOGA NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK: 1 pm at the visitor center. Silent Wings: Raptor Rehab and Education: Presented by The Wildlife Institute of Eastern New York. The program is designed for all ages to see live birds of prey up-close and to learn about their impressive adaptations and behaviors. This program is made possible by support from the Friends of Saratoga Battlefield. Visit go.nps.gov/sara for more information.

Monday, June 19, 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.

JUNETEENTH MATINEE: Movie screening at the Troy Public Library. Due to copyright restrictions we can't state the title of this award-winning movie, starring David Oyelowo, Carmen Ejogo, Tom Wilkinson, Cuba Gooding Jr., and Alessandro Nivola, but we hope you will come down and watch it with us. This docudrama set during the U.S. Civil Rights Movement depicts the marches from Selma, Ala., to Montgomery to secure voting rights for black Americans and focuses on the actions of Martin Luther King Jr. This movie is rated PG-13 – some material may be unsuitable for children under 13. No registration required. We will be screening the movie Monday, June 19, at 2:00 p.m. The Troy Public Library is located at 100 Second Street, Troy

Tuesday, June 20, 2023

CAPTAIN AWARENESS EVENT: Please join us at 5:30 PM Tuesday June 20 at Living Hope UMC, 126 Middletown Rd., Waterford (directly across from the Waterford-Halfmoon School Campus). Andy Gilpin, Executive Director of CAPTAIN Community Human Services will speak, focusing on two of the agency's more than 30 programs – the homeless and runaway shelter, and the street outreach program, both targeting our youth. A light supper will follow. Please RSVP to Carrie Boyer so we can better plan for the meal. (518) 608-1246. There is no charge and the event is open to the community. To learn more about CAPTAIN, visit http://www.captaincares.org.

Wednesday, June 21, 2023

Thursday, June 22, 2023

BLACK FILM FESTIVAL: The Palace Theatre in Albany announces its first annual Renaissance Black Film Festival, June 22–25 at the historic Palace Theatre and the opulent Renaissance Hotel, both within walking distance from one another. RBFF will show films from a plethora of Black filmmakers across the country, with awards and cash prizes going to Best Narrative Feature, Best Documentary Feature, Best Narrative Short, Best Documentary Short, and Best First Project. The festival's curators are accepting submissions up until June 7. For more on the Renaissance Black Film Festival, including show and event schedules, volunteer opportunities, and, most importantly, how filmmakers can submit their work for viewing, please visit palacealbany.org and filmfreeway.com/blackfilmfestny.

Friday, June 23, 2023

VARIETY NIGHT: Capital Region Social Happenings & Singles Outreach Services Events. 435 New Karner Road, Colonie (Hanover Square Building) at "Hill" door entrance. It's a BIG VARIETY night of entertainment with Controlled Chaos and two Magicians scheduled to entertain you. $10. Call 518-452-6883 for information. Open to all.

Saturday, June 24, 2023

DUTCH SETTLERS MEETING: The Dutch Settlers Society of Albany will hold the following program for the general membership and the public: tour of VanSchaick Mansion (1 VanSchaick Ave., Cohoes) at 11 AM followed by Luncheon and Annual Meeting at Durant's (at VanSchaick Country Club, 201 Continental Ave., Cohoes). Luncheon will be each person ordering off the menu. For more information, contact Marey Bailey at [email protected].

CRAFTERNOON: Come to "Crafternoon at the Library"! Stop by the Waterford Public Library (117 3rd St, Waterford) anytime between 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 24th to create a lighted, decorative mushroom for your home or garden. This is an adult craft. Supplies are limited. First come, first-served.

CRAFT FAIR: At Brookside Museum, 21 Fairground Ave, Ballston Spa. 10 am. This county-wide craft fair is a family-friendly free event that will be held at the beautiful Brookside Museum. Guests will be able to shop a wide variety of locally handcrafted collectibles, antiques, and farm products. No mass-produced or commercially-made items will be permitted. This is a terrific opportunity for New Yorker's to sample and appreciate the best of upstate artisans, farmers, and culinarians. The event is free and open to the public, and will be held rain or shine. https://brooksidemuseum.org/event/2023-brookside-craft-fair/

SARATOGA NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK: 10 an to 4 pm at the visitor center. A Tremendous Machine: Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Secretariat's Triple Crown: Saratoga County's horse racing history is nearly as old as its Revolutionary history and it remains a vital part of the region today. Join us for a rare opportunity to immerse yourself in both stories at one place as Saratoga National Historical Park welcomes the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame and their exhibit "A Tremendous Machine: Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Secretariat's Triple Crown." Visit go.nps.gov/sara for more information.

Sunday, June 25, 2023

SUMMER KICK OFF: The Second Annual Summer Kickoff Festival on Sunday, June 25th from 10 AM to 2 PM in Wiswall Park, Ballston Spa. This year, there will be 30+ vendors selling baked goods, specialty foods, clothing, handmade gifts, jewelry as well as promoting local services including pet boarding, home needs, childcare, child development education and more! The Kids’ Free Activity Tent will have a yoga class, face painting, surprise visits from special characters, as well as bubble and water play stations. The first 25 shoppers will receive FREE swag bags full of local goodies and every purchase recorded on the event stamp pass will be entered to win several giveaways. Rain date will be Sunday, July 9th. Check the following link for updates at: https://www.playhollow.com/pages/summer-kick-off-2023

POTLUCK AND LECTURE: Capital Region Social Happenings & Singles Outreach Services Events. 435 New Karner Road, Colonie (Hanover Square Building) at "Hill" door entrance. Following our weekly Sunday Potluck at 2 pm. Guest Presenter Therese Broderick, Poet, discusses poetry and her collection of local poets. (Nominal fee for potluck) Call 518-452-6883 for information.

Monday, June 26, 2023

Tuesday, June 27, 2023

RABIES CLINIC: Held at the 4-H Training Center, 556 Middleline Road, Ballston Spa. Questions? Call the Saratoga Animal Shelter at 518-885-4113. Times (strictly enforced): Cats 5:30 pm—6:30 pm; Ferrets 5:30 pm—6:30 pm (must be in a cage or carrier), and Dogs 6:30 pm—7:30 pm (must be on leash) All vaccination certificates are written for one year. If a previous signed certificate is produced, a 3-year certificate will be written.

ONE FINE DAY: Shelters of Saratoga luncheon at the Saratoga National Golf Course, 458 Union Ave, Saratoga Springs. Ticket includes: A story of Hope from a Shelters of Saratoga guest, Buffet Lunch & Cash Bar, Live entertainment, valet parking, shopping, and more! Tickets must be purchased online at https://sheltersofsaratoga.org/events/.

SARATOGA NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK: 9:30 am at the visitor center. History Caravans: Park Volunteers lead caravan-style tours of the Saratoga Battlefield. Visit go.nps.gov/sara for more information.

Wednesday, June 28, 2023

LIBRARY COMMITTEE MEETING: Troy Public Library, 100 2nd Street, Troy. Building Committee – June 28th at 4:00 pm.

Thursday, June 29, 2023

Sunday, July 2, 2023

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.

Tuesday, July 4, 2023

Thursday, July 6, 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, July 7, 2023

Sunday, July 9, 2023

BREAKFAST: Ballston Spa Elks Lodge #2619, 10 Hamilton Street, Ballston Spa. Enjoy Pancakes and Sausage, French Toast, Eggs made to order, World Famous Omelets, Home Fries, Toast, Coffee, and Juice. Adults $9 Seniors $8 Kids $5. Join us on the 2nd Sunday of each month. Proceeds support Elks Charities.

Tuesday, July 11, 2023

Thursday, July 13, 2023

A TREMENDOUS MACHINE: "A Tremendous Machine: Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Secretariat's Triple Crown" opens to the public at the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame, coinciding with opening day at Saratoga Race Course. At the conclusion of the Saratoga racing season, A Tremendous Machine will travel to Colonial Downs in Secretariat's home state of Virginia. The onsite exhibition at the Museum will remain on view through Oct. 29.

Friday, July 21, 2023

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