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Thursday, July 6

BERLIN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT: Reorganizational meeting and regular meeting, 7:15 p.m., Berlin Middle School/High School. BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY: 10:30 a.m., Tots Discovery Class. 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m., Knitting Circle. 4118 State Highway 2, Troy. Call 279-4023 or visit www. brunswicklibrary.org for more information.

COHOES PUBLIC LIBRARY: The Cohoes Public Library is offering a wide variety of programs for free with their summer read program. The program will be held on Thursday’s starting on July 6 with wildlife rehabilitator & educator Kelly Martin (http:// nyswrc.org ) as she introduces us to some of the birds of prey she is rehabilitating. Each week a different, exciting program will be offered, so check www.CohoesPublicLibrary. org or the library’s Facebook page (www.Facebook.com/ CohoesPublicLibrary.org) for a complete list.

CORNER SHOPPE: Visit the Corner Shoppe at 570 3rd Avenue, North Troy throughout July for random sales. Different items and/or clothing will be on sale weekly. Great buys are available for your summer décor and summer clothing. There is a large variety of toys, housewares and linens. Hours are Thursday and Saturday – 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. and refreshments are offered. For more information call 2353851.

MILHAM PLANETARIUM: Williams College invites you to experience the wonders of our universe at the Milham Planetarium, located inside the Old Hopkins Observatory at Williams College. Astronomy students at the college will host free shows for the public on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 8 p.m. through August 3. Audiences will be treated to shows from the high-precision Zeiss Skymaster ZKP3/B opto-mechanical planetarium projector. The Hopkins Observatory, built in 1836-38 by the first professor of astronomy at Williams College, Albert Hopkins, is the oldest extant observatory in the United States. For reservations (required) contact Michele Rech at (413) 597-2188 or email at mcr4@ williams.edu. Others will be admitted as space permits. Large groups should call for special appointments. RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Computer Help. Every Thursday from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at the Rensselaer Public Library, drop in to ask a question about your computer, tablet or smartphone, or learn tips and tricks. No sign-up needed. Rensselaer Public Library is located across the street from the Amtrak parking lot. To learn more, see http://rensselaerlibrary.org/ or visit the library’s Facebook page, http://www.facebook. com/RensselaerLibrary. RUSTIC BARN: The Tyes, 8 p.m., 150 Speigletown Road, Troy.

SCHOONER LEGACY TOUR: The Lois McClure, a full-scale replica of an 1862-class sailing canal boat, will stop at Hudson Crossing Park in Schuylerville on Thursday, July 6, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Families are invited to tour the schooner at no cost. The Legacy Tour of the canal schooner Lois McClure this summer marks the 200th anniversary of the Erie Canal with a celebration of waterways and trees. Visitors will be welcomed aboard to discover how “boatwood” trees (white oak and white pine) have been essential for centuries in boat building and in the forest ecosystem. More information at: www.hudsoncrossingpark.org.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: Crafts 9 a.m. Tai Chi 9:15 a.m. Call 270-5438 to sign up for Tai Chi. Osteo Aerobics 10:30 a.m. Paul Slingerland as Conway Twitty, 11a.m. Sponsored by CDPHP. Must have lunch reservation to attend. Line Dancing with Uncle Sam Sparklers, 1 p.m. 19 Third Street, Troy.

WILLIAMS COLLEGE MUSEUM OF ART: “Williamstown Theatre Festival + WCMA: The Dramaturge,” performance, 5 p.m., Free. WCMA Galleries, 15 Lawrence Hall Drive, Williamstown MA. Call (413) 5972429 for more information.

Friday, July 7

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: 10 a.m., Coffee & Cinema. Enjoy popular films geared toward adult audiences, Today’s feature: “Lion” (PG-13, 120 min, Lionsgate). Coffee, tea and light refreshments will be available. 2:30 p.m., Summer Cinema. Bring a blanket or pillow; we’ll supply the popcorn as you watch “Moana” (PG, 107 min, Walt Disney). For kids and families. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. FIRST FRIDAY DEVOTIONAL SERVICES: St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church, located at 600 State Street, (corner of State and Lafayette Streets), Schenectady, is announcing its special First Friday Devotional Services. On Friday, July 7, following the 12:15 p.m. Mass, there will be Devotions to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, including exposition of the Blessed Sacrament. The public is cordially invited. St. Joseph’s Church is handicapped accessible and parking is available in the parking lot behind the Church. More information is available by calling 374-4466, Ext. 13. GOOMBA GRAND PRIX: Presented by Claim to Fame Entertainment. Fridays 2 p.m. - 10 p.m. Hosted at United Methodist Church, 1401 First Avenue, Watervliet. $5 Venue Fee.

MIDDLE EAST CRISIS RESPONSE: ”Veterans Demand End to Palestinian Occupation” will be presented from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Unitarian Fellowship (UUC), 320 Sawkill Road, Kingston. US Veterans For Peace, along with Miko Peled, Israeli veteran and author, toured the West Bank calling for an end to the Occupation of Palestine. This multimedia presentation by Tarak Kauff and Ellen Davidson will include both film and photographs from their trip. Cosponsored by the Middle East Crisis Response www. mideastcrisis.org, Hudson Valley BDS www.hudsonvalleybds.org, Jewish Voice for Peace - Hudson Valley, and Veterans For Peace.

NORTH COUNTRY ARTS: The public is invited to an opening reception at North Country Arts’ 2nd Floor Gallery located in Glens Falls City Hall, 42 Ridge Street, on Friday, July 7 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Their July exhibit will feature the photography of Jacquie Tinker and landscapes by Anne Vaccaro. Exhibition will close on July 28. SCHODACK ISLAND STATE PARK: Schodack Island State Park comes alive with music on Fridays evenings with open mic nights. The entertainment will begin at 5 p.m. and con-

tinue into the evening until 8 pm, depending on the crowd. Schodack Landing Fire Company will be selling their great food at Friday Open Mic Nights. There is no fee to enter the park, to be a performer or to enjoy the entertainment. If you are interested in performing, please arrive early and sign up for a performance time.

STORY WALK IN THE PARK: Meet at Elm Avenue Park, Bethlehem, to hear some stories and take a walk to exercise your mind and body. Gather at the head of the Fit Trail and wear appropriate footwear, 10 a.m. For kids and families. Presented by Bethlehem Public Library.

TROY SENIOR CENTER: Aerobics, 9:45 a.m. Bingo, 12:45 p.m. Bible Study, 1 p.m. Work out with Ellio, 1 p.m.19 Third Street, Troy. Call 270-5349 to make a noon lunch reservation, or 270-5348 for more information.

Saturday, July 8

BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY: Teen Mini-Golf after-hours competition for fun and prizes, 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Sign up and permission slip required. For grades 6-12. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. Cal 439-9314 or visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org for more information. CORNER SHOPPE: Visit the Corner Shoppe at 570 3rd Avenue, North Troy throughout July for random sales. Different items and/ or clothing will be on sale weekly. Great buys are available for your summer décor and summer clothing. There is a large variety of toys, housewares and linens. Hours are Thursday and Saturday – 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. and refreshments are offered. For more information call 235-3851. GRANT COTTAGE: Love Letters from Mount Rushmore, 1 p.m. From March

to September of 1940, Arthur Cerasani, a sculptor and artist from Rochester, worked on Mount Rushmore while his family remained 1500 miles away. He and his wife Mary stayed connected through their letters to one another. Arthur recorded the trials of carving sixty-foot heads on a mountaintop, severe weather conditions and the unpredictable moods and fortunes of master sculptor Gutzon Borglum. Join author Richard Cerasani, Arthur’s son, to learn how the discovery of an old trunk would lead him to a story of love, opportunity and yearning set against the background of the carving of Mount Rushmore. 1000 Mt. McGregor Road, Wilton.

RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY: Pre-K Storytime for ages 3-6, 11 a.m. Builder party, 1 p.m. Play at building and digging. For ages 4-10.Rensselaer Public Library is located across the street from the Amtrak parking lot. To learn more, see http://rensselaerlibrary.org/ or visit the library’s Facebook page, http://www.facebook.com/ RensselaerLibrary. RUSTIC BARN: WGNA Country Fest After Party with The Kyle Bourgault Band, 8 p.m., 150 Speigletown Road, Troy.

TROY MAKERS MARKET: Join the Makers Market every Saturday outside on River Street from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. A market composed of artisans from across the region selling unique handmade goods. Come see what they have to offer while exploring downtown Troy and all of it’s restaurants and retailers. Find the Market at https://www. facebook.com/TroyMakersMarket/.

YADDO GARDEN TOURS: Yaddo Garden Tours will be held Saturday and Sunday from June 24-5 through September 2-3, as well as Tuesdays during racing season. Tours of Garden only include sharing the history of the Trask Family,

the Mansion and history of the Yaddo gardens. The aura, spirituality and creative energy that permeates Yaddo is discussed. Docent-led tours begin 11 a.m. at the main fountain near the entrance gate to the garden. Tours last about one hour, for $10/ person. Special guided docent-led tours of the Yaddo gardens can be arranged at a date and time convenient for your group. Contact Yaddo at 5840746 or www.Yaddo. org for more information.

Sunday, July 9

CLIMATE CHANGE: In “Hell and High Water: New York Responds to Climate Change,” Mark Lowery will describe anticipated future effects of climate change, the level of greenhouse gas emissions reductions needed to avoid catastrophic effects, and New York State programs to reduce greenhouse emissions and adapt to unavoidable effects of climate change. The program will include a description of the state’s Climate Smart Communities program, which supports local climate action, and ways for individuals to be involved. Refreshments at 12:30 p.m.; program at 1:15 p.m. Room 224, Campus Center, Sage Colleges Albany Campus, New Scotland Ave. at Academy Road, Albany. Free admission. Presented by the Capital District Humanist Society. For details and directions call 533-2666, or visit www.humanistsociety.org.

GRANT COTTAGE: Mark Twain Erupts, 1 p.m. Mark Twain was one of the most prolific and acerbic commentators on religion and politics in his time; his words are remarkably relevant to today’s headlines, over 100 years after his death. He also

knew how to poke fun at himself, a talent sadly lacking in many public figures today. Living historian and ordained Baptist minister Rev. Jim Ketcham presents a program as Mark Twain, using Twain’s own words to describe “the whole damned human race.” Fine art photographer Craig Murphy will be onsite (weather permitting) to share the magic of 1860’s tintype photography with visitors from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tintypes created will be available for purchase and may include volunteer subjects. 1000 Mt. McGregor Road, Wilton.

LIBRARY MINI-GOLF:

For one afternoon, the Behtlehem Public Library will transform into an 18hole miniature golf course where golfers of all ages, from pros to duffers, can enjoy this favorite family pastime inside the library’s delightfully climatecontrolled environs. 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Regular library services will be limited. Sponsored by the Friends of Bethlehem Public Library. 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. MIDDLEFIELD COMMUNITY DAY: The Town of Middlefield Historical Community Day will be held on Sunday July, 9 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Craft Vendors, Hot food & bake sale; live music featuring the Small Town Big Band; tours of the School House Museum with historical artifacts on display; local produce including honey and maple syrup. Old District No 1 Schoolhouse, County Highway 35, Middlefield. For more information visit www. middlefieldhistory.org. MILK BOTTLE PICNIC: The 14th annual New York-New England Milk Bottle Collectors Show & Picnic will be held Sunday, July 9, from 8 a.m.

- 2 p.m. at Burton Hall in North Easton. The public is welcome to bring bottles to buy, sell, swap

or just enjoy browsing. Tables will be provided as will food and drinks. For more information call Joe Archambeault (692-7803), Jim Wilcox (692-9854) or Burton Hall (Show Day Only, 692-2678).

MUSIC COMPANY ORCHESTRA: The Music Company Orchestra is a 70-piece all volunteer community orchestra, conducted by Dr. Gerald Lanoue, bringing live orchestral music to audiences throughout the Capital District, with light classical & pops repertoire. The orchestra holds a free concert on July 9 at 7 p.m. Freedom Park, Scotia (next to Jumpin’ Jacks). Visit www.mcomusic.org for more information and “like” them on Facebook. VAN SCHAICK MANSION: The historic Van Schaick Mansion in Cohoes will be open to the public on Sunday, July 9, between the hours of 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Admission to the grounds and cemetery is free, guided tours of the mansion are a $5 donation, free to military families. See the Mansion on Facebook @ VanSchaickMansionProject and on the web www. vanschaickmansion.org. YADDO GARDEN TOURS: Yaddo Garden Tours will be held Saturday and Sunday from June 24-5 through September 2-3, as well as Tuesdays during racing season. Tours of Garden only include sharing the history of the Trask Family, the Mansion and history of the Yaddo gardens. The aura, spirituality and creative energy that permeates Yaddo is discussed. Docent-led tours begin 11 a.m. at the main fountain near the entrance gate to the garden. Tours last about one hour, for $10/ person. Special guided docent-led tours of the Yaddo gardens can be arranged at a date and time convenient for your group. Contact Yaddo at 5840746 or www.Yaddo. org for more information.