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AARP Safe Driving
Loudonville, NY
Tuesday, September 23, 2008 to Friday, November 21, 2008
AARP Save Driving will be held Tuesday, & Wednesday, September 23 & 24th from 9am - 1pm. Friday,s October 3 & 10, from 9am-1pm. Wednesday & Friday, Novenmber 19 & 21, from 9am-1pm. Call Paul Lattimer at 463-5521 for reservations. Attendance is required at both sessions. There is a $10 materials fee payable to AARP. Class size is limited and advance registration is limited and advance registration is required. For information on other classes, please call Paul Lattimer at 463-5221. The William K. Sandford Town Library is located at 629 Albany Shaker Rd., Loudonville, NY

Exhibit
Albany, NY
Friday, October 3, 2008 to Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Once In A Blue Moon - October 3 – December 31 ; Mon-Fri 9am-4pm. Free. Albany Heritage Area Visitors Center, corner of Broadway and Clinton Avenue, Albany. Parking is available via Spencer Street. Phone:(518) 434-0405 Website: www.albany.org. Darlina Abrams-Jones of Abrams Artistry creates full color oil paintings, demonstrating her love of animals. The theme of the exhibit, Once In A Blue Moon, reflects chance meetings in the moonlight. A few of the paintings on display will be ats “Stargazing”, a dog “Rendevous” and horses in “Winning Romance” and new artwork of animals at Albany landmarks. Abrams Artistry loves animals as much as you do. Hire Darlina to paint a portrait of your pet and 10% of cost will go to the shelter of your choice.

Alzheimer's Workshops
Saratoga Springs, NY
Thursday, October 23, 2008 to Thursday, January 29, 2009
October 23, 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. "Basics of Alzheimer's" Thursday, December 4, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. "Communication Barriers and Effective Solutions. Thursday, January 29, 2009, 4:30 to 5:30 "Coping with Difficult Behaviors. Program registration is required. Contact Jamie Mitchell @518-438-2217, Ext. 209. Workshops will be held at The Wesley Community, Civalier Room, 131 Lawrence Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Tolstoy Play
Albany, NY
Friday, October 31, 2008 to Sunday, November 23, 2008
Capital Repertory Theatre, 111 North Pearl St., Albany, NY 12207.Box Office: 518-445-7469 Show Dates: October 31 – November 23, 2008 Anna in the Tropics - By Nilo Cruz The heat and sensuality of the tropics collide with the passion of Tolstoy's Anna Karenina in this provocative and exciting story from Latino Pulitzer Prize winner Nilo Cruz. The lives of a group of Cuban-American cigar rollers are forever changed by the arrival of a handsome lector, who reads Tolstoy to the workers as they labor. Tradition and modernity, myth and morality are tested by the characters against the sweet and powerful influence of one of the world\'s greatest novels. Contains mature subject matter. (There is no smoking in this play.) Ticket Prices: $32-$44 Thursday, October 30, 2008 Pay What You Will Performance 7:30pm. Limit of 4 tickets per person & go on sale in person only at 10am the day of the show.

Bead Class
Athens, NY
Thursday, November 6, 2008 to Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Bead Jewelry Class, November 6, 13, 20 & 25th, 1pm-3pm, Rivertown Senior Center, 2nd & Warren St., Athens, NY To register call 945-2700 or Heather Martin at 755-4392. If you would like to attend lunch at the center on class day, please call 945-2700 a day in advance to make a reservation.

Food Drive
Guilderland, NY
Monday, November 17, 2008 to Sunday, November 30, 2008
Canned Food Drive for the Northeast Regional Food Bank –During the month of November, Adirondack Advanced Chiropractic will be sponsoring a canned food drive. Help needy families by donating your non-perishable food items. When you’re out doing your shopping or when cleaning out your pantry, please think of those who are hungry during this holiday season. Drop your donations at Adirondack Advanced Chiropractic at either 2558 Western Ave., Guilderland (456-3100) or 402 Rowland St., Ballston Spa (363-0202). We are anxious to help our community make this the best holiday season ever! All donations will be given to the Northeast Regional Food Bank.

Nature Club Meeting
Amsterdam, NY
Monday, November 17, 2008
The next meeting of the Walter Elwood Nature Club has be scheduled for Thursday, November 20 at 7pm at the inman Center, 53 Guy Park Avenue, Amsterdam. Ken NIchols, Civil War Surgeon re-inactor, will give a presentation on surgery, dealing with natures infections with natures remedies. The meeting is free and open to the public.

Glass & Pottery Demonstration Open House
Glens Falls, NY
Monday, November 17, 2008 to Sunday, November 30, 2008
Flameworked Glass and Pottery Demonstrations at Clay Concepts Studio during The Shirt Factory Holiday Open House 2008 Creative demonstrations will be held at Clay Concepts Pottery Studios during the 7th Annual Holiday Open House at The Shirt Factory, Nov 28-30. Glass artist Rhea Doran will demonstrate making flame worked glass beads : Friday 11/28 at 6:30 pm Saturday 11/29 at 11:30 am and 2:30 pm Sunday 11/30 at 11:30 am and 2:30 pm Potter Dolores Thomson will demonstrate throwing on the wheel Saturday and Sunday at 1 pm and 3:30 pm. The Shirt Factory, located on the corner of Lawrence and Cooper Streets in Glens Falls, N.Y., is home to a variety of artist studios, galleries, shops, and services. Directions at www.theshirtfactorygf.com

Jewish Spirituality
Albany, NY
Tuesday, November 18, 2008 to Thursday, November 20, 2008
Jewish Educational Resources of New York (JERNY) is pleased to invite the Jewish community of the greater Capital District to join its visiting shlichim from Israel for a rare glimpse into the mysteries of Jewish spiritual thought through the study of primary source texts.The evening begins at 8pm with a gourmet kosher vegetarian dinner. The Beit Midrash (House of Study) opens at 8:45, facilitated by the shlichim from Israel with special assistance from Adva Golan and Yael Shavit, who have come from Israel to join the staff of JERNY for the current academic year. Dinner reservations can be made by contacting Rochie (Rochie@JERNY.org; (518) 459-0065 ext. 202) by Tuesday, November 18. Further information on "Mishmar: Dinner and Late Evening Study of Kabbalistic and Chasidic Texts" and other programs of the Fall Tour of Shlichim can be obtained at www.JERNY.org.

Flu Shots
Capital District, NY
Tuesday, November 18, 2008 to Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Rite Aid is offerin Flue Clinics: 11/18 2pm-6pm 933 New Loudon Rd., Latham 11/18 2pm-6pm 226 West Bridge St., Catskill 11/18 2pm-6pm 1645 Columbia Turnpike, Castleton(Schodack) 11/18 2pm-6pm 2025 Western Ave., Guilderland 11/18 2pm-5pm 490 Albany Shaker Rd., Loudonville 11/19 2pm-6pm 1203 Eastern Ave, Schenectady 11/19 2pm-6pm 258 Hoosick St., Troy 11/19 2pm-6pm 1409 Altamont Ave., Schenectdy 11/19 2pm-6pm 444A Broadway, Menands 11/19 2pm-6pm 1863 Central AVe., Colonie

Empty Bowls Dinner
New Lebanon, NY
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
The students, teachers and families of Mountain Road School invite the community to join them for a special meal to help end world hunger. The fourth annual Empty Bowls Dinner will be held at 6pm on Wednesday, November 19th in the Abode of the Message Dining Room, 5 Abode Road, New Lebanon, NY. With a donation of $15 for adults and $5 for children, guests will receive a meal of homemade soup and bread, and choose from a selection of unique handcrafted ceramic bowls to use at the dinner and to take home. Proceeds from the fundraiser will be donated to Charlie's Pantry in New Lebanon and Oxfam America. For more information on the Empty Bowls Project visit www.emptybowls.net For inquiries and RSVP, please call 518-794-8520 or visit their website at www.mountainroadschool.org

Concert
East Meredith, NY
Thursday, November 20, 2008
On Sunday, November 2, at 2PM The West Kortright Centre presents its final concert of the 2008 season with a double-bill of Irish folk music from two world-renowned family bands. There will be a Member Appreciation Reception with refreshments at 1PM. It is notable that some of the finest Irish musicians working today will be performing in the historic 1850’s Scots-Irish built church in East Meredith. The Clancy Legacy is comprised of cousins Aoife Clancy, Robbie O’Connell, and Donal Clancy, all second generation to the legendary Clancy Brothers. Tommy Sands, singer, guitarist, songwriter, and social activist will perform with daughter Moya on fiddle, whistle, and vocals, and son Fionán playing banjo, mandolin & guitar. This performance is sponsored by NBT Bank. Tickets for The Clancy Legacy with Tommy Sands and Moya and Fionán Sands are $26, $21 for West Kortright Centre Members, and $11 under 21. To purchase tickets or for more information call (607) 278-5454, write to West Kortright Centre, 49 West Kortright Church Road, East Meredith, NY 13757, or visit the website at www.westkc.org

Chamber Music
Pittsfield, NY
Friday, November 21, 2008
Four Tanglewood Music Center Fellows from 2008 return to the Berkshires for an evening of chamber music at Spice Restaurant in Pittsfield on Friday, November 21. The evening will begin with a wine and cheese reception at 6:30 p.m., followed by a performance by The Brunnell Quartet, featuring violinists Ruby Chen and Jessica Tong, violist Jessica T. Chang and cellist Elizabeth Means. The quartet will by performing Stravinsky’s Three Pieces for String Quartet, Puccini’s Chrysanthimums, and Schubert’s String Quartet in G Minor, D. 173. Spice Restaurant is located at 297 North Street in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Tickets, priced at $35 for adults and $20 for children, are available by calling 413-637-5273 or emailing tanglewoodrsvp@bso.org. Tickets may be purchased by credit card or check until November 18. Tickets will also be available for sale, cash only, at the restaurant on the evening of the performance.

Shabbat Dinner
Albany, NY
Friday, November 21, 2008
On Friday, November 21, Jewish Educational Resources of New York (JERNY) is scheduled to host a very special Shabbat dinner at 7pm at the Israel Center which is located at 199 New Scotland Avenue in Albany, opposite Sage College.The evening will be highlighted by the presence of Ben Goldfarb and Amichai Solomon, visiting shlichim (emissaries) from Israel, as well as Adva Golan and Yael Shavit, who have come from Israel to join the staff of JERNY for the current academic year. There is no charge for the dinner. Reservations should be received by Rochie (Rochie@JERNY.org; (518) 459-0065 ext 202) prior to Tuesday, November 18. Further information on the Shabbat Dinner for Graduate Students and Young Adults, and other programs of the Fall Tour of Shlichim, can be obtained at www.JERNY.org.

Shabbat Dinner
Albany, NY
Friday, November 21, 2008
On Friday, November 21, Jewish Educational Resources of New York (JERNY) is scheduled to host a very special Shabbat dinner at 7pm at the Israel Center which is located at 199 New Scotland Avenue in Albany, opposite Sage College. The evening will be highlighted by the presence of Ben Goldfarb and Amichai Solomon, visiting shlichim (emissaries) from Israel, as well as Adva Golan and Yael Shavit, who have come from Israel to join the staff of JERNY for the current academic year. There is no charge for the dinner. Reservations should be received by Rochie (Rochie@JERNY.org; (518) 459-0065 ext 202) prior to Tuesday, November 18. Further information on the Shabbat Dinner for Graduate Students and Young Adults, and other programs of the Fall Tour of Shlichim, can be obtained at www.JERNY.org.

Fall Auction
Troy, NY
Friday, November 21, 2008
Our Lady of Victory School will be holding the 13th Annual Fall Auction on Friday, November 21st at the Franklin Terrace Ballroom in Troy. The event will take place from 6pm to 10pm and the cost per person is $30, which includes assorted strolling food stations and a cash bar. A silent Auction will take place in the beginning of the event with items from various establishments in the Capital Region. The live auction will take place at the completion of the silent auction with many "priceless" items. All proceeds will support the children of Our Lady of Victory School. For reservations, please call 274-6202.

Musician/Evenagilist
Mechanicville, NY
Friday, November 21, 2008
HIS WAY CAFE will be hosting musician/evangelist Paul Talley on Friday November 21 at 7 PM. His Way is a free Christian coffeehouse located at 90 River Rd, Mechanicville NY 12118 in the basement of Highway Tabernacle Church. All ages are welcome for live music, snacks, beverages, board games and friendship. For more info call 518-664-5367

Shabbat Dinner
Albany, NY
Friday, November 21, 2008
On Friday, November 21, Jewish Educational Resources of New York (JERNY) is scheduled to host a very special Shabbat dinner at 7pm at the Israel Center which is located at 199 New Scotland Avenue in Albany, opposite Sage College. The evening will be highlighted by the presence of Ben Goldfarb and Amichai Solomon, visiting shlichim (emissaries) from Israel, as well as Adva Golan and Yael Shavit, who have come from Israel to join the staff of JERNY for the current academic year. There is no charge for the dinner. Reservations should be received by Rochie (Rochie@JERNY.org; (518) 459-0065 ext 202) prior to Tuesday, November 18. Further information on the Shabbat Dinner for Graduate Students and Young Adults, and other programs of the Fall Tour of Shlichim, can be obtained at www.JERNY.org.

Survivor Day Conference
New York State
Saturday, November 22, 2008
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) will bring together thousands of survivors of suicide loss to share in a day of healing and empowerment through the tenth annual National Survivors of Suicide Day program. A local Survivor Day conference will be held in Saratoga, Schenctady, Schoharie, Rennselaer, Warren/Washington County on Saturday, November 22, at 12:30pm. The program will also be available online at www.afsp.org and archived for one year. To learn more about National Survivors of Suicide Day, visit www.afsp.org or call 899.0021 for further details.

Fall Craft Fair
Albany, NY
Saturday, November 22, 2008
The Colonie Central High School PSTA, 1 Raider Boulevard in Albany, will hold its 25th Annual Fall Craft Fair on Saturday, November 22 from 9am-4pm. Admission is free. There will be over 100 crafters offering handmade and custom made products. There will also be a lunch available serving hot dogs, pizza, soups, chili and refreshements.

Craft Fair
Albany, NY
Saturday, November 22, 2008
Christian Brothers Academy 11th Annual Craft Fair Saturday, November 22, 2008 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Event Location: Christian Brothers Academy 12 Airline Drive Albany, NY 12205. Over 125 vendors, cafe breakfast and lunch, bake sale and raffle, free addmission to public, plentiful parking

Annual Meeting
East Meredith, NY
Saturday, November 22, 2008
FoodRoutes Conservancy Speaker, Tim Schlitzer is featured at the Farm Catskills’ Annual Meeting at the West Kortright Centre in East Meredith. The public is invited to the Farm Catskills’ annual meeting on Saturday, November 22 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. For more information call: Amy Kenyon: 607-278-5753 or 607-643-1724 • amy@skatecreekfarm.com or Denise Warren: 607-278-5800 • email: warren@stoneandthistlefarm.com THE WEST KORTRIGHT CENTRE - 49 West Kortright Church Road • East Meredith, NY 13757. 607-278-5454 • info@westkc.org • www.westkc.org

Mardi Gras Party
E. Greenbush, NY
Saturday, November 22, 2008
MARDI GRAS PARTY! - Saturday, November 22, 2008 VFW Post 7338, 100 Hays Road, East Greenbush, NY 12061 7:00 - 11:00 PM. $20.00 per person. Includes: Live Entertainment, Traditional New Orleans’ Buffet Free Raffle, Prize for best Mardi Gras outfit. Tickets are available to purchase at: VFW Post 7338 100 Hays Road • East Greenbush, NY 12061 • 518 477-7770 & Ambiance Florals and Events,116 Everett Road • Albany, NY 12205 • 518 446-9900. Live Entertainment by Captain Squeeze and the Zydeco Moshers Their nouveau zydeco style is very special in the New York State capital region and beyond. Since 1996, they have been performing to thousands of people at festivals, weddings, parties, conventions, village park concerts and club dates. They independently record for GSM Records and have sold out the first pressings of their three albums to people of all ages. Their fourth CD "Zydeco on the Radio" (GSM Records) was in the Cajun/zydeco Grammy runnings in 2007 and is being played on radio roots music programs around the world. ***All proceeds will fund VFW building upgrades.

Turkey Raffle Fundraiser
Colonie, NY
Saturday, November 22, 2008
Colonie Fire Company, 1631 Central Ave, Colonie 27th Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Raffle, Saturday November 22, 2008. Twenty – 20 lb and Ten – 12 to 14 lb TURKEYS to be drawn (return enclosed Raffle Tickets).For a One-Dollar Donation at the door: Celebrate the evening with a Live DJ, Clown, Door Prizes, Bountiful Merchandise and additional Turkey Raffles, Snacks, Beverages, etc... Come and join us for a fun filled evening! General Admission Doors Open at 6:30PM

Song and Story
Albany, NY
Saturday, November 22, 2008
"Spirituality in Israel: An Evening of Song and Story" will be the theme of a special presentation at the Israel Center Cafe on Saturday night, November 22. Amichai Solomon and Ben Goldfarb, who are visiting the Capital District for JERNY's Tour of Shlichim, will present the program. The Cafe opens at 8pm. The Israel Center Cafe offers a kosher gourmet vegetarian buffet, prepared on premises from the finest ingredients. The Cafe can be found in JERNY's Israel Center, 199 New Scotland Avenue in Albany, opposite Sage College. Cafe guests should enter through the Beit Cafe parking lot entrance, which is handicap accessible. A $10 per person donation is requested. More information on the Israel Center Cafe, including travel directions, can be found at ww.JERNY.org, or by contacting Rochie Rubin at (518) 459-0065 extension 202 or at Rochie@JERNY.org.

Equipment Swap
Glens Falls, NY
Saturday, November 22, 2008 to Sunday, November 23, 2008
Gear up for winter at the Ski & Snowboard Equipment Swap at West Mountain Ski Center on Saturday, November 22, 10am - 4pm and Sunday, November 23rd, 10am-1pm. Buy new and used skis, snowboards, bindings, boots, poles, helmets and ski clothing/race suits for children and adults. to sell your equipment, frop off your new or used equipment in good working condiditon on Friday November 21st 5pm-9pm and Saturday, November 22nd 8am-10am. 20% of the proceeds will be donated to the non-profit organizations, West Mountain Ski Patrol and Ski Education Program. For more information call 518-793-6606.

Open House
Dover, NJ
Sunday, November 23, 2008
N. Y. SKYLINERS DRUM & BUGLE CORPS OPEN HOUSE - Sunday, November 23rd - 12:00 – 5:00 P.M. Dover American Legion Post #27, 2 Legion Way; Dover, New Jersey. To RSVP for this event, or to find out about shuttle rides from the Albany area, please email me at pr@nyskyliners.org. For more information, visit our website: http://www.NewYorkSkyliners.org

Fundraiser
Albany, NY
Sunday, November 23, 2008
Sunday, November 23, 2008, 1:00pm - 5:00pm , Cindy's Academy of Dance, 1095 Central Ave., Albany, NY Bring your little girls for an afternoon of hair, makeup, nails and fun to benefit Dinay Lechleiter. Dinay is a 28yr old new mother who is battling lymphoma. We are hosting this party to help her with medical expenses. Snacks will be provided for the kids and they will also get a picture taken with Hannah Montana. All are welcome. Cost is $20 per child.

Annual Conference
Albany, NY
Monday, November 24, 2008
12th Annual Conference for Caregivers Date: 11/24/08 Time: 8 am - 4 pm at the Desmond Hotel and Conference Center, Albany NY

ATF Monthly Meeting
Halfmoon, NY
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
After The Fire's monthly meeting, Tuesday, November 25 @ 7 pm @ the new Halfmoon Town Hall on Rt. 236 in Halfmoon. New members needed. For any additional information, call 435-4571.

Salem Walking Program
Salem, NY
Monday, December 1, 2008
Salem Walking Program Kick-off - December 1st at 6pm Salem Central School. THINKING ABOUT GETTING MORE EXERCISE? No matter how old you are or what kind of shape you are in, you can improve your health and well-being by walking on a regular basis with Salem Walking Program. Starting December 1st, participants walk indoors from 6pm to 8pm at the Salem Central School and walk outdoors throughout the community in the spring. Attend our Kick-Off at Salem Central School on December 1st at 6pm. Registration is free! There will be free pedometers, t-shirts, and other incentives as well as light refreshments. For more information, contact Anna Zendell at (518) 408-2339 or azendell@uamail.albany.edu. Supported by The UAlbany Prevention Research Center, through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, cooperative agreement number 5-U48-DP000028.

Dedication
Schenectady, NY
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
Dedication and Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Schenectady Christian School is now in the final phase on our new 17,300 sq. ft. Activity Center which seats 750. Dedication & Ribbon-Cutting will be Tuesday, Dec. 2, 9:30 a.m. Please come and join us. For more information call 370-4272 or check out www. schenectadychristian.org.

Help Fight Autism
Albany, NY
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
Join us for an informational meeting to learn about Atuism Speaks and activities such as Walk Now for Autism. Find out how you can help make a difference to increase the pace and progress of autism reaearch, programs, and services. When: Wednesday, December 3rd from 7pm-8:30pm.. Citizens Bnk, 833 Broadway, Albany, NY. To RSVP for tis meeting please call 888-627-6227 or email eginta@autismspeaks.org.

Free Talks/Events
East Greenbush, NY
Wednesday, December 3, 2008 to Saturday, December 6, 2008
The East Greenbush Library will host a variety of free talks and events the beginning of December at the library. On Wednesday, December 3 at 5:00 pm, there will be a workshop on “Social Security Benefits Filing Online.” If you are planning for retirement, stop in to learn what you can do online at ssa.gov. See what benefits you qualify for, when you should apply, how to calculate your benefits, compare your options, and learn how to file your application online at this free workshop. There will be a one-hour discussion presented by the Alzheimer’s Association of NENY on Thursday, December 4 at 2:30 pm entitled “Helpful Holiday Hints”. Learn how to better manage responsibilities during this busy time of year so that the experience can be as positive as possible for you and your loved one who with the disease. Take a break from your holiday shopping to relax, by enjoying a free concert! On Saturday, December 6 at 2:00 pm, Eugene Reis will be playing a variety of Brazilian Music for solo guitar that spans over 100 years of the rich and captivating Brazilian musical styles, including works by Jobim, Baden Powell, Garoto and others. On Monday evening, December 8 at 6:00 pm, come enjoy a stunning visual tour throughout China presented by slides by Dick Buyer. Please call the library at 477-7476 to register for any of these upcoming events. Visit our website: www.eastgreenbushlibrary.org for all the other upcoming free events and programs that the library offers.

Evening of Giving
Queensbury, NY
Friday, December 5, 2008
In keeping with the holiday spirit, mall officials announce the 3rd Annual Aviation Mall Evening of Giving will take place on Friday, December 5th from 6pm-9pm. The Evening of Giving benefits charitable organizations in our Area by rewarding shoppers who donate with special discounts, prizes and special sales from merchants in the mall. Charities wishing to get involved in this one-of-a kind event, please contact the mall office at 793-8818 or visit our website at www.shopaviationmall.com for more information.

Christmas Event
Schuylerville, NY
Friday, December 5, 2008
St. Nicholas Weekend Events will be happening on Friday, December 5th in Schuylerville. At 5pm the Schuylerville's Tree Rememberance Ceremony will take place. Free family evening of events. All Business will be open late for your perusing pleasure. Crafts, story time, arrival of St. Nicholas, lighting of the tree and holiday concert. Sunday, December 7th Join Santa for breakfast at 9am, at Randy's in the Dovegate Inn. Reservations are required. 695-3479.

It's a Wonderful Life
Johnstown, NY
Friday, December 5, 2008 to Sunday, December 14, 2008
The Colonial Little Theatre’s next presentation is Joe Landry’s "It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play." Debbie May directs the show, which runs December 5-7 and 12-14, with evening performances beginning at 8:00 p.m., and Sunday matinees at 2:00 p.m. Regular tickets cost $12, while senior citizen and student tickets cost $10. Tickets may be purchased at the door or reserved by calling the Box Office at 762-4325. The theatre is located at 1 Colonial Court, Johnstown, New York.

Breakfast with Santa
Fort Hunter, NY
Saturday, December 6, 2008
Fort Hunter Fire Department Auxiliary proudly presents the 2008 Annual Breakfast with Santa, Saturday, December 6, 8am - 11am, 3525 Carman Rd., FHFD House. Pancakes and sausage buffet - Cost $7 adults/$5 kids 12 & under.

Bookfair Benefit
Colonie, NY
Saturday, December 6, 2008
Bookfair benefit for ESYO: live music, face painting, story times, Musicians from ensembles of Empire State Youth Orchestra - Saturday, December 6, 2008, 9 a.m - 9 p.m. - Barnes & Noble Bookstore, Colonie Center Mall, Colonie, NY. INFORMATION: Please call ESYO at 382-7581 or visit www.esyo.org for details.

Albany Symphony Presents Magic of Christmas
Albany, NY
Saturday, December 6, 2008
Albany Symphony Presents Magic of Christmas, December 6, 2008 Palace Theatre: 3:00pm & 7:30pm December 7, 2008 Palace Theatre: 3:00pm. Ticket Info: $15 Children/Students $20-$44 Seniors $25-$49 Adults Every December, as the holidays draw near, there’s an excitement that fills the air. This year, we have created a special concert reflecting the joy and spirit of the season. David Allen Miller has fashioned a warm and entertaining concert with holiday favorites, community music groups and a special visit by a well known couple. Guaranteed to lift the spirits of the young and the young at heart.

Craft Fair
Green Island, NY
Saturday, December 6, 2008
Craft Fair at Heatly School Green Island, NY Dec. 6th 9am-3pm *crafters call 273-1422 or e-mail kkirch@greenisland.org

Snowmobile Safety
Grafton, NY
Saturday, December 6, 2008
Saturday, December 6, 2008, 8:30am-5pm - Grafton VFW Hall at 581 South Rd. The Grafton Trail Blazers Snowmobile Club, the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation and the Friends of Grafton Lakes State Park will host a snowmobile safety course for young people ages 10 to 18. Students must be at least 10 years old on the day of the course. Parents are encouraged to attend and participate. The course will be held at the Grafton VFW Hall on 581 South Road from 8:30am to approximately 5pm. The course will be taught by NYS certified volunteer instructors Jim Blessing and Mike Vincent. The course will cover topics such as NYS laws and regulations, riding skills, trail emergencies, protecting the environment, maintenance and repair, trailering, etc. To register, call the Grafton State Park office at 279-1155 or e-mail Elizabeth.Wagner@oprhp.state.ny.us. Space is limited, so no walk-ins please. The course is free of charge and lunch will be provided.

Forest Finance 101
Lake George, NY
Saturday, December 6, 2008
Cornell University Cooperative Extension of Warren County, the New York Forest Owners, and New York Tree Farm will be holding “Forest Finance 101: Money Matters for Forest Owners” workshop on December 6 from 8:30am to 4:00pm at the Holiday Inn Turf, Route 9 in Lake George, NY. Cost of this program will be $20.00 per person, includes lunch. For more information on this program contact Cornell University Cooperative Extension at 518-623-3291 or 668-4481. Registration deadline is November 25, 2008. --

Annual Christmas Open House
Mayfield, NY
Saturday, December 6, 2008 to Sunday, December 7, 2008
The Mayfield Historical Society is having its annaul Christmas Open HOuse on Saturday and Sunday, December 6 & 7th at the Rice Homestead, 328 Riceville Rd., Mayfield, NY. the event iwll be held from 11am to 4pm both days. There will be tours of the home and entertainment. Mulled cider and old fashioned cookies will be served and home made pies will be available for sale. Admission is free, but donations are welcome. Call Sylvia Parker at 661-5576 for additonal information.

Holiday Craft Fair
Rensselaer, NY
Saturday, December 6, 2008
A Holiday Craft Fair will be held Saturday, December 6 from 10am - 3pm in St. John the Evangelist and St. Joseph McManus Center, 50 Herrick St., Rensselaer, NY. Vendors space is available. Please call 465-0482.

Concert
Clifton Park, NY
Sunday, December 7, 2008
Clifton Park United Methodist Church, 10 Old Plank Rd., Clifton Park is hosting a concert on Sunday, December 7th at 9:30am featuring gospel singers Reg and Gretchen Dunneman from Binghamton, NY. A love offering will be taken and recordings will e available for purchase.

St. Nicholas Day Celebration
Schenectady, NY
Sunday, December 7, 2008
The Language Learning Institute will hold its 2nd Annual St. Nicholas Day Celebration on Sunday, December 7, 2008 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Fennimore Gallery at Proctors Theater. The event is a fundraiser for the local area Make A Wish Foundation. Advanced tickets are $12 for adults, $8 for children ages 5 and up, $1 for children 4 and under. Special VIP tickets are available for $20. Tickets at the door will be $14 for adults, $10 for children ages 5 and up, $1 for children 4 and under. Sponsorship opportunities are still available and donations are welcome. Call 518-346-7096 for further information. Visit the Web site at www.languagelearninginstitute.com.

Nativity Display
Niskayuna, NY
Sunday, December 7, 2008
2008 Nativity display. Saturday, Dec. 6 from 11-4pm and Sunday, Dec. 7 from 2-6pm. Immanuel Lutheran Church, 1850 Union St., Niskayuna. Contact: 346-1958. Free. A unique display of 150+ nativities from around the world.

Hanukkah Celebration
Niskayuna, NY
Sunday, December 7, 2008
A Celebration of Hanukkah will be held on Sunday, December 7 at 2 pm - at the Robert & Dorothy Ludwig Schenectady Jewish Community Center on the Golub Family Campus, 2565 Balltown Road, Niskayuna, (377-8803) www.schenectadyjcc.org. The Ne’imah Community Chorus will entertain with Hanukkah melodies in English, Yiddish and Hebrew and also tell holiday stories. The cost is $2 per person. Refreshments will be provided.

Breakfast Workshop
Colonie, NY
Tuesday, December 9, 2008
Event_info: Achieving the Good Life After 50 Join Senior Services of Albany and its SmartWorks volunteer program for a breakfast workshop featuring Renee Lee Rosenberg, author of Achieving the Good Life After 50: Tools and Resources for Making it Happen, Tuesday, Dec. 9, 8:15 a.m. at the Crossings of Colonie, 580 Albany-Shaker Road. Rosenberg, a nationally-known speaker, will provide an action-focused presentation for people involved in life transitions after 50. Participants will create individualized roadmaps incorporating Rosenberg’s Eight Rules for Retirement and Life Transition Readiness. There is no charge for this program but reservations are required. Call Senior Services of Albany at 463-4381. To learn more visit www.seniorservicesofalbany.com. Presented in partnership with Albany Guardian Society and United Way of the Greater Capital Region.

Free Documentary
E. Greenbush, NY
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
The East Greenbush Library will host the free documentary film “Young @ Heart” on Wednesday, December 10 at 6:30 pm. The film is the story of the Young @ Heart Chorus, a group of senior citizens who have come together to form a chorus that performs contemporary and classic rock and pop songs. Please call the library at 477-7476 to register for this upcoming film. Visit our website: www.eastgreenbushlibrary.org for all the other upcoming free events and programs that the library offers.

Winter Warmth
Capital District
Thursday, December 11, 2008 to Saturday, December 13, 2008
Winter Warmth December 11, 2008 Canfield Casino, Saratoga 7:30 pm December 12, 2008 Troy Savings Bank Music Hall 8:00pm December 13, 2008 Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center 7:30pm One of America’s most acclaimed violinists and conductors, Jaime Laredo, joins the Orchestra in both roles for a beautiful Classical/Baroque holiday season program Ticket Info: Canfield Casino, Saratoga: $30 Adults Troy Savings Bank Music Hall: $25-$49 Adults Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center: $30 Adults

Christmas Presentation
Latham, NY
Friday, December 12, 2008
Have you heard the news? Someone is coming to town! Who can it be? HizKidz Praise Children's Ministry of Grace Fellowship Church presents "A King is Coming to Town" by Davis, Smith & Adams. Presentations will take place at Grace Fellowship Church, 20 Delatour Road, Latham NY 12110 on Friday, December 12, 2008 at 7pm and Sunday, December 14, 2008 at 5pm. Admission is FREE. Bring your family and friends and experience peace during this joyous season. Mark your calendars now. You do not want to miss this! For more information call 518-785-4959, ext 376 or visit us on the web at www.gracefellowship.com.

Holiday Walk Weekend
Williamstown, MA
Friday, December 12, 2008
December 12: The Clark begins the Holiday Walk Weekend by welcoming the Shirelles at 8 pm. The concert will feature classic Shirelles hits blended with holiday favorites. Beverly Lee, an original Shirelle, will be accompanied by vocalists Diane Spann and Louise Bethune. Tickets are $20 ($18 for members and students). To purchase tickets, call 413-458-0524 or visit www.clarkart.edu. Purchase tickets early, as this concert will likely sell out.The Clark, 225 South Street, Williamstown, MA. clarkart.edu, 413-458-2303.

Cookie Walk
Clifton Park, NY
Saturday, December 13, 2008
Clifton Park United Methodist Church, 10 Old Plank Rd., Clifton Park will host a Cookie Walk, Saturday, December 13th from 10am until sold out. Homemade Gourmet Cookies will be sold by the pound. Enjoy Christmas Carols by Joyous Sound while selecting cookies.

Christmas Toy Drive
Waterford, NY
Saturday, December 13, 2008
Waterford Northside Fire Department will hold a toy drive at Mr B's Grocery & Deli,3rd Street,Waterford on December 13th from 11am-3pm. Come visit Santa and bring an unwrapped toy for our local families. Donations also being accepted at local businesses and the Northside Fire Department.

Holiday Fair
New Lebanon, NY
Saturday, December 13, 2008
Mountain Road School will be holding its Annual Holiday Fair on December 13th from 10 am to 3 pm. There will be festive arts and crafts for all ages, delicious food and drink, sing-a-long caroling, gingerbread house workshop, local artisans and vendors, cake walk, white elephant sale, storytelling, face painting, pocket lady and more! Mountain Road School is located at The Abode of the Message in a historic Shaker Community in New Lebanon, NY. For more information visit www.mountainroadschool.org or contact the school at 518-794-8520 or info@mountainroadschool.org

Holiday House Tour
Albany, NY
Sunday, December 14, 2008
Historic Albany Foundation Holiday House Tour Date: December 14, 2008 - Location: Albany Institute of History and Art, 125 Washington Ave. Time: Noon-5pm Event Description: The self-guided tour highlights an entirely new selection of a dozen uniquely decorated private homes in the Ten Broeck Triangle, Center Square and Hudson Park neighborhoods, the elegant Fort Orange Club, the historic Sweet Pilgrim Baptist Church, the Ten Broeck Mansion adorned for the Victorian “Gilded Age,” and the Mansion’s Holiday Shop. Fee: $20 for members of HAF or AIHA; $25 for general public. Contact: For information and ticket selling locations call 518-465-0876 x10

Bellringers Needed
Capital District, NY
Saturday, December 20, 2008
THE SALVATION ARMY NEEDS BELLRINGERS TO HELP FAMILIES IN CRISIS. CALL YOUR LOCAL SALVATION ARMY OR THE SALVATION ARMY RED KETTLE CENTER (24/7) AT 1-877-764-7259 OR GO TO WWW.REDKETTLES.OR

Hats/Mitten Tree
Guilderland, NY
Saturday, December 20, 2008
Dress Our Tree, Dress A Child -- Hats, Mittens and Scarves for Needy Children -December 1st through December 20th- Adirondack Advanced Chiropractic, Dr. Sarah Westcott and Dr. Amy Burelson will be sponsoring Dress Our Tree, Dress A Child. Surprise children who aren’t expecting a warm and merry Christmas this year by making a special donation to our hats, mittens and scarves tree! When you’re out doing your shopping or when cleaning out your children’s closets, please think of the community children in need this holiday season. For more details, stop by Adirondack Advanced Chiropractic (2558 Western Ave. Guilderland), call (456-3100), or e-mail jessicam@adirondackchiropractic.com). We are anxious to help our community make this the best holiday season ever!

Victorian Tea
Latham, NY
Saturday, December 20, 2008
The Little Sisters of the Poor cordially invite you to a "Victorian Tea" on Sunday, December 14 from 2- 4pm, aat our Lady of Hope Residence in Latham. The Tea will be served by our residents, who will be dressed in authentic Victorian costumes which they have made. At 4:30pm, the Residents and Volunteers will hold a "Festival of Lights" in the Chapel at the Residence. Please plan to visit the Residence (1 Jeanne Jugan Lane, located off Old Loudon Rd., Latham) for this event. The event is free and everyone is welcome. Our Lady of Hope Residence is a residence for the elderly poor, operated by the Little Sisters of the Poor.

Musical Performance
Schenectady, NY
Sunday, December 21, 2008
Octavo Singers will be performing Handel's Messiah on Sunday, December 21, 2008 at Union College's Memorial Chapel at 3:00 pm. Under the direction of George G. Moross, the choir will be joined by professional soloists and accompanied by a chamber orchestra. This is the only performance in the Capital District to present the entire work, and as such is one of the best attended concerts of the season. Seating is limited. Tickets are available by calling (518) 344-7464 or by emailing octavosingers_pr@yahoo.com

Book Sale
Colonie, NY
Thursday, December 25, 2008
Give a child the gift of knowledge for the holiday's. Order a copy of the book Always Be Charming from A to Z. Proceeds from this educational tool help benefit the Always Be Charming Foundation, a non-profit organization designed to build self-esteem among youth of all social economic backgrounds that suffer from low self-esteem, lack of confidence, and peer pressure. "Knowledge is power" and this book is guaranteed to empower and enrich the lives of our youth. Always Be Charming from A to Z is available now on-line or at your local Barnes & Noble or Borders Bookstores. Order today.