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Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022
COATS FOR KIDS: Local businesses The Dollhouse Beauty Bar and Troy Grooming Co. are presenting Coats For Kids, a coat drive to benefit the children of the Troy community in need of a new coat this winter. Donations of new coats,in all genders and all sizes can be dropped off at either business from Oct. 1 through Nov. 15. The Dollhouse Beauty Bar is located at 11 State St. in Troy and Troy Grooming Co. is located at 205 River St. in Troy. More information is available by contacting The Dollhouse Beauty Bar at 518-326-6007 or Troy Grooming Co. at 518-328-6077.
TASTING ON THE HUDSON: The Schuylerville Lions Club is pleased to partner with Hudson Crossing Park to present the 15th Annual Tasting on the Hudson on Saturday, October 1, 2022 from 3pm-6pm. A celebration of local food and drink that raises money to support local sight and hearing programs, Tasting on the Hudson is held at Hudson Crossing Park, which is located on Champlain Canal Lock 5 Island just outside of the village of Schuylerville on historic Route 4. The event features local restaurants and food vendors offering savory samples of their fare paired with wine, beer, spirits, and hard cider tastings available from the area’s major and boutique vineyards, breweries, distilleries, and distributors. With 40 participating vendors, attendees will have the chance to revisit old favorites as well as discover new ones. The afternoon will be rounded out with a raffle featuring items donated from businesses in the community, a 50/50, and a live performance by local band the Zucchini Brothers on the HCP stage. Attendees must be 21 years of age or older. Tickets are available for $40 (plus fees) in advance via Eventbrite.com (search term “Tasting on the Hudson”), and $50 at door if available. Proceeds will benefit SAFER (Schuylerville food pantry), local diabetes education, volunteer EMS and fire departments, families in need, and school scholarships to name a few.
THRIFT SHOP: The Johnsonville Methodist Church Thrift Shop, located at 22 Bridge St., Johnsonville, NY 12094 is open from 9-12 every Wednesday and the first Saturday of each month. Closed on major holidays. Look for our sign at the corner of Rte. 111 and Rte. 67. We have a great selection of adult and children’s seasonal clothing, vintage, special occasion and career clothes, jewelry, shoes, boots, purses, linens, toys, puzzles, games, cds and dvds, and household and decorative items. Our well-organized book room has over 1,000 books.
WALK TO END ALZHEIMER’S: Saturday, October 1st 2022 from 10: 00 AM to 1:00 PM. The Alzheimer’s Association, Northeastern New York chapter is hosting its 2022 Walk to End Alzheimer’s – Albany, on Saturday, Oct. 1 at The Crossings of Colonie, located at 580 Albany Shaker Rd. Participants may check in beginning at 10 a.m. with an opening ceremony at 11:30 a.m.The walk starts immediately following the opening ceremony. For more information contact: Stefanie Bastien at (518) 675-7215 or visit act.alz.org/neny. Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research.
Sunday, Oct. 2, 2022
VFW POST 1938 BREAKFAST: The monthly breakfast at VFW Post 1938, Poplar Avenue, Valley Falls, NY 12185 will be held on Sunday, October 2 from 8 – 11. Menu includes eggs cooked to order, french toast, pancakes, sausage, bacon, potatoes, biscuits with sausage gravy, fruit, juice, coffee, tea and hot chocolate. Cost is $12 (age 13 and over), $6 (children 5 – 12), free (children under 5).
ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST: Breakfast Buffet and Omelet Station, Waterford Knights of Columbus – 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! Sunday, October 2nd, 2022, 8:00am – 11:00am and Every first Sunday of the Month at the K of C Hall, 76 Grace Street, Waterford. For more information visit waterfordkofc.org or call 518-237-9330. $10 adult – $5 children. (Children under 4 free).
Monday, Oct. 3, 2022
AUTUMN SIGN PAINTING: Join the library as we paint and stencil wooden signs celebrating the fall season. Spice up your home décor or gift to family and friends. Paints, brushes, and wooden plaques will be provided. Use the autumn-themed stencils we have or create your own works of art. The program will be held Monday, October 3rd, 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, Oct. 4, 2022
HISTORY PRESENTATION: Thursday, October 4, 6 pm local historian Joe Hall will give a talk on The Michael (Mickey) Kane Murder. The murder of Mickey Kane, a taxi driver from Bennington, VT. took place July 26, 1930. Joe will tell the sorted details of this murder mystery that lasted for years. To this day there is a headstone for Mickey Kane just of the road on Rt. 7, as you enter Tibbits Forest. All programs will be held at the Louis Miller Museum, 166 Main Street, Hoosick Falls. For questions or more information, you can contact the museum at staff@hoosickhistory.com or 518-686-4682.
BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 1 to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 4 at the Hilton Garden Inn, located at 235 Hoosick St., Troy. For more information or to make an appointment visit www.redcrossblood.org.
Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2022
THRIFT SHOP: The Johnsonville Methodist Church Thrift Shop, located at 22 Bridge St., Johnsonville, NY 12094 is open from 9-12 every Wednesday and the first Saturday of each month. Closed on major holidays. Look for our sign at the corner of Rte. 111 and Rte. 67. We have a great selection of adult and children’s seasonal clothing, vintage, special occasion and career clothes, jewelry, shoes, boots, purses, linens, toys, puzzles, games, cds and dvds, and household and decorative items. Our well-organized book room has over 1,000 books.
SHORT STORY CAFE: Join us for Troy Public Library’s Short Story Café, meeting Wednesdays, September 28th –November 2nd, 6:30- 8pm. Author David Sylvester is our host for this six-week informal discussion of the short story form that examines how writers handle structural elements such as plot, character, and theme in their writing. Each week we will read and discuss two (sometimes three) stories by well-known (and some lesser-known!) masters of the form. No writing experience is necessary, but this is a writer-friendly discussion. All materials will be available in advance at the front desk and should be read before the discussions. Mr. Sylvester is the author of two collections of short stories, I Would Tell You If I Could (2020) and Still Life (2022). This is a virtual program and will be conducted via zoom. This discussion is free and open to the public. Registration is required. To register call the library at 518-274-7071 or online at www.thetroylibrary.org.
Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022
BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 1 to 6 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 6 at St. Mary’s Church, located at the corner of Sixth and Division streets in Waterford. For more information or to make an appointment visit www.redcrossblood.org.
TROY CITY COUNCIL MEETING: Regular Troy City Council meetings are held on the first Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 433 River Street. Committee meetings are scheduled on a regular basis. Agendas and minutes for meetings are posted online. All meetings are open to the public. Committee meetings begins with a public forum where residents of Troy can comment on any item on the agenda. At monthly Regular meetings, Troy residents can discuss any issue related to the City of Troy. More information is available online at www.troyny.gov.
SIDEWALK WARRIORS: Each Thursday evening in the parking lot at 27-28 State St. in downtown 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.
COMMUNITY MEAL: YWCA of the Greater Capital Region, Inc., located at 21 First St. in Troy, serves a weekly community meal from 6 to 7 p.m. each Thursday. 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 Thursday’s menu. More information about this program is available online at www.ywca-gcr.org.
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.
Friday, Oct. 7, 2022
MEMBERANCE DAY: On Friday October 7, 2022, (Fried Dough Friday), Latham Knights of Columbus Members Judi Couch and Joy Meher are hosting a “Memberance Day” to Benefit Shriners Hospitals for Children-Springfield, MA. The event will begin with Children’s activities and games/prizes from 4 pm to 7 pm! Then 7 pm to close our DJ playing 50’s music for your dancing and listening enjoyment! Menu; hotdogs, hamburgers, sausage and peppers, Fried dough and more available for purchase. The first principle of our Order is Charity so please stop in to enjoy our “Memberance Day” and support the Shriners Hospital for Children of Springfield MA. Requesting member photos for a slide show display, please email klmajer@outlook.com for information!
Saturday, Oct. 8, 2022
CHICKEN BBQ, BAKE SALE & CRAFT FAIR: Hope UMC will host a chicken barbecue, bake sale and crafts fair on Saturday, Oct. 8 from 4 PM to 6:30 PM. The menu will consist of barbecued chicken, baked potato, baked beans, cole slaw, beverage and home baked pie. The cost is $15 per person and will be take-out only. There will also be a bake sale and crafts fair with unique crafted items locally made. The barbecue is by reservation only. Call (518) 779-2553 to reserve your ticket. Hope UMC is located at 566 Brunswick Rd., Troy (Route 2 at the corner of Garfield Road).
AUTHOR EVENT: Troy native and resident, prolific author, writing teacher, and book coach, Coleen Murtagh Paratore, will discuss and sign copies of her new book DEAR WRITER: Inspiration and Advice on Writing, in which she shares what she’s learned about the art of writing from having had 22 books published, across multiple genres, from picture books to adult inspirational memoir, with Simon & Schuster, Scholastic Press, Sourcebooks and more. Saturday, October 8, 3-5 p.m., The Book House of Stuyvesant Plaza, Albany, and Saturday October 22, 10 am – noon, Market Block Books, 290 River St., Troy. Free and open to the public. More info at www.coleenparatore.com.
Sunday, Oct. 9, 2022
TROY CHOWDERFEST 2022: Explore the walkable district sampling chowder, soup, and other delicious treats from a diverse group of restaurants and purveyors at the return of ChowderFest on Sunday, October 9 starting at 12 p.m. The event is free to attend and will feature $2 four-ounce samples for purchase at all participating locations. There is no up-front cost or presale ticket required to enjoy ChowderFest, as all samples will be purchased a la carte. Businesses in Downtown Troy locations will serve out of their storefronts, while cooks from outside the downtown perimeter will serve in partnership with a downtown business. Entertainment and craft vendors will be located throughout the district as well. This is an all-ages free event, families and students are invited to discover something new and support local. More information is available online at www.downtowntroy.org/chowderfest.
BREAKFAST BUFFET: The Latham-Colonie Columbiettes are hosting a Breakfast Buffet on Sunday, October 9th, 2022 from 8:30 am to 11:30 am at the Latham-Colonie Knights of Columbus Council, 328 Troy-Schenectady Road, Latham, N.Y. 12110. 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 and Hot Tea, Coffee or Hot Chocolate. $12 Adults, $6 Children (5-10) and under 5 Free! More information is available online at www.lathamcoloniekofc.com/dinners&events.
THE WAY WE WERE CAR CHOW: Downtown Ballston Spa will soon become a classic car enthusiast’s dream. The Ballston Spa Business & Professional Association has begun preparations for its 20th Annual “The Way We Were” Car Show taking place Sunday, October 9th on Front Street. The fall favorite event typically draws over 400 show cars and organizers are anticipating a large turnout for the milestone 20-year anniversary of the show. In addition to all of the cars and trucks, there will be food and merchandise vendors, a kid’s zone with a bounce house and activities, live music and a trophy presentation at the end of the day. Pre-registration for show cars is now open. Sponsorship and vendor opportunities are also currently available for businesses and organizations that would like to be a part of the show. The event is free to spectators. To learn more about “The Way We Were” Car Show, visit www.ballston.org.
Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2022
VETERANS NIGHT: Lucy’s Bar, located at 5 Caroline St. in Saratoga Springs, is kicking off its Veterans Night series at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 11. All of the profits from that evening and every Tuesday Veterans Night after that will go to local nonprofit organization Operation at Ease, which pairs dogs from shelters deserving veterans and first responders. A representative from Operation at Ease, along with a service dog from the organization, will be in attendance. More information about Operation at Ease and its programs is available online at www.operationatease.org.
Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2022
SHORT STORY CAFE: Join us for Troy Public Library’s Short Story Café, meeting Wednesdays, September 28th –November 2nd, 6:30- 8pm. Author David Sylvester is our host for this six-week informal discussion of the short story form that examines how writers handle structural elements such as plot, character, and theme in their writing. Each week we will read and discuss two (sometimes three) stories by well-known (and some lesser-known!) masters of the form. No writing experience is necessary, but this is a writer-friendly discussion. All materials will be available in advance at the front desk and should be read before the discussions. Mr. Sylvester is the author of two collections of short stories, I Would Tell You If I Could (2020) and Still Life (2022). This is a virtual program and will be conducted via zoom. This discussion is free and open to the public. Registration is required. To register call the library at 518-274-7071 or online at www.thetroylibrary.org.
THRIFT SHOP: The Johnsonville Methodist Church Thrift Shop, located at 22 Bridge St., Johnsonville, NY 12094 is open from 9-12 every Wednesday and the first Saturday of each month. Closed on major holidays. Look for our sign at the corner of Rte. 111 and Rte. 67. We have a great selection of adult and children’s seasonal clothing, vintage, special occasion and career clothes, jewelry, shoes, boots, purses, linens, toys, puzzles, games, cds and dvds, and household and decorative items. Our well-organized book room has over 1,000 books.
Thursday, Oct. 13, 2022
COHOES COLUMBIETTES MEETING: The Cohoes Columbiettes will meet on at 7 p.m. on Thursday October 13th at 255 Remsen St. in Cohoes.
SIDEWALK WARRIORS: Each Thursday evening in the parking lot at 27-28 State St. in downtown 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.
COMMUNITY MEAL: YWCA of the Greater Capital Region, Inc., located at 21 First St. in Troy, serves a weekly community meal from 6 to 7 p.m. each Thursday. 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 Thursday’s menu. More information about this program is available online at www.ywca-gcr.org.
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.
Saturday, Oct. 15, 2022
VENDOR & CRAFT FAIR: The Our Lady of Victory Columbiettes of Troy will once again be hosting a Vendor & Craft Fair on Saturday, October 15, 2022 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. We are located at 55 North Lake Avenue, Parish Hall, Troy. We are handicap accessible. For information, you may e-mail us at olv_columbiette_events@aol.com.
CHICKEN & BISCUIT DINNER: Zion’s UCC of Taborton, NY will host a Chicken & Biscuit Dinner on Oct. 15 from 4:30 to 5:30 PM. Take Out only. On the menu is a Chicken & Biscuit Dinner, mixed vegetables, and a delicious dessert. The cost will be $12 a dinner. To order a dinner call Diane Hoffman at 518 674-2746 or text at 518 649-5141. Call or Text Jane Weber at 518 258-4307, you will be called or texted your confirmation. Pick up your dinner between 4:30 and 5:30 at 744 Taborton Rd, Sand Lake, N.Y.
BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 15 at Eagle Mills Fire District, located at the 665 Brunswick Rd., Center Brunswick. For more information or to make an appointment visit www.redcrossblood.org.
Sunday, Oct. 16, 2022
BREAKFAST BUFFET: The Cohoes Knights of Columbus will host a buffet breakfast Sunday October 16th from8:30 to 11:30 a.m. at 255 Remsen St. in Cohoes. Cost $10 each. Children under age five are free.
Monday, Oct. 17, 2022
SURRENDER DAY: The 245th anniversary of the Battles of Saratoga, America’s Turning Point, will be commemorated on Surrender Day Monday, October 17, 9:30 A.M. in Schuylerville’s Fort Hardy Park along the Hudson River with artillery firings, sword surrender ceremony, and music. Surrender Day commemorates the victory of the American army of General Horatio Gates over British forces commanded by General John Burgoyne at Saratoga, New York, on October 17, 1777. Surrender day is a partnership of the town of Saratoga, the village of Schuylerville, Saratoga County 250th American Revolution Commission, and Saratoga County History Center. The ceremony is at Fort Hardy Park, the historical ground where the British forces surrendered and laid down their arms on October 17, 1777, bringing the Battles of Saratoga to an end. The 45-minute event will feature British and American re-enactors, cannon salutes, musical entertainment, and “13 Toasts” to the Victory at Saratoga. The celebration will be attended by students from Schuylerville elementary schools, who will present essays about the “turning point” of the American Revolution. State historian Devin Lander will deliver the keynote speech. In case of inclement weather, this event will be canceled. The general public is encouraged to attend. Please bring your own chair and wear patriotic attire.
Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2022
SHORT STORY CAFE: Join us for Troy Public Library’s Short Story Café, meeting Wednesdays, September 28th –November 2nd, 6:30- 8pm. Author David Sylvester is our host for this six-week informal discussion of the short story form that examines how writers handle structural elements such as plot, character, and theme in their writing. Each week we will read and discuss two (sometimes three) stories by well-known (and some lesser-known!) masters of the form. No writing experience is necessary, but this is a writer-friendly discussion. All materials will be available in advance at the front desk and should be read before the discussions. Mr. Sylvester is the author of two collections of short stories, I Would Tell You If I Could (2020) and Still Life (2022). This is a virtual program and will be conducted via zoom. This discussion is free and open to the public. Registration is required. To register call the library at 518-274-7071 or online at www.thetroylibrary.org.
THRIFT SHOP: The Johnsonville Methodist Church Thrift Shop, located at 22 Bridge St., Johnsonville, NY 12094 is open from 9-12 every Wednesday and the first Saturday of each month. Closed on major holidays. Look for our sign at the corner of Rte. 111 and Rte. 67. We have a great selection of adult and children’s seasonal clothing, vintage, special occasion and career clothes, jewelry, shoes, boots, purses, linens, toys, puzzles, games, cds and dvds, and household and decorative items. Our well-organized book room has over 1,000 books.
Thursday, Oct. 20, 2022
BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 20 at the RPI Chapel and Cultural Center, located at 2125 Burdett Ave. Troy. For more information or to make an appointment visit www.redcrossblood.org.
SIDEWALK WARRIORS: Each Thursday evening in the parking lot at 27-28 State St. in downtown 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.
COMMUNITY MEAL: YWCA of the Greater Capital Region, Inc., located at 21 First St. in Troy, serves a weekly community meal from 6 to 7 p.m. each Thursday. 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 Thursday’s menu. More information about this program is available online at www.ywca-gcr.org.
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.
Saturday, Oct. 22, 2022
AUTHOR EVENT: Troy native and resident, prolific author, writing teacher, and book coach, Coleen Murtagh Paratore, will discuss and sign copies of her new book DEAR WRITER: Inspiration and Advice on Writing, in which she shares what she’s learned about the art of writing from having had 22 books published, across multiple genres, from picture books to adult inspirational memoir, with Simon & Schuster, Scholastic Press, Sourcebooks and more. Saturday, October 8, 3-5 p.m., The Book House of Stuyvesant Plaza, Albany, and Saturday October 22, 10 am – noon, Market Block Books, 290 River St., Troy. Free and open to the public. More info at www.coleenparatore.com.
Sunday, Oct. 23, 2022
BOOK DISCUSSION: New Thought New York Center for Spiritual Living invites you to join a book discussion on Sunday October 23 on Gabrielle Bernstein’s, Judgemnet Detox: Release the beliefs that hold you back from living a better life. Fill out the contact us form on the website, www.newthoughtnewyork.org for discussion questions and Zoom information. Donations welcome. The event will be held 6-7:15pm via Zoom.
Monday, Oct. 24, 2022
BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from noon to 6 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 24 at the Hilton Garden Inn, located at 235 Hoosick St., Troy. For more information or to make an appointment visit www.redcrossblood.org.
AUTUMN JEWELS ART SHOW: The 25th Annual “Autumn Jewels” juried Art Show will be held at the Clifton Park Senior Community Center from Oct. 3 – Nov.1, 2022. This show is sponsored by Southern Saratoga Art Society and is open to all area artists. Entries will be judged and prizes awarded in both the fine arts and photography. Entries must be received by Wednesday, September 19, 2022. An award reception for all artists, families and friends will be held on Monday, October 24, 6:30 p.m., at the Senior Center. For rules, entry fees, entry forms and where to mail your entry, please visit: southernsaratogaartist.com or visit us on Facebook.
Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2022
BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 1 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 26 at the American Legion Post 1489, located at 111 Main Ave., Wynantskill. For more information or to make an appointment visit www.redcrossblood.org.
THRIFT SHOP: The Johnsonville Methodist Church Thrift Shop, located at 22 Bridge St., Johnsonville, NY 12094 is open from 9-12 every Wednesday and the first Saturday of each month. Closed on major holidays. Look for our sign at the corner of Rte. 111 and Rte. 67. We have a great selection of adult and children’s seasonal clothing, vintage, special occasion and career clothes, jewelry, shoes, boots, purses, linens, toys, puzzles, games, cds and dvds, and household and decorative items. Our well-organized book room has over 1,000 books.
SHORT STORY CAFE: Join us for Troy Public Library’s Short Story Café, meeting Wednesdays, September 28th –November 2nd, 6:30- 8pm. Author David Sylvester is our host for this six-week informal discussion of the short story form that examines how writers handle structural elements such as plot, character, and theme in their writing. Each week we will read and discuss two (sometimes three) stories by well-known (and some lesser-known!) masters of the form. No writing experience is necessary, but this is a writer-friendly discussion. All materials will be available in advance at the front desk and should be read before the discussions. Mr. Sylvester is the author of two collections of short stories, I Would Tell You If I Could (2020) and Still Life (2022). This is a virtual program and will be conducted via zoom. This discussion is free and open to the public. Registration is required. To register call the library at 518-274-7071 or online at www.thetroylibrary.org.
VIN LE SOIR: As people begin thinking of the upcoming season of giving, AIM will host its eighth annual Vin Le Soir: A Night in Florence, to raise funds for families facing additional needs and challenges as the holidays and frigid winter months approach. AIM Services, Inc. is one of the area’s largest service providers for people with developmental and intellectual disabilities and acquired brain injury. Events like Vin Le Soir are crucial for AIM to raise funds and awareness for the critical services it provides.Scheduled for 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 26 at Longfellows in Saratoga Springs Vin Le Soir: A Night in Florence is designed to create a warmth that is inspired by great company, delicious food, distinctive wines and doing good. The event will feature musical entertainment by Fresh, chef-curated foods by Longfellows, wine tastings by Brian the Wine Guy, and a brief presentation and heartfelt video by AIM staff. Appolo Heating and Cooling is offering to install a $15,000 HVAC System to one lucky winner from a raffle that will be drawn on Oct. 27. The raffle for the annual Lake Placid Package to Mirror Lake Inn will also be available. More information about Vin Le Soir: A Night in Florence, including tickers, sponsorships and raffle entries can be found online at ww.aimservicesinc.org/events/vin-le-soir/.
Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022
SIDEWALK WARRIORS: Each Thursday evening in the parking lot at 27-28 State St. in downtown 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.
COMMUNITY MEAL: YWCA of the Greater Capital Region, Inc., located at 21 First St. in Troy, serves a weekly community meal from 6 to 7 p.m. each Thursday. 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 Thursday’s menu. More information about this program is available online at www.ywca-gcr.org.
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.
Friday, Oct. 28, 2022
BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 28 at the Tamarack High School Key Club, located at 3992 Rt. 2, Troy. For more information or to make an appointment visit www.redcrossblood.org.
TROY NIGHT OUT: Troy Night Out takes place from 5 to 9 p.m. on the last Friday of every month. Every Troy Night Out, the streets of downtown come alive with music and culture beckoning you to discover local businesses, art galleries, fine restaurants, and unique boutiques of all varieties. Held the last Friday of every month, Troy Night Out is the perfect time to Enjoy Troy, with specials, sales, and promotions around every corner. More information is available online at downtowntroy.org.
Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022
ALBANY TRICK OR TROT PUMPKIN RUN: The City of Albany is excited to announce its first-ever Albany Trick or Trot Pumpkin Run 5K on Saturday, October 29th at 5:45 p.m. The Trick or Trot 5K is a great race for all ages, featuring a beautiful course through historic Washington Park and kicks off with an amazing fireworks display by East Capital Park, in front of City Hall. Participants are encouraged to dress up in your favorite Halloween costumes, as we walk & run through Albany and Washington Park. The race also features chip timing by Albany Running Exchange, age and gender based divisional awards, Halloween treats for participants and random prize drawings. Awards recognition and posting of results takes place at the East Capital Park following the race. All registered runners will receive a free Trick or Trot Pumpkin Run long-sleeve wicking fabric shirt. For more information, go to www.albanyevents.org. Registration is now open! Runners are encouraged to register early to ensure their spot. Participants may register online via Zippy Registration or download the mail-in entry form. Early registration is only $25, increases to $30 on October 1 and $35 on the day of race, only if the event limit is not reached. The Trick or Trot Pumpkin Run 5K is produced with the help of community volunteers. Sign up to be part of this great experience by visiting www.albanyevents.org/volunteer, calling 518.434.5416 or emailing volunteer@albanyny.gov.
Monday, Oct. 31, 2022
TRUNK OR TREAT: A Halloween Trunk or Treat event will be held on Oct. 31 from 3-7PM at the Waterford Knights of Columbus, located at 76 Grace St. in Waterford. Bring yourself, Bring a chair, and candy and to give out to children. Costume encouraged! Complimentary Hot Dogs and Hamburgers, Soup, and refreshments provided. Come to our Halloween Hot Dog cart! More information is available online at waterfordkofc.org.
Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2022
SHORT STORY CAFE: Join us for Troy Public Library’s Short Story Café, meeting Wednesdays, September 28th –November 2nd, 6:30- 8pm. Author David Sylvester is our host for this six-week informal discussion of the short story form that examines how writers handle structural elements such as plot, character, and theme in their writing. Each week we will read and discuss two (sometimes three) stories by well-known (and some lesser-known!) masters of the form. No writing experience is necessary, but this is a writer-friendly discussion. All materials will be available in advance at the front desk and should be read before the discussions. Mr. Sylvester is the author of two collections of short stories, I Would Tell You If I Could (2020) and Still Life (2022). This is a virtual program and will be conducted via zoom. This discussion is free and open to the public. Registration is required. To register call the library at 518-274-7071 or online at www.thetroylibrary.org.
THRIFT SHOP: The Johnsonville Methodist Church Thrift Shop, located at 22 Bridge St., Johnsonville, NY 12094 is open from 9-12 every Wednesday and the first Saturday of each month. Closed on major holidays. Look for our sign at the corner of Rte. 111 and Rte. 67. We have a great selection of adult and children’s seasonal clothing, vintage, special occasion and career clothes, jewelry, shoes, boots, purses, linens, toys, puzzles, games, cds and dvds, and household and decorative items. Our well-organized book room has over 1,000 books.
Thursday, Nov. 3, 2022
TROY CITY COUNCIL MEETING: Regular Troy City Council meetings are held on the first Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 433 River Street. Committee meetings are scheduled on a regular basis. Agendas and minutes for meetings are posted online. All meetings are open to the public. Committee meetings begins with a public forum where residents of Troy can comment on any item on the agenda. At monthly Regular meetings, Troy residents can discuss any issue related to the City of Troy. More information is available online at www.troyny.gov.
SIDEWALK WARRIORS: Each Thursday evening in the parking lot at 27-28 State St. in downtown 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.
COMMUNITY MEAL: YWCA of the Greater Capital Region, Inc., located at 21 First St. in Troy, serves a weekly community meal from 6 to 7 p.m. each Thursday. 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 Thursday’s menu. More information about this program is available online at www.ywca-gcr.org.
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.
Friday, Nov. 4, 2022
BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 8 a.m. to noon on Friday, Nov. 4 at the Troy Boys & Girls Club, located at 1700 Seventh Ave., Troy. For more information or to make an appointment visit www.redcrossblood.org.
Sunday, Nov. 6, 2022
THRIFT SHOP: The Johnsonville Methodist Church Thrift Shop, located at 22 Bridge St., Johnsonville, NY 12094 is open from 9-12 every Wednesday and the first Saturday of each month. Closed on major holidays. Look for our sign at the corner of Rte. 111 and Rte. 67. We have a great selection of adult and children’s seasonal clothing, vintage, special occasion and career clothes, jewelry, shoes, boots, purses, linens, toys, puzzles, games, cds and dvds, and household and decorative items. Our well-organized book room has over 1,000 books.
BASKET BINGO: Do you like playing bingo? Please join us on Sunday, November 6th at 1:00pm at St. Michael’s Church, Page Ave. in Cohoes. Instead of winning cash prizes, you will win beautiful prize baskets. Doors open at 11:30am. There will be food, desserts and beverages. For further information, please call Maria at 518 782-1203, Michelle at 518 235-3292 or Kathy 518-235-5286. The church hall is handicapped accessible. Come and have a fun afternoon. Under New York State law, you must be at least 18 years old in order to participate.
Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2022
THRIFT SHOP: The Johnsonville Methodist Church Thrift Shop, located at 22 Bridge St., Johnsonville, NY 12094 is open from 9-12 every Wednesday and the first Saturday of each month. Closed on major holidays. Look for our sign at the corner of Rte. 111 and Rte. 67. We have a great selection of adult and children’s seasonal clothing, vintage, special occasion and career clothes, jewelry, shoes, boots, purses, linens, toys, puzzles, games, cds and dvds, and household and decorative items. Our well-organized book room has over 1,000 books.
Thursday, Nov. 10, 2022
SIDEWALK WARRIORS: Each Thursday evening in the parking lot at 27-28 State St. in downtown 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.
COMMUNITY MEAL: YWCA of the Greater Capital Region, Inc., located at 21 First St. in Troy, serves a weekly community meal from 6 to 7 p.m. each Thursday. 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 Thursday’s menu. More information about this program is available online at www.ywca-gcr.org.
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.
Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022
BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 12 at the The Church at Newtown Rd., located at 142 Lower Newtown Rd., Waterford. For more information or to make an appointment visit www.redcrossblood.org.
Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022
CRAFT FAIR: All Saints on the Hudson, 52 William St., Mechanicville, will hold its annual Craft Fair on Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Crafts, raffle, home made baked goods. Kitchen open and serving from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information or for vendor applications contact Carm Hein at chein@nycap.rr.com or 518-664-5950.
Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2022
BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from noon to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 15 at Russell Sage College, located at 65 First St., Troy. For more information or to make an appointment visit www.redcrossblood.org.
Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2022
THRIFT SHOP: The Johnsonville Methodist Church Thrift Shop, located at 22 Bridge St., Johnsonville, NY 12094 is open from 9-12 every Wednesday and the first Saturday of each month. Closed on major holidays. Look for our sign at the corner of Rte. 111 and Rte. 67. We have a great selection of adult and children’s seasonal clothing, vintage, special occasion and career clothes, jewelry, shoes, boots, purses, linens, toys, puzzles, games, cds and dvds, and household and decorative items. Our well-organized book room has over 1,000 books.
Thursday, Nov. 17, 2022
BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 17 at the RPI Chapel and Cultural Center, located at 2125 Burdett Ave., Troy. For more information or to make an appointment visit www.redcrossblood.org.
SIDEWALK WARRIORS: Each Thursday evening in the parking lot at 27-28 State St. in downtown 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.
COMMUNITY MEAL: YWCA of the Greater Capital Region, Inc., located at 21 First St. in Troy, serves a weekly community meal from 6 to 7 p.m. each Thursday. 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 Thursday’s menu. More information about this program is available online at www.ywca-gcr.org.
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.
Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2022
THRIFT SHOP: The Johnsonville Methodist Church Thrift Shop, located at 22 Bridge St., Johnsonville, NY 12094 is open from 9-12 every Wednesday and the first Saturday of each month. Closed on major holidays. Look for our sign at the corner of Rte. 111 and Rte. 67. We have a great selection of adult and children’s seasonal clothing, vintage, special occasion and career clothes, jewelry, shoes, boots, purses, linens, toys, puzzles, games, cds and dvds, and household and decorative items. Our well-organized book room has over 1,000 books.
Friday, Nov. 25, 2022
TROY NIGHT OUT: Troy Night Out takes place from 5 to 9 p.m. on the last Friday of every month. Every Troy Night Out, the streets of downtown come alive with music and culture beckoning you to discover local businesses, art galleries, fine restaurants, and unique boutiques of all varieties. Held the last Friday of every month, Troy Night Out is the perfect time to Enjoy Troy, with specials, sales, and promotions around every corner. More information is available online at downtowntroy.org.
BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 1 to 6 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 25 at Poestenkill Fire Department, located at 182 Main St., Poestenkill. For more information or to make an appointment visit www.redcrossblood.org.
Monday, Nov. 28, 2022
BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from noon to 6 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 28 at the Hilton Garden Inn, located at 235 Hoosick St., Troy. For more information or to make an appointment visit www.redcrossblood.org.
Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2022
THRIFT SHOP: The Johnsonville Methodist Church Thrift Shop, located at 22 Bridge St., Johnsonville, NY 12094 is open from 9-12 every Wednesday and the first Saturday of each month. Closed on major holidays. Look for our sign at the corner of Rte. 111 and Rte. 67. We have a great selection of adult and children’s seasonal clothing, vintage, special occasion and career clothes, jewelry, shoes, boots, purses, linens, toys, puzzles, games, cds and dvds, and household and decorative items. Our well-organized book room has over 1,000 books.
Thursday, Dec. 1, 2022
TROY CITY COUNCIL MEETING: Regular Troy City Council meetings are held on the first Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 433 River Street. Committee meetings are scheduled on a regular basis. Agendas and minutes for meetings are posted online. All meetings are open to the public. Committee meetings begins with a public forum where residents of Troy can comment on any item on the agenda. At monthly Regular meetings, Troy residents can discuss any issue related to the City of Troy. More information is available online at www.troyny.gov.
BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 1 at the RPI Chapel and Cultural Center, located at 2125 Burdett Ave., Troy. For more information or to make an appointment visit www.redcrossblood.org.
SIDEWALK WARRIORS: Each Thursday evening in the parking lot at 27-28 State St. in downtown 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.
COMMUNITY MEAL: YWCA of the Greater Capital Region, Inc., located at 21 First St. in Troy, serves a weekly community meal from 6 to 7 p.m. each Thursday. 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 Thursday’s menu. More information about this program is available online at www.ywca-gcr.org.
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.
Thursday, Dec. 8, 2022
BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 1 to 6 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 8 at the Waterford Emergency Team, located at 122 First Ave., Waterford. For more information or to make an appointment visit www.redcrossblood.org.
SIDEWALK WARRIORS: Each Thursday evening in the parking lot at 27-28 State St. in downtown 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.
COMMUNITY MEAL: YWCA of the Greater Capital Region, Inc., located at 21 First St. in Troy, serves a weekly community meal from 6 to 7 p.m. each Thursday. 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 Thursday’s menu. More information about this program is available online at www.ywca-gcr.org.
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.
Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2022
BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 1 to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 13 at the Brunswick Elks, located at 665 Brunswick Rd., Troy. For more information or to make an appointment visit www.redcrossblood.org.
Thursday, Dec. 15, 2022
SIDEWALK WARRIORS: Each Thursday evening in the parking lot at 27-28 State St. in downtown 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.
COMMUNITY MEAL: YWCA of the Greater Capital Region, Inc., located at 21 First St. in Troy, serves a weekly community meal from 6 to 7 p.m. each Thursday. 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 Thursday’s menu. More information about this program is available online at www.ywca-gcr.org.
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.
Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2022
BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 1 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 21 at the Hilton Garden Inn, located at 235 Hoosick St., Troy. For more information or to make an appointment visit www.redcrossblood.org.
Thursday, Dec. 22, 2022
SIDEWALK WARRIORS: Each Thursday evening in the parking lot at 27-28 State St. in downtown 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.
COMMUNITY MEAL: YWCA of the Greater Capital Region, Inc., located at 21 First St. in Troy, serves a weekly community meal from 6 to 7 p.m. each Thursday. 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 Thursday’s menu. More information about this program is available online at www.ywca-gcr.org.
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.
Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2022
BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from noon to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 27 at the Hilton Garden Inn, located at 235 Hoosick St., Troy. For more information or to make an appointment visit www.redcrossblood.org.
Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2022
BLOOD DRIVE: An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 1 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 28 at the American Legion Post 1489, located at 111 Main Ave., Wynantskill. For more information or to make an appointment visit www.redcrossblood.org.
Thursday, Dec. 29, 2022
SIDEWALK WARRIORS: Each Thursday evening in the parking lot at 27-28 State St. in downtown 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.
COMMUNITY MEAL: YWCA of the Greater Capital Region, Inc., located at 21 First St. in Troy, serves a weekly community meal from 6 to 7 p.m. each Thursday. 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 Thursday’s menu. More information about this program is available online at www.ywca-gcr.org.
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.
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