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In the Kitchen Get ready for kindergarten Help your child feel less anxious about school. Page 5

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INDEX Features Libraries and tech 15

Columnists Triple Threat 4 Learning Center 5 Recollections 9 Social Security Corner 14 Retiring Retirement 18

What’s new On the Bookshelf Kids Fun Page Brainteasers

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Resources Calendar 10-11, 13 Senior Centers 16-17

Regular Sunday dinners with the extended family are an ideal opportunity for grandparents to pass down family recipes and regale grandchildren with funny stories and memories.

Bond over cooking

Preparing a meal together is a great way for families to make memories

amilies that want to spend more time together can find a fun way to do just that by working together on something they already do each day. Cooking meals together can add some fun to a task that’s already a part of many families’ daily routines.

inforce school lessons. Family cooking nights also pose a great opportunity to create lasting memories. Various sources indicate that children are more likely to remember experiences from their youth rather than the presents they receive. Some of those cherished experiences can

Children can learn quite a bit from cooking, as preparing recipes can re-

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On the Bookshelf

picture books

Books to amuse and inspire

By Melanie Ellsworth; illustrated by James Rey Sanchez

‘Creepy Crayon!’

By Gideon Sterer; illustrated by Benjamin Chaud

illustrated by Peter Brown

By Aaron Reynolds;

Do you believe in magic? No? Well, clearly you have never witnessed the astonishing, bewildering, disappearing Mr. Jacques. Watch closely. He can wedge himself into the spine of this book, or drape himself across its pages. He can disappear before your very eyes! But is he really gone? If you pay very close attention, maybe he will teach you some of his tricks, too. Knopf Books

In Josh’s bedroom, tension mounts as each of his books battle over who will be chosen for story time. It’s every book for itself – until Pirate Book needs rescuing, and the books must use their unique talents to save him. But when story time arrives, the battle resumes. This energetic picture book celebrates the magic of stories and the joy of choosing your favorite books. little bee books

‘A Little Ferry Tale’

Jasper Rabbit has a problem: He is NOT doing well in school. But one day, he finds a crayon lying in the gutter. Purple. Pointy. Perfect. And it wants to help. At first, Jasper is excited. Everything is going great. His spelling is fantastic. His math is stupendous. And best of all, he doesn’t have to do ANY work! But then the crayon starts acting weird, and Jasper must find a way to get rid of it before it takes over his life. Simon & Schuster

By Chad Otis Little Ferry feels like no one notices her. She isn’t strong like Tugboat or fast like Speedboat or graceful like Sailboat, the boats everyone loves to watch. But Little Ferry is special, too! She’s patient and careful and always on time. And when disaster flares on Wildlife Island, Little Ferry finds that her quiet traits are the very ones that will help her finally stand out and save the day. Atheneum/Caitlyn Dlouhy Books

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Editor’s note:

Summer fun to last the year

spend so much of my winter and early spring dreaming about – and planning for – summer. I don’t hate winter. I’ve just never really gotten into all those activities it is known for like skiing, sledding, skating or building a snowman. Thinking about summer is a welcome distraction when it’s cold and dark. And then, all of a sudden, August is here and I start to mildly panic about making sure I squeeze every last bit of “summerness” out of the season. Where did July go? I wish there was some way to bottle up those warms days and save them for later – like the middle of January. Summer sets its own pace, and there are days where the heat and humidity can keep me stuck indoors just like the ice and snow of winter. I have to remind myself there’s no need to rush from one summer activity to the next. A few carefully planned outings can store up a cache of summer memories to call on in the winter months. Looking to make your own summer memories? Check out our calendar on pages 10-13 to scout out your next adventure as a family. Thanks for reading Family Now! Check out our articles and more at www.cdfamilynow.com and mail your story ideas and pictures to Capital District Family Now, P.O. Box 100, Delmar, NY 12054, or e-mail me at robertsk@ spotlightnews.com. Kristen Roberts Editor, Capital District Family Now

n Bond continued from Page 1 be enjoyed in the kitchen alongside Mom and Dad. In addition to creating lasting, fun memories, cooking together as a family may make children less likely to complain about foods since they have lent a hand in their creation. Furthermore, cooking together fosters a special feeling of unity and may establish a nopressure, safe space for conversation. Here are some ways to start cooking as a family: Organize age-appropriate tasks. Little hands can only handle so much. A toddler can pour and stir ingredients, while an older child or teenager may be ready to chop ingredients or sauté at the stove. Expect some mess. Parents and other adults should go into any meal creation process with children expecting

things to get a tad messy. It may be possible to minimize messes by setting up workstations covered by plastic tablecloths that can be folded up and shaken into the trash. Encourage children to sit down so they don’t inadvertently spread any messes to another part of the house. Begin with simple recipes. An initial foray into family cooking should involve a recipe that’s easy to prepare and perhaps doesn’t require too many ingredients. Build on each success after that, growing bolder with each subsequent recipe. The Apple Turnover recipe below is a fun and tasty dish to start with, and little hands can help with peeling the apples and folding the dough squares. Make it a multi-generational experience. For many families, Sunday was the opportunity to gather at Grandma’s house and spend time together. Rekindle this tradition by hosting weekly or monthly family meals where everyone

gets to take part in bringing the meal to the table. This is an ideal opportunity for grandparents to pass down family recipes and regale grandchildren with funny stories and memories. Plan for things to take a little extra time. Preparation time is likely to take a bit longer when multiple hands are stirring the pot. Adults should resist the urge to take over when children may not be doing things the right way. If meals need to be on the table at certain times, start an hour or two earlier than you otherwise would to account for some confusion and even a potential restart. Eliminate as many distractions as possible. The kitchen may be the heart of the home, but it can be dangerous to be around knives and other cooking utensils and instruments. Distractions like televisions or phones can draw attention away and potentially lead to injuries from pots boiling over or children getting too close to hot flames.

Easy Apple Turnovers Serves 4 1-1/2 cups thinly sliced, peeled apples (roughly 1-1/2 medium-sized apples) 1/4 cup packed brown sugar 2 tablespoons water 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon granulated sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon butter or margarine 1/2 teaspoon vanilla 1 box refrigerated pie crusts 1 egg In a 2-quart saucepan, mix apples, brown sugar, 1 tablespoon of the water and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until bubbly. Reduce heat to low; cover and cook 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until apples are tender. In a small bowl, mix flour, granulated sugar and salt. Gradually stir into apple mixture, cooking and stirring until mixture thickens. Remove from heat; stir in butter and vanilla. Cool 15 minutes. Meanwhile, heat oven to 350 F. Let pie crust stand at room temperature for 15 minutes. Unroll crust on ungreased cookie sheet. Spoon cooled fruit mixture evenly onto half of crust to within 1/2 inch of edge. In a small bowl, beat egg and 1 tablespoon water; brush over edge of crust. Fold untopped half of crust over apple mixture; firmly press edge to seal. Flute edge; cut small slits in several places in top crust. Brush top with remaining egg mixture. Bake 25 to 35 minutes or until crust is golden brown. Serve warm or cool. Drizzle with icing, if desired.

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Triple Threat

parenting triplets in the Capital District

Finding their voices Sometimes speaking out against injustice means getting loud

norm for many. When our home was are an average of 11 mass shootings threatened because of our rainbow flag, every week. There have been 22,417 which is up all year, we pushed back. deaths due to gun violence as of July 4, We put up two rainbow windsocks to 2022. The Center for Disease Control fly freely in our yard. The comment was and Prevention has listed gun violence made by a classmate of the kids, and as the No. 1 killer of children from when it was brought to the attention of 1-19 years old. Sobering, no? school officials, there didn’t seem to be a My voice has gotten louder and consequence imposed. I felt like more assertive over the years. we were being found at fault Olivia and Rebecca have because we chose to fly a been in the room when I by rainbow flag. It felt like have been on the phone our family’s voice was trying to cancel a serbeing muted. vice. The agent on the

here is no way to hide what is going on in the world from three, 14-year-old miniadults. I think if we lived on a homestead in Colorado, we would still see that our country is in trouble. I am often torn by two competing thoughts: Be light and airy or become a political lightning rod. Don’t stand too close – you might get fried.

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I doubt that James other end of the phone Madison was thinking relentlessly pelted me Our country (you remember, the more than 200 years in with random information land of the free) has continued to strip the future when he penned and offers that I repeatedly away the voices of so many, and the the Second Amendment. I don’t turned down. Yes, this is the ability to see all people as valuable is know if he would be pleased that this job of the agent and I know that, but slowly being taken away. part of the Bill of Rights is marched I asked over and over to just cancel. I out every time those of us who protest was not being heard. I was just an anPride Month has passed, and so against gun violence ask to be heard. noying woman to be swatted away like many rainbows have been packed away Time and again, the right to keep a cluster of gnats. I did not yell. I did until next year when they will be dusted Madeline Cantarella Culpo, Director not get nasty. I had the call on speaker off once again and displayed. The other and bear arms has been deemed more important than the lives of the citizens. so that Olivia and Rebecca could hear 11 months of the year disparaging comThe Gun Violence Archive states there both sides of the conversation. We ments and micro-aggressions are the

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made eye contact and rolled our eyes and muffled our giggles. Finally, I got through to this person and my service was cancelled within the hour. It took 46 minutes to be heard. On the day of Benjamin, Rebecca and Olivia’s Moving Up ceremony, we learned that Roe v. Wade had been overturned. We sat in my car in stunned silence. The voices of so many pro-choice advocates have been raised in protest. We have added our voices added to the outrage. My kids know about abortion, and we have discussed how to raise our voices and advocate for every woman to have a choice. Looking at the world as my brave trio gets older, I can only wonder how they will make an impact. Each one is precious and loved. Olivia may be quiet at times, but she is a force to be reckoned with. Benjamin is an advocate and will reach out for people who need a hand. Rebecca is vocal and will speak her mind. Each child is secure in themselves.

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Education insight for parents

Learning Center

Prepare your child for school Stay positive and establish a routine to help your child thrive

indergarten is an exciting milestone in a child’s life, but for many it can also come with some fears and apprehension. Use the rest of the summer to get your child ready and excited for “big kid” school. The more you prep them the easier the transition will be. by Here are some tips to get your child ready for the learning and social environment and hopefully ease anxiety. Talk. Talk about what new and thrilling things they will learn and see in school. If you know the schedule or what things are in the classroom you can tell your child about them. Will your child sit at a table or a desk? Maybe there are book bins and a reading corner. Will they have a cubby to put their things? Share stories with your child of when you were in kindergarten and how you felt. Make them feel like

they can talk to you about all their questions or concerns. Listen. Really listen to everything they say and how they say it. Some children may not be able to articulate their true feelings about school. If this is your child you can use toys to act out the first day of school. This type of role playing may give you a better idea of what they’re thinking. Encourage the conversation. Knowing they have someone to listen will help ease their fears. Show enthusiasm. Let them know school is fun and exciting. Focus on the things you know your child will enjoy. Maybe it’s a special playground or technology time. Will there be an art or music class, maybe a class pet? Pull in older siblings to help talk about their fun experiences too. Start a routine. Children thrive on consistency and need routines. This

Have a positive attitude and relax when talking to your child about their new year at school. Children feed off of a parent’s energy so try and speak positively yourself.

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allows them to know what to predict. It also helps them feel safe. Use the weeks before the school year begins to set up your morning routine. Have your child help you plan. Do they want to get dressed or pack lunch first? You may even want to make a chart with pictures

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so your child can see what comes next. This is also a great time to curb the allday snacking of summer and put them on the same snack and lunch schedule as school.

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Back to School

Foreign language study for the win

ome students embrace foreign language classes, while others may question their value. Those in the latter camp may be surprised to learn just how much they benefit from studying a foreign language.

University of Birmingham suggest that bilingualism could lead to better sustained attention and attentional monitoring, thus improving students’ ability to remain focused and block out distractions.

Foreign languages and multi-tasking

Foreign languages and long-term cognitive health Dementia might not be foremost on the minds of school-aged youngsters, but their foreign language class could be delaying its onset by a significant margin. A 2010 study published in the peer-reviewed journal Neurology found that bilingual patients with probable Alzheimer’s disease reported the onset of symptoms 5.1 years later than monolingual patients. Authors of the study concluded that lifelong bilingualism confers protection against the onset of Alzheimer’s disease, which underscores the value of learning a foreign language as a young person and maintaining that knowledge throughout adulthood.

The benefits of foreign language courses on students’ brains is well-documented and can produce some immediate and long-lasting results.

Foreign languages and attention span A recent study from Microsoft found that the average attention span is now eight seconds, which marks a significant decline since 2000, when

the average attention span was 12 seconds. Researchers behind the report suggest the prevalence of screens, particularly the use of multiple screens at once, has led to that decline. But bilingual individuals may be able to buck that trend. Researchers at the School of Psychology at the

Most adults likely need no reminder that the current world is one that requires an ability to multi-task. Learning a foreign language can make it easier to navigate that world. A 2012 study funded by the National Institutes of Health found that bilingual children had a greater ability to multitask than monolingual children. The NIH study utilized a switching task to gauge monolingual and bilingual children’s ability to pay attention, plan, organize and strategize. Bilingual children were faster at switching than their monolingual counterparts, which could set them up to be more successful in a world that has increasingly valued the ability to multi-task.

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n an effort to adapt to significant changes in printing and distribution costs Capital District Family Now is now printed in a slightly larger tabloid format, (returning to its original size when we started publishing news about the family 25 years ago). This newer size brings more opportunities to add content and grow. Even better, Family Now is automatically mailed to 14,000 homes in the Capital District on the first

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continued from Page 4 I have fought so many fights on behalf of Olivia, Benjamin and Rebecca. Now they speak for themselves and advocate for those around them. I will overhear snippets of conversations about what is right and what is just. Often the logic is sound. Often the ideas are plausible. Too often, they realize no one in authority is going to listen. The choice becomes do they give up or do they get loud and

n Learning Center continued from Page 5 Set expectations. Even young children need to know what’s coming. Ask the teacher what a typical day will look like and talk about it at home. Most schools have an orientation for kindergarten. Use this time for your child to ask any questions they have. Meeting the teacher and knowing what is expected will help their transition tremendously. Relax, think, and speak posi-

tive. Kids are perceptive and they hear EVERYTHING! If you sound anxious when you talk about school, they’ll learn to be anxious, too. Have a positive attitude and relax when talking about their new year at school. Children feed off of a parent’s energy so try and speak positively yourself. Vanessa Banks is Co-Founder of Kernel Creative Media and the marketing strategist for Sylvan Learning of Clifton Park and Albany. For more information, visit SylvanLearning.com.

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rowdy? Raising future adults with the intent that they will help change the world with voices that get louder as they seek more of what is just and right is daunting. They have voices that will be heard. Watch out, because like their momma, they stand tall in their convictions. Jennifer Steuer is an Albany mom whose busy household includes her husband, Harlan, and 14-year-old triplets Olivia, Benjamin and Rebecca. Follow her on Instagram: jennifersteuer.

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Recollections and observations

Is it a legacy or just a song? Music that was important to Gen X doesn’t have to be important to everyone else

he other day, I was leafing through my Flipboard phone application when I came across an article on one of my music sites. The author was of my generation, Gen X. The headline was reaching across the techno void to the younger generations, begging to learn if they’ve heard — even cared about — the 40 songs he listed in the article. The first few songs were bangers from my college days. I scrolled further down to find more. It was a wellcompiled list. They weren’t necessarily hits, but they’ve all played through Walkman headphones. If they aren’t presently in my CD collection, they are tucked away on some external hard drive. As amazed as I was by the list, I can’t remember a single one since I read that article. To be honest, I didn’t read the

whole article. My generation is getting old. Not me, though. A few days removed from reading that piece, I understand it was an attempt for the author to find relevance in today’s world. Do the lyrics of his favorite songs still hit hard, or should they all reside a slow, burning death on a contemporary radio station? Well, I’ve got the answer. by It doesn’t matter what they think.

Whoa. Did I just compare us to Mom? We’ll just pretend like that never happened.

we somehow muddled that for our kids. Maybe it’s because we got ourselves in trouble with all that idle time.

What episode of Daria made you think our generation cares about fitting in? We infiltrated TikTok during the pandemic. We participated in all the silly dances. Put them all in a figure-four leg lock. Yes. It was cringe-worthy at first. But we occupy all the bandwidth now just as grandma did the same to us on Facebook. We do whatever we feel like we want to do, gosh!

The New York Times called my generation a mess, but I’d argue that we’re more in tune with ourselves than the cohorts around us. When you’re a latchkey kid, you have time to reflect. We didn’t develop anxiety until we found a need for a side hustle. Our childhoods didn’t involve itineraries. We made our own friends. If we wanted to play sports or an instrument, we asked without thinking about how it looked on a college application. But, as parents,

It’s not my intent to dismiss the opinions of others. The point, however, was that our songs are important to us. They don’t have to be for others. There’s this creeping sense of legacy, and I get that. Right now, I’m staring down a bowl of chicken broth before my colonoscopy tomorrow. I miss being 20 and not giving a crap about this.

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Those who listened to their favorite songs on a Walkman might be wondering if they are still relevant. But the truth is, it doesn’t matter what the younger generation thinks.

The writer is editor-at-large of Capital District Family Now.

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Calendar of events

August 4 Thursday Draw Your Own Maze Watch a tutorial on how to draw a maze, then draw your own. We will make copies of each completed maze to share with everyone at the program, 2 p.m. For grades 2 and up. Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar. For more information, call 518-4399314 or visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org.

Thursdays in the Park: Storyteller Diane Edgecomb The library has once again teamed up with Bethlehem Town Parks and Recreation to offer a family-friendly series of events, 6:30 p.m. Shows will take place at Elm Avenue Park unless noted. This series is co-sponsored by Friends of Bethlehem Public Library and Friends of Bethlehem Parks and Recreation Department. For more information, call 518-439-9314 or visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org.

Therapy Dogs for Teens De-stress and pet a therapy dog, 15-minute appointments starting at 6:30 p.m. For grades 6-12, only. Registration required. Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Road, Clifton Park. For more information, call (518) 371-8622 or visit www.cphlibrary. org.

6 Saturday Nature Walk at Coldbrook Preserve Participants will learn how amphibians and reptiles are important to aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. This Preserve serves as a buffer to wetland habitat for the threatened Blanding’s turtle and we will learn about the natural history of this interesting species, 10:30 a.m. For more information or to register, visit wiltonpreserve.org or call (518) 450-0321.

Knox Car Show Show to benefit the Knox Historical Society with live bands Geezer, Bluestones and Nite Train, 2-8 p.m. Route 156 Village of Knox, behind firehouse.

Exploring the Arthropods Use insect nets and other capturing devices to observe and learn

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about this diverse group of animals as we explore the Arboretum’s fields and forest edge with nature educator George Steele, 2-3 p.m. Cost for members: $5/person, $15/ family; non-members: $15/person, $25/family. Landis Arboretum, 174 Lape Road, Esperance. For more information, call (518) 875-6935 or visit landisarboretum.org.

Pick of the month

Summer on Central WAMC’s Performing Arts Studio to host free, outdoor music series Saturdays at 2 p.m. The Linda’s parking lot at 339 Central Ave. in Albany. Free. For more information, call (518) 465-5233 or visit www. thelinda.org.

8 Monday Sonny & Perley Sonny and Perley interpret and perform the material in their own inimitable artistic style which incorporates elements of music history, art, culture, audience engagement, intimacy and artistic creativity, 6 p.m. Round Lake Auditorium, 2 Wesley Ave., Round Lake. For more information, call (518) 899-2800 or visit roundlakeauditorium.org.

Poetry Writing Workshop Join Adonis Richards in this poetry writing workshop where you will explore the best techniques, styles, and even performing practices, 6-7:30 p.m. Participants will be given time to write and read a poem during the workshop, time permitting. For ages 18 and up. Registration required. Schenectady Public Library, 99 Clinton St., Schenectady. For more information, call (518) 388-4500 or visit www.scpl.org.

Nature Walk at Coldbrook Preserve Participants will learn how amphibians and reptiles are important to aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. This Preserve serves as a buffer to wetland habitat for the threatened Blanding’s turtle and we will learn about the natural history of this interesting species, 11 a.m. For more information or to register, visit wiltonpreserve.org or call (518) 450-0321.

Jazz Band in the Park Enjoy a mix of jazz styles from big band to contemporary, under the direction of Dennis Searles, 7-8:30 p.m. Glens Falls City Park gazebo, located between Crandall Library and the Queensbury Hotel in downtown Glens Falls. A lawn chair or blanket is suggested.

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Let’s Go Camping: Grama Tippy Toes Learn about camping while we sing, dance, and have a good time with Diane Payette on the Back Lawn, 6:30 p.m. Recommended for ages 4-8, with an adult. Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Road, Clifton Park. For more information, call (518) 371-8622 or visit www.cphlibrary.org.

10 Wednesday Unchartered Wild Reptiles Waterford Dragon Boat Festival The Dragon Boat Festival is a fun day for the family, full of dragon boat racing, friendly competition, and awards, 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. The Town of Waterford is proud to host this event to benefit Susan G. Komen and their fight against breast cancer. Organizations, businesses, and others are encouraged to register a team and take part in the competition. For more information, call (518) 235-8282.

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Summer Reading Photo Booth Take a selfie in our photo booth to mark your completion of our Summer Reading program. The photo booth will be available until August 31. Please bring your own camera or cell phone for the picture. Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Road, Clifton Park. For more information, call (518) 371-8622 or visit www. cphlibrary.org.

Learn to Play the Ukulele Join Julie Stepanek for a music program and short ukulele lesson, 10 a.m. Bring your own ukulele or use one here. For children in grades K-2. Teen session at 11 a.m. Registration required. Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Road, Clifton Park. For more information, call (518) 371-8622 or visit www.cphlibrary.org.

Design Your Own Temporary Tattoo Use Canva to design your own temporary tattoo, then print it out on tattoo paper, 3 p.m. For ages 9 and up. Registration required. Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar. For more information, call 518-4399314 or visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org.

9 Tuesday ‘Trolls World Tour’ Get out of the heat and step inside the Palace Theatre for a cool family-friendly movie on our big screen. Doors open at noon; movie starts at 1 p.m. Free. Palace Theatre, 19 Clinton Ave., Albany. For more information, call (518) 465-3335 or visit www.palacealbany.org.

Animal Exploration: Penguins Join us for stories and activities with an ocean theme, 11 a.m. Today’s featured animal is the penguin. For pre-K to grade 2. Registration required. Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar. For more information, call 518-439-9314 or visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org.

Hands-on with Digital Audiobooks Bring your own device and we will get you up and running with digital audiobooks from the library with options for listening on the go, in the car, and off the grid, 6:30 p.m. No experience needed. For adults; registration required. Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar. For more information, call 518-4399314 or visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org.

Come feel, see and learn why reptiles aren’t as scary as they may seem, 10 a.m. For ages 3-12, with an adult. Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Road, Clifton Park. For more information, call (518) 371-8622 or visit www. cphlibrary.org.

Fun with Fuse Beads Use our colorful beads to create a fun design, then we will iron the beads together to make a fun decoration for you to take home, 2 p.m. For grades 2 and up. Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar. For more information, call 518-439-9314 or visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org.

August outdoor movies: Jumanji Bring your own blanket, chairs and snacks and join us on the Green for a mid-week family-friendly movie night, 6 p.m. Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar. For more information, call 518-439-9314 or visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org.

11 Thursday Thursdays in the Park: Playin’ with Fire The library has once again teamed up with Bethlehem Town Parks and Recreation to offer a family-friendly series of events, 6:30 p.m. This show will take place at Henry Hudson Park. This series is co-sponsored by Friends of Bethlehem Public Library and Friends of Bethlehem Parks and Recreation Department. For more information, call 518-439-9314 or visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org.

Shorts Out Loud Enjoy fifteen minutes of live acoustic music followed by a contemporary short story read out loud, 6 p.m. Troy Public Library, Main Library, 100 2nd St., Troy. For more information, call (518) 274-

7071 or visit www.thetroylibrary. org.

‘Cosplay Universe’ Niche film series presented by It Came From Schenectady, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Prizes, surprises and a convenient bar and comfy sofas are expected. Cost is $9 for adults; $6 seniors and students. Proctors, 432 State St., Schenectady. For more information, call (518) 346-6204 or visit www.proctors.org.

Zoom Kids Cooking Class Join Jodie Fitz, of Market 32 Kids Cooking Club, as she teaches us how to cook a taco filled zucchini boat and a sandy beach dessert, 5:30 p.m. You’ll receive a list of ingredients and tools so kids can follow along. For grades 3-8. Registration required. Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Road, Clifton Park. For more information, call (518) 371-8622 or visit www.cphlibrary.org.

12 Friday Nature Night Out Visitors of all ages can enjoy live music while dining on a meal from food truck vendors, go on a StoryWalk adventure along the trail and learn about the natural and cultural history of the Pine Bush with interactive Discovery Center exhibits. Hours extended to 7:30 p.m. Albany Pine Bush Preserve Discovery Center, 195 New Karner Road, Albany. For more information, call (518) 456-0655 or visit albanypinebush.org.

13 Saturday Summer on Central WAMC’s Performing Arts Studio to host free, outdoor music series Saturdays at 2 p.m. The Linda’s parking lot at 339 Central Ave. in Albany. Free. For more information, call (518) 465-5233 or visit www. thelinda.org.

Ocean Yoga and Ice Pops Join Vicki Brignati as she leads us through some special Summer Reading-themed yoga poses, 10 a.m. For ages 5 and up, with an adult. Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Road, Clifton Park. For more information, call (518) 371-8622 or visit www.cphlibrary. org.

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15 Monday ‘Space Jam: A New Legacy’ Get out of the heat and step inside the Palace Theatre for a cool family-friendly movie on our big screen. Doors open at noon; movie starts at 1 p.m. Free. Palace Theatre, 19 Clinton Ave., Albany. For more information, call (518) 465-3335 or visit www.palacealbany.org.

Nature on the Move Walk This program is geared towards gentle exercise and the enjoyment of nature and will be accessible for participants at basic fitness levels, 10:30 a.m. The group usually covers about 1.5 miles of trail. Registration is required. Space is limited. Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park, 80 Scout Road, Wilton. Visit wiltonpreserve. org or call (518) 450-0321 for more information or to sign up.

DIY Eco-Friendly Cleaners Concerned about the chemicals in your cleaning products? Learn how to make your own non-toxic household cleaners, 6 p.m. For adults and teens; registration required. Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar. For more information, call 518-4399314 or visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org.

16 Tuesday Five Rivers Native Garden Tour Join this mid-week tour of Five Rivers Environmental Education Center’s two native gardens, 10 a.m. Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road. For more information, call (518) 475-0291 or visit www. dec.ny.gov/education/1835.html.

Ocean Animal Exploration: Fish Join us for stories and activities with an ocean theme, 11 a.m. Today’s featured animal is the fish. For pre-K to grade 2. Registration

required. Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar. For more information, call 518-4399314 or visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org.

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Maker STEM: Cleaning Our Oceans Learn about the challenges our oceans are facing with some fun water experiments, 6:30 p.m. For grades 3-5. Registration required. Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Road, Clifton Park. For more information, call (518) 371-8622 or visit www.cphlibrary. org.

17 Wednesday Paint Palooza Join us as we play with paint of all kinds: thick, thin, acrylic and watercolor, 10 a.m. For ages 3-12, with an adult. Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Road, Clifton Park. For more information, call (518) 371-8622 or visit www.cphlibrary.org.

Mini Macramé Plant Hanger Join us as we create a smaller version of a classic macramé plant hanger, 6:30 p.m. Prior experience not required. For adults and teens; registration required. Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar. For more information, call 518-439-9314 or visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org.

Learn about water density and make a rainbow in a bottle, 3 p.m. For grades K and up. Tweens and teens welcome! Registration required. Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar. For more information, call 518-4399314 or visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org.

The Traveling Lantern Theater Company The library has once again teamed up with Bethlehem Town Parks and Recreation to offer a family-friendly series of events, 6:30 p.m. Shows will take place at Elm Avenue Park unless noted. This series is co-sponsored by Friends of Bethlehem Public Library and Friends of Bethlehem Parks and Recreation Department. For more information, call 518439-9314 or visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org.

Marty Wendell ‘Rock and Roll Days’ Combining a tasteful blend of new originals and time-honored standards, Rock and Roll Days plays like a love letter to the past, 7 p.m. Round Lake Auditorium, 2 Wesley Ave., Round Lake. For more information, call (518) 899-2800 or visit roundlakeauditorium.org.

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Fandom Fest Nerds, geeks, bookworms, gamers and everyone in between are invited to share the love they have for their favorite show, anime, game or movie with new fans, young and old. Scheduled to appear is James Marsters, best known as Spike in “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and many others. Compete in an esports tournament, visit our pop arcade featuring 10 full-sized arcade cabinets, and get up close and personal with pop culture memorabilia such as the 1966 Batmobile and BatCycle, Munster Koach, a life-sized Flintstone Mobile, and “Back to the Future’s” DeLorean. The festival runs from 4-10 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday, and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. General three-day pass: $120, student three-day pass: $96 and 4 and under threeday pass: $30 are available through the Box Office at Proctors, in person or via phone at (518) 346-6204 or online at proctors. org. For more information, visit fandomfest.org. Proctors, 432 State St., Schenectady.

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‘Monty Python and the Holy Grail’ Niche film series presented by It Came From Schenectady, 7 p.m. Prizes, surprises and a convenient bar and comfy sofas are expected. Cost is $9 for adults; $6 seniors and students. Proctors, 432 State St., Schenectady. For more information, call (518) 346-6204 or visit www. proctors.org.

Shorts Out Loud Enjoy fifteen minutes of live acoustic music followed by a contemporary short story read out loud, 6 p.m. Troy Public Library, Lansingburgh Branch, 114th St., Troy.For more information, call (518) 274-7071 or visit www. thetroylibrary.org.

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Library Luau and Kona Ice

Lake George BBQ & Music Festival

Music, crafts, games, and even a visit from the Kona Ice truck, 7 p.m. Children under 12 should be accompanied by an adult. One free Kona Ice ticket will be given to each child (ages 1-17) at check-in. Additional Kona Ice will be available for purchase for adult attendees. Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Road, Clifton Park. For more information, call (518) 371-8622 or visit www. cphlibrary.org.

Also Saturday and Sunday. A full weekend of live music on the Big Festival Stage, festival concessions featuring BBQ and domestic and craft beers, a festival marketplace of vendors, and fun activities for the kids. The setting is at the Charles R. Wood Park Festival Commons just a stone’s throw from the Million Dollar Beach. Tickets are $7 per day for adults, kids are free, and a weekend pass is $10. Visit lakegeorgebbq.com for details.

Sing along with favorite tunes from the ’50s, ’60s and ’70s, Irish anthems, Beatles classics and a whole lot more, 3:30 and 6:30 p.m. For all ages. Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar. For more information, call 518439-9314 or visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org.

Outdoor Music and Motion Enjoy a variety of music, dancing, and other interactive movement activities to share with your child on our Back Lawn, 10 a.m. Ages 2-6, with an adult. Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Road, Clifton Park. For more information, call (518) 371-8622 or visit www.cphlibrary.org.

20 Saturday Summer on Central WAMC’s Performing Arts Studio to host free, outdoor music series Saturdays at 2 p.m. The Linda’s parking lot at 339 Central Ave. in Albany. Free. For more information, call (518) 465-5233 or visit www. thelinda.org.

22 Monday Craft & Color for Adults Choose between coloring or doing an open-ended craft activity, 11 a.m. This program is specifically designed for adults of all abilities. Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar. For more information, call 518-439-9314 or visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org.

Climate Change: Challenges and Solutions Take a closer look at the main impacts of climate change, both locally and globally with University at Albany Professor of Atmospheric and Environmental Science Mathias Vuille, 6 p.m. For adults and teens; registration required. Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar. For more information, call 518-439-9314 or visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org.

23 Tuesday Discover your Roots with Ancestry.com Explore the different genealogical collections you can access through Ancestry.com, including census records, military records, immigration documents and more, 7 p.m. This is a virtual program. For adults; registration required. Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar. For more information, call 518-439-9314 or visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org.

‘Luca’ Get out of the heat and step inside the Palace Theatre for a cool family-friendly movie on our big screen. Doors open at noon; movie starts at 1 p.m. Free. Palace Theatre, 19 Clinton Ave., Albany. For more information, call (518) 465-3335 or visit www.palacealbany.org.

24 Wednesday August outdoor movies: The Parent Trap Bring your own blanket, chairs and snacks and join us on the Green for a mid-week family-friendly movie night, 6 p.m. Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar. For more information, call 518-439-9314 or visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org.

25 Thursday ‘The Harder They Come’ Niche film series presented by It Came From Schenectady, 7 p.m. Prizes, surprises and a convenient bar and comfy sofas are expected. Cost is $9 for adults; $6 seniors and students. Proctors, 432 State St., Schenectady. For more information, call (518) 346-6204 or visit www. proctors.org.

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embroidered leaves and flowers, 10:30 a.m. For adults; registration required. Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar. For more information, call 518439-9314 or visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org.

Knights of Columbus BBQ Drive-through chicken barbecue with proceeds going to various local charities and food banks, 4-7 p.m. or sold out. Cost is $15 for chicken, baked potato, slaw and roll. Cash or check only. Church of The Immaculate Conception, Route 50, Glenville. For information, call (518) 884-0597.

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Nature on the Move Walk This program is geared towards gentle exercise and the enjoyment of nature and will be accessible for participants at basic fitness levels, 10:30 a.m. The group usually covers about 1.5 miles of trail. Registration is required. Space is limited. Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park, 80 Scout Road, Wilton. Visit wiltonpreserve.org or call (518) 450-0321 for more information or to sign up.

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29 Monday DIY Eco-Friendly Personal Care Products Learn how to make your own simple hand soap and toothpaste, 6 p.m. For adults; registration required. Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar. For more information, call 518-4399314 or visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org.

Road trip for Rodin Looking for an easy afternoon getaway? Take a quick road trip to the Clark Art Institute in Williamstown, Mass., and explore the artwork of Auguste Rodin at the “Rodin in the United States: Confront the Modern” exhibit, which will be open until Sept. 18. Rodin (French, 1840–1917) followed an unusual path to becoming one of the most innovative, inﬂuential, celebrated, and controversial sculptors of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Rejected at the prestigious École des Beaux-Arts, he studied instead at the Petite École, where copying traditional styles was promoted. For twenty years, he worked for jewelers, decorative artists, and masons. He honed his skill as a modeler of clay in other sculptors’ studios, taking evening art classes, and eventually setting up his own studio where he worked from live models. Beyond literary, historical, and religious subjects, Rodin was interested in expressing human emotion. He often broke from convention by representing people around him instead of models celebrated for their classical beauty. Some of Rodin’s sculptures looked unﬁnished to his contemporaries or bore the traces of his process. Rodin also exhibited fragments, going against academic standards

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Supportive services for older adults. To register: www. lifepathny.org/activities; (518) 465-3322 Mondays from 10 -11 a.m.: LANE DANCING WITH LU Line dancing is proven to create and maintain neural pathways that help our brains stay young. You will find the added benefit of better balance while learning the gentle steps and routines to favorite oldies. Cohoes Senior Center, 10 Cayuga

Plaza Mondays from 1- 4 p.m.: MAH-JONGG Cohoes Senior Center, 10 Cayuga Plaza Mondays from 1-2 p.m.: PAINT AND SIP It’s time to laugh a lot, paint a bit and say hello to good times. Create colorful memories while socializing and having fun with friends. Westview Homes Community Room, 680 Central Ave., Albany Tuesdays from 1-2 p.m.: ARTS & CRAFTS You will get the opportunity to be creative and make fun projects to share with family or to keep. You will paint and show off your crafting skills. Westview Homes Community Room, 680 Central Ave., Albany Wednesdays from 9:3011:30 a.m.: MAHJONG Join this wonderful, social group as they play through the timeless game Mahjong, a tilebased game that was developed in the 19th century in China and has spread throughout the world since the early 20th century. It is commonly played by

four players. Watervliet Senior Center, 1501 Broadway Wednesdays from 1-2 p.m.: BINGO Join us as we pull the numbers for an hour of Bingo fun every Wednesday. Crazy T, Round Robin, Letter X, Kite and more; 2-3 cards and prizes available. Zoom and Watervliet Senior Center, 1501 Broadway Thursdays from 10:3011:30 a.m.: MEN’S GROUP Are you an older man looking for a place to be yourself and meet with other men in a respectful space? A men’s group is a healing and enriching place to share your experiences and listen as others share theirs. The group meets weekly at 10:30 a.m. in the conference room at the Cohoes Senior Center. Call Beth at (518) 235-2420 for more information Cohoes Senior Center, 10 Cayuga Plaza Fridays from 1-2 p.m.: CORN HOLE TOURNAMENT Watervliet Senior Center, 1501 Broadway Fridays from 1-2:30 p.m.: SEWING CLUB

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Senior centers Tuesday, Aug. 16, from 1-2 p.m.: UNDERSTANDING ALZHEIMER’S & DEMENTIA This is an in-person presentation at the Cohoes Senior Center about the various forms of dementia, what the signs of dementia are, and how to move forward with your doctor. Presented by Ginger McGehee of the Alzheimer’s Association. Lunch is available at noon. Cohoes Senior Center, 10 Cayuga Plaza Tuesday, Aug. 23, from 10-11 a.m.: ROMANCE AFTER 60 This informational session will provide you with information about love after 60. Tips on staying active in the bedroom and challenges that may affect you such as physical, medication, and mental/emotional problems. Westview Homes Community Room, 680 Central Ave., Albany Thursday, Aug. 25, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: HISTORICAL BUS TRIP: SHAKER HISTORICAL SITE Calling all explorers 60 years old and up! We are going to visit the Shaker Heritage Site in Albany for a day immersed in Shakers, the history of the settlement, and the back story of the innovative designs and patents creditable to the Shaker societies. We will begin pick-ups at the Cohoes Senior Center at 9:00 a.m. then the Watervliet Senior Center and finally Westview Homes before heading over to the Shaker Heritage Site. The cost for this excursion is $10 and includes a box lunch with beverage and transportation via Wade Tours. Please call Beth at the Cohoes Senior Center at (518) 235-2420 to book your tour. Space is limited. Sponsored by Albany County Department for Aging Friday, Aug. 26, at 6 p.m.: 24TH ANNUAL TRAVERS SOIRÉE The 24th Annual Travers Soirée – formerly the Travers Wine & Craft Beverage Tasting will take place on Friday, Aug. 26 at 6 p.m. at Saratoga National Golf Club where guests from the Capital/Saratoga region and beyond will enjoy a tasting reception featuring craft beverages and fine wines, passed hors d’ oeuvres and a silent auction, followed by an exquisite four-course dinner. The event will close with a signature dessert and a brief and exhilarating live auction before enjoying live entertainment. All proceeds of this event benefit LifePath and its mission to keep our older neighbors and friends healthy and safe by providing effective programs and supports to help them stay connected to our communities. For more information and to purchase tickets visit www.lifepathny.org/ travers-24

Niskayuna Senior Center 2682 Aqueduct Road, Niskayuna (518) 372-4969 Additional information along with the calendar will be posted on the Niskayuna Town website at www.niskayuna. org/senior-center. Call with any questions.

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