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Volume 22 • Number 8 • AUGUST 2018 • Complimentary
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There is still some summer left It’s a good time to start planning ahead for fall, but it’s way too early to panic
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ou may think we’re jumping the gun a bit with our after-school and enrichment resource listing on Page 13, but when it comes to piecing together a school-year schedule that works for both parent and child, it’s never too early to start planning. And really, the department stores ditched the summer items in favor of backpacks, notebooks and pencils sometime after the first week in July, so this has probably been on your mind for some time already. Even as you think ahead to fall, do remember to take some time to appreciate what remains of the summer with your family. One way to enjoy some togetherness is at one of the Capital District’s many farmers markets. August is peak produce time, and perusing what’s available is a great way to teach your children the whole farm-to-table connection. Check out our feature on Pages 14-15 to find a market near you. Remember, despite that nagging feeling that school days are right around the corner, there is still of lot of summer left. Check out our calendar on Pages 18-22 for some warm-weather activities that will help you make the most of these fleeting summer days. Finally, we at Capital District Parents Pages would love to see you next month at the Back to School Expo at the Empire State Plaza convention center. Held Sept. 15 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., the expo will feature vendors from all over the area. Skai Jackson who plays Zuri in “Bunk’d” will also be making an appearance. Don’t miss one of the area’s largest STEM and wellness exhibitions. As always, thanks for reading. Check out our articles and resource listings at www. cdparentpages.com and mail your story ideas and pictures to Capital District Parent Pages, P.O. Box 100, Delmar, NY 12054, or e-mail me at robertsk@spotlightnews. com. Kristen Roberts, Editor, Capital District Parent Pages
On the cover: Oliver Noyes-White, 11 months, enjoys the sunshine at Bethlehem Town Pool. Parent Pages is always accepting photos for potential covers. Submissions should be at least 8-by-10-inches with a dpi of 400. They can be sent via email to robertsk@spotlightnews.com.
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Columnists Let’s Cook
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Triple Threat
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British Nanny
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24-Hour Shift
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What’s new On the Bookshelf Kids Fun Page
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Resources Schenectady County resources 8-9 After-school enrichment
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Calendar 18-22
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On the Bookshelf
August is a month for reading ‘Charlie & Mouse’
‘Hello Universe’
By Laurel Snyder; illustrated by Emily Hughes
By Erin Entrada Kelly Two boys and two girls explore respective views about courage and being different in the wake of a prank that traps one of them at the bottom of a well and compels the others to embark on a search-and-rescue mission. Greenwillow Books
Two inventive young brothers share a series of wacky adventures involving conversations with lumps, a neighborhood party, a rock-selling venture and the creation of the “bedtime banana.” Chronicle Books
‘A Busy Creature’s Day Eating: An Alphabetical Smorgasbord’ By Mo Willems Apples! Berries! Cereal! Is there anything this Busy Creature can’t crunch? Mo Willems tells an alphabetical tale of hunger, hubris, regret, and redemption as a Busy Creature hilariously chomps and chews its way from A to P and then to Z. Hyperion Books for Children
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Triple Threat
parenting triplets in the Capital District
Wistfully watching the time fly Summertime is a short reprieve from life’s frantic pace
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need help. I am not usually “the asking for help and taking it” kind of woman, especially when it is something no one can help with. What I need is a time adjustment machine. There has to be a way to slow it down a little bit and possibly put some back on the clock. Olivia, Benjamin and Rebecca are growing up so fast. I am missing parts of every day, and I am losing out and more importantly, so are they. How do I give each of them the time they deserve?
ing, cleaning, phone calls, laundry, taking care of myself and living life as realistically as possible. It proves to be a challenge.
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Jennifer Steuer
Please, excuse me for being so whiny. I’m tired. The days are long, and the nights are longer. My job as a wife, mother and caretaker keeps me busy. Too busy sometimes, between balancing appointments, treatments, dialysis, homework, religious school, regular school, scouts, shopping, cook-
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There have been times when I’ve thought to call my sister but would turn around and do “one more thing” only to find out the next time I look at the clock and think to make the call it’s 2 a.m. I know that if I call her at that hour she will think something bad has happened. So, I wait for the sun to come up and try to remember again before it’s too late.
Time has slipped away from me. Somehow my kids are now 10 (and a half!) after I just had three tiny
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n Triple Threat continued from Page 6 newborns a few minutes ago. I blinked and the tiny creatures that were once in tiny preemie clothes are now leaving big, stinky clothes for me in the laundry. Now my “babies” are big kids who are ready for big adventures, and it makes me melancholy thinking about what is coming down the pike. I really want to slow down time just a little so I can enjoy this age, my favorite so far. There was a brief stretch of time last week that I will forever remember as when I was most content in this world. The five of us were piled on Harlan’s and my bed, a king size monstrosity (a Sleep Number Adjustable perfect for Harlan’s home hemodialysis). We were watching television together and no one was complaining; no one was fighting over space or body parts touching. We were all floating on my “island bed of peace” for over an hour. This has carried me through the times that are less than perfect. Each day in the mundane grind that seems to get us all worn down to nothing, I will have this memory and hopefully they will too. The free feeling of summer and all the sunshine is keeping us going. The dinners are later, reading past bedtime is encouraged and shoes are mostly optional. I laugh because we have seen some sunrises that we didn’t know were coming so fast. I laugh until I cry because I’ve caught one (or more) of the kids reading far past their bedtime. I caught them because I’m reading until all hours too. The kids are enjoying days of kicking balls around, making up games, playing with friends and just hanging out in a pretty unstructured schedule. After spending so many months in school, we wanted to make sure the kids had time to just be kids. All year Olivia, Benjamin and Rebecca are in school, religious school, scouts and have chores. From September to June, everything is so structured it can feel suffocating. I feel like I am running all over and miss parts of their lives. Summertime could be that magic time machine I’ve been searching for because everything is a tiny bit slower. I have one of my favorite family memories from this summer. Maybe this will help carry me through the tween years. You can stop laughing now. Jennifer Steuer is an Albany mom whose busy household includes her husband, Harlan, and 10-year-old triplets Olivia, Benjamin and Rebecca. Follow her on Instagram: jennifersteuer.
There was a brief stretch of time last week that I will forever remember as when I was most content in this world. The five of us were piled on Harlan’s and my bed, a king size monstrosity. We were watching television together and no one was complaining; no one was fighting over space or body parts touching. We were all floating on my “island bed of peace” for over an hour.
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Family resources
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Schenectady County
Schenectady County Museums and historic sites Empire State Aerosciences Museum 250 Rudy Chase Drive, Glenville; (518) 377-2191 ESAM presents aviation history from the pioneer era to the jet age, with a focus on New York. The museum features two galleries, a Hall of Fame, an Art Gallery, research library, Air Park, and flight simulator. www.esam.org Flint House 421 South Reynolds Street, Scotia; (518) 374-2371 Historic home hosting occasional open houses and tours. www.flinthouse.org Mabee Farm Historic Site 1080 Main St., Rotterdam Junction; (518) 887-5073 The oldest house in the Mohawk Valley (built in the last quarter of the 17th Century). The main farmhouse, the adjacent inn and the brick house have retained many original characteristics of early Dutch and French settlers, with few design altera-
tions. Also on the site are the Mabee Cemetery, a blacksmith shop, Dutch barn, carpenters workshop and a carriage shed. www.mabeefarm.org Museum of Innovation and Science (miSci) 15 Nott Terrace Heights, Schenectady; (518) 382-7890 A museum and planetarium with a mission to “celebrate, explore and inspire science and technology, past, present, and future.” www.misci.org Niskayuna Train Station Rosendale Road, Niskayuna A restored 19th-century brick station that served the Troy-Schenectady Railroad route. A picnic area, fishing, boat launch and bike path are also located nearby.
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View these listings, as well as Nott Memorial those from Rensselaer County and at Union College Union Street, Schenectady Southern Saratoga County online at The 16-sided Nott Memorial is a National www.cdparentpages.com. Historic Landmark. The campus also features the Mandeville Gallery and Memorial Chapel – known for its superb acoustics. Free walking tour maps Outdoor fun available at the admissions office. www.union.edu County Forest Preserve Schenectady County Lake Road, Duanesburg Historical Society Museum 518) 386-2225 32 Washington Ave., Schenectady; A multi-recreational park on 102 acres with (518) 374-0263 hiking, fishing, snowshoeing and cross-country The three-story house is of the Federal and skiing. www.schenectadycounty.com Greek Revival style and is filled with a collection Christman Preserve of original 18th century furniture, paintings, cos3281 Schoharie Turnpike, Duanesburg; tumes, toys, household and military items. Be sure (519) 690-7878 to see the dollhouse, built in 1834 by Joseph Yates, once Governor of New York, for his granddaughter. The preserve is great for hiking, picnics and www.schist.org family fun. A highlight of the Christman Sanctuary is the Bozenkill, with its 30-foot waterfall and Stockade Historic District numerous lesser cascades. Erie Boulevard and Union Street, Schenectady (518) 372-5656 Freeman’s Bridge 2 Freeman’s Bridge Road, Scotia; New York State’s first historic district and one (518) 382-3884 of the few places in this country where a thriving residential community has occupied the same site Free public launch site on the Mohawk for more than 300 years. Free walking tour maps River run by the New York State Department of available at the Heritage Area Visitor Center located Environmental Conservation. Wheelchair accessible at the Schenectady Museum. www.historicstockentrance available. ade.com
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Outdoor fun (cont.) Indian Kill Nature Preserve Maple Avenue, Glenville (518) 386-2225 A 100-acre preserve that follows the banks of the Indian Kill. Discover diverse habitats including climax forest, past farmed fields, wetlands, and young forest. www.schenectadycounty.com Plotter Kill Preserve Mariaville Road, Rotterdam; (518) 386-2225 Preserve contains 632 acres of rugged hardwood and coniferous forest along the Plotter Kill, a scenic tributary to the Mohawk River. The ledges give the stream its name: platte (flat) and kill (creek) Use caution when hiking, especially with young children; the terrain is very rugged with steep slopes and ledges near the trails. There are three spectacular waterfalls: the Upper Falls, Lower Falls and the Rynex Creek Falls at the junction of Rynex Creek and the Plotter Kill.
Farmers Markets Schenectady Farmers’ Market Tuesdays: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at St. Luke’s Church, 1241 State St., Schenectady Thursdays: 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. in front of Schenectady City Hall, Franklin and Jay streets Open May through October. Enjoy shopping at a variety of vendors who offer fresh fruits and vegetables, natural eggs, herbs, wines, baked goods, flowers and plants, crafts and more. The Downtown Thursday market offers a lively outdoor setting complete with music, food, and weekly special events. www.schenectadyfarmersmarket.com Schenectady Greenmarket Sundays: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Summer market: May through October, 105 Jay St., Schenectady Winter market: November through April, Proctors arcade, 432 State St., Schenectady A place to buy fresh local produce and artisan goods in a festive community atmosphere. Upper Union Street Farmers Market Parking lot behind the Trustco Bank off Woodland Avenue Open Saturdays from 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. All the farmers at the market are local and within 10 miles of the market.
Parks and Rec Central Park Central Parkway and Wright Avenue, Schenectady; (518) 382-5151
Family resources or www.schenectadyrose.com Collins Park /Freedom Park Route 5 and Schonowee Avenue, Scotia (518) 374-2225 Picnic area, playground, tennis and basketball courts, ball fields and swimming. Free summer concerts and family entertainment. Home to US Water-ski Show Team. www.visitscotia. com or www.freedomparkscotia.org Erie Canal Lock Parks www.canals.ny.gov; (800) 4CANAL4 • Erie Canal Lock 7 Park Lock 7 Road, Niskayuna Free state boat launch facility. • Lock 8 Park Rice Road, Rotterdam • Lock 9 Park Rte. 103, Scotia Jackson’s Garden Union College, Union Street, Schenectady Eight acres of gardens and woodlands. Kiwanis Park Route 5S, Rotterdam Boat launch and picnic area.
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Maple Ski Ridge 2725 Mariaville Road, Rotterdam (518) 381-4700 Year-round activities and festivals at a local ski hill that is great for beginners. www. mapleskiridge.com Mohawk Hudson Bikeway (800) 962-8007 A 30-mile trail along the Hudson and Mohawk Rivers. Great for hikers, bicyclist and rollerbladers. Free maps at the Schenectady Chamber Visitor Center (306 State St, Schenectady) or download a map at www. schenectadycounty.com. Proctors Theatre 432 State St., Schenectady; (518) 364-6204 Each season, Proctor’s Theatre presents world class singers, side-splitting comedians, electrifying dance programs, wonderful classical productions, including opera and symphony orchestras, and top-notch touring Broadway musicals. Something for all ages. www.proctors.org Scotia Cinema 117 Mohawk Ave, Scotia; (518) 346-5055
Updated 1920s-era theater with old-school Music Haven Stage, basketball, bocce, casino marquee offers second-run movies and discount restaurant, greenhouse, baseball fields, tennis courts, Tiny Tot Land, pedal boats, picnic pavilion concessions. Kids love the balcony! www. and rose garden. www.cityofschenectady.com scotiacinema.net
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Sensory issues on the go This “classic” British Nanny article first ran in 2017. Regular columns from Sharon Cole will resume in September.
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hen my eldest daughter, Diella, was 1, I decided to take her on a long trip to England. Traveling alone with a nonambulatory, screaming child was a nightmare. We faced multiple noisy, crowded airports, bright lights and general chaos. I’m not sure who cried the most. It’s fair to say that both of us arrived at our destination overwhelmed, fatigued and traumatized. Taking a vacation with young children can be challenging. Add in a child’s special needs, such as sensory processing, and these
challenges can be daunting. Plan- write a social story about what ning ahead is the key to success to expect when traveling. Use when taking a family vacation your child as the main character. with a special needs child. While Special needs children don’t like traveling with a special needs uncertainty, which will often child may require some adjustoverwhelm them and trigger bements, the whole family havior problems. Provide will benefit from some visuals of the upcoming by careful preparation. trip. Create a family travel map together When traveling to help young with a child on the children understand autism spectrum where they are going or with sensory and what they might processing difficulsee. ties, it’s particularly
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important to take steps to avoid over stimulation and meltdowns. Whether traveling on a plane or in a car, the following tips will go a long way to helping your family travel as comfortably as possible
TRY SHORTER TRIPS FIRST. If you don’t think your child can tolerate an eight-hour road trip, try a more manageable one first. A one- to two-hour trip to see some familiar relatives is less likely to overwhelm.
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TAKE FREQUENT BREAKS. If taking a long road trip, be sure to take frequent continued from Page 10 bathroom or downtime breaks. places to see unfamiliar relatives. Encourage your child to engage In addition, he, his parents and in some physical activity for a few 1-year-old sister are again making minutes. the trip to Cape Cod in August GIVE YOUR CHILD QUI(midweek) – this time armed with ET SPACE. To manage stress, experience and the necessary pre- schedule some quiet time in the planning. car. This is necessary for the menIf your trip includes flying, take tal health of all family members. a trip to the airport. ARC, the na- Playing some soft music will help tion’s leading advocate for people the whole family relax. Carry this with disabilities and their families, over to the vacation, and don’t try to pack too many activities into works with Wings for Autism, which plans practice events to help special needs families prepare for upcoming flights.
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each day. Having a safe quiet place designated where the child can go to decompress is important. GIVE YOURSELF QUIET SPACE. There will be times when no matter how well you prepared, something will go wrong. You will feel frustrated and doubt the sanity of attempting such a trip. Try to manage your anxiety. Children with sensory challenges are often very good at picking up other people’s feelings. Take time to breathe and try to see some
humor in the situation. Remember, this is a family adventure, and like all adventures, there will be twists and turns. Have fun, create some magic and safe travels! Sharon Cole is a speech-language pathologist and proud grandmother based in Albany. She is the owner of Vocally Clear Communications PLLC. Vocally Clear’s goal is to promote effective communication for all ages. She can be reached at Vocallyclear.com or message her at “British Nanny” on Facebook.
ADHERE TO ROUTINES WHERE POSSIBLE. It’s tempting to change the pace on vacation. Sleep in later, relax the rules. Think about your child’s regular rhythms. If your child gets cranky late mornings, you might want to schedule a later departure. If not using the iPad for more than 15 minutes is a rule at home, follow the same rules. If it’s not allowed in the car on short trips, don’t think about changing that rule for a long trip. This can be very tempting as these electronics are temporarily great at calming many sensory kids. Diella used to give Jack her iPad to use on all car trips to keep him occupied. Even on short trips, however, he tended to get overstimulated if he couldn’t get it just right. AVOID MAJOR TRIGGERS. If your child can’t tolerate large, noisy crowds, try to travel off peak, such as weekdays and off season. If you know your child starts to meltdown when he’s hungry, keep his favorite snacks and drinks on hand to keep him regulated. Make sure he’s had a good night’s sleep and taken a nap, or plan the travel around nap time. BRING A BAG OF TRICKS. Never leave home without the “goody bag,” a portable sensory toolkit. Favorite go-to items that take your child from calamity to calm are a must! This kit could include a favorite blanket, fidget toys, or noise cancelling headphones if your child has noise sensitivities. Also consider favorite music CDs, DVDs and stories on tape if your child has auditory understimulation.
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The 24-hour shift
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he birds and the bees. A conversation many parents dread. Guess what, friends? You’re going to have this talk sooner than you think. If you adopt your child young, they may not remember much about their birth home or being removed from that home. So the “Where did I come from?” questions will start early, especially if they know or were told they are adopted from the start. If it’s really obvious they do not look like the rest of the family, a simple lesson in genetics may be in order too. Answering these questions honestly can be tricky, especially if a child is too young to understand sex. Tell them the truth, just not the whole truth, possibly with a few sprinkles on top. The
child grew in his birth mother’s tummy, not in yours. Why?
we were happy when she arrived. There is no need to educate your young child about violations or There’s no need to explain the violence. Also you don’t want great big reasons for this until your child to feel badly about the they are young adults, and that’s way they entered this world. if you really want to explain Later on, you can exbiology, politics, povplain that beautiful erty and economics by things can come for two hours. out of darkness. Keep it simple. Seeing a Try something pregnant relative like, “Your birth or family friend parents couldn’t may also inspire a take care of you, but slew of questions in loved you so much your child, such as, “Are they had to give you to they going to keep their baby?” someone who could, and that’s or “Why was I taken away?” Be us!” If your child was conceived respectful of their feelings. from violence, or was born into a violent or turbulent environIf you are really intimidated by ment, add sprinkles here. this conversation, use the “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy. If they Right now our child thinks don’t ask, don’t tell, although I children come from happiness. would advise that you bring up Which is true, we are happy, and
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sex at puberty or a little sooner, to keep your child safe and informed. Also, take sex education in small doses. Tell them as much as they can handle, and only give information they asked for. The topic of sex should be an ongoing discussion as they age and become more inquisitive. The sooner they know they are adopted and you have discussed it with them, most adopted kids will take it all in stride. If adoption is openly discussed and accepted as a fantastic fact, how your child got to you won’t be a focused topic for long. The most important thing is that they are there. Theresa Davis is a former early childhood educator and has worked in childcare centers for more than 15 years. She is also an adoptive mother, living and taking care of her family in the Capital District.
Stand for Integrity. Stand Up Against Bullying. Bullying can make kids feel isolated, sad and hopeless, but a kind word or gesture from a classmate can make a world of difference. Help fight bullying by setting an example of kindness and caring with your words and actions at home, and encouraging your child to do the same at school.
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Enrichment resources
After-school options Albany Berkshire Ballet Dance classes for beginner through professional. 25 Monroe St., Albany, NY Call (518) 426-0660 or visit www.SchoolofAbb.org
Bethlehem Children’s School Progressive education for the whole child emphasizing nature, wisdom and wellness. 12 Fisher Blvd., Slingerlands Call (518) 478-0224 or visit www.BethlehemChildrensSchool.org
Capital District Child Care Council Free service for finding the best quality daycare and before and/or afterschool programs. Call (800) 521-KIDS (5437) or visit www.CDCCCC.org
Capital District YMCA From child care to after school activities and programs in 50 locations – there is something for everyone. Call (518) 869-3500 or visit www.CDYMCA.org
Dance Dimensions Dance classes for ages 2½ to adult, from beginner to competitive. 158 Railroad Ave., Albany Call (518) 446-1131 or visit www.DanceDimensionsAlbany.com
Doane Stuart School The region’s only interfaith college preparatory school and coeducational nursery through grade 12 private school. 199 Washington Ave., Rensselaer Call (518) 465-5222 or visit www.DoaneStuart.org
Drama Kids International Weekly classes for kids ages 4-18 throughout the Capital Region. Call (518) 458-1313 or visit www.DramaKids.com
Recreation and competitive dance for preschool through advanced levels. 1360 Albany Street, Schenectady Call (518) 372-5282 or visit www.MerrittDanceCenter.com
Miss Peggy’s Music Room Early childhood music for little singers and dancers - ages 3 to adult. Call (518) 458-2927 or visit www.MissPeggysMusic.com
Orlando School of Dance Offering a variety of dance styles designed to meet the student’s competency level. 1765 State St., Schenectady Call (518) 393-7827 or visit www.OrlandoDance.com
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Temple Israel Herman and Libbie Michaelson Early Childhood Education Center Classes for children ages 18 months to 5 years. Full or part-time availability. 600 New Scotland Ave., Albany Call Amie at (518) 438-7858, ext.120 or visit tialbany.org/temple-israel-herman-andlibbie-early-childhood-center
The Music Studio A Capital Region institution, providing comprehensive, piano-based music education in fun and challenging group classes for children ages 2 and up. Call (518) 459-7799 or visit www.TheMusicStudio.com
Resources Beyond the Capital District Rochester School for the Deaf A nurturing and inclusive education for deaf and hard-of-hearing students at no cost to families. Learning programs cater to infants, early childhood, K-12, and up to age 21. 1545 St. Paul St., Rochester, NY Call (585) 544-1240 or email infor@RSDeaf.org or visit www.RSDeaf.org
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ne of the best things about summers in the Capital District is the large number of outdoor farmers markets, and late summer brings with it a bounty of fresh produce. Many are also jam-packed with local honeys, artisan breads, cheese, jewelry and a variety of other locally-wrought creations and confections plied by their very creators. Families can make of day of visiting their local market, with many also offering entertainment and prepared foods. It’s a wonderful lesson in where what we eat comes from. The list here is just a sampling of the many in the area. Ballston Spa Farmers Market
Location: Wiswall Park, Front & Low Streets, Ballston Spa. Hours: Thursdays, 3 to 6 p.m.; Saturdays, 9 a.m. to noon Additional info: Thursday markets are following by free Concerts in the Park until August 30. Live music is featured at Saturday markets, as well as children’s activities at selected markets. Cornell Cooperative Extension master gardeners will be on hand to answer gardening questions.
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Location: 381 Broadway #1, Menands. Hours: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 5:30 to 8 a.m. Additional info: Farmers meet on the square to sell to each other and to retailers and restaurants; some do sell to the public as well if you are willing to buy in bulk.
Castleton-on-Hudson Artisan & Farmers Market
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(Scott Ave.) and 9J (Main St.), Castleton-on-Hudson. Hours: Fridays, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Additional info: Accepted payment is vendor-specific. Pets are welcome.
CDPHP Farmers’ & Artisans’ Market
Location: 500 Patroon Creek Blvd., west parking lot next to SEFCU Hours: Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Additional info: Variety of vendors featuring a mix of products including produce, plants, prepared foods, and handmade gifts.
Colonie Farmers Market at The Crossings
Location: Crossings Park of Colonie, 580 Albany-Shaker Road, Loudonville Hours: Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Additional info: More than 38 vendors selling products, which range from organic produce to craft beers and more. WIC and seniors farmers’ market checks accepted.
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ay to experience the field-to-table connection Empire State Plaza Farmers Market
Location: Empire State Plaza, Madison Ave. and Eagle St., Albany Hours: Wednesdays and Fridays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Additional info: Food stamps accepted.
Hudson Farmers Market
Location: 6th Street & Columbia, Hudson Hours: Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Additional info: Live music, community tent. EBT & WIC are accepted at all qualified vendors.
Kinderhook Farmers Market Cook Park Farmers Market
Location: Cook Park, Sharon Drive, Village of Colonie. Hours: Thursdays, 4 to 7 p.m. Additional info: Live music, prepared foods. FMNP checks and WIC accepted.
Delaware Community Farmers Market
Location: Albany Public Library, 331 Delaware Ave., Albany Hours: Tuesdays, 4 to 7 p.m. Additional info: WIC coupons and EBT cards accepted.
Delmar Farmers Market
Location: Bethlehem Central Middle School, 332 Kenwood Ave., Delmar Hours: Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Additional info: Featuring local, organic and natural farm products, baked goods, seafood, prepared food concessions, and local and fair trade crafts. Most vendors come from within 35 miles of the market. SNAP cards accepted.
Location: Kinderhook Village Square, intersection of Route 9 & Hudson Street, Kinderhook Hours: Saturdays, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Additional info: Live music, family activities. Accepted payment is vendorspecific. Some are cash-only, while others accept credit, Apple Pay, WIC, FMNP and other forms of payment.
Saratoga Farmers’ Market Location: High Rock Park, High Rock Park Avenue, Saratoga Springs Hours: Wednesdays, 3 to 6 p.m.; Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Additional info: Producer-only. EBT accepted. WIC and Senior Farmers Market coupons accepted by most venues. Well-behaved dogs welcome.
Schenectady Greenmarket Location: Schenectady City Hall, 105 Jay St., Schenectady Hours: Sundays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Additional info: More than sixty vendors who produce everything they sell. Live music, prepared food and fresh local produce. EBT, credit and debit cards accepted. No pets or smoking.
Spa City Farmers Market Location: In front of the Lincoln Baths at 65 Broadway, Saratoga Springs Hours: Sundays, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Additional info: Pets are welcome. Live music. More than 60 vendors from family owned and NYS operated small businesses. Accepted payment is vendor-specific.
Troy Farmers Market Location: Monument Square, River Street, Troy Hours: Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Additional info: Nearly 100 local, producer-only vendors, and a yearround marketplace drawing upwards of 14,000 customers weekly. Products range from organic produce to artisanal soaps and more, all produced within a 100-mile radius of Troy and created by the producers themselves. Live music. Accepting debit, credit and EBT/ SNAP cards.
2:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Additional info: Producer only market. 18 local farmers, vendors and crafters.
Voorheesville Farmers Market Location: First United Methodist Church, 68 Maple Ave., Voorheesville Hours: Wednesdays, 3:30 to 8:30 p.m. Additional info: Live music, more than 20 local vendors. To celebrate the market’s 10th season, there will be a drawing each week for a $10 coupon that may be used at any vendor.
Waterford Harbor Farmers Market Location: 1 Tugboat Alley, Waterford Hours: Sundays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Additional info: Local food, live music, beautiful view. Accepted payment is vendor-specific; all take cash, some take cards, SNAP, fresh checks.
Tuesday Delmar Farmers Market Location: First United Methodist Church of Delmar, 428 Kenwood Avenue, Delmar. Hours: Tuesdays,
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Preschool Storytime
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Theme-based, multi-age level storytimes with an emphasis on early literacy. Books, rhymes, songs, a short video, and an art activity, 10 a.m. For ages 2 to 5 with caregiver. Voorheesville Library, 51 School Road, Voorheesville For more info, visit www.voorheesvillelibrary.org or call (518) 765-2791.
Kids’ Wildflower Walk Walk 0.9 miles looking for little pops of color among the bushes, grasses and trees to see what flowers we can find in the Albany Pine Bush Preserve., 10 a.m. For ages 6-10 with caregivers. Free, but registration required. Albany Pine Bush Discovery Center, 195 New Karner Road, Albany. For more information, call 456-0655 or visit www.albanypinebush. org.
Free Summer Movie: ‘Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie’ Get out of the heat for a cool family friendly movie the big screen along with fun, games and healthy activities, 1 p.m. Free. Palace Theatre, 19 Clinton Ave., Albany. For more information, call (518) 465-4663 or visit www.palacealbany.org.
American Girl Tea Meet your host, Caroline Abbott, a brave girl from Sacket’s Harbor in 1812 as you explore Mabee Farm’s period boats and make a boat-themed craft to take home, 2 p.m. Refreshments served. Cost is $8 per person. Mabee Farm Historic Site, 1100 Main St., Rotterdam Junction. For more information, call (518) 374-0263 or visit schenectadyhistorical.org.
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Story Hour in the Park Troy Savings Bank Music Hall presents the Barker Park Kids’ Summer Series featuring the Troy Public Library hosting a story hour with a very special visit from the one and only Spiderman, 11 a.m. Free. Barker Park, corner of Third and State streets in downtown Troy. For more information, call 518-273-0038.
Making of the Band Build your own instrument and jam out with your friends, 2:30 p.m. For grades 1-5. Sign up online or call. Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar. For more information, call (518) 439-9314 or visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org.
3 Friday First Friday Friends Children ages 12 to 36 months and their parents are invited to the library to play and interact with others while using age appropriate toys, books and puzzles, 10 a.m. Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Road, Clifton Park. For more information, call 3718622 or visit www.cphlibrary.org.
Family Film Friday: ‘Wonder’ Children and their families are invited to drop in for a presentation of this heart-warming film about Augie Pullman, a fifth-grader
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Discovery Center, 195 New Karner Road, Albany. For more information, call 456-0655 or visit www.albanypinebush.org.
Kindle the campfire, roast s’mores, and take an afterdark tour of the Mabee Farm while sharing local ghost stories and tall tales, 8 p.m. Cost is $8 for each child and adult. Mabee Farm Historic Site, 1100 Main St., Rotterdam Junction. For more information, call (518) 374-0263 or visit schenectadyhistorical.org.
with a facial deformity who becomes the unlikely hero among his peers (PG, 113 min.), 2 p.m. Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Road, Clifton Park. For more information, call 371-8622 or visit www. cphlibrary.org.
Summer Cinema Bring a blanket or pillow; we’ll supply the popcorn as you watch “Sherlock Gnomes” (PG, 86 min, Paramount), 2:30 p.m. For kids and families. Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar. For more information, call (518) 439-9314 or visit bethlehempublic library.org.
Movies in the Park: ‘Coco’ Free movies in Wiswall Park are back for the eleventh summer in a row, presented by the Ballston Spa Business and Professional Association, 8:30 p.m. Bring chairs or blankets to sit on. Wiswall Park, 39 Front St., Ballston Spa. For more information, call (518) 885-2772.
Star Parties Also Saturday. Come view the stars and planets in Landis’ dark skies with members of the Albany Area Amateur Astronomers, 9:30 p.m. Free. Landis Arboretum, 174 Lape Road, Esperance. For more information, call (518) 875-6935.
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Chicka Chicka Boom Boom: Story & Art Listen to the beloved children’s favorite, then retell the story with movement and make a coconut tree hat, 10 a.m. For children entering Pre-K through 2nd grade in the fall, accompanied by an adult. Registration required. Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Road, Clifton Park. For more information, call 371-8622 or visit www. cphlibrary.org.
Family Fun: Turtle Trek
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Listen to a short indoor presentation followed by a guided walk around Beaver Pond, where a variety of turtles are often observed, 10 a.m. Appropriate for all ages. Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar. For more information, call (518) 475-0291 or visit www.dec.ny.gov/ education/1835.html.
Robert Rivest: Let’s Rock This Library with Laughter
Nature Art Express yourself through art inspired by nature with jelly prints, sun prints, and block prints, 2-3 p.m. Cost is $5 per person/$15 per family for members and $15 per person/$25 per family for nonmembers. Landis Arboretum, 174 Lape Road, Esperance. For more information, call (518) 875-6935.
7 Tuesday Pine Bush Pups: Discover Sand Also Wednesday. Explore the sandy environment of the preserve by starting inside to learn about sand and create some sandy art and heading out for a short walk and search for creatures living in the sand, 10-11 a.m. For ages under 6 with caregivers. Free, but registration required. Albany Pine Bush
Comic mime Robert Rivest entertains audiences of all ages while joyfully motivating them to read, celebrate their libraries and move to the music of nature, animals and life all around us, 7-8 p.m. All ages welcome. Voorheesville Public Library, 51 School Road, Voorheesville. For more information, please check the website at www.voorheesvillelibrary.org or call (518) 765-2791.
KBA: Kids Builder Association Use your imagination to build with Legos, Snap Circuits, K’Nex, blocks, puzzles and more, 2-3:30 p.m. For kids and families. Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar. For more information, call (518) 439-9314 or visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org.
Paws to Read Read to a gentle dog who loves stories, 3-4 p.m. For grades 1-5. Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar. For more information, call (518) 439-9314 or visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org.
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Calendar of events the popcorn as you watch “Early Man” (PG, 89 min, Lionsgate), 2:30 p.m. For kids and families. Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar. For more information, call (518) 439-9314 or visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org.
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Evenings on the Green: The Zucchini Brothers This silly band of brothers offers up a family-friendly musical stir-fry of styles, 6:30 p.m. * Featuring an ice cream social and membership drive at 6 p.m. sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar. For more information, call (518) 439-9314 or visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org.
Ghost Stories for Young and Old Enjoy family-friendly spine-tingling tales outside on the Green with local storyteller Maeve McEneny, 7 p.m. Bring something to sit on. Program moves inside if it rains. For all ages. Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar. For more information, call (518) 439-9314 or visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org.
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Enjoy an overview of some amazing birds that live in your neighborhood, plus make a cool bird mask to take home with you, 10-11:30 a.m. Free. New York State Museum, Albany. For more information call (518) 4740079 or visit www.nysm.nysed.gov.
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Altamont Fair Join past and present in this annual celebration of agriculture, history and current culture with music, midway rides, agricultural displays and more, 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Tickets cost $15-$19. Altamont Fairgrounds. For more information, visit www.altamontfair.com.
Explore the sonic world around us and sharpen your listening skills to help identify and de-mystify many of the “hoot-hoots” and “squeakity-squeaks,” 11 a.m., 2 p.m. or 3:30 p.m. For ages 8 and up; space is limited. Free. New York State Museum, Albany. For more information call (518) 474-0079 or visit www. Clifton Park’s big trucks, 10:30-11:30 a.m. All nysm.nysed.gov. ages welcome. Presented by the Clifton Park Highway Department, weather permitting. Heard Troy Savings Bank Music Hall presents the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Road, Clifton Park. For more information, Barker Park Kids’ Summer Series featuring Heard’s energizing world music that will put a call 371-8622 or visit www.cphlibrary.org. smile on your face and get you up and dancing, 11 a.m. Free. Barker Park, corner of Third and State streets in downtown Troy. For more information, call (518) 273-0038.
Book Lover’s Day
Donate a new or gently used book and receive a free child admission, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Regular admission is $5 per person. Children’s Museum of Science and Technology, 250 Pet-a-Truck Stop by the library to check out the Town of Jordan Road, Troy. For more information, call (518) 235-2120 or visit cmost.org.
For the Birds Enjoy stories about birds and make a feeder out of paper towel rolls and peanut butter to take home, 2 p.m. Supplies provided. Caregivers must accompany children. Sign up online or call. For kids and families. Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar. For more information, call (518) 439-9314 or visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org.
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Wild Tails of Albany Animals Enjoy a guided walking tour that leads your family on a safari through downtown Albany where you will uncover many creatures in the form of carvings and statues hidden in plain sight, 11 a.m. Cost is $3 per adult. Albany Heritage Area Visitors Center, 25 Quackenbush Square, Albany. For more information, call (518) 434-0405.
Fungi with a Fun Guy Take a walk on the Vlomankill and Big Pine trails where we will talk about these important decomposers and explore their diversity here at Five Rivers, 10 a.m. Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road, Delmar. For more information, call (518) 475-0291 or visit www.dec.ny.gov/ education/1835.html.
Family Yoga Workshop Partner with your child in simple, animated poses, 10 a.m. All ages welcome; children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration required. Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Road, Clifton Park. For more information, call 371-8622 or visit www. cphlibrary.org.
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important trees and take a short walk to investigate these scraggly pines up close, Iroquois Storytelling 10-11 a.m. For ages under 6 with caregivers. Free, but registration required. Albany Pine Join Shatekaronhioton Corey Fox (Mohawk) for an afternoon of traditional tales Bush Discovery Center, 195 New Karner Road, and teachings, 2-3:30 p.m. Free with museum Albany. For more information, call 456-0655 admission. Iroquois Indian Museum, 324 Cav- or visit www.albanypinebush.org. erns Road, Howes Cave. For more information, 15 Wednesday visit www.iroquoismuseum.org.
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Preschool Playgroup Parents and preschoolers ages 2-4 are invited to drop in for this playtime with toys, books, puppets, and puzzles, 10 a.m. Siblings welcome. Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Road, Clifton Park. For more information, call 371-8622 or visit www. cphlibrary.org.
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Old-fashioned board games, card games, building games and more, 1 p.m. Stop-in program for children ages 3-11; young children must be accompanied by an adult. Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Road, Clifton Park. For more information, call 371-8622 or visit www. cphlibrary.org.
Songwriting for Teens
Making a Mastodon
In this workshop you will learn the basics of songwriting by creating a group song, then break into pairs or solo to find your own voice, 6:30 p.m. Open to students entering grade 7 and up. Please register. Voorheesville Library, 51 School Road, Voorheesville, www.voorheesvillelibrary.org or call (518) 765-2791.
In 1866 the New York State Museum’s Cohoes Mastodon was found buried 25 feet under the ground in an ice age pothole. Find out how paleontologists were able to put him back together, 10-11:30 a.m. Free. New York State Museum, Albany. For more information call (518) 474-0079 or visit www.nysm. nysed.gov.
Free Summer Movie: ‘James and the Giant Peach’ Get out of the heat for a cool family friendly movie the big screen along with fun, games and healthy activities, 1 p.m. Free. Palace Theatre, 19 Clinton Ave., Albany. For more information, call (518) 465-4663 or visit www.palacealbany.org.
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Learn how to program the library’s Ozobots using Ozoblockly. Pick a song for your dance routine, create a quick costume, and decorate the stage for a robot dance festival, 2-3:30 p.m. For grades 4-6. Please register. Voorheesville Library, 51 School Road, Voorheesville, www.voorheesvillelibrary.org or call (518) 765-2791. Families with children ages 3-8 are invited to join Diane Payette, local performer and educator, at a real campsite with tunes and tales around the campfire, 6:30 p.m. Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Road, Clifton Park. For more information, call 371-8622 or visit www.cphlibrary.org.
Decorate rocks with a happy message or design. Make one to keep and one to share with the library community, 10-10:45 a.m. For kids and families. Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar. For more information, call (518) 439-9314 or visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org.
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16 Thursday Life Cycles: Seed to Plant, Egg to Adult Mammals, reptiles, amphibians, birds, fish, insects, and even plants all have their own unique way of reproducing life. Learn about the amazing variety of life cycles in our world, 10-11:30 a.m. Free. New York State Museum, Albany. For more information call (518) 4740079 or visit www.nysm.nysed.gov.
Upcycling Crafts Make a reusable grocery bag out of an old T-shirt (no sewing required), 6:30-8:30 p.m. Open to everyone ages 7 and up. Please bring your own T-shirt and register. Voorheesville Library, 51 School Road, Voorheesville, www.voorheesvillelibrary.org or call (518) 765-2791.
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16 Thursday (cont.) Watch Reggie Run Troy Savings Bank Music Hall presents the Barker Park Kids’ Summer Series featuring Watch Reggie Run, a father/son duo who share a love of music and use it to connect despite the son’s limited communication skills, 11 a.m. Free. Barker Park, corner of Third and State streets in downtown Troy. For more information, call 273-0038.
17 Friday Film Series: ‘Coco’ Attend this presentation of the Oscarwinning, animated Disney film about a boy who journeys into the Land of the Dead to seek forgiveness from his ancestors and lift a curse (PG; 109 min.), 10 a.m. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Road, Clifton Park. For more information, call 3718622 or visit www.cphlibrary.org.
Summer Cinema Bring a blanket or pillow; we’ll supply the popcorn as you watch “The Lego Batman Movie” (PG, 104 min, Warner Bros.), 2:30 p.m. For kids and families. Bethlehem Public
Library, 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar. For more information, call (518) 439-9314 or visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org.
Batty for Bats Are bats really blind? Come learn the answer to this question and more with a short presentation, then caravan to a different trailhead for a twilight hike, 7:30 p.m. For ages 6 and up. Free, but registration required. Albany Pine Bush Discovery Center, 195 New Karner Road, Albany. For more information, call 456-0655 or visit www.albanypinebush. org.
18 Saturday World Honeybee Day Celebrate Honeybees in this workshop designed to help you understand the importance of the honeybees to our natural world, 1 p.m. Regular admission is $5 per person. Children’s Museum of Science and Technology, 250 Jordan Road, Troy. For more information, call (518) 235-2120 or visit cmost.org.
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mile walk to explore antlion pits and investigate antlion larvae up close, 11 a.m. For all ages. Free, but registration required. Albany Pine Bush Discovery Center, 195 New Karner Road, Albany. For more information, call 4560655 or visit www.albanypinebush.org.
ing, dancing, and making music together. Session at 10 a.m. for birth-18 months, and 11 a.m. for 1-4 years old. Children must be accompanied by an adult; no siblings please. Registration required. Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Road, Clifton Park. For more information, call 371-8622 or visit www.cphlibrary.org.
Allegany River Dancers Come watch the Allegany River Dancers and maybe even participate in a dance! Social dances unite community members and new friends through joy, laughter, and the age-old cadence of drum and rattle, 11 a.m.-noon. Iroquois Indian Museum, 324 Caverns Road, Howes Cave. For more information, visit www.iroquoismuseum.org.
Family Storytime: STEAMy Summer Fun
Little Wonders of Science: ‘Cubetto Deep Space Adventure’
Antlions: Ferocious Creatures in the Sand
Inspire curiosity through stories, play and special hands-on activities specifically created for children ages 3-5, 10:30 a.m. Cost is $5 plus regular admission of $5 for children, $8 for seniors and $10 for adults. MiSci, 15 Nott Terrace Heights, Schenectady. For more information, call (518) 382-7890 or visit www.misci.org.
Discover the amazing world of antlions, a secretive insect in the Pine Bush with a one
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Enjoy a short storytime, then play at some STEAM stations that will include making slime, bubble art, outside water play, and ice cream, 10:30 a.m. For ages 3-7 with caregiver. Please register. Voorheesville Library, 51 School Road, Voorheesville, www.voorheesvillelibrary.org or call (518) 765-2791.
20 Monday Reptile Adventure Enjoy a hands-on educational program with live snakes, lizards and turtles, 10 a.m. For kids and families. Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar. For more information, call (518) 439-9314 or visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org.
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Calendar of events 20 Monday (cont.) Kids’ Movie Matinee After Ferdinand, a bull with a big heart, is mistaken for a dangerous beast, he is captured and torn from his home. Determined to return to his family, he rallies a misfit team on the ultimate adventure (PG, 108 minutes), 1:30 p.m. Voorheesville Library, 51 School Road, Voorheesville. For more info, visit www.voorheesvillelibrary.org or call (518) 765-2791.
21 Tuesday Family Yoga Yoga instructor Janine Murphy will share some stretching and relaxation poses suitable for the whole family, 2 p.m. For kids and families. Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar. For more information, call (518) 439-9314 or visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org.
family fun for August
educator for songs, stories, and activities to Libraries Rock: get your kindergartener ready for the big End of Summer Magic Show day, 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. For children entering Celebrate the end of Summer Reading kindergarten in the fall; registration is required. with some magic by the amazing Jim Snack, Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library, 475 2:30 p.m. OR 6:30 p.m. Meet on the Green Moe Road, Clifton Park. For more information, and bring your own seat. Show moves inside call 371-8622 or visit www.cphlibrary.org. if it rains. For kids and families. Pet Rocks Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar. Personalize a pet rock friend to call your For more information, call (518) own, 10:30 a.m. For grades K and up. Please 439-9314 or visit bethlehem sign up children individually. Sign up online or publiclibrary.org. call. Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar. For more information, call (518) 24 Friday 439-9314 or visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org.
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Also Thursday. Learn more about the history and commerce that took place in the Dutch colony of Fort Orange and explore objects that tell stories of innovation as diverse cultures encountered one another and found Free Summer Movie: new ways to express themselves, 10-11:30 ‘The Lion King’ a.m. Free. New York State Museum, Albany. Get out of the heat for a cool family friendly For more information call (518) 474-0079 or movie the big screen along with fun, games visit www.nysm.nysed.gov. and healthy activities, 1 p.m. Free. Palace Get Ready for Kindergarten Theatre, 19 Clinton Ave., Albany. For more Soon-to-be-kindergarteners and information, call (518) 465-4663 or visit parents/caregiver are invited to celebrate www.palacealbany.org. this important and exciting milestone, 6:30 Pine Bush Pups: Explore to 8:00 p.m. Please register. Voorheesville Six Mile Waterworks Library, 51 School Road, Voorheesville, Also Wednesday. Put on your boots and www.voorheesvillelibrary.org or call (518) be prepared to explore the waters of Six Mile 765-2791. Waterworks (Rensselaer Lake), from the edge. Joe the Monkey Saves for a Goal We will meet in the parking lot at Six Mile Waterworks, 10-11 a.m. For ages under 6 Using the book “Joe the Monkey Saves for with caregivers. Free, but registration required. a Goal” by John Lanza, participants will make For more information, call 456-0655 or visit decisions about how to spend, share and save www.albanypinebush.org. money, 10:30-11:30 a.m. For ages 5-8. Free, but registration is required at www.sefcu. 22 Wednesday com/financialeducation. SEFCU Dora Maxwell Auditorium, 700 Patroon Creek Blvd., Albany. Kick-Off to Kindergarten For more information, call (800) 727-3328, Join Diane Payette, local performer and ext. 4.
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23 Thursday Seth & The Moodymelix Troy Savings Bank Music Hall presents the Barker Park Kids’ Summer Series featuring Seth & The Moodymelix, toe-tapping trio that plays lyrically rich music for kids that parents can appreciate too, 11 a.m. Free. Barker Park, corner of Third and State streets in downtown Troy. For more information, call 273-0038.
Libraries Rock! Summer Wind Down
Wind down your summer reading with an afternoon of music for all ages. From 3-5 p.m., Gramma Tippy Toes will be in Program Room A & B. From 4-5 p.m. Elizabeth Sterling will be on the Main floor, and Tim Farkas will perform in the Reading Garden. Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Road, Clifton Park. For more information, call 371-8622 or visit www.cphlibrary.org.
Summer Cinema Bring a blanket or pillow; we’ll supply the popcorn as you watch “Smurfs: The Lost Village” (PG, 89 min, Columbia), 2:30 p.m. For kids and families. Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar. For more information, call (518) 439-9314 or visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org.
26 Sunday SenseAble Science A sensory friendly science center experience for those with autism and other sensory needs, 10 a.m.-noon. Cost $5 for children, $8 for seniors and $10 for adults. MiSci, 15 Nott Terrace Heights, Schenectady. For more information, call (518) 382-7890 or visit www.misci.org.
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and healthy activities, 1 p.m. Free. Palace Theatre, 19 Clinton Ave., Albany. For more information, call (518) 465-4663 or visit www.palacealbany.org.
29 Wednesday Joe the Monkey Saves for a Goal Using the book “Joe the Monkey Saves for a Goal” by John Lanza, participants will make decisions about how to spend, share and save money, 10:30-11:30 a.m. For ages 5-8. Free, but registration is required at www.sefcu.com/ financialeducation. SEFCU Dora Maxwell Auditorium, 700 Patroon Creek Blvd., Albany. For more information, call (800) 727-3328, ext. 4.
Frog Fun Hop on over to the library for a froggy craft and episode of “The Magic School Bus,” 10 a.m. For kids and families. Public Library, 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar. For more information, call (518) 439-9314 or visit bethlehempublic library.org.
Karner Kids Film Festival Come view films accepted into the Karner Kids Film Festival, explore Pine Bush activities and enjoy light refreshments, 6:30 p.m. 10-11 a.m. Free. Albany Pine Bush Discovery Center, 195 New Karner Road, Albany. For more information, call 456-0655 or visit www. albanypinebush.org.
31 Friday Family Film Friday: ‘Lego Batman’ Children ages four and up along with their families are invited to drop in and see the cooler-than-ever Bruce Wayne battle the usual suspects as they plan to take over Gotham City (PG; 1 hour, 44min.), 2 p.m. Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library, 475 Moe Road, Clifton Park. For more information, call 3718622 or visit www.cphlibrary.org.
Summer Cinema
Bring a blanket or pillow; we’ll supply the popcorn as you watch “Aliens Ate My Homework” (PG, 90 min, Universal), 2:30 p.m. For kids and families. Jason brings the farm to the Library with Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware frogs, bugs, reptiles, a fluffy chicken, bunnies, Ave., Delmar. For more information, call (518) chinchillas, baby animals and more, 6:30 p.m. 439-9314 or visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org. All ages are welcome. Voorheesville Library, 51 End of Summer Ice Cream Party School Road, Voorheesville, www.voorhees villelibrary.org or call (518) 765-2791. Say goodbye to summer while you make some “cool” ice cream, 1 p.m. Open to visitors 28 Tuesday of all ages. Space is limited, so register early. Free Summer Movie: ‘Moana’ Regular admission is $5 per person. Children’s Get out of the heat for a cool family friendly Museum of Science and Technology, 250 Jordan Road, Troy. For more information, call movie the big screen along with fun, games (518) 235-2120 or visit cmost.org.
Jason’s Frogs, Bugs & Animals Show
Herman and Libbie Michaelson Early Childhood Education Center at Temple Israel Is your little one ready for preschool?
We are excited to announce our newly expanded 5 day per week Hebrew Immersion Class….. this is a wonderful way to give your child the gift of learning a foreign language!
He is ready to play with friends She is ready for art activities, music, circle time and more! What do you do? Come check out The Herman and Libbie Michaelson Early Childhood Center at Temple Israel The teachers at Temple Israel are experts in the field of Early Childhood Education and truly understand what makes each child be their best! • Programming available 2, 3, 4 or 5 days per week! • Classes for children ages 18 months – 5 years
• Child care is available from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and can be used regularly or on a drop in basis. For information about our program or to arrange a tour, please call Amie Bloom (518) 438-7858 x120. We are located at 600 New Scotland Avenue right next to St. Peter’s Hospital.
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