As a parent, do you worry about how you can ensure that your child is receiving the maximum number of brain building opportunities?  Put your worries to rest.  The solution is simple, and natural.  Young children learn best through play!  The Capital District Child Care Council will demonstrate how play supports all children’s developmental learning needs, social, emotional, physical and cognitive.  Learn how you can best support your child’s play. Please Register

As a parent, do you worry about how you can ensure that your child is receiving the maximum number of brain building opportunities?  Put your worries to rest.  The solution is simple, and natural.  Young children learn best through play!  The Capital District Child Care Council will demonstrate how play supports all children’s developmental learning needs, social, emotional, physical and cognitive.  Learn how you can best support your child’s play. 10:30 - 11:30 am

The Dutch Settlers Society of Albany Meet and Greet  A Board Meeting is scheduled from 5:30 to 6 p.m. prior to the mixer.  (518) 861-5087. University Club, 141 Washington Avenue, Albany, NY. 6 to 9 p.m.

24th Annual James Campbell Memorial Gem, Mineral and Fossil Show and Sale at the New York State Museum. More than 30 vendors from throughout the region will display and sell gems, minerals, fossils and jewelry. Admission is $5 (cash only); children ages 12 and under are free. Saturday and Sunday. 222 Madison Avenue in Albany. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. ​

“Verplanck Colvin - Adirondack Surveyor" at Thacher Nature Center. Verplanck Colvin was a surveyor and explorer, best known for his surveys of the Adirondacks between 1872 and 1900. Jim Schaller will share stories about this interesting man and the Ver Planck family history in the Hudson Valley. Call 872-0800. 2 p.m.

Dutch Architecture and Furnishings, presented by Marilyn Sassi. February lecture at the Bethlehem Historical Association. 518-439-9260. Delmar Reformed Church, 386 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. 2 p.m.

"From West Manor of Rensselaerwyck to Westmere: Three Hundred and Fifty Years of Guilderland's Place Names" presented by Mary Ellen Johnson using photos from the Guilderland Historical Society's extensive collection. The meeting begins at 7:30 p.m. at the Mynderse-Frederick House, 451 Route 146, Guilderland Center. For information or possible cancelation due to bad weather call 861-8582.

The Half Moon Button Club will meet at 11 a.m. at the Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Avenue, Delmar. The social time starts at 11 a.m. and the business meeting starts at noon followed by this month's program “Things you find in Button Tins.” Bring a bag lunch. For more information call Lisa at 469-7420 or Kirsti at 869-8125.

Crafty-crafters will be gathering at Knox Town Hall (lower Level) at 3:45 p.m. to create a Valentine's wreath. This gathering is open to seniors, adults, and children age 6 and up. If you would like to participate, please call Pat at 872-9400 for reservations before Feb. 10 to insure enough supplies. There is no cost.

Forest Pest Workshop at Thacher Nature Center 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. This workshop, presented by DEC Division of Lands and Forests staff, is appropriate for forest owners, environmental educators, and others who want to learn how to identify pests and assist with surveying and reporting observations. Call 872-0800.