Ice Cream Social at Orsini Park. St. John's Lutheran Church youth are presenting the event and hope to collect food for the Altamont Food Pantry as well. From 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at 175 Main St, Altamont, NY

The First United Methodist Church recognizes Community First Responders. There will be fire truck, police car, and ambulance on sight, as well as pizza and ice cream treat. 6:00 p.m. at 68 Maple Ave, Voorheesville, NY

Garage Sale at Karie Jean's Closet. Proceeds help support community projects. From 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at 50 Voorheesville Ave., Voorheesville, NY.

Teens Reshape African American History.  The 9th annual Young Abolitionist Teen Scholars’ Institute Open House will showcase Legacy Projects. From 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m at The Stephen and Harriet Myers Residence Campus at 194 Livingston  Avenue, Albany NY

Happy Cat Rescue Inc. Open Adoption Event. Come visit some of the amazing animals we have for adoption! If interested, please fill an application form at http://happycatrescueny.org. Event is from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at 836 Meadowdale Road Altamont NY 12009

Bethlehem National Night Out. The Bethlehem Police Department will once again participate in an annual community-building campaign promoting police-community partnerships called National Night Out. From 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Elm Avenue Town Park at 249 Elm Avenue, Delmar NY

Chicken Barbecue at Westerlo Fire Station 2. $12 for 1/2 Chicken, baked potato, cole slaw, roll, bottle of water and dessert. $7.50 for chicken only. From 11:00 a.m. to sold out. Located at 157 Co Rd 405, Westerlo, NY

A Second Chance Thrift Shop. Come visit our thrift shop offering different products all at reasonable prices. All proceeds benefit the American Italian Heritage Association and Museum, a non-profit organization. Every Tuesdays and Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at  1229 Central Ave., Albany, NY

An evening of classical music featuring Lyric Soprano and BKW alumna Amanda (Hellwig) Vallejos Dessert Bar to follow. Free will donations to support the Helderberg Family and Community Organization’s offerings of exciting opportunities for area kids and families.  (518) 618-5376. Event starts at 7:00 p.m. at the Octagon Barn, 588 Middle Road in Knox. Use Delanson 12053 for GPS.

Introduction to Western Herbalism. Join Huyck Preserve staff member, Leah Waldron, for an introduction to the study and use of North American herbs. Suggested donation: $5 non-members, members and children under 12 free. Registration required. Event starts at 10:00 a.m. at Eldridge Research Center, 284 Pond Hill Road, Rensselaerville, NY.