2022 Mohawk-Hudson Regional Invitational.  Artist reception featuring the work of 7 regional artists Donnabelle Casis, Ann Ledy, Laura Moriarty, Huê Thi Hoffmaster, Catalina Viejo Lopez de Roda, Hanna Washburn, and Wendy Williams. 5 to 8 p.m. at  Albany Center Gallery 488 Broadway, Suite 107 Albany, 12207

Everybody Loves Opal” by John Patrick. Traveling comedy performed by the Hilltowns Players. Fri. May 6. 7 p.m. at Helderberg Lutheran Church in Berne.

I Love My Parks Day. This is a day to “Show the Love” for Thacher Park by helping out on some park improvement projects. There will be projects for all ages and abilities, so bring the family! 10 a.m. at 87 Nature Center Way, Voorheesville 12186 

Poetry Workshop. Participants will explore a variety of techniques for composing poetry,  on four Saturdays in May from  May 7, 14, 21, and 28. 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at W. Whitman Books, 304 Main Street, Middleburgh,

Volunteers, Volunteer Recruitment Day. 10 a.m. at  250 Rudy Chase Drive, Glenville, 12302

Volunteer Recruiting Day at ESAM. Museum offers visitors a variety of exciting and educational experiences, including interpretive exhibits, and a spectacular collection of restored aircraft, the state's largest aviation research center. 2 p.m. at The Empire State Aerosciences Museum at 250 Rudy Chase Drive in Glenville, 12302.

I Love My Parks Day. This event is co-sponsored by Parks and Trails New York. Please register online at: ptny.org/ilovemypark, where you will find a link for John Boyd Thacher State Park 10 a.m. at 87 Nature Center Way, Voorheesville 12186

Guided Hike. Join us to learn about biodiversity at Thacher with iNaturalist! Call 518-872-0800 to register. 1 p.m. at 87 Nature Center Way, Voorheesville 12186

Hooked on Blacksmithing. The perfect opportunity to learn the basics of blacksmithing in a fun, inclusive environment. This workshop is $150 and open to students 16+. Buy tickets at schenectadyhistorical.org/tickets. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Mabee Farm Historic Site, 1100 Main Street, Rotterdam Junction 12150

Roast Beef Dinner. Menu roast beef, -mashed potatoes,- gravy cabbage salad,- vegetables- homemade applesauce rolls, homemade apple pie, Take-out only Serving From 12 to 4 p.m. at Berne Vol, Fire Co and Auxiliary  30 Canaday Hill Rd, Berne,  12023,