“Explore a Bog” without wet feet. Register 518-872-0800. 1 p.m. at Thacher Nature Center.

The Magic Years. Parent education for parents/caregivers of babies - children age 4. Registration required: www.ccealbany.com or with Maria at

Guilderland Police Department Night Out. Join us as the Town of Guilderland takes back the night, one of the largest Crime Prevention gatherings in the US. Fun for the whole family. 6 to 9 p.m. at Tawasentha Park, Rt 146

Indian Ladder Trail walk. Descend the cliff and learn about the geologic history of the Helderbergs. Trail is moderately rugged. Register 518-872-0800.9:30 a.m. at Thacher Park

Strengthening Families Program: The Middle Years.  Parent education for parents/caregivers of children ages 5 - 10. Registration required: www.ccealbany.com or with Maria at

Brooks BBQ.Chicken and Ribs. Drive Thru Only - No Pre-orders. Proceeds support the church and community needs. 3 to 6 p.m. or until sold out at Hamilton Union Presbyterian Church, 2291 Western Ave., Guilderland, 12084.

Kayak Through History: Schenectady. Explore Schenectady from a different vantage point: the Mohawk River! Starting out from Mohawk Harbor. Cost: $26 includes kayak rental. Register at: www.schenectadyhistorical.org/programs. 6 p.m. at Mohawk Harbor at Harborside Dr, Schenectady, 12305

Strengthening Families Program: The Tween/Teen Years. Parent education for parents/caregivers of youth ages 11+. Registration required: www.ccealbany.com or with Maria at

Thursday lecture: With Jon Titus, Ph.D. Come learn about how northeastern forests are changing with Jon Titus, Ph.D. Dr. Please wear appropriate footwear and consider a layer for possible cool evening weather.7 p.m. SUNY Fredonia, 284 Pond Hill Road, Rensselaerville

Indian Ladder Fossils. Look for signs of ancient life. Fossils found cannot be taken home. Trail is moderately rugged. Register 518-872-0800. 9:30 a.m at VC parking lot.