“Time-Honored Treasures” Luncheon. Sponsored by The New York Capital District Christian Women's Connection. Reservation is necessary no later than Jan 8, cost: $17. Please call Nancy (518) 869-0642 or Carol (518) 869-5253. Starts at 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Guilderland Elks Lodge, 3867 Rte. 146 (Carman Road) in Schenectady, 12303
Annual Winter Green-Up Grazing Conference, Online! Join us at our thirteenth Winter Green-Up, the Capital District’s original grazing conference! Three sessions—$35 • Two sessions—$25 • One session—$15 per person. Register: https://tinyurl.com/WinterGreenUp2021. 1 to 3 p.m. via Zoom. More info:
Performance in Context discussion. Will be hosted by the Friends of Chamber Music of Troy, New York. Pre-registration required at friendsofchambermusic.org. Event starts at 7:30 p.m. via Zoom. Friends of Chamber Music hosts innovative percussionist and composer, Maria Finkelmeier, and trumpet player, Jean Laurenz in an immersive performance. Events also on Saturday, Jan. 16.
Facilitating Storytelling for Caregivers* (presented with SUNY Otswego). Alzheimer's Association offers free virtual classes that can help those living with Alzheimer’s and their families. Registration required at RecollectionProject.net. Class starts at 10 a.m. via online.
EPA Certified Renovator Refresher (RRP R) Training via Zoom. Cornell Cooperative Extension Albany County is now offering free real-time online training via Zoom. Registration is required. 8 to 11 a.m. via Zoom.
Annual Ice Fishing Contest at Grafton Lakes State Park. Join in the fun and brave the cold temperatures for your chance to land a winning catch on several of the park’s ponds. Pre-registration required starting Dec 26, cost: $10, free for 15 and under. 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 254 Grafton Lakes State Park Way, Grafton, 12082. More info: 518-474-0456
A Mabee Christmas Carol. Humans have long celebrated the winter solstice, greeting the year’s longest night with songs, drinks, and merriment. Cost $6. Dec 30 and Jan 2, 3 to 5 p.m. at Mabee Farm Historic Site, 1100 Main Street, Rotterdam Junction, 12150
