The Friendship Singers of Delmar. Join us for a free holiday treat, featuring a Christmas story narrative, singalongs, and a variety of seasonal offerings. 7 p.m. at Delmar Reformed Church, 386 Delaware Ave., Delmar, 12054

A Very Mabee Christmas. Zalig Kerstmas! This program welcomes all families to share in Dutch holiday traditions. Kids will hunt for small gifts to take home. Of course, we’ll enjoy some Dutch sweets. $8/child. 1 p.m. at 1100 Main Street Rotterdam Junction, 12150

Stand for the Arts Award Ceremony. We are excited to share that Albany Center Gallery has been selected to receive the Stand for the Arts Award. From 5 to 8 p.m. with awards ceremony at 6:45 p.m. at 488 Broadway Suite 107, Albany, 12207.

Into The Woods. Guilderland Garden Club and Guilderland Historical Society 2019 Open House and Greens Show. Dec 6, 4 to 8 p.m.; Dec 7 and 8, 1 to 5 p.m. at Mynderse-Frederick House, at 451 Main Street (Rt. 146 West), Guilderland Center.

Festival of Trees 2019 Sponsorship. Cost: Adults $8, Kids under 12 free. Event runs from Dec 7 to Dec 22, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at SCHS, 32 Washington Ave., Schenectady, 12305.

CSI: Critter Scene Investigation. Join us for a 30-minute indoor introduction followed by a 0.9-mile outdoor trek to look for clues and evidence of what lives in the Pine Bush. Reservations required by calling 518-456-0655. Starts at 11 a.m. at 195 New Karner Road, Albany.

Upcoming Defensive Driving Classes Being Offered by Colonie Senior Service Centers. Classes will be held from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at The Beltrone Living Center, 6 Winners Circle in Colonie. To reserve your seat, please call Rachel at (518) 459-2857 ext. 303.

Breakfast at the Berne Fire Department. Join the Girl Scouts Service Unit 194 for breakfast. Please register in advance by emailing

Breakfast with Santa Planned for All at Colonie Seniors. He’s taking a break from busy work at the North Pole to spend a morning at The Beltrone Living Center in Albany. The cost is $9 for adults and $5 for children 10 and under. Buy tickets in advance to reserve your spot: 518-459-2857, ext. 303. Event is from 9 to 11 a.m. at 6 Winners Cir, Albany, 12205.

Advent Lessons and Carols. Adult, Youth, and Handbell Choirs from ten Guilderland churches will present individual anthems and combine in a chorus of more than 100 singers. Starts at 4 pm at Christ the King Church, 20 Sumter Ave, Albany, 12203. Collected offering will be given to Guilderland Food Pantry. Reception will follow.