Interfaith Story Circle – Ruah: Breath, Wind, Spirit. We might keep our loved one’s spirit alive by honoring them with treasured rituals and stories of their time among us. 7 to 9 p.m. at the Church of St. Vincent de Paul Chapel, 900 Madison Avenue, Albany.

5th Annual "Doors to the Future". Family Promise to Honor Dr. Bob Paeglow and Dedicated Volunteer Patricia Tobin at the event.  Tickets are $60 – $40. Purchase online at www.familypromiseofthecapitalregion.org. Event is from 6 to 9 p.m., at Saint Sophia Church, 440 Whitehall Rd., Albany.

Beef Quality Assurance Workshop. Topics covered include cattle nutrition, handling, and vaccine protocols. $15.00/person or $25.00/farm (unlimited people). 5 to 8 p.m. Cambridge Valley Livestock Market, 2147 NY-22, Cambridge, 12816

Orchard Tavern West is Opening! We are thrilled to have them joining the Guilderland Community! Ribbon cutting is at 12 p.m. at  2050 Western Ave, Guilderland, 12084

“Finding your way around the night sky” Presented by Dr. Janie Schwab (U Albany, past Dudley director). 7 p.m. at Octagon Barn, 588 Middle Road,Delanson, 12053

Helderberg Brewery Offers Microbrewing Teaching Series for All Skill Levels. Those wanting to explore and experiment at Funky Fermentations must be at least 21 years of age. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 26 Co Rd 353, Rensselaerville, NY

Donation Turkey Dinner with all the fixings including pie for dessert. Servings from 4 to 7 p.m. Dormansville United Methodist Church, 21 CR 312 Westerlo. Take outs available.

 ‘Nature’s Creepy’ Mystery Trail at Thacher Nature Center.  Take a walk on the Nature Center Trail and discover cool and creepy natural objects and oddities along the way. Use the clues to complete the challenge and win a prize! Wear your Halloween costume if you like. Make Halloween crafts and enjoy warm cider and donuts. This fun (not scary) program is appropriate for all ages. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 87 Stan Levine Dr, Voorheesville, 12186

Pine Grove United Methodist Church ‘Roast Pork Dinner’. The menu will include: Roast pork, mashed potatoes, gravy, vegetable, pie and beverage. Price: $11 for adults; $5 for children ages 5 to 12; under 5 is free. For reservations, call 518-248-9934 by Oct. 22. Dinner is from 4 to 6 p.m. at 1580 Central Ave. Albany, 12205

Meet Nikki Giovanni, major American poet. In partnership with the UAlbany Africana Studies Department to mark its 50th Anniversary, and a half century of excellence. 7 p.m. at University at Albany Campus Center Ballroom, 1400 Washington Avenue, Albany.