The Voorheesville Farmer’s Market at 68 Maple Avenue on Wednesday, August 1, from 3:30 - 6:30 pm. features Albany County Car Seat Check, Burning Obesession Flame Worked Glass, and Face Painting for Kids.

“New York Players – New York’s Dance Party Experts” will perform July 28th,at 7:30 pm.  This exciting band is regarded as an “entertainment powerhouse”. The New York Players are well known for performing at weddings and events in the Capital Region. Now they are bringing the party to GPAC! Parking is free and the performance is open to the public. Guilderland Performing Arts Center, Tawasentha.

Canine Camp will run July 30 - August 3, from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm.  Our theme this year is “Dogs with Jobs.”  Join us to learn about canine health, behavior, training, enjoy demonstrations, and meet new friends!   Youth ages 10-18 are welcome to attend. Camp fee:  $65.00.  Space is limited, please register early!  Contact Ashley Pierce Agriculture Educator 

Calling All Insect Enthusiasts! at Thacher Nature Center at 1:00p.m. Learn how to catch insects like a professional, identify them, and get started on your very own collection! This program will involve pinning real insect specimens. If possible, please bring a shoebox and piece of Styrofoam for the program. Call 518-872-0800 to register.

Saturday, July 28, at 2:00 p.m.: Glacier Behavior at Thacher Park. Come to the Visitor Center and “Chill” with our educators as we learn about how glaciers behave. Believe it or not, the ice is also strong enough to shape the landscape. The program will have hands on demonstrations perfect for the entire family. Call 518-872-0800 to register. Park entrance fee is $6 per vehicle.

Saturday, July 28, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.: Karner Blue Butterfly Painting Class for Kids at Thacher Nature Center. The Karner Blue Butterfly is a rare butterfly that thrives in our area. Come learn about them while you paint this blue beauty with artist and teacher Noreen Powell. Learn to use artistic techniques to create a sense of texture and movement that will make your painting come to life! Fee of $10 includes all materials. This program is appropriate for children 7-13 years old. Please call 518-872-0800 to register your child

Mabee Farm CanalFest from 11 am - 3 pm, FREE! A day of FREE family activities that celebrate the Erie Canalway. www.schenectadyhistorical.org/canalfest

Permutations at the Octagon Barn – Featuring guitarist Paul James Quigley, cellist Will Hayes, and flutist Melanie Chirignan:  an evening of solos and duos culminating with Hungarian Trio by Nathan Kolosko. 7:30 PM at the Octagon Barn, 588 Middle Road in Knox (Delanson 12053 for GPS).  $12. (518) 618-5376.

MVP Health Care Kids Day. Time: 12 - 5 p.m. Location: Empire State Plaza Address: Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12210 Price: Free Admission, Open to public

Night Sky Adventure at miSci on Tuesday, July 17 from  8 - 9:30 pm. Tonight's Topic:  Perseid Meteor Shower. Free for miSci members at miSci - Museum of Innovation and Science, 15 Nott Terrace Heights, Schenectady, NY 12308