Albany Pine Bush Preserve Commission will host its annual Earth Day celebration at the Discovery Center on Saturday, April 21, from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. at 195 New Karner Rd, Albany, NY

Earth Day Fun Run on the Albany County Helderberg-Hudson Rail Trail on Saturday, April 21. Albany County Helderberg-Hudson Rail Trail. The out-and-back course is appropriate for the whole family and all skill levels. Runners, walkers, joggers, rollerbladers and skaters, and those with a stroller are all welcome to participate. Registration begins at 8:00 AM and the race will start at 9 AM. For more information, and to register early, visit www.mohawkhudson.org.

FAMILY FUN: THE WORLD OF WORMS at 10:00 am. Why are worms so slimy? Why does the early bird get the worm? Join us to learn all about worms and the soil they help make. We will observe earthworms in different environments, take a short outdoor walk, and make our very own worm jars. We will provide some jars, but bring your own if possible. Five Rivers EEC, 56 Game Farm Rd, Delmar, NY 12054

FAMILY FUN: LEAVE IT TO BEAVERS! at 2:00 PM. As winter fades away and spring arrives, come learn about the incredible New York State mammal - the beaver! We will talk about the special adaptations that beavers have in order to survive the winter and take a walk around our Beaver Pond to see if we can see signs of this wonderful animal. Five Rivers EEC, 56 Game Farm Rd, Delmar, NY 12054.

FAMILY FUN: SQUIRRELS FOR KIDS at 10 a.m. Join us for this event, including an indoor presentation, a craft project, and games to learn about the squirrels in our area. If weather permits, we will head outside for a walk to look for signs of these animals and perhaps find the animals themselves. This program is geared toward children ages 5-10. Please sign up by Monday, April 2 to attend as space is limited. Five Rivers EEC, 56 Game Farm Rd, Delmar, NY 12054.

Little Shakers Storytime & Crafts for Preschoolers April 11 & May 9 at 10:30 am. Call 518-456-7890 or [email protected]. Join us for a Shaker-themed story hour with age-appropriate craft activities for pre-school age children. $5 materials fee per family.

Easter Egg Hunt from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Clarksville Community Church. 1997 Delaware Turnpike, Clarksville New York. Our Easter Egg Hunt is a rain or shine event. Games and activities for children of all ages. Free will offering accepted.

Genealogy, or family history, is one of the most popular hobbies in the United States today. Beginning on Thursday, March 29 at 7 p.m., the Schoharie County Historical Society will be offering an opportunity for you to realize the emotional and intellectual rewards of family research through a five-part Genealogy Workshop Series taking place at the Old Stone Fort Museum. 7 p.m.

‘Robins in Rain!’ Kids Art Workshop at Thacher Nature Center on Sunday, March 25, 1:30 - 3 p.m. Kids will have fun painting joyful Robins in a spring rain!  Learn how to paint with acrylic on canvas, and learn some fascinating facts about this beloved native bird species with artist and teacher Noreen Powell. Students will take home a memorable painting and have an enjoyable learning experience. Fee of $10 includes all materials. This program is appropriate for children ages 7-13 years old. Please call 518-872-0800 to register your child.

Easter Egg Hunt at the New Salem Fire Department. 10 a.m. Rain, snow, or shine.  At the New Salem Volunteer Fire Dept Rt 85A Voorheesville, NY. Free Coffee and Donuts.