Berne’s playground. Celebrating the official opening of the new playground equipment at Berne’s town park, 4 p.m. A ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place followed by a simple cookout. Emma Detlefsen of Emma’s Incredibles, will host a lemonade stand and bake sale starting at 3:30 p.m.
Family Farm Day! Stanton Farms will be opening its doors to the public from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 81 Biers Road, Coeymans, NY 12143. Using the most modern practices in the dairy industry, you and your family can experience what it is like to be on a working dairy farm. (518) 765-3500 or
Campfire Storytelling at Thacher Nature Center. 6:30 p.m. Gather round a crackling fire to hear stories from our favorite storyteller Claire Nolan. Claire shares a fun, entertaining mixture of fairytales, legends and personal stories that have wide appeal for all ages. Bring a camp chair or blanket if you wish. S’mores fixin’s will be available. Materials fee of $1 per person. 518-872-0800 to register.
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED: Vacation Bible School. First United Methodist Church of Voorheesville, Aug. 7 to 11, 9 to 11 a.m. Learn about what it means to be a good neighbor. Participate in dramas, join together in singing, doing crafts, and playing games, and use laptops and tablets to help in learning. ages 3-12. 68 Maple Avenue, Voorheesville, NY 12186. 518-765-2895.
Bird banding: Come along on an early morning adventure to observe some of the amazing birds in the Albany Pine Bush and see the science team in action as they capture and band birds. Meet at the Discovery Center. We will be walking off trail, dress in light colored pants, long socks to tuck pants into, and sturdy walking shoes. Ages 6+. 8 a.m. Free. 195 New Karner Rd, Albany NY, 12205. (518)456-0655
Paint an Eastern Box Turtle at Thacher Nature Center. 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Kids will have fun using mixed media to create the texture of an Eastern Box Turtle. They will learn some fun facts about the turtle as they learn how to paint it. Ages 7-13 are welcome. The cost is $20 per student. All supplies are included and students will take home a memorable painting. Register: 518-872-0800.
Village Voices presents an All-Leonard Bernstein concert at the Rensselaerville Presbyterian Church. 7:30 p.m. Directed by Jan Bishop. Free will donations will be gratefully accepted.