Albany International Airport to host Fear of Flying Class. The class will be conducted by Loretta Malta, PhD. Dr. Malta, a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in the treatment of anxiety disorders. Pre-registration is required by calling 518 242-2230. Cost is $60. From 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Airport's conference room located on the third floor in the main terminal, Albany Shaker Rd, Colonie.

International Observe the Moon Night is an annual worldwide public event that encourages observation and appreciation of the Moon. Cost: $12 adults, $8 kids, $10 seniors.  $6 additional for planetarium. 5 to 8 p.m. at miSci - Museum of Innovation and Science, 15 Nott Terrace Heights, Schenectady.

Fall Leaves Preschool Program at Thacher Nature Center. Celebrate fabulous fall and its changing leaves! 10 a.m. at 87 Nature Center Way Voorheesville. Call 518-872-0800 for more info.

Indian Ladder Trail Guided Walk at Thacher Park. Enjoy the fall foliage and scenic views as you learn about the geology and history of the park.  Call 518-872-0800 to register. Park entrance fee is $6 per vehicle. 2 p.m. at 1 Hailes Cave Rd, Voorheesville.

Steve and Jude Chiera will host their Spaghetti and Meatball Dinner. Adults $12, Children 5-10 $5 and Children Under 5 Free. From 5 to 7:30 p.m. at Latham-Colonie Knights of Columbus 328 Troy-Schenectady Road, Latham, 12110. For information  518 783 0572, www.lathamcoloniekofc.com/events.

Dorothy Englander Then & Now: Journey. Attendees will have the unique chance to hear firsthand about Englander’s process, inspiration, and her goals as an artist. From 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Albany Center Gallery, 488 Broadway suite 107, Albany. Only 8 tickets left!

15th Annual “Museum Day Live”. For a ticket go to: Smithsonianmag.com. Visitors who present the “Museum Day Live” ticket will gain free entrance for two people. One ticket per email address is permitted. The event is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at ESAM, 250 Rudy Chase Drive, Glenville. (518) 377-2191.

"Market 2 Plate" event at Delmar Farmers Market to Feature Renowned Local Chef and Activist Ric Orlando. Starts at 10:30 a.m. at Delmar Farmers Market, 332 Kenwood Ave., Delmar

Fall Bird Hike. Join us for a birding walk through the preserve. Reservation required, pls call 518-456-0655 or visit www.AlbanyPineBush.org/events. Starts at 7:30 a.m. at  Albany Pine Bush Discovery Center, 195 New Karner Road, Albany

Rensselaerville Historical Society Pot Luck Dinner, Program and Annual Meeting. Program by Stephen Blendell, a curator of State Historical Site Olana talking about the artists of Hudson River School of Art. Starts at 3 p.m. at 5052 Delaware Turnpike, Rensselaerville