Hisham Matar, one of the leading voices during the Arab Spring of 2011, will read from his work at 8 p.m. in the Assembly Hall, Campus Center, on the UAlbany Uptown Campus. Earlier that same day at 4:15 p.m. Matar will hold an informal seminar in the Standish Room, Science Library. Free and open to the public.
Date:
Thursday, November 30, 2017 - 05:00 to 08:00
Location:
Albany Heritage Area Visitors Center. 25 Quackenbush Sq (Corner of Broadway & Clinton Ave.).
Adorn: A Festival of Trees with a Twist Exhibit Opening. 5 to 8 p.m. Eight dress forms decorated for the holiday spirit by 10 local artists. (518) 434-0405 Free admission. Location: Albany Heritage Area Visitors Center. 25 Quackenbush Sq (Corner of Broadway & Clinton Ave.).
Date:
Thursday, November 30, 2017 - 11:00
Location:
American Italian Heritage Association and Museum. 1227 Central Ave. Albany.
Italian genealogy, next steps. 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. An exploration of research resources, such as Ancestry.com. Bring laptop or tablet device. Donation of $5 requested. Reserve by Nov. 28. American Italian Heritage Association and Museum. 1227 Central Ave. Albany. (518)435-1979.
Date:
Tuesday, November 28, 2017 - 04:30
Location:
The University Art Museum, Fine Arts Building, on the University at Albany's Uptown Campus
Eminent poet, art critic, and curator John Yau, will give a lecture entitled "Above and Below the Radar: Artists Working Today" on Tuesday, Nov. 28 at 4:30 p.m. at the The University Art Museum, Fine Arts Building, on the University at Albany's Uptown Campus.
The November meeting of the YOPD Support Group is scheduled for 7 p.m. at the Route 7 Diner, 1090 Troy Schenectady Road, Latham. Dinner is ordered off the menu (individual bills). Reservations are not required. Patients (any age) and caregivers are welcome to attend to learn more about Parkinson’s disease. 518-783-3492 OR 518-371-0448, after 3:00 p.m.
Date:
Tuesday, November 21, 2017 - 04:00 to 07:00
Location:
Albany Pine Bush Preserve Discovery Center at 195 New Karner Road in Albany
Albany Pine Bush Preserve will host its first Night at the Discovery Center 4 to 7 p.m. at 195 New Karner Road in Albany. Visitors are invited to stop by the Discovery Center after normal business hours to play games, go on a guided hike and discover on this night, the exhibits come to life.
Palatine Migration, Part 2 presented by Don Martin. The Duanesburg Historical Society will meet at 7 p.m. at Bishop Scully Hall in Delanson. All are welcome and refreshments will be served.
Date:
Friday, November 17, 2017 - 07:00
Location:
Octagon Barn. 588 Middle Road in Knox (Delanson 12053 for GPS)
“Explorations of Jupiter” Dudley Observatory Star Party & Program: Ralf Schauer (SCCC) 7 p.m. rain or shine in the Octagon Barn. 588 Middle Road in Knox (Delanson 12053 for GPS). All are welcome. Telescopes provided, or bring your own. Free refreshments. (518) 618-5376.
The Hudson-Mohawk Weavers’ Guild invites the public to its 39th Annual Show & Sale. This yearly event returns to the Pruyn House in Colonie from Thursday through Sunday. 207 Old Niskayuna Rd., Colonie. Thursday 2 to 9 p.m., Friday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 12 to 4 p.m.
Date:
Monday, November 20, 2017 - 07:00 to 09:00
Location:
St. Matthew’s Church at 25 Mountainview St., Voorheesville, NY
Meet with Greg Spencer, executive director of SAIR (Substance Abuse Information Resources) who has himself been in recovery since 1984 and has worked in the substance abuse and addictions field since 1989. He has worked as a NYS credentialed counselor (CASAC), consultant, program developer and outreach coordinator for various local organizations. Clinically he has extensive experience in substance abuse prevention and treatment including individual and group counseling, family education interventions and relapse prevention. Monday, Nov. 20, 7 p.m. at St.
