Workshop on Burdock (Arctium lappa), a common but fascinating plant most often associated with the prickly burrs that attach to your clothes and dog hair. 1 to 3 PM at the Eldridge Research Station, 284 Pond Hill Road, Rensselaerville, NY 12147.  To register please email

Introduction To Exploring Off Trail. Offered by Friends Of Cherry Plain State Park. Learn how to explore and enjoy the Capital District Wildlife Management Area by hiking off trail at 10 a.m. Bring a compass if you have one, along with a snack and water bottle.  Pre-register by calling 518-674-2747. Meet at Cherry Plain State Park entrance.  Rain date: Oct. 29.

Renewable Energy and Sustainability Fair at The Doane Stuart School, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., to present workshops and exhibits on climate action, recycling, and sustainable lifestyles. The Fair’s keynote speaker will be Judith Enck, former EPA Regional Administrator in the Obama administration. Admission and parking are free.

A public dialogue with USMC Sergeant Thomas Brennan and Combat Photographer Finbarr O’Reilly. Discussing their book, Shooting Ghosts: A U.S. Marine, a Combat Photographer, and Their Journey Back from War. 7 p.m. Guggenheim Performance Hall, Carey Institute for Global Good, 63 Huyck Road, Rensselaerville, NY 12147.

Dudley Observatory Star Party & Program: Dr. Matthew Bellis (Siena) “Particle Physics” 7 p.m. rain or shine in the Octagon Barn; outdoor observing to follow, weather permitting. 588 Middle Road in Knox (Delanson 12053 for GPS). All are welcome.  Telescopes provided, or bring your own.  Free refreshments.  (518) 618-5376.

Join the discussion with fellow community members to support, align, brainstorm, improve communication and outreach to maintain and improve Schoharie County communities. Schoharie County Chamber of Commerce hosts the next Community Collaboration event at 6 p.m. at the Apple Barrel Country Store and Cafe.  

“Fly-in Breakfast.” Empire State Aerosciences Museum. 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. At 250 Rudy Chase Dr. Glenville.

The Women’s Press Club of New York State and the League of Women Voters of Albany County will present a panel discussion on the November ballot question of whether New York should hold a constitutional convention. The discussion, open to the public, will take place at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 24, in the Guilderland Public Library, 2228 Western Ave., Guilderland. Entrance is free, however donations will be appreciated.

On Monday, Oct.23, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Bethlehem Town Hall Auditorium, the Bethlehem Alliance for Historic and Community Preservation will host a Town Wide Community Forum on Preservation and Development, with a panel of candidates who are running for Town Supervisor and Town Board in the upcoming election.  Don Levy from WNYT News Channel 13 will moderate.  

YOPD Support Group is scheduled, 2 to 4 p.m.at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 510 Albany-Shaker Road, Loudonville.