Slavery in the Capital Region: A Conversation on African American History with Dr. Oscar Williams  2 p.m. @ Mabee Farm. Dr. Oscar Williams, Chair of UAlbany's Africana Studies department, is an expert in African American history. Join us for a conversation on the history of slavery in our region. Free for members or $5.

2019 Eastern NY Fruit & Vegetable Conference is taking place on Tuesday, Feb 19 from 8 am - 5:15 pm, Wednesday, Feb. 20 from 9:am - 4 pm, and Thursday, Feb. 21 from 9 am - 4 pm at the Desmond Conference Center in Albany.  There will be over 50 vendors for an on-site trade show as well as multiple sessions covering tree fruit, small fruit, vegetables, grapes, business management, and much more; many of which will offer DEC credits.

New York’s Cannabis panel discussion: Practical concerns and questions at Empire Center at 8:30 a.m. Albany Capital Center, 55 Eagle Street.

"Building An American School In Somaliland" Jonathan Starr. Meet and mingle 12:30; Program 1:15—Room 224 of the Albany Sage Colleges Campus Presented by The Capital District Humanist Society Sunday,  Refreshments at 12:30; program at 1:15 pm. Room 224, Campus Center, Sage Colleges Albany Campus New Scotland Ave. at Academy Road, Albany. Admission: Free Details and directions: 518-533-2666, or www.humanistsociety.org.

A Chilly Winter's Eve: How the Dutch Survived Winter on Saturday, Feb 9 at 2 pm @ Mabee Farm. Explore how the early Dutch settlers of the Hudson Valley survived the harsh reality that is a rural upstate New York winter. Hosted by the Schenectady County Historical Society, 32 Washington Ave, Schenectady. Free for members or $5.

“Massive Volcanic Eruptions: Regional to Global Impacts” at Thacher Nature Center. 2 p.m. Extreme volcanic eruptions, like Italy’s Vesuvius in the year 79, wreak havoc on human culture and bring ecological devastation. Dr. Chuck Ver Straeten, NYS museum geologist, will discuss these massive eruptions. Call 518-872-0800 for more information.

“A Great Harvest: How to Grow Your Message through Story & Strategy” with speaker Kim Hickok, Chief Marketing Roo from Marketing Kangaroo in Ballston Spa from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. at the Washington County Fair office meeting room, 394 Old Schuylerville Rd, Greenwich.
 

MOVING SALE $2 - Karie Jean's Closet is moving soon! All clothing is $2 until 2/17. First United Methodist Church 68 Maple Ave, Voorheesville, NY lower level, back entrance. Sunday: noon to 3 pm, Wednesday: 3:30 to 6:30 pm.

Friends of Conkling Hall is sponsoring a pot-luck dinner. 6 p.m. Enjoy the day at the Huyck Preserve for their annual Winter Festival and then relax in the warmth and comfort of Conkling Hall. Bring a dish to share as well as your beverage of choice. 8 Methodist Hill Rd, Rensselaerville, NY.

“Out on a Limb: The Ecology of Arboreal Animals” at Thacher Nature Center. 2 p.m. Biologist Dr. Greg Byrnes will describe how animals cope with the challenges of arboreal life with examples from a variety of organisms including squirrels, gliding mammals, and snakes. Call 518-872-0800 for more information.