JAZZ SHOW AT ST. ROSE
Thursday, March 11, 2010  

7:30 p.m.-The Lee Shaw Trio-1002 Madison Ave. Albany. 337-4871

LENTEN SOUP SALE
Friday, March 12, 2010  

3-5:30 p.m.-Bethany Presbyterian Church, Menand Rd., and North Lyons Ave., Menands.

PANCAKE SUPPER & BAKE SALE
Saturday, March 13, 2010  

5-7 p.m.Old Stone Church, Stone Church Rd & Rt. 29, Ballston Spa, Milton.

CONCERT-CLASSICAL & CONTEMPORARY MUSIC BY WOMEN COMPOSERS
Saturday, March 13, 2010  

Reception @ 5 p.m./Concert @ 6 p.m.-Kathleen McManus Picotte Recital Hall, 1002 Madison Ave., Albany. 454-5178...(Free)

CRAFT FAIR
Saturday, March 13, 2010  

10 a.m.-3 p.m.-Rensselaer High School, 25 Van Rensselaer Drive,       Rensselaer. Sponsored by the National Honor Society and Key Club to benefit the the American Cancer Society's Relay For Life. 

TWFD ALL YOU CAN EAT DONATION BREAKFAST
Saturday, March 13, 2010  

8-11 A.M.- WOODMANS HALL,   980 CR 401  WESTERLO

CELTIC CROSSROADS FUNDRAISER
Tuesday, March 16, 2010  

7:30 p.m.-The Egg-Labany. Raising funds for The Irish American Museum. 432-6598

CORNED BEEF & CABBAGE SUPPER
Wednesday, March 17, 2010  

4:30-7 P.M.-Johnstown Reformed Church, 351 N. Perry St., Johnstown. Donation-$9.00 adults, Children 6-12 yrs. $5.00

“KAY PLAYS the PALACE” FUNDRAISER
Wednesday, March 17, 2010  

12 noon-4 p.m.-NYC fashion designer, Kay Unger will be in town for an ‘On Stage Fashion Show’. A Champagne VIP ‘Meet & Greet Kay’ will be held from 11am-12pm for $100. Doors open at 12pm with the fashion show starting at 12:30pm. Tickets are $30.  Catering is provided by Crush & Cask Wine & Spirits, Yono’s and Luvins Muffins. Local author, Paul Rutherford will be signing his historical novel, “The Tunnel Hoard” (screenplay currently in Hollywood for possible movie deal). Mark Bolles of Creative Photo & Graphics will be launching his fun and fashionable original mixed-media prints.  A live fashion-based auction will take place immediately following the fashion show. 100% of the proceeds will benefit LLS.

HELLO TO SPRING CRAFT FAIR
Saturday, March 20, 2010  

10 a.m.-4 p.m.-Our Lady of Hope Residence (Little Sisters of the Poor). 1 Jeanne Jugan Ln., Latham-785-4551 ext.4490/Vendors.

SPAGHETTI & MEAT BALL DINNER
Saturday, March 20, 2010  

5-7 p.m.-Old Stone Church, Stone Church Rd. & Rt. 29, Ballston Spa/Milton

CHICKEN & BISCUIT DINNER
Saturday, March 20, 2010  

Trinity United Methodist Church, 155 Ballard Rd., Wilton. 3:30 to 6:30pm. There is no set price, donations will be accepted.Takeouts will be available. The church is handicapped accessible. For information call 584-9107.

DANCEFLURRY SARATOGA CONTRADANCE
Saturday, March 20, 2010  

7:30 p.m.-First Baptist Church, 45 Washington St., Saratoga Springs. 885-4430

COUNTRY ROUND & SQUARE DANCE
Sunday, March 21, 2010  

2-6 p.m.-American Legion, Clancy St., Schuylerville. 638-8905 or 638-6182

ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST BUFFET W/THE EASTER BUNNY
Sunday, March 21, 2010  

8:30 a.m.-12 noon-he Colonie Elks, 11 Elks La (off rt 155), Latham. Buffet includes Eggs, Pancakes, French Toast, Ham, Sausage, Bacon, Homes Fries, Fruit Cup, Cereal, Milk, Coffee, Tea and Juice Open to all.
Adults $7.00 Child $4.00  5 and under free.

HEALTH CARE VS SICK CARE WORKSHOP
Wednesday, March 24, 2010  

6:30 p.m.-The Great Health Care Debate”. Dr. Michael Quartararo, of AAC Family Wellness Centers will present/discuss scientific basis, philosophical principles, and the differences between wellness care and sickness care. These workshops are being held at Wed, 6:30 PM on March 24th at our Ballston Spa location
(363-0202) and at 6:30 PM on Wed, March 31st at our Guilderland location (456-3100).

NICKEL SOCIAL
Friday, March 26, 2010  

Doors open at 1pm. Drawing at 3pm. at the Cairo Hose Co. Firehouse
Railroad Ave., Cairo. Sponsored by the 125th Anniversary Committe, Cairo Hose Co.

EASTER HAM DROP
Saturday, March 27, 2010  

9 a.m.-4 p.m.-Little Sisters of the Poor Residence, Latham. 785-4551.

CINDERELLA PROJECT/6th ANNUAL BOUTIQUE DAY
Saturday, March 27, 2010  

As in past years, qualifying, financially challenged students from area high schools will have the opportunity to select prom gowns and related accessories -- at no charge to them whatsoever.

Information and referral forms are available at the website www.cinderellaproject.net, and any related questions can be addressed to cinderellaproject@nycap.rr.com.

BREAKFAST WT=ITH THE EASTER BUNNY
Saturday, March 27, 2010  

8-11 a.m.-Fort Hunter Vol. Fire Company (Ladies Auxiliary) 3525 Carman Rd., Guilderland. Proceeds go to GHS scholarships.

STEP/FUNDRAISER
Saturday, March 27, 2010  

STEP the Saratoga Therapeutic Equestrian Program is celebrating its 23rd year of the Lights of Love / Open House and fundraiser March 27th 7pm at its home stable in Glenville NY.An Evening of food, Music, and Praise for all our departed loved ones, those around the world who are suffering or serving in the miltary and our special animal friends. For  more information call 374.5116 or email stepatnfec@yahoo.com All proceeds benefit the program.

IRISH BEER FEST. FUNDRAISER
Sunday, March 28, 2010  

from 12pm-4pm – Irish Times, located on 15 Phila Street, is sponsoring “Irish Spring Beer Fest”. Tickets will be sold at the door for $15 and includes beer tastings from around the world, light Irish bites and music. 100% of the proceeds benefit Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

PALM SUNDAY CANTATA-"COME TOUCH THE ROBE"
Sunday, March 28, 2010  

4 p.m.-The Mechanicville United Methodist Senior Choir and Guests.  A free will offering will be taken to benefit the Senior Choir Music Fund.  The Church is located at 7 North Main Street, Mechanicville and can be reached by calling 664-3095.

COUNTRY ROUND & SQUARE DANCE
Sunday, March 28, 2010  

2-6 p.m.-American Legion, Clancy St., Schuylerville. 638-8905 or 638-6182

PANCAKE BREAKFAST
Sunday, March 28, 2010  

8 a.m.-1 p.m.-Evans Public House, Rt. 20, Guilderland. 356-1116. Guilderland Lions Club.

CLOGGING CLASSES
Tuesday, March 30, 2010  

7 p.m.-Tamarac School. 674-2943

HEALTH CARE VS. SICK CARE WORKSHOP
Wednesday, March 31, 2010  

6:30 p.m.-The Great Health Care Debate”. Dr. Michael Quartararo, of AAC Family Wellness Centers will present/discuss scientific basis, philosophical principles, and the differences between wellness care and sickness care.These workshops are being held at  at our Guilderland location (456-3100).

FIREFIGHTERS FUND CHICKEN BARBEQUE
Saturday, April 03, 2010  

5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. EAT IN OR TAKEOUT. HALF OF BBQ CHICKEN, BAKED BEANS, BAKED POTATO, COLE SLAW, ROLL & DESSERT. TICKETS- ADULTS & CHILDREN $12.00. For tickets see a firefighter or call (518)329-4161. AT THE COPAKE FIRE STATION 390 COUNTY RTE 7A CENTER HILL RD

TECHNOLOGY FOR BIRDING WORKSHOP
Monday, April 05, 2010  

7 p.m.-William K Sanford (Colonie) Library-439-8080

EMPIRE STATE BOOK FESTIVAL
Saturday, April 10, 2010  

from 10 am to 5:30 p.m. in Meeting Rooms 1-7 at the Empire State Plaza, where readings, author signings and special presentations will take place.

For additional information on the Empire State Book Festival and Writers Hall of Fame visit  www.empirebookfestival.org or contact Michael J. Borges at the New York Library Association 1-800-252-NYLA.

ANNUAL INDOOR/OUTDOOR FLEA MARKET
Saturday, April 17, 2010  

9 a.m.-4 p.m.- Dutchess County Fairground in Rhinebeck. Free admission, and fun for the whole family. Call 845-876-4000 for more information.

ANNUAL INDOOR/OUTDOOR FLEA MARKET
Sunday, April 18, 2010  

9 a.m.-4 p.m.- Dutchess County Fairground in Rhinebeck. Free admission, and fun for the whole family. Call 845-876-4000 for more information.

"PORNITHOLOGY-THE BIRDS & THE BEES"
Monday, April 19, 2010  

8p.m.-Italian-Amerian Comm. Ctr. 257 Washington Ave., Ext. 439-8080

GIFFEY'S CHICKEN BBQ/FUNDRAISER
Friday, April 23, 2010  

4:30-6:30 p.m.-Complete 1/2 Chicken Dinner. $9.50 per dinner. Take out only
Located across from Great American, Main St., Cairo, NY
Sponsored by the 125th Anniversary Committee, Cairo Hose Co.

MURDER MYSTERY DINNER THEATER
Saturday, April 24, 2010  

6 p.m.-at the Babcock Lake Community Center in Grafton, NY (Map Quest: 11 Lakeview Road, Petersburg, NY 12138) Presented by: Brick Road Productions (www.brickroadproductions.net) (http://www.babcocklake.net/events/murder-mystery-dinner) -CLASS REUNION".-For further info, reservations, & directions please contact: Meg @ (518) 686-4732 ~ Meg.Myers@netscape.com

FLEA MARKET
Saturday, April 24, 2010  

Vendors are needed for our Inside Flea Market at the Germantown United Methodist Church, 26 Camp Creek Road, Germantown, from 9 am to 5 pm, and Sunday, April 25th, from 1 pm to 5 pm.

For info or to rent tables, call Judi at (518)-828-1918

FLEA MARKET
Sunday, April 25, 2010  

Vendors are needed for our Inside Flea Market at the Germantown United Methodist Church, 26 Camp Creek Road, Germantown, from 1 pm to 5 pm. For info or to rent tables, call Judi at (518)-828-1918

ANNUAL CARD PARTY
Tuesday, April 27, 2010  

7 p.m.-Colonie Elks, Rt. 155 Latham. Call 785-4551. (Little Sisters Of the Poor)

SOUTHERN BBQ & BOURBON RODEO
Sunday, May 02, 2010  

11am-4pm - Hattie’s and Seven-Horse Pub invite you to A Southern BBQ n’ Bourbon Rodeo. Tickets are $15 and will be sold at the door. It includes your choice of fire-smoked pulled pork or fried chicken along with southern fixins. The rodeo includes live music, exclusive bourbon tasting from Heaven Hill, cash bar and mechanical bull photos.  KK’s LLS Memory Train tanks will be sold for $20.00.  100% of the proceeds benefit LLS.

5 KELLY'S-5 K/LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY
Sunday, May 16, 2010  

It will be at the Crossings in Colonie.  Registration begins at 8am, the race at 10am.  You can register for the event through active.com.

CRAFTERS NEEDED
Saturday, May 22, 2010  

Old Stone Church, Stone Church Rd. & Rt. 29, Ballston Spa/Milton- 884-9225

RAISING FUNDS & AWARENESS AGAINST BREAST CANCER
Saturday, October 02, 2010  

9:00 AM. Where:Empire State Plaza, Phone:518-250-5379. www.komenneny.org Entry Fee: $25