Events happening this week, April 26-May 4

If you want your event to be published in the Calendar, please email us at [email protected] or mail your event to 40 N. Main Ave., Albany NY 12203, Attn: The Evangelist. All Calendar items must be submitted by Wednesday of the week before publication.

FRIDAY, APRIL 28
Albany
Blood Drive at Christ the King Church, 20 Sumter Ave., from 12-6 p.m. in the Knights Chapel. The blood supply remains low and your donation will be greatly appreciated! Please consider registering today by visiting www.redcrossblood.org and using the sponsor code: “churchchristking.” Thank you in advance for your life-saving donation! If you have any questions, please contact John Risler at [email protected].

SATURDAY, APRIL 29
Auriesville
Never Alone: He is Always Present, A Eucharistic Celebration for Young People from 1-8 p.m., at the Shrine of North American Martyrs, Fultonville. The day is being coordinated by the Diocese of Albany Youth Ministry Team, and composed of teens from throughout the Diocese. Join us for interactive games, witness talks and group discussion. We will conclude the day with Mass and an opportunity for the Sacrament of Recon­ciliation and time for Adora­tion of the Blessed Sacrament. We ask that participants bring a lunch to start the day. We will have beverages and snacks available and will offer a simple dinner after Mass of hot dogs/burgers and alternative options. We are asking for a $10 per person donation or any freewill offering to help cover any cost of food. Youth ages 12-18 as well as parents are welcome. Please register so we are able to have beverages/snacks and food for all. For questions, registration and notice on special food needs, please contact Dave Stagliano at [email protected], or at his office by calling (518) 453-6610.

SUNDAY, APRIL 30
Latham
Kieran’s Light: A Catholic LGBTQIA+ ministry at St. Ambrose Church, 347 Old Loudon Road. Kieran’s Light is a ministry rooted in love, welcome and respect for the LGBTQIA+ community. For more information, contact [email protected].

SUNDAY, MAY 7
Latham
Calling on Angels: Grief and Loss Support Group at St. Ambrose Church, 347 Old Loudon Road, at 12 p.m. in the parish center. Are you struggling with the loss of a loved one? You aren’t alone. It doesn’t matter if your loss was 10 days ago or 10 years, all are welcome. 

TUESDAY, MAY 9
Albany
Spring Blood Drive at the Pastoral Center, 40 N. Main Ave., from 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. in conference rooms 1 and 2. The need for blood is constant and only volunteer donors can fulfill that need for patients in our community. Nationwide, someone needs a unit of blood every 2 to 3 seconds and most of us will need blood in our lifetime. To schedule an appointment, visit redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code “AlbanyDiocese.” 

WEDNESDAY, MAY 10
Loudonville
Charismatic Healing Mass at Christ our Light Church, 1 Maria Drive. The night begins at 7 p.m. with Prayer and Praise, followed by Holy Mass and Healing Prayer at 7:30 p.m. Music provided by Joyful Heart. All are welcome, bring a friend!

FRIDAY, MAY 12
Hoosick Falls
Spring Swing: A concert with the Swing Docs Big Band at the Hoosick Falls Armory, 80 Church St., from 6:30-9 p.m. $20/person; $35/couple. Cash bar, silent auction, light refreshments and dancing. Tickets sold at Thorpe’s Pharmacy, Immaculate Conception’s Rectory, or call (518) 686-5064. This is an over-21 event and benefits the Immaculate Con­cep­tion Church restoration fund.

SUNDAY, MAY 14
Latham
Breakfast Buffet hosted by the Latham-Colonie Columbiettes at the Latham-Colonie Knights of Columbus Council, 328 Troy-Schenectady Road, from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Menu includes scrambled eggs, an omelet station, home fries, corned beef hash, bacon and sausage, pancakes and French toast served with warm syrup, a variety of cereals and juices, bananas and hot tea, coffee or hot chocolate. $12 for adults, $6 for children (5-10) and kids under 5 eat free! Free gift for mom, while supply lasts!

MAY 19-21
Niskayuna
Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat at the Dominican Retreat & Conference Center, 1945 Union St. Are you or a loved one hurting from an abortion? Experience the healing love of Jesus Christ on a Rachel’s Vineyard weekend retreat. The weekend will combine discussions, spiritual exercises, the Sacrament of Reconciliation, a memorial service and a Mass of Entrustment. Participation is strictly confidential and offers a beautiful opportunity to experience God’s love, forgiveness, and compassion. The cost is $195. Financial assistance is available. For more information or to register, contact Pat Mousaw at (518) 222-1160 or Katie Bolibaugh at (518) 495-3574 or email: [email protected]. For all retreat dates or more information, visit the Rachel’s Vineyard website: www.rachelsvineyard.org.