Events happening this week, May 4-11

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SUNDAY, MAY 7
Albany
Sing of Mary: A Marian Concert at Christ the King Church, 20 Sumter Ave., at 4 p.m. Join members of the Albany Chapter of NPM (National Association of Pastoral Musicians) at Christ the King as they honor the Blessed Mother in song. Come sing some well-known songs, learn some new ones and listen to others. Traditional and contemporary. All are welcome!

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 are not alone. It does not 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 moms, while supply lasts!

WEDNESDAY, MAY 17
Albany
Coffee and Conversation Presents Parousia: The Real Presence and Second Coming at Christ the King Church, 20 Sumter Ave, at 6 p.m. in the Knights Chapel. We will be discussing how the Real Presence is heaven on earth each time we celebrate the Eucharist. ln a way, Christ’s second coming is a constant in the Mass as he changes the bread and wine into His body and blood. We look forward to seeing you!

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.

SATURDAY, MAY 20
Albany
Women’s Breakfast with the Albany Chapter of Magnificat at Wolferts Roost Country Club, 120 Van Rensselaer Blvd., from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Tickets: $28; students: $18. Our witness speaker, Anne Costa, is a wife, mother and best-selling author of six books including “Refresh Me, Lord: Meditations to Renew a Woman’s Spirit.” Costa is a soul-stirring author and speaker who combines her wealth of personal experience and professional knowledge as a social worker with the firm foundation of the Catholic faith to tackle some of life’s toughest issues. Online registration at www.magnificat-ministry.org/ny-albany, or by mail with check payable to Albany NY Chapter of Magnificat, PO Box 340, Clifton Park, N.Y., 12065. Include your name, address, phone number and email address. Questions, call Kathleen at (518) 930-9390. Register by Wednesday, May 10!