Events happening this week, May 10-18

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.

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!

THURSDAY, MAY 18
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’ll be discussing how the Real Presence is heaven on earth each time we celebrate the Eucharist. In 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
Cobleskill
Chicken & Ribs BBQ: The Knights of Columbus Council 4475 will hold a Chicken & Ribs BBQ at Noble Ace Hardware, 783 E Main St., beginning at 10 a.m. until sold out. Chicken dinners are $15 and rib dinners are $16. Dinners include coleslaw, baked potato and a roll. BAR-B-QUE DELIGHTS will cook. Proceeds will support the youth ministry at Our Lady of the Valley Church and a local seminarian.
Latham
Spring Flea Market hosted by the Latham Colonie Columbiettes, 328 Troy-Schenectady Road, from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Rain or shine! Vendor space is available both indoors and outdoors, covered and outdoor areas for your own popup displays. For pricing information, contact [email protected] or www.lathamcoloniekofc.com/dinners&events.
Rotterdam Junction
Birthright Baby Shower at St. Margaret of Cortona Church, 1228 Main St., at 12:30 p.m. in the church hall. We are asking for donations of baby clothing, personal care items such as diapers, wipes, etc. as well as comfort items such as blankets, pacifiers and burp cloths. The items should be for newborns through age 2. Please do not wrap your gifts. We hope you can join us for fun games and refreshments to support a worthy cause. For more information, contact Linda LaBrie at (518) 384-3986.

SUNDAY, MAY 21
Cohoes
Breakfast Buffet hosted at the Cohoes Knights of Columbus Hall, 255 Remsen St., from 8:30-11:30 a.m. Menu features an omelet station, corned beef hash, bacon, sausage, home fries, pancakes, French toast with warm syrup, muffins, toast, coffee, tea, hot chocolate and a variety of juices. Adults are $10, children 6-12 are $5 and children 5 and under are free! Building is handicapped accessible. For more information, call (518) 237-4151.

FRIDAY, MAY 19 AND SATURDAY, MAY 20
Glenville
Rosary Tag Sale at Immaculate Conception Church, 400 Saratoga Road. Donated items can be dropped off at the hall on May 16 and 17 from 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. and May 11, 12 and 15 from 9 a.m.- 8 p.m. We cannot accept donations on Thursday, May 18. Money earned from our sale is donated to charities in our area. We need additional volunteers to sort and display items received. If you are willing to donate a few hours, please call Theresa at (518) 399-2934. Leave your name and phone number; your call will be returned. We certainly appreciate your help.

SUNDAY, MAY 28
Albany
Pentecost Celebration with Bishop Edward B. Scharfen­berger at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, corner of Eagle and Madison Ave. Celebration begins at 4:30 p.m. with Mass at 5 p.m. Healing Prayer Teams are available after Mass. For more information, contact Jack Ellsbury at [email protected].