May 24, 2023 at 10:43 a.m.
Events happening this week, May 26 - June 2
FRIDAY, MAY 26-SUNDAY, MAY 28 Albany/Amsterdam/Schenectady
Requiem: What Remains Is Love Memorial Tour, composed by Maria Riccio Bryce. Come listen to the hauntingly beautiful sounds of Riccio Bryce’s Requiem. Dates include Friday, May 26, at 7 p.m., at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church (21 Hackett Blvd., Albany); Saturday, May 27, at 7 p.m., at First Reformed Church (8 N. Church St., Schenectady); and Sunday, May 28, at 3 p.m., at Trinity Lutheran Church (42 Guy Park Ave., Amsterdam.) Free will offering.
SUNDAY, MAY 28
Albany
Pentecost Celebration with Bishop Edward B. Scharfenberger at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, corner of Eagle Street and Madison Avenue. Celebration begins at 4:30 p.m., with Mass at 5 p.m. Healing Prayer Teams available after Mass. For more information, contact Jack Ellsbury at [email protected]
MONDAY, MAY 29
Colonie
Diocesan Memorial Day Mass with Reverend John Bradley at Our Lady of Angels Cemetery, 1389 Central Ave., at 10 a.m. Please join us as Our Lady of Angels joins thousands of Catholic cemeteries across the United States in the national celebration titled “Serving God and Country: A Memorial Day Salute to Our Heroes.” This national program, developed by the Catholic Cemetery Conference, honors men and women who died while serving in the armed forces, as well as recognizing both active-duty military and veterans. The Memorial Day Mass will take place outside, under a large tent, rain or shine.
Schenectady
Memorial Day Cemetery Mass at St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church, 10 a.m. at St. Joseph’s Cemetery (100 Kings Road), weather permitting. In the event of inclement weather, the Mass will be held at St. Joseph’s Church (600 State St.) The public is cordially invited. There will not be a 12:15 p.m. Mass on May 29 and the church and parish offices will be closed. For information, call (518) 374-4466, ext. 13.
THURSDAY, JUNE 1-SATURDAY, JUNE 3
Cohoes
Giant Indoor Garage & Bake Sale at Holy Trinity Church, 122 Vliet Blvd. Sale kicks off with a preview day on Thursday, June 1, from 6-8 p.m., and runs on Friday, June 2, from 9 a.m.- 5 p.m., and Saturday, June 3, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Admission is $5. Proceeds from the garage sale will fund improvements in the parish center.
FRIDAY, JUNE 2
Schenectady
First Friday Devotional Services at St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church, 600 State St., (corner of State and Lafayette Streets), following the 12:15 p.m. Mass. There will be Devotions to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, including exposition of the Blessed Sacrament. All are welcome! The church is handicapped accessible and parking is available behind the church. For information, call (518) 374-4466, ext. 13.
SATURDAY, JUNE 3
Waterford
Barbecue Chicken Dinner at St. Mary’s Church, Crescent, 86 Church Hill Road, in the parish hall at 5:30 p.m. Dinner will consist of barbecue chicken, potato, macaroni and tossed salads, corn on the cob, beverages and ice cream for dessert. Ticket prices are $10 for adults, $5 for children under 12, and $25 for families. Tickets can be purchased after Masses on May 27-28 or in the office during weekly business hours. Takeout will be available but will need to be ordered in advance no later than Wednesday, May 31. We hope to see you June 3 as we kick off summer!
SUNDAY, JUNE 4
Guilderland
Alumni June Luncheon hosted by the Schenectady Chapter of The College of Saint Rose Alumni at the Pines Restaurant at Pinehaven Golf Course, 1151 Sivers Road. Gathering will be at 12 p.m., and luncheon will be at 1 p.m. Program will include a presentation of The J. Raymond Quinn, Jr. Award, recognition of the Class of ‘73 Golden Roses and the installation of 2023-24 chapter officers and directors. All Saint Rose alumni and their guests are invited. Reservation deadline is Saturday, May 27. For more information, please call Rita Dillon at (518) 356-3783.
Waterford
Breakfast Buffet and Omelet Station hosted by the Waterford Knights of Columbus, 76 Grace St., from 8-11 a.m. Join us the first Sunday of the month for our breakfast buffet featuring our famous omelet station, eggs cooked to order, pancakes (plain or blueberry), French toast, sausage, bacon, seasoned home fries, toast, coffee, tea, orange, and apple juices. Irish coffee and mimosas are now available! Take a chance to win the 50/50 drawing. Each paid breakfast enters you to win a free breakfast! $12 for adults and $6 for children (children under 4 are free.) Questions, visit waterfordkofc.org or call (518) 237-9330.
FRIDAY, JUNE 9 - SUNDAY, JUNE 11
Syracuse
Stillpoint Retreat: Join retreat leader Mary DeTurris Poust for a weekend retreat focused on creating calm amid life’s chaos at Christ the King Retreat House in Syracuse. Offering: $230. Information: www.notstrictlyspiritual.com/events.
THURSDAY, JUNE 13
Guilderland
Coffee and Conversation at Christ the King Church, 20 Sumter Ave., in the Knights Chapel at 6 p.m. We will view and discuss a video documentary on Carlo Acutus, the young saint from Italy, and also one on Saint Edith Stein. We hope you can join us!
FRIDAY, JUNE 16
Menands
Death Cafe at St. Agnes Cemetery, 48 Cemetery Ave., from 2-3:30 p.m. We can’t avoid it, so let’s talk about it! The objective is to increase awareness of death with a view to helping the living make the most of their finite lives. Death Cafe is free, $3 suggested refreshment donation. Please note this is not a bereavement support group. Please pre-register by calling Kelly Grimaldi at (518) 350-7679 or email [email protected].
SATURDAY, JUNE 24
Loudonville
Albany Diocesan Cemeteries Community Memorial Mass at St. Pius X, 23 Crumitie Road at 9 a.m. Community Memorial Masses are held to honor loved ones that have passed and are interred within our 21 cemeteries. Family and friends are invited to attend these Masses.
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