EVENTS FOR APRIL 11-18

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SATURDAY, APRIL 13 

Saratoga

“Generations of Faith: Who Is My Neighbor” Discussion at Saratoga Knights of Columbus (50 Pine Road) from 8:30-10:30 a.m. You are invited to join us for food, fellowship and fun between young adults (ages 18-39) and the older generation (ages 65+) to discuss the topic of “Who Is My Neighbor?” This event will bridge the gap between older and younger generations by having discussions about the faith and how we can better serve each other and the Church as a whole. There is no cost for the breakfast, but a freewill offering will be available. Generations of Faith is a collaboration between the Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany, Spa City Catholic, Goodwill Network and the Knights of Columbus. All attendees must register. Space is limited. For registration, visit https://forms.gle/FZKKJhyZxEoyFgF97. For more information, please contact Trip Gagnon at [email protected]. 

SUNDAY, APRIL 14 

Delanson

Knights of Columbus Ham Dinner Fundraiser at Our Lady of Fatima Parish (1735 Alexander Road) inside the Parish Hall from 12 p.m until sold out. Includes baked ham, scalloped potatoes, vegetables, rolls, dessert and beverage. Dinners are $13. Eat in or takeout available! 

THURSDAY, APRIL 18 

Albany 

Coffee & Conversation at Christ the King Church (20 Sumter Ave.) at 6 p.m. in the Knights Chapel. Adult Faith Formation will present a film titled “The Calling” made by Nick and Marie Viscio. The subject of the film is the call to religious life not just for men but for women too. The film will highlight the vocation of Sister Lou Liptak who became the first woman parish life director in the Albany Diocese. She was assigned to one of our sister parishes, St. Lucy’s/St. Bernadette’s in Altamont. By virtue of our baptism, we are all called to love and serve God. Where do women fit into God’s plan? There is sure to be a lively discussion following the film with Sister Lou that is not to be missed. Please join us!

SUNDAY, APRIL 21

Schenectady 

Mendelssohn’s Elijah with the Octavo Orchestra at St. John the Evangelist Church (806 Union St.) at 3 p.m. Revel in the brilliance of this timeless masterpiece as it unfolds through magnificent choral harmonies and orchestral grandeur. The Octavo Singers and Orchestra will immerse you in the emotional depths of Elijah’s narrative, from triumphant peaks to tender whispers. Join us for an afternoon of transcendent beauty and dramatic intensity, where Mendelssohn’s genius comes alive in a captivating performance. Experience the magic of “Elijah,” a concert that promises to leave you spellbound, resonating with themes of faith and redemption. For groups of 10 or more, we offer a discount of $5 per ticket when tickets are purchased as a block in advance of the concert. Tickets are available online at https://www.octavosingers.org/ or at the door. For details, contact us at [email protected].

FRIDAY, APRIL 26

Albany 

Red Cross Blood Drive at Christ the King Church  (20 Sumter Ave.) from 9 a.m. to  2 p.m. Let’s start our 2024 blood drive season out right! Register today, each donation has the potential to save three lives! All types are needed, and Power Red Donations are being accepted at each of these drives. To see if you meet the eligibility requirements, go to www.redcrossblood.org. To register for these drives, please use sponsor code: churchchristking. Thank you in advance for considering giving the gift of life!

SATURDAY, APRIL 27 

Albany 

Red Wagon Luncheon and Fashion Show hosted by the Christ Child Society Albany Chapter at the Italian American Community Center (257 Washington Avenue Extension) at 10:30 a.m. The day will begin with coffee and pastries at 10:30 a.m., followed by a Fashion Show at 11 a.m. by J. Jill sharing unique and fashionable women’s apparel, accessories, and footwear. Our models will be the members of the Christ Child Society. Please come and join us; all are welcome! Reserve a table for friends and family to enjoy the event. Lunch will be served at 12 p.m. Selections are chicken parmesan with penne pasta, grilled salmon in lemon basil butter with rice, and French ratatouille over polenta cake (GF/DF/V). Adult reservations are $50 per person, and child reservations are $20 per person to be paid in advance by either check or PayPal. There will be a drawing for many lovely theme baskets put together by volunteers, along with door prizes. Your reservation is necessary no later than April 15 and cancellations are a must. Please call Cathy Pastore at (518) 669-4446 for further information and to make your reservation(s). If you are unable to attend, please consider making a donation to assist the needy children of the Diocese of Albany.

SATURDAY, MAY 4 

Glenville

Wonderfully Made Mother-Daughter Tea at the Church of the Immaculate Conception (400 Saratoga Road) from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. All mothers and their daughters ages 10-13 are invited to gather at Immaculate Conception in Glenville where you’ll enjoy a tea party and presentation that will empower mothers and their daughters to embrace God’s beautiful plan for fertility and becoming a woman. Fee is $20 per family; pre-registration is required. To learn more about this event and to register, go to https://wonderfullymade.eventsmart.com or contact: Jennifer Frisone; [email protected] or (201) 400-4251.