February 12, 2025 at 10:20 a.m.
EVENTS FOR FEB. 13-20
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 15
Waterford
Meatloaf Dinner at St. Mary’s Church, Crescent (86 Church Hill Road) at 5:30 p.m. in the parish hall. The meal consists of meatloaf, mashed potatoes, carrots, green beans, beverages and dessert. Adults are $10, children 12 and under are $5, and families are $25. For more information, call (518) 371-9632.
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 16
Delanson
Beef Stroganoff Dinner at Our Lady of Fatima Parish (1735 Alexander Road) from noon until sold out. The Knights of Columbus are sponsoring this dinner event. Enjoy homemade beef stroganoff with dessert and beverage included. Eat-in or takeout is available. Only $10!
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 17
Latham
Youth and Young Adult Parish Potluck and Game Night at Our Lady of the Assumption (498 Watervliet Shaker Road) from 6-9 p.m. Bring a dish or dessert to share. If you can’t bring anything, just bring yourself! Cards and games for all ages and interests are available. Sign up in the church gathering space or call Rosemary at (518) 785-1605.
Schenectady
Red Cross Blood Drive at Saint Madeleine Sophie Church Parish Center (3500 Carman Road) from 1-7 p.m. All presenting donors will receive a $15 e-gift card. We will have delicious homemade cookies! Appointments are strongly recommended. To schedule, use the Blood Donor app or visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter the sponsor code: StMadeleineSophie, or call 1-800-RedCross (1-800-733-2767).
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 19
Ballston Lake
Understanding Hospice: Compassion, Care and Support for Life’s Journey at Townley & Wheeler Funeral Home (21 Midline Road) at 1 p.m. Join us for an informational session presented by the Community Hospice. Learn about hospice services, who qualifies and how it’s funded. There will be time for questions. To RSVP, call (518) 399-5022. All are welcome!
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 21
Glenville
Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball at Immaculate Conception Church Hall (400 Saratoga Road) from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Join us for this tri-parish night of fun! There will be a live DJ, dinner, dessert and dancing. Cost: $10 per person or $50 max per family. Checks and cash can be mailed or dropped off to the Faith Formation Office. For registration information, contact Maria Yorkshire at (518) 399-9210, x233. RSVPs required by Feb. 14.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 22
Schenectady
Ham and Scalloped Potato Dinner at St. Paul the Apostle Parish Center (2777 Albany St.) from 5-7 p.m. (Snow date Saturday, March 1.) Menu includes ham, scalloped potatoes, green beans, dessert and beverages. Adult tickets are $15, children 5-12 are $10, and under 5 are free. Reservations required. Takeout is available. Tickets to be sold after Masses. Proceeds to benefit St. Paul the Apostle Parish. For more information, call (518) 377-8886.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 25
Waterford
Senior “Souper” Tuesday at St. Mary’s Church, Crescent (86 Church Hill Road) at 1 p.m. Seniors, join us for a soup potluck lunch in the parish hall! A great opportunity for a break during long winter days. Taste some hot soups, breads and rolls while enjoying fellowship with other seniors.
SUNDAY, MARCH 2
Cohoes
Penny Social at St. Michael’s Church (20 Page Ave.), doors open at 10:30 a.m. Tickets can be purchased starting at 11 a.m., and the games will start at 1 p.m. Admission is free. There will be food, desserts and beverages available. The church hall is handicapped accessible. Come and have a fun afternoon! For further information, please call Maria at (518) 782-1203, Michelle at (518) 235-3292 or Teresa at (518) 237-7906.
Saratoga Springs
Retirement Reception for Father Thomas H. Chevalier, pastor, at The Church of St. Peter (241 Broadway), immediately following the 11 a.m. Mass from 12-3 p.m. in the parish center. Ordained in 1980, Father Chevalier served in various parishes and has served as pastor of St. Peter’s since 2014. All are welcome and reservations are not necessary. Further information may be obtained by calling the rectory at (518) 584-2375.
SATURDAY, MARCH 8
Albany
Growth in the Spirit Seminar at Christ our Light Church (1 Maria Drive) from 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. in the parish hall. This Growth in the Spirit Seminar will be all about exploring the changes that have taken place within you and transforming you over time since you attended a Life in the Spirit Seminar. (This event is designed for those who have completed that seminar.) How have you changed since surrendering your life to the Lord? What gifts and fruits have you found? What has helped you to grow in your relationship with the Lord? Where do we go from here? Cost is a free-will offering. To register, visit www.albanyccr.org.
SATURDAY, MARCH 15
Albany
Women’s Meal with the Albany Magnificat at Wolferts Roost Country Club (120 Van Rensselaer) from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Tickets: $30 by check, $32 by PayPal, and clergy and religious are free. Our witness speaker is Deacon Tony Cortese of Christ the King Parish in Albany. He is the co-director of initial deacon formation for the Diocese, a licensed, certified social worker, and CEO of St. Anne’s Institute. Register by Wednesday, March 5. Please make checks payable to Albany, NY Chapter of Magnificat, c/o Denise Fraioli, 551 Sacandaga Road, Glenville, N.Y., 12302. Please include your name, address, phone number and email. Online registration: https://magnificat-ministry.net/chapters/ny-albany. Questions, call Kathleen at (518) 930-8380 (after 6 p.m.) All ladies age 15 and older are invited!
SUNDAY, MARCH 16
Waterford
Lucky Bucket Extravaganza at St. Mary’s Church (119 Broad St.) from 12-2:30 p.m. in the parish hall (on the corner of Sixth and Division St.). The admission of $10 includes lunch, beverages and a ticket for the door prize. The Lucky Bucket features dozens of baskets donated by friends, families and businesses. Sheets of tickets for baskets are available at $5 per sheet. Your support will be greatly appreciated!
MARCH 28-29
Albany
Lenten Evening of Song & Lenten Retreat with Dan Schutte at Christ the King Church (20 Sumter Ave.): The Ignatian Volunteer Corps (IVC) Albany presents renowned liturgical composer and songwriter Dan Schutte for a night of music and reflection. Lenten Evening of Song begins Friday, March 28, at 7 p.m., and Lenten Morning of Reflection begins on Saturday, March 29, at 9:30 a.m. Cost is $15 for the concert, $15 for the retreat, or $25 for both events. Tickets and sponsorship information are available at www.ivcusa.org/Schutte. For more information, contact IVC Albany at [email protected].
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