EVENTS FOR NOV. 13-20

NOVEMBER 14-16 

Niskayuna

Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat at the Dominican Retreat & Con­fer­ence Center (1945 Union St.): Join us for a retreat of healing for those whose lives have been affected by abortion. For more information, contact Pat Mousaw at (518) 222-1160, Katie Bolibaugh at (518) 495-3574, or email [email protected].

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15

Schenectady

Holiday Extravaganza at St. Madeleine Sophie Church Parish Center (3500 Carman Road) from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Join us for a day of holiday shopping to benefit the Christ Child Society in Albany! We will have vendors (Pampered Chef, Tastefully Simple, etc.) along with hot cocoa bombs, decorated cookies and cookie kits, makeup, jewelry, natural and organic candles, hand-crafted pottery, wooden signs and planters, and more. Compli­mentary refreshments will be served. Shop local and shop with those who help support the Christ Child Society.

Latham

Pre-Thanksgiving Dinner hosted by the Latham-Colonie Knights of Columbus #3394 (328 Troy Schenectady Road) from 4-7 p.m. Takeout and dine-in options are available. For reservations, call (518) 783-0572. Donation is $15 per person. Menu includes: turkey/dressing, mashed potatoes/gravy, vegetables, rolls, butter and dessert. All proceeds benefit Community Maternity Services of Albany.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 16 

Latham

Kieran’s Light: A Catholic LGBTQIA Ministry at St. Ambrose Church (347 Old Loudon Road) at 12 p.m. Kieran’s Light is a compassionate and respectful setting where we offer support and encouragement through discussion and outreach. Jesus calls us to love our neighbor as ourselves and it is in that spirit that this ministry is founded. For questions, contact Deirdre at [email protected].

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21

Waterford

Second annual Chili Cookoff presented by the Waterford Knights of Columbus at the Waterford K of C Hall (76 Grace St.). Doors open at 5:30 p.m. $5 per person, children under 5 eat free. The bar will be open for purchases of beer, soda and cocktails. Vote for your favorite chili! Prizes for first, second and third place. There will also be a 50/50 raffle. Competitors: $15 entry fee, setup from 4:30-5:30 p.m. For more information, call (518) 237-9330 and leave your name and number.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22

Clifton Park

Holiday Craft Fair at St. Edward the Confessor Church (569 Clifton Park Center Road) from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The Knights of Columbus invite you to join us indoors where crafters and artisans from the Capital District will display their handmade items. Raffle baskets include donations from 52 local businesses. Also, featuring a “lottery tree” and a “mystery box.” Breakfast/lunch menu is available.

Cohoes

Hot Sandwiches and Personal Items at St. Michael’s Church (20 Page Ave.) from 12-1 p.m. Join us on Saturday for a hot sandwich and pick up some books, socks and hygiene ­products.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23

Waterford

Indoor Market at St. Mary’s Parish Hall (at the corner of Sixth and Division Streets in Waterford) from 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. Hosted by the St. Mary’s of the Assumption Altar Society, this annual market will feature farmers, bakers, artists, crafters, authors, raffles and more. Do your Thanksgiving or Christmas shopping with local businesses!

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13

Schenectady

The Rosary Altar Society of St. John the Evangelist Church will host a Holiday Craft Show and Bake Sale from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Parish Center (806 Union St.). The event will feature many regional vendors, raffles, refreshments including homemade macaroni and cheese, chili, chicken soup, pizza, hot dogs and more. Please come and join in the fun! Admission is free.