EVENTS FOR FEB. 26 - MARCH 5

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FEBRUARY 26-MARCH 7

Herkimer

“Blessing Bag” Donation Drive at Holy Family Parish in Little Falls (763 E. Main St.): In collaboration with Loaves and Fishes Warming Center, parishioners and community members are encouraged to donate essential personal-care items in the main vestibule of the church. These items will later be assembled as “blessing bags” to help the area’s homeless population and others in need. The items most needed include: hats, mittens, socks, underwear, brushes, hygiene products, shampoo, deodorant, toilet paper, Band-Aids and snacks. Questions may be directed to Holy Family’s parish office by calling (315) 823-3410. For more information or to donate to Loaves and Fishes, visit www.loavesandfisheswc.org.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 27

Glenville

Friday Fish Dinners at the Church of the Immaculate Conception Parish Center (400 Saratoga Road) from 4-6:30 p.m., or until sold out. Hosted by the Knights of Columbus, join us each Friday (Feb. 27, March 6, 13, 20, 27) for a fish dinner during Lent. Indoor dining will consist of your choice of fried or baked haddock, fries or baked potato, along with coleslaw, dessert, coffee or drink. Takeout orders of fried haddock, fried potato, coleslaw and dessert are available. All dinners are $15. Mac and cheese dinners are available for children 6 years and under for $5. Cash or checks only. For information, email [email protected].

Schenectady

Dinner and Doctrine Youth Ministry Night at St. Paul the Apostle Church (2777 Albany St.) from 5-7 p.m. Calling all middle-school and high-school students! Join us on the fourth Friday of the month in the St. Paul the Apostle Parish Center. Meetings start Friday, Feb. 27. For more information, contact Katie Grogan at [email protected].

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28

Albany

Mater Christi Gala “Rooted in Faith, Guided by Grace:” Join us for a beautiful gala that will take place at St. Sophia’s Cele­bration Hall (440 White­hall Road) from 5:30-9:30 p.m. This very special evening will include a cocktail hour reception, dinner, silent auction, music and dancing. The gala will celebrate our wonderful community as well as recognize our very special volunteers who sustain the ministries of Mater Christi Parish and School. Please visit the gala website for tickets and sponsorship opportunities at www.mcsalbany.org/events/gala.

Cohoes

Wine Tasting at the Church of the Holy Trinity (1 Ste. Marie Lane) in the Parish Center at 6 p.m. Join us for a fun evening of wine, hors d’oeuvres and community! All wines are from the Ledge Rock Hill Winery. Tickets are $20 each, pre-sale only. Tickets sold after Mass or at the parish center. No tickets will be sold at the door; must be 21 years old.

SUNDAY, MARCH 1

Cohoes

Penny Social at St. Michael’s Church (20 Page Ave.): Join us at St. Michael’s annual Penny Social! Doors open at 10:30 a.m., tickets can be purchased starting at 11 a.m., and 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.

Waterford 

Breakfast Buffet and Omelet Station sponsored by the Waterford Knights of Colum­bus (76 Grace St.) from 8:30-11:30 a.m. Buffet featuring our famous omelet station, eggs cooked to order, pancakes (plain and blueberry), French toast, sausage, bacon, home fries, toast, coffee, tea, orange and apple juices. Adults are $12 and children are $6. Take a chance to win the 50/50 drawing. Each paid breakfast enters you to win a free breakfast. Take­out is also available and the bar is open for adult beverages.

SATURDAY, MARCH 7

Waterford

Corned Beef Dinner sponsored by St. Mary’s Church, Crescent (86 Church Hill Road) at 5:30 p.m. in the parish hall. Dinner includes corned beef, potatoes, cabbage, carrots, rye bread and soda bread, dessert and beverages. Dinner costs $12 for adults, $5 for children 12 and under, and families are $25. Tickets can be purchased at the church office Monday through Thursday (9 a.m.-4 p.m.) or by calling the office at (518) 371-9632. Takeout will be available but must be ordered no later than