CAR WASH
COHOES — Good Ground Family Church, 49 Johnston Ave., will hold a free car wash 10 a.m.-2 p.m. July 10. Donations will be accepted and there will be grill items and baked goods for sale. All proceeds go towards the Good Ground Family Church Backpack Giveaway.
SIBLINGS CLASS
TROY — Seton Health’s next Special Siblings class is 2-3 p.m. July 11 at St. Mary’s Hospital, 1300 Massachusetts Ave. The class includes a tour of the Seton Health Childbirth Center, hands-on experience with a life-size infant doll, and a birthday party in anticipation of the baby’s birth. Parents are encouraged to attend. For information, and to make a reservation, call 268-5979.
MOMMY PROJECT
TROY — Seton Health’s next Mommy Project program begins at 6:30 p.m. July 12 at St. Mary’s Hospital, in Conference Room B, 1300 Massachusetts Ave. Taught by Seton Health’s Certified Childbirth Educators, this free program helps pregnant teens prepare for parenting. The course provides education on safety issues, infant care and dealing with the stresses of being a teenaged mother. Participants also earn points that can be redeemed for bassinets, car seats, baby clothes, and safety items such as smoke detectors and outlet covers. Fathers-to-be are also welcome. This course meets once a week for six weeks. The Mommy Project is free and open to the public. For more information, and to make a reservation, call 268-5979.
FEED A KID
TROY — The Missing Link Street Ministry sponsors the Feed-A-Kid program for children 3-15 at 6 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 101st Street and Sixth Avenue. The community meal is free. Volunteers and donations are welcome. For information, call Pastor Willie at 421-5222.
AIRSHOW
SELKIRK — Jet Pilots Organization presents the 6th annual Capitol Jets R/C Model Airshow 9 a.m.-5 p.m. July 17 and 18 at the South Albany Airport, 6 Old School Road. Adults, $3; children under 12, $1.
READING PROGRAM
NEW LEBANON — The New Lebanon Library kicks off its annual Summer Reading Program with a performance by the Dazzle Dogs at 2 p.m. July 14 at Shatford Memorial Park, Route 22. The event is free and open to the public, and will be followed by an ice cream social. The theme of this year’s Summer Reading Program is "Make A Splash! Read!" (for children) and "Catch a Wave" (for teens). Some of the special activities planned include musical performances, movies, gaming, crafts, author readings, and wildlife presentations. Sign-ups at the library begin immediately and the program runs through Aug. 18. Children who participate will receive a record book to keep track of all the books they read during the summer. They will receive a prize for every 10 picture books, three chapter books, or one teen book completed. Each time they visit the library, they will be able to fill out an entry form for bi-weekly prize drawings. Adults and teens also may participate. For each book they read over the summer, they may fill out an entry for bi-weekly prize drawings. The drawings will run from July 23 through Aug. 18. There will be three drawings each session, one for children, one for teens, and one for adults. The program is free. For information, call the library at 794-8844.
BOOK SIGNING
TROY — Judith Barnes, Erick James and Jeff Grader will sign their new book, “Change: A Story for All Ages” 11 a.m.-1 p.m. July 17 at Market Block Books, 290 River St.
HEALTH PROGRAMS
NORTH GREENBUSH — The Eddy DayBreak adult day program of North Greenbush will offer a free, informational program on “Navigating Medicare and Medicaid,” 5:30-7:30 p.m. July 14 at the center located at Van Alstyne Corporate Park, 300 Valley View Blvd. Julie Ann Calereso, of Burke & Casserly, will discuss the changes in the Medicare and Medicaid laws and walk caregivers through the confusing care process. The program is free of charge and open to the public. For information, call Eddy DayBreak of North Greenbush at 286-1986.
DELMAR — Eddy Alzheimer’s Services, a program of The Eddy not-for-profit network based in Troy, will offer the “Savvy Caregiver Program,” a six-week educational training course designed to help individuals caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or other memory loss, 10 a.m.-noon Thursdays July 15-Aug. 19 at Bethlehem Senior Services, Room 107, 455 Delaware Ave. The program is open to the public. Class size is limited. Registration is required by calling Eddy Alzheimer’s Services, 238-4164.
NATURALIST TOUR
DELMAR — A naturalist’s tour of the Beaver Tree Trail will be conducted at 10 a.m. July 15 Five Rivers Environmental Education Center, 56 Game Farm Road. Admission is free.
DANCE
LATHAM — Ballroom and Latin Dance 8-10:30 p.m. July 16 at Ballroom on Sunset, 13 Sunset Drive. Adults, $10; students, $5.
REUNIONS
EAST GREENBUSH — Columbia High School class of ’75 35th reunion will be held Aug. 21 at the Century House, Route 9, Latham. If you have not received an invitation, contact the following www.classmates.com or email Harrington@mltw.com, czampier@nycap.rr.com as soon as possible.
AVERILL PARK — Averill Park High School Class of ’75 35th Reunion will be held 6-10 p.m. July 24 at Lakeview on Crystal. The cost is $25 per person. Pay at door with cash or with a check in advance to AP Class of ’75, 24 Beach Lane, Averill Park 12018. Reservations are necessary and can be made to aphs1975@gmail.com.
TROY — Tamarac High School Class of ’85 (and others) reunion will be held Aug. 14 aboard The Capt. JP. Boarding at 7 p.m. Sailing 7:30-10:30 p.m. The cost is $45 includes buffet dinner, entertainment, tax and gratuity. Send payment to Cheryl Ginsburg-Smith, c/o Brunswick Harley-Davidson, 1130 Hoosick Road, Troy 12180. Payment must be received by Aug. 1.
HOOP SHOOT
CLIFTON PARK — The Clifton Park Elks Lodge 2466 will host a hoop shoot open to boys and girls 8-13 as of April 1 on Aug. 3 at the Clifton Park Commons Basketball courts. Registration begins at 6 p.m. The event will be held rain or shine. For information, call Mike Gunther at 331-9677.
HERITAGE DAY
WATERFORD — Waterford Heritage Day will be held July 24 at Garrett Field, Burton Avenue. The parade begins at 10 a.m. with marching bands, antique and modern fire engines. Teams from throughout New England and New York compete in a firemen’s competition or muster. There will be family events, food, craft fair and more. For information, email whmcc@nycap.rr.com" whmcc@nycap.rr.com.