Fairs, fests and family fun | iChicano

Saturday

19th Annual James Campbell Memorial Gem, Mineral and Fossil Show and Sale, New York State Museum, 264 Madison Ave., Albany When: 10 a.m.; also 10 a.m. Sunday Cost: $4 Contact: 474-5877 or http://www.nysm.nysed.gov/programs/minerals/ Notes: Vendors will display and sell gems, jewelry, minerals, fossils, lapidary equipment, publications and much more. Tours of the mineral gallery and mineral and fossil identification opportunities will be available for visitors. Proceeds will fund new acquisitions for the Museum?s gem and mineral collection.

Book Fair, Albany Elks Lodge 49, 25 S. Allen St., Albany When: 11 a.m. Contact: 489-0698

Christian Brothers Academy Indoor Yard Sale, Christian Brothers Academy, 12 Airline Dr., Albany When: 8 a.m. Cost: Free Contact: 452-9809 or http://sites.google.com/site/cbabrotherslax/home Notes: Shop inside for thousands of items including furniture, household goods, arts and crafts, toys and games, electronics, business supplies, books, CDs and DVDs, clothing for all ages, tools, sporting equipment, appliances, home decor, computer games, baby items, auto supplies.

New York in Bloom, New York State Museum, 264 Madison Ave., Albany When: 9:30 a.m.; also 9:30 a.m. Sunday Cost: $5; ages 12 and younger, free Contact: 474-5877 or http://www.nysm.nysed.gov Notes: Experience the sights and scents of the approaching spring during this annual fundraising weekend benefiting Museum Club and Discovery Squad, the museum?s award-winning after-school programs for children and teens.

Planetarium and Animal Shows, The Children?s Museum of Science Technology, 250 Jordan Road, Troy When: 10 a.m. Cost: Included in admission Contact: 235-2120 Notes: Throughout the day, CMOST offers a variety of animal shows, planetarium shows, workshops, and more.

Planetarium Program, Schenectady Museum Suits-Bueche Planetarium, 15 Nott Terrace Heights, Schenectady When: 1 p.m. Cost: $4 Contact: 382-7890 Notes: A current schedule and show details can be found online.

Story Art, The Children?s Museum at Saratoga, 69 Caroline St., Saratoga Springs When: 10:30 a.m. Cost: Free with regular admission Contact: 584-5540 or http://www.cmssny.org Notes: Participants will use their imaginations and stories from around the world to inspire a different project.

The Maggie Zeoli-Delvalle Fundraiser Benefit, McGeary?s Pub, 4 Clinton Ave., Albany When: 8 p.m. Contact: 463-1455 Notes: Maggie Zeoli-Delvalle was diagnosed with AML Leukemia in January of 2012. Please join us to support her fight. Music by the Chris Dukes Band, Silent Auction, and Drawings

Sunday

Artrageous, The Children?s Museum at Saratoga, 69 Caroline St., Saratoga Springs When: 2 p.m. Cost: Free with regular admission Contact: 584-5540 or http://www.cmssny.org Notes: learn about famous artists and then make your own masterpieces.

Clothing, Jewelry and Book Sale, Congregation Beth Abraham Jacob, 380 Whitehall Road, Albany When: 8 a.m. Cost: $1 Contact: 489-5819 Notes: Gently used clothing, books and jewelry for sale. The admission of $1 to be deducted from the price of anything you buy at the sale.

Indoor Craft Fair/Garage Sale, Saratoga Wilton Elks Club, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs When: 11 a.m. Cost: Free Contact: 584-0261 Notes: There are over 40 vendor tables with a variety of items from gemstone jewelry, books, craft supplies, wood designs, photos, memorabilia, clothing, household items, and gift baskets.

Tuesday

Special Vendor Nite, Albany Shaker Road Fire Department, 550 Albany Shaker Road, Albany When: 6 p.m. Cost: $1 Contact: 458-1352 or http://www.shakerroadfire.com/?cat=31 Notes: Displays from a variety of vendors, including Miche, Avon, 31 Products, Pampered Chef, Tupperware and more.

Tuesday for Tots, The Children?s Museum at Saratoga, 69 Caroline St., Saratoga Springs When: 10 a.m.-noon or 1-3 p.m. Cost: Free with regular museum admission Contact: 584-5540 or http://www.cmssny.org Notes: This is a special time for youngest visitors to gain preschool readiness skills in a fun and social environment.

Wednesday

Shaker Heritage Society 35th Anniversary Celebration with Albany Pro Musica, 1848 Shaker Meeting House, Meeting House Road, Albany When: 5:30 p.m. Cost: $35 Contact: 456-7890 or http://www.shakerheritage.org Notes: This Fundraising event features Albany Pro Musica singing songs that have not been heard in the Meeting House in a century. Guests will also have an opportunity to learn a Shaker song and dance and to see Shaker basketmaking demonstrations. Enjoy wonderful appetizers and wine, beer and soda from Classe Catering. Visit our website for information and tickets. All proceeds benefit the education programs of the Shaker Heritage Society.

Friday

Craft Fair, Rensselaer High School, 25 Van Rensselaer Dr., Rensselaer When: 10 a.m. Notes: Concession stand, food, drinks, desserts

Fourth annual Wing War to benefit the Watervliet Civic Center, Watervliet A.O.H, 1021 Ninth Ave., Watervliet When: 3 p.m. Cost: $150 Contact: 273-5922 or http://www.watervlietciviccenter.com Notes: Sample chicken wings from various establishments from around the area and vote for your favorite. Enjoy music, refreshments, raffles and a good time.

Homespun Barn Dance, Delmar Reformed Church, 386 Delaware Ave., Delmar When: 7:30 p.m. Cost: $3-$5 Contact: 482-9255 or http://www.danceflurry.org/homespun-barn-dance Notes: Caller Paul Rosenberg with live string band music by Tamarack. Simple dances from the U.S. and around the world. Circles, squares, contras and other configurations. Sit-in musicians welcome.

Laughter to the Rescue: Save-a-Bull Comedy Night, Waterworks Pub, Central Ave., Albany When: 9 p.m. Cost: $10 Contact: http://bit.ly/sabcomedy Notes: All proceeds benefit Save-a-Bull, a program of the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society. One drink minimum is required. Both non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages are available. Appetizers are available for purchase as well. Venue is not handicapped accessible. Tickets ordered online will be reserved for you at the event site. Based on availability, additional tickets may be purchased at the door the night of the event.

Story Art, New York State Museum, 264 Madison Ave., Albany When: 11 a.m. Contact: 474-5877 or http://www.nysm.nysed.gov/calendar/ Notes: Location: Enjoy the Museum by listening to a story, exploring objects from the teaching collection, and creating a fun art project. Themes will be announced on the day of the program.

Saturday, March 3

Cabin Fever Party, The Crossings of Colonie, 580 Albany Shaker Road, Albany When: Noon Contact: 399-9151 Notes: For individuals with Spina Bifida and their families. Food, entertainment, games, crafts and most importantly, fun. E-mail: sbaneny@aol.com for more information and to make reservations.

Craft Fair, Rensselaer High School, 25 Van Rensselaer Drive, Rensselaer When: 10 a.m. Notes: Concession stand, food, drinks, desserts

Hannaford Kidz Expo, Empire State Plaza, Eagle St. and Madison Ave., Albany When: 10 a.m. Contact: 474-0538 or https://online.ogs.ny.gov/events/Description.asp?Eventid=2470 Notes: The 2012 Kidz Expo features Artspower?s new musical Fish Face, part of the popular Polk Street School series by two-time Newbery Honor-winning author Patricia Reilly Giff and CircusFit, an all-day Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey experience featuring clowns, performances and activities, encouraging a healthy lifestyle combined with circus fun. Call 474-0538 for information.

Literacy Volunteers Bowl-a-Thon, Uncle Sam Lanes, 600 Fulton St., Troy When: Noon Cost: $15 Contact: 274-8526 or http://www.lvorc.org Notes: The admission includes two hours of hours of bowling, shoe rental, and bowling ball. There will be raffles and prizes. Food and drink available. All proceeds from ticket sales and raffles will benefit Literacy Volunteers of Rensselaer County.

Community Supported Agriculture Fair, First Unitarian Universalist Society of Albany, 405 Washington Ave., Albany When: 1 p.m. Cost: Free Contact: (585) 271-1979 or http://www.nofany.org/csafair Notes: A CSA gives consumers the opportunity to receive high quality food straight from farms on a regular basis. The CSA fair gives consumers and farmers the opportunity to meet, and for the consumer to find the right farmer for them. Show your support for local farmers and food by attending this CSA Fair!

Russian Winter Festival 2012, The Egg, Empire State Plaza, Albany When: Noon Cost: $7 adults, $3 children 5-12, Free Notes: A full day of traditional food, music, costumes, exhibits, films, performances and competitions.

Saratoga Reads! Book Fair at Barnes and Noble Bookstore, Barnes Noble Booksellers ? Saratoga, 3029 Route 50, Saratoga Springs When: 9 a.m. Cost: Free Contact: 580-8008 or http://www.saratogareads.org Notes: Celebrate Read Across America Day with a scavenger hunt, scientific discovery activities, a book signing with award-winning author, Steve Sheinkin, face painting, storytime and more.

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