Saturday July 27, 12 pm
I’LL BE HOME: The Writings of Jim McGrath 
With Editor Darryl McGrath
Jim McGrath was chief editorial writer for the Albany Times Union. His editorials and commentaries charted many of the most critical issues in New York and the country: the death penalty, civil liberties, historic presidential campaigns, the economy, terrorism and more. The book is both a tribute to a memorable newspaperman and an insider’s perspective on politics and life through the lens of an editorial writer, a position that Jim described as “a great seat at a really weird show.”
Rensselaerville Library, 1459 County Route 351, Rensselaerville, NY

Friday, July 5
“FOT” First Friday 6-9 pm
Live Music, Pizza by BeGolden Farm's Pizza Truck
(Pizza 6 pm until sold out)
Helderberg Brewery Taproom
26 County Route 353, Rensselaerville

Saturday, July 6
Anti-Rent Pub Crawl
Join Helderberg Brewery and local artists for an Anti-Rent themed pub crawl! Local actors will reenact four key scenes of the tenant uprising against the Dutch Patroonship, spanning nearly three decades in upland areas east and west of the Hudson River. The crawl will be led by a narrator, accompanied with live music by Big Thunder and the Anti-Rent Ramblers, and take the audience from Helderberg Brewery Taproom to two outdoor stage locations, returning to the Taproom. Audience members will be invited to participate in each scene. *The crawl will require approximately 1 mile of walking, including some section of trails. Please wear appropriate footwear. Participants do not need to be 21+ to attend the event, however you must be of legal drinking age to consume alcohol during the event.  This event will start promptly at 2 pm. The Taproom will open at 12 pm for early arrivals.
www.eventbrite.com
Registration link - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hilltowns-alive-presents-anti-rent-pub-crawl-tickets-62880765061

Tuesday, July 9
Cyber Safety: Protect Your Data, Protect Your Privacy  6 pm 
John Borst from NYS Information Security Office
John will present how to safely navigate the world wide web and protect your privacy and data.
Rensselaerville Library, 1459 County Route 351, Rensselaerville, NY

Wednesday, July 10
Music in the Park 6 - 8 pm
Berne Town Park, State Route 443, Berne, NY
Hosted by the Berne Library

Friday, July 12
IMAPINVASIVES TRAINING WORKSHOP -  IMapInvasives training: 1-2:30 PM. Species Identification: 2:30-3:30 PM.
Join Albany County Soil and Water Conservation District & Capital/Mohawk Partnership for Invasive Species Management (PRISM) for
an Invasive Species training during Invasive Species Awareness Week. Learn invasive species identification, and how you can
become involved with reporting invasive species in your community.
Located at Switzkill Farm Lodge, 165 Game Farm Rd., Berne, NY 12023.
To register - Ashley Young at Albany County Soil and Water Conservation District. 
Phone: 518-765-7923, 
Email: ayoung.acswcd@gmail.com. 
Please register by: 7/8/19

Wednesday, July 17
Music in the Park 6 - 8 pm
Berne Town Park, State Route 443, Berne, NY
Hosted by the Berne Library

Wednesday, July 24
Music in the Park 6 - 8 pm
Berne Town Park, State Route 443, Berne, NY
Hosted by the Berne Library

Saturday, July 27
Pizza Beach Party with BeGolden Farm 5-7 PM
Wood-fired farm-to-table pizzas cooked to order and topped with BeGolden Farm’s fresh-picked produce.
E.N. Huyck Preserve
284 Pond Hill Road, Rensselaerville, NY 12147

Sunday, July 28
"American Creed" film screening and discussion 4pm
 A documentary examining the values and beliefs that hold Americans together, followed by a Community Conversation, facilitated by Paul Grondahl, Director of the NYS Writers Institute. 
Guggenheim Performance Hall
Carey Institute for Global Good, 63 Huyck Road, Rensselaerville, NY 

Monday, July 29
ACCESS Hilltowns 2ND Anniversary Celebration 11:30am - 2:00pm
ALBANY COUNTY COMMUNITY RESOURCE FAIR
Receive information about: Heating & Cooling Assistance (HEAP)  Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
Transportation  Health Insurance Counseling  Medicare/Medicaid  Legal Services  Home Repairs & Modifications  Mental Health Services
Alzheimer’s Disease  Long Term Services & Support  Veteran’s Services
Berne Senior and Community Center
1360 Helderberg Trail, Berne, NY 12023
Questions? Call Viola Lipscomb (518) 447-7362 or Eileen Bosworth (518) 447-4996

Tuesday, July 30, 2019
Research The Path to Discovery  6:30 pm
With Dr. Joseph Heyman
How did we get here – flying around the world, landing on Mars, man on the moon, driving cars at 65 MPH, watching TV, living healthy, searching the web? It all came from research, perhaps the most exciting life-work one can have!
Rensselaerville Library, 1459 County Route 351, Rensselaerville, NY

Wednesday, July 31
Music in the Park 6 - 8 pm
Berne Town Park, State Route 443, Berne, NY
Hosted by the Berne Library

Saturday, August 3
Hilltown's Alive - Rensselaerville Parade and Block Party 6 pm - 11 pm
Pig roast, local bands, Bounce House for children, Pop Corn and Stewart's Ice Cream
Hosted by the Rensselaerville Volunteer Fire Department and the Rensselaerville Library
Main Street, Rensselaerville, NY

Wednesday, August 7
Music in the Park 6 - 8 pm
Berne Town Park, State Route 443, Berne, NY
Hosted by the Berne Library

Wednesday, August 14
Music in the Park 6 - 8 pm
Berne Town Park, State Route 443, Berne, NY
Hosted by the Berne Library

Saturday and Sunday, August 17 - 18
Hilltown's Alive - Rensselaerville Ride
more information to come

Saturday, August 30
Pizza Beach Party with BeGolden Farm 5-7 PM
Wood-fired farm-to-table pizzas cooked to order and topped with BeGolden Farm’s fresh-picked produce.
E.N. Huyck Preserve
284 Pond Hill Road, Rensselaerville, NY 12147

Star Parties
Held on Fridays once a month
Friday June 21 at 8pm  click here for 2019 schedule
Octagon Barn
588 Middle Rd, Knox (use Delanson 12053 for GPS)  
Outdoor observing to follow, weather permitting. Amateur astronomers and families are invited to bring binoculars or telescopes.  One or more telescopes will be provided by The Dudley Observatory. Family friendly; program will be held rain or shine.  
Free refreshments, free admission (donations graciously accepted). 
For more information, contact: 
The Dudley Observatory at miSci 
15 Nott Terrace Heights, Schenectady, NY 12308
518-382-7890 ext. 259 
valerie.rapson@misci.org