Family events in Rensselaer County, NY

This peer support group welcomes pregnant people, parents and caregivers of children of all ages, grandparents, and other support people. Discussions cover breastfeeding, pumping, weaning, sleep, developmental milestones, and other topics related to raising children.

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Enjoy a relaxed community gathering with free ping pong for players of all experience levels. The Friday activities also include outdoor games and family board game nights, along with ping pong tournaments. A suggested donation of $10 is appreciated.

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Take part in a free community basketball shooting contest hosted by Brunswick Elks Lodge #2556. The local competition is part of the road to the Elks Hoop Shoot National Finals. Registration is required. For more information, contact the hoop shoot directors by email or message the lodge’s Facebook page.

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Children ages 2–6 and their caregivers can enjoy books, songs, and games during this weekend storytime. No sign-up is needed.

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Author Jennifer Hendricks-Fogg will read OCHO™ The Brave Little Octopus. The reading is free and open to the public. Signed books and Ocho™ merchandise will be available for purchase.

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Put Pokémon knowledge to the test in a family-friendly trivia night hosted by local Pokémanic Dave Cass. Questions cover topics such as the video games, trading card game, movies and television, evolution, advanced gameplay, and Pokémon geography, with each round focused on a single topic and drawing from all generations. One round features a photo challenge with zoomed-in Pokémon images. Three bonus rounds include a kids’ challenge for participants under 13, a clue-based Pokémon guessing game, and a Pokédex number challenge. The winning team receives a prize courtesy of Bard & Baker. Teams are limited to four players, with space for up to 10 teams.

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Enjoy a family-friendly fall craft fair featuring local vendors, artisans, and small businesses. The event will also include the Cousins Maine Lobster Truck, a Scholastic Book Fair, concessions, and more. For more information, contact psa@hsseg.com.

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Enjoy a chicken, rib, or fish dinner while supporting the Harvest Place Church’s effort to bring a live circus experience to its annual back-to-school community event. Dinner options include one meat with two sides or two meats with two sides, with mac and cheese, green beans, and candied yams available. Proceeds help support children and families in the Capital Region.

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This caregiver support group and memory café offers a welcoming, supportive space for caregivers and loved ones experiencing memory loss due to Alzheimer’s or dementia. No reservation is required, and all are welcome.

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