Tuesday, October 4, 2011, 7:30 P.M.
New Perspectives on the Hudson Valley Indians--A presentation by historian and author Dr. James Folts, Head of Reference Services at the New York State Archives.

Tuesday, November 1, 2011, 7:30 P.M.
How and Why Do We Remember the Civil War?--In Song and Story, Prose and Poetry, Americans today remember events and attitudes of the Civil War. Robert E. Mulligan, local historian and museum curator, will present a look at some aspects of this historical legacy.

Tuesday, December 6, 2011, 7:30 P.M.
Saint Nicholas, the Saint Who Became Santa--Food historian Peter G. Rose will delve into the early history of Saint Nicholas, relate how he was brought to America by the Dutch in the 17th century, and again transformed into Santa in the 19th century. This talk encompasses literature, religion, the fine arts and Dutch food.

Tuesday, February 7, 2012, 7:30 P.M.
Voorheesville: Ties That Bind, Forging Community in a 19th and Early 20th Century Railroad Town --Presented by local historian, poet and author Dennis Sullivan.

Tuesday, March 6, 2012, 7:30 P.M.
Albany Rural Cemetery in the Civil War--In this power point presentation, local Civil War historian Mark Bodnar will take us on a virtual tour of the Albany Rural Cemetery, weaving a tapestry of military interest, genealogical research and local history.

Tuesday, April 3, 2012, 7:30 P.M.
The Star-Spangled Banner: Songs From the Second War of Independence--A taste of history in song, with sing-along selections of American historic music--ranging from battle cries to fireside ballads--from the time surrounding the War of 1812. Presented by noted Capital Region musicians Tom Lindsay and Michael Eck.

Tuesday, May 1, 2012, 7:30 P.M.
Historical Painting and Its Challenges--Renowned Hudson Valley artist Len Tantillo will describe the particular artistic process involved in creating historical artwork.