Reclaim your Childhood with Christopher Robin

Christopher Robin has grown into a care-worn workaday adult when Pooh reappears from his sun-dappled childhood to help him rediscover the simple joys of life in this charming live-action film starring Ewan McGregor and, of course, Pooh, Piglet, Eeyore, Tigger and the whole Hundred Acre Woods gang. Come see “Christopher Robin” at Movie Monday on March 11 at 1 pm at the Community Center-Room 303. Seniors enjoy free movies and popcorn. Doors open at 12:45 pm. No registration required.

Check This Out

On Sunday, March 17, young Kasparovs and Fischers are invited to the Troy Youth Chess Tournament at the Library from 1 to 5 pm. This is a rated tournament, open to everyone who has up-to-date USCF and MCA memberships. Players must be checked in by 1:15 pm. Email tyascc.troy@gmail.com for more information.

Get Ready for Summer Aquatic Fun

It’s time to think summer! The outdoor Troy Family Aquatic Center, located on the Troy Civic Center Campus, is a family-friendly oasis, featuring a main pool with zero depth edge and lap lanes, kiddie area with a waterfall, kiddie slide and splash pad, water slides, sand play area, sand volleyball courts, playground, locker rooms, lifeguards, concessions with shaded patio, and lounge areas. Season passes are on sale now at the Aquatic Center. Individual and Family Season passes are available, with options to add family members or even a nanny, babysitter, or grandparent to the family pass. Buy your pass before May 23 and get two free daily guest passes. Opening Day is May 24 from 11 am – 7 pm, and the Center will remain open through Labor Day. TFAC holds special events all summer, and season pass holders can attend all these events free. Visit the TFAC for information on prices and hours.

Almost Too Many Scrumptious Choices

Oh yum, it’s that time of year again! Troy Restaurant Week is back. Enjoy savory seasonal menus crafted just for Troy Restaurant Week from Sunday, March 10 through Friday 15, noon to 10 pm at 23 fabulous Troy eateries. Visit troyrestaurantweek.com for participating restaurants and menus.

The Troy Chamber will again host the “Oh Snap!” photo contest. Patrons are encouraged to share a snapshot of their Troy Restaurant Week experience to Facebook, Twitter or Instagram using the hashtag #OhSnapTRW19. Each day, a randomly chosen winner will receive a gift card to one of the participating restaurants.

Maple Syrup Days

Learn how maple syrup was harvested and processed 150 years ago and how it is done today. Explore how sap is used around the world to make medicines, beverages, rubber and more. Observe the collection of sap. Watch as it’s boiled down and drawn off into maple syrup inside the sugar shed using a modern-day wood-stoked evaporator. And finally, gather inside to enjoy mini-waffles topped with real maple syrup, and a taste of real maple cream! After your tour, you can purchase maple syrup products from the Troy Historic Village’s Gift Shop. Ages 4-12 and THC members $6. Ages 13 and up $9. Under 4 is free. Maple Syrup Days will be March 9 and 16. Register for a time between 9 am and 3 pm.