2015 City of Albany Recreation & Community Services Winter/Spring Activity Guide by City of Albany Recreation

City of Albany

r e c r e at i o n & c o m m u n i t y s e r v i c e s

Winter / Spring 2015

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WHAT IF ALL OF ALBANY READ THE SAME BOOK? Join the City of Albany, Friends of the Albany Library, Alameda County Library, Albany Uniﬁed School District and the Albany Community Foundation in the seventh annual Albany Reads program. Copies of this year’s book will be available at the Library. january through march:

The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by rebecca skloot Henrietta Lacks was known to scientists as ‘HeLa.’ She was a poor Southern tobacco farmer, yet her cells—taken without her knowledge—became one of the most important medical tools to date. kickoff event Jazz Jamboree with Richard Harris & Friends Saturday, February 14, 2:00 pm Albany Community Center Hall

guest speaker Marcy Darnovsky from the Center for Genetics and Society Saturday, February 28, 2:00 pm Albany Library Edith Stone Room

contest

book discussions Wednesday, March 18, 2:00 pm Tuesday, March 24, 6:30 pm Albany Library Edith Stone Room

Albany Reads is looking for the community to contribute art, poetry, essays, or short videos based on the following topic: The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks is the story of an African American woman and her family that touches on bioethics, racism, poverty, science, faith, and more. What threads stand out to you and why? Get creative, Albany! Entries will be judged on creativity and originality. Submission deadline is March 31, 2015. Five winners will be chosen and cash prizes will be awarded to the top five entries. For additional information on contest rules, visit www.albanyca.org/AlbanyReads.

Albany Recreation Department

Albany Uniﬁed School District

contents

get ready for spring

Winter is the perfect time to be thinking of spring, and—believe it or not—it’s already time to be thinking about summer if you have kids in Albany. Be warned that our popular camps fill up fast. See the Summer Camp Preview in this edition of the Activity Guide, and register early!

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Youth Activities

Boomers & Beyond

Special Interest. . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Fine Arts & Digital Arts. . . . . . . . 3 Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Music. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Sports & Fitness . . . . . . . . . . 6–8 Martial Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Mid-Winter & Spring Break Camps. . . 10

Exercise & Dance. . . . . . . . . 34–35 Walking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Special Interest. . . . . . . . . 36–37 Travel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38–41 Senior Events. . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Summer Camp Preview . . . . . . . 11–19 Friendship Club. . . . . . . . . . . 20–21 Teens@842. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Adult Activities Special Interest. . . . . . . . . . . 24 Cooking & Nutrition . . . . . . . . . 25 Dance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Music. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26–27 Exercise & Fitness. . . . . . . . . . 28 Martial Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Adult Sport Leagues . . . . . . . . . . 30

Arts Committee. . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Civics Academy. . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Filmfest & KALB . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 @theCenter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Events. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49–52 Map. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Neighbors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Volunteers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Green Things. . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Friends of Albany Parks . . . . . . . . . 58 Get Connected. . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Run Around Town. . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Parks & Facilities. . . . . . . . . . 60–61

Senior Center . . . . . . . . . . . 32–33

City Information . . . . . . . . . . 62–63 How to Register. . . . . . . . . . . . 63

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Registration Form . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Youth

Kids’ Carpentry

Special Interest

Acing College & Scholarship Application Essays Ages 1 5–19

Want an early start on college admission and scholarship essays? Stanford graduate Alice Chen can help. She’s an award-winning journalist who’s written for clients like Apple, Kraft and PG & E. Alice has also won numerous fellowships, grants and scholarships. Formerly, as a center director for Admissions Academy in Palo Alto, she helped more than 50 students get into college. Alice has created an interactive seminar where students will learn the principles of excellent storytelling, start their essays and workshop each other’s pieces. Please bring a pen and paper to class. ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

DATE

DAY

TIME

April 4

Sat

10 am–12:15 pm

$75

NONRES.

$85

Instructor: Alice Chen, MSJ, alicechen.info/tutoring Location: Albany Senior Center, South Room

Ages 5–12

Kids have enjoyed working with wood and learning how to use hand tools in Kids’ Carpentry since 1982. Boys and girls are encouraged to develop problemsolving skills while building their own cool projects using applied math and fractions. The kids are also introduced to a wide range of woodworking hand tools, safety and craftsmanship. Projects include: super tops, boats, clocks, games, doll furniture, bird feeders, trucks, and many other projects to choose from. Our goal is to empower the students to become independent thinkers! This program may be taken year-round with different projects offered each session. Visit the website to view an 8-minute documentary. Our motto is: “Building confidence and teaching with respect in a safe and happy environment.” ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Math: 3rd-8th Grade, Pre-Algebra & Algebra 1 Ages 7–13

This class will cover and address the following: place value, multiplying three digits numbers, division with remainders, factors, common factors, common multiples, equivalent fractions, fractions in lowest terms along with algebraic expression integers, decimals, fractions and polynomial operations. Students need to bring a spiral notebook, pencils and erasers.

DAY

TIME

April 13–May 18

Mon

2:15–3:30 pm

$114

April 13–May 18

Mon

3:30–4:45 pm

$114

$124

April 13–May 18

Mon

4:45–6 pm

$114

$124

NONRES.

Min: 6; Max: 9

Write On! Creative Writing Lab for Kids For the reluctant writer to the enthusiastic, this intensive writing program is designed to strengthen students' abilities to express themselves through the written word with special emphasis on skill-building (mechanics, editing, spelling). Small, cooperative, fun classes will focus on various writing strategies from pre-writing and organizing ideas to drafting, revising and publishing a class magazine. The series is cumulative and will build on previous lessons, including those taught in the Creative Writing Summer Lab! NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

Jan 8–Feb 5

Thur

4–6 pm

$154

Feb 12–Mar 19*

Thur

4–6 pm

$154

$164

DATE

DAY

TIME

Feb 3–Mar 10*

Tue

3:30–5 pm

$129

$139

Mar 26–Apr 30*

Thur

4–6 pm

$154

$164

Mar 17–Apr 21*

Tue

3:30–5 pm

$129

$139

May 7–June 4

Thur

4–6 pm

$154

$164

Instructor: Karen L. Wang Location: Albany Community Center, EOC Room

Instructor: Abby Skrivan, www.writeonyouth.com Location: Albany Middle School, Room 203

Min: 3; Max: 10

Min: 6; Max: 20

*No class on Feb 17 & Apr 14

Ages 4–6

A zany, fun-filled theatre curriculum designed to enhance communication and social skills, build confidence, creativity/imagination, physical coordination and, most of all, joy! Each class begins with a welcoming circle, followed by games and exercises in improvisation, creative movement, body/emotion awareness and ending with affirmations. Each session culminates in a special performance open to family and friends. DATE

DAY

TIME

Mar 5–Apr 23*

Thur

3:30–4:30 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$110

NONRES.

$120

Instructor: Emily Hippert Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms EOC Room Min: 5; Max: 12

*No class on Mar 19

$124

Instructor: Director, Michael Glass, (510) 524-9232, www.kidscarpentry.com Location: Albany Community Center, Craft Room

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NE W

NONRES.

DATE

Ages 8–12

Min: 4; Max: 12

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Zip Zap Zop! Improvisation and Creative Drama

Emily Hippert believes that the powerful combination of imagination and freedom is essential to development (at any age) and works to help others realize and honor their creative strength. She has worked with primary school-aged children in various ways over the course of 20 years: as a director, teaching artist, museum educator, camp counselor, volunteer classroom teacher, and mother. Emily holds a BA in Theatre and has performed as an actor in New England, Kansas City and Chicago, as well as trained with the Women's Circus in Melbourne, Australia. Locally, she has performed at the Berkeley Playhouse and Contra Costa Civic Theatre, and teaches a theatre program at Albany Cooperative Preschool, of which she has been a member with both of her young children.

*No class on Feb 19 & Apr 16

City of Albany

recreation & community services 510 524-9283

Fine Arts & Digital Arts

Ages 8–14

Make sculptures pots, and tiles like the ancient Greeks. Learn to use the wheel. We will glaze our clay, and do a fun painting or drawing project the last day. Work with Bay Area Artist Sharyl Gates. Sign-up early, this class tends to fill. $10 material fee paid to the instructor.

Draw/Paint from Life & Beyond Ages 6–14

Explore fun techniques in drawing, watercolor and mixed media. Draw and paint figures, faces, mystical creatures and more with Bay Area artist, Sharyl Gates. Students will also learn a bit of Art History. Always something new. Bring a sketchbook and #2 pencil or ebony drawing pencil to class. DATE

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

3:45–4:45 pm

$99

$109

Tue

3:45–4:45 pm

$99

$109

Mar 24–Apr 21

Tue

3:45–4:45 pm

$99

$109

Instructor: Sharyl Gates, sharylgates@gmail.com, http://www.artsonia.com/schools/school.asp?id=148834 Location: Albany Community Center, Craft Room Min: 4; Max: 16

Clay for Kids Ages 4–7

Make fun artistic sculptures pots and tiles and do a fun painting or drawing project on the last day of class. Work with Bay Area artist Sharyl Gates. Sign-up early, this class fills up quickly. Parents are welcome in the classroom with their younger child. Parents may also make a piece or two for a material fee. $10 material fee paid to the instructor. TIME

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TIME

Jan 7–Feb 4

Wed

4:00–5:15 pm

$119

$129

DATE

DAY

TIME

Feb 11–Mar 11

Wed

4:00–5:15 pm

$119

$129

Feb 12–Apr 9*

Thur

3:30–4:45 pm

Mar 25–Apr 22

Wed

4:00–5:15 pm

$119

$129

Instructor: Freshi Media Staff Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2

Instructor: Sharyl Gates, sharylgates@gmail.com, http://www.artsonia.com/schools/school.asp?id=148834 Location: Albany Community Center, Craft Room Min: 4; Max: 8

Video Game Design: Beginning to Advanced

DATE

DAY

TIME

NE W

Jan 20–Mar 10

Tue

3:30–4:45 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Instructor: Freshi Media Staff Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2

$134

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Min: 9; Max: 15

$134

NONRES.

$144

*No class on Feb 26

Animation Creators: Computer Animation

NE W

Ages 8–12

Improve your skills and impress friends and family with your unique video game! Advanced gamers learn new game design techniques including multiple character animations and movement options, platform style games and multiple game genres. Beginners work in pairs and are introduced to fundamental game design elements, including character creation, background design and building a complete video game level.

Tue

Students become the creators and make their own digital comic book complete with heroes, villains and epic adventures! Working with Comic Life software, kids create an original multi-page full color comic. When class is finished students will have an interesting comic series to share with family and friends!

DAY

Ages 8–12

Feb 10–Mar 10

DAY

NONRES.

Ages 8–12

DATE

NONRES.

Jan 6–Feb 3

DATE

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NE W

NONRES.

$144

Young animators learn computer software techniques to create digitally animated characters and stories. In this class, participants will learn skills that help with computer drawing, character creation and movement, voiceover work and character interaction and speech. In small groups, students will focus on learning introductory computer animation techniques and will create original characters and short animated stories. ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

DATE

DAY

TIME

Mar 17–May 19*

Tue

3:30–4:45 pm

$134

NONRES.

$144

Instructor: Freshi Media Staff Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2 Min: 9; Max: 15

*No class on Mar 31 & Apr 28

Min: 9; Max: 15

NONRES.

Jan 7–Feb 4

Wed

2:15–3:15 pm

$109

$119

Feb 11–Mar 11

Wed

2:15–3:15 pm

$109

$119

Mar 25–Apr 22

Wed

2:15–3:15 pm

$109

$119

Instructor: Sharyl Gates, sharylgates@gmail.com, http://www.artsonia.com/schools/school.asp?id=148834 Location: Albany Community Center, Craft Room Min: 4; Max: 8

activity guide Winter/Spring 2015

Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PAGE 64

YOUTH

Comic Creators: Super Hero Adventure

Advanced Clay for Kids

Youth

Dance

Tap: Beginning

Fluid Feet for Kids

A g es 3. 5 – 5

Ages 7–10

This class is an introduction to the basic steps of tap dance using age appropriate music and songs.

Get your groove on, kids! We'll explore all the proper techniques of jazz dance(pirouettes, chain turns, leap jumps, etc.) with a mix of some hip-hop and modern style dancing. Students can wear jazz shoes or be barefoot.

DATE

Ballet: Beginning

DAY

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

TIME

NONRES.

Jan 9–Feb 27

Fri

2–2:30 pm

$77

$87

Mar 6–Apr 24*

Fri

2–2:30 pm

$69

$79

DAY

TIME

Jan 7–Feb 25*

Wed

4–5 pm

$74

$84

Min: 6; Max: 25

Mar 4–Apr 22*

Wed

4–5 pm

$74

$84

*No class on Mar 20

Instructor: Beth Ellis-Dickson, BethEllisDance.com Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2 Min: 5; Max: 20

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

This class builds on the techniques to include simple combinations with partners. ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

DAY

TIME

Jan 9–Feb 27

Fri

4:05–4:35 pm

$77

$87

Mar 6–Apr 24*

Fri

4:05–4:35 pm

$69

$79

DAY

TIME

Jan 9–Feb 27

Fri

11:30 am–noon

$77

$87

Jan 9–Feb 27

Fri

1:30–2 pm

$77

$87

Mar 6–Apr 24*

Fri

11:30 am–noon

$69

$79

Instructor: Mary Lyons Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2

Mar 6–Apr 24*

Fri

1:30–2 pm

$69

$79

Min: 6; Max: 25

Instructor: Mary Lyons Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2 Min: 6; Max: 25

*No class on Mar 20

NONRES.

DATE

*No class on Mar 20

Tap: Level 2 Ages 8–13

Ballet: Level 1

This class introduces more complicated rhythms and timing with pattern and direction.

Ages 5–7

Your child will be introduced to more specific ballet movements, which stimulate musical awareness, grace and muscular development. ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

Jan 9–Feb 27

Fri

3:30–4 pm

$77

$87

Mar 6–Apr 24*

Fri

3:30–4 pm

$69

$79

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

Jan 9–Feb 27

Fri

5:30–6:15 pm

$109

$119

Mar 6–Apr 24*

Fri

5:30–6:15 pm

$96

$106

Instructor: Mary Lyons Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2 Min: 6; Max: 25

*No class on Mar 20

Jelly Jam Time: A Story Dancing Class

Min: 6; Max: 25

Ages 3–5

*No class on Mar 20

Ballet: Level 2 Ages 8–13

Your child will be introduced to more specific ballet movements, which stimulate musical awareness, grace and muscular development in the older child. TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

Jan 9–Feb 27

Fri

4:40–5:25 pm

$109

$119

Mar 6–Apr 24*

Fri

4:40–5:25 pm

$96

$106

Instructor: Mary Lyons Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2 *No class on Mar 20

Jelly Jam Time is a story dancing class for young children. We use elements of dance to explore story. Jelly Jam Time combines storytelling and dramatic arts with dance and movement. Children love it. We play with improvisation, pre-literacy and fun! With the use of stories and engaging activities, we encourage creativity, listening skills and cooperation. This class exercises both body and mind. For more information, visit. ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

Ages 1 1–14

Get your groove on, tweens! Like our Fluid Feet for Kids class, we'll explore all the proper techniques of jazz dance (pirouettes, chain turns, leap jumps, etc.) with a mix of some hip-hop and modern style dancing. Parents, you are welcome to register and dance with your tween if you're looking for something special to do together. Students can wear jazz shoes or be barefoot. ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

Jan 7–Feb 25*

Wed

5:15–6:15 pm

$74

$84

Mar 4–Apr 22*

Wed

5:15–6:15 pm

$74

$84

Instructor: Beth Ellis-Dickson, BethEllisDance.com Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2 Min: 5; Max: 20

*No class on Feb 18 & Apr 15

Wee Dance: Child & Caregiver

NE W

A dance class for children ages 2–3 to attend with a caregiver. Learn basic dance concepts and increase self-confidence while having a terrific time dancing with your little one! ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

Jan 14–Feb 25

Wed

10:00–10:45 am

$74

$84

Mar 11–Apr 22

Wed

10:00–10:45 am

$74

$84

Instructor: Neela Reed Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2 Min: 4; Max: 15

Wee Dance: Child & Caregiver

NE W

DATE

DAY

TIME

Jan 5–Mar 2*

Mon

9:30–10:30 am

$98

$108

Ages 4–5

Mar 9–Apr 20

Mon

9:30–10:30 am

$98

$108

A dance class for children ages 4–5 to attend with a caregiver. Learn basic dance concepts and increase self-confidence while having a terrific time dancing with your little one!

Instructor: Risa Dye, www.jellyjamtime.com Location: Albany Community Center, EOC Room

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Fluid Feet for Tweens

Ages 2–3

Instructor: Mary Lyons Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2

Min: 6; Max: 25

*No class on Feb 18 & Apr 15

Ages 5–7

This is an introduction to basic dance movements, to age appropriate music, using fantasy and imagination which helps develop basic motor movements.

NONRES.

DATE

Tap: Level 1

A g es 3. 5 – 5

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Instructor: Mary Lyons Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2

Min: 5; Max: 10

*No class on Jan 19 & Feb 16

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

Jan 14–Feb 25

Wed

10:45–11:30 am

$74

$84

Mar 11–Apr 22

Wed

10:45–11:30 am

$74

$84

Instructor: Neela Reed Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2 Min: 4; Max: 15

City of Albany

recreation & community services 510 524-9283

Music

Ages 5–1 8

Students of all levels will receive a 30-minute private lesson. Lessons will emphasize a music conservatory style of training, maintaining interest levels and progressing to an advanced playing level in a short period of time. Lesson times will be arranged upon completing registration for the class. Instrument used for this class will be a full keyboard. ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

Jan 7–Jan 28

Wed

3–6:30 am

$124

Feb 4–Feb 25

Wed

3–6:30 am

$124

$134

Ages 0–5

Mar 4–Mar 25

Wed

3–6:30 am

$124

$134

Songs, dance, finger games, instrument play-Music Together® is the award-winning program that pioneered parent participation, early childhood music classes. This class provides a true family music experience, as siblings can attend the mixed age classes together. Moms, dads, aunts, uncles, grandparents and best buddies are all invited to attend.

Instructor: Kings Chen/Shu Ming Leung, (510) 559-3609 Location: Albany Community Center, EOC Room

Music Together®

What will you and your child find in a Music Together® class? Rainbow colored falling leaves, cows sitting in the old oak tree, tyrannosaurus rex, shining stars, rockets to the moon and trains to the beach. You’ll rock with your little ones to favorites from your childhood, new originals, jazz, classical, oldies and goodies, music from around the globe and original compositions written for Music Together® classes. You'll find drums of all sorts, bells, triangles, shakers, scrapers, kitchen instruments, scarves and stretchy dancing ribbons-instruments galore! Tuition includes a CD, MP3 code to download song collection, Song Book, Parent Guide DVD and Musical Growth chart. We offer two make-up classes per session to be used at any convenient location, day and time! Bay Area Parent: Best of the Best (2001-2014), Best Enrichment Program: Parents' Press (2011), Best Music Class: Oakland Magazine, Alameda Magazine, Lamorinda Moms' Club, NPN, East Bay Express. Siblings under 6 months old are free, over 6 months are $128. ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

Jan 16–Mar 27*

Fri

9:30–10:15 am

Jan 16–Mar 27*

Fri

10:30–11:15 am

10x

$223

$233

Apr 10–Jun 12

Fri

9:30–10:15 am

10x

$223

$233

Apr 10–Jun 12

Fri

10:30–11:15 am

10x

$223

$233

10x

$223

$233

Instructor: East Bay Music Together Staff Location: Albany Community Center, EOC Room Min: 6; Max: 12

YOUTH

Piano Lessons

*No class on Mar 20

$134

Min: 1; Max: 7

Classical Guitar Technique A g e s 1 6 – A d u lt

Learn to read and play music for the guitar. Students will learn how how to play a melody, accompaniment and the best ways to hold a guitar. Everyone in the class receives individual attention. Class activities include learning to play solo pieces and participation in an ensemble setting. Students provide their own instrument. All levels welcome. Under 16 may attend at the discretion of the instructor. $18.50 material fee per text (if needed), to be collected by instructor. Additional materials may be given out by the the instructor at no charge. Text: Classic Guitar Technique, Volume One by Aaron Shearer. DATE

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Anne Clark knew she wanted to be a performer when she was 4 years old, finding herself singing along at the top of her lungs to her “Salty” tapes on top of her mom and dad’s bed in front of their big mirror.She went on to perform on bigger stages all over the country from Disneyland, as Snow White, to Hairspray on Broadway. When she took on her most challenging and rewarding role yet, being a mom to her amazing son, she decided she wanted to pass on the joy of the performing arts to this next generation. She taught for the past 7 years in the Los Angeles and Pasadena area working with children ages 18 months to 18 years. Now she has relocated to the East Bay and can’t wait to share the wonderful experience of musical theatre with Albany’s young performers. Don’t be afraid to have fun and be silly!

NONRES.

Jan 10–Feb 21

Sat

10–11:30 am

$88

$98

Mar 7–Apr 25*

Sat

10–11:30 am

$88

$98

Instructor: Claude Sprague, (510) 859-4055, claude@theguitarinstructor.net Location: Albany Community Center, EOC & Craft Rooms Min: 4; Max: 16

*No class on Mar 21

Beginning/Intermediate Musical Theatre Ages 7–1 1

This class is an introduction to the basic techniques of musical theater: singing, dancing and acting. Through fun theater games, vocal exercises, dance, and improvisation your young performer will be ready to dance and sing their way to Broadway! Students will have the opportunity to learn a scene and musical number from a classic Broadway Musical to be performed the last day of class! $20 material fee paid to the instructor. DATE

DAY

TIME

Jan 27–Mar 31*

Tue

3:30–4:30 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$120

NONRES.

$130

Instructor: Anne Clark Location: Albany Community Center, Hall Min: 5; Max: 25

activity guide Winter/Spring 2015

*No class on Feb 17 & Mar 17

Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PAGE 64

YOUTH

Sports & Fitness

Kidz Love Soccer: Mommy/Daddy & Me Soccer A g e s 2 – 3. 5 ( w i t h pa r e n ts )

Introduce yourself and your toddler to the world’s most popular sport! As you and your child participate in our fun age-appropriate activities, your child will be develop their large motor skills and socialization skills. The fun happens on the field, and in Mommy/ Daddy & Me Soccer, parents are a part of the action! All kids receive a Kidz Love Soccer jersey! Check the Rainout hotline 30 minutes before the start of the class for the most up-to-date information. Cancelled classes will be made up at the end of the session by adding an additional class at the same day and time. ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

Jan 24–March 7

Sat

4:30–5 pm

$103

$113

Apr 4–May 16

Sat

4:30–5 pm

$103

$113

Instructor: Kidz Love Soccer Staff, Rainout Hotline (888) 372-5803 Location: Memorial Park, Front West Grass Min: 6; Max: 20

Kidz Love Soccer: Tot Soccer A g es 3. 5 – 4

Little tykes will enjoy running and kicking just like the big kids! Encourages large motor skill development through fun soccer games and introduces small children to the group setting. Shin guards are required after the first meeting. All kids receive a Kidz Love Soccer jersey! Check the Rainout hotline 30 minutes before the start of the class for the most upto-date information. Cancelled classes will be made up at the end of the session by adding an additional class at the same day and time. ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

Jan 24–March 7

Sat

3:50–4:20 pm

$103

$113

Apr 4–May 16

Sat

3:50–4:20 pm

$103

$113

Kidz Love Soccer: Pre Soccer

Kidz Love Soccer: Soccer 1

Ages 4–5

Ages 5–6

Children will have fun and learn the basic techniques of the game; all while building self-esteem and learning to follow instructions in a nurturing teaching environment. Shin guards are required after the first meeting. All kids receive a Kidz Love Soccer jersey! Check the Rainout hotline 30 minutes before the start of the class for the most up-to-date information. Cancelled classes will be made up at the end of the session by adding an additional class at the same day and time.

Players will learn dribbling, passing, receiving, shooting, age-specific defense, etc. Fun skill games are played at every session and every participant will have a ball at his or her feet. Shin guards are required after the first meeting. All kids receive a Kidz Love Soccer jersey! Check the Rainout hotline 30 minutes before the start of the class for the most upto-date information. Cancelled classes will be made up at the end of the session by adding an additional class at the same day and time.

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

DAY

TIME

$103

$113

Jan 24–March 7

Sat

2:30–3:15 pm

$103

$113

$103

$113

Apr 4–May 16

Sat

2:30–3:15 pm

$103

$113

TIME

Instructor: Kidz Love Soccer Staff, Rain-out Hotline (888) 372-5803 Location: Memorial Park, Front West Grass

Jan 24–March 7

Sat

3:15–3:50 pm

Apr 4–May 16

Sat

3:15–3:50 pm

Min: 6; Max: 24

Instructor: Kidz Love Soccer Staff, Rain-out Hotline (888) 372-5803 Location: Memorial Park, Front West Grass

Min: 6; Max: 24

City of Albany

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DATE

recreation & community services 510 524-9283

Gentle Yoga

Beginning Tennis

Ages 9–16

A g e s 1 4 – A d u lt

Ages 6–10

Students learn proper stance, footwork, blade work and basic tactics in this comprehensive introduction to foil fencing. Exercises and games help to strengthen the body and develop speed and mobility. Fencers are grouped according to age and ability. All equipment is provided. Please wear comfortable pants and sneakers.

Learn how to relax and enjoy a body-mind synchronicity through the ancient practice of yoga. Students will learn how to do classic yoga postures in styles borrowed from several schools of yoga. While holding the yoga poses, they will be shown how to stimulate acupressure points. The asana session will be followed by healing pranayamas (breathing techniques), meditation and guided relaxation. Instructor Viji Sundaram has been teaching yoga in India and the US for 23 years. She is a certified yoga and Acu-yoga instructor, as well as, an acupressure practitioner.

This class is for the young player who wants to learn the basics of tennis. Forehand, backhand, serve and volley will be taught, as well as tennis rules, scoring and etiquette. Games and drills are used to create a fun learning environment. Bring one unopened can of balls to the first class.

M o n d ay s : AGES 9 – 1 1 DATE

Jan 5–Jan 26

DAY

Mon

TIME

4–5 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$89

NONRES.

$99

Feb 2–Feb 23*

Mon

4–5 pm

$79

$89

Mar 2–Mar 30

Mon

4–5 pm

$109

$119

Apr 6–Apr 27*

Mon

4–5 pm

$79

$89

May 4–May 18

Mon

4–5 pm

$79

$89

F r i d ay s : AGES 1 2 – 1 6 DATE

DAY

TIME

Jan 2–Jan30

Fri

5–6:30 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$119

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

Jan 7–Feb 4

Wed

6:30–8 pm

$58

$68

Feb 18–Mar 18

Wed

6:30–8 pm

$58

$68

Instructor: Viji Sundaram Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2

Fri

5–6:30 pm

$79

$89

Fri

5–6:30 pm

$99

$109

Beginning Yoga

Apr 3–Apr 24

Fri

5–6:30 pm

$79

$89

A g e s 1 3 – a d u lt

May 1–May 29

Fri

5–6:30 pm

$119

$129

Instructor: Karen Ladenheim-Martos Location: Sport Fencing Center 5221 Central Ave. #9 (offsite) *No class on Feb 16, Feb 20, Apr 13 & Apr 17

User Friendly Pilates: Increase Core Strength Without Getting Hurt (Mixed Levels)

Yoga is the study and integration of the body, mind and breath to achieve greater health and vitality. Through a series of physical postures, deep breathing, relaxation and mental concentration, students will learn how to reduce stress, feel more energized and enhance the overall quality of their lives. ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

Jan 5–Feb 23*

Mon

6:30–8 pm

$69

$79

A g e s 1 4 – a d u lt

Mar 2–Apr 20

Mon

6:30–8 pm

$90

$100

Your core muscles, the deepest abdominal, lumbar and pelvic floor muscles, protect your spine and prepare you for strenuous activities. Discover how to develop core strength with the proper awareness and mental focus to get fit without getting hurt and improve performance in dance, sports and martial arts. Instructor has over 20 years experience specializing in movement education and injury prevention, and works in many different settings, including physical therapy clinics, Kaiser hospitals and private practice. He is a Certified Pilates Instructor and Feldenkrais® Somatic Practitioner with an extensive background as a professional dancer. This is a mixed level class (beginning to intermediate). Mats available.

Instructor: Jennifer Sowerwine Location: Albany Community Center, Hall

Jan 7–Feb 25 Mar 4–Apr 22

Wed Wed

5:45–6:45 pm 5:45–6:45 pm

8x 8x

$100 $100

3:30–4:30 pm

$95

$105

M/W

3:30–4:30 pm

$95

$105

Feb 23–Mar 11

M/W

3:30–4:30 pm

$95

$105

Mar 16–Apr 1

M/W

3:30–4:30 pm

$95

$105

Apr 6–Apr 22

M/W

3:30–4:30 pm

$95

$105

Apr 27–May 13

M/W

3:30–4:30 pm

$95

$105

May 18–Jun 8*

M/W

3:30–4:30 pm

$95

$105

Instructor: John Fry & Staff Location: Memorial Park Tennis Courts *No class on Jan 19, Feb 16 & May 25

Ages 7–1 1

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

M/W

Jan 28–Feb 18*

Intermediate Tennis

DAY

TIME

Jan 5–Jan 26*

Min: 4; Max: 10

DATE

DAY

NONRES.

TIME

Min: 5; Max: 20

Mar 6–Mar 27

DATE

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

DAY

$129

Feb 6–Feb 27*

Min: 3; Max: 10

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

DATE

NONRES.

$110 $110

Instructor: Ernie Adams, (510) 619-9223, www.bodyinaction.com Location: Albany Community Center, Hall Min: 8; Max: 35

Min: 5; Max: 30

No class on Jan 19 & Feb 16

NE W

Tiny Tumbler Gymnastics

These classes are for the developing player who needs improvement in their tennis fundamentals and strategy. Focus is on stroke improvement, movement, conditioning and fun. Bring one unopened can of tennis balls to the first class. DATE

Jan 5–Jan 26*

M/W

4:30–5:30 pm

$95

$105

Jan 28–Feb 18*

M/W

4:30–5:30 pm

$95

$105

Feb 23–Mar 11

M/W

4:30–5:30 pm

$95

$105

Mar 16–Apr 1

M/W

4:30–5:30 pm

$95

$105

Apr 6–Apr 22

M/W

4:30–5:30 pm

$95

$105

Apr 27–May 13

M/W

4:30–5:30 pm

$95

$105

May 18–Jun 8*

M/W

4:30–5:30 pm

$95

$105

Min: 4; Max: 10

Students will flip over the opportunity to learn the basics of gymnastics, as well as additional skills to enhance strength, coordination, motor development skills, balance, and confidence. Equipment incorporated into the class includes gymnastic mats, single bars, balance beams, vaulting blocks, incline and barrel mats, ladders, bouncers and spring board, parachutes, rhythm sticks, tunnels and various other equipment. TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

DAY

Jan 8–Feb 5

Thur 11:45 am–12:30 pm 5x

$75

*No class on Jan 19, Feb 16 & May 25

Advanced Tennis Ages 10–14

This class is for students with 2-3 years of tennis instruction and experience. Bring one unopened can of tennis balls to the first class. ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DAY

TIME

Jan 5–Jan 26*

M/W

5:30–6:30 pm

$95

$105

Jan 28–Feb 18*

M/W

5:30–6:30 pm

$95

$105

$85

Feb 23–Mar 11

M/W

5:30–6:30 pm

$95

$105

M/W

5:30–6:30 pm

$95

$105 $105

NONRES.

DATE

Feb 12–Mar 19*

Thur 11:45 am–12:30 pm 5x

$75

$85

Mar 16–Apr 1

Mar 26–April 23

Thur 11:45 am–12:30 pm 5x

$75

$85

Apr 6–Apr 22

M/W

5:30–6:30 pm

$95

Instructor: California Gymnastic Services Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2

Apr 27–May 13

M/W

5:30–6:30 pm

$95

$105

May 18–Jun 8*

M/W

5:30–6:30 pm

$95

$105

Min: 6; Max: 9

Instructor: John Fry & Staff Location: Memorial Park Tennis Courts

*No class on Feb 26

Min: 4; Max: 10

activity guide Winter/Spring 2015

NONRES.

TIME

Instructor: John Fry & Staff Location: Memorial Park Tennis Courts

Ages 3–5

DATE

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

DAY

*No class on Jan 19, Feb 16 & May 25

Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PAGE 64

YOUTH

Beginner Fencing

YOUTH

Skyhawks Tot Basketball (Parent Participation)

Fitness

NE W

Ages 3–5

Ages 2.5–3

NE W

Skyhawks Tot-Sports (Parent’s Participation)

This program was designed to give children a positive first step into Basketball. Your young athlete will learn the fundamentals of dribbling, passing, shooting and rebounding in a fun, safe and positive environment. Through age appropriate games and activities, participants learn balance, body movement, hand/eye coordination, teamwork and sportsmanship! The participant-to-coach ratio is approximately 6:1. ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NE W

Skyhawks Tot Basketball

NONRES.

This program was designed to give children a positive first step into basketball. Your young athlete will learn the fundamentals of dribbling, passing, shooting and rebounding in a fun, safe and positive environment. Through age appropriate games and activities, participants learn balance, body movement, hand/eye coordination, teamwork and sportsmanship! The participant-to-coach ratio is approximately 6:1. DATE

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

Feb 23–Apr 6

Mon

1:30–2:15 pm

$79

$89

A g es 2 . 5 – 3. 5

Feb 23–Apr 6

Mon

1–1:30 pm

$79

$89

Apr 20–Jun 8*

Mon

1:30–2:15 pm

$69

$79

This new Tot-Sports program includes 3 weeks each of soccer, basketball and baseball. Participants learn balance, body movement, coordination, teamwork, sportsmanship and skill development through a series of sport-specific games and activities tailored to their attention spans. Our trained staff and progressive curriculum allows kids to develop at their own pace in a fun and safe environment with lots of encouragement. All participants receive a t-shirt and merit award. Participant-to-coach ratio is 6:1.

Apr 20–Jun 8*

Mon

1–1:30 pm

$69

$79

Instructor: Skyhawks Staff Location: Albany Community Center, Hall

DATE

DAY

TIME

Feb 17–Apr 21*

Tue

2–2:30 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$99

NONRES.

$109

Instructor: Skyhawks Staff Location: Ocean View Park, 900 Buchanan Street Min: 5; Max: 12

*No class on Apr 14

NE W

Skyhawks Tot-Sports A g es 3. 5 – 5

This new Tot-Sports program includes 3 weeks each of Soccer, Basketball and Baseball. Participants learn balance, body movement, coordination, teamwork, sportsmanship and skill development through a series of sport-specific games and activities tailored to their attention spans. Our trained staff and progressive curriculum allows kids to develop at their own pace in a fun and safe environment with lots of encouragement. All participants receive a t-shirt and merit award. Participant-to-coach ratio is 6:1. DATE

DAY

TIME

Feb 17–Apr 21*

Tue

2:30–3:15 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$99

Instructor: Skyhawks Staff Location: Albany Community Center, Hall Min: 6; Max: 12

Min: 6; Max: 12

NE W

Play-Hawk Sports (Parent Participation)

NE W

Play-Hawk Sports Ages 3–5

Ages 2.5–3

Playhawk provides a fun, safe and positive environment where future athletes can take their first step towards an active and healthy lifestyle. Participants will learn sport specific skill including throwing, kicking, hitting and catching, along with social skills. Through age appropriate games and activities, participants learn sport specific skills, balance, body movement, hand/eye coordination, self-esteem, teamwork and sportsmanship. Our trained staff and progressional curriculum allow kids to develop at their own pace with lots of encouragement! Participants come away with new skills, new friends and a new love for sports. The participant-to-coach ratio is approximately 6:1. ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

Feb 27–Apr 10*

Fri

1–1:30 pm

$69

$79

Apr 24–Jun 5*

Fri

1–1:30 pm

$69

$79

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

Feb 27–Apr 10*

Fri

1:30–2:15 pm

$69

$79

Apr 24–Jun 5*

Fri

1:30–2:15 pm

$69

$79

Instructor: Skyhawks Staff Location: Albany Community Center, Hall Min: 6; Max: 12

*No class on Apr 27 & May 25

*No class on Mar 20 & May 15

NONRES.

$109

Instructor: Skyhawks Staff Location: Ocean View Park, 900 Buchanan Street Min: 5; Max: 12

*No class on Apr 14

City of Albany

recreation & community services 510 524-9283

Martial Arts

Ages 7–16

Traditional Japanese Martial Arts instruction in Ki-Aikido for kids. Emphasis on relaxation, selfcontrol and self-discipline. Students will learn rolls, throws, pins, meditation and breathing exercises. A friendly, fun and safe class using positive, non-competitive traditional monastic style forms. Overseen and taught by Maida Sensei, Chief Instructor of the Northern California Ki Society, 7th Dan, local parent, Rinzai Zen Priest and professional Aikido Instructor since 1976 and certified staff.

Beginning Ki-Aikido

DATE

A g e s 7 – A d u lt

Shin Shin Toitsu Aikido is a martial discipline, which teaches that relaxation is stronger than tension. Our goal is to bring balance even to our opponents and problems as a solution to conflict. We use martial techniques, meditation and breathing exercises to help develop the power of mind and body. Founded by Master Koichi Tohei, who was responsible for bringing the martial art of Aikido to the world in 1953. Taught and overseen by Maida Sensei, direct student and representative of Tohei Sensei. Maida Sensei holds the rank of 7th Dan Shihan (Master Instructor) and has taught professionally since 1976. This class is suitable for Adults of any level or physical ability, and for children ages 7 and older with some experience in Aikido. Younger children and children new to Aikido are welcome if accompanied onto the mat by a parent or guardian. The first hour of class is recommended for all beginners. Continuing on to the second hour is recommended for those with more experience or who are willing to be pushed a little. DATE

DAY

TIME

YOUTH

Kids’ Ki-Aikido

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

Jan 10–Jan 31

Sat

9–11 am

$60

$70

Feb 7–Feb 28

Sat

9–11 am

$60

$70

Mar 7–Mar 28

Sat

9–11 am

$60

$70

Apr 4–Apr 25

Sat

9–11 am

$60

$70

Instructor: Maida Sensei and certified staff, (510) 290-8640, kiaikido@kiaikido.org Location: Albany Community Center, Hall, Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2 (Apr 25) Albany Senior Center (Mar 21) Min: 5; Max: 25

Jan 5–Jan 30* Feb 2–Feb 27* Mar 2–Mar 30* Apr 1–Apr 24

DAY

TIME

M/W/F

4–5 pm

M/W/F M/W/F M/W/F

4–5 pm 4–5 pm 4–5 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

1x/week

NONRES.

$50

$60

2-3x/week $70

$80

$50

$60

2-3x/week $70

1x/week

$80

$50

$60

2-3x/week $70

1x/week

$80

$50

$60

2-3x/week $70

1x/week

$80

Instructor: Maida Sensei and certified staff, (510) 290-8640, kiaikido@kiaikido.org Location: Albany Community Center, Hall Min: 2; Max: 40

*No class on Jan 19, Feb 16 & Mar 20

Albany Karate For Kids! Ages 6–16

Black-Belt Instructor, Sensei Dara Connolly, leads this successful program to develop self-confidence and skill in young people. Her renowned teaching style develops each student individually in a positive and fun, non-aggressive environment. Students receive one on one instruction in Tae Kwon Do, Japanese weapons, and practical Self-Defense techniques. Throughout the year students may participate in Belt Tests, studio tournaments and family and friends are invited to watch! New students are always welcome and beginners may start at anytime. (Uniforms and test fees are optional and paid to Albany Karate for Kids, see instructor for details.)

Albany Police Activities League The Albany Police Activities League (APAL) offers alternatives to crime and delinquency by engaging youth in wholesome and character building activities while establishing positive relationships between the police and youth. Crocodile wrestling is designed for 1st–5th grade boys and girls to learn basic wrestling techniques. Come to a practice to learn more about this program (www.albanypal.net for schedule). APAL has a new a basketball program for middle school girls and boys coached by Albany Police Officer (and former AHS basketball player) Danny Ho. This program is for players who want to learn more about the game and improve their skills from beginners to more advanced players. Emphasis will be on technique and strategy with lots of fun drills and intersquad games. APAL will host it's annual a bicycle rodeo in May. The goal of this fun event is to encourage riders to wear helmets on every ride, to give young cyclists basic skills for on-road riding and to teach them the rules of the road to help keep them safe. A free bicycle helmet will be given to each youth participant. Activities of the day will also include a bicycle confidence course and spectacular entertainment. The rodeo is geared to young riders in elementary and middle school. For more information about the Albany Police Activities League programs, visit our website, www. albanypal.net or contact us at apal@albanypal. net. You may also contact APAL through the Albany Police Department, 525-7300. Like the Albany Police Activities League on Facebook! Police & Youth Working Together for a Safer Community

forms, Self-Defense & W e apons

Sat: 8–8:35 am: White-Belts Only (Kata & Basics) Sat: 8:35–9:35 am: Intermediate Yellow-Belts & up (Kata & Self-Defense) Sat: 9:35–10:15 am: Advanced Blue Belt & up (Kata, Self-Defense & Weapons) Note: Intermediate & Advanced may attend 2x/wk DATE

DAY

MEETS

ALBANY RESIDENT

NONRES.

Jan 10–Feb 28

Sat

1-2x/week

$93

$103

Mar 7–Apr 25*

Sat

1-2x/week

$93

$103

Jan 10–Apr 25*

Sat

1-2x/week

$185

$195

Instructor: Sensei Dara Connolly & Black Belt team, (510) 847-2400, www.albanykarateforkids.com Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2 Albany Community Center, Hall (Apr 25) Min: 4; Max: 50

activity guide Winter/Spring 2015

*No class on Mar 21

Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PAGE 64

New!

Break Camps

NE W

Mid-Winter & Spring Break Camps Not going skiing? Not going to the beach? Keep those kids busy in one of these new camps. Sign-up early: we bet these will fill-up fast.

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Skyhawks Mini-Hawk Camp (Soccer, Baseball & Basketball)

Skyhawks Soccer Camp

AGES 4 – 6

This fun, skill-intensive program is designed for beginning to intermediate players. Using our progressive curriculum, campers will gain the technical skills, strategy and sports knowledge to take their next step into soccer. All participants receive a t-shirt, soccer ball and player evaluation. The participant-to-coach ratio is approximately 14:1.

AGES 6 – 1 2

This multi-sport program was developed to give children a positive first step into athletics. Baseball, basketball and soccer are taught in a safe, structured environment filled with lots of encouragement and a big focus on fun! Through games and activities, campers explore balance, hand/eye coordination, and skill development at their own pace. All participants receive a t-shirt, ball and player evaluation. Participant-to-coach ratio is 8:1. DATE

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

DATE

DAY

TIME

Apr 13–Apr 17

M–F

9 am–noon

NONRES.

Instructor: Skyhawks Staff Location: Ocean View Park Min: 10; Max: 24

Feb 16-Feb 20

M–F

9 am–noon

$149

$159

Apr 13-Apr 17

M–F

9 am–noon

$149

$159

Instructor: Skyhawks Staff Location: Memorial Park (February); Ocean View Park (April)

Skyhawks Baseball Camp

Min: 10; Max: 24

AGES 6 – 1 2

Skyhawks Flag Football Camp

NE W

AGES 6 – 1 2

Flag Football is a fun and safe introduction to “America’s Game”. Participants learn the fundamentals of passing, rushing, receiving and defense along with the rules, strategy and play-calls of the game. The camp ends with the Skyhawks Super Bowl, where campers show-off their new skills with their new friends. All participants receive a t-shirt, football, and player evaluation. Participant-to-coach ratio is 12:1. DATE

DAY

TIME

Feb 16–Feb 20

M–F

9 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$149

Instructor: Skyhawks Staff Location: Memorial Park, 1331 Portland Avenue, Albany Min: 10; Max: 24

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$149

NONRES.

$159

NE W

Skyhawks Baseball takes the rich history of the game from Cooperstown to your town. Local Skyhawks Staff use our progressional curriculum to teach the fundamentals of fielding, catching, throwing, hitting and base running in a fun, safe and positive environment. Athletes learn new baseball skills along with the essential rules, strategies and etiquette of America’s past-time. All participants receive a t-shirt and a player evaluation. Participant-to-coach ratio is 10:1. DATE

DAY

TIME

Feb 16–Feb 20

M–F

1–4 pm

NONRES.

Instructor: Skyhawks Staff Location: Memorial Park

$159

Min: 10; Max: 24

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$149

Skyhawks Beginning Golf Camp

NONRES.

$159

NE W

AGES 5 – 9

Using the SNAG (Starting New At Golf) system, participants learn the fundamentals of putting, chipping, pitching and driving in addition to the rules, etiquette and strategy of the game. Our progressive curriculum and modified equipment has simplified instruction so that young players can make an effective transition onto the golf course. All equipment is provided. All participants receive a t-shirt and merit award. Participant-to-coach ratio is 8:1. DATE

DAY

TIME

Apr 13–Apr 17

M–F

1–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$149

NONRES.

$159

Instructor: Skyhawks Staff Location: Ocean View Park Min: 10; Max: 24

City of Albany

recreation & community services 510 524-9283

Camp Preview

summer camp preview Get a jump on setting up summer activities for the youngsters in your household. Following is an early listing of camps offered next summer (a few more will be added in the Summer Guide). Programs fill up fast, so register early!

Registration: Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON OR PAGE FORM 64ON PAGE 64

activity guide Fall Winter/Spring 2013 2015

Camps

Skyhawks Sports About Skyhawks Sports Skyhawks Sports provides sports programs where children can discover and develop athletic skills and social values, such as teamwork, leadership and sportsmanship. Our programs are designed to give each child a positive experience in sports fostering a thirst for an active, healthy lifestyle and love of the game. From traditional summer camps to year-round clinics and leagues, Skyhawks has a program to fit the need of every child. With a variety of programs for ages 3–14 ranging from sport specific sport training to multi-sport introduction, Skyhawks has it all.

Please Note: Participants receive a Skyhawks Sport Ball, T-shirt and Player Evaluation Certificate. The Sport Ball varies depending on the camp and does not include Baseball and Track and Field. Participants should bring appropriate clothing, running shoes, two snacks (lunch for full day programs),a water bottle, and sunscreen. For more information on what to bring, visit www.skyhawks.com. Please pre-register at least one week prior to the first day of camp.

Skyhawks Soccer

Skyhawks Baseball

AGES 7 – 1 2

AGES 6 – 1 2

Learn the fundamentals of fielding, catching, throwing, hitting and base running in a fun, safe and positive environment. Athletes learn new baseball skills along with the essential rules, strategies and etiquette of America’s past-time. All participants receive a t-shirt and a player evaluation. Participantto-coach ratio is 10:1.

DATE

DAY

TIME

July 20–July 24

M–F

9 am–3 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$179

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

$189

July 13–July 17

M–F

9 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$149

Instructor: Skyhawks Staff Location: Memorial Park, 1331 Portland Avenue, Albany

Min: 15; Max: 28

Min: 15; Max: 20

NONRES.

$159

Skyhawks Basketball AGES 7 – 1 2

This fun, skill-intensive program is designed for beginning to intermediate players. An active week of passing, shooting, dribbling, defense and rebounding makes this one of our most popular programs. All participants receive a t-shirt, basketball and player evaluation. Participant-to-coach ratio is 10:1. DATE

DAY

June 22–June 26 M–F

TIME

9 am–3 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$179

NONRES.

$189

Instructor: Skyhawks Staff Location: Albany High School Gym Min: 15; Max: 20

Mini-Hawk: Soccer, Baseball, Basketball AGES 4 – 6

Baseball, basketball and soccer are taught in a safe, structured environment filled with lots of encouragement and a big focus on fun! Through games and activities, campers explore balance, hand/eye coordination and skill development at their own pace. Participants receive a t-shirt, ball and merit award. Participant-to-coach ratio is 8:1. DATE

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

June 15–June 19 M–F

9 am–noon

$149

$159

July 27–July 31

M–F

9 am–noon

$149

$159

Aug 10–Aug 14

M–F

9 am–noon

$149

$159

Instructor: Skyhawks Staff Location: Memorial Park, 1331 Portland Avenue, Albany Min: 15; Max: 24

City of Albany

recreation & community services 510 524-9283

Skyhawks Beginning Golf (SNAG)

Skyhawks Track & Field

AGES 6 – 1 2

AGES 5 – 9

AGES 6 – 1 2

Flag Football is a fun and safe introduction to “America’s Game”. Participants learn the fundamentals of passing, rushing, receiving and defense along with the rules, strategy and play-calls of the game. The camp ends with the Skyhawks Super Bowl, where campers show-off their new skills with their new friends. All participants receive a t-shirt, football and player evaluation. Participant-to-coach ratio is 10:1

Skyhawks Track & Field combines technical development, fundamental techniques, and safety with a major focus on fun! Using special equipment, our staff covers the fundamentals of running sprints, mid-distance events and relays; along with long jump, shot put, javelin and discus. All participants receive a t-shirt and a merit award. The participantto-coach ratio is approximately 12:1.

DATE

DAY

TIME

July 6–July 10

M–F

9 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$149

NONRES.

$159

Instructor: Skyhawks Staff Location: Memorial Park, 1331 Portland Avenue, Albany

NE W

Lacrosse combines basic skills used in soccer, basketball and hockey into one fast-paced game. Athletes will learn the fundamentals of stick handling, cradling, passing, and shooting in a fun, non-checking environment. Sticks, gloves and helmet are provided. All participants receive a t-shirt, and a player evaluation. Participant-to-coach ratio is 10:1. DAY

TIME

June 29–July 3

M–F

9 am–noon

TIME

M–F

9 am–noon

$149

$159

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$149

NONRES.

$159

Instructor: Skyhawks Staff Location: Memorial Park, 1331 Portland Avenue, Albany Min: 15; Max: 24

DATE

DAY

TIME

Aug 3–Aug 7

M–F

9 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

DAY

TIME

M–F

9 am–noon

NE W

Skyhawks Cheerleading AGES 6 – 1 2

The fundamental skills of volleyball are taught through game-speed drills and daily scrimmages that focus on passing, setting, hitting and serving. This co-ed program is designed for the beginning and intermediate player. All participants receive a t-shirt, volleyball and player evaluation. The participant-tocoach ratio is approximately 10:1!

July 27–Aug 1

$159

Min: 15; Max: 20

AGES 7 – 1 2

DATE

$149

NONRES.

Instructor: Skyhawks Staff Location: Cougar Field Track, Albany Middle School

Min: 15; Max: 20

Skyhawks Volleyball

AGES 7 – 1 2

DATE

DAY

Aug 3–Aug 7

NONRES.

Instructor: Skyhawks Staff Location: Memorial Park, 1331 Portland Avenue, Albany

Min: 15; Max: 24

Skyhawks Lacrosse

DATE

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$149

NONRES.

$159

Instructor: Skyhawks Staff Location: Albany Middle School Gym, 1259 Brighton Avenue

Skyhawks Cheerleading Camp teaches the essential skills to lead crowds and support the home team! Each cheerleader learns proper hand and body movements and jumping techniques. The week concludes with a choreographed performance. All participants receive pom-poms, a t-shirt and a merit award. Participant-to-coach ratio is 10:1. DATE

DAY

TIME

July 6–July 10

M–F

9 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$149

NONRES.

$159

Instructor: Skyhawks Staff Location: Memorial Park, 1331 Portland Avenue, Albany Min: 15; Max: 24

Min: 15; Max: 20

Winter/Spring 2015

Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PAGE 64

camps

Skyhawks Flag Football

Camps

Sports

tw e e n s c a m p : AGES 6 – 1 1

June 15–June 19 M–F

TIME

10 am–noon

$120

NONRES.

$130

10 am–noon

$120

$130

June 29–July 3

M–F

10 am–noon

$120

$130

July 6–July 10

M–F

10 am–noon

$120

$130

July 13–July 17

M–F

10 am–noon

$120

$130

July 20–July 24

M–F

10 am–noon

$120

$130

July 27–July 31

M–F

10 am–noon

$120

$130

Aug 3–Aug 7

M–F

10 am–noon

$120

$130

Aug 10–Aug 14

M–F

10 am–noon

$120

$130

Aug 17–Aug 21

M–F

10 am–noon

$120

$130

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

June 15–June 19 M–F

1–3 pm

$120

$130

June 22–June 26 M–F

1–3 pm

$120

$130

June 29–July 3

M–F

1–3 pm

$120

$130

July 6–July 10

M–F

1–3 pm

$120

$130

July 13–July 17

M–F

1–3 pm

$120

$130

July 20–July 24

M–F

1–3 pm

$120

$130

July 27–July 31

M–F

1–3 pm

$120

$130

Aug 3–Aug 7

M–F

1–3 pm

$120

$130

Aug 10–Aug 14

M–F

1–3 pm

$120

$130

Aug 17–Aug 21

M–F

1–3 pm

Instructor: John Fry & Staff Location: Memorial Park Tennis Courts

$120

$130

DATE

DAY

TIME

July 13–July 17

M–F

9 am–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$214

NONRES.

$224

Instructor: Challenger Sports Staff Location: Ocean View Park, 900 Buchanan, Albany Min: 6; Max: 20

A truly memorable experience! Host a coach for the week of camp and you and your family will not only receive a cultural insight into international life but also an $80 rebate Call Lee (916) 596-1664 if you are interested.

British Soccer: First Kicks A fun introduction to the basic elements of the game. Small coaching groups, lots of running, kicking, laughing and new friends. Camp meets one hour per day. TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

July 13–July 17

M–F

9–10 am

$88

$98

July 13–July 17

M–F

10–11 am

$88

$98

Gymnastics and More Ages 3–5.5

This camp is designed to introduce young children to the sport of gymnastics. Children will learn beginning gymnastics and tumbling skills, working on bars, low balance beams, mini-trampolines, vaulting blocks and barrels and incline mates. Each day, your child will also participate in many other group activities including ball games, music activities and parachute and relay and circuit races. Students will be introduced to strength and flexibility exercises with fun and challenging games. During the child's rest time, they will explore a variety of craft projects and other hands on activities. Note: One week pre-registration prior to camp start date required.

Instructor: Challenger Sports Staff Location: Ocean View Park, 900 Buchanan, Albany

DATE

DAY

Min: 8; Max: 24

Aug 17–Aug 21

M–F 9:30 am–12:30 pm

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$195

NONRES.

$205

Instructor: California Gymnastic Services Location: Albany Community Center, Hall

British Soccer: Half Day Camp

t e e n s c a m p : AGES 1 2 – 1 6 DAY

A more advanced camp for serious players. Elite camps focus on game-related techniques, tactical development and coached match play. Camp meets for six hours per day and players should bring a lunch and water with them to camp.

AGES 1 0 - 1 8

AGES 3 – 5

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

June 22–June 26 M–F

DATE

AGES 3 – 1 8

HOS T A COACH !

Camps are geared toward developing the young tennis player who needs to learn or improve their basic strokes and strategy. Focus is on learning, fitness, and competition in a fun environment. Instructor will break-down participants to groups based on their skills/experience. Bring one unopened can of tennis balls.

DAY

British Soccer: Full Day Camp

Challenger Sports British Soccer Camps provide young players with a fantastic opportunity to receive highlevel coaching from a team of Professional British coaches in the heart of our community! Each camp offers age and ability specific programs to cater to all children, built around the 1,000 touches curriculum. Each child receives a camp t-shirt and ball. For more information visit www.challengersports.com.

Tennis Camps for Tweens & Teens

DATE

Challenger Sports: British Soccer Camps

Min: 6; Max: 16

AGES 6 – 1 6

Emphasis is placed upon individual skill development, fundamental tactics and player confidence through the Challenger Sports 1,000 touches curriculum. Camp ends each day in the ever popular Camp World Cup! ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

July 13–July 17

M–F

9 am–noon

$155

$165

July 13–July 17

M–F

1–4 pm

$155

$165

Instructor: Challenger Sports Staff Location: Ocean View Park, 900 Buchanan, Albany Min: 6; Max: 20

Youth Fencing Camp Ages 7–12

This camp is tailored to introduce the sport of fencing to children. No experience is required. Activities include technical and tactical drills, footwork and fun, fencing games. All equipment is provided. Please pack a lunch and healthy snack, wear long, comfortable pants, athletic shoes and bring a full water bottle. Extended care may be arranged. DATE

Min: 4; Max: 16

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

June 15–June 19 M–F

9 am–3 pm

$389

June 22–Jun 26

M–F

9 am–3 pm

$389

$399 $399

July 6–July 10

M–F

9 am–3 pm

$389

$399

July 13–July 17

M–F

9 am–3 pm

$389

$399

July 20–July 24

M–F

9 am–3 pm

$389

$399

Instructor: Karen Ladenheim-Martos, (510) 528-5110 Location: Sport Fencing Center, 5221 Central Avenue #9, Richmond (Off-site) Min: 3; Max: 20

City of Albany

recreation & community services 510 524-9283

camps

Digital Arts

Beginning to Advanced Video Game Design

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Ages 9–13

DAY

TIME

July 27–July 31

M–F

1–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$205

Filmmaking: From Script to Premiere

NONRES.

Ages 6–9

Ages 8–12

$215

Learn how to create and design a unique and interactive introductory video game with Freshi Game Design! Younger game developers work in pairs to conceive, design and build their own original computer game. Students will learn fun techniques like creating characters and levels and making their characters fly and bounce around the game screen.

Learn the secrets of filmmaking in a fun, relaxed and engaging atmosphere! Using handheld video cameras and editing software, students produce an original film, integrating simple special effects, sound effects and a musical score. Students learn about the entire filmmaking process and learn skills in production, directing, story development, acting and more! Films can be uploaded on a flash drive and shared with friends and family.

Instructor: Freshi Films Staff Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2 Min: 10; Max: 15

Animation Creators: Stop Motion Workshop!

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Ages 7–12

Work with your favorite toys to create fun and original stop motion animations! Students work together to create an original story through animation. Basic concepts such as camera angles, storyboards, scripting elements and theme will be introduced. Students will also do voiceover work for their animation and add a musical score to their completed project. DATE

DAY

TIME

July 13–July 17

M–F

1–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$205

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Video Game Design for Youngsters

NONRES.

$215

Instructor: Freshi Films Staff Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2 Min: 10; Max: 15

activity guide Winter/Spring 2015

DATE

DAY

TIME

July 27–July 31

M–F

9 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$205

NONRES.

$215

Instructor: Freshi Films Staff Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2 Min: 10; Max: 15

Animation Creators: 3D Design & Rendering

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In Freshi Media’s exciting 3D Animation Class, students will use Blender Software to learn how to create short 3D Animations using primary objects (cubes, spheres and cylinders). Once they are familiar with the animation process, students will dive into 3D Modeling, which includes creating geometric faces, vertices, and edges. They will also learn how to create their own basic 3D Creature! DAY

TIME

Aug 3–Aug 7

M–F

9 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$205

DAY

TIME

Aug 3–Aug 7

M–F

1–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$205

NONRES.

$215

Instructor: Freshi Films Staff Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2 Min: 10; Max: 15

Tech Builders: App Design for PC

Ages 10–14

DATE

NE W

Ages 8–12

The Freshi Media App Design class is a fun and exciting introduction for students who want to learn different aspects of computer based App Design. Utilizing Multimedia Fusion 2 software, students work closely with instructors to create individual computer based apps. Students will complete one app project by the end of class!

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

$215

July 13–July 17

M–F

9 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Instructor: Freshi Films Staff Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2

Min: 10; Max: 15

Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PAGE 64

$205

NONRES.

$215

camps

Special Interest

Kids’ Carpentry Camp Ages 5–12

Kids have enjoyed working with wood and learning how to use hand tools in Kids’ Carpentry since 1982. Boys and girls are encouraged to develop problemsolving skills while building their own cool projects using applied math and fractions. They are also introduced to a wide range of woodworking hand tools, safety, and craftsmanship. Projects include supertops, boats, clocks, games, doll furniture, bird-feeders and many other projects to choose from. Our goal is to empower the students to become independent thinkers! This program may be taken year round with different projects offered each session. Our motto is: “Building confidence and teaching with respect and humor in a safe and happy environment.” DATE

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

July 20–July 23 M–Th

9:30–11 am

$114

$124

July 20–July 23 M–Th

11 am–12:30 pm

$114

$124

July 20–July 23 M–Th

12:30–2 pm

$114

$124

Aug 10–Aug 13

M–Th

9:30–11 am

$114

$124

Aug 10–Aug 13

M–Th

11 am–12:30 pm

$114

$124

Aug 10–Aug 13

M–Th

12:30–2 pm

$114

$124

Instructor: Director Michael Glass & his talented wife Jeab, (510) 524-9232, www.kidscarpentry.com Location: Albany Community Center, Craft Room Min: 6; Max: 11

Super Chef Basics for Teens

Write On! Summer Writing Lab

Ages 12–16

Ages 8–12

Get confident in the kitchen! This dairy-free, glutenfree cooking class includes both meat and vegan options for each recipe. We will broil, sautee, steam, bake and ferment fresh whole foods. This class features safe knife skills and an overview of nutritional benefits of featured ingredients by a certified nutrition consultant. To become a Super Chef, we will vary ingredients each week to build confidence in the students with the techniques. $20 material fee paid to instructor. Note: One week pre-registration prior to camp start date required. Day 1: Quick Broil and Salads; Day 2: Sauerkraut and Spring Rolls; Day 3: Nut Milk, Baked goods and Smoothies; Day 4: Sauteed Vegetables and lenti Soup; Day 5: Tortillas and Tamales

Albany Middle School English teacher Abby Skrivan, MA, offers week-long, intensive creative writing workshops for kids. These small classes offer a fun, supportive learning environment for writing, reading and learning from each other. The participants will have the opportunity to form an intimate, student-directed writing community as they develop and deepen their mastery of the writing process. Students will take part in a wide range of writing exercises, including cooperative games, observational writing, poetry, story writing and peer-editing. This unforgettable week will culminate in the writing and production of a bound “literary journal” of their favorite work. Note: Students who attended in the summer of 2014 are encouraged to attend! Second and thirdyear students will deepen the progress made and take their writing to a new level! Attending multiple sessions is also encouraged. Each week will focus on different skills and writing strategies.

DATE

DAY

TIME

Aug 3–Aug 7

M–F

9:30–11:30 am

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$164

Instructor: Ilah Jarvis, NC Location: Albany Community Center, Kitchen Min: 3; Max: 9

DATE

Art Intensive Camps Ages 5–9

Explore different forms of art making using clay, drawing, painting, and textile sculpture. We start with wet clay, which we sculpt, paint with glazes, and melt glass into unique art works to take home at the end of camp. While the clay dries, we'll make 'sock creatures' from our wild imaginations! Join the fun with our local Albany artist Paquerette! $10 material fee paid to instructor. DATE

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

June 15–June 19 M–F

1:30–4 pm

$167

$177

July 6–July 10

M–F

1:30–4 pm

$167

$177

Jul 27–Jul 31

M–F

1:30–4 pm

$167

$177

Aug 3–Aug 7

M–F

1:30–4 pm

$167

$177

Aug 17–Aug 21

M–F

1:30–4 pm

$167

$177

Instructor: Paquerette Clark Location: Albany Community Center, Craft Room Min: 5; Max: 12

$154

NONRES.

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

June 15–June 19 M–F

9 am–noon

$164

June 15–June 19 M–F

1–4 pm

$164

$174

June 22–June 26 M–F

9 am–noon

$164

$174

June 22–June 26 M–F June 29–July 3

M–F

$174

1–4 pm

$164

$174

9 am–noon

$164

$174

June 29–July 3

M–F

1–4 pm

$164

$174

July 6–July 10

M–F

9 am–noon

$164

$174

July 6–July 10

M–F

1–4 pm

$164

$174

July 13–July 17

M–F

9 am–noon

$164

$174

July 13–July 17

M–F

1–4 pm

$164

$174

Instructor: Abby Skrivan, MA Location: Albany Middle School, Room 203 Min: 6; Max: 20

Concert Band Camp

Ages 10–16

G rad es 5 th – 9 th ( In co m in g )

A repertoire class for the advanced string player looking for a fun and challenging ensemble experience, learning the finer points of string and ensemble technique.

This class is designed for students with 1+ years of band experience. This week long camp will include two concert bands, master classes, sectionals and full band rehearsals. Camp is geared for the level of students who are in 5th grade band through 8th grade band. The week will culminate in a grand finale concert at Albany High School on Friday, June 19, at noon.

DATE

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

June 15–July 10 M–F 11:30 am–12:20 pm 20x

$250

NONRES.

$260

Instructor: Dennie Mehocich Location: Cornell Elementary School, Library Min: 5; Max: 25

Albany String Academy Looking for something challenging, fun, creative and beautiful for kids to do next summer? Want your child to acquire a skill that improves analytical, critical thinking, fine motor, organizational and artistic abilities, something they can take with them and make friends for life along the way? Then come on board with the Albany String Academy. Founded by professional violinist, string teacher and director Dennie Mehocich, classes at the Academy are for those who want to get the best start in string playing through a classroom ensemble format, learning from an experienced string professional, building a solid foundation in the fundamentals of good string playing. Classes meet daily, M-F for four weeks, ending with a public performance. Note: Students must provide their own or rental instrument. You must speak with the instructor before you procure an instrument for your string-playing child. There will be a meeting on the first day of camp for parents and children.

Beginners Plus Ages 7–12

An ensemble for elementary and middle school string players with approximately 1.5–3 years of study. DAY

June 15–July 10 M–F

TIME

10:30–11:20 am

DAY

June 15–June 19 M–F

Ages 6–16

DATE

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

20x

$250

TIME

9 am–12:30 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Young Beginners Strings

Instructor: Craig Bryant & Richard Chisholm Location: Albany High School, Band & Choir Room

Ages 4.5–9

Min: 20; Max: 200

For younger players with essentially no previous string-playing experience and high interest. Students should be able to use buttons on clothing and tie own shoes (exhibit good fine motor skills). DATE

DAY

June 15–July 10 M–F

TIME

9:30–10:20 am

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

20x

$250

NONRES.

$260

Instructor: Dennie Mehocich Location: Cornell Elementary School, Library Min: 5; Max: 15

Vocal Music Camp in co m in g 6 th – 10 th G rad e rs

This camp is designed for all levels of singers, from the very basic to the well-seasoned. The choir camp will include music in a variety of styles (choral classical, Broadway, pop, world-music) and we will work on choral, small-ensemble, and solo techniques. You'll get to work with master teachers as well as the directors to learn about and develop healthy vocal techniques in any style. You'll also get the basics on sight-reading and music theory. The week will culminate in a final concert at Albany High School on Friday, August 14, 1 pm.

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

$260

Aug 10–Aug 14

M–F

8:30 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Instructor: Dennie Mehocich Location: Cornell Elementary School, Library

Instructor: Mary Stocker & Assistant Location: Albany High School, Band & Choir Rooms

Min: 5; Max: 15

Min: 5; Max: 180

$145

$164

NONRES.

$174

Jazz Band Camp G rad es 6 th – 10 th ( in co m in g )

This camp is designed for students with 2+ years of band and/or jazz band experience who can play one octave scales on their instruments as a minimum requirement. The week long camp will include two jazz bands, master classes, improvisation workshops and instruction on how to practice jazz fundamentals (scales and patterns). For rhythm section instruments, it is highly encouraged that students be able to read music. The week will culminate in a final concert at Albany High School on Friday, June 26, at noon. DATE

DAY

June 22–June 26 M–F

TIME

9 am–12:30 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$164

NONRES.

$174

Instructor: Craig Bryant and Richard Chisholm Location: Albany High School, Band & Choir Room Min: 5; Max: 180

NONRES.

$155

camps

Music

Junior String Orchestra

camps

Play-Well: Jedi Engineering with LEGO®

Engineering FUNdamentals Camps with Play-Well TEKnologies

Engineering

We use LEGO® System and Technic products to teach engineering.

ENGINEERING CAMPS:

The courses offered on this page utilize LEGO® products as a learning tool. LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO® Group of companies and is mentioned for informational purposes only. The LEGO® Group of companies is not affiliated with or a sponsor of these courses. No endorsement or sponsorship of these courses by the LEGO® Group of companies is implied.

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Mine, Craft, Build: Adventure Game using LEGO®

Take a “crash course” in Demolition Derby, enter the Sumo Wrestling Competition, design a Mighty Metropolis, challenge the Battle Track, build and race a locomotive faster than a speeding Worm Drive. Use LEGO® building components to explore concepts in physics, mechanical engineering, structural engineering and architecture while playing with your favorite creations. Children will be given instruction, design challenges, and competitions appropriate to their facility with LEGO® Technic and System components. Each session will include directed projects with instruction, performance-oriented projects with guidance, and free-building time to construct that “Really Great Project” with huge quantities of LEGO®. These are fun, challenging, hands-on, and minds-on camps suitable for LEGO® novices to “maniacs.” Returning students will work on new projects. For more information on Play-Well’s Camps, visit www.play-well.org.

AGES 5 – 6

Bring Minecraft to life using LEGO®! Resourcefulness, creativity, and cooperation come together in this unique building adventure game; roll the dice to mine for resources, and use these resources to build special items to help in our adventures! Build a Zoo, create a Medieval Castle, and design a Tree House Village! This LEGO® experience is an original game designed by Play-Well instructors inspired by the popular game, Minecraft. Students will have a blast, even without any prior experience with Minecraft or LEGO®. DATE

Aug 10–Aug 14

DAY

TIME

M– F

9 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$199

NONRES.

$209

Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies Location: Albany Community Center, Hall

AGES 7 – 1 2

Power up your engineering skills with Play-Well TEKnologies and tens of thousands of LEGO®! Apply real-world concepts in physics, engineering, and architecture through engineer-designed projects such as arch bridges, skyscrapers, motorized cars, and the Battletrack! Design and build as never before, and explore your craziest ideas in a supportive environment. The experienced instructor will challenge new and returning students to engineer at the next level. DATE

DAY

June 22–June 26 M–F

Min: 11; Max: 24

Robotics using LEGO® WeDo

NE W

TIME

1–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$199

NONRES.

$209

Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies Location: Albany Community Center, Hall

Build and program robots in this introductory Robotics class using the LEGO® WeDo System. Learn basic programming skills, simple engineering concepts, and the names of robot components. Work in small groups to complete several projects using tilt and motion sensors. This is a great way to prepare young robotics enthusiasts for our more advanced robotics programs. DATE

DAY

TIME

July 6–July 10

M–F

9 am–noon

Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies Location: Albany Community Center, Hall

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$259

NONRES.

$269

AGES 5 – 6

Let your imagination run wild with tens of thousands of LEGO®! Build engineer-designed projects such as boats, bridges, mazes and motorized cars, and use special pieces to create your own unique design! Explore the endless creative possibilities of the LEGO® building system with the guidance of an experienced Play-Well instructor. This is an ideal way to prepare young builders for the challenge of Engineering FUNdamentals. DATE

DAY

June 22–June 26 M–F

TIME

9 am–noon

Young Jedi will explore worlds far, far away and engineering principles right in front of them. Defeat the Empire by designing and refining X-Wings, R2-units and settlements on far-flung edges of the galaxy. Imagination and engineering combine to create motorized and architectural projects such as energy catapults shield generators and defense turrets. DATE

DAY

TIME

July 20–July 24

M–F

9 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$199

NONRES.

$209

Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies Location: Albany Community Center, Hall Min: 11; Max: 24

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Play-Well: Jedi Master Engineering using LEGO® AGES 7 – 1 2

The Force is strong in this class. Build complex machines and structures based on the best designs from a galaxy far, far away. Projects include X-Wings, AT-AT walkers, Pod Racers, Star Destroyers, Cloud Cities, settlements and fortresses. Play-Well’s Jedi instructors reinforce key engineering concepts such as gear trains, worm drives, pneumatics, eccentric motion and more as students tap into the powerful forces of imagination and engineering. DATE

DAY

TIME

July 20–July 24

M–F

1–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$199

NONRES.

$209

Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies Location: Albany Community Center, Hall Min: 11; Max: 24

Mine, Craft, Build: Survival Game using LEGO®

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AGES 7 – 1 2

Min: 11; Max: 24

Play-Well: Pre-Engineering

AGES 6 – 8

Min: 8; Max: 16

Play-Well: Engineering FUNdamentals

AGES 5 – 6

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$199

NONRES.

Bring Minecraft to life using LEGO®! Resourcefulness, creativity, and cooperation come together in this unique building adventure game; roll the dice to mine for resources, craft tools, and watch out for Creepers! This ultimate LEGO® Minecraft experience is an original game designed by Play-Well instructors, using gameplay elements and characters inspired by the popular Minecraft video game. Students will have a blast, even without any prior experience with Minecraft or LEGO®. DATE

Aug 10–Aug 14

DAY

TIME

M– F

1–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$199

NONRES.

$209

Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies Location: Albany Community Center, Hall Min: 11; Max: 24

$209

Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies Location: Albany Community Center, Hall Min: 11; Max: 24

City of Albany

recreation & community services 510 524-9283

Secret Agent Lab

Science

AGES 9 – 1 4

Build and program robots using the LEGO® Mindstorms NXT system! Learn about mechanical and software design, loops, conditional statements, problem solving, and teamwork skills. Work in small groups, program and build your robot, and rise to the challenge. Control the robot to avoid obstacles, pick up and carry objects, and play sounds. Projects are structured so that students work in an open-ended, investigative environment while having fun. DATE

DAY

TIME

July 6–July 10

M–F

1–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$259

NONRES.

Inventor’s Academy

$269

Ages 7–1 1

Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies Location: Albany Community Center, Hall Min: 8; Max: 16

LEGO® Robotics Camp Ages 8–13

This basic introduction Lego Robotics Camp uses robot building and computer programming to teach science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) concepts within a team problem/solution recreational setting. Through the use of the LEGO® Mindstorms NXT 2.0 kit, NXT-G software, and laptop computers, the camp experience is designed to be hands-on and lab research activity based. All equipment and supplies are provided for use. Although some participants may have had experience with general LEGO® kits, simple robot building and simple programming assume no prior experience. After introductory training, students will be able to program autonomous robot STEM lab tasks (challenges) and games. Peter Margolis is a California credentialed middle and high school teacher. Academically, he holds three masters degrees in Recreation Administration, MBA, and Education. Currently, he is on the advisory board for the Richmond High School Engineering Academy. ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

July 20–July 24

M–F

1:30–4:30 pm

$179

$189

Aug 10–Aug 14

M–F

1:30–4:30 pm

$179

$189

Instructor: Peter Margolis Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2 Min: 10; Max: 22

Ages 6–10

The Mad Science Secret Agent Camp is a fun journey into the world of detection, spy science and forensics. Campers will examine the science behind the spy tools made famous by the world’s greatest spies! We will reconstruct activities using scientific methods and use the science of cryptology to send and decode secret messages. Kids will get a chance to see what can’t be seen by the naked eye and will follow in Sherlock’s steps to learn what tracks can tell us! Join the Mad Science Bureau of Investigations to help foil a burglary using state-of-the art security techniques!

Each day campers are given a series of challenges they must overcome using basic materials, simple machines, tips from world famous inventors and the most important thing of all–their minds. The camp involves a team-based approach to solving problems but will also include projects like building your own Light Saber, Rocket Launcher and more. Discover and Create! $15 lab fee paid to the instructor. DATE

DAY

TIME

June 29–July 3

M–F

1–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$180

NONRES.

$190

Instructor: Mad Science Staff Location: Marin Elementary School, Multi-Purpose Room Min: 8; Max: 20

Crazy Chemistry Ages 6–10

Explore and create exciting chemical reactions! In this camp we’ll learn about the chemistry of our everyday lives. We’ll make colorful concoctions and bubbling brews, study the chemistry involved in not-so-simple things like chalk and soap and even experiment with the chemistry used by artists, spies and detectives. DATE

DAY

June 22–June 26 M–F

TIME

1–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$180

Instructor: Mad Science Staff Location: Marin Elementary School, Multi-Purpose Room Min: 8; Max: 20

NONRES.

$190

DATE

DAY

June 22–June 26 M–F

TIME

9 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$180

NONRES.

$190

Instructor: Mad Science Staff Location: Marin Elementary School, Multi-Purpose Room Min: 8; Max: 20

My First Lab: Preschool Ages 4–6

Become a junior Mad Scientist! This camp is a great introduction to science. Preschoolers explore their sense of sight, sound, smell, taste and touch. Children use a magnifying glass to discover the world of creepy crawly creatures. Explore the science of the sea and the fascinating creatures that live there. Campers become paleontologists by searching for fossils and participating in a mini dinosaur dig. Finally, take an exciting mission with Mad Science to explore the planets, moons and stars. Take-home projects included each day! DATE

DAY

TIME

June 29–July 3

M–F

9 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Instructor: Mad Science Staff Location: Albany Community Center, EOC Room Min: 8; Max: 12

$180

NONRES.

$190

camps

NE W

Robotics using LEGO® NXT

Friendship Club

HE FRIENDSHIP CLUB is the City of Albany’s after-school recreation program for children grades 1–5 attending Albany schools (Marin, Cornell and Ocean View). The program provides a well-supervised environment for children to make friends, enhance self-esteem and develop social skills. Friendship Club offers a variety of activities from outdoor/indoor games of a non-competitive nature, age appropriate arts and crafts, arcade and video games, afternoon snack as well as a daily homework period. The program fosters an atmosphere that allows children to be entertained in a safe after-school setting. Program hours are 1:55 pm to 6:00 pm, Monday through Friday, with a capacity of 65 students at our Ocean View site and a 50 student capacity at our Memorial Park site. A minimum attendance of three days per week is required; morning care and drop-in service are not available. Program accommodations are on a first-come, first-served basis until all spots are filled.

Friendship Club Fees Fees include daily transportation from Albany elementary schools to Friendship Club. An initial deposit of $150 is required at the time of registration for new students, $50 of which is a non-refundable processing fee and the remaining $100 is applied toward the first month of tuition (with the balance billed later). A $10 monthly fee will be added for non-Albany residents. Please note: If your child attends our program on Wednesdays and are released from school at 3 pm, a $15 fee will be added to your monthly bill.

SPRING Enrollment Contact Brad for enrollment openings. 3 days/week 4 days/week 5 days/week

1:55–6 pm $275/month $350/month $428/month

3–6 pm $196/month $246/month $312/month

Friendship Club Brad Griffith, Recreation Supervisor 900 Buchanan Street (Ocean View Park) 1331 Portland Avenue (Memorial Park) (510) 559-7220

February 16–20 • Mon–Fri • 8 am–6 pm Weekly fee: $210 for Albany residents; $220 non-residents Children ages 6–12 (grades 1–5)

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

Trip to Albany Bowl Trip to Pump It Up Trip to Cordnices Creek Park Trip to Chuck E. Chesse On-Site Movie & Ice Cream

*Full-week service only for camps. Drop-in service not available. Scheduled trips are subject to change. 10-child minimum.

2015 Summer CAMP Children ages 6–12 (grades 1–5) • Mon–Fri • 8 am–6 pm Weekly fee: $210 for Albany residents; $220 non-residents Ocean View Park, 900 Buchanan Street June 22–26, June 29–July 3

re nt o u r Me mo ri a l Pa rk Fa c i l i t y

July 6–10, July 13–17, July 20–24, July 27–31 August 3–7, August 10–14, August 17–21

Trips are scheduled on Tuesdays and Thursdays each week and Fridays are on-site movie days. Morning and afternoon snack provided. For more information about the camp please contact Brad Griffith at (510) 559-7220. To register, please contact the Albany Recreation and Community Services Department at (510) 524-9283. Camps fill-up fast, call today!

activity guide Winter/Spring 2015

Now you can rent the Memorial Park Facility for your next youth party! This facility is great place for a birthaday party featuring a TV, pool table, foosball table, outdoor patio, kitchen area and Memorial Park playground right out the door.

Available: Saturdays & Sundays Ages: 2–12 years (Ratio of Adults to Children 10:1) Hours: 10 am–7 pm (4-hour minimum) Rate: Albany residents: $44 per hour; Nonresidents: $51 per hour Capacity: 40 Refundable Deposit: $350 Contact Nick Jordan to schedule your rental 559-7225.

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Friendship Club

M i d -W i n t e r C A M P 2 0 1 5 *

TeenS@842

Teens@842 We offer daily after-school programs for youth grades 6–8, providing a well-supervised environment to play, learn, make friends, enhance self-esteem and develop social skills. Teens@842 offers a variety of activities including indoor/outdoor games, healthy snacks and a supervised homework period Monday–Thursday. At the Teens@842 we empower youth to grow intellectually, creatively and emotionally in a safe, supervised environment. Program hours are 3–6 pm, Monday–Friday (2:10–6 pm, Wednesday). A minimum attendance of three days per week is required. Teens@842 staff accompanies participants on the short walk from Albany Middle School to Teens@842.

*Activity schedule subject to change

SPRING Teens@842 Fees

Teens@842

3 days/week*: $210/month 4 days/week*: $288 month 5 days/week*: $360/month

842 Masonic Avenue @ The Annex Johanna Jenkins, Recreation Leader (510) 525-0576 jjenkins@albanyca.org

*Holidays, in-service days and winterand spring breaks not included.

TIME

ACTIVITY

3:10 pm

Pick-up participants at AMS

3:30–4 pm

Check-in, snacks and free play

4–5 pm

Planned activity (art, crafts, cooking or game)

5–6 pm

Homework time

5:30–6 pm

Quiet indoor games, free play, continued homework time

6 pm

Teens@842 closes

City of Albany

recreation & community services 510 524-9283

Girl's Sports Rock

Being part of a team while making new friends and learning new skills does a girl good! There is a long list of benefits for girls who participate in sports. Being involved in sports can boost self-esteem by improving confidence, physical strength, and leadership skills. Participating in sports reduces high-risk behaviors like smoking, drinking and drug use. Participating is sports can also reduce symptoms of stress and depression as well as improve mental ability and concentration. What are you waiting for?! Get involved in sports with any of your local and/or regional agencies that offer sports for girls. The City of Albany offers soccer, tennis, volleyball, baseball, golf, basketball, flag football, fitness camps and more. For more information consult this Activity Guide or call the Recreation Department at 524-9283. You can also view the Activity Guide and register for classes online at www.albanyca.org/rec.

activity guide Winter/Spring 2015

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Adults

Ikebana Sogetsu School

Special Interest

A d u lt

Develop creative self-expression through flower arrangement. Learn the beauty of the simplicity of line and the use of space. Students will make arrangements using flowers and branches they bring to class each week. Individual assistance and demonstrations will be available during class time. No refunds after the first class meeting. $10 demonstration material fee paid to the instructor.

Calligraphy

DATE

DAY

TIME

NE W

Mah Jongg for Beginners (American Style)

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

A d u lt

These classes will teach you the basics of playing American Mah Jongg according to the National Mah Jongg League Guidelines. The focus will be on tile recognition, rules, strategy and lots of fun! This class is small with great attention to each person’s needs. The instructor will also show you the basics of choosing a Mah Jongg set and have lots of show and tell. This is also a great class to take if you are rusty and want to go back to the basics. $10 material fee paid to instructor.

Jan 8–Mar 26*

Thur

9:30 am–1 pm

10x

$174

$184

A d u lt

Apr 2–June 11*

Thur

9:30 am–1 pm

10x

$174

$184

Students will be taught an upper and lower case of a historic script. Then we take it into a modern application. Students will also learn simple book binding and embellish their work with hand carved rubber stamps. There will be a different script taught every class. Students will have to purchase basic supplies at local art stores.

Instructor: Soho Sakai Location: Albany Community Center, Hall

DATE

Jan 13–Feb 3

Tue

10 am–noon

$87

$97

Min: 15; Max: 50

Feb 24–Mar 17

Tue

10 am–noon

$87

$97

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

Jan 12–Mar 23*

Mon

3–5 pm

$90

$100

Mar 30–June 8*

Mon

3–5 pm

$90

$100

Instructor: Carla J. Tenret Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2 Min: 15; Max: 20 *No class on Jan 19, Feb 16, Apr 27 & May 25

Improv for Beginners-Or Just for Fun A d u lt

Improv can make you better at just about anything you do, or just make your life more enjoyable. Through simple, fun games you’ll learn to be more spontaneous and confident. This class is for beginners or any experienced improvisers who want to come and play. There’s no pressure to perform, just come ready to laugh and learn. The instructor has studied improv since 1998 and was a founding member of The Improvibles, a performance group at Pixar. ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

DATE

DAY

TIME

Jan 5–Apr 20*

Mon

6:30–8 pm

14x

$172

NONRES.

$182

Instructor: Craig Good, clgood@gmail.com, Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2 Min: 5; Max: 20

*No class on Jan 19 & Feb 16

Basic Drawing

*No class on Feb 26, Mar 19 & Apr 30

Residential Additions: Avoiding the Pitfalls Are you considering a large remodeling project or addition? Learn to maximize the benefits of your project and to avoid the most common pitfalls. Topics covered are planning, budgeting, understanding architectural drawings, and important items to include in your contract and how to have a successful relationship with your contractor. The instructor has specialized on residential design in the east bay for over 30 years and has taught seminars like this for over 20 years. ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

Jan 15

Thur

7–9 pm

$30

$40

Mar 12

Thur

7–9 pm

$30

$40

Instructor: Deborah Lane, Architect Location: Albany Community Center, EOC Room

NE W

Shard Mosaic A d u lt

Have fun breaking tile with local mosaic artist, Yvette Blancher and create your own, one of a kind work of art. Design a picture or surround a mirror with various ceramics from an eclectic pottery collection. All materials will be provided to glue, grout and finish your piece. $20 material fee paid to instructor. ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

Jan 6–Feb 3

Tue

10 am–noon

$120

$130

Feb 17–Mar 17

Tue

10 am–noon

$120

$130

Mon

6–8 pm

12x

$40

In this class, instruction in contour modeling for all levels will be provided. The instructor will develop formats tailored to each student’s ability to delineate the human form and provide demonstrations for ease of understanding. $7 material fee (for model) paid to instructor at each meeting. DATE

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

Jan 21–Mar 25

Wed

7–9 pm

10x

$84

$94

Apr 1–June 3

Wed

7–9 pm

10x

$84

$94

Instructor: Jack Katz Location: Albany Senior Center, South Room Min: 8; Max: 20

A d u lt

Students choose their own subject matter, which can be from a favorite photo or an object of beauty. We'll cover principles of perspective and form, and light & shadow, with observation of shading and detail. "If you can see you can draw".

Jan 26–Apr 20*

A d u lt

Japanese Brush Painting/Sumi-e

Min: 5; Max: 30

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

Figure Drawing

A d u lt

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Min: 6; Max: 8

DATE

DAY

TIME

Instructor: Toby Salk Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2

A d u lt

DATE

DAY

Instructor: Yvette Blancher Location: Albany Community Center, Craft Room

This class will teach students the fundamental techniques of sumi-e or suiboku and more about traditional style Japanese painting. In this small class, the instructor individually works with each student giving careful instructions and advice. In each session, class will learn the basic strokes by copying samples including calligraphy, use of sumi-ink and some colors and how to complete a Japanese brush painting with several procedures. Contact instructor for supply list and/or further information. DATE

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

Jan 8–Feb 12

Thur

10 am–noon

$136

$146

Mar 5–Apr 9

Thur

10 am–noon

$136

$146

Instructor: Fumiyo Yoshikawa, www.art@fumiyo-y.com Location: Albany Community Center, Craft Room

Min: 3; Max: 8

Min: 4; Max: 8

NONRES.

$45

Instructor: Shay Stephens Location: Albany Senior Center, South Room Min: 5; Max: 15

*No class on Feb 16

City of Albany

recreation & community services 510 524-9283

Low-Sugar Jam

ADU LT

Learn these three major cooking techniques to prepare everything from pork loin to fish. This class includes tips to prevent dry, tough or underdone meat, as well as, a list of recommended techniques and herbs suited for particular varieties of meat. $11 material fee paid to the instructor.

Jam doesn’t have to rely on sugar to thicken and act as a preservative. Learn alternative ways to protect and sweeten your jam with stevia, low-methoxyl pectin and safe canning tips. You can enjoy jam without all the sugar! $7 material fee paid to the instructor.

DATE

DAY

TIME

March 10

Tue

6:30–8 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$39

NONRES.

$49

Instructor: Ilah Jarvis Location: Albany Community Center, Kitchen

Indian Vegetarian Cooking

DATE

DAY

TIME

April 21

Tue

6:30–8 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

In this 3-hour workshop, students will be shown how to prepare mouth-watering vegetarian dishes from the cuisines of India. Menu includes: Spicy mixed vegetable kurma in a coconut-based stew; fried rice with cinnamon, cloves, nuts and raisins; stuffed bell pepper. At the end of the class, students can enjoy a multi-course meal. $8 material fee paid to instructor. DATE

DAY

TIME

January 24

Sat

10 am–1 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$40

NONRES.

$50

Instructor: Viji Sundaram Location: Albany Community Center, Kitchen Min: 5; Max: 15

Tortillas & Tamales ADU LT

Tamales are traditional holiday dish in Latin America. We will use masa to make tamales filled with a choice of beans, cheese or pork. Then we will make tortillas and guacamole as we wait for the tamales to steam. Both tamales and tortillas are easy to make and delicious. $9 material fee paid to the instructor. DATE

DAY

TIME

February 24

Tue

6:30–8 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$39

NONRES.

$49

Instructor: Ilah Jarvis Location: Albany Community Center, Kitchen Min: 3; Max: 10

$49

Instructor: Ilah Jarvis Location: Albany Community Center, Kitchen Min: 3; Max: 10

Min: 3; Max: 10

A d u lt

$39

NONRES.

NE W

Cultured Sauerkraut

Nutrition: Demystifying the Current Controversies

ADU LT

Cultured sauerkraut is deliciously rich in probiotics or “good bacteria” but a 16 oz jar can cost as much as $10. In this class, you can learn how to make a gallon for as little as $2 with a variety of vegetable and spice variations. Tips for making low-sodium kraut are included in this class. $7 material fee paid to the instructor.

With so much conflicting information in the news, you may be confused about making the best nutritional decisions. Paleo, fat, meat, raw milk, vegan, organic, salt, calories, cholesterol and supplements? Come learn the science, get the tools to understand your own biochemical individuality, and make the best choices. $3 snack fee paid to instructor.

DATE

DAY

TIME

March 17

Tue

6:30–8 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$39

NONRES.

$49

DATE

DAY

TIME

Jan 15–Mar 5

Thur

6:45–8:15 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$88

NONRES.

$98

Instructor: Ilah Jarvis Location: Albany Community Center, Kitchen

Instructor: Nori Hudson Location: Albany Senior Center, South Room, 846 Masonic Ave.

Min: 3; Max: 10

Min: 6; Max: 20

Season with Herbs & Spices ADU LT

No more boring home cooked meals! We will taste and smell a selection of herbs and spices and learn how to pair them to a variety of foods. This class is a live saver if you are avoiding salt, processed foods, or just want to be a better cook. $7 material fee paid to the instructor. DATE

DAY

TIME

March 24

Tue

6:30–8 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$39

NONRES.

$49

Instructor: Ilah Jarvis Location: Albany Community Center, Kitchen

Soups & Stews

Min: 3; Max: 10

ADU LT

Winter is the season for squash, beets and other root vegetables. These hearty vegetables are perfect for soup and stew, made with herbs, spices and chicken or vegetable broth. Learn how to put winter vegetables to work, to get you full and warm. $9 material fee paid to the instructor. DATE

DAY

TIME

March 3

Tue

6:30–8 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$39

NONRES.

$49

Instructor: Ilah Jarvis Location: Albany Community Center, Kitchen Min: 3; Max: 10

Delicious Vegetables ADU LT

Don’t drown your broccoli in ranch dressing! Learn how herbs and spices can turn greens into delicious sautés and salads. We will also use leafy herbs to make your green smoothies extra yummy, not bitter. $7 material fee paid to the instructor. DATE

DAY

TIME

March 31

Tue

6:30–8 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$39

NONRES.

$49

Instructor: Ilah Jarvis Location: Albany Community Center, Kitchen Min: 3; Max: 10

activity guide Winter/Spring 2015

Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PAGE 64

Adults

Cooking & Nutrition

Meat Preparation

Adults

Beginner Plus Line Dance

Dance

This class expands on the concepts and steps from the absolute beginner class. The students will learn slightly more challenging step combinations and turns. The instructor introduces the concepts of tags and restarts along with more syncopation. DATE

DAY

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

TIME

NONRES.

Jan 13–Feb 17

Tue

7–8:30 pm

$58

$68

Mar 3–Apr 14

Tue

7–8:30 pm

$66

$76

Instructor: Aimee Haire Location: Albany Community Center, Hall

Beginning/Intermediate Classical Ballet

Classical Guitar Technique

Min: 8; Max: 25

A g e s 1 6 – A d u lt

a d u lt s

Have you always wanted to dance but never had the chance or time until now? Do you want to come back to dancing after a long break? Maybe you want to do and learn something new and fun. This may be class for you. Start from nothing, or from where you are. We will dance & learn together. Bring ballet slippers. Leotard & tights for women. T-shirt & tights for men. Sweat pants and jackets are allowed over your other dance cloths. Hair should be up and away from the face for both men and women with long hair. Come join us! W e d n e s d ay DATE

DAY

Music

a d u lt

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

Beginning Japanese Butoh Dance a d u lt

Learn the fundamentals of Japanese Butoh Dance. Butoh is a contemporary dance that is performed with meditative, slow-motion, controlled movement phrases and gestures. Butoh requires a hyperawareness of one’s physical body, thoughts and feelings. It is in this space that the imagination and creative expression are unleashed. Each class will begin with warm-ups, followed by individual, partner and group improvisational exercises. Wear comfortable clothing and be prepared to dance in bare feet. DATE

DAY

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

TIME

NONRES.

Jan 7–Feb 25

Wed

7:15–8:45 pm

$110

$120

Jan 21–Feb 25

Wed

7–8:30 pm

$76

$86

Mar 4–Apr 22

Wed

7:15–8:45 pm

$110

$120

Mar 11–Apr 15

Wed

7–8:30 pm

$76

$86

F r i d ay ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

Jan 9–Feb 27

Fri

7–8:30 pm

$110

$120

Mar 6–Apr 24*

Fri

7–8:30 pm

$97

$107

W e d n e s d ay & F r i d ay

Instructor: Judith Kajiwara Location: Albany Community Center, EOC Room

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

TIME

NONRES.

Jan 10–Feb 21

Sat

10–11:30 am

$88

$98

Mar 7–Apr 25*

Sat

10–11:30 am

$88

$98

Instructor: Claude Sprague, (510) 859-4055, claude@theguitarinstructor.net Location: Albany Community Center, EOC & Craft Rooms Min: 4; Max: 16

*No class on Mar 21

Min: 4; Max: 16

Albany Community Chorus

Beginning Tap Dance

A d u lt

a d u lt ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Come join us in song! The Albany Community Chorus is a non-auditioned vocal ensemble performing music spanning all genres, cultures and periods of music history. In addition to two major performances per season, we perform at 3-4 other community events throughout the year. The class is open to singers of all levels. This quarter, we are working towards a Spring performance in June. Note: Instructor will notify students for potential missing dates. Location for June 2nd and 9th, TBD.

Absolute Beginner Line Dance

All stages of tappers from beginners to the more experienced are welcome! Although it is a beginning class, we can modify it to your needs. During the first session (Jan 6–Feb 24) we will explore rhythm combinations set to some fun, groovin' music. During the second session (Mar 3–Apr 21) we will explore Broadway style tap with a bit of soft shoe thrown in for good measure. Students are required to provide their own tap shoes.

a d u lt

DATE

DAY

TIME

This class introduces students to the terminology and basic steps of line dancing. Students will enjoy physical activity while developing their balance skills and memorization of patterns to music.

Jan 6–Feb 24*

Tue

7:45–8:30 pm

$74

$84

Jan 13–Mar 24*

Tue

7–9 pm

10x

$79

$89

Mar 3–Apr 21*

Tue

7:45–8:30 pm

$74

$84

Mar 31–June 9*

Tue

7–9 pm

10x

$79

$89

DATE

DAY

TIME

Jan 7–Feb 27

W/F

See Above

16x

$190

$200

Mar 4–Apr 24*

W/F

See Above

15x

$178

$188

Instructor: David Bertlin & Ronn Guidi Location: Albany Community Center, Hall; Albany Senior Center (Jan 30, Feb 27, Mar 27); Rooms 1 & 2 (Apr 24) Min: 9; Max: 21

DATE

*No class on Mar 20

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

Jan 8–Feb 19

Thur

7–8:30 pm

$64

$74

Mar 5–Apr 16*

Thur

7–8:30 pm

$56

$66

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

Instructor: Beth Ellis-Dickson; BethEllisDance.com Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2 Min: 5; Max: 20

*No class on Feb 17 & Apr 14

DATE

DAY

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

TIME

NONRES.

Instructor: Mary Stocker Location: Albany High School, Room 22 Min: 25; Max: 65

*No class on Feb 17 & Apr 14

Instructor: Aimee Haire Location: Albany Community Center, Hall Min: 8; Max: 25

*No class on Mar 19

City of Albany

recreation & community services 510 524-9283

Music High Intermediate Recorder Ensemble

Albany Big Band Jazz Ensemble

A d u lt

In this class, students will develop proficiency in ensemble skills playing in recorder ensemble of all sizes; which allows expansion to other recorder sizes. Refine understanding and practice of all elements of music making through learning to play well in recorder ensemble of all four sizes. Work with conductor with greater emphasis on tuning, execution of fingerings, phrasing and articulation together. May use class to obtain proficiency on tenor and bass sizes of recorder. Consort music from the Middle Ages to the 21st Century. Prerequisite: Must know fingerings for an octave and a half including two sharps/flats and have familiarity with common time signatures.

More complex music, emphasis on developing all recorder technique, including greater facility, sightreading, varied articulation and practicing ensemble skills. More one on-a-part playing. Polyphony from medieval to modern for recorders. Prerequisite: Student must know both C and F fingerings, be able to carry line alone and have substantial previous ensemble experience to participate in this class. Student must already play SATB or be willing to learn bass.

The Albany Jazz Band has been playing big band music for more than 15 years. It is part of the City of Albany’s Recreation and Community Services Activities program. The band plays classic to modern instrumental and vocal jazz, swing, latin and other genres arranged for traditional 18-20 piece jazz big band-ordinarily saxophones, trumpets, trombones, guitar, piano, bass and percussion. Our band offers an opportunity to learn, play, and perform tightly arranged jazz, and to explore the vibrant experience of soloing and singing with a big band. Playing and singing level is intermediate and above; experience with jazz and swing idiom is recommended. Participation in the band requires a commitment to attend regular rehearsals and to participate in occasional public performances. Due to limited space, enrollment is by permission of instructor only. For information about how to join or other questions about enrollment, contact instructor. For information about the band visit our website. Performances may be scheduled outside regular rehearsal dates and times. $20 material fee paid to instructor.

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

DATE

DAY

TIME

Jan 20–Apr 28*

Tue

6:30–7:30 pm

10x

$69

NONRES.

$79

Instructor: Frances Feldon Location: Albany Middle School Music Room Min: 8; Max: 50

*No class on Feb 17, Mar 17, Mar 24, Apr 7 & Apr 14

Albany Chamber Orchestra A d u lt

The Albany Chamber Orchestra is a 35-piece orchestra composed of string, wind, brass and percussion instruments. It was formerly known as the Albany Community Orchestra, the Albany Adult School Orchestra and most recently the Albany Chamber Strings. The orchestra was organized by Ernest Douglas in 1975 as a class in the Albany Adult School. In the past 38 years, it has given hundreds of amateur adult musicians the opportunity to study and perform over 300 selections from the orchestral repertoire. No auditions are necessary, but players should be of an intermediate level or above. New string players are welcome; winds and brass must have the permission of the conductor. The Orchestra presents three free public concerts each year and an occasional Young People’s Concert. Participants must play in a public concert on Sunday, March 8 and Sunday, June 7, 2015 at Albany Veterans’ Auditorium. ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

DATE

DAY

TIME

Jan 20–Apr 28*

Tue

7:30–8:30 pm

A d u lt

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

10x

$69

NONRES.

$79

Instructor: Frances Feldon Location: Albany Middle School Music Room Min: 8; Max: 50

*No class on Feb 17, Mar 17, Mar 24, Apr 7 & Apr 14

Beginning Didgeridoo Playing A d u lt

Didgeridoo is a drone instrument first played by the Aboriginal peoples of Australia. No prior musical experience is necessary. The didgeridoo itself is a spiritual teacher that encourages play, letting go of self-consciousness, and lots of laughter. On the more serious side, didgeridoo playing strengthens the diaphragm and helps alleviate anxiety, asthma, COPD and other respiratory ailments. Learning the technique of circular breathing (allows a player to keep the drone going while inhaling through the nose) has been scientifically shown to alleviate symptoms of sleep apnea by exercising the muscles in the mouth and throat. Practice instruments will be available as part of the class and more durable instruments can be purchased for $20 from the instructor TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

DATE

DAY

TIME

Jan 7–May 27*

Wed

7–9:15 pm

19x

$65

NONRES.

$75

Instructor: Bob Levenson (Musical Director), Rich Kalman (Vocal Director), Bernard Knapp (Library/Administration), instructor@albanyjazzband.org Location: Albany High School Band Room 20 Min: 12; Max: 25

*No class on Feb 18 & Apr 15

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

Jan 15–Feb 19

Thur

2–3:30 pm

$75

$85

Feb 25–Apr 1

Wed

10–11:30 am

$75

$85

Instructor: Elise Peeples, www.SoundRivers.net Location: Albany Community Center, EOC Room Min: 3; Max: 5

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

Jan 6–Mar 3*

Tue

7–9:15 pm

$69

$79

Mar 24–June 2*

Tue

7–9:15 pm

10x

$69

$79

Instructor: Teresa Colyer Location: Albany High School Band Room 20; Veterans Memorial Building (Mar 24, 31 & May 19) Min: 25; Max: 40

*No class on Feb 17 & Apr 14

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Adults

Low Intermediate Recorder Ensemble

Adults

User Friendly Pilates: Increase Core Strength Without Getting Hurt (Mixed Levels)

Exercise & Fitness

A g e s 1 4 – a d u lt

Beginning Yoga A g e s 1 3 – a d u lt

DAY

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

TIME

NONRES.

Jan 5–Feb 23*

Mon

6:30–8 pm

$69

$79

Mar 2–Apr 20

Mon

6:30–8 pm

$90

$100

DAY

TIME

Jan 7–Feb 25

Wed

5:45–6:45 pm

$100

$110

Mar 4–Apr 22

Wed

5:45–6:45 pm

$100

$110

Instructor: Jennifer Sowerwine Location: Albany Community Center, Hall

Instructor: Ernie Adams, (510) 619-9223, www.bodyinaction.com Location: Albany Community Center, Hall

Min: 5; Max: 30

Min: 8; Max: 35

*No class on Jan 19 & Feb 16

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

DATE

Yoga for Chronic Illness

Zumba®: Perfect for Beginners

A d u lt

Get back to your normal life! If you have chronic pain or a chronic illness, this gentle yet invigorating class will teach you how to shift from feeling bad to feeling good. Gain support and meet others who are on a similar journey. Please bring a yoga mat and dress to move!

Take a Zumba® class with an instructor who loves to teach! This class is for the beginning adult who wants a lower impact dance- fitness workout with all the fun and energy that Zumba® has to offer! Get ready to exercise to great beats! Learn easy to follow choreography. Gain strength, have better balance and build your endurance. All Zumba® music and fitness moves are based on Latin and internationally inspired rhythms like Salsa, Samba, Reggaeton, Cumbia, Bollywood and much more. Bring water and be sure to wear comfy workout clothes. Low tread shoes are recommended. Join the Zumba® party!

DATE

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

Jan 6–Feb 17

Tue

9:30–10:45 am

$84

$94

Mar 10–Apr 21

Tue

9:30–10:45 am

$84

$94

Instructor: Faith Cornwall, fcornwall@gmail.com Location: Albany Community Center, EOC Room Min: 8; Max: 30

Physical Weight Conditioning A d u lt

In this class, students will receive individualized instruction focused on needs and personal goals for fitness and well-being. Nautilus and Olympic bars are available, as well as dumbbells and free weights. DATE

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Gentle Yoga A g e s 1 4 – A d u lt

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

Jan 7–Feb 4

Wed

6:30–8 pm

$58

$68

Feb 18–Mar 18

Wed

6:30–8 pm

$58

$68

Instructor: Viji Sundaram Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2 Min: 5; Max: 20

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

Jan 6–Feb 24

Tue

6:30–7:30 pm

$84

$94

Mar 3–Apr 21

Tue

6:30–7:30 pm

$84

$94

Instructor: Hildy Revenaugh, hildy.acu@gmail.com, www.zumba.com Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2 Min: 5; Max: 20

NONRES.

DAY

TIME

Jan 6–Mar 19*

T/Thu

7–8 pm

20x

$104

Jan 6–Mar 19*

T/Thu

8–9 pm

20x

$104

$114

Mar 24–May 28* T/Thu

7–8 pm

18x

$94

$104

Mar 24–May 28* T/Thu

8–9 pm

18x

$94

$104

$114

Instructor: Darryl Allison Location: Albany High School, Weight Room Min: 6; Max: 15

*No class on Feb 17, Feb 19, Apr 14 & Apr 16

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Tai Chi Chuan A d u lt

Originally a martial art, Tai Chi is an ancient and effective exercise that reduces stress and promotes healing. It balances the body’s energy and increases vitality. Join us for a fun and dynamic workout and learn to move with grace, balance, and power. This moving meditation will leave you feeling energized, centered and relaxed. Starfire has been teaching Tai Chi in the bay area for over 25 years. This class meets twice per week. No experience is needed to take this class. DATE

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DAY

TIME

Jan 6–Feb 12

T/Th

6–7:30 pm

12x

$88

$98

Mar 3–Apr 9

T/Th

6–7:30 pm

12x

$88

$98

Instructor: Starfire Location: Albany Senior Center, 846 Masonic Ave, Albany Min: 5; Max: 20

Beginning Qi Gong

A d u lt

Qi Gong enhances the circulation of "Qi"(pronounced "chee"), the vital life force which can promote good health. Classes include warm-up exercises, stretches, acupressure self-massage, and meditation. Note: this class is the first half of the Da Yan Qi Gong class and will not be learning the Da Yan Qi Gong 64 movement form. If you want to learn the 64 movement form sign up for Beginning Da Yan Qi Gong.

Da Yan or Wild Goose Qi Gong is a gentle Chinese exercise form based on the movements of the wildgoose. Qi Gong enhances the circulation of "Qi" (pronounced "chee"), the vital life force which can promote good health. Classes include warm-up exercises, stretches, acupressure self-massage, meditation and the 64 movement form of Da Yan Qi Gong. To learn the entire form, take Beginning and Intermediate for a total of 16 weeks.

DATE

DAY

TIME

Feb 2–Mar 30*

Mon

6–6:45 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$70

NONRES.

$80

Instructor: Charlene Leung, M.S., Licensed Acupuncturist & Herbalist Location: Albany Senior Center, Multi-Purpose Room, 846 Masonic Ave., Albany Min: 1; Max: 10

*No class on Feb 16

DATE

DAY

TIME

Feb 2–Mar 30*

Mon

6–7:30 pm

TIME

Jan 10–Jan 31

Sat

9–11 am

$120

$130

*No class on Feb 16

Intermediate Qi Gong

A g e s 7 – A d u lt

DATE

NONRES.

Instructor: Charlene Leung, M.S., Licensed Acupuncturist & Herbalist Location: Albany Senior Center, Multi-Purpose Room, 846 Masonic Ave., Albany Min: 5; Max: 15

Beginning Ki-Aikido

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$60

NONRES.

$70

Feb 7–Feb 28

Sat

9–11 am

$60

$70

Mar 7–Mar 28

Sat

9–11 am

$60

$70

Apr 4–Apr 25

Sat

9–11 am

$60

$70

A d u lt

For those who have completed Beginning Qi Gong. DATE

DAY

TIME

Apr 6–Jun 8*

Mon

6–7:30 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$120

NONRES.

$130

Instructor: Charlene Leung, M.S., Licensed Acupuncturist & Herbalist Location: Albany Senior Center, Multi-Purpose Room, 846 Masonic Ave., Albany Min: 5; Max: 20

*No class on Apr 27 & May 25

Advanced Da Yan Qi Gong A d u lt

For those who have completed Beginning & Intermediate Da Yan Qi Gong with Charlene Leung. DATE

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

Feb 2–Mar 30*

Mon

6–7:30 pm

$90

$100

Apr 6–Jun 8*

Mon

6–7:30 pm

$90

$100

Instructor: Charlene Leung, M.S., Licensed Acupuncturist & Herbalist Location: Albany Senior Center, Multi-Purpose Room, 846 Masonic Ave., Albany Min: 5; Max: 20

*No class on Feb 16, Apr 27 & May 25

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Adults

Martial Arts

Introduction to Qi Gong

Adult Leagues Winter Adult Leagues Head Indoors for Fun! Come join one of our leagues and play in a friendly, open environment!

For more information: Eleanore Adams Adult Sports Coordinator eadams@albanyca.org www.albanyca.org/adultsports (510) 559-7216

5-Aside Co-ed Futsal

Drop-in Pickleball

Soccer rules! Winter rain does not stop soccer, we just play faster and harder indoors-5Aside Futsal (Indoor Soccer)! Futsal is played on a hard court delimited by lines. Footwork is everything! League games are Sunday afternoons at Albany High School, beginning January 2015. Registration starts December 1, 2014 by calling (510) 559-7215. Download your application at www.albanyca. org/adultsports.

Albany loves Pickleball! Drop-in for this fast and fun paddleball sport. Pickleball mixes tennis, ping-pong and badminton together for a quick play, easy scoring and low impact aerobic exercise. It truly is fun for all ages! Outdoor games are played at the Ocean View Park tennis courts every Tuesday, 4–6 pm. New this year, Indoor Pickleball at Albany High School Gymnasium on Sundays, 5–7 pm, January 11–March 29 (No games on February 1). $5 drop-in court fee, $3 for seniors, $2 paddle rental.

men's Basketball

Our new full court 5v5 Men’s Basketball League starts January 2015. Games will ether! team tog Get your be on Sunday mornings at Albany High School. Get your team together and have your Captain register on December 1, 2014 by calling (510) 559-7215. All applications are due d), -e o C & by December 31, 2014. Visit 's en Softball (M side Soccer -A 5 www.albanyca.org/adultsports. , Kickball ary 2015

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RUN AROUND TOWN SUNDAYS: The RATS Running Club Running transforms your body, mind and spirit, while making new friends and enjoying the outdoors. Run Around Town Sundays is Albany’s official running club. Our mission is to make running fun and accessible for all levels, from the slow beginners to the fast, long distance performers. Our club is directed by three dedicated runners, who offer every Sunday new running options and challenges. The club meets at Suzette’s Crepe Café at 8 am weekly. Runners may choose to join an easy three mile, 12 minute mile paced run, a five mile 10 minute mile paced run, or a long run which varies in pace, distance and difficulty.

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ANNIVERSARY RUN

Sunday, February 1 • 8 am Join us for our epic Anniversary Run, where you can choose to run all the way to the new Bay Bridge and back (16 miles). This run will follow the Bay Trail to the Albany Bulb, with views of the Golden Gate bridge, and follow the waterfront past the Berkeley Marina, and all the way to the Bay Bridge.

For more information: Eleanore Adams Adult Sports Coordinator eadams@albanyca.org www.albanyca.org/adultsports (510) 559-7216

WINTER & SPRING Training

Continue consistant training for your Spring goals. Many of our runners will be entering the Oakland Marathon (March 22, 2015), the San Francisco Marathon (Summer 2015), and the Marin Monster 10K (September 2015). Consistancy is key to achieve your fitness goals! Facebook @ Albany Adult Sports and Twitter @AlbanySports.

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senior Center

he Albany Senior Center provides a comprehensive array of recreational programs and services that meet the needs of older adults in the community enhancing quality of life and helping seniors to remain active, healthy and independent. At the Albany Senior Center, adults 50 and over enjoy socializing in a warm, friendly atmosphere while participating in the quality programs offered. The center is open Monday–Friday from 9 am–5 pm, excluding major holidays.

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Paratransit Services

Health Services

East Bay Paratransit (EBP) is the main provider of paratransit services for anyone who cannot use AC Transit or BART because of a disability. You must become ADA certified to qualify for Paratransit Services. Call (510) 287-5000 to make an appointment and get an application.

Podiatry: Fridays, January 5 and March 2, Noon–3 pm. Podiatry services provided by a licensed podiatrist at a low cost.

Taxi Subsidy Program: Using Measure B Funds, Albany Paratransit provides a subsidy on taxi rides to Albany residents 80 years and over and people with disabilities 18 years and over.

Over 60 Health Clinic: Mondays, January 12 and March 9, 9 am. A nurse provides foot care, blood pressure checks, medication review and more.

Shopping Trips: The shuttle provides Albany residents 60+ door-to-door transportation from home to nearby grocery stores. Yearly registration fee required.

Blood Pressure Checks: Fridays, January 16, February 20, March 20 and April 17, 1:30–3:30 pm. Service provided by Walgreens.

Pharmaceutical Collection Bin: Bring expired/unused prescriptions and overthe-counter medicines from your home and dispose of them safely. Bin is accessible during business hours. Vitamins, controlled substances or needles are not accepted.

Information, Resource Referrals and Form Assistance The Albany Senior Center maintains up-todate information on services available to seniors in Alameda County. Computer Lab: Three computers connected to the internet available for public use in the Senior Center lobby. Sign-in for a 30-minute timeslot. First-come, first- served. Computer Tutoring: Free computer tutoring appointments offered by caring volunteers are available. Call the Senior Center for more information.

Nutrition Services The Albany Tri City Café: Well-balanced dinner served Monday–Friday at 4 pm. Suggested donation: $4. Meals on Wheels: Delivered Mon, Tue, Thur, Fri to homebound seniors. Suggested donation: $4.

To Enroll Enrollment or appointments are required to use most of the services provided at the Senior Center. Unless otherwise noted, call (510) 524-9122 for more information.

Isabelle Leduc, Community & Human Services Manager Robin Mariona, Recreation Coordinator Sid Schoenfeld, Recreation Coordinator 846 Masonic Avenue, Albany (510) 524-9122

City of Albany

Mercy Brown Bag Program: Grocery bags of nutritional food to seniors on a fixed income. $10 yearly contribution.

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The Senior Center offers opportunities for adults 50+ with similar interest to gather and have fun together. Socialize with friends and make new ones! Drop-in fee is $1.

mondays No socials on Mondays, January 19 and February 16 (City Holidays)

Needlecraft & Beading Jan 5–Apr 27 • 9–11 am Bring your own materials and receive input from peers to improve your craftsmanship. Line Dancing for Beginners Jan 5–Apr 27 • 1:45–2:45 pm Come get your heart pumping and body moving to some great music and sounds. Yeehaw!

tuesdays Matinee Movie of the Week Jan 6–Apr 28 • 1:30 pm Enjoy some popcorn and a movie each week. See our movie flyer for a schedule of films being shown.

wednesdays Papier Mâché Jan 7–Apr 29 • 9–11 am Bring your own materials and receive input from peers to improve your craftsmanship.

thursdays No socials on Thursday, January 1 (City Holiday) and Thursday, April 16 (Senior Resource Fair)

Painting Jan 8–Apr 30 • 9 am–noon Show off your artistic side. Bring your own materials and take this opportunity to get some positive feedback on your work.

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Thursdays, continued: Mahjong & Games Jan 8–Apr 30 • 1–3 pm Ping pong, board games, and cards available for anyone looking to have some fun. Line Dancing For Beginners Jan 8–Apr 23 • 11:15 am–12:15 pm Come get your heart pumping and body moving to some great music and sounds. Yeehaw! For Pet Lovers Only! Jan 8–Apr 30 • 10–11 am Come to this social gathering of pet lovers to learn from each other your responsibilities and how animals and people heal each other. Mandarin Conversation Jan 8–Apr 30 • 11 am–12:30 pm Mandarin anyone? Mandarin conversation is taught by a native speaker. No experience necessary.

fridays No socials on Friday, April 24

French Conversation Jan 9–Apr 17 • 11 am–noon If you are interested in conversing in French this group is for you. Books are read and current events are discussed. Bridge Jan 9–Apr 17 • Noon–3 pm For the seasoned bridge player. Challenge yourself and those around you in our weekly bridge games.

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boomers & beyond

Free to Move: Expressive Movement & Rhythm for Brain & Body Health

Gentle Yoga

Exercise & Dance

ages 50–older

This class provides a gentler approach to the practice of Yoga. Enjoy the benefits of increased flexibility, strength and stamina. Yoga encourages better posture, improves digestions, relaxes and calms the mind. Class is suitable for all levels. Wear loose and comfortable clothing and come on an empty stomach. Bring your own mat or towel. Fee is per class.

Gentle Tai Chi Ages 50–older

This gentle approach to Tai Chi combines Nei Dang Chi Kung emphasizing deep breathing and meditative elements. Helps circulation, loosening joints and secure balance. Fee is per class. DATE

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DAY

TIME

Jan 5–April 29*

M/W

10:30–11:30 am

30x

Jan 9–Apr 24*

Fri

9:30–10:30 am

15x

Instructor: Yachiyo Otsubo Location: Albany Community Center, Hall Min: 5; Max: 30

*No class on Jan 19, Feb 16 & Mar 20

NE W

Hip Hop Dance Workout Ages 50–older

Beginners Welcome! Sweat and groove to this upbeat, fun and friendly dance workout. Using contemporary, retro, reggae and R&B music, you’ll learn choreographed hip hop moves. Class consists of a 10-minute warm-up, 40 minutes of dance and a 10-minute cool down. Bring your water bottle, wear comfortable clothing and supportive athletic shoes. Fee is per class. DATE

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DAY

TIME

Jan 6–Feb 24

Wed

10:30–11:30 am

Mar 3–Apr 21

Wed

10:30–11:30 am

Instructor: Judith Kajiwara Location: Albany Senior Center, Multi Use Room Min: 5; Max: 25

Yoga for Chronic Illness Ages 50–older

Get back to your normal life! If you have chronic pain or a chronic illness, this gentle class will teach you how to shift from feeling bad to feeling good. Gain support and meet others who are on a similar journey. Please bring a yoga mat and dress to move. Fee is per class. ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

DATE

DAY

TIME

Jan 7–Apr 22*

Wed

1:30–2:30 am

14x

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

Jan 5–Apr 30*

M–F

9–10 am

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

82x

NONRES.

Instructor: Allan Jacinto Location: Albany Community Center, Hall (Mon) Albany Senior Center, Multi-Use Room (Tue–Fri) Min: 5; Max: 20

*No class on Jan 19, Feb 15, Apr 16 & Apr 27

Rosen Method Movement Ages 50–older

Discover the benefits of Rosen Method Movement in this class that provides easy, unhurried movements set to music and designed to improve alignment and flexibility, deepen awareness and may heal or prevent injury due to stress. Attending a one-hour class per week can make a significant difference in your vitality. All abilities welcome. Wear loose and comfortable clothing. Bring your own mat or towel. Fee is per class. DATE

DAY

TIME

Jan 7–Apr 29

Wed

12:15–1:15 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

17x

NONRES.

Ages 50–older

This class is an opportunity to try creative movement, rhythm practice and responding to music in your personal style. Join Impromptu No Tutu, the resident ensemble of the Albany Senior Center, for these lively and mindful movement sessions open to all; no dance experience needed. We warm up with easy elements of the Brain Dance*and T’ai Chi, and then move to diverse genres of music, voice or silence. Chairs and other props are used as inspirations for rhythm and expanding our range of motion, balance and expression. Inspired by the inclusive Orff Schulwerk music approach, this class is a safe place for play, exploration and interaction, and promotes both physical and mental agility. One Friday a month during the school year children from the Albany Preschool next door join us for half an hour. This class also occasionally tours to other senior centers to demonstrate healthy aging through movement. Call the Center before dropping in so you know where to find us. Current information about the class will be posted on the Center's Facebook page. Fee is per class. *Developed by Anne green Gilbert, Creative Dance Center, Seattle DATE

DAY

TIME

Jan 9–Apr 24*

Fri

10:15–11:30 am

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

15x

NONRES.

Instructor: Greacian Goeke Location: Albany Senior Center, Multi-Use Room Min: 2; Max: 25

*No class Mar 27

Instructor: Regina Wells Location: Albany Senior Center, Multi-Use Room

Women’s Traditional Dances for Fun, Exercise & Enlightenment!

Min: 3; Max: 15

Zumba® Gold

Ages 50–older

Ages 40–older

Zumba® is the popular dance fitness craze that is sweeping the world! Zumba® Gold is a modified version and is the perfect class for beginners, older active adults, the de-conditioned adult and for anyone who desires a slower paced work out with just as much fun. Filled with Latin and international music and rhythms, we move to the sounds of Salsa, Merengue, Reggaeton, Cumbia, Samba, Bhangra and more. Build strength, and burn calories! Improve balance and memory–most importantly, HAVE FUN! Ditch the workout, join the party, the Zumba® Gold Dance Party! Fee is per class. DATE

DAY

TIME

Jan 8–Apr 30*

Thur

10:15–11:15 am

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

17x

NONRES.

Instructor: Hildy Revenaugh Location: Albany Senior Center, Multi Purpose Room Min: 5; Max: 20

Explore traditional women’s dances from Greece, Bulgaria, Armenia, Macedonia and other Balkan countries where ancient wisdom is still detectable in the folk culture. Simple and repetitive, the dances foster interconnectedness and empower us to be more fully present as women. Accessible to anyone who can walk, a dynamic dance line (the horo) describes circles, crescent moons, spirals, meanders and other earth mandalas to lovely ethnic music. Catherine has been teaching these dances since 1985. Drop in! Beginners and experienced dancers alike are always welcome. Fee is per class. DATE

DAY

TIME

Jan 7–Apr 29

Wed

10:15–11:30 am

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

17x

NONRES.

Instructor: Catherine Sutton Location: Albany Senior Center, Multi-Use Room Min: 4; Max: 25

*No class Apr 16

Instructor: Faith Cornwall, fcornwall@gmail.com Location: Albany Senior Center, Multi Use Room Min: 4; Max: 25

*No class on Feb 25 & Mar 4

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Music & Movement for Grandparents

Friday 2nd & 4th • Free 9–11 am on the walks y el ur is Le the b. Meet in Albany Bul at the end of t parking lo Street. Buchanan

Ages 50–older

Are you looking for more ways to have fun with your young grandchildren? You can become a skilled music playmate with them and boost your own brain and body health, as well as theirs. In this 3-part workshop, you will learn simple songs, bounces, folk games, dances and movement practices for spending informal and natural musical time with children. You will also deepen your own musicality and movement awareness, and gain confidence that you can be a music resource for your whole family. Bring your grandchild or grandfriend (age 3 mos to 7 years) to the third meeting of this workshop for a Tall and Small class where we will practice and celebrate what we have learned. Please register by March 1. DATE

DAY

TIME

Mar 7–Mar 21

Sat

2–3:15 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$20

boomers & beyond

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NE W

NONRES.

$25

Instructor: Greacian Goeke Location: Albany Senior Center, Multi-Use Room Min: 6; Max: 15

Pole Walking for Balance, Exercise & Maintaining Mobility Ages 50–older

Learn and practice skills to improve your endurance, posture, confidence, gait and strength. Feel taller! Easy-to-learn pole walking techniques and gentle exercises help preserve your joints and enhance your enjoyment of life! Includes practice pole walking outside (weather permitting) a gentle excursion to the Berkeley Marina. Variety of top quality poles provided. Explore which poles best fit your body and will help you achieve your goals. First time repeaters $15; subsequent repeaters free. DATE

DAY

TIME

Apr 23

Thur

9:30 am–1 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$28

NONRES.

$33

Min: 6; Max: 10

Ages 50–older

A program designed to encourage walking as a healthy life style for adults 50+. Ride on the Senior Center shuttle bus to regional parks and other interesting places. Walk as you connect with other seniors. Walks are usually 1 to 4 miles, and are generally easy to moderate in difficulty. Bring a bag lunch, or lunch at a designated eatery. Monthly walk schedules and registration forms are available at the Albany Senior Center.

Tuesdays

8:30 am–2:30 pm

Enjoy walking at a moderate pace while exploring natural treasures and history of the Bay Area. Dress in layers and wear comfortable closed walking shoes with good traction. Bring water and light snack, binoculars, cameras and walking poles if you use them. January: Nature and the War that United America Join Ranger Bob Flasher for an easy, level walk along Richmond’s beautifully restored Marina Bay, enjoying wintering waterbirds, fascinating signs about the Rosies and Wandas who helped win World War II and a special program at the Rosie the Riveter World War II Home Front Museum. Meet at Shimada Friendship Park, south end of Marina Bay Parkway. Information: rangerdude333@hotmail.com.

DATE

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

January 22

Thur

9–11 am

FREE

February 19

Thur

9–11 am

FREE

March 19

Thur

9–11 am

FREE

April 16

Thur

9–11 am

FREE

Instructor: Susan Schwartz (848-9358, f5creeks@gmail.com) & Shirley Jowell (525-7012, sjowell@att.net) Location: See walk description for location meeting spots Min: 5; Max: 30

February: Alameda Birds and Victorians

March: Codornices Park and Rose Garden

Walk, Talk & Be Healthy!

TIME

Ages 50–older

Explore a Bayside bird sanctuary and Alameda’s elegant past on a level walk, with optional lunch afterwards at one of cosmopolitan Park Street’s many ethnic eateries. Meet at Shoreline Drive and Park Street, on the water side (AC Transit 20 or 21 from Fruitvale BART). F5C President Susan Schwartz leads, f5creeks@gmail.com.

Instructor: Jayah Faye Paley Location: Albany Senior Center, South Room

DAY

Exploring Local Natural Treasures on Foot

ALBANY RESIDENT

Stroll elegant Rose Walk, Berkeley’s beautiful Rose Garden, and woodsy Codornices Park with F5C Vice President Shirley Jowell. Meet at the Rose Garden overlook, 1200 Euclid, south of Eunice. (AC Transit 65). Heavy rain cancels. Info: sjowell@sbcglobal.net. April: Hillside Natural Area in Bloom Wildflowers should be at their peak in El Cerrito’s Hillside Natural Area, 100 acres of grassland, creeks, and oak forests with spectacular Bay views. We’ll take the “high road,” with some ups and downs. Wear sturdy shoes; bring water and sticks if you use them. Meet at the stub end of King Court (1190 King Court on Internet maps), below King and Shevlin. Information: F5creeks@gmail.com.

NONRES.

Varies for each trip

Instructor: Zion Lee Location: Each walk departs from the Senior Center Min: 5; Max: 20

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boomers & beyond

Special Interest

AARP’s 55 Alive Mature Driving Ages 50–older

This class provides awareness of aging as it affects driving. It offers participants compensating techniques, and emphasizes defensive practices for drivers age 50 and older. Participants must take both classes to receive their Certificate of Completion, which entitles drivers, 50 and older, to a discount for three years on their auto insurance. Fee for this class is $15 for AARP Members, $20 for Non-Members. Check or money order only (No cash), payable to: AARP. AARP members bring membership number. DATE

DAY

TIME

MEETS

Jan 22 & Jan 29

Thur

1–5 pm

AAPR MEM.

NONMEM.

$15

$20

Instructor: Alice Meyers Location: Albany Senior Center, South Room Min: 10; Max: 20

Novels: Winter ages 50–older

Colum McCann, author of Let the Great World Spin, imagines the experiences of fictional female characters as well as "real" people such as George Mitchell and Frederick Douglass in the remarkable Transatlantic, which we will read this winter. (Random House) DATE

DAY

TIME

Jan 7–Mar 11

Wed

3–5 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

10x

$65

NONRES.

$70

Instructor: Debra Ratner Location: Albany Senior Center, South Room

Memoir Writing

Women's Lives: Winter

ages 50–older

Ages 50–older

Students read their own writings to the class for its criticism and evaluation. The teacher adds another voice, pointing out basic principles and approaches to effective non-fiction prose. The idea is to make our memoir writing as vivid and effective as it can be so that it will not be filed somewhere in the dark, but will be read and re-read with enjoyment by children, grandchildren, and even by strangers yet unborn. No one is required to read out loud, or to withhold other kinds of writing, which are welcome. We try for a lowpressure, respectful atmosphere in which embarrassing events and deep emotions may be safely exposed.

We will return for the last time to the candid accounts in The Norton Book of Women's Lives, edited by Phyllis Rose. We'll read pieces by Virginia Woolf, Anne Moody, Vivian Gornick and others.

DATE

DAY

TIME

Jan 5–Apr 20*

Mon

2–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

14x

$96

NONRES.

$101

Instructor: Bill Hyman Location: Albany Senior Center, South Room Min: 4; Max: 30

*No class on Jan 19, Feb 16 & May 25

World Literature ages 50–older

Class reads great, enduring literature from around the world, especially the classics from America, England and Europe. Such fiction, long and short, delves into universal human concerns such as love, religion and death, and confronts persistent, unanswerable questions. We move at snail’s pace over puzzling and intriguing passages, emphasizing language, structure, method and implicit meanings. Issues of genre, technique, symbolism, and historic background are also considered. Students discuss, challenge, dispute, re-interpret and misquote what the old teacher is trying to say. ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

Jan 6–Apr 7

Tue

10 am–noon

14x

$103

$108

Apr 14–July 14

Tue

10 am–noon

14x

$103

$108

DATE

DAY

Jan 9–Mar 13

Fri

2–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

10x

$65

NONRES.

$70

Instructor: Debra Ratner Location: Albany Senior Center, South Room Min: 4; Max: 30

Women's Lives: Spring Ages 50–older

We will read aloud powerful speeches delivered by women in the twentieth century, using In Our Own Words: Extraordinary Speeches of the American Century, edited by Robert Torricelli. (Washington Square Press) DATE

DAY

Apr 3–June 12*

Fri

TIME

2–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

10x

$65

NONRES.

$70

Instructor: Debra Ratner Location: Albany Senior Center, South Room Min: 4; Max: 30

*No class on Apr 24

Savoring Short Stories I Ages 50–older

The Best American Short Stories 2013, edited by Elizabeth Strout, is a rich anthology of work by contemporary writers; we'll read it in winter and spring. (Mariner Books) DATE

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

Jan 5–Mar 23*

Mon

11:30 am–1:30 pm

10x

$65

$70

Apr 6–June 15*

Mon

11:30 am–1:30 pm

10x

$65

$70

Instructor: Debra Ratner Location: Albany Senior Center, Multi-Use Room Min: 4; Max: 30

Instructor: Bill Hyman Location: Albany Senior Center, South Room

TIME

*No class on Jan 19, Feb 16 & May 25

Min: 4; Max: 30

World Affairs & Politics

Min: 4; Max: 30

Ages 50–older

Novels: Spring ages 50–older

Monica Ali's Brick Lane has been recognized as a stunning first novel: vibrant, astute, and merciful in its depiction of human weaknesses. (A Black Swan book) DATE

DAY

TIME

Apr 1–June 3

Wed

3–5 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

10x

$65

NONRES.

$70

This is an open group discussion of world affairs and politics, both local and international. Fee is per class. ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

Jan 5–Mar 23*

Mon

9:30–11 am

10x

Mar 30–June 8*

Mon

9:30–11 am

10x

Instructor: Constance Cole Location: Albany Senior Center, Multi-Use Room Min: 4; Max: 35

*No class on Jan 19, Feb 16 & May 25

Instructor: Debra Ratner Location: Albany Senior Center, South Room Min: 4; Max: 30

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Kathryne Ann has played bridge for more than 55 years, she knows how to teach and make playing bridge an enjoyable experience. The first part of each class will begin with a specific topic to go over with questions to follow then we’ll play hands. There is no better way to learn bridge than to actually play! We’ll begin with no more than three tables (12 people), so sign-up early. TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

Smart Phone & Tablet Photography for Beginners

Travel Training Course

Ages 50–older

Expand your horizons and travel options! Learn to ride Alameda County’s public transit to get where you want to go with confidence, independence and ease. Receive guidance and training in learning the necessary skills to ride AC Transit and BART. At the conclusion of the training, all participants will receive a Clipper Card and/or Bus Passes and BART Tickets. Participants must attend all three travel training sessions in order to receive incentives, Clipper Card and/ or Bus Passes and BART tickets. Juice and fruit served (Feb 10), morning snack and lunch (Feb 11) and lunch provided (Feb 12).

Ages 55–older

Calling all Shutter Bugs with a Smart Phone or Tablet! This class is designed to enable even the most timid photographers to be proud of their photos. There will be time in each class for step-by-step demonstrations, practicing new skills on short local “fun photo Safaris,” problem solving, and individual/ group sharing. You will learn to take, edit and share photographs.

DATE

DAY

Jan 6–Feb 10

Tue

10 am–noon

$25

$30

DATE

DAY

Feb 17–Mar 24

Tue

10 am–noon

$25

$30

Jan 7–Feb 25

Wed

1–2:30 pm

$40

$45

Mar 11–Apr 29

Wed

1–2:30 pm

$40

$45

Instructor: Kathryne Ann Kinsey Location: Albany Senior Annex, 842 Masonic Avenue Min: 4; Max: 12

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

Ages 50–older

The Bay Area has a great diversity of birds in its many parks and shorelines, from hummingbirds and hawks to sandpipers and songbirds. With a little practice, many of them can be seen and identified! This course is an introduction to the Birds of the Bay Area, and will alternate between 4-class sessions (Jan 5, Feb 2, Mar 9, Mar 30) and 6 field trips (Jan 12, Jan 26, Feb 23, Mar 2, Mar 16, Mar 23) for a 10-week semester. The instructor will discuss techniques of observation, identification and biology of birds seen on trips. Classes will include discussion of field guides, binocular use and films. Fieldtrips are to Berkeley and Emeryville shorelines, Las Gallinas Marsh, Lake Merritt and others. Travel by van and carpools to fieldtrip locations. $5 material fee paid to instructor. DATE

DAY

Jan 5–Mar 30*

Mon

TIME

9 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

10x

$85

NONRES.

Feb 10

Tue

10 am–noon

FREE

Min: 5; Max: 20

Feb 11

Wed

10 am–2 pm

FREE

Feb 12

Thur

9:30 am–TBA (Trip) 1x

FREE

Min: 8; Max: 20

iPad Partners for Beginners

Instructor: United Seniors of Oakland & Alameda County Location: Albany Senior Center

Ages 50–older

Min: 2; Max: 8

Calling all computer newbies! We are offering another drop-in weekly support group for those who are newer users of iPads or other touch screen devices, and who ideally have very little or no previous technology experience. Join in any Friday from Noon–1:30 pm and be prepared to learn and practice in partnership with others just like you. We will focus on getting around on our devices, learning and reviewing basics and useful skills, practice the howto's of email and internet and share both fun and problem-solving apps. DATE

DAY

Jan 9–Apr 24

Fri

TIME

Noon–1:30 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

16x

NONRES.

Donation

Instructor: Mary McKenna Location: Albany Senior Center, South Room Min: 4; Max: 35

$90

Instructor: Ted Pierce Location: Albany Senior Annex, 842 Masonic Avenue * No class on Jan 19, Feb 9 & Feb 16

iPad Drop-In Class: New or Continuing Learners Ages 50–older

Explore the basics of the iPad. Learn how to use the various functions on your iPad, or most other touchscreen devices, from taking and viewing photos and sending e-mails to downloading music, movies or even library books. Bring your own or borrow one of ours to try in class and we will provide step-by-step instructions and answer any specific questions you may have about this very senior-friendly new step in technology. DATE

DAY

Jan 8–Apr 23*

Thur

TIME

12:45–2:45 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

12x

NONRES.

Donation

Instructor: Patrick McKenna Location: Albany Senior Center, Multi-Use Room Min: 4; Max: 35

activity guide Winter/Spring 2015

TIME

NONRES.

DATE

Birds of the Bay Area

DAY

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Instructor: Carol Carlisle Location: Albany Senior Center, South Room

FREE

Drawing with Pen, Ink & Brush (All Levels) Ages 50–older

This class is an inexpensive, versatile, easy-to-use drawing media that can resemble an intricate line drawing etching or a painting in black and white. (Working in black & white is good training for painters in learning to see and build strong value structures in their compositions.) Techniques such as free-flowing pen and brush lines and shading with cross-hatching, stippling, and wash to achieve a range of values on the gray scale will be taught using a variety of approaches and exercises. Basic drawing, composition, perspective and a special, easy method for achieving matting/framing very economically will be taught to all. Advanced students or those who have taken a class with Stephanie can work in watercolor or their choice of any drawing or painting media, with instructor working with them individually. Students should bring any supplies they already have to first class where materials will be discussed and list handed out. Students will supply their own pens, ink, brushes and lightweight paper. The instructor will supply special paper and other materials for the class. $4 Material fee paid to instructor. DATE

DAY

Jan 20–Mar 10

Tue

TIME

Noon–3 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$129

NONRES.

$134

Instructor: Stephanie Scott, www.stephaniescottartist.com, (925) 256-4093 Location: Albany Senior Center, Multi-Use Room Min: 4; Max: 20

*No class on Apr 16

Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PAGE 64

boomers & beyond

Bridge for Beginners

boomers & beyond

Travel

Albany Senior Travel Troupe All adults ages 50 and older are welcome to travel with us as we explore the beautiful and exciting areas and attractions around Northern California. Hop aboard our bus and leave the worrying to us. Each trip is led by a group leader. All trips include periods of walking, standing and sitting unless otherwise indicated. Travel itineraries are subject to change. Castello di Amorosa We kick off the new year with a wine tour in the Napa Valley. We will visit the authentically-styled, 13th century, Tuscan castle and winery Castello di Amorosa. Our journey will include a Cheese and Wine Pairing Tour which includes a guided tour of the Castello followed by an intimate seated tasting, including a selection of local cheeses chosen specifically to pair with the Italian style wines. A must see for art, wine and architecture connoisseurs. We will stop for lunch in the quaint town of Calistoga. Trip includes: Transportation, docent led Castello Tour, wine tasting with cheese pairings. Lunch stop on your own. DAY

January 9

Fri

Min: 12; Max: 21

TIME

8:30 am–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$79

Ai Weiwei Exhibit on Alcatraz

Ages 50–older

One of China's most famous dissidents has appropriated the United States' most famous former prison as a way to highlight the plight of activists held in detention. The former island penitentiary turned U.S. National Park in San Francisco Bay will offer the opportunity to view seven installations customdesigned by the artist and activist Ai Weiwei. Don’t miss out on this rare and unique opportunity. After a short ferry ride from Pier 33, we will disembark on “The Rock”. Our group will have a docent led tour of Alcatraz as well as the public display of the Ai Weiwei exhibit. Trip includes: All transportation, including ferry ride from Pier 33, admission to Alcatraz/ Ai Weiwei exhibit led by a professional tour guide, catered box lunch to enjoy on the pier or ferry after the tour. There is an uphill walk to the prison and art display equivalent to walking up 13 flights of stairs. In addition there will be long periods of standing.

Our Casino Mania Tour begins in the town of Lincoln, CA at the Thunder Valley Casino Resort. Step into a world of Vegas style gaming excitement in the 144,500 square foot casino. There are nine unbelievable restaurants that boast an eclectic array of cuisines that delight in every bite, including the all you can eat buffet brunch. Trip includes: Transportation. Lunch and exploring on your own.

Ages 50–older

DATE

Casino Mania: Thunder Valley Casino Resort

DATE

DAY

January 14

Wed

TIME

8 am–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$19

NONRES.

$24

Min: 12; Max: 21

San Francisco Symphony: Mozart & More

NONRES.

Ages 50–older

$84

The Troupe heads back to the San Francisco Symphony, this time to see the full symphony as they present Mozart and More at the beautiful Davies Symphony Hall. Hop aboard our shuttle bus and avoid the traffic, bridge tolls and parking headaches. Sit back and relax as Mozart Master Bernard Labadie and the San Francisco Symphony explore Mozart’s lively Paris Symphony along with music of J.S. Bach, including a moving cantata showcasing a single voice. Plus, J.S. Bach’s Orchestral Suite No. 3, featuring the tender Air on the G String. Trip includes: Transportation and Upper Orchestra ticket. Lunch will be on your own in San Francisco. DATE

DAY

January 29

Thur

TIME

11 am–5 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$59

Ages 50–older

DATE

DAY

February 4

Wed

TIME

7:45 am–3 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$69

NONRES.

$74

Min: 12; Max: 21

NONRES.

$64

Min: 12; Max: 21

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‘New’ Rooftop Gardens Tour

San Francisco Progressive Lunch Tour

Ages 50–older

Rooftop gardens continue to be a focal point in the news and more exciting than ever. But, the mystery factor continues too–how do you gain access to these hidden gems? Your guide, ‘On the Level’ Marilyn Straka, has found the best (in the MidMarket area) to show you including a view of the Emporium dome from above and the ‘blue popsicle’ rooftop. We will drive to explore the new construction sites south of Market such as SalesForce Tower, which will soon surpass Transamerica as the tallest building in San Francisco. Lunch will be on your own with time to explore the new Metreon or eat at the old “Emporium”, now a gourmet food court at the Westfield shopping center. Trip includes: Transportation and professional tour guide. Lunch is on your own.

Experience the best of Fisherman’s Wharf and North Beach on this 5-hour narrated driving and walking tour (minimal). We will build up our appetites by exploring Fisherman’s Wharf-see how sourdough bread is made at Boudin Bakery, try your hand at the toys at Musee Mechanique, or sample walkaway cocktails or clam chowder as your appetizer. Next it’s on to North Beach for a narrated bus tour and a drop-off at our main course restaurant. A variety of pastas and and sauces will stimulate our palate. A docent tour of the nearby St. Francis of Assisi Shrine will follow. Our finale will be ice cream at Ghirardelli. What a fun day. Trip includes: Transportation, professional tour guide and lunch.

Casino Mania stop number two takes us to Brooks, CA and Cache Creek Casino Resort. Choose among the gaming industry’s hottest slots or over 100 tables including Blackjack, Pai Gow Poker, Mini Baccarat, and more! The expert Chefs and staff at Cache Creek Casino Resort spare no effort to ensure you’ll enjoy your dining experience in each of their nine restaurants including the popular all you can eat Harvest Buffet. Trip includes: Transportation. Lunch and exploring on your own. DATE

DAY

February 9

Mon

TIME

8:30 am–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$19

NONRES.

$24

Min: 12; Max: 21

DATE

DAY

April 2

Thur

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

9 am–4 pm

San Francisco Chinese New Year Festival: Flower Market Fair

DATE

DAY

March 11

Wed

Ages 50–older

Min: 12; Max: 21

Yountville Art, Sip & Stroll

San Francisco Flower & Garden Show

Ages 50–older

The Chinese New Year Flower Market Fair is held on the weekend before Chinese New Year’s Day. The Flower Fair is the place to come to purchase fresh flowers, fruits, candies and other new supplies for the home to begin the new lunar year. Delight in performances of traditional Chinese magicians, acrobats, folk dancers and opera as you take in the beautiful fragrances of spring. Trip includes: Transportation. Exploring, shopping and lunch are on your own. DATE

DAY

February 15

Sun

TIME

9 am–3 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$29

NONRES.

$34

Min: 12; Max: 21

San Francisco Chinese New Year’s Festival: Parade Ages 50–older

Over 100 units will participate in the Southwest Airlines Chinese New Year’s Parade. Come join the troupe and view this spectacle in style. We have premium reserved seats in the bleachers near the main viewing area of the parade. A San Francisco tradition since just after the Gold Rush, the parade continues to delight and entertain. Trip includes: Transportation and reserved bleacher seat. Dinner is on your own. DATE

DAY

March 7

Sat

TIME

2–9 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$49

NONRES.

$54

Min: 12; Max: 21

TIME

9 am–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$39

NONRES.

Get ready for spring with the Travel Troupe at the 2015 San Francisco Flower & Garden Show, “Going Wild.” Stroll through gorgeous designer gardens, with artfully arranged plants, trees and flowers in full bloom. See the designs and watch the demonstrations by world-class floral designers. Discover how to create your own remarkable garden with hands-on demonstrations and inspiring seminars. Meet professional gardeners and nursery owners who can answer all your questions…and help solve those nagging problems. Browse a wide selection of specialty shops featuring unique flowers, plants, gifts, tools and more. Trip includes: Transportation and show admission. Exploring, shopping and lunch are on your own. DAY

March 18

Wed

TIME

9 am–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$39

$24

Min: 12; Max: 21

$44

Ages 50–older

DATE

$19

NONRES.

$44

Min: 12; Max: 21

Join us in Yountville for a day of sipping the Napa Valley’s best wines while strolling along downtown and enjoying one of a kind art by Art Walk Artists as well as 20+ other local artisans. Be prepared, you may fall in love and bring a piece or two home! You will receive a tasting wrist band and glass which allows you to taste at up to 12 stops along the route including at some tasting rooms. All proceeds from this event benefit the arts in Yountville. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to Art, Sip & Stroll Yountville! Trip includes: Transportation and tasting wristband. Exploring and lunch are on your own. DATE

DAY

April 11

Sat

TIME

9 am–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$39

NONRES.

$44

Min: 12; Max: 21

Earth Day: Hidden Walkways of Golden Gate Park Ages 50–older

Casino Mania: Red Hawk Ages 50–older

Casino Mania stop number three takes us to Placerville, CA and the Red Hawk Casino. Check out Red Hawk’s World-Class gaming floor, dedicated nonsmoking gaming area, and five premium restaurants. Trip includes: Transportation. Lunch and exploring on your own. DATE

DAY

March 27

Fri

Min: 12; Max: 21

TIME

8:30 am–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$19

NONRES.

$24

It is said you need to visit Golden Gate Park every day for a month to walk all the hidden trails. To celebrate Earth Day, we will explore via bus and walking the best gardens and pathways in the park. Some familiar sights will also be options such as the Japanese Tea Garden (with the cherry blossoms in bloom) and a view of the park from the deYoung Museum tower. Our drive through the park will be culminated with views of the crashing waves of the Pacific Ocean and a glimpse into the past with lunch at the Cliff House. Tour includes: Transportation and professional tour guide. Lunch is on your own. DATE

DAY

April 22

Wed

TIME

9 am–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$39

NONRES.

$44

Min: 12; Max: 21

activity guide Winter/Spring 2015

Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PAGE 64

boomers & beyond

Casino Mania: Cache Creek Casino Resort

Lunch Troupe

Senior Travel Lunch Troupe Join in on this new part of the Senior Travel Troupe as we explore and enjoy lunch at some of our area’s finest dining destinations. Hop aboard our bus with family, friends and other food connoisseurs for an afternoon of good food, good company and great fun! All trips include transportation. Lunch and exploring are on your own.

San Jose’s San Pedro Square

Burlingame Downtown

Ages 50–older

At San Pedro Square, discover something for every taste bud and budget, from burgers to Bolognese and Sake to Sauvignon Blanc. Trip includes: Transportation. Exploring, shopping and lunch are on your own.

Burlingame Downtown is a long street of many and varied shops from unique and unusual to trendy and upscale and mixed in between is a handful of neighborhood type shops and eateries. The long street makes for a great stroll and enjoyable people watching from an outdoor café. Trip includes: Transportation. Exploring, shopping and lunch are on your own.

DATE

DAY

January 23

Fri

TIME

9:30 am–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$19

NONRES.

$24

Min: 12; Max: 21

San Francisco Chinatown

DATE

DAY

March 2

Mon

TIME

10 am–3 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$19

NONRES.

$24

Min: 12; Max: 21

Ages 50–older

San Francisco Chinatown is the largest Chinese community on the West Coast, and the second largest in the United States, surpassed only by New York City. Chinatown is best mid-day when all the shops are open and streets are busy. It will be another great day to socialize with friends on another Lunch Troupe outing. Trip Includes: Transportation. Exploring, shopping and lunch are on your own. DATE

DAY

February 25

Wed

TIME

10:30 am–3 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Min: 12; Max: 21

$19

NONRES.

$24

Downtown St. Helena Ages 50–older

No matter where you dine in Downtown St. Helena, it’s the focus on care and detail that will make your meal stand out. Feast on organic fare raised sustainably on a local farm, try classic dishes at an establishment affectionately known as “America’s best diner”or simply rely on the local deli savant to recommend the perfect cheese to go with that bottle of wine–fine dining comes in many forms in St. Helena. Trip includes: Transportation. Exploring, shopping and lunch are on your own. DATE

DAY

April 17

Fri

Min: 12; Max: 21

TIME

9:30 am–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$19

NONRES.

$24

The

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City of Albany

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We are excited to announce the addition of extended vacations to our program. This is a great opportunity to travel with friends and family to enticing travel destinations around the world with confidence that you’re doing so with the Albany Senior Travel Troupe. Avoid the hassles of booking a vacation with our worry-free “one-stop traveling”. Sign up for your dream destinations and leave the worrying to us. We offer a program with no membership fees, high quality all inclusive packages, competitive prices and the most important part: traveling with someone you know! We hope you can take advantage of these exciting, upcoming vacations.

Las Vegas & Death Valley Discovery

Yellowstone & the Wild West

Natural Wonders of Costa Rica

Ages 50–older

We start our “Wild West” adventure in Salt Lake City, UT “The City of Saints” founded by Brigham Young in 1847. After our day in Salt Lake it’s off to Jackson, WY to take in such spectacular sites like the National Museum of Wildlife Art and National Elk Refuge. Of course we’ll see Yellowstone National Park, Yellowstone Lake and the most famous feature, Old Faithful Geyser.

Grab your camera and get ready for a wonderful vacation to Costa Rica! Witness bountiful wildlife in their natural habitat, enjoy relaxing dips in ecothermal hot springs, and learn about the Costa Rican culture on this thrilling adventure. Our itinerary is full of the best sights Costa Rica has to offer including: Poas Vocano National Park, Selvatura Park & Hanging Bridges, Sarchi Artisan Village and so much more!

7 Days: July 24, 2015

9 Days: November 4, 2015

Trip Includes: Roundtrip Airfare, Ground Transfers, 9 Meals (6 breakfasts & 3 dinners), Motorcoach Transportation on Tours, Admissions per Itinerary, Sightseeing per Itinerary, Hotel Transfers, Baggage Handling.

Trip Includes: Roundtrip Airfare, Ground Transfers, 18 Meals (8 breakfasts, 3 lunches & 7 dinners), Motorcoach Transportation on Tours, Admissions per Itinerary, Sightseeing per Itinerary, Hotel Transfers, Baggage Handling.

Cost: $2145 per person, double occupancy; $750 single supplement. Deposit: $300 per person. Final payment due May 8, 2015.

Cost: $2945 per person, double occupancy; $700 single supplement. Deposit: $300 per person. Final payment due August 21, 2015.

Please make checks payable to Premier World Discovery. Cancellation Waiver is available for additional fee.

Ages 50–older

Las Vegas is filled with exciting theme casino resorts, amazing shopping opportunities, spectacular nearby sightseeing and much more. Plus experience one of the United State’s most unique National Parks – Death Valley. Known for its vast salt flats, beautiful sand dunes, and maze-like canyons, Death Valley is a surprise discovery for most visitors. 6 Days: March 8, 2015 Trip Includes: Roundtrip Airfare, Ground Transfers, 6 Meals (4 breakfasts & 2 dinners), Motorcoach Transportation on Tours, Admissions per Itinerary, Sightseeing per Itinerary, Hotel Transfers, Baggage Handling. Cost: $1475 per person, double occupancy; $400 single supplement. Deposit: $300 per person. Final payment due December 23, 2014. Please make checks payable to Premier World Discovery. Cancellation Waiver is available for additional fee.

activity guide Winter/Spring 2015

Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PAGE 64

Extended Vacations

Senior Travel Troupe Extended Vacations

senior events

HOLIDAY DINNER

Friends of Albany Seniors

Fundraisers

Friday, December 19 • 4–5 pm • $5 Celebrate the holiday spirit with us! Enjoy great food, entertainment, friendly company and a festive atmosphere! Sign-up at the front desk and pay at the door.

to support the Albany Senior Center

ALBANY SENIOR RESOURCE FAIR Thursday, April 16 • 10 am–1 pm • Free Join us for the 7th Annual Senior Resource Fair in Albany. Representatives from different organizations that provide assistance to seniors and caregivers will be on hand to share information on housing, healthcare, transportation and more. Free health checks, demonstrations and presentations will also be take place at the event. OLDER AMERICANS MONTH HIGH TEA Thursday, May 21 • 12–2 pm • $5 Join us for this very special event honoring Older Americans. Come have tea and light refreshments while listening to wonderful entertainment. Decorate your table, create a unique centerpiece and bring your favorite teacups. Prizes will be awarded for best tables. Reserve your table now at the Senior Center. Reservation deadline is Friday, May 15. Admission fee includes tea and refreshments.

Night at the Oscars Sunday, February 22 • 4–9 pm • $20 (Includes 3-course dinner) Come walk down the “red carpet” at the Albany Senior Center to our “Dolby Theater” as we present the 87th Annual Academy Awards, live from Los Angeles! Champagne Welcome Reception • Live Jazz music • 3-Course dinner • Swag bag give-a-ways • High-definition projection screen • Raffle • Many more surprises Maximum capacity is 40 guests so get your ticket early by calling the Senior Center.

Albany Senior Center

Community Shuttle

Keeping seniors active & engaged The Albany Senior Center Community Shuttle takes adults age 50+ on walking tours and day trips, and provides regular, free door-to-door grocery shopping trips for Albany residents age 60+. Registration is required for all programs. The Albany Senior Center Community Shuttle is funded by the Alameda County Transportation Authority.

City of Albany

Pancake Breakfast

Join the Friends of Albany Seniors for breakfast prepared especially for you by Albany firefighters. Saturday, February 28 9 am–1 pm $8 Adults, $5 Children 6 and under. ($9/$6 if purchased after 2/1/14)

White Elephant & Bake Sale! The Friends of the Albany Senior Center invite you to find great bargains at this yearly fundraiser. There will be toys, jewelry, books, baked goods and more! Saturday, April 25 • 9 am–2 pm Now accepting items! Electronics, typewriters, clothing or furniture will be not be accepted.

Albany Senior Center 846 Masonic Avenue, Albany Call the Albany Senior Center today for more details!

(510) 524-9122

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sponsor

arts committee Earth's Requital, 2013 etching and aquatint 6×6"

Ba r b ra R o g e r s Ne w and repurposed: Th e A b st ract I m ag e i n P r i n t January 9–April 6 • Opening Reception: January 11, 4–6 pm Albany Community Center Foyer Artist Barbara Rogers is presenting a series of abstract color prints. Many of the works use a variety of intaglio and relief techniques. Barbara attended California College of Arts and Crafts where she earned an MFA degree. Her work has been exhibited in many venues most recently a solo show at Manna Gallery in Oakland. Barbara has been creating her prints in her Oakland studio for the past twenty years.

about the Galle ry

The Albany Community Center Art Gallery is supported by the City of Albany and managed by the Albany Arts Committee. The Albany Arts Committee sponsors four art shows per year and each exhibit runs for approximately three months. The Gallery has played host to wonderful and talented artists from Albany and our neighboring cities. We would like to give a special thanks to two local businesses, La Vie en Rose and Design-a-Sign, who generously contribute to each show.

Applying to the Gallery To be considered for a show, complete the Art Gallery Exhibit Application (available at albanyca.org/arts) and submit the application with the requested documents, printed images of your work and a nonrefundable application fee of $20 to the attention of the Arts Committee at the Albany Community Center by August 31, 2015. The Arts Committee reviews applications at their September meeting each year.

City of Albany

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Get a behind-the-scenes look at city government! Thursday Evenings, 6:45–9 pm April 2–May 14, 2015 (7 sessions) Albany City Hall 1000 San Pablo Avenue, Albany The final session will be a graduation ceremony at the City of Albany council meeting held on Monday, May 18, 2014. Online registration: www.albanyca.org/ACA

activity guide Winter/Spring 2015

civics academy

2015 Albany Civics Academy

City government touches so many facets of our everyday lives—from the streets we drive on to the parks we play in. We know that City Council meets twice a month, and that in an emergency help is only minutes away. But exactly how does your city operate? And how can residents contribute more to its success? The Albany Civics Academy will provide an interesting perspective into the workings of the city and engage participants in a hands-on overview of city government. Over the course of the program, participants will learn about how decisions are made, where funds are allocated and gain an enhanced understanding of the organizational structure and operations of the various city departments that impact the quality of life in Albany. The City of Albany believes that when residents are better informed about how their city operates, how decisions are made and how funds are allocated they will make better decisions about the future of their city. Therefore

the objectives of the Albany Civics Academy are: 1. To involve and engage residents in learning about and understanding the operation of city government, and to improve communication between the city and those who live and work here. 2. To provide insight into how decisions are made, how city funds are allocated, and how city departments operate. 3. To empower and encourage a larger number of residents to become more civically engaged in the future decisions effecting Albany’s quality of life. Who can apply? Residents who are interested in applying for the Albany Civics Academy need to complete the online application by March 23, 2015. The fee for the program is $10. Priority will be given to Albany residents 17 years or older. Albany business owners will be accepted, space permitting. The ACA will be limited to 22 participants.

Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PAGE 64

Filmfest & Kalb Films! Fun! Popcorn! Albany FilmFest & Gala, March 20–21, 2015 The 5th Annual Albany FilmFest is getting ready for it's close-up. We’ve been building community and to encouraging creative expression and conversation since 2011. Four years of innovative films and community engagement (free popcorn!) has set a level of quality we are proud of. We are especially proud of our expanding year-round program of special film presentations and workshops for all ages. Be part of this much-lauded national festival and cozy community event: Submit a Film: All ages, all genres. There is a category for your short (or really short) film. We take filmmakers seriously: Every submission is reviewed by at least two members of our selection team and finalists are sent to our judges. Are you from Albany and inspired by our town? Our special “My Own Private Albany” category needs you! Volunteer: It takes an urban village like Albany to put on a film festival. We need you. You will never work harder or have more fun than you will as a member of our crew. Be a Financial- or In-Kind Partner: We draw our audience from all over the Bay Area. The San Francisco Chronicle has featured us in its weekend events, and the East Bay Express has repeatedly included us in its list of “5 Best Things to Do This Weekend”. As part of every sponsor package your logo will be featured on all of our marketing materials and social media. Watch films! Come and enjoy the wide variety of films for all ages, the friendly ambience, and the free popcorn. AFF is a volunteer project of the City of Albany’s Community Media Access Committee in conjunction with the City of Albany and cable channel KALB. We are partnered with the non-profit Albany Community Foundation (ACF), which supports projects and activities that promote volunteerism and community spirit. ACF receives monetary donations on behalf of Albany FilmFest. Donations to the ACF are tax deductible to the extent permitted by law. 46 For more

You can make it! And we want to see it! KALB and the Community Media Access Community Need Your Voice and Vision Community media gives you a voice in your community, a chance to share your personal vision. KALB and the Community Media Access Committee (CMAC) support community access television as a way for Albany citizens to share in the political and social life of their community and as a vehicle for self-expression and communication. Our mission is to provide a public forum for expression reflecting the diverse backgrounds, views, and interests of Albany citizens. KALB is Albany’s very own TV station, presenting a wide variety of public programming: local sports, music, health services, films, seasonal parades, talk shows, weird movies, poetry, public meetings, and Albany events. In conjunction with CMAC, KALB also presents community workshops, classes, author and artist talks, and the annual Albany FilmFest (albanyfilmfest.org) every March. Check our website (kalb33.org) for upcoming events. The City of Albany cablecasts KALB 24/7 on Comcast Ch. 33 (in Albany) and AT&T U-Verse ch. 99. No TV? Watch public meetings, videos, and other local shows in HD at Youtube.com/AlbanyKALB or streaming live at albanyca.org/KALB and kalb33.org. Be part of our KALB family. Make a show, film an event, or volunteer for our TV crew. Show us how Albany looks from your point of view. It can be as easy as making a cell phone video. If you don't know how but want to learn, our Make-aMovie workshops can teach you the basics. You could even enter your film in the Albany FilmFest! If you would like to learn how you can air a show on on our media outlets, volunteer for our crew, or just learn more about KALB and Albany media, please email KALB Manager Jeremy Allen at jeallen@albanyca.org or call 510-559-4272.

CityusofatAlbany recreation & community services information, visit www.albanyfilmfest.org or contact info@albanyfilmfest.org

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@the center Join us for live music, movies, demonstrations, lectures and events at the Albany Community Center. For details and schedule visit www.albanyca.org/@theCenter

Noon Year's Eve Wednesday, Dec. 31 • 11 am–1 pm Is it tough to keep the kids awake past 9 pm on December 31st? This year celebrate New Year’s Eve fun at the familyfriendly hour of Noon! We encourage K–5th grade children and their families to stop by for arts, crafts, activities, trivia, celebratory ball drop, goodies and countdown to Noon. This is a free event. Ring in 2015 Albany style!

PechaKucha vol. 4: Resolutions Friday, Jan 30 • 7–8:30 pm • Free Resolutions are all around us–we make resolutions, we seek out resolutions and we stare at resolutions! This year let’s explore resolutions together at the 4th installment of Albany’s massively popular PechaKucha. The first PechaKucha Night was held in Tokyo in 2003 as an event for young designers to meet, network and show their work in public. PechaKucha’s are informal and fun gatherings where creative people get together and share their ideas, works, thoughts–just about anything, really–in the PechaKcha 20x20 format. Pechakucha 20x20 is a simple presentation format–20 slides, 20 seconds each. Check out the action at www. pechakucha.org. Think you’ve got what it takes to present at Albany’s PechaKucha Night? Contact Liam Kelly at lkelly@albanyca.org.

Chocolate Making with Local Chocolatiers

Swingin’ Cats in Cool Jazz Hats: Jazz Appreciation Showcase

Fridays, Feb. 20 & 27 • 6:30–8:30 pm $55 • Register in advance, 524-9283

Friday, Apr. 24 • 7–9 pm • $10

Join us for an amazing Master Class on making gourmet truffles and bonbons with Clive Brown, Chocolatier at The Xocolate Bar on Solano Ave. This intimate event offers hands-on instruction in tempering chocolate, making and piping ganache centers, molded chocolates and hand-dipping caramels and marshmallows. All participants will take home a 12 pc box of chocolates, including flavors made in class ($22 value) as well as professional tips and recipes. This class is likely to sell out so we’ve added a bonus date. Don’t forget to bring your favorite apron!

April is Jazz Appreciation Month! From ragtime to modern stylings, Michael Reilly and his band of local Jazz favorites will surely delight music lovers of all ages with classic standards and favorites. History and humor are sure to be a part of this family-friendly event that hopes to shed light on “America’s sound” that even the coolest jazz cat can appreciate. The show will include two 45-minute sets. A question and answer period will follow the second set. Light refreshments available!

Albany Celebrity Game Night Friday, Mar. 27 • 7–8:30 pm • Free The City of Albany is hosting its very own version of Celebrity Game Night. Your host for the evening is the hilarious and talented Blaine Flynch. Teams will be comprised of 4 Albanians–1 teacher, 1 City staff member, 1 resident and 1 wild card! Blaine will take our contestants through a series of raucous team games that require knowledge of pop culture and thinking quickly on your feet. As the audience, you will be asked to help along the way. Join us for a wacky night of hilarity and wittiness!

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Songs on Solano

Celebrate Noon Year’s Eve Wednesday, December 31, 2014 11 am–1 pm Albany Community Center Hall

Noon year’s Eve. What: Noon Year’s Eve Celebration When: Dec 31st 11:00am Where: Albany Community Center, 1249 Marin Ave Albany, Ca 94706 This Event is Free!!!!

for kids (and parents who can’t stay awake past 9 pm)

* Friday, December 12, 2014

Is it tough to keep the kids awake past 9pm on December 31st? This year celebrate New Year’s Eve fun at the family friendly hour of NOON! Albany Recreation and Community Services present Noon Year’s Eve at the Community Center, Dec 31st at 11:00am – 1:00pm. We encourage Kindergarten – 5th grade children and their families to stop by for: arts, crafts, activities, trivia, celebratory ball drop, goodies and so much more. Ring in the 2014 Albany style!

At noon we will drop the ball! Free party kits, craft stations and music!

6:30 pm * Wear a scarf and meet at the corner of Solano & Stannage *

Holiday Fixit Clinic The Gift of Giving Through Fixing Saturday, December 13 • 12–3 pm • FREE Fix your broken stuff—or at least learn more about disassembling it. In the spirit of the holidays, the Fixit Clinic elves will be on hand to spread holiday cheer helping you fix that special item for a loved one. Bring your broken, non-functioning things (electronics, appliances, computers, toys, etc.) for assessment, disassembly, and possible repair. We'll provide workspace, specialty tools, and guidance to help you troubleshoot your item. Whether we fix it or not, you will learn more about how it was manufactured and how it worked. This is a familyfriendly event: children are heartily invited! b r i n g: 1) Your broken or non-working thing (carry-in only: no oversize items) 2) Accessories and tools that might be helpful (e.g. Phillips screwdriver) 3) Any knowledge or advance research you've done on the issue 4) Boxes, bags and/or small containers to organize (and carry away) parts.

Walk-ins are always welcome but please register in advance at http://goo.gl/qTzh9J www.fixitclinic.org Interested in helping others at the Holiday Fixit Clinic? Email fixitclinic@gmail.com.

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Events Sports Equipment Swap

Join in Albany's community-wide

Thursday, February 19 • 6:30–8:30 pm Albany Community Center Rooms 1 & 2

CL OTH IN G SWA P Thursday, January 22, 2014 • 7:30 pm Albany Community Center, Rooms 1& 2

NEW! Bring clothes you'd like to repair or alter. In collaboration with the Fixit Clinic, we will have people and tools to help you bring your old clothes back to life, reacquaint yourself with your sewing machine and perhaps even help you repair your non-working sewing machine! Bring your clothes to swap, your working (or non-working) sewing machine, sewing notions (thread, buttons, patches, pins, etc.), and any fabric items you want to mend. If you don't have a sewing machine, we will have some you can use. Walkins are always welcome, but please register in advance so the Fix-it Clinic folks can prepare: http://goo.gl/qTzh9J

Children grow like weeds…we know this. Instead of purchasing new shin guards or a baseball glove this year, participate in the Albany Sports Equipment Swap. Bring your gently used sports paraphernalia that you no longer use and exchange them for items that fit your needs for this year! Perhaps your child wants to try a new sport this season. Not a problem–at the Sports Equipment Swap, you can exchange your soccer cleats for volleyball knee pads! Leftover equipment will be donated. Examples of items to donate/exchange: Baseball: gloves, bats, balls. Volleyball: knee pads, balls. Soccer: shin guards, cleats, shorts, socks. Tennis: rackets. Lacrosse: stick, ball, gloves, pads. Basketball: ball, shorts, jerseys. For more information contact Nick Jordan, njordan@albanyca.org.

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Events

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Tool Pool Need a Tool? The Tool Pool is up and running! Do you need some extra tools for that fall garden project? How about a sledgehammer when all you have is finishing hammer? Don’t go out an buy a tool, we want to share ours.

Run Every Sunday 8 am · Suzette Crêpe Cafe, 1226 Solano Ave. Both short & long courses

New route(s) each week

Visit myturn.albany.com/library and check-out a tool from our growing inventory. Tools are available for one-week rentals. We are also accepting tool donations at anytime. Check out www.albanyca.org/ toolpool for an interface tutorial. For more information contact Liam Kelly at lkelly@albanyca.org.

Earth Day Celebration & Cleanup Saturday, April 18, 2015 9 am–12:30 pm Meet at the foot of Buchanan Street. Join the City of Albany and the Watershed Project for a waterfront cleanup in celebration of Earth Day! Wear sturdy shoes, a hat and sunscreen, and bring your own reusable water bottle and gloves if you have them. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please consider riding a bike or walking to the event! Visit www.albanyca.org/greenalbany for more information.

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Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PAGE 64

events

Blood Drive

Walk ’n Roll to School Day

Friday, March 27 • 9 am–2 pm Albany Community Center

1st Wednesday of every month

Albany students should make sure to walk to school on the first Wednesday of the month (or more) and get treats through the City’s Safe Routes to School Program. Walking or biking to school keeps kids healthy, reduces pollution, and cuts down on congestion around schools, making it even safer for pedestrians and cyclists in our city!

Please mark your calendars for the upcoming Red Cross Blood Drive at the Albany Community Center. We ask that you register online to secure a time slot. It’s easy simply log on to www.redcrossblood.org, click on “Enter a Sponsor Code” and enter “Albany”.

Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Course Tuesdays, March 3–April 21 • 6–9 pm • Free CERT training gives you the practical skills to put out a fire, perform disaster medicine, and conduct a light search & rescue. But more importantly, it teaches you to how to make smart decisions. You will learn: • How to use a fire extinguisher • How to build cribbing to lift a heavy object • How to disaster medicine and how to save lives

Sign-up today, class limited to 20 participants! Contact Karina Tindol to register: ktindol@albanyca.org • (510) 528-5755

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City Hall Police Department Fire Department

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Public Library 3 Senior Center 4 Memorial Park

Teen Center 5 Terrace Park 6 Ocean View Park

Friendship Club 7 Albany Hill Park 8 Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tot Lot 9 S.F. Bay Trail 10 Albany Waterfront

Eastshore State Park

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Neighborhoods

A r o u n d Yo u r B lo c k Feel like you didn’t know about a public meeting, street repair on your block or the dog park going in across the street? Sign-up for the City of Albany’s E-Notification system and get information and updates going on Around Your Block.

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Signing up is easy: 1. Locate your house on Around Your Block Neighborhood Map (above). 2. Go to www.albanyca.org/aroundyourblock 3. Follow the instructions on the page.

Anytime a news or calendar item is added to the City’s website, if it affects your neighborhood, you will get an email. Simple as that!

www.albanyca.org/aroundyourblock

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Volunteers

landscaping volunteers needed (Green thumb not required) Begin the fall by joining on of our volunteer programs in Albany: • Friends of Albany Parks • Weed Warriors For more information about the programs visit www.albanyca.org/volunteer.

Albany’s Volunteer Corps was established to match qualified volunteers with various City departments in need of assistance for special projects, events and day-to-day tasks. Volunteers gain hands-on experience in City government, serve their community, develop a sense of community pride, enhance the City’s programs in a cost-efficient manner, establish a sense of teamwork and meet other community members. Listed here are some of the events and projects where you can lend a hand throughout the year. For more information and specifics about items listed contact Liam Kelly at lkelly@albanyca.org or visit www.albanyca.org/volunteer.

VO L UN T EERS

UPCOMING OPPORTUNITIES Dec: Noon Year's Eve, Sr. Center Holiday Dinner, Songs on Solano, Sr. Center Holiday Market, Tool Pool Jan: MLK Week, @theCenter, Clothing Swap, Tool Pool

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ONGOING PROJECTS Weed Warriors • Storm Drain Stenciling • Tree Planting Program • Albany Hill AdoptA-Trail Program • Friends of Albany Parks Friends of Dartmouth Tot Lot • Meals on Wheels Driver • Senior Front Desk • Brown Bag Program • Neighborhood Block Captains

Feb: Sr. Center Pancake Breakfast, Chinese New Year, Tool Pool, @theCenter Mar: Friends of Albany Parks, @theCenter, Blood Drive, Tool Pool Apr: Friends of Albany Parks, @theCenter, Earth Day Waterfront Clean-up, Tool Pool

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Holi day R ecyc li n g Ti ps

Earth Ho ur

What do you do with all of the holiday waste that is generated this time of the year? Here are a few tips: • Recycle your holiday tree on your regular collection day during the month of January. Visit www.albanyca.org/albanyrecycles. • Reuse wrapping materials-keep ribbons and bows for next year, save money and help the environment. • Recycle batteries curbside ontop of your recycle bin. Visit www.albanyca.org/hhw for special instructions. • Recycle polystyrene foam at the El Cerrito Recycling Center. • Dispose of Fats, Oils and Grease (FOG) from holiday meal by pouring cooled FOG into a sturdy paper container or egg carton and dispose into your green organics cart.

Saturday, March 28 • 8:30–9:30 pm

Earth Day Wate r fro nt Clean Up Saturday, April 18 • 9 am–12:30 pm • Albany Beach Join the City of Albany and the Watershed Project for a waterfront cleanup in celebration of Earth Day! Wear sturdy shoes, a hat and sunscreen, and bring your own reusable water bottle and gloves if you have them. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please consider riding a bike or walking to the event. www.albanyca.org/ greenalbany. Com post Giveaway Sunday, May 3 • 11 am–4 pm • Memorial Park The City of Albany is giving away two bags of WM EarthCare Homegrown Compost per household at the Albany Arts & Green Festival. Make sure to come early because this giveaway will be first-come, first-serve. Albany residents qualify as long as you show your driver's license or Waste Management bill. Compost is 100% local, made from your own Bay Area yard trimmings and residential food scraps. Pick-up compost at the edge of the Park on Carmel Avenue. An additional giveaway will be held over the summer. www.albanyca. org/compostgiveaways.

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Turn off your lights for Earth Hour 2015. Earth Hour is an event that urges communities to switch off their lights for an hour each March in a symbolic gesture to inspire people to take action on climate change, visit www.earthhour.org. O cean Vie w Communit y Organic Gar d en weekly “Open Gar d en” Sundays • 11 am–1 pm The Ocean View Community Organic Garden serves Albany citizens who live in apartments or condos with little space to grow food. We strive to foster a spirit of community, with gardeners growing and sharing organic fruit, produce, herbs, and flowers. The garden is located in Ocean View Park at 900 Buchanan Street behind the tennis courts. Join us during our weekly “Open Garden” on Sundays from 11 am–1 pm, whenever the garden gates are open. Cit ywid e Garag e Sale Saturday, May 9 • 9 am–3 pm Applications will be available at www.albanyca. org/greenalbany in March and are due no later than Friday, April 17. The Citywide Garage Sale listings and maps will be available in late April on the website and at City Hall, the Community Center and Senior Center. Pharmaceutical Co llectio n B in Albany Senior Center Residents can now safely dispose of unwanted medications for free by bringing them to the Albany Senior Center. The medication disposal bin is located in the lobby and is accessible during their regular business hours. Disposing of your unwanted medicines at this site is free. The East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD) collects pollution prevention fees from wastewater customers to help fund this program.

Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PAGE 64

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GREEN THINGS FOR YOU

friends of parks The Friends of Albany Parks program encourages community members to get involved with the care, maintenance and beautification of their favorite neighborhood park. Park Gala events provide social gatherings geared toward developing ideas for park improvement and getting residents involved with park maintenance. They help foster a better sense of community and build social capital as neighbors meet and work together. The Galas also provide an opportunity to volunteer for specific park maintenance tasks.

Friends of Albany Parks members will meet for a Clean-Up Day after the Gala. Each member who attends the Clean-Up Day will receive an official Friends of A lbany Parks T-shirt. Additional events will be announced in the Summer 2015 Activity Guide. For more information contact Liam Kelly at lkelly@albanyca. org or visit www.albanyca.org/volunteer. Special thanks to the Albany Community Foundation, Volunteers from the Memorial Park Edible Garden and Friends of Five Creeks for their partnership.

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It’s Picnic Time! MEMORIAL PARK

OCEAN VIEW PARK

Memorial Park picnic area is located next to the ball field that includes a large, twosided, stone BBQ. The East Side has four picnic tables, one small BBQ, and one side of the large BBQ. The East Side can be reserved for $16 per hour for residents and $18 per hour for nonresidents. The West Side has five picnic tables, two small BBQs, and one side of the large BBQ. The West Side can be reserved for $20 per hour for residents and $22 per hour for nonresidents. Both East and West sides can be reserved for $36 per hour for residents and $38 per hour for non-residents.

The Ocean View Park picnic area features six picnic areas available for reservation or you can rent the entire area. The picnic area is located among beautiful Redwoods and the Ocean View Community Garden. The play area is spacious and features all-new swings and climbing structures! Please call for pricing and information or see the picnic area diagram the City website at www.albanyca.org/rec.

TERRACE PARK Terrace Park has five picnic tables, two BBQs, and a permanent restroom with a beautifully designed tile mural on the outside of the new restroom structure. The Terrace Park picnic area may be reserved for $20 per hour for residents and $22 per hour for non-residents.

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Dogs in Albany’s Parks Dogs are allowed in Memorial Park Section B, seven days per week from 11 am–8 pm. Dogs are not allowed on the main ball field. New Solar Compactors at Albany Parks New Recycling Bins in the Parks: Ocean View and Terrace Parks have new Big Belly Triple Stations for trash, recycling and organic waste. It is the first opportunity for park users to correctly sort and compost their organic waste (apple cores, pizza boxes, paper plates).

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Facilities

For Rent Albany Facilities

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Block Parties & Picnic Rentals

Memorial Park Facility

The Albany Community Center features a large community room complete with a commercial-style kitchen and outdoor patio. The room is equipped with special sound and lighting for a stage or dance floor, drop down projector screen for presentations, and a variety of tables and chairs for any event setup. This room is a very popular place for wedding receptions, parties and banquets throughout the year. Call Nick Jordan for a complete price quote and information at 559-7225.

Start planning for your spring block partyget together with friends and family. Organizing a Block Party or picnic in the park is a great way enjoy the warm weather. Invite the Albany Fire Department to make a presentation about disaster preparedness and we will waive the $26 fee. Call Jess Cosby at 559-7217 for information regarding picnic rentals or to initiate a block party application.

Located in the heart of Albany in Memorial Park (1331 Portland Avenue), this facility is great place for a youth birthaday party featuring a TV, pool table, foosball table, outdoor patio, kitchen area and Memorial Park playground right out the door. It is available for rental on weekends only between 10 amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;7 pm (4-hour minimum). The facility is only available for youth parties for children ages 2â&#x20AC;&#x201C;12 years old with a parent to child ratio of 10:1. For a detailed quote contact Nick Jordan at (510) 559-7225.

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Tennis courts may be reserved by the public for reservations starting at 9 am daily. Players may reserve courts up to two weeks in advance; fees depend on residency and day reserved. You can now purchase a half or full year tennis light access code. Come to the Recreation Office (Community Center, 1249 Marin Avenue) to make a reservation.

The Albany Senior Center is a wonderful place to host a meeting, party, banquet or get-together. The Center has one large room with a kitchen and one small room. Call Sid Schoenfeld at the Senior Center, 524-9122 for availability and a price quote.

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tennis courts

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City Contacts

Community Contacts

City Administration . . . . . . . . . . . (510) 528-5710 City Attorney. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 528-5858 City Clerk. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 528-5710 City Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 559-7250 Community Development. . . . . . . . . . . . . 528-5760 Finance/City Treasurer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 528-5730 Fire & Emergency Medical Services . . . . . . 528-5770 City Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 524-9543 Human Resources. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 528-5714 Police . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 525-7300 Recreation & Community Services. . . . . . . 524-9283 Friendship Club/Childcare Program. . . . . . 559-7220 Teen Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 559-7225 Senior Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 524-9122 Jobline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 528-5777

Albany/Berkeley Soccer Club. . . . . . . . . . 526-3912 Chamber of Commerce. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 525-1771 Albany Education Foundation. . . . . . . . . . 558-6823 Albany Kidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Corner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 526-7637 Albany Library. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 526-3720 Albany Little League . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 526-1404 Albany Lions Baseball. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 559-9148 Berkeley Lions Fall Tackle Football . . . . . . 528-4756 Berkeley Lions Winter Flag Football. . . . . . 528-4756 Albany Preschool. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 527-6403 Albany Pool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 559-6640 Albany Unified School District. . . . . . . . . 558-3750 Albany YMCA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 525-1130 Friends of the Albany Library. . . . . . 526-3720 x 26 Albany Memorial Veterans Building. . . . . . 525-9316 University Village Recreation. . . . . . . . . . 524-4926 Waste Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 613-8710 Parking Ticket Payments. . . . . . . . (925) 335-8550

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Chelle Putzer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Staff Liaison Alene Pearson. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chair Tod Abbott. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice Chair Eytan Urbas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Eddy So . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Gary Class. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Vacant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Vacant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 7:00 pm, City Hall, Council Chambers

Brad Griffith. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Staff Liaison John Tonkin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member John Kartychack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Meets (as needed) at 7:30 pm, Albany Community Center

Liam Kelly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Staff Liaison Peter Goodman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chair Brandon Loveland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice Chair Sheri Spellwoman. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Jules Kobelin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Sheryl Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Jacqueline Armstrong. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Vacant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Meets the 2nd Monday of each month at 7 pm, City Hall, Council Chambers

Charter Review Committee

Nicole Almaguer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Staff Liaison Lisa Schneider. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chair Alan Eckert. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice Chair Gabriel Baty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Caryl O'Keefe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Preston Jordan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Meets the 4th Monday of every other month at 7:30 pm, City Hall, Admin. Conference Room

Albany Library Board

Ronnie Davis. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Staff Liaison Karen Leeburg. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chair Rosalie Gonzales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Karen McKeown. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Alan Riffer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Henry Olson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Meets the 3rd Tuesday of every odd-numbered month at 7 pm, Albany Library, Edith Stone Room Traffic & Safety Commission

Aleida Andrino-Chavez . . . . . . . . . . . Staff Liaison Farid Javandel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chair Ken McCroskey. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice Chair Harry Chomsky. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Peggy McQuaid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Susan Reeves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Meets the 4th Thursday of every month at 7 pm, City Hall, Council Chambers

Community Media Access Committee

Jeremy Allen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Staff Liaison Jack Kenny. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chair Terry Lamb. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice Chair Naomi Sigal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Robert Nelson. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Vacant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Vacant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Vacant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Meets on the 4th Monday of each month at 6 pm, City Hall, Council Chambers

Please Note: Committee/Commission members may have changed after the printing of this guide. We would like to thank all of the members of the City's advisory bodies (listed above) for their service to the community.

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Albany Community Center 1249 Marin Avenue (510) 524-9283 Hours: 8:30 am–6:30 pm, Mondays & Tuesdays 8:30 am–5 pm Wed. & Thur.; 8:30 am–Noon Fridays Chelle Putzer, Recreation & Community Services Director Eva Phalen, Recreation Supervisor Jess Cosby, Nick Jordan, and Rosemarie Chu, Recreation Coordinators Eleanore Adams, Adult Sports Coordinator Liam Kelly & Emmanuel Tecuatl, Recreation Project Assistants Albany Friendship Club 900 Buchanan (Ocean View Park) (510) 559-7220 1331 Portland Ave (Memorial Park) (510) 525-0576 Hours: 1:55–6 pm, Monday–Friday Summer Hours: 8 am–6 pm, Monday–Friday Brad Griffith, Recreation Supervisor

Albany Teens@842 Center 842 Masonic Avenue (510) 559-7225 Hours: 3–6 pm, Monday–Friday Johanna Jenkins, Recreation Leader Albany Senior Center 846 Masonic Avenue (510) 524-9122 Hours: 9 am–5 pm, Monday–Friday Isabelle Leduc, Senior & Human Services Manager Robin Mariona, Recreation Coordinator Sid Schoenfeld, Recreation Coordinator Albany Parks

Ocean View Park . . . . . . . . 900 Buchanan Street Tennis, Tennis Hitting Wall, Basketball, Softball, Soccer, Picnic, Friendship Club, Playground, Community Garden Memorial Park . . . . . . . . . 1325 Portland Avenue Tennis, Basketball, Baseball/Softball, Soccer, Playground, Picnic, Friendship Club

Isabelle Leduc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Staff Liaison Robert Lieber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chair Paul O'Curry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice Chair Margie Marks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Ellen Zweben. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Bart Grossman. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Meets the 1st Tuesday of each odd month at 7:30 pm, City Hall, Council Chambers Planning & Zoning Commission

Anne Hersch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Staff Liaison Doug Donaldson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chair Nick Pilch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice Chair Stacey Eisenmann . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member David Arkin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Phillip Moss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Meets the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month at 7 pm, City Hall, Council Chambers

Police & Fire Pension Board

Kim Denton. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chair Nicole Almaguer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice Chair Joanne Wile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Dustyn Wiggins. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Archie Stirling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Meets the last Tuesday of the month at 10 am, City Hall, Conference Room Sustainability Committee

Claire Griffing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Staff Liaison Max Wei. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chair Charles Blanchard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice Chair Thomas Cooper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Robert Uhrhammer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Janet Smith-Heimer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Dan Lieberman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Vacant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Third Wednesday of each month at 7:30 pm, City Hall, Administration Conference Room

Civil Service Board

Aaron Walker. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Staff Liaison Jack Rosano . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chair Robert Cheasty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Jeri Holan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member David Rudiak. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Abby Ridley-Kerr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Meets on the 1st Monday of every odd-numbered month (as needed) at 6 pm, City Hall

online

www.albanyca.org/onlinereg In person, by mail , or drop - off

Complete the form on the following page and bring or send to: City of Albany Recreation and Community Services 1249 Marin Ave., Albany, CA 94706

Jewel's Terrace Park . . . . . . Tevlin & Terrace Drive Tennis, Basketball, Playground, Picnic, Open field Dartmouth Tot Lot .Corner of Dartmouth & Talbot Play structure for small children

Social & Economic Justice Committee

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There are three ways to register for classes:

By phone or fax

Call (510) 524-9283 during normal business hours to register by phone using your credit card, or fax your completed Registration Form (next page) to (510) 528-8914. Refund Policy

Refunds will not be granted after the first class meeting. Refunds requested prior to the first class or camp meeting: Four (4) business days or more: • Payee will be refunded less a $10 administrative fee. • If the payee chooses to transfer to another class/camp or apply a credit to their account, the $10 fee will be waived. Three (3) business days or fewer: • Payee will be refunded less $30 ($10 administrative fee plus a $20 late fee). • If the payee chooses to transfer to another class/camp or apply a credit to their account, the $10 administrative fee will be waived.

Refund Requests must be made in writing to: City of Albany Recreation and Community Services 1249 Marin Avenue Albany, CA 94706 or by fax to (510) 528-8914, or by email to recinfo@albanyca.org.

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Refunds requested prior to the first class/camp meeting: Four (4) business days or more: • Payee will be refunded less a $10 administrative fee. • If the payee chooses to transfer to another class/camp or apply a credit to their account, the $10 fee will be waived.

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Refunds will not be granted after the first class or camp meeting Three (3) business days or fewer: • Payee will be refunded less $30 ($10 administrative fee plus a $20 late fee). • If the payee chooses to transfer to another class/camp or apply a credit to their account, the $10 administrative fee will be waived.

Liability Release: I AGREE to assume the risk of accident or injury sustained from whatever cause in connection with the activity, and release the City of Albany, its officers, agents and employees from any and all liability for any such accident or injury caused by whatever reason, including but not limited to an act of omission. I understand that no medical insurance is provided. 64

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Refund Requests must be made in writing to: City of Albany Recreation and Community Services 1249 Marin Avenue Albany, CA 94706 or by fax to (510) 528-8914, or by email to recinfo@albanyca.org.

Photo Release: I acknowledge that the City of Albany takes photographs and videotapes of its activities and events for publicity purposes and authorize the use of my image or my child’s image by the City for such purposes. I understand I will not be compensated for use of photos or videos.

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Get Engaged Commit to Serve WEEK

January 12 â&#x20AC;&#x201C;19, 2015 Albany Community Center

The Commit to Serve Week honors Martin Luther Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s commitment to service, community and unity by encouraging neighbors to make a pledge of service to their community in 2015. Visit the Community Center for resources, contacts and ideas to assist you in making your pledge of service. We will also be accepting donations of canned food, coats and blankets throughout the week.

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Chinese New Year Celebration

Help us celebrate the Year of the Goat! Thursday, February 26, 2015 • 3:30–5pm Free event for children ages 12 and under Albany Community Center 1249 Marin Avenue Gung Hay Fat Choy!