Albany Recreation & Community Services 2015 Summer 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

Summer 2015

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Backyard Chickens When was the last time you borrowed an egg from your neighbor? Do you know your neighbor? Did you know that the City of Albany allows you to keep up to six hens (no roosters) in your backyard?* Keeping a coop in your backyard oVers significant neighborly opportunities. Perhaps you and your neighbors can share a coop (and the eggs the hens produce). Or maybe you provide the coop, and a neighbor provides the range. Either way, six hens produce 28 eggs on average per week, and you form a closer bond with your neighbors. That’s good for community in Albany.

For more information: www.albanyca.org/community www.backyardchickens.com

how might albany create a stronger, safer, more vibrant community where democracy works at a local level?

Getting to know one’s neighbors is a start. When neighbors interact— whether through block parties, home-garden produce sharing, or book club meetings—connections are formed between people and trust is built. Such social capital can lead to a stronger, safer community, a community where its members have a greater sense of belonging. *Required permit can be obtained from the Community Development Department.

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Thank Crunchy it is (almost) Summer

Time to hop on getting signed-up for camps, as they fill up fast. There’ll be no excuse this summer for moping about when there are so many engaging activities in this Activity Guide!

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Youth Activities

Boomers & Beyond

Special Interest. . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Music & Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Martial Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Sports & Fitness . . . . . . . . . . 6–7 Spring Break Camps . . . . . . . . . 10 Summer Camps. . . . . . . . . . . 9–20

Exercise & Dance. . . . . . . . . . 36 Walking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Literature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Special Interest. . . . . . . . . . . 39 Presentations & ipad. . . . . . . . . 40 Senior Events. . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Travel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42–45

Friendship Club. . . . . . . . . . . 22–23

Arts Committee. . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Teens@842. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

@theCenter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Adult Activities

Special Events . . . . . . . . . . . 49–55

Music & Dance. . . . . . . . . . . 25 Special Interest. . . . . . . . . 26–27 Cooking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Exercise & Fitness. . . . . . . . . . 29 Martial Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Adult Sport Leagues . . . . . . . . . . 31

Filmfest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56–57

Run Around Town. . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Get Connected. . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Senior Center . . . . . . . . . . . 34–35

Parks & Facilities. . . . . . . . . . 64–65

Map. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Neighbors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Volunteers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Green Things. . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Friends of Albany Parks . . . . . . . . . 62

City Information . . . . . . . . . . 66–67

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How to Register. . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Registration Form . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Youth

Special Interest

Acing College Admission & Scholarship Essays Ages 16–19

Need guidance with college admission and scholarship essays? Stanford graduate Alice Chen, MSJ, can help. She’s an award-winning journalist who’s also written for clients like Apple, Kraft and PG & E. Alice is a former center director for Admissions Academy in Palo Alto where she taught more than 100 students about college admissions. 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. DATE

DAY

TIME

June 27

Sat

10 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$79

NONRES.

$89

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

Stand Out in College, Scholarship & Internship Interviews

NE W

Ages 1 5–19

An outstanding interview can result in everything from a U.C. Regents Scholarship to opportunities at Apple. Want coaching? Stanford graduate Alice Chen, MSJ, can help. Her interviewing skills have helped her win projects at Apple, Kraft and PG&E, and as a journalist she’s interviewed hundreds of people. Alice is a former center director for Admissions Academy in Palo Alto where she taught more than 100 students about college admissions. Alice has created an interactive seminar where students will learn techniques of excellent interviewing and participate in mock interviews. Bring a pen and paper to class. DAY

TIME

June 27

Sat

1–3 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Beginning Spanish for Parent & Child

Ages 5–12

Ages 3–5

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.”

Learn Spanish the fun way! Aprendo Espanol is an interactive approach to teaching Spanish. The system is very functional since students do not solely depend on textbooks but also learn by listening, speaking, reading and writing exercises. The teacher’s computer and multimedia projector are used to solve practical workshops. $10 material fee paid to the instructor.

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

DATE

DAY

TIME

April 13–May 18

Mon

2:15–3:30 pm

April 13–May 18

Mon

3:30–4:45 pm

April 13–May 18

Mon

4:45–6 pm

$79

Thur

4–6 pm

10:30–11:30 am

$116

$126

Instructor: Apprendo Español Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2 Min: 8; Max: 15

Beginning Spanish for Youth

NE W

$124

$114

$124

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Tue

NONRES.

$124

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!

May 7–June 4

May 5–June 23

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$114

Write On! Creative Writing Lab for Kids

TIME

$114

Min: 6; Max: 9

DAY

Ages 7–12

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

DATE

NONRES.

Ages 8–12

Min: 4; Max: 16

DATE

NE W

Kids’ Carpentry

$154

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

May 6–June 24

Wed

2:30–3:30 pm

$116

$126

July 1–Aug 19

Wed

2:30–3:30 pm

$116

$126

Instructor: Apprendo Español Location: Albany Community Center, EOC Min: 8; Max: 15

NONRES.

$164

Instructor: Abby Skrivan, www.writeonyouth.com Location: Albany Middle School, Room 203 Min: 6; Max: 20

NONRES.

$89

Instructor: Alice Chen, MSJ, alicechen.info/tutoring Location: Albany Senior Center, South Room Min: 4; Max: 12

City of Albany

recreation & community services 510 524-9283

Music

Art

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.

Music Together® Ages 0–5

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. 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 ($100 for July class) ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

DATE

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

May 23–June 27

Sat

10–11:30 am

$80

$90

July 11–Aug 15

Sat

10–11:30 am

$80

$90

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

NE W

Orff Drama

This course will instill in children a love for the arts while learning about non-western cultures, culminating in a final showcase performance. We will be bringing to life the story of ‘The Golden Flower’ (How Water Came to the World–pre-columbian Myth of Puerto Rico). After ten weeks of collaborative work and improvisation, the children will retell the story through music, movement and dialogue. No need to purchase instruments. Musical instruments to be used in the classroom include Orff xylophones and glockenspiels, various drums and recorders and are for classroom use only. No prior musical experience needed. Wear loose clothing that allows for movement. DATE

DAY

TIME

May 19–July 21

Tue

3:30–5 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

10x

$185

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

May 5–June 2

Tue

3:45–4:45 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$99

NONRES.

$109

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

Ages 6–10

Instructor: Vanessa Ramos Location: Albany Community Center, EOC Room NONRES.

NONRES.

YOUTH

Classical Guitar Technique

NONRES.

$195

Min: 4; Max: 16

Clay for Kids A g es 3. 5 – 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. DATE

May 6–June 3

DAY

Wed

TIME

2:15–3:15 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$109

NONRES.

$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

Min: 5; Max: 15

DATE

DAY

TIME

Apr 10–Jun 12

Fri

9:30–10:15 am

10x

$223

$233

Advanced Clay for Kids

Apr 10–Jun 12

Fri

10:30–11:15 am

10x

$223

$233

Ages 8–14

July 10–Aug 14

Fri

9:30–10:15 am

$145

$155

July 10–Aug 14

Fri

10:30–11:15 am

$145

$155

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.

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

DATE

DAY

TIME

May 6–June 3

Wed

4–5:15 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$119

NONRES.

$129

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

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Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PAGE 68

Youth

Dance

Ballet: Beginning A g es 3. 5 – 5

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

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

May 8–June 12

Fri

11:30 am–noon

$55

May 8–June 12

Fri

1:30–2 pm

$55

$65

June 19–July 10* Fri

11:30 am–noon

$30

$40

June 19–July 10* Fri

1:30–2 pm

$30

$40

$65

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

*No class on July 3

Ballet: Level 1 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

May 8–June 12

Fri

3:30–4 pm

$55

$65

June 19–July 10* Fri

3:30–4 pm

$30

$40

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

*No class on July 3

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.

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

May 8–June 12

Fri

2–2:30 pm

$55

$65

June 19–July 10* Fri

2–2:30 pm

$30

$40

May 6–June 3

Wed

4–5 pm

$54

$64

Min: 6; Max: 25

June 10–July 1

Wed

4–5 pm

$44

$54

Instructor: Beth Ellis-Dickson, BethEllisDance.com Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2

Tap: Level 1

Min: 5; Max: 15

Ballet: Level 2

Ages 5–7

Ages 8–13

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

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

NONRES.

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

DAY

TIME

May 8–June 12

Fri

4:05–4:35 pm

$55

$65

June 19–July 10* Fri

4:05–4:35 pm

$30

$40

DAY

TIME

May 8–June 12

Fri

4:40–5:25 pm

$82

$92

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

June 19–July 10* Fri

4:40–5:25 pm

$43

$53

Min: 6; Max: 25

*No class on July 3

NONRES.

DATE

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

*No class on July 3

Tap: Level 2 Ages 8–13

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

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

May 8–June 12

Fri

5:30–6:15 pm

$82

$92

June 19–July 10* Fri

5:30–6:15 pm

$43

$53

Fluid Feet for Tweens 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

May 6–June 3

Wed

5:15–6:15 pm

$54

$64

June 10–July 1

Wed

5:15–6:15 pm

$44

$54

Instructor: Beth Ellis-Dickson, BethEllisDance.com Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2 Min: 5; Max: 15

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

TIME

NONRES.

DATE

*No class on July 3

DAY

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

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

*No class on July 3

City of Albany

recreation & community services 510 524-9283

Martial Arts

Ages 7–1 8

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

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. Practices are ongoing so you can begin any time and will be held every other Saturday from 1–3 in the Albany Middle School gym. Specific dates are listed on the APAL web site. APAL will host it's annual a bicycle rodeo on April 25. 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

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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

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

May 9–May 30*

Sat

9–11 am

$60

$70

June 6–June 27

Sat

9–11 am

$60

$70

July 11–July 25

Sat

9–11 am

$60

$70

Aug 1–Aug 22

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 (June 13 & Aug 22) Albany Senior Center (Aug 15) Min: 5; Max: 25

*No class on May 16

DAY

May 4–May 29* M/W/F June 1–June 29* M/W/F July 1–July 31* M/W/F Aug 3–Aug 21

M/W/F

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

TIME

4–5 pm

1x/week

NONRES.

$50

$60

2-3x/week $70

$80

4:15–5:15 pm 1x/week

$50

$60

2-3x/week $70

$80

4:15–5:15 pm 1x/week

$50

$60

2-3x/week $70

$80

4:15–5:15 pm 1x/week

$50

$60

2-3x/week $70

$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 May 15, May 25, June 12, June 15–19, July 3

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 paid to Albany Karate for Kids, see instructor for details.) 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.

May 9–June 20*

Sat

1-2x/week

$93

$103

July 11–Aug 22

Sat

1-2x/week

$93

$103

May 9–Aug 22*

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 (Tournament: June 13, Class & Test: Aug 22) Min: 4; Max: 50

Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PAGE 68

*No class on May 16 & July 4

YOUTH

Kids’ Ki-Aikido

YOUTH

Sports & Fitness

Kidz Love Soccer: Pre Soccer

Beginning Tennis

Ages 4–5

Ages 6–10

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.

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.

Kidz Love Soccer: Mommy/Daddy & Me Soccer

DATE

A g e s 2 – 3 . 5 ( w i t h p a r e n ts )

June 27–Aug 22* Sat

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.

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

DATE

DAY

June 27–Aug 22* Sat

TIME

5:15–5:45 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$115

NONRES.

$125

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

*No class on July 4

DAY

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

TIME

4–4:35 pm

Kidz Love Soccer: Soccer 1 Ages 5–6

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.

June 27–Aug 22* Sat

4:35–5:05 pm

June 27–Aug 22* Sat

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$115

NONRES.

$125

Instructor: Kidz Love Soccer Staff, Rain-out Hotline (888) 372-5803 Location: Memorial Park, Front West Grass Min: 6; Max: 24

DAY

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

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

TIME

NONRES.

TIME

Apr 6–Apr 22

M/W

3:30–4:30 pm

$95

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 May 25

Intermediate Tennis Ages 7–1 1

A g es 3. 5 – 4

DAY

$125

*No class on July 4

DATE

$115

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

DAY

Min: 4; Max: 10

Min: 6; Max: 24

Kidz Love Soccer: Tot Soccer 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.

NONRES.

DATE

TIME

3:15–4 pm

Min: 6; Max: 24

$115

NONRES.

$125

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

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DAY

TIME

Apr 6–Apr 22

M/W

4:30–5:30 pm

$95

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

Instructor: John Fry & Staff Location: Memorial Park Tennis Courts Min: 4; Max: 10

*No class on May 25

Advanced Tennis Ages 10–14

*No class on July 4

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.

Beginner Fencing

DATE

Ages 9–16

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.

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DAY

TIME

Apr 6–Apr 22

M/W

5:30–6:30 pm

$95

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

Instructor: John Fry & Staff Location: Memorial Park Tennis Courts Min: 4; Max: 10

*No class on May 25

M o n d ay s : AGE S 9 – 1 1

*No class on July 4

DATE

DAY

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

TIME

NONRES.

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 : AGE S 1 2 – 1 6 ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

DATE

DAY

TIME

May 1–May 29

Fri

5–6:30 pm

$119

NONRES.

$129

Instructor: Karen Ladenheim-Martos Location: Sport Fencing Center 5221 Central Ave. #9 (offsite) Min: 3; Max: 10

*No class on Apr 13 & Apr 17

City of Albany

recreation & community services 510 524-9283

A g e s 1 4 – A d u lt

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.

Skyhawks Tot Basketball (Parent Participation)

NE W

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

Apr 20–Jun 8*

Mon

1–1:30 pm

$69

NONRES.

$79

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

DATE

DAY

TIME

Apr 20–Jun 8*

Mon

1:30–2:15 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

DAY

TIME

Apr 24–Jun 5*

Fri

1–1:30 pm

$79

*No class on Apr 27 & May 25

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Ages 3–5

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. DATE

$69

NONRES.

Instructor: Skyhawks Staff Location: Albany Community Center, Hall

Play-Hawk Sports

Ages 2.5–3

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$69

NONRES.

$79

Instructor: Skyhawks Staff Location: Albany Community Center, Hall

May 6–June 3

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

Wed

6:30–8 pm

$58

$68

June 17–July 15 Wed

6:30–8 pm

$58

$68

July 29–Aug 19

6:30–8 pm

$48

$58

Wed

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

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.

Min: 6; Max: 12

NE W

DAY

Min: 5; Max: 20

*No class on Apr 27 & May 25

Play-Hawk Sports (Parent Participation)

Min: 6; Max: 12

Skyhawks Tot Basketball Ages 3–5

Ages 2.5–3

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NE W

DATE

DAY

TIME

Apr 24–Jun 5*

Fri

1:30–2:15 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$69

User Friendly Pilates: Increase Core Strength Without Getting Hurt (Mixed Levels) A g e s 1 4 – a d u lt

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. DATE

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

May 6–June 24

Wed

5:45–6:45 pm

$100

$110

July 1–Aug 19

Wed

5:45–6:45 pm

$100

$110

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

NONRES.

$79

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

*No class on Mar 20 & May 15

activity guide Summer 2015

Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PAGE 68

YOUTH

Gentle Yoga

New!

NE W

spring Camps

Spring Break Camps 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.

NE W

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

Skyhawks Soccer Camp

AGE S 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.

AGE S 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

Apr 13-Apr 17

M–F

9 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

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

$149

DATE

DAY

TIME

Apr 13–Apr 17

M–F

9 am–noon

NONRES.

Instructor: Skyhawks Staff Location: Ocean View Park

$159

Min: 10; Max: 24

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$149

Skyhawks Beginning Golf Camp

NONRES.

$159

NE W

AGE S 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

Camps

summer camp Get a jump on setting up summer activities for the youngsters in your household. Our camps fill up fast, so register early!

activity guide SUMMER Summer 2015

Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PAGE 68

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, Lacrosse, Beginning Golf 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

AGE S 7 – 1 2

AGE S 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 AGE S 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 AGE S 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

AGE S 6 – 1 2

AGE S 5 – 9

AGE S 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

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$149

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

TIME

M–F

9 am–noon

$149

$159

NONRES.

$159

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 AGE S 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

AGE S 7 – 1 2

DATE

$149

NONRES.

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

Min: 15; Max: 20

Skyhawks Volleyball

AGE S 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

camps

Skyhawks Flag Football

Camps

Sports

tw e e n s c a m p : AGE S 6 – 1 1

June 15–June 19 M–F

TIME

10 am–noon

$120

NONRES.

$130

10 am–noon

$120

$130

June 29–July 2 M–Thur

10 am–noon

$97

$107

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 2 M–Thur

1–3 pm

$97

$107

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

$120

$130

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

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 : AGE S 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.

AGE S 1 0 - 1 8

AGE S 3 – 5

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

June 22–June 26 M–F

DATE

AGE S 3 – 1 8

HO S T A C OA C H !

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

AGE S 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

NE W

Ages 9–13

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! DATE

DAY

TIME

July 27–July 31

M–F

1–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$205

Ages 6–9

Ages 8–12

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.

Animation Creators: Stop Motion Workshop! 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. DAY

TIME

July 13–July 17

M–F

1–4 pm

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

activity guide Summer 2015

$205

Filmmaking: From Script to Premiere

$215

Min: 10; Max: 15

DATE

NE W

NONRES.

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

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Video Game Design for Youngsters

NONRES.

$215

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

NE W

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 68

$205

NONRES.

$215

camps

Music

Junior String Orchestra

Jazz Band Camp

Ages 10–16

G rad es 6 th – 10 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 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

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

June 15–July 10* M–F 11:30 am–12:20 pm 19x

$250

NONRES.

$260

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

Albany String Academy Ages 6–16

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? Sign-up for the Albany String Academy. Founded by professional violinist, string teacher and director Dennie Mehocich. String Academy camps 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– speak with the instructor before you procure an instrument. 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. DATE

DAY

June 15–July 10* M–F

TIME

10:30–11:20 am

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

19x

$250

NONRES.

$260

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

*No class on July 3

Young Beginners Strings

DATE

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Ages 4.5–9

June 22–June 26 M–F

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).

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

DATE

DAY

June 15–July 10* M–F

TIME

9:30–10:20 am

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

19x

$250

Min: 5; Max: 15

G rad es 5 th – 9 th ( In co m in g )

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. TIME

Aug 10–Aug 14

M–F

8:30 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

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

$145

NONRES.

$155

$164

NONRES.

$174

Min: 5; Max: 180

Concert Band Camp

Vocal Music Camp

DAY

$260

*No class on July 3

DATE

9 am–12:30 pm

NONRES.

Instructor: Dennie Mehocich Location: Cornell Elementary School, Library

Min: 5; Max: 180

*No class on July 3

This camp 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

June 15–June 19 M–F

TIME

9 am–12:30 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Instructor: Craig Bryant & Richard Chisholm Location: Albany High School, Band & Choir Room Min: 20; Max: 200

$164

NONRES.

$174

Cooking

Super Chef Basics for Teens Ages 12–16

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 DATE

DAY

TIME

Aug 3–Aug 7

M–F

9:30–11:30 am

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

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

$154

NONRES.

$164

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Teen Baking Boot Camp

Ages 9–12

Ages 12–16

After taking this class, you won’t need to make your child snacks anymore! All week long, we will be making healthful, flavorful snacks that your child will be able to easily replicate at home. Students will gain confidence in the kitchen and learn kitchen safety, how to read a recipe, food improvisation, and various food preparation techniques. Snack recipes include Caprese Skewers, Kale Chips, Tahini and Veggie Sticks, Spinach Quesadillas, Tzatziki and Whole Wheat Pita Chips, Make-Your-Own Smoothies, and many more. Instructor is a certified natural foods chef and culinary coach. Ingredients will be organic whenever possible. $25 materials fee paid to instructor.

This class will cover a breadth of pastry skills, including both sweet and savory baking, as well as non-baking dessert techniques. Recipes include Chocolate Truffles, Apple Galette, Oatmeal Raisin Cookies, Cheese and Chive Scones, Homemade Pizza, and more. Your teen will learn kitchen safety, build confidence in the kitchen, and learn the science and technique of baking. Instructor is a certified natural foods chef and culinary coach. Ingredients will be organic whenever possible, and many recipes will utilize whole grain flours. $25 material fee paid to the instructor.

DATE

DAY

TIME

July 20–July 24

M–F

10 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$154

NONRES.

$164

DATE

DAY

TIME

Aug 10–Aug 14

M–F

10 am–12:30 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$170

NONRES.

$180

Instructor: Hilla Abel, www.HealthInAPan.com Location: Albany Community Center, Kitchen Min: 3; Max: 9

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Cooking Around the World Ages 9–12

Join us for a culinary trip around the world! Each day we will travel to a different country and prepare healthful, delicious dishes from each. Your child will be exposed to an international palate of flavors, build confidence in the kitchen, and learn important kitchen skills like kitchen safety, how to read a recipe, proper measuring and food preparation techniques. We will create delectable dishes such as Summer Rolls with Thai Peanut Sauce, Mushroom and Cheese Empenadas and Shitake Miso Soup. Instructor is a certified natural foods chef and culinary coach. Ingredients will be organic whenever possible. The schedule will be: Monday (Mexican), Tuesday (Chinese), Wednesday (Japanese), Thursday (Italian) and Friday (Thai). $25 material fee paid to the instructor. DATE

DAY

TIME

July 6–July 10

M–F

10 am–12:30 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Instructor: Hilla Abel, www.HealthInAPan.com Location: Albany Community Center, Kitchen Min: 3; Max: 9

$170

NONRES.

$180

Dr. Hilla Abel is an optometrist turned natural foods chef. After several years of consistently seeing the results of improper eating on her patients' eyes, Dr. Hilla became impassioned to teach people the benefits of healthy eating. A graduate of the Natural Gourmet Institute for Health and Culinary Arts, Hilla has been teaching cooking classes to adults and children since 2008. Hilla developed the culinary program at the Central Queens Y and was the driving force behind the gluten-free program at the JCC of Manhattan Culinary Arts Center. Hilla believes that the foundations for healthy eating begin in childhood, so she teaches children's cooking classes, and also coaches parents in how to make healthy eating manageable and easy. Visit her website at www.HealthInAPan.com.

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Cartooning 101 Camp

Special Interest

Write On! Summer Writing Lab 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

Ages 8–1 1

Ages 5–12

Anyone can do this camp, if you have a pencil and an imagination! This camp will help develop your drawing skills and creativity. Design an original cartoon character. Understand the creative process and development of a cartoon from brainstorming. Create a comic strip and comic book. Learn about: bird's eye view, gag punch lines, props (a flying hamburger), speech bubbles and thumb nail sketches. Join in the fun with local artist Jamie Aberegg. $10 material fee paid to the instructor.

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

Ages 8–12

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

June 15–June 19 M–F

9 am–noon

$164

$174

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

1–4 pm

$164

$174

9 am–noon

$132

$142

Kids’ Carpentry Camp

DAY

June 22–June 26 M–F

TIME

1–3:30 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$167

NONRES.

$177

Instructor: Jamie Aberegg Location: Albany Community Center, Craft Room Min: 5; Max: 12

DATE

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Super Hero-Special Edition! Ages 8–1 1

Super Hero Special Edition-Pop-Up Books! End this cartoon series of camps with this special edition! This special edition camp is a pop-up book created by you! Super Hero characters of your own making! This unique book is with a funny story line in which you write and build your own characters: Super hero and villain. This is not a comic pop-up book for the dark side... But for the silly! Have POW! BAM! pop-up with folded paper (like an accordion) off the pages! Make an impact like in the early Batman comic books and shows. This 3D book will be a treasure for years to come. Join in the adventure with local artist Jamie Aberegg. $10 material fee paid to the instructor. DATE

DAY

TIME

July 13–July 17

M–F

1–3:30 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$167

NONRES.

$177

Instructor: Jamie Aberegg Location: Albany Community Center, Craft Room Min: 5; Max: 12

June 29–July 2

M–Th

June 29–July 2

M–Th

1–4 pm

$132

$142

July 6–July 10

M–F

9 am–noon

$164

$174

Comic Capers Board Games!

July 6–July 10

M–F

1–4 pm

$164

$174

Ages 8–1 1

July 13–July 17

M–F

9 am–noon

$164

$174

July 13–July 17

M–F

1–4 pm

$164

$174

Comic Capers Board Games! Let the games begin! Invent & design your own characters and board game. Use cardboard, paper, spinners and dice to produce an exciting game of your own making. You make the rules! You win your own game! You develop your own adventures and game pieces. On the conclusion of the camp (Thursday), you play everyone's (un-bored) game! Have pop-corn as a snack! Join the fun with local artist Jamie Aberegg. $10 material fee paid to the instructor.

Instructor: Abby Skrivan, MA Location: Albany Middle School, P2 (Portable Classroom 2) Min: 6; Max: 20

DATE

DAY

June 29–July 2 M–Thur

TIME

1–4 pm

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ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$167

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

July 20–July 23 M–Th

9:30–11 am

$114

July 20–July 23 M–Th

11 am–12:30 pm

$114

$124 $124

July 20–July 23 M–Th

12:30–2 pm

$114

$124 $124

Aug 10–Aug 13

M–Th

9:30–11 am

$114

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

Jamie "JuJu" Aberegg has been teaching youth Art for over 15 years. Jamie comes to Albany Community Center's Summer Camp(s) with many talents: taught after-school; art, gardening, ceramics, science etc. for 7 years for Tiburon Recreation. Has a 2 year certificate in a Graphic Arts and Photoshop program and 2 years of Ceramics at Orange Coast College. She is a local artist and has taught with Albany YMCA and Albany Arts Gallery. She also, does free art classes during the spring & summer at Berkeley & Albany library. She loves to use art to solve problems and to create confidence and self-esteem in her students.

NONRES.

$177

Instructor: Jamie Aberegg Location: Albany Community Center, Craft Room Min: 5; Max: 12

City of Albany

recreation & community services 510 524-9283

Secret Agent Lab

Science

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

Inventor’s Academy

July 6–July 10

M–F

1:30–4 pm

$167

$177

Ages 7–1 1

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

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Youth Spanish Camp Ages 3–12

DATE

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

June 22–June 26 M–F

Noon–3 pm

$195

$205

July 6–July 10

M–F

Noon–3 pm

$195

$205

July 20–July 24

M–F

Noon–3 pm

$195

$205

Instructor: Apprendo Español Location: Memorial Park Facility, 1325 Portland Ave. Min: 8; Max: 15

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

Learn Spanish the fun way! Aprendo Espanol is an interactive approach to teaching Spanish. The system is very functional since students do not solely depend on textbooks but also learn by listening, speaking, reading and writing exercises. The teacher’s computer, multimedia projector and lot of fun activities are used to solve practical workshops. $10 material fee paid to the instructor.

Ages 6–10

June 29–July 2

DAY

TIME

M–Th

1–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$150

NONRES.

$160

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

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

June 29–July 2

DAY

TIME

M–Th

9 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$150

NONRES.

$160

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

NONRES.

$190

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

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Art Intensive Camps

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Engineering

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

Engineering FUNdamentals Camps with Play-Well TEKnologies

Play-Well: Engineering FUNdamentals

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

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.

ENGINEERING CAMPS:

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.

AGE S 7 – 1 2

DATE

DAY

June 22–June 26 M–F

TIME

1–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$199

NONRES.

$209

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

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

City of Albany

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Engineering

AGE S 5 – 6

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.

Enter the world of Ninjago and become an apprentice Ninjaneer! Learn the way of Spinjitzu, build the Fire Temple, race Skull Trucks, and encounter the mighty Dragon! Imagine and build unique and fun LEGO® projects with the guidance of an experienced PlayWell instructor while exploring the fantasy world of Ninjago. This is an ideal way to prepare young Ninjaneers for the challenge of Ninjaneering Masters with LEGO® course. DATE

July 6–July 10

DAY

TIME

M– F

9 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$199

Play-Well: Pre-Engineering AGE S 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. DAY

June 22–June 26 M–F

TIME

9 am–noon

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

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$199

NONRES.

$209

NONRES.

$209

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

AGE S 5 – 6

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

Min: 11; Max: 24

Ninjaneering Masters Using LEGO®

DATE

Play-Well: Jedi Engineering with LEGO®

N E W Play-Well: Jedi Master

Engineering using LEGO®

AGE S 7 – 1 2

Master the world of Ninjago by becoming a Ninjaneer! Tame the Ice Dragon, motorize yourBlade Cycle, design the Dark Fortress, and hone your Spinjitzu battle skills! In this advanced LEGO® course, Ninjaneering masters will learn real world concepts in physics, engineering, andarchitecture while exploring the fantasy world of Ninjago.

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

July 6–July 10

DAY

TIME

M– F

1–4 pm

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

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$199

NONRES.

$209

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

Min: 11; Max: 24

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Ninjaneering Using LEGO®

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Beginning CADD in Engineering: Promoting Future Engineers & Designers

Engineering

Mine, Craft, Build: Survival Game using LEGO®

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AGE S 7 – 1 2

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

Mine, Craft, Build: Adventure Game using LEGO®

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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®.

Aug 10–Aug 14

DAY

TIME

M– F

9 am–noon

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

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$199

Advanced CADD in Engineering: Promoting Future Engineers & Designers

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Ages: 10–17

Learn and apply CADD in Engineering using Autocad 2015! This first level class will introduce ComputerAided Design and Drafting (CADD) in Engineering. Students will learn engineering graphics and take on a hands-on approach to create CADD techniques and drawings. Future young engineers will setup drawings, learn CADD commands, make 2D geometric objects and learn editing methods applied to engineering. Young engineers will use an Autocad tutorial. All equipment, laptops and supplies are provided for use. After the introductory training, students gain engineering principles, use Autocad tools to develop 2D CADD drawings.

This advanced class is for students who have completed the beginning and intermediate CADD in Engineering classes. Learn engineering concepts and 3D modeling using Autocad 2015, create wireframe models, 3D surface models, 3D solid models, multiview drawings and 3D renderings. Students will apply a step-by-step Autocad tutorial to create 3D engineering objects. All equipment, laptops, and supplies are provided for use. After learning advance Autocad tools, students are able to create 3D CADD drawing. All equipment, laptops and supplies are provided for use. After the introductory training, students gain engineering principles, use Autocad tools to develop 3D CADD drawings.

AGE S 1 0 – 1 3 DATE

DAY

TIME

July 6–July 10

M–F

9 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$209

NONRES.

AGE S 1 0 – 1 3

$219

DATE

DAY

TIME

July 27–July 31

M–F

9 am–noon

AGE S 1 4 – 1 7 DATE

DAY

TIME

July 6–July 10

M–F

1–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$209

NONRES.

AGE S 1 4 – 1 7

$219

DATE

DAY

TIME

July 27–July 31

M–F

1–4 pm

Instructor: CADPro Kids, LLC Staff Location: Marin Elementary School, Multi-purpose Room

$209

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$209

NONRES.

$219

NONRES.

$219

Instructor: CADPro Kids, LLC Staff Location: Marin Elementary School, Multi-purpose Room

Min: 10; Max: 15

Intermediate CADD in Engineering: Promoting Future Engineers & Designers

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

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Min: 10; Max: 15

Ages: 10–17

AGE S 5 – 6

DATE

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NONRES.

$209

This intermediate class is for students who have completed the Beginning CADD in Engineering. Students will continue to explore more principles of CADD in engineering and Autocad tools. Engineering students will have a hands-on approach on how to setup drawings and layout, create and set views, modify views, navigate 2D, setup and plot 2D drawings drawings. Engineering students will use an Autocad tutorial. After the intermediate training, students will learn and use more Autocad tools to develop 2D CADD drawings. All equipment, laptops and supplies are provided for use. AGE S 1 0 – 1 3 DATE

DAY

TIME

July 13–July 17

M–F

9 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$209

NONRES.

$219

AGE S 1 4 – 1 7

Min: 11; Max: 24 DATE

DAY

TIME

July 13–July 17

M–F

1–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$209

NONRES.

$219

Instructor: CADPro Kids, LLC Staff Location: Marin Elementary School, Multi-purpose Room Min: 10; Max: 15

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.

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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.

fall Enrollment Open enrollment for Fall 2015-16 will begin Friday, July 3 at 8 am. 3 days/week 4 days/week 5 days/week

1:55–6 pm $289/month $368/month $449/month

3–6 pm $206/month $258/month $327/month

Friendship Club Brad Griffith, Recreation Supervisor 900 Buchanan Street (Ocean View Park) 1331 Portland Avenue (Memorial Park) (510) 559-7220 22

April 13–17 • Mon–Fri • 8 am–6 pm Weekly fee: $210 for Albany residents; $220 non-residents Children ages 6–12 (grades 1–5) • Ocean View Park

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

Trip to Albany Bowl Trip to Exploratorium Trip to Cordnices Creek Park Trip to SF Zoo On-Site Movie & Pizza

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

Summer CAMP 2015 Ages 6–12 (grades 1–5) • Mon–Fri • 8 am–6 pm • Ocean View Park Weekly fee: $210 for Albany residents; $220 non-residents June 22–26

“Wilderness @ Sea” Oakland Zoo/USS Hornet

June 29–July 3 Fantasy Land

Fairyland/Pixie Playland

July 6–10

Outdoor Exercise

Games2U/Tilden Park

July 13–17

Wild Adventure

Lindsay Museum/Ardenwood Farms

July 20–24

Fun-Fun-Fun

SF Zoo/Chuck E. Cheese

July 27–31

Jump for It

Pump it Up/Sky High

Aug 3–7

Motion Factory

Jelly Belly Factory/Sonoma Train Town

August 10–14 Explosive Cinema

Day at the Movies/Boomers

August 17–21 Far Away

AdventureScandia/The Jungle

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.

activity guide Summer 2015

re nt o u r Me mo ri a l Pa rk Fa c i l i t y Now you can rent the Memorial Park Facility for your next youth party! This facility—a great place for a birthday party—features a TV, pool table, foosball table, outdoor patio, kitchen area and the Memorial Park playground right out the door. Available: Saturdays & Sundays Ages: 2–12 years (Ratio of Adults to Children 1:10) Hours: 10 am–7 pm (4-hour minimum) Rate: Albany residents: $44 per hour; Nonresidents: $51 per hour Capacity: 40 Refundable Deposit: $350 To schedule your rental contact Nick Jordan at (510) 559-7225.

Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PAGE 68

Friendship Club

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

TeenS@842

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after-school program

This daily after-school program, is for youth grades 6th-8th, and provides a well-supervised environment to play, learn, make friends, enhance self-esteem and develop social skills. It offers a variety of activities including indoor/outdoor games, healthy snacks and a supervised homework period. The 2015-16 program will run from August 25, 2015–June 10, 2016. Program hours are 3–6 pm, Monday–Friday (2:10–6 pm, Wed). A minimum attendance of three days per week is required. Staff walks with participants from Albany Middle School to Teens@842.

fall enrollment Open enrollment will begin on Wednesday, July 1, 2015. 3 days/week*: $210/month 4 days/week*: $288 month 5 days/week*: $360/month *Holidays, in-service days and winter and spring breaks not included.

Teens@842

Teen leadership program Teens@842 is looking for two Albany High School (AHS) 9th-12th graders who want to become leaders in their community. Learn basic leadership skills, work ethics, communication techniques, resume building and so much more! Participants will gain valuable hands-on work experience working with Albany Middle school students who attend the City of Albany’s Teens@842 after school program. Under direct supervision by City of Albany staff, participants will lead group activities, provide homework help, create and implement projects and organize Teens@842 events. Participants will be required to attend the Teens@842 program at least twice a week between 3:30-6:30 pm. Days of attendance will be determined based on participants’ schedule. After completion of the Teen Leadership Program, participants will receive an official City of Albany Certification of accomplishment, a $200 stipend, City of Albany Recreation t-shirt and may be eligible to apply for paid employment with the City of Albany Recreation and Community Services Department. Interviews and orientation for the fall session will be held August 17–24. Contact Johanna Jenkins for more information.

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

City of Albany

recreation & community services 510 524-9283

Music & Dance

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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!

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

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

May 23–June 27

Sat

10–11:30 am

$80

$90

July 11–Aug 15

Sat

10–11:30 am

$80

$90

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

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

TIME

NONRES.

May 6–June 24

Wed

7:15–8:45 pm

$112

$122

July 1–Aug 19

Wed

7:15–8:45 pm

$112

$122

DAY

TIME

F r i d ay DATE

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

May 8–June 26*

Fri

7–8:30 pm

$98

$108

July 10–Aug 21

Fri

7–8:30 pm

$98

$108

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

DAY

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

TIME

NONRES.

May 6–Jun 26*

W/F

See Above

15x

$178

$188

July 1–Aug 21*

W/F

See Above

15x

$178

$188

Instructor: David Bertlin & Ronn Guidi Location: Albany Community Center, Hall; Albany Senior Center (May 29, June 12, July 31) *No class on May 15 & July 3

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Did you dance when you were younger? Did you love it? Then a career, your family and life took over. Here's your chance to find that passion for dance again! Fluid Feet is a fusion of hip-hop style, jazz dancing and modern technique–and we have a blast dancing! We mostly dance barefoot, but you are welcome to wear ballet or jazz shoes. DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

May 7–June 4

Thur

7–8 pm

$54

$64

June 11–July 2

Thur

7–8 pm

$44

$54

July 16–Aug 6

Thur

7–8 pm

$44

$54

Instructor: Beth Ellis-Dickson; BethEllisDance.com Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2 Min: 5; Max: 25

DAY

N E W Beginning Tap Dance

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DATE

Min: 9; Max: 21

Min: 4; Max: 16

Dance Again: Fluid Feet for Adults

W e d n e s d ay

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 and third session (May and July) we will explore rhythm combinations set to some fun, groovin' music. During the second session (June) 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. ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

May 7–June 4

Thur

6:10–6:55 pm

$54

June 11–July 2

Thur

6:10–6:55 pm

$44

$54

July 16–Aug 6

Thur

6:10–6:55 pm

$44

$54

$64

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

activity guide Summer 2015

Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PAGE 68

Adults

Beginning/Intermediate Classical Ballet

Adults

Special Interest

NE W

Knitting: Beginning I A d u lt

Learn the knit stitch, casting on, binding off and how to purl. Make a scarf in garter or stockinette stitch. Be introduced to sizes and kinds of yarn and needles. Find out why gauge is important and how to make a gauge square, how to read a pattern, and what to make of all those confusing abbreviations. Bring to the first class: one pair of size 8 needles and a ball of worsted-weight yarn (light-colored acrylic is good). DATE

July 8–July 22

DAY

Wed

TIME

7–8:30 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$45

NONRES.

$55

Instructor: Trish Thomas Location: Albany Community Center, EOC Room Min: 3; Max: 10

NE W

Knitting: Beginning II A d u lt

This class will focus on making a ribbed beanie hat. This will include knitting, purling, increasing and decreasing, reading a yarn label, and working with double-pointed needles. Absolute beginners should take the previous class, but this is suitable if you “used to knit a long time ago but I can’t remember anything.” Bring to the first class: one set (which will have either 4 or 5 needles) of double-pointed size 7 or 8 needles, a 14” or 16” circular needle in size 7 or 8, and a ball of worsted weight yarn (wool or a blend is ideal). DATE

DAY

TIME

Aug 5–Aug 19

Wed

7–8:30 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Instructor: Trish Thomas Location: Albany Community Center, EOC Room Min: 3; Max: 10

$45

NONRES.

$55

NE W

Essential Oils for Health & Well-Being

A d u lt

Whether you just want to have a healthier lifestyle or you want to take care of some of your health issues with natural remedies, this is the class for you! Essential oils are wonderful, safe and potent plant remedies that greatly support us on a physical as well as emotional level. Come to experience the oils and learn how to use them aromatically, topically as well as internally! Optional: make your own flu bomb roll-on bottle ($ 8 material fee paid to the instructor) or mood lifting spray ($6 material fee paid to the instructor). DATE

DAY

TIME

May 9

Sat

2–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$20

NONRES.

Every family dog needs to know basic manners such as how to politely greet strangers and walk on lead without pulling. Students will learn how to teach their dogs these and other useful behaviors like come, stay, heel, etc. This is not an appropriate class for behavior problems such as serious aggression. All family members are welcome to attend but the primary handler must be a minimum of 16 years old. DATE

DAY

TIME

May 30–Jul 18*

Sat

10–11 am

Min: 3; Max: 12

A d u lt

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 just want to come and play. There’s no pressure to perform, just come ready to laugh and learn. Your instructor, Craig Good, has studied improv since 1998 and was a founding member of The Improvibles, a performance group at Pixar. Contact instructor if you have questions about the class.

May 4–Aug 17*

Mon

6:30–8:30 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

14x

$210

$135

NONRES.

$145

*No class on July 4

Min: 5; Max: 20

TIME

$30

Intro to Dogs Sports

DAY

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Instructor: Lynn Kosmakos Location: Memorial Park, West Green Space

Instructor: Natascha Puchner-Doppler Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2

DATE

NE W

Beginning Dog Obedience

NE W

Have you ever wanted to see if your dog would like to do tracking, agility, nose work, or even circus tricks? This class will give you a little taste of many dog sports. Every week we will teach the basic skills and give your dog the opportunity to try them out. While we can't bring sheep for herding or water for dock diving, local resources will be provided to get you started. All work will be done on leash. All family members are welcome to attend but the primary handler must be a minimum of 16 years old. DATE

DAY

TIME

May 30–Jul 18*

Sat

11 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$135

NONRES.

$145

Instructor: Lynn Kosmakos Location: Memorial Park, West Green Space Min: 3; Max: 12

*No class on July 4

NONRES.

$220

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

*No class on May 25 & June 29

City of Albany

recreation & community services 510 524-9283

NE W

Season with Herbs & Spices

Cooking

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If you love craft beer and are looking at getting into brewing your own beer, then this is the class for you. In this class we will go through a hands-on home brewing demonstration as you learn the basic elements of extract brewing. ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

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 life saver if you are avoiding salt, processed foods, or just want to be a better cook. $7 materials fee paid to the instructor.

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

June 28

Sun

9 am–noon

$50

$60

Aug 2

Sun

9 am–noon

$50

$60

Instructor: Adam Wyss Location: Albany Community Center, Kitchen

NE W

Low-Sugar Jam

Min: 5; Max: 10

NE W

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Learn Spanish the fun way! Aprendo Espanol is an interactive approach to teaching Spanish. The system is very functional since students do not solely depend on textbooks but also learn by listening, speaking, reading & writing exercises. The teacher’s computer and multimedia projector are used to solve practical workshops. $10 material paid to instructor. DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

May 7–June 25

Thur

6:30–7:30 pm

$116

$126

July 2–Aug 20

Thur

6:30–7:30 pm

$116

$126

Min: 8; Max: 15

Journal to the Self

NE W

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

April 21

Tue

6:30–8 pm

DATE

DAY

TIME

May 6–June 10

Wed

6:30–8:30 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Instructor: Marianne Rossi Location: Albany Community Center, EOC Room Min: 5; Max: 10

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$39

NONRES.

$49

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

Tortillas & Tamales ADU LT

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Journal writing can be a powerful tool for healing, self-discovery, personal growth, and creative expression. In this interactive workshop, we will explore the 18 journaling techniques of Kathleen Adams’ program, Journal to the Self, in a safe and supportive environment. Whether you’ve journal for years or have no experience at all, this class is for you! $10 workbook included with registration.

$120

NONRES.

$130

DAY

TIME

June 2

Tue

6:30–8 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$39

NONRES.

$49

Min: 3; Max: 10

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.

Instructor: Apprendo Español Location: Albany Community Center, EOC Room

DATE

Instructor: Ilah Jarvis Location: Albany Community Center, Kitchen

ADU LT

Beginning Spanish for Adult

DATE

ADU LT

DATE

DAY

TIME

May 5

Tue

6:30–8 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$39

NONRES.

$49

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

NE W

Summer Dishes

Cultured Sauerkraut 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. DATE

DAY

TIME

May 26

Tue

6:30–8 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Min: 3; Max: 10

Indian Vegetarian Cooking A d u lt

In this 3-hour workshop, students will be shown how to prepare mouth-watering vegetarian dishes from the cuisines of India. Menu: 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 multicourse meal. $8 material fee paid to instructor. ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

DAY

TIME

ADU LT

May 9

Sat

10 am–1 pm

Fruit pies, creative salads and quick broiled meals are in order when summer produce is bursting and we want to minimize oven time. We will focus on the techniques that ensure delicious food, as well as variations to cater to available and personal tastes. $9 material fee paid to instructor.

Instructor: Viji Sundaram Location: Albany Community Center, Kitchen

DAY

TIME

May 12

Tue

6:30–8 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$39

$49

Instructor: Ilah Jarvis Location: Albany Community Center, Kitchen

DATE

$39

NONRES.

$40

NONRES.

$50

Min: 5; Max: 15

NONRES.

$49

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

activity guide Summer 2015

Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PAGE 68

Adults

Beginning Home Brewing

Adults

Art

Japanese Brush Painting/Sumi-e A d u lt

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

May 6–June 10

Wed

10 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$136

NONRES.

$146

Instructor: Fumiyo Yoshikawa, www.fumiyo-y.com, art@fumiyo-y.com (for art supply list) Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2

NE W

Watercolor can be so easy and fun when you know how! Learn the techniques and materials that help you balance control with fluidity to create vibrant and luscious results. A suggested materials list will be provided by instructor after registration. DATE

DAY

TIME

May 10

Sun

10 am–1 pm

Instructor: Ruth A. Block Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2 Min: 5; Max: 30

A d u lt

DATE

A d u lt

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$34

Beginning/Continued Painting with Acrylics

Demystify watercolor while you learn and practice various techniques and color mixing to create vibrant and luscious paintings. Plenty of demos with individual guidance for all levels. A suggested materials list will be provided by instructor after registration.

Min: 4; Max: 8

Joy of Watercolor Workshop

NE W

Joy of Watercolor

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DAY

TIME

May 5–May 26

Tue

6:30–8:30 pm

$52

$62

May 7–May 28

Thur

1–3 pm

$52

$62

Instructor: Ruth A. Block Location: Senior/Youth Annex (Tuesdays); Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2 (Thursdays) Min: 5; Max: 30

NONRES.

$44

Figure Drawing A d u lt

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 model fee paid to instructor. ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

Apr 1–June 3

Wed

7–9 pm

10x

$84

$94

June 10–Aug 12

Wed

7–9 pm

10x

$84

$94

A d u lt

Students will learn how to handle acrylic paint including how to mix colors, use of mediums, texture and washes, how to see values and build compositions, how to use acrylics like both oils and watercolor. Beginning students will initially do exercises, and then can choose to paint abstracts, landscapes, botanical studies, still-life’s or other subjects of their choosing. Continuing or advanced students, can start on individual paintings in acrylics or their choice of any painting or drawing media at first class, with instructor working with them individually. Learn of an easy, economical way to mat and frame finished pieces. Students supply their own paints, brushes, paper and canvas. Bring whatever supplies you already have to first class, where materials will be discussed and list handed out. $4 material fee paid to instructor. DATE

DAY

TIME

May 26–July 14

Tue

6:30–9 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$129

NONRES.

$134

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

Instructor: Jack Katz Location: Albany Senior Center, South Room; Multi-purpose Room (June 17) Min: 8; Max: 20

City of Albany

recreation & community services 510 524-9283

Exercise & Fitness

A g e s 1 4 – a d u lt

Beginning Yoga a d u lt

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. DATE

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

May 4–June 29* Mon

6:30–8 pm

$90

$100

July 6–Aug 17

6:30–8 pm

$80

$90

Mon

Instructor: Jennifer Sowerwine Location: Albany Community Center, Hall Min: 5; Max: 30 *No class on May 25

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Gentle Yoga A g e s 1 4 – A d u lt

DAY

May 6–June 3

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Wed

6:30–8 pm

$58

$68

June 17–July 15 Wed

6:30–8 pm

$58

$68

July 29–Aug 19

6:30–8 pm

$48

$58

Wed

NONRES.

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

May 6–June 24

Wed

5:45–6:45 pm

$100

$110

July 1–Aug 19

Wed

5:45–6:45 pm

$100

$110

NONRES.

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

Athlete Body Shop: Flexibility, Balance, Core

NE W

a d u lt

As athletes, we place high demands on our bodies to engage in the sports and other activities we enjoy. The high-performance machine that is the human body requires regular maintenance to keep it in good working condition and reduce the chance of injury. This class will address flexibility, balance and core strength using stretching and low-intensity exercises inspired by yoga and functional strength conditioning. Whether you’re a runner, cyclist, swimmer, triathlete looking for improved flexibility, or if you’re just looking to improve your general fitness for life, this class will provide overall body maintenance to help keep you “on the road”! DATE

DAY

TIME

May 3–June 21*

Sun

9:30–10:30 am

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$45

NONRES.

$55

Instructor: Steve Trutane Location: Albany Community Center, Hall Min: 5; Max: 40

*No class on May 17 & May 24

Adults

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

NE W

Adults

Introduction to Qi Gong II

Martial Arts

Advanced Da Yan 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: The pre-requisite required to take this class is Introduction to Da Yan Qi-Gong.

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

DATE

DAY

TIME

Apr 6–June 8*

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

Beginning Ki-Aikido A g e s 7 – A d u lt

Min: 1; Max: 10

Intermediate Qi Gong A d u lt

For those who have completed Beginning Qi Gong. 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

DAY

TIME

Apr 6–Jun 8*

Mon

6–7:30 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$90

NONRES.

$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

Tai Chi Chuan

*No class on April 27 & May 25

DATE

*No class on Apr 27 & May 25

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

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

May 5–Jun 11

T/Th

6–7:30 pm

12x

$88

$98

July 7–Aug 13

T/Th

6–7:30 pm

12x

$88

$98

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

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

May 9–May 30*

Sat

9–11 am

$60

June 6–June 27

Sat

9–11 am

$60

$70

July 11–July 25

Sat

9–11 am

$60

$70

Aug 1–Aug 22

Sat

9–11 am

$60

$70

*No class on May 16

City of Albany

recreation & community services 510 524-9283

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RUN AROUND TOWN SUNDAYS: The R.A.T.S. 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 new running options and challenges every Sunday. 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.

WINTER & SPRING Training

Sunday, September 20 • 8 am

Continue consistant training for your spring goals. Many of our runners will be entering 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.

RATS eat hills for breakfast! Start training for this year’s Marin Monster 10K fun run. This run will kick-off Albany Local Week (September 20-27) and will score you BIG points on your scorecard! There will be snacks and refreshments afterwards at the Albany Community Center. Registration of $25 is required for this event. Register by contacting eadams@albanyca.org or download an application at www.albanyca.org/ adultsports.

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

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Adult Leagues Summer is made for new teams and new friends! Join one of our adult leagues and play in a friendly and open environment. kickball: mini league Softball: Men's & Co-ed

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

Albany is the champion when it come to softball! We have Monday Men’s Competitive League, and Tuesday, Thursday, Friday Co-ed Leagues. All games are played at Ocean View Park. Details are on our website www. albanyca.org/adultsports. soccer: outdoor 5-aside

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Get your cleats on–Albany has Wednesday night 5-aside Co-ed Soccer. Albany Adult Soccer is your place for recreation level soccer! This league is for people who have never played soccer before, or are returning from a long hiatus. The emphasis is on learning the game, players who are a little older but have skills, and players who know the game but do not want to play in a hyper-competitive atmosphere. The emphasis is on FUN! Details are on our website www.albanyca.org/ adultsports.

City of Albany

This summer Albany continues its Kickball Mini-League–6 weeks of non-stop play! Play starts in May 2015. Grab 10 of your best friends and get on the field every Friday night. Release your inner child with this throwback sport. Details on www.albanyca. org/adultsports.

Albany loves Pickleball! Drop-in every Tuesday and Sunday evening for this fast and fun paddleball sport. Pickleball mixes tennis, ping-pong, and badminton together for quick play, easy scoring, and low-impact aerobic exercise. Games are played outdoors at the Ocean View Park tennis courts on Tuesdays 4–6 pm, and indoors at Albany High School Gym on Sundays 5–7 pm. $5 drop-in fee, $2 paddle rental.

recreation & community services 510 524-9283

activity guide Summer 2015

Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PAGE 68

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, May 4 and July 6, 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. Shopping Trips: The shuttle provides Albany residents 60+ door-to-door transportation from home to nearby grocery stores. Yearly registration fee required.

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.

Blood Pressure Checks: Fridays, May 15, June 19, July 17 and August 21, 1:30–3:30 pm. Service provided by Walgreens. Over 60 Health Clinic: Mondays, May 14 and July 16, 9 am. A nurse provides foot care, blood pressure checks, medication review and more. 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. HICAP Counseling: The Health Insurance Counseling & Advocacy Program (HICAP) provides free and objective information and counseling about Medicare. Volunteer counselors can help you understand your specific rights and healthcare options. Personal appointments can be made by calling (510) 839-0393.

City of Albany

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

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

recreation & community services 510 524-9283

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

mondays No socials on Mondays, May 25 (City Holidays) and August 24 (Building Maintenance)

Needlecraft & Beading May 4–Aug 31 • 9–11 am Bring your own materials and receive input from peers to improve your craftsmanship. Line Dancing for Beginners May 4–Aug 31 • 1:45–2:45 pm Come get your heart pumping and body moving to some great music and sounds. Yeehaw!

tuesdays No socials on Tuesday, August 25 (Building Maintenance)

Matinee Movie of the Week May 5–August 18 • 1:30 pm Enjoy some popcorn and a movie each week. See our movie flyer for a schedule of films being shown.

wednesdays No socials on Wednesday, August 26 (Building Maintenance)

Papier Mâché May 6–Aug 19 • 9–11 am Bring your own materials and receive input from peers to improve your craftsmanship.

thursdays No socials on Thursday, June 11 (Senior Resource Fair) and August 27 (Building Maintenance)

Painting May 7–Aug 20 • 9 am–noon Show off your artistic side. Bring your own materials and take this opportunity to get some positive feedback on your work.

activity guide Summer 2015

Thursdays, continued: Mahjong & Games May 7–Aug 20 • 1–3 pm Ping pong, board games, and cards available for anyone looking to have some fun. Line Dancing For Beginners May 7–Aug 20 • 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! May 7–Aug 20 • 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 May 7–Aug 20 • 11 am–12:30 pm Mandarin anyone? Mandarin conversation is taught by a native speaker. No experience necessary.

fridays No socials on Fridays, July 3 (City Holidays) and August 28 (Building Maintenance)

French Conversation May 1–Aug 21 • 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 May 1–Aug 21 • Noon–3 pm For the seasoned bridge player. Challenge yourself and those around you in our weekly bridge games.

Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PAGE 68

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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

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

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

DATE

DAY

TIME

May 1–Aug 21*

M–F

9–10 am

72x

NONRES.

Instructor: Allan Jacinto Location: Albany Community Center, Hall (Mon); Edith Stone Room (May 1); Rooms 1 & 2 (June 22, July 7, July 20, Aug 10, Aug 17); Albany Senior Center, Multi-Use Room (Tue–Fri) Min: 5; Max: 20

*No class on May 21, May 25, May 29–June 3, June 11, July 3

Rosen Method Movement

DAY

TIME

May 4–Aug 19*

M/W

10:30–11:30 am

31x

Ages 50–older

May 1–Aug 21*

Fri

9:30–10:30 am

15x

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.

Instructor: Yachiyo Otsubo Location: Albany Community Center, Hall; Albany Library, Edith Stone Room (May 1); Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2 (June 22–26, July 6–10, July 20–24, August 10–14, August 17–21 Min: 5; Max: 30

*No class on May 15, May 25, July 3

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. ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

Apr 28–June 16

Tue

10:30–11:30 am

June 23–Aug 11

Tue

10:30–11:30 am

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

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TIME

May 6–Aug 19

Wed

12:15–1:15 pm

16x

NONRES.

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 ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

DATE

DAY

TIME

May 1–July 31*

Fri

10:15–11:30 am

12x

NONRES.

$10

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

*No class June 19 & July 3

Instructor: Helen Morgan & Deborah Marks Location: Albany Senior Center, Multi-Use Room

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

Min: 3; Max: 15

Ages 50–older

Zumba® Gold 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. ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

DATE

DAY

TIME

May 7–July 30*

Thur

10:15–11:05 am

13x

NONRES.

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

May 6–Aug 19

Wed

10:15–11:30 am

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

16x

NONRES.

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

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

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

DATE

Ages 50–older

*No class May 21 & June 11

City of Albany

recreation & community services 510 524-9283

boomers & beyond

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

July 23

Thur

9:30 am–1 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$28

NONRES.

$33

Instructor: Jayah Faye Paley Location: Albany Senior Center, South Room Min: 6; Max: 10

Walk, Talk & Be Healthy! 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. DAY

Tuesdays

ALBANY RESIDENT

TIME

8:30 am–2:30 pm

NONRES.

Varies for each trip

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

Walk on the Albany Bulb Join us for leisurely walks on the Albany Bulb on the 1st Friday of each month. Meet in the parking lot at the end of Buchanan.

Fridays

Ages 50–older

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. No RSVP needed. Bring water and light snack, binoculars, cameras and walking poles if you use them. 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.

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

April 16

Thur

9–11 am

FREE

May 21

Thur

9–11 am

FREE

June 18

Thur

9–11 am

FREE

July 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

May: Creek to creek in the flatlands

Ages 50–older

DAY

Exploring Local Natural Treasures on Foot

ALBANY RESIDENT

TIME

9–11 am

Free

NONRES.

Free

Instructor: Zion Lee Location: Albany Bulb Min: 5; Max: 20

Ages 50–older

Take a glimpse into Albany’s history, including an easy walk led by the Albany Historical Society. Meet at the Albany Senior Annex for a short talk before walking approximately 1 mile to the plaque location. DAY

TIME

June 16

Tue

9–11 am

June: High paths, new paths Explore Berkeley paths over 1000 feet elevation, including some newly opened by Berkeley Path Wanderers Assn. Talk about what they have done to open the hills to all. Easy pace, great views–but lots of steps, both up and down. Meet at the AC Transit 67 stop at Stevenson and Grizzly Peak (a long block north of Shasta, ½ mile south of Marin). Ranger Bob Flasher leads. Info: rangerdude333@hotmail.com. July: Elegant Thousand Oaks paths

Historical Society Plaque Walk

DATE

Meet at Codornices Creek and the Ohlone Greenway, opposite 1200 Masonic, Albany (one block north of Gilman, AC Transit 25) for an easy, level, 2.3 mile round trip on the old Santa Fe Right of Way to Codornices Creek. Lots of history, and enjoy coffee or lunch at Berkeley Bagels Garden on return. F5C President Susan Schwartz leads. Info: f5creeks@gmail.com.

ALBANY RESIDENT

Free

Meet at Peets Coffee, 1825 Solano (at Colusa; AC Transit 18) for a gentle to moderate loop on beautiful old paths including Yosemite Steps, unexpected alleyways, and glimpses of creeks in the Thousand Oaks area. Shirley Jowell leads. Information: sjowell@sbcglobal.net.

NONRES.

Free

Instructor: Albany Historical Society Location: Meet at the Senior/Youth Annex Min: 5; Max: 20 activity guide Summer 2015

Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PAGE 68

boomers & beyond

Literature

Women's Lives: Spring

Savoring Short Stories: 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)

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

Apr 3–June 5

Fri

TIME

2–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

10x

$65

NONRES.

$70

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

Novels: Spring

DATE

DAY

TIME

Apr 6–June 15*

Mon

11:30 am–1:30 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

10x

$65

NONRES.

$70

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

*No class on May 25

Min: 4; Max: 30

Savoring Short Stories: Summer

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

NONRES.

$65

$70

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

Women's Lives: Summer The Times Literary Supplement called Rosemary Dinnage's Alone! Alone! Lives of Some Outsider Women "deft, suspenseful, heart-warming, and unforgettable." Published in 2004 by New York Review Books. DATE

Min: 4; Max: 30

Ages 50–older

DAY

June 26–Aug 21* Fri

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

2–4 pm

$60

NONRES.

$65

We'll read the eye-opening Vintage Book of Latin American Stories, edited by Carlos Fuentes and Julio Ortega, published in 1998 by Random House. DATE

DAY

June 22–Aug 10

Mon

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

11:30 am–1:30 pm 8x

$60

NONRES.

$65

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

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

Novels: Summer

Min: 4; Max: 30

ages 50–older

*No class on July 3

We'll read Daniel Woodrell's intriguing novel The Maid's Version, published in 2013 by Little, Brown and Company) DATE

DAY

TIME

June 24–Aug 5

Wed

3–5 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$55

NONRES.

$60

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

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. DATE

DAY

TIME

Apr 28–July 28

Tue

10 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

14x

$103

NONRES.

$108

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

City of Albany

recreation & community services 510 524-9283

Watercolor Tricks & Techniques

Ages 50–older

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.

Experiment and have fun while learning a variety of ways to handle watercolor, mix watercolor with other media, try new techniques and produce a wide variety of effects you can later put into your paintings. Keeping it free and expressive, we will scrub out, use lift off fluid, sponges and stencils, gouache, experiment with back runs, wax crayons, colored inks, plastic wrap, drafting tape, colored pencils, pastels, foil, plastic wrap, drafting tape, tissues and paper towels, salt, different brushes and papers, learn stippling, water perspective, brush drawing, dry brush and more! Class is for complete beginners or experienced painters who want to free up, explore and learn some new stuff.

DATE

DAY

June 16–July 21

Tue

Ages 50–older

Instructor: Kathryne Ann Kinsey Location: Albany Senior/Youth Annex, 842 Masonic Avenue

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 (May 4, June 1, June 22, July 13 ) and 6 field trips (May 11, May 18, June 8, June 15, June 29, July 6) 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 will include Martinez shoreline, Garin Dry Creek, Sibley and Sunol Regional Park. Carpooling available to fieldtrip locations. $5 material fee paid to instructor. DATE

DAY

May 4–July 13*

Mon

TIME

9 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

10x

$85

NONRES.

$90

Instructor: Ted Pierce Location: Albany Senior/Youth Annex, 842 Masonic Avenue Min: 8; Max: 20

* No class on May 25

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Birds of the Bay Area

10 am–noon

$25

NONRES.

$30

Min: 4; Max: 12

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. April 30th is refresher course for those who have taken the eight hour course within the last four years. 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

Apr 30

Thur

AAPR MEM.

NONMEM.

$20

1–5:30 pm

$15

May 28 & June 4 Thur

1–5 pm

$15

$20

July 16 & July 23 Thur

1–5 pm

$15

$20

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

World Affairs & Politics Ages 50–older

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

DAY

TIME

June 15–Aug 17

Mon

9:30–11 am

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

10x

NONRES.

Students should bring watercolor supplies they already have to first class where materials will be discussed and list handed out. The instructor will supply a variety of special materials for the class. $8 materials fee paid to instructor. DATE

DAY

May 26–July 14

Tue

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Noon–3 pm

$129

NONRES.

$134

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

Memoir Writing 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. DATE

DAY

May 11–Aug 17* Mon

TIME

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 May 25

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

activity guide Summer 2015

Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PAGE 68

boomers & beyond

Special Interest

Bridge for Beginners

boomers & beyond

Presentations

Welcome to Medicare: An Overview of Coverage and Options

Independent Seniors: Aging In Place

Ages 50–older

This presentation provides information on how to obtain free specialized phones that make it easier to hear, dial and call.

This presentation will provide an overview of the Medicare program including eligibility, costs, benefits and recent changes.

The Albany Senior Center will be presenting a series of presentations on “Topics that Matter.” Come join us at these engaging, informative, fun and interactive presentations. Sessions will be led by a professional in the topics covered. Refreshments will be served. Registration is recommended but not required.

DATE

DAY

TIME

May 11

Mon

10 am

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

Free

Instructor: Paul Lee, Albany Senior Center’s HICAP Counselor Location: Albany Senior Center

Ages 50–older

DATE

DAY

TIME

July 13

Mon

10 am

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

Free

Instructor: Triet Hoang, Field Operations Support Staff, CTAP Location: Albany Senior Center Min: 5; Max: 30

Min: 5; Max: 30

Nutritional Tools for Healthy Living

Advanced Health Care Directives

Ages 50–older

This presentation explains Advance Health Care Directives and how to complete them. Helpful information regarding wills and trusts will also be provided. DATE

DAY

TIME

June 8

Mon

10 am

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

Free

Instructor: Anupa Batra, Community Education Coordinator, Legal Assistance for Seniors Location: Albany Senior Center

Learn how to analyze food using fun and practical tools to plan and compare meals. DATE

DAY

TIME

Aug 10

Mon

10 am

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

Free

Instructor: Trinh Tran, PhD, Nutrition Biology and Professor at CCSF Location: Albany Senior Center Min: 5; Max: 30

Min: 5; Max: 30

iPad Partners for Computer Beginners

iPads

Ages 50–older

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 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 how-to's of email and internet and share both fun and problem-solving apps.

Smart Phone & Tablet Photography for Beginners

DATE

DAY

Ages 50–older

May 1–June 26*

Fri

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

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Noon–1:30 pm

NONRES.

Donation

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

Apr 30–June 25* Thur

TIME

1–2:30 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Instructor: Mary McKenna Location: Albany Senior Center, South Room

Instructor: Patrick McKenna Location: Albany Senior Center, Multi-Use Room

Min: 4; Max: 35

*No class on July 3 & July 31

NONRES.

Donation

*No class on May 21 & June 11

NONRES.

May 6–June 24

Wed

1–2:30 pm

$40

$45

July 1–Aug 19

Wed

1–2:30 pm

$40

$45

Instructor: Carol Carlisle Location: Albany Senior Center, South Room Min: 5; Max: 20

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and the company of friends, old and new. Join in an old-fashioned pleasurable American tradition of stopping to smell the roses and lickin’ some cold ice cream!

Matinee Movie of the Week Tuesdays in May • 1:30 pm • $1 Join us for a series of movies highlighting seniors! Cocoon (1985): A science-fiction/fantasy film directed by Ron Howard about a group of elderly people rejuvenated by aliens. As Good as it Gets (1997): A witty and poignant romantic comedy with Jack Nickolson as an unusual protagonist. Julie & Julia (2009): Culinary legend Julia Child provides a frustrated office worker with a new recipe for life. Gotta Dance (2009): Captures the adventures of the first-ever senior citizen hip hop dance team for the New Jersey Nets Basketball Team. Monthly Birthday Dinner May (Date TBA) • 3:30 pm • $5 Celebrate Older American’s Month, May birthdays and Mother’s Day at our monthly feast including dinner, birthday cake and entertainment. Sign-ups start in early May. Garden Ice Cream Social Wednesday, May 13 • 1 pm • $1 Put on your sunbonnets and join the springtime party in our new garden with sundaes and home-baked cookies, balloons, lovely music

Older Americans Month High Tea Thursday, May 21 • Noon–2 pm • $5 Join us for this very special event honoring Older Americans. Come have tea and a light lunch while listening to wonderful entertainment. Decorate your table (for 4), 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, 2015. Admission fee includes tea and lunch. Comedy/Music Show: Planet of the Boomers Thursday, May 28 • 1:30–2:45 pm • $5 (Suggested Donation) This is a comedy show for anyone born between 1946 and 1964, or who knows someone of this rock-n-roll, peace march, Howdy-Doody to Star Trek generation. Richard Stockton’s acclaimed one-man show runs one hour and ten minutes straight through, and is clean and uplifting, musical and full of fun and change-the-world energy. Come with friends and family. Snacks will be available.

Backyard BBQ: Pre-Independence Day Celebration Join FOAS at a summer BBQ dinner to celebrate Pre-Independence Day. Friday, July 3 5:30–7:30 pm

White Elephant & Bake Sale! Enjoy an evening of entertainment and BBQ chicken dinner prepared by the Albany Lions Club.

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!

$7 Adults, $6 Children 6 and under.

Saturday, August 15 5–7:30 pm

The Senior/Youth Annex 842 Masonic Avenue, Albany

$11 Adults, $5 Children 6 and under. ($12/$6 if purchased after Aug 7)

Now accepting items! Electronics, typewriters, clothing or furniture will be not be accepted.

Albany Community Center 1249 Marin Ave., Albany

Albany Senior Center 846 Masonic Avenue, Albany

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Saturday, April 26 • 9 am–2 pm

Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PAGE 68

Senior Events

Celebrate Older Americans Month

“Get Into the Act”

Travel Troupe

Monterey Bay Aquarium VIP Tour

Travel

Ages 50–older

TIME

10:30 am–5:30 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$39

$74

TIME

1–6 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$79

NONRES.

$84

June 25

Thur

TIME

7:45 am–2 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Summer Fest! Castroville Artichoke Festival

San Francisco Exploratorium

DATE

DAY

May 30

Sat

TIME

8:30 am–5 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$39

NONRES.

$44

Trip Includes: Transportation, Exploratorium admission and lunch at the Seaglass Restaurant.

$39

NONRES.

$44

DATE

DAY

June 3

Wed

TIME

9 am–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$39

NONRES.

$44

Trip Includes: Transportation, docent led Yacht Tour, Three Bridges Bay Cruise and box lunch.

Thur

Wed

10 am–3 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$59

NONRES.

$64

Trip Includes: Transportation, game ticket and $12 food or merchandise voucher.

Ages 50–older

June 18

July 1

TIME

Ages 50–older

Lunch Cruise on the Presidential Yacht Potomac

DAY

Min: 12; Max: 21

DATE

World Champion San Francisco Giants vs. The New York Mets

TIME

9 am–3 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$79

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

July 8

Wed

TIME

11 am–5 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$59

NONRES.

$64

Min: 12; Max: 21

Summer Fest! Gilroy Garlic Festival Ages 50–older

Trip Includes: Transportation and festival admission. Exploring and lunch on your own. DATE

DAY

July 24

Fri

TIME

8 am–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$39

NONRES.

$44

Min: 12; Max: 21

$84

Min: 12; Max: 21

Trip Includes: Transportation and traditional afternoon Tea.

DAY

Min: 12; Max: 21

Trip Includes: Transportation and professional tour guide. Lunch is on your own at one of the local tech companies.

$44

Ages 50–older

Min: 12; Max: 21

$69

Ages 50–older

NONRES.

Traditional Afternoon Tea: San Francisco Ritz-Carlton

Sat

DATE

Min: 12; Max: 21

On the Level Tours: Silicon Valley

DAY

8 am–5 pm

NONRES.

Min: 12; Max: 21

May 16

Wed

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Min: 12; Max: 21

Trip Includes: Transportation, all you can eat Turf Club Buffet, official racing program, admission ticket, and Winner’s Circle privileges.

DATE

May 20

TIME

Trip Includes: Transportation and festival admission. Lunch and exploring on your own.

Ages 50–older

Thur

DAY

Ages 50–older

Golden Gate Turf Club

May 7

DATE

Trip Includes: Transportation, museum admission, docent led tour. Lunch is on your own.

Ages 50–older

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.

DAY

Ages 50–older

Trip Includes: Transportation, aquarium admission, and docent led VIP Tour. Lunch will be on your own at Cannery Row.

Albany Senior Travel Troupe

DATE

J.M.W. Exhibit at the de Young Museum

Summer Fest! Carmel Valley Art & Wine Celebration Ages 50–older

Trip Includes: Transportation and festival admission. Lunch and exploring on your own. DATE

DAY

June 20

Sat

TIME

8:30 am–5 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$39

NONRES.

$44

Min: 12; Max: 21

Special Presentation: The Senior Travel Troupe is Going to Cuba! Want to learn more about travel to Cuba? Our Senior Travel Troupe tour will be in March of 2016. Come learn more about this exciting tour as Kris Adams from Premier World Discovery will give an exclusive presentation about this exciting destination. April 16, 2015 • 7 pm • Albany Senior Center, 846 Masonic Avenue

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On The Level Tours: 1915 Panama Pacific International Exhibition

Summer Fest! Bodega Seafood, Art and Wine Festival

Ages 50–older

Trip Includes: Transportation and professional tour guide. Lunch is on your own.

Trip Includes: Transportation and professional tour guide. Dinner is included at a restaurant near the Ferry Building, which will have the lighting as it did in 1915.

Trip Includes: Transportation and festival admission. Exploring and lunch are on your own.

DATE

DAY

July 29

Wed

TIME

9 am–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

$39

$44

Min: 12; Max: 21

DATE

DAY

Aug 26

Wed

TIME

1–8 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$59

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

Aug 29

Sat

TIME

8:30 am–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$39

NONRES.

$44

Min: 12; Max: 21

$64

Min: 12; Max: 21

Graton Resort & Casino Ages 50–older

Trip Includes: Transportation. Gaming, exploring and lunch are on your own. DATE

DAY

Aug 12

Wed

TIME

8:30 am–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

$19

$24

Min: 12; Max: 21

Phantom of the Opera at the Orpheum Theatre Ages 50–older

Trip Includes: Transportation and Orchestra level ticket. Lunch is on your own. DATE

DAY

Aug 20

Thur

TIME

11 am–5 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$99

NONRES.

$104

Min: 12; Max: 21

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.

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Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PAGE 68

Travel Troupe

On the Level Tours: Diego Rivera Murals in San Francisco

Lunch Troupe

Senior Travel Lunch Troupe

Sausalito

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.

Ages 50–older

Trip includes: Transportation. Exploring, shopping and lunch are on your own. DATE

DAY

May 27

Wed

TIME

9:30 am–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

$19

$24

Min: 12; Max: 21

Picnic at the Presidio: Off the Grid Food Trucks Ages 50–older

Trip includes: Transportation. Exploring, shopping and lunch are on your own.

The

DATE

DAY

June 7

Sun

TIME

10:30 am–3 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

$19

$24

Min: 12; Max: 21

Lunch t r o u pe

Hayes Valley Ages 50–older

Trip includes: Transportation. Exploring, shopping and lunch are on your own. DATE

DAY

June 15

Wed

TIME

11 am–3 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

$19

$24

Min: 12; Max: 21

Capitola Ages 50–older

Trip includes: Transportation. Exploring, shopping and lunch are on your own. TIME

NONRES.

DAY

Aug 5

Wed

9:30 am–4 pm

$19

$24

Aug 7

Fri

9:30 am–4 pm

$19

$24

Min: 12; Max: 21

ALBANY SENIOR RESOURCE FAIR

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

DATE

Thursday, June 11 • 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.

City of Albany

recreation & community services 510 524-9283

Extended Vacations

Senior Travel Troupe Extended Vacations 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.

Oregon Trails Ages 50–older

Natural Wonders of Costa Rica

Ages 50–older

7 Days: July 24, 2015

9 Days: November 4, 2015

Trip Includes: Roundtrip airfare, hotel, ground transfers, 9 Meals (6 breakfasts and 3 dinners), motorcoach transportation on tours, admissions per itinerary, sightseeing per itinerary, hotel transfers, baggage handling.

Trip Includes: Roundtrip airfare, hotel, ground transfers, 18 Meals (8 breakfasts, 3 lunch and 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.

East Coast Islands, the Hamptons & the Big Apple

Charleston & Savannah Holiday

Ages 50–older

7 Days: December 1, 2015

6 Days: September 13, 2015

6 Days: June 4, 2015 Trip Includes: Roundtrip airfare, hotel, ground transfers, 8 Meals (5 breakfasts and 3 dinners), motorcoach transportation on tours, admissions per itinerary, sightseeing per itinerary, hotel transfers, baggage handling. Cost: $1825 per person, double occupancy; $575 single supplement. Deposit: $300 per person. Final payment due April 17, 2015. Please make checks payable to Premier World Discovery. Cancellation Waiver is available for additional fee.

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Yellowstone & the Wild West

Trip Includes: Roundtrip airfare, hotel, ground transfers, 7 Meals (5 breakfasts and 2 dinners), motorcoach transportation on tours, admissions per itinerary, sightseeing per itinerary, hotel transfers, baggage handling. Cost: $2145 per person, double occupancy; $625 single supplement. Deposit: $300 per person. Final payment due June 29, 2015. Please make checks payable to Premier World Discovery. Cancellation Waiver is available for additional fee.

Ages 50–older

Trip Includes: Roundtrip airfare, hotel, ground transfers, 10 Meals (6 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 3 dinners), motorcoach transportation on tours, admissions per itinerary, sightseeing per itinerary, hotel transfers, baggage handling. Cost: $2195 per person, double occupancy; $650 single supplement. Deposit: $300 per person. Final payment due September 15, 2015. Please make checks payable to Premier World Discovery. Cancellation Waiver is available for additional fee.

Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PAGE 68

arts committee

K a r e n K l i e r E a st Bay D i a r i es July 10–October 5 • Opening Reception: July 12, 4–6 pm • Albany Community Center Foyer The series of works on paper are painted out-of-doors, infused with high-key colors and natural forms. They are also process-oriented, made using painter’s tape, allowing layers of different works to be revealed and obscured. "My paintings are crafted to inspire a joy for the everyday, the organic and familiar, with colors and forms inspired by the early modernism. They have provided a terrific opportunity for me to play tricks of color and layering that create magical combinations overall, and hidden in smaller details. Albany is so important to my family and the library is at the heart of what we do. The work of the Community Arts Committee in putting together the consistent exhibitions has inspired me to share the work I mostly keep private." Detail, Chicken, 2014 acrylic on paper, 22½ × 30"

J u d i t h P r o ll e r R e f l ect i o n s April 10–June 8 • Opening Reception: April 12, 4–6 pm • Albany Community Center Foyer Most of us spend time in cities and villages walking past shop windows. Typically, we focus on the displays in each shop. However, what we rarely notice is that the windows also reflect the space behind us. "My goal is to create an altered sense of reality. My intent is to merge the background images with the foreground so that the two images complement one another. The photographs represent my creativity as seen through my camera lens." Judith Proller has studied photography for the past several decades. Her work has been displayed at various venues, including the Marin Museum for Contemporary Arts and the Healdsburg Center for the Arts. All profits from her sales go to research of memory disorders & dementia at the UCSF Memory and Aging Center. Brugge, Belgium, 2007 photography, 22 × 28"

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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miscellany

EVERYTHINGALBANY Your hub for everything in Albany everythingalbany.com

activity guide Summer 2015

Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PAGE 68

@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

Swingin’ Cats in Cool Jazz Hats: Jazz Appreciation Showcase

Uncle Jer’s Travelling Bee Show Co-Sponsored with Albany Library

Friday, Apr. 24 • 7–9 pm • $10 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 Q & A period will follow the second set. Light refreshments available!

Friday, May 29 • 7–8 pm • Free This is a sweet family-friendly event! Through story telling, we will discuss the history of bees, pollination, honey production, honey harvesting, reproduction, bee safety, physical aspects of bees and the health benefits of honey–all in a lively and entertaining multi-media event. Attendees will learn about the oldest bee found in amber, hexagons and centrifugal force. Experience live honey bees, including the queen, frames of beeswax and sweet smelling honeycomb and more. Through a puppet show we will explore the many jobs of a worker bee and learn the bee dance! Each child will receive a honey stick and their own activity book to take home. Honey available for purchase.

Movie in Memorial Park: Babe Friday, June 26 • 8:40 pm • Free

Albany Trivia Night Fridays, July 31 • 7–8:30 pm • Free Is your head full of random knowledge? Do your friends always roll their eyes when you begin a sentence with “actually…”? Sounds like pub trivia, Albanystyle, is right up your alley! Bring a group of friends or show up by yourself and join a free-agent team. Classic pub trivia with multiple rounds, topics and maybe even a few wild cards.

City-wide Treasure Hunt Friday, Aug 28 • 7–9 pm • Free Ahoy matey! We are hosting an adventurous city-wide treasure hunt that will take you around the ol’ City of Albany. Can you find all the items before Davvy Jones catches up with ye’? Only one way to find out-we will see you on the 28th of August or it’s thee plank for ya! This event is sure to put the “ARRRR” in Recreation. All ages are welcome!

Join us at Memorial Park for a familyfriendly movie night. Pack a picnic, a few blankets and the entire family to watch the timeless classic ‘Babe’ (90-min running time). We will bring the popcorn! Special thanks to 5 Little Monkeys for co-sponsoring this fun outdoor event.

City of Albany

recreation & community services 510 524-9283

bike month

Wednesday, May 13, 2015 Join your classmates and ride your bike to school! Each Albany school has Bike-to-School events planned.

The City of Albany Community Services Department presents

BIKE

ABOUT

TOWN Stop by Albany’s Energizer Station from 7–9 am Ohlone Greenway at Marin Avenue The Energizer Station will provide coffee, snacks, SWAG, bike goodies and the famous Bike to Work Day bags. www.ebbc.org/btwd

May 15, June 19, July 17, August 21 6:30pm·BikesonSolano, 1554SolanoAve.

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Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PAGE 68

Events Sports Equipment Swap Thursday, August 27 • 6–7:30 pm Albany Community Center Rooms 1 & 2 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 or you want to give softball a try this year. Not a problem! You can exchange your soccer cleats for volleyball knee pads! Both youth and adult sports equipment will be accepted. Leftover equipment will be donated. Contact Nick Jordan at njordan@albanyca.org for more information. 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.

Albany Police Activities League

B i c y cl e R o d e o

national Night Out

Saturday, April 25, 2015 • 10 am–1 pm Cornell Elementary School, 920 Talbot Avenue, Albany Rodeo activities will include bike inspections, safety information, and a bicycle safety course. The first 100 participants will be given a free bicycle helmet. The goal of the bicycle rodeo 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. This event will focus on young riders in elementary and middle school. For more information please visit www.albanypal.net or call the Albany Police Department 525-7300. Police and Youth Working Together for a Safer Community

City of Albany

National Night Out 2015 Tuesday, August 4 Close down your street for free and throw a block party, make ice cream sundaes or whatever brings your neighbors together. Register early to qualify for a visit from McGruff, give-away items for kids, a special host gift and a visit from city staff. Contact Karina Tindol at ktindol@albanyca.org or register at www.albanyca.org/nno.

recreation & community services 510 524-9283

Events

R U N AROUND City of Albany Community Services Department presents

TOWN

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

The Tool Pool makes checking out the tools you need simple. Visit the online library and check out the growing inventory, create an account and then stop by the Albany Recreation and Community Services offices (1249 Marin Avenue) for verification. Please bring an ID or piece of mail to verify your address. Contact Liam Kelly at lkelly@albanyca.org for more information or visit www.albanyca.org/toolpool.

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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Neighbor-2-Neighbor Workshop Series Community Building Workshop Tuesday, June 23 • 6:30–8 pm Albany Community Center EOC Room What have you done on your block to build community? Are you looking for ways to get your neighbors together? Come share your neighborhood event stories and ideas (simple potlucks to huge block parties) with other neighbors in the community. Bringing our neighbors together makes our blocks safer, stronger and a whole lot more fun! N2N is all about neighbors sharing ideas, inspiration and knowledge with other neighbors about topics that build community.

Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PAGE 68

events

Blood Drive

Walk ’n Roll to School Day

Thursday, August 6 • 9:30 am–3 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”.

Albany Recreation & Community Services

C a r S h o w Saturday, July 4, 2014 (at the Green, Red, White & Blue Celebration) Noon–3 pm • Memorial Park Got a jewel of a car you want to show off? Register for the 4th of July Car Show! Registration forms will be available at www.albanyca.org/rec on May 1, 2015. This is an opportunity to either show your unique car or to enjoy the collections of others. Special classic cars, muscle cars, vintage cars, hot rods or cool electric cars are featured with one top prize awarded at the event. Please email ephalen@albanyca.org or call Recreation Department at 524-9283 for more information.

Albany Lions 4th of July Pancake Breakfast It’s an Albany Tradition! Saturday, July 4, 2015 8 am–11 am Veterans Memorial Building 1325 Portland Avenue, Albany

City of Albany

recreation & community services 510 524-9283

Events

Citywide Garage Sale Saturday, May 9, 2015 • 9 am–3 pm Too much old stuff? Need space in your garage? Host a garage sale! Registration fee is $10. Open to Albany residents only. Participants will be included in promotional event map. Registration forms are due April 17, 2015. For registration form and more information visit www.albanyca.org/ greenalbany.

Join in Albany's community-wide

C L OTHI NG S WA P April 23 & July 9, 7:30 pm Albany Community Center

Clean out your closets and bring your wearable-but-unwanted clothing to the Community Center where you can rummage through everyone else's wearable-but-unwanted items and find a fabulous new-to-you winter wardrobe! Bring one bag or more of your washed, gently worn items (men's, women's, maternity, plus size and children's clothing) and be admitted to our fabulous swap room where clothing will be set out by type (pants, skirts, shirts, blouses, etc.). Choose items and take them home. All sizes welcome.

Save the Date(s)

BLOCK MOVIE NIGHTS

The sole purpose of the Block Movie Nights is to get neighbors to meet their neighbors! Block Movie Night package fee is $100 plus cost of movie licensing. We provide the 12’ movie screen, movie, sound system, street closure (five hours) and two staff members. Your block provides electricity, a few helpers and a social gathering that includes food prior to the movie. Movie Nights can take place on Saturdays or Sundays between: July 18–October 4. For more information, contact: Liam Kelly at lkelly@albanyca.org.

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Wednesdays in September 6:30-8 pm Memorial Park

Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PAGE 68

events

Local Garden Swap 10K

Bring your excess homegrown produce to swap with your neighbors.

RU N

Tuesday evenings beginning May 5, 6:30 (Be on time for best selection) Albany Community Center Patio

2015 Sunday, September 20, 2015 • 8am • $25 Start trainng now! The Marin Monster 10K fun run is exactly that…a monster of a run! Head straight up Marin Avenue and then weave your way back to the Albany Community Center. The Marin Monster kicks off Albany Local Week (September 20–27). Register early this run was a sell-out in 2014! Download an application at www.albanyca.org/adultsports.

City of Albany

recreation & community services 510 524-9283

filmfest

Albany AN N UAL

PRODUCERS

The 5th Annual Albany FilmFest thanks you for an awesome event! Wow. We celebrated our first five years with awesome community participation: a great new venue at the Albany Twin, our semi-glamorous Gala at Sam’s Log Cabin, after-party at the Ivy Room, and enthusiastic participation from local filmgoers, local filmmakers, and the Solano Avenue business community. We could not have done it without all of you. Thanks to the City of Albany, City staff, KALB-33, Albany’s Community Media Access Committee, our intrepid and hardworking band of organizers and volunteers, and especially to our wonderful financial supporters and in-kind partners. All profits from this year’s events will be used for media training classes and to provide opportunities for local youth.

CREATIVE DIRECTORS

T h a n k yo u ! Executive Producer Level Solano Avenue Association Director Level Albany Community Foundation Landmark’s Albany Twin Mechanics Bank Creative Director Level DTC Lighting & Grip “DTC Best in Show Award” Sponsor Golden Gate Fields Waste Management Producer Level Arkin-Tilt Architects • Spitzley ConStruction Media Partner East Bay Express In-kind Partners Albany YMCA • Arrow Glass • Alliance Graphics Bua Luang • Café Rendez-Vous Bistro • Design-a-Sign Fistfull of Cake Films • Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant Lunafest • Rhythmix Cultural Center Rialto Cinemas Cerrito & Elmwood Stone Bridge Press • Whole Foods Gilman 2015 Judging panel Waylon Bacon • Rick Tejada-Flores • Stephanie Watanabe • Laura Weiss Albany Filmfest Team Naomi Lucks Sigal, Project Coordination & Communications Jack Kenny, Partnership & Festive Host Peter Goodman, albany Arts Committee & Organizing Ellen Toomey, Brand and Communications Design Beth Ellis-Dickson, Social Media City of Albany Staff Jeremy Allen, KALB Manager & Technical Director Nir Maoz, Technical Team Leader Brennen Brown, Video, Programming & Technical Support

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filmfest

Short (and really short) films by California Filmmakers

The Albany Community Foundation was founded in 2001 to expand charitable giving in Albany with an emphasis on recreation and social services, festivals and events, community beautification and civic good. In addition to the Film Fest, ACF sponsors the High Schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Spring Concert in the Park, the Albany Reads program, Park Clean-up Days, Dinner with Albany and many other community projects.

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Friendship Club

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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.

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UPCOMING OPPORTUNITIES Apr: Friends of Albany Parks, @theCenter, Earth Day Waterfront Clean-up, Tool Pool, Clothing Swap May: Friends of Albany Parks, @theCenter, Bike About Town, Bikes & Brews, 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

June: Friends of Albany Parks, @theCenter,, Tool Pool, Bike About Town, Sr. Resource Fair, Older Americans Month events July: 4th of July event, Tool Pool, @theCenter, Bike About Town August: Friends of Albany Parks, @theCenter, Tool Pool, Bike About Town

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Earth Day Water fro nt Clean U p 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 Commu n it y Gar d e n @ 8 4 2 M as o n ic Wednesday, April 22 • 6:30–7:30 pm • 842 Masonic Ave Looking for a gardening experience but don’t have the space? The Albany Senior Center’s Community Garden is located at 846 Masonic Ave and is looking for stewards that want to contribute to our new ‘Nano-Volunteer Project’. We are looking for people that can volunteer 10-60 minutes a month and are interested in community building and improving our urban green spaces. Projects include: watering, planting, clean-up, raised bed preparation, harvesting, weeding, fertilizing. 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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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. Gardeners wanted! Now accepting applications for garden plots at the Ocean View Community Organic Garden (plots are located behind the tennis courts). Grow your own delicious food and enjoy the community of fellow gardeners. No experience necessary. Annual membership is only $60. For more information, contact the Albany Recreation & Community Services Department at (510)524-928 or pick up an application in person at 1249 Marin Avenue 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.

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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 Albany Parks T-shirt. 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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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 (each table seats a max 6 people), 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 non-residents. Maximum: 24 people The West Side has five picnic tables (each table seats a max of 6 people), 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. Maximum: 30 people 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 (each table seats a max of 6 people), 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. Maximum: 30 people

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).

Please note: Starting July 1, 2015 a refunable cleaning deposit will be charged for all picnic rentals.

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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 summer 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 birthday 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 1:10. For a detailed quote contact Nick Jordan at (510) 559-7225.

albany senior center

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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city info

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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CITY COUNCIL, COMMIT TEE OR COMMISSION MEETING ONLINE!

City of Albany Community Access TV Cable Channel 33 www.albanyca.org/kalb

www.Albany CA.org Park & Recreation Commission

Ad Hoc Dog Committee

Arts Committee

Chelle Putzer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Staff Liaison Tod Abbott. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chair Alene Pearson. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice Chair Eytan Urbas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Emma Yee. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Vacant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Beth Ellis-Dickson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Noreen Linden. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Jen Daly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Sheryl Black . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Vacant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Vacant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Meets the 2nd Monday of each month at 7 pm, City Hall, Council Chambers

Charter Review Committee

Nicole Almaguer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Staff Liaison Gabriel Baty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chair Caryl O'Keefe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice Chair Lisa Schneider. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Preston Jordan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Vacant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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 Marge Atkinson. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Rosalie Gonzales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Cynthia Hegedus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Alan Riffer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Sara Levin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Ken McCroskey. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Harry Chomsky. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Robert del Rosario. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Terry Lamb. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Naomi Sigal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Liz McBee-Horner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Josh Lebowitz. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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 for their service to the community.

Get involved in local government Attend a City Council, Commission or Committee meeting, view City Council meetings on local cable KALB Channel 33, or view meeting agendas and minutes at www.AlbanyCA.org 66

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Recreation Facilities & Staff

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 Parks

Ocean View Park . . . . . . . . 900 Buchanan Street Tennis, Tennis Hitting Wall, Basketball, Softball, Soccer, Picnic, Friendship Club, Playground, Community Garden

Isabelle Leduc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Staff Liaison Paul O'Curry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chair Margie Marks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Bart Grossman. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Vacant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Vacant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Susan Friedland. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Christopher Kent. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Val Joseph Menotti. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Erik Giesen-Fields. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Meets the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month at 7 pm, City Hall, Council Chambers

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Memorial Park . . . . . . . . . 1325 Portland Avenue Tennis, Basketball, Baseball/Softball, Soccer, Playground, Picnic, Friendship Club

Police & Fire Pension Board

Kim Denton. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chair Nicole Almaguer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice Chair Peter Maass. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Ron Golem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Thomas Cooper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Robert Uhrhammer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Janet Smith-Heimer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Ruskin Hartley. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Vacant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Vacant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Vacant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Vacant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Meets on the 1st Monday of every odd-numbered month (as needed) at 6 pm, City Hall

There are three ways to register for classes: 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

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.

Dial 211 for information and referrals to health, housing, and human services in Alameda County. 211 is a free and confidential phone service, available 24/7 in over 170 languages.

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how to register

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, Liam Kelly and Rosemarie Chu, Recreation Coordinators Eleanore Adams, Adult Sports Coordinator

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

Registration Form

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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. 68

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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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recreation & community services 510 524-9283

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

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Recreation & Community Services 1249 Marin Avenue Albany, CA 94706 CARRIER PRESORT POSTAL CUSTOMER ALBANY, CA 94706

4thofJuly SATURDAY, JULY 4 · 12–4pm · MEMORIAL PARK

green, red, white & blue celebration* family fun, entertainment, food

kid’s & family games · rock climbing wall zip line · jump houses · mustache/beard contest watermelon-eating contest · east bay vivarium pet show · local food trucks · live music

Arrive early for the annual Albany Lions Club pancake breakfast, 8–11 am, Veterans Memorial Building

Diaper DERBY who’s got the fastest baby in town?

Saturday, July 4th • Memorial Park Divisions: Crawlers: 6–10 months (10 feet) Crawlers: 11+ months (15 feet) Tippy Toe Toddlers: 11–24 months (15 feet) Tippy Toe Toddlers: 24–30 months (20 feet) Register at the Diaper Derby table at the event.

*By “green” we mean our goal is to have a zero-waste event, using compostable plates and utensils, and by recycling cans and paper goods, etc.

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