City of Albany (CA) Recreation & Community Services 2014 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 2014

community-building albany-style

Let’s Pool Our Tools

Has the native flora in your backyard grown waist-high, but you really don’t want to own a weed wacker? Have turkeys permanently defaced your power drill? Are you circular-saw impaired?

For more information: www.albanyca.org/toolpool

The City of Albany Recreation & Community Services Department is starting a tool lending library—Albany Tool Pool—so that we can all share those tools we only need every once in a while. Tool lending libraries work like regular libraries, except you don’t read the tools, you use them instead. Tool lending libraries give the community access to needed tools, without people having to purchase and store such things. Albany Tool Pool will provide low-cost access to tools, foster sustainability, and build community through sharing. All good, right? Donations are now being accepted. Drop off your extra hand tools, gardening tools, working power tools or anything your neighbors might need for do-it-yourself home improvement projects. Donations are accepted at the Albany Community Center, 1249 Marin Avenue, Albany. The Albany Tool Pool opens in August.

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Summer Approaches

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

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Youth Activities

Boomers & Beyond

Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Music & Dance. . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Sports & Fitness . . . . . . . . . . 4–5 Martial Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Special Interest. . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Travel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30–31 Lunch Travel Troupe . . . . . . . . . 32 Extended Vacations. . . . . . . . . . 33 Exercise & Dance. . . . . . . . . 34–35 Special Interest. . . . . . . . . . . 36 Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Summer Camp Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Sports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10–12 Music. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Special Interest. . . . . . . . . 14–15 Digital Arts. . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Engineering . . . . . . . . . . . 16–17

Arts Committee. . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Friendship Club. . . . . . . . . . . 19–20

Albany Film Festival . . . . . . . . 48–49

Adult Activities

Map & Neighborhoods. . . . . . . . 50–51

PechaKucha. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 @theCenter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Dinner with Albany. . . . . . . . . . . 41 Special Events . . . . . . . . . . . 42–47

20 21 22 23 24

Volunteers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Run Around Town. . . . . . . . . . . . 25

City Information . . . . . . . . . . 58–59

Senior Center . . . . . . . . . . . 26–29

How to Register & Form. . . . . . . 59–60

Exercise & Fitness. . . . . . . . . . Music & Dance. . . . . . . . . . . Martial Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . Special Interest. . . . . . . . . . . Adult Leagues . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Friends of Albany Parks . . . . . . . . . 53 Green Things. . . . . . . . . . . . .

Parks & Facilities. . . . . . . . . . 56–57

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Youth

Art

Clay for Kids Age s 4 – 7

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

DAY

TIME

May 7–June 4

Wed

2:15–3:15 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$109

NONRES.

$119

Instructor: Sharyl Gates, sharylg@yahoo.com, www.artsonia.com/schools/albany2 Location: Albany Community Center, Craft Room Min: 4; Max: 8

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Paint-n-Personality: Tots Expressing Themselves Through Paint Age s 2 – 5

At an early age, we don't always have the vocabulary to express ourselves. Using paint and other drawing materials, we'll explore bold colors and marks, in order to find our own individual style. Different projects will be planned and designed for each class designed to help children explore their personality and creativity. One project will be painting with unconventional objects on large sheets of paper. Come join the fun! $10 material fee paid to the instructor. DATE

DAY

TIME

May 6–May 27

Tue

10–11 am

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Instructor: Paquerette Clark, www. artsonia.com/schools/albany2 Location: Albany Community Center, Craft Room Min: 5; Max: 20

$44

NONRES.

$54

Draw/Paint from Life & Beyond

Advanced Clay for Kids

Age s 6 – 1 3

Age s 8 – 1 4

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.

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.

DATE

DAY

TIME

May 6–June 3

Tue

3:45–4:45 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$99

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

$109

May 7–June 4

Wed

4–5:15 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Instructor: Sharyl Gates, sharylg@yahoo.com, www.artsonia.com/schools/albany2 Location: Albany Community Center, Craft Room

Min: 4; Max: 16

Min: 4; Max: 8

City of Albany

$119

NONRES.

$129

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Tap: Level 2

Age s 3 . 5 – 5

Age s 8 – 1 3

This is an introduction to basic dance movements, to

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

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Music Together®

Ballet: Level 1

Age s 0 – 5

Songs, dance, finger games, instrument play-Music Together® is the award winning program that pioneered parent participation, early childhood music classes. We provide a true family music experience, as siblings can attend the mixed age classes together. Moms, dads, aunts, 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, trains to the beach. You will hear happy village harvest dances, Korean lullabies, Cuban rain forest songs, Jazz, classical, oldies and goodies, music from around the globe as well as original compositions written for Music Together® classes. You'll find drums of all sorts, bells, triangles, shakers, scrapers, kitchen instruments, scarves, stretchy dancing ribbon–instruments galore! License fee: $50 ($40, July class) payable to instructor on first day of class. Tuition includes a CD set, 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. Siblings under 6 months old are free, over 6 months are $125 ($75, July Class). Bay Area Parent: Best of the Best (2001-2013), Best Enrichment Program: Parents' Press (2011), Best Music Class: Oakland Magazine, Alameda Magazine, Lamorinda Moms' Club, NPN, East Bay Express. ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

DATE

DAY

TIME

Apr 11–Jun 20*

Fri

9:30–10:15 am

10x

$154

Apr 11–Jun 20*

Fri

10:30–11:15 am

10x

July 11–Aug 22*

Fri

9:30–10:15 am

July 11–Aug 22*

Fri

10:30–11:15 am

NONRES.

DAY

TIME

May 2–July 11*

Fri

5:30–6:15 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

10x

$124

NONRES.

$134

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

*No class on July 4

Introduction to Jazz Dance Age s 7 – 1 2

Age s 5 – 7

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

DAY

TIME

May 2–July 11*

Fri

3:30–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

10x

$84

NONRES.

$94

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

*No class on July 4

Ballet: Level 2

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

DAY

TIME

May 7–June 11

Fri

3:30–4:30 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$72

NONRES.

$82

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

Classical Guitar Technique

Age s 8 – 1 3

Age s 1 6 – Adult

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

DAY

TIME

May 2–July 11*

Fri

4:40–5:25 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

10x

$124

NONRES.

$134

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

*No class on July 4

Do you wish to read and play music for the guitar? Learn to play a melody, understand rhythm and where notes are on the guitar. Students provide their own instrument, preferably with nylon strings. All levels welcome. Please contact Claude Sprague for more information about the class. $18.50 material fee per text (if needed), to be collected by instructor. Text: Classic Guitar Technique, Volume One by Aaron Shearer.

Tap: Beginning

DATE

Age s 3 . 5 – 5

May 3–June 7*

Sat

10–11:30 am

$64

$74

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

July 12–Aug 9

Sat

10–11:30 am

$64

$74

DATE

DAY

TIME

May 2–July 11*

Fri

2–2:30 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

10x

$164

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

$154

$164

Min: 6; Max: 25

$94

$104

$94

$104

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

*No class on July 4

DATE

$84

NONRES.

$94

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

Instructor: Claude Sprague, (510) 859-4055, claude@theguitarinstructor.net Location: Albany Community Center, EOC & Craft Rooms Min: 5; Max: 16

*No class on May 31

*No class on July 4

Tap: Level 1 Age s 5 – 7

*No class Apr 25 & July 25

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

DAY

TIME

May 2–July 11*

Fri

4:05–4:35 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

10x

$84

NONRES.

$94

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

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YOUTH

Music &

Ballet: Beginning

Youth

Sports & Fitness

Beginning Yoga Age s 1 3 – a dult

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

NONRES.

User Friendly Pilates: Increase Core Strength Without Getting Hurt (Mixed Levels) Age s 1 4 – a dult

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 provided. TIME

May 7–June 25

Wed

5:45–6:45 pm

$100

$110

Wed

5:45–6:45 pm

$100

$110

DAY

TIME

May 5–June 9*

Mon

6:30–8 pm

$56

$66

July 2–Aug 20

June 16–July 14 Mon

6:30–8 pm

$56

$66

July 21–Aug 18

6:30–8 pm

$56

$66

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

Mon

Min: 5; Max: 30

NONRES.

DAY

DATE

Instructor: Jennifer Sowerwine Location: Albany Community Center, Hall

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

DATE

Min: 8; Max: 35 *No class on May 26

Gentle Yoga

Kidz Love Soccer: Mommy/Daddy & Me Soccer

Age s 1 4 – Adult

Age s 2 – 3 . 5 ( w i t h p a r en t s )

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 22 years. She is a certified yoga and Acu-yoga instructor, as well as, an acupressure practitioner.

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! Check the Rainout hotline 30 minutes before the start of the class for the most up-to-date information. Cancelled classes will be made up at the end of the session by adding an additional class at the same day and time.

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

NONRES.

Apr 19–Jun 14*

Sat

2:30–3 pm

$88

$98

Sat

5:15–5:45 pm

$88

$98

DATE

DAY

TIME

May 7–June 4

Wed

6:30–8 pm

$56

$66

July 12–Aug 23

June 11–July 9

Wed

6:30–8 pm

$56

$66

July 16–Aug 13

Wed

6:30–8 pm

$56

$66

Instructor: Kidz Love Soccer Staff, Rainout Hotline (888) 372-5803 Location: Jewel's Terrace Park, Tevlin & Terrace Drive, Albany

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

Min: 6; Max: 20

Min: 5; Max: 20

Kidz Love Soccer: Tot Soccer Age s 3 . 5 – 4

Little tykes will enjoy running and kicking just like the big kids! Encourages large motor skill development through fun soccer games and introduces small children to the group setting. Shin guards are required after the first meeting. 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. DATE

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

Apr 19–Jun 14*

Sat

3:10–3:40 pm

$88

$98

July 12–Aug 23

Sat

3:15–3:45 pm

$88

$98

Instructor: Kidz Love Soccer Staff, Rain-out Hotline (888) 372-5803 Location: Jewel's Terrace Park, Tevlin & Terrace Drive, Albany Min: 6; Max: 24

Kidz Love Soccer: Pre Soccer Age s 4 – 5

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. 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. DATE

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

Apr 19–Jun 14*

Sat

3:40–4:15 pm

$88

$98

July 12–Aug 23

Sat

3:45–4:20 pm

$88

$98

Instructor: Kidz Love Soccer Staff, Rain-out Hotline (888) 372-5803 Location: Jewel's Terrace Park, Tevlin & Terrace Drive, Albany Min: 6; Max: 24

Kidz Love Soccer: Soccer 1 Age s 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. 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. DATE

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

Apr 19–Jun 14*

Sat

4:15–5 pm

$88

$98

July 12–Aug 23

Sat

4:20–5:05 pm

$88

$98

Instructor: Kidz Love Soccer Staff, Rain-out Hotline (888) 372-5803 Location: Jewel's Terrace Park, Tevlin & Terrace Drive, Albany Min: 6; Max: 24

City of Albany

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Kids’ Ki-Aikido

Martial Arts

Age s 6 – 1 0

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. DATE

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

M/W

3:30–4:30 pm

$90

$100

May 19–Jun 9*

M/W

3:30–4:30 pm

$90

$100

Instructor: John Fry & Staff Location: Memorial Park Tennis Courts *No class on May 26

Age s 7 – 1 1

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. ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DAY

TIME

Apr 28–May 14

M/W

4:30–5:30 pm

$90

$100

May 19–Jun 9*

M/W

4:30–5:30 pm

$90

$100

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

*No class on May 26

Advanced Tennis Age s 1 0 – 1 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. DATE

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

Apr 28–May 14

M/W

5:30–6:30 pm

$90

$100

May 19–Jun 9*

M/W

5:30–6:30 pm

$90

$100

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

Beginning Ki-Aikido

DATE

Age s 7 – Adult

Intermediate Tennis

DATE

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.

NONRES.

Apr 28–May 14

Min: 4; Max: 10

Age s 7 – 1 4

*No class on May 26

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. ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

May 3–May 31*

Sat

9–11 am

$54

June 7–June 21

Sat

9–11 am

$54

$64

July 5–July 26

Sat

9–11 am

$54

$64

Aug 2–Aug 23

Sat

9–11 am

$54

$64

Instructor: Maida Sensei and certified staff, (510) 290-8640, kiaikido@kiaikido.org Location: Albany Community Center, Hall, Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2 (May 31 & Aug 23) Min: 5; Max: 25

*No class on May 17

DAY

May 2–May 30* M/W/F June 2–June 23 M/W/F July 2–July 30* M/W/F Aug 1–Aug 22

M/W/F

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

TIME

4–5 pm 4:15–5 pm 4:15–5 pm 4:15–5 pm

1x/week

NONRES.

$44

$54

2-3x/week $64

$74

$44

$54

2-3x/week $64

1x/week

$74

$44

$54

2-3x/week $64

1x/week

$74

$44

$54

2-3x/week $64

1x/week

$74

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 26 & July 4

Albany Karate For Kids! Age s 6 – 1 6

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. Please plan your schedule carefully; there are no make-ups or credits for missed classes. (Uniforms and test fees are optional and paid to Albany Karate for Kids, see instructor for details.) forms, Self-Defense & W e apons

Sat: 9–10 am (All levels) Sat: 10–10:45 am (Advanced Blue Belt & up may attend 2x/wk) DATE

DAY

MEETS

ALBANY RESIDENT

NONRES.

May 3–June 28

Sat

1-2x/week

$87

$97

July 5–Aug 23

Sat

1-2x/week

$87

$97

Instructor: Sensei Dara Connolly & Back Belt team, (510) 847-2400, www.albanykarateforkids.com Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2 Albany Community Center, Hall (May 31, Aug 23) Min: 4; Max: 50

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*No class on June 21 & July 19

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Beginning Tennis

Youth

Special Interest

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Acing College & Scholarship Application Essays Age s 1 6 . 5 – 1 9

Need guidance with college admissions and scholarship essays? Stanford graduate Alice Chen can help. She’s an award-winning journalist who’s also written for companies like Apple, Kraft and PG & E. Formerly, as a center director for Admissions Academy in Palo Alto, she helped more than 50 students get into college. Alice loves teaching and 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

Aug 9

Sat

10 am–12:15 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$60

NONRES.

$70

Instructor: Alice Chen, MSJ, alicechen.info/tutoring Location: Albany Senior Center, South Room Min: 7; Max: 16

Write On! Creative Writing Lab for Kids Age s 8 – 1 2

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! DATE

DAY

TIME

May 8–June 5

Thur

4–6 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$154

NONRES.

Kids’ Carpentry

Math: 3rd-8th Grade, Pre-Algebra & Algebra

Age s 5 – 1 2

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

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

Apr 21–June 2*

Mon

2:15–3:30 pm

Apr 21–June 2*

Mon

3:30–4:45 pm

$112

$122

Apr 21–June 2*

Mon

4:45–6 pm

$112

$122

$112

$122

Instructor: Casey Nutt (January) & Michael Glass (April) (510) 524-9232, www.kidscarpentry.net Location: Albany Community Center, Craft Room Min: 6; Max: 8 (January) Min: 6; Max: 9 (April)

*No class on May 26

$164

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

Age s 7 – 1 3

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

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

May 6–June 10

Tue

3:30–5 pm

$154

$164

July 3–Aug 7*

Thur

9:30–11 am

$129

$139

Instructor: Karen L. Wang Location: Albany Community Center, EOC Room Min: 3; Max: 10

*No class on July 24

Math: Algebra I & II, Geometry & Trigonometry Age s 1 2 – 1 8

This class will address fundamental algebraic laws and operations including: absolute values and operations with fractions, algebraic operations, solving linear equations/linear inequalities, graphing quadratic equations, logarithms, exponential, angles and trigonometric functions. Students need to bring a spiral notebook, pencils and erasers. DATE

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

May 3–June 14

Sat

3–4:30 pm

$179

$189

July 3–Aug 7*

Thur

11 am–12:30 pm

$129

$139

Instructor: Karen L. Wang Location: Albany Community Center, EOC Room Min: 3; Max: 10

City of Albany

*No class on July 24

recreation & community services 510 524-9283

YG iOrUlT' sH S p o r t s R o c k

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

activitY GUIDE summer 2014

Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PAGE 60

Camps

summer camp Get a jump on setting-up summer activities for the youngsters in your household. Following is our listing of camps offered this summer. Camps fill up fast, so register early!

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510 524-9283

Science

NASA: Journey into Outer Space Age s 6 – 1 0

From our atmosphere to the outer reaches of our solar system, this hands-on program sends campers on a quest for exploration! Comets, planets, stars and more are all waiting to be discovered. Learn about the four forces of flight and the challenges of space travel. Camp includes a take home every day. Join us for Earth and Beyond, Astronaut-in-Training, Solar Launch, Eye on the Sky and Space Voyage! DATE

DAY

June 23–June 27 M–F

TIME

1–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$169

NONRES.

$179

Instructor: Mad Science Staff Location: Marin Elementary School, Multi-Purpose Room Min: 8; Max: 24

NE W

Inventor’s Academy Age s 7 – 1 1

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

DAY

TIME

July 21–July 25

M–F

1–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$169

NONRES.

Age s 4 – 6

In this week-long camp, children will have fun while learning about the scientific equipment they already own-the human body! Kids will explore the science behind cells, organs, muscles and bones through fun, hands-on activities. Campers will use microslide viewers to see some of the tiny cellular machines that keep our bodies working and will play the "Cell game" to learn about the "stuff" inside cells. Fun experiments will help campers understand more about their senses, brains, breathing, circulation and digestion. Children will create model cells, make Mad Mucus, a simulated stomach, assemble a model skeleton and much more!

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

DATE

DAY

TIME

July 7–July 11

M–F

9 am–noon

TIME

July 7–July 11

M–F

1–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$169

July 21–July 25

M–F

9 am–noon

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! DAY

June 23–June 27 M–F

TIME

9 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$169

NONRES.

$179

Min: 8; Max: 16

Age s 6 – 1 0

DATE

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Instructor: Mad Science Staff Location: Albany Community Center, EOC Room

Age s 8 – 1 2

Ureka! Science is back again this summer with exciting new topics! We are a unique camp that introduces young scientists to key concepts from biology, chemistry, and physics. Our program uses engaging activities and experiments to teach concepts which are then applied to projects. Topics covered include energy, surface tension, capillary action, density, chromatography, microscopic pond life, study of cells, and much more! We promote critical thinking, teamwork, problem solving and an exchange of ideas. This is a great opportunity for your child to learn directly from instructors who are scientists. $20 material fee paid to instructor.

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

$179

July 21–July 25

M–F

9 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$179

NONRES.

$189

Instructor: Mad Science Staff Location: Marin Elementary School, Multi-Purpose Room

Instructor: Leera Rahman, Ph.D. & Asha Harikrishnan Ph.D. Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2

Min: 8; Max: 24

Min: 10; Max: 20

NE W

Spend time in the lab learning the tools and techniques that scientists use while conducting some great hands on projects. World Scientists will conductsolar experiments, explore predator and prey relationships and investigate food webs. Take a trip into the ocean to learn what an odontocete is. Discover systems in nature, even make your own paper! Learn animal adaptations and create an insect habitat. Scientists will also on his dinner plate during the famous owl pellet dissection. It’s a great week of camp!

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

$179

July 14–July 18

M–F

9 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$169

Instructor: Mad Science Staff Location: Marin Elementary School, Multi-Purpose Room

Min: 8; Max: 24

activity guide summer 2014

$179

TIME

Secret Agent Lab

Age s 6 – 1 1

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.

$169

DAY

Ureka! Science Camp

Min: 8; Max: 24

DAY

NONRES.

DATE

Min: 8; Max: 24

Earth Exploration

DATE

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Instructor: Mad Science Staff Location: Marin Elementary School, Multi-Purpose Room

Age s 6 – 1 0

My First Lab: Preschool

Age s 6 – 1 1

$179

Crazy Chemistry

NE W

NONRES.

$179

Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PaGE 60

camps

Incredible Human Machine

Camps

Gymnastics and More

Sports

Tennis Camps for Tots, Tweens & Teens

Age s 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. DATE

DAY

TIME

Aug 18–Aug 22

M–F 9:30 am–12:30 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$181

NONRES.

$191

Instructor: California Gymnastic Services Location: Albany Community Center, Hall Min: 6; Max: 14

t i ny To t s c a m p : A G E S 4 – 6 DATE

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. TIME

June 16–June 20, M–F 9 am–3 pm

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

June 16–June 20 M–F

9–10 am

$58

$68

June 23–June 27 M–F

9–10 am

$58

$68

June 30–July 3*M, T, W, Th

9–10 am

$47

$57

July 7–July 11

M–F

9–10 am

$58

$68

July 14–July 18

M–F

9–10 am

$58

$68

July 21–July 25

M–F

9–10 am

$58

$68

July 28–Aug 1

M–F

9–10 am

$58

$68

Aug 4–Aug 8

M–F

9–10 am

$58

$68

Aug 11–Aug 15

M–F

9–10 am

$58

$68

Aug 18–Aug 22

M–F

9–10 am

$58

$68

DATE

Age s 1 2 – 1 3

DAY

t ween s c a m p : A G E S 6 – 1 1

Youth Fencing Camp

DATE

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. Student to Coach ration is 8:1.

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

June 16–June 20 M–F

10 am–noon

$110

$120

June 23–June 27 M–F

10 am–noon

$110

$120

June 30–July 3*M, T, W, Th 10 am–noon

$93

$103

July 7–July 11

M–F

10 am–noon

$110

$120

July 14–July 18

M–F

10 am–noon

$110

$120

July 21–July 25

M–F

10 am–noon

$110

$120

July 28–Aug 1

M–F

10 am–noon

$110

$120

Aug 4–Aug 8

M–F

10 am–noon

$110

$120

Aug 11–Aug 15

M–F

10 am–noon

$110

$120

Aug 18–Aug 22

M–F

10 am–noon

$110

$120

$339

$349

9 am–3 pm

$339

$349

July 7–July 11, M–F

9 am–3 pm

$339

$349

July 14–July 18, M–F

9 am–3 pm

$339

$349

DATE

9 am–3 pm

$339

$349

June 16–June 20 M–F

1–3 pm

$110

$120

June 23–June 27 M–F

1–3 pm

$110

$120

June 30–July 3*M, T, W, Th

1–3 pm

$93

$103

July 7–July 11

M–F

1–3 pm

$110

$120

July 14–July 18

M–F

1–3 pm

$110

$120

July 21–July 25

M–F

1–3 pm

$110

$120

July 28–Aug 1

M–F

1–3 pm

$110

$120

Aug 4–Aug 8

M–F

1–3 pm

$110

$120

Aug 11–Aug 15

M–F

1–3 pm

$110

$120

Aug 18–Aug 22

M–F

1–3 pm

$110

$120

June 23–Jun 27, M–F

July 21–July 25, M–F

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

t een s c a m p : A G E S 1 2 – 1 6 DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

Instructor: John Fry & Staff Location: Memorial Park Tennis Courts Min: 4; Max: 16 (Max: 12 Tiny Tots)

City of Albany

*No class on July 4

recreation & community services 510 524-9283

Challenger Sports: British Soccer Camps

Skyhawks Sports

AGES 3–1 8

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.

AGES 7–12

The #1 camp for learning the fundamentals of the soccer. Using our progressional curriculum, campers will gain the technical skills and sport knowledge required for that next step into soccer. Participants should bring appropriate clothing, shin guards, snack, lunch, water bottle and sunscreen.

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 AGES 3–5

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 14–July 18

M–F

9–10 am

$88

$98

July 14–July 18

M–F

10–11 am

$88

$98

Instructor: Challenger Sports Staff Location: Ocean View Park, 900 Buchanan, Albany Min: 8; Max: 24

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 14–July 18

M–F

9 am–noon

$155

$165

July 14–July 18

M–F

1–4 pm

$155

$165

Min: 6; Max: 20

TIME

July 21–July 25

M–F

9 am–3 pm

Min: 15; Max: 28

DATE

DAY

TIME

Please Note: Participants receive a Skyhawks Sport

July 14–July 18

M–F

9 am–noon

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

Mini-Hawk: Soccer, Baseball, Basketball AGES 4–7

This baseball, basketball, and soccer program gives children a fun and positive first step into athletics. Through games and activities, campers explore balance, hand/eye coordination and skill development at their own pace. DATE

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

DAY

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 4–14 ranging from sport specific sport training to multi-sport introduction, Skyhawks has it all.

British Soccer: Half Day Camp AGES 6–16

DATE

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$169

NONRES.

$179

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

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camps

Skyhawks Soccer

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

9 am–noon

$149

$159

July 28–Aug 1

M–F

9 am–noon

$149

$159

Aug 11–Aug 15

M–F

9 am–noon

$149

$159

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

AGES 8 -1 8

Min: 15; Max: 24

AGES 6–12

Learn the fundamentals of fielding, catching, throwing, hitting and base running–in a fun, positive environment. Athletes learn new baseball skills along with vital life lessons such as respect, teamwork and responsibility. ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$149

NONRES.

$159

Instructor: Skyhawks Staff Location: Memorial Park, 1331 Portland Avenue, Albany Min: 15; Max: 20

Skyhawks Flag Football AGES 6–12

Campers learn skills on both sides of the football including the core components of passing, catching and defense–all in a fun and positive environment. The week ends with the Skyhawks Super Bowl! DATE

DAY

TIME

July 7–July 11

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

NONRES.

June 16–June 20 M–F

British Soccer: Full Day Camp

Skyhawks Baseball

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. DATE

DAY

TIME

July 14–July 18

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

activity guide summer 2014

Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PaGE 60

Camps

Skyhawks Sports

Skyhawks Track & Field

Skyhawks Basketball

AGES 6–12

AGES 7–12

Skyhawks Track & Field combines technical development, fundamental techniques and safety with a major focus on fun! Using special equipment, our staff cover the fundamentals of body positioning, stride, proper stretching and cool-down techniques.

This fun, skill-intensive program is designed for beginning to intermediate players. An active week of passing, shooting, dribbling and rebounding makes this one of our most popular programs. Our basketball staff will also focus on respect, teamwork and responsibility. Participants should bring appropriate clothing, two snacks and water bottle.

DATE

DAY

TIME

Aug 4–Aug 8

M–F

9 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Skyhawks Volleyball

Min: 15; Max: 20

TIME

July 28–Aug 1

M–F

9 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$149

DATE

DAY

June 23–June 27 M–F

TIME

9 am–3 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$169

NONRES.

$179

Min: 15; Max: 20

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! DAY

$159

Instructor: Skyhawks Staff Location: Albany High School Gym

AGES 7–12

DATE

$149

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

NONRES.

$159

Instructor: Skyhawks Staff Location: Albany Middle School Gym, 1259 Brighton Ave. Min: 15; Max: 20

Skyhawks Beginning Golf (SNAG) AGES 5–9

Campers will learn the fundamentals of swinging, putting, and body positioning. Using the SNAG (Starting New at Golf) system, we have simplified instruction so that young players can make an effective transition onto the golf course. All equipment provided. DATE

DAY

TIME

Aug 4–Aug 8

M–F

9 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$149

NONRES.

$159

Instructor: Skyhawks Staff Location: Memorial Park, 1331 Portland Avenue, Albany Min: 15; Max: 20

City of Albany

recreation & community services 510 524-9283

Concert Band Camp

Age s 7 – 1 2

G r a de s 5 t h – 9 t h ( In c o m i ng )

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

This class is designed for students with 1+ years of band experience. This week long camp will include two concert bands, master classes, sectionals and full band rehearsals. Camp is geared for the level of students who are in 5th grade band through 8th grade band. The week will culminate in a grand finale concert at Albany High School on Friday, June 20, at noon.

DATE

DAY

June 16–July 11* 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 4

DATE

Albany String Academy

Junior String Orchestra

Age s 6 – 1 6

Age s 1 0 – 1 6

Looking for something challenging, fun, creative and beautiful for kids to do next summer? Want your child to acquire a skill that improves analytical, critical thinking, fine motor, organizational and artistic abilities, something they can take with them and make friends for life along the way? Then come on board with the Albany String Academy. Founded by professional violinist, string teacher and director Dennie Mehocich, classes at the Academy are for those who want to get the best start in string playing through a classroom ensemble format, learning from an experienced string professional, building a solid foundation in the fundamentals of good string playing. Classes meet daily, M–F for four weeks, ending with a public performance. Ms. Mehocich is a 30+ year Marin Symphony violinist and veteran of the Best of Broadway series in San Francisco, including the five-year run of The Phantom of the Opera. She maintains private teaching studios in both San Rafael and the Albany area. She is owner and manager of the Marin String Quartet & Ensembles, a musical entertainment business. Students must provide their own or rental instrument. You must speak with the instructor before you procure an instrument for your string-playing child. There will be a meeting on the first day of camp for parents and children.

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. DATE

DAY

TIME

June 16–June 20 M–F

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

June 16–July 11* M–F 11:30 am–12:20 pm 19x

$250

NONRES.

$260

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

*No class on July 4

Young Beginners Strings Age s 4 . 5 – 9

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

DAY

June 16–July 11* M–F

TIME

9:30–10:20 am

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

19x

$250

NONRES.

$260

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

DAY

TIME

9 am–12:30 pm

$164

NONRES.

$174

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

Jazz Band Camp G r a de s 6 t h – 1 0 t h ( i n c o m i ng )

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 27, at noon. DATE

DAY

June 23–June 27 M–F

TIME

9 am–12:30 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$164

NONRES.

$174

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

*No class on July 4

NE W

Band Kick Start

NE W

Vocal Music Camp

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

i n c o m i ng 6 t h G r a de r s

i n c o m i ng 6 t h – 1 0 t h G r a de r s

This camp is designed for all levels of singers, and will include music in a variety of styles (choral classical, Broadway, pop, world-music). We will work on choral, small-ensemble, and solo techniques. You'll get to work with alongside vocal mentors as well as the director in choral, small-ensemble, and solo settings, learning about and developing healthy vocal techniques in any style. You'll also learn the basics of sight-reading and music theory. The week will culminate in a final performance at Albany High School on Friday, August 15 at 1:00 pm. DATE

DAY

TIME

Aug 11–Aug 15

M–F

8:30 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$125

This is a camp designed to help incoming 6th graders who would like to join band. It is perfect for beginners, or for students who would like to switch instruments. Most kids would have little or no experience in Band. The week will culminate in a grand finale concert at Albany High School on Friday, August 8 at noon. DATE

DAY

TIME

Aug 4–Aug 8

M–F

9 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$164

NONRES.

$174

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

NONRES.

$135

Instructor: Mary Stocker & Assistant Location: Albany High School, Band & Choir Rooms Min: 5; Max: 180

activity guide summer 2014

Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PaGE 60

camps

Music

Beginners Plus

camps

Special Interest

Art Intensive Camps Age s 5 – 1 0

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

1:30–4 pm

$167

$177

Aug 4–Aug 8

M–F

1:30–4 pm

$167

$177

Aug 18–Aug 22

M–F

1:30–4 pm

$167

$177

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

Mixed Media Art Camp Age s 8 – 1 3

This class is for those who love art and want to explore new ways of using art materials. Structured lessons will be given using different combinations of media (materials) such as: charcoal, ink, watercolors, salt, oil pastels, chalk, pages out of old books, colored paper and more. These lessons will teach drawing skills along with media usage and techniques. For example, we will marble paper to create a bark pattern, draw and color a squirrel and collage it in a hollow in the tree trunk. Winoka Turin is a certificated classroom teacher who has taught for 26 years (exclusively art for 15 years). $10 material fee paid to instructor. DATE

DAY

TIME

July 7–July 11

M–F

1–4 pm

July 28–Aug 1

M–F

1–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

5x 5x

Instructor: Winoka Turin Location: Albany Community Center, Craft Room

$175 $175

Chinese Creative Camp

Age s 1 2 – 1 6

Age s 6 – 1 2

Get confident in the kitchen! This dairy-free, glutenfree cooking class includes both meat and vegan options for each recipe. We will broil, sauté, 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: Nut milk, Pesto and Smoothies; Day 3: Sauerkraut and Kimchi; Day 4: Steam vegetables and Bean Soup; Day 5: Tortillas and Tamale pie

We introduce an effective and result-oriented program that play-base, project-based and story-based learning approaches are purposely implemented into a Mandarin curriculum which language skills and fluency is focused. This camp enables students to create a mini project, e.g., Pop-up Card, Origami, Paper Cutting or Crafting, and invites young learners to accomplish a number of game-tasks to complete a story sequence. Each task aims at enhancing the learner’s Mandarin functional skills, e.g., listening, recognition and speaking (basic skills), or inquiry, confirmation, and making deals (advanced skills). Topics of shopping, dining, and greeting spread throughout the course. Each cycle is driven forward by a mix of Scavenger and Treasure Hunt. Tasks of varying requirements are in sync with the story to maximize the overall learning result-all instructed and finalized in Mandarin. Each child will also learn to present their projects to peers and parents, using vocabularies to express color, shapes, how-to, personal preferences and cause-effects.

DATE

DAY

TIME

Aug 4–Aug 8

M–F

9:30–11:30 am

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$164

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

NONRES.

$185 $185

Kids’ Carpentry Camp

DATE

Age s 5 – 1 2

DATE

DAY

June 23–June 27 M–F

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.” DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

July 21–July 24 M–Th

9:30–11 am

$107

July 21–July 24 M–Th

11 am–12:30 pm

$107

$117

July 21–July 24 M–Th

12:30–2 pm

$107

$117

Aug 11–Aug 14

M–Th

9:30–11 am

$107

Aug 11–Aug 14

M–Th

11 am–12:30 pm

$107

$117

Aug 11–Aug 14

M–Th

12:30–2 pm

$107

$117

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

Min: 5; Max: 12

$154

NONRES.

June 16–June 20 M–F

NE W

Super Chef Basics for Teens

TIME

9 am–3 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$250

NONRES.

$260

Instructor: Qin Yang & Assistant Jason Jun Lu Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2; EOC (June 27) Min: 10; Max: 20

Architecture with Kids Age s 7 – 1 2

We design with three materials with very different properties. Our big project: build a working model of a merry-go round. Blocks: 1500 classic wooden blocks in 18 shapes and sizes, but only held together by gravity! Great for creative brainstorming; made for big ideas. Roominate: A new kit designed by two young women engineers. Snap-together parts plus motors and lights. Excellent for both architecture and engineering, irresistible to both girls and boys. Balsa Wood: The most challenging material, for the stronger students. Joints made with glue guns. We will study jigs, templates and the production process. ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

July 14–July 18

M–F

1:30–4:30 pm

$179

$189

Aug 4–Aug 8

M–F

1:30–4:30 pm

$179

$189

Instructor: Henri Ducharme, http://henriducharmeblog.wordpress.com Location: Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2 Min: 8; Max: 20

City of Albany

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Young Creators: Computer Animation

Digital Arts

Age s 8 – 1 2

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 2013 are encouraged to attend! Second and thirdyear students will deepen the progress made and take their writing to a new level! Attending multiple sessions is also encouraged. Each week will focus on different skills and writing strategies. DATE

DAY

June 16–June 20 M–F

TIME

9 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$164

NONRES.

Animation Creators: Stop Motion Animation

Work with your favorite toys to create fun and original animations! Learning materials, software and cameras are provided. Students work together to create an original story and then bring their story to life through stop-motion animation. DATE

DAY

TIME

July 28–Aug 1

M–F

1–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

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

1–4 pm

$164

$174

June 23–June 27 M–F

9 am–noon

$164

$174

June 23–June 27 M–F

1–4 pm

$164

$174

June 30–July 3* M,T,W, Th 9 am–noon

$134

$144

June 30–July 3* M,T,W, Th

1–4 pm

$134

$144

9 am–noon

$164

$174

NE W

Age s 7 – 1 2

$174

June 16–June 20 M–F

Age s 7 – 1 2

$205

NONRES.

$215

Young animators learn computer software techniques to create digitally animated characters and stories. In this class, participants will learn skills that help with computer drawing, character skeleton and movement, frame layering and dialogue matching. Working in groups, students will focus on learning introductory computer animation techniques and will create original characters and a fun short animated adventure. DATE

DAY

TIME

Aug 4–Aug 8

M–F

9 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Min: 10; Max: 15

Game Design: Beginning to Advanced Age s 7 – 1 2

Improve your skills and impress family and friends with your game! Advanced gamers work on individual computers and are mentored through lessons such as character movement, multiple platforms and game formats. Beginners work in pairs and are introduced to the fundamentals of game design and computer programming! DATE

DAY

TIME

July 28–Aug 1

M–F

9 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

M–F

July 7–July 11

M–F

1–4 pm

$164

$174

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

July 14–July 18

M–F

9 am–noon

$164

$174

Min: 10; Max: 15

July 14–July 18

M–F

1–4 pm

$164

$174

Min: 6; Max: 20

$215

Instructor: Freshi Films Staff Location: Albany Community Center, Hall

July 7–July 11

Instructor: Abby Skrivan, MA Location: Albany Middle School, Room 210

$205

NONRES.

$205

NONRES.

$215

Filmmaking: From Script to Premiere *No class on July 4

Age s 7 – 1 2

Learn the secrets of filmmaking in a fun, relaxed and engaging atmosphere! Using basic video cameras and editing software, students produce an original film, integrating simple special effects, sound effects and a musical score. Students work in groups on an original story and complete a movie based on their story. DATE

DAY

TIME

Aug 4–Aug 8

M–F

1–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$205

NONRES.

$215

Instructor: Freshi Films Staff Location: Albany Community Center, Hall Min: 10; Max: 15

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Engineering

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.

Engineering FUNdamentals Camps with Play-Well TEKnologies

LEGO® Robotics Camp

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

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.

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 8 – 1 3

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

July 21–July 25

M–F

1:30–4:30 pm

$179

$189

Aug 11–Aug 15

M–F

1:30–4:30 pm

$179

$189

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

AGES 7–12

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

DAY

June 23–June 27 M–F

TIME

1–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$179

NONRES.

$189

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

Engineering FUNdamentals: Mine, Craft, Build using LEGO®

AGES 5–6

AGES 7–12

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.

Bring Minecraft to life using LEGO®! Build a motorized walking Creeper, a terrifying Ghast, and a motorized Minecart! This project-based camp, designed by Play-Well instructors, combines the basic format of our core engineering-themed programs based on the world of Minecraft. Students will explore real-world concepts in physics, engineering, and architecture while building their favorite Minecraft objects. Students will have a blast, even without any prior experience with Minecraft or LEGO®.

DATE

DAY

TIME

July 7–July 11

M–F

9 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

DATE

Aug 11–Aug 15

NE W

DAY

TIME

M– F

9 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$179

NONRES.

$189

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

AGES 7–12

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 23–June 27 M–F Aug 11–Aug 15

$189

Min: 11; Max: 24

Play-Well: Jedi Master Engineering with LEGO®

AGES 5–6

DATE

$179

NONRES.

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

Min: 11; Max: 24

Play-Well: Pre-Engineering

NE W

Play-Well: Jedi Engineering with LEGO®

M–F

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

9 am–noon

$179

$189

1–4 pm

$179

$189

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

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

DAY

TIME

July 7–July 11

M–F

1–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$179

NONRES.

$189

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

Albany Police Activities League (APAL)

Min: 11; Max: 24

NE W Construction Vehicles & Machines using LEGO®

AGES 8–12

AGES 5–7

Dig into engineering with big trucks, construction vehicles, and super machines. Explore the engineering terms, concepts, and vocabulary behind large scale building machines. Build and learn about steamrollers, bulldozers, wrecking balls, tower cranes, and more while building with your favorite building system, LEGO®. DATE

DAY

TIME

July 21–July 25

M–F

9 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

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

$179

Play-Well: Junkyard Challenge

NONRES.

$189

Solve problems through innovation, creativity, and healthy competition in this advanced engineering camp! Work independently to design a domino-triggered machine, a stair-climbing car, and self-loading golf ball shooter! Iterate, experiment, and discover using Play-Well’s “junkyard” of thousands of LEGO® pieces. DATE

July 21–July 25

DAY

TIME

M– F

1–4 pm

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

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$179

NONRES.

$189

APAL offers alternatives to crime and delinquency by engaging youth in wholesome and character building activities such as Crocodile wrestling (grades 1–5), Girls Rock! Camp (middle school) and the Albany Police Youth Academy (high school), while establishing positive relationships between the police and youth. The annual APAL Bicycle Rodeo will be on May 17. 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 toward elementary and middle school riders. APAL also partners with the Albany Y to provide Girls Rock! a program for middle school girls based on the Girls Circle curriculum. This popular program is designed to help girls learn empowering communications skills. Check out the Summer camp beginning July 7. APAL will present the Classic Car Show at the City of Albany’s 4th of July Celebration. Applications will be available May 1 on the APAL website. For information visit www.albanypal.net. Police & Youth Working Together for a Safer Community

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Play-Well: Engineering FUNdamentals

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 begins Wednesday, July 2, 8 am at Ocean View Park site. 3 days/week 4 days/week 5 days/week

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

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

Friendship Club Brad Griffith, Recreation Supervisor 900 Buchanan Street (Ocean View Park) (510) 559-7220 1331 Portland Avenue (Memorial Park) (510) 525-0576 18

April 14–18 • Mon–Fri • 8 am–6 pm Weekly fee: $200 for Albany residents; $210 non-residents Children ages 6–12 (grades 1–5)

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

Trip to Albany Bowl *Full-week service only for camps. Day at the Movies Drop-in service not available. Trip to Cordornices Park (Berkeley) Trips are subject to change. Trip to Pump It Up 10-child minimum. Movie & Pizza Party onsite Meets at Ocean View Park.

Fall Open t Enrollmen

8 am , July 2, ednesday Park Begins W w ie V an at the Oce ip Club Friendsh

Summer CAMP 2014 SCHEDULE TIME

June 23–27

The High Seas

June 30–July 3* Hiking in the Wild

ACTIVITY

1:55–2:15 pm Transport early bird from schools to FC 2:15–3:30 pm Supervised free play; transport late birds from schools to FC 3:30–3:45 pm Circle time 3:45–4 pm

Snack

4–5:30 pm

Homework assistance

5:30–6 pm

Outdoor activities, field sports, games, park play, homework

6 pm

Quiet indoor games

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Children ages 6–12 (grades 1–5) • Mon–Fri • 8 am–6 pm • Ocean View Park Weekly fee: $200 for Albany residents; $210 non-residents Chabot Space Center/USS Hornet Tilden Park/Oakland Zoo

July 7–11

Fantasy Trip

Fairyland/Pixie Playland

July 14–18

Old & New

Lindsay Museum/Ardenwood Farms

July 21–25

Roller Skatin'

Paradise Roller Rink/Oakland Ice Area

July 28–Aug 1 Diamond Express

Black Diamond Mines/Sonoma Train Town RR

Aug 4–8

Sticky Beans

Jelly Belly Factory/Sticker Factory

August 11–15

Fun Pie

Games2U/Domino's Pizza

August 18–22

Tripping in the Wild

The Jungle/Scandia

**Camp closed on July 4, reduced fee for that week $150 Albany residents/$160 nonresidents. For more information about the camp please contact Brad Griffith at (510) 559–7220. To register, please contact the Albany Recreation and Community Services Department at (510) 524–9283. Camps fill-up fast. Call today!

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Friendship Club

s p r i n g C A M P 2 0 1 4 *

Adults

Beginning Yoga

Exercise & Fitness

Age s 1 3 – a dult

NE W

DATE

DAY

May 5–June 9*

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

Mon

6:30–8 pm

$56

$66

June 16–July 14 Mon

6:30–8 pm

$56

$66

a dult

July 21–Aug 18

6:30–8 pm

$56

$66

Take a Zumba® class with an instructor who loves to teach! This class is for the beginning adult who wants a lower impact dance-fitness workout with all the fun and energy that Zumba has to offer! Get ready to exercise to great beats! Learn easy to follow choreography! Gain strength, have better balance and build your endurance! All Zumba music and fitness moves are based on Latin and internationally inspired rhythms like, Salsa, Samba, Reggaeton, Cumbia, Bollywood and much more! Bring water and be sure to wear comfy workout clothes. Low tread shoes are recommended. This class will be held for only two sessions this summer so be sure to sign up and don't miss the Zumba® party!

Instructor: Jennifer Sowerwine Location: Albany Community Center, Hall

Zumba®: Perfect for Beginners

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

May 13–June 17

Tue

6:30–7:30 pm

$64

$74

June 24–July 29* Tue

6:30–7:30 pm

$54

$64

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

Min: 5; Max: 30

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

*No class on May 26

Gentle Yoga Age s 1 4 – Adult

*No class on July 15

Mon

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Wed

6:30–8 pm

$56

$66

June 11–July 9

Wed

6:30–8 pm

$56

$66

July 16–Aug 13

Wed

6:30–8 pm

$56

$66

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

NE W

NONRES.

May 7–June 4

Age s 1 4 – a dult

DATE

Faith Cornwall is a guide who teaches her students how to communicate with the greatest yoga teacher they will ever have: their own bodies. Her class, Yoga for Women with Chronic Illness, has three main goals: 1.) Teach students how to feel their bodies. 2.) Teach students how to feel good, how to create those states, and how to enjoy and value them. 3.) Teach students how to feel pain and discomfort without attaching greater meaning to the experience. Having lived with multiple chronic illnesses for over ten years, Faith can personally attest to the effectiveness of this method. She believes that if we choose, our chronic illnesses can teach us not only what our bodies need, but what our whole lives need in order for us to feel great. Faith looks forward to meeting you and helping you on your way back to a better normal.

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

May 7–June 25

Wed

5:45–6:45 pm

$100

$110

July 2–Aug 20

Wed

5:45–6:45 pm

$100

$110

Yoga for Women with Chronic Illness Adult

Get back to your normal life! This gentle yet invigorating class links breath, movement and hands-on assists to teach you how to shift from feeling bad to feeling good. From hayfever to Crohn's to fibromyalgia, no ailment is too big or too small. Come join our welcoming community and heal your mind, body and soul! Please bring a yoga mat and dress to move. DATE

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

May 6–June 26

T/Th

9:30–10:45 am

16x

$195

$205

July 8–Aug 19*

Tue

9:30–10:45 am

$75

$85

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

*No class on July 22

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

City of Albany

recreation & community services 510 524-9283

Music & Dance

a dult s

Beginning Tap Dance a dult

Come and join the fun! This session our tap class will explore the world acapella rhythm tap style. Although it is a beginning class, we can modify it to your needs if you are a more experienced tapper. Students are required to provide their own tap shoes. DATE

DAY

TIME

May 1–June 12

Thur

6:30–7:15 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$84

NONRES.

$94

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

DATE

DAY

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

TIME

NONRES.

May 7–June 25

Wed

7:15–8:45 pm

$110

$120

July 2–Aug 20

Wed

7:15–8:45 pm

$110

$120

DAY

TIME

F r i d ay DATE

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

May 2–June 27*

Fri

7–8:30 pm

$110

$120

July 11–Aug 22

Fri

7–8:30 pm

$97

$107

DATE

Age s 1 6 – Adult

DAY

W edne s d ay

W edne s d ay & F r i d ay

Classical Guitar Technique

DATE

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!

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

DAY

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

TIME

NONRES.

May 7–June 27*

W/F

See Above

15x

$177

$187

July 2–Aug 22*

W/F

See Above

15x

$177

$187

Instructor: David Bertlin & Ronn Guidi Location: Albany Community Center, Hall; Rooms 1 & 2 (May 16); Albany Senior (June 13, June 27, July 25) Min: 9; Max: 21

*No class on May 30 & July 4

NONRES.

May 3–June 7*

Sat

10–11:30 am

$64

$74

July 12–Aug 9

Sat

10–11:30 am

$64

$74

Instructor: Claude Sprague, (510) 859-4055, claude@theguitarinstructor.net Location: Albany Community Center, EOC & Craft Rooms Min: 5; Max: 16

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Adults

Beginning/Intermediate Classical Ballet

Adults

Martial Arts

Beginning Tai Chi

Beginning Ki-Aikido

Adult

Age s 7 – Adult

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

DATE

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DAY

TIME

May 13–July 3*

T/Th

6–7 pm

12x

$88

$98

July 15–Aug 21

T/Th

6–7 pm

12x

$88

$98

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

*No class on June 10, 12, 17 & 19

Intermediate Tai Chi Adult

Tai Chi is an ancient and effective exercise that leaves you feeling energized and centered. Tai Chi balances the body’s energy, increases vitality, and promotes healing from within. This class will cover form corrections, two person exercises, sensitivity training (push hands) and weapons (fan and sword.) Beginning Tai Chi, or the approval of the instructor, is a prerequisite for this class. Starfire has been teaching this moving meditation in the bay area for over 25 years. DATE

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DAY

TIME

May 13–July 1*

Tue

7–8 pm

$60

$70

July 15–Aug 19

Tue

7–8 pm

$60

$70

DATE

DAY

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

May 3–May 31*

Sat

9–11 am

$54

June 7–June 21

Sat

9–11 am

$54

$64 $64

July 5–July 26

Sat

9–11 am

$54

$64

Aug 2–Aug 23

Sat

9–11 am

$54

$64

Instructor: Maida Sensei and certified staff, (510) 290-8640, kiaikido@kiaikido.org Location: Albany Community Center, Hall, Albany Community Center, Rooms 1 & 2 (May 31 & Aug 23) Min: 5; Max: 25

*No class on May 17

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

*No class on June 10 & 17

City of Albany

recreation & community services 510 524-9283

NE W

Indian Vegetarian Cooking Adult

In this 3-hour workshop, students will be shown how to prepare mouth-watering vegetarian dishes from the cuisines of India. At the end of the class, students can enjoy a multi-course meal. $8 material fee paid to instructor. Note: Minimum 5 days preregistration prior to class date required. DATE

DAY

TIME

Aug 9

Sat

10 am–1 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$40

NONRES.

$50

Instructor: Viji Sundaram Location: Albany Community Center, Kitchen

Drawing & Painting: People & Animals

a dult s

In depicting the likeness of a character it's all about the nuances of the face and the attitude of the body. This class will teach you to see these nuances and also to understand the "form over form" relationships that create the structure of faces, and to a degree bodies. We will cover perspective in an organic way. We'll start with the photo that you bring when you come to your first class.

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. Beginning students will initially do exercises; then can choose to paint abstracts, landscapes, botanical studies, still-life or other subjects of their choosing. Continuing or advanced students can start on individual paintings in acrylics or their choice of media at the first class, with instructor working with them individually. 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 13–July 8*

Tue

6:30–9 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$129

NONRES.

$134

Instructor: Stephanie Scott, www.stephaniescott.org Location: Albany Senior Center, South Room Min: 4; Max: 20

*No class on May 20

Sumi-e/Japanese Brush Painting

Min: 5; Max: 15

Adult

Residential Additions: Avoiding the Pitfalls Adult

Are you considering a large remodeling project or addition? Learn to maximize the benefits of your project and to avoid the most common pitfalls. Topics covered include how to satisfy zoning requirements. Understanding architectural drawings, important items to include in your contract, and tips on working with your Contractor. The instructor has specialized on residential design in the east bay for over 30 years and has taught seminars like this for over 20 years. DATE

DAY

TIME

May 7

Wed

7–9 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$25

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

TIME

May 8–June 12

Thur

10 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$136

Adult

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

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

June 4–Aug 6

Wed

7–9 pm

10x

$84

$94

Aug 13–Oct 22

Wed

7–9 pm

10x

$84

$94

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

DAY

Apr 17–June 12* Thur

TIME

9:30 am–1 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$124

NONRES.

$134

Instructor: Soho Sakai Location: Albany Community Center, Hall Min: 15; Max: 50

TIME

Apr 7–June 9*

Mon

6–8:30 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$40

NONRES.

$45

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

*No class on Apr 28 & May 26

Improv for Beginners-Or Just for Fun

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Adult

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

DAY

TIME

June 16–Aug 18

Mon

6:30–8 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

10x

$114

NONRES.

$124

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

Craig Good worked at Pixar for over thirty

Min: 4; Max: 8

Adult

Figure Drawing

DAY

$146

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

Ikebana Sogetsu School

Min: 5; Max: 30

DATE

NONRES.

$35

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

DATE

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.

Adult

years in a variety of roles. There, in 1998, he started learning improv from Rebecca Stockley, a founding member of Bay Area Theater Sports. He found it completely lifechanging and calls improv “a Swiss Army knife for life” because it’s useful in so many situations. He was an original cast member of The Improvibles, a performance group that has put on shows at Pixar for over six years, and has helped teach improv to everybody from business people, to scientists, to Pentagon researchers. He’s lived in Albany since 2006 and loves helping people tell their stories.

*No class on Apr 24

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

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Adults

Special Interest

Beginning/Continued Painting with Acrylics

Adult Leagues Our programs will provide you with the optimal environment for fun, camaraderie and friendly competition. Get your teams together now for our Fall Leagues!

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

5-Aside Co-ed Soccer

Adult Softball

Get your cleats on, Albany has Wednesday Night 5-Aside Co-ed Recreational Soccer. Our 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! League runs August–October, 2014. Details are on our website www.albanyca.org/adultsports.

Albany is the champion when it come to Softball! We have Monday night Men’s Competitive League, Tuesday night Co-ed Company league, and Friday night Co-ed open league. All games are at Ocean View ballpark. Leagues run August–October, 2014. Details are on our website www.albanyca. org/adultsports.

Co-ed Kickball

Kickball, originally known as “KickBaseball“, is a sport homegrown in the U.S.A.–Ohio! The play is similar to baseball, but without the complications of bats and gloves, just your fleet feet and spirit. Registration e u g a e L for Fall 2014 begins in July by r Socce Kickball, ced on n u o n Softball, n submitting your team application a s s on detail dultsport registrati /a rg .o and fees. See details on our website a nyc www.alba www.albanyca.org/adultsports team Get your

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Fall 2014 Sports

City of Albany

Drop-in Pickleball

Albany loves Pickleball! Drop in every Tuesday 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 at the Ocean View Park Tennis courts, every Tuesdays 4–6 pm, $5 drop-in fee, $3 for seniors, $2 paddle rental.

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Run Around Town

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

International Day Run

marin Monster

Sunday, May 4 • 8 am Wear the colors of your favorite flag! Red, white and blue stands for Slovakia, U.S.A., France! Blue and white flies for Nicaragua and Argentina! What are your favorite flags? And don’t forget green, white and red for our neighbor Mexico and Italy. After the run, we will snack on food from around the world!

Sunday, September 21 • 8 am

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

Run Around Town Sundays, Albany‘s running club, invites you to train for the Marin Monster, our epic Albany endurance fun run. Run with us every Sunday to train for this new local race. This run will kick-off Albany Local week and will score you Monster points on your score card! The route will include over 900 feet elevation gain! One step on the route is a 39% grade! RATS eat hills for breakfast! And there will be punch, pie and a party after the run at the Albany Community Center. $20 registration fee will be required for this event and you will received a t-shirt. Register by emailing Eleanore at eadams@albanyca.org.

senior Center

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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 2 & July 11, 9 am–12:30 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.

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.

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

Over 60 Health Clinic: Mondays, May 12 and July 14, 9 am. A nurse provides foot care, blood pressure checks, medication review and more. Drop-in only.

Albany senior center Isabelle Leduc, Community & Human Services Manager Robin Mariona, 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

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.

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.

City of Albany

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Senior Center

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Needlecraft & Beading

Mondays, May 5–Aug. 18, 9–11 am No class on May 26

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

Bridge

Thursdays, May 1–Aug. 20, 1–3 pm Mahjong, ping pong and board games provided.

Fridays, May 2–Aug. 22, Noon–3 pm No class on July 4 Mandarin Conversation

Tuesday Films

Tuesdays, May 6–Aug. 19, 1:30 pm (time subject to change) For Pet Lovers Only!

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Thursdays, May 1–Aug. 21, 10–11 am Share your feelings and experiences about your pet, learn from other pet lovers and how animals and people heal each other. Painting

Thursdays, May 1–Aug. 21, 9 am–noon French Conversation

Thursdays, May 1–Aug. 21, 11:30 am– 12:30 pm Line Dancing for Beginners

Thursdays, May 1–Aug. 21, 11:15 am–12:15 pm Papier Mâché

Wednesdays, May 7–Aug. 20, 9–11 am

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.

Fridays, May 2–Aug. 22, 11 am–noon No class on July 4

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OLDER AMERICANS MONTH HIGH TE A Thursday, May 22 • 12–2 pm • $5 Join us for this very special event honoring Older Americans. Come have tea and light refreshments while listening to wonderful entertainment. Decorate your table, create a unique centerpiece and bring your favorite teacups. Prizes will be awarded for best tables. Reserve your table now at the Senior Center. Reservation deadline is Friday, May 16. Admission fee includes tea and refreshments.

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Backyard BBQ: Pre-Independence Day Celebration

White Elephant & Bake Sale! The Friends of the Albany Senior Center invite you to find great bargains at this yearly fundraiser. There will be toys, jewelry, books, baked goods and more!

Join Uncle Sam and FOAS at a summer BBQ dinner to celebrate our nation’s Independence Day. All are welcome.

Enjoy music, dancing and BBQ chicken dinner prepared by the Albany Lions Club.

Thursday, July 3 3:30–5 pm

Saturday, August 16 5–7:30 pm

$6 Adults, $5 Children 6 and under. Call to reserve a dinner.

$11 Adults, $5 Children 6 and under. ($12/$6 if purchased after Aug 8)

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

The Annex 842 Masonic Avenue, Albany

Albany Community Center 1249 Marin Ave., Albany

Albany Senior Center 846 Masonic Avenue, Albany

City of Albany

Saturday, April 26 • 9 am–2 pm

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Sa ednu ilot rs e v e n t s

Partici pati n g Organ izati o n s Adult Day Services Network Alameda County Transportation Commission Albany Library Albany Police & Fire Departments Ashby Village California Telephone Access Program East Bay Regional Park District Exceptional Senior Placement Hamilton Relay Your Money, Managed Lung Cancer Alliance Moves Made Manageable San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District Sarana Community Acupuncture Senior Helpers of the East Bay Senior Helpline Service Senior Life Insurance Company Soul to Soul Collective Senior Visionary Services Joann Sullivan, Realitor Friends of Albany Seniors

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ALBANY SENIOR RESOURCE FAIR Thursday, April 24 • 10 am–1 pm • Free Join us for the 6th 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.

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Travel Troupe

Travel

Albany Senior Travel Troupe All adults ages 50 and older are welcome to travel with us as we explore the beautiful and exciting areas and attractions around Northern California. Hop aboard our bus and leave the worrying to us. Each trip is led by a group leader. All trips include periods of walking, standing and sitting unless otherwise indicated. Travel itineraries are subject to change.

Campo di Bocce

Wicked The Musical

Graton Resort and Casino

Age s 5 0 – olde r

Our first trip to Campo di Bocce was such a big hit, we just had to schedule another visit. You’ll start off with a family style Italian lunch and finish with bocce ball! Veteran players and beginners are welcome to join in on the fun. Campo di Bocce staff will give us a quick over view of the game then we’re off to play on their state-of-the-art bocce courts. Trip is all inclusive: transportation, lunch and bocce.

We’re off to see the wizard…well, sort of! Hop aboard our shuttle bus as we travel to Sacramento and the California Musical Theatre’s musical Wicked! Start of your day at the Senior Center and our legendary preevent reception. This time, we’ll brunch with mimosas, then it’s showtime! Winner of over 50 major awards including a Grammy Award and three Tony Awards®, Wicked is the untold story of the witches of Oz. Wicked was declared "The Best Musical of the Decade" by Entertainment Weekly and "A Cultural Phenomenon" by Variety. Trip is all inclusive transportation, orchestra seating and pre-event reception.

We’re back to Sonoma county and Northern California’s hottest casino resort, Graton! Graton is a full-amenity gaming resort with a high-energy casino floor featuring an endless variety of slots and video poker along with an abundant array of table games, including Blackjack, Pai Gow Poker, Baccarat and a dedicated poker room. Indulge your cravings at Graton Resort & Casino with numerous offerings like four fine dining establishments; The Marketplace, featuring 9 favorite quick-serve dining outlets and more! Trip includes transportation. Lunch is on your own.

DATE

DAY

May 7

Wed

TIME

11 am–5 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$69

NONRES.

$74

Min: 12; Max: 21

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

June 11

Wed

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

May 29

Thur

Age s 5 0 – olde r

Min: 12; Max: 21

Exploring the Embarcadero in San Francisco

Roaring Camp Railroad to Santa Cruz

Age s 5 0 – olde r

Hop onboard the Santa Cruz Big Trees & Pacific Railway. We’ll be departing from the Santa Cruz mountains, travel through Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, down the scenic San Lorenzo River Gorge, across a 1909 steel truss bridge and through an 1875 tunnel before arriving at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. On your own in Santa Cruz, you can spend the day exploring, relaxing, soaking in the sun, playing, shopping, and dining. We will ride our shuttle bus from Santa Cruz back to Albany. Trip includes transportation and train ticket. Lunch is on your own.

Oakland's Paramount Theatre is one of the finest remaining examples of Art Deco design in the United States. We will have a private tour of this National Historic Landmark. Our docents will be extremely knowledgeable, encourage cameras and lots of questions! Lunch will be included at a local restaurant. Trip is all inclusive: transportation, tour and lunch. DATE

DAY

May 12

Sun

Min: 12; Max: 21

TIME

9 am–3 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$39

NONRES.

$44

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Paramount Theatre Tour

10 am–6 pm

$89

$94

DAY

June 5

Thur

TIME

9 am–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$19

$24

Age s 5 0 – olde r

The Embarcadero has it all: boats, museums, sports, restaurants, art, shopping and more! This is a bus tour with lively commentary on history and current city trivia as well as a walking tour. There will be a coffee break at South Beach and lunch (on your own) at Pier 39. From hidden secrets in Mission Bay to guided shopping at Pier 39 to the latest art at Crissy Field, this tour offers a look at the best of what’s new and fun in San Francisco. Tour will be led by Marilyn Straka from “On the Level” tours. Trip includes transportation and professional tour guide. Lunch is on your own. DATE

8 am–4 pm

$39

NONRES.

$44

DATE

DAY

June 20

Fri

Min: 12; Max: 21

TIME

8 am–5 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$49

NONRES.

$54

Min: 12; Max: 21

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Travel

Dixon’s Grillin’ & Chillin’ Car & Truck Show Age s 5 0 – olde r

It’s adventure time! We’re off to a unique, exciting and worthwhile community festival in the town of Dixon. Dixon is located between Davis and Woodland, California. The festival includes chili and rib cookoffs, arts & crafts booths, food vendors and, of course, an antique car and truck show. Festival proceeds go to community charities. Trip includes transportation. Lunch and exploring are on your own. DATE

DAY

July 19

Sat

TIME

8 am–5 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$29

NONRES.

$34

Min: 12; Max: 21

Age s 5 0 – olde r

Marilyn Straka for “On the Level” tours will lead our tour to Mission Dolores, the oldest intact Mission in California. Via bus, we enjoy a leisurely drive through the Mission’s distinctive Victorian neighborhoods, parks and shopping districts. The tour will also include photo stops at the Women’s Building & Bethany Center, the largest and most spectacular of the Mission’s 100 murals. Our tour continues with a short walk down 24th Street, the heart of the Latino barrio, where we will enjoy a sample of traditional Mexican agua dulce (tropical fruit juice) and a Mexican pastry. We will then stroll down Balmy Alley, a block-long outdoor museum of public art. Inspired by Mexican muralists such as Diego Rivera and Orozco, mural artists have covered the walls of this tiny alley with murals reflecting the needs, hopes and dreams of the immigrant community. After our tour, we will eat lunch at an authentic family-owned Mexican restaurant, San Jalisco. Trip includes transportation and professional tour guide. Lunch is on your own. DAY

July 23

Wed

TIME

10 am–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

Min: 12; Max: 21

$39

Oakland A’s vs. New York Mets

Age s 5 0 – olde r

This will not be your ordinary baseball game. At this “event” we will see our beloved A’s take on Jerry Seinfeld’s favorite team…The New York Mets! Our day will start in the beautiful West Side Club with reserved seating overlooking the field. Relax and enjoy an all-you-can-eat, catered barbecue lunch buffet. Our seats for the game are a short meander in front of the West Side Club. Trip is all inclusive: transportation, lunch, game ticket and who knows… maybe a glimpse of Jerry.

Age s 5 0 – olde r

Hayes Valley is a fashionable neighborhood, a place to see and to be seen. It is between the historical districts of Alamo Square and the Civic Center. Victorian, Queen Anne and Edwardian townhouses rub shoulders with boutiques, restaurants, parks and public housing complexes. There is so much to see. In the afternoon, we explore the 'stately' buildings at the Civic Center learning the uses of the area from the time of the Gold Rush. We will go inside City Hall and the Library. This tour is led by Marilyn Straka from “On the Level” tours. Trip Includes: transportation and professional tour guide. Lunch is on your own in the Hays Valley Neighborhood.

San Francisco’s Mission Neighborhood

DATE

San Francisco’s Hays Valley & Civic Center

DATE

DAY

August 11

Mon

TIME

9 am–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$39

NONRES.

$44

Min: 12; Max: 21

Age s 5 0 – olde r

$44

DAY

August 20

Wed

TIME

10 am–5 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$69

NONRES.

$74

Min: 12; Max: 21

Niles Antique Fair & Flea Market Age s 5 0 – olde r

Gilroy Garlic Festival

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DATE

This is a great opportunity to check one off your must do list. The Gilroy Garlic Festival is one of the most popular and largest food festivals in the United States. All you foodies can expect the usual steamy flavors of garlic calamari, garlic prawns, garlic ice cream and garlic everything! You can also buy lots of garlic paraphernalia including: braids of garlic, garlic soap, garlic honey and much more garlic! Breath mints will be provided on trip home. Trip includes transportation and festival ticket. Lunch and exploring are on your own. DATE

DAY

July 27

Sun

TIME

8:30 am–4 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$29

The historic town of Niles pulls out all the stops to create a flea market that drapes its main street in authentic garage-style chic mixed with antique store flare. Brimming with 200 vendors and the residents of Niles holding their own yard sales, Niles Antique Fair and Flea Market features antiques, collectibles, arts, crafts, finds and food! Lots and lots of great food. The streets were lined with treasures and necessities. Trip includes transportation. Lunch and exploring are on your own. DATE

DAY

August 31

Sun

TIME

9 am–3 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$19

NONRES.

$24

Min: 12; Max: 21

NONRES.

$34

Min: 12; Max: 21

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Lunch Troupe

Lunch Troupe: Sonoma Plaza Age s 5 0 – olde r

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

The historic Sonoma Plaza lies at the heart of Sonoma Valley—gateway region to Sonoma County. The Plaza's old adobe storefronts, meandering alleyways, sunlit courtyards and historic landmarks hum with an eclectic mix of restaurants, hotels, tasting rooms, cafes, artisan boutiques and galleries. Sonoma County was voted #1 Wine Destination in the USA. Sonoma Plaza is ranked the #1 attraction to visit in Sonoma. DATE

DAY

May 21

Wed

TIME

10:30 am–3 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$19

NONRES.

$24

Min: 12; Max: 21

Lunch Troupe: Capitola Age s 5 0 – olde r

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Capitola is a small coastal town on California’s Monterey Bay. The town was pioneered in the late 1800's, first as a lumber port and later as a vacation resort. You can take a wonderful stroll in the village of Capitola. Leisurely explore the long rows of restaurants, historic homes and small shops while witnessing the magnificent vistas of Monterey Bay and the beach. DATE

DAY

June 25

Wed

TIME

9:30 am–3 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$19

NONRES.

$24

Min: 12; Max: 21

Lunch Troupe: Downtown Healdsburg Age s 5 0 – olde r

The beauty of Healdsburg is unsurpassed. Centered in the Northern California wine country, Healdsburg is often compared to the area of Tuscany. Browse restaurants, go shopping, antiquing, or wine tasting around the Healdsburg Plaza. From coffee to deli, bakery to bistro, picnic to world-class cuisine, meals are highlighted by the finest wines from premium quality Sonoma wineries. DATE

DAY

July 9

Wed

TIME

9:30 am–3 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$19

NONRES.

$24

Min: 12; Max: 21

Lunch Troupe: SF North Beach Age s 5 0 – olde r

North Beach is that rare thing; a neighborhood that manages to be a perennial hit with tourists and remains beloved by San Franciscans. It's best known as San Francisco's Little Italy, with its high density of check-clothed ristorantes, caffes and Old World delicatessens. DATE

DAY

Aug 6

Wed

Min: 12; Max: 21

City of Albany

TIME

10:30 am–3 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$19

NONRES.

$24

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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.

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San Antonio Holiday

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Age s 5 0 – olde r

The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is a world-renowned attraction and destination for all ages. For more than four decades, the first week in October brings the smell of roasting chiles and the beautiful, magical moving picture show of hot air balloons sailing silently through the crisp fall air. In addition to the headline attraction, other tour highlights include: Albuquerque City Tour, Old Town Albuquerque, Indian Pueblo Culture Center, Bandelier National Monument, Los Alamos Science Museum, Sante Fe City Tour, Taos Pueblo, Taos City Tour, and the High Road Taos.

San Antonio’s old-Spanish flavor, multi-cultural heritage, numerous parks and plazas, and the Riverwalk make it one of America’s more intriguing cities. Tour highlights include: San Antonio City Tour, San Jose Mission, El Mercado Marketplace, Alamo, Riverwalk Cruise, Hill Country, LBJ Ranch, Fredericksburg, Fiesta de las Luminarias and optional tour in Austin.

6 Days: October 10–15, 2014 Trip Includes: Round trip airfare, ground transfers, 7 Meals (5 breakfasts & 2 dinners), motor coach transportation on tours, admissions per itinerary, sightseeing per itinerary, hotel transfers, baggage handling. Cost: $2049 per person, double occupancy; $650 single supplement. Deposit: $300 per person. Final payment due July 28, 2014.

5 Days: December 3–7, 2014 Trip Includes: Round trip airfare, ground transfers, 6 Meals (4 breakfasts & 2 dinners), motor coach transportation on tours, admissions per itinerary, sightseeing per itinerary, hotel transfers, baggage handling. Cost: $1495 per person, double occupancy; $425 single supplement. Deposit: $300 per person. Final payment due September 19, 2014. Please make checks payable to Premier World Discovery. Cancellation Waiver is available for additional fee.

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

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Extended Vacations

Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta

boomers & beyond

Awareness Through Movement® Feldenkrais Chair

Rosen Method Movement

Exercise & Dance

Age s 5 0 – olde r

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.

Freeing the Dancer in You: Creative Movement for Health & Enjoyment Age s 5 0 – olde r

Join the resident movement ensemble of the Albany Senior Center, Impromptu No Tutu, for a lively creative movement session. All abilities welcome and the class is open to everyone. We warm up with elements of Brain Dance*and T’ai Chi, and then improvise movement and simple dances to diverse styles of music, voice or silence. Chairs and other support are integrated as needed. Inspired by the Orff Schulwerk music approach and the vision of community dance pioneered by Rudolf Laban, this class is a safe space for relaxation, play and expression. 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. Greacian Goeke is the music specialist at Mills College Children’s Preschool and a certified Orff Schulwerk movement and music educator for all ages. She is also certified as a T’ai Chi instructor and has been a practitioner of the Yang Style Short Form since 1989. *Developed by Anne Green Gilbert, Creative Dance Center, Seattle DATE

DAY

TIME

May 2–Aug 15*

Fri

10:15–11:30 am

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

14x

NONRES.

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

*No class on June 20 & July 4

DATE

DAY

TIME

May 7–Aug 20

Wed

12:15–1:15 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

16x

Change your life through simple, effective movement using the skills you already have: self observation and the human ability to learn and grow. Each series explores a different aspect of movement improving balance, flexibility and general well-being. Drop-in fee is $7R/$8NR. A h a ppy lowe r b a c k DATE

DAY

TIME

May 7–May 28

Wed

1:30–2:30 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$24

NONRES.

$29

E a s y W a lk i ng

Instructor: Regina Wells Location: Albany Senior Center, Multi-Use Room Min: 3; Max: 15

DATE

DAY

TIME

June 4–June 25

Wed

1:30–2:30 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$24

NONRES.

$29

ne c k & s h oulde r Rel i ef

Zumba® Gold Age s 4 0 – olde r

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 and most importantly have fun! Ditch the workout, join the party, the Zumba® Gold Dance Party! Fee is per class. DATE

DAY

TIME

May 1–July 31*

Thur

10:10–11 am

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

14x

NONRES.

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

DATE

DAY

TIME

July 2–July 23

Wed

1:30–2:30 pm

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

DATE

DAY

TIME

July 30–Aug 20

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

TIME

May 7–Aug 20

Wed

10:15–11:30 am

16x

Min: 4; Max: 25

Wed

1:30–2:30 pm

$29

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$24

NONRES.

$29

Min: 3; Max: 12

Gentle Tai Chi Age s 5 0 – olde r

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. ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DAY

TIME

May 5–Aug 20*

M/W

10:30–11:30 am

31x

May 2–Aug 22*

Fri

9:30–10:30 am

15x

NONRES.

*No class on May 16, May 26, July 4, July 21

Gentle Yoga a ge s 5 0 – olde r

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. DATE

DAY

TIME

May 1–Aug 22

M–F

9–10 am

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

78x

NONRES.

Instructor: Allan Jacinto Location: Albany Community Center, Hall (Mon); Rooms 1 & 2 (July 7, Aug 4, 11, 18) Albany Senior Center, Multi-Use Room (Tue–Fri) Min: 5; Max: 20

City of Albany

$24

Instructor: Rosie Rosenthal Location: Albany Senior Center, Multi-Use Room

Min: 5; Max: 30

DATE

NONRES.

Instructor: Yachiyo Location: Albany Community Center, Hall; Rooms 1 & 2( July 7, Aug 4, 11, 18); Edith Stone (June 23, 25, 27, July 23, 25)

Age s 5 0 – olde r

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

be t t e r B a l a n c e

DATE

*No class on May 22

Instructor: Catherine Sutton Location: Albany Senior Center, Multi-Use Room

NONRES.

Age s 5 0 – olde r

*No class on May 26, June 23, July 4 & July 21

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boomers & beyond

Poles Training for Hiking, Walking, Balance & Mobility

Exploring Local Natural Treasures on Foot

Age s 5 0 – olde r

Enjoy walking at a moderate pace while exploring natural treasures and history of the Bay Area. Dress in layers and wear comfortable closed walking shoes with good traction. Bring water and light snack, binoculars, cameras and walking poles if you use them.

Age s 5 0 – olde r

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 repeat students get $15 discount and multiple repeat students attend for free. TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

DATE

DAY

April 22

Tue

1–4:30 pm

$28

$33

June 17

Tue

12:45–4:15 pm

$28

$33

August 19

Tue

12:45–4:15 pm

$28

$33

Instructor: Jayah Faye Paley, ACE Certified Personal Trainer Location: Albany Senior Center, Multi-Use Room/Bus

Age s 5 0 – olde r

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. Walk schedule and registration lists will be available at the Albany Senior Center on the first business day of the month. You must register in person at the Albany Senior Center.

Tuesdays

8:30 am–2:30 pm

NONRES.

DAY

TIME

Apr 24

Thur

9–11 am

FREE

May 22

Thur

9–11 am

FREE

El Cerrito’s Hillside Natural Area offers 83 acres of June 19 Thur 9–11 am 1x FREE FREE grasslands, creeks, and oak forests with spectacular July 17 Thur 9–11 am 1x FREE FREE Bay views. Wildflowers should be at their peak in Instructor: Susan Schwartz (848-9358, f5creeks@aol.com) & April. We’ll avoid the steep routes, but expect ungShirley Jowell (525-7012, sjowell@att.net) roomed trails and some ups and downs. Wear sturdy Location: See walk description for location meeting spots shoes; bring water and sticks if you use them. Meet Min: 5; Max: 30 at the stub end of King Court (1190 King Court on Internet maps), below King and Shevlin. Information: F5creeks@aol.com. May: Building Community by Growing Gardens Ranger Bob Flasher leads an easy, level tour of some of Albany’s varied community gardens. Meet at Codornices Creek and the north end of 8th Street/south end of Jackson (three blocks west of San Pablo, two blocks north of Gilman, on the Berkeley Albany border; AC Transit 72 or 25). Information: rangerdude333@hotmail.com. Meet at 9 am at Peet’s Coffee, 1825 Solano (AC Transit 18), for a leisurely stroll on pathways up to Indian Rock and Mortar Rock Parks and back. Learn about the geology and history of these bits of ancient volcanic eruptions. Easy walk but some uphill. F5C vice-president Shirley Jowell leads this walk.

Walk, Talk & Be Healthy!

TIME

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

DATE

June: Easy Rocks

Min: 6; Max: 10

DAY

April: Wildflowers and Views Across the Hillside Natural Area

ALBANY RESIDENT

July: Old and New in Point Richmond Explore history and nature including a new segment of Bay Trail, remnants of the industrial past a Ferry Point and the Brickyard, a one-time beach resort, and the restored Richmond plunge. F5C President Susan Schwartz leads this level walk of about 4 miles. Meet at Mechanics Bank (historic trainmasters’ building), 4 W. Richmond Avenue, at South Garrard (AC Transit 72M). Optional lunch follows at one of the many restaurants in charming Point Richmond, where the city was founded. August: No walk scheduled, but we may plan something check late July: www.meetup.com/Friends-of-FiveCreeks-Walkers.

NONRES.

Varies for each trip

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

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boomers & beyond

Special Interest

The Lives of Women

Memoir Writing

Age s 5 0 – olde r

a ge s 5 0 – olde r

No More Masks: An Anthology of 20th Century American Women Poets is a glorious gathering of poems. This HarperPerennial book, published in 1993, was edited by Florence Howe.

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

TIME

June 20–Aug 15* Fri

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

2–4 pm

$55

NONRES.

$60

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

AARP’s 55 Alive Mature Driving

World Affairs & Politics

Age s 5 0 – olde r

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. The June class is a refresher course for people who have completed the 8 hour course within the last 4 years. Fee for this class is $15 for AARP Members, $20 for Non-Members. Check or money order only (No cash), payable to: AARP DATE

DAY

*No class on July 4

TIME

MEETS

AAPR MEM.

NONMEM.

Age s 5 0 – olde r

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

DAY

TIME

June 23–Aug 18

Mon

9:30–11 am

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

NONRES.

Instructor: Constance Cole Location: Albany Senior Center, Multi-Use Room

iPad Class: Beginning & Intermediate Users

Thur

1–5 pm

$15

$20

Age s 5 0 – olde r

June 5

Thur

1–5 pm

$15

$20

Explore the basics of the iPad. Learn how to use the various functions on your iPad from viewing photos to sending emails so that you can get the most use out of your gadget. This is a great class for beginners, as we will provide step-by-step instructions and answer any specific questions you may have.

Min: 10; Max: 20

DATE

DAY

May 1–Aug 21*

Thur

TIME

12:45–2:45 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

14x

NONRES.

Donation

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

*No class on May 22, June 26 & July 24

NE W

iPad Class Partners Age s 5 0 – olde r

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 on any Friday from noon–1:30 pm, and be prepared to learn and practice in partnership with others just like you. We will focus on getting around on our devices, learning and reviewing basics and useful skills, practice the howto's of email and internet and share both fun and problem-solving apps. DATE

DAY

April 11–Aug 22* Thur

TIME

Noon–1:30 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

19x

DAY

TIME

May 5–Aug 11*

Mon

1:30–3:30 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 26

Reading Novels a ge s 5 0 – olde r

Min: 4; Max: 35

May 8 & May 15

Instructor: Alice Meyers Location: Albany Senior Center, South Room

DATE

In the award-winning Juliet in August, Canadian writer Dianne Warren illuminates the interior lives of people in a fictional small town in Saskatchewan. Publisher: G.P. Putnam’s Sons. DATE

DAY

TIME

June 25–Aug 13

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 a ge s 5 0 – olde r

Class reads great, enduring literature from around the world, especially the classics from America, England and Europe. Such fiction, long and short, all delve into universal human concerns such as love, religion and death, and confront persistent, unanswerable questions. We move at snail’s pace over puzzling and intriguing passages, emphasizing language, structure, method and implicit meanings. Issue 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

May 6–Aug 5

Tue

10 am–noon

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

14x

$103

NONRES.

$108

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

NONRES.

Donation

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

*No class on July 4

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boomers & beyond

Savoring Short Stories I Age s 5 0 – olde r

We’ll read two surprising long stories in Leo Tolstoy’s The Death of Ivan Ilych: “Family Happiness,” sensitively narrated by a woman, and “Master and Man.” Signet Classic edition. DATE

DAY

TIME

June 23–Aug 11

Mon

11:30 am–1:30 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$55

NONRES.

$60

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

NE W Watercolor Tricks & Techniques a dult s

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, paper towels, salt, different brushes and papers, learn stippling, water perspective, brush drawing, dry brush and more! Class is for beginners or experienced painters who want to free-up, explore and learn some new stuff. 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 material fee paid to instructor. DATE

DAY

TIME

May 6–June 24

Tue

Noon–3 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

$129

NONRES.

$134

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

Portrait Drawing & Painting Age s 5 0 – olde r

Portrait drawing and painting is made easy when a few simple secrets are revealed. Shay Stephens will help you capture the likeness of a loved one or beloved pet. You'll learn to see the underlying structure and create a recognizable face, using a photo of your choice. Drop-in fee is $3R/$4NR. DATE

DAY

TIME

May 7–Aug 20

Wed

12:30–2:30 pm

ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT

16x

$24

NONRES.

$29

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

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ARts Committee

Hill with Heap, 2001 archival inkjet print, 22 × 10"

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R o b e rt S p e rt u s S pac es April 4–July 1 • Opening Reception: April 6, 4–6 pm • Albany Community Center Foyer The photos in this show depict, among other places, a desert in eastern Oregon, an island off the coast of Maine, and a garden in Berkeley. They were taken over a 20-year time span, mostly with special panorama cameras that utilize a moving lens to sweep across the scene. Spertus, has long been enamored with the “wide open spaces” of the Western landscape. While searching for ways to convey the vastness and grandeur of the mountains and deserts that he was exploring he came upon these pan cameras and it was love at first sight. Spertus subsequently discovered that they also “see” small intimate spaces in fresh and interesting ways.

Going to See the Horses, 2011 oil on canvas, 48 × 32"

H e r k S c h u st e f f Th e Myst e ry o f Vi s i o n July 3–Sept. 3, 2014 • Opening Reception: July 7, 4–6 pm • Albany Community Center Foyer Father sky and mother earth, art and nature, the abundant beauty of our precious–biospherelandscape teaches grounded balance and proportional interrelatedness. The courteous care of discerning culture once guided mainstream society–Picasso, Segovia, O'Keefe, Diebenkorn. Is there a cultural pathway back to the garden of reverent kinship and empathy with all life? How do we “invite and animate the desirable story” (using Caroline Casey's words)? Perhaps by “becoming agents of beauty and ingenuity”(her words, again). A flourishing world of art could somehow prevail again. The wider role of the artist is to model an esthetic reality which creates an upward attraction on society. 38

City of Albany

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Six minutes & forty seconds Oh the places we will go! PechaKucha Night, Vol. 03 Details: see page 42 April 25, 2014 | 6:30–8:20 pm New location ▶

Artists interested in being considered for a show can visit www.albanyca.org/arts for more information.

Artist Listing

The Ivy Room 860 San Pablo Avenue Albany

PECHAKUCHA

@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

PechaKucha Night Vol. 03: Oh, the Places We Will Go Friday, Apr. 25 • 6:30–8:20 pm • Free N O T E ht cha Nig

The first PechaKucha Night was held PechaKu in Tokyo in February 2003 as an 3 0 Vol. eld at the h e event for young designers to meet, b l il w in Albany Ivy Room network, and show their work in public. PechaKucha Nights are informal and fun gatherings where creative people get together and share their ideas, works, thoughts, holiday snaps—just about anything, really—in the PechaKucha 20x20 format. PechaKucha 20x20 is a simple presentation format—20 slides, 20 seconds for each slide. Check-out PechaKucha in action at www.pechakucha.org. Think you've got what it takes to present at Albany's PechaKucha Night? Contact Liam Kelly at lkelly@albanyca. org.

Game Night Friday, May 30 • 6–8:30 pm • Free Bring the family down to game night at the Albany Community Center. We will feature classic board games as well as modern strategy games, event some games that incorporate physical activity. Stop by and play a giant version of ‘Chutes and Ladders’ or play a game of Monopoly with an Albany twist!

Bill Evans: Banjo in America

Ballroom Dancing

Friday, July 25 • 6:30–8:00 pm • $10

Friday, Aug. 29 • 6:15–8:00 pm • $12

Nine banjos, no waiting in this special family friendly concert event with Bill Evans. Tracing the banjo from its West African roots to the New World, Bill performs musical examples from the 1700’s to the present day on a variety of vintage instruments, ranging from an African ekonting to a mid-19th century minstrel banjo, a modern bluegrass banjo and even an electric banjo. From an 18th century African dance tune to the music of the Civil War, and from early 20th century ragtime to folk and bluegrass banjo styles to Bill’s own incredible original music, Bill’s performances illuminate as well as entertain, exposing audiences to over 250 years of American music. In the last two years, Bill has performed all across North America, Canada, England and Germany, appearing with the San Francisco Symphony and on A Prairie Home Companion with Garrison Keillor!

Have fun learning a few basic steps to two classic big band dances: the lively swing and the elegant foxtrot! Dance to tunes by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Harry Connick Jr. and local favorite Lavay Smith. This lesson is for beginners and for those who want to brush up on their steps. Instructor: Charlene Gullette Van Ness, who has taught social dance to thousands of bay area people over the past 30 years.

City of Albany

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P r es e nti n g Spo n s o r s $1500 (limited to four)

• Full-page ad in the Fall 2014 Activity Guide

• Logo on Dinner with Albany T-shirts

• Three bottles of wine delivered to your table

• “Presenting sponsor” on Dinner with Albany poster and all marketing & promotion materials

• Three VIP tables at Dinner with Albany (18 guests)

• Special recognition announcement at Dinner with Albany

• Logo on Dinner with Albany page of the City website

• Four VIP parking passes • 18 VIP passes to the Sponsor’s Tent

• 18 Dinner with Albany T-shirts

• Advertisement on KALB Go ld Le ve l $750 (limited to ten)

• 18 valet bike parking passes

• 18 Dinner with Albany wine glasses

• Two VIP tables at Dinner with Albany (12 Guests)

• Two bottles of wine delivered to your table

• Logo on Dinner with Albany page of the City website

• Two VIP parking passes

• 12 Dinner with Albany wine glasses

• Logo on Dinner with Albany poster

• 12 valet bike parking passes

• Advertisement on KALB

will receive a number of benefits, and valuable advertising exposure in our Fall 2014 Activity Guide, on the City website, and through event marketing materials. We are offering three levels of sponsorship for Dinner with Albany and selling ad space in our upcoming Albany Activity Guide. The City of Albany Recreation Department’s Activity Guide provides each Dinner with Albany

• ½-page ad in Fall 2014 Activity Guide

• 12 VIP passes to the Sponsor’s Tent

Sponsors of this wonderful community event

• Special recognition announcement at event

sponsor with a valuable way to promote their business or organization through a publication that connects directly to involved and active community members. We print 13,500 copies and mail to over 8,000 homes in Albany, nearly 600 Albany businesses and 1,000 non-Albany residents. The Activity Guide remains in the homes

S ilve r Le ve l $500 (limited to ten)

• ¼-page ad in Fall 2014 Activity Guide

• One bottle of wine delivered to your table

• Six valet bike parking passes

• One VIP table at Dinner with Albany (six Guests)

• Six Dinner with Albany wine glasses

• Six VIP passes to the Sponsor’s Tent

of our readers for approximately four months; it is referred to multiple times by multiple readers. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor of Dinner with Albany or placing an ad in the

adve rti s i n g Fall 2014 Activity Guide

¼-page: $150, ½-page: $250, Full-page: $375. (Design services not included.)

Fall 2014 Activity Guide, contact Chelle Putzer at (510) 559-7218 or cputzer@albanyca.org for more information.

Dead li n e

Deadline for sponsorship and for reserving advertising space is July 14, 2014.

SAV E TH E D AT E ! Saturday, September 27, 2014 • 5:30-9:30 pm Solano Avenue between San Pablo and Masonic Dinner Bell Rings at 6:45 pm The City will host a sit-down dinner on Solano Avenue for the entire City of Albany. Share a meal with friends, neighbors and family. There will be live music, dancing in the streets, table decorating contest and the dinner bell will ring at 6:45 pm. Table reservations begin August 11, 2014. You can share a meal with friends and family in a number of ways: • Reserve one or more tables with six chairs per table ($40 each) • Reserve a space ($15 each) and bring your own table(s) and chairs • Make reservations at one of the participating restaurants that will be offering sidewalk dining More detailed information about Dinner with Albany will appear in the Fall Activity Guide.

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D I N N E R W ITH A L B A N Y S P O N S O RSHI P O P P O RT U N ITI E S

BIKE MONTH

Albany Police Activities League

B i c y c le Rodeo Saturday, May 17, 2014 • 10 am–1 pm Cornell Elementary School, 920 Talbot Avenue, Albany

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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.

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Wednesday, May 7, 2014

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 be hosted by Albany Strollers & Rollers and will provide coffee, snacks, swag, bike goodies and the famous Bike to Work Day bags. www.ebbc.org/btwd.

May 16, June 20, July 18, August 15 6:30 pm · Wheels of Justice, Solano Ave.

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Events

national Out Night Join in Albany's community-wide

National Night Out 2014 Tuesday, August 5 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.

C L OTHI NG S WA P April 22 & July 17, 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 $375. We provide the 12â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 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 20â&#x20AC;&#x201C;October 5. For more information, contact: Liam Kelly at lkelly@albanyca.org.

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Wednesdays in September 6:30-8 pm Memorial Park

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Events

Local Garden Swap Bring your excess homegrown produce to swap with your neighbors. Tuesday evenings beginning May 27, 6:30 (Be on time for best selection) Albany Community Center Patio

Citywide Garage Sale Saturday, May 10, 2014 • 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 16, 2014. For registration form and more information visit www.albanyca.org/ greenalbany.

Albany Police Activities League

C a r S h ow Friday, 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.albanypal.net on May 1, 2014. This is an opportunity to either show your unique car or to enjoy the collections of others. Special classic cars, muscle cars, vintage cars or hot rods are featured with prizes awarded in several categories Please email apal@albanypal.net or call Peggy McQuaid at 526-7855 for more information. Prizes will be awarded for various categories.

Albany Lions 4th of July Pancake Breakfast It’s an Albany Tradition! Friday, July 4, 2014 8 am–11 am Veterans Memorial Building 1325 Portland Avenue, Albany

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R U N Blood AROUND T O W N Drive City of Albany Community Services Department presents

Thursday, August 21, 2014 • 2–7 pm Albany Community Center

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

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”.

New route(s) each week

Earth Day Celebration & Cleanup Saturday, April 19, 2014 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 for more information.

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Events Albany Middle School

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April 2, 2014 • 2–5 pm Albany Middle School

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The Marin Monster Sunday, September 21 Run from the Albany Community Center to the top of Marin Avenue and back. Party to follow.

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Have an old bike sitting in your garage? As part of the City’s Safe Routes to School Program, Albany Middle School students are asking for donations of used bikes (any size) to fix-up and donate to fellow students before Bike to School Day on May 7. Drop-off used bikes at Albany Middle School between 2–5 pm. Email greenalbany@albanyca.org for more information.

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Special thanks to the Albany Arts Committee

FilmFest

The fourth annual Albany FilmFest thanks you for a great event! This year’s event featured great short (and really short) films, great guests, great gala, free popcorn and great community support. 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 awesome financial supporters and in-kind partners and restaurant donors!

Executive Producer Level Partners: Albany Community Foundation Solano Avenue Association Producer Level Partner & “DTC Best in Show Award” Sponsor: DTC Lighting & Grip Director Level Sponsors: Arkin-Tilt Architects Spitzley Construction Truitt & White Chuck Sigal Sound System Meyer Sound In-Kind Partners: Albany YMCA Arrow Glass Alliance Graphics Arbonne Cosmetics Argania Salon de Beauté Bua Luang Buena Vista Wine Design-a-Sign East Bay Express Event Magic Fistfull of Cake Films Flowerland French Cuban Lamps 4f Lighting Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant Landmark Albany Twin Rhythmix Cultural Center Rialto Cinemas Cerrito & Elmwood Silver Screen Video Stone Bridge Press

Gala Food & Beverage Partners: Ajanta Bowl’d Bua Luang Cactus Tacqueria China Village Crepes Suzette Cugini Ristorante Eunice Gourmet Grazzy Burger Kim’s Café King Tsin Little Star Pizza Mangia Mangia Noah’s Bagels Peet’s Coffee Rendez-Vous Café Bistro Restaurant Valparaiso Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant Solano Cellars Starbucks Trader Joe’s White Lotus Thai Zand’s Judges: Gina Liebrecht, Ari Sigal, Waylon Bacon Albany FilmFest Organizers: Jack Kenny, Bob Nelson, Naomi Lucks Sigal Principal Volunteers: Jules Kobelin, Terry Lamb, Ellen Toomey City of Albany Staff: Jeremy Allen, Liam Kelly, Emmanuel Tecuatl, Nir Maoz, Ori Maoz All the Wonderful City of Albany Volunteers

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FilmFest

Lighting & Grip Rentals & Sales www.dtcgrip.com

the 40th annual Solano Avenue Stroll Sunday, September 14

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Eastshore State Park

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Neighborhoods

A r ound You 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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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: @theCenter, Blood Drive, Sr. Center Resource Fair, Earth Day Clean-up, Memorial Park Clean-up, Memorial Park Gala & Cleanup Day May: @theCenter, Bike About Town, Bike to Work Day, Bike to School Day, Terrace Park Gala & Clean-up Day

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ONGOING PROJECTS Litter Crew • Weed Warriors • Storm Drain Stenciling • Tree Planting Program • Albany Hill Adopt-A-Trail Program • Friends of Albany Parks Friends of Dartmouth Tot Lot • Senior Front Desk • Brown Bag Program • Neighborhood Block Captains

June: @theCenter, Bike About Town, Ocean View Gala & Clean-up Day July: Albany @theCenter, 4th of July, Bike About Town, Ohlone Greenway Clean-up, Aug: @theCenter, Blood Drive

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Friends of Parks The Friends of Albany Parks program is designed to encourage community members to get involved with the care, maintenance and beautification of their favorite neighborhood park. Park Gala events will provide social gatherings geared toward developing ideas for park improvement and getting residents involved with helping maintain our parks. They will also help foster a better sense of community and build social capital as neighbors meet and work with one another. The Galas will also provide an opportunity to volunteer for specific park maintenance tasks. Friends of Albany Park members will come together for a Clean-Up Day two weeks after the Gala. Each member who attends the Clean-Up Day will receive an official Friends of Albany Parks T-shirt. Additional park events will be announced in the Fall 2014 Activity Guide. For more information contact Liam Kelly at lkelly@albanyca.org or visit www.albanyca.org/volunteer park Memorial Park Jewelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Terrace Park Ocean View Park Dartmouth Tot Lot

gal a Thursday, April 3, 7 pm Thursday, May 1, 7 pm Thursday, June 5, 7 pm Thursday, Sept. 4, 7 pm

clean -up Saturday, April 19, 9 am Saturday, May 17, 9 am Saturday, June 21, 9 am Saturday, Sept. 20, 9 am

Special thanks to the Albany Community Foundation and members of Transition Albany.

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Green Things

GREEN THINGS FOR YOU Co ns e rve Water Governor Brown has declared a drought emergency and asked all Californians to voluntarily reduce water consumption by 20%. Check out water-saving tips at www.saveourh2o.org and take advantage of EBMUD’s free programs and services at www.ebmud.com: • Order a free WaterSmart Home Survey Kit to help you find and fix leaks and check water flow rates. • Schedule a free on-site Home Water Survey to receive customized information on how to save water and money. • Track and manage your water consumption online. • Find rebates for appliances the conserve water. • Get free high-efficiency shower heads, faucet aerators and other water-saving devices. Earth Day Ce le b rati o n & Clean Up Day Saturday, April 19 • 9 am–12:30 pm Earth Day Celebration and Cleanup, Saturday, April 19th: Join the City of Albany and the Watershed Project for a waterfront cleanup in celebration of Earth Day! The event will be held on Saturday, April 19th from 9:00am-12:30pm at the foot of Buchanan Street. 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! Check our website www.albanyca.org for more information! Cit y w i d e Garag e Sale Saturday, May 10 • 9 am–3 pm Now accepting applications for the Citywide Garage Sale until Wednesday, April 16, visit www.albanyca.org. Citywide Garage Sale listings and map will be available in mid-April at City Hall, Albany Community Center and the Albany Senior Center. For more information contact greenalbany@albanyca.org or (510)528-5760.

Com post GiveAway Sunday, May 4 • 11 am–4 pm Get two bags (per household) of Waste Management EarthCare Homegrown Compost at the Albany Arts & Green Festival in Memorial Park on Sunday, May 4 from 11 am–4 pm. Come early, compost is first-come, first-served. Must be an Albany resident, bring your driver's license or Waste Management bill. This compost is 100% local, made from your own Bay Area yard trimmings and residential food scraps. Compost can be picked up at the edge of the Memorial Park on Carmel Avenue. Another giveaway will be held over the summer. http://www.albanyca.org/compostgiveaways. Ocean Vie w Communit y Organic Gar d en weekly “O pen Garde n” 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. Pharmaceutical Collectio n Bin 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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For all Albany residential customers with recycling cart service

California law prohibits the disposal of Compact Fluorescant Light (CFL) bulbs in your trash cart. They contain mercury and are a household hazardous waste.

Call Waste Management at (510) 613-8710 for your freeVaporlok Foil Bag. www.albanyca.org/albanyrecycles

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Organize a Picnic! OCEAN VIEW PARK The Ocean View Park picnic area has been expanded with permanent restrooms centrally located near the play and picnic area. The picnic area is located among beautiful Redwoods and the newly installed Ocean View Community Garden. The play area is spacious and features all-new swings and climbing structures! There are six picnic areas available for reservation or you can rent the entire picnic area. Please call for pricing and information or see the picnic area diagram the City website at www.albanyca.org/rec.

MEMORIAL PARK Memorial Park picnic area is located next to the ball field that includes a new large, twosided, stone BBQ. The picnic area may be reserved in its entirety, or you may reserve half of the picnic area by reserving either the East Side or the West Side.

The East Side has four picnic tables, one small BBQ, and one side of the large BBQ. The East Side can be reserved for $16 per hour for residents and $18 per hour for nonresidents. The West Side has five picnic tables, two small BBQs, and one side of the large BBQ. The West Side can be reserved for $20 per hour for residents and $22 per hour for nonresidents. Both East and West sides can be reserved for $36 per hour for residents and $38 per hour for non-residents.

Dogs in Albanyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Parks Dogs are allowed in Memorial Park Section B, 7-days per week from 11 amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;8 pm. Dogs are not allowed on the main ball field at any time.

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

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Facilities

For Rent Albany Facilities

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Block Parties & Picnic Rentals

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.

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 Isabelle Leduc at the Senior Center at 524-9122 for availability and a price quote.

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 524-9283 for information regarding picnic rentals or to initiate a block party application

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tennis courts 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.

Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PAGE 60

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City Contacts

Community Contacts

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

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

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CITY COUNCIL, COMMITTEE 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 Alene Pearson. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chair Tod Abbott. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice Chair Eytan Urbas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Rochelle Nason . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Eddy So . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Gary Class. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member John Kindle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 7:00 pm, City Hall, Council Chambers

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

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

Charter Review Committee

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

Albany Library Board

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

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

Community Media Access Committee

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

Please Note: Committee/Commission members may have changed after the printing of this guide.

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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

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

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

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

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

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

Civil Service Board

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

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.

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Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PAGE 60

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 Jess Cosby, Nick Jordan, and Rosemarie Chu, Recreation Coordinators Eleanore Adams, Adult Sports Coordinator Liam Kelly & Emmanuel Tecuatl, Recreation Project Assistants

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

Registration Form

City of Albany Recreation & Community Services

1249 Marin Avenue Albany, CA 94706

Family Account Setup (List family members) Last Name First Name Birthdate

(510) 528-8914 FAX (510) 524-9283 PHONE Gender (M/F)

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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. 60

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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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