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.
Albany senior center Isabelle Leduc, Community & Human Services Manager Sid Schoenfeld, Recreation Supervisor Robin Mariona, Recreation Coordinator Dora Allen Recreation Coordinator 846 Masonic Avenue, Albany (510) 524-9122
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Health Services
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.
Podiatry: Podiatry services provided by a licensed podiatrist at a low cost. Call the Senior Center for the current schedule and to make an appointment.
Paratransit 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. Taxi Subsidy Program: Using Measure B and BB 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. HICAP Counseling: 3rd Friday of the month. The Health Insurance Counseling & Advocacy Program (HICAP) provides free and objective information and counseling about Medicare. Volunteer counselors can help you understand your specific rights and healthcare options. Personal appointments can be made by calling (510) 839-0393.
Shopping Trips: The shuttle provides Albany residents 60+ door-to-door transportation from home to nearby grocery stores. Funded by Measures B and BB.
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City of Albany
recreation & community services 510 524-9283
S eE nN iI oO rR sC e n t e r
Why cook? Eat Dinner at the Senior Center The Albany Tri City Cafe at the Senior Center serves well-balanced and delicious dinner Monday–Friday at 4 pm. This a great way to enjoy a wonderful meal with others for only a suggested donation of $4.
Dinner Cinema
Celebrate with us at one of our Special Event Dinners! Enjoy great food, entertainment, games and friendly company in a festive atmosphere! Sign-up at the front desk or call (510) 524-9122. Admission is $5.
Friday, June 16 • 4 pm
Information, Resource Referrals and Form Assistance The Albany Senior Center maintains up-todate information on services available to seniors in Alameda County. Computer Lab: Computers are connected to the internet and 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.
activity guide Summer 2017
Friday, May 19 • 4 pm Mother's Day
Friday, May 12 • 4 pm Father's Day BBQ
Sundae Tuesday
2nd Tuesday of the month • 4 pm Come to dinner and receive a free sundae. Sponsored by FOAS.
Nutrition Services The Albany Tri City Café: Well-balanced dinner served Monday–Friday at 4 pm. Suggested donation: $4. Meals on Wheels: Delivered Mon, Tue, Thur, Fri to homebound seniors. Suggested donation: $4. Mercy Brown Bag Program: Grocery bags of nutritional food to seniors on a fixed income. $10 yearly contribution.
ALBANY SENIOR RESOURCE Expo Thursday, April 13 • 10 am–1 pm Free Join us for the 9th Annual Senior Resource Expo 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 available at the event.
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 Measures B and BB, administered by the Alameda County Transportation Authority.
Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PAGE 68
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senior socials j u st- fo r the- fu n o f- it s oc ials
The Senior Center offers opportunities for adults 50+ with similar interest to gather and have fun together. Socialize with friends and make new ones! Please check in at the Senior Center Front Desk for room location. Drop-in fee is $1.
mondays
thursdays
fridays
No socials on May 29 (City Holiday)
No socials on Apr. 13 (Resource Expo)
Needlecraft & Beading May 1–Aug. 28 • 9–11 am Bring your own materials and receive input from peers to improve your craftsmanship.
Painting May 4–Aug. 31 • 9 am–noon Show off your artistic side. Bring your own materials and take this opportunity to get some positive feedback on your work.
French Conversation May 5–Aug. 25 • 11 am–noon If you are interested in conversing in French this group is for you. Books are read and current events are discussed.
Senior Center Chorus May 1–Aug. 28 • 3–4 pm Come sing away with people that love music.
tuesdays No social on July 4 (City Holiday)
For Pet Lovers Only! May 4–Aug. 31 • 10–11 am Come to this social gathering of pet lovers to learn from each other your responsibilities and how animals and people heal each other.
Matinee Movie of the Week May 2–Aug. 29 • 1:30 pm Enjoy some popcorn and a movie each week. See our movie flyer for a schedule of films being shown.
Mandarin Conversation May 4–Aug. 31 • 11:30 am–12:30 pm Mandarin anyone? Mandarin conversation is taught by a native speaker. No experience necessary.
wednesdays
Lunchtime with Technology May 4–Aug. 31 • Noon–1:30 pm Eat, skype, play games and share your technology experiences with other seniors. Bring your device or borrow one of our Ipads.
Papier Mâché May 3–Aug. 30 • 9–11 am Bring your own materials and receive input from peers to improve your craftsmanship. Japanese Conversation May 3–Aug. 30 • 12:30–1:30 pm This is a Japanese class taught by a native speaker. It covers the basic elements of the language: pronunciation, vocabulary, structures and most importantly conversation. No experience necessary. 36
Bridge May 5–Aug. 25 • Noon–3 pm For the seasoned bridge player. Challenge yourself and those around you in our weekly bridge games.
Mahjong & Games May 4–Aug. 31 • 1–3 pm Ping pong, board games, and cards available for anyone looking to have some fun.
City of Albany
recreation & community services 510 524-9283
boomers & beyond
Walking
Pole Walking for Balance, Exercise & Maintaining Mobility Ages 50–older
Learn skills and practice movements that will keep you on your feet and prolong your independence. Optimal use of poles helps you improve balance, endurance, confidence, agility and posture–you’ll feel taller and stronger! Easy-to-learn techniques in this fun and entertaining session enable people with mobility challenges to experience profound freedom of movement and a smoother, more fluid walking gait. Includes practice pole walking (weather-permitting a gentle bus excursion) to enjoy the outdoors. Top quality poles provided (including special balance tips) so you can discover which poles fit you best and will help you to achieve your goals. TIME
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
NONRES.
DATE
DAY
April 6
Thur 9:30 am–12:45 pm
1x
$28
$33
July 13
Thur 9:30 am–12:45 pm
1x
$28
$33
Instructor: Jayah Faye Paley, ACE Certified Personal Trainer Location: Albany Senior Center Min: 8; Max: 13
Walk, Talk & Be Healthy! Ages 50–older
A program designed to encourage walking as a healthy life style for adults 50+. Ride on the Senior Center shuttle bus to regional parks and other interesting and scenic places. Walk as you connect with other seniors. Walks are usually 2 to 4 miles, and are generally easy to moderate in difficulty. Bring a bag lunch, or lunch at a designated eatery. Monthly walk schedules and registration forms are available at the Albany Senior Center. Space is limited. Early registration is recommended. DAY
Tuesdays
TIME
8:30 am–2:30 pm
ALBANY RESIDENT
NONRES.
Varies for each trip
Instructor: Zion Lee Location: Each walk departs from the Senior Center Min: 5; Max: 20
activity guide Summer 2017
Exploring Local Natural Treasures on Foot Ages 50–older
Enjoy walking at a moderate pace while exploring natural treasures and history of the Bay Area. Dress in layers and wear comfortable closed walking shoes with good traction. Bring water and light snack, binoculars, cameras and walking poles if you use them. April: Albany Hill Wildflower Hike
DATE
DAY
TIME
April 20
Thur
9–11 am
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
1x
FREE
NONRES.
FREE
Albany Hill Wildflower Hike: Friends of Albany Hill May 18 Thur 9–11 am 1x FREE FREE Co-Chair Margot Cunningham introduces the wonderJune 15 Thur 9–11 am 1x FREE FREE fully varied wildflowers of Albany Hill. On this walk, July 20 Thur 9–11 am 1x FREE FREE we’ll climb about 340 feet, up the north and east Instructor: Susan Schwartz (848-9358, f5creeks@gmail.com) sides of the hill and down the west. Wear closed-toed Location: See walk description for location meeting spots shoes with good traction; bring water and hiking Min: 5; Max: 30 sticks. Meet at the SW corner of Pacific East Mall parking lot, 3288 Pierce Street (AC Transit 25 or 72, El Cerrito Plaza BART). Heavy rain cancels. Info: friendsalbanyhill@gmail.com. May: Searching for Wildlife in Berkeley’s Restored Grasslands Before Berkeley was a city, it was almost entirely grasslands, with just a fringe of trees along creeks. Join Ranger Bob Flasher exploring for ground squirrels, hawks, and creatures in-between where the Berkeley Meadow and Cesar Chavez Park have restored some of that habitat. This will be an easy but fairly long walk. Wear sturdy, comfortable shoes; bring water and sticks if you use them. Meet at the large park signs at University Ave. and West Frontage Rd., across from Sea Breeze Deli; easy by AC Transit 51B. Info: rangerdude333@hotmail.com. June: Charming Small Gardens Friends of Five Creeks Vice President Shirley Jowell brings back her ever-popular explorations of charming, ecofriendly gardens in Albany and Northwest Berkeley. Meet at the garden next to Berkeley Bagels, 1281 Gilman (at Santa Fe); easy by AC Transit 25, Info: sjowell@sbcglobal.net. July: Edibles, Medicines, and Useful Plants Along Cerrito Creek How would a Native American forager have seen Cerrito Creek? What would interest an herbalist? What about someone eager to make jam or baskets today? On this walk, we can talk about how people saw nature in the past, and how it can be part of our lives now and in the future. Meet at the north end of Cornell Ave., Albany/S. edge of El Cerrito Plaza parking lot; easy by AC Transit 72 or El Cerrito Plaza BART. F5C President Susan Schwartz leads. Info: f5creeks@gmail.com..
Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PAGE 68
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boomers & beyond
Gentle Yoga
Exercise & Dance Gentle Tai Chi
ages 50–older
This class provides a gentler approach to the practice of Yoga. Enjoy the benefits of increased flexibility, strength and stamina. Yoga encourages better posture, improves digestions, relaxes and calms the mind. Class is suitable for all levels. Wear loose and comfortable clothing and come on an empty stomach. Bring your own mat or towel. All classes at the Senior Center during the summer. Fee is per class.
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Ages 50–older
This gentle approach to Tai Chi combines Nei Dang Chi Kung emphasizing deep breathing and meditative elements. Helps circulation, loosening joints and secure balance. All classes at Senior Center during the summer. Two back-to-back classes. First class is a pre-registered and the second class is drop-in. Drop-in registration closes at 11:10 am each day. Registration begins April 10. Space is limited— register early. ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
TIME
NONRES.
DATE
DAY
May 1–May 22
Mon
10:15–11:15 am
4x
$12
$16
June 5–June 26
Mon
10:15–11:15 am
4x
$12
$16
DATE
DAY
TIME
May 1–Aug 31*
M–F
9–10 am
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
84x
$7
NONRES.
$8
Instructor: Allan Jacinto Location: Albany Senior Center, Multi-Use Room Min: 5; Max: 20
*No class on May 29–June 2, July 4 & Aug 4
Beginning Hip Hop Dance Workout Ages 50–older
Designed especially for beginners, we'll demystify hip hop until you're moving and grooving in this upbeat, fun and friendly dance workout. Using contemporary, retro, reggae and R&B music, you'll learn a simple choreographed routine each week. Bring your water bottle, wear comfortable clothing and supportive athletic shoes.
July 3–July 31
Mon
10:15–11:15 am
5x
$15
$20
Aug 7–Aug 28
Mon
10:15–11:15 am
4x
$12
$16
May 1–Aug 28*
Mon
10:15–11:15 am
17x
$51
$68
May 3–May 31
Wed
10:15–11:15 am
5x
$15
$20
June 7–June 28
Wed
10:15–11:15 am
4x
$12
$16
Instructor: Judith Kajiwara Location: Albany Senior Center, Multi-Use Room
July 5–July 26
Wed
10:15–11:15 am
4x
$12
$16
Min: 5; Max: 25
TIME
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
NONRES.
DATE
DAY
June 1–June 22
Thur 11:30 am–12:30 pm 4x
$36
$41
July 6–July 27
Thur 11:30 am–12:30 pm 4x
$36
$41
Ages 50–older
Aug 2–Aug 30
Wed
10:15–11:15 am
5x
$15
$20
May 3–Aug 30
Wed
10:15–11:15 am
18x
$54
$72
May 5–May 26
Fri
10:15–11:15 am
4x
$12
$16
June 2–June 30
Fri
10:15–11:15 am
5x
$15
$20
Ages 50–older
July 7–July 28
Fri
10:15–11:15 am
4x
$12
$16
Aug 11–Aug 25
Fri
10:15–11:15 am
3x
$9
$12
May 5–Aug 25*
Fri
10:15–11:15 am
16x
$48
$64
Sweat and groove to this upbeat, fun and friendly dance workout. Using contemporary, retro, reggae and R&B music, you’ll learn choreographed hip hop moves. Class consists of a 10-minute warm-up, 40 minutes of dance and a 10-minute cool down. Bring your water bottle, wear comfortable clothing and supportive athletic shoes. Students will progressively learn a new choreographed dance at the beginning of each 8-week session. For extra practice, students will receive a weekly video of the steps via email. Fee is per class.
d r o p - i n o n ly ( F e e i s p e r c la s s )
May 5–Aug 25* M/W/F 11:15–12:15 am
51x
$3
$4
Instructor: Yachiyo Otsubo Location: Albany Senior Center, Multi-Use Room Albany Senior Center, Multi-Use Room (Apr 10–14, Apr 24–28) Min: 10; Max: 23
*No class on May 29 & Aug 4
Senior Beginner Line Dance Ages 65–older
Music, movement, memorization that will benefit the mind and health. No experience required—however, background in music and rhythm are beneficial. Fee is per class. DATE
DAY
TIME
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
Intermediate Hip Hop Dance Workout
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
DAY
TIME
May 2–June 20
Tue
10:30–11:30 am
8x
$8
$9
June 27–Aug 22* Tue
10:30–11:30 am
8x
$8
$9
Instructor: Judith Kajiwara Location: Albany Senior Center, Multi-Use Room *No class on July 4
NONRES.
May 1–Aug 28*
Mon
1:45–2:45 pm
17x
$2
$3
May 4–Aug 31
Thur
2–3 pm
18x
$2
$3
NONRES.
DATE
Min: 5; Max: 25
Free to Move: Expressive Movement & Rhythm for Brain & Body Health This class is an opportunity to try creative movement, rhythm practice and responding to music in your personal style. Join Impromptu No Tutu, the resident ensemble of the Albany Senior Center, for these lively and mindful movement sessions open to all; no dance experience needed. We warm up with easy elements of the Brain Dance**and T’ai Chi, and then move to diverse genres of music, voice or silence. Chairs and other props are used as inspirations for rhythm and expanding our range of motion, balance and expression. Inspired by the inclusive Orff Schulwerk music approach, this class is a safe place for play, exploration and interaction, and promotes both physical and mental agility. One Friday a month, during the school year, children from the Albany Preschool next door join us for half an hour. This class also occasionally tours to other senior centers to demonstrate healthy aging through movement. Call the Center before dropping in so you know where to find us. Fee is per class. **Developed by Anne green Gilbert, Creative Dance Center, Seattle DATE
DAY
TIME
May 5–July 28
Fri
10:15–11:30 am
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
13x
$9
NONRES.
$10
Instructor: Greacian Goeke Location: Albany Senior Center, South Room Min: 2; Max: 25
Instructor: Julia Lee Location: Albany Senior Center, Multi Use Room Min: 4; Max: 16
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*No class on May 29
City of Albany
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Zumba® Gold
Ages 50–older
Ages 40–older
This one-hour class is fun and easy, made for everyone, beginners and experienced movers, open to all fitness levels. Exercises are simple, practical and profound, all done to a wide variety of wonderful music. It’s a pathway to presence, awareness and wholeness. Fee is per class.
Zumba® is the popular dance fitness craze that is sweeping the world! Zumba® Gold is a modified version and is the perfect class for beginners, older active adults, the de-conditioned adult and for anyone who desires a slower paced work out with just as much fun. Filled with Latin and international music and rhythms, we move to the sounds of Salsa, Merengue, Reggaeton, Cumbia, Samba, Bhangra and more. Build strength, and burn calories! Improve balance and memory–most importantly, have fun! Ditch the workout, join the party, the Zumba® Gold Dance Party! Fee is per class.
DATE
DAY
TIME
May 5–Aug 25*
Fri
9–10 am
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
16x
$9
NONRES.
$10
Instructor: Odile Atthalin Location: Albany Senior Center, South Room Min: 3; Max: 15
*No class Aug 4
Table Tennis Anyone?
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Ages 50–older
Playing table tennis is a great way to benefit both physical and mental health for all ages. This class will be tailored to your skill levels. Instructor will cover basic and advance strokes, rules for single and double games. Students will learn forehand, backhand strokes, service and footwork to make playing table tennis more enjoyable. DATE
DAY
TIME
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
NONRES.
May 25–June 29
Thr
12:45–1:45 pm
6x
$34
$39
Fitness into the Golden Ages: Weight & Balance Training
July 6–Aug 3
Thr
12:45–1:45 pm
5x
$28
$33
Ages 50–older
Min: 2; Max: 8
The Albany Senior Center is partnering with All In One Fitness to present “Fitness into the Golden Ages”. With over 25 years of professional fitness experience, the All In One trainers will help you improve your strength, mobility and balance for enhanced quality of life. With their non-intimidating and gentle approach, they will train you using simple body resistance exercises, exercise tubes and dumbbells, medicine balls and other small apparatus. Come see what training can do for you! Jasmine is the owner and manager of All In One Fitness. Over the past 12 years, she and her partner have established a niche in working with seniors and improving their quality of life through exercise. Advance registration required by: May 5, June 2, June 30 and July 28. ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
NONRES.
Instructor: Lynn Sun, USATT Certified Coach Location: Albany Senior Center, Multi-Use Room
Women’s Traditional Dances for Fun, Exercise & Enlightenment! Ages 50–older
Explore traditional women’s dances from Greece, Bulgaria, Armenia, Macedonia and other Balkan countries where ancient wisdom is still detectable in the folk culture. Simple and repetitive, the dances foster interconnectedness and empower us to be more fully present as women. Accessible to anyone who can walk, a dynamic dance line (the horo) describes circles, crescent moons, spirals, meanders and other earth mandalas to lovely ethnic music. Catherine has been teaching these dances since 1985. Drop in! Beginners and experienced dancers alike are always welcome. Fee is per class.
DATE
DAY
TIME
May 10–May 31
Wed
11–11:45 am
4x
$20
$25
June 7–June 28
Wed
11–11:45 am
4x
$20
$25
DATE
DAY
July 5–July 26
Wed
11–11:45 am
4x
$20
$25
May 3–Aug 30
Wed
Aug 2–Aug 23
Wed
11–11:45 am
4x
$20
$25
Instructor: Ingrid Talmadge Location: Albany Senior Center, South Room
Instructor: Jasmine Buczek, NASM Personal Trainer, Corrective Exercise Specialist Location: All in One Fitness, 614 San Pablo Avenue Min: 5; Max: 10
Min: 4; Max: 25
TIME
9:45–11 am
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
18x
$7
NONRES.
$8
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
DATE
DAY
TIME
May 4–Aug 31
Thur
10:15–11:15 am
18x
$7
NONRES.
$8
Instructor: TBA Location: Albany Senior Center, Multi-Use Room Min: 5; Max: 20
Meditation
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Ages 50–older
Meditation is a practice in which an individual trains the mind or induce a mode of consciousness, either to realize some benefit for the mind or to simply acknowledge its content without becoming identified with that content or as an end in itself. It includes techniques designed to promote relaxation, build internal energy or life force and develop compassion, love, patience, generosity and forgiveness. Fee is per class. DATE
DAY
TIME
May 2–Aug 29*
Tue
4–5 pm
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
16x
$7
NONRES.
$8
Instructor: Allan Jacinto Location: Albany Senior Center, South Room Min: 3; Max: 20
*No class May 30 & July 4
Rosen Method Movement Ages 50–older
Discover the benefits of Rosen Method Movement in this class that provides easy, unhurried movements set to music and designed to improve alignment and flexibility, deepen awareness and may heal or prevent injury due to stress. Attending a one-hour class per week can make a significant difference in your vitality. All abilities welcome. Wear loose and comfortable clothing. Bring your own mat or towel. Fee is per class. DATE
DAY
TIME
May 3–Aug 30
Wed
12:30–1:30 pm
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
18x
$8
NONRES.
$9
Instructor: Helen Morgan & Deborah Marks Location: Albany Senior Center, Multi-Use Room Min: 3; Max: 15
activity guide Summer 2017
Registration: WWW.ALBANYCA.ORG/ONLINEREG OR FORM ON PAGE 68
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boomers & beyond
Rosen Method: Moving Body & Soul
boomers & beyond
Read & Write
Fiction Writing
NE W
Ages 50–older
Whether you're new to writing fiction or want to strengthen your skills, this course will give you a strong foundation for writing stories and/or novels. In-class exercises will be central to the course, along with discussions of plot, voice, and structure. As this is not a workshop, you won't work on other students' manuscripts. The instructor will give your writing considerable attention. Debra Ratner's short stories have appeared in Redbook, The Yale Review, The Southern Review, Hotel Amerika, and several fiction anthologies. As well as being an award-winning fiction writer, she is an experienced writing teacher. DATE
DAY
TIME
June 23–Aug 25
Fri
2–4 pm
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
10x
$85
NONRES.
$90
Instructor: Debra Ratner Location: Albany Senior Center, South Room
Remarkable Voices: Summer
The Lives of Women: Spring
Ages 50–older
Ages 50–older
The Best American Short Stories of 2014, edited by Jennifer Egan, is a rich and provocative collection. We will read the stories out loud and discuss their language and style as well as their plots. This book was published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt as a Mariner Book.
In A Journey With Two Maps, the poet Eavan Boland frankly describes her development as a woman and a poet. She also illuminates the lives of other female poets, such as Denise Levertov and Charlotte Mew, before closing with "Letter to a Young Woman Poet." This is a book of depth and lyricism. (Publisher: Norton.)
DATE
DAY
TIME
June 19–Aug 21
Mon
11:30 am–1:30 pm
10x
Instructor: Debra Ratner Location: Albany Senior Center, Sr/Youth Annex, 842 Masonic Avenue
Mar 31–June 9*
Fri
Min: 4; Max: 30
Min: 4; Max: 30
Memoir Writing
Min: 4; Max: 30
TIME
2–4 pm
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
14x
The language in Alfred Kazin's memoir of his youth, A Walker in the City, achieves a rare degree of sensory richness. Carson McCullers wrote of it, "I was aware of being claimed by an extraordinary work of art..." (Publisher: Harcourt Brace)
Apr 3–June 12*
Mon
11:30 am–1:30 pm
$96
NONRES.
$101
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
10x
$75
10x
$75
NONRES.
$80
Instructor: Debra Ratner Location: Albany Senior Center, South Room *No class on Apr 7
The central character in Neil Bartlett's The Disappearance Boy assists a shady "illusionist" in England just before the Coronation. This clever and appealing novel creates an unusual relationship between the narrator and the reader. (Published by: Bloomsbury USA) DATE
DAY
TIME
Apr 5–June 7
Wed
3–5 pm
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
10x
$75
NONRES.
$80
Instructor: Debra Ratner Location: Albany Senior Center, South Room Min: 4; Max: 30
Reading Novels: Summer ages 50–older
*No class on May 29
Ages 50–older
TIME
2–4 pm
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
ages 50–older
Students read their own writings to the class for its criticism and evaluation. The teacher adds another voice, pointing out basic principles and approaches to effective non-fiction prose. The idea is to make our memoir writing as vivid and effective as it can be so that it will not be filed somewhere in the dark, but will be read and re-read with enjoyment by children, grandchildren, and even by strangers yet unborn. No one is required to read out loud, or to withhold other kinds of writing, which are welcome. We try for a lowpressure, respectful atmosphere in which embarrassing events and deep emotions may be safely exposed. DAY
TIME
Reading Novels: Spring
ages 50–older
Instructor: Bill Hyman Location: Albany Senior Center, South Room
Remarkable Voices: Spring
DAY
$80
DAY
May 22–Aug 28* Mon
DATE
$75
NONRES.
DATE
DATE
Min: 4; Max: 30
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
Amy and Isabelle, Elizabeth Strout's first novel, is an appealing and poignant exploration of a motherdaughter relationship. It was published by Random House as a Vintage Book. DATE
DAY
TIME
June 14–Aug 16
Wed
3–5 pm
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
10x
$75
NONRES.
$80
Instructor: Debra Ratner Location: Albany Senior Center, South Room
NONRES.
Min: 4; Max: 30
$80
Instructor: Debra Ratner Location: Albany Senior Center Min: 4; Max: 30
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*No class on May 29
City of Albany
recreation & community services 510 524-9283
Technology
iPad Partners for Beginners Ages 50–older
Birding Days with Anne
Birds of the Bay Area
Ages 50–older
Ages 50–older
This is a new series of monthly day long birding outings offering the ease and comfort of the Center’s bus service. Each trip will highlight a seasonal hotspot and emphasize finding, identifying and enjoying the birds present. Using the bus will allow for elective rest periods during the day, and a place to eat our brown bag lunches brought from home (if there isn’t a better place) and to use a microphone to discuss our observations. Long hikes are not included! We will walk distances up to a mile slowly on paved paths or fire roads. No birding experience is required, but you must have binoculars for maximum enjoyment of the outing! Photographers welcome. A system of notification for weather cancellations will be developed.
The Bay Area is full of beautiful parks and shorelines, and the diversity of birdlife is amazing. Some of the best birding in North America is found locally. With a little practice, most birds can be identified! Winter is a wonderful time to see large flocks of shorebirds and waterfowl of many sorts, all here only at this time of year. Spring brings the opportunity to observe breeding behavior, birdsong, and identify birds only here in the warm season. Your travels in the wilds—or in your own backyard —will be much more memorable with your new birding skills. Each class series is a 5-week introduction to the Birds of the Bay Area, with 5 classroom sessions and 5 field trips. In the field the instructor will point out techniques of bird observation and identification. Classes will focus on binocular use, field guides, checklists, information about bird families, and review of species seen during field trips. In Spring: classroom days are Thursdays (April 20, 27 and May 4, 11, 18) and field trip days are Mondays (April 24, May 1, 8, 15, 22) (Bus to the field trips will leave Albany Senior Center at 8:30 AM.). Note: you will need binoculars for the field trips, but they aren’t necessary for the first classroom meeting. Anne Hoff, the enthusiastic instructor, is certified as a Master Birder by the California Academy of Science and Golden Gate Audubon. She has been teaching bird watching in the Bay Area for 10 years and leading Audubon field trips for longer, and has taught many fledgling birders over the years.
April: Garin Regional Park, Hayward It’s finally spring and we’re off to Anne’s absolute favorite location to take birders this season because the birds are so accessible. As we stroll along the path and lawn, we’ll hear birdsong everywhere. Courtship and mating is in full swing in the bird world, and brings us warblers, flycatchers, orioles, and other tiny singers as they begin their nests and defend their territories. Woodpeckers are busy getting their nests ready and raptors may already have young. Garin is a great place to sit for a while at the edge of the pond or the fields and just look and listen. Depending on conditions, we may also visit another location: surprise! DATE
DAY
TIME
April 28
Fri
8:30 am–4:30 pm
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
1x
Instructor: Anne Hoff Location: Albany Senior Center Min: 10; Max: 18
$44
NONRES.
$49
DATE
Apr 20–May 22
DAY
Mon Thur
TIME
9 am–noon 10:30–noon
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
5x
$85
Calling all computer newbies! We are continuing a drop-in weekly support group for those who are newer users of iPads or other touch screen devices, and who ideally have very little or no previous technology experience. Join-in and be prepared to learn and practice in partnership with others just like you. We will focus on getting around on our devices, learning and reviewing basics and useful skills, practice the how-to's of email and internet and share both fun and problem-solving apps. Bring your touch screen device or use one of ours at any class. Fee is per class. DATE
DAY
May 3–Aug 30
Wed
TIME
2:10–2:55 pm
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
18x
$1
NONRES.
$1
Instructor: Mary McKenna Location: Albany Senior Center, South Room Min: 4; Max: 35
NONRES.
$90
5x
Instructor: Anne Hoff Location: Albany Senior Center Min: 10; Max: 20
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boomers & beyond
Birding
boomers & beyond
AARP’s 55 Alive Mature Driving
Special Interest
The Craft of Seeing: Fine Art Photography Techniques
Ages 50–older
This class provides awareness of aging as it affects driving. It offers participants compensating techniques, and emphasizes defensive practices for drivers age 50 and older. Participants must take both classes to receive their Certificate of Completion, which entitles drivers, 50 and older, to a discount for three years on their auto insurance. June class is refresher course for those who have taken the eighthour course within the last four years Fee for this class is $15 for AARP Members, $20 for Non-Members. Check or money order only (No cash), payable to: AARP. AARP members bring membership number.
Ages 50–older
This course is for intermediate photographers looking to take their artistry to the next level. We will study the manual controls of the DSLR camera, including shutter speed, aperture, and ISO. We will review equipment such as lenses, filters, and flash in order to achieve artistic effects in-camera such as bokeh, silhouettes, zoom burst, multiple exposures, and motion photography. Please bring your camera to every class session, as class time will include demos and opportunities to practice new skills. DATE
DAY
May 26–June 30
Fri
TIME
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
Noon–2 pm
6x
$140
NONRES.
$145
Instructor: Becky Jaffe Location: Albany Senior Center, South Room
DATE
DAY
May 4–May 11 June 14
AAPR MEM.
NONMEM.
2x
$15
$20
1x
$15
$20
TIME
MEETS
Thur
1–5 pm
Wed
1–5:30 pm
Instructor: Alice Meyers Location: Albany Senior Center, South Room Min: 10; Max: 20
World Affairs & Politics Ages 50–older
This is an open group discussion of world affairs and politics, both local and international. Fee is per class. DATE
Min: 8; Max: 20
DAY
TIME
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
Apr 10–June 19* Mon
9:45–11:15 am
10x
$4
$5
June 26–Aug 28
9:45–11:15 am
10x
$4
$5
Mon
Min: 12; Max: 35
*No class on May 29
Ages 50–older
The class will explore what it means to see deeply and look attentively. The field of photography will be viewed through multiple lenses: as a fine art form, a short storytelling medium and a contemplative practice. This class is for experienced photographers working to take their artistry to the next level and will culminate in a group exhibition. DAY
May 24–June 28
Wed
TIME
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
11:30 am–2 pm
NONRES.
Instructor: Constance Cole Location: Albany Senior Center, South Room
The Art of Seeing: Fine Art Photography
DATE
Flower Drawing and Painting Workshop
6x
$174
NE W
Ages 50–older
In this intensive drawing and watercolor class for beginners and more advanced painters, students will be shown the instructor's special method for visualizing and making a botanical still-life composition. Working from live flowers, a variety of very specific drawing and watercolor techniques will be taught, which a student/artist could use later on other subject matter such as landscapes, painting from photos, or abstracts or a teacher could use with students. Beginning at first class, students select a flower from the variety that the instructor provides, set it up, learn to make a viewfinder and use it to quickly plan basics of a composition, sketch line drawings on newsprint with charcoal, shade one, and transfer that drawing outline to heavy watercolor paper which will frame up to 16 x 20. Very advanced students may draw directly on watercolor paper. Next, with small exercises, we learn basics of handling watercolor paints and color mixing, begin painting and complete that first painting over the next week or two. This will be repeated with other techniques in the same size format or with several smaller ones. Students will also learn the instructor’s special economical method for accomplishing top quality matting/framing. Advanced students can work independently in the media of their choice with the instructor providing guidance and ideas for development of their work. Bring your own brushes and paint. Many other materials (flowers, newsprint, charcoal, heavy Arches watercolor paper, lift-off fluid, graphite transfer tissue and more) will be provided. materials fee of $15 payable to instructor. The instructor will contact you prior to class to discuss supplies. Some of the instructor’s over 40 years of work observing and painting from flowers can be seen on her website. $15 material fee paid to instructor. DATE
DAY
June 6–July 25*
Tue
TIME
Noon–3 pm
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
7x
$129
NONRES.
$134
Instructor: Stephanie Scott, www.StephanieScottArtist.com, (925)256-4093, StephaniePaints@yahoo.com Location: Albany Senior Center, Multi-Use Room
NONRES.
$179
Min: 4; Max: 20
Instructor: Becky Jaffe Location: Albany Senior Center, South Room
*No class on July 4
Min: 8; Max: 20
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A Guided tour of the Golden Gate Bridge & Lunch in Sausalito
Ages 50–older
Ages 50–older
Trip includes: Transportation, admission, Turf Club admission and buffet, racing form and Meet the Jockey.
Trip includes: Transportation and guided tour. Lunch on your own in Sausalito.
DATE
DAY
May 25
Thur
TIME
11 am–4 pm
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
1x
NONRES.
$39
DATE
DAY
July 20
Thur
TIME
9 am–5 pm
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
1x
Travel Troupe
Travel
Golden Gate Fields: A Day at the Races in the Turf Club
NONRES.
$24
$29
Min: 12; Max: 21
$44
Min: 12; Max: 21
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.
San Francisco Museum of Modern Art: Matisse & Diebenkorn Trip includes: Transportation and docent led tour. Lunch on your own. DATE
DAY
May 8
Mon
TIME
9:30 am–3 pm
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
1x
$63
Trip includes: Transportation and guided tour. Lunch on your own at the Embarcadero. DATE
DAY
June 7
Thur
TIME
9 am–4 pm
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
1x
NONRES.
$38
DATE
DAY
TIME
June 13
Tue
10 am–3 pm
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
NONRES.
$24
$29
1x
$34
DATE
DAY
July 31
Mon
TIME
9 am–5 pm
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
1x
NONRES.
$24
$29
$39
Hidden Gems in San Francisco
$67
Trip includes: Transportation professionally led tour. Lunch on your own at local restaurants.
Ages 50–older
DATE
DAY
Trip includes: Transportation and admission. Lunch and exploring on your own.
August 10
Thur
Trip includes: Transportation, parade and festival
1x
$24
An Evening with Janis Joplin at the Geary Theater in San Francisco
Min: 12; Max: 21
8:30 am–4 pm
1x
Min: 12; Max: 21
NONRES.
DAY
Sat
9 am–6 pm
NONRES.
Trip includes: Transportation. Gaming and lunch on your own.
Trip includes: Transportation and admission. Lunch on your own.
Wed
Min: 12; Max: 21
Fri
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
Ages 50–older
Ages 50–older
June 28
May 20
July 28
TIME
$44
Academy of Art Historic Display of Vintage Automobiles
DATE
TIME
DAY
Gambling Adventure to Graton Casino
Ages 50–older
DAY
DATE
Min: 12; Max: 21
Min: 12; Max: 21
Santa Rosa Rose Parade & Festival
DATE
Trip includes: Transportation and admission. Exploring and lunch on your own.
Ages 50–older
Min: 12; Max: 21
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
Ages 50–older
Ages 50–older
Min: 12; Max: 21
Ages 50–older
California State Fair
Trolley Car Tour of San Francisco’s “J Line”
NONRES.
$29
TIME
11 am–6 pm
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
1x
9 am–3:30 pm
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
1x
NONRES.
$24
$29
Min: 12; Max: 21
NONRES.
$67
TIME
Budweiser Brewery Tour
$72
Ages 50–older
Roaring Camp Beach Train to Santa Cruz
Trip includes: Transportation, tour. Lunch on your own.
Ages 50–older
DATE
DAY
August 16
Wed
Trip includes: Transportation and train admission. Lunch on your own Santa Cruz. DATE
DAY
July 5
Wed
Min: 12; Max: 21
TIME
8 am–5 pm
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
1x
$49
TIME
9:30 am–3 pm
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
1x
$24
NONRES.
$29
Min: 12; Max: 21
NONRES.
$54
Old St. Mary’s Cathedral Concert Ages 50–older
Trip includes: Transportation and guided tour. Lunch on your own at SF's legendary restaurant, Tommy’s Joint. DATE
DAY
August 22
Tue
TIME
11 am–3:30 pm
Min: 12; Max: 21
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ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
1x
$24
NONRES.
$29
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Lunch Troupe
Drake’s Dealership Ages 50–older
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.
Trip includes transportation. Exploring, shopping and lunch are on your own. DATE
DAY
April 13
Thur
TIME
11 am–3 pm
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
1x
$19
NONRES.
$24
Min: 12; Max: 21
Half Moon Bay Ages 50–older
Trip includes transportation. Exploring and lunch are on your own. DATE
DAY
May 4
Thur
TIME
10 am–4 pm
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
1x
$24
NONRES.
$29
Min: 12; Max: 21
Downtown Pleasanton Ages 50–older
Trip includes transportation. Exploring, shopping and lunch are on your own.
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DATE
DAY
June 1
Thur
TIME
10 am–3 pm
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
1x
$24
NONRES.
$29
Min: 12; Max: 21
Main Street Walnut Creek Ages 50–older
Trip includes transportation. Exploring, shopping and lunch are on your own. DATE
DAY
July 10
Mon
TIME
11 am–3 pm
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
1x
$19
NONRES.
$24
Min: 12; Max: 21
Treasure Island "5 Star" Luncheon Ages 50–older
Trip includes transportation. Exploring, shopping and lunch are on your own. DATE
DAY
August 3
Thur
Min: 12; Max: 21
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TIME
11 am–3 pm
ALBANY MEETS RESIDENT
1x
$39
NONRES.
$44
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Extended Vacations
Senior Travel Troupe Extended Vacations We are excited to announce our extended vacations 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.
SPECIAL PRESENTATION: SENIOR TRAVEL TROUPE 2017 SCHEDULE
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Great Trains & Grand Canyons
Great Canadian Cities
Ages 50–older
Ages 50–older
6 Days: May 7, 2017
9 Days: June 7, 2017
Trip Includes: Round-trip airfare, hotel, ground transfers, 8 Meals (5 breakfasts, 3 dinners), motorcoach transportation on tours, admissions per itinerary, sightseeing per itinerary, hotel transfers, baggage handling.
Trip Includes: Round-trip airfare, hotel, ground transfers, 11 Meals (8 breakfasts, 3 dinners), motorcoach transportation on tours, admissions per itinerary, sightseeing per itinerary, hotel transfers, baggage handling.
Cost: $2125 per person, double occupancy; $650 single supplement. Deposit: $300 per person. Final payment due March 1, 2017.
Cost: $3095 per person, double occupancy; $900 single supplement. Deposit: $300 per person. Final payment due April 7, 2017.
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.
Friday, April 28, 2017 • 1 pm • Free Senior Center
• Great Canadian Cities (June)
Want to learn more about our Extended Vacations for 2017? Come see our exciting lineup from Premier World Discovery.
• Discover Thailand (October)
• New England Rails & Trails (October) • Country Roads of Tuscany (November) • Vienna & Holiday Markets River Cruise (December)
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Lunch Troupe
Friends of Albany Seniors
Fundraisers
to support the Albany Senior Center
Pre-Independence Day Picnic Celebration Join us for a cook-out sponsored by the Friends of Albany Seniors to celebrate our nation’s birthday. Enjoy patriotic music, BBQ chicken dinner, with pasta, vegetables and dessert. Proceeds go to support the Senior Center.
White Elephant & Bake Sale! Enjoy an evening of entertainment and a delicious BBQ chicken dinner prepared by the Albany Lions Club. Saturday, August 26 5–7:30 pm
The Friends of the Albany Senior Center invite you to find great bargains at this yearly fundraiser. There will be toys, jewelry, books, baked goods and more!
Saturday, July 1 • 5–7 pm $7 Adults/$5 Children under 6 ($8/$6 if purchased after June 23) Call to reserve a dinner.
$11 Adults, $5 Children under 6 ($12/$6 if purchased after Aug 7)
Now accepting items! Electronics, typewriters, clothing or furniture will be not be accepted.
Senior Center Backyard Garden 842 Masonic Avenue, Albany
Albany Community Center 1249 Marin Ave., Albany
Albany Senior Center 846 Masonic Avenue, Albany
Saturday, April 29 • 9 am–2 pm
C e l e b r a t e Old e r A m e r i c a n s M o n t h : “ A g e o u t L o u d ” Sumi-e (Japanese Brush Painting) Art Show & Reception
Mother's Day Dinner
Monday, May 3 • Noon • Free
We’re celebrating and recognizing all mothers at this wonderful event. Enjoy a catered meal in our decorated dining room while being entertained, pampered, and appreciated. Don’t miss out on Zion Lee’s Lollapalooza Give-A-Way.
Join our Japanese Brush Painting/Sumi-e class as they display their magnificent masterpieces. Refreshments will be served. Brews & Brushes Thursday, May 11 • Noon–3 pm • $10 Create a masterpiece of your own in just a few short hours. No painting experience needed. Take home and display your very own, created by you, artwork. Paint Nite staff will be on hand to assist you in every step. Enjoy the company of others while creating, enjoying tasty appetizers with refreshing local microbrews! Space is limited so sign up quickly.
Friday, May 12 • 4 pm • $4 (Suggested donation for 60 yrs & older)
free 3-Part Advanced directive Training: Empathy Training
Dinner Cinema
Tuesday, May 16 • 10:30 am–1 pm • Free Make a positive difference in your life, adopt a more empathetic and empowered approach towards discussing advanced health care.
Friday, May 19 • 4 pm • $4 (Suggested donation for 60 yrs & older)
Conversation Training
Enjoy a delicious, nutritious meal in our dining room and then stay for the showing of “Singing in the Rain”. This classic stars Gene Kelly, Donald O’Connor & Debbie Reynolds.
Tuesday, May 23 • 10:30 am–1 pm • Free Learn ways to share your wisdom, culture, and experience, by expressing your health care wishes with your family, friends, and loved ones.
Pot Luck Trivia Bee Wednesday, May 31 • Noon • Free Enjoy a pot luck lunch and find out who will be our newly crowned Albany Senior Center Trivia Bee Champion. Test your knowledge in this fun event while enjoying home-made
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Document Training Tuesday, May 30 • 10:30 am–1 pm • Free Document your health care wishes and become better prepared to help your doctor create a perfect health care plan for you.
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