On Monday, June 3rd, the Albany City Council issued Proclamation No. 2024-12 in recognition of LGBTQIA+ Pride Month and to announce that the Progress Pride Flag shall be flown June 1-30 at Albany City Hall, the Albany Community Center, and the "Torch", located at Solano Ave and Key Route Blvd. | |
OCEAN VIEW PICKLEBALL AND TENNIS COURT OPENING | |
The pickleball court conversion project is nearing completion, and the new courts are scheduled to open next week. Join the community in celebration of these fabulous new courts! There will be refreshments and give-a-ways Flyer.
Sign up for our eNotification so you can be the first to reserve these courts. Notifications will go out once we have court completion date.
Grand Opening Celebration
Date: Tuesday, June 11th
Time: 3:30-4:30 PM
Location: Ocean View Park, 900 Buchanan Street
This Parks, Recreation & Open Space Master Plan project is made possible through the Proposition 68 Per Capita Grant Program and Measure M – Parks & Open Space Parcel Tax.
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CALL FOR ARTISTS - TWO ART PROGRAMS | |
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Albany Mural Project
The submission window has been extended to Thursday, June 20 at 4 PM
The City of Albany has released a Call for Artists for the inaugural installation of the Albany Murals Project: murals on four columns supporting the BART tracks on the Ohlone Greenway. Applications are welcome from individuals as well as teams, collectives, and collaborators. The theme is "Gateways."
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Albany Community Center Foyer Art Gallery
The Albany Arts Committee sponsors 4 art shows per year and the exhibits run for approximately 3 months. The Gallery has played host to wonderful & talented artists from Albany and neighboring cities.
To be considered for a 2025 show, complete and submit the Foyer Art Gallery Exhibit Application with the requested documents and images of your work.
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2024-2025 FRIENDSHIP CLUB AFTERSCHOOL SIGN-UPS | |
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Friendship Club is an after-school recreation program for school aged children in 1st through 5th grades. Children will have the opportunity to enjoy arts, science, tinkering, engineering, outside play, and homework time. Learn more about our program HERE.
Apply today! Applications are available on our Friendship Club website HERE!
If you have any questions about Friendship Club, contact us at FriendshipClub@albanyca.org or 1(510) 559-7220
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SAVE THE DATE: BOHÈME OUT OF THE BOX, JUNE 27 | |
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Date: Thursday, June 27
Time: 1 PM (First Act Workshop for families starts at 12:15 PM)
Location: Solano Avenue at Evelyn Avenue
San Francisco Opera is taking opera out of the Opera House and bringing it to Solano Ave in Albany on a shipping-container-turned-stage. On June 27 at 1pm, audiences will be able to enjoy a one-hour version of Puccini’s famous La Bohème performed live in Italian with English narration and keyboard accompaniment. Support Albany businesses and grab your lunch from one of the fabulous restaurants nearby and enjoy this free lunchtime performance, which will bring powerful emotions and soaring arias in a relaxed, intimate environment.
Families with young children are invited to participate in a free First Act Workshop 45 minutes before showtime at all performances of Bohème Out of the Box. Explore Puccini’s La Bohème and get to know the passionate artists in the story. Bring along a favorite stuffed-animal friend and dance to “Musetta’s Waltz,” one of the most famous melodies in all of opera.
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July 4, 2024 from 11 AM-3 PM
Location: Memorial Park
Address: 1325 Portland Avenue
Join us for a 4th of July celebration in the park. There will be live music, delicious food trucks, kids activities, bike parking and a city information booth. This event is FREE!
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NATIONAL NIGHT OUT 2024, AUGUST 6 | |
Register Now for a Free Block Party
National Night Out (NNO), which will be held this year on August 6th, is the nation's night out against crime. Residents are encouraged to join with their neighbors to have a neighborhood block party, ice cream social or other outdoor event to build neighborhood spirit and unity - which is the first defense against crime. Research shows that when neighbors know each other and look out for each other crime goes down.
To find out more and complete the NNO Registration Form for a block party street closure, click the button below.
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BEST PRACTICES FOR SIDEWALK ACCESSIBILITY | |
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As we all enjoy the mild weather and do our best to get outside and move, it’s more important than ever to keep sidewalks clear. Whether walking or rolling, we want our community to have safe access on our City streets.
As a reminder to residents, encroachment of private landscaping onto sidewalks inhibits safe access for all. Please trim vegetation so it does not impede movement or make passage unsafe on our narrow sidewalks. The City arborist is a valuable resource for questions regarding effective tree pruning and other tree care.
More information about the City’s sidewalk repair program can be found here. Thank you for your part in keeping our City safe, accessible, and beautiful for all.
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APPLY FOR ADVISORY BODY VACANCIES | |
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Apply for vacancies on the following advisory bodies:
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Arts Committee - The Committee advises the City Council on cultural and artistic matters within the City including the acquisition and placement of public art. The Committee adheres to the Public Arts Master Plan, the Art in Public Places Ordinance and the Public Arts Project Plan in order to support, develop and promote art in Albany and increase the economic vitality of the City.
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Climate Action Committee - The Committee serves as a technical advisory committee regarding matters related to climate action and advises the Council on matters related to reducing greenhouse gases; and adapting to climate change.
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Racial Inclusivity & Social Equity Commission - The Commission advises the City Council on the citywide priorities of equity, diversity, accountability and inclusivity to address the broad spectrum of intersectional issues across race and social equity within the City of Albany.
If interested, please complete an online application (and a supplemental questionnaire for the Housing Advisory Commission) or contact the Albany City Clerk Office at 1(510) 528-5710 for more information.
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ENERGY UPGRADES & EV CHARGING, JUNE 11 | |
Energy Upgrades and EV Charging for Multifamily Buildings
Date: June 11, 2024
Time: 7-8:30 PM
Location: Albany Community Center (1249 Marin Ave)
Does your building need energy efficiency upgrades or new appliances? Are you interested in EV Charging? Come learn about opportunities for incentive funding and technical assistance to improve your building!
Representatives from the BayREN BAMBE program will explain how to access free consultations and funding for a wide range of building improvements. Then, City of Albany staff will discuss electric vehicle charging and possibilities for a City-funded incentive program. We will also be seeking your input about what kind of program would best serve your needs! Join us to learn, connect with resources, and share!
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ALAMEDA COUNTY ARTS LEADERSHIP AWARDS 2024 | |
Community Members are Invited to Submit Nominations
The Alameda County Arts Leadership Awards Program is an excellent way to celebrate someone who deserves to be recognized for their important work in the Alameda County arts community. You must be an Alameda County resident to submit a nomination. The nomination deadline is Wednesday, June 12.
To view the online submission form, read the nomination instructions, and see a list of past award recipients, please visit: arts.acgov.org/arts-leadership-award-program.
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SUMMER ON SOLANO, JUNE 15 | |
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On Solano Avenue (in Albany and Berkeley)
Date: Saturday, June 15, 2024
Time: 12-5 PM
The Solano Avenue Association invites you to come see what makes Solano Avenue a wonderful place.
This seasonal program showcases live music, entertainment, activities, and specials offered by businesses along Solano Avenue. These events span the one-mile stretch from The Alameda to San Pablo Avenue, encompassing Berkeley and Albany. Additionally, our program invites outside vendors, including government and non-profit agencies, and may feature carefully curated works from regional artisans, jewelers, and makers.
Please come visit the unique and popular professional services, restaurants, and shops on Solano Avenue.
Solano Avenue will remain open to vehicle traffic (not a closed-street festival like the Stroll) and the program is rain or shine.
All of the Solano Avenue Association's public events are family friendly, FREE and wheelchair accessible.
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