Albany Disability Squad's Family Support Group

Please join us for the next meeting of the Albany Disability Squad's Family Support Group* Wednesday, January 21, 7–8 pm and the third Wednesday of upcoming months. So much of our time, energy and heart goes toward supporting our kid(s)! It can be rewarding but also exhausting, overwhelming, and lonely. This drop-in group provides peer support to each other in our frustrations and triumphs. Join the Zoom Meeting at this link or dial by your location: (408) 638-0968, Meeting ID: 886 0018 4968, Passcode: 798604. *This is a peer-to-peer support group for caregivers and not professional group counseling.

Raising Healthy Gamers: What Parents Need to Know
Led by Reichi Lee of Healthfully, this research-based workshop will help parents better understand kids’ gaming behavior and learn practical strategies to support healthy, balanced gaming habits at home. Wednesday, January 22, 6:15–7:45pm, Ocean View Elementary – Multipurpose Room. Pizza and childcare will be provided (childcare is limited, so please RSVP). RSVP here so we know how much pizza to order and can plan for childcare. Hosted by the Cornell, Marin & Ocean View PTA Boards.

Active Transportation and Watershed Management Expo

The City of Albany is holding an Expo on  Thursday, January 22, 5:30-7:30pm at the Albany Community Center, 1249 Marin Avenue. The Expo is an opportunity for community members to provide feedback on the Active Transportation Plan and the Watershed Management Plan. The Active Transportation Plan outlines opportunities to improve the City’s future bicycle and pedestrian networks. At the Expo, review draft active transportation projects and help set project and policy priorities. The Watershed Management Plan studies storm-related water flows and identifies best management practices. The Expo offers the chance to help identify existing stormwater management issues.

Albany Berkeley Soccer Club (ABSC) Spring Registration Is Open

Register now at abscsoccer.org for the spring season. Boys and girls of all skill levels are welcome!

RISE Climate Solutions Student Campaign

RISE is a four-month program running January through May 2026 for student teams to use free resources to identify local environmental issues and launch real-world solutions with support from Grades of Green expert staff. Learn more at https://tinyurl.com/riseclimatesolutions. Register by January 31.

Voices of Music Voice and Recorder Classes

Voices of Music is offering two kinds of music classes starting on January 14, 2026:

Wednesdays after school, Albany students in grades 2–5 are invited to learn to play the recorder, begin to read music, play rhythm games, and play songs from many countries around the world. Small class sizes allow for individual attention and foster ensemble skills. The teacher is Greta Haug-Hryciw. Singing classes are offered for students in grades 3–8, by Tim Silva. The children will learn how our voices work with the songs we sing, and they will begin to read music, sing, play, and have fun together! No prior musical experience is necessary for either class. See the flyer for more information.

Volunteer At The Gill Tract Farm

On January 19, MLK Day of Service, join us at the Gill Tract Farm. Come join us on the land to prepare the Farm for spring planting. No experience is necessary, tools will be provided. Free lunch! (vegan soup and bread)  If you are under 18, please bring a waiver form signed by your adult caretaker. RSVP here. Please plan to attend the entire time, from 11am–2pm. Gill Tract Farm, 1050 San Pablo Ave.