Albany Friends of Opal's Park

AFOOP Mother’s Day Chill-Out – 2009

What: AFOOP Mother’s Day Chill-Out – 2009
When: Sunday, May 10 from 10am – 1pm
Where: The Skinner’s house at 1106 Cornell Avenue,
Who: Moms (only)
Why: Because moms make the world go round

All moms are invited to the annual AFOOP Mother’s Day Chill-Out at the Skinners on Mother’s Day. This is designed as a opportunity to give moms some private peace where they can revel in their fanasticness together. Leave all your troubles behind and enjoy the great weather along with some much needed peace and quiet.

Note: This is a pot luck so if the support staff (partners/children) wish to bring something (not required), please make sure it is delivered by 9:30am. Unless you plan to pose for nude drawings (Art?) or serve drinks wearing nothing but a Tuxedo jacket and Speedos (David?), no male energy is allowed.

The McKnight support staff is planing to go to Lake Anza with as many children as they can stuff in their car. Dads (not moms!) please let them know if you plan to join or would like them to take your angels.

Halloween 2008

A bunch of us went to the garage under the Kobelin’s and recorded our screams. Below you will find a 35 minute MP3 of them mixed in with some great background sounds from Martha Stewart.

Enjoy =)

The Dartmouth Street Nutz – Halloween on Dartmouth Street 2008

AFOOP Block Party 2008 Pix

“Hey! He’s one of those guys in the Wanted Poster!”

Check out 133 pictures from yet another fantastic AFOOP Block Party!

Click to see a photo gallery of party =)

AFOOP Block Party 2008

Thank you to everyone who made it happen =)

Download All Block Party 2008 Pictures (360 images – 930mb!)

Val Bennett – The Russians Are Coming (Take Five)

AFOOP Block Party 2008

Saturday August 9, 2008
Noon – 8 p.m + after party
Dartmouth Street, Albany 94706
(between Talbot & Cornell)

Potluck (bring something to share)
Beer & Spirits (2 kegs provided – please bring lubricants =)
BBQ (grills provided)
Jumpy House (noon-6pm)
Cardboard Castle (help make the maze)
Water Play (bring a change of clothes)
Kids Games (fun for all ages)
Live Music (bands from around the world)
Kids Talent Show (45 minutes of fun)
Dancing (leave your inhibitions at home)

Post-Party Kids Movie Night
Post-Party Adult Fire Pit

Please Provide Your Own Cups, Plates & Utensils

Bring your friends! All ages welcome.

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Block Party Pix
More Block Party Pix
Even More Block Party Pix

A Brief History Of AFOOP

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Please join us for our 5th annual block party! As per usual, we will be closing the street early and opening it back up as late as possible. This year we are trying to push the limits by having a movie night with babysitters for the children while the adults hang around the fire pit across the street.

Please check out the pix from last year for an idea of the fun in store. Every year we amp it up a bit more and this year will be no exception. Come early, stay late. Bring your friends and be ready for the party of the summer!

Pirate Ship Birthday Cake

Here is a pix of Nathan’s Pirate ship Birthday cake!

Nathan’s Pirate Ship Birthday Cake
Click to see full image

Goulash

Ingredients

1.5 lb beef stew
1 yellow onion
2 gooses of garlic (or use garlic salt instead or regular salt)
2 tb spoons tomato paste
1 tb sp of flower
1 tb sp of paprika
1 tb sp of oil
Two bay leaves
Salt and pepper

Preparation

Heat a thick pot for a couple of minutes in medium, cast iron is the best. Add oil, then coarsely chopped onion (it’ll melt away anyway you cut it). Add paprika and stir. Let it cook for a couple of minutes. Stir again. Add meat and let cook for a couple of minutes. Stir again and add bay leaves and some salt.

Pour a cup of water, cover and cook on low.

Go to the park and socialize.

Run back when you realize more than an hour has elapsed. If it is not completely burnt, add the tomato paste and stir. Mix flower in some water (or red wine if you are feeling fancy or have some left over) (Use little water if there is a lot of juice left in the pot, more if it has dried out) and add to the stew while stirring.

Add pepper and more salt if needed.

Great over rice, pasta, potatoes, veggies, etc. Before washing the pot, you can wipe it with a piece of rustic sweet baguette from Acme, it conserves water.

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Yoga for Kids

Yoga for kids ages 5–12

This is a yoga class just for kids. We will explore a variety of traditional yoga poses with creativity and a playful attitude. Kids will improve their coordination, balance, flexibility and strength. They will also learn some basic breathing techniques to increase concentration and relaxation.

Yoga mats are provided.
Wear comfortable clothes and bare feet.
$10 discount for siblings.

Dates, Day, Time, Meets, Price

Jan 9–Mar 5*
Wed 2:15–2:45 pm
Meets 8 times
$56 (Albany residents) $66 (non-res.)

Mar 12–May 14*
Wed 2:15–2:45 pm
Meets 8 times
$56 (Albany residents) $66 (non-res.)

Instructor: Sheri Spellwoman
Location: Albany Community Center, Room 1 & 2
Min: 5; Max: 20

*No class on Feb 20, Apr 9 or Apr 30.