Dear Friends,
A short check-in to wish everyone happy fall days and long walks in the woods, whether they are Avery Woods or otherwise. Albemarle is still in full swing for a range of sports, although athletes, walkers, students and everyone else are occasionally reshuffling to support the construction of the new Gath Pool.
Gath Pool
We were honored to be part of the pool’s groundbreaking ceremony in September, and excited to see so much progress being made every day in the demolition and development (even though it’s bittersweet to say goodbye to a pool we loved so much). Some pictures: https://friendsofalbemarle.wordpress.com/2023/09/28/gath-pool-groundbreaking
Election
It’s also election season, and after ten years of steadfast support from Emily Norton, Albemarle will get a new ward councilor. While we don’t endorse any particular candidate, we asked both candidates for Ward 2 the same question about the future of Albemarle. The responses received are here. Only those who live in Ward 2 can vote for this seat.
Whomever you choose – please vote! Democracy requires our participation.
Traffic
Plenty of future work is slated for the Albemarle area, and a seperate update will go out on traffic safety projects once we get more dates and timelines. In the short term, we’re happy to see stop signs installed at the intersection of Eliot and Watertown St., as road safety in the wider area of Albemarle is crucial to the safety of all park users.
Donate to FOA
Finally, please remember that Friends of Albemarle is accepting donations. We are a certified 501c3 nonprofit organization and put all current donations toward our operating expenses.
Easy new way to donate – through our new Venmo account: @FriendsofAlbemarle – check it out here.
You can send us a check or donate by credit card – details here on our site!
Field of Dreams – $500 and up
Make a Splash – $250
Mighty Oak – $100
Friend – Any Amount
Back to Gath Pool
For now, enjoy this view from Albemarle, which has drama, intrigue, shock, excitement, hope, passion and vision all in one (OK, OK, it’s just the demolition…but it’s pretty amazing what we can all do together!):
Friends of Albemarle 
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