Saturday
Feb 23

Animal Care Trainee
Ages 8-12

Would you like to help us care for APEC's animals? This program teaches children about the interesting job of an animal caretaker.
Children will have hands-on experience in feeding, brushing, cleaning and learning all about the needs of APEC's animals.

Snack and animal care trainee certificate included!

Limited to 8 participants.

TIME: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM FEE: $15 Members, $21 Non-Members

Pet Show
Ages 5-6

What happens when a boy brings a very unusual pet to a pet show? We will read Ezra Jack Keats’ funny story and have a pet show of our own with our own stuffed animals. This program includes games, songs, a snack, a craft, live animals and a nature walk (weather permitting)

Participants must be toilet trained.

Limited to 12 participants

TIME: 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM FEE: $15 Members, $21 Non-Members

Sunday
Mar 3

APEC Adventure Hour – March into Spring
Ages 18 mos. – 36 mos. (parental participation)

Please bring your little one and join us for a day of fun in the “snow”. Even if there is no snow outside, we will have our own pretend snow inside. Make your own silly snowperson. This program includes games, songs, a snack, a craft, live animals and a nature walk (weather permitting).

No non participating siblings except for infants in infant seats.

Limited to 8 parent/child pairs.

Time: 1:30 PM – 2:45 PM Fee: $10 Members, $16 Non-Members

Saturday
Mar 9

Young Chefs – Granola, Yogurt & Fruit Parfaits
Ages 7 – 12

APEC’s Young Chefs will make homemade Nutty Granola and then create spectacular Fresh Fruit, Granola & Yogurt Parfaits.

All materials included.

Limited to 8 participants.

Time: 10:30-12:00 Fee: $18 Members, $24 Non-Members

Native Americans
Ages 3-4

Who lived here before we did? What did they eat? What kind of houses did they live in? What kind of games did their children play?

The children will learn about the original inhabitants of Queens, the Native Americans.
We will see and touch actual artifacts. This program includes games, songs, a snack, a craft, live animals and a nature walk (weather permitting).

Participants must be toilet trained.

Limited to 12 participants.

Time: 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM Fee: $15 Members, $21 Non Members

Sunday
Mar 10

Young Discoverers Club – Global Warming
Ages 8-12

What is global warming and who is causing it? These are some of the things we will explore in this program. Students will discuss the evidence for global warming and carry out experiments that explore the impacts of global warming on the earth. Calling all scientists!!

Put on your thinking caps and join us as we answer important environmental questions with fun and easy experiments. Learn about your environment through studies and tests, some can be done with simple household supplies.

Limited to 8 participants. Snack included.

TIME: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM FEE: $18 Members, $24 Non-Members

Sunday
Mar 17

Winter Fan Club – The Gingerbread Man
Ages 3 - 4

This season features wonderful stories about winter. Experiences include dramatic play, movement games, meeting live animals and crafts that relate to these fantastic stories!

We will take a walk, weather permitting.

Participants must be toilet trained.

Limited to 10 participants.

TIME: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM FEE: $12 Members, $18 Non-Members

Novels in Nature – Weather
Ages: 5-6, 7-9

Join us as we listen to a nature related story followed by craft/activity time. Enjoy a snack, meet an animal and take a trail walk (weather permitting).

Limited to 10 participants.

TIME: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM FEE: $12 Members, $18 Non-Members
Each Session: $12M/$18NM

Saturday
Mar 23

Native Americans
Ages 5-6

Who lived here before we did? What did they eat? What kind of houses did they live in? What kind of games did their children play?

The children will learn about the original inhabitants of Queens, the Native Americans.
We will see and touch actual artifacts. This program includes games, songs, a snack, a craft, live animals and a nature walk (weather permitting).

Participants must be toilet trained.

Limited to 12 participants.

Time: 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM Fee: $15 Members, $21 Non Members

Sunday
Mar 24

Animal Care Trainee
Ages 8-12

Would you like to help us care for APEC's animals? This program teaches children about the interesting job of an animal caretaker.
Children will have hands-on experience in feeding, brushing, cleaning and learning all about the needs of APEC's animals.

Snack and animal care trainee certificate included!

Limited to 8 participants.

TIME: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM FEE: $15 Members, $21 Non-Members

Friday
Mar 29

Animal Care Trainee
Ages 8-12

Would you like to help us care for APEC's animals? This program teaches children about the interesting job of an animal caretaker.
Children will have hands-on experience in feeding, brushing, cleaning and learning all about the needs of APEC's animals.

Snack and animal care trainee certificate included!

Limited to 8 participants.

TIME: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM FEE: $15 Members, $21 Non-Members

Saturday
April 6

Spring Fan Club – Save the Earth
Ages 3 -4

This season features wonderful stories about spring. Experiences include dramatic play, movement games, meeting live animals and crafts that relate to these fantastic stories! We will take a walk, weather permitting. Participants must be toilet trained.

Limited to 10 participants.

TIME: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM FEE: $12 Members, $18 Non-Members

Young Discoverers Club – Animal Adaptations – Bird Brains!
Ages 8-12

Birds come in many different shapes, sizes and colors! These variations are adaptations to their environment. Come learn why adaptations are important for birds. Using experiments we will see how wonderfully birds are designed to live and feed where they do. You will realize that being called a bird brain is a compliment after this class is through!

Limited to 8 participants.

Snack included.

Time: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM Fee: $18 Members, $24 Non-Member

Saturday
April 13

Children's Nature Photography – Part 1 of 2
Ages 6-8

Children will be introduced to the basics of composition and nature photography rules while using disposable cameras. During the first class they will practice their newly acquired skills, taking photographs during a nature walk on APEC's trails. During the second class the children will create frames to mount their favorite pictures. Film developing and all materials included.

Limited to 10 participants.

TIME: 10:30-12:00 FEE: $54 Members, $66 Non-Members

Baby Bonanza
Ages: 3-4

Spring is a wonderful time to see all the new baby animals in Alley Pond Park. This program includes games, songs, a snack, a craft, live animals and a nature walk (weather permitting).

Limited to 10 participants, participants must be toilet trained.

Time: 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM Fee: $15 Members, $21 Non-Members

Sunday
April 14

Novels in Nature – Earth Day
Ages: 5-6, 7-9

Join us as we listen to a nature related story followed by craft/activity time. Enjoy a snack, meet an animal and take a trail walk (weather permitting).

Limited to 8 participants.

TIME: 10:30-12:00 PM FEE: $12 Members, $18 Non-Members

APEC Adventure Hour - Flowers
Ages 18 mos. – 36 mos. (parental participation)

Please bring your little one and join us for an afternoon of fun planned especially for the little ones. This program includes games, songs, a snack, a craft, live animals and a nature walk (weather permitting).

No non participating siblings except for infants in infant seats. Limited to 8 parent/child pairs.

Time: 1:30 PM – 2:45 PM Fee: $10 Members, $16 Non-Members

Saturday
April 20

Children's Nature Photography – Part 2 of 2
Ages 6-8

Children will be introduced to the basics of composition and nature photography rules while using disposable cameras. During the first class they will practice their newly acquired skills, taking photographs during a nature walk on APEC's trails. During the second class the children will create frames to mount their favorite pictures. Film developing and all materials included.

Limited to 10 participants.

TIME: 10:30-12:00 PM FEE: $54 Members, $66 Non-Members

Baby Bonanza
Ages: 5-6

Spring is a wonderful time to see all the new baby animals in Alley Pond Park. This program includes games, songs, a snack, a craft, live animals and a nature walk (weather permitting).

Limited to 10 participants, participants must be toilet trained.

Time: 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM Fee: $15 Members, $21 Non-Members

Sunday
April 21

Animal Care Trainee
Ages 8-12 Would you like to help us care for APEC's animals? This program teaches children about the interesting job of an animal caretaker.
Children will have hands-on experience in feeding, brushing, cleaning and learning all about the needs of APEC's animals.

Snack and animal care trainee certificate included!

Limited to 8 participants.

TIME: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM FEE: $15 Members, $21 Non-Members

Saturday
May 4

Spring Fan Club – Spring into Spring
Ages 3-4

This season features wonderful stories about spring. Experiences include dramatic play, movement games, meeting live animals and crafts that relate to these fantastic stories! We will take a walk, weather permitting.

Participants must be toilet trained. Limited to 10 participants.

TIME: 10:30-12:00 PM FEE: $12 Members, $18 Non-Members

Young Discoverers Club - Pond Scum
Ages 8-12

What makes a pond a pond? Who lives there? How healthy is our pond? Discoverers will get a chance to explore our pond and its occupants using binoculars, magnifying glasses and even microscopes to figure out what makes this thriving ecosystem so special. Come look below the surface and see beyond the pond scum!

Limited to 8 participants. Snack included.

Time: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM Fee: $18 Members, $24 Non-Members

Sunday
May 5

APEC Safari
Ages 6-11

Take a walk on the wild side at APEC. You never know what wildlife you might find when we hike the trails of Alley Pond Park. Explore parts of the park rarely seen and hike trails that are seldom used. Blaze trails as we investigate the spring wonders of the park. Walk will be held rain or shine, so be sure to dress appropriately (and be prepared to get dirty) and wear comfortable shoes. Be sure to spray with bug spray before coming. In case of severe weather, program will run indoors. Snacks will be served when we return to APEC.

Limited to 8 participants.

TIME: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM FEE: $6 Members, $9 Non-Members

Saturday
May 11

Animal Care Trainee
Ages 8-12

Would you like to help us care for APEC's animals? This program teaches children about the interesting job of an animal caretaker.
Children will have hands-on experience in feeding, brushing, cleaning and learning all about the needs of APEC's animals.

Snack and animal care trainee certificate included!

Limited to 8 participants.

TIME: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM FEE: $15 Members, $21 Non-Members

Young Chefs - Pasta Primavera!
Ages 7-10

Spring is in the air so it’s time to prepare Pasta Primavera. There is nothing better than fresh garden vegetables and pasta and that’s just what our Young Chefs will enjoy cooking during this class. All materials included

All materials included.

Limited to 12 participants.

TIME: 10:30-12:00 FEE: $18 Members, $24 Non-Members

APEC Safari
Ages 6-11

Take a walk on the wild side at APEC. You never know what wildlife you might find when we hike the trails of Alley Pond Park. Explore parts of the park rarely seen and hike trails that are seldom used. Blaze trails as we investigate the spring wonders of the park. Walk will be held rain or shine, so be sure to dress appropriately (and be prepared to get dirty) and wear comfortable shoes. Be sure to spray with bug spray before coming. In case of severe weather, program will run indoors. Snacks will be served when we return to APEC.

Limited to 8 participants.

TIME: 1:00 pM – 2:00 PM FEE: $6 Members, $9 Non-Members

Saturday
May 18

Children’s Nature Photography – Digital Edition!! – Part 1 of 2
Ages 8 -13 yrs old

Calling all camera enthusiasts! Come learn the ins and outs of using a digital camera. Learn how to use your digital camera effectively, improving your shots by understanding aspects, composition and lighting. In participating in this class you will learn how to achieve the best photographs with the camera that you own! During the first class photographers will learn and then practice newly acquired skills, taking photographs during a nature walk on APEC’s trails. Each child’s pictures will be assessed during the first class to determine which 10 pictures are print worthy. During the second class, these pictures will be evaluated by the instructor, and participants will create a frame to mount their favorite picture.

Please note - all participants are required to bring their own digital camera, charged battery for your camera, as well as a memory card for this program. Printing the photographs will be the responsibility of the parent in between the two classes; APEC will not be printing the photographs
Limited to 10 participants.

TIME: 10:30-12:00 FEE: $50 Members, $55 Non-Members

Saturday
May 18

Crazy for Caterpillars
Ages 3-4

Learn how caterpillars change into beautiful butterflies. Search the trails for munched leaves, creeping caterpillars and hanging chrysalises. Take home your very own caterpillar and watch it change into a painted lady butterfly! Snack included. Caterpillar care and housing instructions provided.

Limited to 10 participants, participants must be toilet trained.

TIME: 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM FEE: $18 Members, $24 Non-Members

Sunday
May 19

Novels in Nature - Trees
Ages: 5-6, 7-9

Join us as we listen to a nature related story followed by craft/activity time.

Enjoy a snack, meet an animal and take a trail walk (weather permitting).
Limited to 8 participants.

TIME: 10:30-12:00 FEE: $12 Members, $18 Non-Members

APEC Adventure Hour - Butterflies
Ages 18 mos. – 36 mos. (parental participation)

Please bring your little one and join us for an afternoon of fun planned especially for the little ones. This program includes games, songs, a snack, a craft, live animals and a nature walk (weather permitting).

No non participating siblings except for infants in infant seats. Limited to 8 parent/child pairs.

TIME: 1:30 PM – 2:45 PM FEE: $10 Members, $16 Non-Members

Saturday
May 25

Children’s Nature Photography – Digital Edition!! – Part 2 of 2
Ages 8 -13 yrs old

Calling all camera enthusiasts! Come learn the ins and outs of using a digital camera. Learn how to use your digital camera effectively, improving your shots by understanding aspects, composition and lighting. In participating in this class you will learn how to achieve the best photographs with the camera that you own! During the first class photographers will learn and then practice newly acquired skills, taking photographs during a nature walk on APEC’s trails. Each child’s pictures will be assessed during the first class to determine which 10 pictures are print worthy. During the second class, these pictures will be evaluated by the instructor, and participants will create a frame to mount their favorite picture.

Please note - all participants are required to bring their own digital camera, charged battery for your camera, as well as a memory card for this program. Printing the photographs will be the responsibility of the parent in between the two classes; APEC will not be printing the photograph
Limited to 10 participants.

TIME: 10:30-12:00 FEE: $50 Members, $55 Non-Members

Crazy for Caterpillars
Ages 5-6

Learn how caterpillars change into beautiful butterflies. Search the trails for munched leaves, creeping caterpillars and hanging chrysalises. Take home your very own caterpillar and watch it change into a painted lady butterfly! Snack included. Caterpillar care and housing instructions provided.

Limited to 10 participants, participants must be toilet trained.

TIME: 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM FEE: $18 Members, $24 Non-Members $18M/$24NM

Sunday
June 9

Novels in Nature - Insects
Ages: 5-6, 7-9

Join us as we listen to a nature related story followed by craft/activity time.

Enjoy a snack, meet an animal and take a trail walk (weather permitting).
Limited to 8 participants.

TIME: 10:30-12:00 PM FEE: $12 Members, $18 Non-Members

APEC Adventure Hour - Baby Animals
Ages 18 mos. – 36 mos. (parental participation)

Please bring your little one and join us for an afternoon of fun planned especially for the little ones. This program includes games, songs, a snack, a craft, live animals and a nature walk (weather permitting).

No non participating siblings except for infants in infant seats. Limited to 8 parent/child pairs.

TIME: 1:30 PM – 2:45 PM FEE: $10 Members, $16 Non-Members

Saturday
June 15

Animal Care Trainee
Ages 8-12

Would you like to help us care for APEC's animals? This program teaches children about the interesting job of an animal caretaker.
Children will have hands-on experience in feeding, brushing, cleaning and learning all about the needs of APEC's animals.

Snack and animal care trainee certificate included!

Limited to 8 participants.

TIME: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM FEE: $15 Members, $21 Non-Members

Young Chefs - Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream
Ages 7-12

This frozen treat is so simple to make - and so incredibly yummy! Our Young Chefs will measure a variety of ingredients, place them in a plastic bag and shake them up to make their very own delicious homemade ice cream. All materials included.

All materials included.

Limited to 8 participants.

TIME: 10:30-12:00 FEE: $18 Members, $24 Non-Members

Perfect Ponds
Ages 3-4

Join us as we explore this “perfect” part of nature. We will explore our ponds and the creatures that live there.

This program includes games, songs, a snack, a craft, live animals and a nature walk (weather permitting).

Limited to 10 participants, participants must be toilet trained.

TIME: 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM FEE: $15 Members, $21 Non-Members

Saturday
June 22

Young Discoverers Club - Forest Findings
Ages 8-12

Come learn about our beautiful deciduous forests! Who lives there? What makes this ecosystem so special? Discoverers will meet animals that make their home in our forests and explore the forests within our park.

Limited to 8 participants. Snack included.

TIME: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM FEE: $18 Members, $24 Non-Members

Perfect Ponds
Ages 5-6

Join us as we explore this “perfect” part of nature. We will explore our ponds and the creatures that live there.

This program includes games, songs, a snack, a craft, live animals and a nature walk (weather permitting).

Limited to 10 participants, participants must be toilet trained.

TIME: 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM FEE: $15 Members, $21 Non-Members

Saturday
June 29

Spring Fan Club – Buggy Bugs
Ages 3-4

This season features wonderful stories about spring. Experiences include dramatic play, movement games, meeting live animals and crafts that relate to these fantastic stories! We will take a walk, weather permitting.

Participants must be toilet trained. Limited to 10 participants.

TIME: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM FEE: $12 Members, $18 Non-Members

Sunday
June 30

Animal Care Trainee
Ages 8-12

Would you like to help us care for APEC's animals? This program teaches children about the interesting job of an animal caretaker.
Children will have hands-on experience in feeding, brushing, cleaning and learning all about the needs of APEC's animals.

Snack and animal care trainee certificate included!

Limited to 8 participants.

TIME: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM FEE: $15 Members, $21 Non-Members