​APEC's 2023 Green Gala

Terrace on the Park  |  Wednesday, April 26th, 2023 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. |  Cocktails - Dinner - Silent Auction - 50/50
Effective Monday, June 13, 2022, APEC’s health and safety protocols for those who wish to enter APEC are changing as per NYC mandates. Masks are recommended, but no longer required, for visitors of all ages.
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Hours & Parking
Our building and animal room is open to the public 7 days a week, except for major holidays. Monday - Friday, APEC is open from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. We have varying hours on the weekend and are closed on some holidays. Call ahead if coming in on a weekend or on a holiday. Building is handicap accessible. Walking trails are open from dawn to dusk, year ‘round.

Parking and entrance to the building and grounds is free, but we do have a suggested donation of $5 per person. You can contribute right at the front desk of APEC if you wish to do so!

Please note APEC is not a licensed rehabilitator and cannot take in injured or orphaned wildlife.

Upcoming Programs

Check Out Our Summer SENSES 2023 Programs

Registration open now! Click here to register.

National Take A Walk In The Park Day

Thursday, March 30th
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
For All Ages  |  $5 per person

Animal Tales: My Spring Robin

Tuesday, April 11th
10:30 am - 11:45 am
Ages: 3-5, with one adult  |  $24 per child

Unplugged Nature Club - All Outdoors

Wednesdays, April 5th, 19th, & 26th
3:30 pm - 4:45 pm
Ages: 6-9  |  $72 per child (3-class series)

Vet Tech 101 - Intelligence

Tuesday, April 11th
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Ages: 9-12  ​|  $32 per child

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The environmental center is located in Alley Pond Park, surrounded by lush nature trails where visitors can enjoy NYC's natural landscapes. Guests are welcome to attend one of APEC's many nature oriented programs for all ages and visit the center's animal ambassadors. Please explore our website to learn more and register for programs.
224-65 76th Ave.
Oakland Gardens, NY 11364
MAIN: (718) 229-4000
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