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Adult Programs
Tai Chi 24 Form
Thursdays | January 2 - February 30 | 6:00-7:00 PM
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PERFECT FOR BEGINNERS! Tai chi is often described as “moving meditation” because it stimulates your mind, body, and spirit. The 24-posture form will be taught by certified instructor Elaine Fleishman. All levels welcome to join. Bring a bottle of water and wear comfortable clothes. Sign up for one or two classes to see if this class is for you.
Adults | $128 for 8 week series or $18/ individual class* |
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Family & Friends CPR Training
Friday | January 10 | 6:00-8:00 PM
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This course, led by members of the Glen Oaks Volunteer Ambulance Corps, teaches this AHA training the lifesaving skills of adult hands-only CPR and is for people who want to learn CPR but do not need a CPR course completion card to meet a job requirement. This is ideal for new parents, grandparents, babysitters and others interested in learning how to save a life. Each student will receive a take home workbook for future reference. Limited to 12 participants. Free childcare provided. Light refreshments.
Funds raised from this program will go towards children’s programming and animal care. Adults and children 14+ | $5 per person* |
Winter Care: An Aromatherapy Workshop
Saturday | January 11 | 2:30-4:00 PM
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There are a myriad of essential oils that best target winter maladies - learn about the number of ways to use a selection of essential oils as well as safe practices and best modes of use for relief during a cold or flu. Use these oils to blend a synergy which help clear congestion, combat inflammation & ease muscle aches. DIY Product takeaway included with this 90 minute class. Led by certified aromatherapist, Ann Mascia of La Strega Buona Aromatherapy, https://www.lastregabuona.com/Sponsored in part by a grant from the JPB Foundation
Adults | $10* per person |
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Preparing your Garden for Spring
Friday | January 31 | 4:00-5:00 PM
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Join a Queens Botanical Garden expert for this workshop focusing on caring for your plants and soil appropriately. The workshop will cover soil testing, cover crops, compost application, and planning tips to help you get your garden rolling as soon as the weather warms up. Participants will receive a compost goodie bag and compostable pot to start seedlings in.
Adults | $5* per person |
Fused Glass Jewelry: Valentine's Style
Sunday | February 2 | 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Owl Prowl Night Hike
Friday | February 7 | 7:30-9:30 PM
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We are excited to welcome Tesla, the Screech Owl, to our new location for a night hike. The program will kick off with an indoor presentation led by Biologist & Ranger Eric Powers. Learn how to identify owls by sight and sound, and how to attract these beneficial birds to your own backyard. Then we’ll head out for a very quiet guided night walk in search of owls and other nighttime wildlife using a fun, safe, and easy method. Ranger Eric will teach you how to develop your own night vision – flashlights are not needed. Hot cocoa and refreshments included. For more information about Ranger Eric, visit his website at www.yc2n.com.
Sponored in part by a grant from the JPB Foundation Adults & Children 8+(accompanied by an adult $5* per person |
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Winter Bird Walk for Beginners
Saturday | February 15 | 10:00-12:00 PM
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Walk around Oakland Lake accompanied by Nancy Tognan of the Queens County Bird Club to look for ducks, coots, grebes, swans, geese and more. Oakland Lake never complete freezes because of all of the spring water constantly feeding it, so it becomes a freshwater duck magnet when other ponds are frozen. Learn to use binoculars and a field guide. Bring binoculars if you have them. Meet at Oakland Lake - on Cloverdale Blvd just south of 46th Ave.
Adults & Children 8+(accompanied by an adult) | FREE |
Vegetarian Bengali Cooking
Friday | February 21 | 7:00-9:00 PM
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Demonstration w/Dinner and recipes
Join Biny once again as she transports you to Bangladesh through colorful and flavorful cuisine! Born and raised in Queens, NY – she has been an avid cook with a passion for all things food for over 10 years. She spends her free time teaching cooking classes out of her home kitchen and mentoring young aspiring chefs! Together we will create a vegetarian comfort spread including Paneer Makhni– a savory curry made with farmers cheese rich in protein, vitamins and nutrients along with some Bengali surprises. Complimentary childcare available upon request. Adults | $15* per person |
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MycoPaper: Making & Unmaking with Mushrooms
Saturday | March 7 | 2:00-5:00 PM
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With the ecological challenges our world is facing, now more than ever, mushrooms are a vital and relevant queendom to understand, cultivate, and forage. During this workshop we will partner with mushrooms to explore new ways of making and unmaking materials. We will discuss how artists, designers, and scientists have been working with mushrooms to heal our planet (including some of it own research). We will also get our hands dirty making mycopaper together using DIY papermaking.
Sponsored in part by a grant from the JPB Foundation Adults | $15* per person |
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.
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224-65 76th Ave.
Oakland Gardens, NY 11364 |
MAIN: (718) 229-4000
FAX: (718) 229-0376 |
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contact@alleypond.com |