Animal Care Trainee

​Sunday, December 3rd | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Would you like to help us care for APEC’s animals? This program introduces children to the unique responsibility of being an animal caretaker. Participants will learn about the needs of our animal ambassadors, and gain hands-on experience in feeding, brushing, and cleaning them. They will also learn the first steps of researching and understanding what animal is best fit for lifestyle and family. Spots are limited.  
For Ages 8-10 (drop-off)  |  $34

Vet Tech 101 - Intelligence

​Saturday, December 16th | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Come join us for this Vet Tech class focusing on intelligence! Students will get to learn about different forms of intelligence, which animals are smarter than others, and the cognitive needs of our animal ambassadors. Students will also learn how to check to make sure the animals are receiving proper mental stimulation by giving them examinations. Our Vet Tech students will learn the ins and outs of keeping some of the most common pet animals in peak medical condition. Spots is limited.
For Ages 9-12 (drop-off)  |  $34

A Tree For All Seasons

​Wednesday, December 27th | 9:30 am - 10:30 am
What are the four seasons? What does a tree do during the different seasons? Let’s find out together! There will be a nature walk so we can observe the trees in the current season and we’ll enjoy an all-season craft. Live animal presentations will clue us into why animals need these trees every season. Spots are limited.
For Ages 2-3, with one adult  |  $22

Everything Evergreens

​Wednesday, December 27th | 11:00 am - 12:15 pm
Many animals make their home in evergreens.  Children will enjoy a story about evergreen tree dwellers, create a painting using pine needles, and enjoy an outdoor nature walk looking for local evergreens.  Live animal guests will also be observed in the class. ONE adult per child. Spots are limited.
For Ages 3-5, with one adult  |  $26

Catapult Fight!

​Wednesday, December 27th | 2:00 pm - 3:15 pm
Are you ready for a siege?! Well, until you have a catapult you can’t say that you are! Join us as we learn to build a powerful catapult to take down the enemy defenses and learn the science behind how they work! Participants will use their catapults in class and can take them home. Spots are limited.
For Ages 8-12  |  $26

Bird Brains

​Thursday, December 28th | 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Do you love birds? Junior Ornithologists will learn all about our feathered friends in this exciting, fun-filled program. We will examine feathers, nests, eggs, and learn some amazing facts about nature’s winged wonders.  Observe three different birds from APEC’s Animal Collection and enjoy an outdoor bird walk where we will identify some of our local feathered friends. Spots are limited.
For Ages 6-8 (drop-off)  |  $30

I Want to Be a Vet

​Thursday, December 28th | 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Do you love animals? Aspiring veterinarians will enjoy learning about the many aspects of veterinary care.  Veterinarians provide different medical care for different types of animals depending on their patients-zoo animals, farm animals or pets! Children will learn about the special needs of a variety of APEC’s Animal Ambassadors and observe them up-close. Spots are limited.
For Ages 6-8 (drop-off)  |  $22

Air Time

​Sunday, January 14th | 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Take a deep breath…1..2…3. Perfect! You did something that billions of other living things do on our planet earth. Join us as we build a device that masters the power of air! We will also learn why it is so special and important to life on earth. Participants will test out their creation and take it home. Spots are limited.
For Ages 8-12 (drop-off)  |  $30

Fused Glass Workshop

​Sunday, January 21st | 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Valentine’s Day is weeks away! Are you looking for an original gift for someone special? Join Naomi Rabinowitz, artist, and jewelry designer, for a fun afternoon making fused glass jewelry. Participants will have the opportunity to make colorful necklaces, pins, magnets, earrings, or rings -- and to learn the basics of fused glass art.  Ms. Rabinowitz will fire your piece and you will be able to pick up at APEC – date to be given at workshop. All materials will be provided. Spots are limited.
For Adults  |  $30

Residential Solar Energy -- The Time is Now

​Saturday, January 27th | 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
The time to consider solar panels on the roof of your home is now.  With energy costs steadily rising, and government incentives at an all-time high, this is an ideal moment for homeowners to learn more about the technology and economics of residential solar.  Typical residential installations require no money down, functioning much like a mortgage, with monthly payments that are offset by significant savings on homeowners’ electric bills.  Current Federal and State government tax incentives will reduce the installation cost dramatically; New York City residents who install solar will also see a substantial property tax reduction.  Solar installations enable residents to reduce dependence on electricity generated by burning fossil fuels.  This informative program will be led by Rosario Romano, a solar expert with the Long Island-based firm of NGS Solar, and Walter Mugdan, APEC Board member and recently retired senior official with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Spots are limited.
For Adults  |  $5 (fee will be used for Animal Care)

Wobbly Buildings or Stiff Buildings?

​Sunday, January 28th | 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Could you build a skyscraper out of Jello? Is your house made with Pretzel sticks? There’s a lot of science that goes into what makes a building strong and sturdy. Come join us to construct and learn more about building a strong structure! Participants will use edible material to build a delicious, sturdy structure that they can take home and enjoy! Spots are limited.
For Ages 8-12 (drop-off)  |  $34

We Build Bridges, Not Burn Them!

​Sunday, February 11th | 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Ever walked on the Brooklyn bridge and wonder: How can it stay in place like that? Join us as we learn how bridges work and build bridges of our own! Perhaps, this class will BRIDGE the gap in our understanding! Participants will make bridges which they can take home! Spots are limited.
For Ages 8-12 (drop-off)  |  $45

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