Everything Evergreens
Saturday, December 3rd | 11:00 am - 12:15 pm
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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.
Ages: 3-5, with one adult | $24 per child |
Furry Friends
Wednesday, December 28th | 9:30 am - 10:30 am
Animal Tales: When It Starts To Snow
Wednesday, December 28th | 11:00 am - 12:15 pm
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What do animals do in winter? We will share the book When It Starts to Snow by Phillis Gershator to find out. Children will learn about migrating animals, hibernators, and some local critters which stay active throughout the chilly winter months. Live animal guests and a nature walk, looking for critter clues in the park will be part of this seasonal class. Be sure to dress for the weather! One parent per child. No siblings except babies in carriers or car seats. Spots are limited.
Ages: 3-5, with one adult | $24 per child |
Story Time Yoga for Lil' Yogis
Sunday, January 8th | 11:00 am - 11:45 am
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Join Yogi Sam, certified Yoga Instructor, for a story time yogadventure! Yogi Sam will bring movement, song, and playfulness together in a fun, engaging way. Children will use props, as well as their bodies to practice yoga postures and games with their family member. Yoga mats will be provided if you don’t have your own to bring to class. One parent per child. Spots are limited.
Ages: 2-5, with one adult | $15 per child |
Hibernation Station
Thursday, December 29th | 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
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Curious about who is sleeping through the winter? Learn about hibernating animals, enjoy a nature walk on our trails looking for critter burrows, and meet live animals whose wild relatives are tucked in their winter beds. One parent per child. No siblings except babies in carriers or car seats. Spots are limited.
Ages: 3-5, with one adult | $20 per child |
Bouncing Bunnies
Saturday, January 21st | 9:30 am - 10:30 am
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Celebrate the Year of the Rabbit with a fun toddler class about rabbits! Enjoy a book about a bunny and make a cute craft to take home. Little ones will also love touching and observing three different rabbits from APEC’s Animal Collection. One parent per child. No siblings except babies in carriers or car seats. Spots are limited.
Ages: 2-3, with one adult | $20 per child |
Animal Tales: It's Not Easy Being A Bunny
Saturday, January 21st | 11:00 am - 12:15 pm
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According to the Chinese zodiac, 2023 is the Year of the Rabbit. People born during the Year of the Rabbit are believed to be gentle, peaceful, and ingenious. Find out if these qualities are true while enjoying the book It’s Not Easy Being a Bunny by Marilyn Sadler. Touch and observe two different rabbits and enjoy an outdoor nature walk looking for rabbit tracks. One parent per child. No siblings except babies in carriers or car seats.
Spots are limited. Ages: 3-5, with one adult | $24 per child |
Early Childhood Multi-Day Programs
Animal Story Time (3-class series)
Ages 2-3 years (with one adult)
Wednesdays | 9:15 am - 10:00 am
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Enjoy a special story time with your little animal lover. Enjoy sharing animal-themed stories, singing classic children’s songs, and meeting live animals. A different book will be shared in each class with a special animal guest.
One adult per child will be permitted in the classroom. Siblings are not permitted to join the class, other than infants age 1 and younger. All participants are recommended to wear masks for the entire program. Spots are limited. |
Toddler Time Fall Sessions
Ages 2-3 years (with one adult)
9:15-10:30 AM OR 11:15-12:30 PM
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Inspire your young nature lover with this fun class. Books, songs, and games will teach toddlers about different animals and nature. Live animal guests, crafts, and outdoor nature walks (rain or shine) will be an exciting part of each class!
One adult per child will be permitted in the classroom. Siblings are not permitted to join the class, other than infants age 1 and younger. All participants are recommended to wear masks for the entire program. Spots are limited. |
Toddler Time Tuesday Sessions:
AM Session (9:15 am - 10:30 am)
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PM Session (11:15 am - 12:30 pm)
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*The lesson is the same for the Tuesday and Thursday class.
Please register for only ONE program so other families may participate in the program.*
Please register for only ONE program so other families may participate in the program.*
Toddler Time Thursday Sessions:
AM Session (9:15 am - 10:30 am)
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PM Session (11:15 am - 12:30 pm)
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*The lesson is the same for the Tuesday and Thursday class.
Please register for only ONE program so other families may participate in the program.*
Please register for only ONE program so other families may participate in the program.*
Toddler Time Winter Sessions
Ages 2-3 years (with one adult)
9:15-10:30 AM OR 11:15-12:30 PM
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Inspire your young nature lover with this fun class. Books, songs, and games will teach toddlers about different animals and nature. Live animal guests, crafts, and outdoor nature walks (rain or shine) will be an exciting part of each class!
One adult per child will be permitted in the classroom. Siblings are not permitted to join the class, other than infants age 1 and younger. All participants are recommended to wear masks for the entire program. Spots are limited. |
Toddler Time Tuesday Sessions:
AM Session (9:15 am - 10:30 am)
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PM Session (11:15 am - 12:30 pm)
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*The lesson is the same for the Tuesday and Thursday class.
Please register for only ONE program so other families may participate in the program.*
Please register for only ONE program so other families may participate in the program.*
Toddler Time Thursday Sessions:
*The lesson is the same for the Tuesday and Thursday class.
Please register for only ONE program so other families may participate in the program.*
Please register for only ONE program so other families may participate in the program.*
Sunny Bunnies Fall Sessions
Ages 3-4 years (drop-off)
Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays | 9:30 am - 12:00 pm (New longer session!)
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The Sunny Bunnies program is a unique educational experience which promotes pre-K readiness while enhancing a love of science and nature. Each session incorporates motivating science lessons and school readiness activities like letter recognition, letter formation, counting, shapes, colors and more! Live animal guests and outdoor nature walks (rain or shine) will be an exciting part of each class.
Children must be able to use the bathroom independently to participate. No diapers or pull-ups. All participants are recommended to wear masks for the entire program. Spots are limited. |
Dates:
September 19th, 21st, 23rd, 28th, 30th,
October 3rd, 7th, 12th, 14th, 17th, 19th, 21st, 24th, 26th, 28th,
November 2nd, 4th, 7th, 9th, 14th, 16th, 18th, 21st, 28th, 30th,
December 2nd, 5th, 7th, 9th, 12th, 14th, 16th, 19th, & 21st
34 classes: $986
(Partial payment available; see registration for more details)
Please call 718-229-4000 to register for the remaining classes! (Fee will be reduced)
Sunny Bunnies Winter Sessions
Ages 3-4 years (drop-off)
Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays | 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
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The Sunny Bunnies program is a unique educational experience which promotes pre-K readiness while enhancing a love of science and nature. Each session incorporates motivating science lessons and school readiness activities like letter recognition, letter formation, counting, shapes, colors and more! Live animal guests and outdoor nature walks (rain or shine) will be an exciting part of each class.
Children must be able to use the bathroom independently to participate. No diapers or pull-ups. All participants are recommended to wear masks for the entire program. Spots are limited. |
Dates:
January 4th, 6th, 9th, 11th, 13th, 18th, 20th, 23rd, 25th, 27th, 30th,
February 1st, 3rd, 6th, 8th, 10th, 13th, 15th, 17th, 27th,
March 1st, 3rd, 6th, 8th, 10th, 13th, 15th, 17th, 20th, 22nd, 24th, 27th, 29th
33 classes: $957
(Partial payment available; see registration for more details)
Registration Policy:
Pre-registration is required for all programs.
When registering for a program, please note the required ages for children. If your child’s date of birth does not fall within the required age range, the registration system will not allow you to register for the program.
Waiting List:
If it appears that you will be closed out of a particular class, please put your name on the waiting list online. Additional classes may be added. You will be notified if that occurs.
Missed Classes:
FOR ONE-TIME CLASSES:
No refunds or credits will be given for any missed programs. If APEC is notified within one week that the registrant cannot attend or if APEC cancels the program, a registration credit for the amount of the class will be applied to your account to be used for future APEC program registration.
FOR TODDLER TIME AND SUNNY BUNNIES:
No refunds or credits will be given for any missed programs. If you decide to cancel your registration before the program starts or withdraw from the class, refunds will only be applied if your spot is filled by another student. If the spot in the program is not filled, a credit will be applied to your account. A $25 cancellation processing fee will be deducted from the total refunded or credited.
Make-up Policy:
There are NO make-up classes for single session programs. Each fall, winter, and spring, one make-up class will be offered for students in Toddler Time and Sunny Bunnies. There will be a limited number of spots in the make-up class. Parents should speak to their APEC teacher to sign-up for the make-up class. Make-up classes are not offered at this time.
Age Requirement:
Your child MUST reach the required age for a particular program either before or during the month that he/she begins that program. All programs are drop-off unless otherwise noted. Parents must bring their child to the classroom for their drop-off program. Participants in drop off classes must able to use the bathroom independently (No pull-ups or diapers). Due to space constraints in our classrooms, one parent per child is permitted in parent participation classes.
Trial Classes:
APEC does not offer trial classes. Try one of our one-time weekend programs! They are an accurate representation of how we run our weekly programs.
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
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contact@alleypond.com |