September Programs and Events Announced at Alley Pond Env Center

There is still space available in the following September Programs and Events at Alley Pond Environmental Center (APEC). All programs take place at APEC (unless otherwise noted) which is located at 228-06 Northern Blvd., Douglaston, NY 11362. Please call the center at 718-229-4000 or view the website at www.alleypond.com for further information.

Family and Adult Programs

AN EVENING WITH THE STARS

REACH FOR THE STARSAstronomy Programs with Mark Freilich
Saturday, September 17, 7:30-9:30 PM
Ages: 7 years old and over
FEE: for each session $10 per adult member, $12 per adult non-member, and $7.00 for children ages 7-12 (includes handout information packet)

Understand and appreciate the mystery and beauty of the universe with astronomer Mark Freilich. In September view Jupiter, Saturn, the Plietes Star Cluster, the Orion Nebula. These programs comprise an indoor lecture on basic astronomy and outdoor viewing with a professional telescope.

*To ensure the quality of all astronomy workshops we reserve the right to cancel if the weather forecast calls for rain.

NATIONAL ESTUARIES DAY FESTIVAL
Saturday, September 24, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Ages: ALL
FEE: FREE!

Please join Alley Pond Environmental Center for a festival to commemorate our local estuary - Little Neck Bay and meet members of your neighborhood historic, health service, recreational, civic associations, school groups and government organizations.

Hike along our own unique and beautiful estuary trails, listen to live music, visit educational booths and exhibits from neighborhood organizations, and participate in children's activities and crafts. Bring the whole family to enjoy FREE activities, entertainment, hands-on demonstrations, crafts, fun games, boat and canoe rides!

Children's Weekend Programs
Crawling Critters Ages listed below
Fee: $12M/$17NM

Come to APEC for a close-up look at live insects and the animals who eat them! Activities include a craft and a bug sorting game that teaches kids how to identify true insects from a confusing array of critters. Snack included. Participants must be toilet trained
Ages 3 - 4 limited to 10 participants
Sat. Sept. 10 1:30 - 3 pm
Ages 5 - 6 limited to 12 participants
Sat. Sept 17 1:30 - 3 pm

Children's Nature Photography for Ages 6-11
Sundays, Sept. 11 and Sept. 18, 10:30 AM -12:00 PM
Fee: $54M/$60NM

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.

Young Chefs - Apple Crepes for Ages 7 - 11
Sat., Sept. 17, 10:30 - 12:00
Fee: $18M/$23NM

APPLE SEASON! During this program children will learn about a variety of apples and the many different ways people eat them. Then our young chefs will prepare their very own tasty "apple crepes". All materials included. Limited to 8 participants.

Children's Weekday Programs

Fledglings for Ages 3 - 4
Mondays, 9:30 - 11:00 am: *Sept. 12, 19, 26, Oct. 3, 17, 24,
Nov. 7, 14, 21, 28, Dec. 5, 12, 19
OR
Tuesdays, 11:15-12:45: *Sept. 13, 20, 27, Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25,
Nov. 1, 15, 22, 29, Dec. 6, 13
Fee: $221M/$247NM for 13 classes

Join us as we explore the wonders of nature at Alley Pond Park! We will take enchanting nature walks, hold discussions, create nature crafts, pet APEC's animals and much more. This is the ideal next step after "Toddler Time." Snack included. Limited to 10 or 12 participants. Participants must be toilet trained.

* Please note registration is ongoing.

Sunny Bunnies for Ages 3 - 4
Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays, 9:45 am- 12:00 pm:
*September 14, 16, 19, 21, 23, 26, 28
October 3, 5, 7, 12, 14, 17, 19, 21, 24, 26, 28
November 2, 4, 7, 9, 11, 14, 16, 18, 21, 23, 28, 30
December 2, 5, 7, 9, 12, 14, 16, 19, 21
Fee: $702M/$780NM for 39 sessions

This program will offer children hands-on opportunities with animals, exploration of our nature trails, discussions on different nature topics, crafts, free play, music time and more. Explore the wonderful world of nature! Snack included. BRING A BAG LUNCH. Limited to 12 participants. Participants must be toilet trained.

* Please note registration is ongoing.

Toddler Time for Ages 24 - 35 months (parental participation)
Mondays, 11:30 - 12:45: *Sept. 12, 19, 26,
Oct. 3, 17, 24, Nov. 7, 14, 21, 28 Dec. 5, 12, 19
Fee: $208M/$234NM for 13 classes

Toddlers love to explore new surroundings. Why not give your child a chance to explore the wonderful world of nature! Create nature crafts, read stories, take short nature walks, pet APEC's animals and begin to appreciate nature. Snack included. 8 participants. No siblings allowed except infants in infant seats.

*Please note registration is ongoing.

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