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APEC's Friday Family Program Returns

Friday, August 7, 2026 · Douglaston, NY

On Friday, August 7, Alley Pond Environmental Center will hold its Friday Family Fun program from 9 to 10 a.m. at 229-10 Northern Boulevard in Douglaston. The session is for children ages 2 to 5 with an adult chaperone and includes encounters with three live animals followed by a guided walk to the salt marsh. The fee is $5 per child, while parent chaperones attend free. Space is limited, and pre-registration is required. Families should apply sunscreen and insect repellent before entering the building.

This local community update for Douglaston, NY is scheduled for Friday, August 7, 2026. To view more upcoming local headlines, community events, and real estate market insights specific to the Douglaston, NY area, explore the event calendar and property resources below.

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Upcoming Community Events in Douglaston, NY

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August 2026 Schedule

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Monday, August 3, 2026

APEC Summer Science Week Begins

Alley Pond Environmental Center's Summer Science Squad begins a weeklong session on Monday, August 3, at 229-10 Northern Boulevard in Douglaston. The program runs Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for c...

Saturday, August 15, 2026

Alley Pond Bird Walk Welcomes Adults

Adults can join a guided bird walk in Alley Pond Park on Saturday, August 15, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. The Morning with the Birds program starts at the Alley Pond Environmental Center, 229-10 Northern Boulevard, and explor...

Sunday, August 16, 2026

St. Sarkis Schedules Assumption Feast

St. Sarkis Armenian Apostolic Church will observe the Feast of the Assumption of St. Mary on Sunday, August 16, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event is scheduled at the church, 38-65 234th Street in Douglaston. The feast ap...

Monday, August 17, 2026

APEC Opens Fall Homeschool Registration

Registration for Alley Pond Environmental Center's fall homeschool programs opens Monday, August 17, at 10 a.m. The programs are held at 229-10 Northern Boulevard in Douglaston and are offered for children ages 5 to 6,...

Monday, August 24, 2026

APEC Hosts Vet Tech Teeth Class

Children ages 8 to 10 can attend APEC's Vet Tech 101 class on Monday, August 24, from 10 a.m. to noon at 229-10 Northern Boulevard in Douglaston. The Teeth and Beaks session covers dental and beak health, routine care,...

Tuesday, August 25, 2026

APEC Offers Microscope Vet Tech Class

Alley Pond Environmental Center will offer a second Vet Tech 101 session on Tuesday, August 25, from 10 a.m. to noon at 229-10 Northern Boulevard in Douglaston. The Microscope Study class is for children ages 8 to 10 an...

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