Kids can learn about animals at the center – and help to brush and feed them, too!

Alley Pond Environmental Center needs help caring for its animals!

Children ages 8–12 can participate in a fun workshop where they will brush, clean, and feed some of the furry and four-legged residents.

Snacks for the children will be provided. They’ll even get an animal care trainee certificate to take home.

Dec. 7 at 10 am. $21.

Alley Pond Environmental Center [228–06 Northern Blvd. in Douglaston, (718) 229–4000, www.alleypond.com]