3 places and programs for kids in and around Glen Oaks, Queens (2 free): libraries, zoos, STEM. Includes Queens County Farm Museum and Glen Oaks Library.
A 47-acre historic working farm in Floral Park where kids see goats, sheep, alpacas, pigs, cows and chickens, feed sheep and goats with feed bought at the farm store, and ride on hayrides. Fall brings a giant corn maze and an agricultural fair.
Little ones and school-age kids in Glen Oaks can browse the picture-book and early-reader shelves at Glen Oaks Library, borrow games and use the computers after school. Current calendar offerings for kids include Toddler Time and Craft and Music and Movement for Infants and Toddlers. It opens on Sunday afternoons as well.
Children practice math and reading with bite-sized daily worksheets matched to their current level, stopping by the center twice a week so instructors can review work and assign the next steps. The program suits both kids who need to catch up and those ready to race ahead.
LittleGotham lists 3 places and programs for kids in Glen Oaks, Queens. The largest groups are 1 library, 1 zoo and aquarium spot, 1 STEM program.
Yes. 2 of 3 are free to attend, including Queens County Farm Museum, Glen Oaks Library.
2 listings are indoors, such as Glen Oaks Library, Kumon Math & Reading Center of Floral Park.