Are you curious about beekeeping? Learn all about working with bees, just as a hobby or as a more serious endeavor, at the Goodrich Memorial Library, Newport on Saturday, April 9 at 10:30am.The concern over the disappearance of local bee populations has greatly increased interest in beekeeping by farmers and gardeners who depend on bees for the pollination of plants.

Jim Reed( a local registered apiary owner/ Beekeeper wannabee), will present a pictorial and verbal description of his experience as a first year beekeeper. From start up to harvest and all the bumps between, Jim will take you through a year of honey making. His presentation will suggest ways of getting started, possible cost, the learning curve, time requirements and more.

Jim Reed is a lifelong resident of the area and previous Owner/ Dealer of REEDS MOBIL, Owner of UP THE CREEK PADDLESPORTS, in Newport and KAMPTOKUMTO Vacation rentals in Jay, Vermont.
He has also been a Previous Officer and director of The Derby Fish and Game Club.
Any interested persons are welcome.All donations will benefit the Goodrich Memorial Library.
Contact: "carol@goodrichlibrary.org Nicholson"