Celebrate National Honeybee Day on August 16
Mark your calendars for a delightful event that promises to be both fun and educational! On Saturday, August 16, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., the Neuse Regional Beekeepers and Lenoir County Extension Master Gardeners invite you to join in the celebration of National Honeybee Day. This event is packed with activities that will illuminate the vital role bees play in our ecosystem and how we can contribute to their conservation.
What’s Buzzing at the Event
Sample Delicious Local Honey
One of the sweetest highlights of this event will undoubtedly be the opportunity to taste various local honey varieties. You may find a range of flavors infused with wildflowers, clover, or even seasonal herbs, allowing you to appreciate the diversity that bees bring to our tables.
Kids’ Crafts and Coloring Pages
Families are in for a treat! The event will feature fun crafts and coloring pages specifically designed to engage children. Kids can learn about the life of a bee while creating their own bee-inspired masterpieces, making it an educational experience wrapped in fun.
Learn Why Pollinators Matter
Pollinators, especially honeybees, are essential to our agricultural systems and ecosystems. Throughout the event, local experts will share insights into the critical role these tiny creatures play in food production, biodiversity, and ecological balance, ensuring both adults and children leave with a richer understanding of these fascinating insects.
Discover How YOU Can Protect Native Bees
Are you interested in making a change? You’ll have the chance to learn practical tips on how you can protect native bee populations in your own backyard. From planting bee-friendly flowers to creating safe habitats, every little effort counts, and this event will empower you with knowledge and actionable steps.
Ask Real Beekeepers Your Bee Questions
Curious about beekeeping? This event provides a perfect platform to engage with local beekeepers. Whether you’re curious about starting your hive or simply want to know more about their habits, these experienced keepers are ready to answer your burning bee questions.
This Week’s Local Produce
TC Smith Produce
As a delightful complement to your honey-tasting experience, TC Smith Produce has some fresh offerings this week. New to the market are mouthwatering bronze grapes, but don’t stop there! The selection includes a variety of irresistible produce such as squash, zucchini, pickling cucumbers, long greens, and possibly some okra. The availability of seasonal fruits — like blueberries and peaches — is nearing its end, so it’s an excellent opportunity to stock up.
Additionally, you can find sweet potatoes, collards, kale, and various types of watermelons, both seeded and seedless. Don’t forget to check out their extensive range of jams, jellies, pickles, and relishes that make perfect accompaniments to your meals.
Fresh-Baked & Specialty Goods
Seraphim Smith
For those with a sweet tooth, Seraphim Smith will be selling her famous honey wheat bread. Freshly baked and incredibly popular, be sure to arrive early if you want to snag a loaf; it’s a local favorite and tends to run out quickly!
B & B Eggs and Crafts
Sandra from B & B Eggs and Crafts will have her pasture-raised chicken eggs available for purchase. She’s also encouraging attendees to bring clean, empty 12-count egg cartons for recycling. Another treat you can’t miss is her delectable “Liquid Gold” banana nut bread — a free sample is an invitation you won’t want to turn down!
This vibrant event is not to be missed — with a combination of hands-on learning, delicious local produce, and community joy, it offers a sweet escape perfect for families, friends, and anyone curious about the wonders of nature. So bring your family, invite your friends, and let’s get buzzing for National Honeybee Day! The bees are counting on your support, and it promises to be a day filled with delight and discovery.
