Welcome to Beekeeping!
For the first installment of the Summer Enrichment Series on Saturday, June 22 at 10:00 am, you’re invited to join the Holland Farmers Market and Beekeeper Donald Lam to learn about the hobby of beekeeping!
Did you know that one-third of our food sources rely on honeybees? Including most of the products at the Holland Farmers Market! During this informative class, beekeeper Donald Lam from the Holland Area Beekeepers Association will share the ins and outs of beekeeping as a hobby. Learn about the equipment needed, support systems available, the benefits and the costs! You’ll even learn which of our very own Market vendors Donald’s bees provides pollination services for.
About the Host:
Beekeeper Donald Lam and his wife have been keeping honeybees for 35 years in the Holland area. In addition to leading classes, they provide pollination services for growers, produce honey that is available in local stores, and provide bees and equipment to area beekeepers. Don and Jean operate a beekeeping store in Holland and represent the Holland Area Beekeeping Association.
About the Summer Enrichment Series:
Join the Holland Farmers Market all season long for our Summer Enrichment Series! These fun and affordable series of classes are held on the fourth Saturday of the month from June through September. Topics include beekeeping, composting, healthy cooking, and more, with all sessions hosted by local experts and friends of the Market! We hope they help enrich your life just a little this summer!
Classes are held at 10:00 am on the last Saturday of the month in the upstairs Market View room inside the Holland Civic Center at 150 West 8th Street. Classes are an hour long and are just $10 each to attend! Advanced registration is recommended as space is limited, however, walk-ins are welcome if space allows. for $10 cash or check at the door. Attendees are invited to shop the Holland Farmers Market either before or after class!
Admission fees are non-refundable. However, your registration may be transferred to another individual or applied to a future class. Please contact us at 616.355.1058 for assistance transferring your registration. Thank you!