Lehigh Valley Beekeepers Association is offering a four-session "Introduction to Beekeeping" class 7-9:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Feb. 4 and 18 and March 4 and 18 at Lehigh Carbon Community College.

Registration fee includes materials and field trips for hands-on experience.

Youth under the age of 16 years, accompanied by a registered adult, are invited to attend at a reduced fee. Class size is limited.

If you are considering becoming a beekeeper, stop by the Lehigh County Ag Center, next to Dorney Park 1-3 p.m. Jan. 17 to talk with experienced beekeepers. Adults who register and pay at this informational meeting will receive $5 off the registration fee.

Classes will cover basic bee biology; necessary equipment; setting up the hive and adding the bees.

Registration by visiting lehighvalleybeekeepers.org or by contacting Blaine Holden, course coordinator, at blaineholden@hotmail.com or 610-767-0306.