Lehigh Valley Beekeepers Association will hold a free educational event on honey bees 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Aug. 20, rain or shine, at Pool Wildlife Sanctuary, 3701 Orchid Place, Emmaus.

During the event, attendees will observe a working hive with the queen bee going about her business laying eggs as well as local beekeepers explaining the tools of their trade. On the hour, from noon to 3 p.m., beekeepers will demonstrate the extraction of raw honey from the hive. Fresh, raw honey bottled directly from the honey extractor and other honey by-products will be available for sale. Tours to an onsite apiary will also be given.

Youngsters of all ages can experience role-playing inside and outside the beehive in the fun and educational game “Imagine Me … A Busy, Busy Honey Bee.” Children will receive honey sticks and coloring books.

The Lehigh Valley Beekeepers Association was founded in 1921 and has a membership of more than 250 beekeepers and gardeners from the Lehigh Valley as well as the surrounding multi-county area. Monthly meetings are open to the public; learn more by visiting lehighvalleybeekeepers.org