This six part series will cover all aspects of beginning beekeeping, whether you think you might like to become a beekeeper or would just like to learn more about honey bees. This program is sponsored by University of Illinois Extension Logan-Menard-Sangamon Unit, Sangamon County Farm Bureau and Prairie State Beekeepers.

Session dates are on Thursdays, February 20, 27, March 5, 12, 19, 26 from 6 to 9 pm. Sessions will be held at the University of Illinois Extension Building, 700 S. Airport Drive, Springfield, IL.

Registration fee of $35 (includes copy of First Lessons in Beekeeping book).  Pre-registration opens on January 2.  Advance registration is required. Class size will be limited. Questions, call the Extension office at (217) 782-4617.