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Beekeeping 101: Starting Your First Hive

2026-03-28 12:00:00 2026-03-28 13:00:00 America/New_York Beekeeping 101: Starting Your First Hive Local beekeeper Patricia Backer covers the basics: what equipment you need, how a hive works, where bees come from, and what to expect during your first season. Registration begins February 23. Norton Branch Library - Community Room

Saturday, March 28
12:00pm - 1:00pm

Norton Branch Library

Community Room

Local beekeeper Patricia Backer covers the basics: what equipment you need, how a hive works, where bees come from, and what to expect during your first season. Registration begins February 23.

Register online, in person, or by calling 330.825.7800.

Curious about keeping bees but not sure where to begin? This class will help you get started. This program is part of the Summit County Farm Bureau’s “Food for Thought” series in celebration of America 250.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Education |

Norton Branch Library

norton@akronlibrary.org
Phone: 330.825.7800
Branch manager
Tori Berger

Hours
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Mon, Jul 20 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jul 21 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jul 22 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jul 23 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jul 24 12:00PM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jul 25 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jul 26 Closed

About the branch

The Norton Branch Library supports the informational and entertainment needs of many different communities including Barberton, Copley and Doylestown. It is strategically located on South Cleveland-Massillion Road in the heart of Norton. The Library’s collection is rich with books, magazines, music, and movies that match the needs and interests of all the patrons it serves. The branch conveniently offers computers, WiFi, printing, copying, scanning and faxing. A large children’s area complete with toys and puzzles encompasses half of the library while the teen and adult collections fan out across the rest of the building. The Library also boasts an attractive outdoor NatureConnect reading garden for observation, events and enjoyment.

The Norton Branch hosts a variety of classes and events to engage and entertain all age groups. Some of the branch’s recurring programming includes pre‐school story time, school age programming and activities for tweens and teens. Adult programs include book clubs, lectures, musical performances and hands-on computer training.

The Norton Branch Library staff is very knowledgeable and friendly and can always be counted on to find information or recommend a fantastic read. The Library is invested in the community it serves and partners with a variety of organizations throughout the year including the Norton Cider Festival and Norton Local Schools. The Norton Branch Library truly is at the heart of Norton.

Upcoming Events

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Thu, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Tue, Jul 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Thu, Jul 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Tue, Aug 04, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Wed, Aug 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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