Weekend seminars on bee keeping and attracting birds

Honey bees have long been recognized as vital to successful pollination in plants and whose honey provides health benefits to humans.

For the first time David Ruf, owner of Greenhouse Garden Center will offer a free seminar, "Introduction to Honey Bee Keeping" beginning at 10 a.m. today.

On Sunday, Elona Lathrop, a local birder, will give a free seminar, "Attracting Birds To Your Yard"at 11 a.m. Her vast knowledge in bird identification and habits will be very interesting to all gardeners who enjoy attracting birds into their yards.

No reservations are required for either seminar, which will be held outdoors. For details, call 882-8600.