Books & Audiobooks
Beekeeper Dave - from Backed by Bees - helps a child in a bee suit hold up a frame of honey bees.
Our Hive
We have two beehives at our Eastside Branch, adopted in partnership with Backed by Bees, a local beekeeping and mead‑making company that works closely with nature and the seasonal rhythms of bees.
Over the course of the year, each hive grows and changes as the queen leads the colony through cycles of expansion, foraging, and honey production – starting at around 30,000 bees and growing to 60,000 – 80,000 bees at its peak as flowers bloom and food becomes available.
Hosting hives at the library supports pollinators in our community while creating opportunities for environmental literacy, shared learning, and conversations about sustainability and our connection to the natural world.
Upcoming Pollinator Programs
Outdoors
Family Gardening
August 19th: 03:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Families
Registration required
About the Program
Get your hands in the soil and enjoy a fun outdoor gardening experience for the whole family! Join us in the Naturespace to explore, create, and spend time together in the fresh air.
Special Events
Community Green Day
September 12th: 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Families
Drop-in
About the Event
Join us for a community celebration of sustainability, creativity, and environmental action! Organized by members of WPL's Teen Roots & Shoots team, this special event invites community members of all ages to explore hands-on activities focused on caring for our environment and supporting our local community.
Lifelong Learning
Honey Extraction
September 30th: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Families
Registration required
About the Program
A hands-on demonstration of how honey moves from hive to jar, revealing the tools and techniques used by beekeepers. Witness the extraction process and gain a deeper appreciation for the care, effort, and natural rhythm behind every harvest.