Weekend Planner: Bees, Music And Summer Fun

Love 'em or hate 'em, the world can't survive without bees, according to experts.

Join Mea McNeil, local farmer and beekeeper, at Sloat Garden Center in Kentfield on Friday at 4 p.m. for a discussion on attracting these important pollinators. This talk, "The ABCs of Bees," will also provide you with information on the basics of beekeeping.

Check with your local town officials to identify any regulations regarding beekeeping.

Check the for more things to do, or to post your own activities. Meanwhile, here are a few things to enjoy this weekend:

• Larkspur Recreation is offering Kindermusik with Andrea on Friday at 9 a.m. Register through the Larkspur Recreation Department. Kindermusik is a developmentally appropriate music and movement class that enhances your child's total development through song, dance, instrument, exploration, and so much more. The classes include materials you can take home and keep! Class Times: Newborn-1 1/2 years- 9:00am-9:45am 1 1/2 years-3 years- 10:00am-10:45am 3 years-5 years- 11:00am-11:45am. Please remember registration is required. There are various different sessions throughout the year.

• Cheer on your favorite local driver this weekend during the NHRA Division 7 drag races at Race Sonoma.

• When you're at the Marin Country Mart farmers market on Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., enjoy the many tastes of summer, but also take some time out to enjoy the live entertainment, the farm animals and the face painting. And look for Saturday's new Recipe of the Week for some kitchen ideas using farm-fresh ingredients.

• The James Moseley Band is slated to perform at the Piccolo Pavilion in Corte Madera on Sunday at 5 p.m. as part of the free Summer Concert Series sponsored by the Corte Madera Community Foundation.

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