This full-day event, designed for the whole family, is made possible by Spriggly’s Beescaping. From 10:30-11 a.m. and 2:30-3 p.m., families can gather to hear a reading of “Finding Home: A Story of a Mason Bee,” alongside a short presentation on native pollinators. For adults, from 12:30-1:30 p.m. author Brannen Basham will lead an immersive journey through the native plants and animals on the property, drawing from the valuable insights in his book, “A Guide to the Wonderful World Around Us.” Between these scheduled readings and presentation, participants can engage in activities such as bee tube rolling and coloring.

The event is free with no registration required — except for Basham’s 12:30 p.m. program. Register at highlandsbiological.org or by calling 828.526.2623.