Lake Metroparks Farmpark will hold Milk & Honey Weekend this weekend (Aug. 17-18), giving visitors of all ages activities to illustrate how many of the foods and products we consume daily are brought from a farm setting.
Activities will include hands-on and machine milking, cream separating, ice cream making, while guests also will be able to sample freshly made treats in addition to various cheeses manufactured by Middlefield Original Cheese Co-op.
Other activities include beekeeper chats and honey harvesting demonstrations, providing attendees the chance to learn more about the process of pollination and the important roles bees and pollinator-friendly plants play. Packaged ice cream, cheese and honey products will be available for purchase at the event.
“Farmpark’s mission is to provide a connection to our agricultural roots while helping people understand where our food and clothing come from,” explains Lake Metroparks Farmpark Event Manager Andy McGovern. “This event provides a fun way for people of all ages to learn how important pollinators are to our food supply and how many products are created using milk and honey,” McGovern adds.
Farmpark admission ($7-$9) or membership applies.
