Life on the Seas with Fred Richards
and
Life with the Bees with Jim and Katie Watt

Life on the Seas
Join former Merchant Marine helmsman Fred Richards for a photo tour of his two voyages in the 1970s on replenishment supply ships with the US Navy. See close-up views of the Sixth Fleet’s two aircraft carrier groups as they were re-fueled and re-provisioned while underway in the Mediterranean Sea; and learn how since World War II the Navy has refined the re-supply capability of its fleets to maintain battle readiness.

Life with the Bees

Jim and Katie Watt, a local father-daughter duo, share the inspiring story behind the founding of the Concord Bee Company. Hear firsthand how a shared passion for beekeeping grew into a thriving small business. From their first hive to their mission of supporting pollinators and producing high-quality local honey, their journey is one of entrepreneurship, family, and environmental stewardship. Whether you’re a nature enthusiast, aspiring beekeeper, or simply curious about the buzz behind bees, you will find this talk informative and heartwarming.

Wednesday, April 15, 2026
7:30 PM (Doors open at 7:00)
Free
No tickets or reservations required
All ages welcome
Concord City Auditorium, 2 Prince Street
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