Givin' a durn about bees since 2009
Category: Announcements
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We Got the Trailer!
Last year the Guild received a Grant for extraction equipment from the PA Dept. of Agriculture. The project is nearing completion with the acquisition of a trailer for honey extraction that will serve as a certified honey kitchen. It features state-of-the-art equipment and aims to facilitate honey processing anywhere and any time.
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Therapeutic Beekeeping Program – Participants Needed!
Researchers from Temple University are seeking older adults for a pilot therapeutic beekeeping program linked to occupational therapy research. Aimed at enhancing mental well-being and social connections through nature, the program involves six guided sessions. No prior experience is necessary, and participation is voluntary
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Do you have boxes to build?
The 4H club of Montgomery County is promoting a bee box assembly event on February 22. They’ve got a bunch of kids ready to hammer and glue but not many boxes yet. So, they are offering free assembly of bee boxes and frames. Fill out the form to express interest and you will be contacted…
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Lankenau – the bee friendly environmental high school
As part of the Philadelphia School District’s Facilities Master Plan Lankenau High School in Roxborough has been scheduled for closure. Lankenau is a strong supporter of beekeeping in Philadelphia. Please join the conversation and support keeping this vital resource open and thriving.
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Chester County Beekeepers Annual Beekeeping Conference
The CCBA Annual Beekeeping Conference is scheduled for March 28, 2026, at Penn State Great Valley Conference Center. The event features a main morning session, three concurrent afternoon sessions, and a vendor area with various beekeeping supplies, apparel, books, and gifts available for attendees.
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Beekeeping Job Openings
Our State Apiary Inspector has taken a new job! We’re going to miss Jeff but this change has created two seasonal beekeeping job openings: a Seasonal Beekeeper Assistant under Jeff and a State Bee Inspector position for Southeast Pennsylvania. Interested candidates should apply promptly.
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Learn about the PA bee law from the experts at Penn State
VIRTUAL LIVE WEBINAR The Pennsylvania Bee Law June 3, 2025 Explore Pennsylvania’s bee law—past, present, and future—and discover how upcoming changes may impact beekeeping across the Commonwealth. Learn about the
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Wow. That was sudden
I hope you had your bees fed up, your insulation on and your treatments done because it just turned COLD! It’s been a bit of a shock. On the last
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Holiday Greens Sale, Solstice Picnic, and Honey Pick-up
On December 8th, we’ll be participating in our final event of the year at Awbury Arboretum. Join us for an open house at the beautiful Cope House and purchase greens
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Your bees are not that busy. What about you?
It rained! Hal I knew ya, but then ya left. An online bee chat is set for this week, focusing on sharing ideas. The November meeting featured a small crowd enjoying pizza. If you weren’t there you are square. Classes for 2025 are available!Come to the the Awbury Winter Open House on December 8 and…