Category: Announcements

  • Winter is coming again

    Winter is coming again

    The post discusses the unusual weather patterns in November, reflecting on changing perceptions of seasons. It notes an absence of pollinators and a missed bee chat. Upcoming events include a monthly meeting with pizza and a Winter Solstice Pot Luck. And finally, 2025 bee classes are now available for purchase, both beginner and advanced.

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  • Winter is coming

    Winter is coming

    In November, the warm, dry weather affects beekeeping preparations, including treating bees with oxalic acid. Upcoming events include a monthly meeting with Austin Martin at St. James and a Winter Solstice Potluck. Members can order fondant and are encouraged to collect leftover honey stock for spring sales.

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  • Board Meeting Summary September 5, 2024

    The Philadelphia Beekeepers Guild Board Of Directors held their monthly meeting on September 5, 2024. It was an efficient and lively discussion and here are the takeaways: GrantsThe Guild submitted

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  • Honey  Fest  This Saturday  and Bee Chat  Tonight

    Honey Fest This Saturday and Bee Chat Tonight

    That’s right, the best Saturday of the year is upon us! We’ll be celebrating bees and all things honey, from mead to candles to the raw local good stuff directly

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  • Calling All Bee Enthusiasts!

    We need your passion and support at the upcoming Annual Philadelphia Honey Festival!! This event is a fantastic opportunity to showcase the importance of honey bees, promote urban beekeeping, and

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  • It’s August already?

    It’s August already?

    Beekeepers are gearing up for honey season, making plans for Honey Fest and reflecting on the impact of ApiGaurd Thymol treatments. The outgoing president looks back on their tenure and hopes for a more sustainable future for the Guild. Late season queens are expected to boost honey production. All of this intelligence, artificial and otherwise…

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  • Time to Consign!

    Time to Consign!

    It’s that time again. Every year Honey Fest rolls around and we beg everyone to come out and sell their honey! No one has signed up yet this year although

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  • Here comes Beryl

    Here comes Beryl

    The weather has turned brutal, but relief is coming with Hurricane Beryl. Thank you AI overlord for your summary.

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  • Whatta you know? A nice day for a change

    Whatta you know? A nice day for a change

    Philadelphia beekeepers are gearing up for honey harvesting season, with concerns about colony health and nectar flow timing. Picnic and Honey Kitchen on July 14th! Additionally, a plea for participation in the PA honey bee colony winter loss survey. Read about the Penn State Drone Workshop, and don’t forget the State Beeks Picnic on July…

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