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Category: Events
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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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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…
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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
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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Honey Fest 2024 Recap
We had a great time at Honey Fest this year! It was only one day and at one venue, but we had record turnout in spite of the threat of
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The Best Bee Beard Ever
Honey Fest was a big success this year! It was only one day instead of the two or three we usually have. However, we had record turnout at Wyck and
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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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Picnic Rescheduled!
Beekeepers gather every summer for the Summer Solstice picnic, celebrating the end of swarm season and the upcoming honey harvest. Festivities include grilling, honey extraction, and a honey tasting event.
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Don’t Miss the 2024 CCBA Conference – Saturday, March 9th
The 2024 Chester County Beekeepers Association (CCBA) Annual Virtual Conference is set for Saturday, March 9th, from 8am to 5pm. The Chester County Beekeepers Association has lined up more than
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Oxalic Acid in the crisp autumn breeze
Oxalic acid can be a very effective mite treatment during the winter brood break. Oxalic is a relatively well tolerated treatment and when the mites are all outside of capped