Monthly Meet-Up (Threadbare Cider House)

Guest Speaker: Bonnie Hall PA State Bee Inspector (Topic of Conversation Amercian Foulbrood) Date: Wednesday July 31st Time: 6:30pm – 9pm Location: Threadbare Cider 1291 Spring Garden Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212 Enjoy a great evening, socialize with fellow beekeepers, and then participate in an educational discussion topic. The mix of new and and experienced beekeepers offers many different perspectives. Alcoholic beverages can be purchase at this location. We will NOT have a pot luck dinner during this meeting! 9.9% of all drink and bottle sales will be donated to Burgh Bees. There is a large free parking lot at this facility with plenty of parking right outside the front door. If you need more info please contact: Kyle Pattison 724.448.5712 [email protected]

By |September 16th, 2018|Comments Off on Monthly Meet-Up (Threadbare Cider House)

Monthly Meet Up (Threadbare Cider House and Meadery)

Date: Monday September 24th Time: 6:30pm – 9pm Location: Threadbare Cider House and Meadery 1291 Spring Garden Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15212 Enjoy a great pot luck supper, socialize with fellow beekeepers, and then participate in an educational discussion topic. The mix of new and and experienced beekeepers offers many different perspectives. Bring a hot dish, salad, or dessert to share. Plates, utensils, and soft drinks are provided. Alcoholic beverages can be purchase at this location. 9.9% of all drink and bottle sales will be donated to Burgh Bees. There is a large free parking lot at this facility with plenty of parking right outside the front door. Walk into the Cider Cellar if its rainy or we will be under the Tent if its nice everything is on the lower level.

By |June 18th, 2018|Comments Off on Monthly Meet Up (Threadbare Cider House and Meadery)

Monthly Meet Up – NEW LOCATION

Date: Thursday, April 25th Time: 6:00pm – Dusk Location: Burgh Bees Community Apiary 6933 Susquehanna St, Pittsburgh, PA 15208 RAIN LOCATION East End Brewing Co. 147 Julius Street Pittsburgh, PA 15206 Enjoy a great evening to socialize with fellow beekeepers, and participate in an educational discussion topic. The mix of new and experienced beekeepers offers many different perspectives. We have 4 large picnic tables at the apiary but please bring seating of your own. Our meetups have been filling up! If weather permits we'll take a peek inside some hives to see what's going on. We will be having a Spring Picnic Pot Luck, so bring a dish of your favorite recipe! ALSO BYOB!!  

By |May 29th, 2018|Comments Off on Monthly Meet Up – NEW LOCATION

Monthly Meet Up (Threadbare Cider House and Meadery)

Date: Monday May 21st Time: 6:30pm – 9pm Location: Threadbare Cider House and Meadery 1291 Spring Garden Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15212 Enjoy a great pot luck supper, socialize with fellow beekeepers, and then participate in an educational discussion topic. The mix of new and and experienced beekeepers offers many different perspectives. Bring a hot dish, salad, or dessert to share. Plates, utensils, and soft drinks are provided. Alcoholic beverages can be purchase at this location. 9.9% of all drink and bottle sales will be donated to Burgh Bees. There is a large free parking lot at this facility with plenty of parking right outside the front door. Walk into the Cider Cellar if its rainy or we will be under the Tent if its nice everything is on the lower level.

By |May 15th, 2018|Comments Off on Monthly Meet Up (Threadbare Cider House and Meadery)

Burgh Bees Monthly Meet-Up and Pot Luck with a Local Beekeeper

Date: Monday January 29th Time: 7pm - 9pm Location: Penn State Center Pittsburgh 1435 Bedford Ave, Suite (Level) A Pittsburgh PA 15219 Enjoy a great pot luck supper, socialize with fellow beekeepers, and then participate in an educational discussion topic. The mix of new and and experienced beekeepers offers many different perspectives. Bring a hot dish, salad, or dessert to share. Plates, utensils, and soft drinks are provided. No alcoholic beverages are allowed at this location. There is a large free parking lot at this facility with plenty of parking right outside the front door. Take the elevator or stairs to level A. Discussion Topics: Overwintering the Hive and Preparing for First Inspections - Lead by Paul Martin, Paul assists Burgh Bees & its members in any way that fosters new and experienced beekeepers to be successful.    

By |January 19th, 2018|Comments Off on Burgh Bees Monthly Meet-Up and Pot Luck with a Local Beekeeper

Burgh Bees Monthly Meet-Up and Pot Luck

Date: Monday October 23rd Time: 7pm - 9pm Location: Penn State Center Pittsburgh 1435 Bedford Ave, Suite (Level) A Pittsburgh PA 15219 Enjoy a great pot luck supper, socialize with fellow beekeepers, and then participate in an educational discussion topic. The mix of new and and experienced beekeepers offers many different perspectives. Bring a hot dish, salad, or dessert to share. Plates, utensils, and soft drinks are provided. No alcoholic beverages are allowed at this location. There is a large free parking lot at this facility with plenty of parking right outside the front door. Take the elevator or stairs to level A. Quarterly Membership Update: We will review what projects and issues are being worked by the Board of Directors. Discussion Topics: Bring in a sample from a plant you see blooming and have it identified. Discussion of importance of mite monitoring and treatment options.    

By |October 4th, 2017|Comments Off on Burgh Bees Monthly Meet-Up and Pot Luck

Open Apiary September 15th

Want to learn more about bees and beekeeping?  Want to see inside a beehive?  Want to tour our Certified Pollination Gardens then, come out to our monthly Open Apiary. Protective head equipment will be provided. Please wear or bring long sleeved shirts, preferably with a collar, and long pants (no Capris or shorts please!). Also closed-toed shoes such as tennis shoes are recommended! A $10 suggested donation per person to Burgh Bees is appreciated. Registration is limited to 15 attendees, so register early! Members of the Penn State Master Gardner Program will be on hand to talk about the importance of pollinator gardens, point out the different plants found at the Apiary, and to answer any questions you have. RSVP by Friday September 14th, at 5:00 PM to Kyle Pattison at [email protected] Location: Homewood Apiary 6933 Susquehanna St., Pittsburgh, 15208 Time: 11am-1pm (gates close at 11:15AM - no late arrivals will be permitted)

By |April 13th, 2017|Comments Off on Open Apiary September 15th

Open Apiary August 18th

Want to learn more about bees and beekeeping?  Want to see inside a beehive?  Want to tour our Certified Pollination Gardens then, come out to our monthly Open Apiary. Protective head equipment will be provided. Please wear or bring long sleeved shirts, preferably with a collar, and long pants (no Capris or shorts please!). Also closed-toed shoes such as tennis shoes are recommended! A $10 suggested donation per person to Burgh Bees is appreciated. Registration is limited to 15 attendees, so register early! Members of the Penn State Master Gardner Program will be on hand to talk about the importance of pollinator gardens, point out the different plants found at the Apiary, and to answer any questions you have. RSVP by Friday August 17th, at 5:00 PM to Kyle Pattison at [email protected] Location: Homewood Apiary 6933 Susquehanna St., Pittsburgh, 15208 Time: 11am-1pm (gates close at 11:15AM - no late arrivals will be permitted)

By |April 13th, 2017|Comments Off on Open Apiary August 18th

Open Apiary July 21st

Want to learn more about bees and beekeeping?  Want to see inside a beehive?  Want to tour our Certified Pollination Gardens then, come out to our monthly Open Apiary. Protective head equipment will be provided. Please wear or bring long sleeved shirts, preferably with a collar, and long pants (no Capris or shorts please!). Also closed-toed shoes such as tennis shoes are recommended! A $10 suggested donation per person to Burgh Bees is appreciated. Registration is limited to 15 attendees, so register early! Members of the Penn State Master Gardner Program will be on hand to talk about the importance of pollinator gardens, point out the different plants found at the Apiary, and to answer any questions you have. RSVP by Friday July 20st, at 5:00 PM to Kyle Pattison at [email protected] Location: Homewood Apiary 6933 Susquehanna St., Pittsburgh, 15208 Time: 11am-1pm (gates close at 11:15AM - no late arrivals will be permitted)

By |April 13th, 2017|Comments Off on Open Apiary July 21st

Open Apiary June 16

Want to learn more about bees and beekeeping?  Want to see inside a beehive?  Want to tour our Certified Pollination Gardens then, come out to our monthly Open Apiary. Protective head equipment will be provided. Please wear or bring long sleeved shirts, preferably with a collar, and long pants (no Capris or shorts please!). Also closed-toed shoes such as tennis shoes are recommended! A $10 suggested donation per person to Burgh Bees is appreciated. Registration is limited to 15 attendees, so register early! Members of the Penn State Master Gardner Program will be on hand to talk about the importance of pollinator gardens, point out the different plants found at the Apiary, and to answer any questions you have. RSVP by Thursday June 14th, at 5:00 PM to Kyle Pattison at [email protected] Location: Homewood Apiary 6933 Susquehanna St., Pittsburgh, 15208 Time: 11am-1pm (gates close at 11:15AM - no late arrivals will be permitted)

By |April 13th, 2017|Comments Off on Open Apiary June 16