Long Beach Beekeepers upcoming events

First Fridays Volunteer Hub (6 Nov 2026)

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 02:30:00 GMT

Ready to join other club members spread the news about honey bees? Please join us at First Fridays in Bixby Knolls. Even if you're new to beekeeping, you can help! By hanging around us, you already know more than the general public. And you know what they say... teaching something helps you to learn it better yourself. So come spread the word! Whether you are able to attend for all or part of the event, your help is always appreciated.

Managing Italian Colonies (7 Nov 2026)

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Come join us at Willow Springs Bee Sanctuary, to learn about Italian bees. Italian bees display different behaviors and require different care than our local "survivor" bees. Mites must be managed year-round to ensure the colony’s survival. This class is designed for established beginner or intermediate beekeepers who need to learn how to manage Italan honeybees. Protective gear is required (suit/jacket, closed shoes, gloves), and drinking water is recommended. This is an ongoing series that takes place about once a month, and space is limited to 6.

ALL ATTENDEES MUST BE REGISTERED - NO DROP-INS OR ADDITIONAL PEOPLE. Reserve your spot by registering now. Once the class fills, you will be able to join the wait list. We will notify you if anyone cancels.

This event is free of charge. REGISTRATION FOR ALL ATTENDEES IS REQUIRED and available to club members only.

Beekeeping 101 - Moore Community Garden (7 Nov 2026)

Sat, 07 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Beekeeping 101 is an introductory class that will give beginners a glimpse into the secret lives of honeybees. The class includes instruction, discussions, and suiting up to inspect the hives in the bee yard, weather permitting. We invite guests to take the class more than once, as there’s always something new happening in the hive. Recommended for ages 8+.

Free!
ONLINE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED, INCLUDING GUESTS. NO DROP-INS OR EXTRA PEOPLE, PLEASE.
No prior experience is needed.
Wear long, THICK, loose, lighter colored pants, such as jeans; CLOSED SHOES, preferably BOOTS, to protect your ankles; and thick long socks. For safety reasons, persons without proper coverage will not be permitted to participate in the hive inspection. NO shorts, leggings, sandals or clogs, ankle socks, etc
Please bring drinking water.
Please provide loaner bee jacket size at the time of registration.
Minimum age is 8 years old.
Be aware: there is always a possibility of bee stings.

NOTE REGARDING SPACE: Beekeeping 101 is currently offered twice a month, at two separate apiaries. Space is limited and the classes fill very quickly. Reserve your spot by registering now. Once the class fills, you will be able to join the WAITLIST. We will notify you if a space opens up, or you will get priority registration for the next Beekeeping 101. Drop-ins are not permitted. For children under 8yo, please contact us to be placed on the list for our next "Beekeeping 101 for Kids" class.

Registration for this event opens October 16. Wait list from the previous session will get priority registration.

Volunteer Hub: Sanctuary Work Party (8 Nov 2026)

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT

The Willow Springs Bee Sanctuary will be open for volunteers to come and help maintain, clean, and organize our site. Registration for this event is required.

Please wear closed shoes and sun protection. Bring drinking water and work gloves. If available, please also bring gardening tools such as a rake, hoe, shovel or any other tools. Bee suit not required, but if you have one, please bring it, in case there is work near the bees.

Volunteer Hub: Maple Village Harvest Faire (14 Nov 2026)

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 18:00:00 GMT

On Saturday, November 14, Maple Village Waldorf School presents its annual Harvest Faire, and the Long Beach Beekeepers have been invited to participate, alongside our beloved bees. The Harvest Faire is a day full of wonderful activities for all ages, but especially for elementary aged kids. Setup is 10:00-11:00; event is 11:00-4:00; take-down 4:00-4:30. Three shifts available! We will facilitate a bee activity for kids at 12:30 and 2:30PM. Activity and supplies will be provided.

Shift times:

SHIFT 1: 10:00-12:00 (set-up and tabling)

SHIFT 2: 12:00-2:00 (tabling, lead bee activity for kids at 12:30)

SHIFT 3: 2:00-4:30 (tabling, lead bee activity for kids at 2:30, take-down 4-4:30).

There's a fire dancer show at the end, so stick around after take-down if you can!

We will have an observation hive, the education hive (box with posters), and honey sticks. Feel free to bring your own miscellaneous props (e.g. hive tool, smoker, veil), but be sure to take them with you when you're done with your shift.

Beyond Honey: Gifts from the Hive (14 Nov 2026)

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Look Beyond Honey to receive added value from your apiary. In this hands-on workshop. Participants will use beeswax from our Willow Springs Bee Sanctuary plus easy to source ingredients to make personal care and household items.

Your course fee covers all materials. Each participant will help make and take home these beeswax products:

One six ounce jar of lotion
Four tubes of lip balm
Six birthday candles
One food wrap

Beyond Honey will be held in a private home in the Rose Park neighborhood of Long Beach, near 7th Street and Junipero Avenue. Workshop address will be emailed with your registration confirmation.

Beekeeping 101 - Zaferia Junction Community Garden (15 Nov 2026)

Sun, 15 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Free!
ONLINE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED, INCLUDING GUESTS. NO DROP-INS OR EXTRA PEOPLE, PLEASE.
No prior experience is needed.
Wear long thick, loose, lighter colored pants; closed-toed shoes, preferably BOOTS; and thick long socks. For safety reasons, persons without proper coverage (e.g. wearing shorts, leggings, sandals, ankle socks, etc.) will not be permitted to participate in the hive inspection.
Please bring drinking water.
Please provide loaner bee jacket size at the time of registration.
Minimum age is 8 years old.
Be aware: there is always a possibility of bee stings.

NOTE REGARDING SPACE: Beekeeping 101 is currently offered twice a month, at two separate apiaries. Space is limited and the classes fill very quickly. Reserve your spot by registering now. Once the class fills, you will be able to join the wait list. We will notify you if a space opens up, or you will get priority registration for the next Beekeeping 101. Drop-ins are not permitted. For children under 8yo, please contact us to be placed on the list for our next "Beekeeping 101 for Kids" class.

Registration for this event opens October 19. Wait list from the previous session will get priority registration.

Beyond Honey: Gifts from the Hive (15 Nov 2026)

Sun, 15 Nov 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Your course fee covers all materials. Each participant will help make and take home these beeswax products:

One six ounce jar of lotion
Four tubes of lip balm
Six birthday candles
One food wrap

Please note this workshop will also be offered on November 14.

Beyond Honey will be held in a private home in the Rose Park neighborhood of Long Beach, near 7th Street and Junipero Avenue. Workshop address will be emailed with your registration confirmation.