Long Beach Beekeepers upcoming events

Volunteer Hub: Mesa View Middle School (22 May 2026)

Fri, 22 May 2026 07:30:00 GMT

Share the Buzz—Volunteer at Mesa View Middles School's 6th Grade Program!

Do you enjoy working with students or have an interest in honey bees and the environment? We’re looking for volunteers to help bring engaging, hands-on bee education to Mesa View's 6th grade class!

This is a great opportunity to inspire curiosity, teach students about pollinators, and highlight the important role bees play in our ecosystem. No prior teaching experience is required—just a willingness to learn, connect, and share.

Help students discover the world of honey bees
Support interactive, memorable learning experiences
Make a positive impact in your community

If you’re interested in volunteering or would like more details, we’d love to hear from you!

Date: Friday, May 22, 2026
Setup: starts at 12:30 PM
Event: 1:00 - 2:45
Location: Mesa View Middle School, Multipurpose Room
Student count: 250 6th graders

Hive Cut-Outs (23 May 2026)

Sat, 23 May 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Picture this: Your new neighbors have asked you for help after noticing bees buzzing near a bird house in their new backyard. As you suspect, a colony of honeybees is living in there, and they need to go! But how can you help?? This hands-on class provides instruction on everything you need to know to perform a "Cut-Out," that is gently removing the bees and comb and properly placing them in a new, manageable, forever home. Students will get hands-on experience performing cut outs, under the supervision of experienced bee rescuers.

This class is designed for second-year+ beekeepers looking to expand their knowledge, who want to delve into the world of bee rescues. Participants must be fully suited and gloved. A hive tool and smoker are recommended. Summer is around the corner, so don't forget your water!

First Fridays Volunteer Hub (5 Jun 2026)

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 01:30:00 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.

Beekeeping 101 - Moore Community Garden (6 Jun 2026)

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 15:00:00 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 wait list. We will notify you if a space opens up, or you will get priority registration for the next Beekeeping 101. For children under 8yo, please contact us to be placed on the list for our next "Beekeeping 101 for Kids" class.

Registration for Moore Garden opens mid-May. Wait list from the previous session will get priority registration.

Bee Team: Sanctuary Hive Inspections (6 Jun 2026)

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 15:30:00 GMT

The Willow Springs Bee Sanctuary will be open for Bee Team members to come and help inspect bee hives. Registration for this event is by invitation only. Please bring your protective gear, hive tools, smokers, and drinking water.

El Santuario de Abejas estará abierto para que los miembros del Bee Team ayuden con inspecciones de colmenas. Es necesario registrarse para este evento. Traiga su equipo de protección, herramienta, fumador y agua para beber.

Monthly Meeting (7 Jun 2026)

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Long Beach Beekeepers meet on the first Sunday of the month and welcome everyone from the experienced to the novice beekeeper to those just curious about beekeeping. The in-person meeting is open to the general public. Members who opt to attend online will be emailed the meeting link and passcode.

In addition to a guest speaker, meetings feature an opportunity drawing and the ever-popular Honey of the Month tasting, courtesy of Doug Garrett in June. What a sweet deal!

Special thanks to EDCO Recycling & Transfer for hosting our meetings.

Beekeeping 101 - Zaferia Junction Community Garden (21 Jun 2026)

Sun, 21 Jun 2026 15:00:00 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.

Registration for Zaferia Junction opens May 21. Wait list from the previous session will get priority registration.

Apicultura 101 (28 Jun 2026)

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Apicultura 101 es un curso introductorio que incluye instrucción y preparación para inspeccionar las colmenas de abejas de miel, si el clima lo permite.

NOTE FOR FLUENT ENGLISH SPEAKERS BELOW, AT THE END OF CLASS DESCRIPTION.

1) Este curso es gratis.
2) SE REQUIERE REGISTRO EN LÍNEA, INCLUYENDO CADA INVITADO. NO HAY ACCESO PARA PERSONAS EXTRA, POR FAVOR.
3) No es necesaria experiencia previa.
4) Use pantalones largos, gruesos y sueltos, de color claro (no oscuros ); zapatos cerrados, preferiblemente BOTAS; y calcetines largos y gruesos. Por razones de seguridad, no se permitirá la participación en la inspección de la colmena a personas sin la cobertura adecuada (por ejemplo pantalones cortos, sandalias, sin calcetines, etc.).
5) Por favor traiga agua potable.
6) Nosotros proveeremos la chaqueta y los guantes protectores. Por favor avísenos su talla para la chaqueta.
7) Tenga en cuenta: siempre existe la posibilidad de sufrir picaduras de abeja.

NOTA SOBRE EL ESPACIO: Apicultura 101 en español se llevará a cabo cada semester. El espacio es limitado y es posible que la clase se llene. Reserve su plaza registrándose ahora. Una vez que la clase se llene, podrá unirse a la lista de espera. Le notificaremos si se abre un espacio, u obtendrá inscripción prioritaria para la próxima clase Apicultura 101. Si sucede después de inscibirse, que ya no podrá asistir, por favor cancele su registración para que otra persona pueda asistir.

FLUENT ENGLISH SPEAKERS: Due to the high number of fluent English speakers who would like to learn beekeeping terminology in Spanish, we have created a glossary of Spanish beekeeping terms (please request by email at educationchair@longbeachbeekeepers.org). We would like to keep this class accessible to people who are not fluent in English. Our target audience for this class is non- or limited-English speakers, as well as their companion(s) regardless of language ability. Thank you.