Curious about what goes on behind the scenes at SFBA? Join us for our quarterly in-person Board Meeting and get an inside look at the exciting work our club is doing. From organizing Bee Delivery Day to keeping our elite team of Swarm Catchers on their toes, this is a great opportunity to learn and connect with fellow members who volunteer to help make it all happen.
Please RSVP to Club Secretary, Todd
Intro Beekeeping Training registration is now open. Each spring the San Francisco Beekeepers Association conducts a pair of classes for new and intermediate beekeepers. These classes are filled with the practical knowledge beekeepers need to keep bees healthy and alive. They are $100 for the pair of classes and you must be a current club member or join to attend. Here's a link to join or renew.
And here's a link to more information about the classes.
Note: In order to provide the best learning experience, we limit the training to 60 individuals.
Julia Mahood - It’s All About the Drones!
March 4th 2026, St. John Armenian Church, 275 Olympia Way, SF
Drones are the Jan Brady's of the colony: overlooked, underappreciated, and constantly hearing about how great their sisters are. Learn all about the amazing drones and their mysterious drone congregation areas (and how to find them using the other kind of drone) at this informative talk.
Julia Mahood is a Georgia Master Crafts Beekeeper who has been keeping bees since 2004. Julia was awarded the Georgia Beekeeper of the year in 2018. A graphic artist, she designed the Georgia “Save the honey bee” license plate. She is passionate about education and teaches beekeeping in Georgia prisons.
March 10th Zoom Board Meeting
Curious about what goes on behind the scenes at SFBA? Join us for our March Zoom Board Meeting and get an inside look at the exciting work our club is doing. From organizing Bee Delivery Day to keeping our elite team of Swarm Catchers on their toes, this is a great opportunity to learn and connect with fellow members who volunteer to help make it all happen.
Beekeeper Panel & Open Forum: Getting Ready for Bees!
St. John Armenian Church, 275 Olympia Way, SF
April 7th Zoom Board Meeting
Curious about what goes on behind the scenes at SFBA? Join us for our March Zoom Board Meeting and get an inside look at the exciting work our club is doing. From organizing Bee Delivery Day to keeping our elite team of Swarm Catchers equipped with buckets on sticks, this is a great opportunity to learn and connect with fellow members who volunteer to help make it all happen.
Randy Oliver - Modern Beekeeping
We’re thrilled to welcome Randy Oliver, a highly respected voice in California beekeeping. Join us for an engaging talk with Randy exploring his practical philosophies and research-driven approach to beekeeping.
Known for his work through ScientificBeekeeping.com and other publications, Randy translates complex research into clear, actionable insights that are especially relevant for California beekeepers. Bring your questions for a lively Q&A covering his latest experiments, teaching and mentorship, and experience producing nucs and honey.
Panel Discussion: Monitoring Mites & TreatmentSt. John Armenian Church, 275 Olympia Way, SFJoin us for a panel discussion focused on practical, effective strategies for monitoring mite levels and selecting appropriate treatment options throughout the season. Experienced beekeepers will discuss common monitoring methods, when and why to treat, compare miticide options, and share lessons learned from their own apiaries. Whether you’re navigating mites for the first time or exploring a new approach, this forum will help you make more informed and timely decisions for healthy hives. Bring your questions: this session will include ample time for Q&A.
Curious about what goes on behind the scenes at SFBA? Join us for our Zoom Board Meeting and get an inside look at the exciting work our club is doing. From organizing Bee Delivery Day to keeping our customized fleet of vintage motorized extractors in tip-top shape, this is a great opportunity to learn and connect with fellow members who volunteer to help make it all happen.
Jenna Letain - Bee Ready: Stay Ahead of Hive Diseases
Join Jenna Letain, a Canada-based scientist, co-founder and COO behind BeeSafe Biotech, as she shares her research-driven perspective on honey bee viruses and the growing role of early detection tools.
Jenna will discuss what her research has uncovered, how rapid detection methods are being developed to identify hive threats, and why early discovery can make a meaningful difference for beekeepers. Expect approachable science and a look at where hive health technology is headed.
July 7th Zoom Board Meeting
Curious about what goes on behind the scenes at SFBA? Join us for our Zoom Board Meeting and get an inside look at the exciting work our club is doing. From organizing our collection of drawn comb by number of open cells to keeping our elite team of Swarm Catchers equipped with the most state-of-the-art technology, this is a great opportunity to learn and connect with fellow members who volunteer to help make it all happen.
Shoshana Zeldner - On Honey Flavor and AromaSt. John Armenian Church, 275 Olympia Way, SF
We’re delighted to host Shoshana Zeldner, honey expert and Director of Brand Strategy at Z Specialty Food, a leading honey distributor based in Woodland, CA.
Shoshana brings a deep, multi-generational perspective shaped by her family’s long-standing involvement in the honey world, and works closely with her mother, Amina Harris, one of the foremost experts on California varietal honeys. Join us for an engaging (and sweet!) talk exploring honey, flavor, and the stories behind California’s remarkable varietals.
Curious about what goes on behind the scenes at SFBA? Join us for our August in-person Board Meeting and get an inside look at the exciting work our club is doing. From our partnership with the de Young to leading educational bee outreach programs, this is a great opportunity to learn and connect with fellow members who volunteer to help make it all happen.
September 15th Zoom Board Meeting
Curious about what goes on behind the scenes at SFBA? Join us for our March Zoom Board Meeting and get an inside look at the exciting work our club is doing. From organizing our swarm catching team to keeping a head on the "Hive Mind" bee sculpture at the de Young museum, this is a great opportunity to learn and connect with fellow members who volunteer to help make it all happen.
Fall Preparedness Forum and Bee NutritionSt. John Armenian Church, 275 Olympia Way, SF
As the season shifts and your colony activity slows down, join us for a fall-focused forum and discussion on preparing your bees for the winter months ahead. This meeting will feature a SFBA panel addressing key aspects of fall hive management, including feeding strategies, temperature and moisture management, and how to support healthy winter hives. Bring your questions: this is a practical and timely conversation designed to help you confidently transition your colonies into winter.
October 13th Zoom Board Meeting
Curious about what goes on behind the scenes at SFBA? Join us for our Zoom Board Meeting and get an inside look at the exciting work our club is doing. From organizing our swarm catching team to maintaining a whole year's worth of captivating presentations at our member meetings, this is a great opportunity to learn and connect with fellow members who volunteer to help make it all happen.
Beeswax Candle Making: Techniques & TipsSt. John Armenian Church, 275 Olympia Way, SF
Learn about the art of creating beautiful, clean-burning beeswax candles in this hands-on presentation focused on working with wax from the hive. We’ll cover the candle-making process, including cleaning and preparing beeswax, selecting molds, matching wick size to candle diameter, ideal temperatures for melting and pouring, and techniques for avoiding common issues like sinking, cracking, and wax bloom. The session will include a live candle-making demonstration with opportunities for audience participation.
SFBA Holiday Potluck Dinner PartySt. John Armenian Church, 275 Olympia Way, SF
Mark your calendars: Wednesday, December 2nd will be our biggest celebration of the year: the SFBA Member Holiday Potluck Dinner Party! Come for the feast, stay for the fun, and celebrate the season with your fellow beekeepers. It’s a night of great food, warm community, and festive cheer that you won’t want to miss!
Keep an eye out for the event page and RSVP in early November!
Curious about what goes on behind the scenes at SFBA? Join us for our Zoom Board Meeting and get an inside look at the exciting work our club is doing. From organizing Bee Delivery Day to keeping our elite team of Swarm Catchers on their toes, this is a great opportunity to learn and connect with fellow members who volunteer to help make it all happen.
