San Francisco Beekeepers Association upcoming events

Bee Delivery Day 2026 (25 Apr 2026)

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Bee Packages, Queens & Nucs

The pickup date for packages, individual queens and YC nucs is schedule for Saturday, April 25th, Noon until 2pm.

Location will be St. John's Church, 275 Olympia Way in SF (where we hold our meetings)

Deadline for ordering is Thursday, April 16 at 8pm

Club Meeting: Modern Beekeeping with Randy Oliver (6 May 2026)

Thu, 07 May 2026 01:30:00 GMT

Randy Oliver - Modern Beekeeping

St. John Armenian Church, 275 Olympia Way, SF

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.

Club Meeting: Monitoring Mites & Treatment, a Panel Discussion (3 Jun 2026)

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 01:30:00 GMT

Panel Discussion: Monitoring Mites & Treatment
St. John Armenian Church, 275 Olympia Way, SF

Join 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.

Bee Ready: Stay Ahead of Hive Diseases, with Jenna Letain (1 Jul 2026)

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 01:30:00 GMT

Jenna Letain - Bee Ready: Stay Ahead of Hive Diseases

St. John Armenian Church, 275 Olympia Way, SF

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.

Club Meeting: Honey Flavor and Aroma, with Shoshana Zeldner (5 Aug 2026)

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 01:30:00 GMT

Shoshana Zeldner - On Honey Flavor and Aroma
St. 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.

Club Meeting - Fall Preparedness Forum and Bee Nutrition (7 Oct 2026)

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 01:30:00 GMT

Fall Preparedness Forum and Bee Nutrition
St. 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.

Club Meeting: Beeswax Candle Making (4 Nov 2026)

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 02:30:00 GMT

Beeswax Candle Making: Techniques & Tips
St. 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.