Association Meeting 3-19-2025

Will County Farm Bureau Building 100 Manhattan Rd Joliet, IL 60433, Joliet, IL, United States

Come to our March monthly Membership meeting to hear local and national beekeeping news, see presentations on bee biology and hive management, engage in discussions with other bee-interested people, and share stories with mentors. All ages and experience levels welcome. Your first meeting requires no dues.

STEM Fest 2025

White Oak Public Library Bolingbrook Brantch 201 W. Normantown Road, Romeoville, IL, United States

STEM Fest 2025 Saturday, April 12th, 2025 at the Romeoville Branch from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. Science is Awesome! That's the message for kids and adults who attend our event. We welcome families, scout troops, teachers, and students of all ages for a fantastic day of science. Experience outstanding hands-on activities and engaging demonstrations [...]

Association Meeting 4-16-2025

Will County Farm Bureau Building 100 Manhattan Rd Joliet, IL 60433, Joliet, IL, United States

Come to our April monthly Membership meeting to hear local and national beekeeping news, see presentations on bee biology and hive management, engage in discussions with other bee-interested people, and share stories with mentors. All ages and experience levels welcome. Your first meeting requires no dues.

Bolingbrook 2025 Arbor Day Celebration

375 W. Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook 375 W Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

To volunteer to help, contact Keith Meiser (kem5243@gmail.com) or Fran Miller (fron1522@gmail.com). It is a great experience.

Field Day at Fran Miller’s Apiary

Fran Miller Apiary 15220 Obrien Road, Minooka, Illinois, United States

At this Field Day we are going to cover general hive inspection, Varroa mite testing and treatment, and making splits. Attendees must bring their own personal protective equipment and hive tool. A waiver and assumption of risk agreement form must be filled out and signed. A printable copy is available here. RSVPs are requested (please [...]

Association Meeting 5-21-2025

Will County Farm Bureau Building 100 Manhattan Rd Joliet, IL 60433, Joliet, IL, United States

Come to our May monthly Membership meeting to hear local and national beekeeping news, see presentations on bee biology and hive management, engage in discussions with other bee-interested people, and share stories with mentors. All ages and experience levels welcome. Your first meeting requires no dues.

Association Meeting 6-18-2025

Will County Farm Bureau Building 100 Manhattan Rd Joliet, IL 60433, Joliet, IL, United States

Come to our June monthly Membership meeting to hear local and national beekeeping news, see presentations on bee biology and hive management, engage in discussions with other bee-interested people, and share stories with mentors. All ages and experience levels welcome. Your first meeting requires no dues.

Field Day at Grace and Mark Youell’s Apiary June 29, 2025

Grace and Mark Youell Apiary 34107 S. Rivals Road, Wilmington, IL, United States

At this Field Day, Grace and Mark are going to cover the Flow Hive design and operation. Attendees must bring their own personal protective equipment and hive tool. A waiver and assumption of risk agreement form must be filled out and signed. A printable copy is available here. RSVPs are requested (please send to willbeesorg@gmail.com).

Field Day at Susana and Jon Flodstrom Apiary

8262 W Lincoln Hwy, Frankfort, IL 8262 W Lincoln Highway, Frankfort, IL, United States

Attendees must bring their own personal protective equipment and hive tool. A waiver and assumption of risk agreement form must be filled out and signed. A printable copy is available here. RSVPs are requested (please send to willbeesorg@gmail.com).

2025 Will County Fair

Will County Fair Ground 710 S. West Street, Peotone, IL, Illinois

Association Meeting 8-20-2025

Will County Farm Bureau Building 100 Manhattan Rd Joliet, IL 60433, Joliet, IL, United States

Come to our August monthly Membership meeting to hear local and national beekeeping news, see presentations on bee biology and hive management, engage in discussions with other bee-interested people, and share stories with mentors. All ages and experience levels welcome. Your first meeting requires no dues.

Breakfast with the Bees

Zoom Meeting ID 889 0962 1870 Passcode bees

Zoom in and Join the Conversation Every Saturday Morning at 7:30 AM Central Meeting ID 889 0962 1870 Passcode bees contact James Konrad breakfastwithbees@gmail.com