Breakfast with the Bees
2026-04-11 07:30 - 09:30, 2026-04-18 07:30 - 09:30, 2026-04-25 07:30 - 09:30, 2026-05-23 07:30 - 09:30, 2026-05-30 07:30 - 09:30, 2026-06-06 07:30 - 09:30, 2026-06-20 07:30 - 09:30, 2026-06-27 07:30 - 09:30 (America/Chicago) and 7 more dates | Zoom Meeting ID 889 0962 1870 Passcode bees
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STEM Fest 2026
2026-04-11 10:00 - 16:00 | White Oak Public Library Bolingbrook Brantch, 201 W. Normantown Road, Romeoville, IL, 60446, United States
STEM Fest 2026
Saturday, April 11th, 2026 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 from Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) leaders and innovators.
Learn about some of the most unique creatures from around the world with the Flying Fox Conservation Fund, get an up-close and personal look at reptiles with Crosstown Exotics, visit our SLIME Lab, or take part in the stimulating science activities we’ll have for all to enjoy.
WillBees will have a table at the STEM Fest as we did last year. To volunteer to help, contact Keith Meiser (kem5243@gmail.com) or Fran Miller (fron1522@gmail.com). It is a great experience.

Association Meeting 4-15-2026
2026-04-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Will County Farm Bureau Building, 100 Manhattan Rd Joliet, IL 60433, Joliet, IL, 60433, 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 2026 Arbor Day Celebration
2026-04-25 11:00 - 14:00 | 375 W. Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook, 375 W Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook, IL, 60440, United States
To volunteer to help, contact Anthony Merkel (a_merkel@yahoo.com) or Fran Miller (fron1522@gmail.com). It is a great experience.

Field Day at the Youell's Apiary 2026
2026-05-17 12:00 - 16:00 | Grace and Mark Youell Apiary, 34107 S. Rivals Road, Wilmington, IL, 60481, United States
At this Field Day we are going to cover general hive inspection, Varroa mite testing and treatment, and a example of winterizing insulation.
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).

Association Meeting 5-20-2026
2026-05-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Will County Farm Bureau Building, 100 Manhattan Rd Joliet, IL 60433, Joliet, IL, 60433, 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.
This month’s agenda includes:
– Medicinal Products of the Hive with Emily Mueller (Via Zoom)
– Q&A With Beau, Keith, and Dave
– American Foulbrood in Illinois with Chad McGinnis

Joliet Public Library Science Fair 2026
2026-06-12 10:30 - 12:00 | Joliet Public Library Black Road Branch, 3395 Black Road, Joliet, IL, 60403, United States
Science Fair
No registration
Friday, June 12
10:30am – 12:00pm
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Black Road Branch
Meeting Room A, Meeting Room B, Meeting Room C
(Kids of all ages with adult) Experience a variety of fun science demos and interactive experiments. Indoors and outdoors, weather permitting. Check back here for updates.
AGE GROUP: | Children |
EVENT TYPE: | STEAM | Science and Nature |

Breakfast with the Bees
2026-06-13 07:30 - 09:30

Association Meeting 6-17-2026
2026-06-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Will County Farm Bureau Building, 100 Manhattan Rd Joliet, IL 60433, Joliet, IL, 60433, 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.

Be a Beekeeper with Dade Bradley 6-20-2026
2026-06-20 09:00 | Plum Creek Nature Center, 27064 S. Dutton Road, Beecher, IL, 60401, United States
Must 18 or older. $65.00 per person + $40 per course textbook.

Be a Beekeeper with Dade Bradley 6-27-2026
2026-06-27 09:00 - 10:30 | Plum Creek Nature Center, 27064 S. Dutton Road, Beecher, IL, 60401, United States

Independence Day 250
2026-07-04

Be a Beekeeper with Dade Bradley 7-11-2026
2026-07-11 09:00 - 10:30 | Plum Creek Nature Center, 27064 S. Dutton Road, Beecher, IL, 60401, United States

Be a Beekeeper with Dade Bradley 7-18-2026
2026-07-18 09:00 - 10:30 | Plum Creek Nature Center, 27064 S. Dutton Road, Beecher, IL, 60401, United States

Be a Beekeeper with Dade Bradley 7-25-2026
2026-07-25 09:00 - 10:30 | Plum Creek Nature Center, 27064 S. Dutton Road, Beecher, IL, 60401, United States

Be a Beekeeper with Dade Bradley 8-1-2026
2026-08-01 09:00 - 10:30 | Plum Creek Nature Center, 27064 S. Dutton Road, Beecher, IL, 60401, United States
