Author Archives: Josh Kucharski

Upcoming Talk – “Apiforestation, the Future of Beekeeping” with Tammy Horn

Topic: “Apiforestation, the Future of Beekeeping” Speaker: Tammy Horn Time: Friday, September 28th @ 7PM (Doors will open at 6:30 PM for mingling) NOTE: Following the talk, Tammy will be signing copies of her books and there will be a … Continue reading

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Upcoming Talk – “Beekeeping in Detroit: Then and Now” with Rich Wieske

Topic:  “Beekeeping in Detroit:  Then and Now” Speaker:  Rich Wieske Time:  Friday, June 22nd, 2012 @ 7PM  (Doors will open at 6:30 PM for light refreshments) Location:  Penn State Extension of Allegheny County 400 North Lexington Street, 3rd Floor Pittsburgh, … Continue reading

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Upcoming Talk – Larry Connor

Larry Connor Hands-on Workshop and Lecture Wednesday, May 2, 2012 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM Topic:  Two and a Half Hives – A Management Plan for Successful Small-Scale Beekeeping by Dr. Larry Connor, author of Increase Essentials and Bee Sex Essentials Details:  At 5:00 PM a … Continue reading

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Upcoming Talk – Maryann Frazier

Maryann Frazier Talk – Update on Pesticides Found in Pittsburgh Hives Friday, April 6, 2012 Doors will open at 6:30 PM with refreshments, and the talk will begin promptly at 7 PM. Penn State Extension of Allegheny County 400 North Lexington … Continue reading

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Burgh Bees Beekeeping 101 Class

This is a three-day comprehensive beginner beekeeping class to be held on: Monday, January 23rd, Wednesday, January 25th, and Monday, January 30th from 6:00 PM to 9:30 PM each night. (Space is limited, so please register early) This classroom-based course … Continue reading

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2012 Western PA Bee Seminar

February 17 & 18, 2012 Four Points by Sheraton, Pittsburgh North Cranberry Township, PA Please join us for the most up-to-date information about managing honey bees.  A trade show featuring many major beekeeping supply companies will be held on site … Continue reading

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Burgh Bees on the Radio

Tune in to KDKA Radio 1020 AM, Sunday, February 15th from 7:00 to 8:00 AM to hear The Organic Gardeners, Doug Oster and Jessica Walliser, discuss bees and beekeeping with Burgh Bees’ own Steve Repasky.

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Burgh Bees Beekeeping 102 Class

This is a one-day class to be held on: Saturday, March 10th from 8:00 AM until 2:30 PM. (Space is limited, so please register early) This classroom-based course offers new beekeepers detailed information about what to expect during their second … Continue reading

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Burgh Bees Honey for Sale!

A limited amount of Burgh Bees honey is available, and it’s delicious!  The cost is $15.00 per one pound jar, and proceeds help support Burgh Bees!  Please call the Penn State Extension Office at (412) 473-2540 between the business hours … Continue reading

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Jay Hosler Talk at Toonseum with Burgh Bees!

On Saturday, October 15th, the ToonSeum and Burgh Bees invite you to a day of special events with Jay Hosler, author of the award-winning graphic novel Clan Apis. Families and honey-lovers of all ages are invited to attend this unique lecture exploring the incredible … Continue reading

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