Beekeepers Guildof the Eastern Shore

Meetings & Events

Meeting locations vary. Check the next meeting details below or our Facebook page.

Next regular meeting

Thursday, November 12, 2026 · 6:00 PM

Eastern Shore Public Library
24313 Bennett Street
Parksley, Virginia 23421

Speaker: Tom Babcock

See our Facebook page for updates.

Beginner Beekeeping Class 2027 — honey bee on a flower

Featured · January 2027

Beginner Beekeeping Class 2027

Join us in person for a beginner-friendly, three-session class covering hive setup, bee behavior, honey production, and getting started safely. Every student is paired with a mentor.

  • When: Saturdays, January 16, 23 & 30, 2027 · 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
  • Where: Eastern Shore Public Library, 24313 Bennett Street, Parksley, VA
  • Cost: $50 registration (includes materials, Beekeeping Basics textbook, snacks/drinks, and a 5-month BGES membership)
  • Note: Limited to 30 pre-paid students · bring your own sandwich lunch

Register on Eventbrite

Upcoming 2027 meetings

Regular meeting

Saturday, February 20, 2027 · 10:00 AM

Barrier Islands Center
Machipongo, VA

Regular meeting

Thursday, March 18, 2027 · 6:00 PM

Eastern Shore Regional Library
Parksley, VA

Regular meeting

Saturday, April 17, 2027 · 10:00 AM

Barrier Islands Center
Machipongo, VA

Regular meeting

Thursday, May 20, 2027 · 6:00 PM

Eastern Shore Regional Library
Parksley, VA

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