“Introduction to Sustainable Beekeeping” a Two-Part Lecture Series at Tilly Foster Farm, Brewster

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Brewster, NY – Introduction to Sustainable Beekeeping, Part 1: Sustainable Beekeeping, on Wednesday, October 6 at 7pm, and Part 2: Sweetness and Light, on Wednesday, November 3 at 7pm at Tilly Foster Farm, Brewster, NY.

Part 1, “Sustainable Beekeeping”, Wednesday, Oct 6 at 7pm, speakers will cover:

  • Overview of the current honeybee situation from a professional beekeeper’s viewpoint.
  • What’s trending both good and bad in American beekeeping.
  • Why advancing apiculture as a sustainable solution is necessary for a healthy change in consciousness.
  • Solution models implemented in the Hudson Valley.

Part 2: Sweetness and Light, Wednesday, Nov. 3 at 7pm, with Tom Sotiridy, Beekeeper

  • The history of managed bees in the development of civilization.
  • The future with the wisdom and products of the honeybee.
  • The title of the talk is shamelessly borrowed. In establishing higher bee consciousness, we need to review our history, both its glory and inglorious moments so we all can have a better handle on the possibilities ahead of us.

Solutions to today’s honeybee situation will take all of us, join us to learn how.  Event is FREE but Pre-registration required at: http://putnam.cce.cornell.edu/events

For more information call Stefanie Hubert, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Putnam Executive Director at 845-278-6738 ext. 223, or email sh379@cornell.edu.

 

Open House on the Farm

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Brewster, NY – Open House on the Farm on Saturday, September 25th, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm at Tilly Foster Farm, Brewster, NY.

Join us for Open House on the Farm! Enjoy a fun, fall afternoon at Tilly Foster Farm with hot apple cider in hand! Check out the animals, antique tractors, and join in a 4-H clover scavenger hunt. Sign up with family and take a walk through the nature trails or Visit the Master Gardeners for information about the Putnam Pollinator Pathway. 4-H youth will be on hand at the 4-H information table and will be doing activities for children. Make sure to save room for grilled corn & donuts!

Event is FREE but Pre-registration required by Friday, September 24th at: http://putnam.cce.cornell.edu/events

For more information call Stefanie Hubert, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Putnam County Executive Director at 845-278-6738 ext. 223, or email sh379@cornell.edu.