Community Calendar

This month's event will feature Eric Christian, a skilled beekeeper and woodworker based in Humboldt. who will be diving into the fascinating topic of honeybee swarms and how to catch them.

Note: this is not our usual first Thursday of month.

Picture a buzzing tornado of honeybees erupting into the sky—tens of thousands strong, humming with raw energy as they swarm, searching for a new home. This isn’t just nature’s chaos; it’s your golden ticket to catch a thriving colony in action! In the spring, swarming happens when a hive outgrows itself, and the old queen jets off with half her crew—up to 20,000 bees stuffed with honey—leaving the next generation to rule the original hive. They’ll hang out, clustered on a branch or fence, while scout bees dance and debate the perfect new spot. That’s your moment: with a box, a little skill, and some careful moves, you can scoop up this living community ready to build a robust colony under your watch. It’s a high-stakes thrill ride—part treasure hunt, part bee rodeo—where you’re not just witnessing their amazing teamwork and instinct, but grabbing it for yourself. Catching a swarm is the beekeeper’s adrenaline rush, turning nature’s chaos into your next honey-making empire

Sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Humboldt County, the annual State of the Community Luncheon is the League's only fundraiser. Civic Contribution Awards will be presented to two groups that help support an informed citizenry: The Elections Transparency Project and the California Retired Teachers Association, North Coast Div. Keynote speaker is Dr. Keith Flamer, President of College of the Redwoods. Humboldt County Board of Supervisors will update attendees on accomplishments and challenges facing the County. Tickets are $75 and reservations are encouraged by sending check to: League of Women Voters of Humboldt County, P.O. Box 376, Eureka, CA 95502. The League is a non-partisan political organization that works to promote informed participation in government.