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For millennia, honeybees have both fascinated and frightened humans. Seen at various times as a model for human society, a symbol of religious purity, a harbinger of pain, and the source of sweet reward, these fascinating creatures are among the most unique of our animal partners (no offense to our beloved cats and dogs!). From their ability to communicate the location of distant food sources using references to the angle of the sun, to the queen bee’s capacity to lay thousands of new eggs each day, to their willingness to fly over 50,000 miles and visit 2 million flowers all to produce a single jar of honey - these creatures are truly amazing! Moreover, they lie at the heart of our modern food system and are the reason for much of the diversity and color that appears on our plates. Join us for an exciting exploration of the history and science behind our complicated relationship with these remarkable insects. In addition to some of the more famous depictions of bees in literature, art, and philosophy, we’ll also explore the incredible world of honey and honey production. Plus, we’ll have a honey tasting and plenty of bee-themed puns! So, bee there, or bee square!
When: Apr 13, 2027 @ 7:00-9:00pm
Where: JeannieBird Baking Company, 42 W. Main St., Westminster, MD
Cost: $50 / person (inc. dessert and coffee/tea)
For millennia, honeybees have both fascinated and frightened humans. Seen at various times as a model for human society, a symbol of religious purity, a harbinger of pain, and the source of sweet reward, these fascinating creatures are among the most unique of our animal partners (no offense to our beloved cats and dogs!). From their ability to communicate the location of distant food sources using references to the angle of the sun, to the queen bee’s capacity to lay thousands of new eggs each day, to their willingness to fly over 50,000 miles and visit 2 million flowers all to produce a single jar of honey - these creatures are truly amazing! Moreover, they lie at the heart of our modern food system and are the reason for much of the diversity and color that appears on our plates. Join us for an exciting exploration of the history and science behind our complicated relationship with these remarkable insects. In addition to some of the more famous depictions of bees in literature, art, and philosophy, we’ll also explore the incredible world of honey and honey production. Plus, we’ll have a honey tasting and plenty of bee-themed puns! So, bee there, or bee square!
When: Apr 13, 2027 @ 7:00-9:00pm
Where: JeannieBird Baking Company, 42 W. Main St., Westminster, MD
Cost: $50 / person (inc. dessert and coffee/tea)