EVENTS CALENDAR
Reads Kick-Off
1/31 • 6:00 pm • Ming Studio • 420 S 6th St, Boise
Join area dignitaries as we officially announce this year's Treasure Valley Reads selection, Meredith May's wonderful memoir, The Honey Bus: A Memoir of Loss, Courage, and a Girl Saved By Bees. Hear selections from The Honey Bus, taste some mead and honey bakery, and learn a little about pollinators and about our great slate of Reads programs.
Beeswax Crafting Class
2/18 • 6:00 pm • Kuna Library District
2/26 • 6:30 pm • Nampa Public Library
3/12 • 6:30 pm • Caldwell Public Library
3/17 • 6:30 pm • Ada Community Library, Star Branch
3/23 • 6:30 pm • Eagle Public Library
Beeswax can be used in a variety of fun and inexpensive DIY projects. Learn the basics of utilizing beeswax for crafting and watch a live demonstration of making homemade hand salve or lip balm using local beeswax. Sponsored by D&B Supply.
The Buzz about Bees
2/19 • 6:00 pm • Boise State University, Simplot Ballroom • 1700 W University Dr, Boise
We are pleased to partner with Boise State University's Idea of Nature series to provide the community an opportunity to hear biologist and author, Thor Hanson, speak about his book Buzz: the Nature and Necessity of Bees. In Buzz, Hanson expertly illustrates why all bees are wonders to celebrate and protect. Free parking information at ideaofnature@boisestate.edu. This presentation is made possible with support from the Idaho Honey Association and the Idaho STEM Action Center.
The Vital Role of Foster Grandparents
2/21 • 11:00 am • Garden City Public Library
3/6 • 11:00 am • Caldwell Public Library
3/9 • 11:00 am • Nampa Public Library
3/9 • 6:30 pm • Ada Community Library, Victory Branch
3/11 • 9:00 am • Meridian Library District
Through The Honey Bus, Meredith May elucidates the critical role grandparents can play in a child’s life. Children with no available biological grandparents benefit greatly from foster grandparent volunteers. Foster Grandparents are senior citizens who serve in local schools as mentors and tutors. Hear from Lisa Underwood, with Jannus, and current foster grandparents, about how serving in this special role can make a huge difference to a child in need.
The Magic of the Hive
2/25 • 6:30 pm • Ada Community Library, Victory Branch
3/11 • 6:00 pm • Meridian Library District
3/12 • 6:30 pm • Nampa Public Library
Despite the fact that humans have kept bees since the earliest civilizations, there is still a great deal we don’t understand about honey bees. Many of their actions and accomplishments are so far beyond our understanding as to reach the realm of magic. This talk will cover the basic aspects of beekeeping and then delve into the inner workings of the hive. You’ll learn about the many fascinating details that are normally reserved for people lucky enough to work around bees. There will be time for questions and answers at the end of the talk, so bring your curiosity. Presented in partnership with Treasure Valley Beekeepers.
Preschool Storytime
3/2 • 10:30 am • Caldwell Public Library
3/3 • 10:30 am • Caldwell Public Library
Grandparents are GRAND. For ages 2 - 5.
Seed Planting 101: Pollinator Plants
3/2 • 4:30 pm • Caldwell Public Library
Learn how to start a garden of pollinator plants from seed.
Drop-in Writing Workshop
3/3 • 6:30 pm • The Cabin • 801 S Capitol Blvd, Boise
3/17 • 6:30 pm • The Cabin • 801 S Capitol Blvd, Boise
Do you feel inspired by The Honey Bus and want to try your hand at writing? Join us at The Cabin where our teaching writers will use unique prompts designed to challenge and engage writers of all levels.
The Buzz on Natives
3/3 • 6:30 pm • Ada Community Library, Victory Branch
Did you know that there are over 4,000 species of bees in North America? Their beauty and sheer diversity is astounding. Native bees are critical for ecosystem health... but they are in trouble! Learn why the plight of native bees is different from the collapse of honey bees and gain some tools to help you identify who is pollinating your yard! Join certified Bug Nerd and Idaho Botanical Garden's Assistant Horticulture Director Sierra Laverty on a safari-like, bug-eyed view of the magical world of bees.
Bees, People, and Society: What sociology can teach us
3/5 • 6:30 pm • Idaho Black History Museum • 508 Julia Davis Dr, Boise
In her book, May takes the organization of bees as a model for what human society should look like, and the community and cohesion of bees is in many ways enviable. This conversation, led by Boise State University Sociology Professor Martin Orr, will focus on how sociological theories might help us better compare and contrast the social lives and the behavior of people and of bees, and to address the common threats that we face.
Are HoneyBees Really in Trouble?
3/10 • 6:30 pm • Ada Community Library, Victory Branch
3/26 • 7:00 pm • Boise Public Library, Main Library
You might have heard recently the honeybee is facing some challenges. This pollinator, as well as several others, are critical to our food supply and ecosystem. Join The Treasure Valley Beekeepers Club President, Mark Nagel, as he takes you on an hour long journey covering all the facts about the current state of the honeybee as well as other pollinators.
Beekeeping
3/14 • 2:00 pm • Ada Community Library, Lake Hazel Branch
Come hear our community expert talk about the hows and whys of beekeeping.
Introduction to Mead Making with Weathered Rock Meadery
3/17 • 6:30 pm • Ada Community Library, Victory Branch
3/24 • 6:30 pm • Ada Community Library, Victory Branch
3/31 • 6:30 pm • Weathered Rock Meadery • 518 N Curtis Rd, Boise
Come join Weathered Rock Meadery’s Chris Szabo as he discusses mead. Chris will discuss the history of mead, the common styles that are crafted, and he will then take us through the basic steps of how mead is made. This lecture includes an option to taste several amazing varieties of honey and also an opportunity to see and handle commonly used home mead making equipment.
Gardening for Pollinators
3/19 • 6:30 pm • Library! at Bown Crossing
Did you know that there are nearly 20,000 species of bees in the world, with 4,000 in North America and 400 in Idaho alone? They are essential to pollination and healthy ecosystems, and the honeybee is only one of the species that you will find in your garden. Join David Thompson, the Urban Agriculture Specialist with the Boise Urban Garden School, to learn how you can create beautiful habitats for native bees and honeybees by growing certain flowers in your pollinator garden.
An Up-Close Look at Bees
3/24 • 4:30 pm • Ada Community Library, Lake Hazel Branch
Did you know there are about 4,000 species of bees in North America? Meet Judy Snow from Bee City USA and learn about the different species of bees and how we can help them survive. Plant some seeds that you can take home with you to feed the bees in your own backyard.
Bees!
3/24 • 4:00 pm • Library! at Cole and Ustick
Families with children aged 3.5-12 are invited to join Kalli Proffitt, an AmeriCorps service member and environmental educator with the Boise Urban Garden School (BUGS) in a fun bee-themed activity. Learn how bees communicate to gather pollen and create delicious honey, and taste some of the honey from the BUGS hives!
Above the Fold, Over the Airwaves, On the Web: Media Literacy Today
3/27 • 3:00 pm • The Owyhee First Floor Cafe
American democracy thrives when people are informed, but that principle has been threatened. Public trust in news media has dropped with the rise of propaganda, partisanship and the internet, but the need for reliable, fact-based storytelling and news coverage is as important as ever. Join Boise State University Associate Professor Seth Ashley, Boise Weekly Managing Editor Harrison Berry, Idaho Press reporter Margaret Carmel, award-winning journalist and memoirist Meredith May (The Honey Bus) and Boise State Public Radio News Director Sáša Woodruff for a panel discussion about hot-button issues, the state of media literacy and the future of the news.
Meredith May Reception
3/28 • 5:30 - 6:30 pm • Ming Studio • 420 S 6th St, Boise
A special opportunity to meet and greet the author prior to her public presentation. Space is limited, first come, first served. Cash bar and refreshments.
Meredith May Presentation
3/28 • 7:00 pm • The Egyptian Theater • 700 W Main St, Boise
Don’t miss this opportunity to hear Meredith May speak and field questions from the community. Free tickets available on Eventbrite or visit your local library for assistance in obtaining a ticket (limit two per order). As space allows, tickets also available at the door. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Idaho Humanities Council, a State-based program of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Harvesting Honey
4/6 • 6:30 pm • Eagle Public Library
Learn about harvesting honey with Melinda Stafford of Treasure Valley Beekeepers.
Honey and Bees 101
4/7 • 6:00 pm • Garden City Public Library
How exactly do honey bees make honey? Learn the extraordinary life of honey bees, what it takes to make that spoonful of honey for your toast, and tips to improve the health of bees visiting our yards. Includes question/answer time with local beekeepers. Speaker: Judy Snow, Chairman, Bee City USA – Garden City Pollenteers. Check out local honey and our new book, 100 Treasure Valley Pollinator Plants.
The Bees in Your Backyard
5/5 • 6:00 pm • Garden City Public Library
When was the last time you looked closely at a bee visiting a flower? Can you recognize any bee species other than a honey bee or perhaps a bumble bee? With over 4,000 species of bees living in the United States and Canada, why can’t most of us recognize them? Learn a surprising answer to that question and join the fun of discovering who may live in your backyard with energetic speaker and author of The Bees in Your Backyard, Joseph S. Wilson. Refreshments will be served.
1/31 • 6:00 pm • Ming Studio • 420 S 6th St, Boise
Join area dignitaries as we officially announce this year's Treasure Valley Reads selection, Meredith May's wonderful memoir, The Honey Bus: A Memoir of Loss, Courage, and a Girl Saved By Bees. Hear selections from The Honey Bus, taste some mead and honey bakery, and learn a little about pollinators and about our great slate of Reads programs.
Beeswax Crafting Class
2/18 • 6:00 pm • Kuna Library District
2/26 • 6:30 pm • Nampa Public Library
3/12 • 6:30 pm • Caldwell Public Library
3/17 • 6:30 pm • Ada Community Library, Star Branch
3/23 • 6:30 pm • Eagle Public Library
Beeswax can be used in a variety of fun and inexpensive DIY projects. Learn the basics of utilizing beeswax for crafting and watch a live demonstration of making homemade hand salve or lip balm using local beeswax. Sponsored by D&B Supply.
The Buzz about Bees
2/19 • 6:00 pm • Boise State University, Simplot Ballroom • 1700 W University Dr, Boise
We are pleased to partner with Boise State University's Idea of Nature series to provide the community an opportunity to hear biologist and author, Thor Hanson, speak about his book Buzz: the Nature and Necessity of Bees. In Buzz, Hanson expertly illustrates why all bees are wonders to celebrate and protect. Free parking information at ideaofnature@boisestate.edu. This presentation is made possible with support from the Idaho Honey Association and the Idaho STEM Action Center.
The Vital Role of Foster Grandparents
2/21 • 11:00 am • Garden City Public Library
3/6 • 11:00 am • Caldwell Public Library
3/9 • 11:00 am • Nampa Public Library
3/9 • 6:30 pm • Ada Community Library, Victory Branch
3/11 • 9:00 am • Meridian Library District
Through The Honey Bus, Meredith May elucidates the critical role grandparents can play in a child’s life. Children with no available biological grandparents benefit greatly from foster grandparent volunteers. Foster Grandparents are senior citizens who serve in local schools as mentors and tutors. Hear from Lisa Underwood, with Jannus, and current foster grandparents, about how serving in this special role can make a huge difference to a child in need.
The Magic of the Hive
2/25 • 6:30 pm • Ada Community Library, Victory Branch
3/11 • 6:00 pm • Meridian Library District
3/12 • 6:30 pm • Nampa Public Library
Despite the fact that humans have kept bees since the earliest civilizations, there is still a great deal we don’t understand about honey bees. Many of their actions and accomplishments are so far beyond our understanding as to reach the realm of magic. This talk will cover the basic aspects of beekeeping and then delve into the inner workings of the hive. You’ll learn about the many fascinating details that are normally reserved for people lucky enough to work around bees. There will be time for questions and answers at the end of the talk, so bring your curiosity. Presented in partnership with Treasure Valley Beekeepers.
Preschool Storytime
3/2 • 10:30 am • Caldwell Public Library
3/3 • 10:30 am • Caldwell Public Library
Grandparents are GRAND. For ages 2 - 5.
Seed Planting 101: Pollinator Plants
3/2 • 4:30 pm • Caldwell Public Library
Learn how to start a garden of pollinator plants from seed.
Drop-in Writing Workshop
3/3 • 6:30 pm • The Cabin • 801 S Capitol Blvd, Boise
3/17 • 6:30 pm • The Cabin • 801 S Capitol Blvd, Boise
Do you feel inspired by The Honey Bus and want to try your hand at writing? Join us at The Cabin where our teaching writers will use unique prompts designed to challenge and engage writers of all levels.
The Buzz on Natives
3/3 • 6:30 pm • Ada Community Library, Victory Branch
Did you know that there are over 4,000 species of bees in North America? Their beauty and sheer diversity is astounding. Native bees are critical for ecosystem health... but they are in trouble! Learn why the plight of native bees is different from the collapse of honey bees and gain some tools to help you identify who is pollinating your yard! Join certified Bug Nerd and Idaho Botanical Garden's Assistant Horticulture Director Sierra Laverty on a safari-like, bug-eyed view of the magical world of bees.
Bees, People, and Society: What sociology can teach us
3/5 • 6:30 pm • Idaho Black History Museum • 508 Julia Davis Dr, Boise
In her book, May takes the organization of bees as a model for what human society should look like, and the community and cohesion of bees is in many ways enviable. This conversation, led by Boise State University Sociology Professor Martin Orr, will focus on how sociological theories might help us better compare and contrast the social lives and the behavior of people and of bees, and to address the common threats that we face.
Are HoneyBees Really in Trouble?
3/10 • 6:30 pm • Ada Community Library, Victory Branch
3/26 • 7:00 pm • Boise Public Library, Main Library
You might have heard recently the honeybee is facing some challenges. This pollinator, as well as several others, are critical to our food supply and ecosystem. Join The Treasure Valley Beekeepers Club President, Mark Nagel, as he takes you on an hour long journey covering all the facts about the current state of the honeybee as well as other pollinators.
Beekeeping
3/14 • 2:00 pm • Ada Community Library, Lake Hazel Branch
Come hear our community expert talk about the hows and whys of beekeeping.
Introduction to Mead Making with Weathered Rock Meadery
3/17 • 6:30 pm • Ada Community Library, Victory Branch
3/24 • 6:30 pm • Ada Community Library, Victory Branch
3/31 • 6:30 pm • Weathered Rock Meadery • 518 N Curtis Rd, Boise
Come join Weathered Rock Meadery’s Chris Szabo as he discusses mead. Chris will discuss the history of mead, the common styles that are crafted, and he will then take us through the basic steps of how mead is made. This lecture includes an option to taste several amazing varieties of honey and also an opportunity to see and handle commonly used home mead making equipment.
Gardening for Pollinators
3/19 • 6:30 pm • Library! at Bown Crossing
Did you know that there are nearly 20,000 species of bees in the world, with 4,000 in North America and 400 in Idaho alone? They are essential to pollination and healthy ecosystems, and the honeybee is only one of the species that you will find in your garden. Join David Thompson, the Urban Agriculture Specialist with the Boise Urban Garden School, to learn how you can create beautiful habitats for native bees and honeybees by growing certain flowers in your pollinator garden.
An Up-Close Look at Bees
3/24 • 4:30 pm • Ada Community Library, Lake Hazel Branch
Did you know there are about 4,000 species of bees in North America? Meet Judy Snow from Bee City USA and learn about the different species of bees and how we can help them survive. Plant some seeds that you can take home with you to feed the bees in your own backyard.
Bees!
3/24 • 4:00 pm • Library! at Cole and Ustick
Families with children aged 3.5-12 are invited to join Kalli Proffitt, an AmeriCorps service member and environmental educator with the Boise Urban Garden School (BUGS) in a fun bee-themed activity. Learn how bees communicate to gather pollen and create delicious honey, and taste some of the honey from the BUGS hives!
Above the Fold, Over the Airwaves, On the Web: Media Literacy Today
3/27 • 3:00 pm • The Owyhee First Floor Cafe
American democracy thrives when people are informed, but that principle has been threatened. Public trust in news media has dropped with the rise of propaganda, partisanship and the internet, but the need for reliable, fact-based storytelling and news coverage is as important as ever. Join Boise State University Associate Professor Seth Ashley, Boise Weekly Managing Editor Harrison Berry, Idaho Press reporter Margaret Carmel, award-winning journalist and memoirist Meredith May (The Honey Bus) and Boise State Public Radio News Director Sáša Woodruff for a panel discussion about hot-button issues, the state of media literacy and the future of the news.
Meredith May Reception
3/28 • 5:30 - 6:30 pm • Ming Studio • 420 S 6th St, Boise
A special opportunity to meet and greet the author prior to her public presentation. Space is limited, first come, first served. Cash bar and refreshments.
Meredith May Presentation
3/28 • 7:00 pm • The Egyptian Theater • 700 W Main St, Boise
Don’t miss this opportunity to hear Meredith May speak and field questions from the community. Free tickets available on Eventbrite or visit your local library for assistance in obtaining a ticket (limit two per order). As space allows, tickets also available at the door. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Idaho Humanities Council, a State-based program of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Harvesting Honey
4/6 • 6:30 pm • Eagle Public Library
Learn about harvesting honey with Melinda Stafford of Treasure Valley Beekeepers.
Honey and Bees 101
4/7 • 6:00 pm • Garden City Public Library
How exactly do honey bees make honey? Learn the extraordinary life of honey bees, what it takes to make that spoonful of honey for your toast, and tips to improve the health of bees visiting our yards. Includes question/answer time with local beekeepers. Speaker: Judy Snow, Chairman, Bee City USA – Garden City Pollenteers. Check out local honey and our new book, 100 Treasure Valley Pollinator Plants.
The Bees in Your Backyard
5/5 • 6:00 pm • Garden City Public Library
When was the last time you looked closely at a bee visiting a flower? Can you recognize any bee species other than a honey bee or perhaps a bumble bee? With over 4,000 species of bees living in the United States and Canada, why can’t most of us recognize them? Learn a surprising answer to that question and join the fun of discovering who may live in your backyard with energetic speaker and author of The Bees in Your Backyard, Joseph S. Wilson. Refreshments will be served.
