Bee City USA Matthews

06/03/2026

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The Town of Matthews Appearance and Tree Advisory Committee is hosting a native milkweed sale to support our monarch butterflies. These beautiful pollinators depend on milkweed for survival — it is the only plant where monarchs lay their eggs and the only food source for monarch caterpillars. Planting milkweed also benefits bees and many other important pollinators in our community.

This will be a convenient drive-through plant sale. Follow directional signs at the entrances, and volunteers will load plants into your vehicle and collect payment (cash only).

Plants are limited to 10 per person, so arrive early for the best selection.

Saturday, June 6
8-11am (or until sold out)
Matthews United Methodist Church parking lot

04/25/2026

What a phenomenal turnout at Kids in Nature Day today!

Thank you to everyone that came by our booth!

Thanks to the volunteers and to Rudy for bringing out such an incredible frame of bees for the observation hive! If anyone’s looking for a local honey from an incredible beekeeper, who truly looks after his bees and comes out to educate and inspire the public as well check out - Dulce Reyna Honey! [email protected] or 216-392-7198!


02/12/2026

A great resource to leverage when advocating for pollinators and their habitat - with HOAs and similar.

As more people learn about the benefits of converting conventional turfgrass lawns into thriving habitat that provides ecosystem services, from feeding bees to filtering stormwater, they are taking action in their own spaces; however, many meet resistance from their municipality or HOA.

🐝Read P2's latest article on navigating regulations opposing native landscaping by Bee Friendly Gardening Manager Sara Wittenberg: pollinator.org/blog

🔗Pollinators don't stop at property lines, find out how you can support local biodiversity by referencing the Pollinator Habitat Guide to Guides for Residential Communities: pollinator.org/guide-to-guides-residential

02/09/2026

Native Seedling Tree Sale - ends 2/11! A great way to support pollinators!

02/02/2026

Highlighting this incredible group:
https://www.meckbees.org/
Whether looking for a community of fellow beekeepers or want to just learn more about bees and pollinators or want drop in a monthly meeting (no membership needed) or looking for a beekeeper to speak at an event? Check it out!

This site has a wealth of information/resources and additional benefits (only $12/year) as a member.

Explore the Mecklenburg County Beekeepers Association, a vibrant community dedicated to the education, conservation, and celebration of bees and beekeeping. Join us to learn, share, and grow in our efforts to support these essential pollinators. Visit now to discover how you can become part of our b...

10/10/2025

Looking to buy local (Matthews!) honey!?!? Check out Dulce Reyna sold by Rudy, a dedicated beekeeper and wonderful volunteer with Bee City USA - Matthews! Find him at the Fall Festival in Stumptown tomorrow!

🍂 The wait is almost over — Fall for Matthews is TOMORROW! 🎉

Join us at Stumptown Park for a full day of fun, music, shopping, kids’ activities, and so much more. 🎶🎃🍁

Bring your family, friends, and neighbors and celebrate all things Matthews! We can’t wait to see you there!

📅 Saturday, October 11th
🕘 10 AM – 4 PM
📍 120 S. Trade Street Matthews, NC 28105

08/28/2025

If anyone wants to help beautify our beloved Pollinator garden at Country Place by Matthews United Methodist Church. It would be sooo appreciated if you can pull some weeds! If you can’t take the weeds with you, feel free to add them to the pile that is probably by the sign along country place 

08/04/2025

Union and Mecklenberg have TOP notch Bee schools - highly recommend if you’re interested in beekeeping or becoming a beekeeper!

Step into the fascinating world of beekeeping with Union County NC Beekeepers Association. Our Bee School offers a hands-on approach to learning, combining expert instruction with practical experience. From understanding bee behavior to mastering hive management, we'll guide you through every step o...