The Southern Adirondack Beekeepers Association will sponsor a one-day seminar on current developments on the apian front and techniques for better beekeeping. This seminar will be hosted at The Betterbee on June 19, 1999 as part of the Betterbee's 25 Anniversary of doing business in Greenwich, New York. Commencing at 10 AM, guest speakers will include Roger Morse, Diana Sammataro and Richard Taylor. Topics of discussion will include tips from venerable masters, advice from accomplished producers and the latest updates regarding Varroa mites and African hive beetles. Ample time will be allocated in the afternoon for open discussion between attendees and speakers. Attendees are encouraged to bring a picnic lunch, or lunch can be purchased at fast food establishments within walking distance of Betterbee. Newly included this year will be a silent auction! People attending are encouraged to donate an item to be auctioned off. All donated items will be displayed on the auction table the morning of the seminar, along with a piece of paper upon which interested bidders will write their name and bid. At the end of the bidding period the item will be awarded to the highest bidder. Donated items need not be beekeeping related - anything goes! This can be a fun and profitable event for our association. If you will be attending the seminar, please bring an item to donating to the silent auction. Registration fees ($5 for SABA members, $10 for non-members) are encouraged by mail prior to June 12 and may be made by sending a check payable to SABA to: Virginia Van Schaick, SABA Treasurer. 6477 State Hwy 5 Fort Plain New York 13339 Please indicate "Summer Seminar" in the memo area of your check. Late registration ($10 for SABA members, $15 for non-members) will be accepted after June 12. Family members will be included in a single registration fee, but please indicate if (and how many) family member will attend. Volunteers will be needed to help check in registrants and set up the silent auction. Please consider lending a helping hand at the seminar. Further information is available by calling the Betterbee at 1-800 632-3379.