Louisiana Beekeepers Association Convention

Things will be abuzz in Alexandria this weekend, when thousands of honeybee fanatics will swarm over the Holiday Inn Downtown for the sixtieth annual Louisiana Beekeepers Association Convention. Expect expert guest speakers, vendors peddling the latest in beekeeping technology, and a black jar honey contest—for which beekeepers can bring their liquid gold and put it up against other producers around the region. 8 am–4 pm each day, with a special banquet held on Friday night at 6:30 pm, featuring a live auction benefitting honey bee education. $25. labeekeepers.org.