Take the sting out.

DISCOVER
Urban Beekeeping
What: Learn to house the endangered insects — even in your itty-bitty studio apartment.
Why: Way sweeter than your last roommate.
When: Thurs., 7 p.m. & Mar. 13, Sat., 2:30 p.m.
Where: Green on Greene Building, 6819 Greene St. To preregister, call 215-842-1040 or e-mail muze@erols.com.

TIPPLE
Three Sheets to the Wind
What: The Sidecar Bar & Grille welcomes Ballast Point Brewing Company and its potent beer, plus seafood and old sailor shanties.
Why: Ahoy, matey.
When: Thurs., 3 p.m.-2 a.m.
Where: 2201 Christian St. (215-732-3429).

SWEAT
Team Philly Race Training
What: Fusion, Excel Physical Therapy and Fitness, and Philadelphia Runner join forces for nine weeks of group workouts to prepare for the Broad Street Run and Philadelphia Marathon.
Why: You’re hot to trot.
When: Kickoff, Sat., 9 a.m.
Where: Lloyd Hall, 1 Boathouse Row, at Kelly Dr. Info at 267-202-1192.

DRINK
Beer Dinners in Unlikely Places
What: Quaffs from Great Lakes Brewery Company paired with cheesesteak egg rolls, papaya calamari, and other inventive cuisine.
Why: Local aficionados Two Guys on Beer play host.
When: Mon., 6 p.m.
Where: The Continental, 138 Market St. (215-923-6069). Tickets online at eventbrite.com.

LATHER
For the Love of Lemon
What: Sip cocktails while savonniers whip up batches of citrusy soap and lip balm.
Why: Sales benefit Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation.
When: Thurs., 6-7 p.m.
Where: Duross & Langel, 117 S. 13th St. (215-592-7627).

Photo: Courtesy of Philadelphia Beekeepers Guild