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Sweet Tea Pysanky Playdate
  • May 15, 2026
  • Posted by: Brigid McCrea
  • in Farming
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Pysanka Easter eggs on a black background.

The Sweet Tea Pysanky Playdate is back and taking over one of the nation’s premier poultry science hubs for a week of learning and pure creativity.

Pysanky are Ukrainian Easter eggs that are decorated by using a stylus (kistka) and beeswax to write or draw on an egg, which is then dyed. From the biology of the perfect egg canvas to the chemistry of the beeswax, participants will master new techniques alongside artists from all across North America. This event is open to egg artists of all levels. Whether you are a traditionalist or an electric kistka professional, this event will have the needed supplies for you.

Details

When: June 9–14

Where: Charles C. Miller Jr. Poultry Research and Education Center—1088 Auburn Lakes Rd., Auburn, AL 36830

Registration

There is a $30 fee per day. To register, visit aces.edu/go/PysankyPlaydate and select which days that you want to attend. Lunch will be provided each day, but people are encouraged to bring a snack to share.

Agenda

For this event, artists can come and go as they please. Tuesday through Saturday, the work room will be open from 8:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. On Sunday, the work room with be open at 8:00 a.m. but will close at 4:00 p.m. Lunch will be served at Noon each day. There will be also two educational presentations incorporated into the agenda. Participants will also have the opportunity to go behind the scenes on exclusive tours of Auburn University’s Charles C. Miller Jr. Poultry Research and Education Center and its groundbreaking facilities—including a feed mill and processing plant.

Saturday at 1:00 p.m.

  • Beeswax Appreciation 101—Selina Bruckner, Apiculture Specialist, Alabama Extension at Auburn University

Sunday at 10:00 a.m.

  • How the Hen Forms a Pysanky Canvas—Brigid McCrea, Poultry Specialist, Alabama Extension at Auburn University

Lodging & Dining

Auburn is in the heart of the Southeastern Conference, providing a true college-town experience. There are many lodging and dining options in the Auburn-Opelika area. Visit aotourism.com see options in the area.