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SUMMARY:Fall Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a job? Join the Bedford Chamber at the Fall Job Fair!\nIn-person hiring events are a great way to directly connect with employers — which is especially important in the age of digital recruitment! After all\, it can be difficult to demonstrate your personality\, work ethic\, and experience with just a resume. Plus\, you’re able to get a feel for a company’s expectations\, environment\, and benefits!\nEntry is free for job seekers. Childcare will be provided. Transportation is available through the ConnectingVA app.\nAt the Spring Job Fair\, ~40 businesses joined us from across the region. Businesses currently signed up for the Fall Job Fair include:\n– Automated Conveyor Systems\n– Bedford County Public Schools\n– iHeartMedia\n– Johnson Health Center\n– Newport News Shipbuilding\n– Spring Oak Senior Living\n– Virginia Department of Corrections\nKeep an eye out for more information about the Fall Job Fair and our participating businesses by clicking here. \nBusinesses can sign up to participate by August 15. Click the link below to learn more and register: https://www.bedfordareachamber.com/2025jobfair/
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LOCATION:Blue Ridge Community Church\, 556 Blue Ridge Ave.\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523
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SUMMARY:Bower Center Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:In the Braaten Gallery\, view the works by Elaine Fleck. The reception for the exhibit will be September 12 at 5pm and is free and open to the public. \nIn the Terrace Gallery\, the exhibit “Embracing the Unexpected with Fabric\, Dye and Stich” will be presented. \n Gallery admission to view the exhibits is free! \nThe Bower Center is open Tuesday – Saturday\, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/bower-center-exhibit-4-2-2/2025-08-22/
LOCATION:Bower Center for the Arts\, 309 North Bridge Street\, Bedford\, VA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Friday Field Days with Poplar Forest Archaeology
DESCRIPTION:Join Poplar Forest’s Department of Archaeology and Landscapes every Friday at 1:30 PM through November 21 for an in-depth look into their current excavations and what they are learning about the people who lived in and around the 1857 Slave Dwelling. While the 1857 Slave Dwelling was built after Jefferson’s lifetime\, it is historically important as it is the only original dwelling built for enslaved people still standing on the property. As part of the 1857 Slave Dwelling Restoration Project’s efforts to stabilize\, research\, and restore this structure with the community\, we invite you to visit our archaeologists to see what they are finding and learning about the people who lived here. \nFriday Field Days are included with regular admission which can be purchased in advance here. Admission to the property includes either a docent-guided or self-guided tour of Jefferson’s retreat home\, access to exhibits in the lower level and wing of offices of the villa retreat\, and outdoor exhibits throughout the property.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/friday-field-days-with-poplar-forest-archaeology/2025-08-22/
LOCATION:Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest\, 687 Poplar Forest Dr.\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bedford Carnival
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy three days of family fun\, rides\, games\, exhibits and fair food favorites—right here in the heart of Bedford.\nBrought to you by the Bedford County Fair Board in partnership with the Town of Bedford\, this special summer carnival promises FREE admission\, affordable fun\, and a community celebration you won’t want to miss.\n Rides by Funtime Amusements\n Live music & entertainment\n Food trucks & local vendors\n Wristbands available on site\n Liberty Lake Park | Bedford\, VA\n Onsite and Shuttle Parking Available\n Mark your calendars\, invite your friends\, and get ready for some classic carnival magic!\n Learn more at bedfordvafair.com
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LOCATION:Liberty Lake Park\, 939 Burks Hill Road\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
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SUMMARY:Live Music at Portside
DESCRIPTION:Come to Portside Grill & Bar right on Smith Mountain Lake\, for great food and live music! Click here to see who is playing! 
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/live-music-at-portside-5-2/2025-08-22/
LOCATION:Portside Grill and Bar\, 3619 Airport Rd.\, Moneta\, VA\, 24121\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bower Center Exhibit Reception
DESCRIPTION:Join the Bower Center for the Arts for this artist’s reception for Ellen Lindner: Embracing the Unexpected. \non Friday\, August 22nd 2025 from 5-7pm.  Ellen will present remarks at 6:00pm. \nThis event is FREE to the public\, light refreshments and drinks will be available. 
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/bower-center-exhibit-reception-2/
LOCATION:Bower Center for the Arts\, 309 North Bridge Street\, Bedford\, VA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Forest Friday Cheers
DESCRIPTION:Live music\, local vendors\, beer\, and food! Inflatable bounce pad and more for this family friendly event!  Free admission. Click here to see who is playing each week! 
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/forest-friday-cheers-2-2-2/2025-08-22/
LOCATION:Apocalypse Ale Works\, 1257 Burnbridge Road\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
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