Golf Classic at the Omni Homestead with Frank Beamer
2016-09-26 10:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | VA
The historic Omni Homestead Resort in Hot Springs, VA will host the Memorial’s 2nd annual golf fundraising event at the famous Cascades Course. The Cascades Course is regarded as the finest mountain course in the country, and offers challenging links set against the backdrop of Virginia’s breathtaking Allegheny Mountains. The course is
ranked among “America’s 100 Greatest Public Golf Courses” by Golf Digest and it frequently tops the list of best Southern Courses including Golfweek magazine’s #1 Virginia course of 2015. Those who register can also enjoy a special discounted practice round on Sunday and special overnight accommodations at the Homestead for Sunday and Monday. Registration is open and sponsorships are available. Call (540) 586-3329 or visit www.dday.org for more information. Special thanks to sponsors Fostek, National Pools of Roanoke, Bold Rock, and Glave and Holmes.

Bedford Farmers Friday Market
2016-09-30 07:30 - 13:30 | Washington and Center Streets, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States

Food Truck Fridays
2016-09-30 11:30 - 13:30 | VA
A variety of local and regional Food Trucks at and during the Bedford Farmers Market.

Simply Senior Expo
2016-09-30 13:00 - 16:00 | Bedford Welcome Center, 816 Burks Hill Road, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Senior citizens in the Bedford area are invited to attend this informative, interactive, and fun event at the Bedford Welcome Center.
Health screening will be offered, and all who attend will be eligible to win door prizes.
Volunteer opportunities will also be available for seniors.
For additional information, contact Stuart at Bedford County Parks & Recreation (540) 586.7682.

Forest Farmers Market
2016-10-01 08:00 - 12:00, 2016-10-08 08:00 - 12:00, 2016-10-15 08:00 - 12:00, 2016-10-22 08:00 - 12:00, 2016-10-29 08:00 - 12:00, 2016-11-05 08:00 - 12:00, 2016-11-12 08:00 - 12:00 | Forest Farmers Market, 15583 Forest Road, Forest, VA, 24523, United States
Virginia Grown Produce, meats, honey, flowers along with breads for locals to enjoy. The market is open the last week in April until the last week in Oct. Please come and enjoy the local food from our area.

Archaeology Behind-the-Scenes Tours
2016-10-01 10:00 - 16:00 | Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest, 687 Poplar Forest Dr., Forest, VA, 24551, United States
Ever wondered what it would be like to work on the archaeology of Mr. Jefferson’s retreat home? Join Poplar Forest’s archaeologists on a walking tour of the plantation grounds to see and hear firsthand what their work has taught them about Jefferson’s original landscape. Tours will conclude with a visit to the Poplar Forest Archaeology Lab, where visitors can view some of the artifacts discovered on the property.
There will be 4 tours available:
—11:00 a.m.
—12:00 p.m.
—1:00 p.m.
—2:00 p.m.
Admission is included with general admission, but reservations are suggested due to limited space available. For more information or to reserve your spot, call the Museum Shop at 434.534.8120.

Big Otter Mill Fall Festival
2016-10-01 10:00 - 16:00 | Big Otter Mill, 3533 Big Island Highway, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States

Peak Foliage Open House at Peaks of Otter Winery
2016-10-01 12:00 - 2016-10-03 17:00 | Peaks of Otter Winery, 2122 Sheep Creek Road, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Enjoy breathtaking views to our farm. Sample apples and fresh cider, along with our Fruit Of The Farm Wines. Enjoy visiting our many farm animals.

Eyes on Rwanda
2016-10-02 15:00 - 17:00 | Bower Center for the Arts, 305 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Enjoy the excitement of traditional Rwandan drumming & dancing amidst dazzling art from the Niyo Cultural Center, in Kigali, Rwanda.
Suggested donation for admission:
Adults: $10
Students: $5
For Questions, contact:
Rwandan HUGS – 540.314.2800
Bower Center – 540.586.4235

Newberry & Verch Debut Tour
2016-10-06 19:30 - 22:00 | Relaxing
The Friends of the Bedford Library Present:
Canadian Fiddling & Old Time Banjo
With the change of seasons and the crisp autumn air comes a fresh new collaboration for April Verch! In October, April will tour for the first time with her new duo project, “Newberry & Verch”, featuring Joe Newberry.
You don’t want to miss this debut on Thursday, October 6th @ 7:30pm
In the Bedford Room, Bedford Central Library
Admission: $12 (Advance tickets available at Lynchburgtickets.com)
For more information: 540.586.8911, Ext. 0

Centerfest 2016
2016-10-08 10:00 - 22:00 | Centertown Bedford, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Bedford Main Street’s signature event, Centerfest, has been running annually for over thirty years. Spanning over four blocks and drawing crowds of over 10,000 it is an event for the entire family.
Attractions at Centerfest include over a hundred vendors and organizations providing various crafts, art, and information. Local merchants have sidewalk sales to attract customers and for the last few years the Bedford Police Department has been holding a “Safety Day” at the festival. Part of this exhibit includes police vehicles and fire and rescue trucks along with safety displays and car-seat safety checks. Over twenty vehicles were on display last year!
Centerfest is one of the largest community festivals in the Mid-Atlantic featuring handmade items from across the country, live music, churches, charities, political organizations and tons of great food. Past festivals have included Polish and Italian sausage, blooming onions, turkey legs, and of course funnel cakes provided by family owned businesses and restaurants.
What family festival would be complete without fun for the kids? Activities include pony rides, face painting, a a variety of rides and games!

History Forum at the Bedford Museum and Genealogical Library
2016-10-08 13:30 - 15:00 | Bedford Museum and Genealogical Library, 201 East Main Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Beth Macy will be speaking about her book “Truevine” (black albinos circus performers from Franklin County).

Protect Your Children From Internet Predators
2016-10-12 19:00 - 20:00 | Bedford CVCC Campus, 1633 Venture Boulevard, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
The GFWC Bedford Woman’s Club invites you to a special presentation by the Bedford County Sheriff’s Office and the Southern Virginia Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force. Come learn more about Internet predators, cyberbullying, and how to protect your children while online.

Barrels, Bottles, and Casks Tour
2016-10-14 - 2016-10-15 | Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest, 687 Poplar Forest Dr., Forest, VA, 24551, United States
Barrels, Bottles and Casks returns with a Fall version of this popular tour that focuses on the beverages and spirits Thomas Jefferson and the plantation’s enslaved community consumed. These guided tours progress through the house with stops along the way to sample different 19th-century inspired beverages and share insights into the types of foods enjoyed on the plantation during Jefferson’s time. Following the tour, Virginia Distillery Company will provide a whiskey tasting and primer.
Tours are available Friday, October 14 and Saturday, October 15 at 6:00 and 7:00 p.m. each night. Reservations required.

Navy 241st Birthday Celebration
2016-10-16 10:00 - 17:00 | National D-Day Memorial, 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
In honor of the Navy’s birthday all Navy personnel and veterans will receive free admission into the Memorial.

Mr. Jefferson’s Salon Series—Conversations on Creativity
2016-10-17 18:30 - 20:30 | Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest, 687 Poplar Forest Dr., Forest, VA, 24551, United States
Join Poplar Forest as we partner with the Virginia Center of the Creative Arts (VCCA) to welcome author Stephen O’ Connor and local playwright, Teresa Harris, as they discuss the artistic process both have used to create works of art centered around Thomas Jefferson and Poplar Forest. O’Connor’s recent novel, Thomas Jefferson Dreams of Sally Hemings, was conceived of while he was a Fellow in residence at the VCCA in Amherst, VA. Harris, an employee of Randolph College, works to create short plays that represent the history of African American people in Central Virginia. She is currently working on a set of vignettes to be performed at Poplar Forest in the spring that bring to life stories of several members of Jefferson’s enslaved community.
The evening begins at 6:30 p.m. with the discussion and Q&A session in the dining room of Mr. Jefferson’s retreat home. A wine and cheese reception will follow in the lower level of the house. Admission for the talk is $15 or $10 for college students with a valid student id. Reservations are required due to limited space available. Make your reservation today by purchasing tickets below or by calling the Museum Shop at 434.534.8120.

The Sedalia Center's 20th Annual Chili Cook-Off
2016-10-22 | The Sedalia Center, 1108 Sedalia School Road, Big Island, VA, United States
Chili Teams from the region will compete for your vote.
Tasting starts at HIGH NOON.
Bring a chair, your dancing shoes, and be prepared to sample the areas best Chili. NO Pets. NO Coolers.

Local food and cold brew always available for purchase.
Tickets are $10 in advance from lynchburgtickets.com and $15 at the gate.
As always, children 12 and under are free.
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT BY: The Chilly Brothers, Fire Cracker Jam, and Relacksachian

4rd Annual Dog Walk at Peaks of Otter Winery
2016-10-22 09:00 - 12:00 | Peaks of Otter Winery, 2122 Sheep Creek Road, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Friends of Bedford County Animal Shelter sponsor this event. Support the funding by walking your dog in this event. You may walk your dog, in memory of a dog and you can also make a donation to this fund, Enjoy breathtaking views while walking. Enjoy visiting our many farm animals.

Women's Health Luncheon
2016-10-26 12:00 - 13:30 | The Bedford Columns, 812 East Main Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Let’s face it: as women, we lead busy lives. Taking time out for our own health can feel like an impossible task. Join Centra Bedford Memorial Hospital for a discussion about current health issues including tips for staying healthy and breast cancer survival.
Presenters:
Robert Brindle, MD, radiologist, Centra Breast Health Imaging
Hallie Afentakis, physical therapist, Centra Rehabilitation
Sandy Wood, breast cancer survivor
Cost/Registration:
$10 per person (includes lunch and door prizes)
Wear pink to be entered for a grand prize drawing for jewelry from Arthur’s Jewelry!
Registration is required for this event.
To register, call 540.425.7619 or visit www.bedfordmemorial.org

Mr. Jefferson’s Salon Series—The Vice Presidency: From Burr to Biden and Beyond
2016-10-26 18:30 - 20:30 | Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest, 687 Poplar Forest Dr., Forest, VA, 24551, United States
Explore the lives that have lived just a heartbeat away from the highest office in the land, as a part of this timely and thought-provoking discussion on the history and the contemporary state of the Office of the Vice President.
Join Longwood University President W. Taylor Reveley, IV, together with Dr. Bill Harbour, a Longwood University associate professor of political science, in the dining room of Mr. Jefferson’s retreat house, for a lively conversation on the ever-evolving Office of the Vice President, with an emphasis on modern candidates and officeholders. Our speakers will also share their thoughts and reflections on the sole vice presidential debate of the 2016 election, held October 4 at Longwood University, and viewed by an audience of millions.
A reception of wine and light appetizers to follow. Admission for the talk is $15 or $10 for college students with a valid student id. Reservations are required due to limited space available. Make your reservation today by purchasing tickets below or by calling the Museum Shop at 434.534.8120.

Rainbow of Hope Quilt Event
2016-10-27 15:00 - 2016-11-05 19:00 | Mountain View United Methodist Church, 1077 Viewpoint Lane, Forest, VA, 24551, United States
Rainbow of Hope began as a way “to do something” to support those we know who are touched by a serious illness. Hospice was selected by quilters as the beneficiary to keep proceeds local and support care received at the end of life.
How can you support the Rainbow of Hope?
Attend the show: The quilt show is open to the public and give you the opportunity to vote on your favorite quilts.
Purchase dinner tickets: Attend the sit-down dinner before the auction and have a closed showing of the quilts.
Attend the auction: The auction is open to the public. Bid on your favorite quilt.
Become a Corporate Sponsor: Choose a quilt that touches your heart and sponsor that quilt to start its journey home.
For dinner tickets and more information, visit:
www.RoH4Hospice.org or contact Tamera Ehlinger 434.426.5250

PARANORMAL NIGHT @ AVENEL
2016-10-29 19:00 - 21:30 | Historic Avenel, 413 Avenel Avenue, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Tour Avenel at night and learn about its fascinating ghostly history while enjoying tasty treats!
Five paranormal groups will be at Avenel to show you evidence of paranormal activity!
After Life Goes On Investigations
Bedford Paranormal
Sisters of Salem
Seven Hills Paranormal
Virginia Investigators of the Paranormal
Tickets will be sold at the door!
Raffle drawing at the event to participate in a Paranormal Investigation at Avenel!

Marine’s 241st Birthday Celebration
2016-11-10 10:00 - 17:00 | National D-Day Memorial, 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
In honor of the Marine’s birthday all active duty Marines and veterans will receive free admission into the Memorial.

Veteran’s Day Observance
2016-11-11 11:00 - 12:00 | National D-Day Memorial, 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Take time to honor all who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces during this special event. The program will include
special music, guest speakers, and recognition of all veterans. The latest installment of veteran bricks will also be
dedicated. Free admission 10 a.m. until noon. Special thanks to sponsors Fostek, Cintas, and Bank of the James.
