Before his death in 2009, Elisha “Ray” Nance, the last surviving officer of the “Bedford Boys” –Co. A, 116th Regiment, 29th Division—penned an account of his experiences before and after WWII. He intended to publish his book, but never achieved that dream. Now his children have published his fascinating memoir under the title “Dawn on...
Join the National D-Day Memorial Foundation as it dedicates three more of the “Bedford Remembers” plaques in Centertown Bedford in tribute to the sacrifices made by this community in World War II, and especially on D-Day. The plaque dedications and reception are free and open to the public. Plaque Dedication Locations and Times: 3:10 p.m....
Come on out for a memorable night! Children are encouraged to wear their Halloween costumes. We'll host "Trunk or Treat" in the pasture. (If you want to decorate your vehicle, and pass candy out, you need to be set up by 6 pm.) A prize will be given to the top three decorated vehicles. We're...
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.
Halloween dance, open to the public, costume contests, refreshments
Bedford Urban Gardens will be hosting a morning of yoga at Bower Center for the Arts (305 North Bridge Street in Bedford) on Saturday, October 27, 9 am-12 noon. Local yoga teachers Mitchell Bond, Ellen Mackey, and LeAndra Shepherd will each offer a 50-minute practice. Bond will offer a gentle flow practice beginning at 9...
Local potter Sharon Kessler loves Halloween! She enjoys the fun of dressing up in spooking costumes and entertaining friends on the holiday. In addition, when she is not making her signature hand built functional pottery and clay animal figures, she also spends the months leading up to Halloween creating one-of-a-kind creepy décor to share with...
“Domini Est Terra” – a new exhibit at Goose Creek Studio during the month of October – features work by over a dozen local artist and focuses on stewardship of natural resources and the impact of humans on our planet and the climate. The exhibit title, Latin for “The Earth is the Lord’s” and the...
An invitational exhibit running Oct. 2- Nov. 10 at Bower Center for the Arts: gallery admission is always free. Reception: Friday, Oct. 12, 5-8pm Russ Voelker “My life experiences were varied from an early age. Raised a “military brat,” three years in one location was exceptional. So, my impressions of life are derived from a...
Destination Bedford offers big, bold and unforgettable experiences. You’ll see stunning beauty in the Blue Ridge Mountains and hear stories of bravery that will take your breath away at the National D-Day Memorial.
