National D-Day Memorial Used Book Sale
2021-03-28 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | National D-Day Memorial, 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, United States
Shop thousands of titles on World War II, military history, period fiction, biographies, and more! Military model kits also available. Prices start at $3, with nothing over $25.
Free Admission for the Book Sale.

Life in a Vernal Pool @ Claytor Nature Center
2021-03-29 13:00 - 14:00 | Claytor Nature Center, 1844 Woods Road, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
What is a vernal pool? What critters live in vernal pools? Why are vernal pools unique and important habitats? Enjoy an exploration of vernal pools and the life cycles of several local amphibians.
The program will take place at several locations along our trail system, including areas that may be muddy. Activities and content are geared towards children ages 6-12.

For more information on what to expect, safety protocols, or how to register, check out our calendar/registration page here: https://lynchburg.libcal.com/calendar/Claytor
Cost is $6 per person or free with our NEW Otter Romp membership program.

Upper Crust Food Truck at Welcome Center
2021-03-31 11:00 - 13:30, 2021-04-14 11:00 - 13:30 | Bedford Area Welcome Center, 816 Burks Hill Road, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Upper Crust Food Truck will be parked at the Bedford Area Welcome Center with their pizza menu!
Place your order at the food truck and stop in the Welcome Center while you wait to see what’s new! We offer many free local publications and information about businesses and events in the area, as well as a gift store, two short films in the theater, and a firefighter gallery with a completely restored 1927 Seagrave! If you’d like to enjoy a picnic-style lunch outside, feel free to enjoy our picnic area, rocking chairs, and mountain views!

It's Hip to be Square Exhibition@ the Bower Center
2021-03-31 11:00 - 14:00, 2021-04-02 11:00 - 14:00, 2021-04-03 11:00 - 15:00, 2021-04-07 11:00 - 14:00, 2021-04-09 11:00 - 14:00, 2021-04-10 11:00 - 15:00, 2021-04-14 11:00 - 14:00, 2021-04-16 11:00 - 14:00 | Bower Center for the Arts, 309 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, United States
Like many artists before us, from Mondrian to Picasso, we ask that your art “Be there and be SQUARE!” This exhibit is made up of artworks of many mediums and themes, but all conform to being square in shape.
Free admission.
Online Gallery.

Masquerade Exhibition @ the Bower Center
2021-03-31 11:00 - 14:00, 2021-04-02 11:00 - 14:00, 2021-04-03 11:00 - 15:00, 2021-04-07 11:00 - 14:00, 2021-04-09 11:00 - 14:00, 2021-04-10 11:00 - 15:00, 2021-04-14 11:00 - 14:00, 2021-04-16 11:00 - 14:00 | Bower Center for the Arts, 309 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, United States
Masquerade … what ideas does this conjure up? … Mystery? Intrigue Fear? Excitement? Fun? There are culturally diverse masks; Hawaiian, Polynesian, African, Native American, Asian, and Carnival and Mardi Gras masks worn in parades and parties. Many are very elaborate as are the Venetian ones and others are just fun and may look like animal faces.
AND … consider this … how animals and birds blend into nature because of their color and skin patterns – this camouflage and concealment is a form of masquerade that serves as protection! Whether you work in 2-D or 3-D it’s time to have some fun with an intriguing subject matter … whether it’s a 3D mask or 2-D artwork showing a party or parade in full swing or a still life of masks … let your imagination go wild with Masquerade!

Free admission.
Online Gallery.

Sunrise Hike at Claytor Nature Center
2021-04-03 07:00 - 08:00 | Claytor Nature Center, 1844 Woods Road, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
A guided sunrise hike for all ages. Experience Claytor in the early morning hours when wildlife is more active! Discover the trails and discuss points of interest with a knowledgeable guide. The program will take place on a trail system that covers a variety of terrain and various habitats. There will be frequent breaks as the group stops to discuss points of interest.
For more information on what to expect, safety protocols, or how to register, check out the calendar/registration page here: https://lynchburg.libcal.com/calendar/Claytor
Program is FREE to the public as well as Otter Romp members!
Please direct any questions to enviroed@lynchburg.edu

Forest Farmers Market
2021-04-03 08:00 - 12:00, 2021-04-10 08:00 - 12:00, 2021-04-17 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.

Saturday Story Time
2021-04-03 11:00 - 12:00 | Bedford Public Library, 305 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Saturday Story Time @ Bedford Central Library
Join us on the 1st Saturday of every month at 11:00 AM (unless the library is closed) for a new program filled with fun stories, songs, crafts and more! For children ages 0-5.

Extended Hours @ the Bower Center
2021-04-09 17:00 - 19:00 | Bower Center for the Arts, 309 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, United States
Come enjoy extended hours to view these two new exhibits, Masquerade-Youth & Adult Exhibition & It’s Hip to Be Square! Award announcements for our Youth Division of the Masquerade Exhibit will be made at 5:30 PM.
Both exhibits will be available for viewing through April 24!

Community Fair @ Historic Avenel
2021-04-10 08:00 - 13:00 | Historic Avenel, 413 Avenel Avenue, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Come to Historic Avenel for crafters, a flea market, antiques, food and more! Fun for the whole family!

Apple Blossom Day @ Gross' Orchard
2021-04-10 08:00 - 18:00 | Gross’ Orchard, 6817 Wheats Valley Rd., Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Come to Gross’ Orchard to celebrate the beautiful blossoms! Apples should be in full bloom making it a great day to get out, walk the trails of the orchard, snap some photos and grab a fried apple pie! There will be buggy rides through the heart of the orchard to capture the beauty of the blooms, history tours, and more. Free admission!

Forest Farmer's Market
2021-04-10 09:00 - 12:00 | Forest Farmers Market, 15583 Forest Road, Forest, VA, 24523, United States
The outdoor Winter market is here! Visit with artisans, craft, produce, and lots of other local vendors!

Youth Empowerment Expo
2021-04-17 10:00 - 14:00 | Falling Creek Park, 1257 County Farm Road, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Join local nonprofits Divine Fog Services, New Bedford Mentoring, and HOYE (Help Our Youth Excel) for a Community Youth Expo!
Information from local businesses will be available and community leaders will be on hand to talk about relevant topics and share their skills to help empower our youth to make good, educated decisions about their future. Teachers and instructors from the Susie B. Gibson Science & Technology Center will also participate with breakout sessions for the Construction Curriculum, Culinary Arts, and the LPN program.

Event is open to the public (geared towards students 4th grade – high school) with free admission.
