Richard Elder, a volunteer at the National D-Day Memorial and the son of a D-Day veteran, will speak on his father’s unit, the 743rd Tank Battalion, the unit which landed immediately in front of the Bedford Boys on Dog Green sector of Omaha Beach. His deeply personal talk will highlight the formation and training of...
A new place to paint this SPRING... the Peaks Of Otter Lodge in beautiful Bedford!! Only $20.00 per person, cash or check is accepted. Hope you can join us for this debut event!! Simply click going on the event and we will be sure to save your seat - https://www.facebook.com/events/1740990345958857/
Experience a moment in American history at Poplar Forest’s 17th annual presentation of Conversations with Thomas Jefferson. Sit in on a private and wide-ranging conversation between Jefferson, as portrayed by actor Bill Barker, and one of his compatriots as they discuss their shared experiences as revolutionaries, political colleagues, friends and neighbors. Past guests have included...
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.
Starting our 8th season, the Forest Farmer's Market will have wonderful fresh local produce from area farmers along with meat, eggs, fish, baked goods and coffee. There will be a variety of artisans selling one of a kind products. The Forest Farmer's Market is a producer-only market, there is no reselling allowed. Farmer's Market is...
Experience the Bedford Trails in this brand new event series! There will be a 5K and two mountain bike rides at each location. The series kicks off on April 28 and will conclude on September 29. Bedford County Parks & Recreation is proud to partner with Beale's Brewery on this new event which will...
The Bower Center is hosting its first Makers Brunch to celebrate local and regional artisans, providing an opportunity to offer their handcrafted goods for purchase. Shoppers will enjoy sipping mimosas, breakfast beers, brunch and live jazz while browsing at our "Urban Indoor Makers Market"! Food trucks will be parked around the building offering varieties of...
The Sedalia Center presents the annual BBQ & Blues Festival on April 28th!! Tastin' starts at high noon! Gates open at 11:30am rain or shine. Live Music by: John Emil, Jump Street, & IV Shades of Blue!! Advance tickets are $10 and available at the Bedford Area Welcome Center. At the gate: $15. Children under...
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.
