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Bedford Public Library Events
2017-01-15 - 2017-01-28 | VA
February is coming up, and so is the Bedford Public Library System’s special program, Valentines for Veterans! Visit your local library between January 23rd and 28th to make a Valentine to show your appreciation for a veteran. Materials are provided so all you have to do is show up! Valentines will be sent from your library branch to the patients at Salem VA Medical Center.
Get an early start on literacy this February with the Winter Reading Program! Children aged 0-5 can earn stickers during the entire month of February by reading books with their caregiver. Register at your local library branch and start working toward your special certificate as early as Wednesday, February 1st! Don’t forget, this can count towards their 1KB4K total!
Bedford Business
Tuesday, January 17th is Family Movie Night at the Bedford Library. We are showing The Secret Life of Pets (PG), an animated film from the studio that brought you Despicable Me! Enjoy crafts at 4:45 and the movie at 5PM. Snacks provided! The movie’s running time is 1 hour 30 minutes. We hope to see you there!
On Thursday, January 19th and Thursday, January 26th, you’re invited to the library at 4PM to learn about our 3-D printer. After this introduction, teens ages 13 through young adult can make reservations to create their own masterpieces using this cutting edge technology. Days available for 3-D printing use will be Monday through Thursday between the hours of 4PM and 5:15PM. Due to the complexity and duration of the process, only one or two prints can be made in a day.
Get ready for another season of our early literacy programs, Books 4 Fun and Rock-A-Bye Reader! Books 4 Fun begins on Tuesday, January 24th at 10:30 AM. Rock-A-Bye Reader follows on Wednesday, January 25th at 10:30 AM. Both programs repeat every week. B4F is a fun and engaging story and craft time for children aged 3-6. RBR provides equivalent stimulation for infants and toddlers up to 3 years of age. Jumpstart your child’s language and literacy skills with these great programs!
Come to the library on Wednesday, January 25th. Between 4:15 and 5:30 PM, teens and tweens between the ages of 11-19 are invited to participate in Fashion Club. Learn about the world of fashion, how to create your own designs, and do cool Do It Yourself projects to make or repurpose your own clothing. Materials are provided, but you may also bring your own. Fashion Club meets twice a month on the first and fourth Wednesday of the month. Another meeting is coming up on Wednesday, February 1st!
Forest Fun
Get ready for another season of our early literacy programs, Books 4 Fun and Rock-A-Bye Reader! Starting on Tuesday, January 24th, children aged 3-6 are welcome to enjoy Books 4 Fun. The Forest Library holds one session at 10:30 AM on Tuesdays, and repeats the session at the same time on Wednesdays. These sessions repeat weekly.
Rock-A-Bye Reader returns on Monday, January 23rd. Forest holds its session for infants up to 21 months old at 10:15 AM on Mondays, followed by a session for toddlers between 21 and 36 months at 11:15 AM. Forest holds an additional two sessions for 21-36-month-old toddlers on Thursdays at 10:15 and 11:15 AM. These sessions repeat weekly.
Join us at the Forest Library for LEGO® Club! From 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM on January 26th, we’re exploring our imaginations with everyone’s favorite building blocks. This club meets on the last Thursday of every month. Ages 5+
Are you a big fan of dinosaurs? Join the club! The Forest Library hosts a Dinosaur Club on the first Thursday of every month. Drop by between 4:30-5:30 PM on February 2nd for this exclusive program. Kids ages 6+ can learn fascinating facts about these prehistoric creatures from a real dinosaur expert in this monthly club. Visit the library or call (540) 425-7002 to register.
Moneta Merriment
Rock-A-Bye Reader and Books 4 Fun are back for another season. Books 4 Fun resumes on Tuesday, January 24th. Children aged 3-6 can participate in Books 4 Fun every Tuesday at 10:30 AM. Crafts, stories, and music will keep your child engaged and entertained! Rock-A-Bye Reader begins at 10:30 AM on Monday, January 23rd and repeats every week. Infants and toddlers up to 3 years of age can enjoy stories and music at this early literacy program.
Mark your calendar for Thursday, January 26th; the Moneta/SML Library is showing The Secret Life of Pets (PG), an animated film from the studio that brought you Despicable Me. Arrive at 5:30 PM for crafts, and enjoy snacks and the movie at 6PM. The running time is 1 hour 30 minutes.
Big Island Antics
The LEGO club meets again at the library on Friday, January 20th between 3-4PM. Build something great from your imagination, or accept the challenge of the month! If you can’t make it, come back on Saturday the 21st between 10:30-11:30 AM for another chance. Bring your friends! Ages 5+
Rock-A-Bye Reader and Books 4 Fun are back for another season. Rock-A-Bye Reader is a fun and educational story time for infants and toddlers up to 3 years of age. This program begins at 10:30 AM on Monday, January 23rd and repeats every week. Older children between 3 and 6 years do not have to miss out; Books 4 Fun starts at 10:30 AM on Thursday, January 26th and repeats every week. Children can enjoy rhymes, stories, music, and crafts!
Come to the Big Island Library for Tuesday Teen Time! On January 24th we are playing games and snacking on junk food from 4:30 to 6:30 PM.
We’re starting the month of February with another Friday Film, Finding Dory (PG). Join us at 3PM on February 3rd for the exciting sequel to Finding Nemo, and enjoy a free snack!
Montvale Marvels
Books 4 Fun and Montvale’s exclusive early literacy program, Mother Goose on the Loose, are back for another season. Books 4 Fun begins at 10:30 AM on Tuesday, January 24th. Children aged 3-6 can have a fine time with music, stories, and crafts in this weekly program. Mother Goose on the Loose is a story time designed to prepare your infant or toddler for a successful future of reading and writing. This program resumes on Thursday, January 26th at 10:30 AM and repeats weekly.
We’re celebrating Harry Potter Book Night at the Montvale Library! Thursday, February 2nd will see the third annual Harry Potter Book Night celebrated throughout the world. Here at the Montvale Library, we’re getting ready to host an unforgettable night. The fun kicks off at 5PM.
We’ll be sharing the wonder of J.K. Rowling’s best-selling stories and introducing the next generation of readers to the unparalleled magic of Harry Potter. Here at the Montvale Library, young wizards, witches, and Muggles will be treated to an evening of games, activities, readings, and quizzes. Registration required, space is limited. Call the Montvale Library at (540) 425-7006 x2 to register.
It’s time for another Teen Night at the Montvale Library! Between 5PM and 7PM on Friday, February 3rd, we’ll be playing Xbox games, hanging out with friends, and enjoying tasty snacks!
Stewartsville Spectaculars
Books 4 Fun and Rock-A-Bye Reader are back for another season. Books 4 Fun begins at 10:30 AM on Monday, January 23rd and repeats every week. Children aged 3-6 are invited to enjoy stories, rhythm, crafts, and music with their peers. Infants and toddlers up to the age of 3 are welcome to enjoy similar activities at the Rock-A-Bye Reader program, which begins at 10:30 AM on Friday, January 27th and repeats every week.
The Stewartsville Library has an exciting event in store on Thursday, February 2nd! Fans old and new are invited to celebrate the magical world of Harry Potter with a variety of activities and treats. Join us between 3:30 and 4:30 PM to celebrate this best-selling series with other fans and make new friends! Please call (540) 425-7008 ext. 3 to register. Ages 8-14
For more information, contact:
Lauren Harper
lharper@bpls.org
Youth Service Librarian
Bedford Public Library System

Gospel Concert at Bower Center with the JoyBells and Perkins & Envision
2017-01-14 19:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Bower Center for the Arts, 305 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Come to the Bower Center on January 14th at 7:30 pm to be entertained by the JoyBells and Perkins & Envision, two amazing gospel groups. Tickets can be purchased in advance at lynchburgtickets.com or Bower Center for $10 or at the door the evening of the performance for $12.
For more information you may phone 540-586-4235 or visit www.bowercenter.org.
The Concert is partially sponsored by a grant from the Town of Bedford and the Virginia Commission for the Arts.

Essential Survival Skills - Sign Tracking
2017-01-14 13:30 - 17:30 | The Labyrinth Spa, 325 West Main Street, Bedford, 24523
Join us at The Labyrinth Spa as we have local Nature Experience Guide, Bill Howard, here to teach us essential survival skills.
We are all leaving signs of our presence all the time; but can you read it? Can you identify what made the sign? They’re more than just tracks. Find the chews, rubs, beds, trails, and some of the tracks.
Cost is $30.00 per adult $15.00 per child with parent.
Proceeds from this class goes goes back into more opportunities for more classes.
Survival Skills classes will be held throughout the year, please check our website or facebook for the most current schedule and upcoming classes. http://thelabyrinthspa.com

Forest Farmers Market
2017-01-14 08:00 - 12:00, 2017-01-07 08:00 - 12:00, 2016-12-31 08:00 - 12:00, 2016-12-24 08:00 - 12:00, 2016-12-17 08:00 - 12:00, 2016-12-10 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.

Bedford Laser Engraving Featured at Art & Soul on 2nd Friday
2017-01-13 17:00 - 20:00 | Art & Soul Gallery and Gifts, 205 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, 24523
Art & Soul Gallery and Gifts will feature Bedford Laser Engraving on 2nd Friday, January 13, 5:00-8:00 pm.
Brenda Spencer, owner and operator of Bedford Laser Engraving, will be demonstrating the many facets of the art forms created by her new industrial size laser engraver. She will be offering a 10% discount on any item ordered on Friday night to be personalized or engraved.
Art & Soul Gallery and Gifts, located at 205 North Bridge Street in Bedford, offers works of art by local artisans and crafters.
Owner Ginger “Bell” Realmuto looks forward showing off the talents of local folks that have filled her gallery with one-of-a-kind items.
For more information, call (540) 871-3288.

Bedford Laser Engraving’s Brenda Spencer

Bedford Police Department Community Awareness Meeting
2017-01-12 18:30 - 19:30 | Bedford Police Department, Town of Bedford Municipal Building, 215 East Main Street, 3rd Floor, Bedford, 24523
The Future and Upcoming Improvements
Come and join Chief Todd Foreman for an informative evening at the next Community Awareness meeting as he will be discussing changes, improvements and goals being set for the Bedford Police Department and how they will benefit the quality of life for our residents.
There will be a question and answer period after the discussion.

Step Into Mystery @ Peaks of Otter Winery & Orchards
2017-01-07 18:00 - 22:00 | Peaks of Otter Winery, 1218 Elmos Road, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Enter Peaks of Otter Winery & Orchards on Saturday, January 7th at 6pm and the winery will be as you have never known it.
In this Beale Treasure themed event, you must find out who committed this crime, how, and why from among the characters. You must find clues, question others, and solve the crime. Along the way you can bribe or blackmail others to get valuable information.
Come along and join the fun!
Purchase tickets at Peaks of Otter Winery or by calling 540.586.3707.

Bedford Public Library Events
2017-01-01 08:00 - 2017-01-16 17:00 | Bedford Public Library, 305 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
All BPLS branches will be closed on Monday, January 16th in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Happy New Year!
Books 4 Fun and Rock-A-Bye Reader story times will resume at the end of January.
Bedford Business
Come to the library on Wednesday, January 4th. Between 4:15 and 5:30 PM, teens and tweens between the ages of 11-19 are invited to participate in Fashion Club. Learn about the world of fashion, how to create your own designs, and do cool Do It Yourself projects to make or repurpose your own clothing. Materials are provided, but you may also bring your own. From now on, the Fashion Club will be meeting twice a month on the first and fourth Wednesday of the month.
Come to the Bedford Library for STEAM Wednesday on January 11th! During this month’s program, we are learning about weather. What is it? Why does it do what it does? Let’s find out! Make a tornado, watch a hurricane in action, see a cloud form, and learn all about snow, just in time for winter! STEAM Wednesday is intended for children 7+.
Join us for LEGO® Club on Thursday, January 12th between 3:30 and 5:30 PM. Put your imagination to work using our LEGOS® or DUPLOS®. From 3:30-4:30 PM, kids will also have the opportunity to spend time reading to Ty, our Reading Assistance Dog. This is a great time for your child to practice reading skills and boost confidence while having fun with our favorite furry friend. Ages 5+
Coming up on Tuesday, January 17th is Family Movie Night. We are showing The Secret Life of Pets (PG), an animated film from the studio that brought you Despicable Me! Enjoy crafts at 4:45 and the movie at 5PM. Snacks provided! The movie’s running time is 1 hour 30 minutes. We hope to see you there!
On Thursday, January 19th, come to the library at 4PM to learn about our 3-D printer. After this introduction, teens ages 13 through young adult can make reservations to create their own masterpieces using this cutting edge technology. Days available for 3-D printing use will be Monday through Thursday between the hours of 4PM and 5:15PM. Due to complexity and time for print, only one or two prints can be made in a day.
Forest Fun
Start off the new year of 2017 with something familiar! Come to the Forest Library for our Dinosaur Club. Drop by between 4:30-5:30 PM on Thursday, January 5th for this exclusive program. Kids ages 6+ can learn fascinating facts about these prehistoric creatures from a real dinosaur expert in this monthly club. Visit the library or call (540) 425-7002 to register.
Moneta Merriment
Moneta’s Books 4 Fun and Rock-A-Bye Reader programs return at the end of January. Get ready for another season of reading and fun!
Big Island Antics
Start the new year of 2017 with our Friday Film, The Angry Birds Movie (PG). Join us at 3PM on January 6th for this animated movie inspired by the popular game, and enjoy a free snack!
Montvale Marvels
Come by the Montvale Library for Teen Night on Friday, January 6th! Between 5PM and 7PM we’ll be playing Xbox games, hanging out with friends, and enjoying tasty snacks!
Stewartsville Spectaculars
Stewartsville’s Books 4 Fun and Rock-A-Bye Reader programs return at the end of January. Get ready for another season of reading and fun!
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Lauren Harper
Email: lharper@bpls.org
Youth Service Librarian
Bedford Public Library System

“Biding Time” at Goose Creek Studio on 2nd Friday
2017-01-01 - 2017-01-31 | Goose Creek Studio Gallery, 302 Court Street, Bedford, VA, United States
Artist Shelley Koopmann creates small yet captivating oil paintings of ordinary people doing ordinary things like taking a snooze in a beach chair or checking email on a cellphone. During the month of January, a collection of these image titled “Biding Time” will be featured in the Old Jail Hill Art Space on the 2nd floor at Goose Creek Studio.
A reception with the artist will be held on 2nd Friday, January 13, 5:00-8:00 pm.
In addition to Koopmann’s paintings, on the first floor there will also be new work by a number of local artisans including Nancy Blankenship (pottery), Deena Ruiz (lampwork jewelry), Timothy Parker (photography), Des Black (woodworking), Linda Black (fiber art), and Jaret Peerson (photography).

Shelley Koopmann’s “Under the Watchful Eye of Napoleon”
For more information, see www.goosecreekstudio.com or call (540) 586-8482.

Peaks of Otter Lodge New Year's Eve Celebration
2016-12-31 20:00 | Peaks of Otter Lodge, 85554 Blue Ridge Parkway, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Celebrate the arrival of 2017 at Peaks of Otter Lodge!

Enjoy a bountiful buffet starting at 8:00 pm, live music by The Elliott Hammond Quintet throughout the evening, and ring in the New Year with a champagne toast as you watch the ball drop from New York City on an 8 foot screen!
Reservations are required!
Rates starting at $329.96 (plus taxes) for the overnight package or $127.50 (plus taxes) for the buffet & dance only.
Rate is also available by calling (866)387-9905 and mentioning Promo Code NYE17.

Peaks of Otter Lodge Christmas Eve Brunch Buffet
2016-12-24 11:00 - 14:00 | Peaks of Otter Lodge, 85554 Blue Ridge Parkway, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Back by popular demand, our Christmas Eve Brunch Buffet returns to Peaks’ Lake View Restaurant featuring Carved Bourbon Brown Sugar Ham, an Omelet Station, Poached Salmon with Citrus Veloute, Sliced Roast Beef with Wild Mushrooms, Grilled Chicken Breast with Apple Butter Demi-Glace, and a variety of soups, salads, appetizers, sides and desserts!

Visit our website for full menu and details.
$28.95 Adults
$14.95 Children (12 & under)
Our annual buffets often sell out, so reservations are strongly encouraged; call 866-387-9905 to make yours today!

Peaks of Otter Lodge ~ Christmas Lights Driving Tour
2016-12-23 18:00 - 21:00 | VA
Enjoy a shuttle tour of the festive holiday lights around Bedford including: Liberty Lake Park Holiday Lights and English Meadows Christmas Light Display.
$20 per person.
Shuttle departs from the main lodge promptly at 6:00 pm, and seating is limited.

Call 866-387-9905 for further details, and to reserve your space today!

Winter Solstice Candlelight Ceremony
2016-12-21 19:00 - 22:00 | The Labyrinth Spa, 325 West Main Street, Bedford, 24523
Gather together to bring Peace and Unity to our World. Whether you can come in person or just in Spirit, please know you are welcome and wanted. We will have a Candlelight Ceremony to bring light and Unity to our community and spread this love through out the world.
Ceremony will be followed by a Community Potluck. Please bring a dish to share. Please mark the ingredients as we have many different dietary styles (ex. Organic, Gluten Free, Dairy free, nut free etc.)
We look forward to sharing this time with you!

Bedford Public Library Events
2016-12-18 - 2016-12-31 | VA
Happy Holidays!
Books 4 Fun and Rock-A-Bye Reader story times will resume at the end of January.
All Bedford Public Library System branches are closed on the following days: Friday, December 23rd through Monday, December 26th and Saturday, December 31st through Monday, January 2nd.
Bedford Business
Tuesday, December 20th brings us Family Movie Night. We are showing Finding Dory (PG), starring Pixar’s unforgettable forgetful fish! Enjoy crafts at 4:45 and the movie at 5PM. Snacks provided! The movie’s running time is 1 hour 45 minutes. We hope to see you there!
Show your family and friends that you care by making them a unique holiday card at the library between 4-5PM on Wednesday, December 21st! We’ll provide the materials for you to create cards for everyone on your list.
Join us in the new year of 2017 for more great library programs!
Come back to the library on Wednesday, January 4th. Between 4:15 and 5:30 PM, teens and tweens between the ages of 11-19 are invited to participate in Fashion Club. Learn about the world of fashion, how to create your own designs, and do cool Do It Yourself projects to make or repurpose your own clothing. Materials are provided, but you may also bring your own. Our December program is the perfect time to make a fashionable holiday gift for a loved one. From now on, the Fashion Club will be meeting twice a month on the first and fourth Wednesday of the month.
On Thursday, January 19th, come to the library at 4PM to learn about our 3-D printer. After this introduction, teens ages 13 through young adult are able to being making reservations to create their own masterpieces using this cutting edge technology. Days available for 3-D printing use will be Monday through Thursday between the hours of 4PM and 5:15PM. Due to complexity and time for print, only one or two prints can be made in a day.
Forest Fun
Start off the new year of 2017 with something familiar! Come to the Forest Library for our Dinosaur Club. Drop by between 4:30-5:30 PM on Thursday, January 5th for this exclusive program. Kids ages 6+ can learn fascinating facts about these prehistoric creatures from a real dinosaur expert in this monthly club. Visit the library or call (540) 425-7002 to register.
Moneta Merriment
Mark your calendar for Thursday, December 29th; the Moneta/SML Library is showing Finding Dory (PG), a fun and adventurous sequel to Finding Nemo. Arrive at 5:30 PM for crafts, and enjoy snacks and the movie at 6PM. The running time is 1 hour 45 minutes.
Big Island Antics
Come to the library for Tuesday Teen Time after the holiday break! On December 27th we are playing games and snacking on junk food from 4:30 to 6:30 PM.
Come back in the new year of 2017 for our Friday Film, The Angry Birds Movie (PG). Join us at 3PM on January 6th for this animated movie inspired by the popular game, and enjoy a free snack!
Montvale Marvels
Come by the Montvale Library for Teen Night on Friday, January 6th! Between 5PM and 7PM we’ll be playing Xbox games, hanging out with friends, and enjoying tasty snacks!
Stewartsville Spectaculars
Take a look at the other BPLS branches for more events!
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Lauren Harper
lharper@bpls.org
Youth Service Librarian
Bedford Public Library System

Bedford Community Orchestra Holiday Concert
2016-12-17 19:30 - 21:00 | Bedford Middle School Auditorium, 503 Longwood Avenue, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Join the Bedford Community Orchestra for a night of Holiday music on Saturday, December 17th, 7:30pm at the Bedford Middle School!
Come enjoy a wonderful evening of your favorite holiday tunes!
Suggested Donation $10/adults $5/under 12
For more information visit: www.BedfordCommOrch.org or call 540/947-0208

The Chesapeake Bay Impact Crater
2016-12-16 20:00 - 22:00 | Peaks of Otter Lodge, 85554 Blue Ridge Parkway, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Join NASA JPL Solar System Ambassador, Greg Redfern, for an engaging presentation to hear the inside story and view rare geological samples from within the world’s 7th largest known impact crater under the Chesapeake Bay at Cape Charles, VA.
A jacket is recommended, and a flashlight is helpful.
Free to all parkway visitors.

“The Peaks Under the Stars” – If the sky is clear after the presentation, our guests will move outdoors to the lawn area at the edge of the lake to see the night sky in all its glory while listening to sky lore and fascinating sky facts.
Seating is limited, so reservations are recommended! Call 866-387-9905 to reserve your space today!

Peaks of Otter Lodge ~ Christmas Lights Driving Tour
2016-12-16 18:00 - 21:00 | VA
Enjoy a shuttle tour of the festive holiday lights around Bedford including: Liberty Lake Park Holiday Lights, Bedford Welcome Center Festival of Trees, and English Meadows Christmas Light Display.
$20 per person.
Shuttle departs from the main lodge promptly at 6:00 pm, and seating is limited.

Call 866-387-9905 for further details, and to reserve your space today!

Essential Survival Skills - Fire and Cordage
2016-12-11 13:30 - 17:30 | The Labyrinth Spa, 325 West Main Street, Bedford, 24523
Join us at The Labyrinth Spa as we have local Nature Experience Guide, Bill Howard, here to teach us essential survival skills.
One thing you find out pretty quickly in a wilderness situation is just how valuable it is to have rope and cordage. Yet, how do you get it or make it? What is it made of?
It is actually easier than you think once you learn a few things. You may find yourself using this activity to fill your idle time.
Cost is $30.00 per adult $15.00 per child with parent.
Proceeds from this class goes goes back into more opportunities for more classes.
Survival Skills classes will be held throughout the year, please check our website or facebook for the most current schedule and upcoming classes. http://thelabyrinthspa.com

An 1850's Christmas Celebration at Historic Avenel
2016-12-10 18:00 - 20:30 | Historic Avenel, 413 Avenel Avenue, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Step back in time and enjoy beautiful Avenel decorated for the holidays, cocktails, and heavy hors d’oeuvres.
Guests are welcome to wear costumes, and participate in the Costume Contest!
Tickets are only $40 each
($25 of the Ticket Price is Tax Deductible)
Tickets available from Avenel Board Members, Arthur’s Jewelry, Scott & Bond Insurance, Bedford Welcome Center, and online at www.lynchburgtickets.com

Forest Farmer's Winter Market
2016-12-10 08:00 - 12:00 | poplar-forest-group-tour
Indoor farmer and artisan market.

Christmas in Sedalia
2016-12-10 | The Sedalia Center, 1108 Sedalia School Road, Big Island, VA, United States
Santa’s workshop is coming to Sedalia and so is Santa! There will be hand crafted, local gifts for everyone on your list! Also featured will be a gift wrap station, craft activities for children of all ages, Christmas carols, live music, food and fun!

Brass 5 at the Bower Center for the Arts
2016-12-09 20:00 - 22:00 | Bower Center for the Arts, 305 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Bower Center for the Arts presents: Brass 5
Free Christmas Concert
Friday, December 9th at 8:00pm

Flames of Memory and Christmas in Wartime Presentation
2016-12-09 18:00 - 2016-12-11 21:00 | National D-Day Memorial, 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
As twilight deepens and obscures the Blue Ridge, the Memorial will honor the 4,413 men killed on D-Day.
Arranged throughout the monument, thousands of luminaries will shine in recognition of Overlord’s fallen and
in tribute to the ultimate sacrifice each made to relight the lamp of freedom. Luminaries are sold throughout the year and may be purchased in honor or in memory of anyone who has served. A printed program will be distributed during the event and will include the tributes. Call (540) 586-3329 for more information or email giving@dday.org. Special thanks to sponsors the Virginia Moose Association and Member One Federal Credit Union.

Peaks of Otter Lodge ~ Christmas Lights Driving Tour
2016-12-09 18:00 - 21:00 | VA
Enjoy a shuttle tour of the festive holiday lights around Bedford including: Liberty Lake Park Holiday Lights, National D-Day Memorial Luminary Lighting, and Bedford Welcome Center Festival of Trees.

$20 per person.
Shuttle departs from the main lodge promptly at 6:00 pm, and seating is limited.
Call 866-387-9905 for further details, and to reserve your space today!

Paintings and Calendar Featured at Goose Creek for Studio and Gallery Tour
2016-12-04 13:00 - 17:00 | Goose Creek Studio Gallery, 302 Court Street, Bedford, VA, United States
As part of the 5th Annual Art Studio and Gallery Tour in the Town of Bedford – Sunday, December 4, 1-5 pm – Goose Creek Studio will be presenting a special exhibit by local folk art painter Carol Burnett. Burnett has selected 13 of her paintings – one for each month of the year plus one for the cover – to be included in a 2017 wall calendar. The exhibit, titled “Through the Year,” will feature the original paintings which, along with the calendars, will be for sale.
Carol Burnett was always drawing as a child. At the age of 60, and after many years of running local antique shops, she decided to return to painting. Burnett calls the style of her work a naïve type of folk art. She works in a variety of mediums that include both drawings and paintings in a mixed palette of pen and ink, watercolor, marker, acrylic and pastel. Much of her work celebrates the nostalgia of the country landscape, family life or women’s fashions.
Goose Creek Studio is located at 302 Court Street in Bedford. For more information, see or call (540) 586-8482.
