Every Friday night come to the parking lot at Ricky’s for some great social distancing fun! Music is played, laughter is heard ringing through the space, and everyone treats you like family. Bluegrass and mountain music, old time, and even a dash of tunes you'd never expect, are on display every Friday night to anyone...

Celebrating 46 years of live community theater in Bedford! “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” debuts on Friday, June 4, and runs June 5, 6, 11, 12, and 13. The Friday and Saturday shows begin promptly at 7:30 p.m. and the Sunday matinees at 2:00 p.m.  This adult content musical is full of fun...

Come to the Forest Farmer's Market every Saturday for locally grown and produced fresh meat, vegtables, fruit, bread, craft vendors and so much more! 

Come enjoy this great farmers market every Friday and second Saturday of the month! You will find fresh produce, veggies, artisan crafts and several more Bedford grown products! Food trucks will also be on site!   

Vittone Farms is a happy host to the SML Farmers Market every Saturday morning. Come purchase your local food, produce, arts, and crafts, during your visit to Smith Mountain Lake. The last market for 2021 will be November 20th.   

Come to The Bower Center for the Arts for this annual exhibit! This exhibit has historically seen artworks in numerous media including painting, drawing, print making, collage, photography, sculpture, mosaics, fiber art, fabric, stained and fused glass, and more. Gallery admission is free.  Online Gallery