Forest Farmers Market
2017-02-04 08:00 - 12:00, 2017-02-11 08:00 - 12:00, 2017-02-18 08:00 - 12:00, 2017-02-25 08:00 - 12:00, 2017-03-04 08:00 - 12:00, 2017-03-11 08:00 - 12:00, 2017-03-18 08:00 - 12:00, 2017-03-25 08:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | 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.

Beth Macy ~ "Truevine"
2017-02-04 14:00 - 16:00 | Bedford Museum and Genealogical Library, 201 East Main Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
“In 1899, twin albino African American young men were kidnapped from nearby Franklin County and put in the circus. They performed for all types of people including royalty. Local author Beth Macy shares this story and their brave mothers fight to get them back in her new book “Truevine”.
Beth will share this amazing story at the Bedford Museum and Genealogical Library on Saturday February 4, 2017 at 2 PM on the 3rd floor of the Museum. The event is free and open to the public. Givens Books will be on hand selling books.
The Bedford Museum & Genealogical Library is located at 201 E. Main St. in the heart of Centertown Bedford. There is an elevator available and plenty of parking.
Please call the Museum at 540-586-4520 with any questions.

Community Awareness Meeting
2017-02-09 06:30 - 20:00 | Bedford Police Department, Town of Bedford Municipal Building, 215 East Main Street, 3rd Floor, Bedford, 24523
Drugs in Bedford?
Join the Town Bedford Police Department for their next Community Awareness Meeting on February 9, 2017 and find out which drugs are prevalent in our area and strategies others have taken to make their communities safer.

Beauty of Life Breakfast
2017-02-09 08:00 - 09:00 | Olde Liberty Station, 515 Bedford Avenue, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
The Beauty of Life Breakfast benefitting the Friends of Bedford Hospice House will be next Thursday, February 9 at Olde Liberty Station, and E.W. Tibbs, CEO & President of Centra, is the keynote speaker. Arthur’s Jewelry is sponsoring the event, and will be on site displaying and selling jewelry, along with other vendors.

Seating is limited for the event, and RSVPs are requested. Depending on RSVPs, a small number of tickets may be for sale at the door.

For more information visit http://www.bedford-house.org or check out Friends of Bedford Hospice House Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/friendsbedfordhospicehouse/.

Out of Bounds at the Bower Center for the Arts
2017-02-10 - 2017-03-11 | Bower Center for the Arts, 305 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Out of Bounds
A Two-woman Show
Exploration. Existential. Experimental.

by Suzanne Paddock
Out of their normal bounds regarding themes, subject matter, technique and materials, this collection of watercolors by Perri Mason and oils by Suzanne V Paddock, represents experimentation to encourage individual artistic growth. It explores personally unfamiliar, uncomfortable, unknown territory and reflects the struggles and triumphs of moving out of the safety and comfort that each artist normally operates in.
Mason is accomplished, award winning, and a very popular pet portrait artist. Stepping out of the criteria that led to this success, she decided to explore different techniques. She loosened up and allowed the fates to make some decisions in her world of controlled chaos. She tried on provocative and may or may not have let her humorous side break out – it’s there with or without her permission.
Paddock’s brushstroke and palette create pieces that are easily recognized as hers. To move beyond her set structure, she decided to explore different mediums and themes. She went for latex paint and pastels. She considered more exciting ways of applying paint. She has even started to get a bit political.
“Out of Bounds” came from an offhand comment that was quickly snatched up and completely taken advantage of. It was nurtured in the spirit of leaping without looking and having faith in your gifts regardless of outcome. It is an exhibit with the strongest intentions of connecting with viewers about the idea that the arts are a playground for the mind. Mason and Paddock have been exhibiting together in two women shows, and as members of an art gallery co-op for the past four years. They thoroughly enjoy the stress that only sharing a creative adventure can bring. They now share the Red Door studio on the third floor at the Bower Center and are actively plotting their next career moves. There may be some pushing around going on too.
For commissions and sales contact Perri Mason at perri.paints@gmail.com and Suzanne V Paddock at svpaddock@gmail.com . For future happenings and more information, find each artist and like them on Facebook , and also view their websites perrimason.com and suzannevpaddock.com . For live interaction, come by the studio by chance or by appointment, and remember to visit Bedford’s arts community open receptions every 2nd Friday 5-8pm.

RUNA ~ Celtic Roots Music
2017-02-10 19:30 - 21:30 | Bedford Public Library, 305 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Join the Friends of the Bedford Public Library on Friday, February 10 at 7:30pm as they host the Irish group RUNA.

The concert, held in the Bedford Room of Bedford Central Library is open to the public.
Tickets can be purchased in advance from Lynchburg Tickets.
For more information, call 540.586.8911 or visit www.friendsofbedfordlibrary.org

Marc Baskind Trio with Keith Campbell in Concert at Bower Center
2017-02-11 19:30 - 21:00 | Bower Center for the Arts, 305 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Baskind and his trio with perform rock/jazz/blues/beach, country/bluegrass with local artist Keith Campbell in this cabaret style concert. Marc was raised in the heart of the Mississippi Delta (Greenville) and influenced by jazz, blues, and classics. He started ukulele at 7, guitar at 11, and majored in Tuba, leaving him in love with almost every genre of music
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.

Bedford Public Library Children's Programs
2017-02-15 - 2017-03-06 | VA
All BPLS branches will be closed on Monday, February 20th in observance of Presidents’ Day.
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 and doing special activities with their caregiver. Story time books count toward both the Winter Reading Program and 1KB4K! Register at your local library branch and start working toward your special certificate as early as Wednesday, February 1st!
Coming up in the month of March is our third annual 2017 Community Read! Prepare yourself for a reading program that is truly out of this world. This year our theme is outer space, and we’ll be exploring infinity and beyond with a great selection of books, movies, and programs throughout the month. Join your neighbors in this collective reading effort and check out one of this year’s titles! For this year’s picture book, we are reading Mousetronaut Goes to Mars, by Mark E. Kelly; for juvenile fiction, we are reading Space Case, by Stuart Gibbs; teens are invited to read Ender’s Game by Orson Scott Card, and adults can enjoy Andy Weir’s acclaimed novel, The Martian.
Bedford Business
Our early literacy programs, Books 4 Fun and Rock-A-Bye Reader, are back for another season! Books 4 Fun takes place on Tuesdays at 10:30 AM. Rock-A-Bye Reader follows on Wednesdays at 10:30 AM. Both programs repeat weekly. 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!
Tuesday, February 21st is Family Movie Night at the Bedford Library. We are showing Kubo and the Two Strings (PG), an animated film from the studio that brought you Coraline and The Boxtrolls! Enjoy crafts at 4:45 and the movie at 5PM. Snacks provided! The movie’s running time is 1 hour 42 minutes. We hope to see you there!
Come to the library on Wednesday, February 22nd. 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, March 1st!
Forest Fun
Our early literacy programs, Books 4 Fun and Rock-A-Bye Reader, are back for another season! Children aged 3-6 are welcome to enjoy Books 4 Fun on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10:30 AM. These sessions repeat weekly.
The Forest Library holds its Rock-A-Bye Reader 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 for Teen Game Night on Thursday, February 16th! Kids 12+ are invited to the Forest Library between 5:30 and 7:30 PM for a fun evening of video gaming and pizza with friends!
Join us at the Forest Library for LEGO® Club! From 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM on February 23rd, 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 March 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. 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 takes place at 10:30 AM on Mondays 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, February 23rd; the Moneta/SML Library is showing Kubo and the Two Strings (PG), an animated film from the studio that brought you Coraline. Arrive at 5:30 PM for crafts, and enjoy snacks and the movie at 6PM. The running time is 1 hour 42 minutes.
Big Island Antics
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 takes place at 10:30 AM on Mondays and repeats every week. Older children between 3 and 6 years do not have to miss out; Books 4 Fun occurs at 10:30 AM on Thursdays and repeats every week. Children can enjoy rhymes, stories, music, and crafts!
The LEGO club meets again at the library on Friday, February 17th 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 18th between 10:30-11:30 AM for another chance. Bring your friends! Ages 5+
Come to the Big Island Library for Tuesday Teen Time! On February 28th we are playing games and snacking on junk food from 4:30 to 6:30 PM.
We’re starting the month of March with another Friday Film, The BFG (PG). Join us at 3PM on February 3rd for this live-action adaptation of the book by Roald Dahl, 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 takes place at 10:30 AM on Tuesdays. 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 occurs on Thursdays at 10:30 AM and repeats weekly.
It’s time for another Teen Night at the Montvale Library! Between 5PM and 7PM on Friday, March 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 takes place at 10:30 AM on Mondays 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 occurs at 10:30 AM on Fridays and repeats every week.
We are celebrating Read Across America Day at the Stewartsville Library on Thursday, March 2nd, between 3:30 and 4:30 PM. Stop in for a Seussical good time with stories and activities. Please register by calling (540) 425-7008 ext. 3. Ages 3-8

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Lauren Harper
lharper@bpls.org
Youth Service Librarian
Bedford Public Library System

D-Day Lunchbox Lecture Series ~ Honor Delayed
2017-02-23 12:00 - 13:00 | Bedford Welcome Center, 816 Burks Hill Road, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
In honor of Black History Month, join Director of Education, John Long, at the Bedford Area Welcome Center to hear the story behind seven African Americans who received the Congressional Medal of Honor for their service in WWII – decades after the fact.
Free Admission

Peaks of Otter Lodge Winter Friday Night Dinner Special
2017-02-24 16:30 - 20:00, 2017-03-03 16:30 - 20:00, 2017-03-10 16:30 - 20:00 | Peaks of Otter Lodge, 85554 Blue Ridge Parkway, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Friday nights through March 10, 2017
4:30 – 8:00 pm

CHOICE OF ONE APPETIZER OR SALAD
Mini Crab Cakes with Remoulade Butternut Squash, Goat Cheese, & Sage Flatbread Brie in Puff Pastry Garnished with Raspberry Coulis Fried Oysters, Sauce Calypso Tossed House Salad Caesar Salad
CHOICE OF ENTRÈE
Filet of Salmon in Parchment
Minnesota Wild Rice Blend, Chef’s Choice Vegetable
Crab Cakes with Corn Relish
Wild Rice Blend, Chef’s Choice Vegetable
Charleston Style Shrimp and Grits
Chef’s Choice Vegetable
Seared Medallion of Pork Tenderloin with Port Wine Demi Mashed Potatoes, Chef’s Choice Vegetable
8 oz. Sirloin Steak Smothered with Mushrooms and Onions Mashed Potatoes, Chef’s Choice Vegetable
SELECTION FROM OUR DESSERT MENU

Peaks of Otter ~ Saturday Night Exclusive Sweetheart Package & Sweetheart Dinner
2017-02-25 | Peaks of Otter Lodge, 85554 Blue Ridge Parkway, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
February is Sweetheart Month at Peaks of Otter Lodge! Celebrate the “Valentine” season with our romantic Saturday Night exclusive package and Sweetheart Month Dinner. Package includes room accommodations, four-course candlelight dinner, and a welcome basket placed in your room featuring a single red rose, Virginia wine with keepsake etched glasses, gourmet chocolate, and Virginia peanuts.
Rates starting at $251.39 (plus taxes) for 2 adults.
Rate is also available by calling (866)387-9905 and mentioning Promo Code VALENTINE.
Sweetheart Month Prix Fixe Dinner Menu
$107 per Couple / 4:30PM to 8:00pm
SOUP
Cauliflower Soup with Basil Pesto
ROMANCE SALAD
Baby Greens, Strawberries, Almonds, Pecans, Feta, Croutons, Champagne Vinaigrette
CHOICE OF ENTRÈE
Chicken Breast Valentine Stuffed with Roasted Red Peppers, Mozzarella, Chives Served on a Bed of Fresh Sautéed Spinach, Garlic and Cream with Rice Blend Pilaf
Pepper Crusted New York Strip Grilled and Served with a Dark Chocolate, Cherry, Port Wine Sauce Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Fresh Trout Filled with a Salmon Mousseline, Wrapped in Bacon, Sauce Hollandaise Roasted Potatoes
CHOICE OF DESSERT
Cream Puffs Dark Chocolate Ganache, Raspberry Cream
Red Velvet Cake Chambord Icing, Pistachio

Forest Farmer's Winter Market
2017-02-25 08:00 - 12:00 | poplar-forest-group-tour
Indoor farmer and artisan market.

Bedford Public Library Children's Programs
2017-03-01 - 2017-03-14 | Relaxing
Bedford Business
Our early literacy programs, Books 4 Fun and Rock-A-Bye Reader, are back for another season! Books 4 Fun takes place on Tuesdays at 10:30 AM. Rock-A-Bye Reader follows on Wednesdays at 10:30 AM. Both programs repeat weekly. 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, March 1st. 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, March 22nd!
Join us at the Bedford Library for a special movie night in celebration of the Community Read! On Tuesday, March 7th at 4PM we will be watching Ender’s Game (PG-13), a film based on the Ender series by author Orson Scott Card. Check out the book from your local branch, and then enjoy the movie! Follow the journey of Andrew “Ender” Wiggin as he enters the battle for planet Earth in this sci-fi adventure. The running time is 1 hour 54 minutes. Refreshments are provided.
Don’t miss LEGO® Club on Thursday, March 9th 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+
Also on March 9th, patrons of all ages will have the opportunity to see our 3D printer in action. Between 12-1:30 PM, the printer will be hard at work in the youth area. Satisfy your curiosity and take a peek at this awesome piece of technology!
The Bedford Library is celebrating this year’s Community Read with a showing of Space Jam (PG) on Tuesday, March 14th. Enjoy snacks and this wacky film at 4PM. Come on and slam and welcome to the jam!
Get ready for another astronomically awesome event that corresponds with our Community Read. On Thursday, March 16th at 6PM, you’re invited to learn all about the night sky. Use a high-powered telescope to take a closer look at the moon, stars, and constellations at this special space-themed program. We will also have a fun space themed craft. (outdoor activities are weather permitting). Ages 5-YA
February’s coloring contest winners will be notified after the first week of March.
Forest Fun
Our early literacy programs, Books 4 Fun and Rock-A-Bye Reader, are back for another season! Children aged 3-6 are welcome to enjoy Books 4 Fun on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10:30 AM. These sessions repeat weekly.
The Forest Library holds its Rock-A-Bye Reader 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.
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 March 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.
Stop by the library for some St. Patrick’s Day fun on Friday, March 17th! Enjoy delightful Irish stories and a craft at 10:30 AM. Ages 3-6
Moneta Merriment
During the month of March, in honor of the 225th anniversary of the Bill of Rights, the Moneta branch will have a display available for viewing that was produced by the Virginia Foundation for the Humanities. Only thirty displays were distributed, and we were lucky to receive one of them! Stop by anytime during the month of March!
Rock-A-Bye Reader and Books 4 Fun are back for another season. 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 takes place at 10:30 AM on Mondays and repeats every week. Infants and toddlers up to 3 years of age can enjoy stories and music at this early literacy program.
As part of our Community Read, come to the Moneta/SML Library to enjoy the movie The Martian (PG-13), the film adaptation of Andy Weir’s novel by the same name. On Thursday, March 16th, the library is hosting two showings of the movie, one at 1PM and one at 6PM. Enjoy the movie on its own or compare it to the book.
Big Island Antics
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 takes place at 10:30 AM on Mondays and repeats every week. Older children between 3 and 6 years do not have to miss out; Books 4 Fun occurs at 10:30 AM on Thursdays and repeats every week. Children can enjoy rhymes, stories, music, and crafts!
We’re starting the month of March with another Friday Film, The BFG (PG). Join us at 3PM on March 3rd for this live-action adaptation of the book by Roald Dahl, and enjoy a free snack!
The Big Island Library is hosting a special STEM Club for the 2017 Community Read on Friday, March 10th! Between 3-4:30 PM, explore Earth’s neighbor planet and learn about the Mars rover, Curiosity, and even make your own rover at this exclusive space-themed program. Space is limited, so be sure to visit the library or call (540) 425-7000 ext. 1 to register.
The LEGO club meets again at the library on Friday, March 17th 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 18th between 10:30-11:30 AM for another chance. Bring your friends! Ages 5+
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 takes place at 10:30 AM on Tuesdays. 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 occurs on Thursdays at 10:30 AM and repeats weekly.
It’s time for another Teen Night at the Montvale Library! Between 5PM and 7PM on Friday, March 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 takes place at 10:30 AM on Mondays 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 occurs at 10:30 AM on Fridays and repeats every week.
We are celebrating Read Across America Day at the Stewartsville Library on Thursday, March 2nd, between 3:30 and 4:30 PM. Stop in for a Seussical good time with stories and activities. Please register by calling (540) 425-7008 ext. 3. Ages 3-8

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Lauren Harper
lharper@bpls.org
Youth Service Librarian
Bedford Public Library System

Skipper's Alley ~ Traditional Irish Music from Dublin Ireland
2017-03-03 19:30 - 22:00 | Bedford Public Library, 305 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Skipper’s Alley, traditional Irish Music from Dublin Ireland will be in concert on Friday, March 3, 2017 at 7:30pm.
The concert, held in the Bedford Room of Bedford Central Library is open to the public, and tickets can be purchased in advance from Lynchburg Tickets. Note: All tickets are $15. You must bring a paper receipt or evidence on your phone to gain admission. Doors open at 7pm.
Skipper’s Alley are a 7-piece ensemble whose dynamic take on traditional Irish music has garnered wide critical praise and featured on stages across three continents.
With a sound described as “from unaccompanied song through to full Chieftains frenzy” (Folk World), the Dublin-based group arrange and interpret traditional Irish folk music on Uilleann Pipes, Harp, Fiddle, Whistles, Bodhrán, Banjo and more, taking influence from such early bands as Planxty, Dé Dannan and The Bothy Band.
Skipper’s Alley first came to prominence in the summer of 2013 after winning the Loic Raison Trophy at Le Festival Interceltique de Lorient, an award previously won by such established acts as Danú and Clannad. Since then, the group have made several high profile TV and Radio appearances (The Late Late Show, Radio One’s Céilí House) and have toured in Ireland, England, Scotland, France, Germany, Denmark, India and Zambia.
In November 2014, the band released their self-titled debut album to wide critical acclaim and a ★★★★ review in The Irish Times.
Now, with North American tours and a second album already in the pipeline, Skipper’s Alley are a promising young act in the international folk circuit.
For more information, call 540-586-8911, or visit www.friendsofbedfordlibrary.org.

Essential Survival Skills - Trapping
2017-03-11 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.
This is a skill that is a follow-up to sign tracking. It is also a skill I spent quite a bit of my young life discovering. For me it was a skill that helped me learn more about the natural world than I could ever dreamed possible. There are so many life skills to be learned from this art.
Cost is $30.00 per adult $15.00 per child with parent.
Proceeds from this class 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

Youth Art Month ~ School Banner Project
2017-03-14 - 2017-03-31 | VA
We’re so excited to see our downtown alive with color in celebration of Youth Art Month!
Thanks to the talented students at Bedford County Public School and to Leslie Overstreet Bowyer and Bedford Main Street, Inc. for making this happen.
For walking map and event information – https://centertownbedford.com//?s=youth+art+month&search=Go

Forest Farmer's Winter Market
2017-03-14 08:00 - 2017-04-08 12:00 | VA

Bedford Public Library Children's Programs
2017-03-15 - 2017-03-29 | VA
It is March Madness for the Bedford Public Library System as we have lots of events going on at each of the branches and our headliner this month is our third annual Community Read, a reading program that is truly out of this world. This year our theme is outer space, and we’ll be exploring infinity and beyond with a great selection of books, movies, and programs throughout the month. Join your neighbors in this collective reading effort and check out one of this year’s titles! For this year’s picture book, we are reading Mousetronaut Goes to Mars, by Mark E. Kelly; for juvenile fiction, we are reading Space Case, by Stuart Gibbs; teens are invited to read Ender’s Game by Orson Scott Card, and adults can enjoy Andy Weir’s acclaimed novel, The Martian.
Bedford Business
Our early literacy programs, Books 4 Fun and Rock-A-Bye Reader, are back for another season! Books 4 Fun takes place on Tuesdays at 10:30 AM. Rock-A-Bye Reader follows on Wednesdays at 10:30 AM. Both programs repeat weekly. 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!
Get ready for another astronomically awesome event that corresponds with our Community Read. On Thursday, March 16th at 6PM, you’re invited to learn all about the night sky. Use a high-powered telescope to take a closer look at the moon, stars, and constellations at this special space-themed program. We will also have a fun space-themed craft. (Outdoor activities are weather permitting). Ages 5-YA
Tuesday, March 21st is Family Movie Night at the Bedford Library. We are showing The BFG (PG), based on the novel by Roald Dahl of the same name. Enjoy crafts at 4:45 and the movie at 5PM. Snacks provided! The movie’s running time is 1 hour 57 minutes. We hope to see you there!
Come to the library on Wednesday, March 22nd. 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, April 5th!
Springtime is the perfect time to make wind chimes! Come to the Bedford Library to make some with a variety of materials and take them home. Turn trash into treasure at this upcycling extravaganza! Registration is appreciated, so call (540) 586-8911 ext. 2108 to let us know you’re coming. Ages 3-17
Forest Fun
Our early literacy programs, Books 4 Fun and Rock-A-Bye Reader, are back for another season! Children aged 3-6 are welcome to enjoy Books 4 Fun on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10:30 AM. These sessions repeat weekly.
The Forest Library holds its Rock-A-Bye Reader 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.
Stop by the library for some St. Patrick’s Day fun on Friday, March 17th! Enjoy delightful Irish stories and a craft at 10:30 AM. Ages 3-6
Join us at the Forest Library for LEGO® Club! From 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM on March 30th, we’re exploring our imaginations with everyone’s favorite building blocks. This club meets on the last Thursday of every month. Ages 5+
Moneta Merriment
During the month of March, in honor of the 225th anniversary of the Bill of Rights, the Moneta branch will have a display available for viewing that was produced by the Virginia Foundation for the Humanities. Only thirty displays were distributed, and we were lucky to receive one of them! Stop by anytime during the month of March!
Rock-A-Bye Reader and Books 4 Fun are back for another season. 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 takes place at 10:30 AM on Mondays and repeats every week. Infants and toddlers up to 3 years of age can enjoy stories and music at this early literacy program.
As part of our Community Read, come to the Moneta/SML Library to enjoy the movie The Martian (PG-13), the film adaptation of Andy Weir’s novel by the same name. On Thursday, March 16th, the library is hosting two showings of the movie, one at 1PM and one at 6PM. Enjoy the movie on its own or compare it to the book.
Build with LEGOs® and meet new friends on March 25th at the library between 10:30 and 12! Use our LEGOs® or bring your own. Take a break at 11AM to increase your reading fluency and confidence with READ: Reading Education Assistance Dogs. It’s fun to read aloud to specially trained dogs in the library.
Mark your calendar for Thursday, March 30th; the Moneta/SML Library is showing The BFG (PG), a film based on the Roald Dahl book of the same name. Arrive at 5:30 PM for crafts, and enjoy snacks and the movie at 6PM. The running time is 1 hour 57 minutes.
Big Island Antics
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 takes place at 10:30 AM on Mondays and repeats every week. Older children between 3 and 6 years do not have to miss out; Books 4 Fun occurs at 10:30 AM on Thursdays and repeats every week. Children can enjoy rhymes, stories, music, and crafts!
The LEGO club meets again at the library on Friday, March 17th 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 18th between 10:30-11:30 AM for another chance. Bring your friends! Ages 5+
Come to the Big Island Library for Tuesday Teen Time! On March 28th we are playing games and snacking on junk food from 4:30 to 6:30 PM.
Visit the Big Island Library for another space-themed STEM Club on Friday, March 31st at 3PM. We will create our own production of Mousetronaut Goes to Mars, a story book by actual astronaut Mark Kelly; watch exciting Mars video snippets, and make some crafts. Participation is limited, so make sure to visit the library or call (540) 425-7000 to register.
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 takes place at 10:30 AM on Tuesdays. 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 occurs on Thursdays at 10:30 AM and repeats weekly.
Stewartsville Spectaculars
Books 4 Fun and Rock-A-Bye Reader are back for another season. Books 4 Fun takes place at 10:30 AM on Mondays 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 occurs at 10:30 AM on Fridays and repeats every week.
Celebrate the Community Read at the Stewartsville Library with Mousetronaut Goes to Mars, a story book by actual astronaut Mark Kelly. Kids can enjoy space-related activities at this exclusive event on March 28th between 5:30 to 6:30 PM. Please call (540) 425-7008 ext. 3 to register. Ages 5-10
For more information contact:
Lauren Harper
lharper@bpls.org
Youth Service Librarian
Bedford Public Library System

St. Patrick's Day Buffet ~ Peaks of Otter Lodge
2017-03-17 16:30 - 21:00 | Peaks of Otter Lodge, 85554 Blue Ridge Parkway, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
$19.95 – Adults
$9.95 – Children (12 years & under)
Prices subject to 5.3% State Tax, 4% Local Tax, and Gratuity
Beverages Are Additional
Groups of 6 or more are encouraged to call ahead, 540-586-1081.
Check out the Menu: http://www.peaksofotter.com/st-patricks-buffet.aspx

D-Day Lunchbox Lecture Series ~ The Road To Resistance
2017-03-23 12:00 - 13:00 | Bedford Welcome Center, 816 Burks Hill Road, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
In honor of Women’s History Month, join President April Cheek-Messier at the Bedford Area Welcome Center as she shares inspiring stories of women in the French Resistance.
Free Admission

Elena Mullins and Friends in Concert at Bower Center
2017-03-24 19:30 - 21:00 | Bower Center for the Arts, 305 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Singer and composer Elena Mullins will perform in a baroque concert. She will be accompanied by David McCormick on violin and Anthony Harvey on lute and theorbo.
All three are well-known to AGAR audiences for their performances with Three Notch’d Road and Alkemie.
Tickets can be purchased in advance at lynchburgtickets.com or Bower Center for $15 or at the door the evening of the performance.
For more information you may phone 540-586-4235 or visit www.bowercenter.org.
The Concert is co-sponsored by AGAR and the Virginia Commission for the Arts.
