5th Annual Edna Curry/John Bower Exhibition
2019-02-02 11:00 - 16:00, 2019-02-03 11:00 - 16:00, 2019-02-04 11:00 - 16:00, 2019-02-05 11:00 - 16:00, 2019-02-06 11:00 - 16:00, 2019-02-07 11:00 - 16:00, 2019-02-08 11:00 - 16:00, 2019-02-09 11:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) and 6 more dates | VA
Annual judged non-theme exhibition to honor Bower Center’s primary benefactors, Edna Curry and John Bower
Gallery admission is always free during open hours-
Tues-Sat, 11am-4pm
Entry deadline for artists: January 19th
5 Judges: Artists in the Blue Tablecloth Society
The Blue Tablecloth Society was originated by the well-known Virginia artist Ron Boehmer and functions as a critique instrument and professional barometer for its membership, which is limited to five. The goal is to examine work, learn from each piece, and each other. We discuss our motivations, goals, and problems as they relate to us specifically, and art culture today.
Director: Ron Boehmer: www.ronboehmer.com
Current members:
Deliece Blanchard: https://delieceblanchard.com
David Eakin: www.davideakin.com
Cheryl Hawkins: www.artboxvirginia.com/art-on-12th/html
Kaye Lipscomb: https://kayelipscomb.com
Nancy McDearmon: www.nancymcdearmon.com

Freddy & Francine - Americana Soul
2019-02-02 19:30 - 22:30 | Bedford Public Library, 305 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Join the Friends of the Bedford Public Library on Saturday, February 2, at 7:30 p.m. as they host in concert, Freddy & Francine. The concert, held in the Bedford Room of Bedford Central Library is open to the public, with a ticket price of $15.00 per person; collected at the door or purchased in advance through http://www.lynchburgtickets.com/ Seating is limited. For more information, call 540-586-8911, or visit: www.friendsofbedfordlibrary.org. Join us and bring a friend or two! To receive notifications of upcoming shows please join our email list, accessible through our web site. Help us build our mailing list by forwarding this to your friends.
Freddy & Francine is an Americana-Soul duo comprised of Bianca Caruso & Lee Ferris. With voices reminiscent of Aretha Franklin & Van Morrison, their songs blend Soul, R&B, Folk, and Americana with a modern, yet timeless appeal to all ages. Based in Los Angeles, Ferris and Caruso met in the 40th Anniversary of a musical production of HAiR in LA in 2007. As individuals, Caruso developed a comedy television show with ABC and Ferris racked up 500 performances as Carl Perkins in the Broadway musical Million Dollar Quartet. Freddy & Francine have released 2 EPs & 3 full length records since 2008. Their latest, “Gung Ho” was produced by renowned producer Todd Sickafoose (Ani DiFranco, Andrew Bird, Anais Mitchell) and featured members of Ryan Adams, Rufus Wainwright, and Andrew Bird’s touring bands.

MTX #1 Kickoff Race
2019-02-03 13:30 - 17:00 | Falling Creek Park, 1257 County Farm Road, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
We’ll keep your legs spinning with the Bedford Winter Mountain Cross Race Series. Come on out and join in on the racing, fun, food, prizes and friends! More good times coming with the Bedford Trails Winter Mountain Cross Race Series right around the corner. Get signed up today!

CVABC - New Member Breakfast
2019-02-05 08:00 - 21:30 | Bedford Area Welcome Center, 816 Burks Hill Road, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
This Event is available for All New Members of the Central Virginia Business Coalition and/or prospective members to come out and learn about your CVABC Benefits and the opportunities available to you with your Membership. This event is FREE for New Members, existing members and businesses wishing to come out to learn more about our organization.

Intro to Pottery & Ceramics
2019-02-05 10:00 - 12:00, 2019-02-12 10:00 - 12:00 | VA
Learn and explore the wonderful world of clay! In this class we will use techniques such as coil, pinch and slab to create decorative and functional ware.
Instruction will include treatment of clay in various stages of moisture, wedging, finishing techniques and glazing. There will be an introduction to wheel- throwing to form bowls, cups, bottles etc.
The Instructor is Kim Clarke. “When asked to describe her own work, Clarke already has a perfected artist statement ready to go.
“Tim Burton meets ‘Alice in Wonderland’ and explodes into Cirque du Soleil,” she says.
The description is fairly accurate among the bunnies, kings, queens and jesters. The only thing that doesn’t scream Lewis Carroll are her boats, in which figures and animals often sit — though she says she’s not sure why.
“Transportation’s kind of big for some reason,” says Clarke. “Cars, rockets.””
Notes:
• $20 materials fee due to instructor first day of class
6 sessions, Jan 22-Feb 26
Tuesdays, 10am-12pm

Intro to Mosaics with Dotti Stone
2019-02-05 13:30 - 16:00, 2019-02-12 13:30 - 16:00 | VA
Feel the excitement of learning a centuries-old art form… and prepare to be addicted!
Learn the basics of mosaic design, some of the different materials used, the tools used, how to cut glass and porcelain, and two direct methods of constructing a mosaic. Supply fee will cover the first two small projects.
Instructor: Dotti Stone
Dotti studied art at Richmond Professional Institute – ‘65, (now VCU), Richmond VA. Previously, a professional photographer and stained glass artist in Northern Virginia. Stone took up mosaics in 2004 while still in Northern VA. She relocated to Wirtz VA in 2007 and operated a home studio, Smith Mountain Lake Mosaics. She opened a studio in Bower Center for the Arts in 2009 and a year later moved to Bedford to be near the Center, the studio, and to be part of its growing arts community.
She has exhibited widely and in 2015, with several other mosaic artists, organized BRAMA (Blue Ridge Area Mosaic Artists). The group meets bimonthly, exhibits mosaics, and works on community mosaic projects. Stone creates fine art panels and sculptural works, and since 2009 has taught mosaics classes to adults, and to youth in Bower’s summer arts camp and after-school programs.
“Most rewarding is seeing what my students create, their excitement over the different materials and colors, learning various techniques and their applications, and developing an appreciation for mosaics. Mosaic art is one of the oldest art forms and creating and exhibiting them to inspire others to enjoy, appreciate, and learn about this versatile and tactile form of art is important and satisfying.” Dotti
Notes:
• $30 supply fee due to instructor first day of class
• Supply fee will cover your first two small projects
Jan. 22-Feb. 26 (no class 2/5)
Class times available: 1:30-4pm or 6-8:30pm
Students may come to whichever session best suits their schedules.

Knitwits: Beginner Knitting Class
2019-02-05 18:00 - 19:30, 2019-02-12 18:00 - 19:30 | VA
We will learn the basics of knitting and make a cozy pair of slippers. Once you learn to to cast on, knit and purl, there is no end to what you can make!
Instructor: Suzanne Warner, a retired middle school teacher in Bedford. “I have been knitting since around age 10. Knitting helps me relax and deal with a crazy world!”
Kids 10+ welcome when accompanied by an adult
Registration is required

2nd Friday Reception
2019-02-08 17:00 - 20:00 | ElectricCoArt, 207 East Depot Street, Bedford, VA, United States
The Electric Company Art Gallery is proud to present the powerful photography done by our own Robert Miller for the month of February. If you missed your chance in January, we will display Robert’s stunning and beautiful works for a second month. His talented perception of the world of photography has taken us beyond our imagination into a world he can only see. He was encouraged by all who came to see him and the many purchases of his photographic works.

His work has appeared in major Corporate Collections in Virginia, Washington DC and elsewhere in the United States and beyond.

Forest Farmers Market
2019-02-09 08:00 - 12:00, 2019-02-16 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.

Indoor Farmer's Market
2019-02-09 08:00 - 12:00 | Forest Farmers Market, 15583 Forest Road, Forest, VA, 24523, United States
Show your love and buy local. We will have artisan gifts and delicious food for you to share.

MTX #2 After Dark
2019-02-09 18:30 - 22:00 | Falling Creek Park, 1257 County Farm Road, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States

Sweethearts Wine Tasting
2019-02-15 14:30 - 17:30 | Hickory Hill Vineyards and Winery, 1722 Hickory Cove Lane, Moneta, VA, 24121, United States
Bring your sweetheart, whether that is your spouse, lover, BFF, mother, father, brother or sister to celebrate Valentine’s Day! There are two wine flights to choose from.
For Dry Wine Lovers
We have assembled a Dry Wine Flight with Charcuterie for you and your sweetheart to share.
For Semi and Sweet Wine Lovers
For those that enjoy their wine less dry, we assembled a semi to Sweet Wine Flight with Chocolate for you and your sweetheart to share.
Additional details may be found at www.SMLwine.com or at the ticket URL.
Reservations are required.

Winter Bluegrass Jam
2019-02-15 18:00 - 22:00 | VA
Mariners Landing is proud to present their very first Winter Bluegrass Jam! This event will be held on Friday, February 15th, 2019 and is sure to bring some warmth to the cold Winter season. Doors open at 6pm and the layout will be an open jam session format. Musicians of all ages and skill levels are encouraged to come out, join in, and play along. Bluegrass and mountain music roots run deep in our region, and this event will give you the chance to jam along with some of the best bluegrass musicians in our area! Whether you’re a musician or just a fan of the music, this will be a fun event for the whole family.

Tickets are $10 for individuals, or $20 for a Family Ticket, and are available for purchase at The Pointe at Mariners Landing or Ricky’s Bluegrass Connection in Moneta. Food and beverages will be available!
