This special Memorial Day ceremony officially recognizes the men and women who have sacrificed their lives for our freedoms. The program begins at 11a.m. Admission is free until noon. The keynote speaker is Brigadier General John “Jack” W. Mountcastle. BG Mountcastle is the former Chief of Military History for the Army, a veteran of Vietnam, and...
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.
Offering fresh local and seasonal fruit, vegetables and so much more! The First Saturday Markets are a community gathering of family, children activities, music, ready-to-eat food, local artisans, and more! You might see a demonstration by one of our talented local chefs, or enjoy wine sampling with one of our local vineyards. For the June...
The Artisan Fair hosts a wide variety of Artists and Artisans with an array of one-of-kind hand crafted works of art. From soft fibers to forged metal, beautiful glass and gorgeous pottery, you're sure to find something lovely at this year's event! We'll have live music, cool & refreshing sangria, and delightful treats from our...
Make plans to attend the WWII in Film Conference at Liberty University hosted by the National D-Day Memorial Foundation and Liberty University History Department to commemorate the 20th anniversary of Saving Private Ryan. Acclaimed WWII author and consultant for historical film productions Dr. Donald Miller of Lafayette College will be the keynote speaker. He is...
Following the conclusion of the WWII in Film conference, there will be a screening and discussion of Saving Private Ryan to commemorate the 20th anniversary of its theatrical release. The screening is free and open to the public, but tickets will be required for admission. For more information, visit www.dday.org or call (540) 586-3329.
The National D-Day Memorial will mark the 74th anniversary of Operation Overlord with a ceremony on Wednesday, June 6 at 11 a.m. This year’s commemoration features Pat Waters, the grandson of General George S. Patton and Desmond Doss Jr. Following the address, Normandy veteran Ash Rothlein will preside over the annual remembrance at the Memorial’s...
A weekend of Mountain Biking FUN and racing for the WHOLE FAMILY on June 8,9 &10 2018 at Falling Creek Park in beautiful Bedford Va.! Friday Dirt Crit 7pm Saturday Fat 5 Hour 830am Sunday Fat Tire Frenzy 930am On site registration opens 1.5 hours before race. ALL SKILL LEVELS AND ALL AGES WILL HAVE...
Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. But for an artist it is so much more. Artists copy or borrow from other artists to learn and grow more than to flatter. When local artist Carol Burnett encountered the work of Lynchburg artist Queena Stovall over twenty years ago, she knew that she not only encountered...
Virginia Dickens, is a photographer, artist, and graphic designer. She creates her art by combining her photographs, paintings and sketches in Photoshop. The mixed media piece is then built up layer-by-layer, adding pieces of her photographs as she goes. Printing her creations on canvas, metal and watercolor paper in her studio, she assembles the frames...
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.
Join us on Saturday, June 9 at 7:00 p.m. as the Bower Center cohosts with the Spectrum Arts Society “Echoes of Appalachia, Bluegrass and Folk Songs.” This concert will be presented with a special combination of solos and small ensemble singing. Going back to our roots! Echoes of Appalachia will have you stomping your feet...
Shakespearean theater returns to Mr. Jefferson’s south lawn with Poplar Forest’s production of Love’s Labour’s Lost, Shakespeare’s extravagant romantic comedy. Bring your friends and family—and a picnic dinner and a blanket or chairs—and experience the magic of Shakespeare’s verse performed under a starry night sky. Adult refreshments will be available for purchase each night from...
On Sunday, June 10, 2:00-4:00 pm, Goose Creek Studio will host a pop-up exhibit and gallery talk by installation artist Veronica Jackson. Jackson is new to the region, but her family has long and deep roots in Bedford County. After a career in architecture and museum exhibit design in Washington DC, Jackson decided to reinvent...
The Electric Company Art Gallery will hold its 5th Annual Exhibition of Itsy Bitsy Artwork from June 1st – June 30th. This is an exhibition of small works (image size 6”x6” or smaller). The Gallery is open Wed.-Sat., 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. The Gallery is proud to share the talented works for the month...
Lyrics on the Lake began as a lakeside fundraising pool party, bringing together a group of local Smith Mountain Lakers with hearts for songwriters. Six years later, the festival has become the largest songwriter's festival on the east coast! Each year Lyrics on the Lake has grown, and this year will feature 35+ performances, at 10 different venues...
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.
We join the members of the Bedford Elks Lodge to celebrate Old Glory in this special commemoration.
Join Poplar Forest for the historic home’s first Juneteenth celebration. The oldest national commemoration of the abolition of slavery in the United States and the emancipation of enslaved African Americans living in the former Confederate states, Juneteenth marks June 19, 1865, the date of the first reading of General Order No. 3, the total emancipation...
Treat dad to a tour of Thomas Jefferson’s personal retreat and plantation grounds. Enjoy the tranquility of the natural landscape that once inspired Jefferson’s creativity; take guided tours of his cherished octagonal villa and the slave quarter; and discover what life there may have been like for the Jeffersons and the enslaved residents of Poplar...
Celebrate Father's Day with a trail ride followed with a Cowboy-style cookout/lunch at the barn. $60/person. Family rates available. Call (540) 586-1906 or (540) 583-1906 for more information.
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.
Treat yourself to a one-of-a-kind display featuring miniature World War II model planes, tanks, ships, jeeps, historic figures, and more. Younger visitors can create miniature WWII vehicles and battle scenes in our Lego brick building contest from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Registration is required for the contest, but a free-play area is available for...
The one year anniversary of Beale's is here! The Low Low Chariot will perform from 4pm-7pm. More to be announced!
During this unique day camp experience, students explore World War II history through interactive and engaging activities. Space is limited. Registration and pre-payment is required. Registration opens in April and closes on Friday, June 8, 2018. The fee is $60 for one child and $50 for each additional child. For more information, please contact the...
During this unique day camp experience, students explore World War II history through interactive and engaging activities. Space is limited. Registration and pre-payment is required. Registration opens in April and closes on Friday, June 8, 2018. The fee is $60 for one child and $50 for each additional child. For more information, please contact the...
Revel in the revolutionary spirit of America’s Founding Fathers at Poplar Forest’s annual presentation of 1776—the Tony Award-winning musical comedy by Sherman Edwards and Peter Stone based on the events leading up to the drafting and signing of the Declaration of Independence. Get acquainted with Ben (Franklin), Richard Henry (Lee), John (Adams) and Tom (Jefferson); and...
Blossman Gas in Bedford, VA is hosting a Summer Open House on Friday, June 29th from 8am to 7pm, and Saturday, June 30th from 10am to 3pm at their store located at 1088 Moneta Road, Bedford. This event is focused on raising awareness and funds for “Team Gigi” at Lynchburg’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s. In...
Each month through September, Sedalia will host artists on their stage for an incredible evening of music under the stars. The Sedalia Center provides a family-friendly atmosphere to enjoy some fantastic performances. Concessions on site along with Homestead Creamery ice cream. Blue Ridge Beverage will be there too with a selection of domestic and craft...
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.
Join us at Seven Doors Winery for goat yoga and wine tasting to celebrate Independence Day and benefit Saint Francis of Assisi Service Dog Foundation, a Roanoke non profit that promotes independence for children and adults with disabilities. Tickets include goat yoga, wine tasting and snacks. No alcohol tickets available. A portion of ticket sales...
Enjoy a family friendly evening with live music by The Worx and then see our spectacular fireworks show! Food, drinks, children's games and more will be available. All proceeds benefit Moneta Fire Department. Gates open at 5:30pm. $10 admission. Kids 10 and under free.
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.
