Destination Bedford

8th Annual National Juried Exhibition
2020-09-19 11:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Bower Center for the Arts, 305 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
This exhibit at the Bower Center for the Arts has historically seen artworks in numerous media- painting, drawing, print-making, collage, photography, sculpture, mosaics, fiber art, fabric, stained and fused glass, and more.
We invite you to visit this exciting national exhibit in its 8th year. Pick up a People’s Choice Ballot to vote for your favorite piece, and enjoy an engaging Art Scavenger Hunt through the exhibit, fun for all ages.
The Bower Center is open Wednesdays & Fridays 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. and Saturdays 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Other times by appointment.

Battle of the Bands and Bedford Cruise In
2020-09-19 16:00 - 20:00 | Liberty Lake Park, 939 Burks Hill Road, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Two great events in one at Liberty Lake Park! Come on out for great music, food, local beer from Beale’s and a car show! This event is hosted by the Town of Bedford and the Central Virginia Business Coalition. Free Admission!
BANDS:
Phat Anchovies
Barren Minds
Ginger O’Riley
Earthbound Creatures

Back The Blue Free Concert
2020-09-20 13:00 - 19:00 | Liberty Lake Park, 939 Burks Hill Road, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
A Free Social Distance Concert in Support of our Local Police Forces!
Live Music, Bring Your Lawn Chair!

**Music Main Stage Schedule**
Opening Ceremony……………1pm
Brandi Hanks…………………..1:40 – 2:10pm
John Sines Trio………………..2:20 – 3:pm
George Miklas…………………3:10-3:40pm
Slick Willie………………………….4 – 5:15pm
Tyme Machine…………….….5:30 – 7pm

**Food Trucks**
Kona Shaved Ice Truck
Tali’s Food Truck
Soft Drinks & Water sold by Kona & Tali’s Food Truck!

Tap Roots Wellness will also be there!

Student Live Virtual Tours
2020-09-21 10:00 - 11:00 | National D-Day Memorial, 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Cannot make it to the National D-Day Memorial, but want to still see the Memorial? Now you can get a guided tour of the National D-Day Memorial from wherever you are with our new Live Virtual Tours.
On your 45-minute guided virtual tour, a National D-Day Memorial guide will lead you in real-time through the Memorial using Zoom. This Live Virtual Tour will be tailored to the 4th-8th grade levels with active participation and reflective questions weaved into the tour to keep students engaged.
Purchase Tickets at www.dday.org/virtual-tour. $7 per device. Free for Overlord and D-Day Society members.
For more information, visit www.dday.org/virtual-tour or contact Maggie Hartley, Associate Director for Programming and Events at mhartley@dday.org or (540) 586-3329 ext.111.

Lunchbox Lecture Series-Virtual
2020-09-24 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Live by the National D-Day Memorial
“The Lost Soldier: The Ordeal of a WWII GI from the Home Front to the Hurtgen Forest” with Chris Hartley, WWII Historian and Author.
“The Lost Soldier” offers a perspective on World War II we don’t always get from histories and memoirs. Based on the letters home of Pete Lynn, the diary of his wife, Ruth, and meticulous research in primary and secondary sources, this book recounts the war of a married couple who represent so many married couples, so many soldiers, in World War II. The book tells the story of this couple, starting with their life in North Carolina and recounting how the war increasingly insinuated itself into the fabric of their lives, until Pete Lynn was drafted, after which the war became the essential fact of their life. Author Chris J. Hartley intricately weaves together all threads—soldier and wife, home front and army life, combat, love and loss, individual and army division—into an intimate, engaging narrative that is at once gripping military history and engaging social history.
This Lunchbox Lecture is an online event only through Facebook Live or YouTube on the National D-Day Memorial’s Facebook page and will not be held at the National D-Day Memorial.

Bedford Farmer Managed Market
2020-09-26 07:00 - 13:00, 2020-10-03 07:00 - 13:00 | Bedford Farmer Managed Market, 1032 Triggs Road, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Our mission is to establish and operate a community-supported Producer Only Farmers Market, managed by Farmers, that provides: Viable economic outlets for Bedford County farmers, food producers, artists and craftsmen, and local access to farm fresh products.
Open on Saturdays, 7 a.m. – 1 p.m. (Weather permitting)

Forest Farmers Market
2020-09-26 08:00 - 12:00, 2020-10-03 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.

Pop Up Art Show
2020-09-26 10:00 - 15:00 | Bridge Street Cafe, 210 N Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Come see the unique artwork of local artist Wynn Creasy. She will be showing thread paintings focusing on the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia and the Bedford, Virginia landscape. These one-of-a-kind pieces would be ideal to give as a gift or have as a keepsake.

Apple Valley Car Show
2020-09-26 10:00 - 16:00 | Apple Valley Community Center, 6817 Wheats Valley Road, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Cruise in & Car Show- Come mingle and enjoy the fresh air, cars, food & music. Raffle & prizes to win!

Open Farm Days
2020-09-26 10:00 - 17:00, 2020-10-03 10:00 - 15:00, 2020-10-03 10:00 - 17:00 | Lottie J Farm, 4787 Patterson Mill Road, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Come meet the critters, alpacas, pigs, goats and chickens. Pick the perfect pumpkin, climb the hay pyramid, slide down and take a dip in the corn pit. Sit back, take a big country breath and enjoy the gorgeous mountain views! Products (scarves, hats, ear warmers, etc.) made from fiber from our very own alpacas will be available for purchase. Admission is only $3 a person and kids 3 and under are free. Pumpkins and products will be an additional cost.

Layman Family Farms
2020-09-26 10:00 - 19:00, 2020-09-27 11:00 - 18:00, 2020-09-30 10:00 - 17:00, 2020-10-02 10:00 - 17:00, 2020-10-03 10:00 - 19:00 | Layman Family Farms, 1815 Mountain View Church Road, Montvale, VA, 24122, United States
Layman Family Farms has grown to be one of the most popular fall destinations in Bedford County. Enjoy the 83 acre farm for a fun-filled day of family activities! From the famous 10 acre corn maize, to the largest pumpkin patch in the area, there’s something exciting for kids of all ages!

Fall sip and shop
2020-09-27 16:00 - 19:00 | Something Else Boutique
Welcome to the fall sip and shop !
This year they will be offering $5 rack $10 rack and $10 shoes !
Tons of markdowns and new items will be added for this event !
Giveaways at the door and scratch off cards to the first 25 people in The door
Each card contains 10-50% off your purchase
One lucky person will win a gift basket with gift cards from other businesses and $100 gift card to something else boutique !
Spirits and snacks will be available!

Virtual 1940s Homefront Festival
2020-09-28 00:00 - 2020-10-03 23:30 | National D-Day Memorial, 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Explore American life during World War II. Each day will feature a different theme from the homefront with a video, resources, and opportunities to engage with others.
Day 1: Rosies
Day 2: Civil Rights
Day 3: Rationing
Day 4: Patriotism
Day 5: Victory Gardening
Day 6: Propaganda
You can find the daily event content through posts within this Facebook event, as well as our event webpage: www.dday.org/homefront-festival.
WoodmenLife, Chapter 175, Bedford, Virginia is a proud sponsor of the virtual 1940s Homefront Festival.
For more information, contact education@dday.org or (540) 586-3329 ext.111

Food Truck @ the Welcome Center
2020-09-30 11:00 - 14:00 | Bedford Area Welcome Center, 816 Burks Hill Road, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Poke- E-Joe’s will be at the Welcome Center! Enjoy great food and stop in the Welcome Center to find out lots of information on Bedford!

Orange Exhibit
2020-09-30 11:00 - 14:00, 2020-10-02 11:00 - 14:00 | Bower Center for the Arts, 305 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
The Bower Center for the Arts presents the Orange exhibit going on until November 14th. Often said, orange is the color of life. This exhibit features works expressing ideas, thoughts, and emotions using orange as the main color.

Student Live Virtual Tours
2020-10-01 10:00 - 23:00 | National D-Day Memorial, 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, United States
Cannot make it to the National D-Day Memorial, but want to still see the Memorial? Now you can get a guided tour of the National D-Day Memorial from wherever you are with our new Live Virtual Tours.

On your 45-minute guided virtual tour, a National D-Day Memorial guide will lead you in real-time through the Memorial using Zoom. This Live Virtual Tour will be tailored to high school students with critical thinking and reflective questions weaved into the tour to keep students engaged.
Purchase Tickets at www.dday.org/virtual-tour. $7 per device. Free for Overlord and D-Day Society members.
For more information, visit www.dday.org/virtual-tour or contact Maggie Hartley, Associate Director for Programming and Events at mhartley@dday.org or (540) 586-3329 ext.111.

Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce 2020 Business Expo & Market
2020-10-01 15:00 - 18:00 | Forest Fire Department, 1257 Burnbridge Road, Forest , VA, 24551, United States
This event will showcase local businesses, merchants, and service providers. Open to the public with free admission from 3-5 p.m., then stay for Taste of Bedford from 5-7 p.m., with a $5 admission fee. The event will be held both indoors and outdoors at the Forest Fire Department.

Spring Valley Farm Fall Festival
2020-10-02 17:00 - 22:00 | Spring Valley Farm, 1190 Horseshoe Bend Road, Moneta, VA, 24121, United States
Enjoy the following every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday in October:
– Horse drawn wagon rides
– Pumpkin picking, painting, etc.
– Pony rides
– Petting zoo
– All varieties of games and activities
– Vendors
– Haunted stable and wagon ride

Fall Friday Cheers
2020-10-02 18:00 - 21:00 | Apocalypse Ale Works, 1257 Burnbridge Road, Forest, VA, 24551, United States
Every Friday during the month of October, come to Apocalypse for live music! Check their Facebook page to see who is on the lineup for that week!

Moonlight Trail Ride
2020-10-02 20:00 - 22:45 | Reba Farm Inn and Saddle Soar Equitainment, 1099 Reba Farm Lane, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Complimentary refreshments and bonfire following the ride!
Only $47/person!

Saturday Story Time
2020-10-03 11:00 - 12:00 | Bedford Public Library, 305 North Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, 24523, United States
Saturday Story Time @ Bedford Central Library
Join us on the 1st Saturday of every month at 11:00 AM (unless the library is closed) for a new program filled with fun stories, songs, crafts and more! For children ages 0-5.
