Events Calendar
| Through Thursday, August 5, 2010 |
| Y Swimming Lessons Bedford Area Family YMCA offering swim lessons at the Cabana pool facility in Mariners Landing. Morning & Afternoon classes. Beginners ages 3-5 10-10:30am or 5:15-5:45pm / Advanced ages 3-5 10:30-11:00am or 5:45-6:15pm / Beginners 6-10 11:00-11:30am or 6:15-6:45pm / Advanced ages 6-10 11:30am-Noon or 6:45-7:15pm. Cost is $25 for YMCA members or $30 for non members. Mariners Landing residents or guests can attend one week sessions for $15. For more information or to register contact Elizabeth Creasy at elizabeth@bedfordymca.org
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| Friday, July 30, 2010 |
| 2010 Concert Series #18Wild Card in concert. 14900 Forest Rd 434 534-6077 www.cowsandcrabs.com 8-11pm |
| Finally Fridays! live music5-9pm. Mariners Landing Resort Community & Conference Center It's our summer "Finally Fridays" music series! Free Admission with live musical entertainment featuring "Mark Miller Band" Optional Low Country Boil Buffet will be available, in addition to discounted overnight accommodations. For more info visit www.marinerslanding.com |
| Friday, July 30 - Sunday, August 1, 2010 |
| Now Showing! Cats & Dogs & Inception Double feature playing July 30, 31, Aug 1st. 540 296-1480 1696 Whitehouse Rd www.mayberrydrivein.com
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| Saturday, July 31, 2010 |
| 2010 Concert Series #19Bugs in the Elevator in concert at Benjamins in Forest. 14900 Forest Rd 434 534-6077 www.cowsandcrabs.com 7-10pm |
| Saturday, July 31 - Sunday, August 1, 2010 |
| A "Peachy" Open HouseSample peaches, nectarines and apples that we make into wine. Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy our pavilion. Purchase a bottle of wine and enoy it while walking out through the orchards and vineyards. Families will enjoy the farm animals. Free noon-5pm. 540 586-3707 |
| Saturday, July 31, 2010 |
| Sunset Saturdays July 31stJoin Hickory Hill Vineyards and Winery for an evening of relaxing music, good friends and family, and great wine all set in our beautiful picnic area overlooking the vineyard! Sunset Saturday features many local music talents! Pack a picnic, blankets and chairs and bring the family! Wine is available for purchase by the glass andbottle. Per VA ABC, no outside alcohol is permitted. 7-10pm, $7 admission, includes glass. |
| Entertainment5-9pm. Flying Blind- Classic rock, blues Admission $10-adults $5-Designated Drivers. Children and leashed dogs welcome. Food available for purchase. No outside alcohol. 540 798-7642 1027 Shiloh Dr Eagle Rock. www.blueridgevineyard.com |
| Summer Sizzler EventYou are invited to hear Dr. J. Frederic Templeman speak from 10 - 2 p.m. Dr. Templeman is a world renowned authority on the Mangosteen fruit and is the first Doctor in the US to use XanGo's Mangosteen Juice in his medical practice. Also, special guests, Steve and Cindy Hall will discuss the many tax benefits available to home business owners. Distributors $15 and Guests are FREE. The Kirkley Hotel in Lynchburg 434.546.0209 |
| Sunday, August 1, 2010 |
| "A Visit with Edgar Allan Poe"5-7pm. Featuring local historian Glenn Ayers, who will portray Edgar Allan Poe who was a classmate at Mr. Jefferson's Univeristy (UVA) of William M. Burwell, owner of Avenel. After some brief biographical information on Poe, attendees will hear excerpts from popular Poe works including "the Cask of Amontillado", "The Raven", and "Annabel Lee". hors d'oeuvres & 2 beverage tickets $15. Space is limited and rsvps are required. Contact Taffney at 540 330-1651 |
| Tuesday, August 3, 2010 |
| Kids in the KitchenTreats to Beat the Heat, It's the dog days of summer and the last thing you want is something hot to eat. That's why this week is all about sweet treats that'll cool you down. Come beat the heat with cookie and ice cream pizza, chewy chocolate no bakes and speedy homemade ice cream! Ages 8-12 (434) 525-7505 |
| CASA Information Sessions-ForestJoin CASA at Kroger 15069 Forest Rd 11:00am-1pm to have answers to your questions about the role of a CASA and how you can become an advocate for abused and neglected children. 434 528-2552 or staff@cvcasa.org www.cvcasa.org |
| Wednesday, August 4, 2010 |
| Wildlife WednesdayCome an enjoy a 2 hour cruise with lunch while a Ranger from the Smith Mountain Lake State Park discusses some of the wildlife here at the lake. Cruise Time: 12:00-2:00 Boarding starts at 11:30am. 540 297-7100 www.vadarecruises.com |
| Friday, August 6, 2010 |
| "PolyChrome" in Concert Mariners Landing Resort Community and Conference Center, 5-9pm. It’s our summer “Finally Fridays” music series! Free admission with live musical entertainment featuring “PolyChrome”. Optional All American Buffet will be available, in addition to discounted overnight accommodations. For more information, please visit www.marinerslanding.com.
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| 2010 Concert Series #20The Ruckus in Concert, 8-11pm. 14900 Forest Rd 434 534-6077 www.cowsandcrabs.com |
| Murder Mystery CruiseCome out and enjoy a 2 hour cruise and have dinner while you watch the show and try to figure out who done it. Virginia Dare Cruises & Marina. Lots of mystery and loads of laughs. This is a must do!! Cruise Time: 7:30-9:30 Boarding Starts at 7:00 540 297-7100 www.virginiadarecruises.com |
| Saturday, August 7 - Sunday, August 8, 2010 |
| A "Peachy" Open HouseSample peaches, nectarines and apples that we make into wine. Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy our pavilion. Purchase a bottle of wine and enoy it while walking out through the orchards and vineyards. Families will enjoy the farm animals. Free noon-5pm. 540 586-3707 |
| Saturday, August 7, 2010 |
| Fun & Educational Fishing ClassMariners Landing Resort Community and Conference Center - Join us as Mariners Landing Resort Community and Conference Center and Virginia Western Community College partner up for a fun and educational fishing class with area fishing expert, Trevor Rumble. Discounted overnight accommodations are available so please call Reservations at 540-297-4900. For more information and pricing, please visit our Special Event calendar at www.marinerslanding.com.
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| Summer Concert SeriesThe summer fun continues at Virginia Mountain Vineyards & Winery. The rocking music of Roanoke's accalimed Solrevolt will get you in the right mood. Food will be available from The Roanoke Bagel Company & specialty coffees to sample from Star City Coffee. The music of Solrevolt starts at 5:30 and goes until 8:30. $10/winetasters, $5/nontasters, under 12 free; bring your own chair or blanket & your own VMV etched glass and save $2 off admission; info: 540-473-2979 |
| Sunset Saturday Aug. 7thJoin Hickory Hill Vineyards and Winery for an evening of relaxing music, good friends and family, and great wine all set in our beautiful picnic area overlooking the vineyard! Sunset Saturday features many local music talents! Pack a picnic, blankets and chairs and bring the family! Wine is available for purchase by the glass and bottle. Per VA ABC, no outside alcohol is permitted. 7-10pm, $7 admission, includes glass. |
| 2010 Concert Series #21BubbaHoffa in concert, 7-10pm. 14900 Forest Rd 434 534-6077 www.cowsandcrabs.com |
| Monday, August 9, 2010 |
| Lynchburg Museum Day TripJoin us for an afternoon and explore Lynchburg past & present. Take a ride with us on the bus which will leave at 1:00– all aboard! Seating limited call 434-316-0207 . RSVP By August 5th. Back by 4:00 |
| Tuesday, August 10, 2010 |
| kids in the kitchen-Chocolate Bliss!This week is all about chocolate. We know you can't resist chocolate peanut butter balls, brownies, and molten lava cakes. Don't fight it! Everyone needs a little chocolate in their lives! |
| Wednesday, August 11, 2010 |
| "What you don't know can hurt You! " Seminar11:30-1:30pm. Attention small business owners and Non-Profit Executives! Back by popular demand, this panel discussion will provide the answers to all of your HR and Business questions and provide you with a better understanding of the regulations and resources you need to be aware of. Cost of the event includes lunch and is $15 for members and $20 for guests.
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| CASA Information SessionsJoin CASA at Artisan Cafe 207 E Depot St Bedford 10am-11:30am & The Bedford Area Family YMCA 12:30pm-2pm to have answers to your questions about the role of a CASA and how you can become an advocate for abused and neglected children. 434 528-2552 or staff@cvcasa.org www.cvcasa.org |
| Thursday, August 12, 2010 |
| CASA Information Sessions-LynchburgJoin CASA at The Galleria 915 Main St Lynchburg 11:30am-1pm to have answers to your questions about the role of a CASA and how you can become an advocate for abused and neglected children. 434 528-2552 or staff@cvcasa.org www.cvcasa.org |
| Jewelry Repair & Cleaning Clinic10:30AM-1:30PM Bowen's Jewelers will be on site to take care of any repairs of your family heirlooms. Complimentary cleaning done to make everything sparkle and glitter! Call 434-316-0207 for information. |
| Friday, August 13, 2010 |
| 2nd Friday in Centertown BedfordExperience the unique shops, restaurants and art venues in Bedford's Centertown. The free event is held on the 2nd Friday of each month. Join the 2nd Friday Scavenger Hunt-print out details at www.centertownbedford.com or pick them up at the park on Friday. You have to play to win. Grand Prize is Free meal for 2 at any of the Centertown Eateries. Shop, Dine, and Discover Bedford as you find all the clues. |
| Wine & Moon BeamsJoin us for an evening of star gazing during the Perseid meteor shower! For this event, bring your chairs, blankets, kids and snacks and settle in to watch the stars fall! Wine is available for purchase by the glass and bottle. Per VA ABC, no outside alcohol is permitted. Rain/Cloud date is August 14 with the Sunset Saturday. 540 296-1393 |
| Summer Concert Series #22"Steal the Prize" in concert , 14900 Forest Rd www.cowsandcrabs.com 434 534-6077 8-11pm |
| Finally Fridays- Concert5-9pm. Summer music series. Free admission with live musical entertainment featuring "Bugs in the Elevator". Optional Caribbean Buffet will be available, in addition to discounted overnight accommodations. For more info visit www.marinerslanding.com |
| Saturday, August 14, 2010 |
| "Rock the Block"Join us at Downtown Celebrations, Live Music Concert at Downtown Moneta 5-9pm. Featuring music by Dragonfly Enjoy food, beverages by Budweiser, and shopping all in one location! Plus get your beach bash tickets here! |
| Summer Concert Series #23"BubbaHoffa" in concert , 14900 Forest Rd www.cowsandcrabs.com 434 534-6077 7-10pm |
| Sunset Saturday/Aug 14thJoin Hickory Hill Vineyards and Winery for an evening of relaxing music, good friends and family, and great wine all set in our beautiful picnic area overlooking the vineyard! Sunset Saturday features many local music talents! Pack a picnic, blankets and chairs and bring the family! Wine is available for purchase by the glass and bottle. Per VA ABC, no outside alcohol is permitted. 7-10pm, $7 admission, includes glass. |
| Saturday, August 14 - Sunday, August 15, 2010 |
| A "Peachy" Open HouseSample peaches, nectarines and apples that we make into wine. Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy our pavilion. Purchase a bottle of wine and enoy it while walking out through the orchards and vineyards. Families will enjoy the farm animals. Free noon-5pm. 540 586-3707 |
| Saturday, August 14, 2010 |
| Fat Daddy BandBotetourt Wine Trail Concert at Blue Ridge Vineyard! Saturday, August 14 5:00-9:00 PM Featuring The Fat Daddy Band $10 Adults, $5 Designated Drivers, Children and Leased Dogs Free of Charge. Catering by DJ's Bar-B-Que or bring a picnic. Rain or Shine - In Our Barn! No Outside Alcohol(ABC Regulations) |
| Tuesday, August 17, 2010 |
| CASA Information Sessions-ForestJoin CASA at Kroger 15069 Forest Rd 11:00am-1pm to have answers to your questions about the role of a CASA and how you can become an advocate for abused and neglected children. 434 528-2552 or staff@cvcasa.org www.cvcasa.org |
| Thursday, August 19, 2010 |
| "Start Smart" Class - August 19thBusiness Development Centre, Lynchburg 5:30-7:30pm. Call 434 582-6170 to register or to find out more information www.lbdc.com Fee $10 for information packet Pre-registration is required. |
| Friday, August 20, 2010 |
| Summer Concert Series #24"The Mark Miller Band" in concert, 14900 Forest Rd www.cowsandcrabs.com 434 534-6077 8-11pm |
| Finally Fridays -live concert5-9pm. Summer "Finally Fridays" music series! Free admission with live musical entertainment featuring "The Barley Brothers". Optional seafood buffet will be available, in addition to discounted overnight accommodations. For more infor visit www.marinerslanding.com |
| 2 Hour Murder Mystery CruiseCome out and enjoy a 2 hour cruise and have dinner while you watch the show and try to figure out who done it. Lots of mystery and loads of laughs. This is a must do!! Cruise Time: 7:30-9:30 Boarding Starts at 7:00 |
| Saturday, August 21, 2010 |
| Beach Bash Sip-n-Shag 2010 4-9pm. Beach Music performed by The Fantastic Shakers from Myrtle Beach. Wine & Beer from 7 of the area's best wineries and 3 area microbreweries! Dancing, Food & Crafts, New! Corvette Exhibit! Rain or Shine. No pets or outside coolers allowed. Tickets $20 in advance/ $25 at gate (must be 21 or older with valid ID) For more info or to order tickets visit www.bedfordareachamber.com or call 540 586-9401
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| Summer Concert Series #25"Good People" in concert, 14900 Forest Rd www.cowsandcrabs.com 434 534-6077 7-10pm |
| Cocktails for a Pointe/Unbridled Change5-8pm. Have fun while raising funds at our monthly Cocktails for a Pointe, to benefit Unbridled Change. Enjoy a night out for a worthy cause! For more info visit www.marinerslanding.com |
| Symphony on the Lake7pm. Symphony on the lake. Enjoy a special evening as we welcome the Roanoke Symphony String Virtuosi, performing music of Mozart, Vivaldi, Strauss & Others, followed by a fireworks finale! For ticket info please call 540 297-4900 or visit www.marinerslanding.com |
| Paint-Along Art Class Bob Ross painting project: Titled-Mountain Rhapsody. Instructor Ed Gowen Fee $65 per student 10am-4pm. Supplies needed: 16x20 stretched canvas and a roll of paper towels. Everything else to be provided by the instructor including paint and brushes. **For your convenience canvas and ready made frames will be available for purchase on site. Call 434 525-4111 to register or for more info. www.beyondthesehills.com 4700 Waterlick Rd Forest
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| Winery/Brewery Tour2nd Annual Summer Winery/Brewery Tour to Veritas Vineyard & Winery $25 per person reservations required 48 hours prior to departure. 10am-2pm. Call Premier Limousine Service 434 385-8400 |
| Saturday, August 21 - Sunday, August 22, 2010 |
| A "Peachy" Open HouseSample peaches, nectarines and apples that we make into wine. Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy our pavilion. Purchase a bottle of wine and enoy it while walking out through the orchards and vineyards. Families will enjoy the farm animals. Free noon-5pm. 540 586-3707 |
| Saturday, August 21, 2010 |
| Bedford County Farm Tour
10 a.m. to 3 p.m Plan on coming to the 2010 Bedford County Family Farm Tour, a FREE family-oriented event. In celebration of agriculture past and present, this year’s tour will highlight agriculture practices. You will enjoy food samples and informative demonstrations. You are invited to bring a picnic lunch and a camera, but please leave your pets at home. Lunch and locally produced foods will be available for purchase. Farm Tour 2010 is sponsored by Bedford County, Bedford Agriculture Council, Poplar Forest, Virginia Cooperative Extension, Bedford Tourism, and Area Businesses. More info will be available at a later date.For more information on the Bedford County Family Farm Tour, go to www.bedfordfarmtour.org or call the Bedford Extension Office at 540-586-7675. |
| Tuesday, August 24, 2010 |
| Bentley BuffetSponsored by Genesis Rehab Genesis Lunch & Learn Topic: Bentley Buffet! Explore a healthy diet & healthy lifestyle. Bring a friend. Lunch is on us! Seating is limited. RSVP By August 20th. 434-316-0207. 12 Noon. 1604 Graves Mill Rd. |
| Wednesday, August 25, 2010 |
| CASA Information SessionsJoin CASA at Artisan Cafe 207 E Depot St Bedford 10am-11:30am & The Bedford Area Family YMCA 12:30pm-2pm to have answers to your questions about the role of a CASA and how you can become an advocate for abused and neglected children. 434 528-2552 or staff@cvcasa.org www.cvcasa.org |
| Thursday, August 26, 2010 |
| Business After Hours-August 20105:30-7pm. Hosted by The Little Town Players. Complimentary to members, Guests $5 fee |
| CASA Information Sessions-LynchburgJoin CASA at The Galleria 915 Main St Lynchburg 11:30am-1pm to have answers to your questions about the role of a CASA and how you can become an advocate for abused and neglected children. 434 528-2552 or staff@cvcasa.org www.cvcasa.org |
| Friday, August 27, 2010 |
| Summer Concert # 26"The Groove Monkeys" in Concert, 14900 Forest Rd. www.cowsandcrabs.com 434 534-6077 8-11pm |
| Live music by "The Ruckus"Summer "Finally Fridays" music series! Free Admission with live musical entertainment featuring "The Ruckus" Optional Barbeque buffet will be available, in addition to discounted overnight accommodations. For more info visit www.marinerslanding.com |
| Hawaiian CruiseCome out in your grass skirt, your favorite Hawaiian shirt and lei and enjoy a 2 hour cruise and a meal with Hawaiian flair. Cruise Time: 7:30-9:30 Boarding Starts at 7:00 |
| Saturday, August 28, 2010 |
| Summer Concert Series #27"Shane Durie" in concert, 14900 Forest Rd www.cowsandcrabs.com 434 534-6077 |
| Tuesday, August 31, 2010 |
| Media TradeshowRetail Merchants Association/ Media Tradeshow. Learn from the experts! Newspaper,TV, print media and all radio represented. On air personalities will be showing up for this event. Learn how to market your business for the holidays and new year. The Media Trade Show is Open to anyone interested in gathering information to improve your business. NO selling at this event, information only! 8-2pm booths will be open for visitors. Sessions are being held at 8:30am and 12pm, 45min. You MUST SIGN up for one TO QUALIFY for advertising DOOR PRIZES. James River Conference Center 400 Court St. 434 528-1742 |
| "Travel this summer without leaving town"Sponsored by Travel Lovers & NCL Cruises. Great door prizes! Guest speaker Heather White. RSVP by August 27th 434 316-0207. Enjoy cruises headed to Hawaii during each show time. 3pm & 6pm Refreshments will be served. 1604 Graves Mill Rd |
| Friday, September 10, 2010 |
| 2nd Friday in Centertown BedfordExperience the unique shops, restaurants and art venues in Bedford's Centertown. The free event is held on the 2nd Friday of each month. Join the 2nd Friday Scavenger Hunt-print out details at www.centertownbedford.com or pick them up at the park on Friday. You have to play to win. Grand Prize is Free meal for 2 at any of the Centertown Eateries. Shop, Dine, and Discover Bedford as you find all the clues. |
Chamber Locations
Main Office
305 East Main Street
Bedford, VA 24523
(540) 586-9401
Forest Satellite Office
14805 Forest Rd. Ste 107
Forest, VA 24551
(434) 525-7860
