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SUMMARY:Forest Farmer's Market
DESCRIPTION:The Forest Farmer’s Market is held  behind the Forest Public Library. The Market features  farmers and artisans selling a variety of items including plants\, meats\, produce\, soaps\, lotions\, coffee\, baked goods and more! \n\n 
URL:https://www.destinationbedfordva.com/event/forest-farmers-market-5-2/2023-08-19/
LOCATION:Forest Library Grounds\, 15583 Old Forest Road\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
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SUMMARY:Community Adventure Day
DESCRIPTION:Come check out the Peaks Retreat & Adventure Center and participate in the activities listed below!\nActivities:\n• Swimming Pool\n• Archery (10 years old and up)\n• Climbing Wall (8 years old and up)\n• Canoe Obstacle Course (8 years old\nand up)\n• Disc Golf\n• Hiking\n• S’mores making around the\ncampfire!\n• Yard Games including Giant Connect\n4\, Giant Jenga\, Corn Hall\, and more!\n \nCost: $5/per person\, or no more than $20/per family. Bring the whole family!\nRegister here: https://form.jotform.com/230886166418060
URL:https://www.destinationbedfordva.com/event/community-adventure-day/
LOCATION:The Peaks Retreat & Adventure Center\, 1336 Simmons Mill Rd\, Thaxton\, 24174\, United States
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SUMMARY:Poetry Reading with Author Joy Barefoot
DESCRIPTION:Join lifetime poet\, Joy Barefoot\, for a sharing of poetry from the old south\, mid-century coming of age\, and today’s timeless words about life\, love\, sacrifice and growth. Joy will read from her acclaimed book\, Hoots\, Howls\, and Belly Growls\, as well as her most recent book\, Sifting Your Life and Gathering Pearls. \nAdmission is free.
URL:https://www.destinationbedfordva.com/event/poetry-reading-with-author-joy-barefoot-2/
LOCATION:Big Island Public Library\, 1111 Schooldays Road\, Big Island\, VA\, 24526\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bower Center Exhbit
DESCRIPTION:Come to the Bower Center for the Arts for the National Juried Fiber Arts Exhibit!  \nGallery admission is free.  Click here for more information.  \nAwards Reception for this exhibit will be the night of July 21st. 
URL:https://www.destinationbedfordva.com/event/bower-center-exhbit-2-2/2023-08-19/
LOCATION:Bower Center for the Arts\, 309 North Bridge Street\, Bedford\, VA\, United States
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SUMMARY:ElectricCoArt Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Featured artist Sarah Bolduc a mixed media artist who creates modern art utilizing varied mediums and techniques. Her beautiful work will be on exhibit until August 28. Gallery admission is free. \n 
URL:https://www.destinationbedfordva.com/event/electriccoart-exhibit-5-2/2023-08-19/
LOCATION:ElectricCoArt\, 207 East Depot Street\, Bedford\, VA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Summer Sunset Concert Series
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a relaxing night under the stars at the Bedford Area Family YMCA! The Summer Sunset Festival Series is back for the 2nd year\, and there will be live music\, food trucks\, beer/wine and outdoor games! Mark your calendar for the third Saturday from May through August.  For more information on who’s playing and which food trucks will be on site\, click here.
URL:https://www.destinationbedfordva.com/event/ymca-summer-series/2023-08-19/
LOCATION:Bedford Area Family YMCA\, 1111 Turnpike Road\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
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SUMMARY:Battle of the Bands & Cruise In
DESCRIPTION:Four bands will compete for a cash prize at Liberty Lake Park! Food trucks and local beverage vendors\, including Beale’s and Fables & Feathers! Be sure to check out the Cruise In showcased in the upper parking lot. Free admission and family friendly!
URL:https://www.destinationbedfordva.com/event/battle-of-the-bands-cruise-in-2/
LOCATION:Liberty Lake Park\, 939 Burks Hill Road\, Bedford\, VA\, 24523\, United States
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SUMMARY:Live Music @ Portside
DESCRIPTION:Come enjoy live music and yummy food at this waterfront\, outdoor dock pub\, located in the Virginia Dare marina. Click here to see who is playing this week!
URL:https://www.destinationbedfordva.com/event/live-music-portside-2/2023-08-19/
LOCATION:Portside Grill and Bar\, 3619 Airport Rd.\, Moneta\, VA\, 24121\, United States
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SUMMARY:Live Music @ Apocalypse Ale Works
DESCRIPTION:Come to Apocalypse Ale Works for great beer and live music.  For more information and to see who is playing each week\, click here. 
URL:https://www.destinationbedfordva.com/event/live-music-apocalypse-ale-works/2023-08-19/
LOCATION:Apocalypse Ale Works\, 1257 Burnbridge Road\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
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SUMMARY:Fundraiser Event at Bower Center
DESCRIPTION:The Bower Center for the Arts is excited to announce a new annual fundraising event for adults to enjoy an evening out while supporting the Bower Center’s mission and programs. The Art of Pairing – Tacos & Tequila\, presented by Loper Financial\, will be held on Saturday\, August 19 from 7 PM – 10 PM in the beautiful & historic Bower Center for the Arts.\nThis event will be a fun\, interactive evening offering tacos and tequila pairings\, live music\, salsa dancing\, art making experiences\, silent auction and more\, all while being immersed in one of Bower Center’s largest and most diverse exhibits\, the 3rd Biennial Fiber Arts National Juried Exhibition.\nThe evening will feature guided tastings of tequila\, margaritas\, live music and additional food and beverages catered by Suzy Q\, etc. Guests will have an opportunity to take a memorable photo in our photo booth and participate in our silent auction featuring art\, local gifts\, restaurant certificates\, hand crafted items and more!\nClick here for tickets and more information. 
URL:https://www.destinationbedfordva.com/event/fundraiser-event-at-bower-center/
LOCATION:Bower Center for the Arts\, 309 North Bridge Street\, Bedford\, VA\, United States
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