Destination Bedford

Kiddo's Music Times with Ricky's Bluegrass Connection
2020-04-07 11:00 - 12:00, 2020-04-09 11:00 - 12:00, 2020-04-14 11:00 - 12:00, 2020-04-16 11:00 - 12:00, 2020-04-21 11:00 - 12:00, 2020-04-23 11:00 - 12:00, 2020-04-28 11:00 - 12:00, 2020-04-30 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) and 2 more dates
Let’s have some fun with music! Kiddo’s Music Time will be live on the Ricky’s Bluegrass Connection Facebook Page every Tuesday and Thursday at 11am.
Remember parents that they also offer private Skype lessons for your kids! For more information, send them an Email or Facebook Message!

Women Spies of WWII: Special Lunchbox Lecture
2020-04-09 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Live on the National D-Day Memorial Facebook Page
This lecture is an online event only through Facebook Live on the National D-Day Memorial’s Facebook page.
“Women Spies of WWII” by April Cheek-Messier, President and CEO, National D-Day Memorial Foundation
The lecture “Women Spies of WWII” will focus on the life of Virginia Hall, an American spy who helped escaped POWs, downed airmen and who was responsible for killing 150 German soldiers and capturing 500 others while organizing resistance activities. Hall was so successful in her work that the Gestapo issued these orders in the hunt for her. “She is the most dangerous of all Allied spies. We must find and destroy her.”
The program will also explore the life of Christine Granville, Britain’s first female special agent who parachuted into France where an agent’s average life expectancy was only six weeks.

Forest Farmers Market
2020-04-11 08:00 - 12:00, 2020-04-18 08:00 - 12:00, 2020-04-25 08:00 - 12:00, 2020-05-02 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.

In Case of Emergency: Survival Kits of WWI: Special Lunchbox Lecture
2020-04-16 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Live on the National D-Day Memorial Facebook Page
This lecture is an online event only through Facebook Live on the National D-Day Memorial’s Facebook page.
“In Case of Emergency: Survival Kits of WWII “ by John Long, Director of Education, National D-Day Memorial Foundation
Your plane goes down over the Pacific. You get separated from your unit in France. You’re lucky enough to escape from a prisoner of war camp. Now what do you do? Learn how the US military trained and equipped its men to survive against all odds in extreme circumstances during World War II.

The New Normal: Life in the U.S. During WWII
2020-04-20 10:10 - 11:00 | Virtual Live by the National D-Day Memorial
After Pearl Harbor, life changed dramatically for Americans, not just those in the military but those left at home. Women went to work in the factories while men left for war. Children grew Victory Gardens instead of having extra room on the playground. Grocery shopping saw the introduction of rationing and limited supply. Learn more about how Americans rose to the challenge of their new normal and supporting the war effort during the 1940s during this program.
Intended Audience: 5th through 9th Grades
FREE Program, however registration is required to access the program.

Scouts Go to War: April Lunchbox Lecture
2020-04-23 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Live on the National D-Day Memorial Facebook Page
This lecture is an online event only through Facebook Live on the National D-Day Memorial’s Facebook page.
“Scouts Go to War” by John Long, Director of Education, National D-Day Memorial Foundation
When the US entered WWII in 1941, it realized it had an army of youth at home ready to do its duty and make a difference in the war effort. They were the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, whose forgotten service during the war contributed mightily to a nation at war and helped bring victory in the end. Learn more in this special program of the National D-Day Memorial.

Shopping with Rations
2020-04-27 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual Live by the National D-Day Memorial
Have you noticed the lack of supplies in the aisles of supermarkets lately? The lack of items and limiting the number purchased is not new to the United States during crisis. During World War II, country wide rationing was implemented to make sure that everyone had enough. Learn more about this system and try your hand with shopping with rations during this program.
Intended Audience: 4th through 8th Grades
FREE Program, however registration is required to access the program.

The Battle of the Atlantic: Special Lunchbox Lecture
2020-04-30 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Live by the National D-Day Memorial
“Battle of the Atlantic “ by John Long, Director of Education, National D-Day Memorial Foundation will be featured online live through the National D-Day Memorial’s Facebook Page.
The longest single struggle of WWII, the Battle of the Atlantic was not about territorial gain or tactical advantage. It would decide whether the Allies could muster the resources to defeat Nazi Germany. The stakes were enormous. Whoever won the Battle of the Atlantic would win the war. Learn more in this virtual presentation of the National D-Day Memorial.

Bedford Farmer Managed Market
2020-05-01 07:00 - 13:00, 2020-05-02 07:00 - 13:00, 2020-05-09 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)

Bedford Farmers Market ~ May 1st Grand Opening
2020-05-01 08:00 - 14:00 | Bedford VA Farmers Market, 220 Washington Street, Bedford, VA, 24523
Friday, May 1st is the first day of Bedford Farmers Market’s 2020 season. Your essential vendors will be on hand to provide you with fresh meats and produce.
Vendors:
Enchanted Elderberry
Gross’ Orchard
Hidden Meadows Farm
Jammin’ 4 you
Kay’s Culinary Creations
Keitha’s Artful Garden
Oslin Creek Livestock
Minnie’s Baked Goods

Euro Barn Grand Opening
2020-05-01 10:00 - 17:00, 2020-05-02 10:00 - 17:00 | Euro Barn, 210 North Bridge Street Suite C, Bedford, VA, 24523
Euro Barn offers a carefully curated collection of all things European including groceries, merchandise and vintage collectibles.

Saturday Story Time
2020-05-02 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.

Digging for Victory: Special Lunchbox Lecture
2020-05-07 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Live by the National D-Day Memorial
Join us through Facebook Live on the National D-Day Memorial Facebook Page for “Digging for Victory: Victory Gardens in WWII “ by April Cheek-Messier, President & CEO, National D-Day Memorial Foundation
In today’s world where Victory Gardens are making a comeback, explore the importance of Victory gardening in WWII.
This program explores the impact of rationing during the war and why Victory gardens served a critical need.

V-E Day: Celebrating Victory in Europe
2020-05-08 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual Live by the National D-Day Memorial
75 years ago on May 8, 1945, the war against the Nazis was over. The Allies had won Europe back! Learn more about the celebrations that occurred throughout the United States and Europe, why it is an important day, and make your own “V-Pin” to celebrate victory during this program.
Intended Audience: 2nd through 7th Grades
FREE Program, however registration is required to access the program.

Moonlight Trail Ride
2020-05-08 19:30 - 22:15 | 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!
