America's 250th Anniversary Exhibit in the MOarts Gallery and Display Case 250 years ago, the founding fathers of the United States of America met in Philadelphia to sign the Declaration of Independence beginning the American Nation as we know it. Come to the Moneta/Smith Mountain Lake Library to view our history as we celebrate the...

Legendary cartoonist Charles M. Schulz’s legacy is one of cultural influence through his beloved Peanuts comic strip and of humble service in World War II. His wartime experience left a lasting impression on him, so much so that he became the Capital Campaign Chair of the National D-Day Memorial Foundation from 1998 until his passing in 2000....

Come to Fables and Feathers Winery for live music, great wine and beautiful views! Some days there will also be food trucks on site.  Click here to see who is playing and which food truck will be on site! 

Come to Portside Grill & Bar right on Smith Mountain Lake, for great food and live music! Click here to see who is playing! 

Come to Benjamins for great food and live music every Friday! Click here to see who is playing each week. 

Come to Apocalypse Ale Works for Forest Friday Cheers! Live music, local vendors, food, and local craft beer. Inflatable bounce pad for the kids, and other fun activities. Free admission. Click here to see who is playing each week! 

Playwright Teresa Harris’s original drama returns to Jefferson’s plantation for two additional performances. Drawn from real-life experiences of the men and women who were enslaved at Poplar Forest, the trilogy explores the complexity of their lives and their struggles to survive. Join Harris, the cast and Poplar Forest’s archaeology and interpretation staff for a Q&A...

Come to Apocalypse Ale Works for great beer and live music.  For more information and to see who is playing each week, click here. Food by Bunker 42 Bar Bites will also be available for purchase! 

The Bedford Farmers Market will have fresh produce, vegetables, baked goods, artisan crafts and a variety of Bedford and locally grown products! Free off-street parking. The market is open Every Saturday!  Click here to see which vendors will be on site each week!