Community Events: Jan-March 2024

Mark your calendar for these local events in the Bedford area.

JANUARY

3 – Bedford Public Library System’s “Smitten with Reading” Adult Winter Reading Program

Through Feb. 14

Patricipants fill out a BINGO board for a chance to win prizes. Learn more at www.bplsonline.org.

5 – Last Day of Festival of Trees

9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, Bedford Area Welcome Center

If you didn’t get a chance to see the trees, time is running out! Vote for your favorite for $1/vote. Proceeds go to local charities.

8 – Valentine’s for Vets Begins

Through Feb. 7

Each branch of the Bedford Public Library System will provide supplies for families to make valentines for local veterans. Families/church groups are welcome. More than 1,800 valentines were collected in 2023.

9 – Bedford Beef Producers Association Winter Educational Meeting

6 p.m., Springlake Stockyard

Featuring Speaker Dr. Taylor Young, VDACS Regional Veterinary Lab. To register, call 540-586-7675 or email Scott Baker, scbaker@vt.edu.

11 – Bike Maintenance 101

6 p.m., Falling Creek Park

Bedford Outdoor Adventures, a division of Bedford County Parks & Recreation, is hosting this informative session.

13 – Mountain Cross MTB Series

12 p.m., Falling Creek Park

Follow Bedford Outdoor Adventures on Facebook for more information.

FEBRUARY

10 – Mountain Cross MTB Series

12 p.m., Falling Creek Park

Follow Bedford Outdoor Adventures on Facebook for more information.

MARCH

1 – Bedford Master Gardener Class Applications are now being accepted for the 2024 Bedford Master Gardener Training Class. Learn more at bedfordmastergardeners.org.

9 – March Mudness MTB Race

12 p.m., Montvale Park Courses for beginners and experts. Follow Bedford Outdoor Adventures on Facebook for more information.

23 – Celtic Festival & Highland Games at the Sedalia Center Highland Athletics, Pipes & Drums, Highland Dancers, Celtic Music, Irish Clans, & more! Info at sedaliacenter.org/2024-celtic-festival-highland-games

APRIL

6 – Thrive Outside Festival

9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Falling Creek Park Meet local vendors, outfitters, camps, & more. Kids bike course, clinics/workshops, outdoor music. $5 for adults, Under 14 free.