The simplicity of winter has a deep moral. The return of Nature, after such a career of splendor and prodigality, to habits so simple and austere, is not lost either upon the head or the heart.~John Burroughs 1866 WHAT's HAPPENING THIS … [Read more...]
HOLLY JOLLY CHRISTMAS HOME TOUR
Sunday, Dec 8th! The Bedford Council of Garden Clubs welcomes you to five unique Bedford homes selected for our 2019 tour! Tickets/brochures are $20 each, and good for all 5 homes. Refreshments will be served at the Bedford Welcome Center, where the … [Read more...]
November Events
In November, the earth is growing quiet. It is making its bed, a winter bed for flowers and small creatures. The bed is white and silent, and much life can hide beneath its blankets. Cynthia Rylant 1 Spiders Commonly Found in Houses an All … [Read more...]
October Events
There are so many reasons why fall is truly wonderful! Cooler days, bountiful gardens, the vibrant colors of leaves, fall festivals and so much more. Happy October! BEDFORD FARMERS MARKETS are still going strong! 3 Rain Barrel … [Read more...]
Apple Picking
Juicy, fresh-picked apples are hard to beat. Visit Virginia's orchards to pick your own, or find an apple themed festival for ready-to-eat treats! Visit virginia.org here to see the EVENTS in your area! … [Read more...]
September Events
September is celebration time in Central Virginia! Join us at Centerfest, Bedford County Fair, Monticello's Heritage Harvest Festival, presentations, workshops and so much more! GENERAL EVENTS Sept 2- Genworth Free Community Day Lewis … [Read more...]
August Events
GENERAL EVENTS 1st- Nature Craft/Build a Nest Ivy Creek Park, Lynchburg (Ages 3+) 1st- Start to Finish Flower Arranging Workshop Pharsalia, Tyro 2nd- GMOS and Their Effect on Insect Populations All Bugs … [Read more...]
Aug 28th: Virginia’s Ag Fest Field Day!
VSU AGFEST: Showcasing Innovation In Virginia's Food Production. August 28, 2019 • 8AM - 1PM VSU Randolph Farm • 4415 River Road, Petersburg, Va. $10 per person; pre-registration is required. Adults • Middle & High School … [Read more...]
July Events
HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY TO ALL! 6th New River Valley Garden Tour- Featuring 7 gardens in Blacksburg/Christiansburg 9am-5pm. Tickets on sale at local libraries. 13th Winemaking Workshop- Monticello's David M. Rubenstein Visitor … [Read more...]
Bedford County 4H Camp
MASTER GARDENERS AND YMCA TEAM UP For 4-H CAMP! Every summer, children from Bedford County are afforded the opportunity to attend 4-H camp. This week-long program, from July 22nd thru July 26th, at the W.E. Skelton 4H Education and Conference … [Read more...]