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Poplar Forest field school begins

Monday, June 1, 2026 · Forest, VA

Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest and the University of Virginia begin the 35th annual Summer Field School in Historical Archaeology on June 1. The program runs through July 10 and will focus on sites tied to enslaved residents and early plantation infrastructure. ([poplarforest.org](https://www.poplarforest.org/learn/educational-programs-and-resources/archaeology-field-school/?utm_source=openai))

This local community update for Forest, VA is scheduled for Monday, June 1, 2026 and is presented by Scott Fogleman. To view more upcoming local headlines, community events, and real estate market insights specific to the Forest, VA area, explore the event calendar and property resources below.

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Upcoming Community Events in Forest, VA

Explore June 2026 community events, local happenings, and neighborhood activities in Forest, VA.

June 2026 Schedule

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Friday, June 19, 2026

Sandlot series starts June 19

The Summer Sandlot Series starts June 19 and runs Friday evenings through July 31. Bedford County Parks and Recreation says the program is for intermediate Little League players ages 11 to 13. ([parks.bedfordcountyva.go...

Friday, June 19, 2026

Live music at Apocalypse Ale Works

Live Music @ Apocalypse Ale Works is listed for June 19 from 7 to 10 p.m. The Forest venue says food by Bunker 42 Bar Bites will also be available. ([destinationbedfordva.com](https://www.destinationbedfordva.com/event/...

Thursday, June 25, 2026

1776 The Musical opens June 25

Poplar Forest's production of 1776 The Musical opens June 25 and runs through June 27. Evening performances are scheduled outdoors, with a rain date set for June 28. ([poplarforest.org](https://www.poplarforest.org/even...

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