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Poplar Forest Stages 1776

Friday, June 26, 2026 · Forest, VA

Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest is hosting 1776 outdoors June 25-27, with a rain date set for June 28. Neighbors planning to go should bring a chair or blanket and can expect a summer evening of history and theater at one of the area's best-known landmarks.

This local community update for Forest, VA is scheduled for Friday, June 26, 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.

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...

Friday, June 26, 2026

Live Music at Benjamin's

Benjamin's Restaurant in Forest is set for another Friday night of live music and dinner on June 26. It is a simple, local way for neighbors to unwind, enjoy a meal, and support a long-running Forest gathering spot.

Saturday, June 27, 2026

Forest Farmers Market Saturday

The Forest Farmers Market is back behind the Forest Library on Saturday, June 27, with produce, meats, honey, flowers, breads, and other local goods. It is one of the easiest ways for Forest residents to stock up on fre...

Tuesday, June 30, 2026

Early Voting Continues Locally

Bedford County says early in-person absentee voting for the August 4 primary is underway and continues through August 1 at the county vote center on Turning Point Road. Weekday hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., giving Forest...

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