Local News and Events in Forest, VA

Library Bag Sale Day

Saturday, May 9, 2026 · Forest, VA

The Forest Library spring book sale wraps up with a $5 bag sale from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. This final sale day is a practical and family-friendly chance to pick up reading material, puzzles, and media while giving one more boost to library support efforts in Forest.

This local community update for Forest, VA is scheduled for Saturday, May 9, 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.

Friday, June 26, 2026

Poplar Forest Stages 1776

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...

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...

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When is Library Bag Sale Day?+

Library Bag Sale Day is listed for Saturday, May 9, 2026.

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