While their paired evolution has been a brightness at the core of an adventurous band that itself has added light and heat to the music of its time, on their spectacular duo collaboration Songs of Mirth and Melancholy, Marsalis and Calderazzo reveal an ever deepening musical relationship and provide the listener with a glimpse into their musical journey. In addition to the title song, selections will include Youll Never Walk Alone, Time to Say Goodbye, Bring Him Home, and Danny Boy, along with many others. Josh Blue: As NOT Seen On TV Tour, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Academy Center of the Arts, 600 Main Street, Lynchburg. Zach Burnette Band, 7 to 10:30 p.m. at The Clubhouse Sports Bar and Grill, 21174 Timberlake Road, Lynchburg. Entertainers include: The Karlee Raye Trio, The Frequency, The Dundies and Mended Fences. It only takes one listen to Buddy Guys latest album: "The Blues Is Alive and Well," the eighteenth studio album of the greatest monument of blues still alive, Buddy Guy, to realize the album title is absolutely true. The starting point is Jamerson Family YMCA. Masks are required for all performances. Spring Break Camp Happiness,Lynchburg Humane Society, 1211 Old Graves Mill Road, Lynchburg. September 17 - Lynchburg Beer, Wine, and Cider Fest Lynchburg Beer & Wine Festival will be held on Saturday, September 17, 2022 from 12-7pm at the Lynchburg City Stadium. The introductory sessions at the libraries will be free and are sponsored by the Bedford Community Health Foundation. With an undeniable likeability and impeccable comedic timing, Josh continues to break down stereotypes of people with disabilities one laugh at a time. Mayker's Market at Bower Center for the Arts, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Bower Center for the Arts in Bedford. Reservations are suggested as classes will be limited to 25 people. Oshun Organics is hosting a free egg hunt at the Lynchburg Community Market. Visit the Parks and Rec tent at the Spray Ground Parking Lot from 3:00pm6:00pm to pick up a clue card. This show will be a new opportunity to admire Buddy Guys incredible talents as a performer. Dance Theatre of Harlem is a leading dance institution with a professional touring company, a leading studio school, and a national and international education and community outreach program. Egg Hunt + Natural Egg Dyeing Class, 5:15 p.m. at the Lynchburg Community Market. In-person graduation ceremonies for Lynchburg's two public high schools will be held later this month at City Stadium, rain or shine. Tickets are available at lynchburg.makerfaire.com/tickets. Toddler Tales features fun stories, fingerplays, songs, rhymes and simple rhythm instruments to engage toddlers and promote early literacy skills. A guardian or caregiver must accompany the participants. The Drive is a newly formed R&B/neo-soul band started by Steven Brown, Emmanuel Barnes and Jamari Monroe. Copyright 2023 Office of Economic Development and Tourism, All rights reserved. The second class will be to smooth and refine the flowers, as well as adding any underglaze color prior to a bisque firing. Tickets are $15 for adults age 18+; $10 for youth ages 617 and college students; and free for children under 6. No cover. Join Poplar Forest and Peakland Pilates for an early-evening Pilates workout on Mr. Jeffersons south lawn. Foster the Family Book Tour, 5:30 to 8 p.m., at 1301 Rivermont Ave., Lynchburg. Join the Hillcats at Bank of the James Stadium for Star Wars Night. There will be games and door prizes. Sampling Admission is $25 advance, $30 gate at the gate. The introductory sessions at the libraries will be free and are sponsored by the Bedford Community Health Foundation. It is a family-friendly event that will be exciting for people of all ages! In addition to the two fields, the City Stadium lawn is used as an event space for larger events up to 5,000 people. Tickets will go on sale March 14, and can be purchased through the Academy Center Box Office at 434-846-8499 or online at https://academycenter.org/event/lso-charles-billingsley/. Space is limited to 25. $79. Join us for a Mother's Day tea party at Avoca's beautiful mansion. It was originally named City Stadium until 2004 when it was renovated and renamed . The concert will feature a collection of American standards and classic songs, He will be accompanied by the full LSO orchestra, along with the LSO Big Band for a portion of the concert. A 6-week afterschool course will give students hands-on-teaching and guidance from experienced skateboarders in the area to help get young skaters off their feet and on their boards in no time. Vendors from across Central Virginia will come together for the market, which also willhost the Bedford Humane Society for this event. All tickets for this event are considered general admission. The ride makes another stop at Monkee Joes on Perrowville Rd. The Liberty University College of Osteopathic (LUCOM) Student Advocates Association (SAA) in partnership with Riverside Runners is holding a race to benefit Liberty University osteopathic medical students who are currently attending medical school at LUCOM and experiencing extreme medical hardships. Topics covered will include: collecting and storing seeds, transplanting seedlings, propagating with plant cuttings, plant dividing, plant dormancy, tip vs. mound vs. air layering, and more. Uptown Fuzzy Worx at The Clubhouse, 7 to 10:30 p.m. at the Clubhouse Sports Bar and Grill,21174 Timberlake Road, Lynchburg. Bake with your preschooler and leave the mess behind! Using a combination of magic and common sense, she must teach the family members how to value each other again. The keynote speaker is Army veteran Denise Rohan, elected in 2017 as the first female national commander of the nearly 2 million member American Legion. Laughing John Entertainment presents the Pre-Mother's Day Party with DJ Kurupt & The Katz Band from Richmond. 2022 Bedford Parade of Grads, 3 p.m. All Bedford County high school graduates, including private and homeschooled students, can participate in the parade. The Tunnels End is a 90s cover band. Hunt for eggs that will contain coupons and discounts from Lynchburg local businesses, candy and cash. You cant go wrong with Soul, Food, and Funk! Attendees will then have the opportunity to sign up for six follow-up sessions, which will be held at the Bedford Extension Office, located at 1257 County Farm Road, Suite B. Tickets with wine tasting cost $35 at the gate, and without costs $20. Kids will experience a healthy culinary lesson for lunch, STEAM activities, outdoor play, and a local field trip. Local/Regional band playing your favorite Country/Rock/Pop/R&B/Dance/Top 40 hits. Proceeds will benefit a number of local non-profit organizations, including the Lynchburg Symphony Orchestra, World Help, and H20Life. You have permission to edit this article. A variety of works will be performed. Listen to a live band. Toddler Tales, 10:30 a.m. at the Lynchburg Public Library. Museums & Art Galleries Lynchburg Museum Legacy Museum of African American History Pest House Medical Museum Sights & Landmarks Amazement Square . Check out Expedia's options and purchase tickets today! For more information about events at Thomas Jeffersons Poplar Forest, call the Museum Shop at (434) 534-8120 or visit poplarforest.org. Both ceremonies will be held Sunday, May 30, with. Juneteenth, noon, at the Sedalia Center at 1108 Sedalia School Road, Big Island. The Bedford Area Master Gardeners Association will show you how to fill your home and garden with a bounty of plants using low or no-cost propagation techniques. Parents, guardians, grandparents, and their little one(s) will bond while tasting tea (or juice), eating finger foods, and creating a craft. The race will be televised on the Fox Sports channel FS1. Art Exhibition: The Heart of Christ, 6 p.m.Calvary Chapel Lynchburg, 20722 Timberlake Road, Suite 5, Lynchburg. The event will feature free museum admission and will include self-guided tours of the historic Fauntleroy home. Take-out is available. 2022 Virginia Commonwealth Games hosted at Liberty University7/22 7/24. For more information or to preregister, visit thegreathuntva.com. Masks are recommended. 9/25 Herndon. Derby Day at Avoca, 4 to 8 p.m., at the Avoca Museums & Historical Society in Altavista. There will be music and refreshments and the buildings and grounds also willbe open to visitors. International Festival, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Riverfront Park in downtown Lynchburg. Following his groundbreaking win on NBCs Last Comic Standing in 2006, Josh Blue has risen through the ranks to become a well-established headliner at venues throughout the world. Liberty University will be hosting it, so sign up and be a part of the fun. The flowers can be designed as garden stakes, free standing table decorations, ceramic bouquets, or even wall dcor. Young Jane and Michael have sent many a nanny packing before Mary Poppins arrives on their doorstep. There will be a devotional message and a hot dog lunch will be provided. Come for an intimate evening of duo performance from NEA Jazz Master, renowned Grammy Awardwinning saxophonist and Tony Award nominee Branford Marsalis and his Quartets longtime pianist, Joey Calderazzo. 2022 LCS Football Season Published on Wed., August 24, 2022 Football Season at LCS! Children will hunt for eggs with their favorite characters in costumes, from Disney Princesses to Superheroes and more. Performance Space: Natural grass turf field, gravel track Additional Rooms: Home and visitors changing rooms, 2 press boxes Additional Services: Scoreboard Masks are recommended. Discover. In the event of inclement weather, Poplar Forest will contact ticket holders via email by 3:00 p.m. the day of the class with a rescheduled date. Spots are limited. Carolina League Championship Series: Lynchburg Hillcats vs. TBD - Home Game 2 (Date: TBD . the camp involves special guests, lessons on pet care, games, crafts, snacks, and more. Appomattox Oyster Festival at DeVault Vineyards, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 247 Station Lane in Concord. Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum's beloved tale, featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film. Family STEAM, 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Lynchburg Public Library, 2315 Memorial Avenue, Lynchburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Cover is $10 at the door. All ages are welcome; best for ages 2 to 5. Non drinking tickets are $15 at the gate. Medical Mountains 5K, from 8 a.m. to noon, at Linkhorne Middle School. During this program, there will be multiple STEAM activities to complete together as a family. Tickets are $3 online and $6 at the door. $10 per person per class, or $15 per person for both classes; taught by either Jenna Chalk or Celeste Sedlar, co-owners of Peakland Pilates. In this three class workshop series, guests will create ceramic flowers for the garden, table or wall. Job Fair, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Forest Public Library. Rejoice Women Annual Tea Party, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. atThe Old Bottling Co Reception Hall, 701 Thomas Road, Lynchburg. Mar 02. Join the Bedford Area Family YMCA for a Health, Wellness & Safety Fair! By working in proper postural alignment, Pilates helps to lengthen and tone muscles all over with just a mat and bodyweight. Toddler Tales storytime is open to children ages 2 and 3, plus their caregivers and siblings. Baby Storytime, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Lynchburg Public Library. Register by 3/25. Register online at bedford.librarycalendar.com. For more information about the Thornton Reading series, contact Jer Bryant 03, 10 MA, Richard H. Thornton chair and assistant professor of English, at bryant.j@lynchburg.edu. No refunds will be issued unless Poplar Forest cannot reschedule the event. Come hangout with the PT5 Trio and enjoy food and fellowship. Our third and final class will be to glaze our flowers before a second and final kiln firing. The ride makes a stop at the North Bedford Baptist Church on Coffee Road for refueling. Lynchburg is hosting its annual International Festival on May 7, 2022. Come watch the race on big screen TV's. This is an adult only event. Balanced Living with Diabetes, 10:30 a.m. at the Moneta Library. Mary Poppins, at E.C. With over two dozen exhibitors from the Bedford region, you are sure to find the perfect Mothers Day gifts and spring treasures at the Spring Mayker's Market. Live Events. Voted best band of Lynchburg 2021, Zach Burnette Band has you covered with live music and entertainment at The Clubhouse. "How to Draw Flowers" class for children, 10 to 11 a.m. Old City Cemetery, Cemetery Center, Edith Lee Reading Room, 401 Taylor Street in Lynchburg. Stand-up comedy returns to The Clubhouse. This low-impact workout will leave you feeling energized and taller. It will be an event in which guests will experience the true taste of Africa in our songs, dances, and fashion, seeking to celebrate artistic expression. Lynchburg Christmas Parade will be held on Sunday, Dec. 4 at 4 PM. per night. With each new day comes a new opportunity to achieve something, but we dont all get what we need to get by. Amateur Pickleball Association Virginia State Championships, A family-friendly event showcasing Lynchburgs diverse cultures through music, food, art and more, 5/7, 10:00 A.M. 4:00 P.M., Riverfront Park. Requested donation of $10 to benefit The Listening. Mark your calendar: Upcoming events in the Lynchburg area Mar 1, 2023 Because this section is free of charge, community events are subject to run based on available space. Well now its real and happening in downtown Lynchburg, State Little League Baseball tournament hosted at Miller Park, Enjoy the second annual soul and funk festival hosted by Mix 88.9, 7/16 2:00 P.M. 10:00 P.M, Riverfront Park. Sports. The event is free. Enjoy a walk on the grounds and a self-guided tour of the magnificent historic home is encouraged. At 6 p.m., there will be a lesson in dyeing eggs with all natural colorants; the cost is $6 per family. To celebrate the completion of the $9.1 million Lynchburg City Stadium Renovation project, Lynchburg Parks and Recreation will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 11 a.m. Friday. During the three- day retreat, women will have the opportunity to build relationships with diverse women, dig deeper into their creative brain, learn more about how physical health aligns with mental health, gain access to resources for success, as well as give back to the community through serving as volunteers at a community dinner giveaway. Tickets for the 30-minute Rose Tour My Favorite Roses led by rose expert Lucas Peed, are $60 per person with advanced ticket purchase required. Although not an official stop on the Garden Day tour this year, admission to the Poplar Forest grounds is included with your Lynchburg Garden Day ticket. For more information about book tour dates, visit fosterthefamilybook.com. You'll be able to find lots of places to explore in Lynchburg while staying within budget. Toddler Tales storytime is open to children ages 2 and 3, plus their caregivers and siblings. Attendees will then have the opportunity to sign up for six follow-up sessions, which will be held at the Bedford Extension Office, located at 1257 County Farm Road, Suite B. Join the Bedford Public Library System this spring for a propagation workshop. For ages 5 to 12, the cost is $235 for all four days or $60 per day. Cars and Coffee Lynchburg (C&CLYH) is an informal monthly car show for all automotive & motorcycle enthusiasts. Doors will open at 6 p.m. for a selfie station until 6:45 p.m. with Gerry. Limit 20 participants. Mother's Day Tea at Avoca, 1 to 4 p.m. at the Avoca Museums & Historical Society in Altavista. This special event features stories, songs, rhymes, and more. Registration is required and seats are limited. Attendees will then have the opportunity to sign up for six follow-up sessions, which will be held at the Bedford Extension Office, located at 1257 County Farm Road, Suite B. Independence Day Weekend Fireworks Show, 6:30 p.m. at the Bank of the James Stadium. Toddler Tales, 10:30 a.m. at the Lynchburg Public Library. When Kira falls into forbidden love with Sonny, her jealous sisters take advantage of the situation. Registration is required and seats are limited. Tuesday, Aug 29, 2023 at 7:05 p.m. Wednesday, Aug 30, 2023 at 12:05 p.m. Thursday, Aug 31, 2023 at 7:05 p.m. Friday, Sep 1, 2023 at 7:05 p.m. Saturday, Sep 2, 2023 at 6:05 p.m. Tickets are $10 and available at www.showtix4u.com/event-details/61500 or at the door. Sign up at secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/vtwMnPr3eBjEkjHR-LcNcw. New Standard brings together a variety of styles and influences ranging from traditional artists to contemporary bluegrass and gospel artists. A tempestuous meeting ensues resulting in a roller coaster of tears, laughter, and healing. Sampling Admission Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 at the gate. Register online at bedford.librarycalendar.com. (Rt. 10/02 Charlottesville. . Sampling Admission Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 at the gate. The class is open to ages 12 and older, though youth must participate with an adult. Mended Fences at The Clubhouse, 8 to 11:30 p.m. at The Clubhouse Sports Bar and Grill, 21174 Timberlake Road, Lynchburg. Client: City of Lynchburg. Business Matters Networking and Panelist Q&A Event, 6 to 8 p.m. at Mission House Coffee, 722 Commerce St., Lynchburg. Children 12 and under are free. Join Poplar Forest at the Academy Center of the Arts for an exclusive presentation of Conversations presented by actors Bill Barker as Thomas Jefferson and Fred Morsell as Frederick Douglass. S.H.E Matters- Women's retreat (sisterhood, healing, empowerment), 6 p.m., at 607 Madison Street, Lynchburg. Lynchburg Beer, Wine & Cider Festival, noon to 7 p.m. at Lynchburg City Stadium. Masks are strongly encouraged for adults and children age 2 and older. Join a teacher from Yoga Goodness for a one-hour yoga class on Mr. Jeffersons south lawn. Lynchburg police are investigating after a girl died after a shooting Friday night. Register 3 days in advance. Enter the raffle to win a ride on a hot air balloon (weather permitting), and enjoy inflatables and face painting. Solve the clues and help the Leprechaun find his gold before the day is done! Taught by botanical artist Linda Murphy; class for children (ages 8-12 recommended) and a parent. There will be limited regrouping and/or stopping. Dish presents The Drive feat. Completion: 2016. Weekend visitors can add the Enslaved Community Tour (when available) to their itinerary at no extra cost. Therapeutic Recreation programs provide opportunities for persons []. Equipment can be provided upon request. In addition to the two fields, the City Stadium lawn is used as an event space for larger events up to 5,000 people. Opening act Raye Zaragoza is a galvanizing presence, a self-assured artist making music to fight for, represent, and celebrate those left too long outside the spotlight. Playwright Teresa Harriss original drama returns to Mr. Jeffersons south lawn for two performances. The baseball field is home to the Lynchburg . Star Wars Night, 6:30 p.m. Bank of the James Stadium in Lynchburg. Cars & Coffee, 8 to 10 a.m. at Timberlake Station, 7621 Timberlake Road, Lynchburg. Each camper will receive a Camp Happiness t-shirt. Registration is required and seats are limited. Tickets range in cost from $15 to $40.