Events week of March 21st-March 31st:

Thursday, March 31st: Adult Cooking Class/Marsala Chicken at Make and Take Gourmet, 5:30pm $5 per person rsvp first 5 people 434 525-7505 www.makeandtakegourmet.com

Thursday, March 31st: Controlled Substances in the Workplace Seminar, 9am-Noon at Roanoke Higher Education Center, Cost is $99 per person or $79 per person for 3 or more from the same company. Presenters are Brad Fitzgerald, Principal Woods Rogers PLC; Neely R Conner, Carilion EAP; Stephen Burt, President, HCR To register call 540 983-7712 or email seminars@woodsrogers.com

Events weeks of April 1st-April 10th:

Saturday, April 2nd: For all Bedford City and County Residents & Businesses at Bedford Farmer's Market, Electronics Recycling-Paper Shredding and this year taking Cans of Paint! oil based & latex paint cans only-no thinner or stains/varnishes 8am-Noon. Spring clean up week is April 4th-8th. Cleanup items to the curb no later than April 3rd. Questions call 540 587-6121

Saturday, April 2nd: Sit back, relax and enjoy as The Blast Band reunites at Benjamin's at The Pointe to perform classic rock hits. Admission is free! Call 540 297-4900 for more information 8-11pm

Saturday, April 2nd:"Rosebud & Daisy Decorative Box" Acrylic Painting at Beyond these Hills Gallery & Home Accents, Instructor Pam Gillespie/ Fee $35 per student/ 10am-Noon All supplies provided. 434 525-4111 beyondthesehills@verizon.net

Saturday, April 2nd: Exit 162 at Blue Ridge Vineyard, 5-9pm, Catering available. Admission to concerts $15 per couple, $8 adults, Children and friendly leashed dogs-no charge (No outside alcohol, ABC Regulations)

Saturday, April 2nd: Open House at Premier Limousine and Premier Room, Premier Limousine Service and Gleaning for the World are partnering to help local orphanges and the community. We will be collecting stuffed animals and/or baby supplies to fill our limousine bus, so come out and enjoy a free limousine ride, view the Premier Room and support a great local cause. 3727 Old Forest Rd 11AM-3PM.

Saturday, April 2nd: Kite Day with special guest, Benjamin Franklin at Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest, Bring a picnic and a kite (or purchase one on site) and enjoy family hands-on activities from 10:30am - 3pm. Jefferson's dining table will be on display in house. Free with regular admission.

Saturday, April 2nd: Bird Walk with Lynchburg Bird Club 8am at Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest, Free

Tuesday, April 5th: Ask the Experts, Come learn about dealing with aches and pains from Krista Leake, PT at Centra Rehabilitation at Bentley Commons at Lynchburg. Lunch is on us! Bring a friend and rsvp by April 5th. Lunch is Noon-1pm. 1604 Graves Mill Rd 434 316-0207

Tuesday, April 5th: Gentry Locke Rakes & Moore's 2011 Labor & Employment Law Symposium. at the Hilton Garden Inn. Paul Klockenbrink and Todd Leeson, Symposium co-chairs Labor & Employment practice group.

Wednesday, April 6th: Lunch & learn, Navigating the Journey of Grief at Bentley Commons at Lynchburg, Join Pat Thorne of Hospice of Virginia to learn about grief's symptoms, stages and ways to cope. Lunch is on us! RSVP 434 316-0207 1604 Graves Mill Rd.

Wednesday, April 6th: Brigadier General John W. Douglass, U.S. Air Force (Ret) a National D-Day Memorial, Featuring the Mission Readiness report "Ready, Willing & Unable to Serve" This message includes commitment and investment for high quality early education not only for a strong Central Virginia but also to keep America strong and safe. 10:30am - Noon

Friday, April 8th: Art and Craft at Goose Creek Studio 5-8pm. Work by Mitchell Bond, Shelly Koopman, Ed Wennerstrom 302 Court St Bedford

Saturday, April 9th: Spring Fashion Show & Tasting Luncheon, Bedford Baptist Church, Fellowship Hall. Bedford Professional Women present "Up, Up and Away with Fashion!", a Fashion Show and Tasting Luncheon to be held 11am-1pm Saturday April 9th, 2011. Enjoy great food and friends as Christopher & Banks unveils its Spring clothing line! Tickets are $10, available from any BPW member. Proceeds benefit the BPW Scholarship Fund. For info call 540 761-9286

Saturday, April 9th: Senior Prom & Dance at Bentley Commons at Lynchburg, Come experience the Golden Age of Hollywood with oldies, music & dancing. Enjoy refreshments & all the glamour of prom! Cost is $10 per person. Space is limited, Call to reserve your spot. 434 316-0207 1604 Graves Mill Rd.

Saturday, April 9th: Looking for a summer employment opportunity? Come to Mariners Landing for our Job Fair on Saturday, April 9th from 10:00am - 2:00pm and be ready to fill out applications, meet with our managers and interview for available positions in accounting, food and beverage, guest services and housekeeping. Call 540-297-4900 for more information today!

Sat & Sun, April 9th & 10th: 12th Annual Heart and Sole Shoe Market, Sponsored by Wachovia, will be Held at the Lynchburg Armory, 1200 Church St, sponsored by Wachovia. The Preview Party will be April 8th. Tickets are $25. For more information about the Shoe Market, contact CASA of Central VA at 434 528-2552 or by email at jane@cvcasa.org

Events week of April 11th-April 17th:

Monday, April 11th: Ladies Only Pajama Martini Dinner at Benjamins in Forest, 14900 Forest Road 434 534-6077

Tuesday, April 12th: Bedford BPW April meeting, 6:15pm at Liberty Station Restaurant. Installation of 2011-2012 officers. Yearly reports are to be turned in at the meeting.

Tuesday, April 12th: AARP Driving Class at Bentley Commons. This driver refresher course is for 50 years & older, providing tips & safety ideas. For more info contact Ray Mueller at 239-5569 Cost is $12 for AARP members & $14 for non members. Seating is limited. Pre register by calling 316-0207. Class is from 9-5:30pm. 1604 Graves Mill Rd Lynchburg

Tuesday, April 12th: "Tulip & Egg Tile Trivet" -Acrylic Painting at Beyond these Hills Gallery & Home Accents, Instructor Pam Gillespie, $35 per student 6-8pm. All supplies provided. 434 525-4111 beyondthesehills@verizon.net

Tuesday, April 12th: Gentry Locke Rakes & Moore's 2011 Labor & Employment Law Symposium. at the Hotel Roanoke & Convention Center. Paul Klockenbrink and Todd Leeson, Symposium co-chairs Labor & Employment practice group.

Wednesday, April 13th: Jefferson's Birthday at Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest, 11am-2:30pm Cake served! Free with regular admission

Thursday, April 14th: Painting Project TBA- Oil Painting at Beyond these Hills Gallery & Home Accents, Instructor Judy Moore-Gist Fee $55 per student 10am-1pm. All supplies provided 434 525-4111 beyondthesehills@verizon.net

Saturday, April 16th: National Healthcare Decisions Day, Join Karen Bresach of the Central VA Area Agency on Aging, Inc and Amber Jordan of the VA legal Aide Society to hear a presentation & receive information about Medical Directives, wills and other important healthcare decisions. Starts at 11am. Bentley Commons 1604 Graves Mill Rd 434 316-0207

Saturday, April 16th: Tote Bag-A sewing project at Beyond these Hills Gallery & Home Accents, Intructior Peggy Gillespie, Fee $35 per student 10am-1pm. Supply list to be provided at a later date. **You must bring your own sewing machine 434 525-4111 beyondthesehills@verizon.net

Saturday, April 16th: Flying Blind, Beach Party! at Blue Ridge Vineyard, 5-9pm, Catering available. Admission to concerts $15 per couple, $8 adults, Children and friendly leashed dogs-no charge (No outside alcohol, ABC Regulations)

Saturday, April 16th: Explore our Healthy Living Expo at Mariners Landing which will feature products and services, seminars and demonstrations from area healthcare and health-related organizations and businesses. Admission is free. The Healthy Lifestyles Expo is presented by Our Health Magazine and WDBJ7. For more information, please visit www.marinerslanding.com **As part of the Healthy Lifestyles Expo , Bedford Memorial Hospital will be offering Aorta and Carotid Screenings starting at 10am on Saturday, April 16th at Mariners Landing Resort Community and Conference Center. Screenings are by appointment only, so please call the Bedford Memorial Hospital Cardiovascular Services Department at 540-587-3216 to make your appointment today!

Saturday, April 16th: A Taste of Australia Wine Dinner at Mariners Landing, Join Chef Benjamin McGehee for another spectacular event in his popular wine dinner series, 6:30 to 9:30pm. Enjoy a wonderful five-course, gourmet meal with featured wine pairings. An entertaining and educational evening for those who enjoy fine wine and cuisine. For more information, please visit www.marinerslanding.com.

Saturday, April 16th: The 13th Annual Celtic Fetival at the Sedalia Center, Featuring the Tartan Terrors, the highly troupe of entertainers, & The Virginia Highland Pipes and Drums. 10am-7pm. Tickets are $10 and children 12 and under are free. at www.sedaliacenter.org or at the gate the day of the event. Rain or Shine 434 299-5080

Events week of April 19th-April 24th:

Saturday, April 23rd: Easter Celebration & Kid's Easter Egg Hunt at Mariners Landing Resort Community & Conference Center. Join us our 2nd Annual Easter Celebration & Kids Easter Egg Hunt as our area Churches present inspirational music,praise and fellowship in celebration of the Easter holiday and its real meaning. A free community event for everyone. Begins at 11:30am, with egg hunt starting at 12:30pm. For more information, please call 540-297-4900.

Sunday, April 24th: Easter Brunch at Benjamins at Forest, 11am-3pm. 434 534-6077 14900 Forest Road

Sunday, April 24th: Annual Easter Buffet will be served from 10am to 4pm at Benjamins at the Pointe, including Assorted Salads, Crepes, Quiche, Lox & Bagels, Roasted Pork Loin, Liver & Onions, Southern Fried Catfish, Braised Greens, Wild Rice, Macaroni & Cheese, Pinto Beans & Bacon, Peel-n-Eat Steamed Spiced Shrimp, Honey-Cheddar Corn Bread & Artisan Rolls, Homemade Pies & Cobblers, and much more. For reservations, please call (540) 297-4900 www.marinerslanding.com

Events week of April 25th-April 30th:

Saturday, April 30th: Niagara Rainbow-A Painting Project at Beyond these Hills Gallery & Home Accents, Oil Painting, Instructor Ed Gowen 10am-5pm. $80 per student (lunch provided) Supply list to be provided at a later date. 434 525-4111 beyondthesehills@verizon.net

Specials & Programs

Bedford Hospice Care: As a member of the Bedford Hospice Team volunteers help by providing care and compassion to patients and their families. Without volunteers, hospice could not provide the care which is necessary at this time of life for our patients. Call Bedford Hospice Care today to register for training or for more information at 540-587-6592.

Bedford Memorial Hospital: First Friday of every month, A Breakfast Fundraiser is hosted by the Bedford Memorial Hospital Volunteer Chaplains, 7:30am-9am, Located in the hospital cafeteria. Take out available. We look forward to serving you! Money raised is contributed to the gazebo garden project.

Evergreen Basement:Spring is Here! Refer someone to Evergreen and if they set an appointment with one of the certified water proofing system designers you get $50

Little Gallery: Featuring 2 established artists for the month of April, Connie Logan & Teresa Dittrich. 540 721-1596 www.thelittlegallerysml.com

Make & Take Gourmet: Free Side Dish Friday! (receive a free side dish with the purchase of an entree/limit 1 per order)

Lunch Special: March 27th-Apr 1st $5.99 Chipotle Wraps

National D-Day Memorial: The National D-Day Memorial has launched its Flames of Memory project for the 67^th Anniversary of D-Day this year. The Flames are luminaries, hundreds of which will be placed along the Necrology Wall on the night of Saturday, June 4 in tribute to the D-Day fallen as well as others who have served our country. Each luminary costs $20, or 6 for $100; all gifts are tax-deductible and all proceeds benefit National D-Day Memorialoperations and other programming at the Memorial. Luminaries can be purchased in honor or memory of anyone, D-Day veteran or not, and businesses or organizations are welcome to purchase quantities.

The Memorial will be open until 10PM on the night of June 4 to allow visitors to view the Nighttime Illumination of the Necrology Wall. The wall bears the names of all Allied D-Day servicemen killed in action on D-Day, the only place in the world to do so.

The Memorial is hopeful that pairing the two ideas honoring fallen soldiers and living veterans at the same time will appeal to sponsors. Its the opportunity to honor our fallen and serve our living heroes at the same time.

All luminaries sponsored by May 15 will be included in a printed program to be distributed on the evening of June 4. If you are interested in sponsoring a luminary, please call the Foundation at (540) 586-3329

Premier Limousine Service:Transportation 434 385-8400

April 19th: Historic Garden Day 10am-6pm

April 30th: Barboursville Vineyards 10am-4pm. Transportation $40 Tasting Fee $12