Past Events
- Sun, May 16Bower Center For the ArtsFifteen years ago, the Bower Center for the Arts opened its doors to our community. To commemorate the creativity fostered in that time we are planning a Doors Reimagined Event/Auction. Participate in two ways: Enter to reimagine a door or bid on a completed reimagined door! Click for more details!
- Sat, Oct 17Online Paint PartyThis virtual event is themed around our Orange Art Exhibition and funds raised will support future programming for the Bower. This fun and interactive event will provide all participants with everything they need to create a work of art safely from their home!
- Sat, Aug 01Community ProjectBedford CommuniTREEThe Bower Center for the arts and The Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce are proud to come together to create a piece of art to symbolize the tight knit community that Bedford truly is. Visit the Start At Home to create your leaf and help build our CommuniTREE.
- Wed, Jul 29The Bower Center for the ArtsThe 8th Annual National Juried ExhibitionThis exhibit has historically seen artworks in numerous media- painting, drawing, print-making, collage, photography, sculpture, mosaics, fiber art, fabric, stained and fused glass, and more. We invite you to visit this exciting national exhibit in its 8th year online or in person. FREE admission.
- Sat, May 23Facebook Live on Bower Center page1-Hr Session on Facebook Live
- Sat, Feb 29Bower Center For the ArtsGuided tastings of 5 Select Trios
- Sun, Jan 19Bower Center For the Arts"Immigrants to America" presentation by Sergei Troubetzkoy
- Fri, Dec 20Bower Center For the ArtsAward-winning Virginia playwright Dwayne Yancey presents the story of three international students who find themselves snowbound in an American airport, unable to get home for Christmas.
- Sat, Dec 14Bower Center For the ArtsFree community concert: Mariachi classics and music celebrated in Mexico at Christmas
- Fri, Dec 13Bower Center For the ArtsImmigration Exhibition Opens, Gallery Talk with Suzanne Paddock Shop: Winter Gifts
- Sat, Nov 30Bower Center For the ArtsGift Shopping, Music, Holiday Mimosas & More A unique market of Local & Handmade Items Only
- Thu, Oct 31Bower Center For the ArtsFree photobooth and trick-or-treat walkthrough, sponsored by Bank of the James
- Sat, Oct 19Bower Center For the ArtsNew Standard is a young, high energy group that plays a mix of traditional Bluegrass and Gospel music, honoring Bill Monroe, Flatt & Scruggs, Reno & Smiley, and The Stanley Brothers.
- Sat, Sep 28Bower Center For the ArtsThe real, true blues with a booming voice and powerful slide guitar work...
- Sat, Jul 13Bower Center for the ArtsAn eclectic mix of American folk music spanning several centuries and many genres.
- Sat, Jun 29Bedford Central LibraryMultiple Dates and times: click MORE for full details
- Thu, Jun 20Bower Center For the ArtsA welcoming listening room for veterans and their families and friends.
- Fri, Jun 14Bower Center For the ArtsOpen Special Hours 5-8pm in collaboration with 2nd Fridays in Bedford THIS IS OUR SERVICE: American Vets Make Art
- Fri, May 31Bower Center For the ArtsTheatrical and musical performances, meet the exhibiting artists, and join us for refreshments in celebration of the exhibit THIS IS OUR SERVICE: America's Veterans Make Art
- Sun, May 19Bower Center For the ArtsFree & Open to the Public: Presentation and Discussion The Art of the Movie Poster/Virginians in Hollywood
- Sat, May 18Bower Center For the ArtsA reception to honor heroes and celebrate the new additions to the Wharton Garden.
- Sat, May 04Bower Center For the ArtsFree Admission - indoor handmade market featuring live music, brunch, mimosas, and kids' activities.
- Sat, Apr 27Bower Center For the ArtsHigh-energy mash-ups: Top 40, pop, old school, R&B, americana, blues, rock, jazz, & country...
- Sun, Apr 07Bower Center For the ArtsFree and open to the public
- Thu, Mar 21Bower Center For the ArtsOpen Mic Night: Free and Open to the public!
- Sun, Mar 10Bower Center For the ArtsFree and Open to the Public All Skill Levels Welcome
- Sat, Feb 23Bower Center For the ArtsEclectic, immersive and mesmerizing; International acclaimed guitarist and songwriter Hiroya Tsukamoto takes us on an innovative, impressionistic journey filled with earthy, organic soundscapes that impart a mood of peace and tranquility.
- Wed, Jan 30Bower Center For the ArtsThe #WingsofArt community project is complete!
- Thu, Jan 17Bower Center For the ArtsMonthly listening room for musicians and poets Originals and Covers welcome
- Sat, Dec 15Bower Center For the ArtsShop local handcrafted goods and enjoy mimoas, brunch, live music, and a Kids Makers Workshop!
- Sun, Dec 09Bower Center For the ArtsCANCELED Shopping sales, artist demonstrations, live music and more presented by a collaborative creative community.
- Sat, Dec 08Bower Center For the Artsmonthly drop-in art experiences for kids and adults
- Sat, Dec 01Bower Center For the ArtsEnjoy punch and cookies and a photobooth with Ellie the Elephant during the Bedford Christmas Parade!
- Tue, Nov 27Bower Center For the ArtsA community-building initiative to install a movie theater at Bower Center for the Arts!
- Sat, Nov 24Bower Center For the ArtsSupport local! Shop our Giving Tree and visit open artist studios
- Sun, Nov 18Bower Center For the ArtsFree & Open to the Public: Presentation and Discussion The Art of the Movie Poster/Virginians in Hollywood
- Fri, Nov 16Bower Center For the ArtsJoin Inspirare as we bring your favorite show tunes to the stage!
- Thu, Nov 15Bower Center For the ArtsA collaborative community of musicians and poets. OPEN MIC- 3rd Thursday of every month, 7-9 pm OPEN JAM- 2nd Sunday of every month, 2-4 pm
- Sat, Nov 10Bower Center For the Artsmonthly drop-in art experiences for kids and adults
- Fri, Nov 09Bower Center For the ArtsSpecial open gallery hours in conjunction with art-happenings throughout Bedford
- Sat, Nov 03Bower Center For the ArtsAn event to honor the legacy of Suzie's passion and support of the arts. - Hors d'oeuvres included - Cash Bar - Black tie optional -
- Sat, Oct 20Bower Center For the ArtsFocusing on quality sound and entertaining performance, New Standard Bluegrass keeps bluegrass music alive for our generation and future generations to enjoy.
- Sun, Oct 14Bower Center For the ArtsThe Bower Center for the Arts is going to the dogs in honor of Adopt-a-Shelter-Pet Month!
- Thu, Sep 20Bower Center For the Artsmusic and poetry open mic
- Sun, Sep 09305 N Bridge St***ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSED: TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE GATE***
- Sun, Aug 26Bower Center For the ArtsFree! Original works written by local playwrights to be performed one night only!
- Sat, Aug 25Bower Center For the ArtsCombine your most beloved musical memories with a foot-stomping string band and top it off with harmonies that spring straight from the soul of the mountains, and you’ve got After Jack.
- Fri, Aug 10Bower Center For the ArtsA collaborative night of art-happenings throughout Bedford, VA!
- Fri, Jul 27Bower Center For the ArtsIn the wake of current and nearly continuous national disasters and man-made violence, people all over the world have awakened and responded in the truest form of the spirit. We are seemingly at our best when confronted by our worst.
- Thu, Jul 19Bower Center For the ArtsLocal songwriters Caroline Guske, Josh Sosin, catherine the great
- Thu, Jul 19Bower Center For the Artsmusic and poetry open mic and songwriter/poet series
- Wed, Jul 18Bower Center For the ArtsA toe-tapping wholesome night of bluegrass, country, and gospel by the Little Mountain Boys!
- Mon, Jul 16Bower Center For the ArtsJuly 16-20 Grades 3-6 Playful Exploration of 3d Materials: Exploring, Building and Creating
- Tue, Jul 10Bower Center For the ArtsMeet your instructor, Catherine Backus, and spend 4 weeks in a workshop that will provide the tools and the feedback you need to improve your songwriting and performance skills. Discover what makes the best songs so great, learn to be your own editor and learn to be the best YOU!
- Tue, Jul 03Bower Center For the ArtsFree! Original works written by local playwrights to be performed one night only!
- Sat, Jun 30Bower Center For the ArtsA toe-tapping wholesome night of bluegrass, country, and gospel by the Little Mountain Boys!
- Thu, Jun 28305 N Bridge StEntry fee for No Borders/No Boundaries Exhibit at Bower Center for the Arts
- Sat, Jun 23Bower Center For the ArtsLove the musical Hamilton? Know the songs? Or just like to sing? Join us at the Bower Center for the Arts for "Hamiltunes", a sing-a-long of songs from the Tony Award winning musical! *Tickets are Free*
- Mon, Jun 18Bower Center For the ArtsJune 18-22 8:30am-12:30pm 4-6 graders Explore the worlds of digital design, drawing and painting in this fun and educational camp.
- Mon, Jun 11Bower Center For the ArtsJune 11th-22nd, Monday-Friday 2 pm - 5 pm Rising 8th - 12th Graders In 24 hours over the course of 2 weeks, students will write, rehearse, and perform their own productions!
- Sat, Jun 09Bower Center For the ArtsGoing back to our roots! Echoes of Appalachia will have you stomping your feet and singing along as Spectrum Arts Society brings you Bluegrass and folks songs.
- Mon, Jun 04Bower Center For the ArtsJune 4-8 8:30am-12:30pm Ages 9-13 For one week only, two worlds collide for Comic Book Mosaics Camp! Create your own comic and a mosaic cartoon stepping stone. POW!
- Sat, Jun 02Bower Center For the ArtsAlt-Country artist bringing his newest 4th solo acoustic album to Bower Center.
- Thu, May 31Bower Center For the ArtsUpcycle thrift store finds, or refashion your own wardrobe into something new with guidance from a master seamstress.
- Thu, May 31305 N Bridge StLearn and explore the wonderful world of clay! In this class we will use techniques such as coil, pinch and slab to create decorative and functional ware.
- Sat, May 19Bower Center For the ArtsEclectic, immersive and mesmerizing; International acclaimed guitarist and songwriter Hiroya Tsukamoto takes us on an innovative, impressionistic journey filled with earthy, organic soundscapes that impart a mood of peace and tranquility.
- Sat, May 19Bower Center For the ArtsIntroduction to Composing for Guitar
- Sat, May 12Bower Center For the ArtsFrom Roanoke, VA, Lenny Marcus Trio has headlined at globally recognized Jazz places like Blues Alley, the vaunted Washington, D.C., jazz and supper club.
- Sun, May 06Bower Center For the Arts6th Annual National Juried Exhibition Entry Fee
- Sat, Apr 28305 N Bridge StMimosas, brunch and live music awaits you at this exquisite Urban Indoor Makers Market This event is free and open to the public.
- Fri, Apr 27Bower Center For the ArtsLearn basics and alteration techniques that can help you fix things in a snap in this 4 week course!
- Thu, Apr 26Bower Center For the ArtsUpcycle thrift store finds, or refashion your own wardrobe into something new with guidance from a master seamstress.
- Thu, Apr 26305 N Bridge StLearn and explore the wonderful world of clay! In this class we will use techniques such as coil, pinch and slab to create decorative and functional ware.
- Wed, Apr 25Bower Center For the ArtsStudents ages 8-12 will be introduced to basic techniques and foundations for drawing.
- Tue, Apr 24Bower Center For the ArtsA fun and encouraging beginners clay class for elementary-aged students.
- Mon, Apr 23Bower Center For the ArtsYoga helps ripple wonderfulness into the world! For 4th and 5th graders.
- Sat, Apr 21Bower Center For the ArtsAn exciting mix of 20th Century Works brought to Bower Center in collaboration with Amherst Glebe Arts Response, Inc. (AGAR)
- Sun, Apr 15305 N Bridge StMeet Eleanor Roosevelt, as portrayed in a one-woman show by actress Jane Van Boskirk. The show is sponsored by Bedford Professional Women.
- Thu, Apr 12Bower Center For the ArtsDiscover what all this crafting buzz is about. Join the party of makers!
- Wed, Apr 11Bower Center For the ArtsAfter-school improv workshop for 6th-8th graders -- practice by playing!
- Tue, Mar 27Bower Center For the ArtsLearn how this vibrant glass is made, the differences, (depending on the manufacturer), and how to use the traditional hammer and hardie and modern wheeled cutters for cutting and shaping.
- Mon, Mar 26Bower Center For the ArtsMondays, 5:30-6:30pm. Calm your mind and settle your body with mindfulness meditation, mantra meditations, guided imagery, yoga nidra and more.
- Sun, Mar 25Bower Center For the ArtsArtist entry fee for No Borders/No Boundaries Exhibition