Local News and Events in Forest, VA

Professional Development Closes Schools

Tuesday, September 29, 2026 · Forest, VA

Bedford County Public Schools has scheduled Tuesday, September 29, as a professional development day, with schools closed for students. Families should plan for a one-day change to the normal school schedule and make any needed arrangements for child care or transportation. The division's calendar lists the closure as applying to students, while staff activities follow the school system's professional development schedule. Parents and guardians should check with their individual school for any program-specific information.

This local community update for Forest, VA is scheduled for Tuesday, September 29, 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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School Board Reviews Redistricting Data

Bedford County Public Schools has scheduled an initial presentation on school redistricting for the School Board's regular meeting Thursday, September 10, at the School Administration Office, 311 South Bridge Street in...

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Roots And Reconnection Festival Set

Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest will host the Roots and Reconnection Festival Saturday, September 12, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The free public program will include music and dance, exhibits and tours, food vendors,...

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Forest Library Hosts Paint Night

Forest Library will host an I'm No Van Gogh Paint Night Tuesday, September 15, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Forest Community Room at 15583 Forest Road. The program is open to teens and adults of all skill levels,...

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Social Services Board Meets

The Bedford County Social Services Board will meet Thursday, September 17, at 9:30 a.m. in the Burks Scott Building at 119 East Main Street in Bedford. The board meets on the third Thursday of each month and oversees a...

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Library Offers Self Defense Workshop

Forest Library will offer an Empower Yourself: Awareness, Safety and Self-Defense Workshop Friday, September 18, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the Forest Community Room at 15583 Forest Road. The program is listed for t...

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Cosplayers Meet At Forest Library

The Mizfit Cosplayers of VA will meet Saturday, September 19, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in the Forest Community Room at Forest Library, 15583 Forest Road. The program is for teens and adults and requires registration....

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When is Professional Development Closes Schools?

Professional Development Closes Schools is listed for Tuesday, September 29, 2026.

Where is this local event connected?

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Where can I find more September 2026 events near Forest, VA?

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