Local News and Events in Forest, VA

Forest Job Fair Offers Free Entry

Friday, August 28, 2026 · Forest, VA

Job seekers can attend the Bedford Area Chamber's fall job fair for free on Friday, August 28, from 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Blue Ridge Community Church, 2361 New London Road in Forest. The event is open to people of all ages, backgrounds, and experience levels, with businesses, nonprofits, and government organizations expected to participate. On-site professionally staffed childcare will be available while residents speak with employers.

This local community update for Forest, VA is scheduled for Friday, August 28, 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 August 2026 community events, local happenings, and neighborhood activities in Forest, VA.

August 2026 Schedule

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Saturday, August 1, 2026

Forest Library Sets August Book Swap

Forest Library will hold a book swap on Saturday, August 1, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. in the Forest Community Room at 15583 Forest Road. Adults who attend should bring five gently used books to trade with other participa...

Tuesday, August 4, 2026

Primary Election Set for August 4

Bedford County voters will cast ballots in the Democratic and Republican primary elections on Tuesday, August 4. Regular polling places will be open from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., and voters who are in line by 7:00 p.m. m...

Thursday, August 6, 2026

School Board Meets August 6

Bedford County Public Schools has scheduled its regular school board meeting for Thursday, August 6, at 5:00 p.m. in the School Administration Office Conference Room, 311 South Bridge Street, Bedford. The meeting is ope...

Monday, August 17, 2026

Bedford Schools Schedule Open House

Bedford County Public Schools has scheduled its 2026-27 open house for Monday, August 17, from 2:00 to 7:00 p.m. The division's calendar lists the event for the school community serving Forest, two days before the sched...

Wednesday, August 19, 2026

Bedford County Schools Begin August 19

Bedford County Public Schools is scheduled to begin the 2026-27 school year on Wednesday, August 19. The date applies across the county school division that serves Forest, including Jefferson Forest High School at 1 Cav...

Thursday, August 20, 2026

Forest Library Holds Adult Writing Club

Forest Library will host its Adult Creative Writing Club on Thursday, August 20, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Forest Community Room at 15583 Forest Road. Registration is required, and the program is limited to adults a...

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Forest Job Fair Offers Free Entry is listed for Friday, August 28, 2026.

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