The Salem Farmer’s Market has been open for the summer season in the pavilion next to the Ozark Natural and Cultural Resource Center since May, according to their Facebook page.
The Salem Farmer’s Market has been open for the summer season in the pavilion next to the Ozark Natural and Cultural Resource Center since May, according to their Facebook page.
What’s News Today: Outdoor events, Amtrak anniversary
Here’s a look at some of the stories we’ll be following today as they make headlines across the country and Southwest Virginia.
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Lynchburg Parks and Recreation celebrates Arbor Day. There’s a commemorative tree planting today at Riverside Park. The Arbor Day Celebration commemorates the life of the U. S. Constitution Tree that was planted in 1937 and removed in March of this year. Community organizations will also be there, with crafts and activities.
Amtrak will celebrates its 50th anniversary today with a virtual celebration. President Biden will make remarks today about the rail service. Amtrak service was extended from Lynchburg to Roanoke in 2017. A commission was set up by the General Assembly this year to explore expanding service into the New River Valley.
Round Town: Strawberry Festival, live music
Events happening the weekend of April 30th, 2021.
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Enjoy everything strawberry at the Community School’s Strawberry Festival. It’s looking different this year, being held as a drive-thru event at the Berglund Center this year. It’s Friday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Due to the pandemic, sales are credit or debit only. Cash is not accepted.
Salem After Five returns to the Salem Farmers’ Market. Enjoy live music from ‘Domino.’ There are also local vendors, children’s activities and adult beverages. It runs from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday. Tickets are $5 at the gate.