FOREST LIONS CLUB CHRISTMAS TREE SALE                                    The Forest lions Club will hold its annual Christmas tree sale starting November 27th and the sale is planned to run through December 15th. Last year, thanks to the vigorous support of the community, trees sold out early. One hundred percent of all proceeds from the sale are returned to the community through various charitable donations including providing eye exams and glasses, yearly vocational scholarships, food baskets for the needy and support of the Forest Youth Athletic Association.   Three hundred trees including 6 to 10 feet Fraser firs and a limited number of 6 to 8 foot white pines will be on sale during this period.   Trees will be on sale from 2:00 to 7:00 PM on Mondays through Fridays, from 9:00 AM ... 11/07/2010

Not far from Smith Mountain Lake, on November 20th, you can enjoy the second annual Thomas Jefferson Wine Festival in Forest, Virginia. Held at Thomas Jefferson's retreat, Poplar Forest, the event highlights some of the best wines in Virginia. The former president was well known for his passionate beliefs in the benefits of wine drinking. Come celebrate this famous politician and statesman with us!The festival will run from 11am through 5pm on November 20th. "Mr. Jefferson" will be there as well to interact with visitors. You can also enjoy tours of Jefferson's home at Poplar Forest. The retreat is a true masterpiece, reflecting some of the best of Jefferson's work in architecture. The home and grounds are clear expressions of his personal work and style.There will be over a dozen winer... 11/06/2010

Debbie Malone | RE/MAX 1st Olympic | debbiemalone@remax.net | (434) 546-0369 1048 Brigade Place, Forest, VA 5BR/3+1BA Single Family House offered at $254,900 Year Built 2003 Sq Footage 3,149 Bedrooms 5 Bathrooms 3 full, 1 partial Floors 2 Parking 4+ Uncovered spaces Lot Size 32,670 sqft HOA/Maint $0 per month see additional photos below PROPERTY FEATURES - Central A/C - Fireplace - Walk-in closet - Hardwood floor - Family room - Living room - Office/Den - Dining room - Dishwasher - Refrigerator - Stove/Oven - Microwave - Basement - Laundry area - inside - Yard COMMUNITY FEATURES - Guest parking ADDITIONAL PHOTOS Photo 1Photo 1Photo 1Photo 2Photo 1Photo 2 Contact info: Debbie Malone RE/MAX 1st Olympic debbiemalone@remax.net (434) 546-0369 For sale by agent/broker Equal Opportunity Housi... 11/02/2010

Many people own a second home, a place to get away from all the daily stresses of life. There are many families who own such a home in Smith Mountain Lake, but they aren't the first to be drawn to this part of Virginia. While most people know about Monticello, not everyone is familiar with Poplar Forest, Thomas Jefferson's second home. Poplar Forest was a personal retreat for Jefferson. He only designed two homes for himself, Monticello and Poplar Forest. The retreat was nearly lost after years of decline, but in 1984, a group determined to save the retreat. They purchased the 50 acres remaining from the more than 4,000 acres that were originally part of the estate. Conservation and restoration have transformed Poplar Forest, and visitors can now enjoy seeing a part of American history.... 09/29/2010

JUST REDUCED in Stonewall - 1048 Brigade Pl, Forest, VA Overview Maps Photos Description $264,900 Single Family HomeFor Sale Main Features 5 Bedrooms3 Bathrooms1 Partial BathroomInterior: 3149 sqftLot: 0.75 acre(s) Location 1048 Brigade PlForest, VA 24551USA To get updates on open home dates and other property events, please click the "Like" button below: Debbie Malone Realtor RE/MAX 1st Olympic Realtors(434) 546-0369debbiemalone@remax.nethttp://www.my-lynchburg-home.com Listed by: Debbie Malone, RE/MAX 1st Olympic Our recent listings New Listing: 2700SF Retail Building & Additional LotNew Listing: Brick Ranch in Richland HillsCAMPBELL COUNTY BRICK RANCH- WITH APARTMENTJUST REDUCED - BRING OFFERS!!!UPDATED AND MOVE IN READY BRICK RANCH Subscribe to our listing feed See more Forest, VA ... 08/24/2010

Apparently I have planted a smorgasbord in our backyard. A buffet of delicious and tasty treats the neighborhood wildlife can't resist. Deer-off works if you keep applying, but we needed to negotiate better terms of use of the backyard when even the marigolds were disappearing. So: Owner  agrees to provide tenant with plums from the tree, any fallen fruit or vegetables from the garden and lifetime access to the fishpond- (for drinking purposes only).   In return, tenant agrees not to eat any flowering bush, shrub or flower. On premises security will be employed if tenant does not fulfill the terms of the contract.   06/30/2010

JUST REDUCED - One Level Ranch- Rocking Porch, Garage, Storage Shed Overview Maps Photos Description $179,900 Single Family HomeFor Sale Main Features 3 Bedrooms2 BathroomsInterior: 1450 sqftLot: 1.01 acre(s) Location 3726 White RdForest, VA 24551 To get updates on open home dates and other property events, please click the "Like" button below: Debbie Malone Realtor RE/MAX 1st Olympic Realtors(434) 546-0369debbiemalone@remax.nethttp://www.my-lynchburg-home.com Listed by: Debbie Malone, RE/MAX 1st Olympic Our recent listings JUST REDUCED - One Level Ranch- Rocking Porch, Garage, Storage ShedBeautiful Country Home on 5 Acres - HUGE Detached Shop & GarageFIVE BEDROOM HOME IN WYNDHURSTEnglish Style Home in Golf CommunityJUST REDUCED in Stonewall - 1048 Brigade Pl, Forest, VA Subscribe to o... 06/30/2010

Lovely Townhouse Near Poplar Forest - Must See!*   Maintenance-free living in a peaceful neighborhood   -2 Spacious bedrooms with cathedral ceilings and a beautiful view from the master bedroom -2.5 Bathrooms   -Top Level - bedrooms and full bathroom - access to attic -Main Level - walk-in front door - kitchen - living room/dining room - half bath - deck -Full Basement - full bathroom - 2 storage closets – laundry - sliding door access to the back porch and yard   *By Appointment Only Additional info about the property including homeowner contacts could be found here: http://www.fizber.com/virginia-buy-condo-townhome-co-op-home-16515273.html     05/18/2010

$189,900 - ONE LEVEL RANCH WITH 2 CAR GARAGE IN FOREST, VA - MOUNTAIN VIEW $189,900Location: SADDLE CREEKOne Level Living In Forest- This Home Features 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Attached 2 Car Garage, Formal Dining Room. Eat In Kitchen With Stainless Appliances, Ceramic Tile Backsplash. The Great Room Has Vaulted Ceiling And A Gas Log Fireplace. There Is A Large Shed That Conveys On A One Acre Lot With Mountain View In Forest, Bedford County, VA.Contact Information Debbie Malonedebbiemalone@remax.net(434) 546-0369ABR -Accredited Buyer RepresentativeASP -Accredited Staging Professional Realtore-PRO -Internet ProfessionalPricingPrice: $189,900Property Location3726 WHITE ROADFOREST, VA 24551View MapFeaturesBedrooms: 3Bathrooms: 2Parking Spaces: 4Year Built: 2004Subdivision: SADDLE CREEKLot Size... 05/11/2010

“Opportunities are like sunrises -- if you wait too long, you miss them.” William Arthur Ward   Wishing You A Happy and Blessed Easter!   04/04/2010

  March 9, 2010           The Forest Lions Club monthly meeting will be held at 6:30 pm at the Twin Oaks Restaurant, 14175 Forest Road, Forest. Dinner will start at 7:00 pm.  Guest speaker for this month is ophthalmologist Dr. Gene Moss of the Piedmont Eye Center. Dr. Moss’ remarks will address Fuchs’ Dystrophy and modified cornea transplants. If you are interested in attending this meeting or in becoming a Lion in Bedford County, please call 434-385-0493. 02/24/2010

Time is too slow for those who wait, too swift for those who fear, too long for those who grieve, too short for those who rejoice, but for those who love, time is eternity.  ~Henry Van Dyke   02/14/2010

v Lake Vista Residents: Enjoy Refreshments and Christmas Cheer by the cozy fire at the Annual Lake Vista Christmas Open House. Held at the Lake Vista Centre (200 Lake vista Drive) this coming Sunday, December 6, 2009 from 2-4PM. There will be a balloon artist, face painting and Christmas music to enjoy. Santa will be stopping by to say hello to all the good boys and girls! 12/02/2009

Gingerbread People Recipe Baking is one of my holiday traditions and making Gingerbread People is one of my favorite things to do this time of year. I've been making these wonderful cookies every Christmas season for over 25 years. It's a fun project for the kids, they love to cut out the shapes and decorate. I make a lot of mini gingerbread people- when you add the frosting they can be on the sweet side. The cookies store well; you can bake and freeze or freeze some of the dough to bake a fresh batch at your convenience.    1 1/2 cups dark molassas 1 cup packed brown sugar 2/3 cup cold water 1/4 cup shortening 7 cups all purpose flour 2 tsp baking soda 1 tsp salt 1 tsp allspice 2 tsp ginger 1 tsp cloves 1 tsp cinnamon Mix the molassas, brown sugar water and shortening in one bowl. I mi... 12/02/2009

HOW AWESOME IS THIS! October was Fire Safety Month and I posted about the BARK 10-4 Program where you can donate a pet oxygen mask to your local fire department. I used paypal and donated a mask to my local volunteer fire department in Forest, Virginia. I just received notification that THE MOST PET OXYGEN MASKS EVER (I counted 143!!!) had been shipped to the following fire departments: Alpine Fire Department Blue Ridge Fire DepartmentPlainfield Fire DepartmentTown of Sheboygan Falls Fire Kohler VillageMenasha Town Fire DepartmentPickerel Fire & Rescue SquadWhitewater Fire DepartmentTown of Greenville Fire DeptMilwaukee Fire DepartmentRichard Hansen Fire ChiefLewis County Fire District #5Easton Fire District #3 Bothell Fire DepartmentFire District 1 DJ Evans, Fire ChiefSpringfield Fire... 11/18/2009

Flood water from Hurricane Ida in Virginia this past week- I spent the weekend in Surry, VA where many of the roads in this section of Virginia cut through marsh land. The photo above is from a beautiful swamp in the Surry, Isle of Wight area which is normally very tranquil. The ground was saturated after days of non-stop rain, causing a washout of sections of roads including Route 10 in Virginia. The ferry from Surry to Williamsburg was closed for several days. The creek overflowed it's bank and fast moving water washed out the gravel road. Water was at least 18" deep, the gravel base had been washed out causing huge potholes and creating a dangerous situation. Locally, when the Timber Lake Dam broke several years ago after days of rain, people crossing flooded roadways were killed. I... 11/16/2009

Chicken Normandy is one of the family favorites, real comfort food.....It's suppose to be prepared the night before and refrigerated for the next day. I've done that once, it's just as good if you prepare and cook the same night. I don't use extra salt in cooking so you might want to add to the filling. This is a great dish to take to a party.   CHICKEN NORMANDY   Crust 2 packages of Stove Top Chicken Stuffing Mix (prepared) Filling 3 cups of cooked, diced chicken 1 cup chopped onion (sauteed) 1 chopped celery (sauteed) 1/2 cup mayonnaise 2 eggs 1 cup milk Topping 1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup (10.75 oz) 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Prepare stuffing mix and spread 3/4 into the bottom and sides of a greased 13x9x2 baking pan. Combine chicken, onions, celery and toss in mayonna... 11/12/2009

Annual Forest Lions Club Christmas Tree Sale It's that time of year where we start thinking about the upcoming holidays. The Forest Lions Club's Annual Christmas Tree Sale starts on November 28, 2009. The club plans to continue the sale through December 15 or until all the trees are sold. Thanks to the support of the local community, trees sold out early last year. One hundred percent of all proceeds from the sale are returned to the community through various charitable donations. Come out and support this great organization and purchase your tree from the Forest Lions' Tree Lot.               Members of the Forest Lions Club will be selling 300 trees including 6 to 10 feet Fraser firs and a limited number of 6 to 8 foot white pines. Trees will be on sale:   Mondays through Fridays 1:00... 11/08/2009

If you’ve recently moved to the community of Forest in Bedford County, Virginia, WELCOME! Bedford County was formed in 1754 and consists of 764 square miles of the most beautiful country in Virginia; I never get tired of looking at the gorgeous Blue Ridge Mountains.  The population in Bedford County is approximately 60,500 with 8,500 Forest residents. While we don't have a town center or common, there are several established neighborhoods in Forest including: Ivy Hill, Lake Vista, Forest Lakes, Kensington, Brookstone, Farmington, Cedar Rock, Meadow Wood & Hooper Woods to name a few. One of our most famous residences is Thomas Jefferson's summer home Poplar Forest. Shopping Centers include: Graves Mill Shopping Center, Cavalier Corner & Forest Square Shopping Center. These are some of t... 11/01/2009

What a great way to spend an afternoon in Bedford County, Virginia! The 13th annual Chili Cook-off took place today at the Sedalia Center in Big Island. Even with an overcast sky and threat of rain, there was a great turnout and an impressive variety of Chili to sample with 35 participating teams. Music was provided by Work Release and the rain held off long enough for us to try every one of the chili's. Check The Sedalia Center's website for upcoming events.         Visit www.moblyng.com to make your own!   .   1108 Sedalia School Road Big Island, Virginia 24526 434.299.5080 FAX 434.299.6463 Click the link for upcoming events in Bedford County, Virginia.     10/31/2009