Good morning, Lynchburg.

On Oct. 22, local organizers held the Holiday Hot Rod Round Up in Lynchburg—an event that delivered early Christmas cheer for kids with festive rides and surprises.

St. John's Episcopal Church will host a free Haunted Halloween Concert on Friday, October 24 at 7 p.m. that will feature an organ performance by Peggy Gaas Howell, narration by Bill Bodine, and music by both the youth and church choirs — attendees are invited to wear costumes and an offering will be taken during the event.

The Lynchburg Film Festival will be held on Oct.

25 at the Historic Academy Theatre — it will show 40 films from local and international filmmakers who are eager to share their work. Organizers say the event will help local artists build connections and gain ideas for new projects.

An operator was chosen to manage the new Lynchburg amphitheater—this decision came after a detailed review process.

The venue will host local concerts and community events and is set to open later this year.

The Boones Mill Fire Department has rejected an $850,000 tanker offer from Franklin County and asked for a custom tanker costing just over $1 million to meet its unique needs after its old tanker was totaled in an ice storm.

County officials say a custom truck would take years to build and urge the department to accept a standard model—leaving the funding dispute unresolved.

4th Annual Fall Festival

10 AM – 3 PM — The American Civil War Museum - Appomattox — Free entry — Celebrate the season with live music, food, and family-friendly activities in a historic setting.

Phil Vassar: 25 Years of Paradise Tour

7:30-10 p.m. — Historic Theatre at the Academy Center of the Arts — $39–$92 — Celebrate Phil Vassar’s enduring hits and vibrant performance at this special anniversary tour.

15th Annual Mabel Glass Craft Fair

9 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Heritage United Methodist Church — Free entry — Explore unique crafts and local creations at this beloved community fair.

Puccini’s Madame Butterfly

November 7-9 — Historic Theatre at the Academy Center of the Arts — $15-$240 — Experience the heart-wrenching tale of love and betrayal in one of opera's most beloved classics.

MARCUS 2025

8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. — Randolph College — Registration includes meals — Presenting undergraduate scholarship across various disciplines.

Virginia State Conference of Young People in AA

5-4 p.m. — Liberty Mountain Conference Center — Registration details available — A gathering for young people in AA focusing on community and support.

In Gratitude: A Tribute to Earth, Wind and Fire

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Historic Theatre at the Academy Center of the Arts — $20 – $58 — Experience the vibrant tribute to the legendary band with powerful performances and choreography.

Exploring the Gardner Heist and the Essence of Art

10 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Sydnor Performance Hall — Free entry — Delve into the infamous Gardner Museum heist and discover the enduring significance of art in American culture.