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🎉 Welcome our new board members! |
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| | 🍂 October was packed with fun workshops, festivals, and special guests—including Jeremy Houghton, Britain’s Royal Artist in Residence. |
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| 🧘♀️ Yoga, Open Studio, and Family Story & Craft Time at The BEAR. |
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| | 💌 Upcoming community grants supporting music, harvest festivals, and more! |
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| Welcome Our New 2025 - 2026 Board MembersWe’re thrilled to introduce thenewest members of the BCAA Board |
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| Terrell McDermidCommunications |
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| Terrell McDermid divides her time between Warm Springs and Washington, D.C.. She first became connected to BCAA in the late 1980s when her mother volunteered for the Art Show. After a career in sales, marketing, and real estate, she retired in 2018 and now enjoys painting, collecting art, traveling, visiting museums, cooking, and spending time with her husband, John. She’s delighted to join the BCAA Board and contribute to its mission of supporting the arts in Bath County.
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| Cathy McGehee, of Richmond, VA, recently retired as Head of School at Foxcroft School in Middleburg, where she led major initiatives including two strategic plans, a campus master plan, and a successful $79.9 million Centennial Campaign. Before Foxcroft, she spent 19 years at St. Catherine’s School, serving as Director of the Upper School. Cathy currently serves on the boards of St. Catherine’s School and the Virginia Association of Independent Schools, and has been active in organizations such as the International Coalition of Girls’ Schools and the Garth Newel Music Center. A graduate of Vanderbilt University, William & Mary, and the University of Richmond, Cathy and her husband Read fell in love with Bath County through Camp Mont Shenandoah, where their daughters were campers and counselors, and now enjoy their home in Warm Springs. |
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| Betsy RegnellArt Show - Volunteers |
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| Betsy Regnell and her husband, Tom, live in Alexandria and have been visiting Hot Springs for over 35 years. She is a James Madison University graduate and retired after a 36-year career leading national sales teams with LexisNexis.
An avid hiker and pickleballer, Betsy is active in the Hunting Creek (GCV) and Warm Springs Valley Garden Clubs. A longtime Bath County Arts Association volunteer, Betsy has a deep appreciation for the arts and community engagement, also supporting Meals on Wheels, the Child and Family Network Centers, and her neighborhood association. |
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Rachel Withrow, her husband Joe, and their two children, Madison and Isaiah, live in Hot Springs, VA. She is the Senior Catering Sales Manager at The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa and brings thirteen years of professional experience in the hospitality industry, specializing in wedding sales and event logistics.
In addition to her career, Rachel serves as a leader for a homeschooling co-op in Clifton Forge, VA, where she manages communications for classes serving students from nursery through high school.
Rachel enjoys spending time with her family, hiking, river floats, exercising, and creating fun opportunities with friends. She looks forward to contributing to programs at The BEAR and in the community to help expand access to arts and education.
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| Rachel WithrowGrants and Art Show |
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| OCTOBER RECAP
at The BEARA Month of Creativity & Community |
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Workshops, talks, story time, art, and fun — October had it all!
We’re so grateful to everyone who joined us at The BEAR this month.
Take a look at our photo gallery to relive the highlights — a little taste of all the ways we’ve been making, learning, and connecting this fall.
Come be part of what’s next! |
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| UPCOMING EVENTS
at The BEARNew Regular Programs (Starting this week!) |
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| BUY TICKETS
Upcoming Workshops & Speaker Series |
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Saturday, November 8th at 6:00 pm John Bullard – “Bach, Banjos and the Hero’s Journey” |
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| Saturday, November 15 at 1:00 pm Beginning Fused Glass Nightlight Class with Janis Peery |
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We hope to expand our hours in the future, but for now, we can’t wait to welcome you on weekends. Stop in to explore the space and learn more about what’s ahead! READ MORE ABOUT THE BEAR
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| Interested in volunteering with The BEAR?Fill out a quick form, and we’ll be in touch soon. We can’t wait to hear from you! |
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| | Community SpotlightCornelia Hodges |
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| BCAA would like to spotlight community member Cornelia Hodges (@cuneya), a movement artist and community arts advocate based in Warm Springs. As Executive Director of Living Arts Gathering, Cornelia leads immersive events that bring together movement, music, visual arts, and storytelling. This year, The BEAR was proud to host part of the gathering which helped create spaces for our community to connect, create, and be inspired.
Cornelia also leads the efforts for Troddenvale at Oakley Farm, crafting cider that reflects the land and history of the Warm Springs Valley. Troddenvale is also the home to the wonderful Foodlore Fridays that was built by a community of farmers and offers an outstanding experience for food, drink, community and connectivity.
Her work, whether through dance, community events, or sustainable practices, celebrates creativity, curiosity, and the power of art to bring people together.
Above all, she’s an amazing mom to her two children, sharing with them the same passion and heart that make her such a cherished member of our community. |
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| | Upcoming 2025 BCAA grant-supported events |
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| BCAA is proud to support programs that bring the arts to life in Bath County. |
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Redo Chamber Harvest Festival – Nov 8 |
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Nature Play Closes – Nov 13
The magic of nature is REAL! Check out kids exploring, learning, and having fun. |
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Save the Date
for the 2026 Art ShowJUNE 27th – JULY 5th 2026 |
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61st Bath County Art Show |
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| We’re already looking ahead to the 61st Bath County Art Show, coming next summer!
Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 27 through Sunday, July 5, 2026. The Preview Party is planned for Friday, June 26, and the date for Community Night is to be determined as we work to align it with the holiday schedule.
Each year, the Art Show comes to life thanks to the creativity, dedication, and support of our artists, volunteers, and community. As we prepare for our 61st show, we’re honored to carry on this Bath County tradition and can’t wait to welcome you back next summer. |
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| | | | | Support the Arts in Bath County |
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| Your donation helps BCAA bring creativity, connection, and year-round programming to our community. Every contribution makes a difference. |
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| | Follow Along + Spread the Word |
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| Look for updates about BCAA, The Art Show & The BEAR. Follow us on social media and help us reach new artists, neighbors, and friends |
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