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December 2022
Christmas at the Museum
JOIN THE MUSEUM FOR THE 3RD ANNUAL CHRISTMAS BAZAAR Friday and Saturday December 9th and 10th / 9:00 am - 5:00 pm both days at the Museum located at 200 Main Street; Mathews Courthouse. Please see the attached brochure for the complete details on this wonderful and festive seasonal event - P.s. Vendor booth locations within the Museum are available. Call for your spot today!~
Find out more »Christmas Farmers Market
A VERY MERRY Christmas FARMERS MARKET A Holiday Celebration of Unique Gifts, Handmade Goods, and Gourmet Delights. Sat., Dec. 10th 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Historic Courthouse Green Mathews, Virginia Sponsored by Mathews Main Street www.mathewsmainstreet.org
Find out more »Tompkins Cottage Museum Christmas Open House
Tompkins Cottage Museum Christmas Open House 43 Brickbat Rd. Sat., Dec. 10th 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Tompkins Cottage Museum Christmas Open House will be Saturday, December 10th as part of the Mathews Farmers Christmas Market. The Cottage will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Stop by for a tour and do some holiday shopping for the history buff in your family.
Find out more »Used Book Sale
Every Saturday 10:00-2:00, Orrell Building Book Store behind the Visitor's Center. Thousands of books — most are only $1 Learn more about the Friends of the Mathews Memorial Library: www.friendsofmathewslibrary.org Book Store: 725-0808
Find out more »Mathews Christmas Parade
The 2022 Mathews Christmas Parade will be held on Saturday, December 10th at 1:00 p.m. Parade Theme: "Fishing you a Merry Christmas!" Consider joining us in making this a memorable event for our community. A holiday favorite you don’t want to miss! Parade route from Thomas Hunter Middle School to Chesapeake Bank's NEW location (old Bank of America) Applications are available to pick up and drop off at the Mathews Visitor Center (239 Main Street) or send by mail to "Mathews Visitor…
Find out more »Once Upon A Christmas
Once Upon A Christmas A PJ Story Time Tues., Dec. 13, 6-7 pm Mathews Memorial Library Tonight belongs to the children! Santa has promised to pay a visit to this very special storytime event, all children up to age 6 are invited to pull on their PJs, grab their blanket and favorite teddy bear and come to the library to share in the magic of Christmas stories. Cookies and hot chocolate will be served.
Find out more »A Gift for Santa
A Gift for Santa Cookie Exchange Thurs., Dec. 15, 11 am-12 pm Mathews Memorial Library The taste of freshly baked cookies is one of the joys of Christmas, sharing this treat is part of the magic of the season. Bakers are invited to create their favorite cookie and share them with friends at the library’s Holiday Cookie Exchange. Each recipe will appear in the library’s annual cookie book. An extra bonus – a prize will be given for the best holiday…
Find out more »Do You Hear What I Hear?
Do You Hear What I Hear? Ambrosia Quartet Wed., Dec. 21, 4-5 pm Mathews Memorial Library The magic of the season will be found in the enchanted sounds of the Virginia Symphony Orchestra’s Ambrosia Quartet. An afternoon of light classics and holiday music ringing through the library will put attendees in the proper state of mind for celebrating. Those who attend will also enjoy traditional Christmas pudding and Wassail.
Find out more »March 2023
Used Book Sale
Every Saturday 10:00-2:00, Orrell Building Book Store behind the Visitor's Center. Thousands of books — most are only $1 Learn more about the Friends of the Mathews Memorial Library: www.friendsofmathewslibrary.org Book Store: 725-0808
Find out more »Jeff Little with Concerts by the Bay
Jeff Little is an award winning musician from the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. A remarkable pianist, Jeff has been recognized not only as a critically acclaimed musician, but an innovator in acoustic music. Travelling the country performing concerts with an energy and dedication to his music he continuously wows audiences. Performances include The Smithsonian Institution, The National Folk Festival, American Piano Masters, Merlefest, and many festivals, performing arts centers and music venues throughout the US. Jeff has been…
Find out more »April 2023
Judy Carmichael with Concerts by the Bay
Judy Carmichael is known for her swinging piano, sultry vocals, and sassy humor! Grammy nominated pianist/singer/songwriter/radio host, Judy is one of the world's leading interpreters of stride and swing piano. Count Basie nicknamed her "Stride" acknowledging the command with which she plays technically and physically demanding jazz piano style. Performing around the world with such stars as Melissa Etheridge, Leslie Garrett, Joel Grey, Michael Feinstein, Steve Ross, and the Smothers Brothers, her talent does not stop on the performance stage.…
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