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September 2017
Mathews Market Days at the Bay School Community Arts Center
stop by and visit the Bay School Community Arts Center gallery. Their will be lots to see and purchase....this is a great opportunity to get a jump on your holiday shopping...September 8 & 9 please join us for kids activities also!
Find out more »19th Annual Fine Arts Auction Tickets and Donations
Saturday, September 23, 2017 at Samarkand on Woodas Creek. The catered event will feature a live and silent auction, offering collectible art, unique crafts by regional artisans, travel adventures and unusual gifts. All proceeds will support the school's programs and operation, enabling it to continue to offer over 150 classes per year for artists and craftsmen of all ages, and an outreach program for under-served populations in the area. If you are unable to attend, please consider making a donation…
Find out more »An Artist’s Journey – Reception
Formerly the Emerging Artists show, An Artist's Journey is an exhibition that is intended to celebrate the artistic growth of those who have taken classes at the Bay School Community Arts Center. Whether the individual is not yet ready to call themselves an artist or they have already sold several pieces, every artist has a journey and we want you to share yours with us! Anyone who has taken classes at the Bay School is eligible to submit work and…
Find out more »November 2017
Raw Earth Exhibition at Bay School
Our next exhibition, Raw Earth, opens on November 10th from 5-7pm. Featuring the works of seven female ceramists, Raw Earth will take a look at the myriad of ways that bits of often overlooked elements can be formed and fired to create beautiful artworks. The exhibition will continue through the end of the year, with new items appearing in the gallery as other pieces sell. Participating artists include: Nancy Sowder, Katherine Maloney, Jennifer Maloney, Patricia Silva-Santisteban, Martha Hayes, Mel Titus…
Find out more »Open Studio Tour
Celebrate our 16th Annual Made in Mathews Open Studio Tour and visit nine unique local artists in their studios where you can watch them at work and share their inspirations. Friday, November 24, 2017 10 am-5 pm Saturday, November 25, 2017 10 am-5 pm Sunday, November 26, 2017 Noon-5 pm Get complete details at: madeinmathews.net
Find out more »Holiday Open House
Holiday Open House, just in time for the holidays, The Art Speaks Gallery transforms into a holiday market, with vendors selling locally made, handcrafted items and folk art. November 24th & 25th, 10-5pm
Find out more »December 2017
Empty Bowls Charity Fundraiser
The Bay School and Hands Across Mathews are excited to be hosting our fourth annual Empty Bowls event. The hand-made bowls are starting to stack up on the shelves at the Bay School and more are being made as we speak. An incredible assortment of hand-made soups, breads, and cookies will be served during the event. Familiar potters and chefs will be joined by some new hands, both novice and expert. This is a ticketed event. Tickets may be reserved…
Find out more »February 2018
Altered: Exploring the Artwork of Patrick Andrews
I have learned to look at a piece of material and ,in addition to seeing it for what it was, seeing what it could become. I believe that is a primary goal of art. To teach us to look past the surface of, not just a piece of art, a person or situation, and see, not just who or what it is, but what they or it can become.” -Patrick Andrews Patrick’s work consists of as many repurposed objects as…
Find out more »Painted Perspectives
Painted Perspectives features the work of Toano artist, Bob Carlson, and Mathews artist, Rebecca Grow. When paired together, their pieces offer different perspectives on what is considered a “painting”, exploring both 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional space. Hours: Mon 9-1, Tues-Sat 10-4
Find out more »April 2018
6th Annual Art Speaks On The Bay Juried Exhibition
Join us Saturday, April 28, 4-6pm to open the show! Our annual juried art exhibition returns this year, with Joseph Seipel, former Dean of Virginia Commonwealth University’s School of Arts, as our judge/ juror and a $1,500 award for best in show! Opening reception and awards ceremony will take place on Saturday, April 28th from 4-6pm, and the gallery will be open until May 29th, 10am-4pm.
Find out more »June 2018
Mathews Community Yard Sale and Vintage Market
This year's annual Mathews Community Yard Sale will feature a Vintage Market across Main Street! Main Street Mathews & various county locations – Rain or shine!! Like the Post Office ~ nothing will stop the treasure shopping! Free Admission to Buyers! Saturday June 2nd, 2018 Yard Sale 8 am-1 pm Vintage Market 9 am - 2 pm Contact Janice Jones for more information: 804-815-9044 Vendor applications and maps will be available at MCVIC: 239 Main Street Mathews Vintage Market Map…
Find out more »70th Annual Gwynn’s Island Festival
Festival features live Music, Arts and Crafts, Antique Cars,Harley Davidson Motorcycle Parade, Food Vendors, Children’s Games with Extreme Obstacle Course and Face Painting
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