Events Search and Views Navigation
March 2019
Monthly Community Drum Circles & Off-Grid Open “No-Mic” Nights
Monthly Community Drum Circles & Off-Grid Open "No-Mic" Nights CA & J Farm- a Medicinal Herb & Egg Farm 7-9pm around the Bonfire $5 donation (after expenses, your donation benefits the Gloucester Mathews Humane Society) Drums furnished, Healthy Refreshments, A Gathering for All Ages/Kid Friendly. Details & questions- www.cajfarm.com 804-815-2839 Dates: March 29th; April 26th, May 17th, June 21st, July 19th, Aug. 16th, Sept. 20th, Oct. 25th, Nov. 15th
Find out more »April 2019
Mathews Farmers Market
The Mathews Farmers Market is located on the historic courthouse green in Mathews County, Virginia. Stroll among the historic village buildings as you shop from local vendors who specialize in fresh organic produce. Each month your senses will come alive from the seasonal array of wholesome fruits and vegetables, native plants, baked goods and handcrafted gifts presented at the Farmer’s Market. Be sure to check the calendar for Special Events and Gardening Demonstrations offered on any given Saturday. It is…
Find out more »Gloucester House and Garden Tour – Historic Garden Week in Virginia
Gloucester County's rich history dates from just after the settlement at Jamestown in 1607 and its role during the American Revolution was pivotal. The southern tip of the county’s peninsula extends into the York River and is directly across from Yorktown. This prime military vantage point is the location of one of our properties, Little England Farm, built in 1716. Visitors will enjoy access to additional private homes and grounds, including Sweetgrass, a low-country style home which looks across the…
Find out more »May 2019
Bay Quilters Guild
Bay Quilters meets the Second Thursday of Every Month at Westville Christian Church Bay Quilters Guild meets to learn new quilting skills, share information, display completed items or found treasures, and make quilts for various charitable organizations. During the calendar year, they hold classes, lectures, and a Mystery Quilt Retreat. The Guild sponsors an annual quilt show at the Mathews Public Library during Market Days (first weekend after Labor Day in September). Individual members take part in the May Faire…
Find out more »Tales as Old as Time Gala – Bayside Youth Ballet
Bayside Youth Ballet will present their annual Spring Gala, “Tales as Old as Time” on Sunday, May 19 at 2:00PM at the Harry M. Ward Auditorium at Mathews High School. The show will open with the very popular “Be Our Guest” from the Disney movie, Beauty and the Beast. The company will also be performing excerpts from the village scenes of the beloved classic Giselle, a favorite of the ballet company, as well as scenes from the fiery Spanish ballet, Don Quixote. Also included…
Find out more »September 2019
45th Annual Mathews Market Days
Come celebrate the 45th year of Mathews Market Days! This is the Mathews event of the year that you can't miss. This two day festival features hundreds of artisan and food vendors, parades, live music, dancing, kids activities, an antique car show, pet parade, contests, Saturday's Street Dance and much more. Walk around the historic court green and our small downtown to support our local organizations, businesses and artisans. Don't forget to attend the Party at the Wharf on Friday…
Find out more »December 2019
Farmers Christmas Market
Shop local this season! The Mathews Farmers Market will host a special market featuring a wide variety of unique Christmas gifts, decorations, and food on the Historic Courthouse Green. Stop by for a cup of hot cider and join us for a chance to support your local vendors and have some FUN.
Find out more »Christmas Drums at CA & J Farm!
Christmas Drums at CA & J Farm! Saturday, Dec. 14th 3:30-5:30pm (right after the Mathews Christmas Parade) Christmas Carols to the Djembe Drums around the Bonfire! $5 donation (after expenses, your donation benefits the Gloucester Mathews Humane Society) Healthy Refreshments & other activites! Enjoy the Festively Decorated Farm! A Gathering for All Ages/Kid Friendly. Details & questions- www.cajfarm.com 804-815-2839
Find out more »June 2020
Mathews Farmers Market
The Mathews Farmers Market, sponsored by the Mathews Main Street Committee, has been in existence for about 30 years. Located on Court Street on the Historic Courthouse Green in Mathews County, Virginia, the market is open 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. each Saturday from April through October. Food, flowers, and gifts galore! Our vendors feature a variety of fresh vegetables, along with homemade bread and bakery goods, eggs, and meat. In addition, our vendors offer plants, flowers (potted and bouquets),…
Find out more »August 2020
Sea Farms Seafood Festival
Mathews 2nd annual Sea Farms Seafood Festival is happening again and will be bigger than last year! Join us for a day of good seafood, music, vendors, and views at Williams Wharf in August. For more information about the Seafarms event, click here. Stay tuned for more information about purchasing your tickets in advance.
Find out more »October 2020
The 100 x 100 show in the Art Speaks Gallery
The 100 x 100 show in the Art Speaks Gallery runs from October 30-December 26th. It is a two month long show that kicks off holiday art shopping. All artwork is $100 or less. You can view and shop 100x100 online right now! Take advantage of the early viewing and shopping opportunity. All purchases will be available for pick up opening day October 30th or can be shipped. View and shop 100x100 online at https://www.bayschool-arts.com/pages/100-x-100-show or visit the Bay School.
Find out more »November 2020
Artist of the Month Exhibit
November Artist of the Month, Gayle Merrill’s exhibit will run through November 30. Gayle lives in Gloucester, Virginia, on the North River. She enjoys painting with the abundance of light in her home studio. Gayle’s oil paintings have an emphasis on light and color. Boats, landscapes, water reflections, flowers and sunlight are her main themes. A strong influence on her work has been Edward Hopper, whose favorite subject was “to paint sunlight on the side of a house” with some…
Find out more »
