BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Mathews County Visitor Center - ECPv6.16.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:Mathews County Visitor Center
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://visitmathews.com
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Mathews County Visitor Center
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/New_York
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20190310T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20191103T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20200308T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20201101T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20210314T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20211107T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20220313T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20221106T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:UTC
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+0000
TZOFFSETTO:+0000
TZNAME:UTC
DTSTART:20180101T000000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211204T130000
DTSTAMP:20260513T120052
CREATED:20211203T185428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211203T185428Z
UID:12365-1638612000-1638622800@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:2021 Mathews Market Days Poster Sale
DESCRIPTION:The Mathews Market Days Committee is proud to present the artwork of the late Mr. W. Langley Deagle\, Sr. featured on this year’s Mathews Market Days poster.\nLangley was a graduate of Mathews High School\, a graphic artist for the Naval Weapons Station\, and also known for having painted the names on many boats in and around the Mathews County area. His work expanded from on boats to paintings on canvas\, drawings on paper\, and more\, primarily showcasing his love for birds and the Chesapeake Bay. The 2021 Mathews Market Days poster features Langley’s painting of a local buyboat\, the “Lavenia H.”\n\nMrs. Janet Deagle will be present on Saturday\, December 4th from 10 AM – 1 PM along with some of their children to honor Langley’s artwork and legacy during the first sale of this year’s poster.\n\nThere will be 175 posters available for sale with a limited number signed.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/2021-mathews-market-days-poster-sale/
LOCATION:Bay School Community Arts Center\, 279 Main Street \, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Market Days Committee":MAILTO:mathewsmarketdays@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211126T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211126T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T120052
CREATED:20200217T173418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211119T183625Z
UID:9386-1637920800-1637946000@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Made in Mathews Open Studio Tour
DESCRIPTION:2021 Open Studio Tour Weekends:\nFriday\, November 26th\, 2021 10 am-5 pm\nSaturday\, November 27th\, 2021 10 am-5 pm\nSunday\, November 29th\, 2021\, Noon – 5 pm\nSaturday\, December 4th\, 2021 10am-5pm\nSunday\, December 5th\, 2021 \nYour favorite annual Thanksgiving tour is growing! Artists open their studios these weekends throughout Mathews and you can take a driving tour of the county and experience art demonstrations\, and shop various art forms such as pottery\, jewelry\, paintings\, woodworks\, and more. The Open Studio Tour will now be offered the weekend after Thanksgiving\, and first weekend of December where you can visit the studios of nearly a dozen talented Mathews artisans. \nGet some of your holiday shopping done by supporting local and #shoppingsmall. \nFind out more information about the MIM Open Studio Tour Here.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/made-in-mathews-open-studio-tour/
LOCATION:Mathews Visitor Center\, 239 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Shows,Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Front Page Featured
ORGANIZER;CN="Made in Mathews Open Studio Tour":MAILTO:melanieprocopio@msn.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211120T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211120T130000
DTSTAMP:20260513T120052
CREATED:20190321T234721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211119T183505Z
UID:8200-1637398800-1637413200@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Holiday Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Holiday Farmers Market\nNovember 20th\, 2021\n9am-1pm\nHistoric Courthouse Green \nShop 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. \nOur vendors will be well spaced out and we ask that everyone attending please follow all the CDC guidelines and precautions including wearing a mask and using hand sanitizer.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/holiday-farmers-market-2/
LOCATION:Mathews Historic Courthouse\, 27 Court Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Food & Drink,Outdoor
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/vegetables-2707860_960_720-e1575654638685.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211001T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211001T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T120052
CREATED:20211013T134127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211013T134127Z
UID:12222-1633075200-1633107600@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Gallery Artist of the Month - Chris Jeanguenat
DESCRIPTION:The October artist of the month in the Art Speaks gallery is artist Chris Jeanguenat. Chris describes herself as an Illustrator. Each of her paintings tells a story and beckons the viewer to imagine themselves as part of that story. She primarily uses chalk mineral paint as her painting medium. Many of Chris’s paintings are framed in beautiful ornate antique frames that she finds and pairs perfectly with her paintings. There is a wide variety of Chris’s work in her exhibit this month; miniature paintings\, larger paintings\, furniture\, prints\, notecards and functional art. Chris shares her home in Suffolk with her husband\, youngest son and two sweet Pit Bulls. Her art work can be seen in literary magazines\, art magazines such as Creative Chalk Painting\, and used for art lessons for children in England. Chris is currently a regular contributor for “Painting World Magazine” as a writer and cover artist. October 1st-31st\, Monday-Saturday 10am to 4pm
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/gallery-artist-of-the-month-chris-jeanguenat/
LOCATION:Bay School Community Arts Center\, 279 Main Street \, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Shows,Arts & Cultural
ORGANIZER;CN="Bay School Comunity Arts Center":MAILTO:pamdoss@bayschool-arts.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210925T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210925T200000
DTSTAMP:20260513T120052
CREATED:20210323T182055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210727T172209Z
UID:11277-1632582000-1632600000@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Mathews Seafood Festival
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 25th\nWilliams Wharf Landing\, 3pm-8pm\nAbout the Festival\nEnjoy all-you-can-eat seafood and BBQ. Additional drink tickets sold separately at the beer/wine vendor. \nThere will be live music against the beautiful back drop of the East River. The festival also features local craft vendors so make sure you bring cash as there will be no cards or ATM’s available at the Wharf! \nThis year’s band features Good Shot Judy and Rip Tide Band! \nPurchase your Tickets
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-seafood-festival/
LOCATION:Williams Wharf\, 1039 Williams Wharf Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Food & Drink,Live Music,Outdoor
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/seafarms-festival.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210911T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210911T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T120052
CREATED:20210323T183225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210831T192127Z
UID:11279-1631350800-1631379600@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:CANCELLED Mathews Market Days
DESCRIPTION:2021 EVENT CANCELLED\nRead Event Cancellation Press Release \nCome celebrate the 46th year of Mathews Market Days! This is the Mathews event of the year that you can’t miss. This festival will be featured one day this year\, featuring dozens of artisans\, food vendors\, live entertainment\, 5k Race\, an antique car show\, pet parade\, and more. Walk around the historic court green and our small downtown to support our local organizations\, businesses and artisans. \nFind out more information about Mathews Market Days or visit their website: mathewsmarketdays.org \nPhoto credit: Mike Hazelwood
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-market-days-3/
LOCATION:Mathews Historic Courthouse\, 27 Court Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Shows,Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Food & Drink,Live Music,Outdoor
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/IMG_3008.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Market Days Committee":MAILTO:mathewsmarketdays@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210819T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210819T200000
DTSTAMP:20260513T120052
CREATED:20210803T170552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210803T170552Z
UID:11907-1629392400-1629403200@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Backyard Summer Steam
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our second backyard fundraising bash here at the Bay School! The Seafood Shack is serving dinner from their truck and we’ll have beer from Gloucester Brewing Company and music by Suite 101. \nThis is a family-friendly event so bring the kids! We’ll have live music for dancing and yard games and art activities to keep everyone busy. Adult tickets are $45\, children 6-12 are $15\, and children 5 and under are free. Volunteer for the event and get your ticket for $25!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/backyard-summer-steam/
LOCATION:Bay School Community Arts Center\, 279 Main Street \, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Food & Drink
ORGANIZER;CN="Bay School Comunity Arts Center":MAILTO:pamdoss@bayschool-arts.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210714T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210714T203000
DTSTAMP:20260513T120052
CREATED:20210629T172339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T172339Z
UID:11799-1626282000-1626294600@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Red\, White & Blue BBQ @ Bay School
DESCRIPTION:To Support the Arts in Mathews\nWe’re Having a Hometown Picnic\nIn the Bay School Back Yard \nJuly 14\, 5:00-8:30PM\nJoin Bay School for a family-friendly bash to support the arts in Mathews. Scoot’s is serving BBQ and Gloucester Brewing Company will be here\, too.\nThere will be live music for dancing\, yard games\, and art activities to keep everyone busy.\nAdult Tickets are $35\, children 6-12 are $10\, and children 5 and under are free.\nMore information and tickets are available online. \n 
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/red-white-blue-bbq-bay-school/
LOCATION:Bay School Community Arts Center\, 279 Main Street \, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Shows,Arts & Cultural,Food & Drink,Live Music,Outdoor
ORGANIZER;CN="Bay School Comunity Arts Center":MAILTO:pamdoss@bayschool-arts.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210515T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210515T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T120052
CREATED:20210310T195904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210323T190815Z
UID:10922-1621065600-1621098000@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:2021 Tour de Chesapeake
DESCRIPTION:May 15th Weekend\n\n\n\nregister now!\n\n\n\nRegistration is now open! This year will feature 3 routes with 80 miles of country roads with views of farmland\, mash\, waterfront and beaches. Register in advance\, walkups will not be available this year. \nDue to the COVID-19 pandemic\, certain events during the weekend may be impacted or cancelled due to public health safety concerns. \nVisit tourdechesapeake.org for more information about this fun-filled Virginia Cycling Event! \n \n 
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/2021-tour-de-chesapeake/
LOCATION:Thomas Hunter Middle School\,  387 Church Street\, Mathews\, VA\,  23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Food & Drink,Front Page Featured,Outdoor,Sports
ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Land Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mathewslandconservancy.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210507T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210507T200000
DTSTAMP:20260513T120052
CREATED:20210426T170939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210426T170939Z
UID:11501-1620410400-1620417600@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Paint Night at Zoll Vineyards
DESCRIPTION:WINE BOTTLE PAINT NIGHT\n \nWant to create a gift for your mother or grandmother that she can cherish forever? How about a custom lighted wine bottle that you have painted for her? She will love it! The price for this event is $20 per person. Drinks and food are not included . this is a kid friendly event\, so children are welcome to come and paint!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/paint-night-at-zoll-vineyards/
LOCATION:Zoll Vineyards\, 10309 Vineyard Rd.\, Dutton\, VA\, 23050\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Educational
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210424T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210424T200000
DTSTAMP:20260513T120052
CREATED:20210420T170533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210420T170533Z
UID:11459-1619287200-1619294400@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Dragonfly Drum Circle
DESCRIPTION:Dragonfly Drum Circle\nCA & J Farm\nA Music Farm!\nSaturday\, April 24th\, 6-8pm\nDetails on the Music at the Farm page\nwww.cajfarm.com
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/dragonfly-drum-circle/
LOCATION:C.A. & J Farms\, 5620 East River Rd.\, Foster\, VA\, 23056\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Live Music,Outdoor
ORGANIZER;CN="C.A. & J Farm":MAILTO:cajfarm@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210424T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210424T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T120052
CREATED:20210420T170323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210420T170431Z
UID:11456-1619262000-1619283600@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Wellness Day at the Farm!
DESCRIPTION:Wellness Day at the Farm!\nCA & J Farm\nAn Educational Herb Farm\nSaturday\, April 24th\, 11-5\nSaturday\, May 22nd\, 11-5\nFamily Activities all day\nChicks & Ducklings Hatching!\nDetails on the Farm Event page\nwww.cajfarm.com
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/wellness-day-at-the-farm/
LOCATION:C.A. & J Farms\, 5620 East River Rd.\, Foster\, VA\, 23056\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Health & Fitness,Outdoor
ORGANIZER;CN="C.A. & J Farm":MAILTO:cajfarm@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210417T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210417T173000
DTSTAMP:20260513T120052
CREATED:20200211T203333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210211T131554Z
UID:9210-1618651800-1618680600@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Gloucester/Mathews House and Garden Tour
DESCRIPTION:Gloucester-Mathews   \nPeaceful\, historic\, coastal!! Gloucester and Mathews Counties date back to 1651 and boast historic downtowns that offer walking tours\, shopping\, dining\, art galleries and charming B&Bs. Reflecting the maritime heritage of this Chesapeake Bay community\, all of the homes and gardens on tour are situated on the pristine waters of the lower Chesapeake Bay. Tour four historic homes and historic Ware Church. Included are an elegant home considered “the jewel of Tidewater”\, a humble 18th century icehouse turned riverfront home\, a stately Federal home along Main St.\, and a craftsman-style home built by a sea captain. Spend the day or the weekend for a taste of authentic coastal living.  \nSaturday\, April 17\, 2021  Historic Garden Week\n2 tour sessions: \n9:30 AM to 1:30 PM or 1:30 PM to 5:30 PM \n\nHosted by \nThe Garden Club of Gloucester \nChair\nLynne Bohon Manning (919) 880-2329\ngloucester@vagardenweek.org \nCo-Chair\nPam Driggs (804) 815-4418 \nTickets: $40 pp. Due to COVID\, the tour will be split into morning and afternoon tours.  Ticketholders will have four hours to complete the entire tour of four homes – either 9:30 to 1:30 or 1:30 to 5:30. Tickets will be capped at 160 tickets for the morning tour and 160 tickets for the afternoon tour. Tickets will not be available at headquarters or at the homes and are only available in advance at www.vagardenweek.org.    \nTour Headquarters: Ware Episcopal Church\, 7825 John Clayton Memorial Hwy\, Gloucester\, VA 23061. Maps available on tour day. \nLunch: Pre-order $15 box lunches from Nuttall Country Store by calling (804) 693-3067 or emailing nuttallstore@gmail.com by Thursday\, April 15\, 4 PM. Lunches will be available for pick-up at either Nuttall Country Store (all day) or at Ware Episcopal Church from 12:30 to 1:30 PM day of tour.  A covered open-air structure at Ware Church is available for seating with picnic tables. \nFacilities: Available at all homes and Ware Episcopal Church headquarters. \nParking: Free parking available at headquarters and on-site at all four homes: Toddsbury\, Cherokee\, Weston Hall\, and Palace Green. \n\nSpecial Activities:   \n\nGloucester Extension Master Gardeners will be available for guided tours of Brent & Becky’s Bulbs Chesapeake Bay-friendly gardens from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Brent & Becky’s Bulbs is located at 7900 Daffodil Lane\, Gloucester\, VA 23061.  \nArts on Main\, 6580 Main St.\, Gloucester will be having a special exhibit\, Bird’s Eye Point of View by ceramicist Dianne Hottenstein from 12 noon to 5 PM.\nBay School Community Arts Center\, 279 Main St.\, Mathews will be having a Contemporary Folk Art exhibition featuring regional artists from 10 AM to 4 PM. \nArcheological excavation and demonstration on the grounds of Palace Green performed by Dr. David A. Brown and Thane H. Harpole of the Fairfield Foundation. \nBartlett Tree Experts seedling table at Cherokee. Free tree seedlings to 160 visitors between 12 noon and 3 PM. \nArcheological display on the east lawn of Toddsbury prepared by the Fairfield Foundation. \nNationally known local plein-air artist\, Dorothy Fagan\, painting on-site at Weston Hall. \n\nTicket includes admission to the following 5 properties: \nWare Episcopal Church: headquarters\n7825 John Clayton Memorial Hwy.\, Gloucester \nWare Parish Church is a historic Episcopal church located in Gloucester County\, Virginia. Founded in 1652\, it is one of the oldest surviving parish churches in the Commonwealth. Why the name Ware Parish? There’s no clear answer other than that the Ware River is nearby. The parish was formed after the execution of Charles I in England and before Charles II was crowned king. During this period the offices of the Bishop of London and The Book of Common Prayer were abolished. Yet the colony in Virginia remained loyal to the monarchy. In the parish’s earliest days\, they worshiped on Ware Neck near Glen Roy Plantation. Tradition and research by the Rev’d William Byrd Lee\, 12th rector of Ware\, indicated that the church was completed circa 1690. \nDirections to Ware Episcopal Church: from George Washington Memorial Hwy. (Rt. 17) North or South\, follow signs at Gloucester Courthouse to John Clayton Memorial Hwy. (Rt. 14E). In 1.0 mile you will see the church parking lot on the right. Due to rural driving conditions\, GPS and Google Maps may or may not work. Maps are available at HQ on the day of tour and at vagardenweek.org.  \nCherokee\n7887 Berkshire Lane\, Gloucester \nCherokee started life as a typical 18th century icehouse; a circular two-story tower with brick walls 8” thick.  Dirt was piled around them to about halfway up to provide insulation for the ice kept inside. In 1922\, William Fleet Taliaferro and his wife Elizabeth converted the icehouse into a lovely retirement dwelling.  They added a front door on the river side\, grand windows\, and an addition to include bathroom\, kitchen and dining room.  The “round room” on the first floor became their living room\, and the house was named Cherokee for the roses that grew there.   \nCherokee is a gracious home with magnificent views of the North River.  The circular first floor room is the dining room\, with a perfectly round table in the center.  An earlier expansion of the house created an intimate interior courtyard garden which has since become a light-filled space for Mrs. Merrill’s art studio.  Visitors will enjoy seeing her vibrant floral paintings\, as well as collections of art\, hand-blown glass bottles\, decoys\, and steins.  Other notable features include a grandfather clock from the 1700’s and a vintage slot machine.  With its history as a humble icehouse\, Cherokee is a singular experience.  \nToddsbury\n8777 Toddsbury Lane\, Gloucester \nToddsbury is an ancient 17th-century family home\, acknowledged as the “Mother House” of the North River.  Of the original land grant\, made to English sea captain Thomas Todd in 1652\, one-hundred acres remain.  Built of brick\, facing the river\, the original house dates from 1658.  Additions in 1690\, 1720\, 1782 and 1948 complete the L-shaped gambrel-roofed structure seen today.  An outstanding and substantial example of an early Tidewater domestic structure\, Toddsbury is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a Virginia Historic Landmark.  The interiors boast extremely fine early 18th-century paneling\, unique carved “keystones” over the windows\, and brick linenfold jack arches above the earliest entrances. The garden wall dates from the 1690’s and contains an acre square. \nThe nearly mile-long riverfront with its enormous willow oaks overlooks the longest southern exposure on the North River. The half-mile tree-lined approach to the house leads to the orchard\, walled garden\, carriage house\, guest house\, horse paddocks\, barn and wharf.  Archaeology on the east lawn\, and specimens of rare “Gloucester Hickory” exchanged with Jefferson for planting at Monticello\, enhance the grounds. The visitor is richly rewarded in touring this finely preserved home\, known as “The Jewel of Tidewater”. Toddsbury was last open in 1988. \nPalace Green\n596 Main Street\, Mathews \nPalace Green sits well back from Main Street in Mathews behind a sweeping lawn dappled by the shade of mature trees. The exact age of this stately home is unclear but the lunette window high under the roof peak matches several others elsewhere in Mathews which can be reliably dated c. 1835. The current owners are part of the Cooke family which entered the long history of the house around 1918 when Giles Buckner Cooke purchased the home. He had been a Confederate Army officer\, educator and Episcopal minister. By 1920\, he was the last living member of Robert E. Lee’s wartime staff. His son\, John Warren Cooke\, was born in 1915 and grew up to be a politician and newspaper publisher. John Warren Cooke’s daughter and her husband are the current owners and third generation of the Cooke family to live here.  In the room to the left of the entry hall visitors can see Giles Cooke’s writing desk as well as a fine portrait of John Warren Cooke by portrait artist David Silvette dating from Cooke’s years as the Speaker of the Virginia House of Delegates. Palace Green has an extensive collection of family antiques and a captivating art collection. The charming waterfront guest cottage will also be open. Palace Green was last open in 1992.  \nWeston Hall\n465 Weston Hall Road\, Port Haywood  \nWeston Hall enjoys magnificent views of the East River and beyond to the Mobjack Bay. Massive trees grace the sweeping lawn. There is a view across Mill Creek to nearby Poplar Grove and its original tide mill\, the last one remaining in the Mobjack area. Weston Hall was built by Capt. Clarence Kirwan between 1900-1919. Legend has it that no construction was allowed to take place while the captain was at sea. Pine timber from the property was used for floors and doors. The sturdy-looking Arts and Crafts-style exterior belies the light and airy feeling of the rooms within. Built to resemble the layout of a ship\, the wide entry hall is fifty feet long and sweeps from the land side entrance to the water side. Large light-filled rooms with high ceilings provide an open and sunny ambiance which serve as a backdrop for the art collection and the artfully chosen decor. The homeowner is a painter and her artist’s touch is apparent throughout the home and garden. The recently renovated guest house will also be open for tour. Weston Hall was last open in 2002.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/gloucester-mathews-house-and-garden-tour/
LOCATION:Christ Episcopal Church\, Christ Episcopal Church\, 320 Williams Wharf Rd.\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Front Page Featured,Outdoor
ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Garden Week":MAILTO:Gloucester@vagardenweek.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210410T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210410T163000
DTSTAMP:20260513T120052
CREATED:20210402T193920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210402T193920Z
UID:11403-1618047000-1618072200@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Raku Firing Fundraiser Tickets
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY\, APRIL 10 (rain date April 17)\nThere are 18 time slots throughout the day\, YOU MUST BUY A TICKET FOR A SPECIFIC TIME SLOT!  \n4 spots are available for each time slot.  \nExpect to spend about two hours with us. \nTickets are $30 each. Here is how it works! Check in at your appointed time\, and you’ll be directed to a glazing station\, where you get to glaze a bowl made by a member of the Clay by the Bay Ceramics Guild. A Guild member will be there to assist you to apply glazes provided by Summer Haze Pottery. About half an hour after you start\, it will be time to put your bowl in the kiln! The firing process takes place right before your eyes\, in about 45 minutes. There’s not much to see while it fires\, so buy a Mug Madness mug\, grab a cup of coffee or cocoa\, bid on amazing raku pottery by Sue Henshaw (all fired at Summer Haze Pottery)\, and browse the Art Speaks Gallery while you wait. Make sure you are back outside to see your bowl come out of the kiln\, red-hot and glowing! You’ll want to snap a picture of that! The bowl will be placed in a metal trash can\, lined with newspaper\, which will be set ablaze from the heat of the bowl. The lid goes on\, and the smoke from the dowsed flames and the loss of oxygen – called reduction – makes the magic happen with the glaze. In about 15 minutes\, we’ll pull your bowl out\, quench it in water to cool it\, and wipe it off for you to take home! More photo opps here :). \nThe first firing of the day will feature some special pots Martha has made for us. These will be auctioned along with Sue’s pieces. \nThe entire process\, except when you visit our beautiful gallery\, will take place outdoors. We will ask that you wear a mask when working with our guild members under the tents\, and when claiming your pot. Clean paintbrushes will be available when you are glazing your pot. Optional rubber gloves will also be available when you check in. Stations will be cleaned between participants. Please keep safely socially distant from people not in your party. And have fun!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/raku-firing-fundraiser-tickets/
LOCATION:Bay School Community Arts Center\, 279 Main Street \, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural
ORGANIZER;CN="Bay School Comunity Arts Center":MAILTO:pamdoss@bayschool-arts.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210129T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210129T160000
DTSTAMP:20260513T120052
CREATED:20210201T143709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210201T143709Z
UID:10754-1611914400-1611936000@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:The Celebrating Black Art show
DESCRIPTION:The Celebrating Black Art show in the Art Speaks Gallery runs from January 29th through February 22nd. There are a total of 8 talented artists participating in this show. Many of the participating artists are new exhibitors to the Art Speaks Gallery. Others such as Bernadette Goudelock and Susan Drew Hayhurst have exhibited in the Art Speaks on the Bay Juried Exhibition. Celebrating Black Art will showcase artwork by Black artists and artwork depicting Black culture. All artists that enter and exhibit in Art Speaks Gallery are either local or regional artists. Come by and enjoy the expressive artwork in this exhibit.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/the-celebrating-black-art-show/
LOCATION:Bay School Community Arts Center\, 279 Main Street \, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Shows,Arts & Cultural,Front Page Featured
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Drew-Two-Women-Two-Walks.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Bay School Comunity Arts Center":MAILTO:pamdoss@bayschool-arts.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201212T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201212T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T120052
CREATED:20201114T152908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201114T152908Z
UID:10641-1607763600-1607785200@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:December Artisan Market & Holiday Open House
DESCRIPTION:Did you forget that special gift for that special someone? Well here is the perfect opportunity to do a little last minute Christmas shopping. We have 5 different vendors featuring Hand painted Christmas gifts\, pottery\, watercolors\, jewelry and much more.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/december-artisan-market-holiday-open-house/
LOCATION:Bay School Community Arts Center\, 279 Main Street \, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Shows,Arts & Cultural
ORGANIZER;CN="Bay School Comunity Arts Center":MAILTO:pamdoss@bayschool-arts.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201101T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201101T160000
DTSTAMP:20260513T120052
CREATED:20201111T142029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201111T142029Z
UID:10602-1604224800-1604246400@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Artist of the Month Exhibit
DESCRIPTION: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 of his main subjects being seascapes and rural landscapes. Also\, the colors and layers of paint that the impressionist\, Claude Monet\, used are important in her work. To view and shop Gayle’s collection online visit https://www.bayschool-arts.com/pages/november-artist-of-the-month-gayle-merrill or visit the Bay School Gallery.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/artist-of-the-month-exhibit/
LOCATION:Bay School Community Arts Center\, 279 Main Street \, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Shows,Arts & Cultural
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Davis-Creek-Marina3.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Bay School Comunity Arts Center":MAILTO:pamdoss@bayschool-arts.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201030T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201030T160000
DTSTAMP:20260513T120052
CREATED:20201111T141652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201111T141652Z
UID:10550-1604052000-1604073600@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:The 100 x 100 show in the Art Speaks Gallery
DESCRIPTION: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 100×100 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 100×100 online at https://www.bayschool-arts.com/pages/100-x-100-show or visit the Bay School.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/the-100-x-100-show-in-the-art-speaks-gallery/
LOCATION:Bay School Community Arts Center\, 279 Main Street \, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Shows,Arts & Cultural
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Pittman-Buttercup-Fields-2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Bay School Comunity Arts Center":MAILTO:pamdoss@bayschool-arts.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200822T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200822T200000
DTSTAMP:20260513T120052
CREATED:20200217T172638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200217T172638Z
UID:9383-1598108400-1598126400@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Sea Farms Seafood Festival
DESCRIPTION:Mathews 2nd annual Sea Farms Seafood Festival is happening again and will be bigger than last year! \nJoin us for a day of good seafood\, music\, vendors\, and views at Williams Wharf in August. \nFor more information about the Seafarms event\, click here. \nStay tuned for more information about purchasing your tickets in advance.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/sea-farms-seafood-festival/
LOCATION:Williams Wharf\, 1039 Williams Wharf Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Shows,Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Food & Drink,Front Page Featured,Live Music,Outdoor
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/seafarms-festival.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Sea Farms Seafood Shack":MAILTO:The Seafood Shack
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200613T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200613T130000
DTSTAMP:20260513T120052
CREATED:20200612T135617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200612T135617Z
UID:10076-1592038800-1592053200@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Mathews Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION: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. \nFood\, 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)\, handmade crafts\, clothing\, and jewelry. You are also likely to find handmade ceramics\, soaps\, yarns\, and various types of artwork. \nBring the entire family (including pets) for all to enjoy the pleasant social atmosphere. We also encourage everyone to check out the surrounding shops and restaurants in downtown Mathews\, all within easy walking distance of the market.  \n\nCOVID-19 Vendor and Customer Guidelines: \nVendor Guidelines \n\nVendors are required to wear a mask.\nVendors will be spaced 6-ft apart.\nVendors’ booths will be set up to prevent touching of multiple surfaces by customers.\nVendors will have hand sanitizer and cleaning products to meet all enhanced cleaning guidelines.\n\nCustomer Guidelines \n\nFace masks are recommended for all visitors to the market.\nCustomers enter the market at the corner of Church and Court Streets by the monument.\nCustomers abide by the 6-ft distancing guidelines and ask visitors not to assemble in groups in front of vendor booths or walkways.\nKeep children with you at all times.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-farmers-market-6/
LOCATION:Mathews Historic Courthouse\, 27 Court Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Food & Drink,Outdoor
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/market_mcvic.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191214T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191214T173000
DTSTAMP:20260513T120052
CREATED:20190313T223906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190314T182435Z
UID:8110-1576337400-1576344600@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Christmas Drums at CA & J Farm! 
DESCRIPTION:Christmas Drums at CA & J Farm! \nSaturday\, Dec. 14th 3:30-5:30pm (right after the Mathews Christmas Parade)\nChristmas Carols to the Djembe Drums around the Bonfire!\n$5 donation (after expenses\, your donation benefits the Gloucester Mathews Humane Society)\nHealthy Refreshments & other activites! Enjoy the Festively Decorated Farm!\nA Gathering for All Ages/Kid Friendly.  Details & questions-  www.cajfarm.com  804-815-2839
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/christmas-drums-at-ca-j-farm/
LOCATION:C.A. & J Farms\, 5620 East River Rd.\, Foster\, VA\, 23056\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Outdoor
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Christmas-Drum-Circle-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="C.A. & J Farm":MAILTO:cajfarm@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191214T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191214T130000
DTSTAMP:20260513T120052
CREATED:20190321T235428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190321T235428Z
UID:8202-1576314000-1576328400@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Farmers Christmas Market
DESCRIPTION: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. \nStop by for a cup of hot cider and join us for a chance to support your local vendors and have some FUN. \n 
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/farmers-christmas-market/
LOCATION:Mathews Historic Courthouse\, 27 Court Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Food & Drink,Outdoor
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Christmas-Market-logo_2018.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190906T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190907T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T120052
CREATED:20190226T200728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190529T172154Z
UID:8030-1567760400-1567875600@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:45th Annual Mathews Market Days
DESCRIPTION: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 night at Williams Wharf\, also! \nFind out more information about the festival: www.mathewsmarketdays.org \nPhoto credit: Mike Hazelwood
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/45th-annual-mathews-market-days/
LOCATION:Mathews Historic Courthouse\, 27 Court Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Food & Drink,Live Music,Outdoor
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/19959315_1613336805405774_7994434071967873022_n.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Market Days Committee":MAILTO:mathewsmarketdays@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190519T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190519T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T120052
CREATED:20190418T171838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190418T171916Z
UID:8444-1558274400-1558285200@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Tales as Old as Time Gala - Bayside Youth Ballet
DESCRIPTION: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 in the performance of jazz\, classical ballet\, modern and musical theater is a fun and quirky piece inspired by Bob Fosse’s musical “The Pajama Game” and excerpts from the timeless Jerome Robbins classic West Side Story\, as well as other exciting selections. \nWith 23 dancers ranging in age from 10 to 18\, new and exciting choreography\, and lavish costumes\, the program is sure to entertain audiences of all ages. \nTickets for the performance are $12 for adults and $7 for children under 10 and are available at Office Supply in Gloucester\, the Mathews Visitor Center and Diggs School of Dance in Gloucester or email baysideballet@gmail.com.  Tickets will also be available at the door. \nRAFFLE DURING GALA \nTickets are on sale now.    You can email us\,  visit Bayside Youth Ballet Facebook page to request tickets\, meet up with one of our BYB dancers\, or stop by Diggs School of Dance to purchase. Tickets are 1 for $5\, 3 for $10\, and 5 for $20. You have four options to select from on each ticket you purchase. \nA. New Kent Wine Trail for Two \nB. Dinner for Two Aboard the Spirit of Norfolk \nC. Wine Tasting for Eight at New Kent Winery \nD. Milwaukee Tools with m12 hackzall\, m12 cordless driver\, large set of extra bits\, and set of sawzall blades. \nWe will also have a Silent Auction the day of the performance with lots of items for everyone! More to come so stay tuned. \nBayside Youth Ballet is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization that presents full length ballets\, lecture demonstrations to area private and public schools and to community groups as well.  BYB will hold auditions for membership in June at Diggs School of Dance.  All dancers regardless of their studio affiliation are invited to participate.  For more information or to register for the audition call 804-694-59oo.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/tales-as-old-as-time-gala-bayside-youth-ballet/
LOCATION:Harry M. Ward Auditorium  – Mathews High School\, 9889 Buckley Hall Rd\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Youth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/0308-Rich-Mans-Frug.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Bayside Youth Ballet":MAILTO:byb@baysideyouthballet.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190509T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190509T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T120052
CREATED:20190507T231330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230206T141911Z
UID:8521-1557394200-1557403200@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Bay Quilters Guild
DESCRIPTION:Bay Quilters meets the Second Thursday of Every Month at Westville Christian Church \nBay 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 Arts & Crafts Competition (first Saturday in May). Everyone who quilts or who just plain loves looking at quilts is welcome. We look forward to meeting you!!!! \n 
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/bay-quilters-guild/
LOCATION:Westville Christian Church\, 261 Main St.\, Mathews\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/1557174278833blob.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190427T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190427T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T120052
CREATED:20190226T191243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190327T172452Z
UID:7997-1556359200-1556384400@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Gloucester House and Garden Tour – Historic Garden Week in Virginia
DESCRIPTION: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 Severn River to Warner Hall\, George Washington’s great-great-grandfather’s estate.  Also open is Belvinhem Quay\, which overlooks Timberneck Creek and boasts an extensive art collection.  Abingdon Episcopal Church\, the largest colonial church in Virginia and one of only eight built in the form of a Latin cross\, will be tour headquarters.  All properties are in the town of Hayes. \nHeadquarters at Abingdon Episcopal Church\, 4645 George Washington Memorial Hwy\, Hayes (White Marsh).  Lunches\, tours of the church\, live organ music\, tickets\, and local brochure with map are available on tour day. Abingdon’s Parish House will be open for lunchtime seating and the Abingdon organist will be playing in the church from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. \n  \nLunches \nNuttall Country Store is offering $12 pre-ordered box lunches available for pickup at tour headquarters.  Pre-order by calling 804-693-3067 or emailing nuttallstore@gmail.com by Friday\, April 19th. You may visit the store on Facebook: Nuttall Store. \nVA Blue Crab is offering $12 pre-ordered box lunches available for pickup at tour headquarters.  Pre-order box lunches by calling 804-694-7990 by Friday\, April 19th.  In addition\, their on-site food truck will serve crab cakes\, crab soup and other crab specialties from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at tour headquarters. You may visit the store on Facebook: VA Blue Crab Co. \nGumbeau’s Catering is offering French-countryside themed food including cheeses\, charcuterie\, French sandwiches such as croque monsieur\, soup and seasonal salads from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.at Brent & Becky’s Bulbs\, 7900 Daffodil Lane\, Gloucester 23061.  For more information\, please visit the store on Facebook:  Gumbeau’s Catering. \n  \nSpecial Events \nLemonade and cookies are complimentary and served from 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Belvinhem Quay.  Take the shuttle from Abingdon Elementary School. \nArt in the Garden will take place at Brent & Becky’s Bulbs from 10 am to 4 pm and will showcase art and garden vendors as well as plein air painters in the garden.  Brent & Becky’s Bulbs is located at 7900 Daffodil Lane\, Gloucester 23072. \nMaster Gardeners Tours are available of Brent & Becky’s Bulb’s Chesapeake-Bay-friendly gardens from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.  See address above. \n  \nHosted by the Garden Club of Gloucester \nFor questions please contact \nDurfee Betts\, Chair at (617) 448-3724 or Peggy Montgomery\, Co-Chair at (804) 516-5261 \nGloucester@vagardenweek.org \nGloucester tour details:  https://www.vagardenweek.org/main/tourdetails?id=395 \n  \nAdvance $35\, Day-of-Tour $45 \nTickets include admission to 4 tour locations. \nAdvance purchase at vagardenweek.org  Tickets available locally until April 24th at Angelwing Stationers\, Brent & Becky’s Bulbs\, Little England Mercantile\, and Mathews Visitor Center.  Cash or check only. \nDay-of-tour tickets available only at Headquarters by credit card\, cash or check.  Not sold at tour houses.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/gloucester-house-and-garden-tour-historic-garden-week-in-virginia/
LOCATION:Abingdon Episcopal Church\, 4645 George Washington Memorial Hwy\, Hayes\, VA\, 23072\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Food & Drink,History
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Gloucester_Little-England-.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Garden Week":MAILTO:Gloucester@vagardenweek.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190406T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190406T130000
DTSTAMP:20260513T120052
CREATED:20190207T220630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190321T222754Z
UID:7900-1554541200-1554555600@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Mathews Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION: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 what brings Saturday to life in Mathews! On Holiday Saturdays you will find entertainment and music. It’s all part of the regular fare at the market. Be sure to stop by the Community Tent for refreshments and fellowship provided by a local not-for-profit organization\, where you are sure to meet someone you know. \nMark your calendar for Special Holiday Markets:\nThanksgiving Farmers Market: November 23\, 2019 \nChristmas Farmers Market: December 14\, 2019 
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-farmers-market-5/
LOCATION:Courthouse Square\, Court St\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Food & Drink,Outdoor
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Farmers-Market_Community-Calendar-2019.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190329T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190329T210000
DTSTAMP:20260513T120052
CREATED:20190313T223128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190402T174422Z
UID:8096-1553886000-1553893200@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Monthly Community Drum Circles & Off-Grid Open "No-Mic" Nights
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Community Drum Circles & Off-Grid Open “No-Mic” Nights\nCA & J Farm- a Medicinal Herb & Egg Farm\n7-9pm around the Bonfire\n$5 donation (after expenses\, your donation benefits the Gloucester Mathews Humane Society) Drums furnished\, Healthy Refreshments\,\nA Gathering for All Ages/Kid Friendly.  Details & questions- www.cajfarm.com  804-815-2839\n\nDates:\nMarch 29th; April 26th\, May 17th\, June 21st\, July 19th\, Aug. 16th\, Sept. 20th\, Oct. 25th\, Nov. 15th
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/monthly-community-drum-circles-off-grid-open-no-mic-nights/
LOCATION:C.A. & J Farms\, 5620 East River Rd.\, Foster\, VA\, 23056\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Outdoor
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Drums.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="C.A. & J Farm":MAILTO:cajfarm@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190119T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190119T200000
DTSTAMP:20260513T120052
CREATED:20190103T025100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190103T025100Z
UID:7841-1547920800-1547928000@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:"Artsy with Christina" Barn Paint Night
DESCRIPTION:Come for a fun\, relaxing evening of painting! We will be painting a winter barn scene. Painting can be customized. Food/Drink Specials!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/artsy-with-christina-barn-paint-night/
LOCATION:The White Dog Bistro\, 68 Church St\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Shows,Arts & Cultural,Food & Drink
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Screenshot_20181225-084509_Facebook.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="White Dog Bistro":MAILTO:Tasteandsee@whitedogbistro.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190119T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190119T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T120052
CREATED:20181212T191803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181212T191803Z
UID:7793-1547892000-1547910000@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Artisan Pop Up Show
DESCRIPTION:Stop by and check out the many talents of our artisan pop up show! Pottery and more.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/artisan-pop-up-show/
LOCATION:Bay School Community Arts Center\, 279 Main Street \, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Shows,Arts & Cultural
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/pop-up-artisan-show.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Bay School Comunity Arts Center":MAILTO:pamdoss@bayschool-arts.com
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR