BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Mathews County Visitor Center - ECPv6.17.3.1//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:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260712T160000 DTSTAMP:20260227T043110Z CREATED:20260227T043110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T043110Z UID:18539-1783864800-1783872000@visitmathews.com SUMMARY:Faerie Tea DESCRIPTION:Faerie Tea returns to The Bay School on Sunday\, July 12!\n\nBy popular demand\, our enchanting annual Faerie Tea is back—an afternoon of whimsy\, tea\, and fae-inspired fun you won’t want to miss. From 2:00 to 4:00 pm\, faerie-dressed guests will enjoy delightful teas and tasties\, games\, door prizes\, raffles\, and a silent auction.\n\nExpect lively fae and tea lore\, creative activities\, and a chance to browse a magical selection of faerie-inspired treasures in the Art Speaks Gallery. Costumes are highly encouraged\, with recognition for our most fabulously dressed faeries!\n\nJoin us for a charming afternoon filled with imagination\, community\, and a little bit of faerie magic. URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/faerie-tea-3/ LOCATION:Bay School Community Arts Center\, 279 Main Street \, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Food & Drink,Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/634261040_1353370930142075_9134960879897861250_n.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bay School Comunity Arts Center":MAILTO:pamdoss@bayschool-arts.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T190000 DTSTAMP:20260625T122146Z CREATED:20260624T140308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T122146Z UID:18771-1784228400-1784228400@visitmathews.com SUMMARY:“Death on Gwynn’s Island” Author To Speak at Mathews Museum DESCRIPTION:“Death on Gwynn’s Island” Author To Speak at Mathews Museum\n\nThe author of a new top-selling mystery novel\, “Death on Gwynn’s Island\,” Bruce Bracken\, will speak at the Museum\, Thursday\, July 16\, with\na book signing\, at 7:00 pm. This best selling author has captivated readers in the area\, with Gwynn’s Island as the setting of his newly released\nmurder mystery. Bruce Bracken is Emeritus Professor at The College of William & Mary and is an author of fiction books\, in addition to his\nmany other scholarly contributions.\n\nIn his release\, the story is set on Gwynn’s Island in Virginia’s Chesapeake Bay: “The mystery unfolds amid storms\, watermen\, old histories and\nsecrets that refuse to stay buried. A small island. A long memory. A murder that changes everything.” Bracken will share his experiences in writing\nthe novel and his stepping away from academia and pursuing fiction.\n\nPlease join neighbors and friends at this unique opportunity to hear this distinguished scholar and now\, author of a total of three fictional mystery\nnovels\, including Invisible\, and The Holidaysburg Christmas Miracle. Doors open at 6:30. Early seating is recommended. URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/death-on-gwynns-island-author-to-speak-at-mathews-museum/ LOCATION:Mathews Museum\, 200 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Educational,History ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/brucebracken-2.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Museum":MAILTO:mathewsvamuseum@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T190000 DTSTAMP:20260625T123634Z CREATED:20260527T182121Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T123634Z UID:18659-1784314800-1784314800@visitmathews.com SUMMARY:Crickets on a Hill DESCRIPTION:A Revolutionary Musical Returns to the Stage \nExperience local history brought to life through music\, drama\, and community theater as Crickets on a Hill returns to the stage in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary. \nPresented as part of Mathews County’s VA250 commemoration\, this beloved musical by Mathews native Judy Ward tells the story of colonial Virginia during the Revolutionary War\, inspired by the events surrounding the Battle of Cricket Hill and the removal of Virginia’s last Royal Governor from Gwynn’s Island in 1776. \nOriginally written for the American Bicentennial in 1976\, Crickets on a Hill blends historical events with fictional characters\, humor\, romance\, and music to create a uniquely local telling of America’s fight for independence. The expanded 2026 production introduces new characters and additional storylines while honoring Judy Ward’s original vision. \nThe story follows Ethan\, a young man torn between his future in England and his loyalty to Virginia\, as tensions rise between British forces and Virginia militia during the early days of the Revolution. Audiences will be immersed in colonial life through live performances\, music\, and dramatic storytelling performed by a cast of local actors and community members. URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/crickets-on-a-hill-4/ LOCATION:Harry M. Ward Auditorium – Mathews High School\, 9889 Buckley Hall Rd\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,History ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/page1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260718T190000 DTSTAMP:20260625T123552Z CREATED:20260527T182431Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T123552Z UID:18662-1784401200-1784401200@visitmathews.com SUMMARY:Crickets on a Hill DESCRIPTION:A Revolutionary Musical Returns to the Stage \nExperience local history brought to life through music\, drama\, and community theater as Crickets on a Hill returns to the stage in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary. \nPresented as part of Mathews County’s VA250 commemoration\, this beloved musical by Mathews native Judy Ward tells the story of colonial Virginia during the Revolutionary War\, inspired by the events surrounding the Battle of Cricket Hill and the removal of Virginia’s last Royal Governor from Gwynn’s Island in 1776. \nOriginally written for the American Bicentennial in 1976\, Crickets on a Hill blends historical events with fictional characters\, humor\, romance\, and music to create a uniquely local telling of America’s fight for independence. The expanded 2026 production introduces new characters and additional storylines while honoring Judy Ward’s original vision. \nThe story follows Ethan\, a young man torn between his future in England and his loyalty to Virginia\, as tensions rise between British forces and Virginia militia during the early days of the Revolution. Audiences will be immersed in colonial life through live performances\, music\, and dramatic storytelling performed by a cast of local actors and community members. URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/crickets-on-a-hill-5/ LOCATION:Harry M. Ward Auditorium – Mathews High School\, 9889 Buckley Hall Rd\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,History ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/page1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T150000 DTSTAMP:20260625T123458Z CREATED:20260527T182741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T123458Z UID:18664-1784473200-1784473200@visitmathews.com SUMMARY:Crickets on a Hill DESCRIPTION:A Revolutionary Musical Returns to the Stage \nExperience local history brought to life through music\, drama\, and community theater as Crickets on a Hill returns to the stage in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary. \nPresented as part of Mathews County’s VA250 commemoration\, this beloved musical by Mathews native Judy Ward tells the story of colonial Virginia during the Revolutionary War\, inspired by the events surrounding the Battle of Cricket Hill and the removal of Virginia’s last Royal Governor from Gwynn’s Island in 1776. \nOriginally written for the American Bicentennial in 1976\, Crickets on a Hill blends historical events with fictional characters\, humor\, romance\, and music to create a uniquely local telling of America’s fight for independence. The expanded 2026 production introduces new characters and additional storylines while honoring Judy Ward’s original vision. \nThe story follows Ethan\, a young man torn between his future in England and his loyalty to Virginia\, as tensions rise between British forces and Virginia militia during the early days of the Revolution. Audiences will be immersed in colonial life through live performances\, music\, and dramatic storytelling performed by a cast of local actors and community members. URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/crickets-on-the-hill-2/ LOCATION:Harry M. Ward Auditorium – Mathews High School\, 9889 Buckley Hall Rd\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,History ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/page1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T140000 DTSTAMP:20260714T170928Z CREATED:20260713T203213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T170928Z UID:18885-1784979000-1784988000@visitmathews.com SUMMARY:SUMMER SHINDIG At Mathews Riverside DESCRIPTION:You are invited to Mathews Riverside’s backyard for a family FREE day of \n Live Music by Haus Band\, Wheelchair Wash & Decorate\, Positive Pizza Truck\, Arts n Crafts\, Icy Treats\, Tie Dye\, And more!  \n  URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/summer-shindig-at-mathews-riverside/ LOCATION:Riverside Lifelong Health & Rehabilitation Mathews\, 603 Main St.\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Food & Drink,Live Music,Outdoor ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Summer-Shingdig-at-Riverside-Mathews-3.pdf ORGANIZER;CN="Bay School Comunity Arts Center":MAILTO:pamdoss@bayschool-arts.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T130000 DTSTAMP:20260630T125229Z CREATED:20260630T123035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T125229Z UID:18819-1786791600-1786798800@visitmathews.com SUMMARY:Ice Cream Bowls & Social DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual Ice Cream Social to buy a handmade pottery bowl and fill it with ice cream and toppings. \nWhile you’re here\, stop into the Art Speaks Gallery to check out the talent and creativity of the kids in our Summer Art Camps. \nProceeds from the ice cream bowls sale help keep our pottery studio program thriving! \nhttps://bayschoolarts.org/event-6488330 URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/ice-cream-bowls-social/ LOCATION:Art Speaks Gallery\, 279 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States CATEGORIES:Art Shows,Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Food & Drink ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/ARTICECREAMPOSTER-scaled.png ORGANIZER;CN="Bay School Comunity Arts Center":MAILTO:pamdoss@bayschool-arts.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260830T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260905T200000 DTSTAMP:20260826T132529Z CREATED:20260826T132529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T132529Z UID:19007-1788084000-1788638400@visitmathews.com SUMMARY:EAT FOR ART DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, August 30 – Saturday\, September 5 (closed Monday) – Mathews Grill & Deli and Mi Casa Azteca \nTuesday\, September 1 – Richardson’s Cafe \nThursday\, September 3 – Howard Dooley Cafe \nThursday\, September 3 – Southwind Pizza \nThank you for your support! URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/eat-for-art/ LOCATION:Mathews\, VA\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109 CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Food & Drink ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Screenshot-2026-08-26-at-9.02.32-AM.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Bay School Comunity Arts Center":MAILTO:pamdoss@bayschool-arts.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T160000 DTSTAMP:20260827T195454Z CREATED:20260827T195454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T195454Z UID:19019-1789120800-1789315200@visitmathews.com SUMMARY:MATHEWS MARKET DAYS DESCRIPTION: URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-market-days-7/ LOCATION:Mathews\, VA\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109 CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Educational,Food & Drink,Outdoor,Shopping ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/MMD-PG2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Market Days Committee":MAILTO:mathewsmarketdays@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T190000 DTSTAMP:20260630T130121Z CREATED:20260630T130121Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T130121Z UID:18834-1789635600-1789844400@visitmathews.com SUMMARY:Mathews Plein Air Paintout DESCRIPTION:The Bay School Community Arts Center is excited to host the 2nd Annual Mathews Plein Air event being held during the Mathews ArtFest in the charming town of Mathews\, Virginia. This event welcomes artists of all experience levels\, with eligibility open to everyone. \nThe wet paint sale and award recognition will be held at the Bay School on the 19th between 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm (Award Recognition at 6:00 pm). RSVP is welcome but not required. \nAwards given at the reception\nMathews ArtFest Best in Show: $300                                        \nBay Excellence Award: $150 \nHonorable Mention: $75 \nAwards sponsored by Sherri & Harvey Hamm. Reception sponsored by RAW ARt. Thank you for your support! \nhttps://bayschoolarts.org/event-6650891 URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-plein-air-paintout/ LOCATION:Mathews\, VA\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109 CATEGORIES:Art Shows,Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Outdoor ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/PLEINAIRPOSTER.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bay School Comunity Arts Center":MAILTO:pamdoss@bayschool-arts.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T190000 DTSTAMP:20260630T125615Z CREATED:20260630T123613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T125615Z UID:18821-1789837200-1789844400@visitmathews.com SUMMARY:Mathews Plein Air Wet Paint Sale and Award Recognition DESCRIPTION:The Bay School Community Arts Center is excited to host the 2nd Annual Mathews Plein Air event being held during the Mathews ArtFest in the charming town of Mathews\, Virginia. This event welcomes artists of all experience levels\, with eligibility open to everyone. \nThe wet paint sale and award recognition will be held at the Bay School on the 19th between 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm (Award Recognition at 6:00 pm). RSVP is welcome but not required. \nAwards given at the reception\nMathews ArtFest Best in Show: $300                                        \nBay Excellence Award: $150 \nHonorable Mention: $75 \nAwards sponsored by Sherri & Harvey Hamm. Reception sponsored by RAW ARt. Thank you for your support! \nhttps://bayschoolarts.org/event-6650891 URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-plein-air-paintout-and-wet-paint-sale/ LOCATION:Bay School Community Arts Center\, 279 Main Street \, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States CATEGORIES:Art Shows,Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Food & Drink ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/mathewspleinair2025.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bay School Comunity Arts Center":MAILTO:pamdoss@bayschool-arts.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T213000 DTSTAMP:20260630T124943Z CREATED:20260630T124157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T124943Z UID:18824-1790443800-1790458200@visitmathews.com SUMMARY:Mathews Met Art Auction & Gala DESCRIPTION:Save the date ~ Saturday\, September 26\nfor the \nMathews Met\nArt Auction & Gala\nCome walk the red carpet with us \nThis year we will host our annual Fine Art Auction here on Bay School grounds! \nEnter the Art Speaks Gallery and be welcomed with a sparkling beverage. Browse the collection of local and regional artwork as you mingle with other guests. \nProceed to the classroom to enjoy hors d’oeuvres while immersed in our mission. \nPreview the live auction items in the pottery studio while you sip a second drink. \nProceed to the tent for a magical evening of dinner by Chef Brian Marshall\, silent and live auctions\, raffles\, live music and dancing with Tommy Sax as the evening winds down. \nCheck back for details as they unfold and tickets as they become available! \nhttps://bayschoolarts.org/event-6650393 URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-met-art-auction-gala/ LOCATION:Bay School Community Arts Center\, 279 Main Street \, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States CATEGORIES:Art Shows,Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Food & Drink,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Mathews-Met-save-the-dateprogram-cover.png ORGANIZER;CN="Bay School Comunity Arts Center":MAILTO:pamdoss@bayschool-arts.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261127T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261129T170000 DTSTAMP:20260807T193552Z CREATED:20260807T193552Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T193552Z UID:18945-1795766400-1795971600@visitmathews.com SUMMARY:2026 Made in Mathews Open Studio Tour DESCRIPTION:For more info: www.madeinmathews.com URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/2026-made-in-mathews-open-studio-tour/ LOCATION:Mathews\, VA\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109 CATEGORIES:Art Shows,Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Holiday/ Seasonal,Shopping ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/MIM-OST-2026.png ORGANIZER;CN="Made in Mathews Open Studio Tour":MAILTO:melanieprocopio@msn.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261205T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261206T170000 DTSTAMP:20260807T193826Z CREATED:20260807T193826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T193826Z UID:18948-1796457600-1796576400@visitmathews.com SUMMARY:2026 Made in Mathews Open Studio Tour DESCRIPTION:For more info: www.madeinmathews.com URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/2026-made-in-mathews-open-studio-tour-2/ LOCATION:Mathews\, VA\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109 CATEGORIES:Art Shows,Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Holiday/ Seasonal,Shopping ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/MIM-OST-2026.png ORGANIZER;CN="Made in Mathews Open Studio Tour":MAILTO:melanieprocopio@msn.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR