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January 2025
Piankatank Ruritan Club’s Brunswick Stew Fundraiser
The Piankatank Ruritan will be holding a Brunswick Stew fundraiser- the cost is $12 a quart and is preorder only. There will be no dine in service- only pickup.
Find out more »Red Cross Blood Drive
Give the gift of life- donate blood at one of the Red Cross' Blood Drives this year! Drink plenty of water, and come in ready to give blood. January 28, April 15, July 15, September 9, December 2- you can register for any or all of the dates on redcrossblood.org!
Find out more »February 2025
American Legion’s World Famous Breakfast
First Sunday of every month! Join the American Legion Post 83 at 73 Hookemfair Road for their monthly World Famous Breakfast! $12 Donation. Call: 804-725-7422 for more info
Find out more »Freedom’s Fortress Movie
"Freedom’s Fortress,” a movie which depicts the story of Fort Monroe, will be shown at the Mathews Museum's Movie Night. Empowered by a legal loophole, thousands of enslaved Africans escaped and found refuge at a Union-held fort during the Civil War. Doors open at 6:30, movie begins at 7:00. Movie runs approximately 1⁄2 hour.
Find out more »9th Annual Rotary Chili Cook-Off
The Mathews Rotary Club presents the 9th Annual Chili Cook-Off, on Super Bowl Saturday! THE CONTESTANTS THIS YEAR ARE: Mathews Bay School Mathews Historical Museum Mathews Land Conservancy Mathews Kiwanis Club Farmers Focus/Supply One Mathews Rotary Club This event has become one of the BIGGEST social events of the winter in Mathews! With over 500 people at the Piankatank Ruritan Club the night before the Super Bowl, it is a fun and enjoyable experience. Contestants will not only compete for…
Find out more »March 2025
St. Patrick’s Day Dinner
Once again, the Museum is planning a St. Patrick’s Day event to be held at Kingston Parish. There will be a traditional corned beef and cabbage dinner and dessert, with an after dinner Irish coffee. A wine and beer cash bar will be available. In addition, an offering of fine woolen items from Ireland will be offered in a raffle. Tickets may be purchased beforehand at MCVIC, Haskins Bayside as well as the Museum. More details to come!
Find out more »April 2025
Donk’s 50th Anniversary Shows
Performance schedule coming, dates below: 4/5, 5/10, 6/14, 7/19, 8/16, 9/13, 10/18, 11/8, 12/6 All shows subject to last minute changes. Please join the email list or on Facebook for real-time updates. Harry M. Ward Auditorium, Mathews High School, 9889 Buckley Hall Road, Mathews, VA 23109 NEW!!! Shows start at 7:30 PM – Doors open at 7:00 PM Tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for Children 12 and under Tickets can be purchased at the door on show…
Find out more »Spring Community Litter Cleanup
Join MCVIC for our annual Spring Community Cleanup- more details and a registration link coming soon!
Find out more »Party at the Wharf 2025 Concert Series
Stay tuned for a listing of performers and food trucks! All concerts are family-friendly! All cost $5, except 5/17 Party, which is free as part of the Tour de Chesapeake.
Find out more »Mathews Community Easter Egg Hunt
Children ages 3-10 are welcome to join for the Community Easter Egg Hunt on the Court Green! Costumes are welcome, and please bring a basket. This free event is open to the whole community, and the Easter Bunny himself will make an appearance!
Find out more »May 2025
May Faire 2025- A Rural Life: Country Stores, Post Offices & Wharfs
Friday, Saturday, May 2 & 3, May Faire 2025 “A Rural Life: Country Stores, Post Offices and Wharfs” This year, a two-day county fair-type of event, with crafters, food trucks, and entertainment, a children’s corner, Pound Cake contest, photography contest and our traditional May Pole dance. May Faire is sponsored by the Mathews Museum, which is celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2025. Visit www.mathewsvamuseu.org for information.
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