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SUMMARY:Mathews Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:The Market takes place every Saturday\, April through October on the Courthouse Green from 9 am to 1 pm. \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.  \nCheck the calendar for Special Events and Gardening Demonstrations offered on any given Saturday. It is what brings Saturday to life in Mathews! On Markets on Main weekend (3rd Saturday\, April – August) you will find entertainment and music. It is all part of the regular fare at the market. \nMark your calendar for Special Holiday Markets: \nThanksgiving Farmers Market: November 16th\, 2024\nChristmas Farmers Market: December 14th\, 2024
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-farmers-market-8/
LOCATION:Courthouse Square\, Court St\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Community Events,Food & Drink,Outdoor
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SUMMARY:"Back to the Future" Adult Prom
DESCRIPTION:Was your prom less than what you hoped it would be? Do you wish you could redo it; with someone you actually WANT to go with? Well\, here is your chance! Are you not really into the whole “go back to prom” idea\, but you’re a Back to the Future fan? You are going to want to attend this event!\n\nTired of the same old prom themes? This one is sure to be a hit! Join your friends at Zoll Vineyards\, for the adult prom iInspired by Back to the Future! This is a themed event\, which means all the details are covered- all the way down to the music and food! This ticket will include a buffet\, stocked much better than your high schools’ chips and dip\, and everyone will receive a complimentary drink of “Biff’s punch” as soon as they arrive!\n\nYou can’t have a prom without MUSIC! Especially a prom like this- it’s a lot to live up to\, right? The event will feature GENO MARRIOT AND THE SPIRIT OF JAZZ!! As themed events go\, Geno and his band will be playing music from the Back to the Future soundtracks\, and even throw in some hits from the time period!\n\nThe best part is you don’t have to drive 88 MPH to get there!! Prom will start at 6pm- and go until 9pm\, so you have time to arrive fashionably late if you must! HOWEVER\, Tickets are limited for this event so purchase yours quickly. Tickets online are $50 individual\, $80 couple.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/back-to-the-future-adult-prom/
LOCATION:Zoll Vineyards\, 10309 Vineyard Rd.\, Dutton\, VA\, 23050\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Food & Drink,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T120000
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SUMMARY:Spring Community Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Calling all community members! \nIt’s almost time for our Spring Community Cleanup! Join us April 13 at 8 am to help beautify Mathews! Meet us at the Mathews County Visitor & Information Center at 239 Main Street to pickup your bags\, vests\, gloves\, grabbers\, nets\, and snacks! \nWe encourage community organizations and civic groups\, as well as individuals\, to participate- it’s a fulfilling and fun day! If you’ve adopted a highway\, it’s the perfect day to clean your stretch of road. VDOT will even pick up the bags when you’re finished. If you’re not sure of a route to pickup\, we can suggest an area for you to focus on. \nWe can’t wait to see you!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/spring-community-cleanup/
LOCATION:Mathews Visitor Center\, 239 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Outdoor
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SUMMARY:Reid Harrison Tribute with the Dimeslots
DESCRIPTION:This free show is a celebration of life for Flat Iron Crossroads’ cherished friend and volunteer\, Reid Harrison. He was instrumental in the early stages of inception with sound and production\, booking talented artists\, developing the website\, and is the voice behind this special slideshow: https://youtu.be/Nscv8MV-phQ\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/reid-harrison-tribute-with-the-dimeslots/
LOCATION:Flat Iron Crossroads\, Gloucester\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Live Music
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SUMMARY:Community Musical Event
DESCRIPTION:Join the Westville Christian Church for a community musical event! Talent from across Mathews and the area will perform- a love offering will be taken\, and every penny of the money will be used to send special needs children to Craig Springs Camp this summer! The camp is situated in the western part of the state\, and is a wonderful opportunity for these kids. Each camper must have an individual qualified counselor and special equipment\, and the West Mathews Church’s goal is to sponsor the cost for five kids this year! The music will be really really good and the donations will be for a really\, really good cause!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/community-musical-event/
LOCATION:Westville Christian Church\, 261 Main St.\, Mathews\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Live Music,Youth
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SUMMARY:Historic Garden Week
DESCRIPTION:The Garden Club of Gloucester and Mathews is sponsoring this year’s Garden Week tours! \nGloucester will have two separate tours this year\, each requiring its own ticket:  the Saturday tour will feature three homes and the new Fine Arts Museum of Gloucester\, and the Sunday tour will feature a multi-acre garden with sculpture throughout.  Each tour is an art lover’s delight.  Their owners have cultivated beautiful gardens and collected paintings\, sculptures\, and objets d’art in their travels.  Visitors will want to linger and take in the variety and quality of these collections\, impressive in their sheer numbers. \nThe three houses on Saturday’s tour are The Mazzzocco Home\, River Promise\, and Paget – all overlooking the scenic Ware River.  The Sunday tour will feature the Gardens of Goshen\, which are expansive and filled with world-class sculptures by renowned artists tucked into small gardens and spread across the sweeping lawn fronting the Ware River. Please note\, admission to the Gardens of Goshen requires a separate ticket.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/historic-garden-week-2/
LOCATION:Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T100000
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SUMMARY:Markets on Main
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an extended market on the third Saturday of each month\, April-August! Vendors and artisans\, food specials and live music will be on Main Street from 10 am-3 pm! \n 
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/markets-on-main-5/
LOCATION:Mathews Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Community Events,Food & Drink,Live Music,Outdoor
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SUMMARY:Family Art Festival
DESCRIPTION:Come create with the Bay School!\n\nA day of artistic fun in The Bay School Backyard – art activities\, live music\, food vendors\, raku firing\, and beer from Gloucester Brewing Company- fun for all ages!\n\nBring your favorite lawn chairs\, and be ready to dance and groove to live music on the Bay School’s backyard stage while enjoying lunch from Hungry Hungry Arrow. Or take part in the annual Raku Firing Fundraiser while you are there!\n\nProceeds from this event support the Bay School’s free OpenArts After School program and the pay-what-you-can Summer Art Camps. Help the Bay School succeed in providing equitable access to the arts to all children.\n\nAdmission is free- activity tickets\, food and beverage\, and raku firing are available for purchase. Sponsored by Dominion Energy and Chesapeake Bank.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/family-art-festival-2/
LOCATION:Bay School Community Arts Center\, 279 Main Street \, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Outdoor,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bay School Comunity Arts Center":MAILTO:pamdoss@bayschool-arts.com
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SUMMARY:Party at the Wharf Summer Series
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mathews Land Conservancy at Williams Wharf for the Party at the Wharf Summer Series 2024!\n\n\n\n\nGates open for the events at 5 pm\, with live music from 6-9 pm! The event is family-friendly\, and kids 12 and under are free. Tickets are $5 (except for the 5/18 event\, which is free for all)\, with a cash bar and food trucks at all events. Bring a lawn chair- cooler not permitted.\n\n\n\n\n\nBands and Food Truck Listing: \n\nApril 26\n\n\nRobbie Kerns & Friends\n\n\nEl Padrino Mexican Tacos\n\n\nMay 18 (Special TDC event; no feeto get in)\n\n\n7th Street Band\n\n\nCreekside Catering\n\n\nJune 28\n\n\nWilliam Earl Sadler & Low Bottom\n\n\nPositive Pizza & Coastal Thirst\n\n\nJuly 19\n\n\nDJ Anthony Wood Dance Party\n\n\n2 Salty Rivah Chicks & Positive Pizza\n\n\nAugust 9\n\n\nBlack Cat Murphy\n\n\nCoastal Thirst & Backwoods BBQ\n\n\nSeptember 6\n\n\n7th Street Band\n\n\nPositive Pizza & Creekside Catering\n\n\nOctober 4\n\n\nPart Time\n\n\nIsland Time Delights\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/party-at-the-wharf-summer-series/
LOCATION:Williams Wharf\, 1039 Williams Wharf Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food & Drink,Live Music,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Land Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mathewslandconservancy.org
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SUMMARY:Anthony Romano & the Conquerors
DESCRIPTION:Singer\, guitarist\, songwriter\, and bandleader\, Anthony Rosano\, has always been drawn to grit\, gravitas and the connection that comes from making music. Although his music roots are implanted in the firmament of the blues\, he takes his cue from any number of archival influences.\n\n\n 
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/anthony-romano-the-conquerors/
LOCATION:Flat Iron Crossroads\, Gloucester\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Live Music
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