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SUMMARY:Rotary's Party with a Purpose
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mathews Rotary Club for an afternoon of fun and fundraising with live music on the East River! \nThis event features GOOD SHOT JUDY band\, food trucks\, beer and wine truck\, and dancing at Williams Wharf Landing. \nFood trucks: On the Flip Side\, Small Town Burger and Short Lane Ice Cream. \nBring your own lawn chairs and your dancing shoes!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/rotaryspartywithapurpose/
LOCATION:Williams Wharf Landing\, 1039 Williams Wharf Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food & Drink,Live Music,Outdoor
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SUMMARY:LOVEworks Sign Dedication
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mathews LOVEworks Committee for the ribbon-cutting and dedication of the newest LOVE sign at Liberty Square!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/loveworks-sign-dedication/
LOCATION:Liberty Square Complex\, 10622 Buckley Hall Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews LOVEworks":MAILTO:Mathewsloveworks@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Saltwater Learn to Fish Day
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mathews Land Conservancy for a chance to learn to fish\, with fishing and learning stations provided by partners. \nRefreshments provided\, rain or shine\, free and open to all! No license required on day of event.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/saltwater-learn-to-fish-day-2/
LOCATION:Williams Wharf Landing\, 1039 Williams Wharf Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational,Outdoor,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Land Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mathewslandconservancy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250608T130000
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SUMMARY:Family Port Fun Day
DESCRIPTION:The second annual Family Port Fun Day will be held from 1-4 p.m. on Sunday\, June 8\, at the Port Fun Park next to Mathews High School on Buckley Hall Road in Mathews. \nThere will be open play and learn-to-play lessons at the pickleball courts (equipment will be provided)\, along with basketball court activities and playground games for children and adults. The adult exercise fitness trail surrounding the playground will be available for use\, as well. \nThe event\, coordinated by the Mathews County Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission\, is free and open to the public. \nThe rain date is Saturday\, June 14. Children and adults of all ages are invited. \nCall Nick Koch at 804-908-4856 for more information.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/family-port-fun-day-2/
LOCATION:Port Fun Park\, 9763 Buckley Hall Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Outdoor,Youth
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SUMMARY:Mathews Paint Out Reception
DESCRIPTION:As part of the 2025 Gloucester Arts Festival\, The Bay School is hosting a reception at the Art Speaks Gallery\, June 10\, 5:30-7:00 PM for the artists participating in the day-long Mathews Paint Out\, where plein air artists will be painting in various locations throughout Mathews County. \nThe reception is free and open to the public where they can meet the artists\, purchase their paintings created that day\, and enjoy a convivial atmosphere of food\, drink\, and creativity in the gallery.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-paint-out-reception/
LOCATION:Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Shows,Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Food & Drink
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SUMMARY:Party at the Wharf Summer Series 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mathews Land Conservancy for their Party at the Wharf Summer Series with live music by Part Time\, and two delicious food trucks! \nGates open at 5 pm\, with live music from 6-9 pm. All ages are welcome: tickets are $5 (12 and under are free!) Cash bar- wine and beer available. Bring your lawn chair!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/party-at-the-wharf-summer-series-2025-2/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T110000
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SUMMARY:Family Arts & Barks Festival
DESCRIPTION:No one wants to leave their furry friend behind on a beautiful summer day and the Family Arts & Barks Festival at The Bay School is the perfect opportunity to join in the fun with EVERYONE—two- AND four-legged\, with AND without fur! Join us for a fun-filled day of family-friendly activities at The Bay School and bring your dog along! \nThere will be a variety of activities to involve the whole family\, including your dog: \nFeeling artsy? These are just a few arts and crafts activities that will be available for you to explore: \n\nBuild a bug\nCreate a cardboard jellyfish\nConstruct an egg carton fish\nMake a necklace from decoupaged shells\nTie dye a T-shirt\nPaint with squeegees\nFashion a memory wire bracelet\nMake and swap artist trading cards\nDesign and create wearable dog ears and a collar\nContribute to our yearly community painting\nEntice your dog with peanut butter to create its own masterpiece\n\nMany more activities are planned\, including: \n\nCA&J Farm drum circle\nYoga for all with Lisa White\nCaricature drawing\nFace painting\nPhoto booth\n“Bark” sale of baked goods for dogs and people\n“Pup-up” display and sale of dog-themed art\nShowing of Canine Companion’s film Andy\nMultiple raffles\nPuppy splash pool\nRubber ducky race\nGuess the number of dog biscuits in a jar\nPuppy kissing booth\nGiant Connect 4 game\nGiant Plinko game\n\nMusical entertainment will be provided by Hunter Owens 11:00 am-2:00 pm and a special musical guest from 2:00 pm-5:00 pm. \nEl Padrino and Gloucester Brewing Company will be on hand serving up delicious food and beverages. \nWe’ll be adding even more activities in the coming weeks\, as well as a listing of attending vendors providing art\, canine products and services\, and family-friendly products and services. \nBUY TICKETS\nTickets range from $10-$25. Children five and younger are free. Dogs must be leashed\, vaccinated\, and well behaved. \nSponsor\, Be a Vendor\, or Donate Dog-Themed Art\nIf you’re interested in sponsoring the Family Arts & Barks Festival\, information on the available levels\, benefits\, and costs is available HERE. \nHave a product or service that would be of interest to dog owners? An art-related or family-friendly product or service you’d like to promote? Submit a Vendor Form. \nWould you like to share your talent and donate a dog-themed artwork to the “Pup-Up” Art Show at the festival?  Submit your artwork HERE.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/family-arts-barks-festival/
LOCATION:Bay School Community Arts Center\, 279 Main Street \, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food & Drink,Live Music,Outdoor,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bay School Comunity Arts Center":MAILTO:pamdoss@bayschool-arts.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250627T163000
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SUMMARY:Gwynn's Island Chicken Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Drive by in the drive through for the famous Gwynn’s Island Chicken Dinner with all the fixings! \n4:30pm-7:00pm. No pre-sale tickets.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/gwynns-island-chicken-dinner/
LOCATION:Gwynn’s Island Civic Center\, 1996 Old Ferry Rd.\, Gwynn\, VA\, 23066\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food & Drink
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SUMMARY:Coastal Reverie: Musings of Virginia's Coastal Shores from the Photographer's Eye
DESCRIPTION:A Photography Show and Exhibit to Benefit the Gwynn’s Island Museum! \nOpening Reception on Friday\, June 27\, 6:30 – 9:00 pm at the Gwynn’s Island Museum \nJoin us as we muse over a collection of photographic works showcasing the uniqueness\, beauty\, and depth of our shores as seen through the lens of a camera. \nFree entry to reception and exhibition; donations to the Museum accepted and highly appreciated. All works on display will be for sale. Light hors d’oeuvres and beverages will be served. \nMusic will be provided. \nPrizes: \n1st Place: Dinner for two at Hole in the Wall Waterfront Grill and a history cruise with Mathews Deadrise Charters. ($350 value) \n2nd Place: $250 cash award \n3rd Place: Custom Framing Gift Certificate ($150 value)
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/coastal-reverie-musings-of-virginias-coastal-shores-from-the-photographers-eye/
LOCATION:Gwynn’s Island Museum\, State Rte 633\, Gwynn\, VA\, 23066\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Shows,Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Food & Drink,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T090000
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SUMMARY:Gwynn's Island Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Gwynn’s Island Festival has a variety of handmade crafts and local vendors\, including jewelry\, leather\, paintings and photography. \nThe festival will also feature live music\, Lord Dunmore skits\, food vendors\, and a kids zone!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/gwynns-island-festival-4/
LOCATION:Gwynn’s Island Civic Center\, 1996 Old Ferry Rd.\, Gwynn\, VA\, 23066\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food & Drink,Outdoor,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gwynn's Island Civic League":MAILTO:gwynnsislandfestival@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T133000
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SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting: VA250 LOVE Signs
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mathews VA250 Committee for a double-ribbon cutting event!! Through a generous grant\, the Mathews VA250 has arranged for two new LOVEWorks signs in Mathews- one at The Hatchery/ Oyster Seed Holdings\, and one at Williams Wharf! Both will be unveiled on this day\, and a ribbon-cutting to represent both signs will take place at the Hatchery. Stay after the ceremony for a day of fun\, oysters\, and drinks on the water- plus plenty of photo ops!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/ribbon-cutting-va250-love-signs/
LOCATION:Oyster Seed Holdings\, 425 Callis Wharf Rd\, Grimstead\, VA\, 23064\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Outdoor
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