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SUMMARY:Gwynn's Island Days
DESCRIPTION:Join the Gwynn’s Island Civic League for this year’s Gwynn’s Island Chicken Dinner & Gwynn’s Island Festival! All proceeds from both events will benefit the Gwynn’s Island Civic League and the Gwynn’s Island Museum. \nThe Chicken Dinner will take place on Friday\, June 28 from 4:30-7 pm. Tickets are $15\, and available at the door. Enjoy a chicken dinner with all the fixings! There will be a drive-through option available! \nThen\, on Saturday\, celebrate the simpler life with a festival full of handmade crafts\, a variety of games on the Midway\, live music\, and plenty of food! Gospend the day on Gwynn’s Island and enjoy this neighborhood tradition!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/gwynns-island-days/
LOCATION:Gwynn’s Island Civic Center\, 1996 Old Ferry Rd.\, Gwynn\, VA\, 23066\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food & Drink,Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240628T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240628T210000
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SUMMARY:Party at the Wharf
DESCRIPTION:$5 at the gate (children 12 & under free)Gate opens at 5:00 PM; Live Music 6:00-9:00 PMMUSIC – William Earl Sadler & Low BottomFOOD TRUCK – Positive Pizza\, Coastal Thirst and After Prom \nAll ages welcome! Bring a friend and a chair! No coolers please. \nHosted by the Mathews Land Conservancy\, a 501(c)3 non-profit org\, owners of the wharf – all proceeds benefit the facilities of the MLC.SPONSORS:Frances Hudgins\, Hudgins Design CollaborativeShun XingLynette Glockner\, Mathews PharmacyRandy\, William & Virginia Hudgins\, Moon\, VABruce and Kathy Noble\, Noble Pest ControlBernadette La Casse\, Burton’s WaterfrontMichael Swiderski\, Storybound ConstructionJay White\, East River ConstructionAmbrose DisposalChesapeake Bank
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/party-at-the-wharf-10/
LOCATION:Williams Wharf\, 1039 Williams Wharf Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food & Drink,Live Music,Outdoor
ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Land Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mathewslandconservancy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240706T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240706T213000
DTSTAMP:20260428T163921
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SUMMARY:The Boneshakers
DESCRIPTION:No holds barred funk\, blues\, and rock that marries the sounds and spirits of Detroit Rock City\, Memphis\, and Mussel Shoals. In the remarkable 25-year career of The Boneshakers\, the iconic band has always been led by world-renowned guitarist Randy Jacobs of Was (Not Was). The band and members have toured and recorded with Bonnie Raitt\, BB King\, Keb Mo\, Aretha Franklin\, Elton John\, Bootsy Collins\, Tears 4 Fears\, Bob Dylan\, Stevie Wonder\, Gov’t Mule\, and Iggy Pop…just to name a few.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/the-boneshakers/
LOCATION:Flat Iron Crossroads\, Gloucester\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T183000
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SUMMARY:Row the Chesapeake
DESCRIPTION:Please join us to celebrate the best of Mathews County waterways!\n \nOn Saturday July 13\, 2024\, Mathews Land Conservancy and Mobjack Rowing Association host “Row the Chesapeake”.\nRowers Matt Muffelman (Mathews\, VA) and James Dietz (Springfield\, MA) are teaming up for a row across the Chesapeake Bay to highlight public recreational opportunities of the local waterways. Muffelman\, Vice President of Mobjack Rowing Association (MRA)\, explains “This event is a way to bring attention to the beauty of our local waterways and raise awareness of the efforts being put into the growth and potential of Williams Wharf Landing.”\n\n\nThe event centers around a 16-mile journey across the Chesapeake Bay starting from Cape Charles on the Eastern Shore and ending at the historic Williams Wharf Landing on the East River in Mathews.  Williams Wharf Landing is a  public access waterfront site owned and operated by Mathews Land Conservancy (MLC). MLC was formed in 1994 to protect the site from destructive industrial use and to return this pristine section of the Mobjack Bay back to the community. MLC’s mission is to preserve and protect waterway access for public use\, benefit\, and education.\n\n\nJoining the event as keynote speakers will be Virginia Congressman Rob Wittman and Joel Dunn\, CEO of the Chesapeake Conservancy.  Wittman is Co-Chair of the Chesapeake Bay Caucus\, Co-Chair of the Congressional Chesapeake Bay Watershed Caucus\, and author of Chesapeake Bay Accountability and Recovery Act (2015).  Dunn leads Chesapeake Conservancy’s efforts to increase public access for everyone and strengthen the connection between people and the Chesapeake Bay watershed to promote a greater appreciation for the need to conserve the Chesapeake’s landscapes and special places.\n\n\nWilliams Wharf Landing and Mobjack Rowing are near and dear to Muffelman’s heart – it is where he learned to row in 1995. His rowing career continued at Dartmouth College and then with the US National Team (2005-2010). He won gold at the 2008 World Rowing Championships. Muffelman is now the Business Manager for HUDSON Boat Works\, USA.\n\n\nJames Dietz is a professional rower who works for HYDROW\, a Live Outdoor Reality workout company that brings video of outdoor\, on-water rowing to members in their home.  James has represented the United States in many competitions and has finished top 6 in the Olympic Trials on multiple occasions.\nPremier rowing manufacturer HUDSON Boat Works will be providing two newly designed one-man open water rowing shells for the event. The HUDSON Coastal SHARK has a dynamic and durable design for the rower who wants to explore larger bodies of water than in the traditional flat-water sport.\n\n\nLocated at Williams Wharf Landing is the Owens Maritime Center which is designed to be the preeminent waterway access\, education\, and events center in the region\, combining its natural ecology with stunning East River views and providing an exceptional venue for rowing. Once completed\, the building will house education and research facilities\, an elegant indoor/outdoor event space with catering kitchen\, and training facilities for local\, regional\, and national crew and water-based activity teams.  Mathews Land Conservancy relies solely on private donations\, grants\, and use fees for general operations as well as maintenance\, improvements\, and project construction.\n\n\nThe public is invited to celebrate the final leg of the journey up the East River.  Williams Wharf Landing will be open to the public at 3:30pm on Saturday July 13\, 2024 and we expect the rowers to cross the finish line about 4:30pm. After brief comments from our dignitaries and guests\, all are welcome to enjoy food from local food trucks Creekside Catering and Backwoods BBQ\, and music from Last Minute Grass.\n\n\nOpportunities are available for information booth space – please reach out to Gwen DeForge\, Operations Manager for more information. For more information\, please call 804.725.9685 or email usat info@mathewslandconservancy.org
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/row-the-chesapeake/
LOCATION:Williams Wharf Landing\, 1039 Williams Wharf Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Land Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mathewslandconservancy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240806T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240806T200000
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SUMMARY:National Night Out 2024
DESCRIPTION:National Night Out will be held on the football field of Mathews High School with games\, music\, food trucks\, sno-cones and more. This event is held across the county to build relationships between families in our community and law enforcement.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/national-night-out-2024/
LOCATION:Mathews High School\, 9889 Buckley Hall Rd\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Outdoor,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240817T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240817T150000
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SUMMARY:Ice Cream\, Art & Drama
DESCRIPTION:Ice Cream Social\n11 AM-3 PM\nBeat the heat with something sweet! $10 for a handmade ceramic bowl filled with your choice of ice cream and toppings to help Clay by the Bay Ceramics Guild raise money for improvements to our pottery studio. \nKids’ Art Show and Market\n10 AM-3 PM\nExplore and celebrate the work of our next generation of artists! All work was created in our Summer Art Camps.  Student vendors also will be selling their work! \nArtisan Market\n10AM-3PM\nShop a wide variety of arts and crafts inside and outside our gallery! \nTheatre Camp Performance\nNoon\nStudents will be performing two\, one-act plays based on C.S. Lewis’ The Chronicles of Narnia and Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland on the backyard stage!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/ice-cream-art-drama/
LOCATION:Bay School Community Arts Center\, 279 Main Street \, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Food & Drink,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:20240817T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240817T213000
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SUMMARY:Jim Quick & Coastline
DESCRIPTION:Over 25 years in the making\, Jim Quick and Coastline\, like their namesake the Atlantic Coastline Railroad\, have been traveling the “tracks” of the southeast\, and connecting with the hearts of loyal “Coastline Crazies.” Pulling from the threads of Soul\, Blues\, R&B\, and Americana\, Jim Quick and Coastline weave together their own genre of music known as Swamp Soul.\n\n\n 
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/jim-quick-coastline/
LOCATION:Flat Iron Crossroads\, Gloucester\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Live Music
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240907
DTSTAMP:20260428T163921
CREATED:20240822T152742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240822T153242Z
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SUMMARY:Mathews Market Days 50th Anniversary
DESCRIPTION: 
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-market-days-50th-anniversary/
LOCATION:Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Shows,Community Events,Food & Drink,Live Music,Outdoor,Shopping,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Market Days Committee":MAILTO:mathewsmarketdays@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240929T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240929T170000
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SUMMARY:Ruritan Fish Fry
DESCRIPTION:Join the Piankatank Ruritan Club for a fish fry- for only $20 for adults and $6 for kids 12 and under (5 and under free!)\, get fried fish\, hush puppies\, Cole slaw\, baked beans\, hamburgers\, hot dogs\, desserts\, drinks! \nTake out starting at 4 pm\, meal from 5-7 pm. \nTickets available at the door\, or at MCVIC!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/ruritan-fish-fry/
LOCATION:Piankatank Ruritan Club\, 7138 Buckley Hall Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food & Drink
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ORGANIZER;CN="Piankatank Ruritan Club":MAILTO:timothy.roscher@voyafa.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241003T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241003T210000
DTSTAMP:20260428T163921
CREATED:20240819T235903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T235903Z
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SUMMARY:4th Annual Ducks Unlimited Wetlands Conservation Banquet
DESCRIPTION:The Piankatank River Chapter of Virginia Ducks Unlimited will hold its 4th Annual Wetlands Conservation Banquet at the Piankatank Ruritan Club on Thursday\, October 3\, 2024\, beginning at 6 PM.\n\nProceeds from this event are used to support wetlands conservation in Mathews County\, the Commonwealth of Virginia and in the United States.  Everyone is welcome to attend.\n\nContact Bill Pennell 804-450-2267 or whpjr517@aol.com for further information\, and visit the website to order tickets (single tickets starting at $85): http://www.piankatankriverdu.org
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/4th-annual-ducks-unlimited-wetlands-conservation-banquet/
LOCATION:Piankatank Ruritan Club\, 7138 Buckley Hall Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food & Drink,Outdoor
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241004
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241005
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SUMMARY:Antique Southern Quilts Collection Showcase
DESCRIPTION:A special quilting exhibit\, “Threads of Our History: Quilts of Mathews Virginia\,”  will debut at the Mathews Museum\, October 5 and will be on exhibit  through the end of December.\n\nThese quilts are from a private collection of an old Mathews family\, going back over a century.   Mathews is a small\, rural southern county sitting on the Chesapeake Bay. The quilts  reflect their utilitarian use\, in a geographic area that was fairly isolated until the 1950s. The quilts honor a southern tradition of quilting when scraps of fabric or clothing were used to make bedding when the family needed it. Southern quilts have their own identity\, with their use of color\, size of pieces\, and choice of fabric\, which was primarily cotton and feedbags.\n\nThe current holders of this very special collection are Mathews residents Jay Black\, a financial advisor with Davenport & Co. and his wife\, Lori Jackson Black\, a genealogist and historian\, who are pleased to be able to share this treasured collection with the public at the upcoming special exhibit.\n\n“These quilts represent the life of Polly Brooks Diggs (1884-1988) and her sister Maron Diggs (1878-1982) as well as other women in the Diggs family who worked together to provide quilts to their extended family and friends in Mathews County\,” says Lori Jackson Black. Lori continues\, “Carole Diggs Hindman\, the most recent owner of the collection\, passed away in 2018 and it was left to my husband\, Jay\, to manage the property\, which she had inherited from her parents\, J. Martin and Leon Hudgins Diggs. Before Carole passed away she had given us the last quilt that Polly made\, along with a note on it with additional\nInformation.”\n\nLori recounts their discovery of the trove of quilts\, “ At the Hindman house\, all three bedrooms had a quilt on the bed\, and we found many more in each closet.  We then went into the attic where we found more\, along with several handmade wool comforters. We feel blessed to be able to share these family heirlooms with the public.”  Some of the items on display will include  a baby quilt of Jay’s\, and also one bed quilt made especially for him. More than 30 quilts were counted\, with many of them being included in the exhibit. Accompanying the exhibit will be descriptions of the quilts\, letters and notes and photographs.\n\nThere is a private showing on Thursday\, October 3rd for Mathews Museum members.  And beginning October 4th\,  the museum will be open every Friday\, Saturday and Sunday through the end of December.  For information on special tours\, contact  804-695-4664 or email mathewsvamuseumfriends@gmail.com .For Museum hours and additional information\, visit www.mathewsvamuseum.org. “
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-museum-to-showcase-antique-southern-quilts-from-private-collection/
LOCATION:Mathews Museum\, 200 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Museum":MAILTO:mathewsvamuseum@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T160000
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SUMMARY:Canine Companions Clean Up Day
DESCRIPTION:Help area Master Gardeners and Volunteers prepare garden beds around the historic home place of the Mathews Men. A wonderful volunteer opportunity to help Mathews County Canine Companions’ new home! \nHelp needed with the following: \nWeeding\, trimming\, planting\, mulching. \nMaster gardeners and landscapers will be on site to lend help and provide direction. Bring your small garden tools and wear gloves. \nRefreshments provided!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/canine-companions-clean-up-day/
LOCATION:Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Canine Companions":MAILTO:jparkin@vt.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T163921
CREATED:20241001T182633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T182654Z
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SUMMARY:Gigantic Yard Sale
DESCRIPTION:Join the Central Village Homemakers for a yard sale benefitting local charities and non-profits! \nClothes\, Furniture\, Household Goods\, Vintage Items\, Antiques\, Jewelry\, Tools … and much more! 
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/gigantic-yard-sale-2/
LOCATION:Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Shopping
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241012T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241012T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T163921
CREATED:20240927T014541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240927T014719Z
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SUMMARY:Oyster Roast & BBQ Riot
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mathews Rotary Club for all you can eat oysters & BBQ\, and live music with Rob Oliver! Wine\, beer and soft drinks will be available for purchase. \nTickets are $40 in advance from any Rotarian\, or at Mathews Visitor Center\, Haskins Bayside Service Center or Chesapeake Bank in Mathews\, or are $45 at the door.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/oyster-roast-bbq-riot-3/
LOCATION:Williams Wharf\, 1039 Williams Wharf Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food & Drink,Live Music,Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T190000
DTSTAMP:20260428T163921
CREATED:20241015T191218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T191218Z
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SUMMARY:Mathews Chapel's Fall Musical
DESCRIPTION:Join Mathews Chapel UMC for its Fall Musical! Talents present include: Hunter Owens\, JA Faulkner\, Tyrone Hudgins\, Richard Calais\, Mary Kathryn Diggs\, Lynda Greve and the Ebenezer Men’s Choir! \nRefreshments will be served immediately after the performances in the Fellowship Hall.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-chapels-fall-musical/
LOCATION:Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241102T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241102T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T192240Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Community Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Fall Community Cleanup!\n\n\n\nThis is a great opportunity for civic organizations\, school groups\, and more to get some service hours in our community. We filled 100 bags during our Spring Community Cleanup- let’s see if we can beat that number!\n\n\n\nSign up using the link below\, or by emailing Kat at mathewsvisitorcenter@gmail.com. We look forward to seeing you all soon!\n\n\nhttps://www.surveymonkey.com/r/cleanupfall2024\n\n\n\n\nHelp us clean Mathews roadways for the fall! Pick up our neighborhoods and roadways. The cleanup is scheduled for Saturday November 2\, 8 AM to noon\, starting at the Mathews County Visitor & Information Center\, located at 239 Main Street.  \nGeneral guidelines:\n– The Mathews Visitor Center provides to-go snacks\, all equipment\, and route recommendations\, plus a post event pizza party! \n\n– All groups must be accompanied by an adult. You are responsible for your own transportation.\n– Pick your own route\, or do your Adopt-a-Highway road\, or we will have a list of roads for you.\n– Keep track of how many bags are collected\, and leave them on the side of the highway\, out of the way of pedestrian and road traffic.\n– What to wear: long pants\, waterproof boots\, long sleeves\, gloves.\n– What we supply: Gloves\, Bags\, Vests\, Grabbers\, Nets\nReturn Equipment by noon\, and you must report your work to the Mathews\nVisitor Center.\n\n**Keep track of how many bags you accumulated**
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/16850/
LOCATION:Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T203000
DTSTAMP:20260428T163921
CREATED:20241015T190156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T190156Z
UID:16874-1731090600-1731097800@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Mathews Music Department's Dinner & A Show
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mathews Music Department for Dinner and A Show\, in the Thomas Hunter/ MES Cafeteria. \nTickets are $10 per adult\, and $5 for children 5-12. Children under 5 eat free! \nPurchase tickets from a music student\, or from the Mathews High front office\, or by emailing mgivens@mathews.k12.va.us!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-music-departments-dinner-a-show/
LOCATION:Thomas Hunter Middle School\,  387 Church Street\, Mathews\, VA\,  23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Live Music,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T163921
CREATED:20241104T180109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T180151Z
UID:16988-1731506400-1731510000@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Fall General Membership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join the Friends of the Mathews Memorial Library for a Fall General Membership Meeting. There will be a presentation by Pam Muffleman on the History of Williams Wharf. \nThere is a hybrid option available at tinyurl.com/2s3nc6nv.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/fall-general-membership-meeting/
LOCATION:Mathews Memorial Library\, 251 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational,History,Library Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Mathews Memorial Library":MAILTO:friendsofmathewslibrary@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T210000
DTSTAMP:20260428T163921
CREATED:20241104T175117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T175117Z
UID:16985-1731519000-1731531600@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:A Turkish Feast: A Progressive Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Bay School on November 13 for a Progressive Dinner Party celebrating Turkish cuisine.\nThe festivities begin at 5:30 with appetizers and Yeni Raki Cocktails at The Bay School. You will have first chance to shop the Holiday Pop-Up Shop while you sip and mingle.\n\nAt 6:00\, we will walk to The White Dog Bistro to savor a four-course authentic Turkish dinner with the entree of your choice. Your dinner includes two glasses of Turkish wine. A cash bar will also be open.\n\nTickets are $135 per person for members\, $145 per person for non-members.\n\nTurkish Progressive Dinner Menu:\n\nFirst Course (Seated) Salad\nTraditional Vegetable Salad with Marinated Tomato\, Cucumber\, Mediterranean Olives\, Sweet Pepper\, Walnuts and Currants. Served with Toasted Flatbread and Seasoned Olive Oil.\n\nSecond Course (Seated) Soup\nTraditional Mercimek Corbasi (Vegan Red Lentil Soup)\n\nThird Course Entrée Selections\n1. Marinated Chicken Şiş Kebobs2. Ground Lamb Şiş Kebobs3. Shrimp Şiş Kebobs4. Pan Fried Hot Eggplant with Roasted Peppers\, Roasted Tomatoes\, and Roasted Chickpeas in Garlic Sauce\nEntrée service will be accompanied by a trio of Turkish Dolloping Sauces suitable for all Entrées: Hayderi Yogurt Sauce\, Ezme Tomato and Chili Sauce\, and Muhammara Red Pepper/Walnut Sauce along with printed menu descriptions at each place setting.\nEntrées will be served with Turkish Styled Rice (Basmati and Toasted Orzo with Spices\, Apricot\, and Toasted Almonds)\n\nFourth Course Dessert\nHomemade Sour Cherry & Goat Cheese Ice Cream with Warm Baklava and Toasted Pistachio Crumbles (Optional)(Vegan Raspberry Sorbet with Pistachio Crumbles available upon request).\n\nTwo tickets good for two 5 oz. glasses of featured Turkish Wines (one red and one white are included; you will receive them upon arrival at The White Dog.\n\nMosaic images above by artist Collette Mann\, on view now in the Art Speaks Gallery and online.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/a-turkish-feast-a-progressive-dinner/
LOCATION:Bay School Community Arts Center\, 279 Main Street \, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Food & Drink
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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:20241123T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241123T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T163921
CREATED:20240311T150953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T161532Z
UID:15974-1732352400-1732366800@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Thanksgiving Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mathews Main Street Committee for a special Thanksgiving holiday Farmers Market!  \nGive thanks for your local farmers\, artisans\, and bakers by filling your holiday tables with locally produced seasonal specials. \nThanksgiving Turkey Giveaway donated by Our Lil Gang Farms! Purchase tickets\, $3.00\, at the Mathews Memorial Library\, MCVIC\, and the Farmers Market. The winner will be chosen at the end of the November 23rd market. There will be more vendor raffles during the market too! \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. 
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/thanksgiving-farmers-market-4/
LOCATION:Courthouse Square\, Court St\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food & Drink,Holiday/ Seasonal,Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241129T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241129T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T163921
CREATED:20240909T232806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T153225Z
UID:16745-1732874400-1732899600@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Made in Mathews Open Studio Tour
DESCRIPTION:The Made In Mathews Open Studio Tour offers the opportunity to visit and interact with an accomplished and varied group of working artists and artisans\, each practicing thier chosen craft amongst the beautiful rivers and bays of historic Mathews County\, Virginia. Our member artists and artisans benefit from a remarkably diverse range of skills\, mediums\, backgrounds that are as unique as the people who call Mathews County their home.   \nCollectively they produce a staggering array of fine art\, textiles\, traditional crafts\, furniture\, jewelry\, home and body products\, glass and sculpture\, every piece authentic and handmade right here in Mathews County.   \nThe 2024 Made in Mathews Studio Tour will take place:\n \n\nNov. 29: 10-5 pm\nNov. 30: 10-5pm\nDec. 1: 12-5pm *Artists Sunday*\nDec. 7: 10-5pm\nDec. 8: 12-5pm\n\nWith the addition of the second weekend\, we hope to spread the attendance out so everyone has a chance to come enjoy the Open Studios!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/made-in-mathews-open-studio-tour-4/
LOCATION:Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Shows,Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Holiday/ Seasonal
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ORGANIZER;CN="Made in Mathews Open Studio Tour":MAILTO:melanieprocopio@msn.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241209
DTSTAMP:20260428T163921
CREATED:20241106T190946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T190946Z
UID:17002-1733529600-1733702399@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Annual Rockfish Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Join the Rotary Club and Morningstar Marina in this year’s Annual Rockfish Tournament! With a first prize of $2\,000\, and $4\,000 guaranteed cash prizes\, you can win some Christmas money\, catch some rockfish\, and support a great local organization! \nCaptain Registration is from 5-7 pm on 12/6! $200/ boat entry fee with unlimited anglers.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/annual-rockfish-tournament/
LOCATION:Morningstar Marinas\, 249 Mill Point Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241208T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T163921
CREATED:20241107T174445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T174445Z
UID:17005-1733670000-1733677200@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Community Christmas Singalong & Concert
DESCRIPTION:Join the Central Village Homemakers for their annual Community Christmas Singalong and Concert\, with singing and fun from 3-4 pm\, and a cookie social from 4-5 pm! This event is free and open to the public- bring the kids and have a great time!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/community-christmas-singalong-concert/
LOCATION:Central United Methodist Church\, 121 Church St\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Holiday/ Seasonal,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T163921
CREATED:20241209T171938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T171938Z
UID:17090-1734015600-1734019200@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:A Gift of Sharing
DESCRIPTION:Nothing says Christmas better than sharing goodies prepared by friends and neighbors. Local bakers are invited to make and share cookies with those who receive Meals on Wheels as a special holiday treat! Bring your cookies and assist in preparing a cookie gift bags while enjoying tea and cookies!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/a-gift-of-sharing/
LOCATION:Mathews Memorial Library\, 251 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Library Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Memorial Library":MAILTO:staff@mathewslibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T190000
DTSTAMP:20260428T163921
CREATED:20241119T160535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T183525Z
UID:17042-1734109200-1734116400@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Main Street Holiday Night Market & Tree Lighting
DESCRIPTION:Shops will be open until 7 pm\, with refreshments. \nPick up a punch-card and find the hidden blue crabs in each shop\, and be entered into a drawing for a family prize basket. \nCarolers will sing along the streets\, and Santa will be taking appearances throughout town! \nJoin the carolers for hot chocolate\, winner announcements\, and tree lighting at Westville Church at 7 pm!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/main-street-holiday-night-market-tree-lighting/
LOCATION:Mathews Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Holiday/ Seasonal,Outdoor,Shopping,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T163921
CREATED:20240311T151154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T151154Z
UID:15976-1734166800-1734181200@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Christmas Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mathews Main Street Committee for a special Christmas holiday Farmers Market!  \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. 
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/christmas-farmers-market-2/
LOCATION:Courthouse Square\, Court St\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Community Events,Food & Drink,Holiday/ Seasonal
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T163921
CREATED:20240926T145029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T145152Z
UID:16817-1734181200-1734188400@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Mathews Christmas Parade 2024
DESCRIPTION:This year’s Mathews Christmas Parade theme is “Blue Crab Christmas!” The parade will be held on Saturday December 14\, at 1 PM! \nThere is no rain date if the parade is cancelled due to inclement weather\, and the parade will take place rain or shine. \nPrizes will be awarded for the best entry in each of the following categories: Civic\, Animal\, Walking Unit\, School\, Commercial\, Motorized\, Church\, Parade Theme\, and Antique Vehicle. \nThe parade will run from Thomas Hunter Middle School to Chesapeake Bank. \nDirectly following the parade\, Santa will greet children at the Mathews County Visitor & Information Center at 239 Main Street. \nAnyone interested in participating\, please fill out the attached registration form (2024 Parade Registration) and submit it to mathewsvisitorcenter@gmail.com\, or drop it off at the Mathews Visitor Center.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-xmas-parade/
LOCATION:Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Holiday/ Seasonal,Outdoor,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews County Visitor &amp%3B Information Center":MAILTO:mathewsvisitorcenter@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T163921
CREATED:20241121T173724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T173724Z
UID:17049-1734184800-1734192000@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:The Grinch is Coming to the Cottage!
DESCRIPTION:Stop by Roane’s Antiques at the Cottage after the parade for a complimentary family photo with none other than… THE GRINCH!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/the-grinch-is-coming-to-the-cottage/
LOCATION:Roane’s Antiques at the Cottage\, 291 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Holiday/ Seasonal,Shopping,Youth
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250125
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250126
DTSTAMP:20260428T163921
CREATED:20241211T025558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T025558Z
UID:17103-1737763200-1737849599@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Piankatank Ruritan Club's Brunswick Stew Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/piankatank-ruritan-clubs-brunswick-stew-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Piankatank Ruritan Club\, 7138 Buckley Hall Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food & Drink
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ORGANIZER;CN="Piankatank Ruritan Club":MAILTO:timothy.roscher@voyafa.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250128T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250128T180000
DTSTAMP:20260428T163921
CREATED:20241203T144131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T145853Z
UID:17066-1738067400-1738087200@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/red-cross-blood-drive-9/
LOCATION:Piankatank Ruritan Club\, 7138 Buckley Hall Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Health & Fitness
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