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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230527T170000
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SUMMARY:Roaring Twenties Silent Auction
DESCRIPTION:Join Zoll Vineyards for their Roaring Twenties party inspired by “The Great Gatsby”— this will be an event that really pulls out all the stops! \nThis is an exciting way to celebrate togetherness and help raise money for the Gloucester Mathews Humane Society. \nDon’t forget to dress to impress! Tickets include entry\, a three course meal\, silent auction with items from local businesses\, and live music by Good Shot Judy!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/roaring-twenties-silent-auction/
LOCATION:Zoll Vineyards\, 10309 Vineyard Rd.\, Dutton\, VA\, 23050\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food & Drink,Live Music
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SUMMARY:Memorial Day Weekend Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:The Mathews Historical Museum will team with the Retired Officers of Mathews County Association (ROMCA) to present a memorabilia display over the Memorial Day Weekend! \nThe display will be open to the public at no charge.  It will consist of a wide variety of unique and personalized items reflecting ROMCA members’ military service during the past 75 years.  There will be a ROMCA member present for all the sessions to answer questions\, and also to provide information concerning ROMCA. \nThe museum\, will be open Saturday (10AM-2PM)\, Sunday (12-4PM)\, and Monday\, Memorial Day (10AM-2PM). For more information\, contact Joe Syslo at joesyslo@verizon.net
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/memorial-day-weekend-exhibit/
LOCATION:Mathews Museum\, 200 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,History
ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Museum":MAILTO:mathewsvamuseum@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230527
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230528
DTSTAMP:20260604T185549
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SUMMARY:Flags for Heroes
DESCRIPTION:Flags will be displayed from Memorial Day weekend through Independence Day (5/27- 7/7) in the field by the HRSD building on Main Street. \nHonor your hero by sponsoring a flag! A hero is anyone important in your life\, whether they be: veterans\, military\, first responders (fire\, EMT\, law enforcement)\, healthcare workers\, teachers\, friends\, family members\, civic organizations\, or others. If you are unsure of whom to honor\, you can choose to recognize all who protect our country! \nVisit the website below to sponsor a hero!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/flags-for-heroes/
LOCATION:Mathews Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230506T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230506T160000
DTSTAMP:20260604T185549
CREATED:20230330T122855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230330T150516Z
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SUMMARY:May Faire 2023
DESCRIPTION:The Mathews Historical Museum is hosting its 5th Annual Spring Heritage Festival – May Faire 2023! \nMay Day Festivals were commonplace in Mathews from early 1900s to the 1980s. The Mathews Historical Museum reintroduced the festival concept in 2017\, renaming it “May Faire.” Each year May Faire honors the heritage of Mathews County\, providing residents and visitors an opportunity to explore a different theme from the County’s past. The theme for May Faire 2023 is “Celebrating Teachers\, Schools and Community: Over a Hundred Years of Public Education in Mathews County.” \nActivities will take place both on Court House Green and the Museum. Join us for new exhibits in the museum that will honor teachers\, administrators and staff along with a photo display focusing on the historic schools of the county and exhibits of school memorabilia. “Conversations with our Teachers\,” where Mathews residents whose livelihoods centered around public schools\, will share their life experiences with us. \nThere will be a traditional May Pole Dance\, musical entertainment\, arts & crafts booths\, a children’s corner and our traditional pound cake contest! \nFor additional information\, visit the Mathews Historical Museum’s website\, listed below.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/may-faire-2023/
LOCATION:Mathews Museum\, 200 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Museum":MAILTO:mathewsvamuseum@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230429T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230429T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T185549
CREATED:20230411T131913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230411T131913Z
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SUMMARY:Let's Farm!
DESCRIPTION:Farm Tour – get ideas: \n\nBeekeeping Basics\nSeed Starting 101\nStarting your Gardens – tips & hacks\nGrowing your own Healing Herbs\nChick Care\nDiscovery Weed Walk\n\nTickets are available on the website’s “Farm Events” page. \nCA & J Farm is proud to be a Kiwanis Farm!\nThe Mathews Kiwanis will be joing CA & J Farm\, working with the Kinship Club\, creating & building…Projects & Smiles! The Kiwanis do this well!\nhttps://www.kiwanis.org/home\nhttps://www.facebook.com/MathewsVAKiwanis
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/lets-farm/
LOCATION:C.A. & J Farms\, 5620 East River Rd.\, Foster\, VA\, 23056\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational,Health & Fitness,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="C.A. & J Farm":MAILTO:cajfarm@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T170000
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SUMMARY:Earth Day Community Drum Circle
DESCRIPTION:Drumming\, singing\, prayers and fun around the fire! There will be Farm Puppets for children\, and an interactive activity of creating a Nature Mandala in the sand! There will be health snacks and drinks\, plus drums provided\, no experience needed. \nNo tickets required\, just show up… $10 donation for anyone over the age of 12. \n 
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/earth-day-community-drum-circle/
LOCATION:C.A. & J Farms\, 5620 East River Rd.\, Foster\, VA\, 23056\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Educational,Live Music,Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230414T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230414T183000
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SUMMARY:Movie Night at the Museum: BLUE GOLD
DESCRIPTION:On the second Friday of each month\, the Mathews Historical Museum hosts a movie that is of historical or general interest to the public. \n\nApril’s movie\, BLUE GOLD:World Water Wars\, is a 2008 documentary film directed\, co-produced and co-written by Sam Bozzo\, based upon the book\, Blue Gold: the Fight to Stop the Corporate Theft of the World’s Water\, by Maude Barlow and Tony Clark.  The book examines the environmental and political implications of our planet’s diminishing water supply\, suggesting that future wars will be fought over the issue of water availability. \n\nThere is no charge for this event.  Doors open at 6:30 and the show begins at 7:00.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/movie-night-at-the-museum-blue-gold/
LOCATION:Mathews Museum\, 200 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Museum":MAILTO:mathewsvamuseum@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230414T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230414T150000
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SUMMARY:Markets on Main
DESCRIPTION:Join us on 3rd Saturdays\, April through August \nApril 15th kicks off our 2023 season\, with live music from Ami Baker on the Historic Courthouse from 11 AM – 2 PM\, and Gabe Westergren at the Bay School from 1 PM – 3 PM! The Bay School is also hosting its annual Raku Firing Fundraiser at the same time as Markets on Main on Saturday- it’s $30 to glaze and fire your own bowl\, and you can watch the whole process! Bring a chair and sit in the backyard while your bowl is in the kiln while listening to the live music and enjoying some coffee or cocoa! See the Bay School’s website for more details and to reserve your spot! \nMarkets on Main features the Saturday Farmers Market\, Boutique Vendors and Retailers along Main Street\, Artisan Market and special events at the Bay School Community Arts Center\, Live Music and Entertainment\, and Food Specials! \nThis is a partnership between downtown organizations hosted by the Mathews Main Street Committee\, Mathews Visitor Center\, Bay School Community Arts Center and numerous retail store\, and sponsored by the Mathews Economic Development Authority and Chesapeake Bank!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/markets-on-main-3/
LOCATION:Mathews Historic Courthouse\, 27 Court Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230408T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230408T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T185549
CREATED:20230327T190148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230327T190148Z
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SUMMARY:Let's Farm Day!
DESCRIPTION:This Let’s Farm Day will focus on: beekeeping basics\, seed starting 101\, organic growing basics – how to get your gardens started\, planning & growing your own herbal medicine gardens. We will have new Chicks on the Farm and will talk a bit about caring for new Chicks. We will start with a quick tour of our Farm before we start the Sharing & Learning! There will be a Discovery Weed Walk too! \nThere will be light refreshments out\, but it’s always a good idea to bring your water! \n$25 per Family\, FREE to GROW CLUB MEMBERS. \nGet your tickets on the link below or the Farm Events page on the website. \n  \n*Our next Let’s Farm Day\, Aug. 12th will focus on Chicken Care -how to hatch your own chicks and chicks will be hatching out for you to view\, We will also discuss Rabbits\, Ducks & Dogs*\, there will be a demo on how to humanely slaughter poultry too and how to prepare the meat for the freezer.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/lets-farm-day/
LOCATION:C.A. & J Farms\, 5620 East River Rd.\, Foster\, VA\, 23056\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="C.A. & J Farm":MAILTO:cajfarm@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230401T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230401T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T185549
CREATED:20230308T202623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230308T203118Z
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SUMMARY:Breakfast with the Easter Bunny
DESCRIPTION:Call now to reserve your seat for Breakfast with the Easter Bunny! $10/ person. \nGoldieWard’s Photography will be taking pictures with the Easter Bunny for $10.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/breakfast-with-the-easter-bunny/
LOCATION:827 Ridge Road\, Cobbs Creek\, VA 23035\, 827 Ridge Road\, Cobbs Creek\, VA\, 23035\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food & Drink,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal Occasions & Catering":MAILTO:occasionsroyal@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230207T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230207T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T185549
CREATED:20230207T215808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230207T215808Z
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SUMMARY:Movie Night at the Museum: Grand Opening Night!
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the red carpet at the grand opening and viewing of: \nHAPPY HOMES and FERTILE FARMS on SMILING WATERS \nAn original movie\, originally produced in 1999 by longtime county resident Eugene C. Hudgins\, who narrates the film. Mathews County was the subject of his interest for many years. The history of the area was a special love of his and as he shows and talks about the county\, one can feel the love and pride that he has for it. The Museum is proud and pleased to showcase this movie. \n6:00     Doors open for reception. Refreshments/popcorn provided.  There is no cost for this event. \n6:30     Welcome by Movie Night Chair\, Tom Robinson\, and Coles Hudgins\, son of movie producer Eugene C. Hudgins\, has agreed to join us and speak about his father and the genesis of the film. \n7:00     Movie begins! Please allow enough time in your schedule to view the film which runs for 111 minutes.  “So sit back and enjoy\,” as Mr. Hudgins urges in his video. \n  \nFamily and friends are welcome!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/movie-night-at-the-museum-grand-opening-night/
LOCATION:Mathews Museum\, 200 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Museum":MAILTO:mathewsvamuseum@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221210T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221210T140000
DTSTAMP:20260604T185549
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LAST-MODIFIED:20221017T172314Z
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SUMMARY:Mathews Christmas Parade
DESCRIPTION:The 2022 Mathews Christmas Parade will\nbe held on Saturday\, December 10th at 1:00 p.m.\n\nParade Theme: “Fishing you a Merry Christmas!”\n\n\nConsider joining us in making this a memorable event for our community. A holiday favorite you don’t want to miss! Parade route from Thomas Hunter Middle School to Chesapeake Bank’s NEW location (old Bank of America)\n\nApplications are available to pick up and drop off at the Mathews Visitor Center (239 Main Street) or send by mail to “Mathews Visitor Center”\, P.O. Box 1456\, Mathews\, VA 23109. DUE BY DECEMBER 1ST\, 2022. \nParade Registration 2022 (Click to Download and Print). \nSanta will then be available for visits after the parade at 2pm on the Sibley’s General Store front porch until 4:00pm! \n\nSponsored by the Mathews Visitor & Information Center\, 804-725-4229\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-christmas-parade-2/
LOCATION:Mathews Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221210T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221210T130000
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CREATED:20221116T165855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221116T165855Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:A VERY MERRY \nChristmas \nFARMERS MARKET \nA Holiday Celebration of Unique Gifts\,\nHandmade Goods\, and Gourmet Delights. \nSat.\, Dec. 10th\n9 a.m. – 1 p.m.\nHistoric Courthouse Green\nMathews\, Virginia \nSponsored by Mathews Main Street\nwww.mathewsmainstreet.org
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/christmas-farmers-market/
LOCATION:Mathews Historic Courthouse\, 27 Court Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T190000
DTSTAMP:20260604T185549
CREATED:20221201T165125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221201T165125Z
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SUMMARY:East River Lighted Christmas Boat Parade
DESCRIPTION:Come view the fun and funky East River holiday lighted boat parade from the boardwalk or pier at Williams Wharf Landing this Saturday 12/3.  Parade starts at 5:30 with a first pass by Williams Wharf at 6pm\, and a second after making the trip north to Town Point and back!  Free parking is available onsite\, fire pits to stay warm\, plus cookies and warm beverages available!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/east-river-lighted-christmas-boat-parade/
LOCATION:Williams Wharf\, 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:20221119T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221119T090000
DTSTAMP:20260604T185549
CREATED:20221109T143559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221109T144054Z
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SUMMARY:Thanksgiving Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:A SPECIAL HAPPY \nThanksgiving\nFARMERS MARKET \nSat.\, Nov. 19th\n9 a.m. – 1 p.m.\nHistoric Courthouse Green\nMathews\, Virginia \nLOCAL FOODS\, GIFTS\,\nCRAFTS\, & MORE! \nSponsored by Mathews Main Street Committee \nwww.mathewsmainstreet.org
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/thanksgiving-farmers-market-2/
LOCATION:Mathews Historic Courthouse\, 27 Court Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221001T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221001T140000
DTSTAMP:20260604T185549
CREATED:20220914T164841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220914T164841Z
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SUMMARY:Autumn on Main & Vintage Market
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, October 1\, 9am to 2pm\n\nThis year marks the third year of Autumn on Main & Vintage Market – An annual Fall welcoming in Mathews County\, Virginia! The 2022 Market will be October 1st. \nThis year’s event features a dozen vintage vendors selling high quality items such as furniture\, home decor\, jewelry\, collection items\, kitchenware\, refurbished crafts\, and so much more! \nAutumn on Main also features kids activities\, live music on Sibley’s porch\, pumpkins for sale\, the Saturday Mathews Farmers Market on the Court Green and plenty of shopping and restaurants downtown.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/autumn-on-main-vintage-market/
LOCATION:Mathews Visitor Center\, 239 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Live Music,Outdoor
ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews County Visitor &amp%3B Information Center":MAILTO:mathewsvisitorcenter@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T185549
CREATED:20220816T183511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220816T183511Z
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SUMMARY:Mathews Seafood Festival
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 24th\n\n2022 Festival is scheduled for Saturday\, September 24th! \nAbout the Festival\nEnjoy all-you-can-eat seafood and BBQ at this year’s 3rd Seafood Festival in Mathews! Additional drink tickets available from beer/wine vendor. \nThere will be live music against the beautiful back drop of the East River. The festival also features local craft vendors so make sure you bring cash as there will be no cards or ATM’s available at the Wharf! \nLive music by Good Shot Judy and Right on Band! \nTickets will go on sale later this year.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-seafood-festival-2/
LOCATION:Williams Wharf\, 1039 Williams Wharf Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food & Drink,Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220909T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220909T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T185549
CREATED:20190226T201049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T132323Z
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SUMMARY:Party at the Wharf
DESCRIPTION:Party at the Wharf\nFriday\, Sept. 9th\nKeep the party going at Williams Wharf for the 2nd Party at the Wharf event of the year. Come over from Mathews Market Days for food\, live music\, and plenty of dancing from 5pm-9pm. Enjoy the festivities waterside!\nBring cash for beer and wine bar and food truck! \n 
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/party-at-the-wharf-7/
LOCATION:Williams Wharf\, 1039 Williams Wharf Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food & Drink,Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Land Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mathewslandconservancy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220909T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220909T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T185549
CREATED:20220816T183259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220816T183259Z
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SUMMARY:Mathews Market Days
DESCRIPTION:September 9th & 10th\nMathews Market Days is one of Mathews County’s longest standing festivals and traditions. The weekend after labor day each year\, friends\, family and visitors reunite in Mathews to celebrate the artistic and creative culture of the middle peninsula. \nThis annual festival has been around for over 45 years\, celebrating the local artisans\, and cultural hub of the local Community. This is a fun family event that is worth a booking a weekend excursion for the whole family! \nThis annual festival overtakes the Historic Downtown Court House and downtown\, Mathews Main Street. Along Court Street you will find local food vendors\, frozen lemonade\, funnel cakes\, ice cream\, live music and performances.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-market-days-4/
LOCATION:Mathews Historic Courthouse\, 27 Court Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Live Music,Outdoor
ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Market Days Committee":MAILTO:mathewsmarketdays@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220704T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220704T220000
DTSTAMP:20260604T185549
CREATED:20220623T133018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220623T133018Z
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SUMMARY:July 4th Fireworks Show
DESCRIPTION:Location\, Date\, & Time\nThe annual Mathews 4th of July Fireworks Celebration will take place at Mathews High School on July 4th with a rain date of July 5th. Fireworks will begin around 9 p.m.. \nEntertainment & Refreshments\nStarting around 6:00 p.m.\, there will be entertainment and concessions available for purchase. Come early for some food\, fun\, and music; then at dusk help celebrate our notions birth with fireworks. \nParking\nParking is available at Mathews High School. A shuttle bus will be running from Thomas Hunter Middle School from 6:00 p.m. until 8:15 p.m\, returning visitors after the fireworks conclude.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/july-4th-fireworks-show-3/
LOCATION:Mathews High School\, 9889 Buckley Hall Rd\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220625T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220625T160000
DTSTAMP:20260604T185549
CREATED:20190226T203915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220526T160126Z
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SUMMARY:Gwynn's Island Festival
DESCRIPTION:Gwynn’s Island Festival\nSaturday\, June 25th\n  \nLast Saturday in June\, 9am to 4pm. \n  \nFestival has a variety of handmade crafts and local vendors. Festival will also feature live music\, Lord Dunmore skits\, food vendors\, and a kids zone!\n  \nThe event is located at the Gwynn’s Island Civic Center\, 1996 Old Ferry Rd.\, Gwynn\, VA 23066\n\n\n \n 
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/71st-annual-gwynns-island-festival/
LOCATION:Gwynn’s Island Festival\, 1996 Old Ferry Road\, Gwynn\, VA\, 23066\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Food & Drink
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220507T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220507T160000
DTSTAMP:20260604T185549
CREATED:20190226T202943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220329T132501Z
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SUMMARY:May Faire
DESCRIPTION:First Saturday in May\n\n\n \nKick off the Spring season with May Faire\, in Mathews County\, Virginia the first weekend of May every year; join us for a community heritage festival. This year’s festival will be held on Saturday\, May 7th on the Historic Courthouse Green. \n\n\n \nThe 2022 May Faire theme will be Celebrating Mathews Watermen. This year’s theme will be a tribute to those county residents who worked in the past and now work on the water: the oystermen\, fishermen\, crabbers\, clammers and the U.S. Coast Guard. \n\nFood trucks\, Vendors\, Music\, Ceremonies and Performances\nHonoring the Coast Guard at our opening ceremonies.\nHosting “Conversations\,” at the Court House\, with a cross-section of our watermen and women\, sharing their stories and their experiences with us.\nExhibits such as net making and crab pot making\, on the Court Green\nPhotographic Exhibits from Captain Robert Roland Hudgins\, a commercial fisherman and Captain Charles Lee Forrest\, a menhaden fisherman.\nCall for Photos and Stories of Local Watermen
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/may-faire-2/
LOCATION:Mathews Historic Courthouse\, 27 Court Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food & Drink,Front Page Featured,History,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Museum":MAILTO:mathewsvamuseum@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220416T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220416T113000
DTSTAMP:20260604T185549
CREATED:20220314T150041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220314T150041Z
UID:12653-1650106800-1650108600@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Community Easter Egg Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Mathews Community Easter Egg Hunt\nMathews Historic Court Green\nSaturday\, April 16th\, 11am SHARP! Ages 3-10\nRain or shine\, bring a basket\, your family\, and costumes welcome!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/community-easter-egg-hunt-2/
LOCATION:Mathews Historic Courthouse\, 27 Court Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Youth
ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews County Visitor &amp%3B Information Center":MAILTO:mathewsvisitorcenter@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220416T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220416T150000
DTSTAMP:20260604T185549
CREATED:20220314T204408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220314T204537Z
UID:12936-1650103200-1650121200@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Markets on Main
DESCRIPTION:Join us on 3rd Saturdays\, April through August\nMarkets on Main features the Saturday Farmers Market\, Boutique Vendors and Retailers along Main Street\, Artisan Market at the Bay School Community Arts Center\, Live Music and Entertainment at the Farmers Market and on the Sibley’s General Store porch\, and a food truck! \nStay tuned for additional information on featured musicians and vendors! \nEnjoy yourself a full day on Main Street\, and also enjoy the local museums\, Friends of the Library Book Store\, and many wonderful restaurants downtown. \nInterested in Being a Vendor?\nWould you like to be a vendor at this event? We’re seeking vintage\, boutique\, antique\, repurpose\, and retail inspired vendors in the region. Vendors are asked to set up from 10am to 3pm on the day of the event\, and pay a $10 fee. If your items are “made\, baked or grown” please contact the Mathews Farmers Market.  \nTo be a vendor at Markets on Main\, email: Mathewsvisitorcenter@gmail.com for more information.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/markets-on-main-2/
LOCATION:Mathews Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Food & Drink,Live Music,Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220409T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220409T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T185549
CREATED:20220314T193617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220314T193617Z
UID:12666-1649491200-1649505600@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Spring Community Litter Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:How to Participate: Sign up Here \nYou can sign up for the cleanup by emailing mathewsvisitorcenter@gmail.com \nPlan ahead and gather family or a neighbor to help with your efforts. Call 804-725-4229 or email mathewsvisitorcenter@gmail.com with any questions. \nYou will receive two free meals during the date of the cleanup including breakfast to-go\, and a pizza party lunch! \nFor Adopt-a-Highway or Small Community Groups\, we ask that ONE or TWO group leaders from your cleanup group be responsible for picking up and dropping off cleanup supplies to MCVIC\, and distributing them carefully among your participating members. Groups should separate themselves along cleanup routes and avoid gathering. \nLet us know how many family members will be participating in your cleanup. \nDecide on a route of your choosing\, or MCVIC will provide you with a list of high-priority areas in Mathews the morning of the event. \nPick up your supplies between 8am to 9am at Sibley’s General Store. We provide trash bags\, vests and 1-2 nets per group. Read more about what to wear and expect here. \nSign up Here
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/spring-community-litter-cleanup/
LOCATION:Mathews Visitor Center\, 239 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Outdoor
ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews County Visitor &amp%3B Information Center":MAILTO:mathewsvisitorcenter@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220402T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220402T130000
DTSTAMP:20260604T185549
CREATED:20210323T173734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220321T141628Z
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SUMMARY:Mathews Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:The Market takes place every Saturday\, April through October on the Courthouse Green from 9am to 1pm. \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.  \nBe sure to check 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’s all part of the regular fare at the market. \nMark your calendar for Special Holiday Markets: \nThanksgiving Farmers Market: November 19th\, 2022\nChristmas Farmers Market: December 10th\, 2022
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-farmers-market-7/
LOCATION:Mathews Historic Courthouse\, 27 Court Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Food & Drink,Front Page Featured,Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220212T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220212T190000
DTSTAMP:20260604T185549
CREATED:20220124T165059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220124T165059Z
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SUMMARY:7th Annual Chili Cook-Off
DESCRIPTION:Chili Cook-Off\nMathews Rotary Club presents the 7th Annual Chili Cook-Off!\nFebruary 21\, 2022\n4:30pm-7pm\nPiankatank Ruritan Club \nTickets are $15 and include all you can eat chili\, cornbread\, soft drinks and dessert. Adult beverages and take-home quarts of chili are available for purchase. \nTickets available from participating members of Rotary or online at\nmathewsrotaryclub.org
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/7th-annual-chili-cook-off/
LOCATION:Piankatank Ruritan Club\, 7138 Buckley Hall Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food & Drink
ORGANIZER;CN="Piankatank Ruritan Club":MAILTO:timothy.roscher@voyafa.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211210T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211210T160000
DTSTAMP:20260604T185549
CREATED:20211112T170245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221116T170050Z
UID:12324-1639126800-1639152000@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Mathews Historical Museum Christmas Indoor Bazaar
DESCRIPTION:An indoor bazaar featuring local craft vendors\, offering goods such as baked items and hand crafted items suitable for Christmas giving.\nThe Museum will also offer takeout chili in quarts\, at $6\, as well as a “dine in” option of a hotdog with chili\, chips\, water. Takeout orders must\nbe ordered via www.mathewsvamuseum.org   by December 8 at 5:00 p.m.\n\nShop one-of-a-kind items—baked goods\, holiday greens\, jewelry\, carved wood items—all created by local artisans.\n\n\nALSO the Museum if hosting “Soup to Go” Offered at the Mathews Museum’s Holiday  Bazaar \n\nFreshly made seafood chowder from a recipe inspired by Mathews County’s Southwind Restaurant\, and cornbread provided by local Richardson’s\nRestaurant are on the take-out menu at the Museum’s 3rd Annual Christmas Bazaar\, Friday and Saturday\, December 9 & 10\, 9:00am until 5:00 pm.\nPre-orders required by December 1 at www.Mathewsvamuseum.org\, $10\, and $13 at the door as supplies last.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-historical-museum-christmas-indoor-bazaar/
LOCATION:Mathews Museum\, 200 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Food & Drink
ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Museum":MAILTO:mathewsvamuseum@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211204T130000
DTSTAMP:20260604T185549
CREATED:20211203T185428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211203T185428Z
UID:12365-1638612000-1638622800@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:2021 Mathews Market Days Poster Sale
DESCRIPTION:The Mathews Market Days Committee is proud to present the artwork of the late Mr. W. Langley Deagle\, Sr. featured on this year’s Mathews Market Days poster.\nLangley was a graduate of Mathews High School\, a graphic artist for the Naval Weapons Station\, and also known for having painted the names on many boats in and around the Mathews County area. His work expanded from on boats to paintings on canvas\, drawings on paper\, and more\, primarily showcasing his love for birds and the Chesapeake Bay. The 2021 Mathews Market Days poster features Langley’s painting of a local buyboat\, the “Lavenia H.”\n\nMrs. Janet Deagle will be present on Saturday\, December 4th from 10 AM – 1 PM along with some of their children to honor Langley’s artwork and legacy during the first sale of this year’s poster.\n\nThere will be 175 posters available for sale with a limited number signed.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/2021-mathews-market-days-poster-sale/
LOCATION:Bay School Community Arts Center\, 279 Main Street \, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Market Days Committee":MAILTO:mathewsmarketdays@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211126T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211126T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T185549
CREATED:20200217T173418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211119T183625Z
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SUMMARY:Made in Mathews Open Studio Tour
DESCRIPTION:2021 Open Studio Tour Weekends:\nFriday\, November 26th\, 2021 10 am-5 pm\nSaturday\, November 27th\, 2021 10 am-5 pm\nSunday\, November 29th\, 2021\, Noon – 5 pm\nSaturday\, December 4th\, 2021 10am-5pm\nSunday\, December 5th\, 2021 \nYour favorite annual Thanksgiving tour is growing! Artists open their studios these weekends throughout Mathews and you can take a driving tour of the county and experience art demonstrations\, and shop various art forms such as pottery\, jewelry\, paintings\, woodworks\, and more. The Open Studio Tour will now be offered the weekend after Thanksgiving\, and first weekend of December where you can visit the studios of nearly a dozen talented Mathews artisans. \nGet some of your holiday shopping done by supporting local and #shoppingsmall. \nFind out more information about the MIM Open Studio Tour Here.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/made-in-mathews-open-studio-tour/
LOCATION:Mathews Visitor Center\, 239 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Shows,Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Front Page Featured
ORGANIZER;CN="Made in Mathews Open Studio Tour":MAILTO:melanieprocopio@msn.com
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