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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T210000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240427T213000
DTSTAMP:20260429T014830
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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240504
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240505
DTSTAMP:20260429T014830
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SUMMARY:May Faire 2024: A Rural Life
DESCRIPTION:May Faire 2024: A Rural Life\, will explore our county’s history—farming fishing and families—from the past to the present\, in a County Fair atmosphere! This year’s May Faire children’s corner will be hosted by the local Kiwanis Club and will feature a midway of games with electric basketball\, rubber duckies\, hatching baby chickens brought to us by CA & J Farm\, a petting zoo area\, a Hungarian pig and an archaeological dig sponsored by Fairfield Foundation. \nInside the Museum there will be special exhibits relative to Mathews’ history\, a quilt and juried crafts\, jams and jellies judging\, and outside on the Court Green there will be educational as well as vendor booths.  And music and food all day.  Bring the family and enjoy the day! \nNOTE: As May Faire will include jams\, jellies\, and canned goods judging\, we are asking that you set aside some products now\, as it is too early in May for these products to be produced.  Thank you!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/may-faire-2024-a-rural-life/
LOCATION:Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Museum":MAILTO:mathewsvamuseum@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T014830
CREATED:20240423T162126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T162126Z
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SUMMARY:Bids for Kids Annual Spring Auction Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Join the Gloucester Montessori School for a Spring Auction Fundraiser at Hyco House. There will be a cash bar available\, a charcuterie table\, catered dinner from Olivia’s\, fresh local oysters and live music!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/bids-for-kids-annual-spring-auction-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Hyco House\, 10941 Buckley Hall Rd\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food & Drink,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T180000
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CREATED:20240416T132018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T132018Z
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SUMMARY:'The Greatest Show' Recital
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mathews Dance Studio for their annual recital\, “The Greatest Show”- a circus-themed performance that combines the music from Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey’s Circus with “The Greatest Showman”.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/the-greatest-show-recital/
LOCATION:Harry M. Ward Auditorium  – Mathews High School\, 9889 Buckley Hall Rd\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T213000
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SUMMARY:Colby Helms & the Virginia Creepers
DESCRIPTION:At the bottom of the Southwest Virginia foothills half-a-mile from the nearest neighbor\, 21-year-old Colby T. Helms resides in an “underground house” built by his late father on land his family has owned for generations. Colby first dreamed of making music his life at age 12\, when a group of Blue Ridge Mountain old-time and bluegrass players performed songs like The Ozark Mountain Daredevils’ “Standing On The Rock” and the gospel classic “A Beautiful Life” at his father’s funeral in Boones Mill\, VA. To make his dream a reality\, he taught himself guitar\, banjo\, and mandolin by watching local performers and YouTube videos.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/colby-helms-the-virginia-creepers/
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:20240518T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T170000
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CREATED:20240430T023634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T023634Z
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SUMMARY:25th Annual Tour de Chesapeake
DESCRIPTION:Located in Mathews\, VA\, on the beautiful Chesapeake Bay\, the Tour de Chesapeake cycling event\, now in its 25th year\, offers rural\, flat roads that all lead to water. \nThere are 4 concise routes\, each around 25 miles\, which take cyclists from our own Gwynn’s Island to Bethel Beach to the New Point Lighthouse.  Each route has fully stocked rest stops\, SAG support and lovely views galore! \nYou may ride any route as many times as you like to add up the miles! \nWe are the only ride that offers a WATER TAXI on an authentic Chesapeake Bay Deadrise within one of the routes!  Our ride culminates on Saturday evening with a Seafood Feast and Party at the Wharf\, at the Riverfront Pavilion at historic Williams Wharf Landing.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/25th-annual-tour-de-chesapeake/
LOCATION:Williams Wharf\, 1039 Williams Wharf Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Health & Fitness,Outdoor,Sports
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Land Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mathewslandconservancy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T140000
DTSTAMP:20260429T014830
CREATED:20240415T154725Z
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SUMMARY:Great Big Flea Market & Yard Sale
DESCRIPTION:Join the Piankatank Puritan Club for their Great Big Flea Market and Yard Sale!\n\nInquiries for table spaces can be directed Tim Roscher at troscher@verizon.net or 757-650-2758.\n\nSet up for inside vendors will be on Friday from 6-8pm\, and again on Saturday beginning at 7am.  Outside vendors can setup Saturday at 7am\nInside booth space includes one 8ft table and 2 chairs for $20\, or multiple table can be purchased for $20. Each space is approximately 10ftx4ft. Outside space is $15\, no table or chairs provided and space is equal to what is available inside. \nApplication available here: \nFlea Market registration
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/great-big-flea-market-yard-sale/
LOCATION:Piankatank Ruritan Club\, 7138 Buckley Hall Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Community Events,Shopping
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ORGANIZER;CN="Piankatank Ruritan Club":MAILTO:timothy.roscher@voyafa.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T014830
CREATED:20240415T163425Z
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SUMMARY:MHS Athletics Presents... Comedy Night!
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mathews High School Athletics Department for Comedy Night\, featuring Tom Holaday\, Sonya King and Sid Bridge! Tickets are $15 in advance\, or $20 at the door\, and can be purchased at MHS\, Howard-Dooley Care\, Mathews Pharmacy and Morgan & Edwards Real Estate.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mhs-athletics-presents-comedy-night/
LOCATION:Harry M. Ward Auditorium at Mathews High School\, 9889 Buckley Hall Road\, Mathews \, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Business,Community Events,Sports
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240524T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240524T150000
DTSTAMP:20260429T014830
CREATED:20240510T164741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T164819Z
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SUMMARY:Gigantic Yard Sale
DESCRIPTION:Join the Central Village Homemakers at the Reno Farm House in North for their Gigantic Yard Sale! There will be clothing\, jewelry\, and so much more!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/gigantic-yard-sale/
LOCATION:Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Shopping
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240525T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240525T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T014830
CREATED:20240415T165035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T165035Z
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SUMMARY:Donk's Oldies Show (50s/60s)
DESCRIPTION:This show is sure to take you back in time to the “good ol’ days” of country and rock and roll from the decades of the 50’s and 60’s!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/donks-oldies-show-50s-60s/
LOCATION:Harry M. Ward Auditorium  – Mathews High School\, 9889 Buckley Hall Rd\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Virginia's Li'l Ole Opry":MAILTO:vaopry@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T014830
CREATED:20240505T230251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T191449Z
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SUMMARY:3rd Annual Party with a Purpose
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mathews Rotary Club for its 3rd annual Party with a Purpose! \nThis year’s event benefits The Owens Center at the Mathews Land Conservancy\, and features music by the Roadducks\, and food by On the Flip Side and Coastal Thirst! \nTickets include one drink\, and can be purchased at MCVIC\, Chesapeake Bay\, Haskins Bayside Auto\, and from all Mathews Rotarians.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/3rd-annual-party-with-a-purpose/
LOCATION:Williams Wharf\, 1039 Williams Wharf Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Live Music,Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T014830
CREATED:20240515T023926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T023926Z
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SUMMARY:Soothin' Summer Sounds
DESCRIPTION:Featuring the Virginia Symphony Orchestra’s Ambrosia Quartet.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/soothin-summer-sounds/
LOCATION:Friends of the Mathews Memorial Library\, 68 Maple Avenue\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Memorial Library":MAILTO:staff@mathewslibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T213000
DTSTAMP:20260429T014830
CREATED:20240328T195311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T195311Z
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SUMMARY:The English Channel
DESCRIPTION:America’s premier British Invasion band performing British pop\, rock & prog hits of the mid 60’s & 70’s\, faithfully recreated to sound just like the original recordings\, just like you remember.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/the-english-channel/
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:20240609T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240609T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T014830
CREATED:20240426T020010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T201125Z
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SUMMARY:Saltwater Learn to Fish Day
DESCRIPTION:Fishing & Learning Stations\, children will be required to wear life jackets while fishing.  \nParticipants will be asked to sign a waiver.  \nRefreshments provided!  \nRain or Shine (the fish don’t care)! 
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/saltwater-learn-to-fish-day/
LOCATION:Williams Wharf Landing\, 1039 Williams Wharf Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational,Outdoor,Sports,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Land Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mathewslandconservancy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240609T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240609T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T014830
CREATED:20240515T024741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T024741Z
UID:16267-1717938000-1717948800@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Family Port Fun Day!
DESCRIPTION:Join Mathews Parks & Facilities for a Family Fun Day at Port Fun Park! There will be activities on the new basketball courts\, lessons and play time on the pickleball courts\, an adult fitness trail\, playground activities and the Mathews Memorial Library’s Trail Tales! There will also be vendor giveaways and snow cones from Pelican’s Snoballs.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/family-port-fun-day/
LOCATION:Port Fun Park\, 9763 Buckley Hall Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Outdoor,Sports,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T014830
CREATED:20240529T181535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T181535Z
UID:16277-1718305200-1718312400@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Presentation: General James Henry Lane: Soldier & Educator
DESCRIPTION:Dr. John A. Coulter II will give a public presentation entitled\, “General James Henry Lane: Soldier and Educator” on Thursday\, June 13\, 2024. He will speak at 7 p.m. at Mathews Memorial Library\, 251 Main Street\, Mathews. \nGeneral James Henry Lane\, a Mathews County native\, was the youngest general in the Army of Northern Virginia. After graduating from VMI\, he received a Master’s degree from UVA and worked at six military schools before and after the Civil War. He was commander of the brigade that became known as “Lee’s Immortals” and is considered the Father of the Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets. \nMathews County Historical Society and the Mathews Memorial Library are sponsoring Dr. Coulter’s presentation\, which is free and open to the public.  Refreshments will be served.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/presentation-general-james-henry-lane-soldier-educator/
LOCATION:Mathews Memorial Library\, 251 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational,History,Library Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240614T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240614T120000
DTSTAMP:20260429T014830
CREATED:20240607T124819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240607T124901Z
UID:16288-1718359200-1718366400@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:20th Annual Highland Games & Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Games\, picnic\, prizes\, + a free shirt for registered kids. Featuring the Kilmarnock Pipe Band. Register online: https://www.mathewslibrary.org/library-services/forms/highland-games-registration
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/20th-annual-highland-games-picnic/
LOCATION:Piankatank Ruritan Club\, 7138 Buckley Hall Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Library Events,Live Music,Outdoor,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Memorial Library":MAILTO:staff@mathewslibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T143000
DTSTAMP:20260429T014830
CREATED:20240304T211036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240304T211036Z
UID:15884-1718440200-1718461800@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Gone to the Dogs
DESCRIPTION:Head over to Mathews High’s track/field area for a “pawsome” event filled with furry friends and wagging tails! GONE TO THE DOGS is an exciting gathering where dog lovers of all ages can come together to celebrate their four-legged dog while raising funds to support the service dogs of Canine Companions’s Old Dominion Chapter. \nAt GONE TO THE DOGS\, you’ll find a variety of activities\, starting with a dog-walk\, followed by a variety of demonstrations and presentations\, vendors and food! There’s something for everyone! \nDon’t forget to check out the vendor booths offering a wide range of dog products\, treats\, accessories and more! \nWhether you’re a dog owner\, a dog lover\, or want to know more about or get involved with Canine Companions\, GONE TO THE DOGS is the place to be. Come and experience a tail-wagging good time for a good cause!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/gone-to-the-dogs/
LOCATION:Mathews High School\, 9889 Buckley Hall Rd\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="NextHome Coast to Country":MAILTO:britni@nexthomecoast2country.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T150000
DTSTAMP:20260429T014830
CREATED:20240513T152902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T152902Z
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SUMMARY:Markets on Main
DESCRIPTION:Come on out to Markets on Main to check out some great vendors and live music! Local musician Ryan Babarsky will be playing on the front porch from 10am-1pm\, and there will be a variety of vendors\, in addition to the Farmers Market.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/markets-on-main-6/
LOCATION:Mathews Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Live Music,Shopping
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T213000
DTSTAMP:20260429T014830
CREATED:20240328T195447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T195506Z
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SUMMARY:Isaac Hadden Organ Trio
DESCRIPTION:Isaac Hadden Organ Trio is a heavy-hitting\, improvisational\, cosmic groove ensemble\, carving out a distinct voice in the world of funk\, jazz\, rock\, and R&B. The group performs intricate yet accessible original music and fresh arrangements of classic tunes.\n\n\n 
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/16049/
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:20240619T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240619T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T014830
CREATED:20240611T154457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T154457Z
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SUMMARY:Lecture Series at Williams Wharf Landing
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mathews Land Conservancy for a discussion on the rise in modern aquaculture in Chesapeake Bay and why we should make room for it\, with Mike Congrove and Stan Allen from Oyster Seed Holdings. Oyster aquaculture in Chesapeake Bay bloomed relatively late on the world stage\, but rose very quickly in the 2000s so that Virginia now leads the East Coast in production. This growth was bolstered by the development of breeding techniques that maximize productivity. With this growth was a concomitant rise in hatchery production\, and Oyster Seed Holdings was one of the founding oyster hatcheries in the Bay. The restorative nature of oyster culture is a vital force in sustainable food supply writ large in the world.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/lecture-series-at-williams-wharf-landing/
LOCATION:Williams Wharf\, 1039 Williams Wharf Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Land Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mathewslandconservancy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T190000
DTSTAMP:20260429T014830
CREATED:20231222T165604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T170106Z
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SUMMARY:Mathews VFD 1st Annual Boat Docking Contest
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mathews Volunteer Fire Department for the 1st Annual Boat Docking Contest! There are 15 boats participating in the contest! \nThere will be live music\, sales vendors\, food vendors\, a kids’ zone and more! \nYour ticket includes unlimited beer and entry to the event (kids 10 and under are free). \nHunter Owens will perform the National Anthem\, and there will be live music from Part Time and DJ Tommy Eriksen! \nFood trucks include: The Seafood Shack\, Coastal Thirst\, Salty dog Pizzeria\, The Flip Side\, and Howard-Dooley.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/boat-docking/
LOCATION:Williams Wharf\, 1039 Williams Wharf Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Outdoor
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240628
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240630
DTSTAMP:20260429T014830
CREATED:20240226T175208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T175208Z
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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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ORGANIZER;CN="Gwynn's Island Civic League":MAILTO:gwynnsislandfestival@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240628T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240628T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T014830
CREATED:20240513T153738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T153738Z
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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:20260429T014830
CREATED:20240328T195753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240328T195753Z
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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
DTSTAMP:20260429T014830
CREATED:20240625T185919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T142929Z
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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
DTSTAMP:20260429T014830
CREATED:20240415T162801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240723T181247Z
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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
DTSTAMP:20260429T014830
CREATED:20240627T012737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T012955Z
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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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