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December 2017
Gun Law Seminar
Our events feature experienced attorneys, law enforcement, and other firearms professionals that cover a wide-range of topics such as the Castle Doctrine, the justified use of deadly force, where you can legally carry, what to expect when law enforcement arrives, and much more. Every event has dedicated question and answer segments to ensure all attendees are able to get the information they want to know from a credible source they can trust. Middlesex Shooting Sports Club, 1860 Twiggs Ferry Rd,…
Find out more »January 2018
1984 Re-Voyage of the Godspeed
The Jamestown Foundation's 1984 re-creation of the 1607 Voyage of the Godspeed from England to Jamestown will be presented by one of her crew, Mr. Joe Gowdey, at the January Speaker Meeting of the Mathews Maritime Foundation. On April 30, 1985, a replica of the 1607 ship Godspeed departed London to begin her journey across the Atlantic in commemoration of the original voyage some 379 years earlier. The replica vessel was as close a representation of a 17th-century sailing ship…
Find out more »February 2018
Maritime Speaker Series
Matt Williams, owner of Under Boats, will be the presenter at the February Speaker Meeting of the Mathews Maritime Foundation. He will describe various aspects of diving and salvage operations such as raising your sunken boat, cleaning the hull, underwater construction and removal, and underwater videos. This is a free public event.
Find out more »The Church in the Southern Black Community
The story of the black church and its role as education facility and social center in America. A presentation by Robert C. Watson, Assistant Professor of History and Assistant to the Dean of Liberal Arts at Hampton University
Find out more »March 2018
Preserving History in Mathews
Presentation by Virginia Department of Historic Resources regarding topics relevant to downtown Mathews Historic District. Topics: -Preservation and restoration tax credit (Federal and State) -Historical preservation easements -Flood mitigation in Historic District -Certified Local Gov't Discussion -Nomination Process for National Registry of Historic Places Sponsors: Preservation Mathews, Inc
Find out more »April 2018
2018 Middle Peninsula Spring Oyster Fair
The TOGA-sponsored Annual Spring Oyster Fair will be held on April 28th, at 9am at the Gwynn's Island Civic Center. SCHEDULE 9:00 - 10:00: Vendors of oyster gardening equipment, spat and supplies are invited to display their wares for sale. Spat availability is uncertain at this time due to the cold winter. This is a good time to question Master Oyster Gardeners and vendors about your gardening issues. 10:00 - 10:10: Remarks by TOGA President Terry Lewis 10:10 - 11:00:…
Find out more »June 2018
Crickets on the Hill
Saturday June 30, 7:30-8:30pm Sunday, July 1, 3:00 matinee performance Mathews High School ”Crickets on A Hill” a musical play by County resident Judy Ward, is part of a series of events planned to commemorate the 242nd anniversary of the Battle of Cricket Hill which took place on Gwynn’s Island, July 9-10, 1776. The Crickets musical is well known and beloved by Mathews residents and honors the role that the county played in the Revolutionary War. Contact [email protected] or A. Minuth at…
Find out more »July 2018
“The Legacy of Gilbert Klingel: Man of Steel” Film Premier
Catch the first showing of this documentary about naturalist, boatbuilder, and more, Gilbert Klingel. For PBS broadcast dates, please see the website: https://gilbertklingel.org/ “This film, as you know, is the untold story of Klingel, a Chesapeake Bay pioneer, naturalist, author, diver, and boat builder. Klingel accomplished so many things in his lifetime that his story needs to be told as an educational, historical, and inspirational film to folks today.” – Dave Miller, Director/Producer The film will be broadcast on PBS…
Find out more »October 2018
National Solar Tour
We are C.A. & J. Farm…. A Medicinal Herb and Egg Farm that is striving to be self-sustaining in all ways! We are Off-Grid capable Solar and have other plans coming to improve our Farm even more! We will be open for the National Solar Tour on Saturday, Oct. 6th, from 10:30am – 6pm. Stop by to see what we are doing and get ideas about how you can improve your life with natural alternatives, and help our planet in…
Find out more »Archaeology in the Palm of Your Hand
Archaeology in the Palm of Your Hand: Using Drones and 3D Printing to Bring Fairfield Plantation to Life Ashley McCuiston, Fairfield Foundation's Public Outreach Coordinator and Digital Curator The Fairfield Foundation is using new technology to reimagine public archaeology and historic preservation on the Middle Peninsula. Using drone photography and 3D printing, the organization is developing an interactive 3D printed model of Gloucester’s Fairfield Plantation that can be taken apart like a puzzle, simulating the process of archaeology and bringing…
Find out more »November 2018
Doing Their Bit: Virginians and the Great War
Dr. Lynn Rainville, Dean of Sweet Briar College, will speak about her book “Virginia and the Great War.” Rainville is a nationally recognized scholar whose book explores the role played by Virginia and Virginians in World War I, from its beginning in 1914 through its conclusion in 1919 when American troops finally returned home. Her research for the book focused on the contributions made by civilian and military Virginia residents.
Find out more »Saving Lives, Making Friends: The Flying Physician Who Kept His Promise To Tangier Island
32.3 miles from Mathews across the Chesapeake Bay lies the island of Tangier. More than two-thirds of it has become submerged since 1850, and it is estimated that the encroaching waters of the Bay could drown it completely within a few decades. Those who are familiar with the history and people of the Island note that this daunting future has not dampened the spirits of its residents. Among those documenting this courageous story is Richmond Times Dispatch feature writer, Bill…
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