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April 2025
Hunter Owens LIVE at The Hatchery
Join Hunter Owens as he performs at the Hatchery from 5-7 pm, and grab some delicious oysters while you enjoy the show!
Find out more »Gwynn’s Island Raw Bar Run
The 11th annual race is entering its second decade & re-branded as the Gwynn’s Island Raw Bar Run. The event features a brand-new 5k course, an all-new name & vibe, and a waterfront post-race celebration. This year, we’re taking the action to the historic Callis Wharf, where participants will run along the stunning Piankatank River and Milford Haven, soaking in the best waterfront views Gwynn’s Island has to offer. Hosted by: The Hatchery x Mathews Outdoor Club Registration opens on March…
Find out more »12th Annual Art Speaks Juried Exhibition Opening Reception
Please join us for the opening reception and awards ceremony of the 12th Annual Arts Speaks Juried Exhibition on April 26, 5:00-7:00 pm. The exhibit showcases the work of 66 artists living and working in Virginia, 18 years and older. Both 2D and 3D media are represented in the show and $6,350 in prize money will be awarded! The exhibition will be on display April 26-May 26, and available online for viewing and purchase subsequent to the reception.
Find out more »May 2025
May Faire, A Rural Life: Country Stores, Post Offices & Wharfs
Kick 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. The 2025 May Faire theme will be A Rural Life: Country Stores, Post Offices & Wharfs. The county’s 7th annual spring heritage festival will feature a “county fair” atmosphere and will examine our very rural way of life—the people, their histories, their agricultural heritage, and their stories both past and present—focusing on farming, fishing…
Find out more »Music on Maple with Tristan Dougherty Trio
Our first Music on Maple concert of the year will be on May 2nd, and the band is the Tristan Dougherty Trio! Tristan Dougherty is a folk musician and songwriter based in Richmond, Virginia. By combining meditative, finger-style guitar playing with warm, illuminative lyrics and innovative arrangements, he’s developed a refreshingly original sound that draws on indie, classic country and Appalachian music traditions. Whether performing solo or with his string band, his work reflects a deep reverence for the craft,…
Find out more »American Legion’s World Famous Breakfast
First Sunday of every month! Join the American Legion Post 83 at 73 Hookemfair Road for their monthly World Famous Breakfast! $12 Donation. Call: 804-725-7422 for more info
Find out more »Dine to Donate
Join the Gwynn's Island Civic League and Richardson's, for a DINE TO DONATE Event, Benefitting the MCPS schools! Includes Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Ice Cream - or ALL, Dine In or Take Out, Proceeds Provide Classroom Supplies to MCPS Schools SPECIAL THANKS to Richardson’s Cafe for donating a portion of the day’s sales, and to the Community Partners for their contributions: New Point Life Services Noble Pest Control Oyster Seed Holdings/The Hatchery Water Pro, Inc.
Find out more »Party at the Wharf 2025 Concert Series
Stay tuned for a listing of performers and food trucks! All concerts are family-friendly! All cost $5, except 5/17 Party, which is free as part of the Tour de Chesapeake.
Find out more »TDC’S Party at the Wharf
Join the Tour de Chesapeake for a special, FREE Party at the Wharf! Open to all! Band: 7th Street Dance Band Food Truck: Creekside Catering
Find out more »Shane Norris LIVE at Richardson’s Cafe
Head over to Richardson's Cafe for some delicious food and great live music from Shane Norris!
Find out more »Live Music by Jonathan Paige Brown Jr @ The Hatchery
Dates: 5/24/25 Times: 6PM - 8PM Location: Oyster Seed Holdings, 425 Callis Wharf Rd, Grimstead, VA 23068 Organizer: The Hatchery Link: www.thehatcheryculture.com Price: free Contact: 804-725-3046, thehatchery@oshoyster.com Image: (attached) Description: The Hatchery is hosting live music by Jonathan Paige Brown Jr on Sat 5/24 of Memorial Weekend, from 6-8pm. Jonathan Paige Brown Jr. is a rising star in Virginia's vibrant music scene, known for his captivating vocals, soulful melodies, and heartfelt lyrics. Drawing inspiration from a diverse range of…
Find out more »Oyster Hatchery Tours & Tastings
Every other Friday from May through August, visitors can experience a tour and tasting experience at Oyster Seed Holdings to see how farm-raised oysters get their start. Guests will start with a 30 minute immersive tour of our facility - one of the largest producers of oyster seed on the East Coast! Tickets include a serving of raw or cooked oysters paired with white wines at our water side oyster eatery, The Hatchery Food Truck, while enjoying views of Milford…
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