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December 2018
Christmas at the Museum
Winners of the art raffle will be announced at 4:30 p.m.! There is still time to come by on Saturday and purchase some raffle tickets. Hot cider and cookies will be served, a donation requested. Please come by and select some artful Christmas presents from our collection!
Find out more »Empty Bowls
Join this art & community event to raise money for the food bank at Hands Across Mathews. For a $15 donation, you receive a hand-made pottery bowl and a simple lunch of homemade soup, bread, cookies, and water. This event is a joint endeavor of the Bay School, Hands Across Mathews, and the Clay by the Bay Ceramics Guild.
Find out more »White Dog Bistro Painted Love Party
Join us as we paint this gorgeous winter painting. Tis the season to be merry and bright!! This painting is customizable, and you will have choice of deer, human, or elephant family silhouette. All instruction and materials will be provided to paint this beautiful scene By Chris of McCormick Meadows Art. Trust me you can paint and I can teach you how!! Painting to begin promptly at 5:30pm. The restaurant will have many tasty food and drink specials just for…
Find out more »A Secret Ingredient
Gingerbread houses are a Christmas tradition that will be observed at the library. Young people ages 6-13 are invited to celebrate the magic of the season in a creative adventure to design and build a gingerbread house. To make the job easier, we will supply the necessary building materials. A prize will be given for the finest and most creative “cookie cottage.” Festive ginger cookies and hot chocolate will be served.
Find out more »Christmas Drums!
Cost: dog or cat food or a few $ for the Gloucester Mathews Humane Society. A very Unique Christmas Celebration by the Bonfire! Drumming & Singing Christmas Carols with Jeremy Nardozzi and our Farm Family! Jay Hutchins from Brent & Becky’s Bulbs reading the Night Before Christmas! Farm Puppets! Refreshments! Simple Christmas Fun for All Ages!
Find out more »Christmas at Hyco House
Sam Forrest would like to invite anyone in the community to Hyco House on Christmas morning for a community feast, and small gift exchange. Paella, a haunch of venison and turkey will be provided but you are asked to provide a side dish. Also, please bring a small gift for a gift exchange! Spending limit is $1. Hyco house is located across from Hardee's.
Find out more »January 2019
“Artsy with Christina” Barn Paint Night
Come for a fun, relaxing evening of painting! We will be painting a winter barn scene. Painting can be customized. Food/Drink Specials!
Find out more »“The Wine of Kings” Hungarian Wine Dinner
6:30 pm. Hors de ouvres and Cocktail Social, followed by a prompt 7:00 pm Dinner. Dinner will include three courses of extravagant cuisine paired with outstanding wines from Hungary, followed by dessert and an even better wine. Wine Dinner participants must be 21 years of age. Tickets are $95/person and must be purchased in advance of event. Deadline for ticket sales is January 21st, 2019. Entrance to the dinner includes all food and a complimentary house wine, beer, or cocktail…
Find out more »February 2019
6th Annual MVRS Super Bowl Chili Cook-Off
All you can eat Community Fundraiser to benefit a number of civic organizations including both The Mathews Volunteer Rescue Squad and The Mathews Volunteer Fire Department! Come and vote for your favorite chili and enjoy cornbread, soft drinks and desserts. Beer and wine are available from the Mathews Rotary. This is a MUST attend event and it is often called the #1 social event of the Winter! Contacts: Neal Hudgins, Lisa Conway @ 725-2800
Find out more »March 2019
Equinox Party
Equinox Party at the Hyco House, Downtown March 20, 6pm-8pm Bring a friend and food to share!
Find out more »April 2019
Mathews Farmers Market
The Mathews Farmers Market is located on the historic courthouse green in Mathews County, Virginia. Stroll among the historic village buildings as you shop from local vendors who specialize in fresh organic produce. Each month your senses will come alive from the seasonal array of wholesome fruits and vegetables, native plants, baked goods and handcrafted gifts presented at the Farmer’s Market. Be sure to check the calendar for Special Events and Gardening Demonstrations offered on any given Saturday. It is…
Find out more »Spring Community Roadside Cleanup
Grab your local organization, church, non-profit, family, and friends to help make Mathews looking cleaner for Spring! There will be 2 Spring Cleanup dates this year. Please let us know if you can attend by filling out the form below: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LCPTBF6 Two Spring Cleanup Dates are: Earth Day, Mon., April 22nd Middle Peninsula Chapter, Master Naturalists would like your help in cleaning Bethel Beach Natural Area Preserve, and local birding and wildlife trails. Community Cleanup, Sat., April 27th, 8am-12pm This…
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