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SUMMARY:Let's Farm!
DESCRIPTION:Join your friends at CA&J Farm\, for a “Let’s Farm!” event\, and learn educational farm skills. More details coming soon.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/lets-farm-2/
LOCATION:C.A. & J Farms\, 5620 East River Rd.\, Foster\, VA\, 23056\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Food & Drink,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:20230608T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230608T190000
DTSTAMP:20260429T074027
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230527T152105Z
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SUMMARY:Swing Bridge Book Launch Party
DESCRIPTION:Local author Bronwyn Hughes and illustrator Kat Sharp are hosting a Book Launch Party on Thursday\, June 8!\n\n\n\nSwing Bridge\, a collection of short stories set in a fictionalized community on the Chesapeake Bay\, explores social issues and celebrates the richness of small-town life.\n\n\n\nCome out and get your signed copy\, and celebrate with live music by Piankatank\, beer and soft drinks\, food from Positive Pizza and temporary tattoos and stickers! This event is open to the public\, and will be held from 4-7 PM at the Put-In-Creek Pavilion.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/swing-bridge-book-launch-party/
LOCATION:Put-In-Creek Landing\, 50 Brickbat Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Food & Drink,Live Music,Outdoor
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230527T200000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230511T141223Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230505T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230505T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T074027
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230403T195317Z
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SUMMARY:Hatchery Tours & Tastings
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a cool experience where science leads to sustainable culinary bliss?!\n\nJoin Oyster Seed Holdings for a hatchery tour and tasting running every other Friday\, May – August. Get a behind the scenes look at what it takes to put oyster seed in the hands of farmers.\n\nOn Tour Fridays\, there will be 6 tours with 6 people per tour starting at 5pm. Your ticket gets you an oyster tasting and a tour through the hatchery with a staff member where you will learn how oysters get their start.  Also included is access to the pop-up oyster bar from 5-9pm where you are welcome to come before and stay after your tour time to enjoy the sunset over local oysters\, beer\, and wine for sale.\n\nFrom Oyster Seed Holdings: Please note that we regret that our facility is not currently ADA accessible.  In addition the floors in the hatchery can be wet and slippery and patrons should wear appropriate\, grippy\, footwear.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/hatchery-tours-tastings/
LOCATION:Oyster Seed Holdings\, 425 Callis Wharf Rd\, Grimstead\, VA\, 23064\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Food & Drink
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ORGANIZER;CN="Oyster Seed Holdings":MAILTO:nfo@oysterseedholdings.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230401T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230401T120000
DTSTAMP:20260429T074027
CREATED:20230308T202623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230308T203118Z
UID:14213-1680339600-1680350400@visitmathews.com
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:20230317T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230317T200000
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CREATED:20230228T200235Z
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SUMMARY:St. Patrick's Day Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 6:00 pm\, dinner served  at 6:30 pm. \nMusic & entertainment by local talent\, Michael Gregg.\nTraditional Irish dinner will be served—hand carved corned beef and cabbage with all the trimmings. Special homemade brownie dessert followed by a cup of coffee with a jigger of Irish whiskey.  Wine and beer available for purchase. \nTickets are $40 per person\, $100 sponsorship provides for 2 tickets and printed recognition\, and $500 sponsorship provides a reserved table for 6\, printed recognition plus a glass of wine or beer per person. \nReservations required\, RSVP to  S. Caramia\, 912-704-7405 cell\, or 804-725-3896. Or email SCaramia@hotmail.com.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/st-patricks-day-dinner/
LOCATION:Mathews Museum\, 200 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Museum":MAILTO:mathewsvamuseum@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230315T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230315T193000
DTSTAMP:20260429T074027
CREATED:20230228T043057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230228T043057Z
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SUMMARY:Spanish Wine Tasting
DESCRIPTION:Join the Bay School for their next wine event\, a Spanish Wine Tasting! \nIndividual bread board with dipping sauce and cheese\, meats\, olives\, and nuts will be paired with six Spanish wines. \nNik Vukaj will provide each wine’s story and tasting notes. Wine will be available to purchase with pickup on Friday\, March 17. \nThe guest artist will be Susannah Raine\, of ZouZou’s Basement.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/spanish-wine-tasting/
LOCATION:Bay School Community Arts Center\, 279 Main Street \, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Shows,Arts & Cultural,Food & Drink
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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:20221015T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T190000
DTSTAMP:20260429T074027
CREATED:20220914T165938Z
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SUMMARY:Oktoberfest at the Church of Francis de Sales
DESCRIPTION:The Church of Francis de Sales\, John B. VanOver and Chris Hale\, invite you to a Oktoberfest Dinner\, Saturday\, October 15\, 2022\, 5pm to 7pm\n\n\nPat Lipinski  (804) 725-1537\nEd Lipinski  (703) 915-3240
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/oktoberfest-at-the-church-of-francis-de-sales/
LOCATION:Church of Francis de Sales\, 176 Lovers Lane\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221008T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221008T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T074027
CREATED:20220929T135434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T135636Z
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SUMMARY:Oyster Roast and BBQ Bash
DESCRIPTION:Mathews Rotary Club presents the annual Oyster Roast and BBQ Bash! \nSaturday\, October 8th\, 2pm to 5pm at Williams Wharf. \nTickets are $35 in advance\, or $40 at the door\, which includes all you can eat oysters and barbecue. Wine\, beer and soft drinks are available for purchase\, bring cash! \nTickets can be purchased online here\, from any Mathews Rotarian\, or at the Mathews Visitor Center.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/oyster-roast-and-bbq-bash/
LOCATION:Williams Wharf\, 1039 Williams Wharf Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T074027
CREATED:20220914T170300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220914T170300Z
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SUMMARY:Sunflowers & S'mores
DESCRIPTION:Sunflowers & S’mores!\nCome join us in our field of over 7000+ sunflowers for a relaxing evening of Sunflowers & S’mores and live music.\nReserve your spot for TODAY!\nHOW TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT FOR SUNFLOWERS & S’MORES\nStep 1: Purchase a “Admit One” ticket\nStep 2: Check Out\nRemember\, all guests must have a ticket!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/sunflowers-smores/
LOCATION:Under the Stars Farm\, 11532 Harcum Rd\, Gloucester\, 23061
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Under the Stars Farm":MAILTO:info@underthestarsfarm.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220924T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T074027
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=America/New_York:20220916T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220916T140000
DTSTAMP:20260429T074027
CREATED:20220914T170554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220914T170554Z
UID:13669-1663322400-1663336800@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Sunflowers & Lemonade
DESCRIPTION:We are so excited to announce our late summer Sunflower Bloom!\nCome join us in our field of over 7000+ sunflowers for a relaxing day of Sunflowers & Lavender Lemonade. \nReserve your spot for TODAY! \nHOW TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT FOR SUNFLOWERS & LEMONADE\nStep 1: Purchase a “VIP Admit One” or “Farm Pass” ticket\nStep 2: Check Out \nRemember\, all guests must have a ticket!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/sunflowers-lemonade/
LOCATION:Under the Stars Farm\, 11532 Harcum Rd\, Gloucester\, 23061
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Under the Stars Farm":MAILTO:info@underthestarsfarm.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220909T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220909T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T074027
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:20220708T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220708T213000
DTSTAMP:20260429T074027
CREATED:20220623T132621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220623T132621Z
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SUMMARY:Music on Maple Ave.
DESCRIPTION:Featuring RapJack Band of Williamsburg!\nFriday\, July 8th\, 6pm to 9:30pm\nThomas James Store\, 44 Maple Ave\, Mathews \n \nJoin us for a concert under the stars in downtown Mathews. This intimate concert series features live music\, a cash bar featuring brews from Gloucester Brewing Company\, and a food truck by Gumbeau’s Catering. \nTickets are $25 per person which includes one complimentary beverage. \nProceeds from this event benefit MCVIC and the Mathews County Historical Society. \nThank you Sponsors!\nRon A. Beckstoffer GC\, LLC\nHudgins Design Collaborative\nHunt Thompson\nbobbi and Paul Hatton\nReed Lawson\nPeary Road Food Company\nThe Inn at Tabbs Creek\nMathews Outdoor Club
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/music-on-maple-ave-2/
LOCATION:Thomas James Store\, 44 Maple Ave\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Live Music,Outdoor
ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews County Visitor &amp%3B Information Center":MAILTO:mathewsvisitorcenter@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220625T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220625T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T074027
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=America/New_York:20220604T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220604T193000
DTSTAMP:20260429T074027
CREATED:20220506T161235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220506T161235Z
UID:13193-1654358400-1654371000@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Party with a Purpose featuring Good Shot Judy
DESCRIPTION:Party with a Purpose\nThe Mathews Rotary Club warmly welcomes you to its 1st annual Party with a Purpose!\n\nJoin them for live music on the East River in Mathews\, Virginia. This event features your favorite Tidewater swing band\, Good Shot Judy\, food trucks\, beer and wine truck\, and dancing at Williams Wharf Landing.\n\nPARTY:\n\nFood Trucks: Gumbeau’s Catering will be preparing delicious cajun cuisine and homemade brats!  On the Flip Side will be offering their famous American-Asian cuisine from lumpia\, hibachi rice\, to sushi and more! Dessert will be available to purchase from Doodle’s Donuts and Cafe and Short Lane Ice Cream Co!\n\nBeer & Wine Truck (cash bar) will also be present! Bring your own chair!\n\n PURCHASED ONLINE HERE!  Tickets are $30\, which includes one complimentary beverage. Tickets are only available online and will NOT be available at the door. Limited tickets available!\n\nPURPOSE:\nThis year’s purpose includes a project to rebuild the New Point Comfort Lighthouse Observation Deck – the only public access area in Mathews for residents and visitors to enjoy views of the Natural Area Preserve and New Point Comfort Lighthouse beacon. By attending this party\, you will help the Mathews Rotary Club’s goal to ensure this landing can be restored and enjoyed by the community and its visitors for many years to come!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/party-with-a-purpose-featuring-good-shot-judy/
LOCATION:Williams Wharf Landing\, 1039 Williams Wharf Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Live Music,Outdoor
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220521
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220524
DTSTAMP:20260429T074027
CREATED:20190226T203239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220314T204722Z
UID:8040-1653091200-1653350399@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Tour De Chesapeake Biking Event
DESCRIPTION:May 21st Weekend\n\n\n\nregister now!\n\n\n\nRegistration is now open! This year will feature 3 routes with 80 miles of country roads with views of farmland\, mash\, waterfront and beaches. Register in advance\, walkups will not be available this year. \nVisit tourdechesapeake.org for more information about this fun-filled Virginia Cycling Event!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/tour-de-chesapeake-biking-event/
LOCATION:Williams Wharf Landing\, 1039 Williams Wharf Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Outdoor,Sports
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Land Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mathewslandconservancy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220507T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220507T150000
DTSTAMP:20260429T074028
CREATED:20220323T195138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220323T195138Z
UID:13027-1651924800-1651935600@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Lavender Tea Party
DESCRIPTION:It’s Tea Time and You’re Invited!\nEnjoy a light lunch and our delicious lavender tea on the lawn.. all with with your favorite ladies. Farm tables will be filled with scones\, tea cakes\, sweet potato biscuits\, madeleines and of course lavender tea – perfect for a Mother’s Day outing. \nReserve your table TODAY! \nThis is a lovely event to enjoy with your mom\, grandmother\, aunts\, sisters and friends!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/lavender-tea-party/
LOCATION:Under the Stars Farm\, 11532 Harcum Rd\, Gloucester\, 23061
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Under the Stars Farm":MAILTO:info@underthestarsfarm.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220507T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220507T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T074028
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:20220506T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220506T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T074028
CREATED:20220314T190336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220314T190336Z
UID:12661-1651860000-1651870800@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Music on Maple Ave.
DESCRIPTION:Music on Maple Ave\nFriday before May Faire\nMay\, 6 – 6pm-9pm\nMitchel Evan’s band “Me and my Muse”\nFood Truck by Gumbeau’s Catering\nFood and wine cash bar\nTickets $25\, 21+ only\n \n 
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/music-on-maple-ave/
LOCATION:Thomas James Store\, 44 Maple Ave\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Live Music,Outdoor
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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:20260429T074028
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:20220402T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220402T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T074028
CREATED:20210323T173734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220321T141628Z
UID:10994-1648890000-1648904400@visitmathews.com
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:20260429T074028
CREATED:20220124T165059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220124T165059Z
UID:12531-1644683400-1644692400@visitmathews.com
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:20211211T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211211T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T074028
CREATED:20201208T145459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211111T195655Z
UID:10720-1639213200-1639227600@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Holiday Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Holiday Farmers Market\nMathews Historic Courthouse\n27 Court Street\nDecember 11\, 2021\n9 am – 1 pm\nFree \nShop local this season! The Mathews Farmers Market will host a special market featuring a wide variety of unique Christmas gifts\, decorations and food on the Historic Courthouse Green. \nOur vendors will be well spaced out and we ask that everyone attending please follow all the CDC guidelines and precautions including wearing a mask and using hand sanitizer.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/holiday-farmers-market-3/
LOCATION:Mathews Historic Courthouse\, 27 Court Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211210T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211210T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T074028
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211127T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211127T140000
DTSTAMP:20260429T074028
CREATED:20211112T165712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211112T165712Z
UID:12320-1638007200-1638021600@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Mathews Historical Museum open
DESCRIPTION:Hot dogs & chili\, chips\, water\, @ $6\,  served from 11:00-1:30 \nNewly introduced exhibit of memorabilia of commercial fisherman and menhaden captain\, Robert Roland Hudgins. Captain Hudgins\nspent over 50 years on the water. His family has generously allowed access to his photographs so that residents and visitors to Mathews\ncan learn about his life as a Mathews waterman.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-historical-museum-open-3/
LOCATION:Mathews Museum\, 200 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,History
ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Museum":MAILTO:mathewsvamuseum@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211120T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211120T140000
DTSTAMP:20260429T074028
CREATED:20211112T154229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211112T154229Z
UID:12318-1637402400-1637416800@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Mathews Historical Museum open
DESCRIPTION:Hot dogs & chili\, chips\, water\, @ $6\,  served from 11:00-1:30\nNewly introduced exhibit of memorabilia of commercial fisherman and menhaden captain\, Robert Roland Hudgins.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-historical-museum-open-2/
LOCATION:Mathews Museum\, 200 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,History
ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Museum":MAILTO:mathewsvamuseum@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211120T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211120T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T074028
CREATED:20190321T234721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211119T183505Z
UID:8200-1637398800-1637413200@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Holiday Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Holiday Farmers Market\nNovember 20th\, 2021\n9am-1pm\nHistoric Courthouse Green \nShop local this season! The Mathews Farmers Market will host a special market featuring a wide variety of unique Christmas gifts\, decorations and food on the Historic Courthouse Green. \nOur vendors will be well spaced out and we ask that everyone attending please follow all the CDC guidelines and precautions including wearing a mask and using hand sanitizer.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/holiday-farmers-market-2/
LOCATION:Mathews Historic Courthouse\, 27 Court Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Food & Drink,Outdoor
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211113T140000
DTSTAMP:20260429T074028
CREATED:20211112T153754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211112T153754Z
UID:12315-1636797600-1636812000@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Mathews Historical Museum open
DESCRIPTION:Hot dogs & chili\, chips\, water\, @ $6\,  served from 11:00-1:30 \nNew exhibit of memorabilia of Captain Robert Roland Hudgins is featured\, a commercial fisherman and menhaden captain.\nHis family has allowed access to his photographs so that residents and visitors may learn about his life as a Mathews waterman.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-historical-museum-open/
LOCATION:Mathews Museum\, 200 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,History
ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Museum":MAILTO:mathewsvamuseum@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211030T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211030T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T074028
CREATED:20210920T154855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210920T154855Z
UID:12092-1635602400-1635613200@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Oyster Roast and BBQ Riot
DESCRIPTION:Mathews Rotary Club Oyster Roast and BBQ Riot\nSaturday\, October 30\, 2pm-5pm\nThe Pavilion at Williams Wharf Landing \nTickets $30 in Advance\, $35 at the Door\nAvailable at Mathews Visitor Center\, Chesapeake Bank (Mathews Branch)\nHaskins Auto (Port Haywood) or from any Rotarian
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/oyster-roast-and-bbq-riot/
LOCATION:Williams Wharf Landing\, 1039 Williams Wharf Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Outdoor
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