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SUMMARY:Mathews Marathon\, Half Marathon\, and Relay
DESCRIPTION:Run along peaceful\, rural backroads in beautiful Mathews County\, Virginia. Enjoy the fast\, flat course that winds through dirt\, gravel and paved roads and past the serenity of one of Virginia’s last great countrysides. \nRegistration will close on October 5\, cost will increase on Sept 1\, 2024.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-marathon-half-marathon-and-relay/
LOCATION:Put-In-Creek Landing\, 50 Brickbat Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Fitness,Outdoor,Sports
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Outdoor Club":MAILTO:christine@mocva.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T170000
DTSTAMP:20260603T200253
CREATED:20240627T013948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T013948Z
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SUMMARY:Learn to Build Your Own Grow House
DESCRIPTION:FARMILY DAY AT CA & J FARM! \nSaturday\, June 29th\, 10:30am-5pm \n\n11am-12:30pm – Guided Tour of the Farm\n12:30 – Picnic Lunch Time\, bring a Simple Lunch Tables scattered around\n1-5pm – Help Us Build Our Grow-House\n!!!GAIN EXPERIENCE!!!\n\n(Info Sheets given so you can build your own) \n\n1-5pm – Games out for the Kids\n3pm Drum Fun!\n1-5pm – Yellow Barn Store\n& Herbal Center open*\n\n$10 donation per person over 12 or $20 per Family \nThank you! Your donations \nFeed our Farm!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/learn-to-build-your-own-grow-house/
LOCATION:C.A. & J Farms\, 5620 East River Rd.\, Foster\, VA\, 23056\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Health & Fitness
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ORGANIZER;CN="C.A. & J Farm":MAILTO:cajfarm@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T130000
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SUMMARY:Islander Regatta
DESCRIPTION:Annual 9 mile paddling event for non-motorized craft\, circumnavigating one of Virginia’s few inhabited islands: Gwynn’s Island in Mathews County. With its origins as a fun summer challenge for a group of friends\, the Islander Regatta is opening its door to more participants. Max 200.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/islander-regatta-2/
LOCATION:Islander Hotel & Resort\, 633 Old Ferry Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23064\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Fitness,Outdoor,Sports
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Outdoor Club":MAILTO:christine@mocva.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T100000
DTSTAMP:20260603T200253
CREATED:20240621T150637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T135249Z
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SUMMARY:Meditation in Motion
DESCRIPTION:Join Ashley Murphy\, LMFT & Yoga Therapy Teacher-in-Training\, for Meditation in Motion! Relax and practice self-love with a gentle blend of Yoga Therapy\, Breathwork\, Meditation\, Energy Work and brain-based nervous system regulation techniques! \nSpace is limited\, so pre-register by calling 757-903-6978 or emailing fullbloomwellness23@gmail.com.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/meditation-in-motion/
LOCATION:Halcyon Building\, 40 Court Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T170000
DTSTAMP:20260603T200253
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;VALUE=DATE:20240427
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240428
DTSTAMP:20260603T200253
CREATED:20240102T185425Z
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UID:15660-1714176000-1714262399@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Gwynn's Island Race
DESCRIPTION:4m Run\, 10m Ride or Run/Ride Duathlon: Gwynn’s Island in Mathews County is the host site of this annual race. Join runners & riders in this unique tour of one of Virginia’s special locations – then hang around to enjoy the music & food. \n4 mile road run\nStarting and ending at the Gwynn’s Island Civic League\, the route follows quiet backroads around the island\, with a constant view of the water. The race course is 4 miles and the cost is $30. For those looking for a shorter distance\, we will have a Free Fun Run open for everyone (distance just > 1 mile). \n10 mile bicycle ride\nWeaving around the backroads of Gwynn’s Island\, you’ll catch glimpses of the Chesapeake Bay\, Milford Sound\, and the popular campground & RV resort on the island as you complete the course. The route is 10 miles and the cost is $30. \nCombine the run & ride\nFeeling adventurous? Sign up for the combined Run & Ride and make it a duathlon. The 4 mile run and 10 mile ride routes are the same as the individual events described above – you’ll stage your bicycle so that as you complete the run leg\, you can immediately head out onto the bike course. The cost is $50.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/gwynns-island-race-3/
LOCATION:Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Fitness,Outdoor,Sports
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Outdoor Club":MAILTO:christine@mocva.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T200253
CREATED:20240319T033252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T033252Z
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SUMMARY:What's the Dirt on Mushrooms?
DESCRIPTION:Join local grower and horticulturalist\, Christian Brown\, who will introduce Mathews to mushroom farming! The program will be held at the Mathews Historical Museum. Christian will discuss the diverse varieties of the most popular mushrooms and the numerous ways to cook them. \nThe audience will have the opportunity to see the methods used on the farm to inoculate logs\, will be able to  touch and smell spawn\, and will have their questions answered. \nChristian operates “Mush Love in Mathews\, VA\,” a mushroom farm in Mathews; he and several other mushroom farmers are currently forming a co-op. This will also be discussed. \nIf you are interested in growing\, consuming\, or simply appreciate mushrooms\, join Christian and the Museum! \n\nContact: N.H. Twigg\, 804-725-5614
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/whats-the-dirt-on-mushrooms/
LOCATION:Mathews Museum\, 200 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Health & Fitness,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Museum":MAILTO:mathewsvamuseum@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240130T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240130T183000
DTSTAMP:20260603T200253
CREATED:20231121T200751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231121T202247Z
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SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION:Help save a life! Come out to donate blood to the American Red Cross. Register for an appointment online using the link below\, or by calling 804-725-2485.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/red-cross-blood-drive-8/
LOCATION:Piankatank Ruritan Club\, 7138 Buckley Hall Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Health & Fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231216T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231216T100000
DTSTAMP:20260603T200253
CREATED:20231111T155016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231111T155304Z
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SUMMARY:1st Annual Grinches Gallop
DESCRIPTION:Join the MHS Athletic Boosters for the 1st annual Grinches Gallop! Bring your unwrapped presents\, and enjoy hot chocolate or cider when you finish the race! There are 5K and 1 mile fun run/ walk options. \nRegister before 12/1 for $40 registration fee- guaranteed a hoodie\, after 12/1\, registration is $50. Proceeds to benefit Mathews High School Athletics! \nContact larsonbbl@yahoo.com for a registration form\, or for information on how to become a race sponsor!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/1st-annual-grinches-gallop/
LOCATION:Mathews High School\, 9889 Buckley Hall Rd\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Health & Fitness,Holiday/ Seasonal,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="MHS Athletic Boosters":MAILTO:larsonbbl@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231014T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T200253
CREATED:20230203T161322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230203T161342Z
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SUMMARY:Mathews Marathon\, Half Marathon & Relay
DESCRIPTION:Run along peaceful\, rural backroads in beautiful Mathews County\, Virginia. Enjoy the fast\, flat course that winds through dirt\, gravel and paved roads and past the serenity of one of Virginia’s last great countrysides. \nRegistration will close on October 5\, cost will increase on Sept 1\, 2023.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-marathon-half-marathon-relay/
LOCATION:Put-In-Creek Landing\, 50 Brickbat Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Fitness,Sports
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Outdoor Club":MAILTO:christine@mocva.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230917T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230917T150000
DTSTAMP:20260603T200253
CREATED:20230203T152723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230907T214914Z
UID:13928-1694955600-1694962800@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:CANCELED!! Wharf to Wharf Swim
DESCRIPTION:This event has been canceled for 2023.  \nJoin us for a one mile out and back open water swim across the East River to benefit the Williams Wharf Project. There will be live music\, awards\, and food and drinks. \nRegistration is at 12 PM.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/wharf-to-wharf-swim-4/
LOCATION:Williams Wharf\, 1039 Williams Wharf Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES: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:20230817T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230817T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T200253
CREATED:20230801T114832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230801T114832Z
UID:15026-1692293400-1692300600@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Stretch\, Sip and Paint
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Summer Solstice with the Bay School Community Arts Center for a night of yoga\, painting\, wine and charcuterie at the home of Lisa and Jay White. Tickets are available here\, and are $45 for members and $55 for non-members.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/stretch-sip-and-paint/
LOCATION:Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Food & Drink,Health & Fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230812T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230812T170000
DTSTAMP:20260603T200253
CREATED:20230801T113532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230801T113532Z
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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:20230709T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230709T190000
DTSTAMP:20260603T200253
CREATED:20230621T164158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230627T022417Z
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SUMMARY:Kiwanis Charter Night
DESCRIPTION:Join the Kiwanis Club of Mathews County to benefit the children of the county! This is a family-friendly event with cook-out style food\, ice cream\, family beverages and a cash bar! There is also a raffle/ silent auction\, and there will be games and drum fun thanks to CA&J Farm. \nIf you are interested in sponsoring\, or to RSVP\, please visit the following link: https://ticketbud.com/events/085275f0-0ae5-11ee-b0c1-42010a717025.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/charter-night/
LOCATION:Hyco House\, 10941 Buckley Hall Rd\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Health & Fitness,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kiwanis Club of Mathews County":MAILTO:cajfarm@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230610T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230610T103000
DTSTAMP:20260603T200253
CREATED:20230203T160203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230203T160252Z
UID:13936-1686382200-1686393000@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Mathews Micro Triathlon Series
DESCRIPTION:Now in its 6th year\, the Mathews Micro Triathlon Series kicks off in June for another 4-event series. Ideal for beginners to the sport of triathlon OR for experienced who want an opportunity to train & compete. MMTS #3 has options for Micro OR Sprint distances. Awards presented at the final series event in August to top overall finishers.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-micro-triathlon/
LOCATION:Williams Wharf\, 1039 Williams Wharf Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Fitness,Outdoor,Sports
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Outdoor Club":MAILTO:christine@mocva.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230429T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230429T170000
DTSTAMP:20260603T200253
CREATED:20230411T131913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230411T131913Z
UID:14444-1682773200-1682787600@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Let's Farm!
DESCRIPTION:Farm Tour – get ideas: \n\nBeekeeping Basics\nSeed Starting 101\nStarting your Gardens – tips & hacks\nGrowing your own Healing Herbs\nChick Care\nDiscovery Weed Walk\n\nTickets are available on the website’s “Farm Events” page. \nCA & J Farm is proud to be a Kiwanis Farm!\nThe Mathews Kiwanis will be joing CA & J Farm\, working with the Kinship Club\, creating & building…Projects & Smiles! The Kiwanis do this well!\nhttps://www.kiwanis.org/home\nhttps://www.facebook.com/MathewsVAKiwanis
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/lets-farm/
LOCATION:C.A. & J Farms\, 5620 East River Rd.\, Foster\, VA\, 23056\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational,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:20230429T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230429T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T200253
CREATED:20230203T154543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230203T154632Z
UID:13931-1682755200-1682769600@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Gwynn's Island Race
DESCRIPTION:4m Run\, 10m Ride or Run/Ride Duathlon: Gwynn’s Island in Mathews County is the host site of this annual race. Join runners & riders in this unique tour of one of Virginia’s special locations – then hang around to enjoy the music & food. \n4 mile road run\nStarting and ending at the Gwynn’s Island Civic League\, the route follows quiet backroads around the island\, with a constant view of the water. The race course is 4 miles and the cost is $30. For those looking for a shorter distance\, we will have a Free Fun Run open for everyone (distance just > 1 mile). \n10 mile bicycle ride\nWeaving around the backroads of Gwynn’s Island\, you’ll catch glimpses of the Chesapeake Bay\, Milford Sound\, and the popular campground & RV resort on the island as you complete the course. The route is 10 miles and the cost is $30. \nCombine the run & ride\nFeeling adventurous? Sign up for the combined Run & Ride and make it a duathlon. The 4 mile run and 10 mile ride routes are the same as the individual events described above – you’ll stage your bicycle so that as you complete the run leg\, you can immediately head out onto the bike course. The cost is $50.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/gwynns-island-race-2/
LOCATION:Gwynn’s Island Civic Center\, 1996 Old Ferry Rd.\, Gwynn\, VA\, 23066\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Fitness,Outdoor,Sports
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitmathews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/GI-Race.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Outdoor Club":MAILTO:christine@mocva.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230418T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230418T180000
DTSTAMP:20260603T200253
CREATED:20230203T163039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230203T163126Z
UID:13973-1681821000-1681840800@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION:Help save a life! \nCome out to donate blood to the American Red Cross. Register for an appointment online using the link below\, or by calling 804-725-2485.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/red-cross-blood-drive-7/
LOCATION:Piankatank Ruritan Club\, 7138 Buckley Hall Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Fitness
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T200253
CREATED:20220131T155207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220131T155207Z
UID:12550-1665817200-1665835200@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Mathews Marathon & Half Marathon
DESCRIPTION:Mathews Marathon & Half Marathon\nOctober 15\, 7am\nmocva.com/marathon \n \nRun along peaceful\, rural backroads in beautiful Mathews County\, Virginia. Enjoy the fast\, flat course that winds through dirt\, gravel and paved roads and past the serenity of one of Virginia’s last great countrysides. Registration will close on October 9 – cost is $50 for Half Marathon\, $75 for Full Marathon.\n \n\n\nThe race course is along open roads (not closed to traffic). “Caution Runner” signs will be prominently displayed along the route and participants are advised to be aware of other runners and motorists.\n\nAll participants in the Full & Half Marathon will receive a finisher medal and custom hooded sweatshirt to commemorate their accomplishment. Awards will be presented to fastest overall finishers and to winners in several categories.\nPost Event Activities will be held at the Put In Creek park pavilion. Race participants and spectators are encouraged to enjoy the Mathews Farmers Market which will be ongoing at the adjoining courthouse area.\nAll activities will wrap up at 1pm – race support will end at that time as well. Any racers who are still on the course after six hours will be offered transportation to the finish area by the event crew.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-marathon-half-marathon-2/
LOCATION:Put-In-Creek Landing\, 50 Brickbat Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Fitness,Outdoor,Sports
ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Outdoor Club":MAILTO:christine@mocva.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220201T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220201T183000
DTSTAMP:20260603T200253
CREATED:20220120T145347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220120T145347Z
UID:12523-1643722200-1643740200@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION:2022 Red Cross Blood Drives\nPiankatank Ruritan Club\, 1:30pm-6:30pm\n\nTuesday\, Feb. 1\nTuesday\, April 19\nTuesday\, July 19\nTuesday\,Sept. 13\nTuesday\, Dec. 6\n\nMasks are currently required. Reservations can be made at www.redcrossblood.org. Some walk-ins may be permitted if there’s been a cancellation\,  but it is best to have an appointment. Blood of all types is needed constantly. Drink extra water before donating and help to save a life!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/red-cross-blood-drive-6/
LOCATION:Piankatank Ruritan Club\, 7138 Buckley Hall Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211210T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211210T200000
DTSTAMP:20260603T200253
CREATED:20201114T191153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211201T200547Z
UID:10663-1639152000-1639166400@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Mathews Rotary Rockfish Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mathews Rotary Club again for their annual Rockfish Tournament to be held the weekend of December 11th and 12th. Fish 1 days or both starting at sunrise. \n$175 per Boat for 4 Anglers\, $25 per Additional Angler \nGuaranteed $4\,000 in cash prizes! \n1st – $2\,000\n2nd- $1\,000\n3rd – $700\n1 Senior (65+) $100\n1 Lady $100\n1 Youth (15 and under) $100 \nRegistration & Raffle is Friday\, December 10th from 4 to 8pm at the Piankatank Ruritan Club on Buckley Hall Rd. \nWeigh-in at Morningstar Marina Saturday and Sunday from 2-4pm cut-off.\nHeaviest fish wins\, length breaks a tie! \nVisit the Mathews Rotary Website for more information.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-rotary-rockfish-tournament-2/
LOCATION:Piankatank Ruritan Club\, 7138 Buckley Hall Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Fitness,Outdoor,Sports
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210919T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210919T150000
DTSTAMP:20260603T200253
CREATED:20210825T134320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210825T134320Z
UID:11966-1632056400-1632063600@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Wharf to Wharf Swim
DESCRIPTION:15th Annual L. Wayne Hudgins Memorial\nWharf to Wharf Swim\nSunday\, Sept 19\, 2021\, 1PM\nWilliams Wharf Landing\nVisit Website \n1 Mile Out and Back open water swim in the East River \n \n 
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/wharf-to-wharf-swim-3/
LOCATION:Williams Wharf Landing\, 1039 Williams Wharf Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Fitness,Outdoor,Sports
ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Land Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mathewslandconservancy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210623T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210623T190000
DTSTAMP:20260603T200253
CREATED:20210622T190718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210805T130841Z
UID:11679-1624471200-1624474800@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Cardio Sculpt Class
DESCRIPTION:Join in on a Mathews Outdoor Club‘s Cardio Sculpt Class! Classes take place weekly on Wednesdays from 6-7pm at Thomas Hunter Middle School pavilion & track. Cost is $5/ class and all participants must complete & agree to our participant waiver. Outdoors\, May 26 thru October 27\, 2021 \nEach session is approximately one hour in length\, and will get your heart-pumping as you move from station to station in a high-energy workout. Equipment – such as hand weights – will be available\, and you are welcome to bring your own if you prefer. Classes are for adults only (age 18 & over). \nParticipant Waiver
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/cardio-sculpt-class/
LOCATION:Williams Wharf Landing\, 1039 Williams Wharf Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Fitness,Outdoor
ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Outdoor Club":MAILTO:christine@mocva.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210621T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210621T190000
DTSTAMP:20260603T200253
CREATED:20210622T191338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210831T142343Z
UID:11700-1624296600-1624302000@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Open Water Swim
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mathews Outdoor Club for an Open Water Swim at the Williams Wharf Landing! \nThe Open Water Swim is weeknights Monday & Thursday from 5:00-6:30pm at Williams Wharf. Cost is $5/ class and all participants must complete & agree to our participant waiver. June through September.\n\nThis is a self-paced activity for adults (age 18 & over) who want to practice swimming laps in open water. An Attendant will be present to observe and monitor\, each participant is expected to be a competent swimmer. This is not an instructor led session and it not intended as a swim lesson or for recreational (play) swim. Swimming at Williams Wharf – other than this MOC activity – is prohibited.\n\nParticipant Waiver
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/open-water-swim/
LOCATION:Williams Wharf\, 1039 Williams Wharf Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Fitness,Outdoor,Sports
ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Outdoor Club":MAILTO:christine@mocva.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210424T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210424T170000
DTSTAMP:20260603T200253
CREATED:20210420T170323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210420T170431Z
UID:11456-1619262000-1619283600@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Wellness Day at the Farm!
DESCRIPTION:Wellness Day at the Farm!\nCA & J Farm\nAn Educational Herb Farm\nSaturday\, April 24th\, 11-5\nSaturday\, May 22nd\, 11-5\nFamily Activities all day\nChicks & Ducklings Hatching!\nDetails on the Farm Event page\nwww.cajfarm.com
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/wellness-day-at-the-farm/
LOCATION:C.A. & J Farms\, 5620 East River Rd.\, Foster\, VA\, 23056\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Health & Fitness,Outdoor
ORGANIZER;CN="C.A. & J Farm":MAILTO:cajfarm@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210415T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210415T170000
DTSTAMP:20260603T200253
CREATED:20210413T210928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210413T211009Z
UID:11420-1618506000-1618506000@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Mathews Community Health Screening
DESCRIPTION:A community health screening for Mathews County residents will be held at\nAntioch Baptist Church (110 Antioch Rd. in Susan) on Thursday\, April 15 th from 5-\n7 p.m. Screening services offered will include body mass index\, blood pressure and HbA1c (test for determining diabetes). \nScreenings will be conducted by clinical staff and volunteers of Gloucester Mathews\nCare Clinic\, and this screening is made possible through a grant from the Mathews\nRotary Club. Rotarians will also be on hand to provide additional volunteer\nsupport. \nParticipants will also receive health information related to diabetes and\nhypertension\, information on eligibility and services offered by GMCC\, along with\nhealthy snacks. Those without health insurance are encouraged to attend. GMCC is\npleased to partner with Mathews Rotary Club and Antioch Baptist Church in\nproviding this community service. \nFor more information on this event\, call Gloucester Mathews Care Clinic at 804-\n210-1368.\nFor more information on GMCC services\, visit www.gmcareclinic.com.\nFor more information on Mathews Rotary Club\, visit www.mathewsrotaryclub.org\nFor more information on Antioch Baptist Church\, visit www.weareantioch.com
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-community-health-screening/
LOCATION:Antioch Baptist Church\, 5297 New Point Comfort Highway\, Susan\, VA\, 23163\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210318T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210318T133000
DTSTAMP:20260603T200253
CREATED:20210311T151017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210312T143552Z
UID:10933-1616059800-1616074200@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Persons age 65 and up \nMarch 18\, 2021\n9:30am – 1:30pm\nat the Mathews Historical Museum\, 200 Main Street\, Mathews VA \nPre-Register by emailing mathewsnaacp@gmail.com or\nmathewsnaacpsecretary@gmail.com or calling 757-344-5388 \nSponsored by the Mathews NAACP chapter
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/covid-19-vaccine-clinic/
LOCATION:Mathews Museum\, 200 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Fitness
ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews NAACP":MAILTO:mathewsnaacp@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210202T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210202T190000
DTSTAMP:20260603T200253
CREATED:20201114T154555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210330T162705Z
UID:10647-1612274400-1612292400@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION:2021 Drives\, 2pm – 7pm\nPiankatank Ruritan Club\nFeb. 2\nApril 20\nJuly 20\nSept. 14\nDec. 7\n***Please note: Appointments are now required and can be made at the web site posted or by calling 725-2485. Also\, donated blood will be tested for Covid-19 antibodies and donors will be notified. Wear your mask. Distancing will be observed\, temperatures checked\, and sanitizer will be available. \nEach drive will be held at the Piankatank Ruritan Building and will run from 2 to 7PM. Walk-ins will not be accepted and appointments can be made at redcrossblood.org. All blood types are needed; first time donors\, come and give it a try. Drink extra water before you come and help save a life! As many as three people can benefit from one person’s donation. \nAmerican Legion Post 83 and the Mathews Women’s Club are sponsoring the December drive.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/red-cross-blood-drive-5/
LOCATION:Piankatank Ruritan Club\, 7138 Buckley Hall Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200721T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200721T190000
DTSTAMP:20260603T200253
CREATED:20200212T184700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200908T181358Z
UID:9268-1595340000-1595358000@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION:2020 Dates:\nFeb. 4\nApr. 21\nJuly 21\nSept. 15\nDec. 1 \n***Please note: Appointments are now required and can be made at the web site posted or by calling 725-2485. Also\, donated blood will be tested for Covid-19 antibodies and donors will be notified. Wear your mask. Distancing will be observed\, temperatures checked\, and sanitizer will be available. \nEach drive will be held at the Piankatank Ruritan Building and will run from 2 to 7PM. Walk-ins will not be accepted and appointments can be made at redcrossblood.org. All blood types are needed; first time donors\, come and give it a try. Drink extra water before you come and help save a life! As many as three people can benefit from one person’s donation.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/red-cross-blood-drive-3/
LOCATION:Piankatank Ruritan Club\, 7138 Buckley Hall Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200421T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200421T180000
DTSTAMP:20260603T200253
CREATED:20200407T152302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200407T152302Z
UID:9673-1587472200-1587492000@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Red Cross Blood Drive
DESCRIPTION:The time is changed:  it is now 12:30-6:00pm\nand donation is by appointment only. Go to redcrossblood.org or call Nan at 804 725-2485 to make or change your appointment. Masks and sanitizer provided for all. There is a DESPERATE need to blood
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/red-cross-blood-drive-4/
LOCATION:Piankatank Ruritan Club\, 7138 Buckley Hall Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Fitness
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