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May 2019
Earl Swift – Visiting Author
Earl Swift, author of “Chesapeake Requiem,” will speak about his book which takes an intimate look at Tangier Island, it’s past, present and tenuous future. A veteran journalist, Swift made his home among the residents of Tangier for more than a year after thinking for some time that writing a book on the Island was something he “wanted to do.” As a result, he saw firsthand, not only the encroaching waters that threaten the Island but also the degree to…
Find out more »June 2019
15th Annual Highland Games
Join us in celebrating a wee bit of Scotland at the Mathews Memorial Library’s 15th Annual Highland Games. Bring the whole family but you must be 6-14 years old to participate in the games. Participants will receive a free t-shirt and lunch and enjoy traditional Scottish music by the St. Andrew’s Legion Pipes & Drums. Bus leaves the library at 8:45am.
Find out more »Rosette @ Mathews Memorial Library
Rosette is a Richmond-based string quartet comprised of four women who love to make meaningful connections through music. Violinists Ellen Cockerham Riccio and Treesa Gold, violist Kimberly Ryan, and cellist Stephanie Barrett came together in November of 2015 for a Classical Revolution RVA event which explored spiritual elements in music by Bach, Beethoven, and Dvořák. Since that memorable evening, the group has performed numerous times in Richmond's galleries, bars, bakeries, churches and homes. Rosette will perform a selection of classical…
Find out more »July 2019
Plunky & Oneness @ Mathews Memorial Library
Plunky & Oneness is an enduring and versatile funk, jazz, Afro-fusion group led by saxophonist J. Plunky Branch. This group is a unique combination of exotic soulful grooves, sax, vocals, African percussion, and electronics. They will be performing a selection of original compositions as part of the library’s Soothin’ Summer Sounds “We Are America” concert series. Free and open to the public | Sponsored by the Friends of the Mathews Memorial Library
Find out more »August 2019
Cora Armstrong @ Mathews Memorial Library
Dubbed “the Queen of Virginia Gospel Music”, singer and pianist Cora Armstrong has been delighting audiences for over 40 years. Cora began taking piano lessons at the age of five, and performed gospel music with her sisters and mother as The Harvey Family. Since then, she has toured Europe and Japan, directed the VSU Gospel Chorale, and become an ordained minister. A perennial favorite at the Richmond Folk Festival, she will be performing a selection of traditional gospel as part…
Find out more »February 2020
Black History is American History
Open House Exhibits | Crafts | Games | Refreshements
Find out more »December 2022
Deck the Halls
Deck the Halls Tree Trimming Party Sun., Dec. 4, 1-3 pm Mathews Memorial Library Celebrate the season in a Christmas card setting come to life at our annual Deck the Hall tree trimming party. Join Friends & family to enjoy holiday music, seasonal refreshments, and a special visit from Santa.
Find out more »Once Upon A Christmas
Once Upon A Christmas A PJ Story Time Tues., Dec. 13, 6-7 pm Mathews Memorial Library Tonight belongs to the children! Santa has promised to pay a visit to this very special storytime event, all children up to age 6 are invited to pull on their PJs, grab their blanket and favorite teddy bear and come to the library to share in the magic of Christmas stories. Cookies and hot chocolate will be served.
Find out more »A Gift for Santa
A Gift for Santa Cookie Exchange Thurs., Dec. 15, 11 am-12 pm Mathews Memorial Library The taste of freshly baked cookies is one of the joys of Christmas, sharing this treat is part of the magic of the season. Bakers are invited to create their favorite cookie and share them with friends at the library’s Holiday Cookie Exchange. Each recipe will appear in the library’s annual cookie book. An extra bonus – a prize will be given for the best holiday…
Find out more »Do You Hear What I Hear?
Do You Hear What I Hear? Ambrosia Quartet Wed., Dec. 21, 4-5 pm Mathews Memorial Library The magic of the season will be found in the enchanted sounds of the Virginia Symphony Orchestra’s Ambrosia Quartet. An afternoon of light classics and holiday music ringing through the library will put attendees in the proper state of mind for celebrating. Those who attend will also enjoy traditional Christmas pudding and Wassail.
Find out more »March 2023
Used Book Sale
Every Saturday 10:00-2:00, Orrell Building Book Store behind the Visitor's Center. Thousands of books — most are only $1 Learn more about the Friends of the Mathews Memorial Library: www.friendsofmathewslibrary.org Book Store: 725-0808
Find out more »June 2023
Soothin’ Summer Sounds: VSO Woodwind Quintet
Join the Mathews Memorial Library for a performance by the VSO Woodwind Quintet! This event is free and open to the public! Refreshments are provided.
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