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SUMMARY:May Faire\, A Rural Life: Country Stores\, Post Offices & Wharfs
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe 2025 May Faire theme will be A Rural Life: Country Stores\, Post Offices & Wharfs. \nThe 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 and families. \nThis year\, May Faire will be a two-day county fair-type of event\, with crafters\, food trucks\, and entertainment\, a children’s corner\, Pound Cake contest\, photography contest  and the traditional May Pole dance. May Faire is sponsored by the Mathews Museum\, which is celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2025. Visit www.mathewsvamuseum.org for information. \nWe welcome anyone interested in helping develop this exciting event. For more information\, questions\, contact the chair at cbbbbb@va.metrocast.net \nThe event celebrates Mathews County’s past with a different history theme each year.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/may-faire-3/
LOCATION:Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food & Drink,History,Live Music,Outdoor,Shopping,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Museum":MAILTO:mathewsvamuseum@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Music on Maple with Tristan Dougherty Trio
DESCRIPTION:Our first Music on Maple concert of the year will be on May 2nd\, and the band is the Tristan Dougherty Trio!\n\nTristan 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\, rooted in the belief that live music is essential to keeping our souls awake and our communities connected.\n\nWe are thrilled to have this talented act joining us\, and to also have local favorite Hunter Owens Music playing on set breaks!\nSmall Town Burger will also be set up at this event\, and we’ll be selling beer from Gloucester Brewing Company\, as well as wine\, soft drinks and water!\n\nSponsorship opportunities and tickets are available at the Mathews Visitor Center\, so grab yours quickly\, as this is anticipated to sell out! Individual tickets are $30/ each\, and include one beverage.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/music-on-maple-with-tristan-dougherty-trio/
LOCATION:Thomas James Store\, 44 Maple Ave\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,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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SUMMARY:TDC'S Party at the Wharf
DESCRIPTION:Join the Tour de Chesapeake for a special\, FREE Party at the Wharf! Open to all! \nBand: 7th Street Dance Band Food Truck: Creekside Catering
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/tdcs-party-at-the-wharf/
LOCATION:Williams Wharf\, 1039 Williams Wharf Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food & Drink,Live Music,Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250518T150000
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SUMMARY:VA250 All America Concert
DESCRIPTION:The Mathews VA250 Committee is pleased to co-sponsor\, along with the Mathews Museum and the Mathews County Historical Society\, a concert at Mathews High School\, featuring The Courthouse Community Orchestra\, under the direction of Staff Sergeant Jarrett Kocan of the U.S. Air Force Heritage of America Band. \nJoin us as we memorialize the 249th anniversary of the May 15 creation of Virginia’s Declaration of Independence. The concert will begin at 3 pm\, doors open at 2:30 pm. There is no charge for this event.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/va250-all-america-concert/
LOCATION:Harry M. Ward Auditorium  – Mathews High School\, 9889 Buckley Hall Rd\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Live Music
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SUMMARY:Live Music by Jonathan Paige Brown Jr @ The Hatchery
DESCRIPTION:Dates:  5/24/25\nTimes: 6PM – 8PM\nLocation: Oyster Seed Holdings\, 425 Callis Wharf Rd\, Grimstead\, VA 23068\nOrganizer: The Hatchery\nLink: www.thehatcheryculture.com\nPrice: free\nContact: 804-725-3046\, thehatchery@oshoyster.com\nImage: (attached)\n\nDescription: \n\n  \nThe Hatchery is hosting live music by Jonathan Paige Brown Jr on Sat 5/24 of Memorial Weekend\, from 6-8pm.  \nJonathan 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 musical genres including country\, soul\, pop and folk\, Jonathan infuses his own unique style into each of his performances\, creating a sound that is both timeless and contemporary. Jonathan’s music resonates with listeners on a deeply emotional level. As Jonathan continues to make waves in the music industry\, his passion for creating authentic\, heartfelt music remains at the forefront of his artistic vision. Keep an eye out for Jonathan Paige Brown Jr. as he continues to leave his mark on the music scene with his soul-stirring performances and unforgettable songs.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/live-music-by-jonathan-paige-brown-jr-the-hatchery/
LOCATION:Oyster Seed Holdings\, 425 Callis Wharf Rd\, Grimstead\, VA\, 23064\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Live Music,Outdoor
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