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December 2017
Christmas Parade Food Drive
Mathews Cub Scout Pack 124’s Annual Christmas Food Drive To donate: Have food items in grocery bags in front of you during the parade so the Scouts can collect them. Thank you! We will be collecting canned goods and non-perishable food items for Hands Across Mathews during the Mathews Christmas Parade on December 9th starting at 1:00 pm.
Find out more »Gun Law Seminar
Our events feature experienced attorneys, law enforcement, and other firearms professionals that cover a wide-range of topics such as the Castle Doctrine, the justified use of deadly force, where you can legally carry, what to expect when law enforcement arrives, and much more. Every event has dedicated question and answer segments to ensure all attendees are able to get the information they want to know from a credible source they can trust. Middlesex Shooting Sports Club, 1860 Twiggs Ferry Rd,…
Find out more »Caroling on the Creek
Mobjack Kayaking is bringing back an old tradition, 'Caroling on the Creek'. On Saturday December 16th participants will paddle their lighted kayaks up Put-in-Creek between 4:30 and 6:30 pm. If you would like to join in with your kayak call 757-645-6251. If you live on the creek please come down to the water's edge and join our caroling fun!
Find out more »March 2018
Mathews County Community Easter Egg Hunt
Bring your kids to collect thousands of Easter eggs right in the heart of Mathews! The event starts at 11am sharp on the Mathews Courthouse Square. The Easter Bunny will be present, and there will be one egg with a prize donated by Dilly Dally Emporium!
Find out more »April 2018
Mathews Farmers Market
The Mathews Farmers Market brings Saturday life in Mathews! It is located on the Historic Court House green in Mathews County, Virginia and each week brings a new array of wholesome fruits and vegetables, native plants, baked goods and handcrafted gifts. On Holiday Saturdays you will find entertainment and music. It's all part of the regular fare at the market. The Mathews Farmers Market won the 2017 Coastal Virginia Best of Virginia Award! Bring a reusable bag, shop local, and…
Find out more »Life Close to Nature Workshops (Natural Health Ideas)
Natural health ideas. Every workshop is different, enjoy one or all! see the website for details. C.A. & J. Farm is an off-grid capable Solar, Medicinal Herb Farm, established in 1997. Located in beautiful Mathews County, VA, only 15-20 minutes from Gloucester, Main Street. We have 5 Self-Sustaining Acres, Using All Natural Methods. Farm Tours Available, Workshops, drum circles, special events, fresh eggs, herbs and essential oils.
Find out more »May 2018
May Faire
May Faire's second annual festival is a family-friendly event sponsored by the Mathews County Historical Museum, will be held on Saturday, May 5, 2018 from 9:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. on the County’s Historic Court Green. The event has been officially named Mathews' Heritage Event! This year will be focusing on the 1950's theme. There will be a vendors, food trucks, live music and festival events!
Find out more »Mathews Family YMCA BBQ Bash
Great Music · Pulled Pork BBQ, Chicken & Fixins’ · Beer & Wine included Tickets $50 each • Denim & Diamonds Pre-Party Tickets $15 Additional (5-6pm) Live & Silent Auctions · Dress-Country Casual Proceeds ensure the Y remains open to all
Find out more »20th Annual Tour De Chesapeake
The County of Mathews, Mathews Land Conservancy and Mathews Visitor Center invite you to the 20th Annual Tour De Chesapeake!! This full weekend is jam packed with activities for families to enjoy. Flat, scenic routes, entertainment, art tour, water sports, live music, unique lodging, seafood feast and party at Williams Wharf -- experience the best of Mathews County! This year is going to be the best yet, and you can find the full schedule online at: http://tourdechesapeake.org Don't miss out…
Find out more »Seafood Feast and Party at the Wharf
FREE ADMISSION AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! Fresh seafood and other options by Creekside Catering. Menu TBA – Available for purchase on site (takes credit cards). Beer, Wine and soft drinks by the Mathews Visitor Center – Cash only please Entertainment/Dancing provided by Lynda Smith & 7th Street Shuttle available to/from THMS (no drinks permitted on the bus)
Find out more »June 2018
Mathews Maritime Foundation Yard Sale
Please check your houses, garages, boats for items you feel ready to part with that can be enjoyed by the next person. We ALL have some! Please keep in mind that the new SEA SCOUT program is looking for camping gear (sleeping bags, tents, cook ware, etc.) to add to the fun as they learn boat handling techniques, cooperation, and building of spirit and skills. Items for the yard sale can be brought in the previous day, Friday June 1, from 10-2.
Find out more »Horn Harbor Duathlon (Run+Swim)
Also known as "Beat The Jellies" we're doing it again! This is our 4th Horn Harbor Duathlon - the date/time selected is to avoid jellyfish (which arrive in the area late June/ early July) and to coincide with high tide. You do not need to be a club member to participate in this NO COST, non-competitive event. OK - we do time it (overall & splits) but just for bragging rights. Meet at the Johnson's Home in Mathews Co -…
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