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June 2025

Ribbon Cutting: VA250 LOVE Signs

June 29 @ 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Oyster Seed Holdings, 425 Callis Wharf Rd
Grimstead, VA 23064 United States
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Join the Mathews VA250 Committee for a double-ribbon cutting event!! Through a generous grant, the Mathews VA250 has arranged for two new LOVEWorks signs in Mathews- one at The Hatchery/ Oyster Seed Holdings, and one at Williams Wharf! Both will be unveiled on this day, and a ribbon-cutting to represent both signs will take place at the Hatchery. Stay after the ceremony for a day of fun, oysters, and drinks on the water- plus plenty of photo ops!

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July 2025

MVFD East Riverfest 2025 Boat Docking & Fireworks Show

July 5 @ 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Williams Wharf, 1039 Williams Wharf Road
Mathews, VA 23109 United States
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Mark your calendars- more info coming soon!

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American Legion’s World Famous Breakfast

July 6 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am
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An event every month that begins at 8:00 am on day First of the month, repeating until December 31, 2025

American Legion, Mathews Post 83, 73 Hookemfair Rd
Hudgins, VA 23109 United States
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$12

First Sunday of every month! Join the American Legion Post 83 at 73 Hookemfair Road for their monthly World Famous Breakfast! $12 Donation. Call: 804-725-7422 for more info

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Soothin’ Summer Sounds: Plunky & Oneness

July 10 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Mathews Memorial Library, 251 Main Street
Mathews, VA 23109 United States
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Join the Mathews Memorial Library for the second concert in their Soothin' Summer Sounds series with Plunky & Oneness! Free and open to the public!

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Music on Maple with Mackenzie Roark Trio

July 11 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Thomas James Store, 44 Maple Ave
Mathews, VA 23109 United States
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$30

Welcome to Music on Maple with Mackenzie Roark & The Hotpants (Trio), hosted by the Mathews County Visitor & Information Center and the Mathews County Historical Society! Join us in welcoming Richmond Americana artist Mackenzie Roark to Mathews for the first time! As the front woman of Mackenzie Roark & the Hotpants, she is known for blending the soulful roots of classic country, the storytelling spirit of 70’s folk, and the raw edge of rock and roll! She will be…

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Battle of Cricket Hill Ceremony

July 12 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Morningstar Marinas, 249 Mill Point Road
Mathews, VA 23109 United States
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Join the Sons of the American Revolution, Richard Henry Lee Chapter, for the Cricket Hill Ceremony, promptly at 10 am. On July 8, 1776, Gen. Andrew Lewis and Virginia militia established an artillery battery at Fort Cricket Hill to attack Lord Dunmore’s camp on Gwynn’s Island. Without boats, Lewis was unable to launch a land attack on Dunmore’s camp.  Instead, Lewis used an artillery barrage from Fort Cricket Hill to attack Dunmore’s camp and ships on July 9.  Dunmore and…

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Second Sunday Shopping

July 13 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Etc. Vintage, 2066 Buckley Hall Road
Cobbs Creek, VA 23035 United States
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Join ETC. Vintage for a Second Sunday Shopping experience, and stop in for some delicious eats from Edgar's All Fired Up BBQ Food Truck!

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Faerie Tea

July 13 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Bay School Community Arts Center, 279 Main Street
Mathews, VA 23109 United States
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$45

Bring Your Own Teacup • Faerie Dress Encouraged, Tea & Faerie-Inspired Tasties • Games & Activities • Door Prizes • Learn Fae & Tea Lore • Silent Auction •  Vendors • Make a necklace with Virginia Coyle • Faerie Shopping Boutique • Raffles Sign up for Faerie Hair for an additional $20, by appointment only.

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Red Cross Blood Drive

July 15 @ 12:30 pm - 6:00 pm
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One event on April 15, 2025 at 12:30 pm

One event on July 15, 2025 at 12:30 pm

One event on September 9, 2025 at 12:30 pm

One event on December 2, 2025 at 12:30 pm

Piankatank Ruritan Club, 7138 Buckley Hall Road
Mathews, VA 23109 United States
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Give the gift of life- donate blood at one of the Red Cross' Blood Drives this year! Drink plenty of water, and come in ready to give blood. January 28, April 15, July 15, September 9, December 2- you can register for any or all of the dates on redcrossblood.org!

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Party at the Wharf 2025 Concert Series

July 18 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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One event on May 17, 2025 at 5:00 pm

One event on June 13, 2025 at 5:00 pm

One event on July 18, 2025 at 5:00 pm

One event on August 15, 2025 at 5:00 pm

One event on September 5, 2025 at 5:00 pm

One event on October 3, 2025 at 5:00 pm

Williams Wharf, 1039 Williams Wharf Road
Mathews, VA 23109 United States
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$5

Stay tuned for a listing of performers and food trucks! All concerts are family-friendly! All cost $5, except 5/17 Party, which is free as part of the Tour de Chesapeake.

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Party at the Wharf Summer Series 2025

July 18 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Williams Wharf Landing, 1039 Williams Wharf Road
Mathews, VA 23109 United States
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$5

Join the Mathews Land Conservancy for their Party at the Wharf Summer Series with live music by The Tidewinders, and delicious food trucks On the Flip Side and Howard-Dooley Cafe. Gates open at 5 pm, with live music from 6-9 pm. All ages are welcome: tickets are $5 (12 and under are free!) Cash bar- wine and beer available. Bring your lawn chair!

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Donk’s 50th Anniversary Shows

July 19 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
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One event on May 10, 2025 at 7:30 pm

One event on June 14, 2025 at 7:30 pm

One event on July 19, 2025 at 7:30 pm

One event on August 16, 2025 at 7:30 pm

One event on September 13, 2025 at 7:30 pm

One event on October 18, 2025 at 7:30 pm

One event on November 8, 2025 at 7:30 pm

One event on December 6, 2025 at 7:30 pm

Harry M. Ward Auditorium – Mathews High School, 9889 Buckley Hall Rd
Mathews, VA 23109 United States
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$15

Performance schedule coming, dates below: 4/5, 5/10, 6/14, 7/19, 8/16, 9/13, 10/18, 11/8, 12/6   All shows subject to last minute changes.  Please join the email list or on Facebook for real-time updates. Harry M. Ward Auditorium, Mathews High School, 9889 Buckley Hall Road, Mathews, VA 23109 NEW!!!  Shows start at 7:30 PM – Doors open at 7:00 PM Tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for Children 12 and under Tickets can be purchased at the door on show…

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