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October 2022
Virginia’s Li’l Ole Opry Show
Donk's Theater Virginia's Li'l Ole Opry Harry M. Ward Auditorium, Mathews High School, 9889 Buckley Hall Road, Mathews, VA Shows start at 8:00 p.m. – Doors Open at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under (Available at the door, or in advance at the Mathews Visitor Center on Main Street, Mathews, or Marketplace Antiques, Route 17, Gloucester) April 2 – ALL STAR OPRY – Welcome back the Opry band and cast for…
Find out more »Mathews Marathon & Half Marathon
Mathews Marathon & Half Marathon October 15, 7am mocva.com/marathon 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. Registration will close on October 9 - cost is $50 for Half Marathon, $75 for Full Marathon. The race course is along open roads (not closed to traffic). “Caution Runner” signs will be prominently displayed along the route…
Find out more »Oktoberfest at the Church of Francis de Sales
The Church of Francis de Sales, John B. VanOver and Chris Hale, invite you to a Oktoberfest Dinner, Saturday, October 15, 2022, 5pm to 7pm Pat Lipinski (804) 725-1537 Ed Lipinski (703) 915-3240
Find out more »25th Anniversary Celebration and Fine Arts Auction
October 15, 5:30 pm Please join us at Parson's Point for an evening of fine food and fundraising, featuring dinner by The Catering Company and live music by Peyton Brabrand and the Josh Lief Band. The evening will include live and silent auctions and other entertaining ways to support the Bay School's mission to provide people of all ages and abilities opportunities to learn, experience and appreciate the arts. Tickets may be purchased at the link below. If you are…
Find out more »Bobby Blackhat with Concerts by the Bay
Bobby Blackhat, Virginia's Blues Ambassador, award winning recording artist, musician, vocalist, songwriter, comedian, and producer has opened for B.B. King, Taj Mahal, Delbert McClinton, Patty Labelle, Ramsey Lewis, and Maze. Blending the influences of Chicago, Memphis, Piedmont, and Delta style blues, you are in for a Toe Tappin', Finger Poppin', Hip Shakin' Blues experience. Tickets available at the door or in advance at the Mathews Visitor Center. Single tickets are $25. Students admitted free with ID.
Find out more »Drum Circle at CA & J Farm
Join us at the Farm's Fire for some Family Community Drum Fun! Healthy refreshments, the Yellow Barn Store & meditation areas will be open. The donation bucket will be out....$10 asked per Adult, Kids under 12 FREE! bring your ukes & guitars, poetry, songs & spoken word to share....let's create music & peace together! Drums furnished, no experience needed. CA & J Farm - Educational, Herb, Egg & Music Farm
Find out more »November 2022
Hooray for Hollywood with Concerts by the Bay
Hooray for Hollywood! The Empire Trio, an exhilarating and uniquely talented classical crossover ensemble, has been taking concert halls by storm all over the world. Featuring the lush and mesmerizing voices of soprano Erin Shields, baritone Michael Kelly, and the versatile and virtuosic David Shenton on piano and violin. David is the world's first (and possibly only) musician to play violin and piano SIMULTANEOUSLY! Single tickets are $25 at the door ( FREE for Students!) or avoid the line and…
Find out more »Made in Mathews Open Studio Tour
2022 Open Studio Tour Weekends: Friday, November 25th, 10 am-5 pm Saturday, November 26th, 10 am-5 pm Sunday, November 27th, Noon – 5 pm Saturday, December 3rd, 10am-5pm Sunday, December 4th, Noon – 5 pm Every year, the weekend following Thanksgiving and the first weekend in December, the artist network in Mathews County open their doors to the public showcasing many genres of artisan crafts. The Open Studio Tour is a trail of artisans with studios around the County. Not only…
Find out more »December 2022
Red Cross Blood Drive
2022 Red Cross Blood Drives Piankatank Ruritan Club, 1:30pm-6:30pm Tuesday, Feb. 1 Tuesday, April 19 Tuesday, July 19 Tuesday,Sept. 13 Tuesday, Dec. 6 Masks 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!
Find out more »Mathews Christmas Parade
The 2022 Mathews Christmas Parade will be held on Saturday, December 10th at 1:00 p.m. Consider joining us in making this a memorable event for our community. A holiday favorite you don’t want to miss! Parade route from Thomas Hunter Middle School to Chesapeake Bank's new location. More details and applications coming soon. Sponsored by the Mathews Visitor & Information Center Parade Theme:Coming Soon Applications will be available to pick up and drop off at the Mathews Visitor Center (239…
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 »Jeff Little with Concerts by the Bay
Jeff Little is an award winning musician from the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. A remarkable pianist, Jeff has been recognized not only as a critically acclaimed musician, but an innovator in acoustic music. Travelling the country performing concerts with an energy and dedication to his music he continuously wows audiences. Performances include The Smithsonian Institution, The National Folk Festival, American Piano Masters, Merlefest, and many festivals, performing arts centers and music venues throughout the US. Jeff has been…
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