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Mathews County Republicans to Host “Fun Raiser”
A COMMUNITY EVENT* What? A home cooked Spaghetti Supper with all of the fixings When? Tuesday, October 3, 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Where? Piankatank Ruritan Club, Hudgins Who? A fun event hosted by the Mathews County Republican Committee Why? An opportunity to hear the candidates; all candidates invited! Cost: $10.00 per adult, $5 for children under 12, and $30 for a family Wine and beer available for $4.00 *Proceeds to be donated to selected charities. Additional fundraising opportunities/information will…
Find out more »Fall Bazaar
There will be crafts, food (hamburgers, hotdogs, our famous hand-cut fries, cookies, drinks), bake sale, yard sale, outside vendors, face painting, and pumpkins for sale. Outside vendors are still being accepted, call 804-815-1488. Proceeds that result from this bazaar will be given to the church for charitable ministries. Plan to come and have a fun-filled day. Get a pumpkin for fall decorating, buy some Christmas presents, have lunch, pick up a bargain at the yard sale, bring the children, they…
Find out more »Resources Council Meeting
Mathews County Resource Council monthly meeting. The council meets the third Thursday every month at the Rescue Squad Building in Hudgins, VA.
Find out more »The Candidates Speak
Mathews County Resources Council invites all candidates for School Board & Board of Supervisors to participate in The Candidates Speak. Please Note: Candidates will have 5 minutes to present information with questions from the audience at the conclusion of all presentations. Thursday, October 19, 2017 at the Mathews Memorial Library (John Warren Cooke Conference Room) 9:30 – 11:00AM RSVP (yes or no) by October 6, 2017 adlitmidpenva@gmail.com or call: 804-210-9169
Find out more »Mathews Maritime Speaker Event
John Emory Horner and Bill Walters discuss extensive careers at Milford Haven Coast Guard Station. Mr. Horner spent 25 years as Officer-in-Charge there, and Mr. Walters has been with the Coast Guard Auxiliary for 52 years. Both brought a wealth of experience to their service at Milford Haven. In WW II Mr. Walters served on a seaplane in the Pacific Theater for 3 years, and later became a licensed Surveyor for The Virginia Marine Resources Commission, and with the Coast Guard accurately…
Find out more »Steamed Shrimp Dinner
Come out and enjoy great food, fun and fellowship at our semi-annual shrimp dinner. Includes steamed shrimp, hush puppies, cole slaw, baked beans, desserts and drinks. Hot dogs also available. $17.00 to eat in or $16.00 for takeouts. Children 5 - 10, $6.00. Under 5, Free. Your donation supports a variety of church and community outreach. For tickets, call 725-8673.
Find out more »Walkers & Runners Group
Join a growing group of walkers and runners on Saturday mornings 8am at Mathews YMCA parking lot. All paces & abilities are welcome and you don't need to be a member of the Y to participate. Occasionally, folks bring bicycles to ride - you'll always find company & variety of activities!
Find out more »Mathews Farmers Market
The Mathews Farmers Market is located on the historic courthouse green in Mathews County, Virginia. Stroll among the historic village buildings as you shop from local vendors who specialize in fresh organic produce. Each month your senses will come alive from the seasonal array of wholesome fruits and vegetables, native plants, baked goods and handcrafted gifts presented at the Farmer's Market. Be sure to check the calendar for Special Events and Gardening Demonstrations offered on any given Saturday. It is…
Find out more »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 »Tompkins Cottage Museum
Tompkins Cottage Museum (ca. 1820) operated by the Mathews County Historical Society, Inc. - The cottage contains changing exhibits and a collection of objects reflecting a typical home of the 1800s. The building is named for Christopher Tompkins of Poplar Grove, a prominent local planter, merchant sea captain and ship owner/builder. A room is dedicated to his daughter, Capt. Sally Louisa Tompkins, CSA. Capt. Sally was the first woman to be commissioned an officer in an American army.
Find out more »Thomas James Store
The Thomas James Store, maintained by the Mathews County Historical Society, Inc., is a rare and excellent example of an early nineteenth-century rural commercial building. Although it has undergone some alterations and was almost certainly moved from its original location, the store retains much of its original fabric and is remarkably well preserved for its age. It dates to c. 1820, and appears to be the oldest building in the downtown commercial district. It is a registered National Historic Building.
Find out more »Virginia’s Li’l Ole Opry – GOOD SHOT JUDY
For the first time ever, Virginia's Li'l Ole Opry presents these Gloucester boys performing the local SWING with the 9 piece band. It's the absolute BEST in big band from yesteryear! The first half will feature the Opry band and singers!
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