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December 2022

Virginia’s Li’l Ole Opry Show

December 3, 2022 @ 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm
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One event on October 8, 2022 at 7:30 pm

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One event on December 3, 2022 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
Donk's Theater Logo

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…

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Made in Mathews Open Studio Tour

December 4, 2022 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Mathews Visitor Center, 239 Main Street
Mathews, VA 23109 United States
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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…

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Deck the Halls

December 4, 2022 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Mathews Memorial Library, 251 Main Street
Mathews, VA 23109 United States
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Deck the Halls Tree Trimming Party Sun., Dec. 4, 1-3 pm Mathews Memorial Library Celebrate the season in a Christmas card setting come to life at our annual Deck the Hall tree trimming party. Join Friends & family to enjoy holiday music, seasonal refreshments, and a special visit from Santa.

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Red Cross Blood Drive

December 6, 2022 @ 1:30 pm - 6:30 pm
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One event on April 19, 2022 at 1:30 pm

One event on July 19, 2022 at 1:30 pm

One event on September 13, 2022 at 1:30 pm

One event on December 6, 2022 at 1:30 pm

Piankatank Ruritan Club, 7138 Buckley Hall Road
Mathews, VA 23109 United States
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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!

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Christmas at the Museum

December 10, 2022 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
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Mathews Historical Museum, 200 Main Street
Mathews, VA 23109 United States
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JOIN THE MUSEUM FOR THE 3RD ANNUAL CHRISTMAS BAZAAR Friday and Saturday December 9th and 10th / 9:00 am - 5:00 pm both days at the Museum located at 200 Main Street; Mathews Courthouse. Please see the attached brochure for the complete details on this wonderful and festive seasonal event - P.s. Vendor booth locations within the Museum are available. Call for your spot today!~  

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Christmas Farmers Market

December 10, 2022 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Mathews Historic Courthouse, 27 Court Street
Mathews, VA 23109 United States
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A VERY MERRY Christmas FARMERS MARKET A Holiday Celebration of Unique Gifts, Handmade Goods, and Gourmet Delights. Sat., Dec. 10th 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Historic Courthouse Green Mathews, Virginia Sponsored by Mathews Main Street www.mathewsmainstreet.org

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Tompkins Cottage Museum Christmas Open House

December 10, 2022 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Tompkins Cottage, Brickbat Road
Mathews, VA 23109 United States
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Tompkins Cottage Museum Christmas Open House 43 Brickbat Rd. Sat., Dec. 10th 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Tompkins Cottage Museum Christmas Open House will be Saturday, December 10th as part of the Mathews Farmers Christmas Market. The Cottage will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Stop by for a tour and do some holiday shopping for the history buff in your family.

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Mathews Christmas Parade

December 10, 2022 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Mathews Main Street Mathews, VA 23109 United States + Google Map
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Mathews Christmas Parade

The 2022 Mathews Christmas Parade will be held on Saturday, December 10th at 1:00 p.m. Parade Theme: "Fishing you a Merry Christmas!" 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 (old Bank of America) Applications are available to pick up and drop off at the Mathews Visitor Center (239 Main Street) or send by mail to "Mathews Visitor…

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Once Upon A Christmas

December 13, 2022 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Mathews Memorial Library, 251 Main Street
Mathews, VA 23109 United States
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Once Upon A Christmas A PJ Story Time Tues., Dec. 13, 6-7 pm Mathews Memorial Library Tonight belongs to the children! Santa has promised to pay a visit to this very special storytime event, all children up to age 6 are invited to pull on their PJs, grab their blanket and favorite teddy bear and come to the library to share in the magic of Christmas stories. Cookies and hot chocolate will be served.

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A Gift for Santa

December 15, 2022 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Mathews Memorial Library, 251 Main Street
Mathews, VA 23109 United States
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A Gift for Santa Cookie Exchange Thurs., Dec. 15, 11 am-12 pm Mathews Memorial Library The taste of freshly baked cookies is one of the joys of Christmas, sharing this treat is part of the magic of the season. Bakers are invited to create their favorite cookie and share them with friends at the library’s Holiday Cookie Exchange. Each recipe will appear in the library’s annual cookie book. An extra bonus – a prize will be given for the best holiday…

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Do You Hear What I Hear?

December 21, 2022 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Mathews Memorial Library, 251 Main Street
Mathews, VA 23109 United States
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Do You Hear What I Hear? Ambrosia Quartet Wed., Dec. 21, 4-5 pm Mathews Memorial Library The magic of the season will be found in the enchanted sounds of the Virginia Symphony Orchestra’s Ambrosia Quartet. An afternoon of light classics and holiday music ringing through the library will put attendees in the proper state of mind for celebrating. Those who attend will also enjoy traditional Christmas pudding and Wassail.

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January 2023

Used Book Sale

January 28 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 10:00 am on Saturday, repeating indefinitely

Friends of the Mathews Memorial Library, 68 Maple Avenue
Mathews, VA 23109 United States
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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

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  • MCVIC to Reopen February, Temporary Location Update
    Pardon our mess on Main Street – but our home in Sibley’s General Store is under major renovation! Until Summer 2023, the Mathews Visitor Center will be operating from a temporary location located on Brickbat Road, behind Storybound Construction, and across from Mi Casa Azteca. The address can be found at 260 Main Street, Brickbat […]

A Campaign to Save Sibley’s

Sibley’s General Store has been central to the Mathews County Downtown Historic District since the store was constructed in 1899. Serving our community for over 120 years, the impacts of time and climate have not gone easy on the historically registered building. MCVIC has a plans in place to preserve its structural and historical integrity into the future. We have reached our goal and construction is currently underway until Summer, 2023! Read more about our project and how you can support …

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