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April 2019
Memory Support Group
Memory Support Group sponsored by Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury The 2nd Thursday of every month at 1:00 pm, Mathews Memorial Library The Memory Support Group is for persons living with dementia in early through late stages and offers support for the caregivers. Activities will be offered for the individual with memory loss and support for the caregiver. The group is led by RWC’s Dementia Coordinator, Mary Arthur, who is PAC Certified.
Find out more »Lighthouse Keepers Honored in Mathews
Lighthouse Keepers to be Honored, April 13 in Mathews County The memory of six lighthouse keepers will be kept alive in public ceremonies by members of the Chesapeake Chapter, United States Lighthouse Society and U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. Everyone interested is invited to the graveside ceremonies to be held on April 13. Betty Collins, Board Member of the Chesapeake Chapter and Event Coordinator of the Mathews USLHS Grave Marker Ceremonies, states "recognizing lighthouse keepers and the life saving service that…
Find out more »Resources Council Meeting
Mathews County Resources Council monthly meeting. The council meets the third Thursday every month at the Mathews Memorial Library. Meeting agenda posted at the library.
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 »Crew Regatta
Regattas take place at Williams Wharf Landing All regattas start at 8:50 AM and end when racing is over Parking is $10 with a shuttle bus provided for the half-mile journey OR or you may walk Entry to the regatta is free Food will be available for purchase Dogs are not allowed on site Dates: April 6th April 20th May 4th
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
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Tompkins Cottage Museum Open
The cottage is one of the oldest frame structures in the courthouse area. It 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. An excellent example of…
Find out more »Mathews Maritime Museum Open
The Mathews Maritime Museum will be open every Friday and Saturday 10am to 2pm until September!
Find out more »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 golden egg with a prize!
Find out more »Brad Parks – Visiting Author
Brad Parks recently published book, “Say Nothing,” received the People’s Choice Award for Fiction at the 21st Annual Library of Virginia Literacy Awards Celebration honoring Virginia writers. Parks, a former journalist for the Washington Post and former resident of Middlesex, has appeared at the library on several occasions to discuss his mysteries, one of which featured Mathews as the setting for the novel.
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