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May 2023
Roaring Twenties Silent Auction
Join Zoll Vineyards for their Roaring Twenties party inspired by “The Great Gatsby”— this will be an event that really pulls out all the stops! This is an exciting way to celebrate togetherness and help raise money for the Gloucester Mathews Humane Society. Don't forget to dress to impress! Tickets include entry, a three course meal, silent auction with items from local businesses, and live music by Good Shot Judy!
Find out more »June 2023
Hatchery Tours & Tastings
Looking for a cool experience where science leads to sustainable culinary bliss?! Join Oyster Seed Holdings for a hatchery tour and tasting running every other Friday, May - August. Get a behind the scenes look at what it takes to put oyster seed in the hands of farmers. On Tour Fridays, there will be 6 tours with 6 people per tour starting at 5pm. Your ticket gets you an oyster tasting and a tour through the hatchery with a staff member…
Find out more »Family Art Festival
This afternoon of creative fun for the whole family will be held Saturday, June 3rd, at the riverfront Sunrise Farm. The event offers a variety of art and craft activities for children and adults, family-friendly games, live entertainment & food trucks. Dance and groove to classic rock and country by Shane Norris. Join a drum circle with CA&J Farm. Proceeds from this event support the Bay School's free OpenArts After School program and our pay-what-you-can Summer Art Camps. Help the…
Find out more »Party with a Purpose
The 2nd Annual Party with a Purpose is coming up on June 3rd, and proceeds will benefit Mathews' Meals on Wheels! This year's event will feature live music by The Roadducks, food from Backwoods BBQ, On the Flip Side and Short Lane Ice Cream, plus a beer and wine truck! Tickets include one drink. Stop in to the Visitor Center, Chesapeake Bank, Haskins Bayside Auto, or online at the link below to purchase tickets today!
Find out more »Virginia’s Li’l Ole Opry: Great Duets & Groups
The Opry will offer the BEST of Country and Rock’s great duets and groups including special tributes to The Judds & Fleetwood Mac.
Find out more »American Legion World Famous Breakfast
American Legion Post 83 World Famous Breakfast
Find out more »The Courthouse Players’ Production of Disney’s Moana Jr.
Disney’s Moana Jr. is a 60-minute musical adaptation of the 2016 Disney animated film, bringing the adventures of Moana and her village of Motunui to life onstage! The show features all the beloved songs from the film, written by renowned composer Lin-Manuel Miranda, Opetaia Foa’i, and Mark Mancina, including “How Far I’ll Go,” “Shiny,” and “You’re Welcome.” This thrilling and heartwarming coming-of-age story follows the strong-willed Moana as she sets sail across the Pacific to save her village and discover the truth…
Find out more »Swing Bridge Book Launch Party
Local author Bronwyn Hughes and illustrator Kat Sharp are hosting a Book Launch Party on Thursday, June 8! Swing Bridge, a collection of short stories set in a fictionalized community on the Chesapeake Bay, explores social issues and celebrates the richness of small-town life. Come out and get your signed copy, and celebrate with live music by Piankatank, beer and soft drinks, food from Positive Pizza and temporary tattoos and stickers! This event is open to the public, and will…
Find out more »Movie Night at the Museum
Join the Mathews Historical Museum for a Friday Movie Night! The Museum cordially invites you to a showing of “TAKING FLIGHT,” stories of early Virginia aviation from 1864 to 1940. Doors open at 6:30 PM Movie at 7 PM This no-cost event is open to the public, at no cost.
Find out more »Mathews Micro Triathlon Series
Now in its 6th year, the Mathews Micro Triathlon Series kicks off in June for another 4-event series. Ideal for beginners to the sport of triathlon OR for experienced who want an opportunity to train & compete. MMTS #3 has options for Micro OR Sprint distances. Awards presented at the final series event in August to top overall finishers.
Find out more »Tompkins Cottage Museum Open
Open April 1st - October 28th! The cottage, which is headquarters for the Mathews County Historical Society, is named for Christopher Tompkins, a local sea captain, planter, local merchant, and member of the state legislature. He bought the cottage property in 1837 and is the first known owner. Exhibits include a room dedicated to the history of Mathews County which serves as a gift shop, two rooms representing a home from the 1840s to the 1900s, and a room dedicated…
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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