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June 2024
Isaac Hadden Organ Trio
Isaac Hadden Organ Trio is a heavy-hitting, improvisational, cosmic groove ensemble, carving out a distinct voice in the world of funk, jazz, rock, and R&B. The group performs intricate yet accessible original music and fresh arrangements of classic tunes.
Find out more »Lecture Series at Williams Wharf Landing
Join the Mathews Land Conservancy for a discussion on the rise in modern aquaculture in Chesapeake Bay and why we should make room for it, with Mike Congrove and Stan Allen from Oyster Seed Holdings. Oyster aquaculture in Chesapeake Bay bloomed relatively late on the world stage, but rose very quickly in the 2000s so that Virginia now leads the East Coast in production. This growth was bolstered by the development of breeding techniques that maximize productivity. With this growth was…
Find out more »Public Opening of the Thomas Hunley General Store & Post Office
General stores and post offices were both a mainstay and a way of life in Mathews County years ago. They were the gathering spots and the epicenters of each of the respective communities throughout the county. On Saturday, June 22, 10:00 am until 2:00 pm, Mathews “newest general store” will open its doors to the public. The Tommy Hunley General Store/post office will receive its first official customers at Saturday’s open reception at the Mathews Museum, 200 Main Street, where…
Find out more »Mathews VFD 1st Annual Boat Docking Contest
Join the Mathews Volunteer Fire Department for the 1st Annual Boat Docking Contest! There are 15 boats participating in the contest! There will be live music, sales vendors, food vendors, a kids' zone and more! Your ticket includes unlimited beer and entry to the event (kids 10 and under are free). Hunter Owens will perform the National Anthem, and there will be live music from Part Time and DJ Tommy Eriksen! Food trucks include: The Seafood Shack, Coastal Thirst, Salty…
Find out more »Mercy Creek at Mi Casa
Join Mi Casa Azteca for a live show with Mercy Creek- the band specializes in "aggressive folk rock" and "earthy, edgy music!" This show is free with no cover charge, come by for some great drinks and food with some rocking' tunes!
Find out more »4th Sundays at ETC. Vintage!
Join ETC. Vintage for their special summer series- 4th Sundays! Enjoy some shopping and delicious foods- the featured food truck this month is T-Boyeés Couillon Bon, LLC.
Find out more »The Adventure Begins: Teen Summer Program
Register today for the Teen Summer Program at the Mathews Memorial Library! This free program is daily from 10 am- 2 pm, and open to ages 12-17. There will be many activities, including: nature safety, learning to LARP, cosplay social, archery, Library Olympics, fantasy writing & art, tips for reading to learn, games & crafts, and making new friends!
Find out more »Meditation in Motion
Join Ashley Murphy, LMFT & Yoga Therapy Teacher-in-Training, for Meditation in Motion! Relax and practice self-love with a gentle blend of Yoga Therapy, Breathwork, Meditation, Energy Work and brain-based nervous system regulation techniques! Space is limited, so pre-register by calling 757-903-6978 or emailing [email protected].
Find out more »Mathews Garden Group: What’s Buggin’ You? Pest Pressure Problems!
Join the Mathews Gardening Group for their June meeting, with speaker Frank Long, BS, MA, Middlesex Extension Agent! Long will discuss solutions for reducing pest pressure: Signs and Symptoms of Pest Problems Identifying Pests Extent of damage Common solutions Prevention strategy Where to turn for help
Find out more »Gwynn’s Island Days
Join the Gwynn's Island Civic League for this year's Gwynn's Island Chicken Dinner & Gwynn's Island Festival! All proceeds from both events will benefit the Gwynn's Island Civic League and the Gwynn's Island Museum. The Chicken Dinner will take place on Friday, June 28 from 4:30-7 pm. Tickets are $15, and available at the door. Enjoy a chicken dinner with all the fixings! There will be a drive-through option available! Then, on Saturday, celebrate the simpler life with a festival…
Find out more »Party at the Wharf
$5 at the gate (children 12 & under free)Gate opens at 5:00 PM; Live Music 6:00-9:00 PMMUSIC - William Earl Sadler & Low BottomFOOD TRUCK - Positive Pizza, Coastal Thirst and After Prom All ages welcome! Bring a friend and a chair! No coolers please. Hosted by the Mathews Land Conservancy, a 501(c)3 non-profit org, owners of the wharf - all proceeds benefit the facilities of the MLC.SPONSORS:Frances Hudgins, Hudgins Design CollaborativeShun XingLynette Glockner, Mathews PharmacyRandy, William & Virginia Hudgins,…
Find out more »Islander Regatta
Annual 9 mile paddling event for non-motorized craft, circumnavigating one of Virginia’s few inhabited islands: Gwynn’s Island in Mathews County. With its origins as a fun summer challenge for a group of friends, the Islander Regatta is opening its door to more participants. Max 200.
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