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SUMMARY:14th Annual Highland Games & Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Join us in celebrating a wee bit of Scotland! Bagpipes and drums lead the parade for the start of the annual Highland games. Participants compete in fun and challenging traditional Celtic sports that originated centuries ago in Scotland. The games\, testing strength\, endurance and skill\, are “sized” by age groups 6 to 14. Register in advance for a FREE t-shirt! \nBus leaves library at 8:45 a.m. to take children to the Piankatank Ruritan Recreational Field. \n 
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/14th-annual-highland-games-picnic/
LOCATION:Piankatank Ruritan Club\, 7138 Buckley Hall Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor,Sports,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Memorial Library":MAILTO:staff@mathewslibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180623T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180623T160000
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SUMMARY:Mathews Volunteer Rescue Squad Celebrates 50 Years of Service!
DESCRIPTION:On June 23rd\, 2018 the entire community is invited to help MVRS celebrate our 50th Anniversary! FREE BBQ\, chicken and hot dogs! Bounce house and gifts for the kids! \nEVENTS: Ambulances\, Fire Truck and Medical Helicopter to view and tour
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-volunteer-rescue-squad-celebrates-50-years-of-service/
LOCATION:Mathews Volunteer Rescue Squad\, 94 Cricket Hill Road\, Hudgins\, VA\, 23076\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Volunteer Rescue Squad":MAILTO:ronlamb324@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180623T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180623T230000
DTSTAMP:20260418T075341
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LAST-MODIFIED:20180419T014020Z
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SUMMARY:Riverball 2018
DESCRIPTION:A ROARING GOOD TIME \nEnjoy a Great Gatsby Evening \nDance to Jazz  – the soundtrack of the 20’s \nSavor the finest food \nSip on “giggle water” \n\nTickets $75  \nMathews County Visitor & Information Center \nMathews Memorial Library \nWhite Dog Bistro \n\n\nA Mathews Main Street Event \nProceeds support Main Street Gateway Project \n  \nCall 804.725.5747 |  facebook.com/RiverballMathews
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/riverball-2018/
LOCATION:The White Dog Bistro\, 68 Church St\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Food & Drink,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180626T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180626T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T075341
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SUMMARY:4-H CSI Day Camp
DESCRIPTION:Ages 9-13 and  Teen Counselors 14-18\nCost $40 for three full days of fun!  We will be doing cool crime scene investigation and forensic science experiments. Campers will bring bagged lunches.  Snack & drink provided.  Call Virginia Cooperative Extension at 725-7196 for more information. \nDate: June 26-28\, 2018  Time: 8:30am-4:00pm
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/4-h-csi-day-camp/
LOCATION:Virginia Cooperative Extension Office Mathews\, 10494 Buckley Hall Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180630T073000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180630T203000
DTSTAMP:20260418T075341
CREATED:20180517T194909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180518T192139Z
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SUMMARY:Crickets on the Hill
DESCRIPTION:Saturday June 30\, 7:30-8:30pm\nSunday\, July 1\, 3:00 matinee performance\nMathews High School  \n”Crickets on A Hill” a musical play by County resident Judy Ward\, is part of a series of events planned to commemorate the 242nd anniversary of the Battle of Cricket Hill which took place on Gwynn’s Island\, July 9-10\, 1776. The Crickets musical is well known and beloved by Mathews residents and honors the role that the county played in the Revolutionary War. Contact mchm1791@gmail.com or A. Minuth at 804-725-7947 for more information. This event is sponsored by the Court House Players and the Mathews County Historical Museum. A June 30 Saturday evening performance at 7:30 pm and a July 1 Sunday Matinee performance begins the week. Fireworks on the 4th\, culminating in an encampment and reenactment on Gwynn’s Island July 7-8. A TRULY REVOLUTIONARY WEEK IN MATHEWS COUNTY! \n$15 adult; $5 for children 12 and under
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/crickets-on-the-hill/
LOCATION:Harry M. Ward Auditorium  – Mathews High School\, 9889 Buckley Hall Rd\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Educational,History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Museum":MAILTO:mathewsvamuseum@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180630T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180630T110000
DTSTAMP:20260418T075341
CREATED:20180322T181426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180322T181426Z
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SUMMARY:Gwynn's Island Festival 5k & 8k Races
DESCRIPTION:THE EVENT\nThis event runs in conjunction with the Annual Gwynn’s Island Festival in late June. In Hawaiian\, Kukini means “swift runner or messenger\, employed by old chiefs\, with a premium on their speed” – come enjoy the Island-themed event around Mathews County Virginia’s Gwynn’s Island!  \nTHE CAUSE\nAs our club’s biggest fundraiser\, the proceeds for this event enable us to offer support for local organizations and events. Our co-organizers: Mathews Family YMCA and Gwynn’s Island Civic League\, will receive half of the day’s intake. VTTR sponsored the Mathews Markets Days 5k\, and in 2017 joined VDOT Adopt-A-Highway program and is keeping a section of our local roadways trash-free (a busy 2-mile section on Rte 14)!  \nTHE COURSES\nYou will enjoy this FAST\, FLAT course along the island coast with overlooks of Chesapeake Bay along the way. Gwynn’s Island is one of Virginia’s little-known gems: a welcoming community\, scenic views\, and full of history. Stick around after the race and enjoy the Annual Gwynn’s Island Festival. This will be a day you won’t forget and will want to enjoy year after year! \nRegister: https://www.webscorer.com/register?raceid=125304
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/gwynns-island-festival-5k-8k-races/
LOCATION:Gwynn’s Island Civic Center\, 1996 Old Ferry Rd.\, Gwynn\, VA\, 23066\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Health & Fitness
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gwynn's Island Civic League":MAILTO:gwynnsislandfestival@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180630T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180630T160000
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SUMMARY:70th Annual Gwynn's Island Festival
DESCRIPTION:Festival features live Music\, Arts and Crafts\, Antique Cars\,Harley Davidson Motorcycle Parade\, Food Vendors\,​ Children’s Games with Extreme Obstacle Course and Face Painting
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/70th-annual-gwynns-island-festival/
LOCATION:Gwynn’s Island Festival\, 1996 Old Ferry Road\, Gwynn\, VA\, 23066\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Shows,Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Food & Drink,Health & Fitness,Live Music,Outdoor,Sports,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180704T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180704T220000
DTSTAMP:20260418T075341
CREATED:20180322T202325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180322T202325Z
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SUMMARY:July 4th Fireworks Show
DESCRIPTION:The 21st annual 4th of July Fireworks Celebration at Mathews High School will take place on Wednesday\, July 4th with a rain date of Thursday\, July 5th. Fireworks will begin at approximately 9pm with entertainment and concessions starting around 6:30pm. \nParking is available at Mathews High School with additional parking and a shuttle bus at Thomas Hunter Middle School running from 7:00 p.m. until its conclusion. \nFor more information visit: http://mathewsfireworkscommittee.com \nPhoto credit: Mathews Fireworks Committee Website
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/july-4th-fireworks-show/
LOCATION:Mathews High School\, 9889 Buckley Hall Rd\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food & Drink,Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180715T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180715T163000
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CREATED:20180626T191756Z
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SUMMARY:"The Legacy of Gilbert Klingel: Man of Steel" Film Premier
DESCRIPTION:Catch the first showing of this documentary about naturalist\, boatbuilder\, and more\, Gilbert Klingel. For PBS broadcast dates\, please see the website: https://gilbertklingel.org/ \n“This film\, as you know\, is the untold story of Klingel\, a Chesapeake Bay pioneer\, naturalist\, author\, diver\, and boat builder. Klingel accomplished so many things in his lifetime that his story needs to be told as an educational\, historical\, and inspirational film to folks today.”  – Dave Miller\, Director/Producer \nThe film will be broadcast on PBS stations statewide and nationwide. The following local PBS stations are already on the schedule to broadcast the film: \n\nWCVE – Richmond and WHTJ – Charlottesville\nPrimetime on Thurs.\, July 26\,  at 10 pm\n(Also showing on Cox cable channel 6 and Atlantic Broadband channel 11\, formerly Metrocast.)\nWHRO Norfolk – TV 15\nSun.\, July 29\, at 2 pm
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/the-legacy-of-gilbert-klingel-man-of-steel-film-premier/
LOCATION:Harry M. Ward Auditorium  – Mathews High School\, 9889 Buckley Hall Rd\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Maritime Foundation":MAILTO:info@mathewsmaritime.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180717T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180717T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T075341
CREATED:20180426T194829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180426T194829Z
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SUMMARY: 4-H Food Challenge Day Camp
DESCRIPTION:Ages 9-13 and  Teen Counselors 14-18 \nCost $40 for three full days of fun!  Learn about food\, cooking\, and participate in a “Chopped” tv-show like competition. Campers will bring bagged lunches.  Snack & drink provided.  Call Virginia Cooperative Extension at 725-7196 for more information \nDate: July 17-July 19\, 2018    Time: 8:30am-4:00pm
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/4-h-food-challenge-day-camp-2/
LOCATION:Virginia Cooperative Extension Office Mathews\, 10494 Buckley Hall Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180721T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180721T223000
DTSTAMP:20260418T075341
CREATED:20180626T185414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180626T185414Z
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SUMMARY:Sounds of Summer Concert
DESCRIPTION:Sounds of Summer Concert \nVirginia’s Li’l Ole Opry/Donk’s Theater will get you in the summer mood with all the best country beach music and other great music of summer. \n8:00 p.m.-10:30 p.m. \nMathews High School’s Harry M. Ward Auditorium \n$12 adults; $5 children 12 and under \nPresented by Virginia’s Li’l Ole Opry/Donk’s Theater
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/sounds-of-summer-concert/
LOCATION:Harry M. Ward Auditorium  – Mathews High School\, 9889 Buckley Hall Rd\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Virginia's Li'l Ole Opry":MAILTO:vaopry@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180723T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180723T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T075341
CREATED:20180426T195133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180426T195133Z
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SUMMARY: 4-H Cloverbud Day Camp
DESCRIPTION:Ages 5-8 and  Teen Counselors 14-18 \nCost $50 for 5 full days of fun! Animal Kingdom themed projects\, Bay School visits\, games\, and more!  Call Virginia Cooperative Extension at 725-7196 for more information. \nDate: July 23-27\, 2018    Time: 8:30am 4:00pm
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/4-h-cloverbud-day-camp-3/
LOCATION:Virginia Cooperative Extension Office Mathews\, 10494 Buckley Hall Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180804T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180804T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T075341
CREATED:20180719T163652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180721T194443Z
UID:7100-1533376800-1533398400@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Profiles of Honor Tour – WW I & II Mobile Museum
DESCRIPTION:Mathews Memorial Library is pleased to join other communities in Virginia in hosting the Virginia World War I and World War II Commission’s Profiles of Honor Mobile Tour. Visitors are encouraged to bring their WWI and II related photographs or letters to be scanned for inclusion in the mobile exhibit\, helping to further preserve the legacy of our Veterans.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/wwi-and-wwii-commissions-profiles-of-honor-mobile-tour/
LOCATION:Mathews Memorial Library\, 251 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Library Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Memorial Library":MAILTO:staff@mathewslibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180810T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180810T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T075341
CREATED:20180720T221118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180720T221118Z
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SUMMARY:Kids Art Show
DESCRIPTION:August 10 – 18; Reception Friday\, August 10  3:30-6pm \n\nWe love the Kids’ Art Show!  What can be better than showing off the next generation of artistic creativity in our community?  Seeing both joy and focus on children’s faces while they make art always brings a smile to ours and we are excited to share that with you! \nPlease join us\, the children\, and their families to celebrate their masterpieces.  We will show exciting art created in our summer camps.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/kids-art-show-2/
LOCATION:Bay School Community Arts Center\, 279 Main Street \, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Shows,Arts & Cultural,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bay School Comunity Arts Center":MAILTO:pamdoss@bayschool-arts.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180811T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180811T223000
DTSTAMP:20260418T075341
CREATED:20180626T190003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180626T191045Z
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SUMMARY:Tribute to the Eagles Concert
DESCRIPTION:Tribute to the Eagles Concert \nVirginia’s Li’l Ole Opry/Donk’s Theater tribute to one of the best bands with some of the most recognizable music of our day! \n8:00 p.m.-10:30 p.m. \nMathews High School’s Harry M. Ward Auditorium \n$12 adults; $5 children 12 and under \nPresented by Virginia’s Li’l Ole Opry/Donk’s Theater
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/tribute-to-the-eagles-concert/
LOCATION:Harry M. Ward Auditorium  – Mathews High School\, 9889 Buckley Hall Rd\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Virginia's Li'l Ole Opry":MAILTO:vaopry@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180818T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180818T220000
DTSTAMP:20260418T075341
CREATED:20171019T053938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180724T195928Z
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SUMMARY:Mathews Micro-Triathlon Series - 2018
DESCRIPTION:A series of our very popular Micro-Triathlon events at Williams Wharf in Mathews County\, Virginia \nBuilding on the success of our single event\, this series will include five separate triathlons – one per month\, starting in June and wrapping up in October.\nDate(s): 6/16/2018\, 7/14/2018\, 8/18/2018\, 9/15/2018\, 10/20/2018\nStart & End Time: 8:00-10:00 am\nLocation: Williams Wharf\nOrganizer Info: Virginia Tidewater Trailrunners LLC (VTTR)
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-micro-triathlon-series-2018/
LOCATION:Williams Wharf\, 1039 Williams Wharf Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor,Sports,Youth
ORGANIZER;CN="Virginia Tidewater Trailrunners LLC (VTTR)":MAILTO:vttrunners@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180824T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180824T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T075341
CREATED:20180720T220703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180720T220703Z
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SUMMARY:Paper Mache Show
DESCRIPTION:Opening Reception: Friday\, August 24th from 5-7pm \nShow Dates: August 24th through August 31st 2018 \nJoin us as we explore the whimsical world of paper mache. This show will be up for a limited run of one week only.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/paper-mache-show/
LOCATION:Bay School Community Arts Center\, 279 Main Street \, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Shows,Arts & Cultural
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bay School Comunity Arts Center":MAILTO:pamdoss@bayschool-arts.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180828T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180828T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T075341
CREATED:20180426T195405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180426T195405Z
UID:6912-1535445000-1535472000@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY: 4-H Marine Science Day Camp
DESCRIPTION:Ages 11-15 and  Teen Counselors 16-18 \nCost $40 for three full days of fun!  Learn about  life in the Bay\, conservation\, and get to spend some time by the water! Campers will bring bagged lunches.  Snack & drink provided.   Call Virginia Cooperative Extension at 725-7196 for more information. \nDate: August 28-30\, 2018     Time: 8:30am-4:00pm
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/4-h-marine-science-day-camp/
LOCATION:Virginia Cooperative Extension Office Mathews\, 10494 Buckley Hall Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180907T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180907T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T075341
CREATED:20180322T205314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180322T205314Z
UID:6544-1536310800-1536339600@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:44th Annual Mathews Market Days
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate the 44th year of Mathews Market Days! This is the Mathews event of the year that you can’t miss. This two day festival features hundreds of artisan and food vendors\, parades\, live music\,  dancing\, kids activities\, an antique car show\, pet parade\, contests\, Saturday’s Street Dance and much more. Walk around the historic court green and our small downtown to support our local organizations\, businesses and artisans. Don’t forget to attend the Party at the Wharf on Friday night at Williams Wharf\, also!  \nFind out more information about the festival: https://www.mathewsmarketdays.com/ \nPhoto credit: Mike Hazelwood
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/44th-annual-mathews-market-days/
LOCATION:Courthouse Square\, Court St\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Shows,Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Food & Drink,Live Music,Outdoor,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Market Days Committee":MAILTO:mathewsmarketdays@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180908T073000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180908T090000
DTSTAMP:20260418T075341
CREATED:20180724T200257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180724T200257Z
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SUMMARY:Market Days 5k & 1m Fun Run
DESCRIPTION:Kick off your 2018 Market Days experience with a morning run or walk around Mathews. This annual 5k event has a new location with an entirely new route\, starting and finishing within the Market Days event grounds. The course follows sidewalks\, wooded and grass trails\, and includes a lap on the school track. So bring your sense of adventure and your friends to support the Mathews Family YMCA again this year. \nThe 5k race starts at 7:30am and the 1m Fun Run at 7:35am. Registration is available online (https://www.webscorer.com/register?raceid=143847 ) or onsite at the YMCA. The cost of the 5k is $30 and the Fun Run is free. Awards presented to the overall 5k winners and to the top 3 in age groups. Contact the YMCA at (804) 725-1488 with questions.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/market-days-5k-1m-fun-run/
LOCATION:Courthouse Square\, Court St\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Fitness,Outdoor,Sports
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180916T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180916T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T075341
CREATED:20180322T213348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180626T184517Z
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SUMMARY:12th Annual L. Wayne Hudgins Wharf to Wharf Swim
DESCRIPTION:This year marks the 12th Annual L. Wayne Hudgins Wharf to Wharf Swim to benefit the Mathews Land Conservancy’s and the new Owens Waters Edge Center at Williams Wharf. This is a 1400 meter open water swim in the East River from Williams Wharf to Hicks Wharf and return.  1:00 p.m. (Registration begins at noon) \n$100 minimum sponsorship\nSponsored by the Mathews Land Conservancy\, 804-725-9685\, info@mathewslandconservancy.org\nVisit https://mathewslandconservancy.org/ to find out more information on swimming conditions and event details.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/wharf-to-wharf-swim-2/
LOCATION:Williams Wharf Landing\, 1039 Williams Wharf Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Fitness,Outdoor,Sports
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Land Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mathewslandconservancy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20180922T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20180922T223000
DTSTAMP:20260418T075341
CREATED:20180626T190335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180626T191116Z
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SUMMARY:Lynda Smith Concert
DESCRIPTION:Lynda Smith Concert \nVirginia’s Li’l Ole Opry/Donk’s Theater will feature one of its most well-known stars for her own show full of energy and great music.\n The first half will feature the Opry band and singers. \n8:00 p.m.-10:30 p.m. \nMathews High School’s Harry M. Ward Auditorium \n$12 adults; $5 children 12 and under \nPresented by Virginia’s Li’l Ole Opry/Donk’s Theater
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/lynda-smith-concert/
LOCATION:Harry M. Ward Auditorium  – Mathews High School\, 9889 Buckley Hall Rd\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Virginia's Li'l Ole Opry":MAILTO:vaopry@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181006T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181006T140000
DTSTAMP:20260418T075341
CREATED:20180901T000130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181003T211128Z
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SUMMARY:Autumn on Main and Vintage Market
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss the first annual Autumn on Main and Vintage Market – a fall welcoming in Mathews County.  \nStart your day at the Sibley’s General store to pick up your maps\, free coffee\, apple cider and muffins! Sibley’s Pumpkin Market will be taking place from 10am-3pm where you can purchase a $5 raffle ticket to include: one pumpkin\, face painting\, a free photo at Trend Masters for your family\, and a chance to win a gift basket! Sibley’s will also have local artists demonstrate their fall-themed arts and crafts to celebrate American Craft Week. Dozens of vendors will be lined up along Mathews Main Street selling vintage goods and antique treasures between 9am-2pm. The Mathews Farmers Market will be taking place on the historic court green with live music from the Honeywind Bluegrass Boys from 10am-12pm.  Bring your kids and their pumpkin down to the Bay School Community Arts Center to paint their pumpkin! \nOther features include: \nDraw your own quilt square at the new Mathews Historical Museum.\nFREE coffee\, cider and Richardson’s donuts at the Visitor Center at 9am!\nOdd Fellows Antique Alley at Put-In Creek Carvings\nStop by Faulkner and Sons to see their full store of vintage appliances!\nRaffle Drawing will take place at the end of the day for a chance to win a full gift basket of fall goodies!\nRaffle Tickets only $1 a piece! \nOur Sponsors:\nMathews Main Street Committee\nBelmont Farms\nTreasures by the Bay\nMathews County Visitor and Information Center \n 
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/autumn-on-main-and-vintage-market/
LOCATION:Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Live Music,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews County Visitor &amp%3B Information Center":MAILTO:mathewsvisitorcenter@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181006T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181006T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T075341
CREATED:20181003T212101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181003T212543Z
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SUMMARY:Sibley's Pumpkin Market
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Visitor Center located at Sibley’s General Store at 239 Main Street for a pumpkin market from 9am-3pm\, October 6th! This event is taking place simultaneously to the Autumn on Main and Vintage Market event.  Start out at Sibleys at 9am for FREE breakfast including coffee\, cider\, Richardson’s specialty donuts\, and pumpkin muffins and also to pick up your MAP for the event! \nAlso purchase $1 Raffle tickets for a chance to win gift certificates to White Dog Bistro\, Mi Casa Azteca\, Mathews Grill and Deli or a gift basket of fall goods! \n100 pumpkins will be available for purchase at $5 a piece. Kids can bring their pumpkins down to the Bay School Community Arts Center to paint for free! \nArt demonstrations will take place inside to celebrate American Craft Week\, as well as FREE face painting and sunflowers for sale on the front porch!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/sibleys-pumpkin-market/
LOCATION:Mathews Visitor Center\, 239 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181006T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181006T180000
DTSTAMP:20260418T075341
CREATED:20180920T165855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180920T165855Z
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SUMMARY:National Solar Tour
DESCRIPTION:We are C.A. & J. Farm…. A Medicinal Herb and Egg Farm that is striving to be self-sustaining in all ways! We are Off-Grid capable Solar and have other plans coming to improve our Farm even more! We will be open for the National Solar Tour on Saturday\, Oct. 6th\, from 10:30am – 6pm.  Stop by to see what we are doing and get ideas about how you can improve your life with natural alternatives\, and help our planet in your own way!  This is a FREE event!  Our Solar Company\, PEG Alternative Energy will be here to answer your questions.  See the website Solar Page or Special Events Page for more details and the RSVP link.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/national-solar-tour/
LOCATION:C.A. & J Farms\, 5620 East River Rd.\, Foster\, VA\, 23056\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="C.A. & J Farm":MAILTO:cajfarm@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181007T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181007T170000
DTSTAMP:20260418T075341
CREATED:20180915T190024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180915T190109Z
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SUMMARY:Tiffany Haas - Broadway Performer
DESCRIPTION:Tiffany Haas most recently appeared on Broadway as “Glinda” the Good Witch in the smash hit musical Wicked. Prior to that she performed in the national tour of Wicked\, The Drowsy Chaperone and has starred with numerous symphony orchestras across the country.  Originally from Yorktown\, Virginia\, Tiffany received a BFA from the Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music where she studied Opera and Musical Theater. During her time in Cincinnati\, she won the title of Miss Ohio 2002 and went on to compete in the Miss America Pageant in Atlantic City. Tiffany is equally passionate about helping others grow and excel as performers. \nCost: $25 and students are free
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/tiffany-haas-broadway-performer/
LOCATION:Harry M. Ward Auditorium  – Mathews High School\, 9889 Buckley Hall Rd\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="CONCERTS BY THE BAY INC.":MAILTO:concertsbythebay@cox.net
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181019T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181019T190000
DTSTAMP:20260418T075341
CREATED:20181010T181631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181010T181631Z
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SUMMARY:Mathews Family YMCA Trunk or Treat
DESCRIPTION:Free and Open to the Public \nCome Join us for a night of tricks and treats at our TRUNK OR TREAT in our parking lot! \nDecorate your car in a scary\, silly or funny manner or pick a theme!\nWinners will be chosen for Best Theme\, Most Creative and Funniest categories! \nKids can come dressed in costumes for some cider and trick or treating! \nReserve your spot today! Spaces are limited! Call 804-725-1488
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-family-ymca-trunk-or-treat/
LOCATION:Mathews New Family YMCA\, 33 Cricket Hill Rd\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181020T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181020T140000
DTSTAMP:20260418T075341
CREATED:20180921T222146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180921T222313Z
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SUMMARY:Kingston Episcopal Parish Fall Fair
DESCRIPTION:This annual community-wide\, fun-filled event features live and silent auctions of antiques\, sporting goods\, collectibles\, tools and more; flea market\, eat-in and take-out foods such as Brunswick stew and barbecue made on-site\, preserves\, baked goods and gourmet frozen foods\, the Garden Path of plants\, trees and flowers\, as well as the sale of gently-used clothing for children and adults\, toys and linens. All proceeds benefit the Mathews community. Call 725-2175 for more information. \nOctober 20th\, 9am-2pm\, Rain or Shine\nKingston Parish House grounds\, 370 Main Street\, Mathews Court House
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/kingston-episcopal-parish-fall-fair/
LOCATION:Kingston Episcopal Parish House\, 370 Main Street \, Mathews Courthouse\, VA\, 23125\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Food & Drink,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kingston Episcopal Parish":MAILTO:kingstonparish@verizon.net
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181020T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181020T223000
DTSTAMP:20260418T075341
CREATED:20180626T190504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180626T191156Z
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SUMMARY:Virginia's Li'l Ole Opry/Donks Theater Concert
DESCRIPTION:Virginia’s Li’l Ole Opry/Donks Theater concert \nFeatured Performer TBA \n8:00 p.m.-10:30 p.m. \nMathews High School’s Harry M. Ward Auditorium \n$12 adults; $5 children 12 and under \nPresented by Virginia’s Li’l Ole Opry/Donk’s Theater
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/virginias-lil-ole-opry-donks-theater-concert/
LOCATION:Harry M. Ward Auditorium  – Mathews High School\, 9889 Buckley Hall Rd\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Virginia's Li'l Ole Opry":MAILTO:vaopry@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181024T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181024T200000
DTSTAMP:20260418T075341
CREATED:20181018T172249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181018T180050Z
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SUMMARY:Archaeology in the Palm of Your Hand
DESCRIPTION:Archaeology in the Palm of Your Hand: Using Drones and 3D Printing to Bring Fairfield Plantation to Life \nAshley McCuiston\, Fairfield Foundation’s Public Outreach Coordinator and Digital Curator \nThe Fairfield Foundation is using new technology to reimagine public archaeology and historic preservation on the Middle Peninsula. Using drone photography and 3D printing\, the organization is developing an interactive 3D printed model of Gloucester’s Fairfield Plantation that can be taken apart like a puzzle\, simulating the process of archaeology and bringing the thrill of discovery from the field to the classroom. Furthermore\, they are exploring new ways to use this technology to preserve endangered historic resources and inspire new interest in local history. \nCome join us to explore this exciting new way to discover our history! \n 
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/archaeology-in-the-palm-of-your-hand/
LOCATION:Kingston Episcopal Parish House\, 370 Main Street \, Mathews Courthouse\, VA\, 23125\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational
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