Dorothy Fagan Studio Garden Party
2023-05-20 09:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Cobbs Creek, VA, Mathews, VA, 23109, United States
Be here in Dorothy’s Virginia woodland studio garden by the pond with creativFRIENDS, as Dorothy PAINTS bouquets of vitality chakra colors from the garden!
Free event with door prizes!

Party at the Wharf Summer Series #2
2023-05-20 17:00 - 21:00 | Williams Wharf, 1039 Williams Wharf Road, Mathews, VA, 23109, United States
Music by 7th Street, Food by Creekside Catering!
Music, food truck(s), cash bar and fun for all ages!
This concert only is a Special Tour de Chesapeake sponsored event – there is no fee at the gate, but it’s open to all!
Bring a friend and a chair. No coolers please.

Flags for Heroes
2023-05-27 | Mathews Main Street, Mathews, VA, 23109, United States
Flags will be displayed from Memorial Day weekend through Independence Day (5/27- 7/7) in the field by the HRSD building on Main Street.
Honor your hero by sponsoring a flag! A hero is anyone important in your life, whether they be: veterans, military, first responders (fire, EMT, law enforcement), healthcare workers, teachers, friends, family members, civic organizations, or others. If you are unsure of whom to honor, you can choose to recognize all who protect our country!
Visit the website below to sponsor a hero!

Memorial Day Weekend Exhibit
2023-05-27 - 2023-05-30 | Mathews Museum, 200 Main Street, Mathews, VA, 23109, United States
The Mathews Historical Museum will team with the Retired Officers of Mathews County Association (ROMCA) to present a memorabilia display over the Memorial Day Weekend!
The display will be open to the public at no charge. It will consist of a wide variety of unique and personalized items reflecting ROMCA members’ military service during the past 75 years. There will be a ROMCA member present for all the sessions to answer questions, and also to provide information concerning ROMCA.
The museum, will be open Saturday (10AM-2PM), Sunday (12-4PM), and Monday, Memorial Day (10AM-2PM). For more information, contact Joe Syslo at joesyslo@verizon.net

Wellness Day
2023-05-27 13:00 - 17:00 | C.A. & J Farms, 5620 East River Rd., Foster, VA, 23056, United States
Join CA&J Farm for their Memorial Weekend Wellness Day!

Schedule:
1:15 Herb Talk- All About Your Skin
1:45 Chad Fortney- Discover the Energy of the Stones
2:15 Farm Tour- Feed the Animals
2:45 Healthy Weeds & Foraging Walk
3:15 Drum Fun by the Fire!
4:15 Farm Tour- Feed the Animals

Until 5 PM: Explore the Gardens, Farm & Meditation Areas, Enjoy the Yellow Barn Store, Create in the Hive, Relax & Breathe! Refreshments-Games-Nature Therapy

Chad of Alternative Energy Healing of West Point, Certified Specialist in Reiki, will be presenting Reiki Sessions in the Wellness Room and Jen will be selling her beautiful items all afternoon!

$10 donation for adults (ages 12+)

Roaring Twenties Silent Auction
2023-05-27 17:00 - 20:00 | Zoll Vineyards, 10309 Vineyard Rd., Dutton, VA, 23050, United States
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!

The Courthouse Players' Production of Disney's Moana Jr.
2023-06-02 19:00 - 20:00 | Harry M. Ward Auditorium – Mathews High School, 9889 Buckley Hall Rd, Mathews, VA, 23109, United States
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 about her heritage. Moana and the legendary demigod Maui embark on an epic journey of self-discovery and camaraderie as both learn to harness the power that lies within. With empowering messages of bravery and selflessness, Moana Jr. is sure to bring out the hero within each of us.
Tickets are $12 for adults; $7 for students and children. To purchase tickets, click here. Tickets are also available at Office Supply of Gloucester (804-693-4155), Franktronics (804-642-5233), Mathews Pharmacy (804-725-2556), and at the door.
For more information, call 804-815-8504.

Family Art Festival
2023-06-03 | Sunrise Farm, 2543 East River Road, Cardinal, VA, 23025, United States
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 organization succeed in providing equitable access to the arts to all children!
Tickets are $25 for adults, $10 for youth aged 6-18, and free for kids 5 and under.

Party with a Purpose
2023-06-03 16:00 - 19:30 | Williams Wharf, 1039 Williams Wharf Road, Mathews, VA, 23109, United States
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!

Virginia's Li'l Ole Opry: Great Duets & Groups
2023-06-03 19:30 - 22:00 | Harry M. Ward Auditorium – Mathews High School, 9889 Buckley Hall Rd, Mathews, VA, 23109, United States
The Opry will offer the BEST of Country and Rock’s great duets and groups including special tributes to The Judds & Fleetwood Mac.

Swing Bridge Book Launch Party
2023-06-08 16:00 - 19:00 | Put-In-Creek Landing, 50 Brickbat Road, Mathews, VA, 23109, United States
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 be held from 4-7 PM at the Put-In-Creek Pavilion.

Movie Night at the Museum
2023-06-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Mathews Museum, 200 Main Street, Mathews, VA, 23109, United States
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.

Mathews Micro Triathlon Series
2023-06-10 07:30 - 10:30 | Williams Wharf, 1039 Williams Wharf Road, Mathews, VA, 23109, United States
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.

Soothin' Summer Sounds: VSO Woodwind Quintet
2023-06-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Friends of the Mathews Memorial Library, 68 Maple Avenue, Mathews, VA, 23109, United States
Join the Mathews Memorial Library for a performance by the VSO Woodwind Quintet!
This event is free and open to the public! Refreshments are provided.

Highland Games and Picnic
2023-06-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Piankatank Ruritan Club, 7138 Buckley Hall Road, Mathews, VA, 23109, United States
Enjoy a wee bit o’Scotland: bagpipes, games, free shirt, picnic and prizes!
Catch a ride from the library- bus leaves library at 9:45!
Ages 6 through 14 (adults may join as spectators)

Party at the Wharf Summer Series #3
2023-06-23 17:00 - 21:00 | Williams Wharf, 1039 Williams Wharf Road, Mathews, VA, 23109, United States
Music, food truck(s), cash bar and fun for all ages!
Music by DJ Anthony Wood Dance Party, food by On the Flip Side and Backwoods BBQ!
Bring a friend and a chair. No coolers please.
$5 at the gate (children 12 and under are free)

Islander Regatta
2023-06-24 08:00 - 13:00 | Islander Hotel & Resort, 633 Old Ferry Road, Mathews, VA, 23064, United States
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.

A Celebration of British Music
2023-06-25 16:00 - 18:00 | Kingston Episcopal Parish House, 370 Main Street , Mathews Courthouse, VA, 23125, United States
Kingston Parish hosts a joint concert with the organists of Kingston Parish, Danny Corneliussen, Libby Boyer from Christ Church – Middlesex, and Coleman Tyler, organist, composer and Anglican priest.
The concert will be at the Kingston Parish Chapel on 370 Main Street in Mathews. The program, A Celebration of British Music, will include organ and choral music from throughout the British Isles. A combined choir will sing several well known hymn settings. The audience is invited to join in the singing.
A reception will follow. A freewill offering will benefit Mathews Meals on Wheels and the Kingston Parish Music Program.

The HeART of Rock & Roll
2023-06-30 17:00 - 19:00 | Mathews, VA, 23109, United States
The HeART of Rock & Roll runs June 30th through July 24th. Participating artwork incorporates and centers around a rock and roll theme: 15 artists either used rock songs as inspiration, used rock and roll themes or even depicted recognizable musicians. Featured artwork includes hanging art, fiber art, pottery and jewelry.
Join the Bay School for an Opening Reception on June 30th from 5-7 PM. Enjoy drinks, finger foods, artwork and great company!

Kiwanis Charter Night
2023-07-09 16:00 - 19:00 | Hyco House, 10941 Buckley Hall Rd, Mathews, VA, 23109, United States
Join the Kiwanis Club of Mathews County to benefit the children of the county! This is a family-friendly event with cook-out style food, ice cream, family beverages and a cash bar! There is also a raffle/ silent auction, and there will be games and drum fun thanks to CA&J Farm.
If you are interested in sponsoring, or to RSVP, please visit the following link: https://ticketbud.com/events/085275f0-0ae5-11ee-b0c1-42010a717025.

Soothin' Summer Sounds: Plunky and Oneness
2023-07-13 19:00 - 21:00 | Mathews Memorial Library, 251 Main Street, Mathews, VA, 23109, United States
Join the Mathews Memorial Library for a performance by Plunky and Oneness!
This event is free and open to the public! Refreshments are provided.

Movie Night at the Museum
2023-07-14 18:30 - 21:00 | Mathews Museum, 200 Main Street, Mathews, VA, 23109, United States
Local Gloucester resident, Mary Bush Shipko, aviatrix and a violinist in the Courthouse Community Orchestra, is guest speaker at Mathews Historical Museum Movie Night, Friday, July 14. Shipko’s remarks will precede a showing of Part II of a movie detailing Virginia’s role in aviation history. “Taking Flight—Stories of Modern Virginia Aviation, 1941 to Present Day,” Part II, is produced by Dave Miller of Miller Productions of Virginia. Miller is a prize winning independent film maker who is now focusing his efforts on Virginia stories and films about the Chesapeake Bay and the Virginia coast. His recent film on the life and accomplishments of Gwynn’s Island resident Gilbert Klingel, received the Platinum Award at the International Film Festival.
Shipko is an aviation pioneer, one of the first women airline pilots in the country. Author of three books, her popular memoir, “Aviatrix” is a personal account of the many challenges she faced in breaking the industry’s gender barrier. Another is a children’s book, “Daring Mary Aviation Pioneer,” which recounts her life on her path to becoming an airline pilot. Her newest book for ages 12 and up, “The Firsts: Women Pilots and How They Changed the Airlines” is a STEM book.
Doors open at 6:30 and the program begins at 7:00. The Mathews Historical Museum is located at 200 Main Street in Mathews. There is no cost for this event.

Virginia's Li'l Ole Opry: Sounds of Summer
2023-07-22 19:30 - 22:00 | Harry M. Ward Auditorium – Mathews High School, 9889 Buckley Hall Rd, Mathews, VA, 23109, United States
There is nothing better than the music of the summer! Don your flip flops and come enjoy the best country and rock beach music!

Party at the Wharf Summer Series #4
2023-07-28 17:00 - 21:00 | Williams Wharf, 1039 Williams Wharf Road, Mathews, VA, 23109, United States
Music, food truck(s), cash bar and fun for all ages!
Music by Part Time, food by 2 Salty River Chicks and On the Flip Side
Bring a friend and a chair. No coolers please.
$5 at the gate (children 12 and under are free)

Comedian Lucas Bohn
2023-07-28 19:00 - 21:00 | Cobbs Creek Arts Center, 61 Cobbs Creek Lane, Cobbs Creek, VA, 23035, United States
Comedian Lucas Bohn will be performing at the Cobbs Creek Arts Center as a fundraiser for the Court House Players.

Doors open at 6 PM, show starts at 7 PM. Desserts, snacks, and beverages will be available for purchase.

Tickets are available for purchase at the door, by scanning the QR code, visiting courthouseplayers.org/tickets, or at Office Supply of Gloucester (804-693-4155).

Sibley's Grand Reopening Celebration
2023-08-05 10:00 - 16:00 | Mathews Visitor Center, 239 Main Street, Mathews, VA, 23109, United States
Join the Mathews Visitor Center at Sibley’s General Store‘s Grand Reopening and Ribbon Cutting!
There will be live music from local favorites Piankatank, a lemonade stand, live refreshments, and a door prize raffle for a gift basket valued at over $200!
Plus, shop for wonderful products from local artists, as well as Mathews merchandise. The store also carries brochures, maps and books, and is a licensed Visitor & Information Center.

Flat Iron Crossroads Concert Series
2023-08-05 18:30 - 21:30 | Flat Iron Crossroads, Gloucester, VA, 23109, United States
Tickets for all shows are $20, and are available here.

August 5th: Head over to Flat Iron Crossroads to watch SPANK perform a combo of live rock, rhythm, and blues.
August 12th: Join Flat Iron Crossroads for a night of great music with The Sol Roots Band and Bobby BlackHat. Sol Roots performs a mix of New Orleans influenced funk, deep blues, energetic rock, greasy soul, and hypnotic rhythms. Bobby BlackHat, Virginia’s Blues Ambassador, is an award-winning recording artist, harmonica player, vocalist, songwriter, comedian, and producer.
August 19th: Big Daddy Love, not your typical “gentle string quartet,” will be performing a blend of rock, bluegrass, Southern soul, and psychedelic jams at Flat Iron Crossroads.

2023-08-05 20:00 - 23:00 | Mi Casa Azteca Mexican Restaurant & Cantina, Mathews, VA, 23109, United States
DJ Big-E Iceman is back at Mi Casa Azteca for some late-night music! Go on over for a night of fun- with no cover charge!

Movie Night: Horatio's Drive
2023-08-11 18:30 - 20:30 | Mathews Museum, 200 Main Street, Mathews, VA, 23109, United States
Join the Mathews Historical Museum for a free, family-friendly movie night! The Museum is screening the movie “Horatio’s Drive.”
In the spring of 1903, on a whim and a $50 bet, Dr. Horatio Nelson Jackson set off from San Francisco in a 20-horsepower touring car hoping to become the first person to cross the US in a “horseless carriage!”
Doors open at 6:30 PM, movie begins at 7 PM.

Let's Farm!
2023-08-12 13:00 - 17:00 | C.A. & J Farms, 5620 East River Rd., Foster, VA, 23056, United States
Join your friends at CA&J Farm, for a “Let’s Farm!” event, and learn educational farm skills. More details coming soon.
