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SUMMARY:National Night Out
DESCRIPTION:Mathews County Sheriff’s Office presents National Night Out 2026 on August 4th from 4pm-7pm
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/national-night-out/
LOCATION:Mathews High School (Ken Brown Field)\, 9889 Buckley Hall Road\, Mathews\, VA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food & Drink,Live Music,Outdoor,Youth
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SUMMARY:Benn Trask - Historian & Author - Fannie M. Salter\, the Foremost Lighthouse Keeper
DESCRIPTION:Benn Trask – Historian & Author – Fannie M. Salter\, the Foremost Lighthouse Keeper \nHear the inspiring story of Fannie M. Salter\, who served with distinction for twenty-two years as the principal keeper of Turkey Point Lighthouse. \n 
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/benn-trask-historian-author-fannie-m-salter-the-foremost-lighthouse-keeper/
LOCATION:Mathews Memorial Library\, 251 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational,History,Library Events
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SUMMARY:Wharf to Wharf Swim
DESCRIPTION:Swimmer Categories – the one mile swim will start in waves at 10am\, based on the following categories: \n\nPUFFERFISH uses swim aids/ swim fins/ flotation device. You’re not a strong swimmer OR just want to relax in the water and will feel much more comfortable completing the one-mile distance if you use a swim aid\, such as fins\, a vest or even a floatie raft. \n\nTUNA will not use swim aids. You know you can complete the one mile swim and will not be using any swim aid\, including swim fins\, just my swimsuit\, cap & goggles.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/wharf-to-wharf-swim-5/
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 Outdoor Club":MAILTO:christine@mocva.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T110000
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SUMMARY:Ice Cream Bowls & Social
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual Ice Cream Social to buy a handmade pottery bowl and fill it with ice cream and toppings. \nWhile you’re here\, stop into the Art Speaks Gallery to check out the talent and creativity of the kids in our Summer Art Camps. \nProceeds from the ice cream bowls sale help keep our pottery studio program thriving! \nhttps://bayschoolarts.org/event-6488330
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/ice-cream-bowls-social/
LOCATION:Art Speaks Gallery\, 279 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Shows,Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Food & Drink
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bay School Comunity Arts Center":MAILTO:pamdoss@bayschool-arts.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T190000
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SUMMARY:Mathews Plein Air Paintout
DESCRIPTION:The Bay School Community Arts Center is excited to host the 2nd Annual Mathews Plein Air event being held during the Mathews ArtFest in the charming town of Mathews\, Virginia. This event welcomes artists of all experience levels\, with eligibility open to everyone. \nThe wet paint sale and award recognition will be held at the Bay School on the 19th between 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm (Award Recognition at 6:00 pm). RSVP is welcome but not required. \nAwards given at the reception\nMathews ArtFest Best in Show: $300                                        \nBay Excellence Award: $150 \nHonorable Mention: $75 \nAwards sponsored by Sherri & Harvey Hamm. Reception sponsored by RAW ARt. Thank you for your support! \nhttps://bayschoolarts.org/event-6650891
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-plein-air-paintout/
LOCATION:Mathews\, VA\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109
CATEGORIES:Art Shows,Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bay School Comunity Arts Center":MAILTO:pamdoss@bayschool-arts.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T170000
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SUMMARY:Mathews Plein Air Wet Paint Sale and Award Recognition
DESCRIPTION:The Bay School Community Arts Center is excited to host the 2nd Annual Mathews Plein Air event being held during the Mathews ArtFest in the charming town of Mathews\, Virginia. This event welcomes artists of all experience levels\, with eligibility open to everyone. \nThe wet paint sale and award recognition will be held at the Bay School on the 19th between 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm (Award Recognition at 6:00 pm). RSVP is welcome but not required. \nAwards given at the reception\nMathews ArtFest Best in Show: $300                                        \nBay Excellence Award: $150 \nHonorable Mention: $75 \nAwards sponsored by Sherri & Harvey Hamm. Reception sponsored by RAW ARt. Thank you for your support! \nhttps://bayschoolarts.org/event-6650891
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-plein-air-paintout-and-wet-paint-sale/
LOCATION:Bay School Community Arts Center\, 279 Main Street \, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Shows,Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Food & Drink
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bay School Comunity Arts Center":MAILTO:pamdoss@bayschool-arts.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T173000
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SUMMARY:Mathews Met Art Auction & Gala
DESCRIPTION:Save the date ~ Saturday\, September 26\nfor the \nMathews Met\nArt Auction & Gala\nCome walk the red carpet with us \nThis year we will host our annual Fine Art Auction here on Bay School grounds! \nEnter the Art Speaks Gallery and be welcomed with a sparkling beverage. Browse the collection of local and regional artwork as you mingle with other guests. \nProceed to the classroom to enjoy hors d’oeuvres while immersed in our mission. \nPreview the live auction items in the pottery studio while you sip a second drink. \nProceed to the tent for a magical evening of dinner by Chef Brian Marshall\, silent and live auctions\, raffles\, live music and dancing with Tommy Sax as the evening winds down. \nCheck back for details as they unfold and tickets as they become available! \nhttps://bayschoolarts.org/event-6650393
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-met-art-auction-gala/
LOCATION:Bay School Community Arts Center\, 279 Main Street \, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Shows,Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Food & Drink,Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bay School Comunity Arts Center":MAILTO:pamdoss@bayschool-arts.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261009T080000
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SUMMARY:Music on Maple - Rae the Band
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our final Music on Maple of the season\, featuring Rae the Band\, with local artist Shane Norris during set breaks! Plus\, delicious food from Small Town Burger! \nStay tuned for more info!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/music-on-maple-rae-the-band/
LOCATION:Thomas James Store\, 44 Maple Ave\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food & Drink,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=America/New_York:20261017T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T120000
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SUMMARY:Mathews Marathon & Half Marathon
DESCRIPTION:World’s Flattest Race Course\nA Boston Qualifier Race– Participant limit is 500\n2026 Registration for Mathews Marathon\, Half Marathon & Marathon Relay includes a Friday Carbo Load meal provided by Mathews Family YMCA. \nBefore 9/1 – $100 Full Marathon — $75 Half Marathon\nEff 9/1 – $125 Full Marathon – $100 Half Marathon\nRun along peaceful\, rural backroads in beautiful Mathews County\, Virginia. Enjoy the fast\, flat course that winds through dirt\, gravel and paved roads and past the serenity of one of Virginia’s last great country sides. Registration will close on October 10. Cost will increase on Sept 1. No refunds one month from event date – anyone unable to attend will be able to transfer registration to the Virtual Race. \nThe race start & finish is in the town center of Mathews at Put In Creek Pavilion (for GPS purposes use 117 Brickbat Rd\, Mathews 23109 – that is fire station which is next to pavilion): The course will have volunteers staged every 2.5-3 miles with water and gel – scroll down to view course maps. \nVirtual – $50 for Full or Half Marathon
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-marathon-half-marathon-3/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Health & Fitness,Outdoor,Sports
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Outdoor Club":MAILTO:christine@mocva.net
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