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SUMMARY:Christmas Comes to Gwynn's Island
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Gwynn’s Island to kick-off your Holiday Season! During this free event\, see the educational exhibits that portray our rich history. As the oldest museum in Mathews County\, we offer a unique perspective on the founding of our country. The GI Museum is truly a gem.  \nThe GI Museum will be decorated inside and out for Christmas\, offering several locations for family photos. Santa will be on hand and holiday music will set the mood. There will be homemade sweets\, hot cocoa and cider\, plus a silent auction of wreaths decorated by Gwynn’s Island artists and residents. There will be Gwynn’s Island Christmas ornaments\, boat blankets\, mugs and shirts available for purchase!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/christmas-comes-to-gwynns-island/
LOCATION:Gwynn’s Island Museum\, State Rte 633\, Gwynn\, VA\, 23066\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Food & Drink,History,Holiday/ Seasonal,Sports,Youth
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241123T130000
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SUMMARY:Tompkins Cottage Museum Thanksgiving Open House
DESCRIPTION:Tompkins Cottage Museum Thanksgiving Open House will be held from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.  as part of the Mathews Thanksgiving Farmers Market. Traditional fall decorations will be featured throughout. \nThe 2024 Mathews County Historical Society ornament the Linda Carol will be featured. Other Mathews County Historical Society ornaments\, Sally Tompkins dolls and publications will also be available for purchase.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/tompkins-cottage-museum-thanksgiving-open-house/
LOCATION:Tompkins Cottage\, Brickbat Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Holiday/ Seasonal
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241123T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241123T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T100634
CREATED:20240311T150953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T161532Z
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SUMMARY:Thanksgiving Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mathews Main Street Committee for a special Thanksgiving holiday Farmers Market!  \nGive thanks for your local farmers\, artisans\, and bakers by filling your holiday tables with locally produced seasonal specials. \nThanksgiving Turkey Giveaway donated by Our Lil Gang Farms! Purchase tickets\, $3.00\, at the Mathews Memorial Library\, MCVIC\, and the Farmers Market. The winner will be chosen at the end of the November 23rd market. There will be more vendor raffles during the market too! \nBring the entire family (including pets) for all to enjoy the pleasant social atmosphere. We also encourage everyone to check out the surrounding shops and restaurants in downtown Mathews\, all within easy walking distance of the market. 
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/thanksgiving-farmers-market-4/
LOCATION:Courthouse Square\, Court St\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food & Drink,Holiday/ Seasonal,Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T193000
DTSTAMP:20260419T100634
CREATED:20241119T161224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T161224Z
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SUMMARY:Nick of Time Night Shopping Event
DESCRIPTION:Shops will stay open late to help with your last-minute shopping needs! An list of participating shops will be coming soon!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/nick-of-time-night-shopping-event/
LOCATION:Mathews Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holiday/ Seasonal,Shopping
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T180000
DTSTAMP:20260419T100634
CREATED:20240613T144940Z
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SUMMARY:Concerts by the Bay: Kate Voss & the Hot Sauce
DESCRIPTION:Kate Voss made a name for herself in Seattle after her debut jazz album “Cheek to Cheek” was released in 2014. Since then\, she has performed thousands of shows\, was crowned Seattle-Kobe Jazz Vocal Princess (twice!)\, has produced 7 albums\, and has won many awards including Vocalist of the Year from Earshot Magazine and Jazz Act of the Year from Seattle Weekly. Kate Voss & The Sauce’s top performers include her husband\, Jason Goessl on guitar and WAMI award winning musicians Mike Underwood\, Mike Malone\, Kurt Shipe & Ross Catterton. Performing a variety of music from the 20’s to today\, The Hot Sauce likes to keep things spicy with danceable favorites from classic artists like Hank Williams\, Chuck Berry\, Buddy Holly and much more! With their signature vintage look and sound\, Kate Voss & The Hot Sauce are guaranteed to make music that makes you smile.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/concerts-by-the-bay-kate-voss-the-hot-sauce/
LOCATION:Harry M. Ward Auditorium  – Mathews High School\, 9889 Buckley Hall Rd\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music
ORGANIZER;CN="CONCERTS BY THE BAY INC.":MAILTO:concertsbythebay22@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T213000
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CREATED:20240625T184551Z
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SUMMARY:Donk's Theater's "A Night of Praise"
DESCRIPTION:A NIGHT OF PRAISE – The Opry and guests will offer Christian music\, old and new\, for a night of praise and worship.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/donks-theaters-a-night-of-praise/
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=America/New_York:20241114T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T210000
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SUMMARY:Lighthouse Keepers of Mathews County
DESCRIPTION:Mathews County Historical Society\, in partnership with the Mathews Memorial Library\, will host a lecture by historian Benjamin H. Trask on “Lighthouse Keepers of Mathews County” on Thursday\, November 14\, 2024\, at 7:00 p.m. at the library on Main Street in Mathews. \nChesapeake Bay lighthouse keepers\, for almost two centuries\, maintained the beacons that guided vessels through the treacherous waters in and around Hampton Roads and north up the Bay. Men\, women\, immigrants and formerly enslaved men can be counted among those who served to protect maritime commerce and\, at times\, rescue those in peril. Stories of these Mathews men and women will be the highlight of the evening’s presentation. \nBenn Trask\, noted historian\, educator\, Marine Corps veteran\, librarian and museum curator is the author of numerous books including academic works on the Virginia Civil War regimental histories series and lighthouses of southeastern Virginia. Trask holds Bachelor and Master degrees from Virginia Tech and a Masters in Library Science from UNC-Chapel Hill. He has twenty years of teaching experience\, primarily as a middle school history teacher and worked at The Mariners’ Museum in Newport News as librarian and curator. \nThe lecture is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served. For more information\, visit mathewshistory.org.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/lighthouse-keepers-of-mathews-county/
LOCATION:Mathews Memorial Library\, 251 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,History,Library Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T210000
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SUMMARY:A Turkish Feast: A Progressive Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Bay School on November 13 for a Progressive Dinner Party celebrating Turkish cuisine.\nThe festivities begin at 5:30 with appetizers and Yeni Raki Cocktails at The Bay School. You will have first chance to shop the Holiday Pop-Up Shop while you sip and mingle.\n\nAt 6:00\, we will walk to The White Dog Bistro to savor a four-course authentic Turkish dinner with the entree of your choice. Your dinner includes two glasses of Turkish wine. A cash bar will also be open.\n\nTickets are $135 per person for members\, $145 per person for non-members.\n\nTurkish Progressive Dinner Menu:\n\nFirst Course (Seated) Salad\nTraditional Vegetable Salad with Marinated Tomato\, Cucumber\, Mediterranean Olives\, Sweet Pepper\, Walnuts and Currants. Served with Toasted Flatbread and Seasoned Olive Oil.\n\nSecond Course (Seated) Soup\nTraditional Mercimek Corbasi (Vegan Red Lentil Soup)\n\nThird Course Entrée Selections\n1. Marinated Chicken Şiş Kebobs2. Ground Lamb Şiş Kebobs3. Shrimp Şiş Kebobs4. Pan Fried Hot Eggplant with Roasted Peppers\, Roasted Tomatoes\, and Roasted Chickpeas in Garlic Sauce\nEntrée service will be accompanied by a trio of Turkish Dolloping Sauces suitable for all Entrées: Hayderi Yogurt Sauce\, Ezme Tomato and Chili Sauce\, and Muhammara Red Pepper/Walnut Sauce along with printed menu descriptions at each place setting.\nEntrées will be served with Turkish Styled Rice (Basmati and Toasted Orzo with Spices\, Apricot\, and Toasted Almonds)\n\nFourth Course Dessert\nHomemade Sour Cherry & Goat Cheese Ice Cream with Warm Baklava and Toasted Pistachio Crumbles (Optional)(Vegan Raspberry Sorbet with Pistachio Crumbles available upon request).\n\nTwo tickets good for two 5 oz. glasses of featured Turkish Wines (one red and one white are included; you will receive them upon arrival at The White Dog.\n\nMosaic images above by artist Collette Mann\, on view now in the Art Speaks Gallery and online.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/a-turkish-feast-a-progressive-dinner/
LOCATION:Bay School Community Arts Center\, 279 Main Street \, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES: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:20241113T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T150000
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CREATED:20241104T180109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T180151Z
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SUMMARY:Fall General Membership Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join the Friends of the Mathews Memorial Library for a Fall General Membership Meeting. There will be a presentation by Pam Muffleman on the History of Williams Wharf. \nThere is a hybrid option available at tinyurl.com/2s3nc6nv.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/fall-general-membership-meeting/
LOCATION:Mathews Memorial Library\, 251 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational,History,Library Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Mathews Memorial Library":MAILTO:friendsofmathewslibrary@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241114
DTSTAMP:20260419T100634
CREATED:20241018T161130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T161600Z
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SUMMARY:Bay School Holiday Pop-Up Market
DESCRIPTION:Join the Bay School from November 13th – December 31st for their Holiday Pop-Up Market!\n\n\nVendors booths will be set up inside the Bay School with some of the most popular artisans\, and regularly freshened up with new inventory throughout the season!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/bay-school-holiday-pop-up-market/
LOCATION:Bay School Community Arts Center\, 279 Main Street \, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Shows,Arts & Cultural,Business,Shopping
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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:20241110T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241110T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T100634
CREATED:20241017T150928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T150928Z
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SUMMARY:Coastal Christmas Open House
DESCRIPTION:Join ETC. Vintage for a 2nd Sunday Event- the Holiday Open House\, with refreshments provided!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/coastal-christmas-open-house/
LOCATION:Etc. Vintage\, 2066 Buckley Hall Road\, Cobbs Creek\, VA\, 23035\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holiday/ Seasonal,Shopping
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241110T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241110T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T100634
CREATED:20240627T173952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T173952Z
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SUMMARY:ETC. Vintage Holiday Open House
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/etc-vintage-holiday-open-house/
LOCATION:Etc. Vintage\, 2066 Buckley Hall Road\, Cobbs Creek\, VA\, 23035\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holiday/ Seasonal,Shopping
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T203000
DTSTAMP:20260419T100634
CREATED:20241015T190156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T190156Z
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SUMMARY:Mathews Music Department's Dinner & A Show
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mathews Music Department for Dinner and A Show\, in the Thomas Hunter/ MES Cafeteria. \nTickets are $10 per adult\, and $5 for children 5-12. Children under 5 eat free! \nPurchase tickets from a music student\, or from the Mathews High front office\, or by emailing mgivens@mathews.k12.va.us!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-music-departments-dinner-a-show/
LOCATION:Thomas Hunter Middle School\,  387 Church Street\, Mathews\, VA\,  23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Live Music,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241102T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241102T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T100634
CREATED:20241001T185251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T192240Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Community Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Fall Community Cleanup!\n\n\n\nThis is a great opportunity for civic organizations\, school groups\, and more to get some service hours in our community. We filled 100 bags during our Spring Community Cleanup- let’s see if we can beat that number!\n\n\n\nSign up using the link below\, or by emailing Kat at mathewsvisitorcenter@gmail.com. We look forward to seeing you all soon!\n\n\nhttps://www.surveymonkey.com/r/cleanupfall2024\n\n\n\n\nHelp us clean Mathews roadways for the fall! Pick up our neighborhoods and roadways. The cleanup is scheduled for Saturday November 2\, 8 AM to noon\, starting at the Mathews County Visitor & Information Center\, located at 239 Main Street.  \nGeneral guidelines:\n– The Mathews Visitor Center provides to-go snacks\, all equipment\, and route recommendations\, plus a post event pizza party! \n\n– All groups must be accompanied by an adult. You are responsible for your own transportation.\n– Pick your own route\, or do your Adopt-a-Highway road\, or we will have a list of roads for you.\n– Keep track of how many bags are collected\, and leave them on the side of the highway\, out of the way of pedestrian and road traffic.\n– What to wear: long pants\, waterproof boots\, long sleeves\, gloves.\n– What we supply: Gloves\, Bags\, Vests\, Grabbers\, Nets\nReturn Equipment by noon\, and you must report your work to the Mathews\nVisitor Center.\n\n**Keep track of how many bags you accumulated**
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/16850/
LOCATION:Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241101T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241101T210000
DTSTAMP:20260419T100634
CREATED:20240917T145157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T145157Z
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SUMMARY:Program by Colonial Williamsburg Textile Curator
DESCRIPTION:Curator of Textiles and Historic at Dress Colonial Williamsburg Foundation to Speak \nNeal Hurst\, Curator of Textiles and Historic Dress at the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation will be guest speaker. “I produce the highest quality 17th – 19th Century men’s clothing. I provide clothing to not only re-enactors but to museums and living history sites\,“ says Hurst\, “and I have spent over 15 years studying and recreating 17th\, 18th\, and 19th century clothing for interpreters\, reenactors\, and museums.” \nHurst received his Bachelor of Art in history at the College of William & Mary\, and his Master of Arts and Sciences at the University of Delaware. 
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/program-by-colonial-williamsburg-textile-curator/
LOCATION:Mathews Museum\, 200 Main Street\, 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=America/New_York:20241031T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241031T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T100634
CREATED:20241015T190857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T190857Z
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SUMMARY:Mathews Baptist Church's Trunk or Treat
DESCRIPTION:Join Mathews Baptist for its annual Trunk or Treat!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-baptist-churchs-trunk-or-treat/
LOCATION:Mathews Baptist Church\, 8284 Buckley Hall Road\, Hudgins\, VA\, 23076\, Select a Country:
CATEGORIES:Holiday/ Seasonal,Outdoor,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241031T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241031T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T100634
CREATED:20241015T191342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T191342Z
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SUMMARY:Mathews Chapel UMC & LIFT Mathews Trunk or Treat
DESCRIPTION:Head over to Mathews Chapel for their Trunk or Treat event!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-chapel-umc-lift-mathews-trunk-or-treat/
LOCATION:Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holiday/ Seasonal,Outdoor,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T213000
DTSTAMP:20260419T100634
CREATED:20240625T184316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T184316Z
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SUMMARY:Donk's Theater's Stars of Tomorrow
DESCRIPTION:STARS OF TOMORROW – The Opry is synonymous with offering young talent a place to perform\, learn and grow. This show will feature the Opry band and cast on the first half and then the youngsters will take over the second half with some amazing music!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/donks-theaters-stars-of-tomorrow/
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=America/New_York:20241026T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T100634
CREATED:20241015T190703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T190956Z
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SUMMARY:Howl-A-Palooza
DESCRIPTION:Goosebumps @ the Library Party\, followed by Main Street Trick or Treat! \nHead to the library for creepy crafts\, ghoulish games\, scary snacks\, and a costume contest\, and then head out to Main Street for a Trick or Treat Parade! \nThe winners of the Jack-O’-Lantern contest will be announced at 2 pm.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/howl-a-palooza-6/
LOCATION:Mathews Memorial Library\, 251 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holiday/ Seasonal,Library Events,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Memorial Library":MAILTO:staff@mathewslibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241020T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T100634
CREATED:20241015T191218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T191218Z
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SUMMARY:Mathews Chapel's Fall Musical
DESCRIPTION:Join Mathews Chapel UMC for its Fall Musical! Talents present include: Hunter Owens\, JA Faulkner\, Tyrone Hudgins\, Richard Calais\, Mary Kathryn Diggs\, Lynda Greve and the Ebenezer Men’s Choir! \nRefreshments will be served immediately after the performances in the Fellowship Hall.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-chapels-fall-musical/
LOCATION:Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T100634
CREATED:20240105T164613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T155316Z
UID:15679-1729324800-1729357200@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Mathews Marathon\, Half Marathon\, and Relay
DESCRIPTION:Run 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 countrysides. \nRegistration will close on October 5\, cost will increase on Sept 1\, 2024.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-marathon-half-marathon-and-relay/
LOCATION:Put-In-Creek Landing\, 50 Brickbat 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:20241018T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T210000
DTSTAMP:20260419T100634
CREATED:20240912T144136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T144548Z
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SUMMARY:Fiddler on the Roof JR.
DESCRIPTION:The Court House Players (CHP) is presenting Fiddler on the Roof JR. The show features thirty-nine youth members and premieres on October 18\, 2024\, at 7:00 pm.\nFrom the first rehearsal\, The Court House Players performers have explored how Fiddler on the Roof JR. touches on life in Pre-Revolutionary Russia.  They are examining important issues such as tradition\, tolerance\, and faith\, all of which remain relevant today. \nThe Court House Players will present Fiddler on the Roof JR. at 7:00 pm on Friday\, October 18\, and Saturday\, October 19\, and at 3:00 pm on Sunday\, October 20th at Mathews High School (Address).  Tickets are $12 for adults and $7 for students and are available online at www.courthouseplayers.org and also at CHP’s ticket outlets Franktronics and Office Supply in Gloucester\, and at Mathews Pharmacy in Mathews. For more information on the show please call 804-815-8504. \nFiddler on the Roof JR. is a youth version of the musical Fiddler on the Roof. The musical tells the story of a poor dairyman\, Tevye\, who in the little village of Anatevka\, tries to instill in his five daughters the traditions of his tightly knit Jewish community in the face of changing social mores and the growing anti-Semitism of Czarist Russia.  The traditions of his ancestors are shattered as his daughters assert their independence and government troops brutally force Tevye and his fellow villagers from their homes.  The curtain falls on Tevye’s uplifting determination to create another life in the New World. \nFiddler on the Roof JR. is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).  All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. 421 West 54th Street\, New York\, NY 10019 Phone: 212-541-4684 Fax: 212-397-4684 www.MTIShows.com.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/fiddlerontheroofjr/
LOCATION:Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Court House Players":MAILTO:info@courthouseplayers.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241013T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241013T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T100634
CREATED:20240917T144658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T144658Z
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SUMMARY:Discussion on Quilt Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:JOIN WITH FRIENDS OF THE MUSEUM for A  DISCUSSION on the NEW QUILT EXHIBIT  \nThe public is invited to hear local historian and genealogist\, Lori Jackson Black\, detail her journey in discovering\, researching and telling the stories about the extensive quilt collection which she and her husband\, Jay\, are proud and privileged to share.  The discussion program is a part of the 3-month quilt show  and the Museum’s newest exhibit\, “Threads  of Our History: Quilts of Mathews Virginia.”  Lori Jackson Black will review the history of the quilts and discuss her interest and involvement in them.  “A labor of love\,” said Lori\,  when she discovered a trove of quilts at the house of her husband’s aunt\, Carole Diggs Hindman. “More than 30 quilts were uncovered in closets\, on beds\, throughout the house\, in the attic\,” says Black\, “and then my detective mode set in!”  And she began her research on the family as well as the quilts. She will discuss their provenance\, history and style and will be available for questions. There will also be vintage quilts available for purchase\, some gently used\, as well as a raffle of a lovely quilt. \nThe exhibit will be at the Museum through the end of December\, and the Museum will be open on Fridays\, Saturdays and Sundays\, through December. Special tours may also be arranged by calling 804-695-4664 or emailing mathewsvamuseumfriends@gmail.com. \nFor additional information\, visit www.mathewsvamuseum.org. \nThere is no cost for this program and reservations are not required.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/discussion-on-quilt-exhibit/
LOCATION:Mathews Museum\, 200 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Museum":MAILTO:mathewsvamuseum@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241013T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241013T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T100634
CREATED:20240627T173824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T125605Z
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SUMMARY:October Second Sunday at ETC. Vintage!
DESCRIPTION:Join ETC. Vintage for some shopping and visit the delicious Cajun Carry Out food truck!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/october-second-sunday-at-etc-vintage/
LOCATION:Etc. Vintage\, 2066 Buckley Hall Road\, Cobbs Creek\, VA\, 23035\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Shopping
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241012T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241012T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T100634
CREATED:20240927T014541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240927T014719Z
UID:16826-1728741600-1728752400@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Oyster Roast & BBQ Riot
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mathews Rotary Club for all you can eat oysters & BBQ\, and live music with Rob Oliver! Wine\, beer and soft drinks will be available for purchase. \nTickets are $40 in advance from any Rotarian\, or at Mathews Visitor Center\, Haskins Bayside Service Center or Chesapeake Bank in Mathews\, or are $45 at the door.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/oyster-roast-bbq-riot-3/
LOCATION:Williams Wharf\, 1039 Williams Wharf Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food & Drink,Live Music,Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T100634
CREATED:20241001T182633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T182654Z
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SUMMARY:Gigantic Yard Sale
DESCRIPTION:Join the Central Village Homemakers for a yard sale benefitting local charities and non-profits! \nClothes\, Furniture\, Household Goods\, Vintage Items\, Antiques\, Jewelry\, Tools … and much more! 
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/gigantic-yard-sale-2/
LOCATION:Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Shopping
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T100634
CREATED:20240929T194520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240929T194520Z
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SUMMARY:Lions Club Smoked Boston Butts
DESCRIPTION:The Mathews Lions Club will be selling smoked Boston butts\, with a quart of coleslaw\, for only $40! Sale quantity limited to 300\, so BUY EARLY! \nTickets available from any Lions Club member\, via PayPal (mathewslions@gmail.com\, or at the Mathews Visitor Center\, or call to reserve tickets 804-505-1361). \nPick up is 10/5 from 2-5 pm at the Lions Club building (1247 Windsor Road). Rain or shine!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/lions-club-smoked-boston-butts/
LOCATION:Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T100634
CREATED:20241001T183548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T183548Z
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SUMMARY:Canine Companions Clean Up Day
DESCRIPTION:Help area Master Gardeners and Volunteers prepare garden beds around the historic home place of the Mathews Men. A wonderful volunteer opportunity to help Mathews County Canine Companions’ new home! \nHelp needed with the following: \nWeeding\, trimming\, planting\, mulching. \nMaster gardeners and landscapers will be on site to lend help and provide direction. Bring your small garden tools and wear gloves. \nRefreshments provided!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/canine-companions-clean-up-day/
LOCATION:Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Canine Companions":MAILTO:jparkin@vt.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241004
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241005
DTSTAMP:20260419T100634
CREATED:20240807T174531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T175618Z
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SUMMARY:Antique Southern Quilts Collection Showcase
DESCRIPTION:A special quilting exhibit\, “Threads of Our History: Quilts of Mathews Virginia\,”  will debut at the Mathews Museum\, October 5 and will be on exhibit  through the end of December.\n\nThese quilts are from a private collection of an old Mathews family\, going back over a century.   Mathews is a small\, rural southern county sitting on the Chesapeake Bay. The quilts  reflect their utilitarian use\, in a geographic area that was fairly isolated until the 1950s. The quilts honor a southern tradition of quilting when scraps of fabric or clothing were used to make bedding when the family needed it. Southern quilts have their own identity\, with their use of color\, size of pieces\, and choice of fabric\, which was primarily cotton and feedbags.\n\nThe current holders of this very special collection are Mathews residents Jay Black\, a financial advisor with Davenport & Co. and his wife\, Lori Jackson Black\, a genealogist and historian\, who are pleased to be able to share this treasured collection with the public at the upcoming special exhibit.\n\n“These quilts represent the life of Polly Brooks Diggs (1884-1988) and her sister Maron Diggs (1878-1982) as well as other women in the Diggs family who worked together to provide quilts to their extended family and friends in Mathews County\,” says Lori Jackson Black. Lori continues\, “Carole Diggs Hindman\, the most recent owner of the collection\, passed away in 2018 and it was left to my husband\, Jay\, to manage the property\, which she had inherited from her parents\, J. Martin and Leon Hudgins Diggs. Before Carole passed away she had given us the last quilt that Polly made\, along with a note on it with additional\nInformation.”\n\nLori recounts their discovery of the trove of quilts\, “ At the Hindman house\, all three bedrooms had a quilt on the bed\, and we found many more in each closet.  We then went into the attic where we found more\, along with several handmade wool comforters. We feel blessed to be able to share these family heirlooms with the public.”  Some of the items on display will include  a baby quilt of Jay’s\, and also one bed quilt made especially for him. More than 30 quilts were counted\, with many of them being included in the exhibit. Accompanying the exhibit will be descriptions of the quilts\, letters and notes and photographs.\n\nThere is a private showing on Thursday\, October 3rd for Mathews Museum members.  And beginning October 4th\,  the museum will be open every Friday\, Saturday and Sunday through the end of December.  For information on special tours\, contact  804-695-4664 or email mathewsvamuseumfriends@gmail.com .For Museum hours and additional information\, visit www.mathewsvamuseum.org. “
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-museum-to-showcase-antique-southern-quilts-from-private-collection/
LOCATION:Mathews Museum\, 200 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Museum":MAILTO:mathewsvamuseum@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241003T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241003T210000
DTSTAMP:20260419T100634
CREATED:20240819T235903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T235903Z
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SUMMARY:4th Annual Ducks Unlimited Wetlands Conservation Banquet
DESCRIPTION:The Piankatank River Chapter of Virginia Ducks Unlimited will hold its 4th Annual Wetlands Conservation Banquet at the Piankatank Ruritan Club on Thursday\, October 3\, 2024\, beginning at 6 PM.\n\nProceeds from this event are used to support wetlands conservation in Mathews County\, the Commonwealth of Virginia and in the United States.  Everyone is welcome to attend.\n\nContact Bill Pennell 804-450-2267 or whpjr517@aol.com for further information\, and visit the website to order tickets (single tickets starting at $85): http://www.piankatankriverdu.org
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/4th-annual-ducks-unlimited-wetlands-conservation-banquet/
LOCATION:Piankatank Ruritan Club\, 7138 Buckley Hall Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food & Drink,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ducks Unlimited%2C Piankatank River Chapter":MAILTO:whpjr517@aol.com
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