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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T183000
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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:20260419T084848
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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:20260419T084848
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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:20260419T084848
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:20260419T084848
CREATED: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:20260419T084848
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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
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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
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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:20260419T084848
CREATED:20240105T164613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T155316Z
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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:20260419T084848
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:20260419T084848
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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:20260419T084848
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:20260419T084848
CREATED:20240927T014541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240927T014719Z
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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:20260419T084848
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:20260419T084848
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:20260419T084848
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:20260419T084848
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:20260419T084848
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240929T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240929T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T084848
CREATED:20240929T194041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240929T194041Z
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SUMMARY:Ruritan Fish Fry
DESCRIPTION:Join the Piankatank Ruritan Club for a fish fry- for only $20 for adults and $6 for kids 12 and under (5 and under free!)\, get fried fish\, hush puppies\, Cole slaw\, baked beans\, hamburgers\, hot dogs\, desserts\, drinks! \nTake out starting at 4 pm\, meal from 5-7 pm. \nTickets available at the door\, or at MCVIC!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/ruritan-fish-fry/
LOCATION:Piankatank Ruritan Club\, 7138 Buckley Hall Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food & Drink
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ORGANIZER;CN="Piankatank Ruritan Club":MAILTO:timothy.roscher@voyafa.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T220000
DTSTAMP:20260419T084848
CREATED:20240822T154035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240822T154035Z
UID:16729-1727544600-1727560800@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Magical Musical Gala
DESCRIPTION:This year’s Gala and Art Auction is a tribute to the power of music in our lives and its impact on creativity and imagination. The theme is the Magical Musical Gala\, and the event will be held Saturday evening\, September 28 at the historic estate of Auburn\, currently owned by Claude and Lynn Hornsby and once the vacation home of John Lennon and Yoko Ono. \nStarting at 5:00 pm\, there will be a special reception in Auburn’s boxwood garden for attending members. While strolling the garden to the sounds of a string quartet\, members can enjoy a signature cocktail created for the event and an array of delicious appetizers. Each member also will be given a specially created party favor to express our appreciation for their continuing support. \nAlways one of the Bay School’s most popular and well-attended events\, the evening will be filled with fun and creativity\, decadent food\, raffles\, both silent and live auctions\, and MUSIC! \nDon’t miss this fun-filled community event\, so get your tickets now! \nYou ay also become a sponsor of this exciting event that supports the Education and Outreach Programs of The Bay School.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/magical-musical-gala/
LOCATION:The Historic Estate of Auburn\, 11 Old Auburn Road\, North\, 23128
CATEGORIES:Art Shows,Arts & Cultural,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:20240926T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T210000
DTSTAMP:20260419T084848
CREATED:20240909T020358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T125754Z
UID:16741-1727377200-1727384400@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Forgotten Black Patriots\, Loyalists\, and Women
DESCRIPTION:Discover the mostly forgotten history of free and enslaved African Americans during the American Revolution. Learn about the events in 1775 that led Virginia Governor Dunmore to issue a proclamation freeing enslaved people owned by patriots in exchange for joining the British troops. \nWhy did enslaved people risk their lives for freedom in places like Gwynn’s Island\, in Mathews County? Discover the legacies of free and enslaved people who supported both the American and British causes. \nJoin speaker Harvey Bikari\, Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation Curator of Black History and Culture \nFree and open to the public\, refreshments will be served
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/forgotten-black-patriots-loyalists-and-women/
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:20240921T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T213000
DTSTAMP:20260419T084848
CREATED:20240625T184139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T184139Z
UID:16500-1726947000-1726954200@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Donk's Theater's Oldies Show (70s/80s)
DESCRIPTION:OLDIES SHOW (70’s/80’s) – There are just too many great songs to do only one Oldies show\, so this show will AGAIN take you back in time to the “good ol’ days” of country and rock and roll from the decades of the 70’s and 80’s!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/donks-theaters-oldies-show-70s-80s/
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:20240918T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T084848
CREATED:20240811T002642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240811T002642Z
UID:16699-1726686000-1726689600@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:MLC's Lecture Series
DESCRIPTION: A Long-Awaited Update to the ‘State of the York’ Report!  \npresented by  \nCIRSE GONZALEZ  \nCirse Gonzalez\, Coastal Training Program Coordinator of the Chesapeake Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve in Virginia (CBNERR-VA) at the Virginia Institute of Marine Science will guide attendees through the recently completed update to the “State of the York” report – the first of its kind since 2002! The report provides an overview of various components of the York River and its watershed (including water quality/ecosystem health\, harmful algal blooms\, fisheries status\, and more)\, and event attendees will be among the first members of the public to get a glimpse at its findings.  \nFree and open to the public!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mlcs-lecture-series/
LOCATION:Williams Wharf\, 1039 Williams Wharf Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Land Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mathewslandconservancy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240915T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240915T180000
DTSTAMP:20260419T084848
CREATED:20240613T144300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T144614Z
UID:16301-1726412400-1726423200@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Concerts by the Bay: The Alter Eagles
DESCRIPTION:  \nFor over a decade\, The Alter Eagles have been astonishing audiences across the United States with their inspiring tribute to the number one selling band of all time in North America.  Having performed over 1000 shows makes them one of the most prolific tribute acts today.  Alter Eagles is comprised of 6 versatile vocalists who each play multiple instruments during the show. AlterEagles perform the entire repertoire of Eagles tracks. From tasteful country rock with full harmonies to hard-rocking numbers\, they showcase the Eagles’ trademark dueling electric guitars. Whether it’s an outdoor show with 20\,000 singing fans or an intimate venue with 100 “Friends of the Band\,” Alter Eagles make every performance exciting and memorable.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/concerts-by-the-bay-the-alter-eagles/
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:20240914T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T084848
CREATED:20240728T235438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240728T235552Z
UID:16613-1726333200-1726340400@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Knights of Columbus 15th Annual Italian Feast
DESCRIPTION:The Knights of Columbus\, Council 11210 will host its 15th Italian Feast on Saturday\, September 14\, 2024 at the Church of the Visitation on Rt. 33 in Topping. Seating is at 5:00PM. The dinner will include home-made meatballs\, made with pork\, beef and veal\, Italian sweet sausages\, homemade sauce and Penne pasta. Fresh Italian bread\, salad and hand grated Reggiano Parmesan cheese will top off the food menu. Home-made desserts will complete the feast. Red and White wine\, coffee and tea will complement the meal. \nReservations are required and tickets are priced at $35.00 per adult\, $5.00 for children under 12\, and kids under 5 years old are free. Take outs will be available by pre-order. \nPlease call 804-725-1656 or 804-776-0078 by Saturday\, September 7th for reservations.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/knights-of-columbus-15th-annual-italian-feast/
LOCATION:Church of the Visitation\, 8462 General Puller Highway\, Topping\, VA\, 23169\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240908T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240908T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T084848
CREATED:20240627T172253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T172253Z
UID:16539-1725796800-1725811200@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:September's 2nd Sunday!
DESCRIPTION:Second Sunday at ETC. Vintage\, with On the Flip Side food truck!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/septembers-2nd-sunday/
LOCATION:Etc. Vintage\, 2066 Buckley Hall Road\, Cobbs Creek\, VA\, 23035\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Shopping
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240907
DTSTAMP:20260419T084848
CREATED:20240822T152742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240822T153242Z
UID:16717-1725580800-1725667199@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Mathews Market Days 50th Anniversary
DESCRIPTION: 
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-market-days-50th-anniversary/
LOCATION:Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Shows,Community Events,Food & Drink,Live Music,Outdoor,Shopping,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Market Days Committee":MAILTO:mathewsmarketdays@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240828T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240828T110000
DTSTAMP:20260419T084848
CREATED:20240820T011459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T011459Z
UID:16709-1724839200-1724842800@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:The Enemies List: Invasive Plants
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mathews Gardening Group for a lecture entitled “The Enemies List: Twelve of the Most Notorious Invasive Plants of Tidewater\, Virginia\,” with special guest speaker Christina Verderosa\, Newport News Master Gardener & Tree Steward. This event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/the-enemies-list-invasive-plants/
LOCATION:Virginia Cooperative Extension Office Mathews\, 10494 Buckley Hall Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Gardening Group":MAILTO:r.morris@vt.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240825T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240825T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T084848
CREATED:20240627T165804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T011908Z
UID:16535-1724587200-1724601600@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:4th Summer Sundays at ETC. Vintage!
DESCRIPTION:Head over to ETC. Vintage for some coastal-themed shopping\, plus snacks from Coastal Thirst!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/4th-summer-sundays-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:20240824T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240824T213000
DTSTAMP:20260419T084848
CREATED:20240625T183912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T183912Z
UID:16498-1724527800-1724535000@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Donk's Theater: Prime County (80s/90s)
DESCRIPTION:PRIME COUNTRY (80’s/90’s) (Special Tribute to the late Toby Keith) – The Opry pays tribute to some of the greatest artists of the 80’s and 90’s in country music! George Strait\, Reba\, Tim\, Faith\, Martina\, Alan\, Travis\, Wynonna and\, of course\, the late Toby Keith…and the list goes on and on!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/donks-theater-prime-county-80s-90s/
LOCATION:Donk’s Theater\, 8259 Buckley Hall Road\, Hudgins\, VA\, 23076\, 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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