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SUMMARY:Teen Writer's Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mathews Memorial Library for a Creative Writing Workshop and author talk with Shannon Dunlop\, author of Right Here\, Right Now. \nFree and open to youth ages 12-18! \n 
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/teen-writers-workshop/
LOCATION:Mathews Memorial Library\, 251 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Library Events,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240802T190000
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SUMMARY:Courthouse Players Present "The Hallelujah Girls"
DESCRIPTION:Friday at 7 p.m. Saturday at 7 p.m. Sunday at 3 p.m. \nTickets: Adult advance purchase: $21.00 (available at box office locations only) \nAdult at the door and online: $22.00; Student with ID in advance or at the door: $7.00 \nFor advance tickets\, scan the QR code\, go to courthouseplayers.org/tickets \nor visit Office Supply of Gloucester (804-693-4155)\, \nFranktronics (804-642-5233)\, or Mathews Pharmacy (804-725-2556). \n  \nFor more information\, go to courthouseplayers.org or call 804-815-8504. \nHALLELUJAH GIRLS is presented by special arrangement with: Dramatists Play Service\, Inc.\, 440 Park Avenue South\, New York\, NY 10016.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/courthouse-players-present-the-hallelujah-girls/
LOCATION:Cobbs Creek Arts Center\, 61 Cobbs Creek Lane\, Cobbs Creek\, VA\, 23035\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Live Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Court House Players":MAILTO:info@courthouseplayers.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240802T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240802T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040733
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SUMMARY:What Is It?
DESCRIPTION:Bring your ceramics\, arrowheads\, pottery\, and other artifacts\, to the Mathews Historical Museum to have them identified.\n\nThis annual event is co-hosted by the Mathews Historical Museum and the Fairfield Foundation.\n\nThere is no charge for this event.\n\nOn site will be a special guest\, antiquities authority William (Bill) Pitman\, formerly Curator of\nArchaeological Collections at Colonial Williamsburg\, now retired and affiliated with the Fairfield\nFoundation. The Museum has enjoyed hosting this event in past years and is pleased to bring it back this\nyear. “What we’ve found from experience\, is that some of the objects are very difficult to\nidentify\,” notes Museum President\, Tom Robinson. “And if we can’t identify the object that night\,\nwe will work with the owner to determine its provenance.”
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/what-is-it/
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:20240728T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240728T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040733
CREATED:20240627T164159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240716T023340Z
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SUMMARY:4th Sunday at ETC. Vintage
DESCRIPTION:Join ETC. Vintage for a day of shopping\, plus sweets from SeaSalt!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/4th-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:20240724T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T111500
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SUMMARY:July Gardening Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Mathews Gardening Group \nCome join us at the next Monthly Meeting! \nMeeting Notice \nWhen: Wednesday\, July 24\, 2024\, 10:00 AM – 11:15 AM \nWhere: Mathews County Virginia Cooperative Extension (VCE) Main Office: (804) 725-7196 10494 Buckley Hall Road Suite B\, Mathews\, VA 23109 \nSpeaker & Topic: Pamela Darney\, Master Gardener and Master Naturalist  \nSeed Saving Strategies: When & How to Start! \nBONUS: SEED SWAP – BRING YOUR SEEDS TO EXCHANGE WITH OTHERS \nAbout Seed Saving: The practical understanding and value of saving seeds. Which seeds can be saved – how and when to do it? Which seeds are easier to save? What is scarification and stratification? Pamela will discuss her successes and failures in saving seeds and asks that you share your seed saving history with the group too. Why is seed saving so important? Saving seeds allows you to select for particular characteristics you might like to cultivate by selecting fruits or plants to harvest with those same traits. You can choose seeds with the best tasting\, largest\, earliest ripening fruits to save that would ensure these same qualities in the next generation. And it can save you money! \nAbout Pamela Darney: \nBrief Bio \nPamela is a Master Gardener\, class of 2022\, and then completed the Master Naturalist course in August of 2023 and has been a constant friend to the Mathews Gardening Group.  She is also a rookie Oyster Gardener – growing both the diploid and triploid varieties in the York River.  She has been keeping bees since 2020 and is fascinated by the hive mentality\, the life cycle of the honeybee (different for the queen\, worker\, and drone)\, and their dedication to the caring of the Queen.  \nPamela recently retired from full time work and has a bachelor’s degree in Architecture and an MBA with a concentration in Finance. She is focusing on herbs\, dahlias\, and native plants – all which support providing food for the bees. \nStay afterwards for continued Q&A with the speaker. \nParking Notice – Members with mobility challenges please park near the Extension office entry beyond the lots halfway point. For others\, there is ample parking at the nearby Chesapeake Bank on the right of the building and parking at the lot to the left of the building. Thank you.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/july-gardening-meeting/
LOCATION:Virginia Cooperative Extension Office Mathews\, 10494 Buckley Hall Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Outdoor
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240722
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240727
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SUMMARY:The Adventure Begins: C2K Camp Week
DESCRIPTION:Join the Coalition4Kids in their summer camp at the Mathews Memorial Library and the Bay School Community Arts Center\, for ages 6-12! This free camp runs from 10 am – 4 pm daily\, and starts each day with activities at the Library\, before heading to the Bay School for the afternoon after lunch! Register by July 5th at the library!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/the-adventure-beginsl-c2k-camp-week/
LOCATION:Mathews Memorial Library\, 251 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Educational,Library Events,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240720T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240720T213000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040733
CREATED:20240625T183532Z
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SUMMARY:Donk's Theater's Sounds of Summer
DESCRIPTION:SOUNDS OF SUMMER (Special Tribute to the late Jimmy Buffett) – There is nothing better than the music of the summer!  Don your flip flops and come enjoy the best country and rock beach music with a special tribute to the late Jimmy Buffett!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/donks-theaters-sounds-of-summer/
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:20240718T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T210000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040733
CREATED:20240710T174316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T174316Z
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SUMMARY:Soothin' Summer Sounds
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mathews Memorial Library for the Soothin’ Summer Sounds of the Virginia SymphonyOrchestra’s Brass Quintet\, featuring: Jeremy Garnett on trumpet\, Mark Nixon\, on trumpet\, Hirofumi Tanaka on French horn\, Tanner Antonetti on trombone\, and Peter DuBeau on tuba.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/soothin-summer-sounds-2/
LOCATION:Mathews Memorial Library\, 251 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Library Events,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040733
CREATED:20240703T190111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T190111Z
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SUMMARY:CERT Interest Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Stop in to learn what the CERT program is\, and volunteers if you are interested in helping to make a positive impact on your community. Please come on out and learn more- we hope to see you there!\n\nLight refreshments will be provided.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/cert-interest-meeting/
LOCATION:Mathews County Court Complex\, 10622 Buckley Hall Road Suite A\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240714T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240714T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040733
CREATED:20240625T180551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T180551Z
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SUMMARY:Shopping\, Sizzle & Squeeze at ETC. Vintage
DESCRIPTION:Join ETC. Vintage for a Second Sunday event full of shopping\, sizzle and squeeze! \nEdgar’s “All Fired Up” BBQ and Easy Squeeze Lemonade will be on site\, so head on over for a day of great shopping and delicious food and drinks!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/shopping-sizzle-squeeze-at-etc-vintage/
LOCATION:Etc. Vintage\, 2066 Buckley Hall Road\, Cobbs Creek\, VA\, 23035\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,Food & Drink,Shopping
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T213000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040733
CREATED:20240328T195935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T181604Z
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SUMMARY:The Deloreans
DESCRIPTION:The Deloreans are a seasoned showband comprised of 6 distinct vocalists that cover the most memorable artists and nostalgic songs of the ‘80s. Each band member is featured throughout the show\, making this band’s most notable attribute its unmatched variety. The Deloreans is known for their dynamic ‘80s costumes\, unstoppable energy\, and their ability to bring down the house EVERY time.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/the-delores/
LOCATION:Flat Iron Crossroads\, Gloucester\, VA\, 23109\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T183000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040733
CREATED:20240625T185919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T142929Z
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SUMMARY:Row the Chesapeake
DESCRIPTION:Please join us to celebrate the best of Mathews County waterways!\n \nOn Saturday July 13\, 2024\, Mathews Land Conservancy and Mobjack Rowing Association host “Row the Chesapeake”.\nRowers Matt Muffelman (Mathews\, VA) and James Dietz (Springfield\, MA) are teaming up for a row across the Chesapeake Bay to highlight public recreational opportunities of the local waterways. Muffelman\, Vice President of Mobjack Rowing Association (MRA)\, explains “This event is a way to bring attention to the beauty of our local waterways and raise awareness of the efforts being put into the growth and potential of Williams Wharf Landing.”\n\n\nThe event centers around a 16-mile journey across the Chesapeake Bay starting from Cape Charles on the Eastern Shore and ending at the historic Williams Wharf Landing on the East River in Mathews.  Williams Wharf Landing is a  public access waterfront site owned and operated by Mathews Land Conservancy (MLC). MLC was formed in 1994 to protect the site from destructive industrial use and to return this pristine section of the Mobjack Bay back to the community. MLC’s mission is to preserve and protect waterway access for public use\, benefit\, and education.\n\n\nJoining the event as keynote speakers will be Virginia Congressman Rob Wittman and Joel Dunn\, CEO of the Chesapeake Conservancy.  Wittman is Co-Chair of the Chesapeake Bay Caucus\, Co-Chair of the Congressional Chesapeake Bay Watershed Caucus\, and author of Chesapeake Bay Accountability and Recovery Act (2015).  Dunn leads Chesapeake Conservancy’s efforts to increase public access for everyone and strengthen the connection between people and the Chesapeake Bay watershed to promote a greater appreciation for the need to conserve the Chesapeake’s landscapes and special places.\n\n\nWilliams Wharf Landing and Mobjack Rowing are near and dear to Muffelman’s heart – it is where he learned to row in 1995. His rowing career continued at Dartmouth College and then with the US National Team (2005-2010). He won gold at the 2008 World Rowing Championships. Muffelman is now the Business Manager for HUDSON Boat Works\, USA.\n\n\nJames Dietz is a professional rower who works for HYDROW\, a Live Outdoor Reality workout company that brings video of outdoor\, on-water rowing to members in their home.  James has represented the United States in many competitions and has finished top 6 in the Olympic Trials on multiple occasions.\nPremier rowing manufacturer HUDSON Boat Works will be providing two newly designed one-man open water rowing shells for the event. The HUDSON Coastal SHARK has a dynamic and durable design for the rower who wants to explore larger bodies of water than in the traditional flat-water sport.\n\n\nLocated at Williams Wharf Landing is the Owens Maritime Center which is designed to be the preeminent waterway access\, education\, and events center in the region\, combining its natural ecology with stunning East River views and providing an exceptional venue for rowing. Once completed\, the building will house education and research facilities\, an elegant indoor/outdoor event space with catering kitchen\, and training facilities for local\, regional\, and national crew and water-based activity teams.  Mathews Land Conservancy relies solely on private donations\, grants\, and use fees for general operations as well as maintenance\, improvements\, and project construction.\n\n\nThe public is invited to celebrate the final leg of the journey up the East River.  Williams Wharf Landing will be open to the public at 3:30pm on Saturday July 13\, 2024 and we expect the rowers to cross the finish line about 4:30pm. After brief comments from our dignitaries and guests\, all are welcome to enjoy food from local food trucks Creekside Catering and Backwoods BBQ\, and music from Last Minute Grass.\n\n\nOpportunities are available for information booth space – please reach out to Gwen DeForge\, Operations Manager for more information. For more information\, please call 804.725.9685 or email usat info@mathewslandconservancy.org
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/row-the-chesapeake/
LOCATION:Williams Wharf Landing\, 1039 Williams Wharf Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240712T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240712T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040733
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SUMMARY:Movie Night at the Museum: Happy Homes & Fertile Farms
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mathews Historical Museum for a free Movie Night at the Museum!\n\nThis month\, enjoy a 25th anniversary showing of a 1999 film “Mathews County: Happy Homes and Fertile Farms on Smiling Waters” by the late Eugene C. Hudgins of Mathews. Mr. Hudgins created this 111-minute historical overview of Mathews County\, and in his words\, “As we travel on the road of life\, many times the sweetest part of the trail is the part that leads back home. Our home and surrounding area have a beauty which brings us calmness which most of us really appreciate.”\n\nThe showing is free and open to the public. A lot has changed in Mathews since 1999\, and everything that you want and need to know about Mathews is in this film! Doors open at 6:00\, welcome/remarks at 6:15\, showtime is 6:30.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/move-night-at-the-museum-happy-homes-fertile-farms/
LOCATION:Mathews Museum\, 200 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Educational,History
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240711T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240711T203000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040733
CREATED:20240625T181124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T193744Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Entrepreneurship
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to start a new business\, or hone your current small business skills?! Then check out the Introduction to Entrepreneurship course\, sponsored in part by the Mathews EDA\, in partnership with the Middle Peninsula Planning District Commission. \nThis free course offers a certificate upon completion\, and you will learn a variety of skills in the classes- offered on Thursday evenings in Saluda. See the full schedule on the attached flyer\, and be sure to register before all the spots are filled!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/introduction-to-entrepreneurship/
LOCATION:Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240709T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240709T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040733
CREATED:20240628T172054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240628T172054Z
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SUMMARY:248th Anniversary of the Battle of Cricket Hill
DESCRIPTION:Join the SAR to celebrate the 248th Anniversary of the Battle of Cricket Hill!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/248th-anniversary-of-the-battle-of-cricket-hill/
LOCATION:Morningstar Marinas\, 249 Mill Point Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Holiday/ Seasonal
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240709
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240803
DTSTAMP:20260421T040733
CREATED:20240620T163555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T163652Z
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SUMMARY:The Adventure Begins @ the Library!
DESCRIPTION:Join the fun with the Mathews Memorial Library’s The Adventure Begins summer programs! \nFrom Adventures in Nature\, to Adventures in Imagination\, Adventures in Travel and Adventures Close to Home\, there’s something for everyone! Activities include Lemonade Lectures\, Tales to be Told\, Discovery Days and Creative Activities- check out the list below to see the offerings\, dates and times\, and contact the Library to register. All activities are free. \n*REGISTRATION FOR TUESDAY\, THURSDAY & FRIDAY EVENTS IS FOR AGES 6-12 ONLY/ WEDNESDAYS FOR AGES 5 & YOUNGER ONLY* \n \n 
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/the-adventure-begins-the-library/
LOCATION:Mathews Memorial Library\, 251 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,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:20240706T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240706T213000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040733
CREATED:20240328T195753Z
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SUMMARY:The Boneshakers
DESCRIPTION:No holds barred funk\, blues\, and rock that marries the sounds and spirits of Detroit Rock City\, Memphis\, and Mussel Shoals. In the remarkable 25-year career of The Boneshakers\, the iconic band has always been led by world-renowned guitarist Randy Jacobs of Was (Not Was). The band and members have toured and recorded with Bonnie Raitt\, BB King\, Keb Mo\, Aretha Franklin\, Elton John\, Bootsy Collins\, Tears 4 Fears\, Bob Dylan\, Stevie Wonder\, Gov’t Mule\, and Iggy Pop…just to name a few.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/the-boneshakers/
LOCATION:Flat Iron Crossroads\, Gloucester\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T210000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040733
CREATED:20240415T165628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T165817Z
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SUMMARY:Donk's Show- TBA
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/donks-show-tba/
LOCATION:Harry M. Ward Auditorium at Mathews High School\, 9889 Buckley Hall Road\, 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:20240629T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040733
CREATED:20240627T013948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T013948Z
UID:16529-1719657000-1719680400@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Learn to Build Your Own Grow House
DESCRIPTION:FARMILY DAY AT CA & J FARM! \nSaturday\, June 29th\, 10:30am-5pm \n\n11am-12:30pm – Guided Tour of the Farm\n12:30 – Picnic Lunch Time\, bring a Simple Lunch Tables scattered around\n1-5pm – Help Us Build Our Grow-House\n!!!GAIN EXPERIENCE!!!\n\n(Info Sheets given so you can build your own) \n\n1-5pm – Games out for the Kids\n3pm Drum Fun!\n1-5pm – Yellow Barn Store\n& Herbal Center open*\n\n$10 donation per person over 12 or $20 per Family \nThank you! Your donations \nFeed our Farm!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/learn-to-build-your-own-grow-house/
LOCATION:C.A. & J Farms\, 5620 East River Rd.\, Foster\, VA\, 23056\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Health & Fitness
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ORGANIZER;CN="C.A. & J Farm":MAILTO:cajfarm@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240629T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040733
CREATED:20240105T164235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T164235Z
UID:15675-1719648000-1719666000@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Islander Regatta
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/islander-regatta-2/
LOCATION:Islander Hotel & Resort\, 633 Old Ferry Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23064\, 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:20240628T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240628T210000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040733
CREATED:20240513T153738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240513T153738Z
UID:16259-1719594000-1719608400@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Party at the Wharf
DESCRIPTION:$5 at the gate (children 12 & under free)Gate opens at 5:00 PM; Live Music 6:00-9:00 PMMUSIC – William Earl Sadler & Low BottomFOOD TRUCK – Positive Pizza\, Coastal Thirst and After Prom \nAll ages welcome! Bring a friend and a chair! No coolers please. \nHosted by the Mathews Land Conservancy\, a 501(c)3 non-profit org\, owners of the wharf – all proceeds benefit the facilities of the MLC.SPONSORS:Frances Hudgins\, Hudgins Design CollaborativeShun XingLynette Glockner\, Mathews PharmacyRandy\, William & Virginia Hudgins\, Moon\, VABruce and Kathy Noble\, Noble Pest ControlBernadette La Casse\, Burton’s WaterfrontMichael Swiderski\, Storybound ConstructionJay White\, East River ConstructionAmbrose DisposalChesapeake Bank
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/party-at-the-wharf-10/
LOCATION:Williams Wharf\, 1039 Williams Wharf Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food & Drink,Live Music,Outdoor
ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Land Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mathewslandconservancy.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240628
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240630
DTSTAMP:20260421T040733
CREATED:20240226T175208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T175208Z
UID:15838-1719532800-1719705599@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Gwynn's Island Days
DESCRIPTION:Join the Gwynn’s Island Civic League for this year’s Gwynn’s Island Chicken Dinner & Gwynn’s Island Festival! All proceeds from both events will benefit the Gwynn’s Island Civic League and the Gwynn’s Island Museum. \nThe Chicken Dinner will take place on Friday\, June 28 from 4:30-7 pm. Tickets are $15\, and available at the door. Enjoy a chicken dinner with all the fixings! There will be a drive-through option available! \nThen\, on Saturday\, celebrate the simpler life with a festival full of handmade crafts\, a variety of games on the Midway\, live music\, and plenty of food! Gospend the day on Gwynn’s Island and enjoy this neighborhood tradition!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/gwynns-island-days/
LOCATION:Gwynn’s Island Civic Center\, 1996 Old Ferry Rd.\, Gwynn\, VA\, 23066\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food & Drink,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Gwynn's Island Civic League":MAILTO:gwynnsislandfestival@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T111500
DTSTAMP:20260421T040733
CREATED:20240613T150540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T150540Z
UID:16322-1719396000-1719400500@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Mathews Garden Group: What's Buggin' You? Pest Pressure Problems!
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mathews Gardening Group for their June meeting\, with speaker Frank Long\, BS\, MA\, Middlesex Extension Agent! \nLong will discuss solutions for reducing pest pressure: \n\nSigns and Symptoms of Pest Problems\nIdentifying Pests\nExtent of damage\nCommon solutions\nPrevention strategy\nWhere to turn for help
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-garden-group-whats-buggin-you-pest-pressure-problems/
LOCATION:Virginia Cooperative Extension Office Mathews\, 10494 Buckley Hall Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T100000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040733
CREATED:20240621T150637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T135249Z
UID:16433-1719392400-1719396000@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Meditation in Motion
DESCRIPTION:Join Ashley Murphy\, LMFT & Yoga Therapy Teacher-in-Training\, for Meditation in Motion! Relax and practice self-love with a gentle blend of Yoga Therapy\, Breathwork\, Meditation\, Energy Work and brain-based nervous system regulation techniques! \nSpace is limited\, so pre-register by calling 757-903-6978 or emailing fullbloomwellness23@gmail.com.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/meditation-in-motion/
LOCATION:Halcyon Building\, 40 Court Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health & Fitness
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240624
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240629
DTSTAMP:20260421T040733
CREATED:20240620T165907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T165907Z
UID:16423-1719187200-1719619199@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:The Adventure Begins: Teen Summer Program
DESCRIPTION:Register today for the Teen Summer Program at the Mathews Memorial Library! This free program is daily from 10 am- 2 pm\, and open to ages 12-17. \nThere will be many activities\, including: nature safety\, learning to LARP\, cosplay social\, archery\, Library Olympics\, fantasy writing & art\, tips for reading to learn\, games & crafts\, and making new friends!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/the-adventure-begins-teen-summer-program/
LOCATION:Mathews Memorial Library\, 251 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,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:20240623T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040733
CREATED:20240613T151229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T151229Z
UID:16326-1719144000-1719158400@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:4th Sundays at ETC. Vintage!
DESCRIPTION:Join ETC. Vintage for their special summer series- 4th Sundays! \nEnjoy some shopping and delicious foods- the featured food truck this month is T-Boyeés Couillon Bon\, LLC.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/4th-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:20240622T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T230000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040733
CREATED:20240409T151144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T151144Z
UID:16124-1719086400-1719097200@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Mercy Creek at Mi Casa
DESCRIPTION:Join Mi Casa Azteca for a live show with Mercy Creek- the band specializes in “aggressive folk rock” and “earthy\, edgy music!” This show is free with no cover charge\, come by for some great drinks and food with some rocking’ tunes!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mercy-creek-at-mi-casa/
LOCATION:Mi Casa Azteca Mexican Restaurant & Cantina\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Live Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040733
CREATED:20231222T165604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T170106Z
UID:15652-1719054000-1719082800@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Mathews VFD 1st Annual Boat Docking Contest
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mathews Volunteer Fire Department for the 1st Annual Boat Docking Contest! There are 15 boats participating in the contest! \nThere will be live music\, sales vendors\, food vendors\, a kids’ zone and more! \nYour ticket includes unlimited beer and entry to the event (kids 10 and under are free). \nHunter Owens will perform the National Anthem\, and there will be live music from Part Time and DJ Tommy Eriksen! \nFood trucks include: The Seafood Shack\, Coastal Thirst\, Salty dog Pizzeria\, The Flip Side\, and Howard-Dooley.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/boat-docking/
LOCATION:Williams Wharf\, 1039 Williams Wharf Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T140000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040733
CREATED:20240621T145503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240621T145927Z
UID:16430-1719050400-1719064800@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Public Opening of the Thomas Hunley General Store & Post Office
DESCRIPTION:General stores and post offices were both a mainstay and a way of life in Mathews County years ago. They were the gathering spots and the epicenters of each of the respective communities throughout the county. \nOn Saturday\, June 22\, 10:00 am until 2:00 pm\, Mathews “newest general store” will open its doors to the public.  The Tommy Hunley General Store/post office will receive its first official customers at Saturday’s open reception at the Mathews Museum\, 200 Main Street\, where the new general store is now an official permanent exhibit. \nRay Hunley\, longtime commissioner of  revenue in Mathews\, donated both a significant collection of his father’s general store/post office memorabilia as well as many hours of his personal time\, lovingly and patiently recreating  a “mini” general store within the walls of the Museum. Years ago\, Ray’s father\, Tommy Hunley\,  was an employee  of the Virginia Power Company\, and as part of his job\, he would travel throughout the county\,  visiting the various general stores\, and meeting with the owners. As time went by\, and the general stores closed\, he would acquire much of the products and artifacts from the stores and store them in his own one room building on Church Street. \n“All of the contents of this store were original\, no reproductions.  He had visitors from all over the world visit his store over the years\, including two Virginia Governors\,” said Ray Hunley.  “ He was highlighted on two evening news shows on Wavy TV and WTKR TV.  It was his wish that the contents be preserved and made available to the citizens of Mathews as a memory of past times.  Many of the contents are one-of-a-kind or one-of-a-few.” \nTommy Hunley passed away in 2005\, and his wish was to continue the memories and share the history.  Ray and his wife Doris felt that the collection could best be displayed at the Museum. The general store exhibit now officially resides  within the walls of  the Mathews Museum and will now be open to the public\, honoring Tommy Hunley’s wishes. \nThe Museum announces the store’s grand opening on Saturday\, June  22nd.  Museum President Tom Robinson says\, “Mathews Museum is pleased and honored to own this collection\, and we want the museum to be a real place to visit in Mathews.” \nVisit www.mathewsvamuseum.org for more information.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/public-opening-of-the-thomas-hunley-general-store-post-office/
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:20240619T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240619T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T040733
CREATED:20240611T154457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T154457Z
UID:16293-1718823600-1718827200@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Lecture Series at Williams Wharf Landing
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mathews Land Conservancy for a discussion on the rise in modern aquaculture in Chesapeake Bay and why we should make room for it\, with Mike Congrove and Stan Allen from Oyster Seed Holdings. Oyster aquaculture in Chesapeake Bay bloomed relatively late on the world stage\, but rose very quickly in the 2000s so that Virginia now leads the East Coast in production. This growth was bolstered by the development of breeding techniques that maximize productivity. With this growth was a concomitant rise in hatchery production\, and Oyster Seed Holdings was one of the founding oyster hatcheries in the Bay. The restorative nature of oyster culture is a vital force in sustainable food supply writ large in the world.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/lecture-series-at-williams-wharf-landing/
LOCATION:Williams Wharf\, 1039 Williams Wharf Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Land Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mathewslandconservancy.org
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