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October 2022
Bobby Blackhat with Concerts by the Bay
Bobby Blackhat, Virginia's Blues Ambassador, award winning recording artist, musician, vocalist, songwriter, comedian, and producer has opened for B.B. King, Taj Mahal, Delbert McClinton, Patty Labelle, Ramsey Lewis, and Maze. Blending the influences of Chicago, Memphis, Piedmont, and Delta style blues, you are in for a Toe Tappin', Finger Poppin', Hip Shakin' Blues experience. Tickets available at the door or in advance at the Mathews Visitor Center. Single tickets are $25. Students admitted free with ID.
Find out more »November 2022
Matilda the Musical
The Court House Players Community Theatre presents Matilda the Musical on November 3rd-5th at 7PM and November 6th at 3PM at the Harry M. Ward Auditorium at the Mathews High School.
Find out more »USS Monitor: A Historic Ship Completes Its Final Voyage
USS Monitor: A Historic Ship Completes Its Final Voyage John D. Broadwater, PhD Tues., Nov. 15th | 7 p.m. Mathews Yacht Club | 390 Yacht Club Rd | Hudgins, VA Open to the Public • No Charge • Refreshments will be served The Mathews County Historical Society will host world-renowned underwater archaeologist John Broadwater, author of USS Monitor: A Historic Ship Completes Its Final Voyage, for a talk about the Monitor’s sinking, discovery, and eventual designation as our nation’s first national marine sanctuary. Broadwater…
Find out more »Thanksgiving Farmers Market
A SPECIAL HAPPY Thanksgiving FARMERS MARKET Sat., Nov. 19th 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Historic Courthouse Green Mathews, Virginia LOCAL FOODS, GIFTS, CRAFTS, & MORE! Sponsored by Mathews Main Street Committee www.mathewsmainstreet.org
Find out more »Tompkins Cottage Museum Holiday Open House
Tompkins Cottage Museum Holiday Open House 43 Brickbat Rd. Sat., Nov. 19th 10 a.m.-1 p.m. https://www.mathewscountyhistoricalsociety.org/ Tompkins Cottage Museum will be open for visitors and holiday shoppers during the Holiday Farmers Market on Saturday, November 19th from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Stop by for a tour and do some holiday shopping for the history buff in your family.
Find out more »Hooray for Hollywood with Concerts by the Bay
Hooray for Hollywood! The Empire Trio, an exhilarating and uniquely talented classical crossover ensemble, has been taking concert halls by storm all over the world. Featuring the lush and mesmerizing voices of soprano Erin Shields, baritone Michael Kelly, and the versatile and virtuosic David Shenton on piano and violin. David is the world's first (and possibly only) musician to play violin and piano SIMULTANEOUSLY! Single tickets are $25 at the door ( FREE for Students!) or avoid the line and…
Find out more »Made in Mathews Open Studio Tour
2022 Open Studio Tour Weekends: Friday, November 25th, 10 am-5 pm Saturday, November 26th, 10 am-5 pm Sunday, November 27th, Noon – 5 pm Saturday, December 3rd, 10am-5pm Sunday, December 4th, Noon – 5 pm Every year, the weekend following Thanksgiving and the first weekend in December, the artist network in Mathews County open their doors to the public showcasing many genres of artisan crafts. The Open Studio Tour is a trail of artisans with studios around the County. Not only…
Find out more »December 2022
East River Lighted Christmas Boat Parade
Come view the fun and funky East River holiday lighted boat parade from the boardwalk or pier at Williams Wharf Landing this Saturday 12/3. Parade starts at 5:30 with a first pass by Williams Wharf at 6pm, and a second after making the trip north to Town Point and back! Free parking is available onsite, fire pits to stay warm, plus cookies and warm beverages available!
Find out more »Deck the Halls
Deck the Halls Tree Trimming Party Sun., Dec. 4, 1-3 pm Mathews Memorial Library Celebrate the season in a Christmas card setting come to life at our annual Deck the Hall tree trimming party. Join Friends & family to enjoy holiday music, seasonal refreshments, and a special visit from Santa.
Find out more »Christmas at the Museum
JOIN THE MUSEUM FOR THE 3RD ANNUAL CHRISTMAS BAZAAR Friday and Saturday December 9th and 10th / 9:00 am - 5:00 pm both days at the Museum located at 200 Main Street; Mathews Courthouse. Please see the attached brochure for the complete details on this wonderful and festive seasonal event - P.s. Vendor booth locations within the Museum are available. Call for your spot today!~
Find out more »Christmas Farmers Market
A VERY MERRY Christmas FARMERS MARKET A Holiday Celebration of Unique Gifts, Handmade Goods, and Gourmet Delights. Sat., Dec. 10th 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Historic Courthouse Green Mathews, Virginia Sponsored by Mathews Main Street www.mathewsmainstreet.org
Find out more »Tompkins Cottage Museum Christmas Open House
Tompkins Cottage Museum Christmas Open House 43 Brickbat Rd. Sat., Dec. 10th 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Tompkins Cottage Museum Christmas Open House will be Saturday, December 10th as part of the Mathews Farmers Christmas Market. The Cottage will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Stop by for a tour and do some holiday shopping for the history buff in your family.
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