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SUMMARY:Tompkins Cottage Museum Open
DESCRIPTION:Tompkins Cottage Museum Open\nOpen Saturdays 10 am – 1 pm\, April – October \nThe cottage\, which is headquarters for the Mathews County Historical Society\, is named for Christopher Tompkins\, a local sea captain\, planter\, local merchant and member of the state legislature. He bought the cottage property in 1837 and is the first known owner. \nExhibits include a room dedicated to the history of Mathews County and serves as a gift shop\, two rooms representing a home from the 1840s to the 1920s\, and a room dedicated to Sally Louisa Tompkins who was the first woman commissioned in an American military unit.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/tompkins-cottage-museum-open-4/
LOCATION:Tompkins Cottage\, Brickbat Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,History
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SUMMARY:Thomas James Store Open
DESCRIPTION:Thomas James Store\nOpen Saturdays\, 10 am to 1 pm\, April – October \nTake a self-guided tour of one of the best-preserved early 19th–century stores in the southeastern U.S. This rare commercial structure has retained much of its original fabric; shed-roofed rectangular wings were added around 1900. Interpretive signage explains what the various marks and features represent. \nThe Thomas James Store is owned and maintained by the Mathews County Historical Society. \n 
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/thomas-james-store-open-2/
LOCATION:Thomas James Store\, 44 Maple Ave\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,History
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220402T160000
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SUMMARY:Bay to Belly Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Traveling exhibit on loan from the Yorktown Watermen’s Museum\nDisplayed at the Mathews Historical Museum\n200 Main Street\, Mathews \nExhibit will be open Saturdays\, April 2 through May 28\, 10:00am-4:00pm \n\n\n\n\nThis exhibit teaches us how the Chesapeake Bay sustains us while exploring the relationships among people\, aquatic species and foods of the Chesapeake.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/bay-to-belly-exhibit/
LOCATION:Mathews Museum\, 200 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Museum":MAILTO:mathewsvamuseum@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220402T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220402T223000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220328T150229Z
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SUMMARY:Virginia's Li'l Ole Opry Show
DESCRIPTION:Donk’s Theater\nVirginia’s Li’l Ole Opry\nHarry M. Ward Auditorium\, Mathews High School\, 9889 Buckley Hall Road\, Mathews\, VA\nShows start at 8:00 p.m.  –   Doors Open at 7:30 p.m.\nTickets are $15 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under (Available at the door\, or in advance at the Mathews Visitor Center on Main Street\, Mathews\, or Marketplace Antiques\, Route 17\, Gloucester) \nApril 2 – ALL STAR OPRY – Welcome back the Opry band and cast for the 47th year! \nMay 14 – OLDIES SHOW – This show is sure to take you back in time to the “good ol’ days” of country and rock and roll at its best! \nJune 25 – A.J. MCKEEN – This show will feature a Gloucester native with an amazing raw talent and a voice that rivals Chris Stapleton.  The first half will feature the Opry band and singers. \nJuly 23 – SOUNDS OF SUMMER – The best of beach music\, Jimmy Buffett and summertime in the Country! \nAugust 20 – TRIBUTE TO THE EAGLES \nSeptember 17 – TALENT SEARCH 2022 \nOctober 8 – WILLIAM EARL SADLER’S TRIBUTE TO RICKY HUDGINS – Mathews’ native and lead guitar legend\, Ricky Hudgins\, passed away in 2021.  This show will honor him and his love of Classic Southern Rock.  The first half will feature the Opry band and singers. \nNovember 12 – GOSPEL SHOW – What an uplifting night this will be!  Join the Opry band and singers\, along with some wonderful guest stars for an amazing night of inspirational music! \nDecember 3 – SMITH FAMILY & FRIENDS CHRISTMAS SHOW \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/virginias-lil-ole-opry-show/
LOCATION:Harry M. Ward Auditorium  – Mathews High School\, 9889 Buckley Hall Rd\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,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:20220409T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220409T120000
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SUMMARY:Spring Community Litter Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:How to Participate: Sign up Here \nYou can sign up for the cleanup by emailing mathewsvisitorcenter@gmail.com \nPlan ahead and gather family or a neighbor to help with your efforts. Call 804-725-4229 or email mathewsvisitorcenter@gmail.com with any questions. \nYou will receive two free meals during the date of the cleanup including breakfast to-go\, and a pizza party lunch! \nFor Adopt-a-Highway or Small Community Groups\, we ask that ONE or TWO group leaders from your cleanup group be responsible for picking up and dropping off cleanup supplies to MCVIC\, and distributing them carefully among your participating members. Groups should separate themselves along cleanup routes and avoid gathering. \nLet us know how many family members will be participating in your cleanup. \nDecide on a route of your choosing\, or MCVIC will provide you with a list of high-priority areas in Mathews the morning of the event. \nPick up your supplies between 8am to 9am at Sibley’s General Store. We provide trash bags\, vests and 1-2 nets per group. Read more about what to wear and expect here. \nSign up Here
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/spring-community-litter-cleanup/
LOCATION:Mathews Visitor Center\, 239 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Outdoor
ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews County Visitor &amp%3B Information Center":MAILTO:mathewsvisitorcenter@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220409T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220409T160000
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SUMMARY:Raku Firing
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to our second Raku Firing Fundraiser! We are very excited to welcome Martha Hayes and Johnny Norman into our backyard as we put the FUN in fundraising with FIRE! \nSATURDAY\, APRIL 9 (rain date April 16)\nYOU MUST BUY A TICKET FOR A SPECIFIC TIME SLOT!\n4 spots are available for each time slot.\nExpect to spend about two hours with us.\nBuy raffle tickets for your own private raku party here! \n\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\nRaku firing tickets are $30 each. Here is how it works! Check in at your appointed time\, and you’ll be directed to a glazing station\, where you get to glaze a bowl made by a member of the Clay by the Bay Ceramics Guild. A Guild member will be there to assist you to apply glazes provided by Summer Haze Pottery. About half an hour after you start\, it will be time to put your bowl in the kiln! The firing process takes place right before your eyes\, in about 45 minutes. There’s not much to see while it fires\, so buy a Mug Madness mug\, grab a cup of coffee or cocoa\, bid on amazing raku pottery\, and browse the Art Speaks Gallery while you wait. Make sure you are back outsid4 to see your bowl come out of the kiln\, red-hot and glowing! You’ll want to snap a picture of that! The bowl will be placed in a metal trash can\, lined with newspaper\, which will be set ablaze from the heat of the bowl. The lid goes on\, and the smoke from the dowsed flames and the loss of oxygen – called reduction – makes the magic happen with the glaze. In about 15 minutes\, we’ll pull your bowl out\, quench it in water to cool it\, and wipe it off for you to take home! More photo opps here :). \nThe first firing of the day will feature some special pots Martha has made for us. These will be auctioned or for sale the day of the event\, along with other pottery pieces. \nThe entire process\, except when you visit our beautiful gallery\, will take place outdoors. We will ask that you wear a mask when working with our guild members under the tents\, and when claiming your pot. Clean paintbrushes will be available when you are glazing your pot. Optional rubber gloves will also be available when you check in. Stations will be cleaned between participants. Please keep safely socially distant from people not in your party. And have fun!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/raku-firing/
LOCATION:Bay School Community Arts Center\, 279 Main Street \, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Shows,Arts & Cultural,Outdoor
ORGANIZER;CN="Bay School Comunity Arts Center":MAILTO:pamdoss@bayschool-arts.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220415T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220415T160000
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SUMMARY:Pre-Order Lavender Plants for Spring Planting
DESCRIPTION:Spring is a great time to add a little lavender to your garden or landscaping project.  Pre-order your starter lavender plant for pickup April 15th between the hours of 11am and 4pm. Pick from French or English varieties based on availability.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/pre-order-lavender-plants-for-spring-planting/
LOCATION:Under the Stars Farm\, 11532 Harcum Rd\, Gloucester\, 23061
CATEGORIES:Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Under the Stars Farm":MAILTO:info@underthestarsfarm.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220416T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220416T123000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220323T194739Z
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SUMMARY:The Unbeatable Easter Egg Hunt
DESCRIPTION:It’s An Easter Egg Hunt and You’re Invited!  \nIt’s that time of year again when the animals are born\, grass turns green and the lavender wakes up from its winter slumber and that means spring is here. \nJoin us for this year’s Unbeatable Easter Egg Hunt at Under the Stars Farm in Gloucester\, Virginia. Over 4000 eggs filled with various treats will be hidden among the grounds at lavender fields ! \nReserve your spot TODAY!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/the-unbeatable-easter-egg-hunt/
LOCATION:Under the Stars Farm\, 11532 Harcum Rd\, Gloucester\, 23061
CATEGORIES:Outdoor,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Under the Stars Farm":MAILTO:info@underthestarsfarm.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220416T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220416T150000
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SUMMARY:Markets on Main
DESCRIPTION:Join us on 3rd Saturdays\, April through August\nMarkets on Main features the Saturday Farmers Market\, Boutique Vendors and Retailers along Main Street\, Artisan Market at the Bay School Community Arts Center\, Live Music and Entertainment at the Farmers Market and on the Sibley’s General Store porch\, and a food truck! \nStay tuned for additional information on featured musicians and vendors! \nEnjoy yourself a full day on Main Street\, and also enjoy the local museums\, Friends of the Library Book Store\, and many wonderful restaurants downtown. \nInterested in Being a Vendor?\nWould you like to be a vendor at this event? We’re seeking vintage\, boutique\, antique\, repurpose\, and retail inspired vendors in the region. Vendors are asked to set up from 10am to 3pm on the day of the event\, and pay a $10 fee. If your items are “made\, baked or grown” please contact the Mathews Farmers Market.  \nTo be a vendor at Markets on Main\, email: Mathewsvisitorcenter@gmail.com for more information.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/markets-on-main-2/
LOCATION:Mathews Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Food & Drink,Live Music,Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220416T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220416T113000
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CREATED:20220314T150041Z
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SUMMARY:Community Easter Egg Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Mathews Community Easter Egg Hunt\nMathews Historic Court Green\nSaturday\, April 16th\, 11am SHARP! Ages 3-10\nRain or shine\, bring a basket\, your family\, and costumes welcome!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/community-easter-egg-hunt-2/
LOCATION:Mathews Historic Courthouse\, 27 Court Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Youth
ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews County Visitor &amp%3B Information Center":MAILTO:mathewsvisitorcenter@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220423T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220423T173000
DTSTAMP:20260419T160402
CREATED:20220207T141659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220207T182933Z
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SUMMARY:Historic Garden Week in Virginia
DESCRIPTION:Nestled along the East River leading to the Mobjack and Chesapeake Bays\, Mathews will be the location for this year’s Historic Garden Tour. Mathews was voted one of the “Coolest Small Towns in America” due to its quaint historic downtown that offers shopping\, dining\, art galleries and charming B&Bs. Reflecting this maritime heritage\, all the homes on tour are situated on the pristine waters of the East River. Visitors will tour four historic properties in close proximity to each other and downtown including an elegant home surrounded by expansive gardens built by a shellfish tycoon and classic 19th Century sea captains homes. Spend the day or the weekend for a taste of authentic coastal living. \nHistoric Garden Week in Virginia\nwww.vagardenweek.org/tours/gloucester/
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/historic-garden-week-in-virginia/
LOCATION:Christ Episcopal Church\, Christ Episcopal Church\, 320 Williams Wharf Rd.\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Historic Garden Week":MAILTO:Gloucester@vagardenweek.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220430T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220430T090000
DTSTAMP:20260419T160402
CREATED:20220118T233904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220323T173758Z
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SUMMARY:Gwynn's Island Race
DESCRIPTION:Register Here\nRACE DETAILS\n\n\n4 mile road run\nStarting and ending at the Gwynn’s Island Civic League\, the route follows quiet backroads around the island\, with a constant view of the water. The race course is 4 miles and the cost is $30. For those looking for a shorter distance\, we will have a Free Fun Run open for everyone (distance just > 1 mile). \n10 mile bicycle ride\nWeaving around the backroads of Gwynn’s Island\, you’ll catch glimpses of the Chesapeake Bay\, Milford Sound\, and the popular campground & RV resort on the island as you complete the course. The route is 10 miles and the cost is $30. \nCombine the run & ride\nFeeling adventurous? Sign up for the combined Run & Ride and make it a duathlon. The 4 mile run and 10 mile ride routes are the same as the individual events described above – you’ll stage your bicycle so that as you complete the run leg\, you can immediately head out onto the bike course. The cost is $50.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/gwynns-island-race/
LOCATION:Gwynn’s Island Civic Center\, 1996 Old Ferry Rd.\, Gwynn\, VA\, 23066\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor,Sports
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Outdoor Club":MAILTO:christine@mocva.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220506T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220506T140000
DTSTAMP:20260419T160402
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220314T201711Z
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SUMMARY:Mathews Maritime Museum Open
DESCRIPTION:Owned and operated by the Mathews Maritime Foundation\, the Mathews Maritime Museum houses artifacts\, documents\, and photographs depicting the history and legacy of Mathews County and the Middle Peninsula of Virginia. This area has a varied\, rich maritime history from colonial times through today\, playing a vital role in all the major events of our country\, the Chesapeake Bay\, and world-wide commerce. \nThe Mathews Maritime Museum will be open Fridays and Saturdays 10 AM to 2 PM\, May through November. Want to tour by appointment? Contact us at info@mathewsmaritime.com. We are located in downtown Mathews\, 482 Main Street. Get directions. \nAlso\, be sure to check out our Saturday boatbuilding workshops at the Gwynn’s Island location. Visit our website for more information!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-maritime-museum-open-3/
LOCATION:Mathews Maritime Museum\, 482 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,History
ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Maritime Foundation":MAILTO:info@mathewsmaritime.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220506T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220506T210000
DTSTAMP:20260419T160402
CREATED:20220314T190336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220314T190336Z
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SUMMARY:Music on Maple Ave.
DESCRIPTION:Music on Maple Ave\nFriday before May Faire\nMay\, 6 – 6pm-9pm\nMitchel Evan’s band “Me and my Muse”\nFood Truck by Gumbeau’s Catering\nFood and wine cash bar\nTickets $25\, 21+ only\n \n 
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/music-on-maple-ave/
LOCATION:Thomas James Store\, 44 Maple Ave\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Live Music,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews County Visitor &amp%3B Information Center":MAILTO:mathewsvisitorcenter@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220507T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220507T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T160402
CREATED:20190226T202943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220329T132501Z
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SUMMARY:May Faire
DESCRIPTION:First Saturday in May\n\n\n \nKick off the Spring season with May Faire\, in Mathews County\, Virginia the first weekend of May every year; join us for a community heritage festival. This year’s festival will be held on Saturday\, May 7th on the Historic Courthouse Green. \n\n\n \nThe 2022 May Faire theme will be Celebrating Mathews Watermen. This year’s theme will be a tribute to those county residents who worked in the past and now work on the water: the oystermen\, fishermen\, crabbers\, clammers and the U.S. Coast Guard. \n\nFood trucks\, Vendors\, Music\, Ceremonies and Performances\nHonoring the Coast Guard at our opening ceremonies.\nHosting “Conversations\,” at the Court House\, with a cross-section of our watermen and women\, sharing their stories and their experiences with us.\nExhibits such as net making and crab pot making\, on the Court Green\nPhotographic Exhibits from Captain Robert Roland Hudgins\, a commercial fisherman and Captain Charles Lee Forrest\, a menhaden fisherman.\nCall for Photos and Stories of Local Watermen
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/may-faire-2/
LOCATION:Mathews Historic Courthouse\, 27 Court Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Food & Drink,Front Page Featured,History,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Museum":MAILTO:mathewsvamuseum@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220507T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220507T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T160402
CREATED:20220323T195138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220323T195138Z
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SUMMARY:Lavender Tea Party
DESCRIPTION:It’s Tea Time and You’re Invited!\nEnjoy a light lunch and our delicious lavender tea on the lawn.. all with with your favorite ladies. Farm tables will be filled with scones\, tea cakes\, sweet potato biscuits\, madeleines and of course lavender tea – perfect for a Mother’s Day outing. \nReserve your table TODAY! \nThis is a lovely event to enjoy with your mom\, grandmother\, aunts\, sisters and friends!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/lavender-tea-party/
LOCATION:Under the Stars Farm\, 11532 Harcum Rd\, Gloucester\, 23061
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Under the Stars Farm":MAILTO:info@underthestarsfarm.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220507T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220507T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T160402
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SUMMARY:Dorothy Fagan Fine Art Studio Tour
DESCRIPTION:Tour Dorothy Fagan’s oil painting\, fiber art studio\, house and garden\n\n2 hour tour includes a look inside the artist’s creative process\, drawing inspiration from her garden by the pond to oil paintings\, home decor\, and fiber art creations. Shop for art scarves\, watercolors\, oils\, fiber art\, books\, gifts.\nFirst Saturday of the month RESERVATIONS REQUIRED book on website at https://www.dorothyfagan.com/visit-studio
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/dorothy-fagan-fine-art-studio-tour/
LOCATION:Dorothy Fagan Fine Arts Studio\, 110 Skipjack Ln\, Cobbs Creek\, VA\, 23035\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Shows,Arts & Cultural
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dorothy Fagan Fine Arts":MAILTO:dorothyfagan@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220511T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220511T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T160402
CREATED:20220323T195905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220323T195905Z
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SUMMARY:U-Pick Lavender Season
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to make your reservations to visit Under the Stars Lavender Farm in Gloucester\, Virginia. A place where you can simply enjoy the fresh air and fragrant blooms.\nCut your own lavender bouquet\, sip on our signature lavender lemonade\, let the kids play in the natural playground\, bring your own picnic and enjoy a relaxing\, rustic farm experience. Stop by the farm store to shop for your favorite handcrafted lavender products.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/u-pick-lavender-season/
LOCATION:Under the Stars Farm\, 11532 Harcum Rd\, Gloucester\, 23061
CATEGORIES:Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Under the Stars Farm":MAILTO:info@underthestarsfarm.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220515T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220515T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T160402
CREATED:20220506T184751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220506T184751Z
UID:13202-1652626800-1652634000@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Clan MacCool - Concerts by the Bay
DESCRIPTION:Clan MacCool\nSunday\, May 15\, 2022 – 3:00pm\nTickets are $25 at the door. Children and Students are free.\nClan MacCool is a highly interactive band that specializes in Irish/Scottish traditional music\, occasional piracy and constant fun! They offer an array of Celtic traditional (and not so traditional) songs\, tunes and reels\, and during Pirate season\, they don their best piratic finery and treat adults and kids alike to a rollicking good time with sea shanties\, sword demos and other interactive fun! Pulling from old Celtic music\, sea chantys and their own music over the course of nearly two decades\, Clan MacCool continues to entertain\, educate and enthrall! Whether Celtic or Maritime music is your fancy\, look to Clan MacCool for music\, merriment and a bit of mayhem!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/clan-maccool-concerts-by-the-bay/
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;VALUE=DATE:20220521
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220524
DTSTAMP:20260419T160402
CREATED:20190226T203239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220314T204722Z
UID:8040-1653091200-1653350399@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Tour De Chesapeake Biking Event
DESCRIPTION:May 21st Weekend\n\n\n\nregister now!\n\n\n\nRegistration is now open! This year will feature 3 routes with 80 miles of country roads with views of farmland\, mash\, waterfront and beaches. Register in advance\, walkups will not be available this year. \nVisit tourdechesapeake.org for more information about this fun-filled Virginia Cycling Event!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/tour-de-chesapeake-biking-event/
LOCATION:Williams Wharf Landing\, 1039 Williams Wharf Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Outdoor,Sports
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Land Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mathewslandconservancy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220521T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220521T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T160402
CREATED:20220131T154548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220131T154548Z
UID:12546-1653120000-1653152400@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Kickball Tournament
DESCRIPTION:It’s so easy to join in the fun. Pick a Captain\, add 9 others to make a 10-person team\, and get ready to compete for a trophy – and bragging rights. Each player receives a team shirt included with registration – show up on May 21 & get ready to PLAY BALL. Teams must register by April 20; team rosters will be due on May 1. Registration information is online at mocva.net/kickball.\n\n\n\nWho can play. The Kickball Tournament is open to all skill levels\, age 14 & older. Team Captains will complete a roster of their players\, which will include a signed waiver for each participant (or parent for players ages 14-17). You do not need to be a resident of Mathews County to participate in this tournament. \n\n\nPre-Tournament Meeting. Each team captain or designated representative needs to attend a meeting a few weeks before the event. The event organizer will review schedule and rules with captains/ reps and collect team rosters. Also during this meeting\, Team Captains will select colors & sizes for their team member shirts.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/kickball-tournament/
LOCATION:Port Fun Park\, 9763 Buckley Hall Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor,Sports
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Outdoor Club":MAILTO:christine@mocva.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220521T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220521T210000
DTSTAMP:20260419T160402
CREATED:20200217T160938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220314T205407Z
UID:9351-1653152400-1653166800@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Party at the Wharf
DESCRIPTION:Party at the Wharf\nSaturday\, May 21st\nA free community event on Tour de Chesapeake Weekend!\nMusic by 7th Street Band at the Beautiful William’s Wharf.\nBring cash for beer and wine bar and food truck! \n 
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/party-at-the-wharf-8/
LOCATION:Williams Wharf\, 1039 Williams Wharf Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Front Page Featured,Live Music,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Land Conservancy":MAILTO:info@mathewslandconservancy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220604T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220604T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T160402
CREATED:20220426T160557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220526T144119Z
UID:13182-1654329600-1654354800@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Mathews Countywide Yard Sale
DESCRIPTION:Saturday June 4th\, 2022\n8 am-3 pm\, Rain or Shine!\nVarious locations throughout Mathews County. Nothing will stop the treasure shopping! \nFree Admission to Buyers! \n8 locations around Mathews this year. \nMAP Map will be available to pick up at MCVIC (239 Main Street) and also will be printed in the Gloucester-Mathews Gazette Journal the week of the event. \nDownload and print map by clicking here: Yard Sale 2022
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-countywide-yard-sale/
LOCATION:Mathews Visitor Center\, 239 Main Street\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220604T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220604T193000
DTSTAMP:20260419T160402
CREATED:20220506T161235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220506T161235Z
UID:13193-1654358400-1654371000@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Party with a Purpose featuring Good Shot Judy
DESCRIPTION:Party with a Purpose\nThe Mathews Rotary Club warmly welcomes you to its 1st annual Party with a Purpose!\n\nJoin them for live music on the East River in Mathews\, Virginia. This event features your favorite Tidewater swing band\, Good Shot Judy\, food trucks\, beer and wine truck\, and dancing at Williams Wharf Landing.\n\nPARTY:\n\nFood Trucks: Gumbeau’s Catering will be preparing delicious cajun cuisine and homemade brats!  On the Flip Side will be offering their famous American-Asian cuisine from lumpia\, hibachi rice\, to sushi and more! Dessert will be available to purchase from Doodle’s Donuts and Cafe and Short Lane Ice Cream Co!\n\nBeer & Wine Truck (cash bar) will also be present! Bring your own chair!\n\n PURCHASED ONLINE HERE!  Tickets are $30\, which includes one complimentary beverage. Tickets are only available online and will NOT be available at the door. Limited tickets available!\n\nPURPOSE:\nThis year’s purpose includes a project to rebuild the New Point Comfort Lighthouse Observation Deck – the only public access area in Mathews for residents and visitors to enjoy views of the Natural Area Preserve and New Point Comfort Lighthouse beacon. By attending this party\, you will help the Mathews Rotary Club’s goal to ensure this landing can be restored and enjoyed by the community and its visitors for many years to come!
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/party-with-a-purpose-featuring-good-shot-judy/
LOCATION:Williams Wharf Landing\, 1039 Williams Wharf Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Live Music,Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220605T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220605T110000
DTSTAMP:20260419T160402
CREATED:20220118T233520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220118T233520Z
UID:12509-1654416000-1654426800@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Mathews Micro Triathlon Series (MMTS)
DESCRIPTION:We’ve created a SERIES of our very popular Micro-Triathlon events at Williams Wharf in Mathews County\, Virginia. This series kicked off in 2018 and is back for another season. MMTS #3 event on July 30 has options for Micro Triathlon OR Sprint Triathlon.\n\nWhat’s a Micro-Triathlon? The micro triathlon contains the same components of a “regular” triathlon: swim-bike-run\, with much shorter distances for each of those 3 legs. The open water swim is 0.2 miles\, the bike leg is 8 miles and the run portion is 2 miles.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/mathews-micro-triathlon-series-mmts/
LOCATION:Williams Wharf\, 1039 Williams Wharf Road\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor,Sports
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews Outdoor Club":MAILTO:christine@mocva.net
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220625T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220625T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T160402
CREATED:20190226T203915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220526T160126Z
UID:8045-1656147600-1656172800@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Gwynn's Island Festival
DESCRIPTION:Gwynn’s Island Festival\nSaturday\, June 25th\n  \nLast Saturday in June\, 9am to 4pm. \n  \nFestival has a variety of handmade crafts and local vendors. Festival will also feature live music\, Lord Dunmore skits\, food vendors\, and a kids zone!\n  \nThe event is located at the Gwynn’s Island Civic Center\, 1996 Old Ferry Rd.\, Gwynn\, VA 23066\n\n\n \n 
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/71st-annual-gwynns-island-festival/
LOCATION:Gwynn’s Island Festival\, 1996 Old Ferry Road\, Gwynn\, VA\, 23066\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Cultural,Community Events,Food & Drink
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220702T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220702T180000
DTSTAMP:20260419T160402
CREATED:20220623T153632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220623T153632Z
UID:13360-1656766800-1656784800@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Learn to Farm Day!
DESCRIPTION:Learn to Farm Day!\nA day of Farm Skill Classes offered by various\, amazing speakers! See our website\, www.cajfarm.com the Events & Music Page\, for full details and the ticket link to get your tickets now for this wonderful Farm Experience
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/learn-to-farm-day/
LOCATION:C.A. & J Farms\, 5620 East River Rd.\, Foster\, VA\, 23056\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Outdoor
ORGANIZER;CN="C.A. & J Farm":MAILTO:cajfarm@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220704T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220704T220000
DTSTAMP:20260419T160402
CREATED:20220623T133018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220623T133018Z
UID:13348-1656957600-1656972000@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:July 4th Fireworks Show
DESCRIPTION:Location\, Date\, & Time\nThe annual Mathews 4th of July Fireworks Celebration will take place at Mathews High School on July 4th with a rain date of July 5th. Fireworks will begin around 9 p.m.. \nEntertainment & Refreshments\nStarting around 6:00 p.m.\, there will be entertainment and concessions available for purchase. Come early for some food\, fun\, and music; then at dusk help celebrate our notions birth with fireworks. \nParking\nParking is available at Mathews High School. A shuttle bus will be running from Thomas Hunter Middle School from 6:00 p.m. until 8:15 p.m\, returning visitors after the fireworks conclude.
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/july-4th-fireworks-show-3/
LOCATION:Mathews High School\, 9889 Buckley Hall Rd\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Outdoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220708T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220708T213000
DTSTAMP:20260419T160402
CREATED:20220623T132621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220623T132621Z
UID:13346-1657303200-1657315800@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Music on Maple Ave.
DESCRIPTION:Featuring RapJack Band of Williamsburg!\nFriday\, July 8th\, 6pm to 9:30pm\nThomas James Store\, 44 Maple Ave\, Mathews \n \nJoin us for a concert under the stars in downtown Mathews. This intimate concert series features live music\, a cash bar featuring brews from Gloucester Brewing Company\, and a food truck by Gumbeau’s Catering. \nTickets are $25 per person which includes one complimentary beverage. \nProceeds from this event benefit MCVIC and the Mathews County Historical Society. \nThank you Sponsors!\nRon A. Beckstoffer GC\, LLC\nHudgins Design Collaborative\nHunt Thompson\nbobbi and Paul Hatton\nReed Lawson\nPeary Road Food Company\nThe Inn at Tabbs Creek\nMathews Outdoor Club
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/music-on-maple-ave-2/
LOCATION:Thomas James Store\, 44 Maple Ave\, Mathews\, VA\, 23109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Live Music,Outdoor
ORGANIZER;CN="Mathews County Visitor &amp%3B Information Center":MAILTO:mathewsvisitorcenter@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220722T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220722T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T160402
CREATED:20220623T140003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220623T140003Z
UID:13351-1658512800-1658520000@visitmathews.com
SUMMARY:Drum Circle at CA & J Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Farm’s Fire for some Family Community Drum Fun! Healthy refreshments\, the Yellow Barn Store & meditation areas will be open. The donation bucket will be out….$10 asked per Adult\, Kids under 12 FREE! bring your ukes & guitars\, poetry\, songs & spoken word to share….let’s create music & peace together!\nDrums furnished\, no experience needed. \nCA & J Farm – Educational\, Herb\, Egg & Music Farm
URL:https://visitmathews.com/event/drum-circle-at-ca-j-farm/
LOCATION:C.A. & J Farms\, 5620 East River Rd.\, Foster\, VA\, 23056\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music,Outdoor
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ORGANIZER;CN="C.A. & J Farm":MAILTO:cajfarm@gmail.com
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