Events And Activities
4-H Program at the Library-Marvelous Marshmallows February 28 4:30 pm
All K-5th grade youth are welcome to join in on this fun learning experience! Youth do NOT need to be 4-H members to participate. Learn about Iowa’s connection to a famous treat, conduct investigations, and launch marshmallows at a target to learn more about STEM processing skills. Follow along as we read A Camping Spree with Mr. Magee by Chris V
Mini Golf at the Public Library February 25 9:00 a.m.
Too cold to play mini golf outside? Let’s play mini golf inside at the library! Have fun with friends or family playing 9 holes throughout the library. Click on the website (Signup Genius) to select your time slot to play!Location: Vinton Public LibraryEvent for: Preschool and upCost: Free
4-H Program at the Library-Gifts from the Heart February 14, 4:30 p.m.
All K-5th grade youth are welcome to join in on this fun learning experience! Youth do NOT need to be 4-H members to participate. Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a fun educational program! We will start our time with a group read-aloud of Thank you, Omu! by Oge Mora and then will explore gratitude and how to show those around us that we care.Locat
Vinton Public Library hosts Community Book Club 3/4/23 9:00 a.m.
The Vinton Public Library will be hosting a community book club discussing the book, "Four Winds" by Kristin Hannah. The event will be held on Saturday, March 4th beginning at 9:00 a.m.The library is located at 510 2nd Ave., Vinton. Cedar-Mt. Auburn Community Club to hold Pasta and Salad Bar fundraiser Feb. 11
On Saturday, February 11 from 4:30-7:30 p.m the new Cedar-Mt. Auburn Community Club is hosting a pasta and salad bar fundraiser. The event will be held at the Mt. Auburn Legion Hall. Bring a freewill donation and enjoy supper with friends and family!The club is working on obtaining the Legion building by creating a non-profit organization (501(3)c). Vinton American Legion Post #57 to hold Tenderloin Dinner February 10
The Vinton American Legion George G Luckey Post 57 will be holding a Tenderloin Dinner on February 10, from 5-7 p.m.The menu will consist of a Tenderloin, French Fries, Cole Slaw and a Dessert. $15.00.The Post is located at 105 North R Ave., Vinton.
Shellsburg Lions to hold Bingo at the Legion Saturday, February 4
The Shellsburg Lions will hold Bingo at the Shellsburg Legion on Saturday, February 4. This is a make up game from the January 28th weather postponement. The Legion will provide food. The Blackout is guaranteed to be $50. Come have some fun, win a bingo and celebrate other activities. For questions call 319-389-2682. Dan Boddicker Cancer Benefit Saturday 10:00 a.m.
A fundraiser will be held to help Dan and Deb Boddicker on Saturday, February 4 at Mickey's Barr. Dan is battling cancer and other health issues that it has caused. There will be:1. Meal-free will donationPulled Pork Sandwiches, cheesy potatoes, mac and cheese and more. Served until gone2. Pool tournament3. Raffle tickets sold for many donated things/ Baskets given to Help Dan and Deb fight this fight.
Chili Cook Off Sunday, February 5 in Shellsburg
Fire up your tastebuds and bring your friends!The American Legion Riders Shellsburg Chapter 166 will hold a fundraiser to support the Benton County Freedom Rock Fund. A Chili Cook Off will be held on Sunday, February 5, at the Pearl St. Social Club in Shellsburg. 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Entries arrive and register12-2:30 p.m. sampling, tasting and voting2:30 p.
Daddy Daughter Date Night February 25, 4:00 p.m.
The Daddy Daughter Date Night will be on February 25, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. at the Vinton Skate & Activity Center. Cost: $30/coupleTo register, click HERE!Fathers and daughters, grandfathers and granddaughters, uncles and nieces are invited to enjoy an evening of fun, dancing, games, and free ice cream sundae bar! Every girl will receive a flower and a photo op with their father.