Events And Activities

Join us as Judy Herring teaches us how to repurpose plastic bags by making PLARN (plastic yarn). Plarn can then be used to make multi-purpose mats. All materials provided. This is a great way to keep plastic bags out of landfills!When?Saturday, Jul 19, 2025, 09:00 AM

Mark your calendars! The Dysart Chamber of Commerce is excited to host the 23rd Annual Dysart Car, Truck & Bike Show on Friday, July 18, 2025 in downtown Dysart. This beloved summer tradition brings together auto enthusiasts, families, and visitors for an evening of classic vehicles, community spirit, and family fun.Event Highlights:Show Registration: 4pmEntry Fee: $20/vehicle + 2 FREE meal ticketsSpectator Admission: FreeMain Street will be packed with classic cars, muscle machines, custom trucks, and motorcycles from across the region.

Join us for our monthly Community Book Club for adults. This month we'll be discussing 'Love & Saffron' by Kim Fay. We have a limited number of copies of this month’s selection at the library available for checkout.When?Saturday, Jul 12, 2025, 09:15 AM

We're opening our BARN—and our HEARTS—to help one of our own. A Barn Dance Benefit will be held for Mitch Kacena on Saturday, July 26th. Doors will be open at 6:00 p.m.On June 1st, our son, Mitch Kacena was involved in a terrible accident while helping a friend take down an old radio tower. The tower unexpectedly collapsed with Mitch harnessed to the top, causing him to fall 56 feet!Miraculously, he survived by landing on his feet and rolling to lessen the impact.

Join us for a night of crafting at the Vinton Public Library! Participants will make their personal felt bookmark, similar to the ones pictured. The class will be led by Judy Herring, and all materials will be provided. This event is for adults 21 and over. Space is limited, so email khenkle@vintonia.gov to reserve your spot today!When?Tuesday, J

You’re the scientist! Come discover local natural phenomenons! Every Monday at the Nature Center from 12:00-4:00 now through July, kids can study a phenomenon to try and help figure out why, how, and when the event takes place. Using their scientific minds to help them come to a conclusion based on the clues available. Once they have made all their observations, they can write down their hypothesis as to why they think the phenomenon happens.

The Summer Guided Journaling for adults is a great time to bring your own journal and join us for an hour of writing. The Library Director provides writing prompts. This is a great opportunity to begin or expand your personal journaling practice.When?Thursday, Jul 3, 2025, 09:30 AMWhere?Vinton Iowa Public Library, 510 2nd Avenue, Vinton, IA, USA

Hey kids! Level up your crafting skills! Stop by the Vinton Public Library any time between 12-4:00 p.m. and make a craft!Tuesday, July 8th: Perler BeadsTuesday, July 15th: Design Your Own GameTuesday, July 22nd: Foil ArtTuesday, July 29th: Suncatcher

Fairgoers can put their Iowa weed knowledge to the test, win a ribbon and prizesThe annual Iowa State Fair Weed Identification Contest will return on Friday, Aug. 8, from 9 to 11:30 a.m. in front of the John Deere Agriculture Building. This contest is supported by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach and the ISU Department of Agronomy.Participants of all ages can test their knowledge of common Iowa weeds by attempting to identify real weed samples, potted on a tabletop display.