Kirkwood's Benton County Leadership Council to Meet Oct. 13

KIRKWOOD COMMUNITY COLLEGE
October 6, 2025 2:29 pm

Meeting will feature information on college's Agricultural Sciences programs Kirkwood Community College will host the next meeting of its Benton County Leadership Council on Monday, Oct.

Ghouls Night Out, October 16, 3-7 p.m.

VINTON UNLIMITED
October 6, 2025 2:29 pm

Ghouls Night Out, October 16, from 3-7:00 p.m.! Check out a few of the specials you'll find that night! Glow Up Boutique - Hidden ghosts with specials

Virginia Gay Nursing and Rehab Trunk or Treating hours

VIRGINIA GAY HOSPITAL
October 3, 2025 5:48 pm

Virginia Gay Nursing and Rehab will hold their Trunk or Treat on Thursday, October 30, 2025 from 5-7:00 p.m.Join us inside Nursing and Rehab for Halloween Candy & Fun with our staff and residents.

Iowa's Past & Future: Prairie Chickens & Sandhill Cranes November 20th, 6pm

BENTON COUNTY CONSERVATION
October 3, 2025 5:32 pm

Iowa's Past & Future: Prairie Chickens & Sandhill Cranes will be presented on November 20th, at 6 pm at the Vinton Public Library (510 2nd Avenue, Vinton, IA 52349)Join us for an educational program exploring the rise and fall of two of Iowa’s most captivating bird species: the greater prairie chicken and the sandhill crane.

Beef and Pork Dinner Sunday, October 19

VINTON TODAY
October 3, 2025 11:17 am

Immaculate Conception Church in Van Horne will hold a Beef and Pork Dinner on Sunday, October 19 from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.On the menu:BeefBBQ BeefPorkBBQ PorkBaked PotatoGreen BeansCornSaladsDessertsTickets:Adults $15Children 5-12 $84 and under FREEDine in or carry out.

Moving Sale

VINTON TODAY
October 3, 2025 11:15 am

There will be a Moving sale at 805 W. 17th St., Vinton:Friday, October 3, 9 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Saturday, October 4, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.Household, holiday items, antiques, furniture, men's clothing, everything but the kitchen sink.

Tracks & Scat November 20, 10am at Rodgers Park

BENTON COUNTY CONSERVATION
October 2, 2025 12:06 pm

Learn about Tracks & Scat on November 20, at 10 am at Rodgers Park in the Enclosed Shelter. This event is geared for PreK - 12th Grade.Get ready to step into the shoes of a wildlife detective! In this fun and educational outdoor program, participants will learn how to identify animal tracks and scat (droppings) to uncover what animals live in the area, what they eat, and how they behave.

Darkness Hike November 18th, 6 pm

BENTON COUNTY CONSERVATION
October 1, 2025 4:29 pm

There will be a Darkness Hike on November 18th, 6 pm at the Benton County Nature Center.Under the cover of darkness, see nature in a new light! This will be a dark hike, lit only by the moon and stars! This program will require quiet participation for ample wildlife encounters.

Iowa's Threatened & Endangered Painting Class - Blue Spotted Salamander Nov. 1

BENTON COUNTY CONSERVATION
September 30, 2025 11:49 am

The painting class, "Iowa’s Threatened & Endangered - Blue Spotted Salamander" will be held on November 1st, at 10 am at Benton County Nature Center.

Join the Vinton Police Department at the Pizza Ranch, Oct. 6

VINTON PEACE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION
September 30, 2025 11:48 am

Join us at Pizza Ranch on Monday, October 6, 2025, The event will be from 4:30-8:00 p.m. for a fun night supporting the Vinton Peace Officers Association! Officers will be helping clear tables, and maybe even refill your pop (don’t worry, we’ve been practicing).