Red Barn Party on Friday, June 26th from 5–7pm

ISU EXTENSION AND OUTREACH BENTON COUNTY
June 9, 2026 5:21 pm

Come hang out with us at the Red Barn Party on Friday, June 26th from 5–7pm at the Benton County Fairgrounds Red Barn! This event is free and open to the public, and all proceeds go directly back to supporting Benton County 4-H programs and opportunities for local kids.

Benton County Fair June 24-27 2026

VINTON TODAY
June 8, 2026 1:56 pm

It's almost time for the annual Benton County Fair! Clear the calendar and plan your day from the events listed below!See the Benton County Fair Book

Shellsburg American Legion Riders Bingo Fundraiser Saturday, June 13 5:00 p.m.

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
June 8, 2026 12:59 pm

Join the Shelleburg American Legion Riders for Bingo Night on Saturday, June 13 at 5:00 p.m. for a fun night of Bingo while raising funds for the Veteran & Children's Foundation.

Join the American Legion Post 57 on Sunday, June 14

VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR
June 8, 2026 12:55 pm

The American Legion Post 57 in Vinton will host a Summer Festival on Sunday, June 14,  Flag Day. The fun will begin at 11:30 a.m. with a free lunch of walking tacos (beef and vegetarian), serving until 2:30 p.

VPL Book Swap: June 8th through June 13th, 2026

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
June 8, 2026 12:05 am

VPL Book Swap: June 8th through June 13th, 2026Have a really good book that you’d like to share? Join us for our VPL Book Swap the week of June 8th!*Bring a book*Take a bookIt’s that simple! Any books left at the end of the week will be added to our VPL Book Sale.

The Spirit of '76, Voices of the Revolution at the Vinton Depot, Tuesday, June 9

BENTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
June 5, 2026 9:13 pm

Join us at the Depot to hear the words and experiences of five who lived through the Revolution. You'll hear about the experiences of Abraham Clark, John Hart, Abigail Adams, Thomas Paine, and Jeffrey Brace.

Veteran's Benefit Ride - Saturday, 10:30 a.m.

SHELLSBURG AMERICAN LEGION
June 4, 2026 7:17 pm

Registration 8:30-10 a.m.Cost $10/personKickstands up @ 10:30 a.m.Stops include: Solon - American LegionOxford - American Legion-lunchBelle Plaine - El Catrin Mexican RestaurantShellsburg- Pearl St.

Community VBS invites children to Rainforest Falls: Exploring the Nature of God

VINTON TODAY
June 4, 2026 7:11 pm

Rainforest Falls will be hosted at Wesley United Methodist Church, 516 2nd Avenue, Vinton, in partnership with Bethlehem Lutheran Church and Vinton Presbyterian Church Sunday, July 12 to Wednesday, July 15.

Special Children's Guest: Toby Kid June 10

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
June 4, 2026 11:51 am

Wednesday June 10, 2026 at 10:00 a.m."Join Professor Montague Tobias Wobblebottom IV in a fantastical romp through time where laughter and learning go hand in hand.

Garage Sale this Friday and Saturday

VINTON TODAY
June 3, 2026 10:01 pm

Multi-family garage sale at 126 Scenic Dr. this Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, and Saturday from 8 AM until noon.See photos for more details and items availabl