Events And Activities
BENTON COUNTY - August 7th, 2023 5:10 pm
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There will be an open house at the social services building in Benton County located at 811 D Ave. in Vinton. The event will take place on Tuesday, August 8, from 11 AM until 5:00 PM.Agency information will be provided by the following:Benton County SheriffSuicide CoalitionDepartment of Health and Human ServicesISU extension Above the influenceC. I.
BENTON COUNTY EXTENSION - August 7th, 2023 4:29 pm
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Planning to preserve your garden harvest? It's important to check your pressure canner gauge each year to ensure accuracy. Every pound of pressure is important in reaching the temperature needed inside the canner for producing safe food.Benton County ISU Extension and Outreach offers a FREE service to test your pressure canner and ensure it’s working properly.
CENTER POINT HISTORICAL SOCIETY - August 7th, 2023 4:29 pm
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“Rail Tales: Trains and Interurbans in Iowa” – Sunday, Aug. 13, 2 p.m. at Center Point Historical Society Depot Museum, 700 E. Washington St. Free talk by Marion historian David Wendell, celebrating Iowa’s 170- year railroad history. Extensive model train display and historic railroad art and photos. Part of the Historical Society’s “Planes, Trains and Automobiles” 2023 displays.
VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY - August 7th, 2023 6:58 am
VINTON TODAY - August 1st, 2023 12:53 pm
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Mark your calendars for Saturday, August 19, 2023, for our annual benefit ride to support our local Vinton Shellsburg United Special Olympics Team!All PROCEEDS REMAIN WITH OUR LOCAL VSU TEAM!!!If you don't have a motorcycle, no problem! All vehicles are welcome, get those Hot Rods out and join usRain or Shine this ride goes on!$15 per person or $25 per coupleRegistration is at 10 am-11 am at Ron-Da-voo Deli and Lounge, 414 1st Ave Vinton IA*Kick Stands up at 11 amThe 135 mile Route includes the following stops:Ron-Da-Voo (Vinton) Keystone Turner Hall (Keystone) Wild Hogs Saloon and Eatery (lunch stop Walford)Rubies Bar (Center Point) Phats Pub and Grub (Brandon) Pearl Street Social Club (Shellsburg) Hitchen Post (Garrison) Final stop, Vinton American Legion (105 North R Ave Vinton) 5:30 pm.
VINTON TODAY - July 31st, 2023 12:20 pm
There will be an Estate Sale at 805 West 17th St. in Vinton on Thursday, August 3 from 4 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Friday, August 4th, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday, August 5 from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.There will be tools, quilts, antiques, vintage toys, furniture, kid's stuff, household items, holiday decor, and so much more!
VALERIE CLOSE, EDITOR - July 31st, 2023 11:45 am
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The National Night Out is an event for citizens to meet those that work in the community and share a time of fun together. This free event will take place Tuesday, August 1st from 5-7 p.m. at the Van Horne City Park unless it rains, and in that case it will move to the Community Center. Stop by to visit with several area organizations which include the Area Substance Abuse Council, the Benton County K9 Unit from the Sheriff's Department, Vinton and Belle Plaine Police Departments, Above the Influence and the newly formed Benton County Suicide Prevention Coalition.
CENTER POINT HISTORICAL SOCIETY - July 31st, 2023 9:46 am
The Center Point Historical Society will host "Swing and Sway: 170 Years of Railroading in Iowa” on Sunday, August 13, at 2:00 p.m. at the Center Point Historical Society Depot Museum, 700 E. Washington St.This free talk will be presented by Marion historian David Wendell. Those in attendance will see model trains and historic railroad photos. The program is part of the Historical Society’s “Planes, Trains and Automobiles” 2023 displays.
VINTON TODAY - July 28th, 2023 10:36 am
La Porte City Fire Rescue members are hosting a golf tournament, dinner, and silent & live auction on July 29th, 2023. Proceeds will be going towards a new fire station in the near future! Golf tournament start time 9:00amDinner 5:00pmLive auction 7:00pmCan’t make it and still wish to donate an auction item or monetary donation? Reach out to a
VINTON TODAY - July 28th, 2023 9:20 am
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The Cedar-Mt. Auburn Fire Department presents "Grillin' on the Mountain." Bring the kids out for burgers or hot dogs and all the fixings, french fries, potato salad, chips, beverages, baked beans and homemade cookies!Friday, July 28, 5-7:30 p.m.at the Mt. Auburn Fire Station.Freewill offering at the door. Proceeds go to help fund needed safety equipment.