Get Ready for the Festival of Trees 2025

WALLACE AND BEVERLY WINKIE FOUNDATION
November 11, 2025 8:20 pm

The Festival of Trees & Bake Sale in Belle Plaine will showcase the artistic talents of area businesses, organizations, and families through trees they decorate for this holiday event.

Downtown Vinton Holiday Open House, Sunday, November 23, 12–4 PM

VINTON UNLIMITED
November 11, 2025 8:20 pm

Once upon a time… in a small town called Vinton, the streets began to twinkle, and the scent of fresh cider filled the air. Shop windows glowed with holiday magic, and laughter drifted from door to door.

Honoring Our Veteran this Sunday

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
November 7, 2025 11:31 am

This Sunday. join us at First Baptist Church as we honor our Veterans.  Join us for a morning of worship, fellowship, and biblical truth as we honor those who have served our country.

Livestream of The DeWolf Innovation Center's 4th Annual Forum Nov. 19

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
November 6, 2025 12:44 pm

Join us at the Vinton Public Library for a special Livestream presentation of The DeWolf Innovation Center's 4th Annual Forum on Wednesday, November 19th, 2025, from 9am to 4pm.

DIY Children's Reading Pillows with Linda Nudd November 15

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
November 5, 2025 2:58 pm

Join us for a creative morning with Linda Nudd as we learn how to sew children's reading pillows. All materials are provided; completed pillows will be used by the Vinton Public Library to benefit local children.

Dysart Holiday Bazaar Returns with Local Shopping and Festive Cheer

DYSART CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
November 4, 2025 1:21 pm

The Dysart Chamber of Commerce invites everyone to celebrate the season at the 54th annual Dysart Holiday Bazaar on Saturday, November 8, from 9 a.

The Shellsburg Legion Saturday Breakfast 8-10 a.m.

SHELLSBURG TODAY
November 4, 2025 12:28 pm

The Shellsburg American Legion Saturday morning breakfast is held each Saturday. The hours are 8 - 10 am. Click here to download the breakfast menu (PDF).

RESCHEDULED Author Event with Judith Yates

SHELLSBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY
November 3, 2025 3:26 pm

RESCHEDULEDJoin Us for a Powerful Author Event with Author Judith Yates Live on Zoom on Wednesday, November 5th from 5:30 — 6:15 PM, hosted by Shellsburg Public Library.

IDVA to Host Veterans Day Ceremonies at Iowa Veterans Cemetery and Home

IOWA DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
November 3, 2025 12:18 pm

Iowa Department of Veterans Affairs (IDVA) will host Veterans Day Ceremonies this year Nov. 11th, at  Iowa Veterans Cemetery  near Van Meter at 8 a.m.

Adventures in Bookclubbing - 'Fall' Theme - Nov. 20

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
October 31, 2025 2:06 pm

Join us for our monthly book club where you pick the book! This month our theme is 'Fall' - half the fun is searching for your book!Thursday, Nov 20,