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Events And Activities
Forgotten Communities of Benton County - April 29
A presentation entitled, "Forgotten Communities of
Benton County" will be shared with the community by Iowa’s leading ghost town researcher Dave Baker from, "The 29th State." Join us on
this fascinating journey through the past of Benton County. Come learn about
the places which have disappeared from our map during this fun and
interactive program.
Center Point Historical Society May Activities
May is a happening month, in Nature and at the Center Point Historical Society Depot Museum:Sunday, May 5. 2 p.m. - There will be a talk on “ Trees and Tree Planting” by Linn County Park Ranger, Shaun Reilly.Sunday, May 12. 2 p.m. – A presentation will be given concerning this year’s periodic cicada big buzz by Chuck Ungs of the Wickiup Hill Learning Center.
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2024 BENTON COUNTY RELAY FOR LIFE—SAVE THE DATE
Sunday, June 2nd, 2024—SAVE THE DATE!! That is the date for the Benton Conty Relay For Life beginning at 6:00 PM at the Benton Community MS/HS track in Van Horne. Everyone of us has been touched by cancer in some way. Friends, relatives, caregivers, survivors – we all use our special passion to help the American Cancer Society save lives, celebrate lives, and lead the fight for a world without cancer.
Thank You, Volunteers!
It's National Volunteer Week this week, April 21 - 27. On April 26 and 27 you are welcome to stop at any of the following Benton County Libraries!Benton County Libraries and Benton County Volunteer Center have teamed up to celebrate volunteers. On Friday, April 26, no matter who you volunteer for, stop by one of the host libraries for a cup of coffee (or water) and a cookie. Vinton-Shellsburg Retirees and Award Winners to be honored at Open House
Vinton-Shellsburg Retirees and Award Winners will be honored at a public open-house reception on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, from 4:00 to 5:30 p.m. at the Vinton Skate Center. There will be a brief program at 4:30. 2024 RetireesKris Howes-Vonstein 35 yearsSandy Hamilton 28 yearsBrenda Barkdoll 25 yearsJulie Evans 18 years 2024 Award WinnersTeachers of
Wesley United Methodist Church Food Pantry this Saturday, 9-10:30
The Wesley United Methodist Church Food Pantry will be held this week, on Saturday, April 20th from 9-10:30 a.m. The church is located at 516 2nd Ave. in Vinton, right next to the library!Bring your bags and boxes to carry home all of the goodies!If you are interested in finding out more about our pantry let us know! It takes many people to make this mission work.
Memorial Day Service - Bear Creek Church
Bear Creek Cemetery will hold its Annual Memorial Day Service at 9:00 a.m. on Memorial Day. Breakfast will be served from 7:30 am-10:30 am at the church for a free will donation. The church and cemetery are located at 5177 26th Ave., Brandon, on V71, or the Brandon blacktop for the locals. Come on out and enjoy the fellowship of friends and neighbors.
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DIY Pinecone Birdfeeder event at the Library Friday, April 19, 2:00 p.m.
A do-it-yourself Pinecone Birdfeeder activity will be held at the Vinton Public Library on Friday, April 19 at 2:00 p.m. This FREE event is for K-5th Grade. The Library is located at 510 2nd Ave., in Vinton. It’s a Heatwave!
Gardening in Heat and Drought program will be presented by the Black Hawk County Master Gardeners on Wednesday, April 17, at 6 PM at Hawkins Memorial Library in La Porte City. Don’t miss this informative presentation with a lot of helpful tips and suggestions, and be prepared for the possibility of another a dry summer!In addition to this free educational program, the Master Gardeners will also have flower and vegetable seeds available to get you started for this growing season.
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