Events And Activities
BENTON CO. SAFETY DAY CAMP TO TEACH FARM SAFETY TO 3RD - 6TH GRADE SEPTEMBER 25
Preventing injuries in youth is the aim of the annual Progressive Agriculture Safety Day Camp in Benton County. This free event will feature 10 safety stations. All 3rd through 6th graders in Benton and Linn County are invited to attend Saturday, September 25, 2021 at the Benton County Fairgrounds from 8:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Pre-registration is required by Tuesday, September 21, 2021.
PEO Chapter MZ will meet on Monday, September 13
PEO Chapter MZ will meet on Monday, September 13 at 1:30 at the Bethlehem Lutheran Church with Donna Sutton as hostess assisted by Karen Schlue.
Fish Fry this Friday September 10
This Friday, September 10, the Vinton American Legion will hold a fish fry dinner at the American George G. Luckey Post in Vinton. The cost of the meal is $10 dine in or take out.Meal includes: Fish Fillet, Baked Potato, Coleslaw, Baked Beans and a DessertAdults: $10.00Children 5 to 12: $5.00Children under 5: FreeAll you can eat, while supplies last.
2021 Nathan's Miles Glow Fun Run October 16
We are proud to announce the Kickoff Event of the new VPRD Fall Festival on Saturday, October 16th....Nathan's Miles Glow Fun Run 5K!!! This is a great, affordable family event. Come out and run the first 5K to be held on Nathan's Miles. There will be a Kids Glow Run at 6:30 pm, and then the 5K begins at 7:30 pm. You can register for the event at the link below.
CP Historical Society Cemetery Walk September 19
On Sunday, September 19, the Center Point Historical Society will host its Annual Cemetery Walk, at the Center Point Cemetery, beginning at 4:00 p.m. Admission for the event is $5. In case of rain, the event will be held on Sunday, October 3, at 4:00 p.m.
Vinton Guild of Fine Arts hosts Workshop for Artists and Community Planners
The Vinton Guild of Fine Arts will be hosting a workshop for artists and community planners about mural painting. It will be an all-day workshop (10 am - 3 pm) on Saturday, Sept. 25th, at Pourville (location dependent on numbers and COVID). The workshop will provide tips and techniques for creating large exterior murals and for planning, budgeting, and funding them, including preparation and materials.
Reunion to be held for Founders and Alum of the Old Creamery Theatre Company
Come celebrate, in Garrison, Iowa, the founding of The Old Creamery Theatre Company 50 years ago. Sponsored by those founding members who are still alive and kicking. The celebration is open to anyone who worked at, attended, or contributed to the success of The Creamery since 1971, including former company members, board members, attendees, and volunteers.
Vinton Lions Club to hold the last Tenderloin Tuesday of the Season

Bring the Noise 5K this Saturday morning, August 28

Boomtown Volunteers Needed
