Events And Activities
Vinton Kiwanis Club to resume meetings
The Kiwanis Club of VInton will resume our regular meetings starting on Tuesday, October 6 at noon. The next meeting will be held at the VInton Country Club. Anyone interested in joining can contact Tom Husnik at 319 350 2519.
Brandon Fire Department Cancels Annual Fundraiser
The Brandon Fire Department announced that they will be canceling the department's annual auction. Citing the safety of the community the department said that they will resume the fundraising event next year. The auction event is held annually to support the department. If you would like to contribute to the support of the Brandon Fire Department, please mail donations to P.
Farmers Market will be tonight from 5-7 p.m.
Farmers Market tomorrow from 5:00 - 7:00pm at Celebration Park! Pick up dinner from Merchant's Grilling or a snack from Lions Club! Be sure to visit our vendors as well, there is something here for everyone! Market will be held rain or shine.
Early Arts to meet September 21
Early Arts will meet at 10:00 AM, September 21 for our program at the Niche with Colleen Karrick in the Three D Kitchen. Lunch will be at the Vinton Family Restaurant at 11:30. Please call Kathie at 472-3062 for reservations.
2020 Vinton Lutheran Home Ice Cream Social today, September 10 Rain or Shine
2020 Vinton
Lutheran Home
Ice Cream Social
What: The Lutheran Home’s Annual FUNdraiser done a
little differently this year.
We will do a drive thru version including: Pulled Pork and
Philly Cheesesteak Sandwiches, Pasta Salad, Cottage Cheese,
and of course Homemade Pie, and ice cream!
Raffle Items by Brian Parr, Merle Kuhn and Todd Gloede
Raffle Tickets $2. RESIDENTS INVITED TO FREE EVENT WITH INFORMATION, FOOD, AND KIDS’ ACTIVITIES
Derecho damage clean up and recovery continues dominating the activities of Benton County residents. Those looking for help and resources are invited to the Benton County Assistance Fair on Tuesday, September 22, from 3-7 pm, hosted by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach at the Benton County Fairgrounds, 1801 2nd Ave, Vinton, IA 52349. “The ISU Extension Council recognized there’s a need for our community to come together and learn about the many resources available to help them.
Taco ‘bout delicious!
Make sure to stop by Happy Time parking lot next Tuesday, September 8th for a to-go dinner. Cost us $10 plus tax. Kacena will be here serving their delicious street tacos with cilantro, lime rice and beans from 4-6 pm in the front of the building. There will be a donation jar and proceeds will go towards educational materials for the classrooms.
AMVETS to grill at Theisen's on Labor Day Weekend
The AMVETS will have their food trailer up and running and will be cooking at Theisen's on September 4th-7th, Friday through Monday, Labor Day weekend.The group will begin grilling at 10:00 a.m.until 6:00 pm. This is going to be the fundraiser for the Scholarship Program in our area. As always, it is free will donation. The menu includes soda, chips, and sandwich – hamburger, brat, or hot dog. CENTER POINT HISTORICAL SOCIETY CEMETERY WALK CANCELED
The Center Point Historical Society has canceled its annual Cemetery Walk, initially planned for September 20, because of the increase of local COVID 19 infections. The Historical Society is sorry for the inconvenience this cancelation has caused. The planned program is postponed until the fall of 2021.
Farmers Market Tonight 9/3 5-7 p.m.
Come out to Celebration Park from 5:00 - 7:00pm and grab a burger or hot dog from Merchant's Grilling and a quality snack from Lion's Club! Be sure to visit our vendors as well, lots of produce, crafts, baked goods, and more!All at a new location, CELEBRATION PARK which is located at 105 W 2nd St. In Vinton.Every Thursday through September 24 from