Events And Activities
Shellsburg American Legion Breakfast Canceled until Repairs Can be made
The Shellsburg American Legion has CANCELED breakfast due to storm damage. We will reopen as soon as repairs are done. Thanks for all the support from the community. For questions, call Ed at 389-2682 or Dave at 560-9054.
Shellsburg Community to hold a dinner for their neighbors
The Masonic Lodge Ox Roast at Shellsburg has been canceled for the year. Instead...there will be a free for the Shellsburg community a hot dinner on Sunday, Aug 23. 2:00-5:00 p.m. or while supplies last. It will be TO GO. Meal will be roast beef, mash potatoes, gravy and corn. Freewill donations will also be accepted.
Shellsburg Share Emergency Food Pantry to hold additional distribution day
Share Food Pantry will be having an extra distribution this Saturday. August 22, from 10 until 11:30 a.m. The regular distribution on August 27th from 4 until 5:30 p.m. will still be held.
It's Tenderloin Tuesday
Don't forget...The Lions Club will be holding their "Tenderloin Tuesday" at Celebration Park from 5-7 p.m. tonight! Take the kids and grab a treat!
CP HISTORICAL SOC. ‘RESURRECTION’ WITH CEMETERY WALK ON SEPT. 20
After playing dead for more than six months because of the pandemic, the Center Point Historical Society is planning to come to life with the 10th annual Center Point Cemetery Walk on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2020, at 4 p.m.Admission is $5. Masks are required. Lawn chairs are suggested. Rain date will be the following Sunday, Sept. 27.This year’s honored dead are:Jim Sherman (1936-2007) insurance man and civic booster – portrayed by his grandson, Iowa State student Will Sherman.
Emergency Pet Food Pantry available at Better Together Animal Rescue
Thank you to everyone who has donated funding towards our emergency pet food pantry. We currently have plenty of food and will post if there are any future needs.The hours of the pantry will be Monday-Thursday 5:30-7:00 pm while supplies last. We will be [st] up BEHIND Better Together Animal Rescue (211 West 4th St, Vinton). Please pull in the alley and we will assist you as best we can. Brandon painting project to take place on Sunday, August 16
By Joyce AndersonBrandon is a little town we are proud to call home. We are asking for your helping hands!Local resident Diana Conrad has painted a mural on the City Park shed and is looking for helping hands of all ages to complete this project. Please come to the park on Sunday, August 16th from 10 AM until 2 PM and add your prints. Remember to Social distance.
Back 2 School Bash for Union Community School District
Union School District, It’s Back! The Back 2 School Bash - Grab & Go StyleWhere: La Porte City ParkWhen: Sunday, August 16Time: 2pm - 5pmHow: Drive thru, pick up, drive outCost: FREECome get your FREE school supplies K-12 on Sunday, August 16th!This year will be a little different as we are battling this worldwide pandemic. “Drive-Thru Style”.
AMVETS seek community support during fundraising event next Friday thru Sunday
The AMVETS will have their food trailer up and running and will be cooking at Hy-Vee Fresh Friday through Sunday, August 21-23 starting around 10:30 a.m.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 – burger, brat, or hot dog. Our community support is appreciated.
First Christian Church to celebrate Retirement of Pastor Neas
Come and celebrate the retirement of Pastor Dave & Dale NeasWhen: Sunday, August 23Where: First Christian Church1209 W. 13th St., VintonTime: 10:15am Worship Service celebrating Pastor DaveThere will be a luncheon to follow-open to everyone!Questions? Please call the church:319-472-2153