Events And Activities
Hawkins Memorial Library Newsletter
May is "Get Caught Reading" Month! Get Caught Reading is a nationwide campaign to promote the
fun of reading books for all ages. Because research indicates that early language experience actually
stimulates a child’s brain to grow and that reading to children gives them a huge advantage when
they start school, we hope to encourage people of all ages to enjoy books and magazines and to share
that pleasure with the young children in their lives.
Bike Rodeo Tuesday April 30, 5-6:00 p.m.
The Bike Safety Rodeo will be held on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 from 5:00 PM 6:00 PMGet your bike checked out by the Vinton Police Department and ride a challenging course! Complete the course for a special prize! The event is held at the Recreation Center. Fee: free! 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.
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.