Sunday, June 1st, 2025—SAVE THE DATE!! That is the date for the Benton County Relay For Life beginning at 6:00 PM at the Benton Community MS/HS track in Van Horne.

Back by popular demand, the Center Point Historical Society spring plant swap will be Sunday, May 18, from 2-5 p.m. at the Depot Museum Trail Room.The swapping will follow a 2 p.

Join the Benton County Historical Society for a presentation by Dave Baker as he shares his presentation entitled, "Blindness, Bandages and Backstories: The Medical History of Benton County.

Community VBS will be held at the Vinton Presbyterian Church, located at 608 1st Ave. in Vinton from Sunday, July 20th through Thursday, July 24th. There will be an optional light supper served at 5:30 p.

Mindful Movement with Kellie, for kids, Friday May 23rd at 6pmA Mindful Movement class for youth only. Youth will learn mindfulness techniques, as well as yoga.

Celebrate 125 Years of History at the Vinton Train Depot! Saturday, June 7th, 10 AM — 2 PM Vinton Train DepotJoin us as we celebrate the Quasquicentennial (that’s 125 years!) of the Vinton Train Depot—a proud piece of our town’s history that helped put Vinton on the map! Entertainment Delicious Food Local Train History Fun for All AgesBring the whole family and take a step back in time as we honor the legacy of the rails, share stories, and make new memories together.

Scenic Views by Foot with Tyler Sullivan, Tuesday, May 13th at 6pmJoin us on Tuesday, May 13th, 2025, for a presentation from Tyler Sullivan. Tyler is an Iowa native who has spent the last 10 years traveling throughout Iowa.

You're welcome to join us at the Shellsburg Public Library to learn the Master Gardener Gardening Basics! All ages are welcome, bring along the kids!We will meet on Saturday, May 3 from 9:30-11:00 a.

Fifty years later, people are still arguing about the Vietnam War. However, the personal impact and personal truth of the war for that generation is not arguable.

The Shellsburg Public Library will have an opportunity to participate in an Adult Craft Night at two different times...April 24th 5:30-7:30 or May 6th 5:30-7:30.