Events And Activities
Shellsburg's Big Day - July 15
The annual Shellsburg Celebration, Big Day is coming on Saturday, July 15. The parade will start at 10:30 at the school. Call, text or email Ed Shaeffer for questions about the parade. 319-389-2682, eshaeff@gmail.com. Following the parade will be the flag ceremony by the bridge and events all day in the park. More details coming soon. For other questions, call/text Alisha at 319-521-1832.
Farmers Market to feature Virginia Gay Hospital and Healthy Living tonight
Join the fun at our special “community celebration” every Thursday night. Music, entertainment, games, and activities held each week. Hot sandwiches served at our outdoor café. This market showcases the best of Benton County producers of fruits, vegtables, jams, baked goods, and more! If you are interested in becoming a vendor or would like more information, call the VPRD office at 319-472-4164.
CP Historical Society to host Phil Borleske
The Center Point Historical Society will host a program on Sunday, June 25, at 2:00 p.m. by Phil Borleske of Vinton. The program is entitled, “All Aboard: A Snapshot of Iowa Railroads, Past & Present.” Borleske is a member of the Benton County Historical Society and Historic Preservation Commission. This free slide show can be seen at the Center Point Historical Society Depot Museum, 700 E.
IBSSS Mary Ingalls Society presentation June 14
The Vinton Public Library will host the IBSSS Mary Ingalls Society on June 14th at 2:00 p.m. in the upper reading room. The group will share photos, stories, mementos and will unveil an exciting new addition to their collection. You won't want to miss this!Light refreshments and coffee will be served. The library is located at 510 2nd Ave in Vinton. Windsor Manor would like to invite you to paint with them!
Windsor Manor would like to invite you to paint along with their residents on June 10th, 2023, beginning at 2:00 PM. The Vinton Guild for Fine Arts will be at Windsor Manor conducting a painting project. Our residents would love to invite the community to join them. The project will cost $10 per person. If you would like to join in the fun, you must RSVP by June 7th to Kelsey at Windsor Manor. Robert Hagen to celebrate 90th Birthday
Help us celebrate! Robert Hagen (aka bus driver Bob) will be turning 90!!! There will be an open house in his honor on June 10th from 3-5 at the Blairstown Community Building.Everyone is invited to attend!
Fish Fry Friday at the George G. Luckey Legion
The Vinton American Legion located at 105 North R Ave., in Vinton, will hold a Fish Fry on Friday, June 9. Serving begins at 5:00 p.m.The menu includes: Fish Fillet, French Fries, Coleslaw, Baked Beans and a DessertAdults: $15.00Children 5 to 12: $7.00Children under 5: Free
Trivia Night FUNdraiser, June 17
The First Christian Church in Center Point and CPU Crew have teamed up to host a Trivia Night FUNdraiser. The event will be held on June 17th at 7:00 p.m. at the Anderson Center in Center Point. The event will be used to raise funds to send youth to camp and support the Crew in their activities around Center Point. The cost is $12.50 per person with a limit of 8 people per team.
2023 BENTON COUNTY AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY RELAY FOR LIFE
Relay For Life is a community of survivors, caregivers, volunteers, and participants who believe that the future can be free from cancer. Money raised from Relay directly supports members of our community by funding breakthrough research, 24/7 support for people with cancer, access to lifesaving screenings, and much more.The American Cancer Society leads the fight against cancer with some important goals:** Cancer Research – A generation of research depends on what we do right now.
Memorial Day Service Schedules
Memorial Day Schedule7:30-10:30 a.m. Coffee and Rolls served at the Township Hall (Bear Creek Church)We will be taking a free-will donation to help raise money to paint and replace the roof of the church.9:00 a.m.Bear Creek Cemetery will hold their annual Memorial Day service. 10:00 a.m.The George G. Luckey American Legion Post in Vinton will hold a Memorial Day service at 10:00 a.