Events And Activities
Shellsburg Lions Bingo Nights January 14 & 28
The Shellsburg Lions will hold Bingo at the Legion on Jan 14 and 28. The Legion will provide food. The Blackout is guaranteed to be $50. Come have some fun, win a bingo and celebrate other activities. For questions call 319-389-2682.
Books + Coffee = Happy!
Grab a friend and stop into the library Friday mornings in January at 9:00 a.m. for some Brickside coffee!Check out an armload of books to enjoy over the weekend! Izaak Walton to hold Red Ryder BB Gun Shoot February 18
The Izaak Walton is inviting the public to come out for a Red Ryder BB gun shoot. On February 18, 2023, from 10 am to 3 pm. Kids and adults are welcome to bring their own Red Ryder style bb guns and receive shooting instruction from a certified firearms instructor inside our clubhouse.You will need to have safety glasses to shoot. We will also have BB guns on hand and Eyeware if someone is without them.
Toddler Time: Cuddly Critters February 3
Toddler Time: Cuddly Critters will be held on February 3, from 10-11:30 a.m. The event will take place at the Benton County Nature Center located at 5718 20th Ave. Dr., Vinton. Join us for Cuddle Critters where we will learn about some of Iowa's cutest critters. The program will include a book and puppets. Toddler time is suitable for kids under the age of 5. Vinton American Legion 57 to hold Tenderloin Dinner Friday, January 13
The Vinton American Legion will hold a tenderloin dinner on FRIDAY, JANUARY 13, 2023 beginning at 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.Cost for the Tenderloin Dinner is $15.00 and includes: tenderloin, french fries, cole slaw and a dessert. The legion is located at 105 N. R Ave. in Vinton.
Building Better Birders Workshop
Benton County Conservation will be offering a workshop about birds. The class will be held on January 20, 2023 at the Beneton County Nature Center located at 5718 20th Ave. Dr., Vinton. The class begins at 9:00 a.m. and will run until 3:00 p.m. Cost is $10 per person. Come for the whole workshop or just a portion!The schedule is as follows: 9-9:15 Introductions9:15-10:45 Intro to bird ID (passerines) presentation10:45-11:00 break and light snack11:00-12:30 p. Mom’s Unite - Single Mom’s Fellowship Group - 1st Meeting January 5
Who: ANY single mom in the Vinton-Shellsburg School District and
surrounding areas/districts. (Your kids do NOT need to be school age!)
When: The 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month, from 5:00-7:30.
Begins Thursday, January 5! What: A chance for a break from kids and life…a time to connect with other
single moms…a chance for food and friendship! Details: If you need childcare, drop your children off at The Well (417 1st Ave. Mass Schedule Change Jan 7/8, 2023-June 30, 2023
Queen of Saints Mass Schedule: January 7/8, 2023—June 30, 20234:00 PM - Saturday: St. Paul, Newhall 6:00 PM - Saturday: St. Michael, Norway 8:00 AM - Sunday: Immaculate Conception, Van Horne 10:00 AM - Sunday: St. John, Blairstown or St. Patrick, Watkins Weekday masses will remain the same
Benton County Conservation Ice Fishing Tournament February 11
Ice Fishing at Rodgers Lake ParkSaturday, February 11th, 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM$5 for individuals +16 yearsIt’s that time of year again for Benton County Conservation Ice Fishing Tournament!7am: parking available at designated marked areas. During this event ONLY, gates will be open to vehicle traffic to access the North end of the lake.7:30am: Tournament registration starts at Enclosed Shelter8:30am: Augering and fishing starts.
Winter Carnival (December 29) provides fun for children during Winter Break
Get out of the house during the holiday break! On Thursday, December 29, 2022 from 10:00 AM 12:00 AM all grade school youth can take part in this fun carnival. Tickets to play games are only 25 cents each.LOCATION: Skate & Activity Center