Events And Activities
Better Together Animal Rescue holds Used Shoe Drive
DON’T FORGET! We are currently in the midst of our ten-week shoe collection challenge and we have a HUGE GOAL! This will be our last ever shoe drive and we have the lofty goal of collecting 5,000 pairs. Better Together will receive a donation for every pair of shoes we collect, which will then be redistributed to over 26 third-world nations. This will help to save lives and give the less privileged protection for their feet…what is better than that?Please leave donations of gently used and new shoes behind our building located at 211 West 4th St, Vinton.
American Legion George G Luckey Post 57 Tenderloin Dinner, Thursday July 28
On Thursday, July 28 the George G Luckey Post 57 will host a Tenderloin Dinner from 5-7:00 p.m.The menu includes a Tenderloin, French Fries, Cole Slaw and a Dessert for $12.00.The American Legion George G Luckey Post 57 is located at 105 North R Ave.
Pink Heals Benefit Ride July 23
On Saturday, July 23, there will be a benefit ride for the Pink Heals Eastern Iowa chapter.Registration begins at 10:00 a.m. with kickstand up at 11:00 a.m.Starting line will be at the Ron Da Voo in Vinton.1st Stop Rubies Bar in Center Point2nd Stop Wolfye's in Quasqueton where food will be available.3rd Stop Givyes Place in Alburnett4th Stop Pearl Street in ShellsburgFinal Stop at Mickeys in Vinton where you have to opportunity to share a meal on the return home.
16th Annual Gordy Nelson Memorial Car Show in Atkins Saturday, August 6
16th Annual Gordy Nelson Memorial Car ShowHosted by the ‘38 Fire ClubSATURDAY, AUGUST 6, 2022 AT 8 AM – 4 PM$10 Entry FeeRegistration 8-12Awards 3Awards for Top 40Special Awards for:Best of ShowFire Dept ChoiceTractorBest PaintMotorcycleSpecial InterestHamburgers, Cheeseburgers, Brats, Chips, Water & Lemonade available for purchasePlease Co
Vinton-Shellsburg High School Cheerleaders to hold Car Wash this Saturday
The Vinton-Shellsburg High School Cheerleaders will be holding a car wash on Saturday, July 23rd at Ehlinger's Gas Station. The cost of the car wash is a freewill donation, and the event will run from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.
Farmers Market Thursday, July 21 - Third Thursday
EVERY THURSDAY EVENING 5:00 - 7:00 PMJULYHOT FOOD EVERY MARKET!Every 3rd Thursday will feature various food trucks and a live performance!Market is held rain or shine.Vendors are not allowed to sell, bag or hold goods for anyone prior to 5:00 PM.
Dysart's 20th Annual Car, Truck and Bike Show July 22
Join us for Dysart's 20th Annual Classic Car, Truck & Bike Show on Friday, July 22nd! Registration runs from 4:00 to 6:30 PM, with ballots handed out promptly at 6:30. Ballots are due by 7:00 PM, with the awards presentation beginning at 7:45 PM. Trophies will be given to the top 40 entries, with a total of 53 trophies in all. Music will be pro Boomtown August 27, 2022
Boomtown will take place on Saturday, August 27, 2022 at the Benton County Fairgrounds. Gates will open at 4:00 p.m. with the Opening Ceremony beginning at dusk.Entrance to the fairgrounds $5 each per walk inLawn seating at no extra charge.Grandstand seating $10Parking $10 includes entrance to fairgroundsThere will be food vendors, music by Swag and a beer tent. Hop on out to the Benton County Nature Center for some Fun July 29
Benton County Conservations will be hosting a "program about frogs! On Friday, July 29th at 10:00 a.m. meet at the Benton County Nature Center. Kids ages Preschool through 3rd grade are welcome to attend with their favorite adult. You will learn about frog calls, and have a chance to try to catch some frogs (if the weather cooperates).Simply call 319-472-4942 or email info@bentoncountyparks. Shellsburg's Big Day July 16
Shellsburg's Big Day is scheduled for Saturday, July 16 beginning at 8:00 a.m. and running through 11:30 p.m. with events for all ages. The schedule of events are as follows:6:30 a.m. Registration for the 5K Run/Walk8:00 a.m. 5K Run/Walk Begins10:30 a.m. Parade11:00 a.m. Shine & Show11:30 a.m. Park Festivities 12:00 p.m. Legion Presents Flag/Colors12:30 p.