Events And Activities

Alliant Energy promotes Iowa Pipeline Safety Association virtual safety training

Free online educational events for emergency responders and public officials Professionals involved in crisis planning are invited to the Iowa Pipeline Association's 2021 Pipeline Safety Awareness and Emergency Response Programs in October. Alliant Energy is participating in the Coordinated Response Exercise and encourages emergency responders and public officials to attend.

Brandon United Methodist Women's Annual Fall Supper and Bazaar September 25

The Brandon United Methodist Women's Annual Fall Supper and Bazaar will be held on Saturday, September 25, from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at the church located at 507 Main St. in Brandon. Cost for the meal: Adult's $10Kids $5 agest 5-124 and under FreeThe meal includes:Homemade chicken and noodlesMashed PotatoesSquashGreen BeansSalad Bar DessertA quart of Chicken and noodles $6.

Eastern Iowa Honor Flights prepares to launch Flight #40

On Tuesday, October 5th, 2021, the Eastern Iowa Honor Flight will launch EIHF Flight # 40 Since we began operations in 2009, to date, we have transported 3,527 Veterans, plus their guardians to Washington, DC to visit the memorials dedicated to their service and sacrifice. While there, they will visit the WWII, Korean, Vietnam memorials, as well as visit Arlington National Cemetery, and other memorials.

American Legion George G. Luckey Post to hold Tenderloin Supper Thursday, 9/23

The American Legion George G. Luckey Post 57 will hold a tenderloin supper on Thursday evening, September 23 from 5-7:00 p.m.Meal includes, 8 oz tenderloin, french fries, coleslaw and a dessert. While supplies last.The cost: $10.00 (fried in Vegetable oil)

It's Old Fashioned Sunday at Cornerstone Baptist Church

Join us at Cornerstone Baptist Church this Sunday, September 19  at 10 AM for a great time of fun and fellowship. The church is located at 218 W. 4th St. in Vinton. Dress up in your old-fashioned clothes...or don't. Either way, you are invited to enjoy a good old-fashioned potluck dinner following the Morning Service. See you there!

Brandon's Annual Cowboy Breakfast, Sunday, September 19

Brandon's Annual Cowboy Breakfast will be held on Sunday, September 19, from 8:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.The menu includes Scrambled eggs, Pancakes, Fried potatoes, Ham, Sausage, Sausage gravy, Homemade biscuits, Coffee, and Juice.Cost: Ages 11 and over $9.00; Ages 4-10 $5.00; Ages 3 and under FreeA cowboy breakfast is cooked outside over 'open fires'.

80th Birthday Celebration to Celebrate Gloria Orcutt

On Saturday, September 18 there will be a 80th Birthday celebration in honor of Gloria Orcutt. The open house will be held at the Revolution building downtown Vinton from 1 to 3:00 p.m.Everyone is welcome to attend and help Gloria celebrate.

First Christian Church to hold Fall Festival Saturday, September 18

The First Christian Church will hold its annual Fall Festival on Saturday, September 18th. The event will begin at 10 a.m - 2 p.m. There will be games for everyone to enjoy, a Silent Auction, baked goods, grab bags and a raffle for a beautiful quilt. Come on out and plan to have a great time!

Oak Grove to host Singspiration October 10

Oak Grove Church will be hosting a Singspiration on October 10, from 4:30-6:00 pm.Are you missing the old-time hymns of days gone by? Join us for a night of music sung congregationally as well as special performances.Come on out and enjoy a hot bowl of soup with us as well!The church is located at 6101 32nd Ave, Shellsburg.

Early Arts Study Club News

Early Arts Study Club will meet Monday, September 20, at 1:30, at the Trinity Lutheran Church with Pat Milne as hostess. Karen Inman will present the program on Children's Lunch Boxes.