Join us as we learn about the "Amazing Iowa" May 21

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
May 11, 2026 2:04 pm

Join us as we welcome Michelle Sprout Murray, the author of "Amazing Iowa." Hey, Amazing Iowans! Whether you're a native, a recent resident or just passing through, these stories of the weird, wild and wonderful people and places of this great state are waiting for you.

Comics and Cookies Book Club May 21

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
May 8, 2026 12:21 pm

Make plans to join us for our Comics and Cookies Book Club! Kids in grades 3rd through 6th are invited to join us for a cookie and a book club where w

Center Point Historical Society Hosts Tyler Sullivan on his 99 county tour - 6/7

CENTER POINT HISTORICAL SOCIETY
May 7, 2026 11:48 am

Iowa politicians aren’t the only ones who do 99 county tours. Eastern Iowa writer and runner Tyler Sullivan is visiting all the counties and (almost) all the towns, and then sharing all his adventures with all of us.

Children's Author Visit: Kelly Crull presents 'The Black Mambas' May 15

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
May 6, 2026 5:49 pm

Join us for a special children's storytime featuring Kelly Crull, author of "The Black Mambas: The World's First All-Woman Anti-Poaching Unit." This storytime will feature hands-on learning experiences as well as a presentation by the author.

Young Eagles Rally, May 30

YOUNG EAGLES
May 6, 2026 1:56 pm

EAA Chapter 33 has opened registration for the next Young Eagles event at the Vinton Airport.Young Eagle flights offer a Free airplane ride for kids ages 8 to 17 with signed permission from a parent/legal guardian.

Join The Benton County Historical Society on May 11th

BENTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
May 5, 2026 9:27 pm

Join the Benton County Historical Society on Monday, May 11, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. at the Vinton Depot Museum located at 612 2nd Ave. in Vinton as historian Kevin Mason takes us on an immersive journey along the 1835 First U.

Dysart's Maker's Market Saturday, June 6

DYSART CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
May 5, 2026 4:07 pm

Explore Dysart’s Maker’s Market on Main. Shop unique handmade goods, one-of-a-kind finds, and favorites from a growing lineup of vendors.

Federal Aviation Administration Part 107 Certification with Drone Workshop

IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY
May 5, 2026 11:23 am

Iowa State University’s Digital Ag Innovation team, in partnership with Terraplex Ag, will host a two-day Drone Workshop designed to prepare participants for the Federal Aviation Administration Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification exam.

Community Book Club discussion of 'An American Marriage' by Tayari Jones May 9

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
May 5, 2026 11:22 am

Join us as we discuss "An American Marriage" by Tayari Jones. We have a limited number of copies of the book available for checkout at the library. When? Saturday, May 9, 2026, 9:15 a.

Vietnam Veteran Flight Surgeon to Speak at Iowa Vietnam Veterans Recognition Day

IOWA DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
May 1, 2026 7:15 pm

WHO: Iowa Vietnam Veterans, Vietnam Veteran Dr. Craig R. Saunders of Manilla; Iowa leaders, Iowa Department of Veterans Affairs; Central Iowa VA Health Care System; & all veteran supportersWHAT: Iowa Vietnam Veterans Recognition DayWHERE: Iowa Vietnam War Memorial, south State Capitol Grounds, Des MoinesWHEN: May 14th, 11 a.