Presentation at the Horridge House to discuss Yorktown Class

BENTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
May 18, 2026 11:52 am

Come to the Horridge House at 612 1st Avenue, Vinton to learn aboutsome of the legendary aircraft carriers that helped hold the line in thePacific Theater during WW2 and the stories of their crew on Saturday, May 30 at 10:00 a.

Comics and Cookies Book Club May 21

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
May 18, 2026 11:47 am

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

Memorial Day at Iowa Veterans Cemetery

IOWA DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
May 18, 2026 11:46 am

WHAT: Iowa Memorial Day Ceremonies at Iowa Veterans Cemetery (IVC) & Iowa Veterans Home (IVH).WHO: All Iowa veterans and supporters; Iowa Department of Veterans Affairs; Col.

Silent Book Club May 19, 6:00 p.m.

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
May 15, 2026 6:43 pm

Join us for our new Silent Book Club for adults at the Vinton Public Library. Read whatever book you like in the company of others in our library.  When? Tuesday, May 19, 2026 6:00 p.

Learn about WWII Aircraft Carriers and their stories - May 30

BENTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
May 15, 2026 11:28 am

Come to the Horridge House at 612 1st Avenue, Vinton to learn aboutsome of the legendary aircraft carriers that helped hold the line in thePacific Theater during WW2 and the stories of their crew.

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

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
May 14, 2026 11:51 am

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.

Shellsburg American Legion weekly breakfast 8-10 a.m.

SHELLSBURG TODAY
May 14, 2026 11:50 am

The Shellsburg American Legion Saturday morning breakfast is held each Saturday. The hours are 8 - 10 am. Click here to download the breakfast menu (PDF).

Author Visit: Michelle Sprout Murray to visit the Library May 21

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
May 13, 2026 6:41 pm

Author Visit: Michelle Sprout Murray joins us at the library! She is the author of 'Amazing Iowa.' She will visit on Thursday, May 21, 2026 at the library located at 510 2nd Ave.

Shellsburg Food Assistance available on Saturdays and Thursdays

SHELLSBURG TODAY
May 13, 2026 6:41 pm

Our Mission is to help those in our communitywhile creating a hunger for Christ.Please note the Spring & Summer hours:2nd Saturday: 10:00 - 11:00   4th Thursday 4:30 - 5:30Located in back of City Hall.

Free Insurance Series Thursdays, May 14th - June 11

VINTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
May 12, 2026 8:46 pm

Do you find insurance confusing or wish you had a clearer understanding of your coverage?Wilson Hite Insurance is offering a series of educational episodes on Thursday evenings at 6:00 PM, beginning May 7 through June 11.