Events And Activities
The Lions Club will hold Final Tenderloin Tuesday, October 13th
The Vinton Lions Club will be hosting our final 2020 "Tenderloin Tuesday" on Tuesday, October 13th at Celebration Park (5-7 PM). We will be providing our full menu including Tenderloin sandwiches, Hot dogs, Potato coins, Funnel cakes, and Pop/water.In addition, we will be serving FREE snow cones to all the kids!So, bring the whole family to this special event.
Fundraiser to benefit Easton Lindeman October 10
This past February, Easton Lindeman then age 2, son of Corey and Samantha was diagnosed with high-risk neuroblastoma, a type of cancer that affects his adrenal glands, spinal column, and bone marrow. Neuroblastoma is a cancer that develops from immature nerve cells found in several areas of the body. Treatment for Easton started right away. Christmas Parade Scheduled for November 19, 2020
The annual kickoff to the Christmas season in Vinton will begin on Thursday, November 19, 2020 this year.The 13th Annual Veterans Patriotic Christmas Parade will kick off at 6 p.m. that evening. All local residents, businesses, organizations and churches are invited to join the event. (Please, no Santa, as he is already visiting and will arrive at the end of the parade.
Trick or Treating hours set for Vinton
The council discussed the official trick or treating hours for this Halloween and have decided that the hours will be 5-7:00 p.m. (on Halloween night) The council felt that residents who wish to participate should be able to do so and they recommend using the CDC guidelines.A couple of the area churches will host Trunk or Treat events this year. Blessed Hope will begin their event at 3:00 p.
Shellsburg American Legion Annual Fall Fish Fry
Shellsburg American Legion Annual Fall Fish FryThe Shellsburg American Legion Annual Fall Fish Fry will be on Friday, Oct 23 from 5:00 to 8:00 pm. The event is Curbside Pickup only. Some limited delivery is also available. The meal will be 3 pieces of fish, a baked potato (with butter and sour cream (in containers), cole slaw and a cup cake.
Shellsburg Share Food Pantry Saturday, October 10
Share Food PantryThere will be a Share Food Pantry distribution on Saturday, October 10th from 10 until 11:30 For questions, call Judy at 436-2864.
Shellsburg American Legion Breakfast
Shellsburg American Legion BreakfastThe Shellsburg American Legion Saturday morning breakfast.Menu:Every Saturday: Eggs, Sausage & Pancakes1st Sat special: Biscuits & GravyCost is Free Will DonationThe hours are the same, 8 - 10 am. We ask people to social distant at the tables (families of course can sit together) and wear masks if you choose.
Early Arts Study Club will meet October 19
The Early Arts Study Club will meet Monday, October 19, 2020, at 1:30 PM at Trinity Lutheran Church. Please use the south side/east double door. Nancy Baldwin will serve as hostess and Cheryl Kelley will present the program on Vintage Advertisements.
Wesley United Methodist will resume food distribution inside with masks required
The Wesley United Methodist Church food pantry will be inside the Church beginning on Saturday October 17. Our hours are 10-11. We are the church next to the library We require that everyone wear a mask. If you do not have one we can provide one for you. You can get a number and stay in your car if you prefer. There will be marks 6ft apart if you line up on the sidewalk.
Operation E.D.I.T.H. Thursday night 7:00 p.m.
Operation EDITH is a fire-safety program that seeks to encourage the parents of young children to talk to their kids about the importance of fire safety. The cornerstone of the campaign is Exit Drill In The Home, thus the name "EDITH". The purpose is to educate early elementary school children and their families about the life-saving value of having a fire escape plan from their home.