Events And Activities
North Iowa Tractor Ride July 23-25 overnighting at Benton County Fairgrounds
The annual North Iowa Tractor Ride will roll through Benton, Buchanan, Black Hawk, Tama and Linn Counties. The 13th Annual ride, presented by MBT Bank and hosted by 95.1 the Bull, 987 Kiss Country and 103.7 the Fox, will take place July 23rd -25th, 2020During this year’s ride, 200 vintage and restored tractors will be headquartered in the Historical community of Vinton at the Benton County Fairgrounds.
Fish Fry Valentine's Night
February 14, cupid and his cohorts will be serving up something fishy at the American Legion, located at 105 N. R Ave. in Vinton. Serving from 5-7 pm. the Legion will provide:Fish Fillet, Baked Potato, Potato Salad, Coleslaw, Baked Beans and CakeAdults: $9.00Children 5 to 12: $5.00Children under 5: FreeAll you can eat, while supplies last
FEBRUARY IS NATIONAL HEART MONTH
Do you have high cholesterol or high blood pressure? Have members of your family suffered from these ailments? Do you have a poor diet? If you answer “yes” to any of these questions, you may want to consider being screened for your risk of stroke through the services of Life Line Screening.Life Line Screening uses ultrasound technology to view the plaque build-up in your carotid arteries, the main arteries that carry blood to the brain.
Vinton-Shellsburg Voyagers Dance Team to present Spring Show
Vinton-Shellsburg Voyagers Dance Team will be presenting their Spring Show on Saturday, February 15. The doors will be open at 6:00 p.m. and the show will begin at 7:00 p.m. at the Vinton-Shellsburg Middle School Gymnasium.Cost for admission is $5.00 and Children 5 and under are Free. Come see the award-winning dance team perform a variety of dance styles such as jazz, hip-hop, pom and kick.
Applications being taken for 11th Annual Boom-Fest
Dreary skies and cold temps got you down?Start thinking about warm weather, sunshine and Vinton's Boom-Fest celebration!Applications are now available for the 11th Annual Boom-Fest celebration!Boom-Fest is scheduled for Saturday, August 29 from 9am to 2pm in Vinton, Iowa.We are once again looking for arts & crafts, antique, repurposed treasures and food vendors to set up in the heart of our downtown district.
Local Artists sought for Art Show
The Iowa Artists organization is looking for artists to submit their original artwork for the Iowa Artists Region 7 Art ShowIowa Artists is a statewide, non-profit organization that works to encourage and educate artists around the state. Region 7 covers artists living in Benton, Blackhawk, Bremer, Buchanan, Butler, Grundy, and Tama counties.
Fundraiser event for the Brennen Still Family this Saturday
A fundraising event will be held on Saturday, February 8, at the US Bank Building from 4-9 p.m A freewill donation will be accepted to benefit the family of Brennen Still as they face additional expenses at this time. For the full story, click here!
8th Annual Back Roads Boho Market to be held in Dysart June 6th Vendors needed
The Dysart Development Corporation is now accepting vendor applications for the 8th Annual Back Roads Boho Market. The event will take place on June 6th from 9 am to 3 pm on Main Street in Dysart. The annual event features vintage, handmade arts and crafts, up-cycled items, food and fun. Download an application from our Back Roads Vendors Facebook page, discoverdysart.
Vinton Popcorn to host Movie night featuring Frozen on February 21
We are very excited to announce another Free Movie Night! The movie shown in the high school auditorium will be, “Froze.” The movie will be shown on Friday, February 21st, at 7 PM. We can't wait to see you there!
A Winter Open Swim to be held February 16
On Sunday, February 16, 2020, beginning at 2:00 PM and running until 4:00 PM, there will be an open swim. Get out of the house and join us for Winter Open Swim at the Iowa Braille & Sight Saving School indoor pool! Only $4/person when you arrive!