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Events And Activities
Weed Identification Contest Returns to the Iowa State Fair
Fairgoers can put their Iowa weed knowledge to the test, win a ribbon and prizesThe annual Iowa State Fair Weed Identification Contest will return on Friday, Aug. 8, from 9 to 11:30 a.m. in front of the John Deere Agriculture Building. This contest is supported by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach and the ISU Department of Agronomy.Participants of all ages can test their knowledge of common Iowa weeds by attempting to identify real weed samples, potted on a tabletop display. Benton County Conservation Calendar of Events Summer 2025
Registration for all events is required by visiting https://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Benton.aspx and are free unless otherwise stated.Conservation Library Programs - Leveling Up: Monarch MetamorphosisJuly 23rd 10:00am @ Vinton Public Library (510 2nd Avenue Vinton, IA 52349)July 23rd 2:00pm @ Newhall Public Library (109 Railroad St, Newhall, IA 52315)July 24th 1:30pm at Atkins Public Library (480 3rd Ave, Atkins, IA 52206)Level up with monarchs at one of these fun and interactive library programs! Programs are free and suitable for all ages.
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Community Quilt Fundraiser at the Vinton Public Library
Our library is holding a silent auction to raise funds for our adult programming. Thanks to the help of Cheryl and Donna, our quilt is now complete! Over a dozen local quilters submitted blocks and we are so pleased with the results. Thank you to volunteers Cheryl and Donna for helping to make our Community Quilt come to life!Bidding is open until July 16th at 6:30 pm. Storytime at Riverside Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m.
Join Elise on Tuesday mornings at 10:00 a.m. at Vinton's Riverside Park for Storytime!The Bike Mobile from the library will be there with books to checkout! Bacon Buddies will shine at the Benton County Fair Friday, at 3:00 p.m.
Benton County Fairboard & Benton County Pork Producers introduce individuals with disabilities to animal agriculture with Bacon Buddies® programThe Benton County Pork Producers are working to give local individuals with disabilities the opportunity to show a pig at the Benton County Fair. The Bacon Buddies® program, developed by the Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA), helps those Special Olympians experience acceptance by working with 4-H and FFA mentors.
Touch a Truck at the Vinton Public Library July 1
Touch A TruckStop by the Vinton Public Library to get up and close to different types of vehicles! When?Tuesday, Jul 1, 2025, 10:00 AMWhere?Vinton Iowa Public Library, 510 2nd Avenue, Vinton, IA, USA Spanish Language Learning Opportunities at Local Vinton Businesses
On the first and third Saturday morning of each month, local community
members Jordan (Jo) and Joaquin Carter host the Spanish Conversation Club at downtown
Vinton businesses The Niche and Brickside Brew-N-Chew. The club meets from 9 to 11 A.M.
and welcomes all ages and levels of learners from beginners to native speakers. There is no
cost to attend.
Community VBS invites children to True North: Trusting Jesus in a Wild World
A summer kids’ event called True North will be hosted at the Vinton Presbyterian Church, 608 First Avenue, Vinton, in partnership with Wesley United Methodist Church and Bethlehem Lutheran Church from Sunday, July 20, 2025 to Thursday, July 24, 2025. The evening will begin at 5:30 pm with a light supper for participants and will conclude at 8 pm. All youth completing 4-year preschool through completion of 4th grade.
SACG Annual Family Fun Night June 26
Mark your Calendar for Shellsburg Area Community Group's Annual Family Fun Night! Join us on Thursday, June 26th from 6:30–8:00 p.m. at the Shellsburg City Park for an evening of fun! Dress to get wet and bring a towel to dry off! See you there! Crochet Lesson with Steph Gibbs
Are you interested in learning how to crochet? Join us at the library for a crochet lesson! Steph Gibbs will demonstrate a 2-color granny square. Feel free to bring your own yarn and crochet hooks; we will also have materials available.When? Saturday, Jun 21, 2025, 09:00 AMWhere? Vinton Iowa Public Library, 510 2nd Avenue, Vinton, IA, USA
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