Events And Activities
Progressive Agriculture SAFETY DAY® Saturday, September 23
Saturday, September 23rd, 20238:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.Benton County FairgroundsVinton, IAA fun-filled day of learning for children in the third, fourth, fifth and sixth grade.Topics for demonstrations and discussions include: ATV SafetyCombine SafetyLawn Mower Safety911 Emergency CallsChemical SafetySun SafetyFirst AidGrain Safety PTO/Pinch PointAccident SurvivorRegistration is FREE but pre-registration is requiredThis safety day includes lunch, snacks, a T-shirt, and take-home “goody” bag.
Vinton Public Library September Events
The Vinton Pubic Library is offering several events during the month of September. September 5, 6-8 pm; New Beginnings Salon Hair and Makeup Tutorial for Teens and AdultsAuthor Visit September 19, 2 pm; Linda McCann speaks on her book ‘Prohibition in Eastern Iowa’Books & Cooks: Tailgate Edition: September 23, 10 am Cooking ContestJoined Forces Book Club: September 28, 5 pm; Kids ages 7-12 along with a special adult in their life (Mom, Dad, Grandma, etc. Center Point Historical Society news
On Sunday, September 10, the Center Point Historical Society will host a slide show entitled, “The Cedar Valley Road.” The slide show is about the Waterloo, Cedar Falls and Northern electric interurban railroad between Waterloo and Cedar Rapids. The program will be shown at 2:00 p.m. at the Center Point Historical Society Depot Museum which is located at 700 E.
First Christian Church Fall Festival September 16
The First Christian Church in Vinton will hold its annual Fall Festival on Saturday, September 16. The church is located at: 1209 W. 13th Street in Vinton.The fun will begin at 10:00 a.m.and go until 2:00 p.m.Lunch will be served from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.There will be the following activities:Carnival Games and AttractionsNoah’s A
Dysart Historical Center Program, Sunday, Aug. 20
Have you ever wondered about Dysart Main Street History? Marcia Knupp will present a program at the Dysart Historical Museum located at 612 Crisman Street on the topic. The public is invited to the Agricultural Museum on Sunday, August 20, beginning at 2 p.m. to enjoy the program. Knupp will be sharing some historical information on past establishments that lined Dysart’s Main Street.
Advanced Planning session at the Library Tuesday, August 15 2:00 p.m.
Katie Beer, will be at the Vinton Public Library for an informational session on Advanced Planning! Katie will begin her session today, Tuesday, August 15th at 2:00 pm to answer any of your questions regarding Advanced Planning.
Boomfest August 26th beginning at 9:00 a.m.
The annual arts and crafts festival will arrive in downtown Vinton on Saturday, August 26, beginning at 9:00 a.m. and will run through 2:00 p.m.Featured vendors include: Scratch CupcakesOpal & Hazel's Woodfired PizzaLions Club Food Trailer42° North WineryThere will be cotton candy, face painting, shaved ice, freeze dried candy, axe throwing and so much more!There will be pedal car rides for the kids and free games. Open House Social Services Building August 8, 11 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
There will be an open house at the social services building in Benton County located at 811 D Ave. in Vinton. The event will take place on Tuesday, August 8, from 11 AM until 5:00 PM.Agency information will be provided by the following:Benton County SheriffSuicide CoalitionDepartment of Health and Human ServicesISU extension Above the influenceC. I. FREE Pressure Canner Gauge Testing, Tuesday, August 8
Planning to preserve your garden harvest? It's important to check your pressure canner gauge each year to ensure accuracy. Every pound of pressure is important in reaching the temperature needed inside the canner for producing safe food.Benton County ISU Extension and Outreach offers a FREE service to test your pressure canner and ensure it’s working properly. Rail Tales: Trains and Interurbans in Iowa - August 13
“Rail Tales: Trains and Interurbans in Iowa” – Sunday, Aug. 13, 2 p.m. at Center Point Historical Society Depot Museum, 700 E. Washington St. Free talk by Marion historian David Wendell, celebrating Iowa’s 170- year railroad history. Extensive model train display and historic railroad art and photos. Part of the Historical Society’s “Planes, Trains and Automobiles” 2023 displays.