Events And Activities
Vinton Fire Department Spring Fish Fry March 25
Punxsutawney Phil may have proclaimed 6 more weeks of winter but the Powers That Be of the VFD Fish Fry Committee made the following proclamation for all the land to hear: "Hear Ye Hear Ye, lest we suffer through 6 more weeks of winter, find comfort in knowing that in a mere 7 weeks we request the honor of your presence at our annual VFD Spring Fish Fry Fundraiser 2022.
CP Friends Celebrate Spring: Seussian Caring with Butterfly Program March 3
Spring will be coming again; it will be Dr. Seuss’s birthday on March 2. There will be little live things again, and Friends of the Center Point Library will be celebrating it all with a presentation on “Attracting Butterflies” by Dennis Schlicht.The free program will be Thursday, March 3, at 7 p.m. at the Center Point Public Library.Dennis is a retired Central City and Cedar Rapids Washington high school biology teacher and a longtime Center Point Library Board member. Kiwanis Annual Pancake Day March 5
Vinton-Shellsburg High SchoolDuration: 4 hrPublic · Anyone on or off FacebookSaturday, March 5 - 7am -11amVinton Shellsburg High SchoolServing: pancakes, ham, sausage, eggs & refreshmentsADVANCE TICKETS $6Tickets at the door: $7*Tickets available at: Farmer's Savings Bank, Henkel Service Station, John's Quick Shop & through any Kiwanis Member.
Vinton Public Library Events for this week
Fresh Conversations / Thursday, February 10 at 11:00 amFresh Conversations is a free nutrition and physical education program for ages 60+. The program offers practical tips and sensible solutions to everyday problems that get in the way of doing what most people want to do: eat well and live well! Program courtesy of Iowa Dept. of Public Health.Teen Program: Human Pac-Man / Thursday, Feb. Shellsburg Library Events
The Shellsburg Book Club will meet on February 9 at 10:00 a.m. at the Shellsburg Library. Everyone is welcome. For any questions, please call Trish at 319-436-2182Shellsburg Library News flyerNEW BOOKSInvisible by Danielle SteelWish You Were Here by Jodi PicoultThe Beginning by Beverly LewisThe Devil’s Sea by Dirk CusslerA Stranger In The Lifeboat by Mitch AlbomNo One Will Miss Her by Kat RosenfieldDaughter Of The Morning Star by Craig JohnsonThe Boys by Ron HowardThree Sisters by Heather MorrisFlame by Helen HardtThe Tender Bar by J.
Shellsburg American Legion Breakfast Saturday, February 5
The Shellsburg American Legion continues to hold its Saturday morning breakfast from 8-10:00 a.m. We ask people to socially distant at the tables (families of course can sit together) and wear masks if they choose.Never forget that at every minute of every day, there are members of our Armed Forces in harm's way and we need to pray for their safety and return home soonWe appreciate the past support for all the community does for the American Legion.
FFA to hold Spaghetti Supper February 4th 5-8 p.m
The Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Chapter will be holding a free-will donation, dine in or grab-and-go spaghetti dinner on Friday, February 4th from 5-8 P.M. Enter the school through the activities entrance to access the Commons. This is a perfect change to enjoy a whole meal while you're at the Boys Basketball Game against Benton Community.
Chili Cook Off Sunday, February 6
AMERICAN LEGION RIDERS - POST 166 will host a Chili Cook Off on Sunday, February 6, from 12-3:00 p.m. with registration beginning at 11:00 a.m.To enter, bring a crockpot full of your homemade chili and enter! There is no charge to enter.The event will be held at the Pearl Street Social Club. Cost $7.00 per person.ALL proceeds will go to the Benton County Freedom Rock.
Book Sale at Vinton Public Library
Starting on Thursday, February 3 at Vinton Public Library! As we gradually weed our collection, we will have books for sale! First up are Adult CD Books, Biographies, and Nonfictions, all $1.00 each! What should you do?1. Go to front desk during open hours and request bag for sale books2. Library staff will take you to book sale location3. Select your purchases4.
Vinton Public Library Hosts 42° North Winery February 3rd at 6 pm
The Vinton Public Library announced that they will be hosting a presentation by 42° North Winery. Renee Greenley, Director of the Vinton Public Library said, "We are excited to partner with 42° North Winery, Benton County's first winery! Come enjoy a presentation about the Paustian's winemaking experiences and a tasting of their wine varieties.