Registration for all events is required by visiting  https://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Benton.aspx  unless otherwise stated.Building Better BirdersApril 13th, 7AM-3:00PM at Nature Center; $20/ per bird houseBenton County Conservation is hosting a Building Better Birders Workshop where bird watchers, “birders,” will learn the basics about birding and have a chance to put their knowledge into practice.

Registration for all events is required by visiting https://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Benton.aspx unless otherwise stated.Flora, Fauna & Females - Dutch Oven CookingMarch 8th, 6:30PM at Rodgers Park - Grilling Garden; $10/PersonCelebrate International Women’s Day and make some new gal pals along the way! During this program, we will learn how to cook using a Dutch oven by making our own dinner and dessert! This program will include an appetizer, two entrees (with a vegetarian and gluten free option), and desserts.

Bethlehem Lutheran Church - 1206 C Avenue in Vinton, IowaA Christmas Eve Holy Communion Candlelight Service will also be held on Sunday, December 24th at 5:30 and 10:30 p.

Weekday Masses through May 31, 2024Tues and Thurs at 7 am - St. Michael, NorwayWed at 7:30 am1st Wed of the month at IC, Van Horne2nd Wed of the month at St.

The Benton County 4-H will present "Snow Spectacular" at the Vinton Public Library. Children will learn about blizzards, explore how meteorologists use tools to forecast weather, and help people prepare for severe weather.

Registration for all events is required by visiting https://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Benton.aspx unless otherwise stated. Boundary Waters Canoe Area Youth TrekJuly 28 - August 4, 2024; Cost $500/youth (Ages 14-18) - SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLEMANDATORY Training day will be July 18 from 4:30PM-9PM.

Home gardening webinar series seeks to inspire and educateThe Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Master Gardener program will again host the Home Gardening Webinar Series, beginning in January and ending in March.

Registration for all events is required by visiting https://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Benton.aspx unless otherwise stated. Artistry with Aaron: Gnome WorriesFebruary 24th, 10AM-11:30AM at Nature Center; $30/adult, $15/kid Is the cold dreary weather making you feel down? Join us at the Nature Center to paint this adorable gnome amongst some spring mushrooms.

Registration for all events is required by visiting  https://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Benton.aspx  unless otherwise stated.  Hannen Lake Ice Fishing TournamentJanuary 20th, 7AM-11AM; $10 for individuals 16+ & FREE for kids 15 & underHannen Lake Park - NEW Shop (1949 Benton Iowa Rd, Blairstown, IA 52209)Parking/Registration: 6:30AMAugering/Fishing: 7AMRaffles & Cash prize: 11AMGet your fishing gear ready for a frosty fishing frenzy at the Hannen Lake Park Ice Fishing Tournament! Arrival, parking and registration starts at 6:30am with parking available at designated marked areas.