Events And Activities

Wallace Winkie Foundation to hold Annual Fundraiser November 16

The Wallace Winkie Foundation is holding its annual fundraiser November 16, 1 - 3 p.m., at the Family Life Center in the First Lutheran Church, Belle Plaine. The Tea-rrific Holiday Extravaganza will ...

Breakfast and Lunch Sandwiches Fundraiser by VFW Post 8884

The Smith-Geater Post 8884 focuses on volunteering in our community of Benton County and the VA Hospital in Iowa City. The heart of our organization is focusing on its members and their needs. O...

Newhall Fire Fighters and First Responders to hold Breakfast fundraiser Oct. 6

The Newhall Firefighters and First Responders will hold their Foundation Breakfast on Saturday, October 6,  from 8:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at the Newhall Fire Station. Load up the kids and ...

Prisoners of War in Iowa Presentation Saturday at the Ray House

Did you know that Iowa had about 25,000 German, Italian, and Japanese POWs from 1943-1946?Algona and Clarinda were the main camps. There were about 17 branch camps throughout the state, where the POW...

Annual Craft & Bake Sale

On Saturday, November 2nd the Vinton Skate and Activity Center will be the hot spot to get all your craft and baked goods in Vinton.  The Vinton Parks and Recreation Department is hosting o...

Space available in upcoming beginning trapper workshops

Four beginning trapper workshops are scheduled in October. Activities vary by workshop, but participants can expect to learn the basics of trapping, ethical and responsible techniques, proper gear, s...

Center Point Historical Society to hold Annual Community Harvest Potluck Oct. 28

On October 28, the Center Point Historical Society annual Community Harvest Potluck, will be held beginning at 6 p.m. at the Center Point dentist office. Beverages and table service will be provided....

Vinton Firemen's Breakfast Sunday October 13

Come out on Sunday, October 13 to support the Vinton Area Fire Department where they will be holding their annual Pancake BreakfastCost is $6 per ticket, preschool and under are free (but personally ...

Windsor Wednesday in honor of National Pork Month

Benton County Farm Bureau, Benton County Pork Producers, and the Vinton Fareway are excited to bring back Windsor Wednesday to the people of Benton County. Join us in celebrating National Pork Month ...

Tenderloin Dinner at the Legion Tonight

The American Legion will hold a Tenderloin Dinner tonight at the Post.The meal includes a 6 oz Tenderloin on a Kaiser Bun, with French Fries, Coleslaw and a Dessert.Cost is $8.00The Legion is lo...