• Article Photo. The bean bag clown game was a favorite during the VPRD Carnival.
    The bean bag clown game was a favorite during the VPRD Carnival.
  • Article Photo. VSHS NHS members and others helped run the games.
    VSHS NHS members and others helped run the games.
  • Article Photo. Many youngsters tried to break a ballloon with a dart to win a prize.
    Many youngsters tried to break a ballloon with a dart to win a prize.
  • Article Photo. The ball-drop game attracted many young players.
    The ball-drop game attracted many young players.
  • Article Photo. Amanda Robinson tries to get another ring over a bottle during the VPRD Winter Carnival.
    Amanda Robinson tries to get another ring over a bottle during the VPRD Winter Carnival.
  • Article Photo. Duane Randall watches as a boy spins the prize wheel.
    Duane Randall watches as a boy spins the prize wheel.
  • Article Photo. Gunner Moen knocks over some pins in the bowling game during VPRD carnival.
    Gunner Moen knocks over some pins in the bowling game during VPRD carnival.

The Vinton Parks and Rec Department, aided by the Vinton-Shellsburg National Honor Society members, held its annual Winter Carnival Tuesday morning at the Skate Center. Children enjoyed a variety of games, hoping to win prizes.