Events And Activities
Iowa Pork Barbecue Competition Calls Backyard Grill Masters to Show Their Skills
Are you the king or queen of backyard barbecue? It’s time to put your skills to the test! Amateur grillers from across Iowa are invited to showcase their talent at the backyard BBQ competition, part of the BBQ & Brew at the Ballpark event this summer in Des Moines.Presented by the Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) and the Iowa Cubs, the third-annual BBQ & Brew is a fun-filled, charitable event happening Saturday, June 21at Principal Park. Support Cub Scout Pack 47 by ordering a Flag delivery
Veterans & other community membersCub Scout Pack 47 is conducting their second annual flag fundraiser. We would love to have your support in honoring America and our veterans throughout Vinton’s community. If you are interested in participating again, or if you are new to the fundraiser please email information to pack47flags@gmail.com or fill out the form below and mail with payment to: Pack 47 Flags 5690 26th Avenue Drive Vinton, IACost: $80 for 1 yard to be flagged during 4 major national holidaysOrganizer: Cub Scouts Pack 47Contact: pack47flags@gmail.
THING ONE, THING TWO, AND ALL OF YOU ARE INVITED TO A DR. SEUSS PARTY MAR. 29
Hey Cats, grab your hats and come to a party celebrating the silly and Seussical at the Andersen Center Point Library community room on Saturday, March 29, from 2-3:30 p.m.The free party is sponsored by the Friends of the Center Point Library.There will be games, prizes, activities, and take-home treats.
56th Annual Fish Fry March 29
The Lime Creek Fish and Game Club will be hosting their 56th Annual Fish Fry on Saturday, March 29th from 4-7:30 p.m. (or until the food is gone!)Cost is $20 per adult, $10 per for children 12 and older, preschoolers eat free.The event will be held at the Brandon Area Community Center.Carryout is available.
Vinton Fire Department Spring Fish Fry Fundraiser, Friday, April 11, 4-7 p.m.
It's that time of the year! It's time for the Vinton Fire Department's Annual Fish Fry Fundraiser. On Friday, April 11, 2025 from 4-7:00 p.m. the VFD will be frying up fish for a freewill donation. Finish off your work week with hand-breaded fried fish, homestyle french fries/baked potatoes, coleslaw, baked beans and a roll along with a great selection of homemade desserts.
Enjoy Homemade Beef and Noodles with the Garrrison Lions
Join the Garrison Lions club us on Saturday March 8, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm for our 5th Annual Beef & Noodles fundraiser. You can either dine in or grab and go. Everything will take place at the Fire Station in Garrison. We will also be handing out the items you ordered during our food sales drive at the same time. The menu will be homemade Beef & Noodles, green beans, a roll, and fruit. Mindful Movement with Kellie for Kids - March 21, 2025 1:30 p.m.
Youth are invited to join the Mindful Movement class where they will learn mindfulness techniques as well as yoga. Participants are required to fill out a waiver form by a parent or guardian. The class will meet on Friday, March 21, 2025 at 1:30 p.m. at the Vinton Public Library located at 510 2nd Ave., in Vinton. Grilled Pork Loin Supper, Saturday, March 8, 4:30-7:30 p.m.
An event sponsored by the Brandon Fire and EMS will be held on Saturday, March 8th, 2025 from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm.The event will be held at the Brandon Area Community Center.The cost is a free will donation. This event will be replacing the Auction that was held in October.The menu this year consists of: Grilled pork loin, baked beans, potato salad, coleslaw, dinner roll and dessert.
KIWANIS ANNUAL PANCAKE FUNDRAISER SATURDAY, MARCH 1 SERVING 7:00-11:30AM
The Kiwanis Annual Pancake Fundraiser will be held on Saturday, March 1 serving from 7:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. at the Vinton-Shellsburg High School cafeteria. The menu includes: -PANCAKES -SAUSAGE -EGGS -REFRESHMENTThe cost is a freewill donation with a suggested $10 minimum donation.Join us for breakfast and enjoy the Community Wellness Fair in the High School gym. Adventures in Bookclubbing: Winds of Change, March 20, 2025
Join us for our monthly book club where you pick the book! This month our chosen theme is 'Winds of Change.' Get creative and have fun with it! We will meet two times; pick the time that works best for you!Thursday, March 20th, 2025, at 11:30amThursday, March 20th, 2025, at 6:00pm