Events And Activities

Elvis party at CP Piano Party was success; program on 1961 tornado set for July

It don’t get no better than Elvis actually appearing at your party, so the Center Point Historical Society’s June 5 Player Piano Party was its best ever.  About 50 guests visit...

Elvis party at CP Piano Party was success; program on 1961 tornado set for July

It don't get no better than Elvis actually appearing at your party, so the Center Point Historical Society's June 5 Player Piano Party was its best ever. About 50 guests visited the Depot...

Firecracker Golf Tournament set for July 2-4 at Vinton Country Club

The 2016 Firecracker 4-person best shot 18 hold golf tournament will take place July 2nd-4th, at the Vinton Country Club. Details: $80 / Team – Carts available to rent Play any t...

\'Spirit of Chautauqua\' Concert set for June 29 at Nature Center

Will Schmidt will perform a free concert June 29 at the Benton Co. Nature Center. Will Schmitt will perform a free "Spirit of Chautauqua" concert on Wednesday, June 29, at the Benton County Nature Center, 5718 20th Avenue Drive, just west of Rodgers Park northwest...

Benton Country 4-H offering a silent auction at the Fair

New to the 2016 Benton County 4-H Fair is a silent auction put on by the Benton County 4-H Foundation. Funds raised will be used for scholarships, 4H camps, trips, judging events etc. The silent a...

Applications for ISU Extension Master Gardener Being Accepted

Are you an avid gardener, but would like to know more about gardening, plants and horticulture? Would you like to meet people who share your interest in gardening? If so, you may be interested in ...

Dysart plans weekend July 4 celebrations

Dysart residents invite everyone to join them for their July 4 celebration. The events actually begin with the community church service at the gazebo in the city park on Sunday, July 3. The Kid...

Party in the Park starts Thursday with hot dogs, Kiddie Parade

Party in the Park begins on Thursday, with free hot dogs at Farmers Bank starting at 5 p.m., followed by the traditional 6:30 p.m. Kiddie Parade to the courthouse lawn for games, music by Strait R...

Great Gardens Greet CP Library Friends Walkers

The Center Point Friends of the Library first-ever Garden Walk was blessed with gorgeous weather and gorgeous gardens Saturday, June 18. The following generous hosts opened their gardens for t...

Yippie Hippie Day: Artist to lead unique day of projects

YIPPEE HIPPIE DAY is scheduled for Saturday July 9, from Noon - 6 p.m. at the Vinton Guild of Fine Arts Studio, in the Old West Elementary ( 811 D Ave ),  Room 28   Dress in...