Villages of Van Buren - Event Calendar

The Villages Folk School specializes in providing learning experiences in traditional arts and skills while drawing upon the uniqueness of each of the eleven historic Villages of Van Buren County Iowa. Classes are held in peaceful rural settings so students can return to a simpler time and witness the importance of the artisan in village-life. Pre-registration is required for classes.

• Pottery I: Wheel Thrown (Multi-Day) with Betty Printy

Pre-registration is required for classes.
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The Villages Folk School specializes in providing learning experiences in traditional arts and skills while drawing upon the uniqueness of each of the eleven historic Villages of Van Buren County Iowa. Classes are held in peaceful rural settings so students can return to a simpler time and witness the importance of the artisan in village-life. Pre-registration is required for classes.

• Chair Caning: 7-Step Process with Verne & Doris Ramsey

Pre-registration is required for classes.
Register for March Classes

Come check out the up and coming Adam Whitehead and be the first to hear songs from his upcoming record “#2”. Adam’s Song, Single Mom, hit radio and made it to #2 on the Apple Country Album Charts, #138 on Country Radio and #7 on Who’s Hoo Independent Country Countdown.

The Villages Folk School specializes in providing learning experiences in traditional arts and skills while drawing upon the uniqueness of each of the eleven historic Villages of Van Buren County Iowa. Classes are held in peaceful rural settings so students can return to a simpler time and witness the importance of the artisan in village-life. Pre-registration is required for classes.

• Luck, Love and Letterpress with Mel Stockwell

Pre-registration is required for classes.
Register for March Classes

St. Patty’s Day Lunch Special: Corned Beef and Cabbage with Homemade Beer Bread.

The Villages Folk School specializes in providing learning experiences in traditional arts and skills while drawing upon the uniqueness of each of the eleven historic Villages of Van Buren County Iowa. Classes are held in peaceful rural settings so students can return to a simpler time and witness the importance of the artisan in village-life. Pre-registration is required for classes.

• Compact Yarn Making with Pat Crawford

Pre-registration is required for classes.
Register for March Classes

Lots of great deals, specials and giveaways at local chamber businesses!

Have some cookies and coffee with Mossy Oak Properties Boley Real Estate Office, as they celebrate their 35th Anniversary during Keosauqua Chamber Spring Open House.

Enjoy a carry-out fish fillets/chicken strip supper. Meal includes macaroni and cheese, baked beans, various desserts and beverages. Cost of the meal is $10.00. Children 6 and under eat free.

Van Buren County Extension and 4-H is partnering with the Keosauqua Public Library for 'Read Across Iowa 2021.

They will be hosting a reading program for young community members. Books will be read -- There will be 'make and takes' while supplies last. Swag bags donated by the VBC Leo Club, while supplies last, and a light snack will be provided.

Grab and go kits will be available for families that would like to participate from home, while supplies last.

Pre-registration is not required, but supplies will be limited to 50 on a first-come, first-served basis.