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.

• Rug Weaving Class with Teri Showman
• Raku Pottery with Betty Printy

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

Enjoy a great time at the Milton Fall Festival!

Friday

• 6-6:45pm- Mud Bog (AKA: Mud Run) Registration.
  Must be at least 16 years old to participate. Under 18 must have a parent sign a consent form.
• 7pm- Mud Bog Begins- Free will donation to watch. Fox Valley Smokers will be serving.
• Following Mud Bog: kid’s Mud Bog

Saturday
Vendors, Slow Pitch Softball Co-Ed Tournament, Parade, Kid’s games, Kiddie Pull, Entertainment and more!

Sunday
Ball Tournament continues till 10pm or done

• 10:30 am- Church Services in the park with a carry-in dinner. 

Come and find your treasures through Bentonsport!

Visit specialty shops, Mason House B&B and historic characters from Bentonsport's past and hear their tales. Enjoy a homemade meal at the Shelter House 11:00am-12:30pm (free-will donation), Various demonstrations between 1pm & 4pm, tour the Vernon School (Wendell Mohr's former home and studio) and more. 

CANCELLED FOR 2020

This 3-day rally might be in a small town, but it's one heck of a party! 

Open Roads, Good Food, Motorcycles, Live Entertainment, Bike Rodeo, Burnout Pit, Poker Run and a full line up of events, all weekend long!  

Sponsored by the State Line Rally Association.

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.

• Wild Edibles - Fill Your Pantry with Pat Crawford
• Glass Blowing Basics with Tim Blair
• Book Binding: Journals & More with Rene Morford
• Rug Weaving Workshop (Multi-Day) with Teri Showman

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

Ranch Horse Show Series - The sixth of the 2020 series. Jackpot sorting, roping, barrel racing, extreme trail course competition, wine tasting, dance, food concessions, and more. Camping available on grounds.  

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.

• Blacksmithing: Beginning (Multi-Day) with Bill Printy & Mark Heisdorffer

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