Villages of Van Buren - Event Calendar

For all the buffet lovers...a buffet is tentatively set for September 4th and 5th. 

Serving: Oven Baked Chicken, Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Noodles, Green Beans, Cooked Cabbage, Salad Bar, Homemade Bread & Pies. Adults: $11, Seniors: $10, Children ages 5-12: $5.50, Under 4: Free.

Bakery will be open during buffet hours.

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

RESCHEDULED TO 2021

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. 

Visit specialty shops, Mason House B&B and historic characters from Bentonsport's past and hear their tales.

Enjoy covered wagon tours, artisan demonstrations, two old men with free advise, live music, food vendors 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 businesses of Keosauqua appreciate the support of
the motorcyclist that have gathered here in
Van Buren County over the last 30 years
and hope you have a wonderful time in the Villages!

Friday, September 18
Live Music at the Hotel Manning Courtyard
with The Chickadees - 7:00pm

Saturday, September 19
Downtown Keosauqua will have some
roads blocked off from Noon-10pm

Bike Show on 1st Street
in front of First Iowa State Bank - 1:00pm

LIVE MUSIC
Slick Willy featuring Sean Coulter and Rick Gridley - 5:00pm
Van & The Movers - 7:00pm
 

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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.

• 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

The Birmingham Homecoming will host a carry-out fish/chicken supper from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Serving: fish fillets, chicken strips, macaroni and cheese, cole slaw, baked beans, various desserts, various flavors of Powerade drink and bottled water. Cost of the meal is $10.00.

Don't miss Dutchman's Store annual Sidewalk / Fabric Sale! Fabric, Gift Items, Shoes and much more at greatly reduced prices. 

Hours: Mon-Fri 8a-6p, Sat. 8a-5p, Closed Sunday., 

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

Have a blast at the Model Railroad & Railroadiana Show, sponsored by the Eldon Depot Committee and Museum (held in cinjunction with Old Iron Show). 

Be sure to take the family to the Eldon Depot Museum! It will be open Sat. 10am-6pm and Sun. Noon-4pm. It's located at 405 KD Ave., Eldon, IA 52554

The Birmingham Lions is hosting a carry-out tenderloin supper, with proceeds going to pay for the utilities of the Lions Building.

Serving: tenderloin sandwiches, baked beans, cole slaw, desserts, bottle water and lemonade. Full meal is $9.00 and tenderlion sandwich and  drink is $6.00.