Villages of Van Buren - Event CalendarDiscover fun things to do all year long!Display Events For: Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun Ongoing Events 2024Feb 29th - Mar 1st » Villages Folk School ClassesThe 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 a peaceful rural setting, so students can return to a simpler time and witness the importance of the artisan in village life. Pre-registration is required for classes.
Pre-registration is required for classes.
March 2024Mar 1st » Stockport American Legion's Annual Fish FryRaffle ticket and dinner all for $15! That's right, get your raffle ticket and enjoy fish fillets, potato salad, beans and beverages for $15.
Mar 2nd » Van Buren County Conservation Bird HikeJoin Van Buren County Naturalist Chloe for a hike at Morris Park to explore and discover various bird species found in our local habitat. This mile hike will have various terrain types from moderate to difficult. This trail is grass and dirt, proper hiking attire and bug spray is recommended. We have a limited number of binoculars available if you don't have your own.
Registration is encouraged but not required.
Mar 3rd » Bonaparte EMS Pancake and Sausage SupperDon't worry about cooking supper, let the Bonaparte EMS handle it for you! Free will donation, with proceeds going for equipment upgrades.
Mar 6th » Rosie the Riveters of Iowa PresentationLinda Betsinger McCann has been doing genealogy research for over 40 years. She gives genealogy the credit for her writing books on Iowa history. She has had 15 books about Iowa history published. “Rosie the Riveter was a promotional campaign to encourage women to go to work during World War II. The men had left jobs to fight in the war, and women were needed to fill those jobs. Iowa had 70 companies with military contracts during WWII. Linda was able to speak with 35 women who worked during the war. She shares their memories when she speaks.”
Mar 8th - Mar 9th » Villages Folk School ClassesThe 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 a peaceful rural setting, so students can return to a simpler time and witness the importance of the artisan in village life. Pre-registration is required for classes.
Pre-registration is required for classes.
Mar 9th » Van Buren County Conservation Bird HikeJoin Van Buren County Naturalist Chloe for a hike at Lacey Keosauqua Beach to explore and discover various bird species found in our local habitat. This 2-mile hike will have various terrain types from Registration is encouraged but not required.
Mar 16th » Wild Game SamplerAre you adventurous enough to try new foods? If so, come sample the menu and enjoy a night of raffles and auctions. This helps raise funds for the 4H Shooting Sports events.
Mar 16th » Bonaparte Library Dinner TheaterThe kids are working hard for their debut of Boxcar Children 120 seats available for meal: $20.00
Mar 17th » St. Patty's DinnerEnjoy a St. Patty’s dinner at the Opera House! Serving: corned beef & cabbage, beef stew, cornbread, homemade desserts & drinks for a free-will offering.
Mar 21st » Ladies Night OutAn evening for the ladies! You'll get to enjoy Wine Samples, Take Home Crafts, In-House Crafts, Swag Bag full of goodies, and so much more!
Mar 22nd - Mar 23rd » Annual Keosauqua Public Library Bake SaleKeosauqua Public Library Annual Bake/Book Sale Fundraiser, Friday March 22, 1pm-5pm and Saturday March 23, 8am-Noon. Free Will Offering. Open to the general public.
Mar 22nd » Keosauqua Lions Soup Supper and AuctionNourish yourself and support your community at the same time! After you have your fill to eat, place your bids on donated business items, original artwork, baked goods and more! Proceeds help fund local Lions projects.
Mar 23rd » Villages Folk School ClassesThe 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 a peaceful rural setting, so students can return to a simpler time and witness the importance of the artisan in village life. Pre-registration is required for classes.
Pre-registration is required for classes.
Mar 23rd » Van Buren County Conservation Bird HikeJoin Van Buren County Naturalist Chloe in exploring Lindsay Wilderness. Discover different bird species during a mile hike starting at the South Entrance of Lindsay in Bonaparte. This trail is gravel and timber so proper hiking attire and bug spray is recommended. This mile hike will have various terrain types from moderate to difficult. We have a limited number of binoculars available if you don't have your own. Registration is encouraged but not required.
Mar 23rd » March 23 Easter Egg Hunts in the Villages of Van BurenGet Those Easter Baskets Ready!
Mar 23rd » Birmingham Homecoming Fish/Chicken SupperYum, Dine in or carry-out! Enjoy a fish/chicken supper from 5 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. Serving: fish fillets, chicken strips, macaroni and cheese, coleslaw, baked beans, various desserts, and drinks. Cost: $13.00 and Children 6 and under eat free. Proceeds will be used to finance the 2024 Homecoming event May 31, June 1 and June 2.
Mar 25th » Read Accross IowaKids aged 4 and up are invited to join us at the library with Iowa State Extension to read and learn about food, science about our foods, STEAM events and snacks.
Mar 29th » Bonaparte Fire Dept. Annual Catfish DinnerJoin the Bonaparte Fire Dept. 5-8pm for their Annual Catfish Dinner. Serving: whole catfish, potato salad and baked beans for a free will donation. Raffle tickets are available by calling 641-777-9764 All Proceeds of the dinner & raffles are going for equipment upgrades for the Bonaparte Fire Dept.
Mar 30th » Easter Egg Hunts in the Villages of Van BurenGet Those Easter Baskets Ready!
Mar 30th » Birmingham Lions Salisbury Steak SupperFill your belly with a Salisbury steak supper with mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, various desserts, soft serve ice cream, and various drinks! $10 per meal
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