Cruise into summer with the Buena Vista Lions Club! Whether you are a car enthusiast ready to show off your ride or just want to admire a variety of classic, custom, and cool vehicles, there is something for everyone. This family-friendly event is open to all vehicle types. A concession stand will be on-site serving food and drinks throughout the cruise (cash only).
Paul Joseph Ryan exhibits "The Little Strange Forest in the Library" at the Glass Case Gallery in August. An artist and poet, Ryan expresses his love for libraries as a sanctuary for imagination. The exhibit explores perception beyond sight, emphasizing dreams and boundless potential. It is open during regular library hours.
Deb Cavanaugh's quilts are on display in the Community Room Gallery throughout August, showcasing her 50-year journey in quilting inspired by her husband's grandmother. An additional presentation will occur on August 18 at 2 PM. The exhibit is open during library hours, and visitors can access it via the circulation desk.
The Iowa County Health Department, O'Connell Pharmacy, and the Family Resource Center are partnering to host a community-wide vaccine clinic. The clinic will offer the Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR) vaccine alongside many other immunizations to help ensure attendees are appropriately protected. A Child Passenger Safety Technician will also be on-site from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM to perform car seat checks.
Part of the 2026 Morrill Lecture Series: "A Revolution of Hope and Community," this presentation features guest speaker Sarah Lloyd. The lecture will explore how the modern U.S. food supply chain has evolved to favor consolidation and large commodity producers, and what this shift means for farmers, communities, and regional food systems.
Join us the fourth Monday of every month for an Open Mic, hosted by Dylan Harris! We've got the mics, the plug-ins, and the piano—you bring the music! Whether you want to play solo, sing to a backup, or get the band together, this is the place. Come on out and show your stuff, or just support the folks on stage. Either way, we're making music together!
Attendees are invited to Tree Talk Tuesdays, a virtual open office hours event hosted by the Savanna Institute and Canopy Farm Management. The 30 minute sessions are designed for individuals interested in farming with trees or those who have a tree project underway and need answers.
Paul Joseph Ryan exhibits "The Little Strange Forest in the Library" at the Glass Case Gallery in August. An artist and poet, Ryan expresses his love for libraries as a sanctuary for imagination. The exhibit explores perception beyond sight, emphasizing dreams and boundless potential. It is open during regular library hours.
Deb Cavanaugh's quilts are on display in the Community Room Gallery throughout August, showcasing her 50-year journey in quilting inspired by her husband's grandmother. An additional presentation will occur on August 18 at 2 PM. The exhibit is open during library hours, and visitors can access it via the circulation desk.
The River Valley School District clothing swap event will be open to the public during Open House! Families from parochial school, homeschool, or who are not yet in school are welcome to attend as well. Come peruse donated, gently used apparel.
The River Valley School District is opening all of its buildings for a district-wide open house. Students are encouraged to use this time to meet their teachers, walk through their schedules, drop off supplies, practice locker combinations, and get excited for the year ahead. School pictures for RVE and RVI will take place during the open house hours, while JH/HS pictures will be held earlier from 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The RV Food Service team will provide freshly baked cookies and other refreshments at all buildings. Additionally, a clothing swap will be available in the RVI cafeteria, where families are welcome to take any donated clothing they may need or want. Multiple food trucks will also be on-site for families to enjoy a meal or treat.
Tuesday and Thursday evenings (weather permitting). Casual and fun community soccer play for teens and adults. Meet at the Intermediate School soccer fields.