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Welcome to Buchanan County, Iowa!

Buchanan County, Iowa, has so much to offer -- everything from parks, trails, fun events, historical sites, variety of businesses and amenities, and more! Each town’s individuality is a part of the larger community of Buchanan County.

Stay a day, stay a week, or stay even longer! You will find much to do, and will quickly see why we are happy to call this place home. We welcome you to Buchanan County ... visit us soon ... you may even decide to stay!

Index National Register of Historical Places Recreation/Misc. Services Calendar of Events Illinois Central Railroad Depot (Buchanan Co. Visitors Center) Buchanan County Churches Aurora (50607) Brandon (52210) Parks of Buchanan County Fairbank (50629)

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Hazleton (50641) 14 Amish Community 15 Independence (50644) 16-17 Iowa State Univ. Extension, Buchanan Co. 18 R.A.S.H. (Bicycle) Ride 18 Barn Quilts of Buchanan County 19 Wapsipinicon Mill Museum 20 Heartland Acres 21 Office 112, Chamber /Econ. Devel. 22

Locations listed on the National Register of Historic Places 280th Street Bridge-280th St.-over unnamed stream, Independence.

Purdy, Eliphalet W. and Catherine E. Jaquish, House 215 3rd Ave. SW, Independence.

Buchanan County Courthouse 210 5th Ave NE, Independence; also known as PWA Docket IA 1447-F.

Richardson-Jakway House 130th St., Aurora, at Jakway Forest.

Captain D.S. Lee Mansion (under restoration,) 817 1st St., East, Independence. Owned by Buchanan Co. Historical Society.

Shellito, Dr. Judd D. and Margaret S. Clarke, House 310 5th Ave. SE, Independence.

Ezra Round Barn-off C57, Henley Ave., Hazleton.

Fisher-Plane Commercial Building -119 and 121 1st St. East, Independence.

Illinois Central Railroad Depot 1111 5th Ave. NE, Independence.

Malek Theater building 116 2nd Ave., Independence.

State Savings Bank/ Quasqueton Area Historical Building 103 N. Water St., Quasqueton.

Walter, Lowell E., House (Cedar Rock) 2611 Quasqueton Diagonal Blvd. (off W35, NW of Quasqueton).

Wapsipinicon Mill Museum 100 1st St. West, Independence.

Mathias C. Fuhrman and Eva B. Crowell, Farm 1780 185th St., Independence.

Wapsipinicon River Bridge Hwy. 150 over Wapsipinicon River, Independence; walking and bike lane.

Plane, Robert R., & Julie L., House 310 3rd Ave. SE, Independence.

Weins Commercial Building 129-131 2nd Ave. NE, Independence

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Thank You ...

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Be sure to stop in and see The Depot, gift shop, and pick up new brochures to see what is going on around the area.

Thank you, Judy Lauer, President Buchanan County Tourism

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Taylor’s Ford Bridge Nolan Ave., over Wapsipinicon River, Independence.

Maas Commercial Building 209 1st St. East, Independence.

Munson Building (old library) 210 2nd St. NE, Independence

Independence Public Library Buchanan County Fair Independence Motor Speedway Jesup (50648) Lamont (50650) Quasqueton (52326) Rowley (52329) Stanley (50671) Winthrop (50682) Cedar Rock State Park

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Recreation & Miscellaneous Services

Airport

Independence Airport, located west of Independence, off Highway D22.

For information, call (319)334-4000.

Buchanan Co. Courthouse

210 5th Ave., SE, Independence (319) 334-4109

Buchanan Co. Economic Development Commission

PO Box 109, 112 1st St., East, Independence IA 50644 319-334-7497 www.growbuchanan.com

Chambers of Commerce

Independence Area Chamber of Commerce - PO Box 104, 112 1st St., East, Independence IA 50644, 319334-7178.

Jesup Chamber of Commerce PO Box 134, 791 6th St., Jesup IA 50648, 319-827-3100 or 1128.

Genealogy

Buchanan County Genealogical Society, PO Box 4, Independence IA 50644. Mondays 10 AM-2 PM; Thursdays 4-7 PM (closed holidays), 319-334-9333. Information available: naturalization, cemetery, marriage, birth, death/funeral home records, obituaries, probates, wills. Federal and State census of Buchanan and

surrounding counties, Buchanan County histories/plat books.

Newspapers of Buchanan County from 1856 to present, indexed files. Researchers welcome to visit archives; however, research may be done by volunteers for a fee.

Golfing

Five golf courses throughout Buchanan County, in the cities of Jesup, Fairbank, Independence and Winthrop.

Gym/Recreational Facilities

-- Falcon Civic Center, 1305 5th Ave. NE, and River’sEDGE Sport and Fitness, 206 2nd Ave., SW, Independence. Basketball, weights, cardio equipment, racquetball courts, game room, golf cages, walking track, batting cages, meeting rooms, more, call (319)334-2606 or 6711.

-- Aurora Comet Center, 401 Woodruff St., Aurora, (319)634-FITT, www. auroracometcenter.com. Complete fitness center with weight/cardio room and full sized AAU sports court gym and walking track. Facility open to members 24/7.

Historical Society

Buchanan Co. Historical Society www.buchanancountyhistory.com Phone (319) 334- 4616 Email: bchs.lkh@gmail.com Facebook: Wapsi Mill

Hospital

Buchanan County Health Center, 1600 1st St., E., Independence, 319332-0999

Hunting & Fishing

Hunting October through December: pheasant, rabbit and deer. Fish the Wapsipinicon River Water Trail and various spots throughout Buchanan County.

- Wapsie Bowhunters Archery Club Office, 125 3rd Ave. SE, Independence, contact: Steve McGraw (319)334-3364

Libraries Aurora - in the Comet Center, 401 Woodruff St. 319-634-3960.

Fairbank - 212 Main St., E. 319-6352487 Independence - 805 1st St. E., 319334-2470 Jesup - 721 6th St., 319-827-1533 Lamont - 616 Bush St., 563-924-3203 Winthrop - 354 W. Madison, 319935-3374

Racing

Independence Motor Speedway, just west of Highway 150 N. at Buchanan County Fairgrounds. Racing events every Saturday night, April through August. More information at www.raceindee.com

Snowmobiling

Over 160 miles of trails throughout Buchanan County, groomed weekly or as needed. Drag races third Sunday in September. Governed

by Wapsipinicon Snowmobile Association, contact Ted Thoma at 563-920-5384, PO Box 802, Independence IA 50644.

Website: www.wsaIowa.com

Swimming & Aquatic Centers -- 511 East Main, Fairbank, (319)635-2533 -- 609 5th St. SE, Independence, (319)334-7464 -- 334 2nd St. S., PO Box 98, Winthrop, (319)935-3306

Tourism

Buchanan County Tourism Bureau, Illinois Central Railroad Depot, 1111 5th Ave., NE, Independence, IA, 319334-3439 (open afternoons, May 15 to October 15).

Buchanan County Tourism Visitor’s Center 1111 5th Ave NE, Independence, Iowa 50644 • 319-334-3439 • County-wide Historical Tourist Attraction Information • Tour the Historical Depot & Gift Shop • Call Ahead for Tours and Hours for the Visitor’s Center • E-mail us at: buchcotour@indytel.com •This center is staffed by volunteers •Open May15-October 15

Visit: www.growbuchanan.com/living-here/tourism/ or www.facebook.com/BuchananCountyTourism

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2015 Calendar of Events May

Saturday, May 2 Fairbank Citywide Garage Sales

May 23-25 Quasqueton Historical Society Museum Open House, 10 AM-4 PM. Open Memorial Day weekend - Labor Day weekend or by appointment.

Admission free, www.east-buc.k12. ia.us/Quas/Qhist/home.html

Mondays, May 4 & 11 Memoir Project Independence Public Library, 10 AM. Learn to write your memoir with Jacquie McTaggart. 319-334-2470, www.independence.lib.ia.us

Monday, May 25 Quasqueton American Legion & Auxiliary Memorial Day Parade and Service, 11 AM parade, ceremony at cemetery followed by beef dinner, Legion Hall. 319-934-3639.

Thursday-Saturday, May 7-9 Artist Showcase Independence Public Library. Free monthly local artist exhibit. 319-3342470, www.independence.lib.ia.us

Wednesday, May 27 An Old Time Meal at Jakway 5 PM, Historic Richardson-Jakway House, W45 south of Aurora, $20 (registration limited, call 319-6362617). Enjoy 19th century meal, program, learn about Iowa’s past.

Saturday, May 2 Fontana Herb Society Plant Sale 8 - 11 AM, Fontana Park, Hazleton.

Monday, May 11 Adventures in Nature Independence Public Library, 6 PM. Educational, fun program for children K-5 with Buchanan Co. Agricultural Extension. 319-334-2470, www. independence.lib.ia.us Tuesday, May 12 Superhero Night Independence Public Library, 5-7 PM. Open house with games, activities, crafts to kick off Summer Reading Program. For all ages. 319-334-2470, www.independence.lib.ia.us Friday , May 15 Illinois Central Railroad Depot (Tourism Bureau) opens for season.

Railroad items on display, gift shop, Memorial Brick Garden Walk. Open Tuesdays - Sundays through midOctober. Located at 1111 5th Ave., NE, Independence, (319)334-3439.

Friday, May 15 Friday Night Live at Five “Friday Night Fiesta”, Riverwalk Parks, free to public, 5-9 PM, live music, food and drink available, 319-3347178, indycommerce.com Wednesday, May 20 Cedar Rock the Walter House Opens for Season Experience Frank Lloyd Wright by touring this ethereal estate. Open Wednesday-Sunday into October, call or email to reserve tour at 319-9343572, cedar_rock@dnr.iowa.gov Wednesday, May 20 Archery for Beginners, 6:30 PM, Fontana Park, Hazleton, (319)6362617 to register.

June Friday, June 5 & Saturday, June 6 10th Annual Indee’s River Walk Cruise fundraiser for Make-A-Wish Iowa, Riverwalk Parks. Show off Friday 5-8 PM, music and socializing.

Saturday: Indee’s Cruisemeisters new cruise route. Cruise leaves 1 PM sharp.

Information: Hoskie 319-961-6686, indeescruisemeisters@yahoo.com or www.indeescruisemeisters.com Saturday, June 6 Cedar Valley Hospice William “Rabbit” Donnelly Memorial Golf Tournament, Winthrop Buffalo Creek Golf Club, 8 AM; contact Cedar Valley Hospice for info and registration forms (319)334-6960 www.cvhospice.org Saturday, June 6 Friends of Cedar Rock Strawberry Moon Evening fundraiser, 7-10 PM. Experience Cedar Rock under full moon, refreshments. Call 319-934-3572 or email cedar_rock@dnr.iowa.gov Sunday, June 7 Lion’s Club Car Cruise & Burn Out Downtown Jesup, registration 1 PM, cruise 4 PM. (319)827-1673 or 827-1128.

June 8, 9 & 11 Wee Nature Tales, age 3-5, Mondays June 8-July 27, Tuesdays June 9-July 28 , Thursdays June 11-July 30, Fontana Park, 10 AM, (319)636-2617 to register.

June 8 & 10 Nature Explorers, age 6-8, Mondays June 8-July 27, 2:30 PM or Wednesdays June 10 – July 29, 1 PM, Fontana Park, (319)636-2617 to register.

June 9 &10 Young Naturalists, age 9-12, Tuesdays June 9-July 29, 1 PM or Wednesdays, June 10-July 29, 9 AM, Fontana Park, (319)636-2617 to register.

Summer Reading Program, Family fun with Dennis Porter from Happy Faces Entertainment. Interactive, program to bring out superhero in all of us. 319-3342470, www.independence.lib.ia.us

Wednesday, June 10 Rockets Away! Independence Public Library, 9:30 AM. Summer Reading Program. Rockets of all shapes and sizes launched with Bluedorn Science Imaginarium. 319-334-2470, www. independence.lib.ia.us

Friday, June 19 Annual Independence Area Chamber of Commerce Golf Outing Three Elms Golf Course, 4-Person Best Shot, (319)334-7178.

Thursday, June 11 Picnic in Winthrop Park, sponsored by Women’s Fellowship of Church of Christ United, 11 AM-1 PM. Carryouts avail.

Friday, June 12 Friday Night Live at Five “Smoke on the Wapsi!” Riverwalk Parks, free to public, 5-9 PM, live music, food and drink available.

(319)334-7178, indycommerce.com Saturday, June 13 Quasky Bottom Feeders Tourney 5:30 AM-noon, lunch fish fry, prizes, families welcome! Pre-register at Wee Willys or sign up that morning at boat ramp. If flooded, event may be postponed, (319)934-9301.

Saturday, June 13 R.A.S.H. Ride Bicycle ride, with breakfast 7:30 AM at Bill’s Pizza & Smokehouse parking lot, Independence; 25-, 50-, or 66mile options. Ride begins 9 AM from Bill’s, www.rashride.org Saturday, June 13 Tractor Ride sponsored by Heartland Acres Agribition Center, Independence. Tour Buchanan County on favorite tractor. (319)3320123, www.heartlandacresusa.com Saturday & Sunday, June 13-14 Hazleton Flea Market Days Downtown, Hazleton Park, flea market, parade and Legion Hall breakfast on Saturday, games, food, dance, 319-636-2548.

Sunday, June 14 Audie Murphy “To Hell and Back” Independence Public Library, 2 PM. Broadway and film veteran Duffy Hudson presents memorable bioplay of America’s most decorated hero of WWII. 319-334-2470, www. independence.lib.ia.us Wednesday, June 17 Super Me to the Rescue Independence Public Library, 9:30 AM.

Friday & Saturday, June 19 & 20 Winthrop Days Celebration Friday night: 5K Run/Walk, street dance featuring Swing Crew, Saturday: Big Ball Tourney, inflatable rides, music, tug of war, face painting, food, parade (4 PM), street dance, fireworks. www.cityofwinthrop.com Tuesday, June 23 Dan Wardell’s Reading Road Trip Independence Public Library, Shows at 9:30 & 10:30 AM. Free performance promoting reading, exercise from IPTV’s most famous guy! 319-334-2470, www. independence.lib.ia.us Wednesday, June 24 Taylor Stichka, Independence Public Library, 9:30 AM Summer Reading Program. Entertaining music for whole family. 319-334-2470, www. independence.lib.ia.us Friday, Saturday, June 26, 27 Fairbank Days, downtown and park, kiddie parade, crowning Miss Fairbank, teen dance, parade, car show and dance, fireworks, midway (319) 635-2811, www.fairbank-ia.org Saturday, June 27 Trick’s Ride, motorcycle ride to raise funds for gas cards for those receiving medical treatment. Ride starts at Pat’s Tap, Independence; sign-up at noon, depart 2 PM; ride ends in Quasqueton.

Raffle and silent auction.

Saturday, June 27 Relay for Life of Buchanan County, Teams walking for a great cause, 3 PM - 10 PM, inside Independence High School, 1-800-227-2345 www.RelayForLife.org/buchanania

July Friday, July 3 Independence Day Celebration begins Riverwalk Parks in Independence, free, 1-6 PM, live music, games vendors, drinks, more! Fun for the family! www.celebrateindee.com

4 Saturday, July 4 155th Independence 4th of July Parade starts 9 AM, route is 1st St. E. and 2nd Ave., NE. Theme: Putting on the Ritz. Contact Chamber of Commerce 319-334-7178 to register parade entries. Celebration continues in Riverwalk Parks with FunZone, Reading of Declaration of Independence, live music, volleyball, fireworks, more! www. celebrateindee.com Saturday, July 4 Aurora 4th of July Celebration Parade, games, food, fireworks and more. (319)634-3330 or email dyoung@netins.net Sunday, July 5 4th of July Chamber Breakfast, Wapsipinicon Mill, 8 AM-noon; Ecumenical Church Service, 9:30 AM, Veterans Park, Independence.

Wednesday, July 8 Superhero Respect Show Independence Public Library, 9:30 AM. Kids learn value of RESPECT through favorite Super Heroes. 319-334-2470, www.independence.lib.ia.us Thursday, July 9 Picnic in Winthrop Park, sponsored by Women’s Fellowship of Church of Christ United, 11 AM-1 PM. Carryouts avail.

Thursday-Saturday, July 9, 10, 11 Annual Jesup Farmers Day Celebrating its 100th year!

Downtown Jesup, over 100 hours of free entertainment, children’s games, tractor pull, parade, lots of great food. www.jesupfarmersday.org July 8-11 Buchanan Co. Fair, Independence Fairgrounds, just west of Hwy. 150 N. Fun for the whole family!

Saturday, July 11 Winthrop Church of Christ Pew Ride/ Poker Run, motorcycles & classic cars.

Info: 319-239-1460 or 319-935-3353.

Friday - Sunday, July 17-19 Rowley Days Celebration Downtown and City Park, Big Ball Tourney, Antique Tractor Pull, Parade, kids games, more! (319) 938-0004.

Saturday, July 18 Strolling with the Spirits, Oakwood Cemetery, Independence, noon-3 PM, $5 guided tour every half hour.

Saturday, July 18 Quasqueton American Legion Steak Fry in conjunction with Patriot Motorcycle Ride, 5 PM, Quasqueton American Legion Hall.

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Saturday, July 18 Cedar Rock goes to the Dogs Friends of Cedar Rock with Buchanan County Animal Shelter, in honor of Frank Lloyd Wright designed dog house display at Cedar Rock. Furry friends and their owners enjoy unique fundraiser, 319-934-3572 or email cedar_rock@dnr.iowa.gov Wednesday, July 18 Magician Rick Eugene Independence Public Library, 9:30 AM. Summer Reading Program. Sly magic tricks, upbeat comedy routine, and balloon twisting to encourage the kids to read. 319-334-2470, www. independence.lib.ia.us Wednesday, July 22 Furry Friends Independence Public Library, 9:30 AM. Summer Reading Program. A traveling exotic petting zoo for the entire family. 319-334-2470, www. independence.lib.ia.us

August Saturday, August 1 Lamont Day Parade, kids games, great food, more!

(563)924-2196, (563)924-2194 Sunday, August 2 Hazleton School Alumni Picnic, City Park, 11 AM potluck, (319)334-3273.

Friday, Saturday, August 7-8 Brandon Days, Theme: Decades of Rock n Roll, downtown and City Park, Friday car cruise, Saturday - car show, parade, tractorcade, , dance, games, food, (319)474-2166, (319)474-2387, www.bacciowa.com Friday, August 7 Friday Night Live at Five “Back to School Bash,” Riverwalk Parks, free, 5-9 PM, live music, food and drink available. (319)334-7178.

Sunday, August 9 15th Annual Hobo Day Illinois Central Railroad Depot, Hwy. 150 N, Independence. Hobo stew, music, stories, door prizes, and train displays. Information: (319)334-3439 Sunday, August 9 Stanley Fireman’s Ice Cream Social For information call 319-634-3310.

Saturday, August 15 Underground Independence, 10 AM - 2 PM, $10 tickets at Wapsipinicon Mill 8:30 AM - 1 PM, www.buchanancountyhistory.com Saturday, August 15 Quasqueton Car Club Car Show Registration 8-12:30, $10 fee, awards 3 PM. Info: 319-327-4225.

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5 Saturday, August 22 26th Annual Quasqueton Area Historical Society Fish Fry Downtown Quasqueton, begins 5 PM. If rain - American Legion Hall.

Saturday, August 22 Independence Brew-B-Q Riverwalk Parks, 11 AM – 9 PM. Food vendors. Enjoy taste of great brews & barbecue, griller contest, home brew seminar, great live entertainment. www.celebrateindee.com Tuesday, August 25 Cinerama Holiday screening Independence Public Library, 6:30 PM, 1955 film shot in Cinerama with Independence native Randy Gitsch, shows American couple traveling in Europe and European couple traveling in the U.S. Free. 319-3342470, www.independence.lib.ia.us

September Wednesday, Sept. 9 An Old Time Meal at Jakway 5 PM, Historic Richardson-Jakway House, W45 south of Aurora, $20 each (registration limited, call 319636-2617). Enjoy 19th century meal, program, and learn about Iowa’s past.

Thursday-Friday, Sept. 11-12 Fall Festival, take in views & smells of fall in Independence.

Thursday, September 17 Wine & Chocolate Walk, “Wined down� in downtown Independence; enjoy wine, chocolate while shopping!

Sunday, October 4 Brandon Annual Firemen’s Auction 1 PM, Wilson Street, 319-474-2166 www.bacciowa.com

Saturday, October 31 Aurora Trick or Treat, 5-7 PM.

Sunday, September 20 Brandon Cowboy Breakfast Brandon Community Center, 8 AM - 1 PM. Information: 319-474-2166 or 319-474-2387, www.bacciowa.com

Weekends of Oct. 16-17, 23-24, 3031, Quasqueton Haunted House, 7-11 PM. Fundraiser for Quasky Community Club, 319-934-3247.

Friday and Saturday, Nov. 6-7 Holiday Preview, downtown Independence.

Sunday, September 20 Snowmobile Drag Races Contact Ted Thoma 563-920-5384. www.wsaiowa.com Saturday, September 26 Art Under The Oaks juried art show, Lee Mansion, Independence. Browse creations of artists of many mediums, 515-209-9171.

Sunday, September 27 Monti Fall Festival, Monti Community Center. Local wines, apples and craft vendors. Register to enter Apple Gallop 5K run/walk. Visit monticc.com or call 319-934-3597.

October Saturday, October 3 Fairbank City-Wide Garage Sales Sunday, October 4 Fairbank Waffle Breakfast, Legion Hall, 8:30 AM - noon

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Saturday, October 17 Friends of Cedar Rock Afternoon with Frank Lloyd Wright, 1-4 PM. Lecture topics relate to the life, history, work of Frank Lloyd Wright, 319-934-3572 or email cedar_rock@ dnr.iowa.gov Saturday, October 24 3rd Annual Zombie Run Hosted by Independence Area Chamber of Commerce, Buchanan Co. Fair Association, 5K Zombie Run at fairgrounds with fun, food, drink, and scares ... just in time for Halloween! Register to be runner or a zombie www.indeezombierun.com Friday, October 30 Independence Chamber of Commerce Trick or Treating Downtown Independence, 4-5:30 PM. (319)334-7178.

Saturday, October 31 Hazleton Halloween Treat City Park, 5-8 PM.

November

Saturdays and Sundays, Nov. 7-8 to Dec. 6, Christmas at the Depot. Illinois Central Railroad Depot. Hwy. 150 N., Independence, Sat. 12-8 PM, Sun. 12-5 PM; last day, Dec. 6, ends 3 PM with all holiday items going to highest bidder. Small table-top trees and specialty items, sold at silent auction. All 11 towns in Buchanan County donate Christmas items.

Information (319)334-3439.

Friday, November 13 Buchanan Co. Health Trust Dinner & Auction 18th Annual Celebration, 6 PM, Heartland Acres Event Center, Independence. Information: (319)332-0905.

Thursday, November 19 Quasqueton American Legion Auxiliary Thanksgiving Dinner, American Legion Hall, 5-7 PM, (319) 934-3639.

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6 Saturday, Nov. 21 Aurora Old Fashioned Christmas Information: (319)634-3822 or email alamode@netins.net Saturday, Nov. 28 Whitetails Unlimited Banquet Wolfey’s in Quasqueton, silent & live auction. Info: 319-934-3445.

Saturday, Nov. 28 Small Business Saturday. Shop local and support small businesses!

December Thursday, December 3 Fairbank Holiday Hop, 5-8 PM Friday, Saturday, December 4-5 Brandon Christmas Festival Tractor hay rides, free kettle popcorn, cocoa, cookies, entertainment, Santa Claus, (319)474-2387 or 474-2317. www.bacciowa.com Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Dec. 4-6 Jingle on Main, Downtown Independence. Check the naughty and nice off your list and enjoy a festive time with Christmas tree lighting, window walk, treats, shopping and Santa! (319)334-7178.

Saturday, December 5 Holiday Cookie Walk, 10 AM - noon, sponsored by Buchanan Co. Historical Society, First United Presbyterian Church, Independence.

Saturday December 5 Kid’s Christmas Shopping, Legion Hall, Hazleton 1-3 PM, (319)636-2854.

Saturday, December 5 Fairbank Community Club Appreciation Day and Santa Visit, Legion Hall, 10-11 AM Sunday, December 6 Christmas at the Depot (last day), Independence, ends at 3 PM. All holiday items go to the highest bid.

Christmas at the Depot

Christmas at the Illinois Central Depot starts the weekend of Nov. 7-8. Stop in to see what 50 different individuals and business people from around the county came up with for the festive decorated trees.

You have to see them to believe it!

Also featured are 25 specialty items. Who knows what they will be? Always a great surprise!

Stop in at the Illinois Central Depot, 1111 5th Ave., NE in Independence, to see what the surprises are for 2015. Admission is free, but a cash or food donation for the local food pantry is appreciated.

Christmas at the Depot is open five weekends, starting Nov. 7-8 through Dec. 6. Saturdays, 12-8 PM and Sundays 12-5 PM. Closing day, Dec. 6; bidding ends at 3 PM. Music in Hazleton, Friday evenings April-November, Hootenanny-Legion Hall, listen, dance or perform!

Buchanan County Tourism group meets second Tuesday of month; held in all 11 towns in the county, 319-334-3439.

Day before Easter, Fairbank Easter Bunny Visit, Riverside Park Gazebo, 10 AM, if rain, I.C. Hall. (319)635-2811 4th Friday of April.

Aurora American Legion Smelt Fry, 4:30-8:30 PM. May - October, First Sunday of each month, Brandon Trailblazers Saddle Club horse shows.

Fun for entire family. Info: Carol Gibbs 319-4723152, email: btriblzers@ gmail.com

Miscellaneous Events December-March - Aurora American Legion Pancake Breakfasts second & fourth Sundays.

Farmers Markets Independence Saturdays 8 AM-12 PM, Wapsipinicon Mill Museum Jesup - Thursdays 11 AM -2 PM (September-October, 4-6 PM), at east end of park pavilion

Bingo: Hazleton, Thursdays 6:30 PM, Legion Hall, (319)636-2854.

Fairbank- Mondays, 6:30 PM, Legion Hall Independence-Tuesdays, starts at 6:30 PM, Buchanan Co. Fairgrounds 4-H Building.

Saturday, December 19, Santa in Quasqueton, 2 PM, Legion Hall.

Other events include dances, plant sales, a variety of fundraisers and garage sales. Be sure to visit their websites or check with local businesses and media for details.

Day before Easter Hazleton Easter Egg Hunt, City Park

Aurora Historical Society Building, open to public first Saturday of June, July, August, 1-4 PM; July 4, weekend before Thanksgiving, and by appointment, (319) 6343339, (319) 634-3396, or (319) 634-3319.

Saturday December 12 Santa in Hazleton, 10 AM-noon, Legion Hall, (319) 636-2548.

During the year, each Buchanan County city invites you to attend their town celebrations, steak fries, fish fries, dinners, barbecues, and breakfasts.

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The Depot Look at what $1.00 will buy you! The Buchanan County Tourism Bureau was formed in 1992. The group purchased the Illinois Central Depot and Baggage building in 1994 for one dollar. In 1996, the two buildings were moved to their new location at 1111 5th Ave., NE, Independence.

It is called the Buchanan County Tourism Visitors Center, with lots of information about the county. Stop in to see all the railroad items on display, and pick up free brochures.

In 2000, a memorial brick walk was laid out at the depot to honor veterans of the railroad, military, school classmates and many volunteers and friends of the depot.

In 2002, a 1940 model rail car was donated. It actually runs and sits on the rails. Illinois Central Depot originally used the car for track inspection. Another addition was the installation of a crossing sign and horse-drawn fireman’s hose cart. The cart was pulled by eight men,

and was manufactured in the early 1900s. A collection of Illinois Central Railroad memorabilia is displayed inside the depot.

Located on the west side of the depot sits a 1926 90-ton steam engine and a 45-ton tender (coal car). The 1978 32-ton caboose received a new coat of paint in 2008. These items were purchased from the Illinois Central Railroad. The baggage building will be open for visitors this spring, and includes a display of tools used by railroad workers.

The Buchanan County Tourism group continues to coordinate and serve as volunteers at many community events throughout the county.

Informational monthly meetings are also held at towns throughout the county.

The depot is open May 15 through October 15, Tuesday through Sunday from 12-4 PM. For special tours and additional information, call 319-334-3439.

August 9 will be the tourism group’s 15th Annual Hobo Day. A big hobo stew dinner will be served under the canopy, along with hobo music, stories, door prizes and fun.

Christmas at the Depot, sponsored by Buchanan County Tourism, opens Nov. 7 and the following five weekends, closing Dec. 6. Volunteers from the 11 Buchanan County cities decorate 50 small trees and 25 specialty items, available for public bidding, which closes Dec. 6 at 3 PM.

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Buchanan County Church Directory

Aurora St. Paul’s Lutheran, 109 Prospect St. Pastor Ron Spears, 319-233-3004. Sunday Worship: 9:30 AM. Midweek Community Sunday School Wednesdays 6:30 PM alternating between St. Paul’s Lutheran and Aurora United Methodist Church.

United Methodist, 506 Luella St. Rev. Allen Craft, 563-924-2870. Sunday Worship 10 AM, Midweek Community Sunday School meets Wednesdays 6:30 PM, alternating between United Methodist Church and St. Paul’s Lutheran.

St. John’s Lutheran (Mo. Synod), 208 4th St. N. Rev. Roy W. Berquist,, 319-6352181. Sunday Worship:10 AM; Sunday School/ Bible class: 9 AM (during school year.)

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First Presbyterian, 115 6th Ave. NW Rev. John H. Hougen, 319-334-3523. Sunday Worship 10 AM (nursery available). Handicap accessible and hearing units. fpcoffice@indytel. com; www.fpcindependence.com

Hazleton First Presbyterian, 100 3rd St. SW Pastor Duane Olsen, 319-238-9206. Sunday Worship 9:30 AM; Coffee and fellowship, 10:30 AM, potluck lunch first Sunday of the month

First United Methodist, 313 2nd St. SE. Rev. Scott Meador, 319-334-3689. Sunday Worship 9 AM; Sunday School 10:15 AM; Radio Broadcast 11 AM at 95.3 FM

Trinity United Methodist, 209 1st St. NE Pastor Julie Schubert, 319-636-2784. Sunday Worship 10 AM with fellowship after; Adult Sunday School 9 AM; Wednesday youth group after school, September-May.

Brandon Church of Christ, 306 East St. 319-474-2159, Sunday Worship 10:30 AM; Sunday School 9:30 AM; Independence Praise & Worship-1st Sat. 7 PM; Evening Service Bethel Baptist, 614 3rd St. NE (3rd Sunday-6 PM), Handicap Accessible Pastor Michael Anderson, 319-334-6617. Sunday Worship 10:30 AM/7 PM; Sunday School 9:30 United Methodist, 507 Main St. Pastor Lexie Kirk- AM; Wednesday Prayer & Bible Study 7 PM. patrick, 319-474-2362. Sunday Worship 11:15 AM; Sunday School 9:45 AM; Fellowship 10:45 Calvary Evangelistic Center, 700 13th St. NE, AM. Handicap Accessible Rev. James M. Ganze, 319-334-2743. Sunday’s Fairbank First Baptist, 202 4th St., S. Rev. Mike Andersen, Sunday Worship 9 AM, Sunday School 10 AM Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 302 W. Main, Father Paul McManus, 319-635-2211.

Sunday Mass 8:30 AM Lord of the Harvest Lutheran AFLC, 120 Main St. Rev. Scott Jans, 319-635-2879. Sunday Worship 9 AM; Sunday School 10:15 AM United Methodist, 107 2nd St. N. Reverend Sheryl Hull, 319-635-2932. Sunday Worship 9:15 AM, Coffee/Fellowship 10:15, Worship Wednesdays 6 PM

World Changers (kids) 10 AM; Worship (adults) 10 AM; Family Worship 6:30 PM; Wednesday service 7:30 PM. www.calvary-center.com Cornerstone Foursquare, 707 20th Ave. SW Rev. Marty Schminkey, 319-334-4489. Sunday Worship 10:30 AM, coffee and snacks 10 AM; nursery and children’s ministry during service.

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First Baptist, 301 2nd St. SE Pastor Mike Nemmers, Sunday Worship 10:15 AM; Sunday School 9 AM; Thursday Bible Study 9:30 AM; Tues. bible study at 6:30 PM; Service on Channel 9 Indy Cable Tuesdays & Fridays 8 AM; 319-240-7935. www.indeebaptist.org

Freedom Baptist (Independent), 210 2nd St. SE. Pastor Joshua Graber. 319-3343801, Sunday School 9:30 AM; Worship 10:30 AM; Evening Service 5 PM; Midweek Service Wed. 7 PM; email: jcegraber@hotmail.com Grace Evangelical, 1312 5th Ave. NE (Hwy 150 N) Rev. David Foix, 319-334-4232. Sunday Worship 10:30 AM; Sunday School 9:30 AM Hope Wesleyan, 505 4th Ave NE Rev. Robert Solon, 319-334-7148. Sunday School (all ages) 9:15 AM; Sunday Worship 8 AM, Fellowship 10 AM, 2nd Worship 10:30.

Immanual Lutheran (ELCA), 512 5th St. NE. Sr. Pastor Greg DeBoer, 319-334-2511. Saturday Worship 5:30 PM; Sunday Worship 8 AM & 10:30 AM; Sunday School 9:15 AM; Nursery available/Handicap Accessible/ Hearing devices; www.immanuelindy.com Living Water, 113 2nd Ave NE. Pastor John Sheda, 319-334-6723. Sunday Worship 10:30 AM; Sunday School 9:30 AM; Bible Study Prayer Service and Kid’s Club, Wednesdays 7-8:30 PM. Our Redeemer Lutheran (Missouri Synod), 120 17th Ave. NE. Call 319-334-2745. Sunday School 11:30 AM; Sunday Worship 10:30 AM; Adult Bible Study 11:30 AM

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St. James Episcopal, 202 2nd Ave. NE. Rev. Sue Ann Raymond, 319-334-4297. Holy Eucharist 10 AM 1st, 2nd, & 4th Sunday with Father Sean Burke; Morning Prayer 3rd & 5th Sunday with Rev. Raymond, Godly Play is offered to 4-10 year olds, 9-9:45 AM each Sunday.

St. John’s Catholic, 209 5th Ave. NE. Rev. Donald Plamondon, 319-334-7191, Saturday Mass 4:30 PM; Sunday Mass 10 AM; Confessions Saturdays 3:45-4:15 PM Triumphant Church, SW corner of Hwy. 150 & 20 Rev. Lance Fricke, 319-334-2407. Sunday Worship 10 AM; TNT classes, all ages 11 AM; Wednesday service 7 PM; Oneighty for youth 7 PM; Game Room opens at 6 PM. www.iamtriumphant.com Christian Life Church, 116 1st St. E. Pastor Richard Wearmouth, 319-334-6978, Sunday 10:30 AM & 6 PM; Wednesday, Bible Study 7 PM Jesup American Lutheran Church, 552 Purdy St. Pastor Dawn Pederson, 319-827-6626. Sunday Worship 9 AM; Sunday School 10:15 AM; Fellowship 10 AM; americanluther@jtt.net Jesup Bible Fellowship, 152 South St. Rev. Matthew Perez, 319-827-6231. Sunday Worship 9 AM; Fellowship 10:15; Bible School 10:30 AM

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Rowley First Presbyterian, 212 Park Ave. Worship Leader Steven L. Bush, Sunday Worship 9 AM; Sunday School 10:15 AM; Handicap Accessible

First Presbyterian, 643 6th St. Rev. Kathleen Sheets, 319-827-1701. Sunday/Communion Worship 10 AM; Fellowship 11 AM; Sonlight Service 6 PM; Youth at Christ 7 PM Grace Lutheran, 633 Purdy St. Rev. Roy W. Berquist, 319-827-1257, Sunday Worship 8:30 AM; Sunday School 10 AM; Email: stjohnsluth@ windstream.net St. Athanasius Catholic, 634 Stevens St. Msgr.

Lyle Wilgenbusch, 319-827-6682. Saturday Mass 5 PM; Sunday Mass 8:30 AM; Religious Education 9:30 AM; Fellowship 9:30 AM Lamont Aurora /Lamont Baptist. Rev. Scott Hall, 563-6336545. Sunday Worship 9 AM; Sunday School 10 AM Grace United Methodist, 745 Washington St. Pastor Allen Craft, 563-924-2870. Sunday Worship 8:30 AM Quasqueton Union Protestant Church of Quasqueton, 212 E. Cedar, Rev. Kevin Jennings, 319-934-3558. Worship 10 AM; Sunday School 9 AM

United Methodist, 201 Rowley St. Pastor Sheri Andersen, 319-938-2605. Fellowship 9:30 AM; Sunday Worship 10:30 AM, Wednesday Bible Study 10 AM, Handicap Accessible Stanley Union Church, 126 N. Winslow. Pastor Phil Rownd, 319-634-3757. Sunday Worship 9:30 AM & 7 PM; Sunday School 10:40 AM; Sunday Evening 7 PM; Wednesday Youth: 6:30 PM; Wed. Prayer Meeting 7 PM Winthrop Church of Christ United, 354 2nd St. N. Pastor Dean Schlitter, 319-935-3353. Sunday School 9 AM. Sunday Worship 10:15 AM. St. Patrick Catholic, 555 1st St. S. Rev. Donald Plamondon, 319-935-3871. Mass Saturday 6:30 PM; Sunday 8 AM

Hoover Wesleyan, 2898 310th St. (SE of Quasqueton.) Pastor Dr. Charles Clark, 319-224-9317.

Sunday Worship 10 AM; Sunday School 9 AM; Sunday Evening Worship 6:30 PM; Wednesday Bible Study 7 PM, Kids Club 5-7 PM.

First United Methodist, 455 6th St. Rev. Ruth Ann Melick, 319-827-1675. Sunday Worship 9 AM; welcomehome@jtt.net

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For more information and full schedule of events Come and join us every night in the Open Air Pavilion! Beer, visit our website at www.buchanancountyfair.org Music, and Fun every night of the Fair!!!

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Aurora

The town has a water system, completed in 2007, and several Main Street businesses. The Aurora Historical Society Building on Main Street is home to a collection of local memorabilia that provides a nostalgic walk through time. The society continues to expand exhibits and is open to the public the first Saturday of June, July and August from 1-4 PM, on July 4, the weekend before Thanksgiving, and tours by appointment anytime by calling (319) 634-3339, (319) 634-3396, or (319) 634-3319.

The Aurora Legion is known for its annual Smelt Fry - a tradition for many families throughout Northeast Iowa, held the 4th Friday of April. The Legion also sponsors all-you-can-eat pancake breakfasts the second and fourth Sundays of January, February and March.

Aurora’s Old-Fashioned Christmas Open House offers entertainment, holiday events and shopping the weekend before Thanksgiving. For information email alamode@netins.net or call 319-634-3822.

Whether you are visiting for a few days or a few hours, don’t miss Aurora, a wonderful little community within driving distance of Backbone State Park, Amish community, Jakway Forest and the historic Richardson/ Jakway House. For information please visit www.auroraiowa.com

A Community Looking to the Future The residents of Aurora, in northeast Buchanan County, continue to bring a variety of quality-of-life accomplishments to their community, dedicated to making Aurora a great place to live and work.

The town is known for one of the state’s longest running community 4th of July celebrations (over 50 years!) The old-fashioned family friendly celebration includes truck/tractor pull, kids games, music, fellowship, delicious food, and one of the largest and oldest continuous fireworks displays in the state. It all takes place at the 14-acre city park with ample parking and plenty of shade.

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Brandon

A Little Town We’re Proud to call Home Brandon, nestled in southwest Buchanan County on Lime Creek, is one mile west of U.S. Interstate 380 off exit 49, about halfway between Cedar Rapids and Waterloo. It can also be accessed by D-48 from the east and west and V-71 from the north and south.

The town has a convenience store, manufacturer, beauty shop, churches, auto repair shop, sports bar, realtor, fire department and first responders. Brandon City Park, by the water tower, offers a tennis court and playground equipment. Brandon Area Community Club (BACC) sponsors youth ball in the summer at the regulation size, lighted ball field at the park.

The Community Club sponsors Brandon Days each August, with a parade, car cruise, food, games and dance. The group also sponsors the popular Cowboy Breakfast each September. (See Calendar of Events for dates.)

A benefit auction for the Brandon Fire Department is held the first Sunday in October. A Christmas Festival the first weekend in December includes hayrides, open houses and more! Lime Creek Fish and Game Club has their annual fish fry the last Saturday in March each year at the Brandon Area Community Center. Brandon Trailblazers Saddle Club holds horse shows the first Sunday of each month, April-October, held at the horse arena five miles east of Brandon on D-48. The July show includes 4-H events.

The GAR Hall was constructed in 1887 by Civil War Veterans and has been used for years as the Jefferson Township Hall. The hall features early photos of Brandon. The Historical Society is currently restoring the 1915 two-story bank building to house an area museum.

Brandon Area Community Club recently built a community center on Main Street, which displays Iowa’s largest frying pan. The center features a 3000 square foot event room (seats 240) with full service kitchen to meet any caterer’s needs. A smaller meeting room is available for

Brandon Community Center groups of 50 or less. Brandon Community Center also provides indoor practice area for softball, pitching practice, basketball and bean bag tournaments.

Brandon’s giant frying pan, created in honor of the annual Cowboy Breakfast, measures 14.3 feet tall by 9.3 feet wide and weighs 1020 pounds.

Cedar Valley Nature Trail, a hiking and biking trail, passes through Brandon’s south side, and includes parking, picnic shelter and restrooms. The trail stretches from Waterloo to Cedar Rapids, using a discontinued railroad line. Campers can enjoy several areas such as Lime Creek Park to the northeast, Winegars Lake to the west and MinneEstma to the south.

Public fishing can be enjoyed at Koutney Pond and Cedar River Access.

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Buchanan County Parks & Natural Areas

Campgrounds & cabins - Managed by Buchanan County Conservation Board Buchanan County’s three developed campgrounds provide excellent camping in different parts of the county, at very reasonable fees. For information regarding any Buchanan County Campground, visit www.buchanancountyparks.com or call 319-636-2617.

Fontana Park has some reservable sites, but all other campsites are available on a first-come basis. Fontana also has two reservable cabins.

Only registered campers may stay in campground areas after 10:30 PM. Located a mile south of Hazleton off Highway 150, it is the county’s most popular camping destination. It has its own shower house with flush toilets, and a dump station. Fishing is popular and the nature center is open weekend afternoons. Campers can walk to the live animal display, open throughout the day. Also in walking distance from the campground are Interpretive Nature Center at Fontana Park nature trails, shelter houses, and a playground. Most weekends, campground hosts are available. For 2015, reservable sites were moved to the east side of the campgrounds, in the pine trees.

Sustainable Living Cabins at Fontana offer overnight comfort with solar electricity and energy efficiency. Cabins have a private drive.

Each cabin has two private bedrooms, living/dining room, bathroom with shower, and outside porch. Call 319-636-2617 to reserve a cabin or campsite.

• Corn Fontana Park camping fees: $18 night w/electricity; $12 night w/o • Soybeans electricity; $5 reservation fee. Cabins: Jan. 1 - April 14 $65 night week• Alfalfa Crop Production Services ends (two night minimum); $55 night weekdays; $300 per week. April provides the products 15-Dec. 31 $75 night weekends and holidays (2 night minimum); $65 you require - fertilizer, night weekdays; $350/week. seed, Chemicals & Soil Sampling Jakway Park, south of Aurora, has modern shower house and dump station and also serves as a storm shelter. New in 2015 - a nine-hole disc golf 1435 220th Street • Winthrop course! Jakway is a picturesque, shaded campground featuring stately 319-935-3481 or 800-397-2747 oak trees, nestled in the vast Jakway Forest. Campers can walk the selfguided and forest trails. Buffalo Creek winds through the forest. Campers can fish in the creek or in the old quarry pond. Campers can walk to the playground, use the shelter house, and view historic Richardson-Jakway House and grounds. A wildlife observation blind is in the woodland. Buf113 First Street East falo Creek Golf Course is a 10-minute drive. Camping fees at Jakway Park: Independence, IA 50644 $18 night with electricity; $12 night without electricity.

P: 319.334.3669 Lime Creek Park, north of Brandon, has a nice, peaceful campground.

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Fairbank

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Fairbank is in the northwest corner of the county on Highway 281.

The city encompasses several parks. The Little Wapsipinicon flows around Island Park, which can be reached by a footbridge. If you desire a leisurely afternoon on the water, there is a canoe ramp near the park bridge, which offers river access above the dam.

Bentley Park is located on the “Old Mill Property” on both sides of the river, adjacent to the dam. Riverside Park, located south of Main Street and along the west side of the river, features a gazebo and trail, which crosses the street and runs through Bentley Park. Veterans Park, in the southeast corner of town, offers a Civil War Memorial. The Ball Park, on the southwest edge of town, has three volleyball courts and two ball diamonds. All the town parks, except Riverside Park, have picnic facilities and playground equipment.

An aquatic center is located at the east end of Main Street and golfing is available at Wapsie Ridge Golf Course, west of Fairbank. A historical point of interest is the old two-cell jail, built in the 1920s, which stands in the lot beside the Post Office.

Fairbank offers five churches, a well trained, well equipped fire department with a state-of-the-art ambulance and rescue unit, a health clinic, well stocked library, senior housing, and assisted living complex.

The town also offers a daycare center, funeral home, grocery store and deli, full-service bank, gas and convenience stores, flower and gift shops, restaurants, barber and beauty shops, used car lot, truck dealership, car wash, auto repair shop, car body shop, plumbing and heating shop, building supply business, Polaris dealership and insurance and real estate businesses.

An industrial park is located on the east edge of town, on the north side of Highway 281. A boat maintenance business is also located there.

The town’s annual festival, Fairbank Days, will be held June 26 and 27 in 2015, with parade, dances, midway, food and plenty of fun.

Hazleton is located at the junction of Highway 150 and County Road C57 in northern Buchanan County.

Hazleton Commercial Club sponsors Bingo every Thursday evening at the Legion Hall. Funds from Bingo have enabled the town to build a basketball court, and purchase welcome banners, playground equipment and park shelter. Bingo money has also been donated to Fontana Park, Fire Department, First Responders, scholarships for graduates and The Depot and The Mill in Independence. The town features a number of local shops and two parks with grills, shelters and playground equipment.

Flea Market Days is one of the main events sponsored by the Commercial Club. On the second full weekend in June, the city park attracts vendors from a wide area. Other events include a parade, kid’s games, music, food and fun. The Country School Museum, located in the west park, is open during Flea Market Days or by calling City Hall at 319-636-2559.

Hootenanny, a get together for musicians, dancers and singers meets every Friday evening, April through November, at the Legion Hall.

The Hazleton School alumni picnic is held the first Sunday in August.

Other events include Fire Department Soup and Spaghetti Supper, Easter Egg Hunt, Commercial Club Halloween Party and a visit from Santa.

Hazleton Veteran Park is located on Hwy. 150, featuring commemorative bricks honoring Veterans.

Fontana Park and Interpretive Nature Center is just south of Hazleton, connected to town by a biking and walking trail. The trail and buildings are wheelchair and handicapped accessible. The area includes camping, nature trails, fishing and picnic areas, a playground and wild animal displays of bear, deer, buffalo and many other animals.

Another attraction is Fort Pentecost, a replica of an old Texas town, at 1591 Grant Ave., Hazleton, 319-334-3273.

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Amish Country Amish Country, just west of Hazleton, is one of the largest and oldest Amish communities. The Amish community is friendly, with large families who use horses and buggies. The children attend country schools.

You will enjoy and be welcomed at Amish businesses, ranging from quilt shops, furniture and general stores, and bakeries. Stores are open Monday through Saturday; information available by calling 319-6362854, 319-636-2559.

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Independence America’s Fame is in Our Name Independence was founded in 1847, just one year after the Statehood of Iowa, when three state commissioners visited Buchanan County to locate and name the county seat, resulting in Independence, named in part, due to the approaching 4th of July.

Offering a wide variety of unique businesses and services including a hospital, stores and shops, lodging, restaurants, health care, manufacturing, and service organizations, Independence also has many beautiful parks.

The city is proud of its fine schools including a new state-of-the-art Jr./ Sr. High School. Independence also has a variety of churches of many denominations (see Church Directory.)

Each year, the city presents one of the oldest continually operating 4th of July parades in Iowa, part of its renowned Independence Day Celebration.

The wonderful family-friendly event is followed by a spectacular fireworks display, high over the beautiful Wapsipinicon River.

Popular events include Hobo Day, Brew-B-Q and Brew Tasting, the County Fair,

racing at the Independence Liberty Park in downtown Motor Speedway, Christmas Independence at the Depot, Relay for Life and Make-a-Wish Fundraisers, and more (see Calendar of Events).

Heartland Acres Agribition Center and Wapsipinicon Mill Museum are must-sees when visiting the area!

Visit Independence -- we’re waiting to spend the day with you! There is no better place to celebrate your independence than in a town named after our nation’s fame! For more information, visit www.celebrateindee. com, www.indycommerce. com or www.growbuchanan.com

Independence Parks & Rec

Independence is home to several unique and beautiful parks. At Riverwalk Parks, take a riverside stroll along the Wapsipinicon, relax and listen to tunes in the band shell or play sand volleyball. Many parks have shelters, restrooms, electricity and picnic tables and several offer well maintained and safe playground equipment.

The Parks and Recreation Department offers a variety of adult and youth programs and activities. For more information please call (319) 334-6711.

Independence Trails/Tours

--Downtown Tour is great for class reunion or other groups. Tours begin at Wapsipinicon Mill; stop by the Mill or go to www.buchanancountyhistory.com --Heritage Trail (Historical Hiking Trail) is sponsored by Buchanan Co. Historical Society and winds around Independence, locating historical spots. Brochures available at Independence Chamber of Commerce, the Mill and businesses, www.buchanancountyhistory.com --Liberty Trail is 1.5 miles on the former Rock Island Railroad tracks. It

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Cedar Valley Hospice Garden - Independence Cedar Valley Hospice Memorial Garden, 801 1st St. East in Independence, offers peace and tranquility to area residents. Visitors are welcome..

starts at 1st Street W. and West elementary to the Mental Health Institute, coming out on 20th Ave., SW (south of Cornerstone Foursquare Church.)

--Riverwalk Parks Trail encompasses the Mill, Brimmer Park, Veteran’s Park, Teacher’s Park and Bathing Beach Parks, plus 37 additional acres of green space.

--Independence Tree Tour is a “walk of trees” that offers a wide selection of trees based on size, unique features and diversity. Map available at Heartland Acres Agribition Center, Independence Area Chamber of Commerce, Wapsipinicon Mill and downtown merchants.

--Three Elms Park Trail runs from Hwy. 150 through Three Elms Park to the Independence Baseball/Softball Complex.

--D-22 East Trail-runs from the East side of town to “old” East Elementary along County Road D-22.

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Independence RV Park & Campground is on Hwy. 150 along the Wapsipinicon River. Campground amenities include men’s and women’s restroom and shower facilities, open air picnic shelter with electricity, concrete walking trail, sites with water, sewer, electricity, and cable.

Each site includes a picnic table, and fire ring. For information, call Independence Parks and Recreation (319)334-6711.

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Iowa State University Extension & Outreach, Buchanan County

Buchanan County Iowa State University Extension and Outreach brings the resources and expertise of Iowa State University to area residents.

Located in the Heartland Acres Agribition Center, Independence, Extension and Outreach is available to work with all people, communities, businesses and organizations using Iowa State resources to address local needs in the areas of health and wellbeing, food and the environment, K-12 youth outreach, economic development, and ag and natural resources.

The office coordinates the local 4-H youth program and the Master Gardener programs in Buchanan County and offers 24/7 access to resources through their website: www.extension.iastate.edu/buchanan where there are links to upcoming programs, topics and more.

For more information contact Buchanan County ISU Extension and Outreach, 2600 Swan Lake Blvd., Suite A, Independence, IA 50644. Phone: 319-334-7161, Email: xbuchanan@iastate.edu, Facebook: Buchanan County ISU Extension, or website listed above.

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Come join Buchanan County for the R.A.S.H. Ride on June 13, 2015, beginning at 9 AM. Bill Versluis is a co-sponsor of the event. It is also sponsored by four local bike clubs: Team Rawhide Riders, Team Native, Team Subtle Savage, and Team Fish. Members of these bike clubs have built this ride into an annual event.

The ride (offering 25-, 50- and 66-mile routes), begins at Bill’s Pizza & Smokehouse in Independence and goes through Winthrop, Quasqueton, Rowley, Jesup, Littleton and Otterville. A Lions/Rotary Club breakfast is held before the event, starting at 7:30 AM. Riders may come to Independence Friday evening to either camp or stay at local accommodations. Over 500 riders are expected.

There are registration fees that support Buchanan County Four Season Trails Association, which in turn, helps build trails in Buchanan County.

Find more information on routes, registration, and available accommodations at www.rashride.org

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Barn Quilts of Buchanan County Buchanan County Barn Quilt project is housed at Buchanan County ISU Extension and Outreach office. The project is in its ninth year with over 100 “barn quilt” squares across the county.

As we meander along the country roads, it is enjoyable to see the colorful “clothesline of quilts,” enhancing our barns. For many, this may bring back a memory of a quilt your Grandmother made.

Annually our “barn quilt” map is updated with the new sites for a self-guided tour. We currently have 64 sites with 8-foot square “barn quilts” on barns, corncribs or other farm buildings. There are 42 4’x4’ “barn quilts” that are not on the map.

Maps are available at Buchanan County ISU Extension and Outreach office, Heartland Acres Agribition Center, Tourism Center at The Depot, Wapsipinicon Mill, Independence Area Chamber of Commerce, by calling 319-334-7161 or online at extension.iastate.edu/ buchanan

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Wapsipinicon Mill Museum

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The Wapsipinicon Mill, nestled along the Wapsipinicon River in the heart of downtown Independence is one of Iowa’s finest surviving grist mills. The 1870 mill towers six stories above the river and is a unique example of how Iowans captured the power of the rivers for commercial development.

The Wapsipinicon Mill opened for business in August of 1870 as a merchants flouring mill, grinding wheat into white flour. For over 100 years, within the walls of this massive building, the actual milling of various grains for flour and livestock feed took place. Measuring 62’ wide by 112’ long by 107’ high, the building contains unique components that display three eras of milling. Manual power using a primitive stone quern, water powered flat grinding process using stone buhrs, and the modernization of steam or electric power using the steel roller process. The miller’s goal was to improve the production and quality of his finished product.

The interior reveals hand hewn timbers and superb craftsmanship, post and beam construction throughout, complete with square nails and large wooden pegs. Visitors are astounded by the natural beauty of this extraordinary treasure.

This mill is an excellent example of each phase in the development of milling for the education of future generations. Participate in operating a hand cranked corn sheller, grind corn, or sift ground corn to make corn meal.

Unique photo exhibits, interactive displays and interpretive exhibits plus numerous Pioneer agricultural artifacts awaits you. The Wapsipinicon Mill is a significant historical landmark placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1975.

The museum offers visitors, both young and old a glimpse of Iowa’s rich agricultural history and connects them to life during the Pioneer grist milling area.

After touring the mill, visitors can take a relaxing stroll along the adjacent scenic river-walk parks or a short walk to historic downtown Independence.

The Mill, at 100 1st Street West, Independence, is owned by the Buchanan County Historical Society. It is open mid-May through mid-September, 12-4 PM, daily, closed Mondays.

Volunteers on duty and donations accepted.

The Mill is a “Partner Site” of Silos and Smokestacks National Heritage Area.

For more information, call 319-334-4616 or visit www. buchanancountyhistory.com, or Facebook at WAPSI MILL.

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Heartland Acres Agribition Center “Agricultural Innovation on Display – See it TODAY!”

Heartland Acres Agribition Center is an agricultural museum focused on agritourism, located at 2600 Swan Lake Blvd., Independence IA (Exit 252 along Highway 20.)

Visitors find both inside and outside displays to challenge their agricultural IQ and bring back memories of days gone by. Exhibits are focused on agricultural past, present and future. Hands-on exhibits, along with creative displays and stimulating information, are available to educate, entertain and excite imaginations of the young and youngat-heart.

The towering two-story “Big Red Barn” with full length glass silos, is the distinctive and visually appealing heart of the Heartland Acres campus.

Based on 1800s barn designs, it captures the past and brings it up close and personal for guests.

In and around the barn, visitors see and touch agricultural history like never before. On the main level and outside are farm animals from May to September. Interactive displays like cow milking, rope and fence making, corn shelling and grinding are brought together for an all-inone experience. On the second story of the barn, a mural serves as a backdrop to agricultural artifacts used by settlers in and around the Iowa Territory from 1830 up to present-day technologies.

“Great Spaces” is an open area with transitional displays, always changing to showcase a variety of stories telling agricultural practices, local history and modern day agri-business.

Modern and vintage tractors of all colors and types may be seen in “The Machine Shed.” Agricultural equipment is at the heart and soul of our ability to feed a growing population. Planting, cultivating and

harvesting equipment can be seen in rotating displays along with a wide variety of tractor displays.

Live a day-in-the-life of a student in the “1869 One Room Schoolhouse.”

Blackboards and inkwells replace computers in this school. Modern day grade school teachers and students enjoy this stand-alone display.

Period desks, globes, books and more will remind us all of how it used to be “back in the good old days.”

For something out of the ordinary, visitors find a very well represented lineup of antique and classic cars in the “Car Museum,” with cars and trucks dating back to a “horseless carriage” along with many other makes and models.

Visitors enjoy the on-site gift store for souvenir needs. Local amenities include hotels and motels, theater, restaurants, shopping, parks, and the historic Wapsipinicon Mill – one of several buildings on the National Register of Historic Places. Heartland Acres is close to downtown shopping and historic Independence. An Old Order Amish community is north of Independence.

Make this a “Destination Point” for an exciting weekend trip. Heartland Acres is a partner site of “Silos & Smokestacks” National Park System.

For more information, please visit online at www.heartlandacresusa. com or call 319.332-0123.

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Office 112 - Center for Commerce and Economic Development

Office 112, 112 1st St. NE in Independence, is a hub for commerce and area community information, housing Independence Area Chamber of Commerce, dedicated to community betterment and Buchanan County Economic Development, supporting business expansion, entrepreneurship, and economic sustainability.

Independence Area Chamber of Commerce hosts many events throughout the year, such as the Easter Egg Hunt, Downtown Trick-or-Treat, Friday Night Live @ 5 summer concert series, historic 4th of July Parade, and business training seminars for local business and Chamber members.

Information at www.indycommerce.com and www.GrowBuchanan.com

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Our role is not only to attract or retain jobs, but to also educate the communities we represent regarding the improvements necessary to be competitive and successful in today's business economy.

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Independence Public Library

Independence Public Library features a spacious and inviting facility. This community center has areas to read and relax, meeting room, several study rooms, teen area, children’s area, cozy fireplace located by the newspapers and magazines, and easy access to materials for check out. The library also offers downloadable ebooks and audiobooks, ereaders for checkout, free wireless Internet and both desktop and laptop computers for public use.

If you enjoy art, stop to see the sculpture, “Balancing Act” in the green space north of the library. Independence Public Library also boasts a large wall mural by John Paul Schafer, two paintings by Robert Tabor, a Grant Wood lithograph, a P. Buckley Moss print, fused glass butterflies, and other beautiful artwork by local artists. The library is located at 805 1st St East by the Lee Mansion.

Check out the website at www.independence.lib.ia.us, call 319-334-2470, or find us on Facebook for information about programs, classes, story times, news, and services. Many free quality programs that appeal to a variety of ages and interests are offered. There is something for everyone at the Independence Public Library!

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Buchanan County Fair

Buchanan County Fair 4-H Schedule

The Buchanan County Fair has been a major area event for over 150 years! The first county fair was held in Independence in 1858 and has been at the same site since 1891.

In addition to 4-H/FFA shows, exhibits and livestock auction, the fair offers several days of activities and events for the whole family!

A special feature in 2015 is the appearance of country music artist Joe Nichols on July 11 (tickets available at www.midwestix.com).

Other events include Deery Series Race on July 8, Pro Pulling League Truck/Tractor Pull on July 9, and Night of Destruction Demo/Trailer Race on July 10. Grounds activities include hog wrestling, mud volleyball, and the Kachunga & The Alligator Show!

There will be a great variety of family-fun attractions at the fair such as live bands and entertainment, carnival, great food and beverages, the crowning of the new fair queen, pie baking, garden, cookout and photography contests, kids pedal tractor pull and much more!

Gather friends and family and come to the fair for a whole lot of fun! Visit us at www.buchanancountyfair.org.

Following are 4-H events open to the general public, held in Black Pavilion at the Fairgrounds in Independence, unless otherwise noted.

Go to www.buchanancountyfair.org/ fair for complete fair schedule.

June 28 1-6 pm, Dog Show July 6 8 am-3 pm, Building Judging, 4-H Bldg 3-4 pm, Cat/Pet Show 5-6:30 pm, Dog Agility/Costume Show 7-9 pm, Horse Show, Horse Arena July 7 9 am-1:30 pm, Broiler/Poultry Show 2 pm, Rabbit Show 6:30 pm, Free Exhibitor Supper July 8 8-10:30 am, Meat Goat Show 11 am-12:30 pm, Dairy Goat Show 1-4 pm, Sheep Show 5-5:45 pm, Jr Sheep/Goat Show 6 pm, Livestock Judging

July 9 6 am-1 pm, Pie Baking, 4-H Building 8-10:30 am, Swine Show 9 am- 2 pm, Horse Show (Pleasure), Horse Arena 6 pm, Pie Auction July 10 9 am -6 pm, Petting Zoo, west side Thom Building 9-11 am, Dairy Show 11-11:30 am, Dairy Bucket Bottle Show 12 pm, Junior Fun Day 1 pm, Beef Bucket Bottle Show 1:30 pm, Beef Show July 11 9 am-12 pm, Livestock Auction 9 am - 6 pm, Petting Zoo, west side Thom Building 12:30 pm, Master Showmanship Show (4-H schedule is subject to change, check for updates at www.extension.iastate.edu/ buchanan)

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The Buchanan County Courthouse will be 75 years old on May 22, 2015!

There will be a celebration from 3-7 PM that day on the courthouse lawn with light refreshments.

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Independence Motor Speedway

We have over 200 New and For over 30 years, weekly racing will be held on the 3/8-mile oval at the Buchanan County Fairgrounds. Twenty-one dates are on slate for for you to choose. the 2015 racing season at Independence Motor Speedway.

The season began with the Spring Break Season Opener on April 11 followed by the track point season start on Saturday, April 25 with all classes competing including IMCA Late Models. Eighteen weekly point shows determined the track championship in six divisions including IMCA sanctioned Late Model, Modified, Stock Car, Sport Mod, and Hobby Stock. Also competing in its inaugural season at IMS will be the Micro Mod division.

The Deery Brothers Summer Series for IMCA Late Models will also be making their annual appearance during the Buchanan County Fair on Wednesday, July 8.

That event will be the only racing held during the week as the Saturday show will take a week off due to a scheduled concert in the grandstands.

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Jesup

The Right Place for a Change of Pace

For the best in assisted living, join us in Jesup at Winding Creek Meadows.

Jesup, the second largest town in Buchanan County, is at the western edge of the county. It offers easy access to Highway 20, making travel to Waterloo, Independence, and other cities convenient.

Jesup has over 100 businesses, Jesup Community and St. Anthanasius schools, six churches, medical clinic, assisted living facility, newspaper, dental office, veterinary clinic, chiropractic clinics, country club, tennis courts, soccer and softball/baseball complex. The town offers a supermarket, convenience stores, banks, and many other businesses.

• Homecooked daily meals Jesup has a number of parks, including the Land of Corn Park in the • Medication management included center of town, Parker-Muncey Park in the northeast, Liberty Park in • Spacious private apartments the west and Hershberger Park in the southwest.

A modern library offers a community meeting room with seating for • Pets welcome 35, public access computers, story hour, summer reading program, • Garages available home delivery of materials, children’s videos and more.

• Locally owned Jesup goes all out each summer for their annual Farmers Day non-profit Celebration featuring over 100 hours of free entertainment. In 2015, it will be held July 9, 10, and 11, and celebrate its 100th year with parade, Schedule your rides, kids games, musical entertainment, food, and much more - see tour today! www.jesupfarmersday.org or www.jesupiowa.com Call (319) 827-1052.

Jesup has an active Lions Club, American Legion Post, Boys and Girls Scouts, and Even Dozen and Rural Women’s Study Clubs are www.WindingCreekMeadows.com affiliated with the General Federation of Women’s Clubs. Growth and improvements are ongoing throughout Jesup with revitalization in the downtown area, expansion in the 100th Annual industrial park and new housing additions.

Jesup is focused on growth and positive change while maintaining its small town charm and values. Located within minutes of Independence, Waterloo, and Cedar Rapids, the community is a popular choice for people who enjoy the easy pace of a small town without sacrificing the conveniences of a big city.

Jesup’s schools are progressive and achievementoriented. The newest additions at Jesup Community Schools includes an early childhood center, all-weather track facility and coming this year, a new athletic July 9, 10 & 11, 2015 training center. The sports complex is one of the finest around. The city boasts a clinic tied directly to one of Many Hours of FREE Entertainment the largest health care providers in the state. Its city Liverpool: Beatles Prince & Princess Tribute Band Contest government is strong and effective and its recreational Pig Racing Great Farmers DAy options are many. A new city hall (completely Bill Chrastil’s Parade Elvis & More Children’s Parade handicapped accessible) and community center were Carl Acuff 5K Run/Walk recently built in downtown Jesup.

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Lamont, in the northeast corner of Buchanan County is the west gateway to Iowa’s first state park. Backbone State Park is a nature lover’s dream with every type of outdoor activity and beautiful scenery.

Lamont Museum is located in a restored downtown bank building.

Built in 1910, it features characteristics from that era including oak woodwork, tin ceilings, tile and hardwood floors. The museum is two floors full of rich history including military, farming, St. Mary’s Catholic Church, school and other fine displays. It is open Memorial Day, during Lamont Days, and during the annual Christmas at the Museum. Contact Mike Cook at 563-924-2803 for information or to arrange a tour.

Lamont offers several unique establishments including a toy farm equipment business that offers all sizes and types of farm toy tractors and implements -- some rare and collectible. Be sure to stop by the coffee shop, operated by local volunteers, for lunch and dessert. Take a break at the beautiful park next door, complete with gazebo.

Lamont has its own newspaper, antique and gift shops, bank, kid’s center, churches, and many businesses. Boy Scout Park has a gazebo, tennis and basketball court, campground with hook ups, and playground equipment. The scout house, with kitchen and fireplace, is available for rent. The picturesque City Park, along the creek in the heart of Lamont, is home to a rare soldier monument from the Civil War, shelter, and playground equipment for all ages.

Lamont Community Club and Lamont Museum host the annual Christmas celebration. Community members, organizations and businesses put together gift baskets, wreaths, miniature trees, and gifts for silent auction.

Lamont Days, the first weekend in August, has a steak fry, parade, and many exciting activities. Masons, firefighters, Legion, churches, and other organizations host events year around. For information, contact Joann Crow 563-924-2708 or Diane Anderson at 563-924-2194.

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You can find plenty of opportunities for adventure and community events in Quasqueton. Those who appreciate outdoor pursuits may enjoy picnics, camping, canoe/kayaking, boating, fishing, hiking, mushrooming, birding, or hunting. Foodies should try the locally eateries. History buffs enjoy the Historical Society museum. Head two miles out of town and tour Frank Lloyd Wright designed Walter Estate, Cedar Rock State Park.

Don’t forget opportunities to experience nature at Boies Bend and Pine Creek Areas, and Buchanan County Wildlife Association’s gun range.

Across the newly re-built Quasky bridge is Veteran’s Memorial Park with electrical hook-ups, shelters, restrooms, boat ramps, and handicapped fishing access. The arch rapids at the dam, a new feature, will eliminate undertow at the dam, improve fish passage, enhance aesthetics and recreation opportunities on the Wapsipinicon River. City park has a softball field, horseshoe pit, open pavilion and sand volleyball court.

Memorial Day parade and services are hosted by American Legion followed with a beef dinner prepared by Ladies Legion Auxiliary. Legion Steak Fry will be July 18 in conjunction with Patriot Motorcycle Ride. The delectable Auxiliary Thanksgiving turkey dinner fundraiser is held Nov. 19.

Brave souls will have a howling ghoul time at Quasky Community Club’s haunted house fundraiser weekends of Oct. 16-17, 23-24, and 30-31.

Quasqueton Area Historical Society has an educational and fantastic museum in the city bank building. Plan your visit for weekends or holidays from 1-3 PM. If you are looking for yummy fun for the family, attend their Annual Fish Fry August 22.

Quasqueton may be the oldest settled town in Buchanan County but it is young at heart. Enjoy funtastic community events and recreational opportunities. Quasqueton is a great place to savor life!

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Rowley is in Homer Township in southern Buchanan County. It was established in 1873 and named in honor of D.W.C. Rowley, the Burlington, Cedar Rapids, Minnesota Railroad Secretary. In 1902, this railroad became the Rock Island and Post Office Depot and 10 neat farmhouses made up the town. The station opened for business June 17, 1873. New stockyards and chutes were built in 1880. Lack of business resulted in removing the passenger trains in 1925, but Rowley prospered until the 1929 stock market crash. The depot closed in 1959 and was sold and dismantled in 1961.

Today, the heart of the community can be found in the post office, bank, United Methodist and First Presbyterian Churches, fire department and many businesses. Visitors enjoy Kenny Nielson Park, which features a shelter with tables and electricity, playground, basketball court and lighted ball diamond.

Rowley Community Center provides front-door handicap access. The Rowley Historical Society is open Sundays 11 AM - 2 PM Memorial Day through Labor Day. When you enter Rowley, you will see a new water tower, as rural water was brought to the city in 2010.

Rowley Days 2015 is July 17-19, and offers family fun including an antique tractor pull, kids games in the park, parade, big ball tournament, great food and entertainment. There will also be an all-school reunion.

Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy Hare’s Pond and Recreation Park two miles east of Hwy. 150 on D-47, southwest of Rowley. Hare’s Pond includes acres of forest, wetlands, campgrounds and ponds stocked with fish. It is open mid-April to Oct. 1 and offers an enclosed pavilion available for rent.

Rowley Fen, on northwest edge of town, is a Buchanan County nature preserve offering hunting and nature appreciation. It is home to rare plant life and supports wetlands, forests, prairie and wildlife. Here you can “feel the earth move beneath your feet,” due to the “quaking soil” because the peat is so saturated, the ground trembles when walked upon. Many children on school trips visit this area.

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A Town on the Border Stanley, incorporated in 1912, is the youngest and smallest town in Buchanan County and is located on the northern border in Buffalo Township and the southern border of Fayette County. In 1855, Rev. Isaac Soules, a Baptist minister from Virginia, bought the land where the town now stands from the U.S. government.

Several community members serve on the Parks and Recreation Community Beautification Committee. Stanley Memory Park has a park shelter and playground equipment and park benches were added a couple years ago as well as a basketball court.

Stanley Union Church, 126 Winslow Street, was established in 1887.

The church holds vacation Bible School each summer. Another popular community event is the annual Stanley Fireman’s Ice Cream Social held mid-August.

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The Friendliest Town for Miles Around Winthrop, located on “old” Hwy. 20 between Independence and Manchester, is one of three communities in Buchanan County to show an increase in population, growing from 772 to 850.

Winthrop Historical Center is open during Winthrop Day and other events. The center offers many displays that reflect the area’s rich history. For information or arrange a tour, call 319-935-3262.

The Commercial & Community Club (C & C) is a community based 501(C)3 organization that works to raise funds that are put directly back into the community. The C & C is the umbrella organization for Winthrop Historical Society and Little League Program. The group sponsors many events through the year, such Spring Fling for the Young at Heart, Winthrop Day Celebration, and Santa visit.

Winthrop Days 2015 celebration is June 19 & 20. The Friday evening celebration will consist of a Glow 5K walk/run, movie in the park, and street dance with Swing Crew. Saturday’s events will begin with a parade at 4 PM, fish fry, kids activities, street dance and a spectacular fireworks display. More information at www.cityofwinthrop.com.

Winthrop Public Library, an Iowa STAR Library, is known for children’s programming, computer technology and a current collection of materials. Come “check out” what is going on at Winthrop Public Library!

East Buchanan School District serves the communities of Aurora, Monti, Quasqueton, and Winthrop, covers 137 square miles, and enrolls over 550 students. Community support is provided by the PT0, Athletic and Fine Arts Boosters, Dollars for Scholars, Buccaneer Foundation, East Buchanan Mat Club, FFA and extensive volunteer/mentoring program.

Buffalo Creek Golf Course is located just north of Winthrop. A 9-hole course features 2,710 yards of golf. The course was opened in 1962.

Winthrop has a post office, newspaper, grocery store/deli, bank, funeral homes, landscaping business, furniture store, medical clinic, telephone co-op, lumber mill, lettering/sign business, screen-printing/ embroidery shop, hair-cutting establishments, lumberyard, welding and car/auto body repair shops, gas stations, tavern, trophy shop, veterinary clinic, insurance offices, day care, meat locker, photography studio and several agribusinesses.

Winthrop is the proud home of Church of Christ United and St. Patrick’s Catholic Church. St. Patrick’s is well known for their annual Lenten fish fries, serving around 700 people at each event.

A housing subdivision continues to grow and provides new home opportunities. The Volunteer Fire Department and First Responders provide essential services to the community.

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Cedar Rock State Park Experience one of Frank Lloyd Wright’s masterpieces at Cedar Rock State Park. Wright was commissioned by Lowell and Agnes Walter in 1945 to create their retirement estate. Wright produced a shining example of his Usonian work at Cedar Rock. The Walter Estate consists of a beautiful home complete with maid’s quarters, veranda, outdoor council fire and entertainment area, formal entrance gate, and unique and charming river pavilion. The estate is created mainly of brick, concrete, and glass in Wright’s trademark organic style of architecture. Ethereal views of the Wapsipinicon River from window walls incorporate natural light and dissolve barriers inviting the beauty of nature inside.

The Park’s non-profit support organization, the Friends of Cedar Rock, have focusing fundraising efforts on restoration of the Cedar Rock River Pavilion. Wright only designed a handful of river pavilion structures, many of which have been lost. Stop by in to see the progress on the boat house restoration project.

The Friends of Cedar Rock are hosting their annual Strawberry Moon Evening on Saturday, June 6 from 7-10 PM. The Friends are excited to be hosting a new event this summer as Cedar Rock goes to the dogs with the Buchanan County Animal Shelter on July 18. The Annual Afternoon with Frank Lloyd Wright lecture symposium will be Oct. 17.

New this year at the Cedar Rock visitor center, the Frank Lloyd Wright designed dog house will be on display. Other interpretive displays can be found at the visitor center about the life of Frank Lloyd Wright, the history of Cedar Rock, and a small gift shop is available for browsing.

Hour-long tours of the home are available with reservation May into October. Call (319) 934-3572 or email cedar_rock@dnr. iowa.gov to make reservation. Find Cedar Rock State Park at 2611 Quasqueton Diagonal Blvd. (W-35) Independence, IA 50644.

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