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Community Events
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Music Under the Water Tower Great music and food at the Donnellson Legion Hall. Starts at 8 p.m. Usually the first Saturday, thru April.
Cost? Freewill donation. Snacks appreciated. Coffee provided, but if you desire something tastier, bring it yourself! See you next season! |
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Craft Show at Central Lee School At Central Lee High School, six miles south of Donnellson on Highway 218. SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 16th.
Please note that the show is now in FEBRUARY instead of March. |
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Spring Clean Up scheduled for WEDNESDAY, APRIL 2nd , 2008 This year's Spring Clean Up Day is scheduled for Wednesday, April 2nd, 2008.
Donnellson residential customers ONLY. No businesses. No items brought in from out of town. Items for pick up include items too bulky for weekly garbage pickup. No white goods, no yard waste, no hazardous chemicals, no e-waste, or no tv's. Yard waste will now be picked up twice a month. Beginning Monday, April 14th, yard waste will be picked up the second Monday and the last Wednesday of each month, April thru November. A complete listing of accepted items can be found at "What's New". |
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Donnellson City-Wide Garage Sales Scheduled for June 21st, 2008 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. A one-day popular event conducted annually. For additional information or to be put on the map, call Donnellson City Hall at 319-835-5714.
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Donnellson 4th of July Parade First parade held in 1881. Parade starts at 5:30 p.m. on July 4th on Main Street.
Features a patriotic theme, community floats, antique tractors, etc. Sandwiches, ice cream and desserts served at the Pilot Grove Savings Bank Community Room immediately following parade by the Lions Club. The theme is (to be announced) Sponsored in 2008 by the Central Sports Boosters and Music Boosters. |
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Lee County Fair in Donnellson, IA The "Oldest County Fair in Iowa". This year's Lee Co. Fair is set for July 9th - 14th, 2008. The Fair includes county 4-H displays, a carnival, queen contest and grandstand events such as demo derby, truck pulls and car racing.
The Rotter Barn contains historical items for viewing each year. This year's GRANDSTAND LINEUP: Wed, July 9th: Crowning of the Lee Co Fair Queen 1st Annual Lee Co Fair Go-Cart Races Thurs, July 10th: 9th Annual FMCH/KAH Kids Day. Twin States Sanctioned Tractor & Truck Pulls. Fri, July 11th: Golden Eagle Sprint Invaders. Sat, July 12th: Huffman's Demo Derby. Sun, July 13th: Lee Co Farm Bureau Pull Fest - local truck pulls, pedal pulls, antique tractor pulls, and ATV mud bog. Another new event is the "Lee County Fair Idol" competition. The qualifying rounds will be held in the new Learning Center on Thursday and Friday evenings, with the winners performing during the demo derby for cash prizes. A BIGGER CARNIVAL starts TUESDAY thru LATE SUNDAY. KIDS DAY is THURSDAY and packed with loads of fun! This year the fairboard is trying something new --- an inflatable carnival. Inflatables wil be available for all ages in lieu of carnival rides. The inflatables will completely fill the grounds and include Jurassic Park obstacle course, Runt Run, Dalmatian Bounce and Tugger the Tiger for the little ones and Euro Bungee, Adrenaline Rush Obstacle Course, Gladiator Jousting, Laser Tag and Accelerator Slide for the older "kids" to age 99. Another addition this year will be buildings from the Miner Railroad Village. The plans are to have the one-room schoolhouse in place by Fair time and possibly the music house/general store/print house. These buildings were donated by the Dave Miner Family. Visit www.leecountyfairiowa.com for a complete schedule at more info. |
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Lee County Speedway "Friday Night Thunder in the Heartland" features stock car racing at the Lee County Fairgrounds on the north edge of Donnellson. Race information can be found at 319-835-5523 or check the "Calendar" for specific dates.
www.leecountyspeedway.com |
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Kathy's Pumpkin Patch Come visit and see Kathy's roadside stand featuring her huge selection of pumpkins, winter squash, gourds, fall decorations and ornamental corn. Located just east of Donnellson on Highway 2, the stand is open 7 days a week, September until Halloween.
Special Weekend Events listed below and under "What's New" and "Calendar". New this year is Farmer's Market items. www.kathyspumpkinpatch.com |
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Donnellson Apple Daze Scheduled for SEPTEMBER 20th & 21st, 2008 in Donnellson.
A wonderful, family-oriented festival. Starts off Saturday morning with the pancake breakfast. Enjoy a pork loin luncheon at noon. Activities at Depot Park include games, apple-peeling contest, apple pie baking contest, water fight competition, apple walk, basketball contest, and much, much more for the young and the young at heart. School reunions and open house for Donnellson alumni. Musical entertainment also featured during the day and into the evening. City-wide scarecrow contest. Apple exhibit from Faeth Orchards. Come out and enjoy a fall, September weekend! Complete Schedule will be under "What's New" and the "Calendar". |
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Area Festivals and Attractions
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Rollin' on the River Blues Fest Rollin' on the River Blues Fest in Keokuk Victory Park on August 15 & 16, 2008.
For more information, visit www.keokukiowatourism.org. |
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Apple Daze -- Sept. 20th & 21st, 2008. Located in Donnellson the 3rd weekend in September. Good food, entertainment and wholesome family fun.
A listing of events will be posted under "What's New" and the "Calendar". Call 319-835-5714 for more information. |
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"Railroad Days" at Minerville "Railroad Days" at Minerville will be held Sept. 15 & 16, 2007. Ft. Madison, Farmington & Western Railroad Museum. Minerville is located east of Wilson Lake, off of Hwy 2. Lots of railroad artifacts and a look at life during the 1920's. 319/750-3019.
Railroad Days will feature much of the Fort Madison, Farmington and Western Railroad's equipment in operation -- including a 1939 steam crane, former CB&Q motorcar "doodlebug", antique section cars & more. Antique trains will depart frequently for a 2 mile ride through the woods and across a trestle. Unlimited train rides will be included with admission to the show. www.minermfgco.com/minerville |
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Bald Eagle Appreciation Days Located in Keokuk during January. This year is Jan 19th & 20th, 2008. Call 800-383-1219 for more information.
Visit www.keokukiowatourism.org. |
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Battle of Pea Ridge Civil War Re-Enactment Takes place in Keokuk during April. (April 25 - 27, 2008) Call 800-383-1219 for more information or visit www.keokukiowatourism.org.
Award-winning Civil War re-enactment. Battle takes place on Saturday and Sunday afternoons. Period vendors, musical entertainment, military ball, Sunday morning memorial service to honor Civil War veterans, at Rand Park. |
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Strawberry Festival Located in Farmington in June. This year it is June 9th & 10th, 2007. Free strawberries. Call 319-878-3711 for more information.
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Steamboat Days In Burlington June 12th - 17th, 2007. Call 319-754-4334 for more information.
2007 Lineup Includes: Tues, June 12th -- Jonny Lang (a blues prodigy) Wed, June 13th -- Los Lonely Boys Thurs, June 14th -- Dierks Bentley Fri, June 15th -- Creedence Clearwater Revisited Sat, June 16th -- Martina McBride, Little Big Town and Rodney Atkins Sun, June 17th -- yet to be announced Advance six-night grounds passes are $40 and single-day passes are $30. Ticket information and ordering available online at www.steamboatdays.com. www.steamboatdays.com |
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Sweet Corn Festival Located in West Point on August 10th, 11th, & 12th, 2007. Call 319-837-6313 for more information. Visit www.westpointiowa.com or www.westpointiowa.org
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Montrose Watermelon Festival Located in Montrose on August 23 - 25th, 2007.
The event features FREE watermelon, crafts, a flea market, great food, a parade and entertainment. Call 319-463-5533 for more information. |
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Grape Festival Located in Nauvoo, IL August 24th -26th, 2007. Call 217-453-2587 for more information.
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Midwest Old Threshers Reunion Located in Mount Pleasant Aug 30th thru Sept 3rd, 2007. Call 319-385-8937 or visit www.oldthreshers.org for more information.
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Ft. Madison Tri-State Rodeo September 5, 6, 7, & 8, 2007 in Fort Madison. Call 1-800-369-3211 for more information.
Rodeo Performance starts at 7:00 pm on Wed & Thursday Rodeo Performance starts at 7:30 on Friday and Saturday |
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Scenic Craft Festival Located in Van Buren County during October. (Oct 6th & 7th 2007)
visit www.villagesofvanburen.com for schedule of events. www.800-tourvbc.com |
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"Rocktober" Geode Festival in Keokuk Located in Keokuk on October 3 - 5, 2008. Rock displays, geode hunts, food vendors. Meet at Hy-Vee parking lot. Call 800-383-1219 for more information or visit www.keokukiowatourism.org.
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Parks
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Donnellson Railroad Park and Museum Located on Main/Mill Street in Donnellson.
Shelter house with picnic tables, grills, playground equipment, restrooms, and the Depot Museum. Museum open during Apple Daze or arranged through City Hall. Shelter house reserved on a first come/first serve basis only. |
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Donnellson Westview Park Highway 2 West, Donnellson - 319-835-5714
Donnellson's new 30-acre family-oriented park features ball diamonds, soccer fields, a 9 hole disc golf course, a pond and a walking trail. An enclosed sandbox allows the youngsters a safe play area during ball games. The concession stand has a shaded eating area with picnic tables, a full kitchen and restrooms. To reserve for your event, phone Michelle Bryant at 835-9007. |
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Shimek State Forest Highway 2 - West of Donnellson - 319-878-3811
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Wilson Lake Park Franklin - 319-463-7673
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Indian Lake Farmington - 319-878-3706
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Geode State Park Danville - 319-392-4601
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Lake Wilderness West Point - 319-837-6288
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Pollmiller Lake Park West Point - 319-463-7673
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Rodeo Park Fort Madison - 319-372-7700
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Riverview Park Fort Madison - 319-372-7700
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Lee County Fair Iowa's Oldest Fair is located in Donnellson on July 5-10th, 2006.
Wed, July 5th: Bull Riding Thurs, July 6th: Big State Fair type Truck & Tractor Pull Fri, July 7th: Sprint Car Racing Sat, July 8th: Demo Derby Sun, July 9th: Local Truck Pulls. Bigger and Better CARNIVAL runs THURSDAY thru late SUNDAY. KIDS DAY is Thursday, July 6th. |
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Conservation
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Shimek State Forest Located west of Donnellson on Highway 2, it is the largest single tract of forest in Iowa - 8,901 acres of woods, recreation and wildlife. More information is available at 319-878-3811.
Hunting, fishing, horseback riding, hiking, camping. Horse rentals available at 319-878-3596. www.iowadnr.com/forestry/shimek |
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Wilson Lake Park Located east of Donnellson at 2195 220th Street, off Highway 2. Beautiful 116 acre conservation area with a 6 acre lake for fishing, swimming, canoeing. Camping, picnic shelters, toilet facilities, hiking trails and children's playground.
319-463-7673 |
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Lee County Conservation Board |
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Heron Bend 2652 Highway 61, north of Montrose.
319-463-7673 Near the Mississippi River, 322-acre conservation area that includes picnic shelter, hiking trails and stream for motorboat or canoe. |
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Bald Eagle Appreciation Days Third weekend in January, Keokuk, IA. 800-383-1219
(JANUARY 19 & 20th, 2008) www.keokukiowatourism.org. The largest national concentration of bald eagles. In winter, drive the Great River Road from Montrose to Keokuk for a breathtaking, up-close view of the bald eagles! E-mail: keokukia@interl.net |
Museums
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Donnellson Depot Museum The old depot in Donnellson is open during Apple Daze or by special arrangements with City Hall at 319-835-5714. Contains Donnellson historical items. Donnellson historical or genealogical information can be found at the Library, at 319-835-5545.
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Christian Herschler Winery & Stagecoach Stop Mailing address: 6th & Franklin Green Street, Donnellson, IA 52625
Phone: Contact Mike or Lori Jarvis at 319/835-9432. Located in FRANKLIN, IA. Featured in "This Old House" Magazine, "Iowa Historian", and HGTV's "If Walls Could Talk". Tour the pre-Civil War stone home & stagecoach stop, winery and flower gardens. Wines available for sale. Open year round, except major holidays. Guest House available. |
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Faeth Orchards 2469 Highway 2, East of Donnellson - 319-372-1307
New store addition with items for sale. View the apple juice pressroom. Petting Zoo. Tours and hayrides available for large groups. www.faethorchards.com |
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Minerville Country Village Museum Fort Madison, Farmington, & Western Railroad Museum
2208 220th Street, east of Donnellson, near Wilson Lake - 319/750-3019. Railroad artifacts and calliopes. "Railroad Days" to be held Sept. 17 & 18, 2005. www.minermfgco.com/minerville |
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West Point Library/Museum West Point - 319-837-6315
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Llewelling House Underground Railroad/Quaker Museum
Salem - 319-385-2460 |
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Old Fort Madison 716 Riverview Dr., Ft. Madison
319-372-6318 |
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North Lee County Historical Center 814 10th St., Ft. Madison
319-372-6318 |
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Lee County Pioneer Cemetery Association 319-524-5185
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Joseph Smith Historic Center Nauvoo, IL
217-453-2246 |
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Keokuk River Museum Keokuk
319-524-4765 |
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Golf Courses
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Green Acres Country Club 925 Fruit Street, Donnellson
319-835-5011 9-hole golf course, swimming pool, clubhouse & restaurant. Cart rentals available. Open to non-members. One of the nicest, most picturesque golf courses you'll ever play! |
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Sheaffer Memorial Golf Park Ft. Madison
319-528-6214 |
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Spring Lake Golf Club Ft. Madison
319-372-9937 |
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Great River Road Golf Club Nauvoo, IL
217-453-2417 |
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Deer Run Golf Course Hamilton, IL
217-847-3623 |
Vineyards/Wineries
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Christian Herschler Winery & Stagecoach Stop Franklin, IA
319-835-9432 (see museums for more information) |
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Baxter Vineyards/Winery Nauvoo, IL
217-453-2528 |
Recreation/Tourism Links
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Iowa Department of Economic Development |
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Lee County, Iowa |
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Fort Madison, Iowa |
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Keokuk, Iowa |
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Burlington, Iowa |
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Iowa Department of Natural Resources |
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Van Buren County |
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Nauvoo, Illinois |
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Travel
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Woodlands Scenic Byway (East End) Beginning in Donnellson, head west on Highway 2 and follow the winding road of the Woodlands Scenic Byway that introduces you to the people and scenery of southeastern Iowa. From forests to farmhouses, this leisurely drive invites mushroom hunting, bass fishing and more. Just follow signs from Donnellson west to and through Bonaparte, Bentonsport, Keosauqua, Troy, Bloomfield, Drakesville and Blakesburg.
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Historic Hills Corridor Donnellson is the head end for this scenic corridor that heads west on Highway 2 to Davis City at Interstate 35. Enjoy the rolling hills and redbud trees. Visit the website at www.historichills.com
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Mormon Trail Donnellson is located along the first 265-mile segment of the 1846 en masse movement of the Mormons from Nauvoo, IL to the Valley of the Great Salt Lake.
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Avenue of the Saints The Avenue of the Saints is the name given to the 4-lane highway from St. Louis, MO to St. Paul, MN. Highway 218/27 is the portion of the Avenue of the Saints at Donnellson.
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Waubonsie Trail The Waubonsie Trail was the first hard road crossing the state of Iowa. It was built in 1911. It began by heading off from the Plank Road in Keokuk and went toward Donnellson. It continued north to Primrose, west to Farmington, then all the way across Iowa to Nebraska City. Waubonsie, for whom the trail was named, was the last chief of the Pottowattamie tribe. The trail passed where he was buried in Fremont County. There once was a restaurant in Donnellson known as the Waubonsie Inn.
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Red Ball Route The Red Ball Route was an unpaved road that went all the way from Keokuk, Iowa to St. Paul, MN. It was used in the late 1800's and was out of existence by 1925. It's route passed through Donnellson and to the villages of Houghton, Hillsboro, Salem and Oakland Mills.
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Underground Railroad The Donnellson Genealogical Department has documented evidence of the underground railroad passing near Donnellson. Contact the Donnellson Library at 319-835-5545 for several interesting stories.
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River Travel
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Lee County Conservation Board |
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River Tours Contact Mark Coppler
319-524-0901 (flat boat) |
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Mississippi River Tours Contact John Mason
309-221-6693 (pontoon) |
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River Stage |
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Iowa Department of Natural Resources |
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Van Buren County |
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Misc.
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University Athletic Center Located in the old Donnellson school building at the corner of University and Orchard Streets. Weight gym, women's only gym, exercise equipment, basketball, racquetball, sauna & showers available. Phone Willis Krehbiel at 319-835-9054.
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Music Under the Water Tower Music in the Donnellson Legion Hall. First Saturday of the month at 8:00 p.m., November-April. Bring a snack and enjoy the music! Music includes such bands as Stacey Earle, Sally Weisenberg & The Famous Sidemen, William Elliott Whitmore, and Steppin' In It.
Contact: email Steve Jones at sjonesey@interl.net or Doug Seyb at dseyb@iowatelecom.net or 319-835-5887. |
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Lee County Fair 901 Main Street, Donnellson
319-835-5523 Features 4-H projects, grandstand events, petting zoo in July, demo derby. www.leecounty.org |
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Lee County Speedway 901 Main Street, Donnellson
Races held Friday nights during the race season. Phone 319-835-5523 for a schedule. www.leecountyspeedway.com |
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FTA Speedway East of Wilson Lake, on 220th Street
Outdoor go-cart track. Fun, safe facility. Family-oriented activity. No alcohol. Races every Sunday, May through October. Contact Randy Van Niewaal at 319-837-6022 or 319-290-0390. www.ftaspeedway.homestead.com |
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Catfish Bend Casinos 902 Riverview Drive, Ft. Madison - 319-372-2946 or
400 Front Street, Burlington - 319-753-2946 1-800-372-2936 www.catfishbendcasino.com |
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Argyle Arena Horse shows, barrel racing, team roping, cattle roping. The 280' x 180'outdoor dirt arena is suitable for almost any equine event. Coming to watch the events at the Argyle Arena is completely FREE. Contact Bill White at 319/795-3163.
Located at 2971 - 170th Ave. just west of Argyle, Iowa. Visit www.argylearena.com for a complete schedule of events and a map to the grounds. |
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Lake View Cabins $45/night cabin rentals on a small lake in wooded area. Cabins have kitchen and shower. Boating, fishing, horseshoes, tetherball, swimming and trails.
Open year round. Located approximately 10 miles south of Donnellson at 2800 Hwy 218. Phone 319/463-7109 or cell # 319/470-7699 for reservations. |
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