Bentonsport News

Jennifer Hamilton and her fellow vocalists with the volunteer singing group Prairie Harmony of Southeast Iowa readily admit they are not professional singers.

The Friday after Thanksgiving there will be up to 50% sales with the Greef Store and Amish to Victorian in the Historic Village of Bentonsport (SE corner of Iowa).

In December, relax and enjoy the holiday spirit with this quaint village, free cookies, homemade bread, antique and craft sales Dec. 5-6 & 12-13. The Christmas in the Villages event offers a variety of holiday activities throughout the Villages of Van Buren including Keosauqua's High Tea and Festival of Trees. Details about the event can be found at: http://www.800-tourvbc.com in the Dec. calendar.

The Bentonsport shops will close for the winter after Dec. 13th. Some shops may be open by chance or appointment. The Historic District will reopen April 17, 2010. The Mason House Inn will remain open all year and offers a fun getaway for their guests.

Lt. Governor Patty Judgea s Travel Iowa a 09 will enter Van Buren County on Tuesday August 4. During the tour, the Lt.