Welcome to Iowa County, Iowa

Operation: "Christmas Cheer"

During the month of November the Iowa County Veterans Affairs Office collects donations for the Veterans at the Veterans Home in Marshalltown Iowa. Here is a list of things that we can accept for donations.

All clothing items must be new with tags on. 

Men & Woman's Long Sleeve Shirts                                 Men & Women's Sweatpants

Military Caps                                                                         T-Shirts with Pockets

Tennis Shoes                                                                         Pajama Pants

Ladies & Men's Undershorts                                               Pull over sweatshirts, all sizes

Iowa College Sports Apparel                                              Men's 3 in 1 body wash

Hair Gel                                                                                   Women's body wash sets

Perfume/Cologne (no ETOH)                                             Body Lotion

Electric Razors                                                                      $10 Haircuts

Deodorant                                                                              Forever Postage Stamps

Bird Seed/Feeders                                                                Puzzle Books/Crossword Puzzles/Adult Coloring Books

Up popped Popcorn                                                             Snacks, individually wrapped

Handheld Games/DVD's/Music CD's                                Radios/CD Players/DVD Players

Picture Frames, standard sizes

They are currently good for Afghans, Lap Quilts, Tooth Brushes, Tooth Paste, Shampoos/Conditioners, Playing Cards and Puzzles. 

Open Nature Center Saturday

Visit Lake Iowa Nature Center (LINC) every first Saturday of the month 10a-2p from September 6th-April 4th. LINC will be open for you to explore inside, do some fun interactive activities, and learn about nature. Each Saturday will have a different theme. See dates and themes below.

Programs Start at 1pm unless otherwise noted.

Sept 6 - Butterflies

Oct 4 - Leaf Craft

Nov 1 - Seed Collecting

Dec 6 - Holiday Nature Crafts

Jan 3 - Winter Sowing

Feb 7 - Bird Feeders

March 7 - Birdhouse Gourds

April 4 - Recycled Craft

Navy Cribbage Board Raffle

Register to win a Navy Cribbage Board and Naval Playing Cards for this years annual raffle. Only one submission per veteran, winner must be able to provide proof of service (DD214/NG22). Please contact me at jolson@iowacounty.iowa.gov for more information.The raffle winner will be draw on Friday December 5th, 2025. 

The winner MUST contact the office back to obtain your prize within 1-2 business days. 

Iowa County Veteran of the Year

Each year the Iowa County Veteran Affairs takes nominations for veterans that reside in the local community, who go above and beyond, to continue serving their local communities. Please consider joining us to celebrate this years nomination as we present this award to a amazing member of the Williamsburg Community. Start Time 8:20am.