Surrounding Areas

Amana Colonies:

Clear Creek Amana School District
319.828.4510

Experience the unique culture that has its roots in Germany and flourished in the USA during a communal era for over 90 years. Enjoy shopping, dining and trails in a picturesque charming town.

Taverne at Middle Amana - THE BEST pizza , Middle Amanna

Ox Yoke Inn

An Amana Colonies Tradition Since 1940. World famous for American and German food served “family style”, where all side dishes are refillable and shared by all guests at the table

Hotel Millwright

With 65 Guest Rooms including 2 Premier Suites, 1 Restaurant, 2 bars, modern retail spaces, and a 7,000 square foot banquet and conference center, Hotel Millwright is more than a hotel.

Fireside Winery

Family-owned Fireside Winery can unwind while sipping wine under the vine-covered veranda, stroll through beautifully landscaped grounds, or chat with new friends in the tasting room all while enjoying a glass of their favorite handcrafted Fireside wine.

Riverside, Iowa

Highland Community School District
319.648.3822

Minutes from Iowa City, this offers public parks, and history.

Self-proclaimed future birthplace of Captain James T. Kirk (March 22, 2228), leading character in the popular television show Star Trek. The Annual TREKFEST celebration is held the last week-end in June.

Riverside Casino and Golf Resort

The property contains a luxury hotel with an indoor/outdoor swimming pool, a spa, an events center, a restaurant, a casino, a sportsbook, and a PGA golf course.

Marion, Iowa

Linn-Mar Community School District
319.447.3000
Marion Independent School District
319.377.4691

Walk among friends, shop locally-owned businesses, dine, relax, and be stimulated in Marion's Uptown district.

Lowe Park and Klopfenstein Amphitheater: surrounded by native prairie grasses, sculptures, a walking trail, community gardens and a greenhouse, and the new Klopfenstein Amphitheater for the Performing Arts, It hosts a myriad of public performing arts events as well as private celebrations.

Uptown Artway has given the community's downtown district new life. The space features nine permanent public art installations and serves as a pedestrian destination and community “living room,” with restaurants, pubs, gathering spaces and lighting to illuminate the night scene.

Marion Farmers market, held weekly in Taube Park the first Saturday in May through the last Saturday in September. It is open from 8–11 a.m.

600 acres of parks and trails, and each offers different amenities. The Marion pool offers lap swim, open swim for fun in the sun!

Uptown Marion Main Street offers unique shopping and restaurants like the Iowa Magic Shop, Uptown Coffee Company, Scout of Marion and so many delicious restaurants.

Mount Vernon and Lisbon:

Two towns with a rich shared history. Our communities boast locally owned restaurants and retail shops, a celebrated private college, antique stores, specialty shops, and delightful bed-and-breakfast inns.

In addition to the Palisades-Kepler State Park, the City of Mount Vernon is home to many local parks, each with its own features and recreational focus. Pavilions and gazebos at local parks are available to rent at no charge on a first-come-first-served basis.

Lester Buresh Family Community Wellness Center — also known as the LBC. This 33,000 square foot facility offers more than a space to work out. Join group exercise classes and team activities, host a private party, or connect with your neighbors

West Liberty:

West Liberty Community School District
319.627.2116

You can enjoy live performances at the historic New Strand Theatre and the Eulenspiegel Puppet Theatre. Outdoor activities include exploring the city's parks, such as Dutton Park and Friendship Park, and potentially playing golf at the West Liberty Golf & Country Club. The community also offers unique cultural experiences like the Fiesta Latina festival and various fine arts classes through the local Arts Council and public library.