Around Town

• VIKINGS POST WIN: The Scandinavia Vikings posted a 1-0 win over New London in Week 10 results in the BABA South Central Division. Winning pitcher was Ben Lee with 11 strikeouts and gave up two hits. Hitters include Jesse Dickert 2×4, R.J. Rosenthal 1×4 and 1 run, and Sterling Lutz 1×2 and a base on balls.

• DAN THE MINNOW: Lora (Johnson) Osborn, raised in Iola, has published her first children’s book target to children up to 5 years of age entitled “Dan thew Minnow”. According to the Autumn Loon Books publisher’s description, “Drawing inspiration from fish in the Midwestern U.S., Dan the Minnow teaches a lesson in making new friends and appreciating their unique differences. Meet Dan, a curious little minnow who embarks on a fun little adventure one afternoon to meet some new friends within his lake. Along the way, Dan recognizes some distinct differences between him and his new pals — and teaches all of a lesson in appreciating our unique qualities.” To order go here.

• WATERCOLOR CLASS: Carolyn Rosenberger will be teaching a watercolor class at Lessons From the Art academy in Iola. Painters will create three hibiscus blossoms with a beautiful and interesting background, while practicing shading, blending, splattering, and scraping techniques. Take home a painting ready to be framed. To sign up for this class email: carolynrosenberger@gmail.com.

• OCEANOGRAPHY: Like to learn about oceans? Bill Wendlandt will have a presentation on Tuesday, July 11, at 2:30 p.m. in the Iola Village Library.