L.J. Maasdam built a towering sculpture of rusty wagon wheels, outside of Lynnville, Iowa, when he…read morewas 90 years old. Located off S. 48th Ave. about three miles before Lynnville, the road was hard to find. We ended up driving past it, stopped and asked a nearby farmer, who led us back to the right road. It can't be seen from the road. It's a little off the beaten path but it was really awesome to see and there is a picnic table there to sit and enjoy a meal if the weathers nice.

By all means stop and see this beautiful and towering installation of many many iron wagon wheels…read moreif you are passing through or near Grinnell. Mr. Maasdam built this with help from his sons when he was ninety -- a wonderful installation from the mind of a very interesting guy. I was so taken by it that I found a copy of a book all about Mr. Maasdam. A fascinating read: THE MAN BEHIND THE MILL, The Life and Stories of L. J. Maasdam by Constance Kramer. Out of print, I think, but used copies are available.

My husband and I LOVE this place for our child. The entire staff is amazing and have been there…read morefor quite some time. You won't see constant turnover here like you will at other daycare type centers. Most of the teachers have degrees or certificates in child development. They have a QRS rating of 5, which is quite an achievement for them and they work very hard to keep that standard and rating. We love that it's a mix of learning and play. The preschool program is built right in, which makes this even better and to top that, they are non profit and AFFORDABLE. The best deal in town. There really isn't any competition for them when it comes to quality and care.

It's a great track ran by NASCAR, but the repave patch work isn't something I'm a huge fan of…read more Solid facilities. The Love's Travel Stops outside the property isn't as friendly as it should be at all.

Can't re-scan tix for re-entry. Have to get hand stamped. Ridiculous bag search to get in. Not user…read morefriendly. No outside food, drink.

Awesome, nostalgic little small town movie theater. Almost 100 years old, but very well kept.read more

Yeh, it's tiny but it works. It's clean and cozy, definitely smalltown. It's a good thing Newton…read morehas this theatre or there would be almost nothing to do, in town. I'm a popcorn fan. When you buy a large popcorn, you get free refills. You just have to find someone to assist you afterwards. No-one was at the counter, after our movie. They also let you drop in and just buy some popcorn, during business hours. That's cool.

Years ago, Capitol Theater was really in the dumps and it seemed as though it would close its doors…read moreforever. But then the Bleeker family stepped up and took over. They did massive improvements, cleaned the place up, increased advertising and patron interaction, and still continue the slow renovation process. Not to mention their sensory-friendly viewings, which are a great idea! These are all the positive things, which admittedly are big! The family worked together and made the theater desirable again. However, with the Bleeker family being a very church-motivated bunch, the majority of the movies they play are Christian-focused, inspirational, or preachy. What I really hoped to see come of this theater, besides just playing the Hollywood hits, were maybe a few indie movies, or more Oscar-based viewing. Perhaps some revisiting of some classics or cult favorites. Special viewings of the flicks we all know and love. As a big movie theater enthusiast, who really enjoys the whole experience, I really hope to see this turn around a bit. And I truly believe I am not the only one that feels this way. Perhaps show the religious movies on a particular day and time specifically for that crowd? And put the rest - Hollywood hits, indie/Oscar-nominated movies, classics/favorites - out there for your mainstream patrons.