Community

We may be a small town but our community is plentiful! Be sure to check out all we have to offer and support our local businesses as they are the heart of our community.

Clubs & Organizations

4-H Madison Mixers & Clover Kids

Meeting Place: Grace United Methodist Church in Lamont, First Sunday of the month @ 6:30pm

Leaders: Leon Goedken & Brittany Goedken

563-608-1122

American Legion

Joel McFarlane | 563-929-3060

Legion Auxiliary

Laura Devlin | 563-924-2423

Book Club

First Thursday of the month, Library @ 5:30p

Becky Walsh | 319-935-3783

Common Grounds Coffee House

621 Bush Street
Lamont, IA 50650

Open Daily

Monday - Saturday 6:00 - 9:00 am

Wednesday Lunch Specials - Carry Out Only - Pick-Up 11:00 - 12:00 Noon. Sign up Friday before by calling Common Grounds 563-924-2367

The Common Grounds Coffee House was started in the fall of 1997, by the outreach committee of Grace United Methodist Church. Its purpose was to provide a smoke and alcohol-free place to "gather and fellowship with a cup of coffee." The food came later when it became apparent that the coffee alone wouldn’t pay our bills. The coffee shop soon developed into an "Ecumenical Brew" when other church leaders and members of the community became interested in the project. Initial funding came from a grant from the Iowa Methodist Conference and individual donations. We went ahead mostly on faith and prayers. All our original equipment and furnishings were donated. We have since been able to purchase a stove, freezers, microwave, dishwasher, disposal, chairs, and floor covering. We are loosely governed by a board of directors coming from interested folks representing the whole community. We are staffed entirely by VOLUNTEERS. All profits are returned to the community. To date, we have contributed more than $53,000 to worthwhile projects. One of our proudest accomplishments is the Gazebo Park next door. We started by acquiring the two adjoining lots & demolishing a dilapidated building. The results are evident. We hope you enjoy your time with us and will tell others about the Common Grounds Coffee House. We feel we are a good example of God at work.

To volunteer | 563-924-2367

Community Club

Everyone is welcome to attend the Community Club meetings.

Grace United Methodist Church

745 Washington St
PO Box 60
Lamont, IA 50650
563-924-2184

Pastor

Lisa Schroeder | 563-924-2184 | 563-924-2870 (Office) | 319-325-4566 (Cell) | Email Pastor Lisa

Secretary

Joanne Lamphier | 319-213-2541 (Cell) | Email Joanne

Worship

Sundays 9a (except the 2nd Sunday of the month when it is held at Aurora UMC at 9a)
Sunday School 10:15a (September-April)

Fellowship before and after service

GUMC Food Pantry

Jane Richmond | 563-933-6248

NEI Mobile Food Pantry

Kay Hoffman | 319-361-8100

Pick-up is generally the 4th Wednesday of each month starting at 3:30p at the Lamont Fire Station (644 Bush Street). Enter from Albert Street by the American Legion.

No referral is needed.

Photo ID is required.

Library

Lamont Public Library

616 Bush St
Lamont, IA 50650
563-924-3203 | Webiste

Hours - October 1st - May 31st

Hours - June 1st - September 30th

Director

Angie Happel | 563-924-3203 | Email Angie

Board of Trustees

Mary Hoefler
Sharry McFarlane
Susy Hotchkiss
Becky Walsh
Roxie Estling

Medical Facilities

Edgewood

Regional Family Health Edgewood
702 West Union St
Edgewood, IA 52042
563-928-7191

Independence

Buchanan County Health Center
1600 1st St E
Independence, IA 50644
319-332-0999

Medical Associates of BCHC
1600 1st St E
Independence, IA 50644
319-334-2541

Urgent Care
1600 1st St E
Independence, IA 50644
319-332-0937

Manchester

Regional Medical Center
709 W Main St
Manchester, Iowa 52057
563-927-3232

Regional Family Health Manchester
709 W Main St
Manchester, Iowa 52057
563-927-7777

Regional Family Health Manchester Urgent Care
709 W Main St
Manchester, Iowa 52057
563-927-7777

Parks & Rec

City Parks

Gazebo Park | 635 Bush St.

Scout Park | 405 Concord

Scout House Rentals | 563-924-2194 (City Hall)

City Park | 715 Jackson

Ball Park | 305 Pine

Surrounding Area Parks

For a complete list of parks visit MyCountyParks.com

Property

Looking to move to Lamont? Here are a few resources to help you find that perfect house!

Current houses for sale in Lamont

There are also many rental properties in Lamont. Feel free to contact one of the companies below or contact the realtor of your choice.

Neuhaus Properties | 563-927-5678
Keystone Realty | 563-933-4411
Bill Anderson | 563-920-2287

Senior Meals

Senior Meals are available at the Lamont Community Center, 644 Bush St, at 11:30a on Fridays.

Meals are available on a contribution basis, usually $4.00 for people over 60. People younger than 60 are also welcome but urged to pay more. To make reservations, please call Paula Harvey, Lamont City Hall, at 563-924-2194 by 9a on Wednesday.

Starmont Community School District

3202 40th St
Arlington, IA 50606
563-933-4598 | Website