Van's Appearances & Speaking Events

Over the years Van has earned his reputation as a well-known broadcaster and great speaker. He continues to share his passion for radio, God and Iowa by speaking or broadcasting at local events. He's often asked to speak about radio, faith, his inventions, his books, his experiences with famous people and tell his funny and emotional stories. Is he still accepting speaking engagements? Yes, under certain circumstances. You can see Van at one of his appearances coming up listed below! 

AND!!! Another Van Harden authored book has just been released!  It has proven to be a hot item, not only locally, but all across the nation. In fact it has even won an "INTERNATIONAL IMPACT AWARD." And there has been international interest.  People said there could never be anything else revealed about Jesus, but Van has shown extremely important biblical facts about Jesus's background he says the church has done a very poor job of teaching, which is a shame since the information is foundational to knowing who Jesus really is.   Van has been an adult Bible teacher for 50 years. You can see the book, hear Van read the first chapter, and even order it with one click, in the "Books" category of this website! Also, now, by popular demand, you can even order the AUDIO book of both "Life In The Purple Wedge" and "JESUS: THE PREQUEL," both read by Van himself. All from this website!

Events to Watch for: 

Each Sunday Van teaches a Bible class on the book of Mathew at 9 am at the Ankeny First Church of Christ, 310 NW Ash Drive. Will continue till the book is finished. There are 28 chapters and we are up to chapter 25.

Tuesdays at 12:30 pm, Van and Becky participate in a senior "chair volleyball" group at Bethany Church at 720 NE 52nd Ave, Des Moines.  Just what it sounds like...volleyball, but with a beachball and we all sit in chairs.  Frequently, players are laughing so hard they can hardly stay in their seats. 

Monday, Sept. 21, at 5:30 pm Van and Becky will be at the Adel, Masonic Hall for the monthly Bingo night. All are welcome. 

 Saturday, Oct. 3, Van and Becky will be at the United Spinal Chord and Spina Bifida Ability Fair 10 am to 3pm, at Easter Seals Camp Sunny side  Go to iowaabilityfair.com for info.

Sunday, October 11 at 9:30 am Van will be in Milo Iowa, at the Milo Christian Union Church to deliver the Sunday message at 112 N. 3rd Street. All are welcome!

Saturday, October 17, Becky and Van throw a 90th birthday open house for Becky's mother, Laura McKnight, from 2 till 4 pm at the First Christian Church of Adel at 218 N. 9th Street in Adel, a block north of the Dallas County Courthouse. All who wish to honor Laura are welcome!

Monday, Oct 19, at 5:30 pm Van and Becky will be at the Adel, Masonic Hall for their monthly Bingo night. All are welcome. 

Monday, October 26 at the 12th annual Senior Life Conference at the Prairie Meadows Convention Center in Altoona, Van will be a presenter on having fun traveling. He's really good at that! Register and get more information at the Central Iowa Senior Education Network.  centraliowasenior.com 

Each Sunday in November, Van will be giving the prayer and communion meditations at the 10 am service of the Ankeny First Church of Christ, 310 NW Ash Drive. All are welcome. 

Monday, Nov. 16, and Monday, Dec 21, at 5:30 pm Van and Becky will be at the Adel, Masonic Hall for their monthly Bingo night. All are welcome. 

January 8, 2027, is the sixth anniversary of Van's retirement after 50 years of broadcasting in central Iowa including 35 as morning man on WHO Radio. The Governor declared it "Van Harden Day." in Iowa.

Breaking news!  In March of 2027, Van and Becky will be leading a tour to AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND and they'd love to take you! Only 24 people can go, so call Dean Burch at Allied Travel right away for details! 515-270-7070.