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Friday, February 28th, 2025

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Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of February.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Ron Steele, a veteran news anchor at KWWL, retires after over 50 years, leaving a legacy of trusted journalism and community engagement.  Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
  • The Bosco Catholic School System in Iowa cancels classes on Monday to allow families to attend the funeral of 14-year-old Kelli Schmitz, who died in a car crash.  KCRG

CRIME NEWS

  • A man is recovering from non-life threatening wounds after a shooting in Waterloo, Iowa, with the investigation ongoing.  KWWL

EVENTS

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  • Friends of the Waterloo Public Library $5-a-Bag Book Sale

    This community book sale allows attendees to fill bags with books for only $5, with all proceeds benefitting library programming.

    Sat, 3/1/25

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  • Tea Making Workshop for Adults with Chef Drew Waseskuk

    This workshop offers an introduction to creating homemade tea blends, featuring guidance on picking, portioning, and packaging teas.

    Sun, 3/2/25

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  • Mother Goose Storytime for Infants and Caregivers

    A storytelling session aimed at newborns up to age two and their caregivers, fostering early literacy in a welcoming library environment.

    Mon, 3/3/25

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  • Swim Lessons at Black Hawk County YMCA

    These swim lessons cater to all ages and skill levels, taking place on Tuesdays and Thursdays for a four-week period.

    Tue, 3/4/25

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  • Friends Memory Café at Hartman Reserve Nature Center

    A supportive monthly program providing leisure, fun, and friendship for individuals living with dementia or memory impairment and their caregivers.

    Wed, 3/5/25

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  • Science vs. Magic Book Club Special Session: Bring Your Own Book

    This special session of the fantasy and sci-fi book discussion group invites participants to share about their current or favorite reads at Pump Haus Pub & Grill.

    Thu, 3/6/25

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  • University of Northern Iowa Teacher Fair

    The Teacher Fair at the University of Northern Iowa connects new and soon-to-be teaching graduates with domestic public, private, and charter schools, as well as AEAs, for networking opportunities.

    Fri, 3/7/25

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  • Second Saturday Teen Trivia at Cedar Falls Public Library

    This interactive trivia event invites teens to compete solo or in teams on various themes, with this month's focus on Disney, for prizes and fun.

    Sat, 3/8/25

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  • Shop the Basement Book Sale

    The basement of the Waterloo Public Library will be open for shopping, offering a range of used books at affordable prices, with proceeds benefiting library programs.

    Mon, 3/10/25

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  • Japanese Tea Ceremony and Sweets Exploration

    This event invites participants to experience traditional Japanese sweets and learn about the Japanese tea ceremony with instructor Maoko Umeda.

    Wed, 3/12/25

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