Good morning, Waterloo.

The Exchange Club of Waterloo will honor local heroes at its annual Police and Firefighter of the Year Awards Banquet.

The Salvation Army of Waterloo/Cedar Falls is requesting donations of hygiene products to meet community needs.

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.

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.

Bob Dorr's Blues Jam at Octopus

Experience local blues music at Bob Dorr's Blues Jam, a fun and welcoming event at Octopus.

Free Style Ice Skating Session

This event offers an opportunity for ice skaters to enhance their routines and skills with the allowance for private coaching during the session.

Waterloo Black Hawks vs. Dubuque Fighting Saints

The Waterloo Black Hawks face off against the Dubuque Fighting Saints in a hockey matchup at Young Arena, supporting charitable causes with ticket proceeds.

Dysart's Shortest St. Patrick's Day Parade

The Shortest St. Patrick's Day Parade in Dysart features a participation route from City Hall to Dysart Gorge, followed by festivities at Harper's Public House.

Novels & Nibbles: Exploring Culinary Delights through Literature

This program invites teens to combine reading with cooking by exploring a book each session and creating recipes inspired by the stories and cultures within them.

Battle of the Books Monthly Book Club for Grades 4-6

This monthly book club at Waterloo Public Library invites fourth to sixth graders to discuss selected titles from the 2024-2025 Battle of the Books list, alongside themed activities and snacks.

Octopus Comedy Open Mic Night

This monthly open mic event at Octopus offers a platform for comedians to showcase their talent in a relaxed bar setting with no cover charge.

Tween After Hours: Mario Kart and Pizza Party

Tweens aged 9-12 are invited to an after-hours program at the library to play Mario Kart and enjoy pizza with friends, with parental supervision required for those under 11.