Good morning, Waterloo.

On Friday, April 3 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the Hawkeye Community College Dental Clinic will host a free cleaning event for kids ages 3 to 14, offering x-rays, teeth cleanings, preventative treatments, and restorative care (families must sign up online to schedule an appointment).

Iowa lawmakers have revived or introduced bills to lower high cancer rates — new measures under review in the 2026 session aim to boost research funding and resource access.

Pimbleton, a 10-month-old tabby who arrived as a stray, is the Cedar Bend Humane Society’s Pet of the Week and is neutered, vaccinated, playful and gentle.

He is ready for a forever home (contact the shelter for details).

Intro to Google Suite Workshop

11 AM – 12 PM — Waterloo Public Library — Registration required — Learn how to navigate Google Suite tools like Docs, Slides, and Sheets.

Beady Buddies Craft Event

5:30-6:30 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Registration required — Celebrate Millennial March with a creative throwback to making your own Beady Buddy.

Teen Journaling Club

3:30-5 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Registration required — Explore your thoughts and creativity in a relaxing journaling session just for teens.

4th Annual Women's Health Summit

11 a.m. — Hawkeye Community College Van G. Miller Adult Learning Center — Free entry — Focus on holistic wellness with expert speakers and resources for women and girls.

STEM Lab Activities

3-4 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Engage in hands-on STEM themed activities perfect for kids in 1st-5th grade.

Bremer County Grant Workshop

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Waverly Public Library — Free entry — Learn grant guidelines and writing tips for local nonprofits and government entities.

Makefest!

1-3 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Engage in creative hands-on art activities with various materials and collaborative projects.

Tech Help Drop-In

11 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Bring your devices and questions for personalized tech assistance from knowledgeable staff.

Dementia Caregiver Support Group

1-2 p.m. — Friendship Village Retirement Community — Free entry — Connect with fellow caregivers and share support and resources for dementia care.

Homestead Vintage and Makers Market 2026

4-8 p.m. — Waterloo Convention Center — $5 per person, Under 14 yrs FREE — Experience a delightful weekend of vintage shopping and family fun with artisan vendors from Iowa and beyond.