Good morning, Waterloo.

Zach O’Brien was approved as the first principal of Waterloo United High School by the Board of Education on Monday and will serve as the inaugural leader of the new school.

Allen College got a $250K grant from the R.J.

McElroy Trust to expand its simulation lab for nursing & health sciences, and construction is ahead so the new lab will open in August.

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.

Out of the Fire: Author Talk with Mark Dixon

3-4:30 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Book purchase available — Discover an inspiring true story of healing multiple sclerosis through ancient wisdom and frequency medicine.