Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of March.
Good morning, Waterloo.
🏘️ Community
The Northeast Iowa Food Bank will host an Empty Bowls fundraiser on March 27.
Attendees will enjoy a soup buffet, live and silent auctions, and dessert table bidding while learning about hunger in the community.
💼 Business
Kerry Sutherland said on Wednesday he would not buy All-In Grocers after the store, which closed temporarily in fall 2024, was put up for sale in Waterloo.
He confirmed the deal is off.
🎉 Waterloo Events
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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.
Irvine Prairie Evening Walks
6:00 p.m. — Irvine Prairie — Free entry — Explore the beauty of Irvine Prairie with evening strolls and guest speakers on prairie topics.
2026 Black Hawk County 1st Cycle Grant Awards Ceremony
10:00 – 11:30 a.m. — Waterloo Center for the Arts — RSVP required — Celebrate local nonprofits making a difference in the community through grant funding.
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