Good morning, Waterloo.

Cedar Bend Humane Society announced that its Paws Pantry along West Airline Highway in Waterloo is closed through May because of a temporary pet food shortage and will reopen in June if supplies allow.

The Northeast Iowa Food Bank is hosting its largest fundraiser today at the Bien VenU Event Center in Cedar Falls.

The Empty Bowls event runs from 6 to 9 p.m. and will feature a soup buffet + live and silent auctions.

Jesse Cosby Center is set to host its 59th annual Black and White Gala (Rooted in Resilience) that honors generations of families who overcame hardship and stayed connected to the community.

Experience Waterloo has announced plans for a tourism boom as local attractions and businesses prepare to welcome more visitors.

The initiative will boost resources and readiness in Waterloo as the city gears up for increased tourism.

Hawkeye Community College is seeking bids on $3.3 million in job training funds as four Cedar Valley companies plan to train 364 people for new jobs.

Superintendent Jared Smith recommended that Waterloo Schools join the Mississippi Valley Conference for Titans athletics in the 2028-29 school year (pending board approval).

Hawkeye Community College approved its 2026-27 budget estimate, which includes an 8% increase in property tax collections, & scheduled a public hearing on April 28 to review the change.

Demolition crews finished tearing down Dillard's at Crossroads Mall and are now removing hazardous materials from Younkers as part of the Boulevard redevelopment project + the full mall demolition will take all of 2026 with new construction set to start in 2027.

Public Skate

1-2:30 p.m. — Young Arena — Admission $7, Skate Rental $5 — Enjoy a fun skating session with friends and family at the local rink.

ISU Gardening Series

5:30-6:30 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Learn innovative gardening techniques from expert Master Gardeners at Iowa State University.

Gladbrook-Reinbeck Boys JV Soccer Match

6:30-8:15 p.m. — Hudson High School — Free entry — Watch the Hudson JV soccer team take on Gladbrook-Reinbeck in a non-conference match.

Tech Help Drop-In

11 AM – 12 PM — Waterloo Public Library — Free assistance — Get tech support from knowledgeable staff for all your device-related questions.

Union JV Soccer Match at Aplington-Parkersburg

6:30-8:15 p.m. — Aplington-Parkersburg High School — Free entry — Catch the thrilling non-conference JV soccer match as Aplington-Parkersburg faces off against Union.

First Friday Flick

10:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Catch a new release or classic film with free popcorn and soda.

Brunch with the Easter Bunny

9-11 a.m. — SingleSpeed Brewing Co. — $19 for Adults, $8 for Children (3-12 years) — Celebrate Easter with all-you-can-eat breakfast, crafts, and pictures with the Easter Bunny.

Shop the Basement!

10 AM – 1 PM — Waterloo Public Library — Friends Used Book Store Prices — Explore the basement stocked with books and support library programs.

Arabic Calligraphy Workshop for Beginners

5:30-7 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free materials provided — Discover the beauty of Arabic calligraphy and learn foundational skills in this engaging workshop.

Teen Writers Workshop

4-5:30 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — A creative space for teen writers to share ideas and work on prompts.