Good morning, Waterloo.

Iowa farmers now face even higher fertilizer costs as the war in Iran drives up prices compared to last fall, local farmer Lance Lillibridge said.

Waterloo Community Schools has not yet decided how to reroute students after Central Middle School closes to become Waterloo United High School.

Officials say a plan for adjusting elementary boundaries is expected soon.

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.

PIPAC’s Spring Summit

8:30 AM – 5:00 PM — Bien Venu Event Center — Registration fee required — Dive into industry insights and innovations in health and life insurance.

Teen Journaling Club

3:30-5:00 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Registration required — A creative and relaxing space for teens to explore journaling and self-expression.

EDM Showcase

8-11 p.m. — Octopus — $10 — Experience a vibrant night of EDM music with local talent.

Black Hawk Gem & Mineral Show

10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. — Waterloo Center for the Arts — $Varies — Discover stunning gems and minerals at this vibrant local showcase.

Shop the Basement Book Sale

10 AM – 1 PM — Waterloo Public Library — Friends Used Book Store Prices — Browse an array of books while supporting library programs and events.

Take-Home Garden Boxes Workshop

5:30-6:30 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Create your own garden box filled with plants while learning how to care for them.

Tech Class: Computer Basics

11 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Registration required — Explore the essentials of computer use in a friendly Q&A format.

Quilting Retreat

April 16-19 — Farmer's Daughters Quilts — Registration required — A creative getaway for quilting enthusiasts to share techniques and projects.

Bike Maintenance & Safety Workshop for Teens

3-4:30 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Registration required — Learn essential bike maintenance tips and safety practices from bike enthusiast Ryan.