Good morning, Waterloo.

The Independent Order of Odd Fellows is hosting a Swiss steak and ham meal on Sunday — from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. — at the lodge in Cedar Falls.

KWWL and the R.J. McElroy Trust Foundation announced that ten Black Hawk County teachers earned the Gold Star Award for outstanding teaching—each teacher will receive a $1,000 honorarium and an extra $1,000 to improve their classroom.

A ceremony will be held on May 20 at 7:00 p.m. at the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center at UNI and is free to attend.

Fourth Street Northeast will be closed to through traffic between North Massachusetts Avenue and North Carolina Avenue starting Monday, April 14–motorists are urged to use alternate routes.

Cedar Falls Area - Pop Up Picnic Date Night for Couples

6-10 p.m. — Cedar Falls Park — Donation based — Enjoy a self-guided picnic date night with fun activities designed to strengthen your relationship.

2024 Clark Cup USHL Playoffs

April 14-30 — Young Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience exciting junior hockey action as teams vie for the Clark Cup championship.

Octopus Team Trivia Night

8-10 p.m. — Octopus — No cover — Test your knowledge with a fun trivia theme focused on CARBS.

Octopus Comedy Open Mic

8-10 p.m. — Octopus — No cover — Enjoy a fun night of laughs at the local open mic comedy night.

Maundy Thursday Service

6:30-7:30 p.m. — St. Ansgar Lutheran Church — No tickets required — Participate in a meaningful Maundy Thursday service with a Bread Meal.

Winterland - Grateful Dead Tribute

8-11 p.m. — Octopus — $10 — Experience a night filled with the soulful tunes of the Grateful Dead at your local bar.

Easter Weekend Concert

5-8:30 p.m. — Wartburg-Waverly Sports & Wellness Center — Free entry — Celebrate Easter weekend with a free Christian concert and a BMX performance.

Easter Sunday Service

10-11 a.m. — St. Ansgar Lutheran Church — Free entry — Start Easter with coffee and fellowship followed by a meaningful service celebration.

Shop the Basement!

10 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Friends Used Book Store Prices — Discover a treasure trove of books while supporting library programming.

Octopus Team Trivia

8-10 p.m. — Octopus — No cover — Put your trivia knowledge to the test with a spring-themed challenge at your friendly neighborhood bar.