Saturday, April 19th, 2025

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Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Cedar Falls AAUW chapter will celebrate its centennial anniversary with a dinner and annual business meeting on April 28 — marking the founding milestone of the local group. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
- ➤ The People’s Rally is expected to bring protesters downtown—demonstrators will offer five minute speeches on a range of topics. Globe Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Grace Reformed Church in Waterloo resumed its long-held Easter drama tradition after it was halted during the COVID-19 pandemic and staged a Friday performance & will hold another showing today at 7 p.m. in its sanctuary. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Iowa lawmakers passed a bill that will require high school students to pass the U.S. citizenship test to graduate and amended a prenatal education bill that now goes back to the Senate for review. They also approved a constitutional amendment proposal to allow children to testify remotely — a change that can be reconsidered in legislative sessions starting in 2027. Globe Gazette
SHOP NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Tech Help Drop-In
9:30-10:30 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free assistance — Bring your devices and get tech support from library staff.
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Coffee and Conversation
2-4 p.m. — Fat Cup Coffee — Free entry — Engage in delightful discussions over a cup of coffee in a welcoming atmosphere.
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Conflict Management Training Workshop
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — River Place Cowork — Inquire for pricing — Master essential skills to handle conflicts effectively and elevate workplace relationships.
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Unity in the Community Resource Fair
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Waterloo Convention Center — Free entry — Discover amazing local resources while enjoying food, entertainment, and prizes.
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UNI Jazz Combos Performance
7-9 p.m. — Octopus — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of smooth jazz with local talent showcasing their musical skills.
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Center Point-Urbana Girls JV Soccer Match
6:30-8:15 p.m. — Waverly-Shell Rock High School — No cost indicated — Cheer on the Waverly-Shell Rock JV girls as they face Center Point-Urbana in this non-conference soccer match.
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DNWHS Girls JV Soccer Match
6:30-8:15 p.m. — Waverly-Shell Rock High School — Free entry — Cheer on the Waverly-Shell Rock JV team as they take on Decorah-North Winneshiek in a home match.
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