Sunday, April 19th, 2026
Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 19th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Waterloo's Largest Flea Market + Garage Sale returned Saturday at Cedar Valley's National Cattle Congress with 175 vendors and many shoppers. The event invites visitors to come back today from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. if they bring a Saturday hand stamp. KWWL
- ➤ The Grout Museum District held a 90's-themed trivia fundraiser Saturday night to raise money for a new Imaginarium gallery after last year's hands-on center closed – the museum plans to reopen the center on July 1 to welcome families. KWWL
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Shop the Basement Sale
10 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Proceeds benefit the library — Browse a treasure trove of books while helping to support local programming.
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Tween Book Hang
6-7 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — A cozy gathering to discuss this month's featured children's books and enjoy art activities and snacks.
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Teen Writers Workshop
4:00 – 5:30 PM — Waterloo Public Library — Free — A creative space for aspiring young writers to explore their craft and share ideas.
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Clear Skin Social by Splendoré
5-7 p.m. — Splendore the Medical Spa — Join a small group of skincare enthusiasts for tips and inspiration on glowing skin.
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Adult Open Hockey
12:00-1:15 p.m. — Young Arena — $10.00 admission — Enjoy a thrilling game of hockey for adults aged 18 and up with full gear required.
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Pokemon Party
2-3:30 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Collect Pokémon cards, explore a scavenger hunt, make crafts, and enjoy snacks.
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The Texas Tenors Live Concert
2-5 p.m. — Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center — Tickets from $78 — Experience an unforgettable live performance by The Texas Tenors in Cedar Falls.
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Shop the Basement
10 AM – 1 PM — Waterloo Public Library — Friends Used Book Store Prices — Explore a treasure trove of books and support library programming.
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Bilingual Preschool Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy a bilingual storytime with engaging tales in English and ASL for preschoolers and caregivers.
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AI in Everyday Life Workshop
11 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Registration required — Explore everyday AI applications and their impacts on education and society.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Thomas Jefferson
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