Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of June.
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🎭 Culture
The Friends of the Grout Historic Houses Garden Tours and Plant Sale will feature seven local gardens Saturday from 1 to 5 p.m.—Gaylord Stauffer’s enchanted outdoor space and John Brackin’s backyard oasis are among the highlights.
A plant sale will start at 9 a.m. at Snowden House, and proceeds will support the upkeep of nearby historic museums.
🎓 Education
Allison Rank was named founding director of UNI's new Center for Civic Education that launched with a $1 million state appropriation.
She will start her role on June 30 — overseeing center activities, securing grants and building stakeholder relationships as a political science professor.
🏛️ Government
MET Transit is launching new transit routes today through August to connect Gates Park and Byrnes Park Aquatic Center.
Revised Routes 1B, 3, and 4 will run with fixed times — including hourly service from 10:11 a.m. to 5:40 p.m. and a Youth Summer Fare of $0.25 per trip for riders 6 to 18.
Waterloo Water Works will flush water mains in the area west of Ansborough Avenue—north of Waterloo Memorial Park Cemetery from Jane Street to Campbell Avenue on Thursday.
The maintenance aims to clear debris and ensure proper hydrant function.
🎉 Waterloo Events
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Shakespeare in the Gardens: Much Ado About Nothing
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Cedar Valley Arboretum & Botanic Gardens — Free entry — Experience a timeless comedy performed by a diverse cast of talented actors.
Kris Lager Live Performance
5:30-9:30 p.m. — RiverLoop Amphitheatre & Expo Plaza — Free admission — Experience a vibrant evening of blues and soulful rhythms with Kris Lager.
Mankato MoonDogs at Waterloo Bucks
6:35-8:05 PM — Waterloo Riverfront Stadium — Secure tickets online — Feel the thrill of a live baseball showdown between the Waterloo Bucks and Mankato MoonDogs.
Waterloo Bucks vs Mankato MoonDogs
3:35-5:05 p.m. — Waterloo Riverfront Stadium — Ticket sales support a featured cause — Enjoy a local baseball matchup and contribute to a good cause.
Mother Goose Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — A delightful storytime for newborns up to age two and their caregivers.
PMP Certification Classroom Training
9 AM - 5 PM — Waterloo WorkSpace — $1599 — Gain essential project management skills and certification with top-notch instructors and comprehensive training.
Ames Freshman Baseball vs. Waterloo East
10:30 a.m. — Waterloo East High School — Free entry — Catch a thrilling non-conference freshman baseball matchup as Ames takes on Waterloo East.
Hudson Varsity Softball Match vs. Aplington-Parkersburg
5-6:45 p.m. — Hudson High School — Free entry — Watch an exciting varsity softball game as Hudson takes on Aplington-Parkersburg in a home conference clash.
Marshalltown Varsity Baseball vs. Waterloo East
5-6:45 p.m. — Waterloo East High School — Free entry — Watch an exciting home conference matchup between two local varsity baseball teams.
V Baseball Tournament at Waterloo Bucks
2-8 p.m. — Waterloo Riverfront Stadium — Admission varies — Cheer on the local teams in a thrilling baseball face-off against Central Lee.
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