Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 30th of June.
Good morning, Waterloo.
🏘️ Community
Families in Waterloo flock to free splashpads like the one at Gates Park as temperatures climb to the 90s, giving residents a refreshing way to beat the heat and gather as a community.
📰 Lifestyle
Chatty Kathy, a vocal 2-year-old cat, is ready for adoption after spending over 100 days at Cedar Bend Humane Society.
Staff say she is ideal for someone living alone who wants a chatty pet to brighten a quiet home.
🏈 Sports
Former Cedar Falls Tiger Colin Coonradt was named an All-Star for the Northwoods League Bucks; the game will be played on Wednesday, Jul.
8 at the Field of Dreams movie site in Dyersville. He currently bats .319 with 19 RBIs and five stolen bases.
🎉 Waterloo Events
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Preschool Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Engage young minds with delightful stories and readings in a friendly atmosphere.
Concerts in Kohlmann Park
6:30 PM — Kohlmann Park — Free entry — Enjoy live music by the Cedar River with family and friends during the summer concert series.
4th of July Weekend Celebration
— July 3 - 5 — Waterloo / Lost Island KOA Resort — Reservation required — Celebrate Independence Day with outdoor fun and recreational activities at the KOA Resort.
Waterloo Fourth of July Fireworks
10:00 PM — RiverLoop Amphitheatre & Expo Plaza — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with live music and a spectacular fireworks display over the Cedar River.
Mother Goose Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — A delightful storytelling session for newborns to age two and their caregivers.
Manga in the Gardens
3:00 – 4:30 PM — Cedar Valley Arboretum & Botanic Gardens — Free with library card — Unleash your creativity with a Manga drawing session in a serene garden setting.
Wiggle Worm Wednesdays
10-11 a.m. — Waverly Public Library — Free entry — Engage little ones with sensory-rich activities and nature-themed fun every Wednesday in July.
Bob Dorr's Blues Jam
7-9 p.m. — Octopus — No cover — Enjoy an evening of blues music at your local bar with no entry fee.
2026 Leader Valley Twilight Golf Fundraiser
4:15-9 p.m. — Irv Warren Memorial Golf Course — Entry fee applies — Participate in a fun-filled evening of golf while supporting community projects.
Mega Foam Blaster Fun Day
10 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy a massive foam-filled adventure in a safe and eco-friendly environment.
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