Good morning, Waterloo.

Photos taken from Saturday’s 2025 Summer Soul Classic Parade and North End Arts and Music Festival in Waterloo show the event’s key moments—capturing vibrant community artistry and celebration.

Hawkeye Community College has announced a 2025-26 artist series with shows on Aug.

21 featuring a Beach Boys tribute, Oct. 23 with sisters Cassie and Maggie performing folk music, Feb. 12 by Waterloo natives Felicia and HartSmith, and June 5 with Ashes & Arrows—season tickets cost $70 and include tickets to all shows plus two student productions, while individual tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for those 18 and younger, purchasable online until Aug. 20.

Today, Waterloo city council moved forward with an urban renewal plan for Panther Farms—officials say the plan aims to upgrade local infrastructure and more details will follow in upcoming meetings.

The River City Pickleball Classic set a record at the pickleball courts in East Park — a milestone for the tournament.

Cathedral Girls' Soccer Camp

3:00 PM – 5:30 PM — CHS Football Field — Registration required — A camp designed to prepare incoming freshman girls for high school soccer competition.

Memory Circle for Dementia Support

2 p.m. — Cedar Falls Community Center — Free — A supportive gathering for individuals with dementia and their partners to foster friendships and enrichment.

Octopus Comedy Open Mic

8-10 p.m. — Octopus — No cover — Enjoy a night of laughs at Cedar Falls' monthly comedy showcase.

Coffee and Conversation

2-4 p.m. — Fat Cup Coffee — Free entry — Engage in stimulating discussions over a warm cup of coffee.

Eau Claire Express at Waterloo Bucks

6:35-8:05 p.m. — Waterloo Riverfront Stadium — Secure your seats now — Experience the thrill of live baseball action as the Bucks take on the Express.

The Janeys Live Performance

8-11 p.m. — Octopus — $10 — Enjoy a night of blues and rock music from The Janeys at your friendly neighborhood bar.

Revibe 2025

5-9 p.m. — Memorial Park — Free entry — Enjoy an uplifting evening of worship and music featuring Jon Reddick and Jamie MacDonald.

Shop the Basement Sale

10 AM – 1 PM — Waterloo Public Library — Donations appreciated — Explore the extensive basement book inventory and support library programs.

Preschool Storytime

10:30-11:00 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Engage little ones with delightful stories every Tuesday morning.

Introduction to Using Gmail on PC and Android

6-7 p.m. — Cedar Falls Public Library — Free class — Learn how to navigate the Gmail App and manage your emails on PC or Android devices.