Sunday, July 27th, 2025
Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 27th of July.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Aaron McClelland was named assistant chief for Waterloo Police Department — he will support Chief Rob Duncan in planning, organizing and directing all operational and administrative activities of the department. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
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Mother Goose Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy delightful stories aimed at newborns to age two and their caregivers.
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Cedar Falls Municipal Band Concert
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Overman Park — Free entry — Enjoy delightful music from Iowa's distinguished concert band under the sky.
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Glaze Your Own Piggy Bank
6-7:30 p.m. — Phelps Youth Pavilion — Members: $26 | Non-members: $32 — Explore the Arthur Geisert Exhibit and create your own piggy bank.
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Iowa Irish Festival
7 p.m. — Iowa Irish Fest — Set times to be announced — Celebrate a weekend filled with vibrant Irish music and culture in Waterloo.
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All Things Chocolate Weekend
All day — Waterloo / Lost Island KOA Resort — Entry fee TBD — Indulge in a weekend filled with delightful chocolate-themed activities and treats.
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Writing Waterloo: A Place-Based Poetry Workshop
5:30-7 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Capture the beauty of Waterloo through the art of poetry with local writer Dr. Hannah Carr-Murphy.
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Trivia Night at SingleSpeed
6:00 – 7:30 p.m. — SingleSpeed Brewing Co. — Food and drinks for purchase — Test your knowledge in a fun trivia competition with friends.
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Friends Memory Café
10-11 a.m. — Hartman Reserve Nature Center — Free entry — A supportive community gathering for people living with dementia and their caregivers featuring refreshments and nature-related activities.
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Coffee and Conversation
2-4 p.m. — Fat Cup Coffee — No ticket required — Engage in lively discussions over a cup of coffee in a cozy atmosphere.
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3rd Offense Live Performance
10:30 PM – 2:30 AM — Lincoln Park, Waterloo, IA — Ticket prices unknown — Enjoy an energetic performance from 3rd Offense at Lincoln Park.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Yesterday I was clever, so I wanted to change the world. Today I am wise, so I am changing myself.
~ Rumi
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