Good morning, Waterloo.

Former Waterloo police officer Keaton Northup pleaded not guilty to charges of homicide by vehicle operating under the influence + homicide by vehicle reckless driving after a 2024 motorcycle crash killed his girlfriend Jenna Mills.

A memorial ceremony in Japan marked the 80th anniversary of the Hiroshima atomic bombing when 55,000 people, including guests from 120 countries, observed a moment of silence.

At the Grout Museum in Waterloo, local artifacts and interviews with veterans like Corbin Roger underscore Iowa’s wartime ties—honoring sacrifices such as those of the Five Sullivan Brothers—while preserving the lessons of the past.

Cedar Valley Stem & Stein Festival

4-8 p.m. — Riverloop Expo Plaza — $40 per person — Taste a wide variety of local food, wine, and spirits at this lively outdoor festival.

Shop the Basement - Book Sale

10 AM – 1 PM — Waterloo Public Library — Friends Used Book Store Prices — Explore a treasure trove of books while supporting library programs.

Mike Finley Retirement Seminar

5:30-6:30 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — An enlightening 8-week seminar series to help you prepare financially and psychologically for retirement.

Octopus Bingo

8-9 p.m. — Octopus — No cover — Enjoy a fun night of bingo in a lively bar atmosphere on the second Wednesday of every month.

PRA 90th Anniversary Celebration

4-7 p.m. — SingleSpeed Brewing Co. — RSVP required — Celebrate 90 years of PRA’s accomplishments with drinks, appetizers, and community spirit.

RiverLoop Rhythms with Jake Nelson Band

5:30-9:30 p.m. — RiverLoop Amphitheatre & Expo Plaza — Free admission — Celebrate the weekend with live country rock music from the Midwest's band of the year.

John Deere Waterloo 5K

7:30-10:00 a.m. — John Deere Tractor & Engine Museum — Check the website for registration fees — Enjoy a fun 5K run in a historic setting.

60th Annual Old-Time Power Show

8 AM – 5 PM — Antique Acres — Admission fees apply — Celebrate the heritage of antique machinery with exhibits, demonstrations, and a stunning Parade of Power.

Teen Game Night

3-4:30 p.m. — Cedar Falls Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of various board games and snacks with friends.

Healthy Gardening Class: Pepperthon

10:30 PM — Prairie Parkway Garden — Free entry — Enjoy light exercise and cooking with fresh garden produce while learning about peppers.