Monday, August 25th, 2025
Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 25th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Waterloo Public Library announced a series of events for the last week of August—ranging from story times to workshops—and will host these activities to engage local residents. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
- ➤ On Sunday, dozens of local golfers played at Gateway Golf Course in a charity event called Woody's Toys to raise funds and collect toys for children in need. Organizer Paul Woodward said the $80 fee covered green fees, a golf cart, lunch, and raffle entries—supporting Stead Family Children’s Hospital and Ronald McDonald House as more events are planned for the holiday season. KWWL
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Mike Finley Retirement Seminar
5:30-6:30 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Prepare for retirement with insights on financial and psychological strategies over eight weeks.
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Japanese Tea Ceremony Demonstration
6-7 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Experience a live tea ceremony and discover the art of Japanese tea culture with light snacks.
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3rd Annual Salsa Festival
10 PM - 12 AM — 5100 Prairie Pkwy, Cedar Falls, IA — Entry fee required — Showcase your finest salsa creations in a flavorful competition.
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APHS Varsity Football Game at Grundy Center
7-9 p.m. — Grundy Center High School — Entry fee may apply — Cheer on the Aplington-Parkersburg and Grundy Center varsity football teams in this exciting non-conference matchup.
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Free Summer Concert Series - Cedar Falls
7:30-9 p.m. — River Place Plaza — Free entry — Celebrate Labor Day weekend with music from John Williams' legendary film scores.
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Stand-Up Comedy Night with Carl Giannetto
3-9 p.m. — K & M Korner — $10 entry — Enjoy a night of laughs with local comedian Carl Giannetto as he shares his comedic insights.
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Preschool Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — A delightful time of storytelling for children ages three to five and their caregivers.
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Preschool Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Delight in storytelling adventures perfect for preschoolers and caregivers.
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Central College Women’s Golf Wartburg Invitational
Sep 4-5 — Prairie Links Golf Club — Not specified — Experience collegiate women's golf at its finest with local teams competing.
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Cascade Varsity Football vs. Hudson
7-9 p.m. — Hudson High School — Admission details not provided — Catch the exciting non-conference matchup between Hudson and Cascade's varsity football teams.
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