Good morning, Waterloo.

Camping reopens today at Black Hawk County Park in Cedar Falls after crews did a quick fix on the campground road damaged by summer floods and storms — Conservation Director Mike Hendrickson said long-term repairs will follow to repair rotted culverts.

The change lets residents return to the site to use the park for the final weeks of the season.

The Friends of the Waterloo Public Library Fund has joined the Waterloo Community Foundation as a new fund to support library facilities and programs, including summer events like Mess Fest and Lego Lab—marking a key milestone during the group's 50th anniversary.

District officials in Waterloo will unveil the new high school name, mascot and colors on October 8 at the Waterloo Convention Center when superintendent Jared Smith gives his State of the District speech after a half hour social.

The new school, which will combine the East and West high schools, is under construction on the Central Middle School site and is expected to open in August 2028.

Gov. Reynolds and her team are on an eight-day trade trip to India to build stronger ties with leaders in food, farming, and biotech as they visit Delhi, Pune, and Mumbai.

They will speak at DialogueNEXT and sign an agreement with Maharashtra— and they will return on Sept. 13.

Bob Dorr's Blues Jam

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Octopus — No cover — Groove to live blues tunes at the neighborhood bar and enjoy a vibrant community atmosphere.

Grundy Center vs. Dike-New Hartford Varsity Football Game

7-9 p.m. — Dike-New Hartford High School — Entry fee varies — Experience the thrill of a high school football showdown under the Friday night lights.

Family Storytime

10:30-11:00 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Experience engaging stories for the whole family every Saturday morning.

Pioneer Craft Fair

11 AM – 4 PM — Grundy County Conservation — Free entry — Celebrate history with crafts, food, and entertainment for all ages.

Sound Healing Experience

6:30 p.m. — River Place Plaza — $15 per person or pay what you can — Immerse yourself in a relaxing sound bath with crystal sound bowls.

Computer Basics Workshop

11 AM – 12 PM — Waterloo Public Library — Registration required — Explore the essentials of computer usage and get your questions answered in a supportive environment.

2025 Momentous Awards Recognition & Fundraiser

6-8:30 p.m. — Waterloo Center for the Arts — Registration required — Celebrate seven years of progress with awards, catering, and community spirit.

Octopus Psych Fest

8-10 p.m. — Octopus — $10 — Enjoy local tunes from Maize, Toaster Ghost, and Jonny H. in a friendly bar atmosphere.

IBosnaFest

4-11 p.m. — Riverloop Amphitheatre — Free entry — Experience Bosnian culture with food, drinks, and live music while enjoying a folk dance workshop.

Shop the Basement Sale

10 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Proceeds support library events — Browse an extensive collection of books at bargain prices in the library's basement.