Good morning, Waterloo.

Grout Museum is hosting story time for toddlers at its planetarium dome (a children's book will be read aloud) to engage young listeners in early literacy.

Nestlé announced it will cut approximately 16,000 jobs globally over the next two years—most cuts will affect white-collar positions while 4,000 roles in manufacturing and supply chain are also heading for reduction and it remains unclear if local jobs at the Waverly plant will be impacted.

An international food tasting event will be held on November 2 and attendees will try dishes from India, Bosnia, Pakistan, Mexico, Poland and Romania + the event aims to bring global flavors to the local community.

The Grammy-nominated string trio will perform with Wartburg Community Symphony as they play Robert Paterson's Triple Concerto — the event is set for 7 p.m. Saturday in Neumann Auditorium.

Yesterday, the Cedar Valley Family STEM Festival was held at Wartburg College in Waverly—families explored science and technology through hands-on activities.

Waterloo Community Schools is installing metal detectors at every entrance of Memorial Stadium today — the new security step aims to boost safety at school events.

MercyOne, in partnership with Black Hawk County Public Health’s Care for Yourself program, is offering Free Mammo Nights today in Cedar Falls from 2 to 7 p.m. for women 40 and older facing cost barriers; a final session will be held on November 6 at the Waterloo Breast Center (appointments required at 319-292-2225).

AJ Green, a Cedar Falls native and former UNI guard, signed a four-year, $45 million extension with the Milwaukee Bucks as confirmed Thursday by ProMondo Sports + ESPN.

He will remain with the team through the 2029-30 season and begin the next season on Oct. 22 against the Wizards.

Winterland - Grateful Dead Tribute

8-11 p.m. — Octopus — $10 — Experience the sounds of the Grateful Dead as Winterland takes the stage for a night of classic tunes.

Jaerv Concert

3:30-7:30 p.m. — Cedar Falls Community Theatre — Cost TBD — Enjoy the vigorous folk music of the award-winning Swedish quintet Jaerv with influences from jazz and pop.

Shop the Basement

10 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Help benefit the library while exploring a treasure trove of books at unbeatable prices.

Amid The Noise: A Post-Minimal Ambient Rock Experience

8-10 p.m. — Octopus — Free entry — Immerse yourself in a unique post-minimal and ambient rock soundscape.

Quilting Retreat

October 22-26 — Farmer's Daughters Quilts — Check for pricing — Experience a cozy retreat focused on quilting and creativity.

Altered Reality Book Club

5:30-7:00 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Connect with fellow speculative fiction fans over this month's book choice.

Jason Christensen Concert

8-10 p.m. — Octopus — $10 — Experience the musical prowess of one of Iowa's finest guitarists at the Octopus bar.

Fabulous Trutones Album Release Party

8-10 p.m. — Octopus — $10 — Celebrate the launch of The Fabulous Trutones' new album at their exciting release party.

Reformation Sunday Worship

10:00 a.m. — 1122 W 11th St, Waterloo, IA — Free entry — Celebrate Reformation Sunday in your best red attire.

Shop the Basement Book Sale

10 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Low-cost books — Explore a treasure trove of literature while supporting local programs.