Good Day
Waterloo
Tuesday, November 18th, 2025
Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Salvation Army Angel Trees program has returned to Cedar Valley to help over 700 local children in need. Local partners will accept unwrapped gift donations of $25—$40 per child at participating locations until December 3 and at the Waterloo office until December 5. KWWL
- ➤ A wicked themed night of crafting is planned for Wednesday at the Waterloo Public Library's Hive — local craft enthusiasts will have a chance to enjoy a magical creative experience. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
- ➤ Cedar Bend Humane Society announced that Starburst, a three-year-old tortoiseshell cat known for her bold personality and gentle ways, is now available for adoption. Interested locals can contact the shelter to learn more about giving her a forever home—she is spayed and vaccinated. KWWL
- ➤ The Northeast Iowa Food Bank is urging Waterloo residents to keep donating now that SNAP benefits have resumed after the federal shutdown+ many local families continue to struggle with food insecurity. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
- ➤ The Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa awarded $395,000 in grants to four nonprofits that support opportunity + access, health and safety, vibrant communities and youth empowerment. The funding will boost programs that benefit regional residents, including those in Waterloo. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
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Preschool Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Engage young minds with delightful stories every Wednesday morning.
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Altered Reality Book Club
5:30-7 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Dive into speculative fiction with fellow enthusiasts while discussing the month's chosen title.
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Benny Gambaiani Chair Yoga
1:30–2:30 p.m. — Benny Gambaiani Public Library — Free entry — Engage in gentle chair yoga to enhance mobility, balance, and mindfulness.
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La Porte City Specialty Care Bazaar
8 AM – 1 PM — La Porte City FFA Historical and Ag Museum — Proceeds support local residents — Enjoy baked goods and early treasures for holiday gifting.
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Cedar Falls Municipal Band Holiday Concert
4-6 p.m. — Diamond Event Center — Free admission — Celebrate the holiday spirit with festive music performed by local musicians.
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Mother Goose Storytime
10:30-11 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Delight in stories and nursery rhymes for little ones up to age two.
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Knit & Crochet Drop-In
3:30-5:30 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Unwind and craft in the Hive with provided patterns and supplies for knitting and crocheting enthusiasts.
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Preschool Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — A charming session perfect for little ones aged three to five and their caregivers to enjoy stories together.
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Get Roasted Turkey Trot 5k
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Waverly Trails — $25 entry — Enjoy a spirited Thanksgiving morning run with friends and family in scenic Waverly, Iowa.
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Agile Classroom Training
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Waterloo WorkSpace — $949 — Gain hands-on experience and foundational knowledge in Agile and Scrum methodologies for project success.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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