Sunday, November 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 23rd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Waterloo Career Center is hosting a free community soup dinner Monday at the Central Middle School Commons. Homemade chicken noodle soup, fresh bread, and sweets will be served from 5—7 p.m. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
- ➤ The Salvation Army will host its annual free Thanksgiving meal this Thursday—serving traditional trimmings to anyone in need. The event is free and open to all community members. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
- ➤ A recap of free Thanksgiving meal sites across North Iowa has been released to help residents plan for the holiday. The guide lists locations, times, and eligibility details—offering essential information for those in need. Globe Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Wartburg-Waverly Festival of Trees will begin Dec. 1 and feature decorated trees and holiday displays—bringing community members together in a local celebration. Organizers say the event will showcase local traditions and energize the area. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Waterloo school board will discuss reinstating the early retirement plan for licensed personnel at its meeting at 5 p.m. Monday— the plan was rescinded in 2019. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
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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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Family Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy engaging stories for families in a cozy library setting.
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Shop the Basement Book Sale
10 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Book prices vary — Explore a treasure trove of books while supporting library programs.
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Hudson Varsity Basketball Game at Dike-New Hartford
7:45-9 p.m. — Dike-New Hartford High School — Ticket prices vary — Catch the exciting conference matchup between Hudson and Dike-New Hartford's varsity teams.
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Google Sheets: Intermediate Workshop
11 AM – 12 PM — Waterloo Public Library — Registration required — Build on your Google Sheets skills with Library Assistant Sindhu.
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Terrific Twos Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — A delightful storytime session perfect for two-year-olds and their caregivers.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate.
~ Carl Jung
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