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Waterloo
Friday, December 5th, 2025
Good morning, Waterloo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of December.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local businesses across eastern Iowa are bracing for a busy winter as an early cold snap brings potential emergency repairs; plumbing and construction crews will adjust shifts and extra breaks as temperatures drop further. KCRG
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Grout Museum planetarium will host a sensory-friendly show on Saturday at 9:30 a.m. when lights are dimmed, sound effects muted, and the door left open (allowing guests to move freely). Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Cedar Valley Hospice received the Excellence in Care Award from the Hospice & Palliative Care Association of Iowa at a special ceremony in Des Moines on Dec. 1. The honor recognized the hospice for its commitment to quality care. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
- ➤ Allen Hospital’s heart team reached a milestone by completing its 300th open-heart surgery & surpassing its previous record of 262 set in 2003. The achievement highlights advanced care available to the local community. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier
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Home for the Holidays
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. — La Porte City FFA Historical and Ag Museum — Free entry — Experience live carolers, a raffle, and shop local vendors at the Museum!
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Candy Cane Course
9 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Blain's Farm & Fleet — Registration fee required — Experience a festive 5k/12k race with family-friendly fun and holiday spirit.
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The Big Soil Health Event
9 AM – 5 PM — Holiday Inn & Suites Cedar Falls-Waterloo Event Ctr — Check website for pricing — Discover innovations in soil health at this informative event by Soil Regen.
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Poetry Slam
7-9 p.m. — Octopus — No cover — Enjoy an evening of vibrant spoken word performances at this community poetry slam.
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Tech Help Drop-In
11 AM – 12 PM — Waterloo Public Library — Free assistance — Get tech advice and support for your devices from library staff.
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Breastfeeding Class
6:30-8:30 p.m. — UnityPoint Health - Allen Hospital — Free entry — Learn essential breastfeeding techniques from a certified lactation consultant for successful nursing.
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Benny Gambaiani Chair Yoga
1:30-2:30 p.m. — Benny Gambaiani Public Library — Free entry — Engage in accessible chair yoga aimed at improving flexibility and balance for all abilities.
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Holy Darkness Retreat
3-9 p.m. — Trinity Episcopal Parish — $10 — Engage in stillness and reflection during a Quiet Day retreat welcoming holy darkness.
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A Bel Canto Christmas
2-4:30 p.m. — Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center — Celebrate the spirit of the season with uplifting holiday music performed by local vocal ensembles.
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Teen Anime & Manga Club
4-5 p.m. — Waterloo Public Library — Free entry — Discuss your favorite anime and manga series while enjoying snacks from a monthly subscription.
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