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Writing Waterloo: A Place-Based Poetry Workshop

Monday, August 4, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room AB at Waterloo Public Library
Program Type:
Event
Age Group:
Adults

Join Waterloo native and Hearst Center Writer-in-Residence, Dr. Hannah Carr-Murphy, for an inspiring place-based poetry workshop! Celebrate the beauty of Waterloo by capturing your favorite landscapes and landmarks through poetry.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Trivia Night at SingleSpeed!

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Event
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for an exciting Trivia Night at SingleSpeed! Gather your team or join one when you arrive and put your knowledge to the test across a variety of fun topics.

Offsite Event
This event is in the "Adults" group

Senior Social Hour

Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Meeting Room A at Waterloo Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Event
Age Group:
Adults

Looking for a fun and friendly way to spend your Thursday mornings? Come to the library for our weekly Senior Social Hour, where good conversation and light activities await!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Java & Jigsaws

Friday, August 8, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Second Floor at Waterloo Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Event
Age Group:
Adults

Get ready, puzzle enthusiasts—WPL is hosting a Puzzle Club! Join us for a fun and relaxing morning of puzzle-solving on the 2nd floor of the library. Connect with friends and enjoy complimentary coffee as you work on puzzles together.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Senior Social Hour

Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Meeting Room A at Waterloo Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Event
Age Group:
Adults

Looking for a fun and friendly way to spend your Thursday mornings? Come to the library for our weekly Senior Social Hour, where good conversation and light activities await!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Bookmark Break

Friday, August 15, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Event, Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

We’re excited to bring you Bookmark Break—a monthly silent book club designed for introverts and book enthusiasts alike!

Offsite Event
This event is in the "Adults" group

Senior Social Hour

Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Meeting Room A at Waterloo Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Event
Age Group:
Adults

Looking for a fun and friendly way to spend your Thursday mornings? Come to the library for our weekly Senior Social Hour, where good conversation and light activities await!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Read, Donate, Repeat Blood Drive

Monday, August 25, 2025 at 11:00am - 3:30pm
Conference Room at Waterloo Public Library
Program Type:
Event
Age Group:
Adults

Give a gift straight from your heart-WPL is hosting a blood drive! Although walk-ins are accepted, appointments are preferred.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Japanese Tea Ceremony Demonstration

Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A at Waterloo Public Library
Program Type:
Event
Age Group:
Adults

Get a taste of Japanese culture with a live tea ceremony demonstration by Maoko, a UNI student and cultural ambassador! Learn about this fascinating tradition and enjoy some light snacks.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Senior Social Hour

Thursday, August 28, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Meeting Room A at Waterloo Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Event
Age Group:
Adults

Looking for a fun and friendly way to spend your Thursday mornings? Come to the library for our weekly Senior Social Hour, where good conversation and light activities await!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Senior Social Hour

Thursday, September 4, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Meeting Room A at Waterloo Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Event
Age Group:
Adults

Looking for a fun and friendly way to spend your Thursday mornings? Come to the library for our weekly Senior Social Hour, where good conversation and light activities await!

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Anime & Manga Club

Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Department at Waterloo Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Event, Book Club
Age Group:
Teens

We're hosting an Anime and Manga club for teens! We'll talk about our favorite series, favorite characters, and enjoy some fun treats, including snacks from a monthly Snack Box subscription.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Senior Wellness & Screening Series

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Meeting Room AB at Waterloo Public Library
Program Type:
Event
Age Group:
Adults

Take charge of your health with our monthly wellness events—absolutely FREE! Each screening comes with a special program to help you live well and stay safe all year long. These programs are in partnership with Thrivera atHome.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Senior Social Hour

Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Meeting Room A at Waterloo Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Event
Age Group:
Adults

Looking for a fun and friendly way to spend your Thursday mornings? Come to the library for our weekly Senior Social Hour, where good conversation and light activities await!

This event is in the "The Hive" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Adults & Crafts: Shrinky Dinks

Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
The Hive at Waterloo Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Event, Hive Workshop
Age Group:
The Hive, Adults

Join us in the Hive for a blast from the past- we're making Shrinky Dinks! We'll have the materials needed for your tiny creations, whether it's keychains, jewelry, etc. All you need to bring is your imagination and nostalgia!

Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Senior Social Hour

Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Meeting Room A at Waterloo Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Event
Age Group:
Adults

Looking for a fun and friendly way to spend your Thursday mornings? Come to the library for our weekly Senior Social Hour, where good conversation and light activities await!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Bookmark Break

Friday, September 19, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Off Site
Program Type:
Event, Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

We’re excited to bring you Bookmark Break—a monthly silent book club designed for introverts and book enthusiasts alike!

Offsite Event
This event is in the "Youth" group

Dot Day Downtown!

Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Event, Storytime
Age Group:
Youth

Make your mark with us for International Dot Day, a global celebration of community and creativity!

Schedule of Events:

Offsite Event
This event is in the "Adults" group

Plant Swap!

Monday, September 29, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room AB at Waterloo Public Library
Program Type:
Event
Age Group:
Adults

The Plant Swap is back! Whether you're looking to rehome a plant you already have, or you want to adopt a new plant, all are welcome at this program.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Banned Book Silent Read-In

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Second Floor at Waterloo Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Event
Age Group:
Adults

In the spirit of a silent book club, bring a banned book of your choice and enjoy some quiet reading time with others. Not sure what to read? We’ll have a selection of banned books on hand for you to choose from.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Senior Wellness & Screening Series

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Meeting Room AB at Waterloo Public Library
Program Type:
Event
Age Group:
Adults

Take charge of your health with our monthly wellness events—absolutely FREE! Each screening comes with a special program to help you live well and stay safe all year long. These programs are in partnership with Thrivera atHome.

This event is in the "Adults" group

One Book, One Community

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Event
Age Group:
Adults

Celebrate Banned Books Week with a Community Read of 1984. In recognition of Banned Books Week 2025, the Cedar Valley community is coming together to read George Orwell’s classic, 1984.

Offsite Event