📣 Reminder! The Fall for Allen Anniversary Event is this weekend. We’re sharing a sneak peek of the incredible amount of pumpkins being used by retired Peet Junior High art teacher Bill Close to create his famous mega-sculptures. For over 20 years, Bill built these huge, imaginative pieces with his students, and now he’s bringing that same community spirit back to life. Come see the final masterpieces for FREE in person along with food trucks, fall activities, a Centennial Market, and a history exhibit celebrating 100 years of Allen Hospital and Allen College. ‼️Don’t forget to bring your non-perishable food items to support the Northeast Iowa Food Bank. 🗓 October 3 to 5, 2025 🕙 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily 📍 Allen College 🔗 https://www.unitypoint.org/patients-and-visitors/classes-and-events/a2jkh000000eyv1iac #ExperienceWaterloo (fb)

Happy National Coffee Day! There’s no better time to celebrate the local spots that keep us caffeinated☕️ Don’t miss this specialty drink: 🎉 Sidecar Coffee is serving The Athena, a juniper berry fig latte While you're at it, show some love to these other local gems: 📍 Embark Coffee Co. 📍 The Savvy Bean 📍 Fat Cup Coffee Company 📍 Con Amor Bakery & Cafe 👉 What’s your favorite local coffee spot? (fb)