Join the Cedar Valley Plant-Based Community for vegan burgers from Big Head Burger before heading to the Grout Museum for National Astronomy Day. Due to limited seating, we will eat at Washington Park, weather permitting. The evening will include astronomy activities and opportunities to explore the universe in the museum’s planetarium, as part of the museum’s annual Star Party season kickoff. It is free for museum members and $5 per person for the general public. This is a casual meetup and a fun way to connect with fellow plant-based locals while enjoying science and space exploration together. Schedule 5:00-6:00: Order to-go vegan burgers at Big Head Burger (324 W 4th St) 5:15-6:45: Eat burgers and plant-based picnic food at Washington Park picnic tables (W Park Ave & South St) 7:00-9:00: National Astronomy Day at the Grout Museum (503 South St) All are welcome: vegans, vegetarians, and anyone curious about plant-based food or space. Read more...

Join us for a fun evening out with the Cedar Valley Plant-Based Community! We’ll kick things off at SingleSpeed Brewing Co. for food, drinks, and great conversation with fellow plant-based eaters. Afterward, we’ll head to a performance of Sweeney Todd the Musical by Waterloo Community Playhouse/Black Hawk Children’s Theatre for a memorable night of theatre together. Come for one part of the evening or stay for both. It’s a great chance to connect, enjoy vegan-friendly options, and experience a unique night out in the Cedar Valley. 📍 Location 1: SingleSpeed Brewing Co. (325 Commercial St, Waterloo) 📍 Location 2: Waterloo Center for the Arts (225 Commercial St, Waterloo) Schedule 5:00-6:40: Dinner Grab food and drinks, meet the group, and enjoy a relaxed start to the evening on the outdoor patio, weather permitting. 6:45: Group Meetup at Theatre If you’re only heading to the show, I recommend coming around 6:45 and saying hi beforehand. 7:00-9:00: Sweeney Todd Enjoy the performance (Row L)! Read more...