Events
Coffee & Connections
Come meet our team and enjoy a free cup of coffee and a sweet treat on us! Learn about senior living options from the people who know it best. Learn what’s new —like 55+ rentals and Lifecare at Landmark.
Coming to a town near you--LaPorte City, Jesup, Cedar Falls, and Evandale. Please RSVP to 319-486-1680.

Village Treasures Gift Shop
Our Auxiliary opened a new gift shop this summer with all proceeds going to benefit our Residents in higher levels of care. Find something that you didn't know you were looking for, like handmade crafts, artwork or snacks. Check out the Friendship Village swag including shirts, mugs and sweatshirts.
We are open Monday through Friday from 2-4pm at Village Terrace, 600 Park Lane in Waterloo.

Benefits of Intergenerational Connection
September 11, 2-3pm
How do we all benefit from intergenerational connections, whether in families or friend groups? What do we learn from each other? Take part in this topic exploration talk on September 11, from 2-3pm. Location: Cove Lounge at Village Place, 3720 Village Place, Waterloo. RSVP to 319-486-1680.

Blood Drive
September 18, 10:30am-4pm
The American Red Cross has declared its second-ever national blood supply crisis after blood donations fell to a four-year summer low. Help us answer the urgent call for blood donations by joining our Friendship Village Blood Drive. Your donations save lives and provide help for people undergoing a wide range of circumstances, including serious injuries (such as in a car crash) surgeries, childbirth, anemia, blood disorders, cancer treatments, and many others.
Your donation could be the difference!
September 18, from 10:30am to 4:00pm. Village Terrace Event Center, 600 Park Lane, Waterloo.
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Food Truck Fridays
Various dates
Sept 18, 11am to 2pm with Spice of Egypt .
Village Terrace, 600 Park Lane in Waterloo.
"Serving bold, flavorful shawarma and Egyptian-inspired dishes that will take your taste buds on an unforgettable journey. Taste the tradition, savor the spice!"
Visit the
Facebook page to see more food truck dates.

Free community concert with Jay Allen
September 25, 5:30-8:30pm
Friendship Village is proud to be a sponsor of this free community event to support Alzheimer's Awareness with special speakers and a concert by Jay Allen, Country music star who calls Cedar Falls his hometown.
Known for his philanthropic work spurred on by his mother’s passing from Alzheimer’s in 2019, Jay has gone on to raise over $160 million to help fight the disease with his viral song “Blank Stares”.
Friday, September 25, 5:30-8:30pm at Hilton Garden Inn,
7213 Nordic Dr., Cedar Falls. Doors open at 5pm.

Walk to End Alzhiemer's
September 26
Walk to End Alzheimer's is here again, taking place on the University of Northern Iowa campus. Come walk with our team on September 26th!
Find all the details here and sign up:

The Eisenachers
September 29, 6-7pm
Get your Polka on! The Eisenachers are Waverly, Iowa’s own polka band, known for their lively traditional sets and a long history of high-energy performances that will keep your toes tapping.
September 29th, from 6-7pm at the Village Terrace Event Center, 600 Park Lane, Waterloo.
RSVP to 319-486-1680.

Call for Artists
Event date: October 15, 2026
We invite artists of all ages and types to participate in this community celebration of creativity. This is a family-friendly event, so all audiences welcome. Kindly fill out this interest form.
Contact Darci Jarnagin at (319) 291-8544 or djarnagin@fvrc.com for any questions you may have.
We would be honored to showcase your talents and creativity!

2026 Travel Opportunities
Find out about upcoming travel packages from Gulliver’s Travel.
Please call them at 319-233-3502 for information.
Upcoming trips feature the Islands of New England and New York City Holiday.
Download brochures here:
New England
New York City



