# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Dot Day!
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 12:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: International Dot Day is a global celebration of creativity, courage, and collaboration held annually on or around September 15-ish. Inspired by Peter H. Reynolds' beloved 2003 children's book, The Dot, encourages people of all ages to "make their mark" and embrace their artistic potential. 

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Visit the library for the grand opening of the Dot Art Display, featuring artwork by Waterloo students. Enjoy a donut while supplies last.

10:30 AM: Head over to the Waterloo Urban Farmers Market for a special Storytime featuring a reading of The Dot!

Stay and enjoy additional Dot Day activities hosted by the farmers market, and explore other Dot displays around downtown Waterloo!

In case of rain, storytime will be held in Meeting Room AB.

Age group: Families
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/waterloo/dot-day/200030666950836
- **Event Categories**: art, meetups, farmers-markets
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 23

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Waterloo
- **state**: IA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 415 Commercial St, Waterloo, IA, United States, Iowa 50701
- **lat**: 42.4964
- **long**: -92.34107
- **full address**: 415 Commercial St, Waterloo, IA, United States, Iowa 50701

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Dot Day!
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Dot Day! being held?
  - **A:** Dot Day! takes place on Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 12:00 pm at 415 Commercial St, Waterloo, IA, United States, Iowa 50701.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Dot Day!?
  - **A:** Dot Day! is organized by Waterloo Public Library.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Dot Day! is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Waterloo, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Dot Day! sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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