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📖 Jocular (adjective) — JOK-yuh-lur
❤️ Good-humored, playful, and fond of a joke.
💡 Why it's good: A jocular regular who has the whole diner laughing is worth more than any decoration.

🌅 Sunrise: 7:09am · 🌇 Sunset: 6:35pm · 🌙 Waning Crescent (10%)

👗 What to Wear: Crisp low-50s start, so grab a sweatshirt or light jacket for the morning, then go short sleeves by afternoon as it warms to the low 70s. Sunglasses are a must. No umbrella needed.

WEDNESDAY // ☀️ Sunny
High 76°, Low 46° · Cool and bright to start, then warm, dry, and sunny the rest of the day.

THURSDAY // ⛅ Partly Cloudy — High 69°, Low 47°
FRIDAY // ⛅ Partly Cloudy — High 72°, Low 61°
SATURDAY // ☀️ Sunny — High 84°, Low 60°
SUNDAY // ☀️ Sunny — High 82°, Low 61°
MONDAY // ☁️ Mostly Cloudy — High 76°, Low 51°
TUESDAY // ☁️ Mostly Cloudy — High 59°, Low 45°

⭐ FEATURED: Parent and Kids Weekly Pottery @ All Glazed Up | Wed, Oct 7, 4:00–5:30PM A gentle introduction for children ages 7+ to on-the-wheel pottery — bring a parent and create together. 📅 Event Link →

⭐ FEATURED: 💡 Ideas Week: Work Smarter with AI with Sarah Arendt-Beyer @ The Works | Wed, Oct 7, 5:30PM Practical AI skills for everyday life — learn to work with AI tools effectively, streamline everyday tasks, spark new ideas, and pick up new skills. 📅 Event Link →

⭐ FEATURED: 🧘 Karma Yoga @ Living Simply Well | Wed, Oct 7, 6:00–7:00PM Join a gentle, heart-centered Karma Yoga class where 100% of the proceeds benefit The Hunger Task Force. 📅 Event Link →

🧸 Little Movers Storytime @ Main Library | Wed, Oct 7, 9:30–10:00AM Get ready to move, sing, and play in this energetic 30-minute storytime for little ones and their grown-ups. Perfect for curious minds and busy bodies. 📅 Event Link →

☕ National Coffee with a Cop Day @ Groovy Grounds | Wed, Oct 7, 10:00–11:30AM Join the La Crescent Public Library and Police Department for National Coffee with a Cop Day at Groovy Grounds. Enjoy storytime, Q&A, and conversation with Police Chief Luke and Officer April. 📅 Event Link →

🌱 Repot Your Indoor Plants @ Mary Ann's Floral and Gifts | Wed, Oct 7, 4:00–6:00PM Learn how to repot your indoor plants with guidance from Aimee. Bring your own pots or choose from a selection available. 📅 Event Link →

🛍️ Galesville Farmer Market @ Galesville Square | Wed, Oct 7, 4:00–7:00PM Shop for farm-fresh produce, homemade baked goods, handcrafted soaps, body care products, local maple syrup, and more at the Galesville Farmer Market. 📅 Event Link →

🎨 Petite Picassos @ La Crosse Public Library, Main Library, CREATE Lab (Second Floor) | Thu, Oct 8, 10:00–11:00AM Join us in the CREATE Lab as we paint, build, and explore the world of art! This event is best for ages 1-4. 📅 Event Link →

🎨 Makerspace @ La Crescent Public Library | Thu, Oct 8, 3:00–5:00PM Come create, build, and explore at the library Makerspace! STEAM activities for all ages including arts & crafts, blocks & Legos, marble mazes, gears, and electricity & magnetism kits. All are welcome! 📅 Event Link →

🤝 Friend Speed Dating at PICS @ Pics La Crosse | Thu, Oct 8, 5:30–7:00PM Meet new 📅 Event Link →

📋 Title: Massage Therapist - MedSpa

📍 Location: La Crosse, WI (Driftless Aesthetics)

💰 Pay: $22 – $26/hour

⏰ Type: Full-time or part-time

📝 Summary: Driftless Aesthetics is adding a licensed Massage Therapist to its growing La Crosse team, working alongside estheticians, injectors, and other wellness professionals in a spa-like setting. The role covers tailored massage services, at-home care recommendations, and treatment notes — a good fit for someone who wants a calm, collaborative environment focused on holistic care.

🔗 Apply here

📋 Title: Guest Services / Ticket Desk

📍 Location: La Crosse, WI (Mt. La Crosse)

💰 Pay: Not listed

⏰ Type: Seasonal — flexible day, evening, and weekend shifts of 5-8 hours, typically November through mid-March

📝 Summary: Mt. La Crosse is hiring ticket desk staff to be the first point of contact for guests, answering questions and processing ticket and rental sales. Perks include a season pass plus discounts on rentals, Pro Shop items, and snack bar food. Applicants must be at least 16 and pass a background check.

🔗 Apply here

📋 Title: Maintenance Technician

📍 Location: Viroqua, WI (GPac)

💰 Pay: $26 – $33/hour

⏰ Type: Full-time, 6pm-6am shift in a 24/7 operation

📝 Summary: This hands-on, multi-craft maintenance role supports a highly automated dairy facility, keeping production, packaging, and utility systems running safely and reliably. It's a strong fit for a mechanically and electrically skilled tech with 3+ years of industrial experience who wants to work with advanced automation, robotics, and pasteurization systems.

🔗 Apply here

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✅ Purrs super loud

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