☀️ Good Morning— and welcome to Good Morning, Coulee—the newsletter that believes every inbox deserves a little joy.
Today on Good Morning, Coulee:
🕰 a little local history in the form of a photo from the Murphy Digital Collection
☀️ local love is happening at The Greenhouse at Bittersweet—here are the details »
🤝 We’ll highlight a local small business that is doing great things in our community
♻️ There’s a Science Cafe being hosted at JavaVino tomorrow—wanna learn something? »
Okay, folks. Let’s dive in. 👇
🚿 This one’s for the homeowners who like to stay a step ahead.
Winter’s on its way (yep, already), and that means it’s prime time to make sure your sewer lines are ready to handle the freeze. The folks at Advanced Plumbing Systems can perform a camera inspection to catch any hidden cracks, clogs, or problem spots before they turn into a major headache.
If you’ve had issues in the past, or just want to be proactive this year, now’s the time to act—because once the ground freezes, so do your options.
💪 Prevent backups. Beat rising prices. Protect your home.
👉 Call Advanced Plumbing Systems today. Reach them at (608) 796-9978 and schedule your inspection before the first freeze hits. Or, click the link below to let them know you’re interested.
Here’s what I was listening to when I wrote this email. 👇
You vibin’? You can listen to the entire playlist here ➡️
Western Technical College hosts annual open house across multiple campuses // News 8 Now »
Steppin' Out in Pink receives $5,000 grant for breast cancer programs // News 8 Now »
Woodman's employee wins state's 'Best Bagger' competition // News 8 Now »
$25,000 donation aids La Crosse’s New Horizons amid funding decrease // WXOW »
Community helps local shelter with influx of rescues after animal neglect case // WXOW »
Children’s Miracle Network and Mid-West Family put on 5th-annual Radiothon, helping children and families going through medical hardships // WIZM »
🎬 Free Movies // Thu, Oct 09 // 6:00–8:00 PM // Onalaska Public Library // Event Link ➡️
Grab some popcorn and head to the library for a free movie night on the big screen! 🍿
A cozy evening perfect for families, friends, or anyone who loves a good story.
👻 Hidden Hills Haunted House // Fri, Oct 10 // 5:00–9:00 PM // Hidden Hills, Stoddard // Event Link ➡️
Enter if you dare... 🕯️ Explore the eerie property and final home of Erlend Norgaard in what’s rumored to be the scariest haunted house in the Coulee Region.
Open select nights in October — this one’s not for the faint of heart.
☕️ La Crosse Science Café // Fri, Oct 10 // 6:00–8:00 PM // JavaVino // Event Link ➡️
Grab a coffee and get curious — this month’s Science Café features Dr. Sujat Sen discussing renewable technologies shaping the future of energy. ⚡️
From homes to cars to entire industries, discover how innovation is powering a greener tomorrow.
☕️ Coffee & Chaos: Fall Edition // Sat, Oct 11 // 9:00–10:30 AM // Vet’s Memorial Park, West Salem // Event Link ➡️
Bring your little ones for a cozy morning of connection, creativity, and outdoor fun! 🌞
Enjoy fall crafts, nature play, sound bowl sessions, and candid photos by Brooke Rihn Photography. Perfect for kids 8 and under — and coffee-loving parents, too!
🍂 Sparta Fall Fest 2025 // Sat, Oct 11 // All Day // N Water St, Sparta // Event Link ➡️
Fall is in full swing in Sparta! 🎃
Shop local vendors, grab a bite from Food Truck Alley, and enjoy fun for all ages — from pumpkin painting and a pie-eating contest to axe throwing and wagon rides. Don’t miss the Chili Cook-Off at 4:30 PM and a free Movie in the Park (“Hocus Pocus”) at 6:30 PM!
ℹ️ Interior view of W. Grams Grocery on the 600 block of South Third Street in La Crosse, WI, taken in 1900. Pictured are (from left to right): Wenzel Grams, unidentified, John Leisgang, and Peter M.
🎶 Small Business Feature: Reed Music Studios
Since 1987, Reed Music Studios has been helping Coulee Region families hit all the right notes. With 28 professional instructors and lessons for every instrument under the sun—piano, guitar, strings, brass, woodwinds, and even voice—they’ve built a legacy rooted in passion, patience, and community.
They’re currently teaching over 500 students across the region—from Holmen to Viroqua—and they’ve created a welcoming space where beginners and seasoned musicians alike can grow, perform, and thrive.
If you’ve ever thought about picking up an instrument (or encouraging someone in your home to), this is your sign to get started. 🎵
👉 Learn more or get in touch at reedmusicstudios.com
Thursday, October 9
5:00pm // Starlite Lounge // Jim Knutson // FREE
7:00pm // Mary Cody's Restaurant and Maggie's Lounge // Abbey Lane // FREE
7:30pm // Cappella Performing Arts Center // Divas & Drummers – La Crosse Jazz Orchestra // $24
Friday, October 10
3:00pm // Elmaro Vineyard // Ryan Howe // FREE
5:00pm // Footjoy Farm & Brewing, Cashton // Dylan Harris and Carl Sandbeck // FREE
5:00pm // Grounded Patio Cafe // Jack Norton // FREE
6:00pm // Peter’s Biergarten, Winona // Wing Dam Jammers // FREE
6:30pm // La Crosse Bierhaus // The Bierhaus Boys // FREE
7:00pm // Hei n Löw, Winona // Connor Sternberg // FREE
7:00pm // Leo and Leona’s, Bangor // Beatles Tribute // $25
7:00pm // Cat Daddy’s Bar & Grill // Cousins K&J // FREE
7:00pm // Alpine Inn // Mike McAbee // FREE
7:00pm // Onalaska American Legion Post 336 // Studebaker 7 // FREE
7:00pm // Brick Sip Haus, Tomah // The Drive! // FREE
7:30pm // Cappella Performing Arts Center // Divas & Drummers – La Crosse Jazz Orchestra // $24
9:00pm // No Name Bar, Winona // Dead Amsterdam and V I A // $10
10:00pm // Popcorn Tavern // Squidhammer, Mantra of Morta, Thundergoat // $10
Saturday, October 11
12:00pm // Eckers Apple Farm, Trempealeau // Honeycrisp Hootenanny // $31
1:00pm // La Crosse Bierhaus // Rich Pinski // FREE
2:00pm // Trempealeau Hotel // Forrest McCurren // $5
6:00pm // Trempealeau Hotel // The Tommy Bentz Band // $6
6:00pm // Two Fathoms Brewing, Winona // Patina // FREE
6:00pm // Sippi’s Pub & Grub, Winona // Jack Willems // FREE
6:30pm // Freight House Restaurant // Hans Mayer & Jessie McDonald // FREE
6:30pm // La Crosse Bierhaus // Oktoberfest Singers // FREE
7:00pm // Angry’s Way Out // Don Harvey Duo // FREE
8:00pm // Moxie’s // BT Band Presents A Zach Bryan Tribute // FREE
8:00pm // HD Tavern // Spies of Good Report // FREE
8:00pm // Robins Nest // The B-SideS // FREE
8:00pm // Popcorn Tavern // People Brothers Band // $15
9:00pm // Smokey’s Bar and Grill, Holmen // Banter // FREE
9:00pm // Mr. Stix Bar // Greedy Volunteers // FREE
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That’s it for today, my friends. Enjoy the fall vibes out there!
See you tomorrow morning! ☀️
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