GOOD MORNING, COULEE

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❤️ Appreciate the Small Things today.

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THOUGHT

THE GOOD WORD

📖 Lagniappe (noun) — LAN-yap
❤️ A small, unexpected gift given just to be kind.
💡 Why it's good: The extra cookie the baker tucks in the bag is a lagniappe that keeps you coming back.

MUSIC

All The Small Things - blink-182

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(GOOD) NEWS

UW-La Crosse remains unbeaten with 7-0 shutout win over UW-River Falls // News 8 Now »

WEATHER

🌅 Sunrise: 7:11am · 🌇 Sunset: 6:31pm · 🌙 Waning Crescent (1%)

👗 What to Wear: Cool upper-40s start, so grab a sweatshirt or light jacket for the morning, then go short sleeves by afternoon as it warms to the low 70s. Light southeast breeze, no umbrella needed.

FRIDAY // ⛅ Partly Cloudy
High 73°, Low 58° · Dry and pleasant all day, with clouds early and more sunshine by late afternoon.

SATURDAY // ☀️ Sunny — High 85°, Low 58°
SUNDAY // ☀️ Sunny — High 83°, Low 66°
MONDAY // 🌤️ AM Clouds/PM Sun — High 78°, Low 56°
TUESDAY // ⛅ Partly Cloudy — High 61°, Low 48°
WEDNESDAY // 🌦️ PM Showers — High 61°, Low 53°
THURSDAY // 🌦️ AM Showers — High 61°, Low 48°

HAPPENINGS

⭐ FEATURED: 🎨 Northeast Iowa Artists' Studio Tour — Day 1 (Friday) @ Studios in New Albin, Lansing & Harpers Ferry | Fri, Oct 9, 10:00AM–5:00PM Explore artist studios along the Mississippi River in New Albin, Lansing, and Harpers Ferry. Free self-guided tour, 10 AM–5 PM daily. 📅 Event Link →

⭐ FEATURED: 👻 Hidden Hills Haunted House @ Hidden Hills | Fri, Oct 9, 6:00–10:00PM Explore Hidden Hills, the haunted home of 📅 Event Link →

⭐ FEATURED: 🎵 Fellow Travelers @ Trempealeau Hotel | Fri, Oct 9, 7:00–10:00PM Enjoy live music from Fellow Travelers as they perform songs from their debut album 'Don't Fail Me Now'. A minimum donation of $5 is suggested. 📅 Event Link →

⭐ FEATURED: 🍪 Sip & Paint: Halloween Cookies @ All Glazed Up | Sat, Oct 10 Sip & Paint at All Glazed Up — paint your own Halloween cookies piece. 📅 Event Link →

⭐ FEATURED: 🎬 La Crosse Adventure Film Festival - Night 2 @ Mt. La Crosse | Thu, Oct 15, 6:30–9:30PM Night 2 of 📅 Event Link →

🛍️ Hmoob Cultural Center Farmers Market @ Hmoob Cultural and Community Center | Fri, Oct 9, 3:30–7:00PM Join the Hmoob Cultural Center Farmers Market for fresh produce and community engagement. The market runs during the outdoor season from May to October. 📅 Event Link →

🍷 The Grand Opening of the Terrace @ Sweet Beats Jazz and Dessert Lounge | Fri, Oct 9, 5:00PM Join us for an elegant evening of four-course dining and wine pairings, featuring Crab Cake + Sparkling Wine, Pumpkin Soup + Chardonnay, Tenderloin Filet + Zinfandel, and Crème Brûlée + Ice Riesling. 📅 Event Link →

🛍️ Jackson Plaza Summer Farmers' Market @ Jackson Plaza | Sat, Oct 10, 8:00AM–12:00PM Join the Jackson Plaza Summer Farmers' Market for fresh produce, local food, artisan goods, and live music. Explore and support small businesses. 📅 Event Link →

🛍️ Outdoor Fall Artisan Market @ Palmer Gullickson Octagon House | Sat, Oct 10, 9:00AM–2:00PM Explore unique handcrafted goods and autumn treats at the historic Palmer-Gullickson Octagon House Fall Market. Enjoy tours and support local artisans in a charming outdoor setting. 📅 Event Link →

🛍️ Vintage Market @ 608 Brewing Company | Sat, Oct 10, 12:00–3:00PM Join us for the first ever Vintage Market at La Crosse Taproom, featuring local stores like Rose Street Vintage, AB Threads, Thrift Store Treasure Hunting, Too Cool Vintage, and Second Story Merch. 📅 Event Link →

🍽️ Philippines Cuisine Food Truck @ Elmaro Vineyard | Sat, Oct 10, 12:30–5:00PM Join Elmaro Vineyard for a taste of the Philippines with great food, wine, and views. 📅 Event Link →

🛍️ Onalaska Farm Fresh Market @ Onalaska Farm Fresh Market | Sun, Oct 11, 8:00AM–1:00PM Onalaska's largest farmer's market offers fresh produce, baked goods, and artisanal products every Sunday from 8 AM to 1 PM. The market runs weekly starting May 17th, 2026 and ending October 25th, 2026. 📅 Event Link →

Sunday Afternoon Pottery @ All Glazed Up | Sun, Oct 11, 12:00–2:00PM OUR NEWEST CLASS! A guided 2-hour on-the-wheel pottery session — adults and teens only. 📅 Event Link →

🏈 Packers vs Bears Watch Party @ The Blue Zone Pickleball | Sun, Oct 11, 12:00–3:00PM Join us for a Packers vs Bears Watch Party with bucket drink specials, bingo, and food from Elevated Juicery. There is also $10 open play at The Blue Zone. 📅 Event Link →

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