☀️🐶 Good Wednesday Morning, Coulee

☀️ Good Morning—and welcome to Good Morning, Coulee—the newsletter that turns your inbox into a front porch moment.

Today on Good Morning, Coulee:

🥬 Could you forage your food if you had to? This guy is doing it—and he’s giving a talk at downtown staple, Larson’s General, tonight »

💼 Looking for the next great opportunity? You might just find it in our weekly jobs section.

😌 Get your jammies on. We’re going to Dewey’s Side Street Saloon for Open Jam and a free beer »

🎅 Santa is coming to Play Grounds of La Crosse this Friday. Photo op with him is included in your day pass. Talk about two birds with one stone »

I’m ready to take on the day. Let’s do it together. 👇

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📄 Title: Sales & Marketing Coordinator
📍 Location: La Crosse, WI (Company Confidential)
💰 Pay: $40,000 – $70,000 a year
⏰ Type: Full-time

📄 Summary:
A La Crosse-based hotel is hiring a Sales & Marketing Coordinator to support its sales and revenue goals. This full-time role involves assisting with sales initiatives, managing sales admin, and building relationships with current and potential clients. You’ll work closely with sales and front office teams, focusing on account management, group bookings, and new business development. Strong communication, organizational skills, and hospitality experience are valued. Benefits include employee discounts, PTO, paid training, and development assistance.

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📄 Title: Event Coordinator
📍 Location: La Crosse, WI (La Crosse Festivals Inc. d.b.a. Oktoberfest USA)
💰 Pay: $52,000 a year
⏰ Type: Full-time, Hybrid

📄 Summary:
Oktoberfest USA is hiring an Event Coordinator to help plan, execute, and coordinate the beloved Oktoberfest celebration and other events throughout the year. This full-time, hybrid position supports the Executive Director and collaborates with committees, volunteers, and vendors to ensure well-organized, smooth-running events aligned with the organization’s mission. The role involves event planning, timeline tracking, logistics, volunteer coordination, vendor communication, office support, and social media. Candidates should have strong organizational and communication skills and enjoy working in a collaborative, community-focused environment.

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📄 Title: Human Resources Coordinator
📍 Location: Caledonia, MN (Caledonia Haulers)
💰 Pay: $49,990.27 – $60,203.33 a year
⏰ Type: Full-time

📄 Summary:
Caledonia Haulers is hiring a Human Resources Coordinator to support HR operations, legal compliance, and employee services. This role involves managing employee benefits, overseeing COBRA and 401(k) administration, coordinating onboarding, and maintaining compliance with employment laws. Candidates should have strong attention to detail, HR experience, and solid organizational skills. Benefits include health, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with match, paid time off, and more.

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🛼 Let’s Go Roller Skating // Thu, Dec 11 // 4:00–7:30 PM // High Roller Skating Center // Event Link ➡️

Enjoy an affordable, family-friendly night of skating with music, games, and great vibes. Perfect for making memories, getting active, and enjoying a fun evening out together. Lace up and roll into a great Thursday night!

🎄 Home Alone Interactive Movie – Family Edition // Fri, Dec 12 // 3:30 PM // Winona Public Library // Event Link ➡️

Enjoy a lively, interactive screening of the holiday classic Home Alone—complete with call-outs, dancing, and family fun. Kids and adults can join in on favorite lines and moments for a spirited seasonal experience. A great way to kick off the holidays together!

🎶 One Accord at Rotary Lights // Fri, Dec 12 // 6:30–8:30 PM // Riverside Park, La Crosse // Event Link ➡️

Enjoy festive Christmas tunes sung by One Accord as they fill Riverside Park with holiday cheer. Stroll the Rotary Lights display, then step inside the Ice Castle to warm up and keep the magic going. A cozy, musical night in the park!

🧩 Daily Brew Co. Puzzle Night // Fri, Dec 12 // 5:00 PM // Daily Brew Co., Westby // Event Link ➡️

Gather your team and race the clock in this lively puzzle-solving competition at Daily Brew Co. Enjoy great food, drinks, and a fun challenge as you work through a 300-piece puzzle. A cozy, competitive night perfect for friends, families, or puzzle lovers!

🛍️ Holiday Makers Market // Sun, Dec 14 // 10:00 AM–3:00 PM // Pettibone Resort, La Crosse // Event Link ➡️

Browse an incredible lineup of local makers, artists, and food vendors at this festive holiday market. Enjoy shopping, treats, and a BINGO card challenge for a chance to win prizes—all while supporting the La Crosse Farmers Market Association. A perfect way to slow down, sip something warm, and shop small this season.

6:30 PM // Riverside Park // One Accord At Rotary Lights! // FREE

6:30 PM // La Crosse Bierhaus // Tri-State Accordion Club performs at the La Crosse Bierhaus // FREE

6:30 PM // The Freighthouse Restaurant // Saner & Gibbons @ The Freighthouse // FREE

6:30 PM // Lacrosse Moose lodge // Karaoke with Derek // FREE

7:00 PM // Trempealeau Hotel, Restaurant and Saloon // Marques Morel // $6

7:00 PM // Onalaska American Legion Post 336 // Pinski Brothers Band // FREE

7:00 PM // Blue Collar Bar and Grill // Quenten Brown at Blue Collar Bar and Grill // FREE

7:00 PM // Spare Time Lounge // A Neil Young Tribute ft. Billy Hembd and Gregg "Cheech" Hall // $10

7:00 PM // Popcorn Tavern // Matt Mahlum & Chubba live at the Popcorn Tavern // $10

8:00 PM // HD Tavern // LIVE MUSIC- ABBY SPENCER @ HD Tavern // FREE

8:00 PM // MUDDY WATERS BAR // Bruce & Virgil // FREE

8:00 PM // Genzie's // The Spare Parts Project Live at Genzie's! // FREE

8:00 PM // HD Tavern // ABBY SPENCER LIVE @ HD TAVERN // FREE

8:00 PM // Alpine Inn // Zeke Fitz Band @Alpine Inn // FREE

9:00 PM // The Popcorn Tavern // Original rock n roll with SLID, Badhardt and Jeffrey M. Kelly // $10

9:00 PM // Popcorn Tavern // Badhardt/SLiD/Jeffrey M. Kelly // $10

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