☀️ Good Morning—and welcome to Good Morning, Coulee—the newsletter that’s already made your morning easier—and a little more fun.
Today on Good Morning, Coulee:
🐶 There’s a certain Pet of the Week that’s here to make sure you start your day with an “aww”
🍷 Head on down to the Hatchery Lounge tonight to partake in their holiday wine tasting—plus, enjoy the Rotary Lights while you are down there »
💼 Need a new gig? Just curious about what’s out there? We’ve got some great jobs for you to check out. Plus, we’ve deployed our own jobs board. Want to be notified when new jobs become available? You can do that here »
🎅 Santa will be out & about this weekend—he’s got a busy calendar. Still need to give him your list? Go to gmcoulee.com/events and check out Saturday’s calendar
Alright, folks. Let’s have a day. 👇
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Eye Piece: More Than Harp Players // News 8 Now »
Two Madison men make their first-ever stop in La Crosse to end national comedy tour // WXOW »
Rivoli owner Jon Gelatt on hit YouTubers headed to La Crosse, never seeing It’s A Wonderful Life and questionable Christmas movies // WIZM »
Two area educators share 2026 Iverson-Freking honors in La Crosse // WIZM »
🐾 Pet of the Week: Meet Augie!
📄 Title: Painting Apprentice
📍 Location: La Crosse, WI
💰 Pay: $17 an hour
⏰ Type: Full-time
📄 Summary:
La Crosse Painters is hiring a Painting Apprentice to learn the trade through hands-on work, skilled mentorship, and real projects. No experience required—just a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn. You’ll gain skills in prep, painting techniques, and jobsite professionalism while working with a team that values quality and craftsmanship. Great opportunity to grow a long-term career in residential and light commercial painting.
📌 Title: Scheduler (Operations Support Specialist)
📍 Location: La Crosse, WI (The Board Store Home Improvements Inc)
💰 Pay: $24 – $28 an hour
⏰ Type: Full-time
📝 Summary:
The Board Store is hiring a Scheduler to coordinate installation teams, manage inventory, and streamline day-to-day operations. You’ll work closely with supply chain and service teams to ensure timely scheduling, accurate parts ordering, and strong communication from initial contact through final billing. This role requires attention to detail, scheduling or coordination experience, and the ability to adapt and communicate effectively across teams.
📄 Title: Sales & Account Development Specialist
📍 Location: West Salem, WI (MacDonald & Owen Lumber Company)
💰 Pay: From $70,000 a year
⏰ Type: Full-time
📋 Summary:
MacDonald & Owen Lumber Company is seeking a Sales & Account Development Specialist to represent the brand professionally across global markets while managing key sales functions, account activity, and operational processes. The role blends strategic sales with high-level support to ensure accurate order fulfillment, build strong vendor relationships, and promote the company’s values. Ideal for someone with drive, attention to detail, and a servant-hearted attitude who wants to thrive in both business and life.
👉 Apply →
🎶 Winter Concert – Johnson Street Underground // Wed, Dec 17 // 6:00–7:30 PM // Johnson Street Underground (Winona) // Event Link ➡️
Enjoy a cozy winter evening of a cappella harmony, featuring a live quartet performing seasonal favorites and crowd-pleasing classics—no instruments, just voices. Warm up with a glass of wine, a plate of hot lasagna, and rich, layered vocals in an intimate underground setting.
🎄 Big BLUE Christmas Party // Thu, Dec 18 // 4:30–6:30 PM // Wild Child Indoor Playground (Valley View Mall, La Crosse) // Event Link ➡️
Celebrate the holidays with a BLUE-themed party just for kids featuring a meet-and-greet with Blue and her sister Orange, themed snacks, photo ops, gifts, and fun activities. Tickets are required due to capacity limits, and open playtime at Wild Child is included for extra festive fun.
🎶 Dave Orr’s Blues Night // Thu, Dec 18 // 8:00–11:00 PM // Popcorn Tavern, La Crosse // Event Link ➡️
A late-night blues session that’s loose, loud, and soulful, led by Dave Orr and backed by a rotating cast of local musicians. Expect gritty guitar work, vintage blues tones, and an in-the-moment jam vibe that pulls from legends like Stevie Ray Vaughan, Buddy Guy, and the Allman Brothers.
🍝 The Art of Ravioli – Hands-On Pasta Class // Fri, Dec 19 // 4:30–8:30 PM // Uptown Loft, La Crosse // Event Link ➡️
Roll up your sleeves and learn the craft of handmade ravioli from scratch with Chef Chris Hilton. This immersive, step-by-step class covers dough making, filling, shaping, and sealing, ending with time to enjoy your fresh pasta and the satisfaction of mastering a timeless Italian technique.
🥃 Old Fashioned Bingo // Sat, Dec 20 // 10:00 AM–12:00 PM // Silverado’s Saloon, West Salem // Event Link ➡️
Kick off your Saturday with a festive round of bingo, classic Old Fashioneds, and holiday cheer. Enjoy a build-your-own Bloody Bar, seasonal drink specials, and meat & cash tip boards—all while supporting the West Salem American Legion.
Friday, December 19
5:00 PM // Footjoy Farm and Brewing // Singer/Songwriter Night with Dylan Harris feat Whitney Rose // FREE
6:30 PM // Lacrosse Moose Lodge // Music with Time Travelers // FREE
7:00 PM // Adams St Pub // Christmas Karaoke // FREE
7:30 PM // Pump House Regional Arts Center // String Ties Holiday Concert // $35
8:00 PM // Popcorn Tavern // LIVE MUSIC - Toaster Ghost, Janakey Band, & Ricky // $10
8:00 PM // Alpine Inn // 6th Avenue Band // FREE
9:00 PM // Popcorn Tavern // Toaster Ghost, Janakey Band, & Two Castles // $10
Saturday, December 13
4:00 PM // Adams St Pub // MIKE MCABEE!! Christmas Party! // FREE
4:30 PM // La Crosse Club // Saturday Live Music w/Allison Sky, Cocktails & Rotary Lights // FREE
6:00 PM // Trempealeau Hotel, Restaurant and Saloon // Eric Tessmer // $6
6:00 PM // Hatchery Riverside // Hatchery Lounge Presents: Bryce Thomaschefsky // FREE
6:00 PM // Twin Bluffs Bar // Singalong Sideshow at Twin Bluffs // FREE
7:00 PM // American Legion // Ann Christoffer @American Legion in Caledonia MN // FREE
7:00 PM // Smokey's Bar and Grill // The B-SideS LIVE at Smokey's Bar and Grill // FREE
8:00 PM // Robins Nest // Brianna Rae Band at Robins Nest // FREE
8:00 PM // Popcorn Tavern // Holly's 40th Birthday Bash ft. People Brothers Band! // $15
TBD // Pump House Regional Arts Center // Pump Up The Jam Dance Party // $10
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