☀️🏡 Good Monday Morning, Coulee

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5th Annual Hip Hop Breakfast with Santa combines jingle bells with holiday beats // News 8 Now »
Runners step out in ugly sweaters for a good cause // News 8 Now »
Hot cocoa and holiday cheer mark successful 6th Jinglefest celebration // News 8 Now »
Mt. La Crosse opens early with bonus pre-season day // News 8 Now »
Holmen Jingle Fest brings holiday cheer to downtown // News 8 Now »
Dahl Automotive donates $20,550 to La Crosse Area YMCA // News 8 Now »
La Crosse Soup, River City Wrestling partner to host Soup Slam event // WXOW »
LSO Film Collection offers new big screen symphony experience // WXOW »
La Crosse Fire Department, Water Utility bring back Hydro Helpers program // WIZM »
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🧪 Make & Play Mondays: STEM Club // Mon, Dec 08 // 3:30–4:30 PM // La Crosse Public Library Main Auditorium // Event Link ➡️

Kids can dive into hands-on STEM fun with experiments, challenges, and interactive learning. This monthly club is perfect for curious minds eager to explore science, tech, engineering, and math. Best for ages 6–11.

🪗 Tristate Accordion Club at Rotary Lights // Tue, Dec 09 // 7:30–8:30 PM // Rotary Lights, La Crosse // Event Link ➡️

Enjoy holiday favorites performed by the Tristate Accordion Club as they bring festive music to Rotary Lights. Expect singalongs, community cheer, and a uniquely charming musical experience.

💎 Diamonds & Decadence Party // Wed, Dec 10 // 5:00–7:30 PM // Driftless Aesthetics, La Crosse // Event Link ➡️

An evening of beauty, sparkle, and celebration awaits at Driftless Aesthetics. Expect warm vibes, exclusive offers, and all the glow you need to carry you through the season. More details coming soon, but go ahead and mark this one on your calendar.

🩰 La Crosse Dance Centre’s 36th Annual Nutcracker Ballet // Fri, Dec 12 // 7:30 PM // Viterbo University Fine Arts Center, La Crosse // Event Link ➡️

Celebrate a beloved holiday tradition as Maria journeys through snow-covered forests, magical realms, and the colorful Land of Sweets. This long-running La Crosse production brings classic Nutcracker magic to life for all ages. A festive, timeless way to welcome the season.

🍬 Sweet Snowscapes: Gingerbread Houses // Sat, Dec 13 // 11:00 AM–12:00 PM // La Crosse Public Library Main // Event Link ➡️

Kids can dive into a sweet, hands-on crafting session by building and decorating their own gingerbread houses. With graham crackers, frosting, and candy supplied, all they need to bring is creativity. A fun, festive activity perfect for ages 5–11.