Good Morning ☀️ — and welcome to Good Morning, Coulee—the newsletter that’s always glad to see you—and it shows.
Today on Good Morning, Coulee:
🛍 Need to get out of the house tonight? I feel ya, my friend. Check out the Winter Market at the La Crescent Area Event Center Fresh goods, local crafts, and a chance to get out and mingle. Here’s the info »
🐱 Need a cat? I’ve got the one for you. Our adoptable pet of the day is a cute lil’ guy in need of a loving home.
🔴 There’s free Bingo at Howie’s tonight (sneaky good food, btw). Check it out »
🍸 Learn to make Valentine’s Day-themed cocktails this Thursday at The Crow. Plus, you’ll get an appetizer! »
📸 Thanks to reader Jack for our awesome photo of the week.
Alright, friends. Let’s do this thing. 👇
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Calling All Traditional Makers
Rustic is taking shape as a new and up-and-coming artisan store opening Spring 2026 inside Valley View Mall, and we’re creating a space that celebrates the handmade, the time-honored, and the enduring traditions of true craft.
Alongside our curated selection of Amish-built furniture, handcrafted décor, and restored antique pieces, we’re gathering artisans whose work reflects the same values—craftsmanship, authenticity, and materials that come straight from the earth.
No synthetics. No plastics. No chemical shortcuts.
If you create with beeswax, wood, clay, natural fibers, or earth-made ingredients, we want to hear your story. We’re especially excited to welcome:
Natural candle makers
Traditional cold-process soap makers
Woodworkers and carvers
Ceramic artists and potters
Fiber artists using natural fibers and dyes
Basket weavers, leatherworkers, and metalworkers
Heritage craft makers of all kinds
If your craft carries tradition forward, we’d love to feature your work at Rustic as we prepare to open our doors this spring.
Reach out with photos and a short introduction:
📧 [email protected]
Here’s what I was listening to when I wrote this email.👇
1997 - Saint Motel
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📸: Jack
🎉 BINGO at Howie's - FREE to play! // Tue, Feb 10 // 8:00PM // Howie's on La Crosse // Event Link ➡️
Free bingo night at Howie's with prizes from White Claw, District 901 Gym, and a Pitcher Party. Enjoy 2-for-1 White Claw cans while you play.
🛍️ Winter Market // Tue, Feb 10 // 4:00PM–7:00PM // La Crescent Area Event Center // Event Link ➡️
Indoor farmers & artisan market throughout the season! Farm fresh goods and local crafters will have plenty of fantastic options!
30 Years of The Wedding Tree Celebration // Thu, Feb 12 // 5:00PM–10:00PM // The Court Above Main // Event Link ➡️
Celebrate 30 years of The Wedding Tree at The Court Above Main, hosted with The Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours. No RSVP required.
💖 Adult Craft: No-Sew Heart Pillows // Fri, Feb 13 // 1:00PM–2:00PM // Main Library, Lower-Level Auditorium (Auditorium B) // Event Link ➡️
Join us for a sweet Valentine's Day craft and make a no-sew, heart-shaped pillow using soft felt and cozy fleece!
🎨 Sip & Paint: Paint Your Partner! // Fri, Feb 13 // 7:00PM // All Glazed Up // Event Link ➡️
Unleash your inner artist and create a masterpiece of your loved one at this fun Sip & Paint event. Get ready for laughter, creativity, and a unique portrait of your partner!
🐾 Adoptable Pet of the Week: Pierogi
Want to get involved in our segments? Here are some handy-dandy links.
I’ll see ya out there, neighbor. ☀️👋
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