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☀️📸 Good Tuesday Morning, Coulee
February 4, 2025
Caleb Lombardo
February 04, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 16 minutes
Happy Tuesday, neighbors. ☀️
Today on Good Morning, Coulee:
📸 Featured Image
🏛 Civil Updates
📆 (another) new layout for What’s Happenin’ (i’m sorry—still testing. we’re getting close. i promise)
Ready to greet the day? Let’s do it together. 👇
🎶 Song of the Day
Good vibes only 👇
*If you want to listen along as you read, scroll to the top right of this email and click “Read Online”.
You vibin’? You can listen to the entire playlist here ➡️
💬 Today’s Thought
“There are no strangers here; Only friends you haven’t met.”
📰 Quick Hits
Mindful Monday: YMCA and Gundersen to host Heart Walk and Wellness Expo (News 8000)
Accomplished flutist returns to La Crosse for special performance with the La Crosse Wind Symphony (News 8000)
Onalaska High School Football celebrates all abilities at Coulee Region All-Stars Tailgate (News 8000)
Airport officials work on building contingency fund to bring airlines to La Crosse, and keep them here (WIZM)
Winter Carnival is returning for a week of fun in Winona (WXOW)
Minnesota is moving to improve duck and pheasant habitat (WXOW)
Free weekend for Wisconsin residents at the International Owl Center Feb. 15-16 (WXOW)
🌤 Weather
psst….Small Business Thursday is just around the corner. Do you know a small business that could use a free shout out in our Thursday segment?
Okay, people. You’re undoubtedly getting confused at all the different layouts that I’m playing around with here. The question is—how do I cater to those wondering “what’s happenin’ tonight” AND those who are thinking “I should probably start planning for my weekend” AS WELL AS my fellow parents out there who need a free, fun activity for their kids NOW.
So—that’s what we have. A curated list of What’s Happenin’ Today, What’s Comin’ Up, and a kids section with fun, free events put on by our lovely local organizations/institutions. You can vote on this layout at the bottom. Sorry to bug you with these layout changes—but I want to get it right. For you. 😃
🎤 Taylor Swift: The Trivia Show @ The Crow // 8pm
📍 100 3rd St S, La Crosse
Look what you made us do, APQ players. Are you ready for it? It's time to go. APQ Presents, America's Pub Quiz: Taylor's Version.
Tuesday, February 4th, APQ has an entire special show all about Ms Swift - her songs, her life, her career, maybe some relationship questions thrown in there.
As always, seating is usually first-come-first-served. However, some venues accept reservations, but not all. Please call ahead to see if you can reserve a table.
And of course, remember to support the venues by eating & drinking at them. And please be courteous & generous to your servers.
🕯 Velvet Couch Candle Co In-Person Shopping @ Haus of Wax // 12pm-6pm
📍 215 S. Leonard St, West Salem
In person shopping at the Haus of Wax (my production space!) come see me and sniff candles in person!
My shop is located inside a shared building. Look for Rural Mutual Insurance next to the bike trail downtown, my door faces the bike trail and my orange velvet chair will be outside.
💞🐶 Sweet Heart Photos @ Wags & Whiskers Pet Food/Supplies // Saturday, 9am-3pm
📍 1603 Losey Blvd S, La Crosse
Valentine's Day photos for your pets! Same thing as the last, bring your pets in for a free photo. Staff will be taking photos of your furry friends right here at La Crosse location. We will be doing this from 9am to 3pm on Saturday, Feb 8th. Any and ALL pets welcome, we may be a dog and cat supply store, but we love all pets! Please let staff know if you'd like your photo printed or just a digital copy 🙂 See you on Feb 8th!
🎪 La Crosse Winter Roots Festival 2025 @ La Crosse Center // Saturday, 12:15pm-10:15pm
📍 250 Harborview Plz, La Crosse
The 4th Annual Gathering for the La Crosse Winter Roots Festival is inviting locals and visitors to celebrate "Wisconsin Favorites” in music, cuisine, local beer and spirits. Hosted at the La Crosse Center in the Riverside Ballroom, La Crosse Winter Roots includes regional musical favorites covering genres from classic rock, americana, country, funk, and bluegrass. A portion of the ticket sale proceeds will be given to the Hunger Task Force.
2025 Lineup:
Horseshoes & Hand Grenades
Them Coulee Boys
The Remainders
Copper Box
Bryce Thomaschefsky Band
Gregg "Cheech" Hall
Dan Sebranek & Mary
Randy Erickson
🏀 Adult Recess @ La Crosse Public Library // Friday, 6:30pm-8pm
📍 131 8th St S, La Crosse
Play like a kid again. enjoy snacks, socialize and take a break from adulting for a while! Choose from a variety of board games, bags, and giant Jenga, or re-live your childhood favorites and play with a giant parachute, four-square, and more! A fun, active, and social event for adult community members ages 18+.
🍷 Hatchery Lounge Wine Tasting Event @ Hatchery Riverside // Wednesday, 6pm-8pm
📍 410 Veterans Memorial Dr, La Crosse
Join us on Wednesday, February 5th from 6-8 PM for an exclusive wine tasting experience at Hatchery’s Lounge!
For just $50 per person, indulge in six carefully selected high-end wines, paired perfectly with a personal charcuterie board. 🍇🧀 Our expert will guide you through each wine, sharing insights and helping you savor every sip!
Spaces are limited to 40 people, so be sure to reserve your spot before it’s too late. This is the perfect activity for a romantic Valentine's Date or a fun Galentine's gathering with friends. ❤️
To reserve your spot, email us at [email protected] or message us directly!
We can’t wait to sip, savor, and celebrate with you! 🍷✨
📖 Story & Craft Time at the Library @ La Crescent Public Library // 10:30am-11:30am
📍 321 Main St, La Crescent
Join Miss Emily at the library for storytime with fun songs, activities & crafts! Tuesdays & Saturdays, 10:30am.
📕 Library Learners Story Time @ Holmen Library // 6:30pm-6:55pm
📍 121 Legion St W, Holmen
Join us for story times full of books, movement, songs, and fun. Story Times last approximately 25 minutes and are geared toward youth ages 3 - entering first grade, but all ages are welcome. Registration recommended. Children registered for Fall 2024 Story Times are automatically registered for Story Times in Winter/Spring 2025. Register here.
🧱 Busy Builders @ La Crosse Public Library // 5:30pm-6:30pm
📍 800 Main St, La Crosse
Looking for a way to stay warm this winter? Get busy building with blocks, magna tiles, Legos and more! Best for ages 0-6.
What do you think of this What's Happenin' layout?Help me help you |
🏛 Civil Updates
City of La Crosse - The City of La Crosse Yard Waste & Brush site application and payment portal is now available to residents for the 2025 season. The purchase of a seasonal permit sticker is required to utilize the Yard Waste and Brush site and is for City of La Crosse residents/property owners only.
Please visit our website for additional information and a link to the application portal under Refuse & Recycling > Brush & Yard Waste Site. Instructional documents are available by link as well for how to register an online account and how to apply online for the Yard Waste & Brush Site permit sticker.
City of La Crosse - Notice of Public Meeting - Neighborhood Revitalization Commission
Below are the links for the February 5, 2025 meeting at 6:00 pm. The meeting will be held in Council Chambers at City Hall and online via Zoom. Zoom information:
City of Onalaska - Administrative & Judiciary Committee Meeting (5:30pm) // Finance & Personnel Committee Meeting (6:15pm) on Wednesday
City of Onalaska - Lots of fun progress happening at the new community center on Quincy Street! Project info.
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🏀 Local Sports
Monday 2/3
Luther Girls Basketball @ Aquinas // 7:15pm
La Crescent Boys Basketball @ Winona // 7:15pm
Tuesday 2/4
Logan Boys Basketball @ Luther // 7:00pm
Logan Girls Basketball vs. Arcadia // 7:00pm
Central Boys Basketball @ West Salem // 7:00pm
Central Girls Basketball vs. Onalaska // 7:15pm
Aquinas Boys Basketball vs. Onalaska // 7:15pm
Holmen Girls Basketball vs. Memorial // 7:15pm
La Crescent Girls Basketball @ Lewiston-Altura // 7:15pm
La Crescent Boys Hockey vs. Viroqua // 7:00pm
Thursday 2/6
Luther Girls Basketball vs. La Crescent // 7:00pm
Logan Girls Basketball @ Mauston // 7:15pm
Central Girls Basketball @ Aquinas // 7:15pm
West Salem Girls Basketball @ Arcadia // 7:00pm
Friday 2/7
Luther Boys Basketball vs. Arcadia // 7:00pm
Logan Girls Basketball vs. Holmen // 5:45pm
Logan Boys Basketball @ Holmen // 7:15pm
Central Boys Basketball @ Aquinas // 7:15pm
Onalaska Boys Basketball vs. Tomah // 5:45pm
Onalaska Girls Basketball @ Tomah // 7:15pm
La Crescent Girls Basketball vs. Cotter // 7:15pm
La Crescent Boys Basketball @ Cotter // 7:15pm
West Salem Boys Basketball vs. Black River Falls // 7:00pm
Saturday 2/8
Central Boys Basketball vs. Elkhorn // 2:30pm
🎶 Live Music
Tuesday 2/4
9:00pm // Popcorn Tavern // Open Mic Night
Wednesday 2/5
9:00pm // Popcorn Tavern // Open Jam
Thursday 2/6
7:00pm // No Name Bar (Winona) // Mike Munson
Friday 2/7
5:30pm // Boot Hill Pub // Quenten Brown (variety)
7:00pm // Onalaska American Legion Post 336 // DOUBLE TAKE! (classic rock)
7:00pm // The St. Bernard Room // Peter Kish
7:00pm // Alpine Inn // Fayme Rochelle & The Waxsings
8:00pm // Whiskey River Bar and Grill // Payton Eilers
8:00pm // HD Tavern // Dylan Martinson
Saturday 2/8
4:00pm // Truman T. Lowe Center for the Arts, Annett Recital Hall // Katelyn Bouska (piano)
7:00pm // Robin’s Nest // Pulse 8
7:00pm // Cat Daddy’s Bar & Grill // Madlee
9:00pm // Popcorn Tavern // Gregg Hall & The Wrecking Ball (Tickets $10)
That’s all for today, neighbors. ☀️
Tomorrow, come and see us to learn about local jobs and to see our Pet of the Week & Adoptable Pets!
Have a great day. ❤️
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