Thursday, April 23
Edition #347
GOOD MORNING, COULEE
Thanks for joining me this morning. In today’s newsletter…
🍕 Good Morning, Coulee—your source for good news, local events, and now, discounts at local restaurants »
🎨 Studies show that Good Morning, Coulee has the most talented group of people as readers (probably). Local art—coming in hot.
🛍 Sweet Valley Artisans has Spring Market in the Valley this Saturday »
🕰 The Fire Department did a group pic with the squad back in 1925.
Alright, friends. Let’s do this. 👇
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TODAY’S (GOOD) NEWS
NFL Draft prospect returns to Coulee Region alma mater ahead of the draft // WXOW »
La Crescent expands sustainability efforts with solar, stormwater projects on Earth Day // WXOW »
Local author empowers people with disabilities through creative writing workshop // News 8 Now »
4k preschooler teachers learn ukulele to teach students at "Music With Minis" event // News 8 Now »
New La Crosse County Board members sworn in // News 8 Now »
Area Track and Field athletes compete in the Knight Invite // News 8 Now »
30 years, 30 wishes: Big Bikes for Little Tikes rides to help Viroqua boy secure safety bed // WIZM »
WEATHER REPORT
🌅 Sunrise: 6:08am · 🌇 Sunset: 7:58pm · 🌙 Moon: Waxing Gibbous (49.1%)
THURSDAY // 🌤️ Partly Cloudy · High 81°, Low 57° · Beautiful day to get outside
FRIDAY // 🌦️ AM Showers · High 61°, Low 42° · Wet morning — umbrella ready
SATURDAY // 🌤️ Partly Cloudy · High 63°, Low 45° · Showers clear out for the weekend
SUNDAY // 🌥️ Mostly Cloudy · High 69°, Low 52° · Mild and grey
MONDAY // 🌧️ Rain · High 61°, Low 42° · Heavy rain likely — 76% chance
TUESDAY // 🌤️ Partly Cloudy · High 59°, Low 42° · Rain clears, cooler air stays
WEDNESDAY // 🌥️ Mostly Cloudy · High 60°, Low 42° · Quiet end to the week
⚠️ Heads Up: Monday is the week's soggiest day — 76% rain chance. Keep outdoor plans flexible.
HAPPENINGS
🎷 Jazz Combos Concert & Jam Session // Thu, Apr 23 // 6:30PM–8:00PM // Annett Recital Hall, Lowe Center for the Arts // Event Link ➡️
Kick off ArtsFest with a dynamic Jazz Combos concert, then join the public jam session! Bring your instrument and celebrate music with us.
🍺 Founder's Beer Dinner // Thu, Apr 23 // 6:00PM–8:00PM // Milwaukee Burger Co - La Crosse // Event Link ➡️
Join Chef Tucker & Ian from Founders Brewing for a night of food and beer pairings! You'll receive five Chef-created offerings paired with five different beers. Try Canadian Breakfast Stout - the only barrel available in the La Crosse area! Tickets are pre-sale only and are limited to the first 30 guests.
💧 Happy Dancing Turtle Presents: The Water Cycle // Thu, Apr 23 // 4:00PM–5:00PM // La Crescent Community Building // Event Link ➡️
Join Nora and Delaney from Happy Dancing Turtle for an hour-long event exploring the wonders of water and how to keep it clean. Become a water droplet and take a journey through the water cycle!
🎨 ECFE at Minnesota Marine Art Museum // Thu, Apr 23 // 10:30AM–12:00PM // Minnesota Marine Art Museum // Event Link ➡️
Come explore, create, and learn together at our ECFE at the Minnesota Marine Art Museum event—featuring a fun Eric Carle-inspired theme your little ones will love!
🎤 Darren Saner: Piano and Vocals // Thu, Apr 23 // 5:30PM–8:30PM // Sweet Beats Jazz & Dessert Lounge // Event Link ➡️
Enjoy an evening of piano and vocals with Darren Saner, featuring songs from the Great American Songbook.
🎨 Spring 2026 Senior Art Exhibition: "Mixed Signals" // Fri, Apr 24 // 5:00PM–7:00PM // Center for the Arts, University of Wisconsin - La Crosse // Event Link ➡️
UWL Art presents its graduating senior art majors in a group exhibition titled "Mixed Signals." An opening reception kicks off this exhibition from 5-7 p.m. at the UWL Art Gallery on April 24, and the exhibition will run through May 17.
🍺 Beverages & Bites [TASTER'S EVE] at GPC - Ft. Dave Armstrong // Fri, Apr 24 // 4:00PM // Grounded Patio Cafe // Event Link ➡️
Enjoy delicious deals, happy hour with BOGO 1/2 off tap beer and wine, $2 off flatbread, and a $5 beer flight (21+). The event also includes a tasting with Titletown Brewing and a live performance by Dave Armstrong, featuring guest performers.
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LOCAL HISTORY
ℹ️ A motorized hose and equipment truck at the La Crosse Fire Department, 1925, La Crosse, WI. From left: Anton Obascher, Mayor Joseph J. Verchota, alderman Joseph Houska, alderman Charlie Weigel, Fire Chief Fred McGlachlin.
COULEE CALLS IT
Do you make your bed in the morning?
LIVE MUSIC
Friday, April 24
2:00 PM // Elmaro Vineyard // Sal & Dean // FREE
5:30 PM // Sweet Beats Jazz & Dessert Lounge // Antonio Lopes Trio // FREE
6:00 PM // Alley Pub // The Return of the King - Paulie // FREE
6:30 PM // LaCrosse Moose Lodge // Time Travelers // FREE
6:30 PM // Moose Club Music // Time Travelers at Moose Club // FREE
7:00 PM // Trempealeau Hotel, Restaurant and Saloon // Brothers Burn Mountain // $7
7:00 PM // Onalaska American Legion Post 336 // Pinski Brothers // FREE
7:00 PM // Adams St Pub // DIVE BAR KARAOKE! // FREE
7:00 PM // Whiskey River Bar and Grill // Andy Hughes Live // FREE
7:30 PM // Wisco 8 // Carlos Danger // FREE
8:00 PM // Robins Nest // Bear Creek Band w/Amy DuPont at Robin's Nest // FREE
8:00 PM // Blue Collar Bar & Grill // Banter // FREE
8:00 PM // Popcorn Tavern // People Brothers Band // $15
Saturday, April 25
2:00 PM // The Alley Pub // Craig Baumann and Friends in the Alley Pub for Jam for Jamaica // FREE
5:30 PM // Sweet Beats Jazz & Dessert Lounge // H3O Jazz Trio // FREE
6:00 PM // Annett Recital Hall, Lowe Center for the Arts // UWL Symphonic Band: "Into the Storm" // FREE
7:00 PM // Leo & Leona's Roadhouse and Tavern // RadioActive // $15
7:00 PM // Knotty Marie's // Bear Creek Band w/Amy DuPont at Knotty Marie's in Dorchester, IA // FREE
7:00 PM // Osteria Emilia Ballroom // LaCrosse Confluence & LaCrosse Sessions Band // $20
7:30 PM // Annett Recital Hall, Lowe Center for the Arts // UWL Wind Ensemble: American Dreams // FREE
7:30 PM // Marie W. Heider Center for the Arts // Sons of Serendip // $28
8:00 PM // HD Tavern // Dan Lepien @ HD Tavern // FREE
8:00 PM // Whiskey River Bar and Grill // Spare Parts Project // FREE
9:00 PM // Popcorn Tavern // Heatbox with Alex Steel & Maxaphone // $10
SONG OF THE DAY
Local Long Distance Relationship - Saint Motel
TODAY’S THOUGHT
“Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around.”
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