Friday, May 8

Edition #358

GOOD MORNING, COULEE

Thanks for joining me this morning. In today’s newsletter…

🎉 The Farmers Market has found a new home. And guess what? They’re open today »

😋 We’ve got That Looks Good from a local restaurant that’ll have you ready to make dinner reservations

💐 Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms out there. And fellas, here’s an easy list of things to do this weekend » Don’t drop the ball. I made it easy for you!

🌷 I’ve never been to the Annual Tulip Festival in Caledonia at Heartland Blooms-n-Berry Farm, but I’m intrigued »

Friends? Check. Vibes? Check. Let’s go. 👇

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TODAY’S THOUGHT

“Rest is not idleness, and to lie sometimes on the grass under trees on a summer's day, listening to the murmur of the water, or watching the clouds float across the sky, is by no means a waste of time.”

John Lubbock

TODAY’S (GOOD) NEWS

  • La Crosse Farmers Market returns to weekly schedule at new location // News 8 Now »

  • Star Center’s Bri Holden on fight against Parkinson’s and Saturday’s 4th annual awareness walk // WIZM »

  • Mississippi River on Showcase as La Crosse Hosts Record-Breaking Bass Tournament // WIZM »

WEATHER REPORT

🌅 Sunrise: 5:47am · 🌇 Sunset: 8:16pm · 🌙 Waning Gibbous (63.8%)

FRIDAY // 🌤️ Partly Cloudy · High 72°, Low 49° · Sunshine and clouds — a great day

SATURDAY // 🌤️ Partly Cloudy · High 68°, Low 39° · Pleasant with a cool overnight

SUNDAY // 🌤️ Mostly Sunny · High 63°, Low 36° · Bright and crisp

MONDAY // 🌤️ Mostly Sunny · High 65°, Low 44° · Another beautiful one

TUESDAY // 🌧️ Rain · High 51°, Low 41° · Rainy and cool — 68% chance

WEDNESDAY // 🌤️ Partly Cloudy · High 66°, Low 46° · Clears out nicely

THURSDAY // 🌤️ Partly Cloudy · High 72°, Low 54° · Warm finish to the week

⚠️ Heads Up: Tuesday brings a significant rain day — 68% chance with temps dropping to 51°. Enjoy the gorgeous stretch through Monday first.

HAPPENINGS

🎨 Featured Event

Sip & Paint: Oval Cut Florals

Presented by All Glazed Up

📅 Saturday, May 9, 2026

📍 All Glazed Up — 313 Pearl St, La Crosse

🎟️ $30

A perfect Mother's Day gift idea — treat her to a night of painting and good vibes, or snag the finished piece for home decor. All skill levels welcome!

View Event Details →

🛍️ La Crosse Farmers Market at Hmoob Cultural Center // Fri, May 8 // 3:30PM–7:00PM // HCCC // Event Link ➡️

Discover fresh, local goodness at the La Crosse Farmers Market! Enjoy produce, baked goods, meats, and artisan crafts, plus delicious hot food.

❓ The Wired Rooster Trivia Night // Fri, May 8 // 6:00PM // The Wired Rooster // Event Link ➡️

Join The Wired Rooster for a night of trivia! Admission is free, form a team of up to 4 people.

🧁 Muffins with Mom // Fri, May 8 // 9:15AM // Wild Child Indoor Playground // Event Link ➡️

Come celebrate Mom's and Mother figures with us in a special event at Wild Child! Includes craft, snack, story time, fun and laughter.

🍺 May Brews & Tunes // Fri, May 8 // 5:00PM–8:00PM // City of Onalaska Omni Center // Event Link ➡️

Join this cozy community gathering at the Omni Center. Each month will showcase a local musician/band, a local winery and/or brewery and a food truck.

🛍️ Farmers Market | River Cafe, Trempealeau // Fri, May 8 // 2:00PM–5:30PM // River Cafe // Event Link ➡️

Explore the best of local! Our market features farm-fresh produce and unique artisan creations.

🦖 La Crosse Planetarium: Dinosaurs at Dusk // Fri, May 8 // 5:15PM–6:30PM // La Crosse Central High School // Event Link ➡️

Join the La Crosse Planetarium for "Dinosaurs at Dusk," an immersive full-dome experience exploring the age of dinosaurs. This kid-focused event includes a live look at the night sky and a guided tour of celestial objects.

THAT LOOKS GOOD

😋 Jamaican Jerk BBQ Ribs

📍 Pogreba Restaurant

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