Monday, June 2

Edition #375

GOOD MORNING, COULEE

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

📸 A photo of the week submitted by one of our awesome readers

☕️ Missed Monday Moms walk? No worries. There’s always Wednesday Moms Walk at Groovy Grounds »

🐈‍⬛ One of your pets is the star of the show today

🛍️ The La Crescent Farmers Market is doing something cool. Their new Power of Produce Club gives kids under 12 some free money to practice shopping for and learning about local veggies! Come check it out tonight »

Alright, people. Let’s get to it. 👇

THOUGHT

“Speak only if it improves upon the silence.”

Mahatma Gandhi

SONG

Harsh Augmented Reality - Strawberry Mountain

(GOOD) NEWS

  • Onalaska celebrates expanded Dash Park with new splash pad // News 8 Now »

  • Free summer meals available for kids at multiple La Crosse locations // News 8 Now »

  • La Crosse public pools open for summer season on Monday // News 8 Now »

  • Onalaska titleholders prepare for Miss Wisconsin competition in June // News 8 Now »

  • Prepping for state track at UWL // WIZM »

  • Bantry Friendship group in La Crosse donates money to Alzheimer’s fund, for lifelike dog dolls // WIZM »

  • Great River Sound concerts start June 2 in Onalaska // WIZM »

  • Sunday Market debuts in Cameron Park // WIZM »

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WEATHER

🌅 Sunrise: 5:25am · 🌇 Sunset: 8:41pm · 🌙 Waning Gibbous (96.5%)

TUESDAY // 🌤️ Mostly Sunny · High 84°, Low 55° · Beautiful start to June

WEDNESDAY // 🌤️ Partly Cloudy · High 84°, Low 63° · Warm and pleasant

THURSDAY // 🌦️ PM Showers · High 81°, Low 65° · Fine morning, watch the afternoon

FRIDAY // ⛈️ Scattered Thunderstorms · High 80°, Low 64° · 60% storm chance — best to have a plan B

SATURDAY // ⛈️ Scattered Thunderstorms · High 84°, Low 65° · Storms possible again — stay weather-aware

SUNDAY // 🌤️ Partly Cloudy · High 87°, Low 67° · Clears out, hottest day of the stretch

MONDAY // 🌤️ Partly Cloudy · High 86°, Low 68° · Warm and comfortable to start the week

⚠️ Heads Up: Thursday through Saturday brings the week's unsettled stretch — PM showers Thursday, then scattered storms Friday and Saturday. Sunday clears out beautifully at 87°. Plan outdoor activities around those windows.

HAPPENINGS

🎶 Featured Event

Driftless Journeys — DUO Season Finale

📅 Thursday, June 11  |  🕐 7:00–8:15 PM  |  🎟️ FREE

📍 The Nature Place — 789 Myrick Park Drive, La Crosse

The Driftless Urban Orchestra's biggest concert yet — their largest ensemble ever takes you on a musical journey through American landscapes and seasons. Pay-what-you-can tickets; reserve your seat today.

View Event Details →

🛍️ Great River Farmers Market | Great River Landing Tue, Jun 2 · 3:30–7:00PM · Discover fresh produce and local crafts at the Great River Farmers Market. Enjoy a vibrant community gathering at Great River Landing. Learn More →

🎵 Great River Sound summer concert series | Dash-Park Tue, Jun 2 · 6:30–8:30PM · Kick off summer with Great River Sound featuring Crooked Willow! Enjoy live music in Dash-Park, hosted by Onalaska Hilltopper Rotary. Learn More →

🐐 GOAT YOGA | Rainbow Ridge Farms Tue, Jun 2 · 6:00–7:00PM · Stretch, smile, and snuggle adorable goats at Rainbow Ridge Farms! Experience a uniquely joyful yoga session perfect for all ages. Learn More →

🎵 Abbey Lane on the Patio! | Smokey's Bar and Grill Tue, Jun 2 · 5:00PM · Kick off your June with an evening of great music, cold drinks, and patio vibes at Smokey's! Learn More →

🦋 Butterflies Nature Storytime | Norskedalen Thrune Center-Skumsrud Heritage Farm Tue, Jun 2 · 9:45AM · Enjoy a nature storytime with books, songs, and movement about butterflies at Norskedalen Nature & Heritage Center. Afterward, spend the day exploring the beautiful space. Learn More →

🛍️ La Crescent Farmers Market | La Crescent Area Event Center Tue, Jun 2 · 4:00–7:00PM · Join us Tuesdays for a great selection of locally grown produce, meats, baked goods, and handmade crafts. Find everything from fresh vegetables to unique artisan products. Learn More →

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PHOTO

📸: Emma Burnett

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