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

❤️ Do Good, Coulee—a weekly segment that reminds us all that it really is all about the little things.

🎆 Riverfest starts this week. Looking for an easy way to see what’s happening each day? We’ve got you covered. Here’s Day 1 »

🎉 Looking for a place for the kids to play today? Magical Monday promises sensory activities, arts & crafts, and big trucks to check out »

🎶 Dash Park in Onalaska is the place to be on Wednesday. This week, live music & the farmers market »

Alright, friends. Let’s get after it. 👇

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🌅 Sunrise: 5:25am · 🌇 Sunset: 8:51pm · 🌙 Full Moon (99.3%)

MONDAY // ⛅ Partly Cloudy
High 95°, Low 77° · Hot and windy — gusts could hit 40mph, so secure anything loose outside

TUESDAY // ⛅ Partly Cloudy
High 92°, Low 73° · Still scorching — another day to keep the water bottle close

WEDNESDAY // ⛈️ Scattered Thunderstorms
High 87°, Low 72° · Storm chances arrive midweek — a little relief from the heat on the way

THURSDAY // ⛈️ PM Thunderstorms
High 88°, Low 71° · Storms fire up in the afternoon — plan outdoor stuff for the morning

FRIDAY // ⛈️ Scattered Thunderstorms
High 88°, Low 70° · Active pattern continues — keep an eye on the radar heading into the weekend

SATURDAY // 🌧️ Thundershowers
High 86°, Low 68° · Fourth of July weekend starts unsettled — have a backup plan for outdoor celebrations

SUNDAY // ⛈️ Scattered Thunderstorms
High 85°, Low 65° · Storm chances linger to close out the holiday weekend

⚠️ Heads Up: Monday brings dangerous heat near 95° with wind gusts potentially exceeding 40mph — use caution outdoors. Storm chances then roll in Wednesday through Sunday, covering most of the Fourth of July weekend.

🎨 Crafty Creators | La Crosse Public Library Mon, Jun 29 · 3:30–4:30PM · It's Create Club time, where imagination takes the lead! Design, build, and explore as you dive into colorful art projects and hands-on STEM fun. Each session is packed with creativity, discovery, and a chance to make something amazing. Learn More →

🕹️ Summer Fun Mondays: Half-Priced Games! | Pizza Ranch Mon, Jun 29 · 12:00–9:00PM · Make the most of summer break at La Crosse Pizza Ranch with Half-Priced Games every Monday in the FunZone Arcade! Beat the heat, challenge your friends, collect tickets, and win prizes—all while spending less. Learn More →

🎨 Create & Paint w/Lori Ehlke | Holmen Area Community Center Mon, Jun 29 · 12:30–2:00PM · Unleash your inner artist and paint a vibrant Sunset Beach scene with Lori! All skill levels are welcome for this fun, step-by-step acrylic painting class. Learn More →

📅 Monday Moms Walk | Groovy Sips Mon, Jun 29 · 9:00AM–12:00PM · Moms, this is your sign to get out of the house, grab a drink, and enjoy some fresh air with other local moms. This is a self-paced, self-guided walk designed to be easygoing, welcoming, and fun for everyone. Stay afterward for coffee, refreshers, or a little mom catch-up time. Learn More →

✨ Magical Monday | Memorial Park Mon, Jun 29 · 9:30–11:30AM · Join us for a special morning of outdoor fun at Magical Monday in Sparta! We will have art activities, chalk, bubbles and sensory play, and a visit from some big trucks, such as a firetruck and an ambulance! Learn More →

📚 Littles at the Library with Ms. Karn | La Crescent Public Library Mon, Jun 29 · 10:00–11:00AM · Join Early Childhood Coordinator & Parent Educator Karn at the La Crescent Public Library on Monday mornings for Littles at the Library! Enjoy reading & playtime with your kiddos and meet other young families. Learn More →

🚒 Fire Station Storytime | Fire Station #4 Tue, Jun 30 · 11:00–11:30AM · Join La Crosse Public Library for a lively 30-minute storytime at Fire Station #4, featuring stories, songs, movement, and hands-on fun for all ages. Learn More →

🎸 Bus Boys at Great River Sound | Dash-Park Tue, Jun 30 · 6:30–8:30PM · The Bus Boys, an acoustic folk funk band from Winona, MN, will be performing at Dash-Park. Enjoy great music and support the Onalaska Hilltopper Rotary Club with a free-will offering. Learn More →

🦕 Prehistoric Pets at the Library! | Shirley M Wright Memorial Library Tue, Jun 30 · 2:00–3:00PM · Travel back in time with J&R Aquatic Animal Rescue for a prehistoric adventure and discover the living descendants of ancient creatures. Learn More →

🛍️ Great River Farmer's Market | Great River Landing Tue, Jun 30 · 3:30–7:00PM · The Great River Farmer's Market is part of the 2026 Outdoor Season and takes place every Tuesday from June to August. Learn More →

🛍️ La Crescent Farmers Market | La Crescent Area Event Center Parking Lot Tue, Jun 30 · 4:00–7:00PM · Join us Tuesdays from 4 to 7 for a great selection of goodies, produce, meats, bakery, plants, honey, syrup, mushrooms, cotton candy, popcorn, sourdough, crafts, photography, eggs, tacos, and more! Free money for kids under 12 to shop and learn about veggies! Now accepting EBT, Credit, and Debit Cards. Learn More →

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