Tuesday, June 30
Edition #394
GOOD MORNING, COULEE
Thanks for joining me this morning. In today’s newsletter…
☔️ It be rainin’. Our featured photo of the week knows that. Want your photo featured? Submit it here »
🪄 Looking for some free family fun this week? Head down to Riverside Park for Magic of Isaiah and Kenny Ahern Family Comedy at the Children’s Stage
🌊 Did you know that there’s a free water ski show at Airport Beach? Bring a blanket or a chair and enjoy (if it doesn’t rain) »
🎨 And heck, if it does rain—just head on down to All Glazed Up. On Wednesday, there’s Parent & Kids Weekly Pottery. That sounds like vibes »
❤️🩹 Had a rough go of it lately? Our thought of the day reminds us that you’re exactly what this world needs.
Okie dokie. Let’s roll.
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THOUGHT
“The most beautiful people we have known are those who have known defeat, known suffering, known struggle, known loss, and have found their way out of the depths. These persons have an appreciation, a sensitivity, and an understanding of life that fills them with compassion, gentleness, and a deep loving concern.”
(GOOD) NEWS
Cyclists take storytelling bike ride through La Crosse neighborhoods // News 8 Now »
WINN to open cooling center Monday and Tuesday // WXOW »
Volunteers prepping Riverside Park for Riverfest // WIZM »
Youth can now explore careers at Boys and Girls Club of Greater La Crosse // WIZM »
WEATHER
🌅 Sunrise: 5:25am · 🌇 Sunset: 8:51pm · 🌙 Full Moon (99.8%)
TUESDAY // ⛅ Partly Cloudy
High 92°, Low 74° · Hot and humid to start the week — stay cool out there
WEDNESDAY // ⛅ AM Clouds/PM Sun
High 88°, Low 70° · Clouds give way to sunshine — slight break from the worst of the heat
THURSDAY // ⛈️ PM Thunderstorms
High 86°, Low 71° · Storms roll in by afternoon — wrap up outdoor plans before then
FRIDAY // ⛈️ Thunderstorms
High 84°, Low 68° · Best chance of storms all week — a good day to stay flexible
SATURDAY // ⛈️ Scattered Thunderstorms
High 84°, Low 68° · Fourth of July weekend with storm chances — have an indoor backup ready
SUNDAY // ⛈️ Scattered Thunderstorms
High 80°, Low 65° · Unsettled Sunday, but temps start to ease a bit
MONDAY // ⛅ Partly Cloudy
High 83°, Low 64° · Nicest day of the stretch — a refreshing start to the new week
⚠️ Heads Up: Storms are likely Thursday through Sunday, covering most of the Fourth of July weekend — keep an eye on the radar if you have outdoor celebrations planned. Monday looks like the payoff with comfortable temps and sunshine.
HAPPENINGS
☕ Coffee & Conversation | La Crescent Public Library Tue, Jun 30 · 8:00–9:30AM · Join Coffee & Conversation at La Crescent Public Library. Every Tuesday morning, the library opens especially for senior citizens to meet for coffee, treats, and conversation. Learn More →
📚 Incorporating Native Plants Into Home Gardens | Winona County Historical Society Tue, Jun 30 · 1:30–3:00PM · Join Cavan Mittage-McNaught from Prairie Moon Nursery to learn about incorporating native plants into home gardens and seed starting. There will also be a free giveaway during the program! 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 →
🛍️ 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 →
🎨 Heart of Art Fundraiser | The Nature Place Tue, Jun 30 · 5:00–7:00PM · Heart of Art is a fundraising event for environmental education programming featuring a pop-up gallery, plein air painters, and installations. Learn More →
🎵 Mississippi Melodies | Black River Beach Neighborhood Center Tue, Jun 30 · 12:00–1:00PM · Join us this summer for Mississippi Melodies! This is a weekly summertime concert program held every Tuesday featuring a new local musician or band. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy a fun midday break with friends, family, and neighbors. Learn More →
Riverfest La Crosse — Day 1 (Wednesday) | Riverside Park Wed, Jul 1 · 4:30–11:15PM · Riverfest kicks off with Opening Ceremonies, hypnotist Danzig, and a headlining concert from Mitchell Tenpenny. Learn More →
📚 Storytime at Groovy Grounds | Groovy Grounds Bistro + Coffee Wed, Jul 1 · 10:00–10:45AM · Bring the kiddos to Groovy Grounds Bistro for a weekly storytime right after the Moms Walk. Enjoy stories, songs, and a fun morning together with coffee and treats nearby. Learn More →
⛷️ Free Water Ski Show! | Airport Beach Wed, Jul 1 · 7:00–8:00PM · Join the River City Water Ski Team at Airport Beach for a free water ski show featuring a "TOP GUN" theme! Learn More →
🏖️ Bingo at the Beach | Black River Beach Thu, Jul 2 · 5:30–6:30PM · Sun, sand, and bingo! Bring the whole family to Black River Beach for a relaxed evening of fun, laughter, and exciting prizes. Learn More →
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📸: Don Stapleton
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