Wednesday, July 1

Edition #395

GOOD MORNING, COULEE

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

🎆 Alright, I’ll let you in on a secret. The La Crosse Center has a free, public open house this Saturday—and it’s not a bad place to watch the fireworks from »

🐮 Have family visiting and looking for a place to go that is fun for all this weekend? Hidden Hills has you covered. Plus, they’re a sponsor of this newsletter—which I’m super grateful for. Here’s the info »

💼 Looking for work? We’ve got a jobs section. Check it out.

☀️ Moms—you looking for your people? You might find them at Saturday Moms Walk—hosted right here in La Crescent. Pro tip—get a scone »

TODAY: Galesville Farmers Market, Riverfest Day 1, Snuggle Session @ Wags & Whiskers, Holmen Farmers Market, & Coffee Shop storytime. It’s all right here »

Woah, that’s a lot of stuff. We’d better get started. C’mon, friend. 👇

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THOUGHT

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“The present moment is the only moment available to us, and it is the door to all moments. If you abandon the present moment, you cannot live the moments of your daily life deeply. If we are not fully ourselves, truly in the present moment, we miss everything.”

Thich Nhat Hanh

MUSIC

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(GOOD) NEWS

Longtime YMCA member celebrates 100th birthday // WXOW »
From pro wrestling and sing offs to the volunteers, Brad Pitel helps preview La Crosse’s Riverfest // WIZM »
The Toy Scout Road Show is buying vintage toys and collectibles in Onalaska // News 8 Now »
La Crosse nonprofit opens cooling center through Thursday as extreme heat moves in // News 8 Now »

WEATHER

🌅 Sunrise: 5:26am · 🌇 Sunset: 8:51pm · 🌙 Waning Gibbous (98.4%)

WEDNESDAY // ⛈️ AM Thunderstorms
High 88°, Low 72° · Storms likely in the morning with a severe threat tonight — stay weather aware all day

THURSDAY // ⛅ Partly Cloudy
High 84°, Low 70° · Much nicer break after the storms — enjoy it

FRIDAY // ⛈️ PM Thunderstorms
High 85°, Low 68° · Storms return in the afternoon — great morning, plan accordingly

SATURDAY // ⛈️ PM Thunderstorms
High 81°, Low 67° · Fourth of July comes with storm chances — fingers crossed they hold off for the fireworks

SUNDAY // ⛅ AM Clouds/PM Sun
High 86°, Low 66° · Clouds clear out and the sun returns — solid recovery day

MONDAY // ⛅ Partly Cloudy
High 88°, Low 68° · Warm and mostly pleasant to start the new week

TUESDAY // ⛅ Partly Cloudy
High 87°, Low 68° · More of the same — summer settling into a comfortable groove

⚠️ Heads Up: Severe thunderstorms are possible tonight — some storms could be strong. Friday and Saturday also carry storm chances, which could impact Fourth of July plans. Keep an eye on the radar this week.

HAPPENINGS

🐐 Featured Event

Hidden Hills Petting Farm — Open Day

📅 Saturday, July 4 | 🕐 10:00 AM–6:00 PM | 🎟️ $13 (2 & under FREE)

📍 Hidden Hills Petting Farm — S1441 Sobkowiak Ln, Stoddard, WI

Spend the 4th of July with farm animals, a barrel train ride, water wars, magnetic fishing, downhill trikes, and more. A perfect family day — bring the kids, bring Grandma and Grandpa! 🌻

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🧘 Featured Event

Beginner Yoga Workshop

📅 Friday, July 10 | 🕐 5:00–7:00 PM | 🎟️ $35

📍 Living Simply Well — 103 State St, Holmen

Never tried yoga? This is your starting point. Learn foundational poses, breathwork, and mindfulness — plus walk away with a 5-class pack, a Living Simply Well T-shirt, and a recorded class to practice at home.

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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 →

🛍️ Holmen Farmers Market | Holmen American Legion Wed, Jul 1 · 3:00–6:00PM · The Holmen Farmers Market will be held at the Holmen American Legion from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. 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 →

Parent and Kids Weekly Pottery | All Glazed Up Wed, Jul 1 · 4:00–5:30PM · A gentle introduction for children ages 7+ to on-the-wheel pottery — bring a parent and create together. 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 →

🛶 River Queens Guided Paddling Series | Prairie Island Campground Thu, Jul 2 · 6:00–8:00PM · Join the River Queens for a weekly guided paddling series on the Mississippi, focusing on community, confidence-building, and joy on the river. All experience levels are welcome to explore the backwaters and build skills. Learn More →

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JOBS

📋 Title: Costume and Wardrobe Manager

📍 Location: La Crosse, WI (La Crosse Dance Centre)

💰 Pay: $19 an hour

⏰ Type: Part-time, hybrid

📝 Summary: La Crosse Dance Centre is hiring a Costume and Wardrobe Manager to lead the costume department for its 37th Annual "Nutcracker Ballet." This organizational leadership role oversees fittings, labeling, tracking, and volunteer coordination from early fall through closing weekend — ideal for someone highly organized and steady under pressure.

🔗 Apply here

📋 Title: Service Manager

📍 Location: West Salem, WI (PleasureLand RV Center)

💰 Pay: $85,000 - $110,000 a year (Base + Commission)

⏰ Type: Full-time

📝 Summary: PleasureLand RV Center — the largest RV dealership in the Upper Midwest and family-owned since 1971 — is hiring a Service Manager to lead its service department with a focus on guest experience and operational excellence. The role coordinates workflow, supports advisors and technicians, and develops a high-performing team for an experienced, driven leader.

🔗 Apply here

📋 Title: Maintenance Worker

📍 Location: La Crosse, WI (AmericInn La Crosse)

💰 Pay: $20 - $25 an hour

⏰ Type: Part-time to Full-time; evenings, weekends, or on-call as needed

📝 Summary: AmericInn La Crosse, a 119-room hotel with an indoor pool, hot tub, and tiki bar, is seeking a reliable Maintenance Worker to handle routine repairs across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and pool systems. It's a great fit for a proactive, hands-on candidate with hospitality or commercial maintenance experience who enjoys a vibrant team environment.

🔗 Apply here