Wednesday, July 8
Edition #399
GOOD MORNING, COULEE
Thanks for joining me this morning. In today’s newsletter…
🐶 Our adoptable pet of the week is a dog with a human name. I love when that happens.
🛶 A nature journey where you’ll learn about native plants and ecosystems from an expert. Sound like your kind of thing? »
😂 There’s a free, family-friendly comedy show happening in La Crescent this afternoon. Here’s what you need to know »
📚 Free concert band performance in Riverside Park tonight—and afterward, each kid gets a free book »
🎶 Speaking of Riverside, here’s who is playing for Moon Tunes tomorrow »
Vibes, baby. Vibes. Let’s go. 👇
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THOUGHT
“I long to accomplish a great and noble task, but it is my chief duty to accomplish small tasks as if they were great and noble. The world is moved along, not only by the mighty shoves of its heroes, but also by the aggregate of the tiny pushes of each honest worker.”
THE GOOD WORD
📖 Redamancy (noun) — REH-duh-man-see
❤️ The act of loving someone back, fully and in equal measure.
💡 Why it's good: A reminder that the best kind of love is the kind that returns what it's given.
(GOOD) NEWS
Tomah Health Community Foundation donates to local food pantry // News 8 Now »
WEATHER
🌅 Sunrise: 5:31am · 🌇 Sunset: 8:48pm · 🌙 Waning Crescent (42.3%)
WEDNESDAY // ⛈️ PM Thunderstorms
High 86°, Low 68° · Storms likely this afternoon and evening with a few possibly severe — morning is your window
THURSDAY // 🌦️ AM Showers
High 83°, Low 66° · Leftover showers early, then it clears — patience pays off today
FRIDAY // ⛅ Partly Cloudy
High 84°, Low 65° · Storm-free and comfortable — a breath of fresh air heading into the weekend
SATURDAY // 🌤️ Mostly Sunny
High 88°, Low 67° · Warm and sunny — a great day to be outside in the Coulee Region
SUNDAY // ☀️ Sunny
High 89°, Low 68° · About as good as it gets — soak it up
MONDAY // ☀️ Sunny
High 90°, Low 69° · Sunshine rolls on — beautiful start to the week
TUESDAY // 🌤️ Mostly Sunny
High 90°, Low 70° · Warm stretch continues — summer is delivering
⚠️ Heads Up: Severe storms are possible this afternoon and tonight — a few storms could be strong. Once that clears, Friday through Tuesday shapes up to be one of the nicest stretches of the summer so far.
HAPPENINGS
🐾 Socialize, snuggle and play with Cheeto, Mary Jane, and Aunt May | Wags & Whiskers Wed, Jul 8 · 10:00AM–4:00PM · Join Wags & Whiskers for a social event where you can interact with Cheeto, Mary Jane, and Aunt May. Cheeto is a 2-year-old neutered male with UTD vaccines, and Mary Jane and Aunt May are 5-month-old spayed female kittens with UTD vaccines. Learn More →
🤝 Older Adult Advisory Council | La Crosse Public Library Wed, Jul 8 · 2:00–3:00PM · Discover a range of library programs designed with older adults in mind and help shape new opportunities that enrich lifelong learning, wellness, and community connections. Learn More →
🛍️ Galesville Farmer Market | Galesville Square Wed, Jul 8 · 4:00–7:00PM · Shop farm-fresh produce, homemade baked goods, handcrafted soaps and body care products, local maple syrup, and much more at the Galesville Farmer Market. Learn More →
🎸 La Crescent LIVE Concert - Ryan Howe! | La Crescent LIVE Park Wed, Jul 8 · 5:30–7:30PM · Enjoy a free, family-friendly outdoor concert with Ryan Howe at La Crescent LIVE Park. Live music, food, and games make for a perfect summer evening! Learn More →
📚 Storytime at Groovy Grounds | Groovy Grounds Bistro + Coffee Wed, Jul 8 · 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 8 · 3:00–6:00PM · Visit the Holmen Farmers Market at the American Legion. The market runs every Wednesday from 3 PM to 6 PM, offering fresh produce and local goods. Learn More →
🎩 Jim Jayes' Magic Capades! | Houston City Park Wed, Jul 8 · 10:00AM · Join Jim Jayes for a program of classic magic tricks, introducing the audience to history's greatest magicians and their famous effects. Stick around for crafts and lunch after the program! Learn More →
🧘 Yoga in the Garden | Nature Place La Crosse Wed, Jul 8 · 5:30–6:15PM · Join us for outdoor yoga in the grass outside the gardens behind Nature Place La Crosse. Beginner friendly; all levels practice to unwind mid week. Learn More →
📚 Book Giveaway | Riverside Park Wed, Jul 8 · 8:00PM · Join us for our annual book giveaway at Riverside Park! Every child in attendance for the Concert Band performance on July 8th will receive a free book courtesy of the La Crosse Lions Charities after the concert concludes. Learn More →
🎸 Sparta Concerts in the Park ~ Dirt River | Evans Bosshard Park Wed, Jul 8 · 6:30PM · Summer is here, grab your lawn chairs and blankets, and come on out to Evan's Bosshard Park for a fantastic night of Classic Rock featuring Dirt River! Learn More →
💰 $4,000 Prog. Jackpot & Summertime Prizes | City of Onalaska Omni Center Wed, Jul 8 · 6:00–8:15PM · Join the City of Onalaska Omni Center for a night of progressive jackpot bingo and the chance to win various summertime prizes. Learn More →
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ADOPTABLE PET
ℹ️ Bob, 3-8 year old male Basset Hound
❤️ Good with kids, cats, and other dogs
👀 Floppy ears (Cute)
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