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

☀️ Trempealeau Hotel has something for everyone this weekend—including Stories & Sunshine for the little ones and live music by Karyn Ann later on »

🕰️ We’ll reminisce together over some local La Crosse history

🎉 Schwertel Family Farms also has big plans, apparently. Trempealeau is hoppin’. Here’s their full weekend schedule »

📚 Book Bingo at the Brewery? I’ve got all you extroverted introverts covered. Happening at 608 Brewing tonight »

Okay, people. Let’s get going. 👇

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📖 Jovial (adjective) — JOH-vee-ul
❤️ Cheerful, good-humored, and friendly.
💡 Why it's good: A jovial host has a way of making every guest feel like the guest of honor.

🌅 Sunrise: 6:31am · 🌇 Sunset: 7:36pm · 🌙 Waning Gibbous (60%)

👗 What to Wear: Grab the umbrella — storms roll through right around 7am and linger into mid-morning, then it's warm and muggy the rest of the day.

THURSDAY // ⛈️ AM Thunderstorms
High 85°, Low 71° · A stormy start to the morning, then clouds slowly break for a sticky afternoon.

FRIDAY // ⛅ Partly Cloudy — High 88°, Low 70°
SATURDAY // ⛅ Partly Cloudy — High 85°, Low 67°
SUNDAY // ⛈️ Isolated Thunderstorms — High 82°, Low 66°
MONDAY // 🌦️ AM Showers — High 83°, Low 68°
TUESDAY // 🌦️ AM Showers — High 83°, Low 71°
WEDNESDAY // ⛅ Partly Cloudy — High 83°, Low 63°

🛍️ Market Day | Goodview Farmers Market Thu, Sep 3 · 3:00–6:00PM · A market day featuring a great selection of locally grown produce, honey, meats, baked goods, and artisan products. Learn More →

🛠️ Makerspace | La Crescent Public Library Thu, Sep 3 · 3:00–5:00PM · Come create, build, and explore at the library Makerspace! This event offers STEAM activities for all ages. Learn More →

Splatter Cave | All Glazed Up Fri, Sep 4 · 5:30–6:00PM · 🎵 Let's GLOW girls… 🎵 A 30-minute neon paint-splatter experience under blacklights. Learn More →

🛍️ Artspire Pop-Up Market | Pump House Regional Arts Center Fri, Sep 4 · 4:00–7:00PM · Discover incredible local art at the Artspire Pop-Up Market! Explore unique creations and support talented artists during this special First Friday event. Learn More →

⛸️ Adult Skate Night - First Friday of the Month | High Roller Skating Center of La Crosse Fri, Sep 4 · 8:30–10:30PM · Adults 18+ can enjoy a skate night on the first Friday of every month, with rentals included if needed. Learn More →

🎨 Downtown Art Walk – First Fridays | River City Gallery Fri, Sep 4 · 4:00–7:00PM · Experience the Downtown Art Walk held on the First Friday of each month from 4-7 pm, featuring local artists, exhibitions, music, demonstrations, refreshments, and dining opportunities. Learn More →

🎵 Music by Jeani and The Dreamers | Elmaro Vineyard Sat, Sep 5 · 1:00–4:00PM · Get ready to dance with Jeani & The Dreamers as they take the music stage by storm! Learn More →

ℹ️ A view of La Crosse State Teachers College Training School students dressed up for Halloween, in the 1950s.

🔗 Murphy Digital Collection »

5:30 PM // Sweet Beats Jazz & Dessert Lounge // Eddie Kim - Piano & Vocals // FREE

3:00 PM // Elmaro Vineyard // Greg Gall and His Sisters From Another Mother // FREE

5:30 PM // Sweet Beats Jazz & Dessert Lounge // D'Sievers Trio - Instrumental // FREE

6:30 PM // Onalaska Omni Center // SLiD with Sewage of Youth and Pith // $15

7:00 PM // Onalaska American Legion Post 336 // High Voltage Night with LB & The Hi Volts // FREE

7:00 PM // Hilltop Bar & Grill // Bear Creek Band – Live Music at Hilltop // FREE

8:00 PM // Alpine Inn // 6th Avenue Band // FREE

9:00 PM // Popcorn Tavern // Midwest Voltage, Spoiler Alert, & Carlby // $10

1:00 PM // Elmaro Vineyard // Music by Jeani and The Dreamers // FREE

2:00 PM // Trempealeau Hotel, Restaurant and Saloon // Karyn Ann // $5

4:00 PM // Legion Ball Field // Hokah Jam 3 // FREE

4:15 PM // American Legion Post 417 // Mr. Blink and the Killa What Horns // FREE

6:00 PM // River Rats Bar and Grill // Jack Norton // FREE

9:00 PM // Hilltop Bar and Grill // Spare Parts Project- Live Music at Hilltop // FREE

9:00 PM // Popcorn Tavern // Flibbertijibbet // $10

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