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

🎨 Free fun for the family + see and support local art. That’s First Fridays »

🎶 Looking for live music? We’ve got the full schedule.

🌮 Guys, I went to Onalaska to finally try Betty’s Tacos this week. And, well, it changed my life. And that’s why they’re featured today for Looks Good.

🥕 Have you checked out this farmers market in Trempealeau yet? »

📆 Have you ever wondered how to get your events on our calendar? You can submit them, for free, here »

🌳 Nature Saturday at The Nature Place this Saturday »

Alright, people. Let’s get a move on. 👇

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📖 Chuffed (adjective) — CHUFT
❤️ Delighted and pleased as can be.
💡 Why it's good: You can't help but feel chuffed when a neighbor goes out of their way to say your garden's looking good.

🌅 Sunrise: 6:32am · 🌇 Sunset: 7:34pm · 🌙 Last Quarter (48%)

👗 What to Wear: Short sleeves and something breathable — storms clear right around sunrise, so you can leave the umbrella behind.

FRIDAY // 🌤️ AM Clouds / PM Sun
High 88°, Low 70° · Early storms give way to sunshine and a warm, humid finish to the week.

SATURDAY // ⛅ Partly Cloudy — High 86°, Low 68°
SUNDAY // ☁️ Cloudy — High 81°, Low 65°
MONDAY // ☁️ Cloudy — High 81°, Low 67°
TUESDAY // 🌦️ AM Showers — High 82°, Low 71°
WEDNESDAY // ⛅ Partly Cloudy — High 87°, Low 66°
THURSDAY // 🌥️ Mostly Cloudy — High 81°, Low 60°

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 →

🎸 Greg Gall and His Sisters From Another Mother | Elmaro Vineyard Fri, Sep 4 · 3:00–6:00PM · Join Greg Gall and His Sisters From Another Mother for an afternoon of acoustic folk/rock music from the seventies and beyond. Learn More →

🛍️ Village Gift & Home INSIDEWALK SALE GOING ON NOW! | Village Gift & Home Fri, Sep 4 · Discover 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 →

🥕 Farmers Market | River Cafe Fri, Sep 4 · 2:00–5:30PM · Explore the best of local farm-fresh produce and unique artisan creations at the Farmers Market, held every Friday from May to October. Learn More →

Saturday Evening Pottery | All Glazed Up Sat, Sep 5 · 4:00–6:00PM · A guided 2-hour class for on-the-wheel pottery — adults and teens only. Wind down your Saturday with clay. Learn More →

📅 La Crosse Pride in the Park | Riverside Park - Downtown La Crosse Sat, Sep 5 · 12:00–6:00PM · Join us for family-friendly entertainment, vendors, food, and programs to celebrate Pride in the Park, featuring a drag show finale, children's programming, and various activities. Learn More →

🌮 Betty's Tacos Food Truck | Elmaro Vineyard Sat, Sep 5 · 12:30–5:00PM · Enjoy delicious tacos from Betty's Tacos Food Truck at Elmaro Vineyard, paired with a glass of wine. Learn More →

📍 Quesadilla @ Betty’s Tacos

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 // Popcorn Tavern // Flibbertijibbet // $10

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

11:30 AM // French Island American Legion Post 417 // Rock The Vets // $25

1:00 PM // Trempealeau Hotel // Annie and the Oakies // $5

2:00 PM // River Rats Bar and Grill // Mike Macabe // FREE

2:00 PM // Vernon Vineyards // The Lovelys at Vernon Vineyards // FREE

4:00 PM // Adams St Pub // LIVE MUSIC! JOHN FUCHS // FREE

7:00 PM // Moxie's // Red Dirt Road // FREE

7:00 PM // Alpine Inn // TUGG's Labor Day Luau // $5

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