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

📸 A photo, submitted by a reader, that puts the beauty of our region on display.

🌿 The folks at Iowisota are at it again—this time they are hosting a Fall foraging Walk led by guest expert Bo Brown. Enjoy the wild of the Driftless Area, walk trails, and gather & prepare wild food. Here’s the sign up »

🐶 Good news. I saw a cute dog while writing this email. Don’t worry, I’ll show you.

📚 Always wanted to be a part of a book club? Now is your chance. The supportive community at Living Simply Well is holding virtual book club this Wednesday »

🛍 Farmers market tonight in La Crescent. They’ll be there from 4 to 7 »

Alright, people. Short week. We’ve got this. Let’s do it. 👇

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📖 Rapturous (adjective) — RAP-chur-us
❤️ Filled with overwhelming joy and delight.
💡 Why it's good: A rapturous ovation at the end of a local play tells the cast every rehearsal was worth it.

🌅 Sunrise: 6:36am · 🌇 Sunset: 7:27pm · 🌙 Waning Crescent (8%)

👗 What to Wear: Take the umbrella — rain moves in right at sunrise and hangs around through about 9am, then it's a cloudy, mild day.

TUESDAY // 🌦️ AM Showers
High 78°, Low 68° · A wet morning gives way to gray skies, with storms returning after dark.

WEDNESDAY // 🌤️ AM Clouds / PM Sun — High 82°, Low 55°
THURSDAY // ☀️ Sunny — High 80°, Low 58°
FRIDAY // ⛅ Partly Cloudy — High 83°, Low 64°
SATURDAY // 🌤️ Mostly Sunny — High 77°, Low 57°
SUNDAY // 🌧️ Showers — High 74°, Low 57°
MONDAY // ⛈️ Rain / Thunder — High 74°, Low 60°

☕ Coffee & Conversation | La Crescent Public Library Tue, Sep 8 · 8:00–9:30AM · Join Coffee & Conversation every Tuesday for senior citizens to meet for coffee, treats, and conversation in the library. Learn More →

🎰 Bingo | HD Tavern Tue, Sep 8 · 6:30–8:30PM · Join HD Tavern for a night of Bingo every Tuesday. A $20 package includes 1 card, 8 regular games, 1 Progressive Blackout game, and random Extra Fun prizes, with 100% payback. Learn More →

🎵 Mississippi Melodies | Black River Beach Neighborhood Center Tue, Sep 8 · 12:00–1:00PM · Enjoy weekly summertime concerts featuring local musicians at the Black River Beach Neighborhood Center. All ages are welcome to bring a lawn chair or blanket for a fun midday break. Learn More →

💐 Books and Bouquet Bar | Onalaska Library Tue, Sep 8 · 4:00–8:00PM · Drop in while supplies last to browse books and create a beautiful bouquet with fresh flowers from Fair Winds Farm. Learn More →

Parent and Kids Weekly Pottery | All Glazed Up Wed, Sep 9 · 4:00–5:30PM · A gentle introduction for children ages 7+ to on-the-wheel pottery — bring a parent and create together. Learn More →

☕ Coffee & Conversations – Sip, Share, Connect | JavaVino Wed, Sep 9 · 8:00–10:00AM · Join AARP for Coffee & Conversations, a free event offering complimentary coffee, baked goods, and company to connect, meet new friends, and pick up helpful resources. Learn More →

🧸 Family Storytime | Main Library Wed, Sep 9 · 10:30–11:00AM · Get ready for stories, songs, movement, and plenty of play in this fun-filled 30-minute storytime. Expect lots of laughter and energy. Learn More →

🎸 Nomalala | Grounded Patio Cafe Wed, Sep 9 · 5:00–8:00PM · Enjoy a free, all-ages live music performance by Nomalala, a local singer-songwriter acoustic duo known for their groovy, jazz-infused music inspired by nature, love, and life's mysteries. Learn More →

🎬 Indigenous Film Series - Naturally Native | Rivoli Theatre and Pizzeria Thu, Sep 10 · 5:00–7:00PM · Join us at the Rivoli on September 10th for a screening of the film Naturally Native (1998). This film explores the lives of three Native American sisters as they navigate business, family, and cultural identity. Learn More →

📸: Laura Eber

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