Wednesday, September 9

Edition #444

GOOD MORNING, COULEE

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

💼 We’ve got a few local jobs for you to check out—just in case you’re looking.

📚 Who says storytime is just for kids? Trempealeau Hotel is more than happy to welcome you for storytime (and more) »

🎶 Moon Tunes is over, but Maroon Tunes?that’s still going »

🤝 Own a business and want to be a part of, y’know, what we’re doing here? Well, I’d love to work with you. Here’s the info »

Alright, fam. Let’s get to the good part. 👇

FREE COLOR CONSULTATION

Looking to give your home a fresh new look, but don’t know where to start? La Crosse Painters is offering a FREE color consultation with a professional interior designer to help you decide on your home’s new look when you book your painting project.

THOUGHT

“The simple act of paying attention can take you a long way.”

Keanu Reeves

THE GOOD WORD

📖 Sanguine (adjective) — SANG-gwin
❤️ Cheerfully optimistic and confident about the future.
💡 Why it's good: Staying sanguine through a long winter is half the trick of living up here.

(GOOD) NEWS

  • Over 100 area veterans honored on special trip to Washington D.C. memorials // News 8 Now »

  • La Crosse Farmers Market moving indoors to Valley View Mall this November // WXOW »

  • One of bass fishing’s biggest tournaments returns to La Crosse in 2027 // WIZM »

WEATHER

🌅 Sunrise: 6:37am · 🌇 Sunset: 7:25pm · 🌙 Waning Crescent (3%)

👗 What to Wear: A light layer for the gray morning, then short sleeves once the sun breaks out after lunch — no umbrella needed.

WEDNESDAY // ⛅ Partly Cloudy
High 84°, Low 56° · Clouds burn off by early afternoon for a bright, breezy finish to the day.

THURSDAY // ☀️ Sunny — High 80°, Low 57°
FRIDAY // 🌤️ Mostly Sunny — High 83°, Low 66°
SATURDAY // 🌦️ AM Showers — High 76°, Low 53°
SUNDAY // 🌥️ Mostly Cloudy — High 72°, Low 59°
MONDAY // ⛈️ Thunderstorms — High 71°, Low 61°
TUESDAY // ⛅ Partly Cloudy — High 74°, Low 54°

HAPPENINGS

🎹 Dave Marck - Jazz Piano Solo | Sweet Beats Jazz & Dessert Lounge Wed, Sep 9 · 5:30–8:30PM · Enjoy a jazz piano solo performance by Dave Marck featuring a wide range of American composers and styles. 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 →

📚 Book Club: The Book of Alchemy | Living Simply Well (Virtual) Wed, Sep 9 · 7:15–8:15PM · Join the Living Simply Well book club for a multi-part exploration of Suleika Jaouad's 'The Book of Alchemy'. Discover themes, connect with fellow readers, and learn about the 100-Day Journaling Experience. Learn More →

🎤 Elvis Explosion — Day 1 | La Crosse Center Wed, Sep 9 · 6:00PM · Night one of La Crosse's 29th Annual Elvis Explosion at the La Crosse Center. 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 →

🛍️ Galesville Farmer Market | Galesville Square Wed, Sep 9 · 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 →

🌱 Plant Connect Party | The Mirage Wed, Sep 9 · 5:00–8:00PM · Join fellow plant lovers at the Plant Connect Party for an evening of learning, connecting, and winning plant-themed prizes. Test your plant knowledge, swap plants, and enjoy live music. Learn More →

🧘 Karma Yoga | Living Simply Well Wed, Sep 9 · 6:00–7:00PM · A gentle, heart-centered yoga class where 100% of the proceeds support The Hunger Task Force. The cost to attend is $18. Learn More →

JOBS

📋 Title: Bookseller

📍 Location: La Crosse, WI (Barnes & Noble, Inc.)

💰 Pay: Not listed

Type: Part-time; open availability including early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and most holidays

📝 Summary: Barnes & Noble is hiring a part-time Bookseller to welcome customers, connect readers with the right titles, and keep the store running smoothly through shelving, merchandising, and register work. It's a great fit for a cheerful, reliable team player who loves books and enjoys being part of a community gathering place.

📋 Title: Executive Chef

📍 Location: La Crosse, WI (Aramark)

💰 Pay: $65,000 - $75,000 a year

Type: Full-time

📝 Summary: Aramark is hiring an Executive Chef to oversee chef managers and hourly culinary staff, developing and executing culinary solutions that meet customer and client needs. This management role owns production, presentation, and service standards while training the team and driving food and labor targets — a strong fit for an experienced culinary leader focused on quality and margin.

📋 Title: Executive Director

📍 Location: Winona, MN (Advocacy Center of Winona)

💰 Pay: $60,000/year + DOE

Type: Full-time, exempt — Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with some evening events and occasional travel

📝 Summary: The Advocacy Center of Winona is looking for its next Executive Director to lead the nonprofit's strategy, finances, programs, staff, and fundraising while working closely with the Board of Directors. It's a chance to guide a mission-driven organization that supports survivors and builds community partnerships across the region. Candidates need a bachelor's degree in a related field and at least three years of progressive leadership experience.

COULEE CALLS IT

TRIVIA

🦋 A New Beginning

When a caterpillar becomes a butterfly, it forms a chrysalis. What is the scientific term for this amazing transformation?

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