Join our Mending Circle and discover the art of clothing repair! Whether you have a favorite shirt that needs a patch or simply want to learn how to extend the life of your clothes, this is the perfect opportunity. Kae, our guide, will walk you through useful tips and techniques...
Back by popular demand - Barrett Klein, local entomologist, artist, and author of Insect Epiphany, will be joining us for a lively talk “all about insects”. From fascinating insect tales to wearable bug art, Barrett will bring creepy-crawly creatures to life through stories, specimens, and surprises. Come curious — questions...
PEARL STREET JAMS Live at Pearl Street Gallery September 13th, 7pm-12am A first of its kind— Pearl Street Jams is a collective event bringing artists alike together through music & connection. Hosted at Pearl Street Gallery, bringing a live music touch to Pearl Street, the heart of La Crosse. This...
Discover farm-fresh delights at Onalaska's farmers markets! Connect with local farmers and makers to enjoy the region's fantastic produce, including fruits, vegetables, artisanal cheeses, honey, herbs, flowers, and a rotating selection of other seasonal treasures.
Please join us as we come together for this trifecta of well being for the mind, body and spirit. The Root Down Yoga Mindful Triathlon is a family friendly event focused on wellness, community and our beautiful natural environment. This event is not timed or scored and designed to move...
Join us for delicious Festival Foods Oktoberfest bratwursts and support a good cause. Hugs From Hunter Foundation is a 501(c)3 charitable organization with a mission to comfort kids in crisis. We support pediatric patients at Children's Miracle Network Hospital at Gundersen Health System/Emplify Health by providing teddy bears and security...
In this inaugural first year we invite you to enjoy our talented local artists in the Greater La Crosse area. The Mighty River Art Studio Art Tour is a FREE self -guided art studio tour taking place in the Greater La Crosse Area along the Mighty Mississippi River. Art studios...
Y Family Members, join our Preschool Swim Club! It's the perfect opportunity for children ages 0-6 to jump in the pool, splash around with toys, and enjoy the slide. Best of all, it's absolutely FREE (Y Family Memberships only)! Join us for some quality family water fun. Life jackets are...
Join us for story times full of books, movement, songs, and fun. Tales for Twos story times are designed for our friends who are age two with lots of caregiver participation. Tales for Twos Story Times last approximately 20 minutes.
Join us for story times full of books, movement, songs, and fun. Story Times last approximately 25 minutes and are geared toward youth ages 3 - entering first grade, but all ages are welcome. Registration recommended.
Explore the world of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) with interactive activities and thrilling challenges! Second Monday of the month: September 15, October 13, November 10, December 8, 2025. Best for ages 6-11.
Join us for story time and an activity that is sure to engage little minds! This is a FREE addition to your paid admission to Wild Child and we'd love for you to join! Every Tuesday.
The Cancer Center Support Group gives adult cancer patients and their caregivers a safe, confidential place to share feelings and experiences with others whose lives are affected by cancer. Mark your calendar: 5-6:30 pm on the third Tuesday of the month, February - December
Have you struggled to dedicate time for creative expression? Ready to break open your new art or crafting supplies, or finally finish that project you started a while ago? We invite you to work on your art in a community setting. Be connected and inspired by the support of others,...
We have 52 reasons for you to put Wisco Johnny's on your list for Tuesday Nights! At 6pm we draw a card from golden barrel and match that card to a name on the board to find our winner! Right after that we play our Card Game: In-Between! Lots of...
Join us for Family Open Gym at the Houser Gymnastics Center! The cost is $10/family for members and $15/family for non-members. Pre-registration is recommended as spots are limited. Parents must be present and actively engaged with their kiddos! Register online here: https://my.laxymca.org/s/registration...
Join us for story times full of books, movement, songs, and fun. Story Times last approximately 25 minutes and are geared toward youth ages 3 - entering first grade, but all ages are welcome. Registration recommended.
Join us for story times full of books, movement, songs, and fun. Story Times last approximately 25 minutes and are geared toward youth ages 3 - entering first grade, but all ages are welcome. Registration recommended.
8th Annual Coulee Career Fest 2025: Connecting Job Seekers, Business Owners, and Community Partners Presented by the Western WI Workforce Development Board Western Wisconsin’s largest regional job fair returns this fall, bringing together dozens of leading employers, business owners, and community organizations for a day of hiring, and direct job...
La Crescent's version of a torchlight parade! Light Up La Crescent Parade (Sponsored by Hilltopper Refuse). Lineup (in order of arrival) starts at 6:30pm in the Crucifixion parking lot. No registration required. Route: Crucifixion parking lot, left on S. 2nd St., left on S. Walnut St., right on N. 4th...
Servant leadership is a philosophy and set of practices that enriches the lives of individuals, builds better organizations and ultimately creates a more just community and a caring world. We’re proud to partner with Viterbo University to offer you the servant leadership program in a 6-week course. Take advantage of...
Please join us Thursday mornings from 9:00am to 11:00am for our Senior Social. This is a FREE weekly gathering!! You sip your drink coffee, eat some delicious cactus bread and have some great conversations with new people.
Join us for story times full of books, movement, songs, and fun. Story Times last approximately 25 minutes and are geared toward youth ages 3 - entering first grade, but all ages are welcome. Registration recommended.
Y Family Members, join our Preschool Open Gym! It's the perfect opportunity for children ages 0-6 to walk and balance on the beam, explore crawling tunnels, play with sports equipment, zoom around on scooters, enjoy creative play zones, and have some fun! Best of all, it's absolutely FREE (Y Family...
Join us for story times full of books, movement, songs, and fun. Story Times last approximately 25 minutes and are geared toward youth ages 3 - entering first grade, but all ages are welcome. Registration recommended.
Pack a Picnic & Hike: Chad Erickson Park Shelter. Pack your own picnic and enjoy the paved trail in the beautiful Chad Erickson Park with the library. We will meet at the shelter for a 30-minute peaceful walk and finish with a 30-minute picnic social. All ages are invited to...
Join us in La Crescent, Minnesota for the 2025 USA Cycling Gravel National Championships on September 20, 2025. Learn more: https://gravelnats.usacycling.org/
Celebrate the 77th annual La Crescent Apple Festival, September 19-21, 2025! See the full weekend schedule here: https://applefestusa.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025-Applefest-Brochure.pdf
More than just a place to shop, the Viroqua Farmers Market is a community gathering that fosters a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. It’s an opportunity for residents and visitors to connect with local farmers, the Amish community artisans, and fellow community members. Many vendors are happy to share their knowledge,...
Fresh produce | Local Goods | Homemade Treats Jackson Plaza is excited to host a summer farmers market! Every Saturday - walk, bike, or drive on over to enjoy a vibrant community atmosphere while supporting local farmers, artisans, and local small businesses! When: Saturdays starting May 31st thru October 8...
Discover farm-fresh delights at Onalaska's farmers markets! Connect with local farmers and makers to enjoy the region's fantastic produce, including fruits, vegetables, artisanal cheeses, honey, herbs, flowers, and a rotating selection of other seasonal treasures.
Come shop original works, handmade goods, and creative treasures while supporting local artists at Art House Market! Current Vendor Line-up 1. Rad Dog Art: Pottery + Prints 2. rootedburrow: Fabric, fibers + jewelry 3. Driftless Hand Crafts: Prints 4. Macrame Mama: Macrame 5. Eli Picha: Pottery It is a cozy,...
Celebrate the 77th annual La Crescent Apple Festival, September 19-21, 2025! See the full weekend schedule here: https://applefestusa.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025-Applefest-Brochure.pdf
From one of the greatest writers of all time comes the ultimate family drama. As age overtakes Lear, he divides his kingdom amongst his daughters. Misjudging their loyalty, he finds himself stripped of all that defined him. Now this once-revered king is trapped in an emotional hurricane ravaging his head,...
Y Family Members, join our Preschool Swim Club! It's the perfect opportunity for children ages 0-6 to jump in the pool, splash around with toys, and enjoy the slide. Best of all, it's absolutely FREE (Y Family Memberships only)! Join us for some quality family water fun. Life jackets are...
Join us for story times full of books, movement, songs, and fun. Tales for Twos story times are designed for our friends who are age two with lots of caregiver participation. Tales for Twos Story Times last approximately 20 minutes.
Join us for story times full of books, movement, songs, and fun. Story Times last approximately 25 minutes and are geared toward youth ages 3 - entering first grade, but all ages are welcome. Registration recommended.
Life is full of challenging situations that can leave us feeling overwhelmed and out of control. In this workshop you will learn mindfulness strategies you can use in the moment when you have these feelings. You will learn to use your thoughts and your breath to help you remain calm...
Join us for story time and an activity that is sure to engage little minds! This is a FREE addition to your paid admission to Wild Child and we'd love for you to join! Every Tuesday.
Join local birder, Michael Huffman, at the West Salem library for an opportunity to learn more about the birds in our area. We will discuss what birds you can see locally in the autumn and the best places to see migratory waterfowl. Then join us the following week at Goose...
Have you struggled to dedicate time for creative expression? Ready to break open your new art or crafting supplies, or finally finish that project you started a while ago? We invite you to work on your art in a community setting. Be connected and inspired by the support of others,...
This LGBTQ+ book club will discuss books, short stories, films, graphic novels, and more that feature a diverse array of LGBTQ+ narratives. Everyone in the greater La Crosse community is welcomed to participate in our monthly discussions. Books can be checked out at the La Crosse Public Library, purchased at...
Join us for Family Open Gym at the Houser Gymnastics Center! The cost is $10/family for members and $15/family for non-members. Pre-registration is recommended as spots are limited. Parents must be present and actively engaged with their kiddos! Register online here: https://my.laxymca.org/s/registration...
Join us for story times full of books, movement, songs, and fun. Story Times last approximately 25 minutes and are geared toward youth ages 3 - entering first grade, but all ages are welcome. Registration recommended.
Join us for story times full of books, movement, songs, and fun. Story Times last approximately 25 minutes and are geared toward youth ages 3 - entering first grade, but all ages are welcome. Registration recommended.
The Holmen Farmers Market at the Holmen American Legion is a community favorite, offering a delightful mix of fresh produce, vibrant flowers, sourdough, local honey, farm-fresh eggs, homemade jams, and more.
Oktoberfest USA welcomes tens of thousands of people—loyal, returning fans and new festers alike—annually to beautiful La Crosse, Wisconsin to celebrate German culture and the centuries-old Oktoberfest tradition. The longest-running community Oktoberfest celebration in the Midwest, Oktoberfest USA began in 1961. This inclusive celebration fosters a spirit of Gemütlichkeit (friendliness)...
Servant leadership is a philosophy and set of practices that enriches the lives of individuals, builds better organizations and ultimately creates a more just community and a caring world. We’re proud to partner with Viterbo University to offer you the servant leadership program in a 6-week course. Take advantage of...
Please join us Thursday mornings from 9:00am to 11:00am for our Senior Social. This is a FREE weekly gathering!! You sip your drink coffee, eat some delicious cactus bread and have some great conversations with new people.
Join us for story times full of books, movement, songs, and fun. Story Times last approximately 25 minutes and are geared toward youth ages 3 - entering first grade, but all ages are welcome. Registration recommended.
Join us for story times full of books, movement, songs, and fun. Tales for Twos story times are designed for our friends who are age two with lots of caregiver participation. Tales for Twos Story Times last approximately 20 minutes.
Y Family Members, join our Preschool Open Gym! It's the perfect opportunity for children ages 0-6 to walk and balance on the beam, explore crawling tunnels, play with sports equipment, zoom around on scooters, enjoy creative play zones, and have some fun! Best of all, it's absolutely FREE (Y Family...
Join us for story times full of books, movement, songs, and fun. Story Times last approximately 25 minutes and are geared toward youth ages 3 - entering first grade, but all ages are welcome. Registration recommended.
Come explore the forest on an easy-to-intermediate trail where we'll slow down and really listen—to the rustling leaves, birdsong, and the scurry of squirrels. This walk is all about noticing what’s around us and reconnecting with the natural world. If the leaves have started to turn, you'll also get to...
TAPPING OF THE GOLDEN KEG - OPENING CEREMONY | The Remainders Garden Stage Oktoberfest admission wristband required to enter Fest Grounds Join us for the much-anticipated tapping of the Samuel Adams Golden Keg! Sponsor of the official Oktoberfest Golden Keg: Samuel Adams
The Maple Leaf Parade, presented by Morrie's Auto Group, is a Coulee Region tradition, heralding in the crisp, fall air and the turning of leaves of the Coulee Region. For over 60 years, thousands of families and friends get together, lining the 2.2-mile route in La Crosse with their lawn...
YMCA MAPLE LEAF WALK RUN | Riverside Park Pre-registration required. Half marathon, 5-mile run, 5k walk and Kid’s Maple Mile. FREE Oktoberfest Thursday Only wristband included with registration. Find more information here! Hosted by La Crosse Area Family YMCA.
More than just a place to shop, the Viroqua Farmers Market is a community gathering that fosters a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. It’s an opportunity for residents and visitors to connect with local farmers, the Amish community artisans, and fellow community members. Many vendors are happy to share their knowledge,...
Fresh produce | Local Goods | Homemade Treats Jackson Plaza is excited to host a summer farmers market! Every Saturday - walk, bike, or drive on over to enjoy a vibrant community atmosphere while supporting local farmers, artisans, and local small businesses! When: Saturdays starting May 31st thru October 8...
PANCAKE BREAKFAST | Terry Erickson Boys & Girls Club of La Crosse, 1331 Clinton St. Hosted by the Oktoberfest Parade Marshals | Pancakes, sausages, juice, milk and coffee Cost: $7 per person (Children 6 and under free) Tickets available in advance from former parade marshals or at the door. Sponsored...
Discover farm-fresh delights at Onalaska's farmers markets! Connect with local farmers and makers to enjoy the region's fantastic produce, including fruits, vegetables, artisanal cheeses, honey, herbs, flowers, and a rotating selection of other seasonal treasures.
Festing fun for the whole family with FREE ADMISSION! Starting with an opening ceremony with root beer provided by Rudy’s at 11:20, face painting, a chalk contest, vendors, music, and more!
Celebrate 64 years of Oktoberfest in La Crosse! The Executives on The Remainders Garden Stage. An admission wristband is required to access the Oktoberfest Grounds 9/25-9/27. Visit oktoberfestusa.com/tickets for more information.
Y Family Members, join our Preschool Swim Club! It's the perfect opportunity for children ages 0-6 to jump in the pool, splash around with toys, and enjoy the slide. Best of all, it's absolutely FREE (Y Family Memberships only)! Join us for some quality family water fun. Life jackets are...
Join us for story times full of books, movement, songs, and fun. Tales for Twos story times are designed for our friends who are age two with lots of caregiver participation. Tales for Twos Story Times last approximately 20 minutes.
Join us for story times full of books, movement, songs, and fun. Story Times last approximately 25 minutes and are geared toward youth ages 3 - entering first grade, but all ages are welcome. Registration recommended.
Join us for music and motion on Monday afternoons starting at 4:00 pm. We do this every Monday and it's a FREE inclusion to your paid admission to play. Join us and have your littles explore different instruments and all the different sounds they can create!
Join us for story time and an activity that is sure to engage little minds! This is a FREE addition to your paid admission to Wild Child and we'd love for you to join! Every Tuesday.
Have you struggled to dedicate time for creative expression? Ready to break open your new art or crafting supplies, or finally finish that project you started a while ago? We invite you to work on your art in a community setting. Be connected and inspired by the support of others,...
In this five-week course, Led by Shoua Yang, a local professional printmaker, students will learn to carve from a linoleum board producing their very own linocuts and having the opportunity to print the old fashion way with a tortilla press. Students will come up with their own design, learn to...
We have 52 reasons for you to put Wisco Johnny's on your list for Tuesday Nights! At 6pm we draw a card from golden barrel and match that card to a name on the board to find our winner! Right after that we play our Card Game: In-Between! Lots of...
Carry the Torch. Ignite the Mission. Join the TriUnity Foundation Virtual 5K—where every mile helps relieve the financial strain of a terminal illness. Walk, run, roll, or cheer from anywhere. Form a team with your organization, gather friends, or participate solo. Your registration and donations fund direct grants to individuals...
Sip, savor, and celebrate downtown La Crosse this October! Pick up your punch card and visit 7 participating stops to enjoy unique takes on the classic Old Fashioned cocktail. Once your card is filled, drop it in the Batavian Building lobby drop box (7 AM–5 PM, Monday–Friday) for your chance...
Join us for Family Open Gym at the Houser Gymnastics Center! The cost is $10/family for members and $15/family for non-members. Pre-registration is recommended as spots are limited. Parents must be present and actively engaged with their kiddos! Register online here: https://my.laxymca.org/s/registration...
Join us for story times full of books, movement, songs, and fun. Story Times last approximately 25 minutes and are geared toward youth ages 3 - entering first grade, but all ages are welcome. Registration recommended.
Servant leadership is a philosophy and set of practices that enriches the lives of individuals, builds better organizations and ultimately creates a more just community and a caring world. We’re proud to partner with Viterbo University to offer you the servant leadership program in a 6-week course. Take advantage of...
Please join us Thursday mornings from 9:00am to 11:00am for our Senior Social. This is a FREE weekly gathering!! You sip your drink coffee, eat some delicious cactus bread and have some great conversations with new people.
Join us for story times full of books, movement, songs, and fun. Story Times last approximately 25 minutes and are geared toward youth ages 3 - entering first grade, but all ages are welcome. Registration recommended.
Join us for story times full of books, movement, songs, and fun. Tales for Twos story times are designed for our friends who are age two with lots of caregiver participation. Tales for Twos Story Times last approximately 20 minutes.
Y Family Members, join our Preschool Open Gym! It's the perfect opportunity for children ages 0-6 to walk and balance on the beam, explore crawling tunnels, play with sports equipment, zoom around on scooters, enjoy creative play zones, and have some fun! Best of all, it's absolutely FREE (Y Family...
Join us for story times full of books, movement, songs, and fun. Story Times last approximately 25 minutes and are geared toward youth ages 3 - entering first grade, but all ages are welcome. Registration recommended.
The Teen Car Control Clinic (TCCC) is a day-long, 8-hour program that teaches teen drivers vehicle control techniques in a controlled setting. The session heightens students’ awareness and responsiveness to real-world situations and boosts their own and their parent’s confidence in their skills. The program consists of rotating classroom lecture...
More than just a place to shop, the Viroqua Farmers Market is a community gathering that fosters a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. It’s an opportunity for residents and visitors to connect with local farmers, the Amish community artisans, and fellow community members. Many vendors are happy to share their knowledge,...
Fresh produce | Local Goods | Homemade Treats Jackson Plaza is excited to host a summer farmers market! Every Saturday - walk, bike, or drive on over to enjoy a vibrant community atmosphere while supporting local farmers, artisans, and local small businesses! When: Saturdays starting May 31st thru October 8...
On Saturday, October 4, 2025 we will be hosting an outdoor market style event in the heart of Downtown West Salem. We are looking for local crafters/vendors, local businesses, farmers market vendors, food trucks, etc… to set up on the sidewalks on Leonard St and Memorial Drive in conjunction with...