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  • Bee Keeping Facebook Post

    Bee Keeping & Honey Workshop

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    Considering a BEEHIVE in your backyard? 🐝 Wonder what ROYAL JELLY is? Maybe you want to know what HONEYCOMB looks like.🍯 Bring your CURIOSITY and QUESTIONS to our workshop on BEE KEEPING BASICS. See what the INSIDE of a BEEHIVE looks like and learn how HONEY gets from a BEE to your TOAST. 🍞 We’ll…

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    Sweet Rides & Sweet Pies

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    On Saturday, July 26, 2025, the Westby Area Historical Society will hold the 10th annual Sweet Rides & Sweet Pies homemade pie with ice cream and car show fundraiser. This family-friendly, free event will be open to attendees from 10 am – 3 pm. Vehicle registration on July 26 will be from 8:30 – noon,…

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    Fall Luncheon 2025

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    We are thrilled to welcome Junita L. Flowers as our Fall Luncheon keynote speaker — a woman whose story reminds us that possibility, purpose, and perseverance can change everything. Junita is an award-winning entrepreneur based in Minneapolis, founder of the mission-driven company Junita’s Jar, and a celebrated TEDx speaker. Her journey is one of resilience…

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    2nd Annual Bag Toss Tournament

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    Join us for the 2nd annual STAR Center Bag Toss Tournament and Fundraiser on Saturday, July 12th from 11:00- 3:00 pm. You must sign up you and your partner with a $40 entry fee for your team. Sign up today: https://starcenter.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=%2Fportal%2Fevents%2F19217 Half of the proceeds from each entry will go towards STAR and the other…

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    2025 ARRL Field Day

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    Field Day is a combination of a picnic, campout, emergency preparedness exercise, and a formal contest, all focused on amateur radio. ARRL member clubs and community members operate from temporary stations, practicing emergency communications and demonstrating the capabilities of amateur radio. Anyone interested may participate.

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    Afterglow Jam Session: A Midwest Banjo Fest Event

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    At or around 7:00 P.M., following dining plans, banjo fest musicians will have an informal afterglow jam session in The Freighthouse Bar to appropriately finish the weekend’s celebration, and say farewell until next year.

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    Jammin’ Scenic Mississippi River Cruise: A Midwest Banjo Fest Event

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    A banjo fest tradition and musical adventure on “Old Man River”. Space is limited. RESERVE TICKET ONLINE SALES OPEN AUGUST 10th at: www.lacrossequeen.com or by calling 608-784-8523 and asking for the sightseeing cruise.

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    Banjo Jamboree and Barbecue Bash: A Midwest Banjo Fest Event

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    Be part of America’s longest running banjo show in a Historic Art Deco speakeasy. Hear America’s best and then make your own memories playing alongside stage and recording artists. Admission $25.00 Social 6:00 Buffet 7:00 Register and reserve tickets NLT August 30th by emailing Fred Dodd: fdodd1@gmail.com

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    Banjos at the Tavern In The Town: A Midwest Banjo Fest Event

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    A fan favorite jam session at one of La Crosse’s finest. All; banjo players and fans are welcome.

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    Jazz Banjo Jam Session: A Midwest Banjo Fest Event

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    Annual gathering of jazz banjo players of all abilities, including several American Banjo Museum Banjo Hall of Fame members. Dine and enjoy beverages while listening to music played on America’s instrument.