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Introduction to Relief Woodcarving (with Kevin Ewing)
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Curious about relief woodcarving? This relaxed, hands-on class is for you! You’ll get an 8”x10” basswood block and use of all the tools needed to learn the basics of relief carving. With step-by-step guidance from the instructor, you’ll practice making cuts on the back of the board and then carve your very own piece on…
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Willow Round Basketry (with Clint Grabhorn)
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This one-day course is a beginner-friendly introduction to the rich traditions of willow basketry. Students will explore the fundamentals of crafting a classic round basket, working with cured willow to learn essential techniques such as creating a round base, twining, staking up, waling, bordering, and finishing. While the hands-on focus is on working with prepared…
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Farm to Yarn: Learn to Process, Spin, & Dye Yarn (with Ellie Barbeau)
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Immerse yourself in a full day of woolly goodness and the wonderful world of fiber arts! Learn how to spin your own handmade yarn, the process of taking sheep wool from farm to fiber, and how to hand dye beautiful fibers for spinning or felting. We will cover the basics of how to prepare raw…
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Clawhammer Banjo Basics (with Brennan Henry Allsworth)
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After enjoying the Basics of Clawhammer Banjo with Brennan Henry, students will leave with a fresh perspective on playing their banjo in an old-style! Topics will include the history of banjoes, fundamentals of strumming and drop-thumbing, music theory for the banjo, advanced techniques for playing up-the-neck, alternative tunings, and being able to play fast reels,…
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Southern Minnesota RR and La Crosse River Changes
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Onalaska Area Historical Society is hosting a program on November 18, 2025 – Southern Minnesota RR and La Crosse River Changes by Fritz Funke. 6:00 PM at the Onalaska Library. Free. 608-399-3386. Club meeting to follow program. Sponsored by the Onalaska Area Historical Society. Oahs25@gmail.com
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Ray’s Jolly Chaps–Concordia Ballroom Sunday Social Dance
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Bring your friends and family for an afternoon of fun entertainment! Public is welcome. Polka, two step, swing, fox trot, waltz, and other dances are popular. Or just come to enjoy the music and the atmosphere of this wonderful, historic ballroom. $12 at the door. $10 for Concordia members. Cash bar and snacks available. Ray’s…
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Chuck Thiel and the Jolly Ramblers–Concordia Ballroom Sunday Social Dance
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Bring your friends and family for an afternoon of fun entertainment! Public is welcome. Polka, two step, swing, fox trot, waltz, and other dances are popular. Or just come to enjoy the music and the atmosphere of this wonderful, historic ballroom. $12 at the door. $10 for Concordia members. Cash bar and snacks available. With…
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The Leon Olsen Show–Concordia Ballroom Sunday Social Dance
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Bring your friends and family for an afternoon of fun entertainment! Public is welcome. Polka, two step, swing, fox trot, waltz, and other dances are popular. Or just come to enjoy the music and the atmosphere of this wonderful, historic ballroom. $12 at the door. $10 for Concordia members. Cash bar and snacks available. Leon…
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Barefoot Becky & the Ivanhoe Dutchmen–Concordia Ballroom Sunday Social Dance
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Bring your friends and family for an afternoon of fun entertainment! Public is welcome. Polka, two step, swing, fox trot, waltz, and other dances are popular. Or just come to enjoy the music and the atmosphere of this wonderful, historic ballroom. $12 at the door. $10 for Concordia members. Cash bar and snacks available. Based…
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2026 La Crosse Wedding Expo
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Join us for the 2026 La Crosse Wedding EXPO from 10:00am – 2:00pm on Sunday, January 18, 2026 at the La Crosse Center! The only Wedding Expo happening in January in the La Crosse area with booths full of connections to make with vendors for your big day. General Admission is free and for only…