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Wool Needle Felting (with Martha Buche)
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Discover the art of needle felting – sculpting with colorful wool fleece and special felting needles. Learn a bit about the rich history of felt and how it’s made. Step-by-step instructions will guide you in creating a lifelike 3D male Cardinal in bright red wool, complete with wire-supported legs. Each participant will receive a personal…
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Beginning Chip Carving (with John Carlson)
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“Chip Carving” is an ancient form of wood-surface decoration. It can be applied to wood surfaces both practical and decorative. Examples can be seen on jewelry, Christmas ornaments, boxes, furniture, door frames, spoons and more! In this class each student will have guided practice, then choose/create a traditional Rosette pattern to complete their own Chip…
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Fall Mushroom Foraging (with Andi Reisdorf)
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In this beginner-friendly mushroom foraging class, we’ll explore the autumn woods together in search of edible and medicinal mushrooms. We’ll discuss mushroom identification techniques, accessible tools, and practical foraging tips. We’ll be on the hunt for fall mushrooms like hen of the woods/maitake, honey mushrooms, lion’s mane, lobster mushrooms, chicken of the woods, shaggy manes,…
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Bella Botanicals Retail Store Anniversary Party
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We’re celebrating another amazing year in Onalaska! Join us in-store for refreshments, exclusive discounts, a free gift with purchase, and the chance to win a special prize. We couldn’t do this without YOU—come celebrate with us!
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La Crosse Science Café: Tundra Swans
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La Crosse Science Café is back! Join us for the first speaker of the 2025-2026 season! Dr. Stephen Winter (Wildlife Biologist, Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge) will present Tundra Swans of the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife & Fish Refuge on Friday September 12, 2025 at 6 pm at JavaVino (2311 State…
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Tackle Warehouse Invitationals Championship
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The nation’s best bass anglers are headed to the Mississippi River as the top 36 professionals from the Major League Fishing (MLF) Tackle Warehouse Invitationals compete in the Tackle Warehouse Invitationals Championship Presented by Phoenix Boats, Sept. 5-7, 2025, in La Crosse, Wisconsin. The three-day championship will feature competitors from 15 states battling for a…
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LATE SUMMER STARGAZING AND SUNSET HIKE
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The evening begins with a walking tour of their beautiful gardens, led by FSPA guides, who will share the inspiring story of how the sisters care for the land and grow food that supports local communities, and how their green burial sites are providing a more natural approach at the end of life. Visitors will…
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2nd Annual Heider Center Barn Bash and Chili Cook Off
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Bring you appetite and Help support the Heider Center for the Performing Arts. Join us for a Chili Contest, Live Music, Wine Auction, Yard Games and more. Tickets are $25 per person or $60 for family. www.heidercenter.org
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Veteran’s Benefits Check-Up
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This is a mini expo where you can update your information with the La Crosse County VSO while also getting information from the VA clinic and their services! Additionally, this year we will be having vendors from the area join us. Come check it out!
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USA Cycling Gravel National Championships
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The USA Cycling Gravel National Championships presented by Vittoria, locally championed by Explore Minnesota will be coming to La Crescent, MN on September 20, 2025. Riders will be put on a course through stunning bluff country, where challenging climbs push limits, and technical descents test skills. When the race is done the celebration begins because…