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    Long-stitch Bookbinding: the Medieval Paperback, with Anneka Baird

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    The Long-stitch has been used as far back as the 14th century as a stationary binding and as a temporary binding for books with more elaborate (and expensive) futures. This simple multi-section structure allows for a virtually unlimited number of pages and is well-suited for sketchbooks, notebooks and journals. It is also a popular structure…

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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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    Foraging Aquatic Flora of the Mississippi, with Nicholas WazeeGale

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    Enjoy learning to identify, find, and forage from the abundant beds of aquatic plants like arrowhead and lotus along the Mississippi River. We will learn to recognize these plants in the watery environments they grow in, learn what foods they offer, and when and how to collect them. We will also do a small amount…

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    Swift Night Out at the Concordia

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    Join us around dusk to watch the chimney swifts roost in the Concordia chimney! This is the first Swift Night Out in La Crosse! Learn about chimney swifts and what we can do to help them thrive. Bring lawn chairs and your own snacks. A great outing for the whole family!

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    Maroon Tunes

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    UWL Alumni & Friends night at Moon Tunes! Date: Thursday, September 10 Time: 5:30–8 p.m. 5:30 p.m. Opening Act: High Mileage 7 p.m. Main Act: UWL Screaming Eagles Marching Band Location: Riverside Park Bandshell – 100 State St, La Crosse, WI, 54601 You’re invited to join the UWL Alumni & Friends Foundation for Maroon Tunes,…

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    UW Universe in the Park

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    Carey Hegge

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    Join Alejandra Lopez Holguin of the UW-Madison Astronomy Department as she presents an interactive program on the night sky. Weather permitting, visitors will have the chance to view astronomical objects through a telescope at the conclusion of the talk. Meet at the Interpretive Center.   This event will be held rain or shine. Group/Program Hosting:…

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    Fool House- The Ultimate 90’s Party: The Millennium Tour

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    Oh my gosh, they’re back again; the nostalgia takeover returns to Wisconsin! Fool House- The Ultimate 90’s Party: The Millennium Tour is live in concert Saturday, Oct. 24, 8:00 p.m., at La Crosse Center in La Crosse, WI. Covering every iconic jam found on a burned mix CD—from NSYNC to Nirvana, Britney Spears to Blink-182,…

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    Bingo Loco presents Name That Song

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    Carey Hegge

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    Must be 21+ Doors at 5:30pm Starts at 7pm Reserved seats are $36 or $38 Friday, September 18 7:00 PM

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    Battle by the Border

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    Carey Hegge

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    The Battle by the Border Preseason National Championships will take place from November 14–15, 2026, at the LaCrosse Center located at 300 Harborview Plaza in La Crosse, WI. The youth and high school wrestling tournament features five competitive divisions, with seeds based on Pin Rankings. Event Schedule & Details Registration & Contact

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    Sugarland – Ride or Die Tour

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    Carey Hegge

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    All we want to do…. is see Sugarland! The La Crosse Center is excited to celebrate 20 years of Enjoy the Ride and one of country music’s most beloved duos on the Ride or Die Tour this fall!  Tickets will go on-sale Friday, August 14 at 10 a.m. CDT. Tickets are available at the La…