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    How a Book Is Made

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    Kids, join us and local author Mary Schams to learn how a book is made. Practice some hands-on story boarding to get started on your own book. We’ll have yummy snacks on hand to fuel your creativity! Best for ages 8-12. Registration is required.

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    Wedding World 2026

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    We’re here to bring you the best wedding professionals from across the region, giving you the chance to connect with experts who can turn your vision into reality! With thousands of love stories shared and cherished at our bridal fair over the years, we feel truly honored to be a part of your journey. Get…

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    Author Visit: Allen Eskens

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    Meet award-winning and bestselling author, Allen Eskens. Eskens’ novels are beloved in our community, and his newest historical thriller—The Quiet Librarian—has received multiple starred reviews from Publisher’s Weekly, Booklist, Library Journal and Kirkus. Eskens will talk about his latest book and sign copies that will be available for purchase at the event, courtesy of Pearl…

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    RSVP Fiber Arts Garage Sale

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    Attention Fiber Artists, Students, Art Teachers, Theater Departments, Pre-school teachers, Knitters, Crocheters, Quilters, Sewers, Weavers, Embroiderers, and Crafters of all sorts: the RSVP Fiber Arts Garage Sale has something for everyone! This one-day sale benefits the Handcraft Program of Coulee Region RSVP. Cash only. Thousands of items at unbelievable prices, including: Yarn (all kinds!), Fabric…

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    The Executives in Concert @ Journey Lutheran

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    Join us for an evening of fun and music. The Executives will be recreating the music and joy of the 1960’s at Journey Lutheran on Saturday, January 3rd. The concert starts at 7 pm. Join us beforehand for bingo and concessions, starting at 5 pm. Freewill donations will be accepted for the concert.

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    65th Oktoberfest USA

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    Get ready to raise your steins and crank up the oompa — Oktoberfest is here again! Join us for four unforgettable days as the fest grounds as they are transformed into a high-energy Bavarian playground bursting with excitement. With over 30 bands lighting up multiple stages, you’ll feel the pulse of non-stop music from morning…

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    International Death, Grief & Bereavement Conference

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    Loneliness in Grief: Exploring the Silent Struggle & Path to Connection Pre-conference: May 31, 2026 | Conference: June 1–3, 2026 STUDENT UNION University of Wisconsin-La Crosse | 521 East Avenue N | La Crosse, WI USA We will have international speakers examine loneliness not only as a pain to be alleviated, but as a profoundly…

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    League of Women Voters Lunch & Learn

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    Please join us for the LWV Lunch & Learn program on Wednesday, January 14 from 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.at the Waterfront Restaurant (north entrance) in La Crosse. Our topic is “Civil Engagement in Local Government.” To reserve lunch, register by end of day Wednesday, Jan. 7th at lwvlacrosse.org/program. Lunch is $20, or you can attend the…

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    Twilight Bowl

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    STRIKE UP A CONVERSATION, SPARE US THE FILTHY DETAILS, AND PULL YOUR LIFE OUT OF THE GUTTER! In the bar of their local bowling alley in a small Wisconsin town, a very real group of young women struggle with the pressure to “make something” of themselves while navigating their own and one another’s evolutions. As…

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    25th Anniversary Open House

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    The Village of West Salem and La Crosse County Library invite you to celebrate 25 years of the Hazel Brown Leicht Memorial Library! Drop in to see what’s new and enjoy a free cookie (while supplies last).