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2013 Event Schedule

LA CROSSE AREA CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
Call 800-658-9424 or 608-782-2366 for more information.
Events subject to change without notice. Please call ahead.
www.explorelacrosse.com

FEBRUARY 2013

Feb 1-2 Snowflake Ski Jumping Tournament - Opening Ceremonies will begin at 7pm on Friday. Saturday opening ceremonies will begin at 12pm. Westby 608-632-0279 www.snowflakeskiclub.com

Feb 2 State Cheerleading and Dance Championships - La Crosse Center, 300 Harborview Plaza, La Crosse. 608-789-7400 www.lacrossecenter.com

Feb 2-3 Adult Getaway Weekend - Escape to relaxation, nature and good company! This weekend is designed with you in mind: Play by day, relax by night. Daytime activities include: snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, archery, and Eagle Bluff’s famous ropes course! Enjoy a gourmet meal Saturday night and a special presentation by Chris Heeter, founder of The Wild Institute. Cost: $125/person, optional Friday night: $10/person. Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center, 28097, Goodview Drive, Lanesboro, MN, 55949. 507-467-2437, www.eagle-bluff.org

Feb 7-10 Boat, Sport & Travel Show- La Crosse Center. 608-789-7400 www.shamrockprod.com 

Feb 8 Coulee Region Chill Hockey Game - 7pm, versus Aberdeen. Onalaska Omni Center, 255 Riders Club Rd. 608-781-9566 http://omnicenter.net 

Feb 8-9, and 15-16 I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change - This hilarious revue pays tribute to those who have loved and lost, to those who have fallen on their face at the portal of romance, and to those who have dared to ask, “Say, what are you doing Saturday night?” $15-$21. Pump House Regional Arts Center, 119 King Street, La Crosse. 608-785-1434, www.thepumphouse.org 

Feb 9 Westby Junior Snowflake Ski Jumping Tournament - Come to see junior ski jumpers from all around the Midwest compete on the 10, 20, 40 and 65 meter ski jumps. The Snowflake Ski Club is offering ski jumpers and nordic combined skiers the opportunity to compete on the 65 meter for the first alternate qualifying round for the Junior Nationals! Following the ski jumping competition, watch the nordic combined skiers participate in a cross-country ski race. Excellent food and drink available on site: pork sandwiches, brats, hot dogs and hot drinks. FREE admission for spectators. 608-634-3211, http://snowflakeskiclub.com

Feb 9 YMCA Winter Run Series: Valentine’s Heart Throb Run/Walk - YMCA North Branch. Keep your family active through the winter and holidays with the YMCA Winter Run Series! Registration available online at www.laxymca.org . Each event is $18 or pay $36 for all three runs. For more information call 608-782-9622.

Feb 9 Coulee Region Chill Hockey Game - 7pm, versus Aberdeen. Onalaska Omni Center, 255 Riders Club Rd. 608-781-9566 http://omnicenter.net 

Feb 9 Mardi Gras Celebration & Fundraiser - 4:30pm - Midnight. Celebrate Mardi Gras at the Holy Trinity Mardi Gras Dinner and Party on Saturday, Feb. 9, at the American Legion Post 52 on 6th and Market Streets in La Crosse. Enjoy a roast beef dinner, sponsored by the American Legion, Bakalars Sausage Company, and D.L. Cakery, from 4:30-7 p.m., followed by a Mardi Gras circus-themed party from 7 p.m. to midnight. Ticket prices are $10 for the dinner and party, or $5 at the door for the party only. The party includes beer, snacks, cash bar, karaoke, raffle, squareboards, a silent auction, and a live auction. Live auction items include a team-signed Green Bay Packers football and a Seattle Seahawks football signed by Marshawn Lynch. Raffle prizes include a first prize of $500, second prize of $300, and a third prize of $200. Squareboard and silent auction items include a $500 meat bundle from Holmen Meat Locker, a $300 hand-crafted saw from Bad Axe Tool Works, a lasagna dinner for 20, and a variety of signed sports memorabilia. Dinner tickets are available at the American Legion or the Holy Trinity Parish Office at 1333 S. 13th St. in La Crosse. Raffle tickets, which are $5 each or six for $25, are available at the Holy Trinity Parish Office. All proceeds support Aquinas Catholic Schools through Holy Trinity. For more information, please contact Holy Trinity at 608.782-2028 or email holytrinitypar@charter.net 

Feb 9-10 Become an Outdoor Family Weekend - Get your family out this winter for some hands-on winter fun! This weekend will provide families an opportunity to reconnect with each other while participating in lifelong outdoor activities. Class options include: winter survival, ice fishing, air guns, snowshoeing, archery, rock climbing and the high ropes course. Cost: $80/person, $300/family of four and $75/each additional family member. Pre-registration required. For ages 6 and older. Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center, 28097 Goodview Drive, Lanesboro, MN, 55949. 507-467-2437, www.eagle-bluff.org

Feb 10 Film Society at the Pump House - Join us for the fourth annual Pump House Film Society season. The society gathers one Sunday evening per month, September through May, to screen award winning films from around the world. Join the Film Society for camaraderie, great films, and a light meal. Pump House Regional Arts Center, 119 King Street, La Crosse. 608-785-1434, www.thepumphouse.org

Feb 14-17 Stansfield Team Dart Tournament - La Crosse Center, 300 Harborview Plaza, 608-789-7400 www.lacrossecenter.com

Feb 15 Coulee Region Chill Hockey Game - 8pm, versus Brookings. Onalaska Omni Center, 255 Riders Club Rd. 608-781-9566 http://omnicenter.net

Feb 15-16 Juniors Sleep Under the Stars Overnight S.T.E.M. into Science: Entertainment Technology - 5pm-9am. Learn the secrets and science behind the world of entertainment. Animate artwork, try the science of amusement park rides, and create your own special effects. $28/scout with chaperones being free (1 chaperone required per 5 scouts). Fee includes Entertainment Technology Badge, program materials, snack and admission to the Museum and Climbing Wall. Children’s Museum, 207 5th Ave S, La Crosse. 608-784-2652, www.funmuseum.org

Feb 16 Pearl Street Brewery’s 14th Annual Winter Ball - 2pm - 10pm, Pearl Street Brewery. Enjoy live music all day long; headlined by La Crosse's own The Smokin' Bandits (more bands TBA). There will be five specialty beer tappings, each released in tandem with five food pairings created by local restaurants. General admission tickets are $25 through the rest of December, $30 in January, and will be bumped up to $35 in February. These tickets include: 8 hours of live music, five food/beer releases, and one souvenir pint glass. VIP tickets also available, only at the brewery's tasting room. These are $50 and VERY limited. They include the live music, beer/food releases, souvenir pint glass, but ALSO early admission to the event, 2 beer tickets, one free growler fill, and access to the VIP lounge with an Hors D'oeuvres spread. For additional information, call 608-784-4832 or visit http://pearlstreetbrewery.com

Feb 16 Coulee Region Chill Hockey Game - 7pm, versus Minot. Onalaska Omni Center, 255 Riders Club Rd. 608-781-9566 http://omnicenter.net

Feb 16-18 Alpine Championships- Mt La Crosse. 608-788-0044 www.mtlacrosse.com

Feb 18 GRANDKIDZ Day “ Winter Wonders” - 9am - 4pm. Fight cabin fever with inter-generational fervor. Grandparents alongside grand kids will dive into the wonders of winter by surviving as a chipmunk, throwing “snow snakes” and snowshoeing across the glistening snow in search of animal tracks and signs. A sure treat for all will be to meet one of the Eagle Bluff’s live raptors to hear how it survives winter. Fee includes lunch and an afternoon snack. Cost: $65/two family members, and $30/each additional family member. Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center, 28097 Goodview Drive, Lanesboro, MN, 55949. 507-467-2437, www.eagle-bluff.org

Feb 21-23 MOSES Organic Farming Conference - La Crosse Center, 300 Harborview Plaza. 608-789-7400 www.mosesorganic.org 

Feb 24 Family Fest – La Crosse Center, 300 Harborview Plaza. 608-789-7400 www.lacrossecenter.com

Feb 26-27 Circus – 6:30pm. La Crosse Center, 300 Harborview Plaza. 608-789-7400 www.lacrossecenter.com 


MARCH 2013

Mar 1 Coulee Region Chill Hockey Game - 7pm, versus Janesville. Onalaska Omni Center, 255 Riders Club Rd. 608-781-9566 http://omnicenter.net

Mar 1-2 Monster Truck Show - 7:30pm. La Crosse Center. 300 Harborview Plaza. 608-789-7400 www.lacrossecenter.com

Mar 1-31 Exhibit: “K-12 District Honors Show” - Heider Center for the Arts, 405 E Hamlin St, West Salem. 608-786-2550, www.heidercenter.org 

Mar 2 Polar Plunge - Pettibone Beach, La Crosse. Registration opens at 9am, Plunging begins at noon. 608-789-7596 www.specialolympicswisconsin.org

Mar 2 Coulee Region Chill Hockey Game - 7pm, versus Janesville. Onalaska Omni Center, 255 Riders Club Rd. 608-781-9566 http://omnicenter.net

Mar 3 Film Society at the Pump House - Join us for the fourth annual Pump House Film Society season. The society gathers one Sunday evening per month, September through May, to screen award winning films from around the world. Join the Film Society for camaraderie, great films, and a light meal. Pump House Regional Arts Center, 119 King Street, La Crosse. 608-785-1434, www.thepumphouse.org 

Mar 8 Night (out) at the Museum - 5:30pm-8:00pm for ages 3-11. Parents get a night out on the town…Kids get a night out at the Museum! $10/member, $15/non-member. Pre-registration and pre-payment required. Drop off is between 5:30-6pm, and pick up is between 7:30-8pm. Children’s Museum, 207 5th Ave S, La Crosse. 608-784-2652, www.funmuseum.org 

Mar 8 Coulee Region Chill Hockey Game - 7pm, versus Austin. Onalaska Omni Center, 255 Riders Club Rd. 608-781-9566 http://omnicenter.net

Mar 8-10 Greater La Crosse Golf Expo - La Crosse Center, 300 Harborview Plaza. 608-793-1956 www.lacrossegolfshow.com 

Mar 9 Norskedalen’s Rummage Sale - Shop for donated items at discount prices! Norskedalen Nature and Heritage Center, N455 O Ophus Road, Coon Valley. 608-452-3424, www.norskedalen.org 

Mar 9 Barre Co-Ed Lions Club 3rd Annual Bowling Tournament - 11:00am-8:00pm, Features Sports Bar & Grill, 1425 W Hwy 16, West Salem, WI 54669. 608-786-9000. Five person teams, $75 per team to enter. Three shifts to choose from (sign up early to guarantee your desired time slot): 11:00am-2:00pm, 2:00pm-5:00pm or 5:00pm-8:00pm. Win fun prizes including free drinks, t-shirts, door prizes and prize payouts to the top six teams. www.BarreCoedLions.com 

Mar 9 WWE Smack down Road to Wrestle Mania - 7:30pm. Tickets range $16.50-$96.50. La Crosse Center, 300 Harborview Plaza, La Crosse.
608-789-7400, www.lacrossecenter.com

Mar 9-10 Model Train Show - La Crosse Center. 300 Harborview Plaza. 608-789-7400 www.lacrossecenter.com

Mar 15-17 God’s Country Racing Association’s Custom Car Show - La Crosse Center, 300 Harborview Plaza. 608-317-6824 or 608-781-9887 www.clubs.hemmings.com/clubsites/gcra/

Mar 15 Spring Gun Show - Onalaska Omni Center. Come see all of the sights and new equipment at the Spring Gun Show, in Arena 2. 255 Riders Club Rd, Onalaska, WI. 608-781-9566, http://omnicenter.net

Mar 16 Show Choir Competition - La Crosse Center, 300 Harborview Plaza. 608-789-7400, www.lacrossecenter.com

Mar 16 Maple Syrup Fest - 10am - 2pm. The snow is melting and the sap is flowing - it’s Maple Syrup Season! Join a naturalist and head into the sugar bush to tap a tree and collect maple sap. Gather around the evaporator to watch this boiling sap turn to liquid gold! Activities, crafts, and a tasty treat await as together we celebrate the coming of spring. Cost: $5/person, kids 5 & under are free. Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center, 28097 Goodview Drive, Lanesboro, MN, 55949. 507-467-2437, www.eagle-bluff.org 

Mar 22-24 La Crosse Area Home and Builders Show - Founded in 1980, the Greater La Crosse Home & Builders Show is held annually in La Crosse, Wisconsin. Visitors to the show can see the latest products and services displayed by exhibitors to assist them in building and improving their home and yard. The Greater La Crosse Home & Builders Show has thousands of ideas to help make your house a home! La Crosse Center, 300 Harborview Plaza, La Crosse. 608-789-7400, www.lacrossecenter.com

Mar 29 Three Days Grace, Shinedown, & P.O.D. - 7:00pm, Tickets $40.50. La Crosse Center, 300 Harborview Plaza, La Crosse. 608-789-7400, www.lacrossecenter.com
 

APRIL 2013

Apr 5 Pump House Regional Arts Center Annual Patron Recognition Party - This year’s celebration will honor Richard and Lisbeth Reynertson. Stay tuned for more information! Pump House Regional Arts Center, 119 King Street, La Crosse. 608-785-1434, www.thepumphouse.org 

Apr 6 Celebration 2013 - 7:30pm. Platinum Edition’s annual variety show has something for everyone, from Broadway to pop to jazz and more. Join Viterbo’s own show choir and their special guests, including the Coulee Kids Choir and the Apple Annies, as they celebrate 2013 with this musical extravaganza. $18/Main Floor, %15/Lower Balcony, $12/Upper Balcony. Viterbo Fine Arts Center, 900 Jackson Street, La Crosse. 608-796-3100, www.viterbo.edu/fac 

Apr 6-7 16th Annual Spring Gift and Craft Show - Join us to welcome in April with the 16th Annual Spring Gift and Craft Show, Saturday the 6th and Sunday the 7th. A two-day, free admission show, free parking, and a lot of wonderful vendors. Omni Center, 255 Riders Club Rd, Onalaska. 608-781-9566, http://omnicenter.net

Apr 6-7 WIZM Radio Auction - Tune into WIZM Radio during the auction to bid on one-of-a-kind objects, art, gift cards, and service packages from local artists and businesses. As an annual event for the Pump House Regional Arts Center, this is one of our biggest fundraisers of the year! The Pump House Regional Arts Center, 119 King Street, La Crosse. 608-785-1434, www.thepumphouse.org

Apr 7 Film Society at the Pump House - Join us for the fourth annual Pump House Film Society season. The society gathers one Sunday evening per month, September through May, to screen award winning films from around the world. Join the Film Society for camaraderie, great films, and a light meal. Pump House Regional Arts Center, 119 King Street, La Crosse. 608-785-1434, www.thepumphouse.org

Apr 11 50Fest - 3:00pm-8:00pm, Onalaska Omni Center. A new twist on the RSVP Wellness Expo will include additions such as food vendors, a cash bar, well-known entertainment, and live music, while still focusing on a variety of exhibitors, health screenings, speaker presentations, and fitness testing. For more information, call 608.785.0500 or visit www.rsvplax.org  Onalaska Omni Center, 225 Riders Club Road, Onalaska, 54650.

Apr 11-14 Stansfield Team Pool Tournament - La Crosse Center, 300 Harborview Plaza. 608-789-7400 www.lacrossecenter.com

Apr 12 Spring Fling - 5:00pm-9:00pm, Historic Downtown La Crosse. Visit over 20 businesses for specials and refreshments while exploring the historic downtown district! www.lacrossedowntown.com

Apr 13 Coulee Cornhole Tournament - Onalaska Omni Center, 255 Riders Club Rd. 608-781-9566, http://omnicenter.net

Apr 14-15 Reinhart Food Show - La Crosse Center, 300 Harborview Plaza. 608-789-7400 www.lacrossecenter.com

Apr 18 MOMIX Botanica - 7:30pm. Experience modern dance at its finest, infused with stunning athleticism, riveting music, outrageous costumes, and inventive props to create an entertaining multimedia experience. Botanica is the perfect show for the entire family and features an eclectic score ranging from birdsongs to Vivaldi. It follows the rhythms of the seasons, the changing shape of life on Earth, and the passing of a day. $38/Main Floor, $34/Lower Balcony, $29/Upper Balcony. Viterbo Fine Arts Center, 900 Jackson Street, La Crosse. 608-796-3600, www.viterbo.edu/fac

Apr 20 First Annual La Crosse Public Library Edible Book Fest - Create a book-related dish inspired by a favorite tale, a pun on a book title or in the shape of a book made entirely out of edible materials. Whether you’re a professional chef or just like to play with your food, the festival is open to anyone! Registration is free to enter. Non-perishable food donations will be accepted for WAFER food shelf. Don’t want to create an entry? Come and vote for your favorite on April 20th, from 10am - 1pm at the South Community Library, 1307 South 16th Street. 608-789-7103, www.lacrosselibrary.org/branches/south.asp

Apr 25 World’s Largest Office Party - La Crosse Center, 300 Harborview Plaza. 608-789-7400 www.worldslargestofficeparty.com 

Apr 27 Between the Bluffs Beer, Wine, and Cheese Festival - 2-6pm, South Oktoberfest Grounds. 800-658-9424 www.betweenthebluffsbeerfest.com 
608-782-2366

Apr 27 Root River Valley Earth Day Celebration - 10am - 2pm. The local community and Eagle Bluff are teaming up with YOU to celebrate the Earth! This FREE day will have something for everyone. Participate in crafts and activity stations under the big tent in Sylvan Park, or just come to learn more about the local earth-friendly organizations. Join us and make a difference! More information available at Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center, 28097 Goodview Drive, Lanesboro, MN, 55949. 507-467-2437, www.eagle-bluff.org

Apr 27 Annual Multiple Sclerosis Walk - La Crosse Center, 300 Harborview Plaza. 608-789-7400 www.lacrossecenter.com 

Apr 27 Iron Works Training Center MMA Event - Join us for an action packed line-up! This is sure to keep your attention with all the action, athleticism, and fun! Onalaska Omni Center, 255 Riders Club Rd. 608-781-9566, http://omnicenter.net
 

MAY 2013

May 1-31 Exhibit: “W.S.H.S. Senior Art Show” - Heider Center for the Arts, 405 E Hamlin St, West Salem. 608-786-2550, www.heidercenter.org 

May 2 Science and Math Expo - La Crosse Center, 300 Harborview Plaza. 608-789-7400 www.lacrossecenter.com

May 3 La Crosse Area Builders Association Home and Garden Show - Onalaska Omni Center, 255 Riders Club Rd. 608-781-9566, http://omnicenter.net 

May 3-5 Festival Foods La Crosse Fitness Festival - Pettibone Park, La Crosse. www.lacrossefitnessfestival.com  Featuring Marathon, Half Marathon, children’s events, fitness expo and much more! 608-789-7533

May 4 Wienerfest - 2:00pm - Midnight. Oktoberfest grounds. www.wienerfestlacrosse.com  Wienerfest is a gathering to celebrate the end of winter, and
hot dogs have long been a symbol of summer fun! Enjoy live music and hot dogs! May 5 Norskedalen’s May Membership Madness - Norskedalen Nature & Heritage Center, N455 O Ophus Road, Coon Valley. 608-452-3424, www.norskedalen.org

May 5 Film Society at the Pump House - Join us for the fourth annual Pump House Film Society season. The society gathers one Sunday evening per month, September through May, to screen award winning films from around the world. Join the Film Society for camaraderie, great films, and a light meal. Pump House Regional Arts Center, 119 King Street, La Crosse. 608-785-1434, www.thepumphouse.org 

May 10 Western Technical College Graduation - La Crosse Center, 300 Harborview Plaza. www.westerntc.edu

May 11 Viterbo University Graduation

May 17-19 Syttende Mai Festival - Westby. This Norwegian festival celebrates the “17th of May.” Arts & crafts fair and smorgasbord. 866-493-7829.
http://www.westbysyttendemai.com 

May 18-19 “Quiltfest on the Mississippi” Quilt Show - Saturday from 9am-5pm, and Sunday from 10am-3pm at the Days Inn Hotel, 101 Sky Harbour Drive, La Crosse. Enjoy quilts on display, a variety of vendors, and a quilt raffle. Sponsored by the La Crosse Area Quilters. 608-785-2693, http://lacrossequiltguild.com

May 19 University of Wisconsin La Crosse Graduation - La Crosse Center, 10am and 2pm.

May 18 Trempealeau Hotel’s Reggae Fest – 2-11 pm. Jamaican music, indoor/outdoor bars, arts and crafts. Trempealeau Hotel, 150 Main Street,
Trempealeau, WI, 54661. 608-534-6898 www.trempealeauhotel.com

May 19 RIVERSIDE FAMILY FUN FAIR - Celebrating National Tourism Week- Noon-4:00pm, Riverside Park. Food, games, exhibits. 608-782-2366

May 19 War Eagle Day - Explore the history of this sunken treasure. Riverside Park. 608-782-1980 www.lchsweb.org

May 23-25 NCAA Division III Men’s and Women’s Outdoor Track & Field Championships - University of Wisconsin - La Crosse, Veterans Memorial Field Sports Complex. http://www.ncaa.com/championships/trackfield-outdoor-men/d3

May 24 Central High School Graduation - La Crosse Center, 300 Harborview Plaza, 608-789-7400, www.lacrossecenter.com

May 25 Holmen High School & Logan High School Graduations - La Crosse Center, 300 Harborview Plaza. 608-789-7400, www.lacrossecenter.com

May 31-Jun 1 WIAA State Track & Field Meet - UW-La Crosse, www.wiaawi.org 

May 31-Jun 2 June Dairy Days- West Salem Village Park. www.junedairydays.com . Rides, food, entertainment, fireworks and fun!
 

JUNE 2013

Jun 1 Trempealeau Hotel’s Blues Bash – 2:00pm - 11:00pm, Trempealeau Hotel, 150 Main Street, Trempealeau, WI, 54661. 608-534-6898
www.trempealeauhotel.com  Day long festival of jammin’ blues tunes featuring local and national acts.

Jun 1-2 YWCA GardenFest- 9:00am-4:00pm, SS Oktoberfest Grounds. 608-781-2783 www.ywcagardenfest.com  Bringing gardeners and suppliers
together.

Jun 2 La Crosse Loggers Baseball - 5:05pm, versus the Wisconsin Rapids Raptors. The Lumberyard, 800 Copeland Park Drive, La Crosse.
608-796-9553, www.lacrosseloggers.com 

Jun 3 La Crosse Loggers Baseball - 7:05pm, versus the Wisconsin Rapids Raptors. The Lumberyard, 800 Copeland Park Drive, La Crosse. 608-796-9553, www.lacrosseloggers.com 

Jun 4 Summer High Ropes Course Challenge - Tuesdays and Saturdays in June, July & August. Tuesdays: 1pm, Saturdays at 10am and 2pm. Meet the challenge on the ropes course this summer! This confidence-building experience promotes personal growth and strengthens group bonds as participants traverse 30 feet in the air through a series of towers connected by various cable, rope, and log events. Experiencing success on the course is a powerful experience with a lasting effect. Walk-ins will be accepted if space allows. Youth under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required. Cost: $20 for 10-17 years of age; $25 for 18 years or older. Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center,
28097 Goodview Drive, Lanesboro, MN, 55949. 507-467-2437, www.eagle-bluff.org 

Jun 6-7 Winona State University Wellness Exchange for Lifelong Learners - On June 6th - 7th, WSU will host its first annual wellness conference. The event will showcase and highlight the concept of holistic wellness and how it is manifested through structures, programs and services working simultaneously. Community members, faculty, staff and students nation-wide will come together to emphasize that there is wellness in all aspects of campus and community. For more information, visit www.winona.edu/wellnesscomplex/wellnessexchange.asp  or email wsuwellnessexchange@winona.edu

Jun 6-9 Butterfest Celebration-Sparta- Carnival, live music, quilt show, classic car show, parade on Sunday. 800-354-2453 www.spartabutterfest.com 

Jun 8 La Crosse Loggers Baseball - 6:05pm, versus the Green Bay Bullfrogs. The Lumberyard, 800 Copeland Park Drive, La Crosse. 608-796-9553, www.lacrosseloggers.com

Jun 8 Summer High Ropes Course Challenge - Tuesdays and Saturdays in June, July & August. Tuesdays: 1pm, Saturdays at 10am and 2pm. Meet the challenge on the ropes course this summer! This confidence-building experience promotes personal growth and strengthens group bonds as participants traverse 30 feet in the air through a series of towers connected by various cable, rope, and log events. Experiencing success on the course is a powerful experience with a lasting effect. Walk-ins will be accepted if space allows. Youth under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required. Cost: $20 for 10-17 years of age; $25 for 18 years or older. Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center,
28097 Goodview Drive, Lanesboro, MN, 55949. 507-467-2437, www.eagle-bluff.org 

Jun 9 La Crosse Loggers Baseball - 5:05pm, versus the Green Bay Bullfrogs. The Lumberyard, 800 Copeland Park Drive, La Crosse. 608-796-9553, www.lacrosseloggers.com 

Jun 9 YMCA Got Energy? Triathlon - 7:00am, Lake Neshonoc, West Salem, WI. The Got Energy Triathlon takes place in beautiful Lake Neshonoc and surrounding West Salem neighborhood. It is a great fit for any ability, beginners to elite. This event allows people to test their ability at open water swimming, road cycling, and running. Athletes can compete individually or as teams. For more information, contact the YMCA at 608-783-9622 or visit www.laxymca.org

Jun 10 La Crosse Loggers Baseball - 7:05pm, versus the Eau Claire Express. The Lumberyard, 800 Copeland Park Drive, La Crosse. 608-796-9553, www.lacrosseloggers.com 

Jun 11 La Crosse Loggers Baseball - 7:05pm, versus the Eau Claire Express. The Lumberyard, 800 Copeland Park Drive, La Crosse. 608-796-9553, www.lacrosseloggers.com 

Jun 11 Celebrate Life Cancer Survivors Picnic - La Crosse Center, 300 Harborview Plaza, 608-789-7400, www.lacrossecenter.com

Jun 11 Summer High Ropes Course Challenge - Tuesdays and Saturdays in June, July & August. Tuesdays: 1pm, Saturdays at 10am and 2pm. Meet the challenge on the ropes course this summer! This confidence-building experience promotes personal growth and strengthens group bonds as participants traverse 30 feet in the air through a series of towers connected by various cable, rope, and log events. Experiencing success on the course is a powerful experience with a lasting effect. Walk-ins will be accepted if space allows. Youth under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required. Cost: $20 for 10-17 years of age; $25 for 18 years or older. Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center,
28097 Goodview Drive, Lanesboro, MN, 55949. 507-467-2437, www.eagle-bluff.org 

Jun 12 La Crosse Loggers Baseball - 7:05pm, versus the Battle Creek Bombers. The Lumberyard, 800 Copeland Park Drive, La Crosse. 608-796-9553, www.lacrosseloggers.com

Jun 13 La Crosse Loggers Baseball - 7:05pm, versus the Battle Creek Bombers. The Lumberyard, 800 Copeland Park Drive, La Crosse. 608-796-9553, www.lacrosseloggers.com

Jun 15 Freedom Fest Air Show & Veterans Memorial Ride - 608-779-9994 www.freedomfestlacrosse.com 

Jun 15 Coon Creek Trout Festival - A family friendly celebration of trout, trout fishing, environmental stewardship & outdoor activities complete with
food, fun & live music. 608-787-1883 www.cooncreektroutfest.com

Jun 15 Summer High Ropes Course Challenge - Tuesdays and Saturdays in June, July & August. Tuesdays: 1pm, Saturdays at 10am and 2pm. Meet the challenge on the ropes course this summer! This confidence-building experience promotes personal growth and strengthens group bonds as participants traverse 30 feet in the air through a series of towers connected by various cable, rope, and log events. Experiencing success on the course is a powerful experience with a lasting effect. Walk-ins will be accepted if space allows. Youth under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required. Cost: $20 for 10-17 years of age; $25 for 18 years or older. Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center,
28097 Goodview Drive, Lanesboro, MN, 55949. 507-467-2437, www.eagle-bluff.org

Jun 17 La Crosse Loggers Baseball - 7:05pm, versus the Wisconsin Rapids Raptors. The Lumberyard, 800 Copeland Park Drive, La Crosse.
608-796-9553, www.lacrosseloggers.com

Jun 18 Summer High Ropes Course Challenge - Tuesdays and Saturdays in June, July & August. Tuesdays: 1pm, Saturdays at 10am and 2pm. Meet the challenge on the ropes course this summer! This confidence-building experience promotes personal growth and strengthens group bonds as participants traverse 30 feet in the air through a series of towers connected by various cable, rope, and log events. Experiencing success on the course is a powerful experience with a lasting effect. Walk-ins will be accepted if space allows. Youth under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required. Cost: $20 for 10-17 years of age; $25 for 18 years or older. Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center,
28097 Goodview Drive, Lanesboro, MN, 55949. 507-467-2437, www.eagle-bluff.org

Jun 19 La Crosse Loggers Baseball - 7:05pm, versus the Eau Claire Express. The Lumberyard, 800 Copeland Park Drive, La Crosse. 608-796-9553, www.lacrosseloggers.com 

Jun 19-20 Blood Drive - La Crosse Center, 300 Harborview Plaza, 608-789-7400. www.lacrossecenter.com 

Jun 21 La Crosse Loggers Baseball - 7:05pm, versus the Wisconsin Woodchucks. The Lumberyard, 800 Copeland Park Drive, La Crosse. 608-796-9553, www.lacrosseloggers.com 

Jun 22 La Crosse Loggers Baseball - 6:05pm, versus the Wisconsin Woodchucks. The Lumberyard, 800 Copeland Park Drive, La Crosse. 608-796-9553, www.lacrosseloggers.com 

Jun 22 Summer High Ropes Course Challenge - Tuesdays and Saturdays in June, July & August. Tuesdays: 1pm, Saturdays at 10am and 2pm. Meet the challenge on the ropes course this summer! This confidence-building experience promotes personal growth and strengthens group bonds as participants traverse 30 feet in the air through a series of towers connected by various cable, rope, and log events. Experiencing success on the course is a powerful experience with a lasting effect. Walk-ins will be accepted if space allows. Youth under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required. Cost: $20 for 10-17 years of age; $25 for 18 years or older. Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center,
28097 Goodview Drive, Lanesboro, MN, 55949. 507-467-2437, www.eagle-bluff.org

Jun 22-23 Great Race 2013 - A time speed endurance rally for vintage cars. Starting in St. Paul, MN, these vehicles will travel through La Crosse and end their journey in Mobile, AL. The Great Race is a cross-country rally that pits driver/navigator teams against the clock and against each other. Visit La Crosse to view the vehicles while they make their stop in the historic downtown district on Saturday. For more information, visit www.greatrace.com  or call 800.989.7223.

Jun 22-23 Norskedalen’s Midsummer Fest - 608-452-3424 www.norskedalen.org  Scandinavian-style celebration with fun, food and festivities for the whole family. Sat 8am-6:30pm and Sun 10am-4pm the grounds are filled with old-time demonstrations, Norwegian arts and crafts, wagon rides, children’s activities and delicious food. Norskedalen Nature and Heritage Center, 3 miles north of Coon Valley on Hwy PI.

Jun 23 La Crosse Loggers Baseball - 5:05pm, versus the Wisconsin Woodchucks. The Lumberyard, 800 Copeland Park Drive, La Crosse. 608-796-9553, www.lacrosseloggers.com

Jun 25 Summer High Ropes Course Challenge - Tuesdays and Saturdays in June, July & August. Tuesdays: 1pm, Saturdays at 10am and 2pm. Meet the challenge on the ropes course this summer! This confidence-building experience promotes personal growth and strengthens group bonds as participants traverse 30 feet in the air through a series of towers connected by various cable, rope, and log events. Experiencing success on the course is a powerful experience with a lasting effect. Walk-ins will be accepted if space allows. Youth under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required. Cost: $20 for 10-17 years of age; $25 for 18 years or older. Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center,
28097 Goodview Drive, Lanesboro, MN, 55949. 507-467-2437, www.eagle-bluff.org 

Jun 27 La Crosse Area Day at Miller Park - Enjoy this bus trip to Miller Park and watch the Milwaukee Brewers take on the Chicago Cubs! Tickets are $80/person and include transportation and tailgate party. 608-782-2366 www.lacrosseareaday.com

Jun 27 La Crosse Loggers Baseball - 7:05pm, versus the Lakeshore Chinooks. The Lumberyard, 800 Copeland Park Drive, La Crosse. 608-796-9553, www.lacrosseloggers.com

Jun 28 La Crosse Loggers Baseball - 7:05pm, versus the Lakeshore Chinooks. The Lumberyard, 800 Copeland Park Drive, La Crosse. 608-796-9553, www.lacrosseloggers.com

Jun 29 Summer High Ropes Course Challenge - Tuesdays and Saturdays in June, July & August. Tuesdays: 1pm, Saturdays at 10am and 2pm. Meet the challenge on the ropes course this summer! This confidence-building experience promotes personal growth and strengthens group bonds as participants traverse 30 feet in the air through a series of towers connected by various cable, rope, and log events. Experiencing success on the course is a powerful experience with a lasting effect. Walk-ins will be accepted if space allows. Youth under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required. Cost: $20 for 10-17 years of age; $25 for 18 years or older. Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center,
28097 Goodview Drive, Lanesboro, MN, 55949. 507-467-2437, www.eagle-bluff.org
 

JULY 2013

Jul 2 La Crosse Loggers Baseball - 7:05pm, versus the Madison Mallards. The Lumberyard, 800 Copeland Park Drive, La Crosse. 608-796-9553, www.lacrosseloggers.com

Jul 2 Summer High Ropes Course Challenge - Tuesdays and Saturdays in June, July & August. Tuesdays: 1pm, Saturdays at 10am and 2pm. Meet the challenge on the ropes course this summer! This confidence-building experience promotes personal growth and strengthens group bonds as participants traverse 30 feet in the air through a series of towers connected by various cable, rope, and log events. Experiencing success on the course is a powerful experience with a lasting effect. Walk-ins will be accepted if space allows. Youth under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required. Cost: $20 for 10-17 years of age; $25 for 18 years or older. Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center,
28097 Goodview Drive, Lanesboro, MN, 55949. 507-467-2437, www.eagle-bluff.org

Jul 3 La Crosse Loggers Baseball - 7:05pm, versus the Madison Mallards. The Lumberyard, 800 Copeland Park Drive, La Crosse. 608-796-9553, www.lacrosseloggers.com

Jul 3-6 Riverfest- Riverside Park 608-782-6000 www.riverfestlacrosse.com  River activities including River City Water Ski Shows, top name entertainment and continuous events. Fireworks, food, beverages, crafts, and music.

Jul 5 La Crosse Loggers Baseball - 7:05pm, versus the Wisconsin Rapids Rafters. The Lumberyard, 800 Copeland Park Drive, La Crosse. 608-796-9553, www.lacrosseloggers.com

Jul 6 Norskedalen’s Art Fair on the Farm & Ice Cream Social - 608-452-3424 Free admission for the day to our open-air museum. Stroll the grounds and visit with families who lived in the various log homes, play lawn games, enjoy a live auction of antiques and other items. Half mile west of
Coon Valley, WI. 10am-4pm, Skumsrud Heritage Farm, just outside of Coon Valley on Hwy 14/61 www.norskedalen.org

Jul 6 Summer High Ropes Course Challenge - Tuesdays and Saturdays in June, July & August. Tuesdays: 1pm, Saturdays at 10am and 2pm. Meet the challenge on the ropes course this summer! This confidence-building experience promotes personal growth and strengthens group bonds as participants traverse 30 feet in the air through a series of towers connected by various cable, rope, and log events. Experiencing success on the course is a powerful experience with a lasting effect. Walk-ins will be accepted if space allows. Youth under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required. Cost: $20 for 10-17 years of age; $25 for 18 years or older. Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center,
28097 Goodview Drive, Lanesboro, MN, 55949. 507-467-2437, www.eagle-bluff.org 

Jul 6 La Crosse Loggers Baseball - 6:05pm, versus the Battle Creek Bombers. The Lumberyard, 800 Copeland Park Drive, La Crosse. 608-796-9553, www.lacrosseloggers.com

Jul 7 La Crosse Loggers Baseball - 5:05pm, versus the Battle Creek Bombers. The Lumberyard, 800 Copeland Park Drive, La Crosse. 608-796-9553, www.lacrosseloggers.com

Jul 7-12 Forkhorn I Youth Camp - Students entering grades 5-7. Cosponsored with the Minnesota Deer Hunters Association, this camp aims to provide campers with both the knowledge and skills needed to become a responsible and successful hunter. Each camper has the option to use this camp to become Firearm Safety Certified by a DNR Firearm Safety Instructor. Pre-registration required. Cost: $405. Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center, 28097 Goodview Drive, Lanesboro, MN, 55949. 507-467-2437, www.eagle-bluff.org 

Jul 9 Summer High Ropes Course Challenge - Tuesdays and Saturdays in June, July & August. Tuesdays: 1pm, Saturdays at 10am and 2pm. Meet the challenge on the ropes course this summer! This confidence-building experience promotes personal growth and strengthens group bonds as participants traverse 30 feet in the air through a series of towers connected by various cable, rope, and log events. Experiencing success on the course is a powerful experience with a lasting effect. Walk-ins will be accepted if space allows. Youth under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required. Cost: $20 for 10-17 years of age; $25 for 18 years or older. Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center,
28097 Goodview Drive, Lanesboro, MN, 55949. 507-467-2437, www.eagle-bluff.org

Jul 11-13 Downtown Krazy Daze 608-784-0440 www.lacrossedowntown.com 

Jul 11-13 Doubletake: Save the eARTh Sale - Time for a change? Not sure what to do with that old painting over your couch? Come to Doubletake: Save the eARTh Sale! It is an exhibition and sale of original art donated by the public. Donate, come for the sale, or both! The Pump House Regional Arts Center, 119 King Street, La Crosse. 608-785-1434, www.thepumphouse.org 

Jul 12-14 Trempealeau Catfish Days- Catfish sandwiches, food, music, flea market, arts and crafts. 608-534-6335, Trempealeau, WI, 54661

Jul 13 Summer High Ropes Course Challenge - Tuesdays and Saturdays in June, July & August. Tuesdays: 1pm, Saturdays at 10am and 2pm. Meet the challenge on the ropes course this summer! This confidence-building experience promotes personal growth and strengthens group bonds as participants traverse 30 feet in the air through a series of towers connected by various cable, rope, and log events. Experiencing success on the course is a powerful experience with a lasting effect. Walk-ins will be accepted if space allows. Youth under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required. Cost: $20 for 10-17 years of age; $25 for 18 years or older. Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center,
28097 Goodview Drive, Lanesboro, MN, 55949. 507-467-2437, www.eagle-bluff.org 

Jul 13 Hixon House Ice Cream Social - 11:00am - 4:00pm, On the corner of 7th & Badger Streets. Enjoy music, games & family fun! Free admission.
608-782-1980 www.lchsweb.og

Jul 13-14 Barron Island Rendezvous- 9am-4pm, Pettibone Park. Experience life as it was during the fur trade era. 608-526-4206.

Jul 15 La Crosse Loggers Baseball - 7:05pm, versus the Madison Mallards. The Lumberyard, 800 Copeland Park Drive, La Crosse. 608-796-9553, www.lacrosseloggers.com

Jul 16 La Crosse Loggers Baseball - 7:05pm, versus the Madison Mallards. The Lumberyard, 800 Copeland Park Drive, La Crosse. 608-796-9553, www.lacrosseloggers.com

Jul 16 Summer High Ropes Course Challenge - Tuesdays and Saturdays in June, July & August. Tuesdays: 1pm, Saturdays at 10am and 2pm. Meet the challenge on the ropes course this summer! This confidence-building experience promotes personal growth and strengthens group bonds as participants traverse 30 feet in the air through a series of towers connected by various cable, rope, and log events. Experiencing success on the course is a powerful experience with a lasting effect. Walk-ins will be accepted if space allows. Youth under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required. Cost: $20 for 10-17 years of age; $25 for 18 years or older. Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center,
28097 Goodview Drive, Lanesboro, MN, 55949. 507-467-2437, www.eagle-bluff.org 

Jul 18 La Crosse Loggers Baseball - 7:05pm, versus the Eau Claire Express. The Lumberyard, 800 Copeland Park Drive, La Crosse. 608-796-9553, www.lacrosseloggers.com 

Jul 19 La Crosse Loggers Baseball - 7:05pm, versus the Eau Claire Express. The Lumberyard, 800 Copeland Park Drive, La Crosse. 608-796-9553, www.lacrosseloggers.com

Jul 19-21 La Crosse Interstate Fair - West Salem Fairgrounds, Hwy 16. Enjoy youth exhibits, music, carnival rides and barns full of animals! 608-788-5506

Jul 20 Rail Fair- 10am-5pm Copeland Park 608-781-9383 www.4000foundation.com Railroad show, flea market, swap meet, tours. $5

Jul 20 Summer High Ropes Course Challenge - Tuesdays and Saturdays in June, July & August. Tuesdays: 1pm, Saturdays at 10am and 2pm. Meet the challenge on the ropes course this summer! This confidence-building experience promotes personal growth and strengthens group bonds as participants traverse 30 feet in the air through a series of towers connected by various cable, rope, and log events. Experiencing success on the course is a powerful experience with a lasting effect. Walk-ins will be accepted if space allows. Youth under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required. Cost: $20 for 10-17 years of age; $25 for 18 years or older. Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center,
28097 Goodview Drive, Lanesboro, MN, 55949. 507-467-2437, www.eagle-bluff.org

Jul 23 Summer High Ropes Course Challenge - Tuesdays and Saturdays in June, July & August. Tuesdays: 1pm, Saturdays at 10am and 2pm. Meet the challenge on the ropes course this summer! This confidence-building experience promotes personal growth and strengthens group bonds as participants traverse 30 feet in the air through a series of towers connected by various cable, rope, and log events. Experiencing success on the course is a powerful experience with a lasting effect. Walk-ins will be accepted if space allows. Youth under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required. Cost: $20 for 10-17 years of age; $25 for 18 years or older. Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center,
28097 Goodview Drive, Lanesboro, MN, 55949. 507-467-2437, www.eagle-bluff.org

Jul 25 La Crosse Loggers Baseball - 7:05pm, versus the Wisconsin Rapids Rafters. The Lumberyard, 800 Copeland Park Drive, La Crosse. 608-796-9553, www.lacrosseloggers.com

Jul 26 La Crosse Loggers Baseball - 7:05pm, versus the Green Bay Bullfrogs. The Lumberyard, 800 Copeland Park Drive, La Crosse. 608-796-9553, www.lacrosseloggers.com

Jul 26-27 Prairie Dog Blues Festival - Regional, national and international blues bands performing on two stages in city park on historic St. Feriole Island, right on the Mississippi River. Camping on site & shuttles run to most motels & marinas. Plenty of good food, beer and vendors selling hand-made items. Ticket/camping hotlines open May 1. 888-567-1567 www.prairiedogblues.com  Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin

Jul 27 Summer High Ropes Course Challenge - Tuesdays and Saturdays in June, July & August. Tuesdays: 1pm, Saturdays at 10am and 2pm. Meet the challenge on the ropes course this summer! This confidence-building experience promotes personal growth and strengthens group bonds as participants traverse 30 feet in the air through a series of towers connected by various cable, rope, and log events. Experiencing success on the course is a powerful experience with a lasting effect. Walk-ins will be accepted if space allows. Youth under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required. Cost: $20 for 10-17 years of age; $25 for 18 years or older. Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center,
28097 Goodview Drive, Lanesboro, MN, 55949. 507-467-2437, www.eagle-bluff.org 

Jul 27 La Crosse Loggers Baseball - 6:05pm, versus the Green Bay Bullfrogs. The Lumberyard, 800 Copeland Park Drive, La Crosse. 608-796-9553, www.lacrosseloggers.com

Jul 27-28 AAUW Art Fair on the Green- UW-La Crosse Campus, 16th & State Streets. 608-788-7439 pstaupe@centurytel.net
100 artists of all mediums in this juried show. All proceeds go to local scholarships. $4 for both days. Sat 10-5, Sun 10-4.

Jul 28 La Crosse Loggers Baseball - 5:05pm, versus the Alexandria Beetles. The Lumberyard, 800 Copeland Park Drive, La Crosse. 608-796-9553, www.lacrosseloggers.com 

Jul 28-Aug 3 TRAILBLAZERS Youth Camp - Students entering grades 5-7. Created for the adventurist at heart, Trailblazer’s camp aims to satisfy the quest to go! Campers will spend the day canoeing down the Root River, traversing through the ropes course, scampering up the rock wall, “surviving” in the wild and so much more! A special day trip will be planned to explore Forestville State Park and Mystery Cave along with one night camping alongside the scenic Root River near Eagle Bluff’s campus. Pre-registration required. Cost: $350. Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center, 28097 Goodview Drive, Lanesboro, MN, 55949. 507-467-2437, www.eagle-bluff.org 

Jul 30 Summer High Ropes Course Challenge - Tuesdays and Saturdays in June, July & August. Tuesdays: 1pm, Saturdays at 10am and 2pm. Meet the challenge on the ropes course this summer! This confidence-building experience promotes personal growth and strengthens group bonds as participants traverse 30 feet in the air through a series of towers connected by various cable, rope, and log events. Experiencing success on the course is a powerful experience with a lasting effect. Walk-ins will be accepted if space allows. Youth under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required. Cost: $20 for 10-17 years of age; $25 for 18 years or older. Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center,
28097 Goodview Drive, Lanesboro, MN, 55949. 507-467-2437, www.eagle-bluff.org 

Jul 30 La Crosse Loggers Baseball - 7:05pm, versus the Alexandria Beetles. The Lumberyard, 800 Copeland Park Drive, La Crosse. 608-796-9553, www.lacrosseloggers.com 

Jul 31 La Crosse Loggers Baseball - 7:05pm, versus the St. Cloud Rox. The Lumberyard, 800 Copeland Park Drive, La Crosse. 608-796-9553, www.lacrosseloggers.com
 

AUGUST 2013

Aug 1 La Crosse Loggers Baseball - 7:05pm, versus the St. Cloud Rox. The Lumberyard, 800 Copeland Park Drive, La Crosse. 608-796-9553, www.lacrosseloggers.com

Aug 3 Root River Rendezvous - 9am - 3pm. Dip your paddle in on e of the most scenic rivers in Southeastern Minnesota! The Root River will provide paddlers with a handful of rapids to create some excitement along with slow moving waters to take in the views. An experienced instructor will be your guide as you travel 8,5 miles downriver. The program includes a short introduction to paddle strokes and safety on the water. All equipment provided including a lunch along the river. *Participants need to carpool 4 miles to the put in location on Country Road 21. Pre-registration required, cost: $45/adult. Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center, 28097 Goodview Drive, Lanesboro, MN, 55949. 507-467-2437, www.eagle-bluff.org 

Aug 3 Summer High Ropes Course Challenge - Tuesdays and Saturdays in June, July & August. Tuesdays: 1pm, Saturdays at 10am and 2pm. Meet the challenge on the ropes course this summer! This confidence-building experience promotes personal growth and strengthens group bonds as participants traverse 30 feet in the air through a series of towers connected by various cable, rope, and log events. Experiencing success on the course is a powerful experience with a lasting effect. Walk-ins will be accepted if space allows. Youth under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required. Cost: $20 for 10-17 years of age; $25 for 18 years or older. Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center,
28097 Goodview Drive, Lanesboro, MN, 55949. 507-467-2437, www.eagle-bluff.org 

Aug 4 La Crosse Loggers Baseball - 5:05pm, versus the Lakeshore Chinooks. The Lumberyard, 800 Copeland Park Drive, La Crosse. 608-796-9553, www.lacrosseloggers.com 

Aug 5 La Crosse Loggers Baseball - 7:05pm, versus the Lakeshore Chinooks. The Lumberyard, 800 Copeland Park Drive, La Crosse. 608-796-9553, www.lacrosseloggers.com

Aug 5 Summer High Ropes Course Challenge - Tuesdays and Saturdays in June, July & August. Tuesdays: 1pm, Saturdays at 10am and 2pm. Meet the challenge on the ropes course this summer! This confidence-building experience promotes personal growth and strengthens group bonds as participants traverse 30 feet in the air through a series of towers connected by various cable, rope, and log events. Experiencing success on the course is a powerful experience with a lasting effect. Walk-ins will be accepted if space allows. Youth under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required. Cost: $20 for 10-17 years of age; $25 for 18 years or older. Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center,
28097 Goodview Drive, Lanesboro, MN, 55949. 507-467-2437, www.eagle-bluff.org

Aug 9-11 Irishfest- Southside Oktoberfest grounds. www.irishfestlax.org  Entertainers and Irish dance shows, a Wee Folks area, tea garden, cultural tent, market, and food vendors.

Aug 10 La Crosse Loggers Baseball - 6:05pm, versus the Wisconsin Woodchucks. The Lumberyard, 800 Copeland Park Drive, La Crosse. 608-796-9553, www.lacrosseloggers.com

Aug 10 Three Rivers Roleo Log Rolling Tournament - Great River Landing in Onalaska. Amateurs, Adult Novice and Elite log rollers will enjoy a day of fun which consists of a double-elimination tournament (Round Robin if 4 or less people in the Bracket) on carpeted logs. Spectators are welcome and events are free. www.lacrosselogrolling.com

Aug 10 Summer High Ropes Course Challenge - Tuesdays and Saturdays in June, July & August. Tuesdays: 1pm, Saturdays at 10am and 2pm. Meet the challenge on the ropes course this summer! This confidence-building experience promotes personal growth and strengthens group bonds as participants traverse 30 feet in the air through a series of towers connected by various cable, rope, and log events. Experiencing success on the course is a powerful experience with a lasting effect. Walk-ins will be accepted if space allows. Youth under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required. Cost: $20 for 10-17 years of age; $25 for 18 years or older. Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center,
28097 Goodview Drive, Lanesboro, MN, 55949. 507-467-2437, www.eagle-bluff.org

Aug 11 La Crosse Loggers Baseball - 5:05pm, versus the Wisconsin Woodchucks. The Lumberyard, 800 Copeland Park Drive, La Crosse. 608-796-9553, www.lacrosseloggers.com 

Aug 13 Summer High Ropes Course Challenge - Tuesdays and Saturdays in June, July & August. Tuesdays: 1pm, Saturdays at 10am and 2pm. Meet the challenge on the ropes course this summer! This confidence-building experience promotes personal growth and strengthens group bonds as participants traverse 30 feet in the air through a series of towers connected by various cable, rope, and log events. Experiencing success on the course is a powerful experience with a lasting effect. Walk-ins will be accepted if space allows. Youth under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required. Cost: $20 for 10-17 years of age; $25 for 18 years or older. Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center,
28097 Goodview Drive, Lanesboro, MN, 55949. 507-467-2437, www.eagle-bluff.org

Aug 15-18 Juvenile Diabetes Bike Ride - La Crosse Center, 300 Harborview Plaza. 608-789-7400 www.lacrossecenter.com

Aug 16-18 Kornfest- Holmen 608-526-4444 www.holmenwi.com  Fireworks on Friday, parade on Saturday, fresh corn on the cob, music, carnival, tractor
pulls, water fights, car show and swap meet.

Aug 17 Summer High Ropes Course Challenge - Tuesdays and Saturdays in June, July & August. Tuesdays: 1pm, Saturdays at 10am and 2pm. Meet the challenge on the ropes course this summer! This confidence-building experience promotes personal growth and strengthens group bonds as participants traverse 30 feet in the air through a series of towers connected by various cable, rope, and log events. Experiencing success on the course is a powerful experience with a lasting effect. Walk-ins will be accepted if space allows. Youth under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required. Cost: $20 for 10-17 years of age; $25 for 18 years or older. Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center,
28097 Goodview Drive, Lanesboro, MN, 55949. 507-467-2437, www.eagle-bluff.org 

Aug 20 Summer High Ropes Course Challenge - Tuesdays and Saturdays in June, July & August. Tuesdays: 1pm, Saturdays at 10am and 2pm. Meet the challenge on the ropes course this summer! This confidence-building experience promotes personal growth and strengthens group bonds as participants traverse 30 feet in the air through a series of towers connected by various cable, rope, and log events. Experiencing success on the course is a powerful experience with a lasting effect. Walk-ins will be accepted if space allows. Youth under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required. Cost: $20 for 10-17 years of age; $25 for 18 years or older. Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center,
28097 Goodview Drive, Lanesboro, MN, 55949. 507-467-2437, www.eagle-bluff.org 

Aug 24-26 Great River Folk Fest-Traditional and contemporary folk music, crafts, children’s activities and dance. Phone 608-784-3033 www.greatriverfolkfest.org

Aug 24 Uff da Open Golf Tournament - Norskedalen Nature and Heritage Center, N455 O Ophus Road, Coon Valley. 608-452-3424, www.norskedalen.org

Aug 24 Summer High Ropes Course Challenge - Tuesdays and Saturdays in June, July & August. Tuesdays: 1pm, Saturdays at 10am and 2pm. Meet the challenge on the ropes course this summer! This confidence-building experience promotes personal growth and strengthens group bonds as participants traverse 30 feet in the air through a series of towers connected by various cable, rope, and log events. Experiencing success on the course is a powerful experience with a lasting effect. Walk-ins will be accepted if space allows. Youth under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required. Cost: $20 for 10-17 years of age; $25 for 18 years or older. Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center,
28097 Goodview Drive, Lanesboro, MN, 55949. 507-467-2437, www.eagle-bluff.org

Aug 24 Pride Fest - 12:00pm - 11:00pm. Southside Oktoberfest Grounds. 608-784-0452 www.lacrossepride.us

Aug 27 Summer High Ropes Course Challenge - Tuesdays and Saturdays in June, July & August. Tuesdays: 1pm, Saturdays at 10am and 2pm. Meet the challenge on the ropes course this summer! participants traverse 30 feet in the air through a series of towers connected by various cable, rope, and log events. Experiencing success on the course is a powerful experience with a lasting effect. Walk-ins will be accepted if space allows. Youth under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required. Cost: $20 for 10-17 years of age; $25 for 18 years or older. Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center,
28097 Goodview Drive, Lanesboro, MN, 55949. 507-467-2437, www.eagle-bluff.org 

Aug 30-Sep 2 Labor Day Weekend Bicycle Festival - Celebrate bicycling in the Driftless Region of Wisconsin. Daily road and mountain bike rides.
800-658-9424 www.bicyclelacrosse.com 

Aug 31 Summer High Ropes Course Challenge - Tuesdays and Saturdays in June, July & August. Tuesdays: 1pm, Saturdays at 10am and 2pm. Meet the challenge on the ropes course this summer! This confidence-building experience promotes personal growth and strengthens group bonds as participants traverse 30 feet in the air through a series of towers connected by various cable, rope, and log events. Experiencing success on the course is a powerful experience with a lasting effect. Walk-ins will be accepted if space allows. Youth under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration required. Cost: $20 for 10-17 years of age; $25 for 18 years or older. Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center,
28097 Goodview Drive, Lanesboro, MN, 55949. 507-467-2437, www.eagle-bluff.org 
 

SEPTEMBER 2013

Sept 6 Norskedalen’s “Twilight Tour” - 3 miles north of Coon Valley on Hwy PI. 608-452-3424 Reservations Required. www.norskedalen.org 
Historical characters came to life as visitors follow a lantern carrying guide

Sep 6-7 La Crosse Storytelling Festival – at Myrick Park, Storytelling, workshops, folk music, food, local artists’ work and nationally recognized
storytellers. www.lacrossestoryfest.com  608-797-2807

Sep 6-8 Elvis Explosion- at the La Crosse Center. 608-785-7464
www.eenonline.com

Sep 7 Steppin’ Out in Pink - 9am-1pm. Gundersen Lutheran, 1900 South Avenue, La Crosse. Walk for local breast cancer research. 5 miles walk and family fun event. *shopping *raffles *door prizes *entertainment www.gundluth.org/steppinout 

Sep 8 Eve of Destruction - 7:00pm La Crosse Speedway. Green Mamba Jet Car, Trailer Race, Monster Trucks, Hornets, Action, Excitement and Novelty
Event! La Crosse Speedway, Hwy 16 & Cty M, West Salem, WI 54669. 608-786-1525 www.lacrossespeedway.com 


Sep 14 Discover the Silent City Cemetery Tour - Costumed guides lead tours while re-enactors present stories taken from historical
records. Oak Grove Cemetery, 1407 La Crosse Street. Tours start every 15 minutes. Last tour at 3pm. Rain or shine. www.lchsweb.org

Sep 15 Tri-Quest Run, Bike and Golf - Challenge yourself! The event starts with a run, then bike, and finishes with golf. More information can be found at www.tri-quest.org 

Sep 19-21 Trempealeau Hotel’s Tremptoberfest - Featuring a mixture of oompah and alternative bands, traditional German food, an outdoor beer garden
and fun for all. Trempealeau Hotel, 150 Main Street, Trempealeau, WI, 54661. www.trempealeauhotel.com  608-534-6898

Sep 19-22 Applefest – La Crescent, MN. 507-895-2800 www.applefestusa.com  Orchard tours, live music, carnival, food, arts, crafts, flea market, and a Sunday
parade

Sep 21 The Wedding Event - This is the 1st Annual Wedding Event Expo for the Onalaska Omni Center! Featuring vendors of all different wedding categories, photographers, dress shops, menswear, jewelry, cake, caterers, Fashion Show and so much more! Onalaska Omni Center, 255 Riders Club Rd, 608-781-9566, http://omnicenter.net

Sep 21 Norskedalen’s Threshing Bee - 608-452-3424 www.norskedalen.org  10am-5pm Threshing Bee in an authentic pioneer setting complete with a wide variety of demonstrations of farm and home skills. Children’s activities, horse drawn wagon rides and other animals on the farm, and don’t forget to make reservations for the mouth-watering, rib-sticking threshing dinner. 3 miles north of Coon Valley on Hwy PI

Sep 27 Oktoberfest Festmaster’s Ball - La Crosse Center, 300 Harborview Plaza, 608-789-7400, www.lacrossecenter.com

Sep 27-Oct 5 Oktoberfest - 608-784-3378 www.oktoberfestusa.com  Celebrating 52 years of the best family activities, including the Maple Leaf Parade. Carnival rides, ethnic foods, authentic German entertainment, national entertainers as well as local and regional country, pop, blues and rock groups and children’s acts.

Sep 27-29 Cranberry Festival - As the largest cranberry festival in the world, Warrens Cranberry Festival has been ranked among the top 100 events in the nation. Visitors can enjoy over 1250 booths of arts and crafts, antique and flea markets, in addition to a farmers market. Come join the fun! Warrens, WI. 608-387-4200 www.cranfest.com 


OCTOBER 2013

Oct 3-6 Oktoberfest Race Weekend - Featuring over 16 different divisions of racing action & excitement. La Crosse Fairgrounds Speedway,
Hwy 16 & Cty M, West Salem. 608-786-1525 www.lacrossespeedway.com 

Oct 2 Oktoberfest Heritage Night - La Crosse Center, 300 Harborview Plaza, 608-789-7400, www.lacrossecenter.com

Oct 5 Harvest Day Open House - Wisconsin Cranberry Discovery Center, 204 Main Street, Warrens, WI, 54666. 608-378-4878, www.discovercranberries.com

Oct 5 Big Muddy Run 5K - Benefit for the Children’s Museum. 608-784-2652 Run takes place at Myrick Park, La Crosse. www.bigmuddyrun.org

Oct 12 Downtown Mainstreet Historic Downtown Day – 608-784-0440 www.lacrossedowntown.com  Premier family event showcasing downtown.

Oct 12 Fall Gift and Craft Show - Onalaska Omni Center, 255 Riders Club Rd. 608-781-9566, http://omnicenter.net

Oct 12 Fall Scholarship Fundraiser & Banquet - Fantastic food, great company, and knowing your money is allowing children to visit Eagle Bluff - what more could you wish for in an evening? All proceeds from this event go to Eagle Bluff’s scholarship fund. Pre-registration required. Cost: $40/person. Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center, 28097 Goodview Drive, Lanesboro, MN, 55949. 507-467-2437, www.eagle-bluff.org

Oct 15 Reinhart Food Show - La Crosse Center, 300 Harborview Plaza. 608-789-7400, www.lacrossecenter.com

Oct 12-13 Norskedalen’s Civil War Heritage Weekend - 608-452-3424 www.norskedalen.org  10am-5pm Experience life during the Civil War as
Company B 2nd WI Civil War Re-Enactors and other units bring history alive. Stroll the grounds and see the daily life of the soldiers and the
families. At 1pm watch the battle unfold. 3 miles north of Coon Valley on Hwy PI

Oct 24-26 Norskedalen Ghoulees in the Coulees - 608-452-3424 www.norskedalen.org  Reservations REQUIRED. Call after Labor Day. Unforgettable haunted hike through the woods. Norskedalen Nature & Heritage Center, N455 O Ophus Road, Coon Valley, WI 54623.

Oct 25 Haunted High Ropes Course - 6pm- 10pm. For ages 6 & older. Join us the Friday before Halloween for a SPOOKTACULAR High Ropes experience at Eagle Bluff! Participants will traverse through the course encountering dressed goblins, skeletons, and vampires! These characters will ensure a safe, fun, and candy filled adventure for all! Costumes are encouraged. Kids aged 6-10 must have an adult accompany them on the course. Pre- registration required. Cost: $20/person. Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center, 28097 Goodview Drive, Lanesboro, MN, 55949.
507-467-2437, www.eagle-bluff.org

Oct 25-26 BOO-Seum Halloween Party - 5:30-7:30pm for ages 2-9. Collect treats, stickers, and small prizes at each station of games, crafts, stories and more. $5/Member, $10/Non-Member. Children’s Museum, 207 5th Ave S, La Crosse, WI. 608-784-2652, www.funmuseum.org 

Oct 26 Norskedalen’s Pumpkin Walk - Enjoy a no-scare walk through the woods viewing the 400 jack-o-lanterns carved and lit by Norskedalen volunteers! This evening is especially nice for young families, scaredy cats and those that don’t need the heart-pounding thrill of goblins. Norskedalen Nature & Heritage Center, N455 O Ophus Road, Coon Valley, WI 54623. 608-452-3424 www.norskedalen.org

Oct 26 Trick or Treating - Historic Downtown District, 11am-4pm. 608-784-0440 www.lacrossedowntown.com 
 

NOVEMBER 2013

Nov 1-2 Championship Bull Riding & Bull Fighting Extravaganza - La Crosse Center, 300 Harborview Plaza. 608-789-7400 www.lacrossecenter.com 

Nov 8 Holiday Open House - 5pm-9pm. Visit the Historic Downtown District and over 20 businesses for in-store specials and refreshments!
608-784-0440 www.lacrossedowntown.com

Nov 21 La Crosse Community Thanksgiving Dinner - La Crosse Center, 300 Harborview Plaza. 608-789-7400 www.lacrossethanksgivingdinner.com

Nov 21-24 Holiday Fair & Craft Show - La Crosse Center 608-789-7400 www.lacrossecenter.com  Thu:Noon-9 Fri:Noon-9 Sat:9-6 Sun:11-3

Nov 22-Dec 31 Rotary Holiday Lights-More than TWO MILLION lights illuminate La Crosse’s Riverside Park from 5-10 daily.
Among the splendor is a 140-foot Christmas tree, and animated light displays fill the park. Live nativity presentation on weekends until Christmas. Santa is here until Christmas Eve. 800-658-9424 www.rotarylights.org
 

DECEMBER 2013

Dec 1-31 Rotary Holiday Lights Continue! www.rotarylights.org 

Dec 7 Wisconsin Cranberry Discovery Center Holiday Open House - Wisconsin Cranberry Discovery Center, 204 Main Street, Warrens, WI, 54666. 608-378-4878, www.discovercranberries.com 

Dec 7-8 Norskedalen’s Old Fashioned Christmas - 608-452-3424 www.norskedalen.org  10am-4pm. Timeless sounds, smells and traditions of old.
Activities and delicious holiday treats throughout the beautifully decorated buildings and grounds. 3 miles north of Coon Valley on Hwy PI.

Dec 15 UW-L Graduation

Dec 21 Winter Solstice Snowshoe - 5pm- 10pm. Embrace the shortest day of the year by traveling along the glistening snow on a pair of snowshoes. An illuminated trail will guide your way through the woods of Eagle Bluff. Stop to stargaze or relax at an outdoor fire; the evening is yours. Check in at the Discovery Center. Fee includes snowshoe rental. *A winter hike will take place in the event of no snow. Cost: $8/person. Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center, 28097 Goodview Drive, Lanesboro, MN, 55949. 507-467-2437, www.eagle-bluff.org 

Dec 27 Winter Break Rock Climbing - 10am - 3pm. For ages 6 & Older. Break away from the holiday bustle and come rock climbing! Eagle Bluff’s indoor rock wall has 8 routes reaching 30 feet high. Try our double overhang, scamper up the chimney, or attempt to climb the crack. Harnesses and helmets provided. Adults attending may be trained to belay. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Cost: $10/climber. Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center, 28097 Goodview Drive, Lanesboro, MN, 55949. 507-467-2437, www.eagle-bluff.org 

Dec 31 Skyrockers New Year’s Eve Fireworks Display - From atop Grandad Bluff since 1929, this is the longest running community sponsored fireworks display in the U.S. Show times are 6pm and Midnight. www.skyrockers.org