SEPTEMBER-NOVEMBER 2013• FREE

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LA CROSSE AREA
SEPTEMBER-NOVEMBER 2013• FREE
For these and other events, see inside for details.
LA CRESCENT APPLEFEST page 20-21
TINY TIM GALA BENEFIT AND THE JINGLE BELL BRUNCH page 36
D I N I N G , S H O P P I N G & E N T E R TA I N M E N T
La Crosse
the Mississippi!
Fully-guided riverboat cruises through
the Mississippi’s wild and scenic
backwaters. Get within feet of beautiful
backwater riverbanks, bald eagles, bald
eagle nests, beaver lodges, turtle logs,
muskrat huts, great blue herons,
blooming lotus & water lilies, and more!
2-hr Wildlife Cruises
Wednesday & Saturday departing at 10:30 am
2-hr Sunset Wildlife Cruises
(May - July) Friday at 7 pm
(August - Sept 14) Friday at 6 pm
(Sept 15 - October) Friday at 5 pm
*cruises depart from Riverside Park’s south side
Buy Tickets Online at:
MississippiExplorer.com
Visit us Online for more great cruises!
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SEPTEMBER-NOVEMBER 2013 • CONTENTS
View our entire current issue at any time at www.lacrossevisitor.com.
FEATURES
MAPS
Current Events..........................................................14-15
2013 Coming Events...............................................54-55
Tours and Attractions.............................................38-39
Where To Dine..........................................................40-42
Where To Shop.........................................................44-45
Where To Stay................................................................. 43
Area Map.....................................................................32-33
Downtown & Parking......................................................7
La Crescent, MN Map................................................... 50
Onalaska, WI Map.......................................................... 59
COVER
Applefest, Tiny Tim Gala Benefit
See cover and page 20-21, & 36 for more information.
DIRECTORY
Antiques
Antique Center of La Crosse........................................6
Caledonia Street Antique Mall, LLP.........................22
Generations of Harmony.............................................47
I Love Antiques...............................................................47
Churches
Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe............................19
Cocktail Lounges/Sports Pubs/Liquors
Branches Winery............................................................52
Pearl Street Brewery.....................................................22
UnWine’d..........................................................................60
Wine Guyz...........................................................................6
Coffee Houses
Grounded Specialty Coffee........................................11
The Pearl Coffee Shop....................................................9
McCaffery’s Coffee.........................................................27
Consignment Shops
The Second Showing......................................................9
Galleries and Studios
Minnesota Marine Art Museum................................49
Nordeen Design Gallery..............................................27
Satori Arts...........................................................................9
State Street Gallery........................................................27
Lodging/Bed & Breakfast
Affordable Inn.................................................................43
Best Western Riverfront Hotel...................................29
Courtyard by Marriott..................................................17
Days Inn.............................................................................17
Holiday Inn.........................................................................9
Old Towne Motel...........................................................43
Prairie Inn & Suites........................................................58
Stoney Creek Inn............................................................61
Welch Motel.....................................................................43
Restaurants—Family
King Street Kitchen.......................................................41
Lindy’s Subs & Salads...................................................42
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McCaffery’s Coffee.........................................................27
Pickerman’s Soup & Sandwiches.............................11
Rudy’s Drive In................................................................12
The Pearl Ice Cream Parlor...........................................9
Restaurants—Cocktails
Buster’s Bar & Grill...........................................................9
Edwardo’s.........................................................................62
Fayze’s..................................................................................6
Freight House Restaurant...........................................10
Hungry Peddler..............................................................40
Quarter/quarter..............................................................46
Piggy’s Restaurant...........................................................9
River Jack’s Restaurant & Lounge............................29
The Village Square of Harmony................................47
The Waterfront Restaurant...........................................6
UnWine’d..........................................................................60
Wine Guyz...........................................................................6
Shopping Centers
Downtown...................................................................6-12
French Island............................................................ 30-31
Old Towne North...........................................................22
State Street................................................................ 26-27
Village Shopping Center.............................................16
Specialty/Gift Shops
Antique Center of La Crosse........................................6
Apple Valley Gifts...........................................................51
Caledonia Street Antique Mall..................................22
Cheddarheads Gifts........................................................9
Craft Barn..........................................................................53
Degen Berglund Pharmacy........................................16
Down A Country Road.................................................34
Dregne’s Scandinavian Gifts......................................56
Finnottes Nut & Chocolate Shop.............................11
Funky Junk N’ More......................................................23
Generations of Harmony.............................................47
GreatBigOutlet.com......................................................16
Horse & Hound...............................................................31
CONTENTS/DIRECTORY (CONTINUED)
I Love Antiques...............................................................47
International Furniture................................................30
La Crosse Clock Company............................................9
La Crosse Olive Oil Company....................................29
La Crescent Flea Market..............................................51
LARK......................................................................................6
Nordeen Design Gallery..............................................27
Old Country Cheese......................................................57
Olive Juice Quilts............................................................60
Painted Porch....................................................................8
Pearl Street West..............................................................9
Pleasoning Seasonings................................................42
Phoneco............................................................................53
River Road Quilt Shop at Nelson Flag....................23
River Trail Cycles............................................................58
R & J Wood Goods.........................................................47
Satori Arts Gallery............................................................9
Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Gift Shop...........................................................................19
State Street Gallery........................................................27
TJ’s La Crosse Shoppe....................................................9
The Company Store......................................................30
The Second Showing......................................................9
Treehouse Gift & Home...............................................61
UnWine’d..........................................................................60
Westby Creamery..........................................................57
Tours, Recreation and Events
Amish Tours of Harmony............................................46
Apple Fest.................................................... Cover, 20-21
Area Farmer’s Markets.................................................12
Bird Watching & Hiking Trails....................................28
Caledonia Area Convention and
Tourism Bureau..............................................................35
Children’s Museum of La Crosse..............................11
Elvis Explosion.................................................................18
Ghoulees in the Coulees.............................................63
Hidden Trails Corn Maze.............................................63
Historic Downtown Day....................................... 24-25
Holiday Fair........................................................................3
La Crescent Chamber of Commerce.......................51
La Crosse Area Convention &
Visitors Bureau..................................................................6
La Crosse Queen Cruises........................... Back Cover
La Crosse Speedway.....................................................53
Minnesota Marine Art Museum................................49
Mississippi Explorer Cruises.........................................2
Niagara Cave....................................................................46
Norskadalen.....................................................................52
Oktoberfest USA.............................................................37
Pearl Street Brewery.....................................................22
Pleasoning Seasonings................................................36
Psychic Readings by Gina...........................................12
Root River BikeTrail.......................................................48
Shrine of Our Lady of Quadalupe............................19
Tiny Tim Gala Benifit.......................................Cover, 36
Warrens Cranberry Festival........................................13
WI Cranberry Discovery Center................................13
Wine Tasting
Branches Winery............................................................52
UnWine’d..........................................................................60
Wine Guyz...........................................................................6
Towns & Cities
Caledonia, MN.................................................................35
Cashton, WI......................................................................34
Coon Valley, WI...............................................................52
Harmony, MN........................................................... 46-47
Holmen, WI.......................................................................58
Galesville...........................................................................53
La Crosse, WI................................................................1-29
La Crescent, MN....................................................... 50-51
Onalaska, WI............................................................. 59-61
Root River, MN................................................................48
Westby, WI................................................................. 56-57
West Salem, WI...............................................................53
Winona, MN.....................................................................49
Volume 33 Number 4 • September-November 2013
La Crosse Visitor Publishing
P.O. Box 97, La Crosse, WI 54602
LA CROSSE AREA
Phone 608-784-3999
La Crosse Convention and Visitor’s Bureau 1-800-658-9424 or 608-782-2366
Publisher.......................................................... Doug Solinger
Associate Publisher/Sales......................... Patty Bakalars
Design Director...............Gathering Waters Design, Inc.
Web Site....................................... Mary Schill/Forte Design
[email protected]
Distribution: The La Crosse Area Visitor is distributed free to over 200 locations monthly.
To be considered to have the Visitor delivered to your business, call or write to the above address.
Copyright 2013 by La Crosse Visitor Publishing, P.O. Box 97, La Crosse, WI 54602.
La Crosse Visitor & Guide are registered Trademarks. We reserve the right to refuse any advertising which we deem
unsuitable for our publication. All rights reserved. No part of this magazine may be reproduced or reprinted without
written consent of the publisher. Neither the advertiser nor the La Crosse Area Visitor will be responsible or liable
for misinformation, misprints, typographical errors, etc., Contained herein.
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3 Floors of
Quality Antiques
Buy • Sell
110 So. 3rd Street • 782-6533
One block from the La Crosse Center
Daily 9 am-5:30 pm; Sunday 11 am-5:30 pm
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17. . . Antique Center
3 . . . . King Street Kitchen
22. . . Pump House
12. . . Children’s Museum
1 . . . . La Crosse Queen
(Seasonal)
19. . . Satori Arts Gallery
19. . . Cheddarheads Gifts &
TJ’s La Crosse Shoppe
6 . . . . Stamp ‘n Hand
14. . . LARK
11. . . Holiday Inn/Buster’s Bar & Grill
31. . . Lindy’s Subs
13. . . Fayze’s
29. . . Mississippi Explorer
Cruises (Seasonal)
9 . . . . Finnottes Nut &
Chocolate Shop
19. . . The Pearl Coffee Shop/
Ice Cream Parlor
20. . . The Waterfront Restaurant
28. . . Wine Guyz
4 . . . . Painted Porch
2 . . . . Freight House Restaurant
19. . . Pearl Street West
16. . . Grounded Specialty Coffees
5 . . . . Hixon House
7 . . . . Pickerman’s Soup
& Sandwiches
32. . . Honigs
25. . . Psychic Readings by Gina
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La Crosse
A
visit to Downtown would not
be complete without a visit to
historic Pearl Street stores,
restaurants and bars. Stamp ‘n Hand on
the corner of Pearl and 4th has a huge
selection of stamps, stencils, gifts and
home decorating ideas.
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Between 3rd and 2nd you’ll find Pearl
Street West, a group of specialty shops.
Stop in and enjoy homemade ice cream,
voted locally as La Crosse’s best, and delicious homemade chocolates at The Pearl,
an authentic 1930s Ice Cream Parlor
and Con
fectionery. On the corner of
Pearl and 2nd is Satori Arts Gallery where
you will find many pieces of art, ancient
Chinese artifacts and on-site handcrafted
jewelry. Up the block you’ll find Buzzard
Billy’s, with plenty of room to relax and
watch your favorite activity. Bring the
whole family to enjoy their nice variety
of Cajun fare.
Pearl Street shopping and dining is
conveniently located just across from the
La Crosse Center and a short walk from
Riverside park. u
While La Crosse Clock still
carries the largest selection of
grandfather clocks, chiming
clocks, mantel clocks, beautiful
wall clocks of all sizes and shapes, and gift
clocks, we’ve added home decor, candles,
furniture, and much, much more. Come in
and let our interior designer, Brenda Schaefer,
give your home the timeless elegance you’ve
always dreamed of. Our clock repair man,
Greg Townsend, is the best in the area and has
been repairing clocks here for over 30 years.
125 S. 2nd St. La Crosse
782-8200 • www.lacrosse-clock.com
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La Crosse
Hours M,Tu,W,F 10-5; Thurs 10-6; Sat 10-3
Specializing in Juniors, Misses &
Women’s Apparel. Some casual men’s too!
1400 West Ave. S. • 785-1220
www.thesecondshowing.com
KNOWN FOR THE UNUSUAL
Ancient Chinese Artifacts
Custom Wedding Rings • Mississippi River
Pearls • Unique Handcrafted Jewelry
Sculpture • Graphics
201 Pearl St., La Crosse, WI 54601
608-785-2779 • www.satori-arts-gallery.com
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La Crosse
W
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largest
Commercial
Historic Districts in
Wisconsin—listed on the National and
State Historic Registers. This site is a
nationally-recognized Great American
Main Street Award Recipient. If you enjoy
specialty shops, quality clothing, crafts,
galleries and good places to eat, downtown La Crosse is where you need to be!
Antique lovers should visit the Antique
Center on 3rd Street with three floors to
browse. It’s one of the largest antique
stores in our area!
Main Street is in the heart of downtown
La Crosse. Immerse yourself in history
while shopping for consignment goods of
all kinds at Treasures on Main.
Just north of City Hall, 4th Street turns
into Copeland Avenue where you will
find a variety of shops and services. Take
a break during your day of shopping to
be inspired at Psychic Readings by Gina,
located there on Copeland.
Take the family to visit the Children’s
Museum, the Swarthout Museum in the
public library, and during the summer, the
Riverside Museum in Riverside Park.
Downtown La Crosse has an excellent
selection of eating establishments. At 4th
Street & Pearl is Fayze’s, a local favorite serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Take home some of their fresh bakery
goods. Pickerman’s on Jay offers delicious
sandwiches on freshly baked bread, gourmet soups, and salads. At the Holiday
Inn, Buster’s Bar & Grill is a great gathering place. An impressive beer and wine
selection add to the experience. On Main
Street, Grounded Specialty Coffee has
superb sandwiches, wraps and salads in
addition to great beverages. For a family
restaurant, try the King Street Kitchen,
known for its friendly service and hearty
entrees. Lindy’s Subs and Salads, on Main,
has tasty subs and accompany that with
their fresh salads.
Above the People’s Food Co-op, on
Fifth, try Hackberry’s Bistro for lunch or
dinner and pick up the best fresh produce
on your way out.
Treat yourself to Piggy’s, an award winning restaurant on Front Street that specializes in hickory-smoked entrees. You’ll
have your choice of casual or fine dining.
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Just next door from Piggy’s you’ll find
La Crosse’s original wine bar, Wine Guyz
offering 36 wines by the glass. Their Back
Alley Deli is open for lunch at 11a.m. Mon.Sat with paninis, soup, appetizers, pizzas,
and cheese plates. Shop while you sip!
Hundreds of labels and great gifts. They
are located on King Street.
The Freight House is La Crosse’s premier steak and seafood restaurant and is a
national historic site. Enjoy their weekend
entertainment.
Along the north end of Riverside Park
you’ll find great food and spectacular service for lunch and dinner at The Waterfront
Restaurant and Tavern. What a view!
Stroll down to Riverside Park to see
“The Mighty Mississippi” and several interesting sculptures there. It’s the site for
Riverfest, the Sand Sculpting Festival, the
riverboats, summer concerts and during
the winter, the popular Rotary Lights display.
Take advantage of all of the scenery and
excitement that you will find in downtown
La Crosse! u
Freight House Restaurant
LA CROSSE’S PREMIER
STEAK & SEAFOOD RESTAURANT
National Historic Site
Fresh Fish
Extensive Wine List
A Must Visit!
107 Vine Street - Downtown La Crosse
Open Nightly-784-6211
www.freighthouserestaurant.com
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Children’s Museum
207 5th Ave. S., La Crosse
(608) 784-2652  funmuseum.org
Hours: Tues-Sat, 10 am-5 pm; Sun 12-5 pm
50¢ off regular admission
for up to 6 people with this coupon
FINNOTTES
Nut & Chocolate Shop
Sept-Oct
Caramel Apples Nuts GIFTS Chocolates
Hours: M,T,W,F 9am-5:30pm
TH 9am-7pm, Sat 9am-4pm
417 Main St. La Crosse, WI 608-782-3184
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La Crosse
Coulee Region
Farmers’ Markets
WED: La Crosse, Bridgeview Plaza, 8am-1pm
Holmen Square, 3-7pm
West Salem, corner of Jefferson & Mills, 3-6:30pm
FRI: La Crosse, Cameron Park, 4-8pm
SAT: La Crosse, lot 3rd & State, 6am
Galesville, WI 8am-noon
Sun: Onalaska, Crossing Meadows, 8am-1pm
Rudy’s
Drive-In
Drive In, Dine In or
Take Out
FOR CARRY-OUTS CALL
608-782-2200
10th & La Crosse St., La Crosse
608-269-2011
100 W. Wisconsin St., Sparta
• Authentic 50’s Drive in
• Roller Skating Carhops
• Homemade Root Beer
Brewed Fresh Daily
• Pizza Burgers
• Buffalo Burgers
alnut Burgers
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• Cheese Curds
• Chili dogs
• Flavor Burst Ice Cream
8 flavors, 92 Combinations
www.rudysdrivein.com
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current events • Sept–Nov 2013
ONGOING EVENTS
Art workshops, wide variety of media, Pump House, La Crosse............................................................. thepumphouse.org
Hands-on exhibits and activities, special programs & more, Children’s Museum, La Crosse................................................................608-784-2652
Piano or musical entertainment, The Waterfront Restaurant & Tavern, La Crosse............................................................608-782-5400
Live entertainment, folk or variety, Freight House Restaurant, La Crosse, weekends......................................................608-784-6211
Live Blues & Jazz, Smokin’ Blues Lounge in Piggy’s Restaurant, La Crosse, weekends....................................................608-784-4877
Live, local music on the Happy Hour Stage, Pearl Street Brewery La Crosse, www.pearlstreet brewery.com........608-784-4832
2nd Wed. every month: Song Writer Night, Train Station BBQ, La Crosse............................................................................608-781-0005
SEPTEMBER EVENTS 2013
Sept. 2-Oct. 31.............Hidden Trails Corn Maze , West Salem, WI.........................................................twistedcornmaze.com
September 5-7.............Heart of La Crosse Kabat Season, The Pump House, La Crosse.................................. 608-785-1434
September 6-8.............Play: Noises Off, The La Crosse Community Theatre, La Crosse................................. 608-784-9292
September 6-8.............Elvis Explosion, La Crosse Center, La Crosse....................................................................... 608-789-7400
Septmeber 6.................Norskadalen Twilight Tour, Coon Valley, WI....................................................................... 608-452-3424
September 7.................Storytelling Festival, Myrick Park, La Crosse....................................................................... 608-797-2807
September 7.................Eve of Destruction, La Crosse Fairgrounds Speedway, West Salem, WI��608-786-1525
September 7.................Steppin Out in Pink, La Crosse.................................................................................................. 608-775-6600
September 12..............Reinhart Institute Lecture : Paul Loeb, Viterbo Fine Arts Center, La Crosse.......... 608-796-3100
September 12-15.......Play : Noises Off, La Crosse Community Theatre, La Crosse......................................... 608-784-9292
September 12-14.......Heart of La Crosse Kadat Season, The Pump House, La Crosse.................................. 608-785-1434
Septmeber 13..............Performance “Ring Of Fire - The Life & Music of Johnny Cash,”
Viterbo Fine Arts Center, La Crosse........................................................................................ 608-796-3100
September 13..............Drag Racing, La Crosse Fairgrounds Speedway, West Salem, WI.............................. 608-786-1525
September 14..............Discover the Silent City Tour, La Crosse............................................................................... 608-782-1980
September 15..............Tri-Quest, La Crosse....................................................................................................................... 608-791-0078
September 19-22.......Applefest, La Crescent, Mn......................................................................................................... 507-895-2800
September 19-21.......Heart of La Crosse kadat Season, The Pump House, La Crosse.................................. 608-785-1434
September 19-22.......Play: Noises Off, the la Crosse Community Theatre, La Crosse................................... 608-784-9292
September 21..............Local Lupus Alliance 6 Hour Goose Bumps Walk/Run, Goose Island Park
La Crosse, WI....................................................................................................www.facebook.com/llaevents
September 21..............Chamber Music: “Czech Mates,” Viterbo Fine Arts Center, La Crosse...................... 608-796-3100
September 21..............The Wedding Event, The Omni Center, Onalaska, WI..................................................... 608-781-9566
September 21..............Threshing Bee, Norskadalen, Coon Valley, WI.................................................................... 608-452-3424
September 21..............Miss La Crosse Scholarship Program, Viterbo Fine Arts Center, La Crosse............ 608-784-3378
September 25..............Mrs La Crosse Reception, UW-L, La Crosse.......................................................................... 608-784-3378
September 27..............Festmaster Ball, La Crosse Center, La Crosse...................................................................... 608-784-3378
September 27-29.......Cranberry Festival, Warrens, WI................................................................................................ 608-378-4200
Sept. 27-Oct. 5.............Oktoberfest, La Crosse................................................................................................................608--784-3378
September 28..............Mapleleaf Parade, La Crosse...................................................................................................... 608-784-3378
September 28..............Mapleleaf Road Races, La Crosse 608-782-9622
OCTOBER EVENTS 2013
October 1-31.................Hidden Trails Corn Maze, West Salem, WI...................................................twistedcornmazerun.com
October 1-5...................Oktoberfest, La Crosse................................................................................................................. 608-784-3378
October 2........................Heritage Night, La Crosse Center, La Crosse....................................................................... 608-784-3378
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October 3........................American Queen Shore stop, Riverside Park, La Crosse................................................ 800-658-9424
October 3-6...................Oktoberfest Race Weekend, La Crosse Fairgrounds Speedway, West Salem, WI. 608-786-1525
October 5........................Harvest Day Open House, Cranberry Discovery Center, Warrens, WI...................... 608-378-4878
October 5........................Big Muddy Run, La Crosse.......................................................................................................... 608-784-2652
October 5-6...................Ted Vigil’s Rocky Mountain High, Heider Center, West Salem, WI............................ 608-786-2550
October 7........................American Queen Shore Stop, Riverside Park, La Crosse................................................ 800-658-9424
October 10.....................Queen Of The Mississippi Shore Stop, Riverside Park, La Crosse............................... 800-658-9424
October 11-13..............University Performance: “Little Women The Broadway Musical”,
Viterbo Fine Arts Center, La Crosse...................................................................................... 608-796-3100
October 12.....................Local Lupus Alliance Murder Mystery Theater, Weber Center for the
Performaing Arts, La Crosse, WI............................................................................................... 608-799-8022
October 12.....................15th Annual Fall Gift & Craft Show, Omni Center, Onalaska, WI..............................6089-781-9566
October 12.....................Historic Downtown Days, La Crosse....................................................................................... 608-784-0440
October 12.....................Street Drags, La Crosse Fairgrounds Speedway, West Salem, WI.............................. 608-786-1525
October 12-13..............Norskadalen Cival War Heritage Weekend, Coon Valley, WI....................................... 608-452-3424
October 14.....................Queen of the Mississippi Shore Stop, Riverside Park, La Crosse................................ 800-658-9424
October 15.....................Reinhart Food Show, La Crosse Center, La Crosse........................................................... 608-785-7400
October 16.....................BSS Performance: “Tango Fire”, Viterbo Fine Arts Center, La Crosse....................... 608-796-3100
October 17-20..............Play: First Lady Suite, La Crosse Community Theatre, La Crosse............................... 608-784-9292
October 17.....................American Queen Shore Stop, Riverside Park, La Crosse................................................ 800-658-9424
October 18-20..............Play: Detroit ,UW-L Theatre, La Crosse.................................................................................. 608-785-6701
October 24-27..............Play: Detroit, UW-L Theatre, La Crosse.................................................................................. 608-785-6701
October 24-27..............Play: First Lady Suite, La Crosse Community Theatre, La Crosse............................... 608-784-9292
October 24-26..............Ghoulees in the Coulees, Norskadalen, Coon Valley, WI............................................... 608-452-3424
October 26.....................Norskadalen Pumpkin Walk, Coon Valley, WI.................................................................... 608-452-3424
October 27.....................NSS Performance “Oh What A Night,” Viterbo Fine Arts Center, La Crosse.......... 608-796-3100
NOVEMBER EVENTS 2013
November 1-2..............Championship Bull Riding, La Crosse Center, La Crosse............................................... 608-789-7400
November 6..................Estonian National Symphony Orchestra, Viterbo Fine Art Center, La Crosse....... 608-796-3100
November 8..................Downtown Holiday Open House, La Crosse....................................................................... 608-784-0440
November 7-10...........Play: Boy Gets Girl, UW-L Theatre, La Crosse...................................................................... 608-785-6701
November 9..................Tiny Tim Gala, Waterfront Restaurant, La Crosse........................................................... tinytimgala.org
November 15...............VU Performance: Hypnotist Chris Jones, Viterbo Fine Arts Center, La Crosse...... 608-796-3100
November 16...............AYA Performance: “Treasure Island,” Viterbo Fine Arts Center, La Crosse............. 608-796-3100
November 16...............Music By Mavericks, Heider Center, West Salem, WI....................................................................................
November 17...............In The Moment, La Crosse Center, La Crosse..................................................................... 608-789-7400
November 17...............Chamber Music: “Picnic Tango,” Viterbo Fine Arts Center, La Crosse...................... 608-796-3100
November 19...............NSS Performance : “The Wonder Years,” Viterbo Fine Arts Center, La Crosse...... 608-796-3100
November 21-24........Holiday Fair, La Crosse Center, La Crosse............................................................................. 608-789-7400
November 28...............La Crosse Community Thanksgiving Dinner, La Crosse Center, La Crosse.........................................
November 29...............Holiday Parade, La Crosse........................................................................................................................................
Nov. 28-Jan. 1..............Rotary Holiday Lights, Riverside Park, La Crosse............................................................... 608-784-9993
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Trick-or-Treating
Costume Contest
Kids’ Coat Drive
Haunted Maze
Magic Show
Inflatables
S’mores & Games
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he Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe is nestled amid the beautiful
natural setting of a Wisconsin bluff a short distance from downtown
La Crosse. Funded entirely by private donations, it was founded by
Raymond Leo Cardinal Burke while he was Bishop of the Diocese of La Crosse.
At the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe you will find
the Pilgrim Center with a café and gift shop, as well as
the Shrine Church, Mother of Good Counsel Votive Candle
Chapel, Memorial to the Unborn, Meditation Trail and
numerous devotional areas. Call 877-799-4059 or visit
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a Crosse has the
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partnering with four
“sister cities”; Epinal, France;
Luoyang, China; Friedberg,
Germany; and Dubna, Russia.
The Riverside International
Friendship Gardens were
developed to celebrate
those relationships and educate the public about plant life that can be found in these countries. The Gardens are
located on the north side of Riverside Park in La Crosse’s Downtown area. Representative
plantings from more nations are in the works, so watch for future additions! u
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La Crescent Applefest
The La Crescent Apple Festival was founded in
September 1949 by Ralph Jones and Mel
Hickenbotham, with the purpose of promoting
La Crescent, its apple industry, and “putting La Crescent
on the map”. The initial planning session was held just two weeks prior to the fest. The
first Apple Festival was a huge success, drawing a crowd of nearly 20,000 people and was
just a sample of what was to come, as the festival has grown in size and quality every year.
Schedule
of Events
**Indicates Apple fest button is required for admission
for ages 12 and above. All events are subject to change.
Sept. 14
**Apple Cobbler Golf Scramble
Pine Creek Golf Course
$180.00 per team
Includes 18 holes, cart, & lunch
(Men, Women, Co-ed -- all ages!)
Shot-gun starts: 8:00 am & 1:30 pm
Thursday, Sept. 19, 2013
4:00 pm-12:00 amRefreshment Tent Opens
King Apple Tent - All Ages Welcome
4:00 pm
Carnival Opens
Applefest Grounds
6:00 pm
**Little Miss & Little King Pageant
King Apple Tent
6:30 pm-7:30 pm
8:00 pm-11:00 pm
**Laura Jackson
King Apple Tent
**At Large
King Apple Tent
Friday, Sept. 20, 2013
11:00 am-1:00 pmSenior Citizen Luncheon
American Legion
4:00 pm
Carnival Opens
Applefest Grounds
King Apple Tent
After 7pm ONLY 21+ allowed
4:00 pm-7:00 pm **Derek Ramnarace &
The Soapbox Project
King Apple Tent
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**Sucker Punch Sally
King Apple Tent
La Crescent Applefest
Saturday, Sept. 21, 2013
Sunday, Sept. 22, 2013
7:00 am Applefest Run to the Edge
No Button Required For Sunday Events
Scenic 5K run/walk, La Crescent Quillins
7:00 am Registration • 8:30 am Start
9:00 am-6:00 pm
Flea Market
S. 4th & Oak, La Crescent Elementary School
9:00 am–5:00 pmArts & Craft Fair
10:00 am–3:00 pm
Classic Car Show
11:00 am
Carnival Opens
Applefest Grounds
11:00 am Parade start
Kiddie Parade
Theme: Apple Construction
10:15 am Registration & Judging
Line up in the Crucifixion Parking Lot
7:00 am-12:00 pm Lion’s Club Pancake
Breakfast
La Crescent High School
10:00 am-4:00 pm
Flea Market
12:00 pm-11:00 pmRefreshment Tent Opens
King Apple Tent - All Ages Welcome
12:00 pm
1:00 pm
Carnival Opens
Applefest Grounds
King Apple Parade
Parade will begin on Main St. and end on Lancer Blvd
4:00 pm
Coulee Region Cornhole Tournament
Registration 3:30pm, bags fly 4:00pm
Big Wheel Races
3:30 pm-5:30 pm Apple Annie Performance
Crucifixion Parking Lot
King Apple Tent
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm Town and Country Band
11:30 am
King Apple Tent
After 7pm ONLY 21+ allowed
King Apple Tent
12:00 pm Apple Orchard Tour
Information at www.lahs1857.org
1:00 pm
**Midwest Poker Team Tournament
1:00 pm
Coulee Region Cornhole Tournament
Registration 12:00 pm, Cards start 1:00 pm
King Apple Tent
Registration 12:30pm, bags fly 1:00pm
4:00 pm-6:00 pm
7:00 pm
**Applefest Queen Coronation
La Crescent H.S. Auditorium (Doors open at 6:30 pm)
4:00 pm-7:00 pm
8:00 pm-12:00 am
**Presidents Reception
Pre-purchased ticket required
American Legion Club
**Jacked Up
King Apple Tent
**Ship of Fools
King Apple Tent
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W
hile you are in the
area, visit La Crosse’s
Northside,
located south of Onalaska and north of
Downtown La Crosse. There are many
shopping areas including Old Towne
North where family-owned specialty
shops line Caledonia Street with that
“olde worlde” atmosphere.
For antique lovers, Caledonia Street
Antiques, LLP is a must-see shop
with 6000 feet of displays and many
dealers.
La Crosse’s Steam
Locomotive, Caboose &
Grand Crossing Tower
Copeland Park, on La Crosse’s Northside,
is home to the historic steam locomotive,
the #4000, Milwaukee Road Caboose
#0359, and the Grand Crossing Tower rail
switching tower. The locomotive, built in
1930, ran on coal and water and was one
of the largest of its type. The crossing
tower was used to prevent trains from
meeting one another. Volunteers host
“Rail Fair” each July with tours and a flea
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For a truly fun and unique La Crosse
experience, sample locally crafted beers
at The Pearl Street Brewery, just off of
Lang Drive. Their popular brews such
as Downtown Brown Ale, a gold medal
winner, can also be found at many area
establishments.
Spend the day experiencing all of
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Caledonia Street
Antique Mall, LLP
40 dealers & 6,000 sq. ft. of displays
Limited space available for dealers
Open daily
1215 Caledonia Street
La Crosse, WI 54603 • (608) 782-8443
Photo courtesy of Mary Schill
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he Great River Road follows
Wisconsin State Highway 35 from
Prescott south through Onalaska
and La Crosse to Prairie du Chien and
then follows all weather county roads to
Cassville. From Cassville, Hwy. 133 meets
US 61 at Tenneyson and carries the Great
River Road to the Illinois line. Watch for
the Great River Road signs marking the
route.
Much of Wisconsin’s Great River
Road is etched at the base of bluffs and
adjacent to the river. It passes through
many communities such as Onalaska,
Holmen and Trempealeau. The road
curves winding with the river, a drive to
enjoy. The 30 mile stretch between Alma
and Maiden Rock and 60 miles between
La Crosse and Praire du Chien is considered to be one of the most scenic routes
in America. Many waysides and overlooks provide an opportunity to stop,
rest and photograph the river scenery.
WISCONSIN’S
Great River Road
The Great River Road is well-maintained and is beautiful in all seasons. A
full map of the Great River Road can be
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Rusty,
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Wednesday-Saturday 10am-6pm
2113 Ward Ave • La Crosse , WI
608-782-2277
[email protected]
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18th Annual
Historic Downtown
La Crosse Day
Saturday, Oct. 12th, 2013
FREE Events, Activities & Exhibits
• Carriage Rides
• Tolley Rides
• Open House events at various businesses
• FREE Kids Paint-a-Pumpkin
• Historic Window Displays
• Kids’ Games
• Music & Dance & Show Choirs
• 1860’s Shoe Shine Stand with
FREE Shoe Shines
• Caricatures
• Arts & Crafts Projects
• Face Painting
• Pet Therapy Dogs
• Apple Pie Baking Contest
• Tours
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Other Activities
• Chili Cook-off
• Cornhole Tourney
• La Crosse Queen Rides
Welcome Viterbo Families & Alumni!
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Photos courtesy of Stamp ‘n Hand , LARK, and Muller Photography
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Look. Live. Love.
Celebrate
Downtown La Crosse
Thank You to Our Sponsors:
Franciscan Healthcare
Event & Time Details Available at:
www.lacrossedowntown.com
Printed Schedules Available
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re you in need of a creative boost of elegance and culture in a social setting?
Be sure to plan time to visit one of La Crosse’s more artsy and stylish sections
of town, which can be found just off
the southwest corner of UW-La Crosse, where
Campbell Road meets State Street. Located
equidistant between downtown and the bluffs,
this dramatically angled T-intersection offers
the perfect location for chic and trendy shopping and dining, all very easily within walking
distance.
This little two-block gem is home—but not
limited to—places such as McCaffrey’s Coffee,
State Street Gallery and Nordeen Design
Gallery. McCaffrey’s Coffee, offers a menu of Irish-themed sandwiches, soups, delicious
home baked goods, teas, smoothies, and coffee drinks. The Baristia’s are the best and
friendliest in town, you are guaranteed an Irish Welcome along with great conversation
is always percolating here!
State Street Gallery specializes in original fine art
by the best that the region offers. The State Street
Gallery also offers reproductions of local iconic
images, custom framing, and unique, one-of-akind gifts. Unusual jewelry, pottery, silks, pewter,
sculpture, and iron works produced in the area,
and the U.S.A. can be found here. The staff is
prepared to assist you in making an informed
decision.
Nordeen Design Gallery is brimming with fresh,
sophisticated design ideas for your home or
commercial interior. Services include space planning, construction coordination,
flooring, window treatments, rugs, upholstered goods, fabric, paint and material
selection. The innovative staff are welcoming and able to work with your ideas
bringing your vision to reality in great design.
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“Supposedly La Crosse’s oldest Irish coffee shop.”
State Street
Art Gallery
Original Fine Art
& Reproductions
Offering coffee specialties such as
espresso, latte, mochas, and other
favorites. Hot, panini and cold
sandwiches are available as well
as a soup of the day.
FREE
Gifts made locally
& USA
Unique one of a
kind pieces
1804 State Street
La Crosse, WI 54601
608.782.0101
[email protected]
16 oz. Brewed Coffee
with purchase!
1808 State Street • La Crosse, WI 54601
608.787.6590 • mccaffreyscoffee.com
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ith the extensive marshland, wooded bottom lands, open water, sand prairie and
wooded bluffs, The Upper Mississippi River
area affords some great opportunities for birding.
The river environment serves as a migration corridor
for waterfowl and many other birds such as raptors,
shorebirds and songbirds.
Local areas to go birding:
Trempealeau National Wildlife Refuge:
Drive 3.25 miles west on Hwy 35/54 from Centerville.
Turn south at the sign for the refuge & follow 1 mile to
the entrance. The diverse habitat attracts more than
29 warbler species & 100 bird species at the height of
migration. Don’t miss the 4-mile Wildlife Drive, Keip’s
Island, Nature Trail to Pine Creek Dike, Interpretation
Center and Observation Deck. Maps are available.
Eagles can be seen along
the Mississippi River
Perrot State Park:
Access from the south through Trempealeau, WI via
Hwy 93. Follow signs for the park. Excellent birding
during spring & fall migrations. Watch for Bald Eagles
and Tundra Swans.
Van Loon Wildlife Area:
On Hwy 35/54 heading north from Holmen, WI or by
driving east from the village of Trempealeau on Hwy
35 for about 3-4 miles. This area borders the Black
River and has mixed hardwood forest & marshland.
Great Blue Heron
Myrick Hixon EcoPark, WisCorps,
& Hixon Forest
Myrick Park is the home of the Myrick Hixon EcoPark, which is a hub to Hixon Forest
and La Crosse River Marsh trails with access to hundreds of miles of bluffland and river
hiking, biking, running, and skiing trails. Migratory species flock to these areas. Trail
head access points are at the EcoPark off of La Crosse Street, and at WisCorps on Hwy
16, and at Hixon Forest turning into Bluff Pass from Hwy 16. Visit Myrick Hixon EcoPark,
(608) 784.0303, www.mhecopark.org
Oak Grove Cemetery
Oak Grove Cemetery is on La Crosse Street, near Myrick Park. This cemetery is visited by
a plethora of migratory birds, including neo-tropical species.
Goose Island County Park:
Located south of La Crosse, 2 miles south of the junction of Hwys 35 & 14/61. Great for
migrant warblers in early May, waterfowl and Bald eagles in fall & winter.
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The Finest Olive Oils
from the most
Exotic Origins
515 Main St
La Crosse WI 54601
Phone: 608-782-6930
1835 Rose Street
La Crosse WI 54603
Send your inquiries to
Ph: (608) 781-7000
Fax: (608) 781-3195
[email protected]
lacrosseoliveoil.com
www.bestwestern.com
Inside the Best Western
Riverfront Hotel
1835 Rose St.
La Crosse, WI 54603
608-781-7070
riverjacksrestaurant.com
EnchantEd ForEst
2013
Saturdays, Oct. 19 & 26: 10 am–2 pm
A non-scary trick-or-treat hike
where magical characters come to life.
Hans Mayer, children’s musician, will perform.
Tickets are available at the EcoPark starting
October 1. Children $7; adults $3.
Bring in this ad to receive 10% off tickets purchased
on or before 10/16/13. Restrictions may apply.
Presented by
www.mhecopark.org
789 Myrick Park Dr • La Crosse, WI 54601 • 608-784-0303
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F
rench Island is located off I-90 Airport Exit 2. Bordered on the west by
the Mississippi River and Lake Onalaska and on the east by the La Crosse
River, the island boasts of beaches, parks, and boat ramps. The island is
also home to the La Crosse Sailing Club located at
Nelson Park Check out the weekly water ski shows at
airport beach – Wednesday’s at 7 p.m.
The locally owned Days Inn is a convenient place to
stay with the largest pool in the area!
Heroes Bar & Grill is a local favorite–a perfect place
to gather with friends and enjoy Wisconsin favorites!
Check out Sky Harbour Center which is centrally
located on French Island and is home to a variety of
services and retail outlets which include International
Furniture, The Company Store Outlet, Horse and
Hound, Quillin’s Island IGA, Liesl’s Hair Design, Days
Inn and Heroes Bar & Grill. All of these are accessible from I-90, Exit 2 or from north La Crosse via the
Clinton Street Bridge.
Stop in and see us! The French Island businesses and residents look forward to making
your visit to the area something special!
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FM Stations
KLSE 88.1 ............................. Classical Music
WLSU 88.9.................................Public Radio
WHLA 90.3..................................Talk Variety
KXLC 91.1 ..................................................Talk
KNXR 92.3.............................. Easy Listening
WIZM 93.3............................................Top 40
WTMB 94.5.................................Classic Rock
KCLH 94.7.....................................Classic Hits
WRQT 95.7.................................. Active Rock
WXYM 96.1............... Adult Contemporary
WCOW 97.1............................. New Country
KQYB 98.3...........................................Country
WKBH 100.1...............................Classic Rock
KQEG 102.7........................................... Oldies
WLXR 104.9.............. Adult Contemporary
WFBZ 105.5................................Classic Rock
WQCC 106.3......................................Country
AM Stations
WKTY 580.................................... Sports/Talk
WKLJ 1290.....................ESPN Sports Radio
WIZM 1410....................................News/Talk
WBOG 1460.......................................... Oldies
WLFN 1490.......................... Adult Standard
WKBH 1570...........................Catholic Radio
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20......................................Pearl Street Brewery
19..................Shrine of Our Lady Guadalupe
18............................................ Old Towne North
17 .............................Village Shopping Center
16................................................... Jackson Plaza
15.............. Gundersen Lutheran Healthcare
14................................. La Crosse City Brewery
13......................... Mayo Clinic Health System
12...................................................Grandad Bluff
11................................Chamber of Commerce
10............................................. La Crosse Center
9...................................................Pettibone Park
8.................................................... Riverside Park
7.......................La Crosse Area Convention &
6.................Southside Oktoberfest Grounds
5......................................................... Myrick Park
5............................Kids Coulee Play Structure
4....................................................... Hixon Forest
3................................................... Copeland Park
2......................West Copeland Veteran’s Park
1................................................ Valley View Mall
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area. From its beautiful scenery
to its attractions your day will
be filled with treasures for your senses.
The Cashton area, just 15 minutes south
of interstate 90 at Sparta, is home to the
state of Wisconsin’s largest Amish community.
Approximately 300 Old Order Amish families
make their home in the Cashton settlement.
Known for their quality hand crafted furniture,
quilts, rugs, baskets and other products there is
sure to be something for everyone.
Some of the things that will make a fun
day trip to the Cashton area are a stop at The
Village shops at Down A Country Road, where
you will find 6 unique gift shops, which were
built by the Amish and feature products made
by them as well as other local Artisans and
some very unique general giftware. The gift
shops are set in a village like setting, connected with a brick pathway amongst gorgeous
gardens. You will find The Amish Shop, Emma’s
Kitchen, Memories from Amish Country, The
Little Red Shed, Not So Plain & Simple and the
Country Corner Ice Cream Shop located on the
farm of Chuck and Kathy Kuderer just 2 miles
east of Cashton. Kathy also provides tours of
the Amish community so if you have curiosity
about the Amish way of life, you may want to
make a reservation for a tour.
You will want to visit the Old Country
Cheese Factory on Co. D which is owned by
the Amish, although they do not operate it.
You will find many varieties of fresh made
cheeses, aged cheeses and of course cheese
curds! Watch thru the viewing window as the
cheese is made.
Another stop just south of Cashton along
Hwy 27 is the Pasture Pride Cheese Store. Filled
with delightful cheese made from the milk
provided by the Amish, as well as giftware it is
a stop you don’t want to miss.
If it’s flowers or produce you are looking
for… the Cashton area is abundant with green
houses at the Amish farms, or a visit to the
Growers Produce Auction is a fun event to take
in and held two or three times a week from
April thru October.
From what you have just heard… I think it
will have to be more than a day trip. Come on
back to Cashton as many times as you would
like. We welcome you to come explore with us.
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• Banquet and Conference Facilities
• Lodging and Campgrounds
• Home of Beaver Creek Valley State Park
• Great Trout Streams, Hunting, and Golfing
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Tiny tim gala benefit
Celebrating 27 years of supporting health-related charities in the Coulee Region
Visit
Jingle Bell
Brunch
www.tinytimgala.org
to view a list of
charities that will be
helped through your
donation this year!
sponsored by
Franciscan Healthcare
Auxiliary
A Celebration of Giving
November 9-10, 2013
TINY TIM GALA BENEFIT - Call To Make A Reservation
Saturday, November 9, 6pm
JINGLE BELL BRUNCH - Call To Make A Reservation
Sunday, November 10, 10am - noon
The Waterfront Cargill Room
Watch the magic of Christmas unfold
and share in the holiday spirit.
For more information, a reservation to the Tiny Tim Gala or the Jingle Bell Brunch,
or to pledge a donation, please call 608.392.4208 or visit our website at
www.tinytimgala.org
or follow us on facebook to get up-to-the-minute details.
The Tiny Tim Gala is an elegant evening of fine dining with silent and live auctions. Proceeds support local charities in our community.
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Celebrating
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MAKE A NOTE OF THESE SPECIAL EVENTS!
Craft Beer Night - A Tasting event with Craft Beers - some made specifically
for Oktoberfest - Vote for your favorite there! Maple Leaf Parade - 10am on Sat., Sept 28th one of the best parades in the
Midwest.
Variety of Entertainment including Polka, Country, Rock, 80’s, Oldies. Learn more about Oktoberfest at
OktoberfestUSA.com
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Amish Tours of Harmony: Harmony, MN, 800-752-6474, www.amishtours.com
CaFF´E GALLERIA AT GROUNDED SPECIALTY COFFEE: 308 Main St. La Crosse. Showcasing art produced by
local artist on a monthly rotating basis. Many of the pieces are for sale and no commission is applied. Stop in during
regular business hours. www.facebook.com/GroundedLaCrosse or email at [email protected].
CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF LA CROSSE: 207 5th Ave. S., La Crosse. Three floors of hands-on exhibits,
climbing wall (open limited hours—call ahead), party/meeting rooms, gift shop and more! For ages 1-12, with
adult. $6/person (infants and members FREE). Programs, birthday parties, summer day camps, and more. Open
Tue-Sat 10-5, Sun 12-5 (closed Mondays & major holidays). 608-784-2652. www.funmuseum.org.
GALLERIES IN LA CROSSE: La Crosse has many art galleries that feature local, regional and national artists in
all types of media. Call the Pump House at 608-785-1434 for more information.
Goose Island County Park: 3 miles S. of La Crosse on Hwy. 35, this county park is an island in the Mississippi
River. There are winding driving and walking trails and small craft boat launches. The back slough Mississippi River
scenery is spectacular. Camping is available. W6488 County Road GI, La Crosse, 608-788-7018.
GRANDAD BLUFF: East on Main St., La Crosse or from Hwy 33 & F. This 540 ft. bluff offers a panoramic view of
our Mississippi River Valley and three states. It has been voted one of the most scenic views.
GREAT RIVER ROAD: The Great River Road in Wisconsin goes from Prescott south to Prairie Du Chien, Cassville,
Tenneyson and the Illinois border. www.wigreatriverroad.org.
GREAT RIVER TRAIL: This 24-mile trail starts in Onalaska and continues to the Trempealeau National Wildlife
Refuge. Skiing & snowmobiling allowed on sections. www.dnr.state.wi.us.
HERITAGE TOURS: “Village of North La Crosse Heritage Tour” and the southside “City of La Crosse Heritage
Tour.” Self-guided, 608-782-2366.
HISTORIC BLUFF COUNTRY: in Southeastern Minnesota, easily accessible communities to enjoy biking and
hiking trails, Root and Mississippi River activities, cultural, historic and Amish attractions, antiques and unique
shopping, bluffs, valleys and caves. Relax in the many fine lodging establishments and restaurants. Drive the
Historic Bluff Country National Scenic Byway Hwy 16, 1-800-428-2030, www.bluffcountry.com.
HISTORIC RIVERSIDE PARK, RIVER LEVEE AND RIVERWALK: Created by the world famous architect John
Nolan, beautiful Riverside Park is located at the confluence of the 3 rivers, Mississippi, La Crosse & Black Rivers.
View the paddle wheelers on the historic levee & enjoy a walk on the Riverwalk.
HIXON FOREST: Public bluffland located off Hwy. 16 & Losey Blvd. in La Crosse. 13 miles of free hiking and also
specially designated trails for biking. Contact Myrick Hixon EcoPark for details, 608-784-0303.
IXON HOUSE: Tour an extravagant Victorian lumber baron’s home. On the National Register of Historic Places.
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Built in the 1800s by lumberman Gideon Hixon and preserved with the original furnishings, winter tours by reservation, 429 N. 7th St., La Crosse; 608-782-1980, www.lchsweb.org/hixon.html.
LA CROSSE FAIRGROUNDS SPEEDWAY: Wisconsin’s only NASCAR sanctioned race track. Races April through
Oktoberfest weekend, West Salem, WI, 608-786-1525, www.lacrossespeedway.com.
L A CROSSE QUEEN: May-Oct, Paddle wheeler boat for individual and group cruises on the Mississippi River
Riverside Park in La Crosse, 608-784-2893, www.lacrossequeen.com.
L OCK & DAM NO. 7: Just off I-90 and Hwys. 14-61, near La Crescent, MN. Navigation season, mid-March thru
mid-December. No charge. One of 29 locks which provide a water stairway on the Mississippi River.
For locks 6, 7 & 8: www.recreation.gov, click on Mississippi River.
Mississippi Explorer Cruises: Explore the wild & scenic backwaters of the Mississippi River. Offering:
Wildlife Eco-Tours Riverside Park in La Crosse, 877-647-7397 Ext. 2, www.mississippiexplorer.com
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MYRICK HIXON ECOPARK: The EcoPark Center encourages exploratory playtime with nature. Check out an EcoPack
to discover the marsh trails and Hixon Forest or play-learn-play in the Nature Nook! Find the perfect
ecogift in the Gift Shop and inquire about our programs for all ages. Memberships and facility rental available. Open
year round at 789 Myrick Park Drive, La Crosse, WI. Call 608-784-0303 or visit online www.mhecopark.org.
NIAGARA CAVE: Harmony, MN. Open April-Oct. See stalactites, fossils & 60 ft. waterfall,
1-800-837-6606, www.niagaracave.com.
NORSKEDALEN: An authentic Norwegian Homestead, over 6 miles of nature trails, an arboretum, exhibits, and
Thrune Visitors Center. Coon Valley, 608-452-3424, www.norskedalen.org.
OLD COUNTRY CHEESE: Watch cheese made at this factory outlet, on Hwy D just 7 miles from Westby. Cheese
gift boxes, Amish crafts, candy, & maple syrup. www.oldcountrycheese.com, 1-888-320-9469.
ONALASKA AREA HISTORICAL MUSEUM: 741 Oak Ave. S., (Onalaska Library), 608-781-9568.
PEARL STREET BREWERY: Fresh beer crafted with Wisconsin malted grains, tours & shop. Sample their fine
brews, too, at many area establishments. 1401 St. Andrew St., 608-784-4832, www.pearlstreetbrewery.com.
PEARL STREET WEST: Historic walking mall featuring quaint shops & eateries, Pearl Street between
2nd & 3rd, Downtown La Crosse.
PHONECO INC: Phone museum & sales, Galesville, WI, 608-582-4124, www.phonecoinc.com.
PLEASONING SEASONING PLANT & OUTLET STORE: Sample 30 different Gourmet Seasoning blends.
Spice racks, aprons, hats, t-shirts & cookbooks. Mon.-Fri. 8:30am-5pm, 2418 South Ave. (corner South &
West Ave.). Plant tours for groups of 20 or more by appt.; 608-787-1030, www.pleasoning.com.
Psychic Readings by Gina: Find out where you are going in life and about what is important for
your future. Palm, tarot, crystals and crystal ball readings all warmly done by Gina. Drop in or make an appointment, 80 Copeland Avenue, near downtown La Crosse, 608-784-1818.
PUMP HOUSE REGIONAL CENTER FOR THE ARTS: Features exhibits of local artists and performances on many
weekends. 119 King St., La Crosse; 608-785-1434; www.thepumphouse.org.
RIVERSIDE MUSEUM: Located in Riverside Park near downtown La Crosse. Open Memorial Day–Labor Day &
weekends in Sept. & Oct., Monday-Friday 10:30am-5pm 608-782-1980.
SHRINE OF OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE: See the Shrine, Shrine Church, Votive Candle Chapel, gift shop and
restaurant, and devotional areas throughout, walk a 1/2 mile meditation trail with a breathtaking view of bluffs,
Southside La Crosse, 608-782-5440, www.guadalupeshrine.org.
St. Rose Convent Chapel: Experience a taste of Europe in this beautiful chapel. Tours year round,
Monday-Sunday 9:00-10:45am, and 1:00-3:00pm, Sunday 1:00-3:00 pm. 701 Franciscan Way, La Crosse,
608-784-2288, www.fspa.org.
SWARTHOUT MUSEUM: Continually changing exhibits. Open year round Tues-Fri 10am-5pm,
Sat & Sun 1pm-5pm. Donations appreciated. 112 S. 9th St., downtown La Crosse; 608-782-1980.
WALKING TOUR OF THE LA CROSSE DOWNTOWN COMMERCIAL HISTORIC DISTRICT: Self-guided Historic
Walking Tour. Maps available at the La Crosse Visitor’s Bureau, Chamber of Commerce, hotels, and
various businesses. Tour map includes historic descriptions of 20 buildings in the District.
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BUSTER’S BAR & GRILL
Come to Buster’s for a unique dining experience. Try
our Wood Fired Pizzas and a special drink created by
our friendly staff! The perfect bar to relax after work
or to celebrate that special occasion! Located across
from the La Crosse Center, 200 Pearl St., Downtown La
Crosse, (608)-782-3236, www.bustersmenu.com.
EDWARDO’S PIZZA WAGON
Family owned for over 40 years. Offering wood-fired
oven pizzas, traditional pizzas, pastas, burgers &
great appetizers. Open 4pm daily; 2 for 1 drinks from
4 to 6pm daily. 1930 Rose St., Hwy 53 N. La Crosse.
Reservations 608-783-7711. Carry outs 608-783-8282.
FAYZE’S
Casual, comfortable atmosphere. The menu includes
everything from omelettes to prime rib. Cocktails
available. In the heart of downtown La Crosse—
only two blocks east of the La Crosse Center at 135 S.
4th Street and facing Pearl Street, 608-784-9548,
www.fayzes.com.
FREIGHT HOUSE
One of La Crosse’s finest restaurants. The building
was used from 1880 to 1955 as a freight house for the
Milwaukee Road, and is a National Historic Site. Great
weekend entertainment in the bar. Located at 107
Vine Street, La Crosse; 608-784-6211;
www.freighthouserestaurant.com.
GROUNDED SPECIALTY COFFEE
Open for breakfast and lunch. Homemade scones,
delicious muffins and coffee. Full range of specialty
coffees, espresso drinks and refreshing smoothies.
Mouth watering wraps—including two vegetarian.
Downtown La Crosse, 308 Main St.; 608-784-5282,
www.groundedspecialtycoffee.com.
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HEROES BAR & GRILL
Great food in a friendly atmosphere and menu items
are priced to complement your budget. Serving a variety of appetizers, sandwiches, entrees and Wisconsin
favorites like hand breaded fried cheese curds. 101 Sky
Harbour Dr., La Crosse, 608-783-4376,
HUNGRY PEDDLER
Antique decor. Serving breakfast, lunch & dinner 7
days a week. Leisurely dining with cocktails available.
Menu includes everything from sandwiches to lobster.
3429 Mormon Coulee Rd., La Crosse; 608-788-1895.
KING STREET KITCHEN
Offering fine family dining at prices you can live with!
Breakfast served anytime. Carry-outs available. Plenty
of parking! Open early and open late. 141 S. 7th St.,
Downtown La Crosse, 608.784.9660.
LINDY’S SUBS & SALADS
Offering mouth-watering sub sandwiches on ovenfresh French bread with garden fresh vegetables and
quality meats and cheeses. 221 Main St., La Crosse;
608-785-7200, www.lindyssubsandsalads.com.
McCaffrey’s Coffee Inc.
Offering coffee specialties such as espresso, latte,
mochas, and other favorites. Hot, panini and cold
sandwiches are available as well as a soup of the day.
1808 State St., La Crosse, WI, 608-787-6590,
www.mccaffreyscoffe.com.
PICKERMAN’S SOUPS & SANDWICHES
Freshly baked bread from a secret Italian recipe. Six
gourmet soups each day, + chili & stew! Great salad.
Superior tasting food. Quick courteous service in a
warm, relaxing environment. Downtown La Crosse
at 327 Jay St.; 608-782-7087,
www.lacrossepickermans.com.
Hungry Peddler
Fine Foods & Spirits
Steaks • Seafood • Sandwiches • Cocktails
Lobster • 16 Oz. T-Bone
Leisure Dining & Daily Specials
BREAKFAST - LUNCH - DINNER
788-1895
3429 Mormon Coulee Rd.
South Side • La Crosse
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PIGGY’S
Award Winning Restaurant! Open nightly for dinner,
enjoy their delicious USDA Steak or savor the mouth
watering fresh seafood flown in daily! Casual or elegant dining, cigar lounge & weekend blues or jazz; 501
S. Front St., La Crosse, WI, 608-784-4877,
www.piggys.com.
RIVER JACKS RESTAURANT & LOUNGE
Great Pricing, Great Food, and GREAT Customer
Service! Come in and Celebrate your way! Hours Mon.Fri. 6am-10pm, Sat. & Sun. 7am-10pm. 1835 Rose St.,
La Crosse, WI, 608-781-7070,
www.riverjacksrestaurant.com
RUDY’S DRIVE-IN
The best in draft root beer and sandwiches delivered
to your car or eat inside. Carry-outs available, too! On
the corner of 10th & La Crosse St., 608-782-2200,
www.rudysdrivein.com.
THE PEARL ICE CREAM PARLOR,
COFFEE SHOP & CONFECTIONERY
Authentic 1930s soda fountain and confectionery sundaes, sodas, malts, shakes, hand-dipped chocolates,
espresso and more. Downtown La Crosse on Pearl St.;
608-782-6655, www.pearlstwest.com.
THE WATERFRONT RESTAURANT & TAVERN
Spectacular river view dining and cocktails in an
elegant and comfortable atmosphere. American
cuisine served with style and charm for lunch or
dinner. Piano bar or music in lounge. Smoke free.
Located in the Logistics Health Building, 328 Front St.
S., Downtown La Crosse, 608-782-5400,
www.thewaterfrontlacrosse.com.
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THE WINE GUYZ
The Wine Guyz share their love and knowledge of
wine and food with new friends and old. They provide
a comfortable, smoke free place to talk over a glass of
wine, a place to try and to buy wines with expert
guidance and a place where you can find those hardto-find gourmet foods and deli items. 122 King Street,
La Crosse, 608.782.WINE, www.wineguyz.com
ONALASKA, WI
LINDY’S SUBS & SALADS
Offering mouth-watering sub sandwiches on ovenfresh French bread with garden fresh vegetables
and quality meats and cheeses. 304 Sand Lake Rd.,
Onalaska; 608-783-7827,
www.lindyssubsandsalads.com.
UNWINE’D
UnWine’d provides a warm, comfortable, cozy environment to enjoy your favorite wine or craft beer. If
you are out to enjoy a movie or a play and want to
start the evening with a glass of wine and a “little
something,” or if you want to end your evening with
a glass of wine, cheese and cracker platter or cheese
cake dessert from the Cheese Cake Factory, we can do
both. You can UnWine’d at a table or relax and lounge
in our comfy chair very much like your own living
room. Crossroads Center 9348 State Hwy 16, Onalaska,
WI; 608-781-2626, www.unwinedwi.com
OUTLET STORE
2418 South Ave., La Crosse
Phone 608-787-1030
www.pleasoning.com
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WESTBY, WI
rairie Inn & Suites Hotel, 5 minutes north
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of La Crosse off Hwy 53 & OT, 3913 Circle Drive,
608-781-4490, www.prairieinnandsuites.com.
Old Towne Motel One of the best lodging
values in the Westby area with clean, comfortable rooms and all the amenities. HWY 14,
61 & 27, Westby, WI. 800-4605-0276, www.
OldTowneMotelcom
LA CROSSE, WI
Affordable Inn Motel, Close to Downtown,
614 Monitor St., La Crosse, 608-784-2278,
www.affordableinnmotel.com.
Best Western Hotel, Located along the
shores of Black River. Features complimentary
breakfast, private beach and boat dock., water
park with water slides, geysers, and a full arcade.
1835 Rose Street, La Crosse, 608-781-7000,
www.bestwestern.com.
Days Inn & Conference Center is a full
service hotel. Offering a resort atmosphere complete with a large heated indoor pool, whirlpool
spa, fitness room and restaurant. Located just off
I-90 at Exit 2, 101 Sky Harbour Dr., La Crosse, 608783-1000, www.daysinnlacrosse.com
Relax and refresh!
HWY 14, 61 & 27 • Westby, WI 54667
608-634-2111 • Toll-Free 800-605-0276
www.OldTowneMotel.com
One of the best lodging values in the
Westby area with clean, comfortable
rooms and all the amenities.
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites, Full service,
Buster’s Bar & Grill attached, parking ramp
next door, skywalk to La Crosse Center, 200 Pearl
St., Downtown La Crosse, 608-784-4444,
www.ichotelsgroup.com.
Welch Motel Clean & comfortable, park at your
doorfront, just 2 mi. S. of downtown La Crosse,
3643 Mormon Coulee Rd., La Crosse, 608-7881300, www.welchmotel.com.
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Neshonoc Lakeside Campground,
Neshonoc offers activities for everyone,
whether its a relaxing day at the beach, fun
in the sun by the pool, an inspired game of
horseshoes, volleyball, boating or a relaxing day
fishing on the lake. Over the years we have
enjoyed providing our guests with the utmost in
quality and service. Reservations: 888-783-0035.
www.neshonoclakeside.com
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Stoney Creek Inn, Standard rooms to premier
suites & extended stay cottages, off I-90 exit at La
Crosse/Onalaska, 3060 South Kinney Coulee Rd.,
Onalaska, WI, 608-781-3060, www.stoneycreekinn.
com.
614 Monitor Street
La Crosse, WI 54603
Phone: (608) 784-2278
Fax: (608) 784-4789
www.AﬀordableInnmotel.net
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DOWN A COUNTRY ROAD you will find
6 unique gift shops, which feature products made by
them as well as other local Artisans and some very
unique general giftware. The gift shops are set in a
village like setting, connected with a brick pathway
amongst gorgeous gardens. You will find The Amish
Shop, Emma’s Kitchen, Memories from Amish Country,
The Little Red Shed, Not So Plain & Simple and the
Country Corner Ice Cream 12651 St. Hwy. 33, Cashton,
WI, 608-654-5318, www.downacountryroad.com
GALESVILLE, WI
Craft Barn The Craft Barns main building is filled with
a unique combination of products made by over 200
local Artisans, while our connected bunker silo is filled
with gifts for the sportsman and outdoor clothing. Enjoy
the surrounding working farm through all the changing
seasons. 608-582-3447, www.craftbarngalesville.com
PhonEco Phoneco is a vintage phone business. We
offer phone restoration and repair. People tell us they
never thought they would have their parents or grandparents phones restored to working condition. For those
who would rather work on phones themselves we have a
full line of parts available. 608-582-4124,
www.phonecoinc.com
HOLMEN, WI
RIVER TRAIL CYCLES River Trail Cycles offers expert
bicycle service along with new and used bike sales and
bicycle rentals. We also offer a huge selection of clothing and accessories. Come check us out! 500 N Holmen
Dr., Ste. 502. Open 7 days a week all year round. Call
us or visit our web site for seasonal hours and information: 608-526-4678, www.rivertrailcycles.com
La CRESCENT, MN
Apple Valley Gifts From our home to your home,
create a warm comfortable atmospher. Jewelry,
scarves, pictures, quilts, woodwick and village candles,
garden flags, mats, stepping stones, Minnesota gifts,
and gourmet foods. 329 Main Street, La Crescent, MN,
507-895-4268.
La Crescent Flea Market Antiques, unique gifts,
collectibles, furniture, toys, engraving, glassware, artwork, tools, jewelry, books, new electrical, plumbing,
and more! Open every weekend Sat. 9am-5pm; Sun.
10am-4pm. 215 South Chestnut, La Crescent, MN.
LA CROSSE, WI
ANTIQUE CENTER OF LA CROSSE Discover why we
get rave reviews. The Minneapolis Star Tribune says
“We’re the ones not to miss.” On three floors with 75
booths. At 110 S. 3rd St., La Crosse, 608-782-6533.
CALEDONIA STREET ANTIQUE MALL, LLP 40 dealers
with 6,000 sq. ft. of antiques & collectibles. Located in the
Heart of Old Towne North. 1213 Caledonia St., La Crosse,
608-782-8443.
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DEGEN BERGLUND A full-service community pharmacy
and supplier of home medical supplies and equipment.
Offering everything from aspirin to oxygen to wheelchairs
including Medicine-on-Time packaging that repackages
medication by dose and time of day, convenient drive-up
window, free local prescription delivery and helpful staff
to assist with insurance coverage, Medicaid, and Medicare
information. Inside Festival Foods in the Village Shopping
Center at 2511 Green Bay St, La Crosse, 608-775-8585,
www.degenberglund.com.
Finnottes Nut & Chocolate Shop Treat yourself
today! Family owned, creating delicious chocolates, nutty
and crunchy treats. Tons of easter treats available. Hours:
Mon. Tues. Wed. Fri. 9am-5:30pm, Thurs. 9am-7pm, Sat.
9am-4pm. 417 Main St., La Crosse, WI, 608-782-3184, www.
finnottes.com.
FUNKY JUNK N’MORE Funky, rusty, unique decor n’
more. Hours Wed.-Sat. 10am-6pm. 2113 Ward Ave., La
Crosse, WI, 608-782-2277 mailto: funkyjunknmore@yahoo.
com.
GREATBIGOUTLET.COM Great big savings on La
Crosse Technology’s product returns, closeouts, & discontinued items. Find great deals on weather stations, clocks,
watches, luggage & much more! Located on La Crosse’s
southside, 2815 Losey Blvd. S., 608-796-0265, www.greatbigoutlet.com.
Horse & Hound - For 20 years – the area’s largest
Western, English and Tack apparel store. Over 500 pairs
of boots, knowledgeable staff, we carry all of your favorite
brands! For Riding or Western Wear “Head on down to
Horse & Hound” On French Island, I-90, Exit 2, La Crosse, WI,
Hrs. M-F 10 am- 7 pm, Sat. 10 am- 5 pm, Sun. 12- 5 pm,
608-783-7504, www.horse-and-hound.com
International Furniture is a family owned furniture store with a vast selection of fine furniture. Come and
see our Flexsteel & Thomasville furniture, unique accessories including pictures, lamps and area rugs. Come home
to Comfort & Style at International Furniture! On French
Island, I-90, Exit 2, La Crosse, WI, M-F 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.,
Sat. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sun.12 p.m. to 5 p.m., 608-781-5500,
www.iflax.com
LA CROSSE OLIVE OIL CO.: The finest olive oils from the
most exotic origins. 515 Main St., La Crosse, WI, 608-7826930, www.lacrosseoliveoil.com.
LARK located at 319 Main St., is a NY style boutique
that showcases owner and designer Andrea Fisher’s
personally designed collection as well as other local and
independent artisans of jewelry, accessories, and apparel
608-782-1025
Myrick Hixon EcoPark The EcoPark Gift Shop is your
stop for nature-themed activity kits, books, jewelry, bird
feeders, and more! Open year round at 789 Myrick Park
Drive, La Crosse, WI. Call 608-784-0303 or visit online www.
mhecopark.org.
NORDEEN DESIGN GALLERY LLC We strive to inspire,
visit our gallery for ideas and innovation. 802 State St., La
Crosse, WI, 608-784-9530, www.nordeendesigngallery.com.
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Painted Porch One of La Crosse’s newest Shops. This
historic building is overflowing with fun & sassy décor,
gifts & restyled vintage. No matter your style, our colorful,
exciting atmosphere & ever-changing merchandise is a
breath of fresh air! 200 Main St. La Crosse 608-782-6222 Open every Thurs. Fri. Sat. 10-5:30
TJ’S LA CROSSE SHOPPE & CHEDDARHEADS GIFTS
La Crosse & Wisconsin souvenirs, gift-boxed cheese,
Holstein gifts, T-shirts & sweatshirts, cards & more.
Birthplace of the Cheesehead movement! Open seven
days/wk, 215 Pearl St., La Crosse, WI, 608-784-8899,
www.pearlstwest.com.
PLEASONING SEASONING Visit America’s premium
low-sodium seasonings creator. A delicious assortment of
blended herbs and spices. 2418 S. Ave., La Crosse,
608-787-1030, www.pleasoning.com.
Olive Juice Quilts A quirky quilt shop in Onalaska,
Quillin’s French Island - 201 Sky Harbour Drive,
Hours: 6:30am - 9pm, 608-783-6603, Store Services
Available: Full Service Grocery Store, Full Service Meat
Department, Full Service Deli Department, BP Fuel and
rewards, Diesel, Beer & Liquor Sales, Wisconsin Hunting/
Fishing Licenses, ATM, Credit Cards Accepted: Mastercard,
Visa & Discovery
RIVER ROAD QUILT SHOP AT NELSON FLAG
A family owned La Crosse tradition known for flags, home
décor & gift items. Alongside is the quilt shop complete
with quality fabrics, patterns, books & notions. Just south
of Gundersen-Lutheran Clinic at 2501 South Ave., La
Crosse, 608-788-2990, www.nelsonflag.com.
STATE STREET ART GALLERY Art search services,
consulting, custom framing and commissions. 1804 State
St., La Crosse, WI 54601, 608-782-0101, www.statestreetgallery.com.
SATORI ARTS GALLERY Chinese Artifacts – porcelain,
bronze, hand carved temple pieces, silk, ceramics and
Buddhist graphics. Hand-crafted jewelry and gifts – natural Mississippi River Pearls, graphics, works by local and
international artists. Downtown La Crosse across from the
Radisson. 608-785-2779, www.satori-arts-gallery.com.
SHRINE GIFT SHOP The Flores Mariae gift shop offers
an exquisite selection of traditional Catholic gifts including religious art, statues, rosaries, medals, books and
specialty items for any occasion. Located at the Shrine of
Our Lady of Guadalupe, 5250 Justin Rd., La Crosse, 608782-5440 or shop online, www.guadalupeshrine.org.
THE COMPANY STORE Offering quality and factory
outlet savings on down comforters & accessories, clothing and items for your home. Mon-Fri 10-7, Sat 10-6, Sun
12-5. On French Island, I-90 Exit 2, La Crosse, WI; 608-7836646, www.thecompanystore.com.
THE SECOND SHOWING Two floors filled with current
Juniors, Women’s and Men’s consignment clothing.
Celebrating our 25th year. 1400 West Avenue, La Crosse,
WI, 608-785-1220, www.thesecondshowing.com.
THE WINE GUYZ The Wine Guyz share their love and
knowledge of wine and food with new friends and old.
They provide a comfortable, smoke free place to talk
over a glass of wine, a place to try and to buy wines with
expert guidance and a place where you can find those
hard-to-find gourmet foods and deli items. 122 King
Street, La Crosse, 608.782.WINE, www.wineguyz.com
ONALASKA, WI
offering a wide variety of fabrics, patterns, notations, Bernina
machines, Horn & Arrow sewing cabinets, classes, clubs and
newsletters. 1258 County Rd. PH, Onalaska, WI 608-782-3257
TREEHOUSE GIFT & HOME DECOR 5 Blks N. of I-90
on Hwy 16 in Onalaska. Enjoy browsing the largest specialty
store in the area! Stop in and discover the area’s largest
selection of Vera Bradley, seasonal décor, homespun accents,
northwoods décor, candles and unique gifts & home accents.
608-783-4438, www.treehousegiftandhome.com.
UNWINE’D UnWine’d provides a warm, comfortable, cozy
environment to enjoy your favorite wine or craft beer. If
you are out to enjoy a movie or a play and want to start the
evening with a glass of wine and a “little something,” or if you
want to end your evening with a glass of wine, cheese and
cracker platter or cheese cake dessert from the Cheese Cake
Factory, we can do both. You can UnWine’d at a table or relax
and lounge in our comfy chair very much like your own living
room. Crossroads Center 9348 State Hwy 16, Onalaska, WI;
608-781-2626, www.unwinedwi.com
WESTBY, WI
DREGNE’S SCANDINAVIAN GIFTS A short drive to
Westby will get you to the area’s most exclusive Scandinavian
gift shop. Now enjoying their 38th year of bringing the best to
you! Distinctive gifts for all! Westby, WI, 608-634-4414 or 877634-4414, www.dregnesscandinaviangifts.com.
OLD COUNTRY CHEESE LLC Over 40 varieties of cheese
made fresh at this factory outlet, on Hwy D just 7 miles from
Westby, WI. Watch cheese being made! Cheese gift boxes,
Amish crafts, candy, and maple syrup available.
888-320-9469, www.oldcountrycheese.com.
WESTBY CREAMERY Stop in at our cheese store for fresh
cheese curds, open 8am-5pm every day of the week! A local
favorite. Many types of cheeses and dairy products available
to tempt your palate and many other gift items available. 401
S. Main St., Westby, WI, 608-634-3181, 800-492-9282,
www.westbycreamery.com.
Winona, MN
Minnesota Marine Art Museum Welcome to the
Minnesota Marine Art Museum. Connect to great art inspired
by water. 800 Riverview Drive, Winona, MN,
507-474-6626, www.minnesotamarineart.org.
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elcome to Harmony!
Tours,
shopping
and
recreational opportunities
await you in this small Southeastern
Minnesota town. Tour our local Amish
Community, Niagara Cave and Wood
Carving Museum. Enjoy Antique &
unique shops, excellent dinning options,
comfortable lodging and 60 miles of Bike
Trail. Harmony has great service businesses ready to serve your every need.
Contact us for your FREE Harmony
Guide at 800-445-6481 or on the web
at www.exploreharmony.com/lvg.
Harmony Area Chamber of Commerce
QUARTER/quarter
Restaurant and Wine Bar
Serving refined comfort foods
in a contemporary setting
Please call for our current
hours, reservations
or to arrange a special party
(507)886-5500
25 Center Street East, Harmony, MN 55939
www.quarterquarter.com
Amish Tours of Harmony
Located in Sugar Plum House on the
Village Green & 45 Main Ave. N.,
Harmony, MN
Voted Bluff Country’s
Favorite Family Attraction
Enjoy an exciting
tour with one of
our knowledgeable
guides
• Mini Bus Tours
• Car Tours
• Group Bus Tours
• Spring through Fall
• No Sunday Tours
• Winter Tours by
Appointment
Experience a Lifestyle...
• where the horse and buggy still provide the transportation
• the home is lighted by kerosene lamps
• water is hated on a woodburning stove
For Advance Tickets & Information
507-886-2303 or 800-752-6474
www.amish-tours.com
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Serving lunch & dinner
7 days a week. Main street Harmony.
507-886-4406
www.villagesquareofharmony.com
QUARTER/quarter
With a huge selection
of antiques, vintage
and collectibles,
there’s something
for everyone.
Restaurant and Wine Bar
Serving refined comfort foods
in a contemporary setting
Please call for our current
hours, reservations
or to arrange a special party
507•886•6660
50 Industrial Blvd.
NE,
507.886.6660
Harmony,
MNBlvd.
55939
50 Industrial
NE, Harmony, MN 55939
(A direct turn off Hwy 52 on the north side of Harmony)
(North edge of Harmony on Hwy 52)
(507)886-5500
25 Center Street East, Harmony, MN 55939
www.quarterquarter.com
www.generationsofharmony.com
www.generationsofharmony.com
Voted Bluff Country’s
faVorite family attraCtion
Amish Tours of Harmony
Located in Sugar Plum House on the
Village Green & 45 Main Ave. N.,
Harmony, MN
Enjoy an exciting
tour with one of
our knowledgeable
guides
• Mini Bus Tours
• Car Tours
• Group Bus Tours
• Spring through Fall
• No Sunday Tours
• Winter Tours by
Appointment
experience a lifestyle...
• where the horse and buggy still provide
the transportation
• the home is lighted by kerosene lamps
• water is hated on a woodburning stove
For Advanced Tickets & Information
507-886-2303 or 800-752-6474
www.amish-tours.com
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plant and animal fossils. While traveling the trail, keep your eyes and ears open, you may encounter one of
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of little bluestem.
named for the white
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underside of their tail
bluish leaves that start growing in late spring
that they raise and wave while running away in
and keep growing until winter frost. Little
surprise or alarm. Both bucks (males) and does
bluestem typically grows to three feet and is
(females) are reddish-brown in the summer and
noticeably smaller than big bluestem, which
grayish-brown in the winter. Young deer, or fawns,
can reach up to ten feet.
are reddish-brown with white spots on their backs.
Oak trees
Both northern red
oak and bur oak
trees grow along
the trail. Northern
red oaks have leaves
with pointy edges
while the bur oak leaves have rounded edges.
In autumn, northern red oak leaves turn a
brilliant red while bur oak leaves turn yellow
or brown. The gnarly silhouette of the bur
oak is easy to identify year round.
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Gray (common)
treefrogs
In wet, wooded
areas, listen for the
slow, birdlike trill
of the gray treefrog.
Although common in
Minnesota, this frog is often hard to locate because
it changes color to blend in with tree bark and
leaves. One color that doesn’t change is the bright
yellow inner-thigh of the gray frog’s hind legs.
that they
surprise o
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with pointy edges
while the bur oak leaves have rounded edges.
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brilliant red while bur oak leaves turn yellow
Turkeys
or brown. The gnarly silhouette
of the bur
Traveling
oak is easy to identify year
round. in flocks
of six to forty birds
in winter and on
their own come
spring, these large,
round birds are
easy to spot. Wild turkeys are black or gray
and males have a red head and wattle—a fleshy
growth beneath the beak. Turkeys have many
calls including gobbles, clucks, and purrs.
Beavers
As the trail passes
rivers and creeks,
look and listen for
signs of beavers.
This large, furry
rodent with oversized
orange teeth and a paddle-shaped tail makes
its home in the water by felling and stacking
branches and logs into dams and lodges. If you
do not see a beaver, you may see its home or hear
the slap of its paddle tail on the water’s surface.
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inona is nestled between the covered limestone river bluffs that rise 500 feet
and the stunning mighty Mississippi River.
The historic architecture and cultural opportunities give Winona a soul
that is living, breathing and growing. Still, Winona and its wealth of culture, arts, history,
recreation and festivals, is relatively undiscovered.
Winona was founded in 1851 by a steamboat captain. Positioned on a large island
in the Mississippi, the lumber industry helped it grow quickly and by 1900 Winona had
more millionaires per capita than any place in the United States. Winona’s history lives on
in architecturally significant historic buildings and vintage homes that thrill history buffs.
Today, Winona is driven by a strong entrepreneurial spirit that has given birth to a
city that has built its future by embracing its past. There is a strong arts movement,
abundant shopping, comfortable lodging and a variety of restaurants.
In many ways Winona is still an island in the wilderness waiting to be discovered
again. All of this is waiting for you. Make your plans today to discover Winona, the historic island city on the Mississippi. u
The Region’s Access to
Monet and Picasso
800 Riverview Drive, Winona
507-474-6626
www.minnesotamarineart.org
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City of La Crescent
A.......La Crescent City Hall
H........U.S. Postal Service
Schools
B.......La Crescent Fire Dept.
I..........Chamber of Commerce
La Crescent A.......La Crescent Police Dept.
J.........American Legion Post #595
Hokah Public Schools
I..........Knights of Columbus Hall
S-1 Elementary School
C.......La Crescent Public Library
K........Houston County News
S-2 Middle/High School
S-3 District Office
B.......La Crescent Com. Bdg.
L........Prince of Peace Lutheran Church
S-4 Crucifixion Catholic
A.......La Crescent Historical Soc.
M.......1st Evangelical Lutheran Church
Grade School
D......Gundersen Clinic
N........Crucifixion Catholic Church
O.......United Methodist Church
S-5 La Crescent Public
E.......Franciscan Skemp Clinic
R........Prospect Hills Cemetery
Montessori Academy
F.......A.B.L.E. Inc.
G......La Crescent Health Care Cntr.
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City Parks/Sports Fields
P1......Veteran’s Park
P2......John S. Harris Park
P2......Kistler Park-Swimming Pool
P4......Valley South Park
P5......Sportsman’s Boat Landing
P6......Abnet Fields North & South
P7......Community Arena
P6......Applefest Grounds
P8......Eagles Field
P9......Horrihan Field
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L
a Crescent is located on the Mississippi River in southeastern Minnesota – just
three easy miles from downtown La Crosse. The area is renowned for river bluff
scenery and beautiful apple orchards.
Now is the perfect time to travel Apple Blossom Drive to see the spectacular orchards
in full bloom. La Crescent is uniquely located on three designated scenic byways –
Apple Blossom Drive, Historic Bluff Country Scenic Byway and the Great River Road in
Minnesota.
Visit La Crescent businesses which proudly offer many quality products that can only
be found in the “Apple Capital of Minnesota”. u
From our home to
your home, create a
warm, comfortable
atmosphere.
• Jewelry & Scarves
• Pictures • Quilts
• Woodwick & Village Candles
• Garden Flags • Mats
• Stepping Stones
• Minnesota Gifts
• Gourmet Foods
329 Main Street • La Crescent, MN
507-895-4268
215 South Chestnut
La Crescent
Open Every Weekend
Saturday 9:00am to 5:00pm
Sunday 10:00am to 4:00pm
Antiques & Unique Gifts
Antiques, Collectibles, Furniture,
Toys, Engraving, Glassware,
Artwork, Tools, Jewelry, Books,
New Electrical, Plumbing, Misc.
Hardware and more!
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Visit Wisconsin’s
newest winery!
Just 20 scenic
minutes south
of La Crosse.
Photo courtesy of Mary Schill/ Forte Design
• Friendly tasting room serving
award-winning wine produced
from estate-grown grapes
• Outdoor wood-fired pizzas
through October
• Appetizer menu
• Stunning vineyard views
OPEN Fri & Sat 1 – 7, Sun 1 - 6
Photo courtesy of First Expressions Photography, article assistance from Tammy Potaracke of Norskedalen
E6796 Old Line Road • Westby, WI 54667
608-634-WINE • Facebook/brancheswinery
A
s you make your way from
La Crosse to Coon Valley,
Wisconsin on US Hwy 14/61,
take a trip up county highways P and
PI to Norskedalen, a 400 acre nature
and heritage center. Norskedalen welcomes you with a video orientation,
gift shop and museums in their modern Thrune Visitors’ Center; take a stroll
along the five miles of nature trails
and arboretum; or take a step back in
time on a visit to the 1890s Bekkum
Pioneer log farmstead. Norskedalen
also has rustic Paulsen Cabin on-site for
your overnight stays. It is located in a
beautiful, peaceful setting just waiting
for you to enjoy. For more information
visit www.norskedalen.org or call
(608) 452-3424 u
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J
ust 18 minutes north of I-90 on Hwy
53N you will discover the spectacular scenery of Galesville. Its historic
buildings and friendly small town
atmosphere will leave you saying “I could
live here”!
While in Galesville check out two of
its unique attractions; Phoneco and the
Craft Barn.
Phoneco, Inc specializes in restoring
antique telephones and offers tours of
their telephone museum free of charge.
Hollywood knows their number!
The Craft Barn is a renovated dairy
barn filled to the beams with locally
produced gifts and home accessories.
Everyone thinks they are “moovelous!”
www.galesvillewi.com u
PHONECO inc.
40 th Year
19813 E. Mill Rd., Galesville, WI 54630
608-582-4124
Yesteryear’s Memorabilia & History
Woodwall to Art Deco Phones
Telephone Testing, Repair,
Jacks, Cords, Wire
www.phonecoinc.com
WEST SALEM, WI
D
rive East on Hwy. 16 or I-90
from the La Crosse/Onalaska
mall area and you will find
the historic town of West Salem. There
are two campgrounds close by, one
on the La Crosse River and the other
on Lake Neshonoc. Neshonoc Lakeside
Campgound is the 2010 recipient
of the Award of Excellence by Trailer
Life Magazine. Have a thrilling evening
enjoying the stock car races at La Crosse
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2013 Coming events
Jan. 16-27, Winter Rec Fest, 27th annual
event sponsored by the City of La Crosse
featuring a variety of winter activities for all
ages. 608-789-7533, www.cityoflacrosse.org.
Jan. 26, Great Tri-State Rail Sale, Largest one day railroad sale & swap meet in 3 states, benefits RR display at
Copeland Park, sale at La Crosse Center, 608-582-4761.
Feb. 1-2, Snowflake Ski Jumping Tournament, 90th
annual Westby International Ski Jump, Competitors
from 13 countries soar over 400 feet in quest of the
Continental Cup Championship. 608-634-3211,
[email protected]. www.snowflakeskiclub.com
Mar. 2, Polar Plunge, to support Special Olympics.
Athletes jump, dive, and even crawl into the sparkling,
frigid Mississippi River, Pettibone Beach, La Crosse,
608-789-7596.
Mar. 15, “Spring Thing” Craft & Gift Show, Hillview
Health Care Center, La Crosse. Unique handmade arts
and craft items, spring holidays, special celebrations and
gardening décor! Also enjoy Fresh Sub Sandwich Sale,
Silent Auction and Door Prizes to help raise money for
our fundraiser! (608) 789-4800
Apr. 12, La Crosse Spring Fling, Downtown La Crosse
open house 5-9pm with store wide specials,
www.lacrossedowntown.com
Apr.-Oct., NASCAR Racing, Weekends & special
events during season including Oct. 5-9, 43rd Annual
Oktoberfest Race Weekend, La Crosse Fairgrounds
Speedway, West Salem, WI, Hwy 16 & Cty Rd M,
608-786-1525, www.lacrossespeedway.com.
May 3-5, La Crosse Fitness Festival, Many activities for
all fitness levels including Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K
Run/Walk & Cycling Criterion. Benefits St. Clare Health
Mission & La Crosse’s Youth Enrichment Assoc. (YEA),
www.lacrossefitnessfestival.com.
May, 18th Annual River to Ridge Eco Family Fun Run,
5 mile bluff challenge run, 2 mile family walk, benefiting
the Eco Park’s nature education. Free kids activities, live
music, awards and prizes. www.mhecopark.org 608784-0303.
May 17-19, Westby Syttende Mai, Norwegian Folk
Festival. Ethnic food, costumes, dances & entertainment.
Parade, quilt display/sale, rosemaling, woodcarving, and
more, www.westbywi.com.
May 25, Barre Fest, annual festival includes cornhole
tournament, wiffle ball tournament, chicken-Q, live
music and kids games. www.barrecoedlions.com
May–Oct., Cameron Park Community Market, Local
produce, meat, dairy, eggs, music, artists, crafts, Fri.
4-8pm, Downtown La Crosse at Cameron park,
www.cameronparkmarket.org.
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May 31-June1, WIAA State High School Track Meet,
Thousands of spectators will be in La Crosse to watch
the best in high school track and field events at
UW-La Crosse, www.wiaawi.org.
May 31-June 2, June Dairy Days, Village Park, West
Salem. Softball tournaments, fun run, carnival, fireworks,
Big Wheel races, parade, music and food.
www.westsalemwi.com.
June 9, St. Elias Mediterranean Festival, from noon to
5pm, at the South Side Oktoberfest Grounds. Admission
is free. Ethnic dinner and bake sale, beverage and entertainment.
June 15, Freedom Fest, Deke Slayton Airfest,
Motorcycle ride, music, air shows, Freedom Honor Flight,
www.freedomfestlacrosse.com.
June 15, Coon Creek Trout Fest, Kids trout derby, car
show, fly fishing, games, music, food and more. Coon
Valley, WI, www.cooncreektroutfest.com.
June 22, Slice of Life 5K/Run Walk, Annual run
sponsored by La Crescent Chamber of Commerce, La
Crescent, MN, 507-895-2800. www.lacrescentmn.com
June–Aug., La Crosse Loggers Baseball Club, Play at
Copeland Park, office and gift shop 1223 Caledonia St.,
La Crosse, WI, 608-796-9553, www.lacrosseloggers.com.
July 3-6, Riverfest, Riverside Park, La Crosse.
Continuous entertainment, music, river activities,
parade, food & beverage tents, & fireworks.
608-782-6000, www.riverfestlacrosse.com.
July 4, Harmony’s 4th of July Celebration: 5K Run/
Walk, Food, Music, Parade, Games, Ice Cream Social,
Fireworks and more. Harmony, MN, 877-210-7250,
www.harmony.mn.us
July 12-14, Viroqua Bluegrass & Gospel Festival,
Vernon County Fairgrounds. Traditional Bluegrass &
Gospel music. Family entertainment and food. 608-6373820, www.viroquabluegrass.com.
July 11-13, La Crosse Crazy Days, Downtown La Crosse
sidewalk sale and live entertainment, King St. Dance July
12, 7pm, www.lacrossedowntown.com
July 12-14, Catfish Days , Trempealeau, WI. Unique
river town celebration featuring food booths, the
world-famous catfish burger, craft shows, flea market, &
fireworks, www.trempealeau.net.
July 19-21, La Crosse Interstate Fair, West Salem, WI.
Family fun. 4-H, exhibits, music, entertainment, food,
auto races, carnival rides, horse pull. Free admission and
parking, www.lacrosseinterstatefair.com.
July 20, Railroad Fair, Copeland Park, La Crosse. The
4000 locomotive and the Grand Crossing Tower open for
public viewing. Food, entertainment, flea market & swap
meet. 608-582-4761.
2013 coming events
July17-18, Caledonia Street Flea Market & Craft
Show, near Copeland Park on N. La Crosse.
608-781-8211.
July 27-28, Art Fair On The Green, 55th Annual,
UW-La Crosse Campus lawns, 16th and State St.,
Professional artists from around the country, student art
& more. Sat. 10-5 and Sun. 10-4, 608-788-7439.
Aug. 9-11, Irishfest, Music, Food and celebrate all that’s
Irish, La Crosse, WI, www.irishfestlax.org.
Aug. 10, Bark in the Park, This is your chance to bring
your dog to Copeland park in La Crosse for this fun and
pet-friendly event. Benefits the Coulee Region Humane
Society. 608-781-4014.
Aug. 9-11, Bangor Lions Fun Daze, Annual festival,
music, car show, & run/walk in Bangor, WI 608-486-4049.
Aug. 10, 6th Annual Rockin’ the Prairie, Brice Prairie
EMS and Rescue fundraiser. Music, food, beverages, raffles, tip boards, and fun. Onalaska, WI, www.bpfr.org.
Aug. 16-18, Holmen Kornfest, Holmen, WI. Fireworks,
parade, car show, fresh corn-on-the-cob, music, carnival,
fun-run, bingo, tractor pulls, 608-526-4444,
www.holmenlions.org.
August 23-25, Great River Folk Fest, UW-La Crosse
campus. Musicians, artists and craftsmen share folk music,
storytelling, crafts, food, 608.784.3033, mail to:[email protected], www.greatriverfolkfest.org.
Aug. 24, French Island Lions Club Run/Walk, 13th
annual, medals, refreshments & door prizes, French
Island, La Crosse, WI, 608-782-3092.
Sept. 6-7, La Crosse Storytelling Festival, 11th annual,
an event for all ages! Myrick Park, La Crosse
www.lacrossestoryfest.com.
Sept. 6-8, Mindoro Lions Spanferkel , annual festival
including a parade, ball games, fireworks, music and lots
of food! Mindoro, WI, 608-857-3433.
Sept. 7, Steppin’ Out in Pink, Walk to benefit cancer
research for the Norma J. Vinger Center for Breast
Cancer. Gundersen-Lutheran, 608-775-6600,
www.gundluth.org/steppinout.
Sept. 6-8, Elvis Explosion, Elvis impersonators from all
over the country complete for the championship,
La Crosse Center, 608-789-7400,
www.elvisexplosioncontest.com.
Sept. 27-29, Cranberry Festival, Warrens, WI. Fun
weekend with cranberry tours, photo contest, bicycle
tour, parade, music, food and an antique/flea/farmers
market, www.cranfest.com.
Oct. 5, Galesville Apple Affair, Bike tours through
apple orchards & hills, crafts, flea market, farmer’s market, displays, entertainment, old car tour, food & lots of
apples, 608-582-2868.
Oct. 12, Historic Downtown La Crosse Day, Events to
celebrate the history of La Crosse; entertainment, music,
food, tours & more, Oct 13, Downtown Tour of Upper
living, 608-784-0440, www.lacrossedowntown.com.
Oct. 26, Halloween Trick-or-Treating,11am-4pm.
Candy for families out shopping! Costume contest for
businesses! www.lacrossedowntown.com
Nov. 8, Downtown La Crosse Holiday Open House,
Enjoy the start of the Holiday Season in downtown La
Crosse. Shop, eat and be merry! Over 50 Participating
businesses; Rain, shine or snow! 5pm-9pm
www.lacrossedowntown.com.
Nov. 14-17, Holiday Fair, 50th annual Craft Fair at the La
Crosse Center, 608-789-7400, www.lacrossecenter.com.
Nov. 8-10 , Tiny Tim Gala Benefit, Dinner and entertainment, silent & live auction benefits local organizations reservations needed. Open to public, Festival of
Trees and Jingle Bell Brunch 608-392-9766,
www.tinytimgala.org.
Nov. 17, Turkey Trot, Join over 1500 runners and walkers. Turkey Trot 5K & Jr. Gobbler Races. Organized by
UW-La Crosse Rec Sports, 608-785-5225,
www.uwlax.edu/turkeytrot.
Nov. 22-Dec. 31, Rotary Lights Display, Riverside Park.
More than 2 million holiday lights, Santa, entertainment
& live nativity scenes. Donations benefit local charities,
www.rotarylights.org.
Dec. 7, Season of Art Winter Show, Fine art and craft
show brought to you by the La Crosse Society of Arts
and Crafts. Free admission. Located in Holmen Square
Mall,10:00 am-4:00 pm, 608-526-2255
Dec. 31, Skyrocker’s New Year’s Eve, Fireworks from
atop Grandad Bluff. Since 1929. Early Bird Show at 6pm;
Traditional Show at midnight, www.skyrockers.org.
Sept. 19-22, Applefest, La Crescent, MN. A tribute to its
apple industry, this festival includes orchard tours, arts
and crafts, flea market, parade and pageants,
507-895-2800, www.applefestusa.com.
Sept. 27-Oct 5, 53rd Annual Oktoberfest, Two fest
grounds, La Crosse. Ethnic festival with parades, arts and
crafts, music, sporting events, rides, food and beverages
and special events for the 50th. 608-784-FEST,
www.oktoberfestusa.com.
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J
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La Crosse on Hwy. 14 & 61 you’ll
find Westby, a little city with a big
Velkommen! First settled in 1843 by
Norwegian immigrants, Westby is full
of heritage and Scandinavian hospitality.
They celebrate their Norwegian heritage
each year with a festival called Syttende
Mai, Norwegian for “17th of May” which
is Norway’s Constitution Day.
You can find authentic Norwegian
goods all year round at Dregne’s
Scandinavian Gifts. Dregne’s is a full line
gift and card store that even maintains a
year round Christmas section. Across the
street on State, relax and sip on freshly
brewed coffee at the Ole & Lena Kaffe
Hus. Take in a lunch and treat yourself to
fresh ice cream for dessert.
While in town, enjoy some genuine
Norwegian lefse & locally made cheese!
A must stop is the Westby Creamery, to
pick up farm fresh dairy products.
In Westby itself, The Westby House
Victorian Inn is a beautifully decorated
bed & breakfast where you will enjoy
their fabulous accommodations. For a
very nice, inexpensive place to stay that
offers a home style restaurant and convenience store, stop in at the Central
Express Inn & Restaurant. Just north of
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tory with an outlet gift shop, where you
can also find cheese gifts, Amish crafts,
candy and maple syrup.
You’ll find your stay in the greater Westby community a wonderful
experience...don’t miss out. u
Our 38 year tradition
brings you a revelation of
Norway’s most treasured
gifts in one location!
100 S. Main, Westby, WI 54667
1-877-634-4414
www.dregnesscandinaviangifts.com
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Over 40
Varieties
of Cheese
Visit our cheese store
Open 7 days a week 8-5
Fresh Cheese Curds!
Watch Cheese Being Made!
Cty D between Westby & Cashton
888-320-9469 • www.oldcountrycheese.com
Photo courtesy of Larry Durfy
401 S. Main St. • Westby, WI 54667
608-634-3181 ~ 800-492-9282
www.westbycreamery.com
Factory Outlet & Gift Shop
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Photo courtesy of First Expressions
olmen, Wisconsin is a thriving and fast growing family-oriented community located just minutes north of
La Crosse. Pizza Corral is a well known and popular restaurant
featuring the best in pizza and chicken. Stay the night at Prairie Inn
& Suites, a spacious new hotel and the only one in Holmen! Visit
Downtown Holmen on Main Street for a unique shopping experience
at several fine stores such as Holmen Locker & Meat Market. Nearby,
you can visit the Van Loon Wildlife Area, a natural preserve and
hunting destination.
McGilvray Road and the Van Loon
Wildlife Area are home to historic and
rare bowstring truss bridges. Built
between 1905 and 1908, these bridges
are listed on the National Register of
Historic Places. These beautiful bridges
are located on the Black River in northwestern La Crosse County, just north
of Holmen, Wisconsin, within a natural
wildlife setting and scenic walking trail.
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Tourist and Lodging Information (608) 781-9570 or 1-800-873-1901
RESTAURANTS
PARKS
10. Ciattis Italian Restaurant
7. Rowe
1. Lindy's Subs and Salads
8. Van Riper
2. The Timbers
9. Sledding Hill/Ice Rink
CONVENTION FACILITY/ ICE ARENA
SPECIALTY STORES
OmniCenter
4. Treehouse Gift & Home
255 Riders Club Street
GAS STATION
PUBLIC FACILITIES
Various Locations
City Hall/Police/Fire
City Hall
INFORMATION
415 Main Street
Center for Commerce
and Tourism
Police Department
1101 Main Street
785-5940 (Non-Emergency)
781-9570 or 800-873-1901
911 (Emergency only)
5. La Crosse Visitor
Library & Historical Museum
LODGING
741 Oak Avenue South
3. Cozy Corner Cottages
NATIONAL FISH & WILDLIFE REFUGE
6. Onalaska Inn
Visitor Center
11. Stoney Creek Inn
OBSERVATION WAYSIDE
BOAT RENTAL AND BAIT
HWY 35 N
12. Schafer’s Boats & Bait
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reat glaciers of the Ice Age bypassed Onalaska, forming the “driftless region”
which left the majestic scenery and topography of Onalaska. The steep rocky
bluffs, winding valleys, fertile river bottom and great Mississippi River Basin
made the Onalaska area appealing for habitation. As early as 8,000 BC, Native Americans
lived in small mobile family groups in the Onalaska area. Later, the Oneota culture was
noted for their farming methods, as well as using the area for fishing, and hunting.
Onalaska was originally founded by Thomas G. Rowe from New York, who came here in
1851. It soon became a flourishing lumber town. The name “Onalaska” came from the
poem, “The Pleasures of Hope,” by Thomas Campbell, published in 1799. Rowe liked the
line, “The wolf’s long howl from Oonalaska’s shore,” and decided to use the name, only
with one “o”. Onalaska is built on a ridge overlooking Lake Onalaska and the Black River,
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1258 County Road PH
Onalaska, WI 54650
(608) 782-3257
www.olivejuicequilts.com
mon - sat 10-5 ▪ thurs 10-8 ▪ sun 12-4
All model machine repair with
90 day guarantee!
Onalaska’s Premier Wine Bar
Wine & Beer by the Glass
Amazing Wine Selection
Unique Gifts & Accessories
Relaxing & Inviting Atmosphere
Daily Specials & Monthly Events
9348 State Hwy 16 Onalaska 608-781-2626 www.unwinedwi.com
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May 4-May 16
May 17-June 2
June 4-Sept. 21
11:00 AM Daily
11:00 AM Daily
1:30 PM Daily
11:00 AM Daily
1:30 PM Daily
3:30 PM Sat & Sun
Sept. 22-Oct. 27
1:30 PM Daily
11:00 AM Sun, 3:30 PM Sat
11:00 AM Available to Groups
M-Sat
5:30 PM Fri
5:30 PM Wed & Fri
5:30 PM Wed & Fri
5:30 PM Fri
*Friday Night Dinner
Cruises – 2 hrs w/live music
Available to Groups
7:30 PM
7:30 PM
7:30 PM Ending 10/11
*Saturday Night Dinner
Cruises – 2 1/2 hrs. w/live
music, “lock thru”
6:00 PM
6:00 PM
6:00 PM
6:00 PM
*Sunday Captain’s Brunch
– 2 hrs. “lock thru”
11:00 AM
11:00 AM
11:00 AM
11:00 AM
6:00 PM
6:00 PM
Sightseeing – 1 1/2 hrs.
except 11:00am Sun.-2 hrs.
*Cocktail – 1 1/2 hrs.
complimentary pizza &
unlimited beer & soda
*Sunday Night Dinner
Available to Groups
Cruises – 2 hrs. w/live music
*Three Hour Cruises –
w/meal “lock thru”
Sat June 29, 10:00-1:00
Wed July 10, 1:30-4:30
May 25
Sat July 27, 10:00-1:00
Available to Groups 10:00SatAM–1:
00 PM Sat Aug 10, 10:00-1:00
Thurs Aug 22, 1:30-4:30
Thurs Sept 12, 10:00-1:00
*Luncheon Cruises/
Moonlight
Call for Availability
Available to Groups
Tues Sept 24, 10:00-1:00
Sat Sept 28, 10:00-1:00
Sun Oct 6, 3:30-6:30
Wed Oct 9, 10:00-1:00
Thurs Oct 10, 1:30-4:30
Sat Oct 12, 10:00-1:00
* “Lock thru” will occur on selected cruises if conditions are permitting.
We frequently add cruises to our schedule, please call for updates. Charters may prevail on ALL cruises.
* RESERVATIONS NECESSARY FOR FOOD CRUISES (608) 784-2893
VISA/MASTERCARD ACCEPTED
WI Sales Tax, Gratuity, Port Charge not included. Gift Certificates are available.
La Crosse Queen Boat Dock
Located in Riverside park (West on State St.)
P.O. Box 1805, La Crosse, WI 54602-1850
Phone (608)784-2893
WWW.LACROSSEQUEEN.COM

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