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SUMMARY:66th Annual All Student Juried Art Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:66th Annual All Student Juried Art Exhibition\nOpening Reception: February 6\, 5 p.m.\nOn display through March 8\, 2026\nUWL Students from across campus submit work for professional review and consideration for this annual exhibition.\nFree and open to the public. \nGallery Hours: Mon.-Thur. 1- 8 p.m.; Fri. – Sun. 1-5 p.m.
URL:https://www.explorelacrescent.com/event/66th-annual-all-student-juried-art-exhibition/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:UWL Art Gallery\, Lowe Center for the Arts\, 333 North 16th Street\, La Crosse\, WI\, 54601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="UWL School of Visual &amp%3B Performing Arts":MAILTO:vpa@uwlax.edu
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SUMMARY:2026 Root River Triathlon
DESCRIPTION:Get Ready for the 2026 Root River Triathlon! \nThe Root River Triathlon returns on Saturday\, May 16\, 2026 — and we can’t wait to see you at the starting line! \nWhether you’re a seasoned competitor or trying your first multi-sport event\, this unique\, non-swimming triathlon along the scenic Root River is the perfect challenge and adventure. \nRegister now and save!\nRegistration prices will increase on Saturday\, November 1st\, so don’t wait to lock in your spot at the best rate. \nJoin the fun\, the fitness\, and the community spirit that make the Root River Triathlon one of the Midwest’s favorite events! \nSign up today and start training for an unforgettable race day. \nhttp://rootrivertriathlon.org \nHosted by: Houston\, MN Lions
URL:https://www.explorelacrescent.com/event/2026-root-river-triathlon/
LOCATION:Houston Nature Center Park\, 215 W Plum Street\, Houston\, MN\, 55943\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T193000
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SUMMARY:Incident at Our Lady of Perpetual Help - preview
DESCRIPTION:Let’s do the time warp and travel to 1973 for a retro coming-of-age comedy! You’ve heard of the Brady Bunch and the Partridge Family\, now meet the wonderful and wacky O’Sheas: an upstanding Irish-Catholic family who can’t seem to escape comedic chaos. 19-year-old Linda O’Shea has been tasked by her frazzled mother to teach her little sister about the “birds and the bees”. But when the stern parish priest overhears\, holy hell breaks loose! The O’Sheas must scramble to outwit the priest\, confound a nosy neighbor\, and discover that nothing is more sacred than family.
URL:https://www.explorelacrescent.com/event/incident-at-our-lady-of-perpetual-help-preview/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Commonweal Theatre Company\, 208 Parkway Ave N\, Lanesboro\, MN\, 55949\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Commonweal Theatre Company":MAILTO:tickets@commonwealtheatre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260519T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260519T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T021615
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SUMMARY:Chamber Ribbon Cutting - Groovy Grounds Bistro + Coffee
DESCRIPTION:🎉 Ribbon Cutting Celebration – You’re Invited! 🎉 \nJoin the La Crescent Area Chamber of Commerce as we celebrate the Ribbon Cutting for Groovy Grounds Bistro + Coffee! \n📅 Tuesday\, May 19\n⏰ 11:00 AM\n📍 La Crescent\, MN \nHelp us welcome this exciting new spot to the community! After the ribbon cutting\, enjoy light snacks and beverages while you check out the space. \n☕ Don’t forget to browse their branded merchandise available for purchase! \n🎀 Come show your support and help us celebrate Groovy Grounds Bistro + Coffee!\nWe hope to see you there!
URL:https://www.explorelacrescent.com/event/chamber-ribbon-cutting-groovy-grounds-bistro-coffee/
LOCATION:Groovy Grounds Bistro + Coffee\, 28 North Walnut Street\, La Crescent\, MN\, 55947\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="La Crescent Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:chamber@explorelacrescent.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260519T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260519T200000
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CREATED:20260519T140230Z
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SUMMARY:Pints for a Purpose: La Crescent Animal Rescue
DESCRIPTION:Turtle Stack Brewery’s monthly Pints for a Purpose is benefiting La Crescent Animal Rescue for May! 10% of all beverage sales and 100% cash tips go directly to our animal rescue!
URL:https://www.explorelacrescent.com/event/pints-for-a-purpose-la-crescent-animal-rescue/
LOCATION:Turtle Stack Brewery\, 125 2nd St. S\, La Crosse\, WI\, 54601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="La Crescent Animal Rescue":MAILTO:info@lacrescentanimalrescue.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T130000
DTSTAMP:20260604T021615
CREATED:20260324T134840Z
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SUMMARY:La Crescent Chamber Lunch & Learn: Energy Savings for your Business
DESCRIPTION:La Crescent Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Lunch & Learn\nEnergy Savings for Your Business\nThursday\, May 21 | 12:00–1:00 PM\nCorky’s Pizza – Event Room | La Crescent\, MN\nIf interested\, a Lunch Buffet will be offered at $10 per person \nJoin the La Crescent Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism for an informative Lunch & Learn focused on helping local businesses reduce costs and improve efficiency. \nIn partnership with the City of La Crescent and Xcel Energy\, this session will highlight valuable energy-saving opportunities available through utility and state rebate programs. Representatives will share how businesses can take advantage of programs offered by Xcel Energy and the Energy Smart program through the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce. \nEnergy is one of the most significant operating expenses for many businesses; this event will provide practical ways to lower utility bills\, reduce ongoing costs\, and enhance your operations. Learn how upgrades like LED lighting and improved HVAC systems can not only boost efficiency but also decrease maintenance needs over time. \nWe hope to see you there!
URL:https://www.explorelacrescent.com/event/la-crescent-chamber-lunch-learn-energy-savings-for-your-business/
LOCATION:Corky’s Pizza\, 25 S Walnut St\, La Crescent\, MN\, 55947\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260521T170000
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SUMMARY:Happy Dancing Turtle presents: Frogs
DESCRIPTION:Leap into spring by celebrating frogs! Learn about special frog adaptations\, what types of frogs we have in our region\, and try your hand at being a frog. How many insects can you catch in our Frog Frenzy game?
URL:https://www.explorelacrescent.com/event/happy-dancing-turtle-presents-frogs/
LOCATION:La Crescent Community Building\, 336 S. 1st St\, La Crescent\, MN\, 55947\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T021615
CREATED:20260319T122523Z
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SUMMARY:Fore Pete's Sake Golf Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Fore Pete’s Sake Golf Tournament\nSaturday\, May 23rd\n9am Shotgun Start\nPine Creek Golf Course\, La Crescent\, MN\n4 Person Scramble\nLunch Included\n9 Holes & Cart\n$50 per person \nPresented by: The La Crescent Rotary & Congdon Family\nhttps://givebutter.com/fore-petes-sake-golf-tournament-2026 \nThe Story of “Fore Pete’s Sake”\nA Legacy of Service and Smiles The “Fore Pete’s Sake” Golf Outing is more than just a day on the greens; it is a tribute to the late Pete Congdon\, a man whose life was defined by his commitment to others and his infectious positive attitude. Pete served as the President of the La Crescent Rotary from 2014 to 2015\, a time during which he championed the club’s mission to be “impactful both in La Crescent and internationally”. \nPete’s Spirit Known for his humor and resilience\, Pete faced significant health challenges with the same grace he brought to his leadership roles. Even while battling brain tumors\, he remained an active and high-spirited member of the community\, planning for events like Oktoberfest and sharing his excitement for life with everyone he met. He was a man who believed that “every meal was the best meal” and that every stranger was just a friend he hadn’t met yet. Pete passed on in 2023\, but his passion and energy lives in all who knew him. \nWhy We Play Established through a partnership between the La Crescent Rotary and the Congdon Family\, this tournament carries forward Pete’s “story of why”. \n\nFor Participants: It’s an opportunity to honor a beloved community member while enjoying a game Pete loved—the same game where he once celebrated a hole-in-one at Pine Creek Golf Course.\nFor Sponsors: It is a way to invest in the very community service projects Pete held dear. From supporting local students through scholarships to funding life-saving equipment like AEDs and robotics programs\, your sponsorship directly fuels the “Service Above Self” legacy Pete lived by.\n\nJoin the Mission By joining us as a participant or sponsor\, you aren’t just supporting an event; you are becoming part of a story that values family\, service\, and the “mighty” impact of a dedicated community. \nSponsorship Levels\nYour support helps us continue Pete’s work across various community initiatives: \n\n$500 Lunch Sponsor\n$300 Swag Sponsor\n$200 Ball Sponsor\n$100 Hole Sponsor\n\nSponsors can get more information\, submit their payment\, or commit to send a check at https://givebutter.com/fore-petes-sake-sponsorship-2026 \nJoin us at the Pine Creek Golf Course to play “Fore Pete’s Sake” and help us keep his spirit of service alive
URL:https://www.explorelacrescent.com/event/fore-petes-sake-golf-tournament/
LOCATION:Pine Creek Golf Course\, 3815 N Pine Creek Rd\, La Crescent\, MN\, 55947\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260523T220000
DTSTAMP:20260604T021615
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SUMMARY:Incident at Our Lady of Perpetual Help
DESCRIPTION:Let’s do the time warp and travel to 1973 for a retro coming-of-age comedy! You’ve heard of the Brady Bunch and the Partridge Family\, now meet the wonderful and wacky O’Sheas: an upstanding Irish-Catholic family who can’t seem to escape comedic chaos. 19-year-old Linda O’Shea has been tasked by her frazzled mother to teach her little sister about the “birds and the bees”. But when the stern parish priest overhears\, holy hell breaks loose! The O’Sheas must scramble to outwit the priest\, confound a nosy neighbor\, and discover that nothing is more sacred than family.
URL:https://www.explorelacrescent.com/event/incident-at-our-lady-of-perpetual-help/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:Commonweal Theatre Company\, 208 Parkway Ave N\, Lanesboro\, MN\, 55949\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Commonweal Theatre Company":MAILTO:tickets@commonwealtheatre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T021615
CREATED:20260318T154814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T154814Z
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SUMMARY:Driftless Dash
DESCRIPTION:The Driftless Dash 5K is a unique “color dash” event where participants run through color stations along the beautiful bluff country route. At each station\, you’ll be showered with vibrant\, safe\, non-toxic powder in rainbow colors. \nIt’s not about speed—it’s about fun\, community\, and supporting a great cause! Participants of all ages and fitness levels are welcome. Walk\, jog\, or run at your own pace. \nBy the end\, you’ll be covered in colors representing the vibrancy and energy of our community’s support for women’s athletics.
URL:https://www.explorelacrescent.com/event/driftless-dash/
LOCATION:La Crescent Veterans Park\, 595 Veterans Parkway\, La Crescent\, MN\, 55947
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Driftless Dash":MAILTO:info@driftlessdash.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T213000
DTSTAMP:20260604T021615
CREATED:20260317T141713Z
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SUMMARY:No Wake
DESCRIPTION:With determination (and a bullhorn)\, retired professor Peter Michaels is on a mission to save the loons of Lake Winnipesaukee\, who are dying in record numbers. Meanwhile\, 19-year-old Sarah struggles to make ends meet by cleaning cabins. Over the course of a summer\, the unlikely pair slowly builds trust across a generational divide\, encouraging each other to shed the shadows of their pasts and honor those they cherish most. Our 38th season opens with a poignant charmer that ripples with humor and heart.
URL:https://www.explorelacrescent.com/event/no-wake/2026-05-29/
LOCATION:Commonweal Theatre Company\, 208 Parkway Ave N\, Lanesboro\, MN\, 55949\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T235959
DTSTAMP:20260604T021615
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SUMMARY:La Crescent Apple Jacks Baseball Home Baseball Game
DESCRIPTION:La Crescent Apple Jacks Vintage Base Ball – 2026 Season \nStep back in time and experience America’s pastime as it was played in the 1860s! The La Crescent Apple Jacks Base Ball Club is a vintage base ball team playing by 1860 rules\, offering a fun\, family-friendly look at the history of the game. \nEstablished in 2004 as a community outreach program of the La Crescent Area Historical Society\, the Apple Jacks bring together men and women to celebrate history\, sportsmanship\, and community. The team is proudly affiliated with the Vintage Base Ball Association of America (VBBA). \n🎩 What to Expect \nAuthentic 1860s base ball rules and traditions \nPeriod-style uniforms and equipment \nFriendly competition and historical interpretation \nEducational and entertaining for all ages \n⚾ Interested in Playing?\nAnyone and everyone is encouraged to participate. For safety reasons\, players should be high school age or older. Contact the team to get more information. \n📍 Home Field\nOld Hickory Park\n1200 Jonathon Lane\nLa Crescent\, MN 55947 \n🗓️ 2026 Season Schedule \nMay 16 (Saturday) – East Bethel\, MN \nMay 30 (Saturday) – La Crescent\, MN (HOME GAME 12pm) \nJune 5 (Friday) – Wykoff\, MN \nJune 20 (Saturday) – Menomonie\, WI \nJune 28 (Sunday) – La Crescent\, MN (HOME GAME 12pm) \nJuly 18 (Saturday) – Stillwater\, MN \nJuly 26 (Sunday) – Highland Prairie\, MN \nAugust 8 (Saturday) – Rochester\, MN \nAugust 15 (Saturday) – La Crescent\, MN (HOME GAME 12pm) \nSeptember 13 (Sunday) – Highland Prairie\, MN \nSeptember 19 (Saturday) – La Crescent\, MN (HOME GAME 12pm) \n(Home games in La Crescent) \nBring a lawn chair or blanket\, cheer on the Apple Jacks\, and enjoy a truly vintage baseball experience during the 2026 season! Check out future updates on their Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/LaCrescentAppleJacks
URL:https://www.explorelacrescent.com/event/la-crescent-apple-jacks-baseball-home-baseball-game/2026-05-30/
LOCATION:Old Hickory Park\, 1135 Johnathan Lane\, La Crescent\, MN
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260603T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260603T130000
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SUMMARY:La Crescent Chamber Lunch & Learn with Tommy O'Neil from Amazon Hub Delivery Program
DESCRIPTION:📦💼 Local Businesses – Want to learn more about Amazon’s Hub Delivery Program? \nJoin us for an upcoming Lunch & Learn with Tommy O’Neil from Amazon’s Hub Delivery Program! Learn how local businesses can partner with Amazon to deliver packages right here in their local communities. \nTommy will explain how the program works\, what daily operations look like\, earning potential\, and answer your questions about whether this program could be a fit for your business. \n📅 Wednesday\, June 3rd\n⏰ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM\n📍 Corky’s Pizza Event Room \n🍕 Lunch will be available for $10 per person and includes the pizza buffet. \nCome gather information\, ask questions\, and connect with other local businesses! Registration details coming soon.
URL:https://www.explorelacrescent.com/event/la-crescent-chamber-lunch-learn-with-tommy-oneil-from-amazon-hub-delivery-program/
LOCATION:Corky’s Pizza\, 25 S Walnut St\, La Crescent\, MN\, 55947\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chamber Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="La Crescent Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:chamber@explorelacrescent.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260604T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260604T190000
DTSTAMP:20260604T021615
CREATED:20260602T130443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T130443Z
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SUMMARY:Opening Reception for Art Exhibition - Chicāhuac Exhibition: Women’s Stories of Strength & Sacrifice from Rural Mexico to the Midwest
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the opening reception of the traveling Chicāhuac Exhibition: Women’s Stories of Strength & Sacrifice\nfrom Rural Mexico to the Midwest on Thursday\, June 4th! \n5:30pm open house\, 6:00pm program \nCelebrate these incredible women from Mexico with us. Enjoy refreshments\, make a marigold craft\, walk through the exhibit\, and hear about the inspiration behind the creation of this exhibition and why these six women are heroes to their families. Guests from Puentes Bridges and family members of those featured will be present and leading the program. \nThis program is connected with Light for the World – La Crescent and our community conversations around immigration. You’re invited to learn more about the impact of this work at our June community conversation\, which focuses on real stories. Save the date: June 17th at 6:00pm at the La Crescent Community Building.
URL:https://www.explorelacrescent.com/event/opening-reception-for-art-exhibition-chicahuac-exhibition-womens-stories-of-strength-sacrifice-from-rural-mexico-to-the-midwest/
LOCATION:La Crescent Public Library\, 321 Main St.\, La Crescent\, MN\, 55947\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260610T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260610T193000
DTSTAMP:20260604T021615
CREATED:20260513T135010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T135010Z
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SUMMARY:La Crescent Live with Mr. Blink!
DESCRIPTION:You won’t want to miss the La Crescent Live season opener concert June 10th with the incredible Mr. Blink! Enjoy this free family-friendly outdoor concert that includes food and beverage vendors and a variety of family games. Seating is available but feel free to bring a lawn chair or blanket.
URL:https://www.explorelacrescent.com/event/la-crescent-live-with-mr-blink/
LOCATION:322 S 1st St\, La Crescent
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260611T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260611T160000
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SUMMARY:Animals on the Road
DESCRIPTION:Eagle Bluff’s Animals on the Road program brings live animal ambassadors for an exciting\, interactive learning experience led by a professional educator. Each session sparks curiosity\, builds environmental awareness\, and inspires meaningful connections with wildlife through engaging presentations featuring skunks\, raptors\, reptiles\, or amphibians. \nThis program is part of the library’s summer reading program “Plant a Seed\, Read!” and is sponsored by the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
URL:https://www.explorelacrescent.com/event/animals-on-the-road/
LOCATION:La Crescent Community Building\, 336 S. 1st St\, La Crescent\, MN\, 55947\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T190000
DTSTAMP:20260604T021615
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SUMMARY:Botanical Mocktail Experience
DESCRIPTION:Space is limited\, so registration is required. Please follow this link to register: https://forms.gle/affZQ4HqoJTYpJs37 \nTogether\, we’ll explore the art of crafting herbal mocktails from garden to glass. You’ll learn how to thoughtfully incorporate fresh and dried herbs into beautiful\, functional drinks while gaining practical knowledge you can easily recreate at home. \nThroughout the workshop\, you’ll:\n~ Discover beginner-friendly gardening tips for growing herbs suited for teas\, syrups\, and infusions\n~ Learn the foundations of mocktail formulation\n~ Taste a variety of seasonal herbal mocktail samples\n~ Leave with recipes and inspiration to bring herbal beverages into your everyday routine \nThis workshop blends education\, storytelling\, and sensory experience — perfect for groups looking to slow down\, connect\, and learn something new together. \nThis activity is funded in collaboration with Gundersen Medical Foundation and the All of Us Research Program. \nKristy Honaker is the heart behind Hona Goods\, where she brings together her passion for gardening\, herbal education\, and hands-on learning to create meaningful\, accessible experiences for her community. With a background in Public Health (MPH) and Psychology (BA)\, Kristy approaches her work through a lens of wellness\, connection\, and lifelong learning. \nYour health and safety are important to us. Please take precautions if you have any known food allergies. Ingredient lists and recipes will be provided at the demonstration. The La Crescent Public Library\, our class instructor\, and the sponsors are not responsible for any illness or injury that may occur.
URL:https://www.explorelacrescent.com/event/botanical-mocktail-experience/
LOCATION:La Crescent Community Building\, 336 S. 1st St\, La Crescent\, MN\, 55947\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T100000
DTSTAMP:20260604T021615
CREATED:20260602T130407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T130407Z
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SUMMARY:Audiobook Walk
DESCRIPTION:Bring your headphones and your favorite walking shoes and spend some time with the audiobook of your choice as we hit the La Crescent trails together! We’ll meet at a local trailhead and walk together\, then stop for refreshments at a local business afterward. \nSaturday\, June 13th\, 8:30am at Wagon Wheel\nTrail — meet at the pedestrian bridge \nParking available in the lot next to the bridge\, behind\nthe Wieser Professional Building\, 33 S. Walnut St. \nRefreshments at Groovy Grounds after the hike.
URL:https://www.explorelacrescent.com/event/audiobook-walk-2/
LOCATION:Wagon Wheel Bridge Trail Head\, 33 South Walnut\, La Crescent\, MN\, 55947
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260614T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260614T140000
DTSTAMP:20260604T021615
CREATED:20260602T130353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T130353Z
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SUMMARY:Community Read Book Discussion: Solito
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Community Read Book Discussion of Solito: a Memoir by Javier Zamora. This program is for folks interested in discussing the book. We’ll meet on the patio if the weather permits\, otherwise\, we’ll be inside. \nFood and beverage available for purchase by our host site\, Groovy Grounds Bistro + Coffee. \nThis program is sponsored by Light for the World – La Crescent. Copies of the book were made available thanks to a Peace and Justice Grant from the MN United Methodist Church.
URL:https://www.explorelacrescent.com/event/community-read-book-discussion-solito/
LOCATION:Groovy Grounds Bistro + Coffee\, 28 North Walnut Street\, La Crescent\, MN\, 55947\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260615T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260615T190000
DTSTAMP:20260604T021615
CREATED:20260602T130341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T130341Z
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SUMMARY:Abolitionists of Southeast Minnesota
DESCRIPTION:This program explores the role of abolitionists who migrated west in the decades leading up to the U.S. Civil War\, including those who settled in Minnesota during the 1850s. Project Get Outdoors Coordinator and Naturalist Sara Holger shares stories gathered through oral history interviews with descendants of abolitionists who lived in southeast Minnesota\, some of whom were involved in the Underground Railroad before slavery was abolished. \nThis program is sponsored by the MN Legacy Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
URL:https://www.explorelacrescent.com/event/abolitionists-of-southeast-minnesota/
LOCATION:La Crescent Community Building\, 336 S. 1st St\, La Crescent\, MN\, 55947\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T193000
DTSTAMP:20260604T021615
CREATED:20260602T130324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T130324Z
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SUMMARY:Light for the World - La Crescent: Community Conversations featuring Real Stories
DESCRIPTION:This month\, we welcome guests from Puentes Bridges who will share their own personal stories about immigration and their connection to the women featured in the Chicāhuac exhibit at La Crescent Public Library. Listen and learn about the positive impact their work on farms has in our local communities and for their families in Mexico. \nThis program is co-hosted by Light for the World – La Crescent. We are an ecumenical group sponsored through Prince of Peace\, Crucifixion\, and United Methodist Churches\, and the La Crescent Public Library. We invite you to come learn and grow with us through monthly conversations. The focus for 2026 will be on immigration.
URL:https://www.explorelacrescent.com/event/light-for-the-world-la-crescent-community-conversations-featuring-real-stories/
LOCATION:La Crescent Community Building\, 336 S. 1st St\, La Crescent\, MN\, 55947\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T021615
CREATED:20260602T130307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T130307Z
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SUMMARY:Happy Dancing Turtle presents: Pollinator Pals
DESCRIPTION:Buzz\, flutter\, and fly along with Happy Dancing Turtle as we explore the amazing world of pollinators. Discover why pollinators are so important and go on a pollinator hunt in your local park!
URL:https://www.explorelacrescent.com/event/happy-dancing-turtle-presents-pollinator-pals/
LOCATION:La Crescent Community Building\, 336 S. 1st St\, La Crescent\, MN\, 55947\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T180000
DTSTAMP:20260604T021615
CREATED:20260318T200913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T200913Z
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SUMMARY:Casting Lead Free Pewter with Pedal to the Metal!
DESCRIPTION:Cast your own small sculpture\, pendant\, keychain\, pin\, magnet or more with Pedal to the Metal : traveling foundry! You will be able to make at least one small sculpture\, finish the sculpture using basic metalworking hand tools and inks\, and take it home with you. All ages are encouraged to participate however children under the age of 9 should plan to have an adult assistant. \nThis program is part of the library’s summer reading program\, “Plant a Seed\, Read!” and is sponsored by the MN Legacy Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
URL:https://www.explorelacrescent.com/event/casting-lead-free-pewter-with-pedal-to-the-metal/
LOCATION:La Crescent Community Building\, 336 S. 1st St\, La Crescent\, MN\, 55947\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T113000
DTSTAMP:20260604T021615
CREATED:20260602T130224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T130224Z
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SUMMARY:MatchMakers Book Club: One Golden Summer
DESCRIPTION:Like reading romance? Join the library for our summer pop-up book club featuring romance reads and craft time! Enjoy light discussion and crafts over your beverage of choice. Bring a project you’ve been working on\, mending\, or peruse idea books from the library and coloring pages. \nABOUT THE BOOK – One Golden Summer by Carley Fortune\nGood things happen at the lake. That’s what Alice’s grandmother says\, and it’s true. Alice spent just one summer there at a cottage with Nan when she was seventeen—it’s where she took that photo\, the one of three grinning teenagers in a yellow speedboat\, the image that changed her life. \nNow Alice lives behind a lens. As a photographer\, she’s most comfortable on the sidelines\, letting other people shine. Lately though\, she’s been itching for something more\, and when Nan falls and breaks her hip\, Alice comes up with a plan for them both: another summer in that magical place\, Barry’s Bay. But as soon as they settle in\, their peace is disrupted by the roar of a familiar yellow boat\, and the man driving it. \nCharlie Florek was nineteen when Alice took his photo from afar. Now he’s all grown up—a shameless flirt\, who manages to make Nan laugh and Alice long to be seventeen again\, when life was simpler\, when taking pictures was just for fun. Sun-slanted days and warm nights out on the lake with Charlie are a balm for Alice’s soul\, but when she looks up and sees his piercing green gaze directly on her\, she begins to worry for her heart. \nBecause Alice sees people—that’s why she is so good at what she does—but she’s never met someone who looks and sees her right back.
URL:https://www.explorelacrescent.com/event/matchmakers-book-club-one-golden-summer/
LOCATION:Groovy Grounds Bistro + Coffee\, 28 North Walnut Street\, La Crescent\, MN\, 55947\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T021615
CREATED:20260602T130237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T130237Z
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SUMMARY:Macrame' a Produce Hanger
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a unique workshop where you will delve into the art of creating a one-of-a-kind macramé produce hanger\, just in time for Farmer’s Market season! Let your creativity flourish as you learn foundational macramé knots to set your macramé journey into motion. \nUnder the expert guidance of Megan\, Macramé Mama WI\, all necessary supplies will be provided for you to craft your own masterpiece.\nBest for ages 12+. \nThis program is free to attend\, but registration is required as supplies are limited. Please sign up using this link: https://forms.gle/pjvAa6BazfAqG2kD6
URL:https://www.explorelacrescent.com/event/macrame-a-produce-hanger/
LOCATION:La Crescent Community Building\, 336 S. 1st St\, La Crescent\, MN\, 55947\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T173000
DTSTAMP:20260604T021615
CREATED:20260602T130252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T130252Z
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SUMMARY:Bird and Bug Brigade Nature Hike with Author and iNaturalist Teresa Veraguth
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever listened to the chirping birds and wondered which ones they were? Imagine finding a caterpillar and knowing which butterfly or moth it would will become. The book “Small Hands Can Help – Minnesota” is all about nature and adventure! \nWe’ll start at the Community Building to listen to a poem about how the loons change their eye color\, then we’ll head over to Wagon Wheel Trail (starting at the pedestrian bridge) for the “Bird & Bug Brigade” nature hike. \nGrown-ups: Bring a smartphone to learn community science apps or have your kiddos just use their eyes and ears to find the items on scavenger hunt handouts.
URL:https://www.explorelacrescent.com/event/bird-and-bug-brigade-nature-hike-with-author-and-inaturalist-teresa-veraguth/
LOCATION:La Crescent Community Building\, 336 S. 1st St\, La Crescent\, MN\, 55947\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260701T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260701T150000
DTSTAMP:20260604T021615
CREATED:20260602T130209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T130209Z
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SUMMARY:How a Book Is Made with Author Mary De Merle Schams
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the La Crescent-Hokah Elementary School Mezzanine for an interactive presentation with author Mary De Merle Schams! How A Book Is Made is all about where ideas come from. We’ll chat about the creative writing process\, make mistakes\, and embrace the messiness of the process. The interactive elements of this presentation include brainstorming and storyboarding exercises designed to motivate young writers to use their personal experiences and interests to help craft their own unique story. \nThis program is designed for ages 8-12\, but anyone interetsed is welcome!
URL:https://www.explorelacrescent.com/event/how-a-book-is-made-with-author-mary-de-merle-schams/
LOCATION:La Crescent-Hokah Elementary School\, 504 S Oak St.\, La Crescent\, MN\, 55947\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260707T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260707T190000
DTSTAMP:20260604T021615
CREATED:20260602T130152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T130152Z
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SUMMARY:Audiobook Walk
DESCRIPTION:Bring your headphones and your favorite walking shoes and spend some time with the audiobook of your choice as we hit the La Crescent trails together! We’ll meet at a local trailhead and walk together\, then stop for refreshments at a local business afterward. \nTuesday\, July 7th\, 5:30pm at Eagles Bluff Park —\nmeet at the library’s Farmers Market tent \nLimited parking available at the Veterans Park\nparking lot behind TimeOut Tavern\, 595 Veterans Pkwy. \nRefreshments at Swing Bridge Pub after the hike.
URL:https://www.explorelacrescent.com/event/audiobook-walk/
LOCATION:La Crescent Farmers Market\, 595 Veteran's Parkway\, La Crescent\, MN\, 55947\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T153000
DTSTAMP:20260604T021615
CREATED:20260319T115739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T115739Z
UID:10007882-1783521000-1783524600@www.explorelacrescent.com
SUMMARY:A Touch of Magic presents: Mixed Nuts\, a Family-Friendly Comedy Show
DESCRIPTION:What is everyone laughing about? It’s the Midwest’s favorite Kid’s Comedy undercover-Clown duo\, Mixed Nuts! Join us for physical comedy\, age-appropriate humor and uproarious audience participation! Guaranteed to produce side-splitting laughter for all ages! \nThis program is part of the library’s summer reading program\, “Plant a Seed\, Read!” and is sponsored by the Minnesota Legacy Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
URL:https://www.explorelacrescent.com/event/a-touch-of-magic-presents-mixed-nuts-a-family-friendly-comedy-show/
LOCATION:La Crescent Community Building\, 336 S. 1st St\, La Crescent\, MN\, 55947\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T113000
DTSTAMP:20260604T021615
CREATED:20260602T130136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T130136Z
UID:10008051-1783765800-1783769400@www.explorelacrescent.com
SUMMARY:Welcome to Storytelling with the Bluff Country Tale Spinners
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the La Crescent Community Building for Welcome to Storytelling! presented by the Bluff Country Tale Spinners and La Crosse Storytelling Festival. Come hear wonderful tales told by expert storytellers\, then enjoy craft time after the stories. \nLa Crosse Storytelling Festivals are the premier events in this area. For information and upcoming events\, visit: thepumphouse.org\, www.lacrossestoryfest.com\, and www.lacrossestoryfest.com/bluff-country-tale-spinners
URL:https://www.explorelacrescent.com/event/welcome-to-storytelling-with-the-bluff-country-tale-spinners-2/
LOCATION:La Crescent Community Building\, 336 S. 1st St\, La Crescent\, MN\, 55947\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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