Incident at Our Lady of Perpetual Help - preview
2026-05-16 19:30 - 22:00 (America/Chicago) | Commonweal Theatre Company, 208 Parkway Ave N, Lanesboro, MN, 55949, United States
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.

Chamber Ribbon Cutting - Groovy Grounds Bistro + Coffee
2026-05-19 11:00 - 12:00 | Groovy Grounds Bistro + Coffee, 28 North Walnut Street, La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
🎉 Ribbon Cutting Celebration – You’re Invited! 🎉
Join the La Crescent Area Chamber of Commerce as we celebrate the Ribbon Cutting for Groovy Grounds Bistro + Coffee!
📅 Tuesday, May 19
⏰ 11:00 AM
📍 La Crescent, MN
Help us welcome this exciting new spot to the community! After the ribbon cutting, enjoy light snacks and beverages while you check out the space.
☕ Don’t forget to browse their branded merchandise available for purchase!
🎀 Come show your support and help us celebrate Groovy Grounds Bistro + Coffee!
We hope to see you there!

Pints for a Purpose: La Crescent Animal Rescue
2026-05-19 16:00 - 20:00 | Turtle Stack Brewery, 125 2nd St. S, La Crosse, WI, 54601, United States
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!

La Crescent Chamber Lunch & Learn: Energy Savings for your Business
2026-05-21 12:00 - 13:00 | Corky’s Pizza, 25 S Walnut St, La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
La Crescent Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Lunch & Learn
Energy Savings for Your Business
Thursday, May 21 | 12:00–1:00 PM
Corky’s Pizza – Event Room | La Crescent, MN
If interested, a Lunch Buffet will be offered at $10 per person
Join the La Crescent Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism for an informative Lunch & Learn focused on helping local businesses reduce costs and improve efficiency.
In 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.
Energy 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.
We hope to see you there!

Happy Dancing Turtle presents: Frogs
2026-05-21 16:00 - 17:00 | La Crescent Community Building, 336 S. 1st St, La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
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?

Fore Pete's Sake Golf Tournament
2026-05-23 09:00 - 12:00 | Pine Creek Golf Course, 3815 N Pine Creek Rd, La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
Fore Pete’s Sake Golf Tournament
Saturday, May 23rd
9am Shotgun Start
Pine Creek Golf Course, La Crescent, MN
4 Person Scramble
Lunch Included
9 Holes & Cart
$50 per person
Presented by: The La Crescent Rotary & Congdon Family
https://givebutter.com/fore-petes-sake-golf-tournament-2026
The Story of “Fore Pete’s Sake”
A 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”.
Pete’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.
Why We Play Established through a partnership between the La Crescent Rotary and the Congdon Family, this tournament carries forward Pete’s “story of why”.

For 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.
For 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.

Join 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.
Sponsorship Levels
Your support helps us continue Pete’s work across various community initiatives:

$500 Lunch Sponsor
$300 Swag Sponsor
$200 Ball Sponsor
$100 Hole Sponsor

Sponsors can get more information, submit their payment, or commit to send a check at https://givebutter.com/fore-petes-sake-sponsorship-2026
Join us at the Pine Creek Golf Course to play “Fore Pete’s Sake” and help us keep his spirit of service alive

Incident at Our Lady of Perpetual Help
2026-05-23 19:30 - 22:00 | Commonweal Theatre Company, 208 Parkway Ave N, Lanesboro, MN, 55949, United States

Driftless Dash
2026-05-29 17:00 - 20:00 | La Crescent Veterans Park, 595 Veterans Parkway, La Crescent, MN, 55947
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.
It’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.
By the end, you’ll be covered in colors representing the vibrancy and energy of our community’s support for women’s athletics.

La Crescent Apple Jacks Baseball Home Baseball Game
2026-05-30 00:00 - 23:59 | Old Hickory Park, 1135 Johnathan Lane, La Crescent, MN
La Crescent Apple Jacks Vintage Base Ball – 2026 Season
Step 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.
Established 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).
🎩 What to Expect
Authentic 1860s base ball rules and traditions
Period-style uniforms and equipment
Friendly competition and historical interpretation
Educational and entertaining for all ages
⚾ Interested in Playing?
Anyone and everyone is encouraged to participate. For safety reasons, players should be high school age or older. Contact the team to get more information.
📍 Home Field
Old Hickory Park
1200 Jonathon Lane
La Crescent, MN 55947
🗓️ 2026 Season Schedule
May 16 (Saturday) – East Bethel, MN
May 30 (Saturday) – La Crescent, MN (HOME GAME 12pm)
June 5 (Friday) – Wykoff, MN
June 20 (Saturday) – Menomonie, WI
June 28 (Sunday) – La Crescent, MN (HOME GAME 12pm)
July 18 (Saturday) – Stillwater, MN
July 26 (Sunday) – Highland Prairie, MN
August 8 (Saturday) – Rochester, MN
August 15 (Saturday) – La Crescent, MN (HOME GAME 12pm)
September 13 (Sunday) – Highland Prairie, MN
September 19 (Saturday) – La Crescent, MN (HOME GAME 12pm)
(Home games in La Crescent)
Bring 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

La Crescent Chamber Lunch & Learn with Tommy O'Neil from Amazon Hub Delivery Program
2026-06-03 12:00 - 13:00 | Corky’s Pizza, 25 S Walnut St, La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
📦💼 Local Businesses – Want to learn more about Amazon’s Hub Delivery Program?
Join 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.
Tommy 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.
📅 Wednesday, June 3rd
⏰ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
📍 Corky’s Pizza Event Room
🍕 Lunch will be available for $10 per person and includes the pizza buffet.
Come gather information, ask questions, and connect with other local businesses! Registration details coming soon.

Opening Reception for Art Exhibition - Chicāhuac Exhibition: Women’s Stories of Strength & Sacrifice from Rural Mexico to the Midwest
2026-06-04 17:30 - 19:00 | La Crescent Public Library, 321 Main St., La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
Join us for the opening reception of the traveling Chicāhuac Exhibition: Women’s Stories of Strength & Sacrifice
from Rural Mexico to the Midwest on Thursday, June 4th!
5:30pm open house, 6:00pm program
Celebrate 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.
This 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.

La Crescent Live with Mr. Blink!
2026-06-10 17:30 - 19:30 | 322 S 1st St, La Crescent
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.

Animals on the Road
2026-06-11 15:00 - 16:00 | La Crescent Community Building, 336 S. 1st St, La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
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.
This 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.

Freedom 250 Refuge Relay
2026-06-12 - 2026-12-31 | WI
Visit 3 locations, take a photo and earn a patch! 2026 is America’s 250th anniversary. In honor of this milestone, Trempealeau National Wildlife Refuge and the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife and Fish Refuge are inviting visitors to participate in the Refuge Relay Challenge. This special event encourages everyone to explore locations where you can enjoy unique recreation and wildlife watching opportunities!
Fish and wildlife are resources that belong to all Americans. Working with partners, we strive to ensure that the rich diversity of species found within our national wildlife refuges are sustained for generations to come.
Learn more about YOUR national wildlife refuges by exploring at least three of fifteen locations where you can find access to bank fishing opportunities, access to land or water trails, or watch wildlife through the seasons. Take a selfie or identifying photo at that location to prove that you visited. Bring your three photos to one of the identified locations to show them off and earn a FREE special patch! Full details about locations to visit and the sites where you can pick up your patch can be found on our website https://www.fws.gov/event/freedom-250-refuge-relay.

Botanical Mocktail Experience
2026-06-12 17:30 - 19:00 | La Crescent Community Building, 336 S. 1st St, La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
Space is limited, so registration is required. Please follow this link to register: https://forms.gle/affZQ4HqoJTYpJs37
Together, 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.
Throughout the workshop, you’ll:
~ Discover beginner-friendly gardening tips for growing herbs suited for teas, syrups, and infusions
~ Learn the foundations of mocktail formulation
~ Taste a variety of seasonal herbal mocktail samples
~ Leave with recipes and inspiration to bring herbal beverages into your everyday routine
This workshop blends education, storytelling, and sensory experience — perfect for groups looking to slow down, connect, and learn something new together.
This activity is funded in collaboration with Gundersen Medical Foundation and the All of Us Research Program.
Kristy 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.
Your 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.

Audiobook Walk
2026-06-13 08:30 - 10:00 | Wagon Wheel Bridge Trail Head, 33 South Walnut, La Crescent, MN, 55947
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.
Saturday, June 13th, 8:30am at Wagon Wheel
Trail — meet at the pedestrian bridge
Parking available in the lot next to the bridge, behind
the Wieser Professional Building, 33 S. Walnut St.
Refreshments at Groovy Grounds after the hike.

Appleseed Community Theatre Presents: The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
2026-06-13 18:30 - 21:00 | La Crescent-Hoka High School Fine Arts Center, 1301 Lancer Blvd, La Crescent, Minnesota, 55947
Welcome to The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee… learned, rehearsed, and performed in just 24 hours! 😅
Join us as our cast and crew race against the clock to put together this hilarious and heartfelt musical in only ONE day. From outrageous spelling words to unforgettable characters, you never know what’s going to happen at the bee!
📅 June 13
🚪 Doors Open: 6:30 PM
🕖 Show Starts: 7:00 PM
📍 LaCrescent High School Fine Arts Center
🎟️ Pay what you can — suggested donation: $10
Come cheer on these spellers and witness the chaos, comedy, and magic of live theatre! 🐝✨

Community Read Book Discussion: Solito
2026-06-14 13:00 - 14:00 | Groovy Grounds Bistro + Coffee, 28 North Walnut Street, La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
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.
Food and beverage available for purchase by our host site, Groovy Grounds Bistro + Coffee.
This 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.

Abolitionists of Southeast Minnesota
2026-06-15 18:00 - 19:00 | La Crescent Community Building, 336 S. 1st St, La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
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.
This program is sponsored by the MN Legacy Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

Light for the World - La Crescent: Community Conversations featuring Real Stories
2026-06-17 18:00 - 19:30 | La Crescent Community Building, 336 S. 1st St, La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
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.
This 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.

Happy Dancing Turtle presents: Pollinator Pals
2026-06-18 16:00 - 17:00 | La Crescent Community Building, 336 S. 1st St, La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
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!

Casting Lead Free Pewter with Pedal to the Metal!
2026-06-24 15:00 - 18:00 | La Crescent Community Building, 336 S. 1st St, La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
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.
This 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.

La Crescent Live with Double Take!
2026-06-24 17:30 - 19:30 | La Crescent Live Park, 322 South 1st Street, La Crescent, Minnesota, 55947
Outdoor live concert with food and beverages available for purchase. Seating is available. You can bring your own chairs if you choose to.

MatchMakers Book Club: One Golden Summer
2026-06-27 10:00 - 11:30 | Groovy Grounds Bistro + Coffee, 28 North Walnut Street, La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
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.
ABOUT THE BOOK – One Golden Summer by Carley Fortune
Good 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.
Now 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.
Charlie 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.
Because 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.

Macrame' a Produce Hanger
2026-06-27 10:00 - 12:00 | La Crescent Community Building, 336 S. 1st St, La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
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.
Under the expert guidance of Megan, Macramé Mama WI, all necessary supplies will be provided for you to craft your own masterpiece.
Best for ages 12+.
This program is free to attend, but registration is required as supplies are limited. Please sign up using this link: https://forms.gle/pjvAa6BazfAqG2kD6

Bird and Bug Brigade Nature Hike with Author and iNaturalist Teresa Veraguth
2026-06-27 16:00 - 17:30 | La Crescent Community Building, 336 S. 1st St, La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
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!
We’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.
Grown-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.

How a Book Is Made with Author Mary De Merle Schams
2026-07-01 14:00 - 15:00 | La Crescent-Hokah Elementary School, 504 S Oak St., La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
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.
This program is designed for ages 8-12, but anyone interetsed is welcome!

Makerspace: Beginner Knitting and Weaving Workshop
2026-07-02 15:00 - 17:00 | La Crescent Community Building, 336 S. 1st St, La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
Join us for an afternoon of crafting your very own bookmark or wall hanging! No experience needed. Best for ages 7+.

Audiobook Walk
2026-07-07 17:30 - 19:00 | La Crescent Farmers Market, 595 Veteran's Parkway, La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
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.
Tuesday, July 7th, 5:30pm at Eagles Bluff Park —
meet at the library’s Farmers Market tent
Limited parking available at the Veterans Park
parking lot behind TimeOut Tavern, 595 Veterans Pkwy.
Refreshments at Swing Bridge Pub after the hike.

A Touch of Magic presents: Mixed Nuts, a Family-Friendly Comedy Show
2026-07-08 14:30 - 15:30 | La Crescent Community Building, 336 S. 1st St, La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
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!
This 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.
