Explore La Crescent

Graphic Novel Book Talk & Manga Art Workshop
2022-07-28 15:00 - 16:30 (America/Chicago) | La Crescent Public Library, 321 Main St., La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
Join UWL Professor Ryan Friesen for an exciting graphic novel book talk, then join artist Dana Friesen & learn how to draw your own manga!

La Crescent Farmer’s Market
2022-08-02 16:00 - 19:00, 2022-08-09 16:00 - 19:00, 2022-08-16 16:00 - 19:00, 2022-08-30 16:00 - 19:00 | La Crescent Area Event Center, 595 Veterans Parkway, La Crescent, MN, 55947
Tuesdays throughout the Summer 4 – 7 p.m. Our Motto is- Buy Local – Buy Fresh! Always a nice variety of Vendors who strive to bring you a wonderful selection of Market goods, whether grown or produced by hand. The Farmer’s Market is a family-friendly event, including Storytime and Craft Kits provided by the La Crescent Public Library. Located in parking lot adjacent to Veteran’s Park and La Crescent Event Center.

National Night Out 2022
2022-08-02 17:00 - 20:00 | Kistlerh Memorial Park, 608 S 7th Street, La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
The La Crescent Police Department invites you to the 16th annual National Night Out 2022
Tuesday, August 2nd, 5-8pm, at Frank J. Kistler Memorial Park
Gather for fun and celebrate a National Night Out against crime. Join local public safety officials for snacks, prizes and great activities:

Free swimming at the La Crescent Aquatic Center from 6:30 – 8:00pm
Information stations, music, and a photo booth
Demonstrations by La Crescent Police and La Crescent Fire Department
Fun demo with La Crescent-Hokah High School Robotics Team
Bicycle safety checks with the Bike Shoppe

National Night Out is an annual community-building event that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live.

Chamber Golf Outing - New Date!
2022-08-12 10:00 - 17:00 | Pine Creek Golf Course, 3815 N Pine Creek Rd, La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
RESCHEDULED! Due to heavy rain on the course, our Annual Golf Outing at Pine Creek Golf Course is now Friday, August 12th. 10:00am with a shotgun start. New this year we will play 18 holes. this is a four-person scramble with plenty of prizes to be awarded. The team registration fee of $320 includes lunch, golf cart, 18 holes of golf for a team of 4, fun, and prizes. This outing is open to all members and non-members. The Chamber Golf Outing provides opportunity to network, promote your company, and have some fun playing a beautiful golf course. Call the Chamber at 507-895-2800 to register your team.

Apple Blossom Bike Tour
2022-08-13 | WI
Join us for the Ninth Annual Apple Blossom Tour! 5 unique bicycling experiences, including a 5 mile family ride.

Author Talk with John Armbruster: Tailspin
2022-08-16 18:30 - 19:30 | La Crescent Community Building, 336 S. 1st St, La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
Join Author John Armbruster for a presentation and Q&A about his book, Tailspin, the true story of a Wisconsin WWII veteran you won’t believe is real! John’s presentation includes video and images from his research. Books will be available for sale.
About the book:
In November 1943, in the skies over Nazi Germany, a wounded American tail gunner, Gene Moran, lay in the severed tail of his Flying Fortress bomber. The mangled wreckage plunged four miles toward German soil. His parachute shredded by enemy fire, Gene awaited the inevitable.
The cartwheeling tail section slammed into a forest and dumped Gene onto the cold ground. He was alive! Gene fell four miles without a parachute and survived. But his ordeal had just begun. In the next seventeen months, Gene would endure some of the worst episodes of the American prisoner of war experience in occupied Europe, including the infamous “Hell Ship” and European Death March.
For more than sixty years, Gene said little about one of the most extraordinary stories of World War II until he met the author, John Armbruster. John, a close friend of the Moran family, initially refused to write Gene’s story. Twenty years removed from a journalism degree and writing high school basketball stories for newspapers, John couldn’t imagine taking on such significant work. But the author agreed to the project when one of Gene’s daughters told John, “He’ll do it, but only if you write it.” The journey of telling the story becomes a story itself.
Tailspin ​chronicles Gene’s unbelievable World War II survival saga. It will also show an elderly man finally coming to terms with the cruelties of a war that would haunt his entire life.
This program is sponsored by the La Crescent Public Library and the Friends of the La Crescent Public Library.

La Crescent Farmer’s Market
2022-08-23 16:00 - 19:00 | La Crescent Area Event Center, 595 Veterans Parkway, La Crescent, MN, 55947
Outdoor Market, Tuesdays throughout the Summer 4 – 7 p.m. Always a nice variety of Vendors who strive to bring you a wonderful selection of Market goods, whether grown or produced by hand. The Farmer’s Market is a family-friendly event, including Storytime and Craft Kits provided by the La Crescent Public Library. Located in parking lot adjacent to Veteran’s Park and La Crescent Event Center. Our Motto is- Buy Local – Buy Fresh!

The Apple Jacks: A Base Ball Club of La Crescent
2022-08-27 11:00 - 14:00 | Winona County Fairgrounds, 506 W 6th St, St. Charles, MN
A vintage style game of base ball. Played with the 1860’s rule book, uniforms, an underhanded pitch, and no gloves. The Apple Jacks Base Ball Club is a community outreach program of the La Crescent (MN) Area Historical Society.

Profit Acceleration Strategies Seminar
2022-08-29 17:30 - 19:00 | La Crescent Chamber of Commerce & Tourism, 111 So. Walnut Street, La Crescent, MN, 55947
The La Crescent Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to bring in business coach, Casey A. Tolzman, for a Profit Acceleration Strategies session for business owners like you to learn actionable tips for generating all the leads your business can handle.
Space is limited, please register in advance and we’ll save you a seat.
Register here: https://bit.ly/Chamber_August29

From this seminar you will:
• Receive a 5-part framework to increase sales and profits for your business
• Take away 3 actionable strategies that you can implement immediately in your business
• Identify how you can multiply your marketing and advertising impact, without spending more

Cost: Free
Registration and Refreshments: 5:30 – 6:00pm
Event: 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Location: La Crescent Chamber of Commerce Office
111 So. Walnut Street, La Crescent, MN 55947

Bluff to Bluff Experience
2022-09-03 14:00 - 18:00, 2022-09-10 14:00 - 18:00, 2022-10-15 14:00 - 18:00, 2022-10-29 14:00 - 18:00 | Explore La Crosse, 123 7th Street So., La Crosse, WI, 54601
Explore Between the Bluffs of La Crescent and La Crosse
From local wine and legendary history to breathtaking views atop ancient bluffs, experience the wonder of the La Crosse Region on this captivating trolley tour. Four dates to choose from.
Each ticket includes an orchard tour in La Crescent, surprise treats along the way, and hors d-oeuvres at Le Chateau. Some notable and iconic stops for this tour are at Grandad Bluff, the La Crescent History Center, Apple Blossom Overlook, Van Lin Orchards, and Le Chateau.
This experience includes walking, steps, and uneven terrain with multiple step off locations.
All participants must be over 21 years old.
This is perfect experience for you to enjoy with your out of town guests.
Buy your tickets here!

Chamber Member Applefest Mixer
2022-09-15 16:00 - 18:00 | Applefest Fest Grounds, 520 S 14th St, La Crescent, MN, 55947
Join us Thursday, Sept 15th 4-6pm at the Applefest Fest King Apple Tent for food and refreshments, hosted by the Applefest committee. A wonderful way to kick off the Applefest celebration!

Arts & Crafts Fair
2022-09-17 09:00 - 16:00 | La Crescent-Hokah High School, 1301 Lancer Blvd., La Crescent, Minnesota, 55947, United States
Join us for this Applefest tradition!
This year we are hosting the Arts & Crafts Fair and Outdoor Flea Market just one block from the festival and next to Chalk Fest. This event is located at the La Crescent-Hokah High School and fun for the whole family! The La Crescent Apple Festival, one of the top festivals in Southeast Minnesota, attracts thousands of people each year, and we expect another fun year at Applefest!
Free event. Free parking. No button required.

Flea Market
2022-09-17 09:00 - 18:00, 2022-09-18 10:00 - 16:00 | La Crescent-Hokah High School, 1301 Lancer Blvd., La Crescent, Minnesota, 55947, United States

The Apple Jacks: A Base Ball Club of La Crescent
2022-09-17 12:00 - 16:30 | Old Hickory Park, 1135 Johnathan Lane, La Crescent, MN

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Wagon Wheel Trail Bridge
2022-09-19 16:30 - 18:00 | Wagon Wheel Bridge Trail Head, 33 South Walnut, La Crescent, MN, 55947
Join us Monday, Sept 19th 4:30-6pm for the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony of the new Wagon Wheel Trail Bridge.
Food, Refreshments, Cash Bar at 4:30pm
Ribbon Cutting and short program at 5:00pm

District 300 Foundation Lancer Wall of Excellence Event
2022-10-16 17:00 - 20:00 | La Crescent Area Event Center, 595 Veterans Parkway, La Crescent, MN, 55947
We believe it is important to recognize those who have contributed significantly to our community. Therefore, each year we hold our “Wall of Excellence” event to honor members of our community who have positively impacted our district and community.
This year, we honor Rick Boyer!
Please joins us at the La Crescent Event Center on Sunday, October 16th.
Social: 5pm
Welcome and Dinner: 6pm
Program and plaque presentation to follow.

General Member Meeting at Corky's
2022-10-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Corky’s Pizza, 25 S Walnut St, La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
Guest Speaker, La Crescent Outdoor Performance Venue
Please join us at Corky’s for lunch and member meeting. Learn more about what is happening at the Chamber, share what is new with your business, and learn more about plans for the La Crescent Outdoor Performance Venue
Corky’s pizza lunch buffet.
New members welcome!

United Methodist Church Candy Land Lane
2022-10-23 13:00 - 14:30 | La Crescent United Methodist Church, 520 North Elm St., La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
Join your neighbors at La Crescent United Methodist Church for a fun fall fest! Kids of all ages are invited to take a walk on Candy Land Lane, visiting with the Candy Land characters and collecting treats along the way. Warm up with a cup of hot cocoa or hot cider and enjoy a cookie while listening to the music of our very own Emma Blank.

4th Annual THRILLER Parade
2022-10-23 18:00 - 18:30 | WI
Dance as a zombie or spectate as we reenact the iconic Michael Jackson song. Rehearsals are Sundays Starting Sept 25 from 2-4 pm at la crescent community center. Dress rehearsals Wednesday Oct 19 from 6-8 pm (dinner provided) and Sunday the 23rd from 4-6. All ages welcome. No dance experience required. Join in the FUN! Let’s make this the biggest and best yet~ thank you! Visit our Facebook page for more information.

2022 Candidate Forum
2022-10-26 18:00 - 19:30 | La Crescent-Hoka High School Fine Arts Center, 1301 Lancer Blvd, La Crescent, Minnesota, 55947
Co-Hosted by the La Crescent Area Chamber of Commerce and Community Education
Interested in learning more about this year’s candidates for our local races? Get ready for your chance to meet the candidates and have your questions answered! Candidates for La Crescent-Hokah School Board (3 seats), La Crescent City Council (2 seats), and District 4 Houston County Commissioner (1 seat) have been invited to attend.
Submit your question here.
Doors open at 5:45pm, Forum begins at 6:00pm
This is a free event. A live stream link will also be made available when we get closer to the event date.

La Crescent Lions Luminary Walk
2022-10-29 18:00 - 21:00 | La Crescent Wagon Wheel Bicycle/Pedestrian Bridge, 32 S Walnut St, La Crescent, Minnesota, 55947
The La Crescent Lions Club is hosting a family-friendly Luminary Walk along the paved Wagon Wheel Trail. The out and back walk begins at the new Wagon Wheel Bike/Pedestrian Bridge in downtown La Crescent.
This is a NOT a haunted or scary trail. Halloween costumes and child strollers are welcome. Stroll the 2.5 miles roundtrip or turn around at the distance you choose.
The event is free – Donations Appreciated to fund future events.
Light snacks and water for sale.

La Crescent Businesses Trick-or-Treating
2022-10-31 15:00 - 17:00 | WI
Visit these La Crescent businesses for some fang-tastic treats this Halloween!
Monday, October 31, 3-5pm
View/Print the list of participating businesses here La Crescent Trick or Treating

The Security Studio: Planning for the End
2022-11-10 18:30 - 19:30 | La Crescent Public Library, 321 Main St., La Crescent, MN, 55947, United States
Have your spouse/significant other and you talked about your passing? Have you talked to your children, parents, grandparents or other significant people about your passing? Have they talked to you?
What have you considered in your Wills? Trusts? Beneficiary designations? Is your home safe to live in now? How about 10- 20 years from now? Do you have/need insurance? Annuities? Do you have a Power of Attorney (POA)? An advanced directive? What do you know about assisted living needs and facilities?
Come and participate in a preview of the process of Planning for the End. Couples are strongly encouraged to attend together. If appropriate, you might include other family.
Steve Mau, presents an overview and preview of his Planning for the End program with La Crescent-Hokah Community Education this fall. At this preview presentation on Thursday, November 10, 2022 at 6:30pm, attendees will be able to see what information the full 10-part program runs through, so they can “try before they buy” into the course, which costs only $5 and starts this January. In this preview, Mau will offer many points to think about when planning for your own end of life plans or those of a loved one. Using personal experience, a professional background in financial services, and a good sense of humor, attendees will gain a guide in Mau to help them through this transition process.
