Good morning, La Crosse.

Kelly Colgan, a Conductor Wannabe contestant, hosted a fundraiser yesterday to help veterans secure housing in La Crosse with proceeds benefiting the La Crosse Symphony Orchestra and Habitat for Humanity (Habitat for Heroes).

She said her family's military service—her father served in Vietnam and her grandfathers served in WWII—made the cause personal.

Trail building experts visited La Crosse this weekend to lead interactive workshops on building and improving trails at Community Trail Farm.

La Crosse's Outdoor Recreation Alliance (ORA) organized the event before the International Trails Summit in Madison, where participants learned new techniques such as stonework and mechanized construction.

CVTC hosted a LAN Esports tournament on April 12 — gamers competed in organized matches at the college, showcasing skill and teamwork in a lively event.

Emplify recently announced a new treatment program called EmPATH to offer emergency mental health care without long hospital stays.

On Friday, Dr. Scott Zeller—credited with creating the program—visited the Gundersen campus to explain the approach, and a special facility for EmPATH is being built at the main campus.

On Friday, Packers team president Mark Murphy and players Tucker Kraft and Lukas Van Ness visited West Salem school gym to meet students and answer questions during the Packers tailgate tour through La Crosse — they tossed footballs and urged students to focus on their studies.

Pushing the River: Author Conversation

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Pearl Street Books — Free entry — Explore the captivating stories and history of canoeing with author Frank Bures and paddling expert Judson Steinback.

Grit & Grain Market

10 AM – 2 PM — Pearl Street Brewery — Free entry — A vibrant makers market with local products, craft beer, and live music at a beloved brewery.

DEWALT Days 2025

9 a.m.-4 p.m. — Blain's Farm & Fleet — Free entry — Elevate your tool collection with expert advice and exclusive deals on DEWALT products.

Adam Greuel & The Space Burritos Live

8-11:30 p.m. — Popcorn Tavern — Refunds available up to 7 days prior — Experience a cosmic blend of country, blues, and rock n' roll with Adam Greuel & The Space Burritos.

Kentucky Derby Watch Party 2025

12-6 p.m. — The Charmant Hotel — Mint Juleps for charity — Celebrate the 151st Kentucky Derby with raffles, cocktails, and live race coverage.

3rd Annual Parkinson’s Walk

10 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Myrick Park Shelter — Free entry — Raise awareness for Parkinson’s Disease while enjoying live music and community activities.