For the planet

 

Join the outdoors, conservation and climate community for another Harris fundraising and volunteer call this Thursday, 8 ET / 5 PT Hosts and Speakers include: Bodhi Patil, Jade Begay, Renan Ozturk, Sierra Quitiquit, Jose Gonzalez, Timmy O’Neill, Sasha Digullian, Jody Potts, Conrad Anker, Terry Tempest Williams, Bill McKibben, Senator Tina Smith and more.

Click here to join session: https://live.kamalaharris.com/outdoor/en/session/627bfdc6-4e8c-11ef-ace3-2711d441dae8

Vote

 City of La Crosse In-Person Absentee Voting for the

August 13, 2024 Partisan Primary Election

Tuesday, July 30 – Friday, August 9

Absentee voting is allowed ONLY during the posted hours below. 

Note the locations are by columns (in green) – voting is not available at each location every day.

More info at https://www.cityoflacrosse.org/your-government/departments/city-clerk/elections-and-voting/vote-absentee or https://myvote.wi.gov if you live outside La Crosse.

Clean Energy Revolution - August 2

Friday, August 2, 9:30 a.m.

COPELAND PARK

 

Get ready, because the Clean Energy REVolution Tour is coming to town, and we're celebrating our climate progress in style!

Join us for an exciting press event featuring inspirational speakers like Monica Kruse, from the La Crosse County Board Of Supervisors along with other climate leaders to rally for our cause.

Don’t miss out! Tour our 100% electric-powered RV, equipped with rooftop solar panels, and take the opportunity to record a personal video about why you're enthusiastic about the clean energy revolution. Help us spread the word on social media and grab a free tour t-shirt by arriving early.

The REV is more than just a vehicle; it represents the significant progress we’re making thanks to the historic Inflation Reduction Act and Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. These landmark policies are fueling a clean energy jobs boom, improving our air and water quality, and addressing the climate crisis head-on. As our communities face extreme weather, from intense heat and devastating storms to severe droughts and wildfires, it’s crucial to highlight the vital investments driving nationwide growth and opportunity. The Clean Energy REVolution Tour demonstrates how these investments are fostering healthier, safer communities through new climate and clean air standards.

Come along and bring a friend or two with you!

Sponsored by the Climate Action Campaign and our dedicated coalition of partners.

Active citizenship

Get involved:

THURSDAY, JULY 25: Climate and Clean Energy Leaders for our FUTURE. Kamala Harris Fundraiser + volunteer call THURSDAY at 7 p.m. Central. Bill McKibben, Ayana Elizabeth Johnson, Leah Stokes, Jade Begay, Saad Amer, Donnel Baird, and more... Stay tuned! Sign up here to participate: https://tinyurl.com/2bwjy5st

 

WEDNESDAY, JULY 31: 96th Wisconsin Assembly District Candidate Forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the La Crosse Area ONLINE from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. 

On Wednesday, July 31, the League of Women Voters of the La Crosse Area will sponsor a candidate forum between the Democratic candidates for the 96th WI Assembly District race in the 2024 Primary Election.  The forum will be live streamed at 6:30 p.m. on our LWVLA YouTube channel here 96th Assembly Primary Forum.  A recording of the forum will continue to be available for viewing on this channel and on our website lwvlacrosse.org .

On August 13, two candidates—Steve Campbell and Tara Johnson—compete in the 2024 Primary Election to be the Democratic Party's candidate in the November 5 General Election, running against the incumbent, Rep. Loren Oldenburg. Go to the League's online voter guide, VOTE411, to read both candidates' biographies and positions on selected issues.  

Members of the public are welcome to submit questions for the candidates at lwvlawi@gmail.com until July 30.

Earlier this year, Gov. Tony Evers signed legislation to establish new legislative maps for the state of Wisconsin. Those maps go into effect for the 2024 elections on August 13 and November 5.  The 96th Assembly District map will have new boundaries.

The new 96th includes southern La Crosse, Shelby, Viroqua, La Farge, Greenwood and more, with the district losing rural areas including Crawford and Monroe counties.

Be sure to go to https://myvote.wi.gov/en-us/Find-My-Polling-Place to see if your polling place has been moved for this year's elections.

 

THURSDAY, AUGUST 1: Wisconsin Conservation Voters Party in the Park at Eckhart Park in Viroqua from 6 to 8 p.m.

We are inviting Wisconsin Conservation Voters members and all others interested in conservation, clean energy, clean water, and democracy to a Party in the Park. Join us at Eckhart Park in the heart of beautiful Viroqua for an evening of refreshments, reconnecting with old friends, and making new ones.   We'll also learn about new clean energy benefits, and get updates on conservation policy in your region and the "Wisconsin Votes No" campaign for the August 13th election.    Viroqua Party in the Park Thursday, Aug. 1, 2024 6 - 8 p.m.  Large Pavilion - Eckhart Park 124 W Decker St Viroqua, WI 54665   Thank you to our hosts: Board Members Karen Voss and Mary Stirling, and WCV member and local resident Jessica Voss. Jessica and her partner, James Yohn are excited to share their story of renovating an historic Viroqua home, while prioritizing energy efficiency.

Please RSVP by 7/29!

All about biking - July 19-22

 

UPDATE: Unfortunately, due to factors out of our control, the Teaching Safe Bicycling course on July 19, 2024 has been canceled. Other Wisconsin Bike Fed events will still be happening throughout the weekend including E-bike 101, Smart Cycling 101, and attendance at Disability Pride.

If you would still interested in the Teaching Safe Bicycling course or being involved in bike rodeos, please reach out to Jenna Dinkel (dinkelj@cityoflacrosse.org) for future information and to get involved. Thanks for your understanding. Please let me know if you have any questions.

The Wisconsin Bike Fed is taking to the road for lively and fun multi-day cycling education in La Crosse, Wisconsin. Anyone, whether they are new to cycling, a tenured commuter, or an educator looking for more teaching tools, is encouraged to attend. We are working with some amazing community partners so that these programs can be free and open to the public. Everyone is invited to brush up on their bicycling knowledge, have some fun, and meet fellow cyclists in the La Crosse community.

Find more info at the links below and make sure to register ahead of time so we can stay in communication with you and plan accordingly.

July 19th: Teaching Safe Bicycling @ Black River Beach Neighborhood Ctr, 1433 Rose St.  9a-3p

• This course sets out to train-the-trainer by offering participants the skills and on-course practice they need to teach safe cycling techniques to children.

July 20th: Disability Pride @ Central High School, 1801 Losey Blvd S. 11a-4p

• Cycling without Age will join the Disability Action Network (DAN) for Disability Pride to promote inclusion and highlight the value of people with disabilities in the La crosse community and beyond.

July 21st: E-Bike 101 @ Wrench and Roll Collective 1200 Caledonia St. 4:30p

• Celebrating cycling in all forms, this course goes over the basics of electric biking, including how to choose an e-bike, safety and maintenance, and on road and path etiquette. 

July 22nd: Smart Cycling 101 @ UW La Crosse Recreational Eagle Ctr, 1600 Farwell St. 2-7p

• This course is a great way to brush up on the skills and information needed for city and country riding alike. We discuss the basics of bike maintenance, rules of the road, on-bike skills, and crash avoidance techniques. Then we hit the road for a bicycle ride to put it all into practice.

Find more information on cycling related events across the state all year round at https://wisconsinbikefed.org/events/