Events

Join us for a meaningful conversation with The Hunger Task Force of La Crosse.

As the only free, local food bank within 90 miles, the Hunger Task Force plays a critical role in supporting neighbors facing food insecurity. In 2024 alone, they distributed approximately 2.7 million pounds of food, impacting nearly 405,000 individuals across our service area. Our speaker will share more about their mission and the programs that make this work possible—from food recovery and community gardening to supporting local seniors.

A powerful look at how compassion and collaboration strengthen our community.

For more informaton: https://www.facebook.com/HungerTaskForceofLaCrosse

Meeting Location - Dash Center 

Join us as Friends of the Marsh shares more about their mission and current projects supporting the La Crosse River Marsh.

This thousand-acre wetland in the heart of La Crosse plays a vital role in flood protection, clean water, wildlife habitat, recreation, and community connection. Learn how local partners and community members are working together to care for this important natural resource.

More information can be found at: 

https://www.friendsofthelacrosserivermarsh.com/

https://www.facebook.com/friendsofthelacrossemarsh/

Meeting Location - Dash Center

The annual Rotary Lights display began in 1995 and continues to shine brighter each year thanks to the incredible support of the greater La Crosse community. Nearly 130,000 visitors now enjoy this cherished holiday tradition in Riverside Park.

Many people know that donations made during Rotary Lights support local organizations, but it’s always inspiring to pause and recognize just how powerful this event truly is. Rotary Lights is a celebration of generosity, community spirit, and volunteers coming together to do good. At this meeting, we’ll celebrate that impact by proudly presenting checks to several deserving local organizations. 

Special thanks to Brad Johnson and Mike Diveley for serving on the Rotary Lights Board of Directors. 

For more information: https://www.rotarylights.org/

Meeting Location - Onalaska Legion

Back by popular demand… our very own Hilltopper Rotarian Dan Stevens returns to the spotlight this time joined by Brad Johnson to kick off an entertaining and insightful look at the 2026 Great River Sound season.

Great River Sound is one of Rotary’s most visible and impactful community projects, bringing people together through free live music and creating meaningful opportunities to serve. This meeting is a great chance to learn how the event comes together, why it matters, and how you can help make another incredible season happen.

For more information: https://greatriversound.com/ and https://www.facebook.com/GreatRiverSoundOnalaskaWi

Meeting Location: Dash Center

Our speaker on July 22nd will highlight something that impacts every one of us – the strength and growth of our local economy.  We’re fortunate to have Vicki Markussen, Executive Director of La Crosse Area Development Corporation (LADCO), talk about the important work of LADCO.  Through business support, workforce development, and strategic partnerships, LADCO helps shape the future of our community. 

Meeting Location - Onalaska Legion