This community calendar is provided as a place for community members, businesses, and organizations to submit their diversity-related events. Event information is accurate to the best of our knowledge. However, changes can occur. We strongly encourage you to confirm details directly with the event host, or venue, before you travel to any event promoted on our Community Calendar.
Complete this form to submit your event. We will review your event, usually within 2-3 business days, and will decide whether it fits adequately with our mission. We encourage you to include information about disability accommodation on all your event announcements.
Repeating Events
First Thursdays 1pm—3pm
In the Pride Center with Pastor Kathryn, LuMin
Card Making, Beaded Identity Bracelets, Mandalas, Rock Painting and more.
Drop in, chat, and find support in both queer and spiritual identities!
Second Wednesdays 12pm—2pm
In the Pride Center with Planned Parenthood
Stop by for support, resources, and good conversations!!
Events
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Juneteenth: Education through Celebration
Riverside Park 100 State St, La Crosse, WI, United StatesJoin the Black Student Leaders, B.L.A.C.K, UWL Black Student Unity and Hope Restores to celebrate the Black & African American community for the Juneteenth Emancipation of Slavery! This year we celebrate “Juneteenth: Education through Celebration” as a family fun even for all. Guest speakers Free food Fun fair Talent show Community services information booths Enduring […]
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Music on the Mount
Mt. La Crosse Ski & Snowboard Old Town Hall Rd, La Crosse, WI, United StatesA fundraising event hosted by YWCA La Crosse. Join YWCA La Crosse for this phenomenal line up of food & live music, set at scenic Mount La Crosse – a perfect setting to celebrate with you, our community, this summer. Tickets are now available for purchase for you, your family, and your friends! Exclusive T-Shirts […]
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School Supply Summer Food Drive & COVID-19 Vaccine Mobile Clinic
First Congregational Church 2503 Main St., La Crosse, WI, United StatesThe WAFER Food Pantry Truck will provide food items. School supplies will be distributed. A mobile Covid-19 vaccine clinic will also be available. View Flier (English) View Flier (Espanol) Provided by the Coulee Region Immigration Task Force, La Crosse County Health Department, and WAFER Food Pantry.
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Wisconsin’s Black Women Empowerment Conference
Viterbo University Fine Arts Center 900 Viterbo Dr., La Crosse, WI, United StatesThe Wisconsin Black Women Empowerment Conference presented by AllThatJazz will be taking place on Saturday August 28, 2021. This event will be held in La Crosse, Wisconsin at Viterbo University Fine Arts Center (900 Viterbo Dr. La Crosse, WI 54601). This one-day event will be filled and focused on the Black women’s experience. Black women from across the state […]
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(Mis)trust in the COVID-19 Vaccine in the African American Community
OnlineA Mayo Clinic-sponsored forum to help inform your decision. FEATURING: KIZZMEKIA CORBETT, PHD Assistant Professor of Immunology and Infectious Diseases Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health PERNESSA SEELE, DHL, MS Founder/CEO Balm in Gilead, Inc. LAPRINCESS BREWER, MD, MPH Mayo Clinic CHYKE DOUBENI, MBBS, MPH Mayo Clinic Register Here After registering, you will receive […]
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Advocacy Training
VenueVirtualOrganizerNew Horizons Shelter and Outreach Centers(608) 791-2610programcoord@nhagainstabuse.orgEvent DetailsFor the safety of our community, we are continuing to hold our Advocacy Trainings online. We invite you to SAVE THE DATE for a four-part series held via Zoom from 6 pm to 9 pm: Monday, Sept. 13th Tuesday, Sept. 14th Monday, Sept. 20th Tuesday, Sept. 21st New […]
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The Workforce Forum: The Language of Diversity
VenueThe Workforce Forum: The Language of DiversityOrganizerMary Nelsonlaxwakingupwhite@googlegroups.comEvent DetailsWorkforce Connections, Inc., in partnership with the La Crosse Area Society for Human Resource Management (LASHRM), would like to invite you to join us in celebrating Workforce Development Month during our 6th Annual Workforce Forum. The purpose of the 6th Annual Workforce Forum: The Language of Diversity […]
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All Are Welcome: Celebrating Community Diversity and Resisting Racism
Weigent Park PlaygroundJoin community leaders, neighbors, and city officials at Weigent Park as we celebrate the official placement of “All Are Welcome” signs at La Crosse public parks. City leaders will make brief remarks to be followed by children’s activities. Please bring your family! Background: Recently, residents of La Crosse have encountered elevated levels of racism and […]
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Not Even a Grain of Rice: Buying Food on Credit in the Dominican Republic
UW La Crosse Centennial Hall 1404Dr. Christine Hippert (ARC/ANT) discusses her new book, which examines buying food on credit in corner stores in the Dominican Republic. Dr. Hippert’s talk will highlight people’s experiences with food, debt, and survival the emerging social changes of race, gender, class, and citizenship.
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Domestic Violence Awareness Month Gathering & Walk
VenueCameron Park4th St S La Crosse, Wisconsin 54601OrganizerNew Horizons Shelter and Outreach Centers(608) 791-2610dev@nhagainstabuse.orgEvent DetailsIn the United States, 20 people are physically abused every minute at the hands of an intimate partner. Domestic Violence Awareness Month is a time to spread awareness about the gravity of the effects of domestic violence in our communities. Community […]
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Film Presentation and Discussion: “Mucho Mucho Amor: The Legend of Walter Mercado”
UW La Crosse -The Union TheaterA documentary film by filmmakers Cristina Costantini and Kareem Tabsch honoring the extraordinary life of famous Puerto Rican astrologer, fashion icon, and a champion for LGBTQ rights Walter Mercado. The film explores his complicated character, glamour, and his expansive legacy over his 50 years in public life. Film Discussion by Dr. Víctor Macías-González (HIS).
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Donuts, Coffee, and Collaboration
VenueNew Horizons La Crosse Outreach Center1223 Main Street La Crosse, Wisconsin 54603OrganizerRosanne Northwood(608) 791-2610ra2@nhagainstabuse.orgEvent Details99% of victims of domestic abuse have also experienced financial abuse, and for 3 out of 4 victims, financial security was their primary reason for staying in the abusive relationship. Survivors looking to New Horizons for help in escaping their abuser […]