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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Ramp Up the Conversation Interpreter and ISP Conference
Conference Objectives:n-Increase interpreter skills and performance;n-Engage in self-evaluation and team evaluation to support skill development;n-Develop resources and techniques to expand vocabulary and grammar;n-Practice performance strategies to better handle the pressures and rewards of error-free expectations during encounters.nWho Should Attend?n-Interpreters of all skill levels and languagesn-Interpreter Service Providersn-Anyone who believes that qualified, trained and certified interpreters […]
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Ramp Up the Conversation Interpreting and Interpreting Service Providers Conference
Conference Objectivesn– Increase interpreter skills and performance;n– Engage in self-evaluation and team evaluation to support skill development;n– Develop resources and techniques to expand vocabulary and grammar;n– Practice performance strategies to better handle the pressures and rewards of error-free expectations during encounters.nWho Should Attend?n– Interpreters of all skill levels and languagesn– Interpreter Service Providersn– Anyone who […]
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Banvaas (The Exile)
This is a musical play that essays the palace intrigue surrounding the ouster of the mythical prince Ram from the kingdom of Ayodhya in northern India, and his (and others’) reaction to the ensuing series of unfortunate events, ostensibly about three millennia ago. While the genesis of the idea was in preparations for last Diwali […]
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Diversity in the Workplace
The program is designed for business owners, managers, nonprofit leaders, and others who are interested in learning how to increase the diversity of their workforce and to improve their workplace environment. Course instructor, consultant and trainer Stacy Shapiro, says “the more we understand ourselves and each other—our cultures, our traditions, our values, our personalities—the more […]
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La Crosse Area Hmong History Day
HCCA and the Hmong Community invite you to a celebration of 38 years of Hmong History in the La Crosse area. There will be food, drinks, games, and much more!
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People Fest
A multicultural celebration with food, music, dance, theater.
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My Mother’s Flowers, Exhibition by Pao Houa Her
Photographs that explore the enduring presence and significance of flowers in Hmong culture. Opening reception Sept. 6, 406 pm. Artist’s talk, Sept. 13, 4 pm. Exhibition and all events free and open to all.
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Juneteenth Citywide Celebration
Sponsored African American Mutual Assistance Network
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Empowerment Sunday
UU La Crosse invites you to join us for an afternoon of fun and EMPOWERMENT at our Fellowship to get everyone registered to vote and thinking about the election this November.
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Rally for Justice
Hosted by: The Reverend Krista Taves, Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of La Crosse nNonpartisan Rally for Justice “Silent No More—Let Every Voice be Heard!”nMusic provided by: The Mayfield ExperiencenFood served by: Fathead Steve’sn*Keynote: : Marissa Ocampo, Youth Organizer, ACLU Wisconsinn*Wrap-up: Vince Hatt, LISSN (La Crosse’s Muslim Advocacy Network)nLa Crosse Area Speakers:n*Alesha Schandelmeier, Exec. Dir., The Center […]
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WAFER Open House
Join board members, volunteers, and staff for an afternoon of food, fun, and community. We welcome donors to come see first-hand how donations impact service as well as those who are unfamiliar with WAFER. In addition to local food and beverage vendors, several musicians and bands will be providing entertainment. Games and activities, tours of […]
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Diversity in the Workplace
In today’s workforce, understanding how to work with, incorporate, and value people of other cultures is crucial to organizational success. The more we understand ourselves and each other, the more positive impact we make in our organization. Learn implementation strategies to make a positive impact on your organization’s people. The course, lead by instructor Stacey […]