Committee meeting for the Ugly Sweater 5k. 

Come walk with us at the Rotary Lights Parade and help promote the Ugly Sweater 5k!!  Line up for the parade starts at 3:45 pm, with the parade starting at 5pm. We will be meeting at 6th & Main St. around 3:45 pm to get ready, but arriving anytime between 345 -5 works.

Hope to see you there! 

Join us to celebrate the holiday season with a Jingle Bell RAHk Christmas Party!

Wear your ugly sweater or a festive holiday outfit!

Please bring a dessert or cookie to share and exchange in our cookie exchange event. Last year, we had many awesome club member bakers- can't wait to try them all!

We will have appetizers, beverages, and games. A special guest will also make an apperance.

Feel free to bring your kids to join in on the fun! 

Happy Holidays from Rotary After Hours!

The Bells are Ringing!! Come join us for our annual Bell Ringing service event and help raise funds for the La Crosse County Salvation Army! Salvation Army Bell Ringers are an icon of the Christmas season. Spread some cheer, sing, play music or just have some fun with fellow RAH members. We will be ringing bells in the entry of Blain's Farm & Fleet, in Onalaska on Wednesday, December 18th from 6 - 8pm. Hope to see you there!!

Who doesn't love a fire pit and roasted marshmellows!?!? Help support Rotary Lights for our shift at the Rotary Lights S'more Fire Pit!

We will be working the S'more Fire Pit on Sunday, December 22nd, from 5:30 - 8:30 pm. The Fire Pit is located in Riverside park, behind the bandshell.

We hope to see you there!! 

We have an opportunity to partner with Holmen Rotary at Rotary Lights on the evening of Friday, December 27th. There are two shifts available, from 5-730 pm and from 7:00-10 pm. The forecast for the 27th is looking good so far, so should be a beautiful evening in the park! Come join us and the Holmen Rotary group for an evening supporting Rotary Lights!! Use this link to sign up - https://holmenarearotary.org/event/rotary-lights-volunteer-night-december-27--5-10-pm-1/ 

(If the link doesn't work, you may need to copy and paste it, or contact Jenny Hanabarger or Stefanie Kline and we'll send you a new link or complete the sign up for you.)

Help Celebrate Birthdays in the Community!

We will be doing a volunteer event following the  Tuesday, Jan 14th meeting by packaging Wafer Birthday Boxes.  We will start at 7:00 and will probably take 15 minutes to package- super easy and quick!

Please sign up to bring one or more items on the sign up list. These boxes will be donated to Wafer and will help our community members in need celebrate a milestone birthday!

Join us and celebrate all of our Rotary After Hour members birthdays! We will be playing a get to know you bingo that will have you learning more about your fellow members.  We also will be doing a volunteer event following the meeting by packaging Wafer Birthday Boxes. Please sign up to bring one or more items on the sign up list. These boxes will be donated to Wafer and will help our community members in need celebrate a milestone birthday!

Cheer on Nevyn at the Central vs Onalaska Basketball  Game!

Social:  Java Vino at 6:00 (or earlier) to grab a drink and then head to the game at 7:15. 

Game starts at 7:15 at Central High School.

Tickets are online for purchase for $6.00 each. Concessions are available at the game.

Please wear Rotary apparel to the game! You can bring friends to help cheer loud and proud for Nevyn too!

Come help out the Snowflake Ski Club with their annual Ski Jump Tournament! The Snowflake Ski Club, which is an all volunteer club, holds the Ski Jumping Tournament annually in Westby,  It's an exciting event that brings the community together and includes International and US jumpers, traveling down the jump with speeds in excess of 50 miles per hour and flying for hundreds of feet! 

The club needs help with parking on Saturday, Feb. 1st, from 10am - 2pm. All volunteers will receive free admission to the event for both Friday, January 31st and Saturday, Feb. 1st. The shift on Saturday will be completed with time to watch a large part of the adult ski jumping that occurs on that day. In addition, our club will be given either a financial contribution or, if we choose, they will do a 1-to-1 volunteer exchange with us! 

Any questions, reach out to Jenny A-H

Show your cooking skills and prepare something delish and amazing

for our 1st Annual Soup & Chili Cookoff!

You can do a soup or chili- a family favorite recipe or try something new!

We can't wait to sample a variety of options at our meeting!

Please bring a crockpot of soup/chili and ladle. There will be tags to write the type of soup/chili you prepared.

We will also vote on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd winners for this fun event!

Please use the sign up with your name so that we will know how many soup/chili entries to prepare for. This will be the food of the evening in addition to some bread/cornbread/breadsticks.  Soup sampling bowls and spoons will also be provided. 

If you have more questions, message Stef!

Join us for our first monthly meeting to hear from our past Youth Exchange students!

We will hear what they have been up to the past few years! 

They will be on a Zoom call so we will be able to ask them questions from the meeting. 

Youth Exchange is a great way for youth to experience all we have to offer while making memories to last a lifetime. They are part of our RAH family too!

Join us to hear the story of Lucas Herro and his journey overcoming obstacles, barriers and his #SHOWUP movement.

Registration and Social begins at 5:30.
Club meeting is from 6:00-7:00 pm at the Main.
$10 fee (cash/check) for members, $10.50 with card/PayPal first time guests free.
Food will be provided.
Parking on side streets or State Bank Lot (after business hours).
Can't make it in person? Send us a private message and we'll get you our zoom link!

My Story – Lucas Herro

On June 30th, 2013, at the age of 23, my life changed forever. A diving accident broke my neck (C5), leaving 85% of my body paralyzed and bringing me to the brink of death. I was miraculously resuscitated by my coworkers on a beach, forever altering the course of my life.

Before the accident, I proudly served as a Firefighter and EMT, finding purpose in helping others during their hardest moments. In an instant, the roles were reversed, and I became the one in need of help. Today, I rely on the support of a dedicated care team for my daily and overnight needs This a reality that has required immense adaptation, patience, and acceptance.

The past decade has been filled with many mental and emotional challenges: chronic pain, neuropathy, addiction, PTSD, depression and anxiety. About five years ago, I hit my lowest point and nearly surrendered to despair. But that day, as I looked into the mirror, I chose life.

Since then, I’ve committed to living each day fully, embracing the present, and finding joy in small victories. As I searched for a new purpose, I discovered ways to contribute and inspire others despite my physical limitations. I became a motivational speaker, an adaptive athlete, an archery coach, and, most passionately, a competitive paraarcher representing our country at the highest level.

What began as a hobby has evolved into a deeply fulfilling pursuit. Now in my fourth year on the competitive circuit as a Para archer, I am driven by the dream of representing my country at the 2028 Paralympic Games. I train at the U.S. Olympic/Paralympic Training Center in Chula Vista, CA, and compete in National tournaments across AZ, FL, OH, PA, and CA. Internationally, I’ve had the honor of competing in the Para World Championships in Pilsen, Czech Republic, and the Para Pan-American Games in Santiago, Chile.

Shooting archery, sharing my story through speaking, and my #SHOWUP movement have given me a renewed sense of purpose. Through these experiences, I’ve found a way to advocate for adaptive athletes, the disabled community, embrace my own journey, and inspire others to persevere in the face of life’s greatest challenges. We can't control what happens, but we ALWAYS have a choice in how we respond! #SHOWUP

Join us for a wild Friday night and cheer on Nick Ragner at the RCCW Spring Fever! 

Tickets are online for purchase. If anyone wants to meet for food/drinks prior, we can set that up too!

Pints for Polio 2025 will be at Pearl Street Brewery

Friday, March 21st

6:30-9:00pm

Join us for our annual event featuring a brewery tour, pint of beer, trivia,

and a fun Friday night at PSB!  

Online registration and payment of $20.00 per person.

There will be pizza and pretzels attendees can order on their own. 

All proceeds will be donated to Polio Plus

Join us to hear more about the RAH members Valladolid Mexico cultural experience! They will share more about the water project, eco stoves, schools, village and attending Rotary events while visiting and how this experience has changed their lives.

Taco bar and margaritas may be on the menu for the meeting!

Registration and Social begins at 5:30.
Club meeting is from 6:00-7:00 pm at the Main.
$10 fee (cash/check) for members, $10.50 with card/PayPal first time guests free.
Food will be provided.
Parking on side streets or State Bank Lot (after business hours).
Can't make it in person? Send us a private message and we'll get you our zoom link!

Join us for iFeed 2025!

Get your company, church or favorite organization to sponsor a meal-packing team and while you're at it, bring in tons of non-perishable food items for our local communities!

Rotary Lights Check Presentation & Christmas Around the World! 🎄🌍

Step into a world of holiday magic as we gather for our annual Rotary Lights Check Presentation with Pat Stephens! This special evening will shine a light on the incredible area groups whose volunteer efforts made Rotary Lights a glowing success. But the festivities don’t stop there! Travel the world without leaving town as we celebrate Christmas Around the World! Experience global holiday traditions, savor festive flavors from different cultures, and discover the diverse ways communities near and far embrace the spirit of the season. Join us for a night of gratitude, tradition, and international holiday cheer! 🎁✨

Our meeting is Tuesday, March 25th from 6-7pm. Feel free to come around 5:30pm for networking/social. We will be gathering at The Main (422 Main Street, La Crosse). Meeting fee is $10 cash/check/card/PayPal. guests are free for their first meeting. Food will be served. You may park on the surrounding streets, in nearby ramps, or in the State Bank parking lot. You can also join us via Zoom. 

✨ Bienvenue à une Soirée Enchantée ✨

Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of one of La Crosse’s most magical and historic homes—The Mons Anderson House!

Step into history at this 1854 architectural gem. Once a grand symbol of late Victorian opulence, later abandoned to time, this architectural treasure has been lovingly restored to its former splendor. Today, it is home to Le Château, an elegant restaurant that transports you straight to France. 🇫🇷✨

Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of this extraordinary home, guided by its owner, Eva Ewers, who with husband Tim, have brought both its history and its spirit back to life. Our journey will conclude in La Cave, where we’ll indulge in a handcrafted drink in the enchanting underground lounge.

Meeting Date: Tuesday, April 22nd
Time: Tour begins PROMPTLY at 6 PM (please arrive early!)
Location: 410 Cass St, La Crosse, WI 54601
Meeting Fee: $10 (cash/check/card/PayPal) – includes tour & La Cave drink (no food served).
Parking: Available on surrounding streets.
In-Person Only – No Zoom option.

✨ Come for the history, stay for the magic! ✨

Join Rotarians from Districts 6220, 6250 & 6270

April 25 - 26, 2025, Brookfield, Wisconsin

Welcome Spring!! 

Put on your walking shoes and join us on Tuesday, April 29th, to help keep our stretch of the road clean and beautiful! 

We will meet in the church parking lot across the street from Fox Hollow Banquet Hall.