Calendar of Events
Queer Corner: Winona
Queer Corner is a vibrant space for individuals aged 18+, embracing everyone within the LGBTQ+ community. Join us to connect with others in the area, share your unique experiences, and build a supportive network of younger LGBTQ+ folx. Whether you’re looking to make new friends, find support, or just have a great time, Queer Corner is here to celebrate diversity and foster meaningful connections. Let’s come together to create a welcoming community where everyone feels valued and included!
Out & Adventurous: Don't Be Trashy
Join Out & Adventurous this Sunday for a garbage pickup around The Center! We will meet at The Center (230 6th Street S, La Crosse) at noon and venture from there. Safety equipment and water is provided. We hope to see you there!
LGBTQ Game Night
Bring your own games or enjoy the games provided. Come say hi and hang out with others in the LGBTQ Community!
Trans Forum
Trans Forum is a group that welcomes all transgender, transexual, non-binary, genderqueer, gender-bending and gender non-conforming persons ages 18+. Whether you are questioning, just beginning to explore your gender identity, in the midst of transitioning, transitioned or just have lots of questions, you are welcome and vital to the group.
LGBTQ Zine Making Event
Thanks to the success of our last LGBTQ+ Zine Making Event, this will become a monthly get-together!
This is a low stakes event to gather and create! Learn about zines, create your own, and/or make contributions to the community zine through The Center!
This event will be held every 3rd Thursday of the month at 6pm. Location may vary.
Charity Bingo
608 is hosting weekly bingo throughout September to raise money for The Center! Prizes include 608 gift cards, swag and food along with gift cards from other La Crosse businesses. Come check it out!
Galaxy
Galaxy is a group for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning middle and high school youth and their allies who want to hang out with other LGBTQ+ teens and discuss issues relevant to their lives. GALAXY creates a safe and drug-free space where kids can freely discuss issues, participate in activities that allow them to become educated about important issues and feel free to be who they are as unique, spectacular individuals!
Queer Corner: Coffee Hour
Queer Corner is a vibrant space for individuals aged 18+, embracing everyone within the LGBTQ+ community. Join us to connect with others in the area, share your unique experiences, and build a supportive network of younger LGBTQ+ folx. Whether you’re looking to make new friends, find support, or just have a great time, Queer Corner is here to celebrate diversity and foster meaningful connections. Let’s come together to create a welcoming community where everyone feels valued and included!
Out in Print
September Book: Bring Your Own Poems (Andrea Gibson Encouraged)
This group will be meeting at Pearl Street Books on the 4th Tuesday of each month at 5:30pm!
This LGBTQ+ book club will discuss books, short stories, films, graphic novels, and more that feature a diverse array of LGBTQ+ narratives. Everyone in the greater La Crosse community is welcomed to participate in our monthly discussions.
Books can be checked out at the La Crosse Public Library, purchased at Pearl Street Books, and/or found on Queer Liberation Library. Additional resources can be found here.
Out in Print is a collaboration with the La Crosse Public Library & Pearl Street Books.
Queer Crafting Collective: Charm Making
Bring your own projects and join the fun! We craft, socialize and laugh our way through projects!
Carabiner
Meet other wlw in the area through this 18+ group! This group is open to those who identify as lesbian, bisexual, pansexual, or any wlw identity! 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month @ The Center, 6pm.
Charity Bingo
608 is hosting weekly bingo throughout September to raise money for The Center! Prizes include 608 gift cards, swag and food along with gift cards from other La Crosse businesses. Come check it out!
Historic Day Festival
Hosted by Downtown Mainstreet in partnership with the Promotions & Events Committee.
Step back in time and celebrate the rich heritage of Downtown La Crosse at Downtown Historic Days—a free, one-day community event on Saturday, October 4th! Join us for a day filled with live entertainment, local food, family-friendly activities, and a vibrant showcase of our downtown’s unique history and small businesses. Come find us there!
Monroe County Pride
Discover LGBTQ+ friendly resources in our community. Enjoy free snacks, live music, and other fun activities. Show up and be your authentic self. All are welcome!
Disability Pride Fest
Since 2022, DAN has hosted La Crosse Area's Disability Pride Fest.
The event aims to promote inclusion and highlight the value that people with disabilities bring to our community. Many people in our community are impacted by accessibility barriers and isolation. At Disability Pride Fest we actively break down those barriers through socialization, presentations, performances, community art projects, sports, children’s activities, and resource booths.
Halloween Bazaar
This event is put on by The Broom & Crow!
Don't let your amazing Halloween costume gather dust just yet! Wear it one more time for Westby's premiere spooky festival, the Halloween Bazaar, on Saturday, November 1st, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM!
Join us at the Old High School Gym at Westby Area High School for a day of ghoulishly good fun for all ages. You'll find over 50 vendor booths showcasing the incredible talents of local artists, crafters, growers, thrifters, and makers. Discover unique treasures, handmade goods, and one-of-a-kind finds perfect for early holiday shopping or treating yourself.
Feeling mystical? We'll have tarot readers and reiki healers on hand for those seeking insight and relaxation. Plus, get ready for some friendly competition with games and prizes throughout the day!
No festival is complete without delicious food, and our amazing student organizations will be providing a variety of tasty treats as a fundraiser. Come support our students and enjoy some fantastic food while you explore the bazaar.
It's the perfect way to extend the Halloween spirit and celebrate our community! We can't wait to see you there!
Volunteer Thank You Potluck
All volunteers welcome to join us for our Thank You Potluck! This will be held at The Center and a chance to meet the other volunteers who make this organization a success. We are incredibly grateful to all our volunteers - past and present, who got us to 21 years of existence!
Charity Bingo: Our Director is Guest Bartending!
608 is hosting weekly bingo throughout September to raise money for The Center! Prizes include 608 gift cards, swag and food along with gift cards from other La Crosse businesses. Come check it out!
Carabiner
Meet other wlw in the area through this 18+ group! This group is open to those who identify as lesbian, bisexual, pansexual, or any wlw identity! 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month @ The Center, 6pm.
Self Defense Class
1st & 2nd Tuesday of the month, 6pm-8pm
Classes are open to all
2-3 moves will be taught each session
Waiver must be signed upon your first visit
Didn't attend the informational session? That's okay! All are welcome.
Pride in the Park
Celebrate pride and community with us! Pride will be filled with family friendly fun - from entertainment, vendors, and more!
La Crosse Pride Pageant
Our Pride Pageant is back! Come celebrate Pride weekend with us, kicking it off with highlighting new and upcoming performers! The La Crosse Pride Pageant is The Center: 7 Rivers LGBTQ Connection's biggest fundraiser of the year. Come celebrate with us!
Doors open at 6pm, show begins at 7pm. 18+ only, cash bar available (21+)
We will be in the Uptown Loft at Capella Performing Arts Center. VIP tickets get you front row spots and special treats just for you! Limited VIP is available, so don't wait.
Want to support a contestant? Write their name down in the ticket section. Any tickets with their name go towards their fundraising total!
Previously known as So You Think You Can Drag
Galaxy
Galaxy is a group for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning middle and high school youth and their allies who want to hang out with other LGBTQ+ teens and discuss issues relevant to their lives. GALAXY creates a safe and drug-free space where kids can freely discuss issues, participate in activities that allow them to become educated about important issues and feel free to be who they are as unique, spectacular individuals!
Charity Bingo
608 is hosting weekly bingo throughout September to raise money for The Center! Prizes include 608 gift cards, swag and food along with gift cards from other La Crosse businesses. Come check it out!
Queer Corner
Queer Corner is a vibrant space for individuals aged 18+, embracing everyone within the LGBTQ+ community. Join us to connect with others in the area, share your unique experiences, and build a supportive network of younger LGBTQ+ folx. Whether you’re looking to make new friends, find support, or just have a great time, Queer Corner is here to celebrate diversity and foster meaningful connections. Let’s come together to create a welcoming community where everyone feels valued and included!
Self Defense Class
1st & 2nd Tuesday of the month, 6pm-8pm
Classes are open to all
2-3 moves will be taught each session
Waiver must be signed upon your first visit
Didn't attend the informational session? That's okay! All are welcome.
Carabiner
Meet other wlw in the area through this 18+ group! This group is open to those who identify as lesbian, bisexual, pansexual, or any wlw identity! 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month @ The Center, 6pm.
Queer Crafting Collective
Bring your own projects and join the fun! We craft, socialize and laugh our way through projects!
Out in Print
August Book: Homebody by Theo Parish
This group will be meeting at Pearl Street Books on the 4th Tuesday of each month at 5:30pm!
This LGBTQ+ book club will discuss books, short stories, films, graphic novels, and more that feature a diverse array of LGBTQ+ narratives. Everyone in the greater La Crosse community is welcomed to participate in our monthly discussions.
Books can be checked out at the La Crosse Public Library, purchased at Pearl Street Books, and/or found on Queer Liberation Library. Additional resources can be found here.
Out in Print is a collaboration with the La Crosse Public Library & Pearl Street Books.
LGBTQ Zine Making Event
Thanks to the success of our last LGBTQ+ Zine Making Event, this will become a monthly get-together!
This is a low stakes event to gather and create! Learn about zines, create your own, and/or make contributions to the community zine through The Center!
This event will be held every 3rd Thursday of the month at 6pm. Location may vary.
Trans Forum
Trans Forum is a group that welcomes all transgender, transexual, non-binary, genderqueer, gender-bending and gender non-conforming persons ages 18+. Whether you are questioning, just beginning to explore your gender identity, in the midst of transitioning, transitioned or just have lots of questions, you are welcome and vital to the group.
Out & Adventurous: Kayaking
Out & Adventurous is going kayaking! Bring your own kayak, canoe, paddleboard, etc, utilize the kayak kiosk at Veterans Freedom Park or rent water equipment from Island Outdoors! We hope to see you there!
Queer Corner: Coffee Hour
Queer Corner is a vibrant space for individuals aged 18+, embracing everyone within the LGBTQ+ community. Join us to connect with others in the area, share your unique experiences, and build a supportive network of younger LGBTQ+ folx. Whether you’re looking to make new friends, find support, or just have a great time, Queer Corner is here to celebrate diversity and foster meaningful connections. Let’s come together to create a welcoming community where everyone feels valued and included!
Galaxy
Galaxy is a group for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning middle and high school youth and their allies who want to hang out with other LGBTQ+ teens and discuss issues relevant to their lives. GALAXY creates a safe and drug-free space where kids can freely discuss issues, participate in activities that allow them to become educated about important issues and feel free to be who they are as unique, spectacular individuals!
Carabiner
Meet other wlw in the area through this 18+ group! This group is open to those who identify as lesbian, bisexual, pansexual, or any wlw identity! 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month @ The Center, 6pm.
Self Defense Class
1st & 2nd Tuesday of the month, 6pm-8pm
Classes are open to all
2-3 moves will be taught each session
Waiver must be signed upon your first visit
Didn't attend the informational session? That's okay! All are welcome.
LGBTQ Game Night
Bring your own games or enjoy the games provided. Come say hi and hang out with others in the LGBTQ Community!
Queer Corner: Winona
Queer Corner is a vibrant space for individuals aged 18+, embracing everyone within the LGBTQ+ community. Join us to connect with others in the area, share your unique experiences, and build a supportive network of younger LGBTQ+ folx. Whether you’re looking to make new friends, find support, or just have a great time, Queer Corner is here to celebrate diversity and foster meaningful connections. Let’s come together to create a welcoming community where everyone feels valued and included!
Queer Corner
Queer Corner is a vibrant space for individuals aged 18+, embracing everyone within the LGBTQ+ community. Join us to connect with others in the area, share your unique experiences, and build a supportive network of younger LGBTQ+ folx. Whether you’re looking to make new friends, find support, or just have a great time, Queer Corner is here to celebrate diversity and foster meaningful connections. Let’s come together to create a welcoming community where everyone feels valued and included!
Self Defense Class
1st & 2nd Tuesday of the month, 6pm-8pm
Classes are open to all
2-3 moves will be taught each session
Waiver must be signed upon your first visit
Didn't attend the informational session? That's okay! All are welcome.
Galaxy
Galaxy is a group for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning middle and high school youth and their allies who want to hang out with other LGBTQ+ teens and discuss issues relevant to their lives. GALAXY creates a safe and drug-free space where kids can freely discuss issues, participate in activities that allow them to become educated about important issues and feel free to be who they are as unique, spectacular individuals!
Thrift & Give
Come shop clothes, games and more at The Center! Everything will be on a pay-what-you-can basis.
Carabiner
Meet other wlw in the area through this 18+ group! This group is open to those who identify as lesbian, bisexual, pansexual, or any wlw identity! 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month @ The Center, 6pm.
Queer Crafting Collective - Candle Making
Bring your own projects and join the fun! We craft, socialize and laugh our way through projects!
Out in Print
July Book:
¡Hola Papi!: How to Come Out in a Walmart Parking Lot and Other Life Lessons by John Paul Brammer
This group will be meeting at Pearl Street Books on the 4th Tuesday of each month at 5:30pm!
This LGBTQ+ book club will discuss books, short stories, films, graphic novels, and more that feature a diverse array of LGBTQ+ narratives. Everyone in the greater La Crosse community is welcomed to participate in our monthly discussions.
Books can be checked out at the La Crosse Public Library, purchased at Pearl Street Books, and/or found on Queer Liberation Library. Additional resources can be found here.
Out in Print is a collaboration with the La Crosse Public Library & Pearl Street Books.
Raising Rainbows
Raising Rainbows in an inclusive playgroup for LGBTQIA+ families. All kids ages 0-10 and their parents deserve a safe and welcoming space to play, have story time, socialize, and do activities.
Please note, first-time families will be asked to sign a general waiver upon their first time to the group.
Galaxy
Galaxy is a group for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning middle and high school youth and their allies who want to hang out with other LGBTQ+ teens and discuss issues relevant to their lives. GALAXY creates a safe and drug-free space where kids can freely discuss issues, participate in activities that allow them to become educated about important issues and feel free to be who they are as unique, spectacular individuals!