downtown mainstreet 2011
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VISIT downtown LACROSSE
2011
ADVERTISERS INDEXCandlewood Suites ....................... 7
Express Printing ............................. 6
Downtown Mainstreet, Inc* ....... 1
GECU.............................................. 6
Generous Earth Pottery* .............. 2
Grand River Station Apartments*..... 2
Grounded Specialty Coffee ......... 7
Honig’s Gift Shop .......................... 6
Howes Diamond Jewelers* .......... 2
kick ................................................... 8
La Crosse Clock ............................. 6
La Crosse Community Theatre* .... 2
LARk* ............................................. 3
Leithold Music ................................. 7
Lighting Designs by Wettstein’s ... 6
Lillians ............................................. 6
Painted Porch ................................. 7
People’s Food Coop ...................... 7
Satori Arts ....................................... 6
Stamp ‘n Hand ............................... 6
State Bank Financial* .................... 3
The Studio by Sue kolve* ............ 3
The UPS Store of La Crosse ........ 6
Treasures on Main* ........................ 8
Waterfront* ..................................... 3
Wettstein’s ....................................... 6
Wine Guyz ...................................... 7
*Check out videos of these advertisers on our website!
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Learn more about these downtown
La Crosse businesses.
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La Crosse Community Th eatre creates productions and projects that enhance the theatrical literacy of their audience members, volunteers, students and staff . Th ey provide opportunities for creativity and personal growth in a fun, collaborative environment. As a community, LCT celebrates human connections through communication and interaction. Each season, September to June, includes six mainstage productions Th ursdays through Sundays on select weekends. LCT off ers educational opportunities for youth all year long, culminating in a summer stage production. As a community theatre, the bulk of LCT’s labor comes from volunteers. LCT is open to all who have an interest in being a part of the process of creating theatre. For more information, including a specifi c performance schedule, visit www.lacrossecommunitytheatre.org. La Crosse Community Th eatre is currently engaged in a capital campaign to construct and own a new theatre building through collaboration with community members, state and local governments and theatre staff . For updates, please see www.newlct.org.
118 5th Ave. N. | La Crosse, WI 54601608-784-9292
www.lacrossecommunitytheatre.orgwww.newlct.org
[email protected]@lacrossecommunitytheatre.org
Generous Earth Pottery off ers handcrafted, one-of-a-kind pottery. Th eir pieces range from beautiful, decorative vases to functional dinnerware to their newest creation: custom-made sinks. All pieces are made on their premises. Generous Earth Pottery also off ers pottery instruction. Classes are given daily and geared toward the beginner or the advanced, the child or the adult, the individual or the group. Classes are off ered during the day and evening to fi t a variety of schedules. Students are permitted and encouraged to use the studio when no classes are in session. Paint Your Own Pottery is available, with pieces available for purchase that are ready to be painted, decorated and personalized. Choose from platters, coff ee mugs, bowls, picture frames, dragons, fairies and more. With tips and encouragement from staff , every piece is ensured to be a work of art. Th e masterpieces are available for pickup within 10-14 days. Reservations are appreciated.
221 Pearl St. | La Crosse, WI 54601608-782-3904
Grand River Station is located in the heart of downtown La Crosse on the corner of Th ird and Jay Streets. Featuring 92 modern apartments, retail space and the La Crosse Transit Center, Grand River Station has it all! Each apartment has a washer and dryer and central heat and air. Th e apartments enjoy amenities such as a theater room, artist workshop, business center, community room, fi tness center and a rooftop garden. Some units were designed with artists in mind and have room for living and working with extra studio space. A building art gallery showcases local and resident artists throughout the year. Choose from hundreds of restaurants, shops and pubs all within walking distance! Whether you’re painting a picture or painting the town, Grand River Station caters to YOU. Live. Work. Create. Grand River Station. Call them today 608-784-0088 or visit them at www.grandriverstation.com.
315 S. Third St. | La Crosse, WI 54601608-784-0088
www.grandriverstation.com [email protected]
Howes Diamond Jewelers is a second-generation business established in 1964 with two locations, one in Red Wing, Minnesota, and one in La Crosse. Howes Diamond Jewelers off ers sterling silver and gold jewelry, colored stones, pearls and watches from designers that are exclusive to their store. Th eir own goldsmith will handle all of your repair needs and custom design work. Th eir specialties are diamonds and engagement rings. Th ey travel each year to Antwerp, Belgium, to hand-select loose diamonds for you. Howes Diamond Jewelers’ engagement rings are from top designers, and they only sell one of each design, so you can be confi dent that you’ll have a one-of-a-kind engagement ring. Stop into either of their two locations, and they will be happy to help you with all of your jewelry needs.
324 Main St. | La Crosse, WI 54601608-785-1441
www.HowesDiamondJewelers.com Find us on Facebook
Dan Howes
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Terry Crolius, Vice President Business Banking
401 Main St. | La Crosse, WI 54601608-791-4201
www.statebankfi nancial.comteresac@statebankfi nancial.com
State Bank Financial is committed to what they o� er their customers. It’s a combination: all the capabilities and services of a regional bank with the personalized, high-touch, responsive service of a community-based institution. Area business leaders look to State Bank for advice they can trust and guidance they can follow. � eir business banking o� cers work with clients in a variety of industries and business sizes, from nonpro ts to privately held companies and farms. � ey would love to see if they can help your business, too. Business Banking at State Bank Financial: the bank you’ve always wanted … with the insight you’ve always looked for.
328 Front St. S. | La Crosse, WI 54601608-782-5400
www.thewaterfrontlacrosse.com
� e Waterfront Restaurant and Tavern is the La Crosse area’s most evolving restaurant, o� ering menus that are inventive and delicious in an atmosphere that is re ned and relaxed. � e Waterfront Restaurant features only the highest-quality ingredients, featuring USDA Prime beef and the freshest seafood available. � e cuisine style re� ects American classics with a contemporary and international � air. � e Tavern features live entertainment weekly, and the outdoor patio o� ers comfortable seating on the banks of the beautiful Mississippi River. Try the best Happy Hour in downtown every Monday through Friday. Enjoy sushi every Wednesday night, hand rolled by their chef and featuring a new menu weekly, or try one of their all-new monthly Five-Course Wine Pairing Dinners, each course artfully paired with a complementing wine, with a new theme every month. Exceptional fare presented with exceptional service is their standard and has been recognized as the O� cial Best of Wisconsin 2011 and Best of La Crosse annually since 2008.
From the special dress to a tailored pant or simple white tee, LARK’s owner and clothing designer Andrea Fisher always designs with you in mind. Whether it is a perfect t right o� the rack or personally tailored for you, Andrea and the designers she showcases provide an attention to detail, a � attering t and quality that you cannot nd anywhere else. Andrea does all of her own designing and patternwork and has her clothing produced here in Wisconsin. She understands how you want to look and can help you look and feel your best. Fashion has never been this easy, this � attering and this locally designed and made. Find your style at LARK.
319 Main St. | La Crosse, WI 54601608-782-1025
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� e Studio by Sue Kolve is a one-of-a-kind bar salon in La Crosse, Wisconsin. Hip and fun, � e Studio features six service bars: � e Cut Bar, � e Dry Bar, � e Color Bar, � e Shot Bar, � e Wave Bar and � e Wax Bar. Guests can choose to have the perfect mix of services that ts their time, budget and “wow” factor for the day. � e Studio is owned and operated by Sue Kolve. Kolve opened her rst salon, Sue Kolve’s Hair Studio, in 1985 with 300 clients and no employees. Celebrating 26 years in business in 2011, Kolve has traveled throughout the world as a Redken Artist, teaching other industry professionals the Principles of Business, Design and Color. She has worked as a stylist behind the scenes and on main stage for numerous hair shows and continually strives to grow the salon and spa industry. Sue Kolve’s Salon & Day Spa™ is one of Redken’s Club 5th Avenue Elite Salons, a status the salon has maintained for more than a decade.
3 Rivers Plaza Retail Center40 Copeland Ave. | Suite 107
La Crosse, WI 54603608-783-2370
www.thestudiobysuekolve.com
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Candlewood Suites ................................................ 156 Copeland Ave. • www.candlewoodsuites.com
Express Printing ....................................................5 227 N. 3rd St. • www.expressprinting.webs.com
Downtown Mainstreet, Inc* .................................24 500 Main St. • www.lacrossedowntown.com
GECU ...................................................................3 225 La Crosse St. • www.gecuwi.com
Generous Earth Pottery* ......................................12 221 Pearl St. • www.generousearthpottery.com
Grand River Station Apartments*.........................15 315 S. 3rd St. • www.grandriverstation.com
Grounded Specialty Coffee ...................................19308 Main St. • www.groundedspecialtycoffee.com
Honig’s Gift Shop ................................................ 23 531 Main St. • www.honigsgifts.com
Howes Diamond Jewelers* ................................... 18324 Main St. • www.howesdiamondjewelers.com
kick ....................................................................... 9 115 S. 2nd St. • www.mykickshoes.com
La Crosse Clock .................................................. 10 125 S. 2nd St. • www.lacrosse-clock.com
La Crosse Community Theatre* ........................... 22 118 5th Ave. N. • www.lacrossecommunitytheatre.org
LARk* ................................................................ 20 319 Main St. • www.larkboutique.net
Leitholds ..............................................................17 116 4th St. S. • www.leitholdmusic.com
Lighting Designs by Wettstein’s .............................4300 2nd St. N. • www.lightingdesignlax.com
Lillians ..................................................................8200 Main St. • www.lilliansshoppe.com/lacrosse
Painted Porch ........................................................7 200 Main St.
People’s Food Coop ..............................................26 315 5th Ave. S. • www.pfc.coop
Satori Arts ............................................................ 11 201 Pearl St.
Stamp ‘n Hand .....................................................16 200 S. 4th St. • www.rubberstampslacrosse.com
State Bank Financial* ...........................................21 401 Main St. • www.statebankfinancial.com
The Studio by Sue kolve* ......................................240 Copeland Ave., Suite 107
www.thestudiobysuekolve.com
The UPS Store of La Crosse .................................25 317 4th St. S. • www.theupsstorelocal.com/3838
Treasures on Main* ..............................................27722 Main St. • www.treasuresonmainst.net
Waterfront* ..........................................................13 328 Front St. S. • www.thewaterfrontlacrosse.com
Wettstein’s ............................................................ 6 215 3rd St. N. • www.wettsteins.com
Wine Guyz .......................................................... 14 122 King St. • www.wineguyz.com
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Satori ArtsGallery
A National Historic Landmark
“Known for the unusual”Ancient Chinese Artifacts • Custom
Wedding Rings • Mississippi River PearlsUnique Handcrafted Jewelry
Sculpture • Graphics201 Pearl St., La Crosse, WI 54601
608.785.2779
Your “Can Do” Printer!
608-784-4900
CustomWedding Printing
227 N 3rd Street • La Crosse, WI 54601www.expressprinting.webs.com
EXPRESS PRINTING LLCEXPRESS PRINTING LLC
Downtown La Crosse Between Del’s Bar & Wettstein’s
For all yourprinting &
copying needs!
High Speed Copies • Full Color Copies • Business Cards • Letterhead • Envelopes • Newsletters • Brochures •
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Visit these downtown La Crosse businesses and be sure to check out their websites for up-to-date events and sales!
225 La Crosse St. La Crosse, WI 54601-0579 Phone 608-785-7720 Fax 608-784-1202 Audio Service 1-866-267-4728 www.gecuwi.com
Open to the community since 1931
Fully Financial, Fully Friendly
G.E.C.U.
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People’s Food Co-op315 Fifth Avenue South
Downtown La Crosse
www.pfc.coop • 608.784.5798
Shop Local!Shop Co-op!
Shop Local!Shop Co-op!
Call to stay in one of our spacious, relaxing suites today!
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Open Seven Days a WeekDowntown La Crosse