The Station

The Station Welcome to The Coffee Shop at The Station! Serving a full coffee bar, bakery, and seasonal ice cream in Historic Downtown Trempealeau, WI! Shirley A.
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Permanently closed.

In early 2019, I was looking for a way to step back into career-life without the commute to La Crosse. I always thought I would return to work in higher education, as I LOVED supporting college students of all ages get their start. Who knew the weekday job Brad and Amy Stanislowski gave me as an early-morning barista at Driftless Bike N‘ Bean would fit me so well?! For the next year I served coffe

e-lovers from far and wide and enjoyed every minute of it! I looked forward to seeing our regulars each day and delighted in stories from tourists as to what brought them to my hometown. I came to consider the Stanislowskis as an extension of my own family and was able to serve the Trempealeau community with such enthusiasm, because I felt so at-home, supported, and appreciated. I ended up leaving Driftless Bike N‘ Bean for another job in higher education before realizing I was attempting to re-open a chapter of my life meant to stay closed. It was during this time, the former property owner, Kevin Miller, made me an offer I couldn’t refuse. The larger salary I was earning afforded me the opportunity to purchase the properties now known as Driftless Bike N‘ Bean and Liberty Peak Deli. While Kevin and his wife were moving out west, he let me know they still cared about the future of Trempealeau and knew I would do right by our village as owner of these unique properties, and later as an entrepreneur myself. And so here we are, a bittersweet moment for sure, as we say good-bye to Driftless Bike N‘ Bean and Liberty Peak Deli. Brad and Amy Stanislowski, their children, and everyone who has served our community within these businesses have made an indelible, positive impact reaching far beyond Trempealeau. Thanks to these lovely humans, locals return daily and many travelers look forward to visiting our beautiful village season after season. I hope to continue on in the spirit of Driftless Bike N‘ Bean, serving our community and all of its visitors, while layering in my unique style and vision. Each step of this journey has been paved with blessings I will never take for granted. There are so many to thank, and so much to appreciate as I begin my own story on Main Street. I hope each customer will feel at home, supported, appreciated, and valued as much as I have here. My appreciation for your support will show up as genuine smiles and conversation, yummy coffee drinks, and tasty treats, while supporting local producers of all kinds. I hope you’ll enjoy our down-home atmosphere and linger a little longer as we share in something special together…down at The Station. Heffner, Owner of The Station

Oh boy, this was HARD to keep on “The Down Leau”!!! 😘 I am SO EXCITED for the new owners of downtown Trempealeau’s coffe...
01/16/2026

Oh boy, this was HARD to keep on “The Down Leau”!!! 😘 I am SO EXCITED for the new owners of downtown Trempealeau’s coffee shop and for our community!!! Fat Duck Designs creators, Caryn and Kyle Breunig are taking their creative juices to a whole new level on Main Street, not only re-vamping the space, but opening later this spring with new twists on old favorites. I can’t wait to meet YOU at The Down Leau!!!

Help give our “new” local entrepreneurs a fantastic start with a like/follow on their FB and Insta pages - you won’t wanna miss what they’ve got in store!! 💖☕️🎉

I've had to keep the cards close to my chest on this deal until it is done, and then it will be someone else's story to ...
12/27/2025

I've had to keep the cards close to my chest on this deal until it is done, and then it will be someone else's story to tell...down on Main Street in Trempealeau, WI! Here's what I can share for now:

"So, is it still going to be a coffee shop?"
YES!
"What can you tell us about the new owners?
Not much, but you'll love 'em, the new space, and the name, I promise!
"Can we still visit YOU?!"
Yes, I'm still at home in Trempealeau and will definitely be supporting our new downtown coffee shop when it opens!

The Station closed for good at noon on Monday, Dec. 22, 2025. THANK YOU to everyone who supported me through this leg of...
12/27/2025

The Station closed for good at noon on Monday, Dec. 22, 2025. THANK YOU to everyone who supported me through this leg of my soul's journey. I could not be more grateful for this side-quest that yielded the transformational tools I need for my next phase in life. I hope you will join me as I continue down a new path - I'll post the next side-quest map as soon as I've drawn it up...from down home, Trempealeau, WI. 💖

The last Saturday before…a lotta things! Christmas to start - you can snag some locally-created unique items, bags of co...
12/20/2025

The last Saturday before…a lotta things! Christmas to start - you can snag some locally-created unique items, bags of coffee from our favorite roasters, Happy Productions Studios and Loons Nest Coffee Roastery!

Last Saturday for Bloedow Bakery goodies, delicious coffee and espresso drinks all made with love…down at The Station!

Monday, December 22 at noon, this train leaves the station! We are so grateful to have served you!!

🎁☕️🚂🍩

It’s the eve of the last “week” of my work with The Station. We are open until noon, Thursday through Monday, December 2...
12/18/2025

It’s the eve of the last “week” of my work with The Station. We are open until noon, Thursday through Monday, December 22, 2025. This photo was from the eve of re-opening after our first remodel, making this space even warmer than when I started. I have loved creating this atmosphere of which YOU have been the best part!

To all of us starting “a whole new way of being”, I wish you the very best. The adventure continues and I hope you’ll stop down for one more cuppa, one more story, and one more cozy-up…down at The Station! ♥️☕️🚂💫

*Last Day Open: Monday, Dec. 22, 2025*Thanks to our loyal customers, we don’t have much to liquidate! All items pictured...
12/13/2025

*Last Day Open: Monday, Dec. 22, 2025*

Thanks to our loyal customers, we don’t have much to liquidate! All items pictured on this white shelf are priced to go home with you as a lovely reminder of this blip of Trempealeau’s history!

Station Merch: $10/each
Bleached Tees: $5/each
Soul Stuffs: $4 - $10/each
Rishi Teas: $10/each

Ok, coffee lovers and shopper’s of things, this is your 2nd to last Saturday to get some locally-created gifts for your ...
12/13/2025

Ok, coffee lovers and shopper’s of things, this is your 2nd to last Saturday to get some locally-created gifts for your loved ones along with your cuppa Happy Productions Studios Medium Roast and a Bloedow Bakery treat!

Our last day open will be Monday, December 22, 2025! As this train hits the shed for a bit, my soul is ready to fly off the rails and onto something much more “me”! I am grateful for the opportunity to have served you with love…down at The Station!!

♥️💫🚂☕️🍩

We are closed due to weather Sunday 11/30Sleep in, snugga-down and get excited for the Holiday Extravaganza at Central P...
11/30/2025

We are closed due to weather Sunday 11/30

Sleep in, snugga-down and get excited for the Holiday Extravaganza at Central Park this afternoon at 3:30! I’ll see ya tomorrow and you can tell me all about it…down at The Station! 💖☕️🚂

*Closing at 10:30 Today (Sat 11/29)*1/2 price pastries til gone! Since I made the trip to Bloedow Bakery this morning, l...
11/29/2025

*Closing at 10:30 Today (Sat 11/29)*

1/2 price pastries til gone! Since I made the trip to Bloedow Bakery this morning, let’s move the rest of these goodies and get my staff home safely! Happy snowmegadon!!

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I’ve seen so many businesses closing with messages that begin: “It is with a heavy heart…” and mine aches for them. Ther...
11/27/2025

I’ve seen so many businesses closing with messages that begin: “It is with a heavy heart…” and mine aches for them. There is nothing like giving your passion your all and having to feel the pain of defeat.

Today I am so blessed and grateful to be able to say that it is with a FULL and DANCING heart, I announce I will be closing “The Station” at the end of this year, exact date TBD, but between Dec. 22 and Dec. 31. 2025. Now is the time to use up your gift cards – tell your friends and family!

Your heart is FULL and DANCING, really Shirley?!

Yes, really! Here’s why…
I have LOVED serving our community and its visitors, sharing stories and connection over nosh and coffee drinks I have made with love. I have watched children, friends, families, and other businesses grow, all within the hardship and magic that is life. While my fade out of the coffee biz may not look like growth, I have grown by leaps and bounds through this venture! My internal evolution has allowed me to see that my passion does not live in this type of service. As soon as I realized this truth, The Universe provided the means for a lovely transition, for both myself and the fabric of Trempealeau!

What do you mean by “means of transition”?
First, buyers for my business! And not just any buyers, but ones who could meet me where I want to operate. People with heart and soul, care and concern, interest in mutual benefit instead of mutual exploitation. In short, people who care about people, their own dreams and passions, as well as being of service within our beautiful community. And yes, 11369 Main Street will still be a place to gather, enjoy delicious coffee drinks and other delectable treats, along with brand new offerings! All with a style you’re just gonna love – I promise!

What’s Next?
We’re going to practice living in the NOW together on this, ok?
Right now, my customers and our community need to know they have a limited time to use up their gift cards from The Station and to keep an eye out for future messaging – there will be MORE!

Also, while this sale is sure close to a “done deal”, we are living in 2025 – the year of “WTF was that?!”
Regardless of the outcome of this sale, The Station will be closed at the end of this year. I have a list of interested buyers/renters, and should you want to be added, zip me an email at [email protected]. There be magic here for sure, it’s just time to pass the wand.

Post your questions in comments or via email so I/we make sure to address them in future messaging. If you are privy to something that isn’t YOURS to share, then please don’t.

I will share more of what is MINE to share over the next month, and when the new owners are ready, they will begin their own story…down on Main Street in Trempealeau, WI!

Friends, our family has got the sick! The Station will be closed thru Thanksgiving. We'll be healed-up and excited to se...
11/23/2025

Friends, our family has got the sick! The Station will be closed thru Thanksgiving. We'll be healed-up and excited to see everyone this Friday!! We hope you enjoy the holiday with those you love! 💖

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11369 Main Street
Trempealeau, WI
54661

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