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Thursday, Sep. 2, 2010 |
South Barstow redesign update!
We’ve got a bit of an update on the S. Barstow Street redesign/reconstruction project. This week, the city threw up the bat signal for proposals on the project. (Side note: it’d be cool if we had a giant Request for Proposals spotlight to blaze across the night sky, but sadly ... we don’t).
The approximate deadline for proposal submissions is September 22. We hear the city hopes to pick a firm to handle the project, create an official agreement, and hold a meeting betwixt them and the Eau Claire City Council by October 26-ish (the council’s second legislative session that month).
So, we’d expect the window for public input to (roughly) run from November 2010 through June 2011. And we’d hope the public outreach on the project to be at least as intensive as SEH Inc.’s process for the Hasting’s Way redesign.
As long as we’re engaging in some Eau Claire Street TalkTM, you can read all about the current state of the Hastings Way redesign in the latest issue of Volume One. To wit:
- After several months and more than 700 comments, Short Elliott Hendrickson, the company hired by the city as consultant for the Hastings Way project, is ready to unveil redesign possibilities at a Sept. 9 meeting.
- “You’ll actually see some alternatives of the roadway,” SEH engineer Randy Sanford said ... read more.
Thought you'd like to know.
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posted by Mike Paulus |
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Wednesday, Sep. 1, 2010 Reader note highlights a common case of local ironyWhen asked What local store do you find yourself frequenting most often and why?, Jackie says, “Wal-Mart.” |
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Tuesday, Aug. 31, 2010 Cheesemaker pin-up calendar released, Travel Wisconsin shakes fist at skyTwelve Wisconsinite artisan cheesemakers are featured in a new 2011 calendar, posing with their cheesy goods just ... out there. |
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Monday, Aug. 30, 2010 Phantom at His Bedside
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Monday, Aug. 30, 2010
Eau Claire not only Wis. city harping about brain drain
Not a huge surprise, but – much like the Chippewa Valley – the rest of Wisconsin is worried about brain drain (aka human capital flight). And Milwaukee is worried most.
August 26, 2010 Issue
Tour De Noir
Although the golden age of the genre receded back to the 40s and 50s, Eau Claire native Blake Hamilton, a longtime fanatic of noir, decided to bring back "black" film (say that five times fast) to the Chippewa Valley. Shot locally and following the path of an aspiring hit man on the brink of madness, the recently finished caper – suitably titled Fedora – promises to be as unique as it is dark.
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words by Eric Larson |
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Visual Art Stout Grad Releases Children’s Picture BookUW-Stout illustration grad Eliza Wheeler recently released her first full-length picture book What Does It Mean to Be Present? |
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Words Writing On Your Own“If I were to make an analogy to movies, I would say my first novel is more of the summer blockbuster type, and then the second one is more of like the indie film.” – Jaron Lee Knuth |
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Local Look Hastings Way UpdateAfter several months and more than 700 comments, Short Elliott Hendrickson, the company hired by the city as consultant for the Hastings Way project, is ready to unveil redesign possibilities at a Sept. 9 meeting. |
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Friday, Aug. 27, 2010 |
Local Perfomers on Live with Regis and Kelly
The Colfax-based comedy juggling team of In Capable Hands was featured on Live with Regis and Kelly via video on Friday. As part of the "Wild And Wacky Talent Contest," Steve Russell and Kobi Shaw displayed their rendition of the William Tell Overture by hitting each other on the head with plastic tubes.This wasn't the first time the local couple has had some national noteriety. In 2006, they were featured on the Tonight Show with Jay Leno with the same routine. If they win the contest they will be gaining fame, fortune, and a life-time supply of gum. Voting on their catagory is available until midnight, Friday, August 27th. To vote, go to www.tinyurl.com/wildandwacky. Click on "Vote Now!" and register.
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posted by jugglery |
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Musicians wanted for Cable TV.
Musicians wanted for Cable Tv show. Eau Claire Public Access TV is shown on Charter Cable North to Spooner, East, West & South, covering a wide viewing area. We do our live show & taping on the 3rd Friday of each month. We have fun & get exposure as well.
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LOL in the ValleyThu. Sep. 2 • 7:30-10pm |
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Small Business Boutique & Networking Night
Sep. 2 • 2-7:30pm • Porter Place, 914 Porter Ave., Eau Claire, WI 54701 (One block SW of the YMCA)
90'S NiGHT @ FRiDAY'S
Sep. 2 • 4pm-1am • T.G.I. FRiDAYS
Infinitea Game Night
Sep. 2 • 5-8pm • Infinitea Teahouse, 112 East Grand Ave, Eau Claire
Featuring Local Artist: Cortney Stoner
Sep. 2 • 6-10pm • Tangled Up in Hue
Health 101
Sep. 2 • 6-6:30pm • Erickson Chiropractic Clinic, 2722 London Road, Eau Claire
Raising Your Spirited Child
Sep. 2 • 6-8pm • River Source Family Center
SIT: Stitch it Together
Sep. 2 • 6-9pm • Folk Art Emporium
Texas Hold'Em Poker Night
Sep. 2 • 6-8pm • Hallie Bar & Grill
Thimbleberries Club
Sep. 2 • 6-8pm • The Calico Shoppe
Bluegrass Jammers
Sep. 2 • 6:30-9:30pm • Ojibwa Golf & Bowl
Country Nights Saloon: DJ Night
Sep. 2 • 7-10pm • Country Nights Saloon
ProSound Entertainment DJ & Karaoke
Sep. 2 • 7-10pm • CountryNights Saloon, N5696 850th Street, Elk Mound
Red Zone Sports Bar: Trivia Contest + DJ & Karaoke w. JME
Sep. 2 • 7pm • Red Zone Sports Bar, 2071 S. Praire View Rd, Lake Hallie
Red Zone Sports Bar: Trivia Contest w/ DJ & Karaoke
Sep. 2 • 7pm • Red Zone Sports Bar, 2071 S. Praire View Rd, Lake Hallie
Stout Alehouse: Team Trivia
Sep. 2 • 7-9pm • Stout Ale House
Tailgates: D.J. Shawnzilla Karaoke
Sep. 2 • 7pm-1am • Tailgates, 1505 N. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire
The Snout Saloon: Meat Raffle
Sep. 2 • 7pm • The Snout Saloon, 13 W Central St, Chippewa Falls
West of East
Sep. 2 • 7-9pm • Acoustic Cafe, Eau Claire
Wii Night
Sep. 2 • 7pm • The Barley Club at Pine Meadow
TRX Suspension Training with Benji Williford
Sep. 2 • 7:15-8:15pm • Radiant Health Chiropractic, 534 Water St., Eau Claire
Barley Club: Live DJ
Sep. 2 • 7:30-11:30pm • The Barley Club at Pine Meadow
Cannibal Days
Sep. 2 • 7:30-9:30pm • Riverside Theatre
LOL in the Valley
Sep. 2 • 7:30-10pm • Ramada Inn and Convention Center, 205 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire
Open Dance - Belly Dance
Sep. 2 • 7:30-8:30pm • Sofia Spirit Studio, 2131 Fenwick Avenue, Eau Claire
Zumba Fitness Class
Sep. 2 • 7:30-8:30pm • Christ Church Cathedral, 510 S. Farwell St., Eau Claire
On Golden Pond
Sep. 2 • 8-10pm • Fanny Hill Dinner Theatre
Open Mic at Sammy's Pizza
Sep. 2 • 8-11pm
Sammy's Pizza & Pub: Open Mic Night
Sep. 2 • 8pm • Sammy's Pizza & Pub, 2812 London Rd., Eau Claire
The Pioneer Grill & Saloon: Country Night with Country Music Videos
Sep. 2 • 8pm • Pioneer Grill & Saloon, E5699 Cty Rd D, Menomonie
Brazilian Zumba
Sep. 2 • 8:15-9:15pm • 123 Graham Ave., Eau Claire
Boston's: Team Trivia
Sep. 2 • 9-11pm • Boston's: The Gourmet Pizza
Court'N House: Karaoke
Sep. 2 • 9pm-1am • Girolamo’s Court ‘n House Bar & Grill
Erwin's 19th Hole: DJ/Karaoke
Sep. 2 • 9pm • Erwin's 19th Hole
Happy Hollow Tavern: Cash Pot Karaoke with D.J. Ham Gravy
Sep. 2 • 9pm-2am • The Happy Hollow
Karaoke Night
Sep. 2 • 9pm-2am • The Village Tavern
Loopy's: Karaoke
Sep. 2 • 9pm-2am • Loopy's
O'Leary's: Best Sound & Light Show
Sep. 2 • 9pm-1am • O'Leary's
Poo's on the Pond: Best Sound & Light Show
Sep. 2 • 9pm-1am • Poo's on the Pond
Texas Hold'Em Poker Night
Sep. 2 • 9-11pm • Hallie Bar & Grill
Two Waters Bar: Live DJ with Gong Karaoke
Sep. 2 • 9pm-1am • Two Waters Bar
Two Many Banjos
Sep. 2 • 10pm • The Mousetrap
Wigwam Tavern: Trivia Night
Sep. 2 • 9pm • Wigwam Tavern
Hauntings Web Series: Holy Cross Railroad Crossing
This is episode ten of the Hauntings Web Series. It features the Holy Cross Railroad Crossing between the towns of Phillips and Fifield, Wisconsin.
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Monday 8-30-10 Chippewa Valley Rock-n-Roll Kickball Classic in Local Events |
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Friday 8-27-10 |
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Friday 8-20-10 |
Cowboy's got the Blues
On Sunday, August 29, the "Blues for Boobs" cancer benefit event took place at Shari's Chippewa Club featuring many local blues bands. Photo by Mike O'Brien.
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Tuesday 8-31-10 |
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Tuesday 8-31-10 |
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Monday 8-30-10 |
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Wednesday 8-25-10 |
Grand Avenue Café
A quaint (and popular) little café known for their sandwiches, quiches, homemade soups, and bread pudding. Vegetarian friendly, breakfast, outdoor seating, and brunch everyday.
Avg Price: Entrée: $4-$7
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Average 4.1 of 5 stars |
Customer Review
I love this cafe. It's aesthetically pleasing and the hot chocolate rocks.
by treelizard
Avatar 3D
"Avatar" is the story of an ex-Marine who finds himself thrust into hostilities on an alien planet filled with exotic life forms. As an Avatar, a human mind in an alien body, he finds himself torn bet...
Rated: PG-13
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Average 5.0 of 5 stars |
Local Rating
WOW!!! That is all I can say! WOW!!! This was my first 3D movie and it was absolutely amazing. The special effects, the story line, the action, it was just spectacular. There is a very good reason why this has grossed over a billion dollars world-wide. What can James Cameron do next?
Volume One on the Seattle waterfront
Volume One super fan Chuck Gamble emailed in to say, “Just back from a Seattle trip and had a few V1 pics for you. Don't know if any are useful but thought you'd get a chuckle. I brought along 5 copies of V1 and left them in various appropriate places in Seattle."
Above: Seattle waterfront. I snuck into a group of gulls hanging out at Ivar's restaurant. You'll notice by my left cheek that one of them left me a gift. Also: At Ivar's ... but on the safe no-seagull side. That's a statue of Ivar himself. He liked the paper. And at the Pike Place Market.
I read this story while working at the kiosk I own and operate in the mall,...
Hilary
09/02/10
from article: Back Against the Mall
I would go to this if you didn't have to be 21+
09/02/10
from event: Our Judgment + Defenestrator + TBA
Ronin, this is true. That is why I enjoy riding my bicycle to several smal...
09/02/10
from blog post: Reader note highlights a common case of local irony
To Ronin: I am not originally from here and one of my perceptions of Eau C...
Susan Santee-Buenger
09/02/10
from blog post: Reader note highlights a common case of local irony
Another comforting thing it suggests: there seems to be full employment in ...
Thanks4Asking
09/02/10
from blog post: Eau Claire not only Wis. city harping about brain drain
If these are rogues, let's have more of them. And a quick raspberry to whoe...
bubbiesue
09/02/10
from blog post: Rogue Flowers! UPDATED!
I have to say it, bash me if you want, but not every small/local business h...
Ronin
09/02/10
from blog post: Reader note highlights a common case of local irony
Wal-Mart used to be a small business. Just sayin'.
keveightysev
09/01/10
from blog post: Reader note highlights a common case of local irony