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Saturday, Jul. 31, 2010 |
This Weekend: You’re gonna live forever
This weekend, Eau Claire gets famous with three stagings of FAME. First the hit motion picture, then the long-running TV series, and now ECCT ends its 21st season with the new stage adaptation. Set during the last years of NYC's High School for the Performing Arts, Fame is the bittersweet but ultimately inspiring story of a diverse group of students as they commit to four years of grueling artistic and academic work. And there’s lots of dancin’. (State Theatre, downtown Eau Claire, WI; Sat. 1:30pm & 7:30pm, Sun. 1:30pm; $18 adults, $16 seniors, $8 youth)
ON A STICK | Eau Claire County Fair: This youth and family-focused event places emphasis on education, recognition and family involvement. The county fair is non-commercial and has no midway or carnival. In addition to a wide variety of animal shows and hundreds of non-animal exhibits, the fair features a style revue, talent show, livestock auction, pie baking contest, small animal fun show, charcoal chicken dinner, polka band, antique appraisal, award ceremony, and dance. (Eau Claire County Expo Center, Eau Claire; Sat. 8am-10pm, Sun. 8am-4pm; free)
INDIE | Icarus Himself + Landino Harryman: The first of two shows tonight by Madison's Icarus Himself. Featuring former members of Eau Claire's Jimmy's Comet and Madison's National Beekeeper's Society. First, an all ages set at Infinitea at 7pm, followed by a late 21+ show at The Mousetrap on Barstow. (Infinitea, 112 E. Grand Ave, Eau Claire; Sat, 7pm; free)
COUNTRY | Anna Johnson and Her Band: Singer/songwriter Anna Johnson moved from Chippewa Falls has moved to Nashville, TN where she recorded her first album. She sings songs about life, love and friendship with her simple, clean acoustic guitar accompaniment. (Heyde Center for the Arts, Chippewa Falls; Sat. 7:30pm; adults $8, seniors $7, youth $3)
The rest of Saturday here. More of a Sunday person? This link's for you.
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Friday, Jul. 30, 2010 Meridene teases us with first single off upcoming recordAmble Down indie rockers' CD may mark another shift in sound |
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Friday, Jul. 30, 2010 The Big Week, Episode 92:
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Wednesday, Jul. 28, 2010
Vote your face off with Best of the Chippewa Valley 2010
VOTE! Our big, giant, massive, Valley-wide Best of the Chippewa Valley reader poll is now up and firing on all cylinders!
Tuesday, Jul. 27, 2010
Is floating the river getting too popular?
Today we learn that local rivers pose a danger to fleeing criminals – because they’re an absolutely stupid getaway route.
July 29, 2010 Issue
Chalkfest Profile: Tyler Moen
One of Chalkfest’s most celebrated participants is Tyler Moen, a UWEC fine arts and illustration graduate who will put chalk to concrete for the third time this year. “In years past, I’ve replicated little garden scenes,” Moen explained. “I think I have an idea for this year, which makes me nervous because the other two years I didn’t know what I was going to do, and it worked really well. We’ll see what happens.”
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words by Lisa de Felice |
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Local Look The Castle PlaygroundBeside the fact that Menomonie’s River Heights Elementary playground is the most unique and arguably “the best” in the Valley, it’s also an example of community building and grassroots movements at their very best. |
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Local Look Questioning the Locals | Roller Girl Jaclyn Fischer"Well any skater is gonna take hits and give hits regardless of whether you are a Jammer or a Blocker. So either way a roller girl learns to be tough." |
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Kid Culture Birthday Hot SpotsThese places in the Chippewa Valley offer kids today the joy of a custom-made birthday no matter what their style. |
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Thursday, Jul. 15, 2010 |
Calling all filmmakers!
The Fresh Filmmakers Production Grant will facilitate the production of one short narrative film (ten minutes or less) directed by a filmmaker who has been making films for no more than five years.The winning filmmaker will receive a $1000 stipend, mentorship by some of Minnesota’s most accomplished filmmakers, professional services from casting through distribution, and high-end camera and equipment rental.To apply, you’ll need a 7-page screenplay, a reel, a budget, a production plan, a resume, and other supporting documentation. DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION: SEPTEMBER 13, 2010 See the IFP MN website for the details.
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Chippewa Valley Chase Volunteers
The area's first true bicycle festival, the Chippewa Valley Chase will be held in Owen Park Aug. 14 and feature racing, food, drink, and music. Want to volunteer as race course attendant? FREE t-shirt, FREE lunch, and the best seat in the house.
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FameSat. Jul. 31 • 1:30-3:30pm |
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Bikini Contest
Jul. 31 • 3pm • Red Zone Sportsbar, 2071 S. Praire View Rd, Lake Hallie
Texas Hold'Em Poker Night
Jul. 31 • 3-5pm • Jensen's Bar & Grill
Greg Brice on Piano
Jul. 31 • 5-7pm • Harmony Corner Cafe, 210 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire
Summer Book Study
Jul. 31 • 6:30-8pm • The Coffee Grounds, 3460 Mall Drive, Eau Claire
Divergence: The Zoo Story + The Coming World
Jul. 31 • 7pm • Mabel Tainter Memorial Theater
DooDaDay House Concert
Jul. 31 • 7pm • Accola Gallery, 502 2nd Ave. E., Durand
Icarus Himself + Landino Harryman
Jul. 31 • 7-8:30pm • Infinitea, 112 E. Grand Ave, Eau Claire
Loudray
Jul. 31 • 7-10pm • Acoustic Cafe, Eau Claire
NTPA Truck & Tractor Pull
Jul. 31 • 7-11:55pm • Dunn County Fairgrounds, 620 17th Street, Menomonie
Shillelagh Lads
Jul. 31 • 7-10pm • Houligans Steak & Seafood Pub, 415 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire
Anna Johnson and Her Band
Jul. 31 • 7:30pm • Heyde Center for the Arts
Fame
Jul. 31 • 7:30-9:30pm • State Theatre
Always… Patsy Cline
Jul. 31 • 8-10pm • Fanny Hill
Lucas Fischer and the Coolhand Saints
Jul. 31 • 8pm-1am • The James Sheeley House Saloon, 236 West River St., Chippewa Falls
Once in a Blue Room
Jul. 31 • 8:30pm • Sammy’s Pizza Restaurant & Pub
5 O'Clock Club: Karaoke
Jul. 31 • 9pm • 5 O'Clock Club
Contradiction
Jul. 31 • 9pm • O'Leary's
DJ/Live Band Nights
Jul. 31 • 9pm-2am • Construction Zone Bar & Grill
do it yourself DaIsY + Defenestrator
Jul. 31 • 9pm • Bottle & Barrel Bar
Eisold’s Irvine Bar: 80's Trivia + Karaoke
Jul. 31 • 9pm-1am • Eisold’s Irvine Bar
Electric Wagon Burner
Jul. 31 • 9pm-2am • Erwin's 19th Hole, 1705 County Hwy 00, Chippewa Falls
Halloween Party (in July!)
Jul. 31 • 9pm-1am • My Place
Happy Hollow Tavern: D.J. Ham Gravy
Jul. 31 • 9pm-2:30am • Happy Hollow Tavern, 1628 N. Hillcrest Parkway, Altoona
Karaoke
Jul. 31 • 9pm • Das Bierhaus
Loopy's: Karaoke
Jul. 31 • 9pm-2am • Loopy's
Roadhouse Rockin Saturdays
Jul. 31 • 9pm-2am • Deweys Roadhouse
Saturday Showcase Showdown
Jul. 31 • 9pm • T.G.I. FRiDAYS
Tailgates: D.J. Shawnzilla
Jul. 31 • 9pm-2am • Tailgates, 1505 N. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire
The Finesse CD Release Show + Letters From Earth + One Machine
Jul. 31 • 9pm • Eau Claire House of Rock
Sea Horse Inn: Karaoke
Jul. 31 • 9:30pm-1:30am • Sea Horse Inn
DJ Night
Jul. 31 • 10pm-2am • Doubleday’s Sports Bar and Grill
Snifter + Icarus Himself
Jul. 31 • 10:30pm-2am • The Mousetrap, 311 S. Barstow, Eau Claire
Volume One's Big Week, Episode 92
In this episode: Bloomer don't want no sand plant, you can't go swimming, personal submarines, and the trouble with soda. Also, we give away a $50 gift certificate to Eclectica Gifts and 2 tickets to Micon Cinemas. (If you'd like to enter a contest, go here.) This episode is supported by Deborah Becker of State Farm Insurance.
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Friday 7-30-10 |
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Friday 7-30-10 Upcoming Eau Claire Road Construction with Public Works Director Brian Amundson |
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Friday 7-30-10 Eau Claire Road Construction Update with Public Works Director Brian Amundson |
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Friday 7-30-10 Wisconsin's own Original Cream Puff with Alice in Dairyland Christine Lindner |
Long way to splash
A 2009 Volume One Photo Contest entry.
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Tuesday 7-27-10 |
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Tuesday 7-27-10 |
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Saturday 7-24-10 |
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Thursday 7-22-10 Alice In Chains at Rockfest 2010 in Local Events |
Haymarket Grill
Contemporary American style cuisine that constantly evolves in tune with the seasons, assuring some of the freshest ingredients in the valley. They feature an extensive lunch menu and dinner is a veritable worldly adventure with customized pastas, steaks, chops, and more. Some of the more popular dishes include walnut burgers, Greek salads, and seafood. An extensive list of beers, wines, and martinis are available. Catering, vegetarian friendly, open late on weekends, and outdoor seating on the sidewalk.
Avg Price: Entrée: $10-$30
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Average 4.0 of 5 stars |
Customer Review
We loved this restaurant! The bartender was extremely knowledgeable about the drinks, especially wine which is my fave. The house selection was perfect, one of the best I've had (for house wine) for sure in the Chippewa Valley. The food was fabulous. The environment was also perfect. We dined on a slow night, which was fine for us. I completely recommend this place. For around here, it is very good food, nice atmosphere, knowledgeable bartender-waiter could've been a little better, but not a bad experience at all. Great place for pre-theater dinner (which was not playing the night we went). LOVED it! Perfect for a couple wanting time to spend together in deep conversation and excellent food & atmosphere.
by mamalisa03
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.
Allison, I agree with you that one is absolutely responsible for their own ...
elvis
07/31/10
from blog post: City council could discuss ‘fake weed’ Monday
De nada Senior Selvig! A show about mercados would be muy bien! You would...
pablo
07/30/10
from blog post: Local Media
Best thing we should make happen soon: Expand The State You mean like anne...
riderone
07/30/10
from blog post: Cultural Issues
Oh my...what a handsome man! I think I'll buy his book!
Lauren Bacall
07/30/10
from article: What Lies Beneath
After seeing this, I am sure I will have nightmares tonight.
I-Walrus
07/30/10
from photo: Long way to splash
While I'm bothered that our cognitive liberties are in serious jeopardy wit...
Allison
07/30/10
from blog post: City council could discuss ‘fake weed’ Monday
what a terrific show!!!
weasel
07/30/10
from photo: Steve Martin will pluck you up!
This just seems like a terrific way to meet a watery demise.
Kyle
07/30/10
from photo: Long way to splash