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Monday, Feb. 15 • 7pm

Menomonie Reads Panel Book Discussion

UW Stout faculty Mike Levy, Joan Navarre, and Cory Mitchell will lead a discussion of Sherman Alexie's award-winning novel The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian.

Free

Menomonie Public Library, 600 Wolske Bay Road, Menomonie 232-2164 Ext 10

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Tuesday, Feb. 16 • 7-8pm

Author Joe Knight

Local author Joe Knight will share stories from his book "Frozen Assets: Reflections on Winter in Northern Wisconsin". Mr. Knight is a columnist for the Eau Claire Leader-Telegram. Refreshments available. Registration required, deadline: Feb. 16.

Free

Fall Creek Public Library, 112 E. Lincoln Ave., Fall Creek 877-3334 or 877-3334

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Wednesday, Feb. 17 • 12:10-12:50pm

Chicago On My Mind

During English Professsor Karen Loeb's sabbatical, she was taken back to Chicago in some of the stories and poems she had worked on. At this event, Loeb will read a few poems, maybe a very short prose piece and talk about being a writer and university professor.

FREE

Old Library 1142 (CETL), UWEC 836-4734

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Thursday, Feb. 18 • 9:30-10:15am

Little Lambs Preschool: Storytime

Can't make our regular Storytimes on Wednesday? Come to Little Lambs Preschool in Fall Creek! The themes and activities will be the same as Wednesdays. Visit the website for special themes where we go outside, have treats, or listen to a guest. Register in advance. An adult is required to stay for Storytime.

Free

Little Lambs Preschool, 334 W. Lincoln, Fall Creek 877-3334

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Thursday, Feb. 18 • 10:30-11am

Children's Story Programs, Winter 2010 - Preschool

This program is designed for preschool age children able to sit through longer stories and to participate in more advanced activities. Children four and up may attend unsupervised. For the child’s safety and comfort, caretakers must remain in the library during the program's duration and pick them up immediately following the program.

Free • 4 to 5

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library, 400 Eau Claire Street, Eau Claire 839-5007

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Friday, Feb. 26 • 1:30-3:30pm

Early Release Day II

Play Guitar Hero, have a snack, play some games, and enjoy your half-day off from school. Adults/guardians are asked to please attend with youth younger than eight. Registration helpful but not required.

Free

Fall Creek Public Library, 122 E Lincoln Ave, Fall Creek 877-3334

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Saturday, Mar. 6 • 8:30-11am

Green Eggs & Ham Breakfast Party

Help celebrate Dr. Seuss' birthday & support River Source Family Center at the same time. Come enjoy the Dr. Seuss-style breakfast, activities and party favors! Tickets available in advance at River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls. For more information please call 720-1841 or 888-413-3400.

Adults $5 in advance, $6 at the door. Child $2.50 in advance, $3 at the door

Central Lutheran Church, 28 E. Columbia Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841

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Tuesday, Mar. 9 • 3:30-4:30pm

Down the Rabbit Hole

Excited for the new Alice in Wonderland movie? Come to the library to catch a taste of Alice's world for games, prizes, crafts, and a special tea party. "Doormouse" prizes include books and Wonderland-themed goodies. All ages are welcome, but children eight and younger should be accompanied by a guardian or adult. Registration required.

Free

Fall Creek Public Library, 122 E Lincoln Ave, Fall Creek 877-3334

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Tuesday, Mar. 9 • 7-9pm

Meet the Author, C.M. Harris

During the March Monthly Discussion Forum, the LGBT Community Center will host Minneapolis author C.M. Harris as she reads from her novel, The Children of Mother Glory, an inclusive GLBT historical saga.

FREE

LGBT Community Center of the Chippewa Valley, 510 South Farwell Street, Eau Claire 552-LGBT

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Wednesday, Mar. 10 • 10:30-11:30am

Bookends Reading Group

No description available.

Bookends • Menomonie • 233-6252 •

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Thursday, Mar. 11 • 7-8:30pm

Poetry and Prose Reading: "Writing our Mothers into History"

On Thursday, March 11, the Women's and Gender Equity (WAGE) Center will host a poetry and prose reading, entitled “Writing our Mothers into History.” Karen Loeb of the English Department and Patti See of the Academic Skills Center and Women’s Studies Department will read their original poetry and prose about their experiences as daughters and mothers.

FREE

The Cabin, Davies Center, 105 Garfield Ave., Eau Claire 836-2693

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Thursday, Mar. 11 • 7-8:30pm

Truth in Historical Fiction: An Evening with Author Bill Durbin

Two-time Minnesota Book Award winner William Durbin will share archival photos of logging, homesteading, the fur trade, World War II and more. Books available for purchase and refreshments served following the author’s presentation. This program is appropriate for adults, teens and children ages 10 through 12.

FREE

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library • Eau Claire • 839-1648 •

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Sunday, Mar. 14 • 10-11am

Michael Perry "Fundamental Change: From True Believer to Fuddled Agnostic"

Drawing on readings from his books and other writing, author and humorist Michael Perry will discuss his being raised in an obscure fundamentalist Christian sect, how he arrived at his current agnosticism, and how handing your six-year-old a copy of Being and Nothingness is officially insufficient parenting.

Free

UU Congregation, 421 S. Farwell St., Eau Claire 834-0690

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Saturday, Mar. 20 • 7:30pm

Michael Perry and the Long Beds CD Release

Wisconsin Author-Humorist-Singer-Songwriter presents an evening of words and music. After opening the show with a passel of heartfelt (and often hilarious) stories drawn from his books (including, "Coop-A Year of Poultry, Pigs and Parenting," "Truck: A Love Story," and "Population 485") Michael Perry will take the stage with his band the Long Beds for a lively performance of original roughneck folk songs from his new album Tiny Pilot (released by Amble Down Records). Michael's books and CDs will be available for sale and signing.

$10

Mabel Tainter Memorial Theater • Menomonie • 235-0001 •

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Sunday, Mar. 21 • 1:30pm

Out of the Northwoods: The Many Lives of Paul Bunyan

Michael Edmonds tells the true tale behind Paul Bunyan's origins in the Wisconsin Northwoods. It includes eyewitness accounts of how the first Bunyan stories were shared on frigid winter nights around logging camp stoves in the Wisconsin pinery. It describes where the tales began, how they moved out of the forest and into print, and why publication changed them forever.

Russell J. Rassbach Heritage Museum • Menomonie • 232-8685

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Tuesday, Mar. 23 • 7pm

Raised with Praise

Local Eau Claire author, Bill Callaghan, will speak and read from his new book "Raised with Praise."

FREE

Altoona Public Library • Altoona • 839-5029 •

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Tuesday, Mar. 23 • 7-8pm

Raised with Praise-Bill Callaghan

Eau Claire author, Bill Callaghan will discuss his new book, "Raised with Praise" at the Altoona Public Library on Tuesday, March 23 at 7pm.

FREE

Altoona Public Library, 1303 Lynn Ave., Altoona 839-5029

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Thursday, Mar. 25 • 8pm

Open Readings for NOTA

Public reading event coordinated by UWEC's literary arts magazine, NOTA.

The Cabin • Eau Claire • 836-4833 • www.uwec.edu

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Friday, Mar. 26 • 10am-4pm

Friends of the L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library 2010 Book Sales

Located at the lower level of the library.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library • Eau Claire • 839-1648 •

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Saturday, Mar. 27 • 9am-noon

Book Sale/Craft Sale/Homeschool Curriculum

Bethesda's 'Homestars' host an area-wide booksale in Walker Hall. Shop for books of all sorts and games, activities, and an assortment of homeschooling curriculum. Across the hall will be an area set up displaying handmade crafts and jewelry for sale.

FREE

Bethesda LB Church, 123 W Hamilton Ave, Eau Claire 836-9932

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Saturday, Mar. 27 • 6-9pm

Book Club: Whipping Girl (A Transsexual Woman on Sexism and the Scapegoating of Femininity)

A provocative manifesto, Whipping Girl tells the powerful story of Julia Serano, a transsexual woman whose supremely intelligent writing reflects her diverse background as a lesbian transgender activist and professional biologist.

FREE

LGBT Community Center of the Chippewa Valley, 510 South Farwell Street, Eau Claire 552-LGBT

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Monday, Mar. 29 • 6:30-8pm

Book Club: "The Greatest Money Making Secrets in History

Join us for 3 weeks as we explore The Secret author Joe Vitale's book "The Greatest Money Making Secrets in History." This is a free ebook which can be downloaded purchased on Amazon. Register by calling 833-1096 or email geiglej@yahoo.com. Hosted by Julie Geigle, Heaven Sent Healing. Registration required, deadline: Mar. 29.

FREE

Coffee Grounds off Hwy 93, 3460 Mall Drive, Eau Claire

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Wednesday, Mar. 31 • noon-1pm

Why Baseball Matters

Award-winning essayist and UW-Eau Claire professor of English Jack Bushnell thinks baseball is the greatest game there is (though he admits to liking cricket quite a lot too). He'll explore how baseball teaches us about ourselves and about life, and he will read from some of his published baseball essays. Admission includes not only Bushnell's insights but also buffet and beverage.

$10

Sweetwaters Restaurant & Bar • Eau Claire • 834-5777 • www.sweetwatersec.com

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Monday, Apr. 5 • 6:30pm

Chippewa Falls Public Library Book Club

This month's meeting is a discussion of the classic Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte.

Chippewa Falls Public Library • Chippewa Falls • (715) 723-1146

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Thursday, Apr. 8 • 7pm

First Annual Jazz Slam

Area musicians will demonstrate their skills in the first ever Jazz Slam. Contestants will compete in an American Idol style competition, including a panel of local judges. Winners will receive online recognition as top performers as well as the honor of “Jazz Slam Champion.”

FREE

Acoustic Cafe, Eau Claire • Eau Claire • 832-9090 • www.theacoustic.com

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Tuesday, Apr. 13 • 7-8pm

Author Bill Callaghan

Local author Bill Callaghan will share stories of how his parents raised 11 children to be happy, successful adults with their positive, practical approach to child-rearing. Refreshments will be served. RSVP via phone or sign up at the library.

Free

Fall Creek Public Library • Fall Creek • (715) 877-3334 • www.fallcreekpubliclibrary.org

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Wednesday, Apr. 14 • 6-7pm

Beyond the Open Well – Jean Hebert, Author

Jean Hebert is the author of Beyond the Open Well, a novel about child abuse and neglect in a local family. She speak about, sell and sign her book. Book sale proceeds go to support charities. No childcare provided. Registration required as space is limited. Call or e-mail savscoord-fsc@sbcglobal.net.

Family Support Center, 403 High St., Chippewa Falls 726-1138

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Friday, Apr. 16 • 7:30pm

Timothy Young & Thomas R Smith Poetry Event

Imagination Nation announces a ‘house concert’ with performance poets Timothy Young, and Thomas R. Smith, essayist, editor, and teacher.

$10 donation

Accola Gallery, 502 2nd Ave East, Durand 672-8188

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Monday, Apr. 19 • 7-8:30pm

Friends of the Library Annual Meeting

The featured speaker is Mary Logue, author of the Claire Watkins mystery series. The annual meeting will also include a brief report from the Executive Board, presentation of the library's fifth annual Distinguished Service Award and election of officers. For more info call Holly Ring, available Wednesdays and Saturdays at 831-5301.

FREE with a valid Blugold ID Card or International Film Society membership card

LE Philllips Memorial Public Library - Eau Claire Room, 400 Eau Claire St, Eau Claire

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Saturday, Apr. 24 • 1-3pm

Teen Poetry Slam @ The Library

Poets present original work and are judged by audience members chosen by the coordinator. Poets are advanced or eliminated depending on their total score each round. Time allows for 20 poets to perform two or three rounds. Come equipped with three original poems. Register in advance.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library • Eau Claire • 839-5007 •

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Saturday, Apr. 24 • 2-4pm

Local Spring Book Festival

Meet area authors on Buckli, Roy Cambell, and Howie Sturtz and editor/publisher Judy Gilesas they share and sign their books. Hear the authors read and speak about the stories, and then talk with them afterwards. Light refreshments and snacks included.

FREE with membership and admission ($4 adults, $2 children, FREE children under 4)

Chippewa Valley Museum • Eau Claire • 834-7871 (Ashley) • www.cvmuseum.com

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Saturday, Apr. 24 • 6-9pm

Book Club

Attendees should bring their favorite LGBT themed book to discuss and share.

FREE

LGBT Community Center of the Chippewa Valley, 510 S. Farwell St, Eau Claire 552-LGBT

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Sunday, Apr. 25 • 2pm

Crime Book Club - Murder in the Marais

The Menomonie Library's book club meets to discuss Cara Black's story of young French-American detective Aimee Leduc and her investigation of an old Jewish woman in the Marais district of Paris.

Menomonie Public Library • Menomonie • 232-2164 •

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Monday, Apr. 26 • noon-6pm

English Fest: Research Day Poster Display

Nearly 500 students will present the results of their research and creative projects in Zorn Arena.

FREE

Zorn Arena, UWEC, Eau Claire 836-3405

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Monday, Apr. 26 • noon-1pm

Music on the Campus Mall: Feathe

Feathe is the area's own female acoustic trio. Writing in a pop sensibility, Feathe combines acoustic guitar and rolling accordion to create a foundation for their signature harmonies.

UWEC campus mall, Eau Claire

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Monday, Apr. 26 • 7-9pm

English Fest: 4th Annual International Poetry Reading

This event showcases the beauty of languages from around the world. No poetry is read in standard English, but English translations of all poems are provided. Last year more than 200 attendees heard poems in 35 different languages.

Council Fire Room, Davies Center • Eau Claire • 836-3016, 836-4490

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Monday, Apr. 26 • 7-8:30pm

Friends of the Chippewa River State Trail Annual Meeting

Featuring award winning journalist and chief photographer for WQOW News 18 and the author of “All of This and Robins Too: A Guide to the 50 or So Best Places to Find Birds in Wisconsin”.

FREE

DNR Regional Office, 1300 West Clairemont, Eau Claire 836-9498

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Tuesday, Apr. 27 • 9am-5pm

English Fest: Student Presentations

English language related presentations.

Eagle, Arrowhead, Potawatomi, and Tamarack Rooms on varying days, Davies Center, UWEC, Eau Claire

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Tuesday, Apr. 27 • 6:30pm

English Fest: ECASD Gifted and Talented Student Readings

Hear local kids read something awesome.

Haas Fine Arts rooms 159, 160 and 169, UWEC, Eau Claire

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Tuesday, Apr. 27 • 8pm

English Fest: Vocal Performances

Vocal performances of Mitra Sadeghpour’s students.

Phillips Recital Hall, Haas Fine Arts Center • Eau Claire

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Wednesday, Apr. 28 • 4-6pm

English Fest: Original Novella Readings of Johannes Strohchank’s students

Original Novella Readings of Johannes Strohchank’s students.

President's Room, Davies Center, UWEC, Eau Claire

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Wednesday, Apr. 28 • 5pm

English Fest: Sigma Tau Delta Children’s and Young Adults’ Writing Contest

Sigma Tau Delta Children’s and Young Adults’ Writing Contest.

Tamarack Room, Davies Center, UWEC, Eau Claire

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Wednesday, Apr. 28 • 7pm

English Fest: German Novella Readings of Johannes Strohchank’s students

German Novella Readings of Johannes Strohschank’s students.

President's Room, Davies Center, UWEC, Eau Claire

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Thursday, Apr. 29 • 2pm

English Fest: English Department Awards

Check out English Fest awards.

The Cabin • Eau Claire • 836-4833 • www.uwec.edu

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Thursday, Apr. 29 • 6pm

English Fest: NOTA Open Read

Read your poems, sing your songs, tell your jokes or do whatever at this open read hosted by UWEC's lit and art magazine.

The Cabin • Eau Claire • 836-4833 • www.uwec.edu

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Thursday, Apr. 29 • 7-8:30pm

One Woman's Escape from Amish Life: Author Ruth Irene Garret

Ruth Irene Garrett, best-selling author of Crossing Over: One Woman’s Escape from Amish Life, Born Amish and My Amish Heritage, makes a return engagement to the L. E. Phillips Memorial Public Library to speak about Amish life and her decision to leave it behind, as well as the recent publication of her children’s book, Ruthie Goes to Town: Stories of a Little Amish Girl.

FREE, books available for purchase

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library • Eau Claire • 839-1648 •

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Saturday, May. 1 • 10-11am

Children's Author Showcase

Join the fun as local authors Kristi Schumacher and Jeannie Roberts share their books for children, “Out My Front Window” and “Let’s Make Faces”. Children, parents, grandparents, teachers, and anyone else interested in children’s books will enjoy this program.

FREE

Fall Creek Public Library, 122 E. Lincoln Ave., Fall Creek 877-3334

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Monday, May. 3 • 6:30-8pm

Book Club

Learn how to spiritually align with money and allow the flow of prosperity into your life. Call to register for this 3 week book study.

FREE

The Coffee Grounds, 3460 Mall Drive, Eau Claire 833-1096

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Thursday, May. 6 • 5-6:30pm

Poetry Reading by Dr. Jason Olsen

Poet Jason Olsen, whose poetry has appeared in such journals as Rhino, Indiana Review, and Mid-American Review, will read as a guest in the English and Philosophy Department’s visiting writer series. Refreshments will be served.

FREE

Home Economics Room 208, UW-Stout, Menomonie 232-1498

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Monday, May. 10 • 4:30-5:30pm

Family Histories and Immigrant Stories: Students Read Their Narratives

A group of UW-Stout students will read their immigrant and family history narratives.

FREE

Bookends on Main, 214 East Main, Menomonie 233-6252

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Tuesday, May. 11 • 7-8:30pm

"This Water Goes North" By Dennis Weidemann

In 1979, four Iowa farm boys with beat-up canoes and no experience hatch a plan to travel 1,400 miles from Minnesota to Hudson Bay. Dennis Weidemann presents a delightful slide show of his heartwarming adventures.

FREE • 21+

Menomonie Public Library, 600 Wolske Bay Road, Menomonie WI 232-2164 Ext 10

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Tuesday, May. 11 • 7-8pm

Chris Weiner, Chippewa Valley "Ghostbuster"

Chris Weiner will talk about his paranormal investigations in the Chippewa Valley area and sign copies of his books.

FREE

Bookends on Main, 214 East Main, Menomonie 233-6252

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Thursday, May. 13 • 8pm

NOTA Open Read and Issue Release

Grab the latest copy of NOTA and party down with people reading their stuff, singing their songs, or doing whatever on the Cabin stage.

The Cabin • Eau Claire • 836-4833 • www.uwec.edu

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Saturday, May. 15 • 10:30am

Your Treasure Hunt: Disabilities & Finding Your Gold (Author Visit)

Author Dr. Katherine Schneider will lead a group book reading for children and their families. She will autograph her newest book Your Treasure Hunt: Disabilities and Finding your Gold. Activities include simple crafts, book reading, opportunities to play with the library's new toys, and eating snacks. RSVP if you think you might like to purchase a book.

Chippewa Falls Public Library • Chippewa Falls • 852-3075

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Saturday, May. 15 • 1pm

Julie Bowe Signing

Mondovi author Julie Bowe will be available to sign books. She is the author of the children's books My Last Best Friend and My New Best Friend.

Borders • Eau Claire • 832-2852 •

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Sunday, May. 16 • 2pm

Crime Book Club - The Tourist

The Menomonie Public Library's book club meets to discuss Olen Steinhauer's story of betrayal, manipulation, loyalty and risk.

Menomonie Public Library • Menomonie • 232-2164 •

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Monday, May. 17 • 6:30-8pm

Book Club: The Greatest Money Making Secrets in History

Be sure to join us for our newest book club and learn how you can spiritually align with money, open the flow and create loads of prosperity and abundance in your life. I've personally used this technique and seen huge results in my life, personally and professionally. Please RSVP. Registration required, deadline: May. 3

Free

Heaven Sent Healing, 3548 Cypress St, Eau Claire (715) 833-1096

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Saturday, May. 22 • 9:30-11am

Summer Reading Program Registration Party

Summer 2010 theme is 'Make a Splash @ Your Library!' Registration occurs May 22-July 31. Youth who register at a Registration Party will be able to enter for special prizes. Snacks, games, crafts, and more will be available.

Free

Board Room next to the Fall Creek Public Library, 122 E Lincoln Ave, Fall Creek 877-3334

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Saturday, May. 22 • 6:30-8pm

Summer Book Study

Join us for some enlightening spiritual conversation on the following books: June: The Disappearance of the Universe. July: Biology of Belief. August: After the Cleanse. Each month we will read and discuss a new book. Join us for one book or all three. Come when you can, leave when you must. This is an open group designed to uplift, inspire and educate. Registration required.

FREE

The Coffee Grounds, 3460 Mall Drive, Eau Claire 833-1096

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Tuesday, May. 25 • 7-9pm

Yata, Yeats and More By Yata

Singer/Songwriter "Yata" will perform his songs based upon the poetry of W.B. Yeats and others. Yata's music pulls Yeats off the page and brings them to life. Songs featured from his latest CD, "Mad as the Mist and Snow".

FREE • 21+

Menomonie Public Library, 600 Wolske Bay Rd, Menomonie 232-2164 Ext 10

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Monday, Jun. 7 • 6:30-8pm

Book Club - June

What would you do if you were sitting quietly in your living room when a mysterious couple appeared from out of nowhere - and then told you they were "ascended masters" who had come to reveal some shocking secrets of existence and teach you the miraculous powers of advanced forgiveness? Join us as we explore other realms & teachings. Call to register.

FREE

The Coffee Grounds, 3460 Mall Drive, Eau Claire 833-1096

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Monday, Jun. 7 • 6:30-8pm

Book Club: "The Disappearance of the Universe"

What would you do if you were sitting quietly in your living room when a mysterious couple appeared from out of nowhere, then told you they were "ascended masters" who had come to reveal some shocking secrets of existence and teach you the miraculous powers of advanced forgiveness? Gary Bernard shares his amazing experience in this story. Register by Jun. 7.

FREE

Heaven Sent Healing, 3548 Cypress St, Eau Claire 833-1096

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Tuesday, Jun. 15 • 10:30am

Donuts with Dad (or Grandpa)

Please join us for a special Father's Day Storytime. Listen to some family-based stories, eat some donuts and hang out with the special guys in your life. The same stories in this program will be read on both Tuesday, June 15 and Wednesday, June 16. No registration required.

Chippewa Falls Public Library • Chippewa Falls • (715) 723-1146

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Tuesday, Jun. 15 • 7-8:30pm

Spanish Readers Book Club

Books written in Spanish will be discussed and conducted in Spanish. Registration required. Book discussions led by Dale Omtvedt Gable, UWEC Spanish instructor and Teresa Carrión-Valenzuela, a native Spanish speaker and educator. June 15: Mi Pais Inventado by Isabel Allende; July 20: Para Salvar el Mundo by Julia Alvarez; Aug. 17: Santa Evita by Tomás Eloy Martínez; Sept. 21: La Conquista by Yxta Maya Murray.

FREE

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library • Eau Claire • 839-1648 •

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Thursday, Jun. 17 • 10-11:30am

Teen Time I

This program is designed for tweens and teens only. The third Thursday mornings during the summer are all for you, with numerous activities, snacks, games, and crafts including make your own bath salts, Guitar Hero contest, Teen Minute to Win It (win LOTS of prizes!), papier mache, and more. Bring your Make Waves Time Log to earn bonus time.

FREE • ages 11-18

Fall Creek Public Library and Village Hall, 122 E Lincoln Ave, Fall Creek 877-3334

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Thursday, Jun. 17 • 1-3:30pm

Afternoon Adventures

Geared for elementary and middle school youth, register to get a Time Log and earn prizes for reading. Attend this and other library programs to earn bonus time. Adults, please accompany youth ages 8 and younger. Weekly activities include: Beachfront, Percy Jackson Party and Band Hero, Swimsuit Day, and more plus snacks, giveaways, games, crafts, and more.

FREE

Fall Creek Public Library and Village Hall, 122 E Lincoln Ave, Fall Creek 313-0369

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Tuesday, Jul. 13 • 4:30pm

Children's Writer: Ira Sukrungruang

Children's writer Ira Sukrungruang will be at Bookends to do a reading and book signing. Sukrungruang is a first-generation Thai-American who combines his cultural heritage in rich and sometimes comic stories that pull together the confusion of two worlds.

FREE

Bookends • Menomonie • 233-6252 •

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Tuesday, Jul. 13 • 4:30-5:30pm

Kelly McCullough

Science fiction writer Kelly McCullough will talk about his fifth novel, Spell Crash, and be available for book signings.

FREE

Bookends on Main, 214 East Main, Menomonie 233-6252

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Thursday, Jul. 15 • 10-11:30am

Teen Time II

This program is designed for tweens and teens only. The third Thursday mornings during the summer are all for you, with numerous activities, snacks, games, and crafts including make your own bath salts, Guitar Hero contest, Teen Minute to Win It (win LOTS of prizes!), papier mache, and more. Bring your Make Waves Time Log to earn bonus time.

FREE • ages 11-18

Fall Creek Public Library and Village Hall, 122 E Lincoln Ave, Fall Creek 877-3334

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Saturday, Jul. 17 • 2pm

Book Signing with Eugene Brotzman

Join us for a discussion and signing with local author Gene Brotzman. Brotzman, a retired school principal, tells the true story of a 1932 Plymouth PA Rumble Seat Coupe (“Greenie”) that belonged to his nephew Greg Nelson for a time. When Greg returned from Vietnam, he and his wife rented a modest home in Eau Claire, storing “Greenie” in the garage. It was there that “Greenie” was illegally appropriated by the property owner, Olga Jensen Norbey, in March of 1974.

FREE

Borders Books, 4030 Commonwealth Ave, Eau Claire 832-2852

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Wednesday, Jul. 21 • 6-9pm

Mystery of the Missing Classic: Book Reading & Signing

Author Gene Brotzman felt the true account of what happened in the mid 1970s to the Little Green Car called “Greenie” had to be told. Is it possible that an innocent-looking 72-year-old woman would have the audacity to steal an antique car? Here is the story of how novice Gene Brotzman tackled the unsolvable Mystery of the Missing Classic. Join Gene and his 1932 Plymouth at the Acoustic Café for a night of stories as he reads from his new book, and get your own copy signed in person.

FREE

Acoustic Cafe, Eau Claire • Eau Claire • 832-9090 • www.theacoustic.com

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Tuesday, Aug. 3 • 4-5pm

Reading & Booksigning/ Ira Sukrungruang

"Talk Thai The Adventures of Buddhist Boy" by Ira Sukrungruang is about a boy whose life straddles his American upbringing and the culture of his parents' native land. The author grew up in Oak Lawn, IL and now teaches creative writing at the University of South Florida. His wife's relatives are from Cedarburg, WI.

FREE

Bookends on Main, 214 East Main, Menomonie 233-6252

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Monday, Aug. 9 • 12:01pm-1am

August Book Study

Join us as we explore "After the Cleanse: 2012" by Russell Four Eagles. This is a local author who recently published his first book. Join us as we support him and explore this fictional story about moving through 2012 with grace and ease! Registration required, deadline: Aug. 9.

FREE

The Coffee Grounds, 3460 Mall Drive, Eau Claire 833-1096

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Thursday, Aug. 19 • 10-11:30am

Teen Time III

This program is designed for tweens and teens only. The third Thursday mornings during the summer are all for you, with numerous activities, snacks, games, and crafts including make your own bath salts, Guitar Hero contest, Teen Minute to Win It (win LOTS of prizes!), papier mache, and more. Bring your Make Waves Time Log to earn bonus time.

FREE • ages 11-18

Fall Creek Public Library and Village Hall, 122 E Lincoln Ave, Fall Creek 877-3334

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Friday, Aug. 20 • 3-6pm

"Tastes from Valley to Bluff" Book Signing

Author Mi Ae Lipe makes a return appearance with "Tastes from Valley to Bluff; The Featherstone Farm Cookbook". The book is a major guide and resource with nearly 300 recipes using over 50 different local fruits, vegetables and herbs. The information is arranged by season and was designed with the 'hurried cook' in mind. Samples of recipes served.

FREE to attend; $24.95 gift with purchase of book during the event

Menomonie Market, 521 E 2nd St., Menomonie 231-3663

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Monday, Aug. 23 • 11pm

"Mockingjay" Midnight Release Party

Anxiously await the release of the third and final installment of The Hunger Games series by Suzanne Collins. Dress in an original tribute costume and compete in the trials for your right to choose a gift from the cornucopia. "Mockingjay" will be on sale at midnight.

FREE • grades 6-12

Menomonie Public Library • Menomonie • 232-2164 •

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Tuesday, Sep. 28 • 7-7pm

Meet the Author: Karen Burrell

Author Karen Burrell will introduce The Spirit Within, Cooking With Fermented and Distilled Beverages. Following a 20 minute presentation, books will be available for purchase. Have Karen personally autograph it for holiday gifting. Karen will donate $5 from each book sold at the event to the library.

FREE • 21+

Fall Creek Public Library, 122 E. Lincoln Ave, Fall Creek 723-4546

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Thursday, Oct. 7 • 10:30-11:30am

Meet the Author: Karen Burrell

Author Karen Burrell will introduce The Spirit Within, Cooking With Fermented and Distilled Beverages. Following a 20 minute presentation, books will be available for purchase. Have Karen personally autograph it for holiday gifting. Karen will donate $5 from each book sold at the event to the senior center.

FREE • 55+

L.E. Phillips Senior Center, 1616 Bellinger St., Eau Claire 723-4546

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Event Ends: Monday, Aug. 30
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Childrens Book Drive

Donate a book, help a child heal. We believe the arts can help children have a better health care journey. Buy a book for donation and the books will be distributed through the hospital to patients and family members of patients, as well as through our pediatric clinic and community outreach programs.

FREE

Borders Books, 4030 Commonwealth Ave, Eau Claire 832-2852

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Event Ends: Friday, Sep. 10
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Family Reading Program

Families are invited to continue summer reading fun with the L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library's new Family Reading Program. Beginning Monday, August 2, pick up a game board and complete fun family activities for a chance to win one of several unique family prize packages.

FREE

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library, 400 Eau Claire Street, Eau Claire 839-5007