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Thursday, Feb. 18 • 9-11:30am
Eau Claire Indoor Sports Center: Family Fun Zone
A program offered for accompanied children ages 6mo to 6yr. Enjoy open play on a large turf field filled with numerous toys, games, sports equipment, inflatables, and dress up clothes. Organized activities are also offered at different times each morning.
kids $3, adults FREE
Eau Claire Indoor Sports Center • Eau Claire • 552-1200 •
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
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
Thursday, Feb. 18 • 6-8pm
Sharing Responsibilities
This three week class is designed to help families work together as partners (married or not) to raise their children together. No CEUs available. Call or email RiverSource@sbcglobal.net. Free childcare available on-site. Registration required, deadline: Feb. 10.
Free
River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841 or 888-413-3400
Friday, Feb. 19 • 9:30-11am
Mommy and Me: Indoor Play
Bring your pre-school age child and enjoy playing together at the Indoor Sports Center. A light meal/snack will be provided. Please call FRC to register.
Free
Indoor Sports Center, 3456 Craig Rd, Eau Claire 833-1735
Friday, Feb. 19 • 10:30-11:30am
Children's Programs, Winter 2010 Storytime Session - Playgroup
Join area infants, toddlers and preschoolers at our weekly Playgroup, Fridays at 10:30 a.m. Our Playgroup provides caregivers and children with a variety of educational toys and library resources. No registration required. Winter Playgroup sessions begin January 15 and run through April 2, 2010. All sessions will meet in the new Youth Services Program Room.
Free
L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library, 400 Eau Claire Street, Eau Claire 839-5007
Friday, Feb. 19 • 5-9pm
OakLeaf Friday Family Nights
Friday nights September through May, play sports, games, dress up, Legos, building blocks, scooters, inflatables, movies and concessions. Great affordable family entertainment for a Friday night. Visit the website for more info.
Family size: two/$7, three/$10, four/$12, five+$15, 50% off with Oakwood ID
Eau Claire Indoor Sports Center • Eau Claire • 552-1200 •
Friday, Feb. 19 • 6-7pm
Fun with Literacy
Arrive dressed in swashbuckling attire and join the motley crew in the Pirate Treasure Hunt. Registration required, deadline: Feb. 18. Call or email RiverSource@sbcglobal.net.
Free
River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841 or 888-413-3400
Monday, Feb. 22 • 9:15-10:15am
River Source Family Center: Three Year Old Playgroup
This group is open to three year-olds and their parents. After children get settled, parents will leave the playgroup and connect with other parents and will be presented information on a number of topics including nutrition, behaviors, literacy, etc. Families can feel free to stay for Movin' & Grovin' at 10:30am.
Free
River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841
Monday, Feb. 22 • 10:30-10:50am
Children's Story Programs, Winter 2010 - Toddler Tales
Toddler Tales is our storytime for two - and three-year-olds accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Held on Mondays at 10:30 a.m. and repeated on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m., each session will include 20 minutes of easy-to-understand stories, songs and activities.
Free • ages 2-3
L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library, 400 Eau Claire Street, Eau Claire 839-5007
Monday, Feb. 22 • 10:30-11:15am
River Source Family Center: Movin' & Groovin'
Each Movin'& Groovin' class is filled with discovery and adventure. You will witness your child's developmental evolution in language, listening, self-esteem, and musical awareness. Watch all of this happen in a nurturing environment filled with energy, imagination and playful delight.
FREE
River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841
Tuesday, Feb. 23 • 10:15-10:45am
McIntyre Library: Preschool and Family Storytime
Kati Tvaruzka, assistant professor and education librarian at McIntyre Library, is offering a monthly story time session for children attending UW-Eau Claire Children's Center and children or grandchildren of faculty, staff, students and the general public. Held last Tuesday of every month in the Instructional Media Center, lower level of the library.
tvaruzke@uwec.edu
Instructional Media Center, McIntyre Library, UW-Eau Claire 836-4522
Tuesday, Feb. 23 • 10:40-11:10am
Menomonie Public Library: On My Own Story Time
On My Own Story Time is for children age 3-5 years old. Fun stories, songs rhymes and more.
Menomonie Public Library • Menomonie • 232-2164 •
Tuesday, Feb. 23 • 4-5pm
Young Athletes Program
The Young Athletes Program (SO-YAP) sponsored by River Source Family Center and Special Olympics invites you to join the fun. Children will learn large motor skills through a specifically developed variety of large motor activities. Parents will take part in discussions regarding the social/emotional development of their children. Registration required, deadline: Jan. 25.
Free • ages 2-7
Northern Center, Head Start Building, Chippewa Falls 720-1841
Tuesday, Feb. 23 • 6pm
Modern Cloth Diapering 101
Come to learn more about the economical, environmental, and health benefits to cloth diapering. See, feel, and try out a variety of cloth diapers and related products and make a difference for the earth, your wallet, and your baby's health. RSVP to 563-7388 or Amber@PunkerdoopsDiapers.com.
Free
Punkerdoops Diapers, 1135 Jensen Rd, Eau Claire
Tuesday, Feb. 23 • 6:30-8pm
Building Baby's Brain
Learn how positive interactions with your baby enhance social and emotional development, creativity, and even IQ. Activities for specific ages will be shared and demonstrated. Class content will be geared towards development from birth to three years. Call the Family Resource Center to register.
$10
Center for Healthy Living, 2103 Heights Drive, Eau Claire 833-1735
Tuesday, Feb. 23 • 6:30-7pm
Children's Story Programs, Winter 2010 - Family Storytime
Enjoy quality family time at our successful evening storytimes for families. Family Storytime will be held on Tuesday evenings at 6:30pm. This program is geared for ages two to six, but can be enjoyed by the entire family. Bundle-up and come out, then snuggle-up for stories, movement and more. Pajamas and stuffed animals are welcome.
Free
L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library, 400 Eau Claire Street, Eau Claire 839-5007
Tuesday, Feb. 23 • 6:30-8pm
Parenting in the Real World
Calling all parents: come and enjoy a light meal and connect with other parents as we discuss grandparents as parents. Childcare provided. Please call FRC to register.
Free
Truax Head Start, Truax Blvd, Eau Claire 833-1735
Wednesday, Feb. 24 • 10:30-11am
Children's Story Programs, Winter 2010 - Book Babies
Book Babies, held on Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m., is our storytime for infants ages 15 months – 23 months accompanied by a parent or caregiver. This is a 30-minute program consisting of a short storytime featuring interactive rhymes and baby games, songs and developmentally appropriate stories. Follow this up with a social time for parents and children – toys provided!
Free • 15 mos.-23 mos.
L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library, 400 Eau Claire Street, Eau Claire 839-5007
Wednesday, Feb. 24 • 10:30-11:15am
Storytime @ the Library
Each week we will read stories, play games, sing, and make a craft. Themes vary; we may go outside or have guest speakers. Check the bulletin, Facebook, or our website for those dates. Storytimes are geared for ages 2-5, but all children are welcome to attend! An adult is required to stay in the Library. Registration recommended.
Free
Fall Creek Public Library, 122 E Lincoln Ave, Fall Creek 877-3334
Wednesday, Feb. 24 • 5:30-6:30pm
Music and the Brain
Play, dance, and move with your child while we explore ways music and fun helps build brains and healthy relationships. Learn about the brain and experience things you can easily do at home and have fun while boosting the brain. Please call the Family Resource Center to register.
$5
Center for Healthy Living, 2103 Heights Drive, Eau Claire 833-1735
Thursday, Feb. 25 • 6-7pm
Family Routines & Organization
Families are as unique as their routines and they way they are organized. Join us for tips and tricks that make organization and routines compatible for your family’s lifestyle.
Free
Family Resource Center for Eau Claire County, 2105 Heights Drive, Eau Claire 833-1735
Thursday, Feb. 25 • 6-8pm
Winter After Hours: Eau Claire's Weekly Snow-Based Social
Volume One and Eau Claire Parks and Rec invite you to enjoy a ton of cool winter action for adults and kids alike amid the festively-lit Boyd Park! Come for ice skating (on-site rental available), snowshoeing, snow sculptures, winter Kubb, a giant firepit, music and hot drinks.
FREE • all ages
Boyd Park on Eau Claire's East Hill (just off Main Street) 552-0457
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
Saturday, Feb. 27 • 9:30am
Who’s Been Here? Winter Tracking for Kids
A naturalist will guide kids on an outdoor tour of track identification that includes making a plaster cast of a track to take home.
$5 friends, $8 nonmembers
Beaver Creek Reserve • Fall Creek • (715) 877-2212
Tuesday, Mar. 2 • 6-8pm
Parents & Professionals Working Together for Children with Special Needs
Do you have concerns about the development of your child? Do you leave medical appointments/school meetings and wish you had remembered to say something or feel frustrated that you weren't heard or understood? Join this interactive discussion for parents to discuss effective communication/provide many tips and tools to use at your next appt. Call or email RiverSource@sbcglobal.net Registration required.
Free
River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841 or 888-413-3400
Tuesday, Mar. 2 • 6:30-8pm
Wellness Rocks - Family Cooking Class
Celebrate Dr. Seuss' birthday in the kitchen with your child while you both discover that nutritious snacks and meals can be tasty. Instructed by Susan Turgeson, Family and Consumer Science teacher, Menomonie Area School District. Space is limited. Parent must accompany his/her child to class.
Menomonie High School • Menomonie • 233-7464
Wednesday, Mar. 3 • 10:30-11:15am
Fall Creek Library: Storytime
Each week read stories, play games, sing, and make a craft. Themes vary each week and may include going outside or guest speakers. Storytimes are geared for ages 2-5, but all children are welcome to attend. Feel free to come and go as a younger or diapered child needs. An adult is required to stay in the Library. Registration recommended.
Free
Fall Creek Public Library, 122 E Lincoln Ave, Fall Creek 877-3334
Thursday, Mar. 4 • 10-11am
Mother's Tea
Mother's Tea brings together area moms to discuss anything and everything mother-related. Hosted by Jodi Swartz, D.C. (a mother of two young children herself), this group enables area moms to connect and visit any topic they desire. Children are welcome but childcare is not be available. Refreshments provided!
Free
Stucky Chiropractic Center, 2105 E. Clairemont Avenue, Eau Claire 835-9514
Friday, Mar. 5 • 10-11am
How to Combat Family Stress
If you get stressed out about parenting or care-giving, you are not alone. Join others to learn about successful stress reduction techniques for adults including support systems, time management, and organization techniques, and taking care of yourself.
FREE
Family Resource Center for Eau Claire County • Eau Claire • 833-1735 • www.frcec.org
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
Saturday, Mar. 6 • 10am-1pm
Jumpstart for A Day- Dr. Seuss' Birthday
Come celebrate Dr. Suess' Birthday with literacy games, snacks, and story time! For families with children ages 3-5.
Free
Flynn Elementary, 1430 Lee Street, Eau Claire 836-6011
Sunday, Mar. 7 • 1-4pm
Wrapped in Pride: Ghanaian Kente and African American Identity Community Day
Explore African American communities on with a 1pm presentation on the melding of cultures in music and fabric with UWEC History professor Selika Ducksworth-Lawton. Families can enjoy storytelling at 2pm and 3:30pm, as well as ongoing make-and-take craft projects and an exhibit scavenger hunt. Finally, enjoy live, local blues music at 2:30pm.
$4 adults, $2 children 4-17, FREE for members and children 3 and under
Chippewa Valley Museum • Eau Claire • 834-7871 • www.cvmuseum.com
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
Tuesday, Mar. 9 • 5:30-7:30pm
Special Children/Special Parents
Join this group of parents in discussing what it means to have a child with special needs in your life. You are not alone. Join us for a potluck dinner from 5:30-6pm and discussion from 6-7:3pm. Childcare provided free of charge.
Free
River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841
Tuesday, Mar. 9 • 6-7pm
Teen Brain
Learn more about how teens' brain development may be a factor in those unexplainable moods and behaviors and learn some techniques on how to manage them.
YMCA, call for details 833-1735
Wednesday, Mar. 10 • 2-4pm
The Parenting Class
This class covers various general parenting topics in two hours. The class will cover anger management, communication, responsible children, discipline and routines.
$10
Family Resource Center for Eau Claire County • Eau Claire • 833-1735 • www.frcec.org
Wednesday, Mar. 10 • 5:30-8:30pm
Children in the Middle
This three-hour class helps us understand problems faced by children caught in the middle of parental conflicts. Parents attending will learn skills to apply at home in their own situation. There will be a corresponding class for children at the same time that discuss feelings and problems that arise when parents are not together and how to get through difficult times. Registration required. No childcare available.
Family Support Center • Chippewa Falls • 723-1138
Thursday, Mar. 11 • 9:30-11am
MOMS Club of Eau Claire - North
MOMS Club invites all mothers to our monthly meetings to find out more about all our monthly activities and field trips. The MOMS Club is a national, nonprofit, nondenominational support group where children of all ages are welcome. We have a variety of topics and activities that we do throughout the month. So please check us out. If you have any questions please contact us at 835-1386 or eauclaire.momsclub@gmail.com.
Grace Lutheran Church • Eau Claire • 835-1386 •
Thursday, Mar. 11 • 6-6:45pm
Evening 'PJ' Story Hour at the Altoona Public Library
Come to the Altoona Public Library for an evening of read alouds, songs, fingerplays,and a crafts.Recommended for children ages 2-8. Kids are encouraged to be comfortable and come in their "PJs". Register at the library's circulation desk or by phone September 21 - Oct. 3.
Altoona Public Library • Altoona • 839-5029 •
Thursday, Mar. 11 • 6-8pm
Teaching to the Head, Hand & Heart
Throughout this class you will learn the significant relationship between the brain and behavior. We will explore many ways to create structure, routine, safety and well-being in your classroom. Call or email RiverSource@sbcglobal.net. Childcare is available on-site at no charge. Registration required, deadline: Mar. 10.
Free
River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841 or 888-413-3400
Thursday, Mar. 11 • 6:30-8pm
Eau Claire MOPS 2009-2010 Season Kickoff
MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) meets the second Thursday of every month (Sept-May). Onsite childcare is available for children thru age 10 for a small fee. For more information contact Angel Olson at mopsangel@hotmail.com.
Free
Harvestime Church, 3625 Southwind Dr, Eau Claire 834-4011
Friday, Mar. 12 • 5-8pm
North Orchestra Children's Concert!
This fundraiser features a children’s carnival starting at 5pm and a concert starting at 7pm. The carnival will include hot dogs, chili, baked goods, face painting, crafts, games, a string instrument petting zoo as well as many other interactive attractions. The one hour concert features movie themes, story time and alternative sting music.
$3 adults, $2 kids under 12 • preschool and up
North High School, 1801 Piedmont Rd, Eau Claire (718) 852-6364
Saturday, Mar. 13 • 10am-noon
Great Explorations in Math & Science (GEMS)
Great Explorations in Math and Science (GEMS) are two-hour, interactive workshops led by dynamic UW-Eau Claire faculty. GEMS workshops will bring science and math to life for 4th-8th grade students through experiments, demonstrations and hands-on activities. Students can see firsthand how scientists help us understand and shape the world around us. All workshops will be held in Phillips Hall on the UW-Eau Claire campus. Parents are welcome to stay and learn along with their children.
$18, in advance: $12 • 9 to 14
UW-Eau Claire Campus, Phillips Hall, Eau Claire 836-3365
Sunday, Mar. 14 • 1-3pm
Adopt-A-Bucket
Kick off the maple syrup season by decorating a bucket, get your picture taken with their bucket, head to the sugar bush to meet the sapmeister and assist in tapping a maple tree, hanging your bucket to catch sap. Then finish the day with a maple syrup sundae and 8 oz pure maple syrup to take home once the syrup has been produced. Register by Mar. 10.
$20, $15 members
Wise Nature Center, Beaver Creek Reserve • Fall Creek • 877-2212 • beavercreekreserve.org
Tuesday, Mar. 16 • 5:30-7:30pm
Time for You!
Come and share the joys and trials of being a parent. Share resources and knowledge with other parents going through the same things you are.Join us for a potluck dinner from 5:30-6pm and discussion from 6-7:30pm. Childcare is provided free of charge.
Free
River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841
Tuesday, Mar. 16 • 6-7pm
Second Step Family Guide Presentation
Learn how to teach empathy, impulse control, problem solving, and anger management to your children. Join us for a discussion and role-playing techniques that suggest strategies for managing anger. Please call FRC to register. Registration required, deadline: Mar. 15.
FREE
Family Resource Center, 2105 Heights Drive, Eau Claire 833-1735
Wednesday, Mar. 17 • 6-8pm
Picky Eaters
Learn new tricks to get your picky eater to eat healthier and to get the nutrition they need. CEUs available. Call or email RiverSource@sbcglobal.net. On-site childcare is available at no charge. Registration required, deadline: Mar. 16.
Free
River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841 or 888-413-3400
Thursday, Mar. 18 • 10-10:30am
Menomonie Public Library: Learning Together Story Time
Learning Together Story Time is for children age 1-3 years and their parent or caregiver. Play time begins at 10am.
Menomonie Public Library • Menomonie • 232-2164 •
Thursday, Mar. 18 • 4:10-4:50pm
Exploratory French, German and Spanish Classes
Students in the course Curriculum and Instruction 437 (Teaching Foreign Languages in Grades 1-9) will offer free exploratory classes in French, German and Spanish for area elementary school children. Register at www.uwec.edu/flang/events/flex_classes.htm by by Feb. 26th.
HIbbard Humanities Hall, UWEC, Eau Claire
Friday, Mar. 19 • 9:30-10:30am
Power Hour
We would like to invite you to join us for our new session, "Weather the Storm with Jesus". Children will have fun learning about the weather around them. We'll provide you and your child with fun songs, bible stories, crafts, snack and more.
Free • 0-5
St. Mark Lutheran Church, 3307 State St., Eau Claire 834-2595
Saturday, Mar. 20 • 10:30-11am
Borders: Children's Storytime
Join us every Saturday morning for stories, activities and more!
FREE
Borders • Eau Claire • 832-2852 •
Saturday, Mar. 20 • 11:15am-noon
Little Bare Bottoms Music: Kindermusik Family Times
Bring the family for a moving, grooving good time. Come sing, dance, play and learn as a family. 10 week class.
$155, members $139.50
Little Bare Bottoms • Eau Claire • 514-2652 •
Tuesday, Mar. 23
Little Bare Bottoms Arts & Crafts: 0-12 Months
This structured class allows your child to make a different art project each week. Six week classes Mar. 23-Apr. 27 and May 18-June 22. Call for event times.
$60, members $54
Little Bare Bottoms • Eau Claire • 514-2652 •
Tuesday, Mar. 23
Out Like a Lamb!
Art activity of the week: Use paper shapes and cotton balls to make a lamb. All week: Build a fence with paper shapes, read books about farm animals, and paint a barn with watercolors. Tues.-Sat. 11:15am-12:15pm and Tues.-Sun. 2:30-3:30pm: Make popcorn sheep.
• ages 1+
Children's Museum of Eau Claire • Eau Claire • 832-KIDS • www.cmec.cc
Wednesday, Mar. 24 • 10-10:45am
Little Bare Bottoms: Music-Drop In
Join a group of children playing with instruments.
$5, members FREE
Little Bare Bottoms • Eau Claire • 514-2652 •
Thursday, Mar. 25
Little Bare Bottoms Arts & Crafts: 12-24 Months
This structured class allows your child to make a different art project each week. Six week classes Mar. 25-Apr. 29 and May 20-June 24. Call for event times.
$60, members $54
Little Bare Bottoms • Eau Claire • 514-2652 •
Thursday, Mar. 25
Little Bare Bottoms Drop-In Playgroup: 0-4 Years
Stop in and let the little ones play. Unstructured playgroup. Eco-friendly toys to play with. Occurs almost daily. Call for event times.
$4, members FREE
Little Bare Bottoms • Eau Claire • 514-2652 •
Thursday, Mar. 25
Little Bare Bottoms Story Time
Listen to a new story each week. Occurs almost daily. Call for event times.
FREE
Little Bare Bottoms • Eau Claire • 514-2652 •
Thursday, Mar. 25 • 6-8pm
Family Game Night
Celebrate Spring Break with an evening of game play at the library. Share traditional board games and card game favorites or try them Nintendo Wii style with Hasbro Family Game Night. Games suitable for ages six and up will be available. Refreshments will be served. No registration is required. For details contact Youth Services; ysstaff@eauclaire.lib.wi.us.
FREE • 6+
L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library, 400 Eau Claire Street, Eau Claire, WI 839-5007
Thursday, Mar. 25 • 6-8pm
Family Games Night @ the Library
Bring the family to the library for a variety of game play. Games will be appropriate for ages six and up. Share traditional board and card game favorites or try them Nintendo Wii-style with Hasbro Family Game Night. No registration is necessary.
L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library • Eau Claire • 839-1648 •
Friday, Mar. 26 • 6-7pm
Children's Yoga
Join your child in an hour of yoga exploration! In this one-hour session we will discover how to transform our bodies into animals and plants through awakening all of our senses - including our sense of creativity! We will also learn amazing nature facts and practice deep breathing. At least one adult must participate.
$12 per child • 4 - 10
Yoga Center of Eau Claire • Eau Claire • 830-0321 • www.infinitejoy.com
Saturday, Mar. 27 • 1pm
Egg Hunt
That's Adorable! and Eclectica will be hosting our first Egg Hunt by the Grand Ave walking bridge, bring your basket. This is a rain or shine event.
FREE
Eclectica on Grand, 106 W Grand Ave, Eau Claire 456-6180
Sunday, Mar. 28 • 1:30-3:30pm
Maple Syrup Sunday
Bring the family to explore the tradition of maple sugaring with a guided tour of the sugar bush. Learn about what trees to tap, how to tap, carry and boil the sap. Finish with a taste of fresh maple syrup over ice cream.
$8/adult, $3/child; members: $5/adult, $2/child
Beaver Creek Reserve • Fall Creek • (715) 877-2212
Monday, Mar. 29 • 10am-8pm
Photos with the Easter Bunny
The Easter Bunny takes some time off from hoppin' around and painting Easter eggs to sit down and snap some pics with your kids.
Oakwood Mall • Eau Claire • 836-0044 •
Tuesday, Mar. 30 • 1:30-3pm
Spring Break @ Your Library - Hawaiian Hula
Can't go someplace tropical for Break? The learn to hula, taste foods from Hawaii, and more. Adults/guardians are encouraged to attend with youth eight and younger. Registration required, deadline: Mar. 10.
Free
Fall Creek Public Library, 122 E Lincoln Ave, Fall Creek 877-3334
Wednesday, Mar. 31 • 1:30-3:30pm
Spring Break @ Your Library - Game On!
Apples to Apples, Scrabble Slam, Pictionary, Charades, and many more games will be available for you and your friends to play. Snacks will also be offered. Registration is recommended, please. Adults/guardians are asked to please attend with youth ages eight and younger.
Free
Fall Creek Public Library, 122 E Lincoln Ave, Fall Creek 877-3334
Thursday, Apr. 1 • 1:30-3pm
Spring Break @ Your Library: The Fool's Dance
Attend an afternoon of Dance Dance Revolution, snacks, games, create a costume ball mask, and dancing. Registration required. Adults/guardians are asked to please attend with youth eight and younger.
Free
Fall Creek Public Library, 122 E Lincoln Ave, Fall Creek 313-0369
Saturday, Apr. 3 • 10am
Easter Egg Hunt
The Boy Scouts and Girls Scouts of Eau Claire present a traditional egg hunt, bouncy houses and a medallion hunt, winner of which receives tickets to the upcoming Air show June 5-6. The hunt will be divided up into five groups: 1-2 years, 3-5 years, 6-8 years, 9-10 years and a handicap area.
Pine Pavilion, Carson Park, Eau Claire 832-6671
Saturday, Apr. 3 • 10am
Easter Egg Hunt and Veggie Tales Movie at Micon
Micon Cinemas hosts an Easter Egg Hunt plus a showing of the Veggie Tale movie, food and a visit with the Easter Bunny.
Micon Cinemas • Chippewa Falls • 720-2291 • www.miconcinemas.com
Saturday, Apr. 3 • 2pm
Altoona Community Easter Egg Hunt
Calling all boys and girls, come and hunt for eggs in the park. Prize drawings, games, music, candy and family fun will be available for everyone. Rock and Roll to Go and the Girl Scouts have joined together to host. Rain location will be the Hobb's Ice Arena in Altoona.
FREE
10th Street Park, 10th Street, Altoona 835-5331 Ext 5520
Tuesday, Apr. 6 • 9:30-10am
Wellness Rocks - Music & Movement
This class is designed for children age two to five and their adults. Part of Wellness ROCKS, sponsored by Red Cedar Medical Center.
Menomonie Public Library • Menomonie • 232-2164 •
Tuesday, Apr. 6 • 10:40-11:10am
Menomonie Public Library: On My Own Story Time
On my own story time is for children ages 3-5. Fun stories, songs, rhymes and more.
Menomonie Middle School • Menomonie • 232-1673 • msd.k12.wi.us
Tuesday, Apr. 6 • 6:30pm
Breast-Feeding Class
This class is designed for women in their third trimester of pregnancy and their support person. In preparing you for breast-feeding, instructors cover the basics, including making the decision to breast-feed, the anatomy and physiology of the breast, breast-feeding techniques and information about working and breast-feeding. Please register two weeks prior.
$10
The third floor classroom across the street from Luther Midelfort at 1223 Bellinger St. 838-6767
Thursday, Apr. 8 • 10:30am
Jump, Jive and Read
An Eau Claire Jazz Festival event. Sessions held in the Eau Claire Room on the lower level of the library. See website for full details.
L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library • Eau Claire • 839-1648 •
Thursday, Apr. 8 • 5-8pm
Stewards of Children
This workshop is a sexual assault prevention program developed by Darkness to Light to educate adults to prevent, recognize and react responsibly to child abuse. CEUs available. Free childcare available. Registration required, deadline: Apr. 7. Call or email RiverSource@sbcglobal.net.
Free
River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841
Friday, Apr. 9 • 8am-5pm
Here We Grow Again Children's Consignment Sale
More than 35,000 new and gently used children's and maternity items from 375 families at a fraction of retail.
FREE
Eau Claire County Expo Center, Hwy 93 S, Hwy 93, S, Eau Claire 456-8543
Saturday, Apr. 10 • 9am-5pm
HGMR Model Train Show
Over 40 layouts and vendors are scheduled to attend Western Wisconsin's largest operating model train show. There will be trains in most scales from Z to G. Vendors will sell new and used items. Concessions and door prizes available. Interfaith Food Pantry donation is $.50 off admission.
$5 adults, $3 ages 6-12, FREE under 6. $13 for 2 adults, 2 students
Menomonie Middle School • Menomonie • 505-4044 • msd.k12.wi.us
Saturday, Apr. 10 • 10:30am-noon
Celebrate Stories and Friends
Please join us for a special program celebrating the love of reading. This event honors the life of Hugh Kozbial Ernst, who loved reading and books. Meet favorite book characters; Curious George, Maisy, Spot, Peter Rabbit, Toot and Puddle and others. Two storytimes will be presented: Toddlers in Youth Services' Program Room; preschoolers in the Eau Claire Room. Crafts and refreshments follow.
FREE
L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library, 400 Eau Claire Street, Eau Claire 839-5007
Saturday, Apr. 10 • 11am-1pm
Horseshoe Pitching
Beginners welcome! Pitch for friendship, fellowship and competition. Scholarships are available. Sponsored by the National Horseshoe Pitchers Association.
Carson Park, Eau Claire 379-6433 or 456-0127
Saturday, Apr. 10 • 9-10pm
Cloth Diapering FUNdementals
This class is for all of these parents/caregivers who think of cloth diapers and think of pins and needles. Today's cloth diapers are far from what they use to be. Learn how easy and affordable they are.
$10 non-members, $5 members; includes gift certificate for cloth diapers and accessories
Little Bare Bottoms • Eau Claire • 514-2652 •
Sunday, Apr. 11 • 11am-4pm
2010 Xcel Energy Kid's Expo
Join the Sports Center and Xcel Energy for a day filled with fun and excitement. The 6th annual event will provide large inflatables for recreation, DJ entertainment from CK Productions, OzSeeker the Clown, games, prizes, indoor recess, and the largest indoor marketplace for families - over 70 vendors!
adults $4, kids 12 and under FREE
Eau Claire Indoor Sports Center, 3456 Craig Rd., Eau Claire (715) 552-1200 •
Sunday, Apr. 11 • noon-4pm
Mother/Daughter Little Women Brunch
ECCT hosts this event that includes the Ramada’s spectacular Sunday brunch and a ticket to the 1:30 p.m. matinee performance of LITTLE WOMEN. Register by April 8.
$25 adults, $17 under 18
Ramada Convention Center • Eau Claire • 839-8877 •
Monday, Apr. 12 • 12:01-1pm
Special Needs Parenting
Bring your questions, and we will do our best to answer them. We will have a Q&A session on whatever topics you bring regarding your child’s growth, development, and behavior. Registration required, deadline: Apr. 9.
FREE
Family Resource Center, 2105 Heights Drive, Eau Claire 833-1735
Monday, Apr. 12 • 2-4pm
The Parenting Class
The Parenting Class will cover various general parenting topics in two hours. The class will cover anger management, communication, responsible children, discipline and routines. Please call FRC to register by Apr. 10.
$10
Family Resource Center for Eau Claire County, 2105 Heights Drive, Eau Claire 833-1735
Monday, Apr. 12 • 5:30-7pm
Parenting in the Real World - Co Parenting
Calling all parents! Come and enjoy a light meal and connect with other parents as we discuss timely topics. This month will be co-parenting follow-up. Child care provided. Please call FRC to register. Registration required, deadline: Apr. 9
FREE
Truax Head Start, 623 Truax Blvd, Eau Claire 833-1735
Monday, Apr. 12 • 5:45-6:30pm
Little Bare Bottoms: Music-Sing and Sign (6 mos-3 yrs)
Incorporates signing, music and social activities. Children larn signs that ease the challenges of early communication. Five week class.
$80, $72 members
Little Bare Bottoms • Eau Claire • 514-2652 •
Monday, Apr. 12 • 8:30pm
Prepared Birthing
The class is for women (and partners) in their sixth and seventh month of pregnancy and features discussions about labor, birth and early postpartum; active instruction in comfort measures, massage techniques and labor support and much more. Please register two weeks prior. Class is six consecutive weeks, Mondays 6:30-8:3pm.
$70
The third floor classroom across the street from Luther Midelfort at 1223 Bellinger St. 838-6767
Tuesday, Apr. 13 • 6:30-7:15pm
L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library: Play that Fun-Key Music!
Join us in April for music-inspired storytimes guaranteed to get you moving, singing and learning. Featuring guest musicians, movement activities and experiences with simple musical instruments.
L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library • Eau Claire • 839-5007 •
Wednesday, Apr. 14 • 2-4pm
The Parenting Class
The Parenting Class will cover various general parenting topics in two hours. The class will cover anger management, communication, responsible children, discipline and routines. Please call FRC to register. Registration required, deadline: Apr. 12.
$10
Family Resource Center, 2105 Heights Drive, Eau Claire 833-1735
Thursday, Apr. 15 • 6pm
Is Your Child a Target of Bullying?
Sponsored by River Source Family Center and Chippewa Falls School District This presentation offers easy-to-understand, common-sense suggestions that are sure to inform and encourage families as they address bullying issues. Register in advance. Childcare provided.
River Source Family Center • Chippewa Falls • 720-1841
Friday, Apr. 16 • 10-11am
Food Play with Kids
Learn how to help kids design their own food creations. The kids will experiment with different shapes and colors of food. Leave with examples of fun activities, songs, and a list of children’s books with food themes. Discover how these activities can help kids to explore nutrition and promote healthy eating habits. Call FRC to register. Registration required, deadline: Apr. 14.
FREE
Family Resource Center, 2105 Heights Drive, Eau Claire 833-1735
Saturday, Apr. 17 • 8:30am-4pm
Chippewa River Adventure Camp
UW-Eau Claire will hold a one-day outdoor adventure program for girls ages 8-12. Outdoor activities include kayaking, canoeing, fly fishing, archery and use of Native American tools taught by qualified professionals. Registered girls will have the opportunity to learn and try each activity. Bus transportation is provided. Registration required.
$69 • ages 8-12
Durand, Wisconsin, Round Hill, Durand 836-3365
Saturday, Apr. 17 • 8:30am-4pm
Chippewa River Adventure Camp for Girls
Travel by bus to the beautiful Round Hill site in Durand, Wisconsin and engage in canoeing, fly fishing, archery, the use of native American tools and firing rounds at the rifle range. Snacks will be provided and we’ll make our own pizzas in the outdoor brick oven for lunch! Everyone will receive a surprise gift, plus door prizes.
$65 • 8-12
Round Hill, Durand 836-3636
Saturday, Apr. 17 • 9am
Puddle Jump: The Longfellow Elementary School 5k Fun Run/Walk
Race begins at 9am; un‐timed children’s race at 10am. Proceeds from the Puddle Jump benefit Longfellow’s. The race course follows the Eau Claire trail system from Phoenix Park to Boyd Park and back.
hlarson@ecasd.k12.wi.us
Phoenix Park, Riverfront Terrace, Eau Claire 852‐3841 (Holly)
Monday, Apr. 19 • 6-7pm
Special Needs Parenting
Bring your questions, and we will do our best to answer them. We will have a Q&A session on whatever topics you bring regarding your child’s growth, development, and behavior. Please call FRC. Registration required, deadline: Apr. 16.
FREE
Family Resource Center, 2105 Heights Drive, Eau Claire 833-1735
Tuesday, Apr. 20 • 3:30-4:30pm
Oceans Release Party
Disney's Oceans is set to release the end of April. Come learn more about what the oceans have to offer us land-dwellers. Watery treats, fishy games, and more will be available for children of all ages, plus door prizes, movie passes, books, and more. Register in advance. Children ages eight and younger must be accompanied by an adult or guardian.
Free
Fall Creek Public Library, 122 E Lincoln Ave, Fall Creek 877-3334
Tuesday, Apr. 20 • 6-7pm
Potty Training
Come and learn toilet training basics and discuss those challenging behaviors as our toddlers are becoming more independent. Please call FRC to register. Registration required, deadline: Apr. 19.
FREE
Family Resource Center, 2105 Heights Drive, Eau Claire 833-1735
Tuesday, Apr. 20 • 6-7pm
Sensational Kids
Are you or your child overly sensitive to environmental stimulation? Find out if your family has sensory needs and learn ways to incorporate sensory rich activities into daily routines. Please call FRC to register. Registration required, deadline: Apr. 19.
FREE
Family Resource Center for Eau Claire County, 2105 Heights Drive, Eau Claire 833-1735
Wednesday, Apr. 21 • 6:30-8pm
Building Baby's Brain
Learn how positive interactions with your baby enhance social and emotional development, creativity, and even IQ. Activities for specific ages will be shared and demonstrated. Class content will be geared towards development from birth to age three. Please call FRC to register. Registration required, deadline: Apr. 20
$10
Center for Healthy Living, 2103 Heights Drive, Eau Claire 833-1735
Wednesday, Apr. 21 • 6:30pm
Newborn Care
This two-hour class is designed for women in their seventh to ninth months of pregnancy, but may also be effective for those who have recently delivered. Topics addressed include feeding baby, bath time, sleep patterns, parenting and signs of illness. Often a pediatrician is present during a portion of the class to answer questions. Please register two weeks prior.
$10
The third floor classroom across the street from Luther Midelfort at 1223 Bellinger St. 838-6767
Wednesday, Apr. 21 • 7pm
(Boys' Class) Growing Up: What's Happening to My Body?
Going through puberty is a lot easier when children know what to expect. In separate classes, boys and girls and their parents learn about the natural process of growing up. The programs include a video about changes in males and females, a discussion of puberty-related events and the opportunity to ask questions in a relaxed setting. Arrive at 6:45pm for an ice cream sundae bar.
$5 • ages 10-13
Education Center at Luther Midelfort, 1221 Whipple St., Eau Claire 838-KIDS
Wednesday, Apr. 21 • 10-11:30pm
Toughing out the Toddler Years
Join us for a discussion on all things toddlers. We will touch on Tantrums, Discipline (Limits and Consequences), Routines and Potty Training. This is a great opportunity to bring out your inner super nanny, connect with other parents and learn about your toddler’s challenging behaviors. Registration required, deadline: Apr. 20.
FREE
Family Resource Center for Eau Claire County • Eau Claire • 833-1735 • www.frcec.org
Thursday, Apr. 22 • 7:30am-9:30pm
Early Childhood Education Conference
Historically, the University of Wisconsin-Stout has provided a program that has included a wealth of developmentally appropriate curriculum ideas for children, from birth to eight years of age. Registration required, deadline: Apr. 28
University of Wisconsin-Stout; Menomonie, WI, 140 Voc Rehab 10th Ave University of Wisconsin-Stout, Menomonie, WI 232-2693
Thursday, Apr. 22 • 6-8pm
Domestic Violence: A Child’s Point of View
This workshop delves into the signs of domestic abuse in children and the trauma that is related to child abuse. Signs and signals can be displayed for multiple reasons. This workshop will help clarify the causes.
River Source Family Center • Chippewa Falls • 720-1841
Thursday, Apr. 22 • 6pm
Modern Cloth Diapering 101
Come to learn more about the economical, environmental, and health benefits to cloth diapering from an expert. See, feel, and try out a variety of cloth diapers, baby carriers, and other natural baby and mama products. Find out how easy using cloth diapers can be and how they make a giant difference for the earth, your wallet, and your baby's health.
FREE • Amber@PunkerdoopsDiapers.com
Punkerdoops Diapers, 1135 Jensen Rd, Eau Claire 563-7388
Friday, Apr. 23 • 5:30pm
Chippewa Falls Bowl for Kids' Sake
Round ‘em up for the 2010 Bowl for Kids’ Sake and have a ball. This fun-filled event includes music, food, games, prizes, and of course bowling- all for a great cause. Bowl for Kids’ Sake raises 25% of the annual operation budget for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Wisconsin.
Falls Bowl, 9 West Columbia Street, Chippewa Falls 835-0161 Ext 106
Friday, Apr. 23 • 5:30-6:30pm
Music and the Brain
Play, dance, and move with your child while we explore ways music and fun helps build brains and healthy relationships. Learn about the brain and experience things you can easily do at home and have fun while boosting the brain. Please call FRC to register. Registration required, deadline: Apr. 12.
$5
Center for Healthy Living, 2103 Heights Drive, Eau Claire 833-1735
Saturday, Apr. 24 • 8am-3:30pm
Saturday Birth Basics & Newborn Care: Birthing Basics Weekend
This class is for women (and partners) in their seventh and eighth months of pregnancy whose schedules would not allow a multisession class. It is a basic labor and delivery class with a goal of preparing the woman and her partner for birth while adding basic newborn care instruction. This class is not limited in size. Register two weeks prior.
$15
The third floor classroom across the street from Luther Midelfort at 1223 Bellinger St. 838-6767
Saturday, Apr. 24 • 10am
Adoption Information Meeting
Interested in adoption? Join us to learn about the various adoption programs at Catholic Charities. Call or email kholder@cclse.org.
FREE
Catholic Charities, 448 N Dewey St, Eau Claire 832-6644 Ext 18
Saturday, Apr. 24 • 2:30-3:30pm
Baby Wearing
Learn the art of baby wearing for your infant, multiples, or toddlers from experienced baby wearers. Carrying you infant or toddler close to you can help sooth a fussy child while freeing up your hands.
$10 nonmembers, $5 members; includes gift certificate for baby carriers
Little Bare Bottoms • Eau Claire • 514-2652 •
Saturday, Apr. 24 • 2:30pm
Eau Claire Progressive Film Festival: Ask Not
Ask Not is a rare and compelling documentary film that explores the effects of the US military’s “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy on gay and lesbian soldiers and service members. The film exposes the tangled political battles that led to the discriminatory law and examines the societal shifts that have occurred since its passage in 1993. Current and veteran gay soldiers reveal how “don’t ask, don’t tell” affects them during their tours of duty, as they struggle to maintain a double life, uncertain of whom they can trust. The film also explores how gay veterans and youth organizers are turning to forms of personal activism to overturn the policy. From a national speaking tour of conservative universities to protests at military recruitment offices, these public events question how the U.S. military can claim to represent democracy and freedom while denying one segment of the population the right to serve.
FREE
Hibbard Humanities Hall Room 323, UWEC
Wednesday, Apr. 28 • 6-8pm
At Work or at Play, Let Safety Lead the Way
Attend this session to learn how to turn your worries into proactive solutions. We will discuss bike safety, passenger safety, home/toy safety, fire safety and summer safety. CEUs available. On-site childcare is available at no charge. Registration required, deadline: Apr. 27. Call or email RiverSource@sbcglobal.net.
Free
River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841
Thursday, Apr. 29 • 7-8pm
History Quest: Get Dressed!
Take a journey through history to discover what families and children wore in different eras by exploring clothing and fashions from the past. View vintage photographs and artifacts from the museum’s collection and play “Dress-Up” with our try-on clothes. Then design an outfit for your paper mannequin to wear. Register by Apr. 27.
FREE, includes pass to the Chippewa Valley Museum for attending kids
Family Resource Center, 2105 Heights Drive, Eau Claire 833-1735
Friday, Apr. 30 • 10am-2pm
Safety Day for Tykes
Stop injuries before they happen. Learn what the brain and spinal cord do, see how a helmet keeps an egg (and your brain) from breaking, identify dangers in your home and develop a vacuation plan, purchase a helmet and more. Registration required, deadline: Apr. 8,
FREE • ages 4-6
Luther Midelfort kiosk, Oakwood Mall, 4800 Golf Rd., Eau Claire 838-3073
Friday, Apr. 30 • 5-11pm
K-Kids Lock-In
Call for details.
Chippewa Valley Museum • Eau Claire • 834-7871 • www.cvmuseum.com
Friday, Apr. 30 • 5:30pm
Menomonie Bowl for Kids' Sake
Round ‘em up for the 2010 Bowl for Kids’ Sake and have a ball. This fun-filled event includes music, food, games, prizes, and of course bowling- all for a great cause. Bowl for Kids’ Sake raises 25% of the annual operation budget for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Wisconsin.
Broadway Bowl, 1501 South Broadway Street, Menomonie 835-0161 Ext 106
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
Saturday, May. 1 • 12:45-2pm
May Day Parade with Maypole Dancing for the Kids
Meet us during the Opening of the Farmers Market in Phoenix Park on May 1st to choose the May Queen and begin the May Day Parade. The parade will travel across the bridge down the bike trail to Freedom park where we invite children to join the Maypole Dance. Fairies & woodland creatures welcome. The Queen will be chosen at random; stop by Eclectica, 4 Seasons, or That's Adorable to register. Registration required, deadline: May. 1.
FREE • ages 5-13
Phoenix Park/Freedom Park, Phoenix Park & Freedom Park (Corner of 1st and West Grand Avenues), Eau Claire 834-7811
Saturday, May. 1 • 1-4:30pm
A Day For B.E.A.U.T.Y. (Brilliance, Empowerment, Activity, Uniqueness, Talent and Youth)
The event consists of four activity stations all dedicated to emphasizing real beauty and individuality. Stations include: A physical wellness station, a social-emotional wellness station, an education station, and a comprehensive art project. Parents/chaperones also have a special workshop. Chaperones required.
FREE • ages 8+
UW-Eau Claire campus (Hibbard Hall), 105 Garfield Ave., Eau Claire (952) 239-5418
Saturday, May. 1 • 1-4:30pm
A Day of B.E.A.U.T.Y.
UWEC faculty member Dr. Pattee and students from the new organization College Women Role Models of UWEC. The event features four stations emphasizing real beauty and wellness: Physical wellness, education, socializing and emotions and the arts.
FREE • ages 8+
Hibbard Hall, UWEC, Eau Claire 952-239-5418 (Kallie)
Monday, May. 3 • 9:15-10:15am
River Source Family Center: Three Year Old Playgroup
This group is open to 3 year olds and their parents. After children get settled, parents will leave the playgroup to connect with other parents and will be presented information on a number of topics including nutrition, behaviors, literacy, etc. After May, the three year old playgroup resume September 2010.
FREE
River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841
Tuesday, May. 4 • 5:30-7:30pm
Eau Claire Area Literacy Festival
This fun evening which begins with a potluck dinner and ends with entertainment, games, storytellers and much more. Every child attending will receive books from UWEC First Book; ECASD Reading Partner and Early Learning Initiatives programs.
Oak and Pine pavilions at Carson Park, Carson Park Rd., Eau Claire 836‐5964 (Lucianne)
Tuesday, May. 4 • 5:30pm
Eau Claire Bowl for Kids' Sake
Round ‘em up for the 2010 Bowl for Kids’ Sake and have a ball. This fun-filled event includes music, food, games, prizes, and of course bowling, all for a great cause. Bowl for Kids’ Sake raises 25% of the annual operation budget for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Wisconsin. There is both a 5:30pm and 8pm shift each day. May 4th at 5:30 is the alcohol-free family shift.
Wagner's Lanes, 5150 Fairview Drive, Eau Claire 835-0161 Ext 106
Tuesday, May. 4 • 5:30-7pm
Shaken Baby Syndrome Prevention Training
As babies cry it is important to be informed and aware of strategies to deal with the distress carried by both parent and child. This class will provide insight into ways to avoid potential life threatening situations in the developing life of your infant child. Registration required, deadline: May. 3.
$10
Family Resource Center, 2105 Heights Drive, Eau Claire 833-1735
Tuesday, May. 4 • 6:30pm
Breast-Feeding Class
This one-session class is designed for women in their third trimester of pregnancy and their support person. In preparing you for breast-feeding, instructors cover making the decision to breast-feed, the anatomy and physiology of the breast, breast-feeding techniques and more. Register two weeks prior; space is limited.
$10
Third floor classroom across the street from Luther Midelfort at 1223 Bellinger St. 838-6767
Thursday, May. 6 • 1-2pm
Little Bare Bottoms Little Steps ABCs: 2-4 Years
Help your child learn the ABCs in a fun and exciting way. They will sing songs as a group and play letter games. Three week class.
$15, members $13.50
Little Bare Bottoms • Eau Claire • 514-2652 •
Thursday, May. 6 • 3-5pm
Homework Help @ The Altoona Public Library
Two library staff members will be available to assist students with their homework. Under adult supervision, students will be allowed to use a laptop computer for homework-related questions only. A light snack is provided. No sign up required. When homework is complete, students may enjoy board games, crafts, and participate in reader’s theater.
FREE • ages 8-13
Altoona Public Library, 1303 Lynn Ave, Altoona 839-5029
Thursday, May. 6 • 5-8pm
Shaken Baby Syndrome: Train the Trainer
We know babies cry. Find out how to prevent potential life threatening situations. This workshop is free of charge, but registration is required as space is limited. Register by May. 5.
FREE
River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841
Friday, May. 7 • 6-9pm
The Fairytale Ball
Kids and adults are encouraged to dress as their favorite fairytale character. Enjoy activities, games, Merlin’s magic show, horse-drawn carriage rides, storytelling, food concessions, outdoor fun in the Gardens, a talent contest and dancing. A Sharp Photo booth, cash bar for adults and a silent auction. Proceeds make The Grand Little Theatre handicap accessible.
The Florian Gardens • Eau Claire • 832-7529
Saturday, May. 8 • 9am-1pm
Wildlands School Spring Festival
The students of Wildlands School will host the second annual Spring Festival. This year's Festival will focus on crafts, food and cash prizes. There will be a bake sale, coffee, water and cocoa for sale along with hand made jewelry, bird houses, fishing lures and gardening essentials. Event held in conjunction with BCR's annual native plant sale.
FREE
Wise Nature Center at Beaver Creek Reserve , S1 County Hwy. K, Fall Creek 877-2292
Saturday, May. 8 • 1-4pm
Change n' Games for Big Brothers & Big Sisters
This is a one-day event for kids grades K-5 and their parents. Organized by CVTC students to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eau Claire, kids will have the opportunity to play various sports at the Indoor Sports Center while parents can participate in a silent auction. Prizes donated by local businesses. First 100 kids will receive additional prizes.
$2 per kid
Eau Claire Indoor Sports Center • Eau Claire • 552-1200 •
Sunday, May. 9 • 1-3pm
Princess & Queen Tea Party
Treat the princess inside you. Join us for an afternoon of royal crafts, games, and of course, a tea party fit for a queen.
$8
Mabel Tainter Memorial Theater • Menomonie • 235-0001 Ext 2 •
Tuesday, May. 11 • 6-7:15pm
Sibling Class
This class is open to brothers- and sisters-to-be and parents. The instructor will read with the children and encourage them to discuss becoming a big brother or sister. Then they tour the BirthCenter. Children ages 7-11 are invited to tour the birthing facilities at 7pm the same evening and will also receive info about becoming a big brother or sister.
$10 one child, $15 two or more • ages 3-6, 7-11
Third floor classroom across the street from Luther Midelfort at 1223 Bellinger St. 838-6767
Wednesday, May. 12 • 9:30-11am
Boyd Playgroup
River Source Family Center will be hosting a playgroup at the Boyd Early Learning Center. Come enjoy toys, books, crafts, snacks & friends. There will not be a playgroup in Boyd after May 26. Boyd playgroups will resume in September 2010.
FREE
Boyd Early Learning Center, 303 E Park St, Boyd 720-1841
Wednesday, May. 12 • 10:30-11:15am
River Source Family Center: Mayflowers for Mom
Join the Chippewa Falls Children's Librarian for a 25 minute storytime and 20 minute craft. Children can make a gift to give to their mom, grandmother or a special female role model. Registration is not required.
• ages 3-6
River Source Family Center • Chippewa Falls • 720-1841
Wednesday, May. 12 • 6-7pm
Chicka Chicka Boom Boom
Spend an evening under the coconut tree as we learn about letter identification together. Come listen and participate as we read Chicka Chicka Boom Boom by Bill Marin, Jr., create a literacy project to take home, and eat a Chicka Chicka Boomilicious Snack.
FREE • RiverSource@sbcglobal.net
River Source Family Center • Chippewa Falls • 720-1841, 888-413-3400
Wednesday, May. 12 • 6-8pm
Lakeshore Family Fitness Fun Night
Help beat the Guinness Book of World Records for the most people dancing with a hula hoop. Bring a hula hoop and dance for 10 minutes. Hot dogs, chips, juice boxes and bottled water will be for sale.
Carson Park, Eau Claire
Thursday, May. 13 • 9:30-10:15am
Little Bare Bottoms: Music-Village (0-18 months)
Learn why nursery rhymes and lullabies enhance your baby's daily rituals and what to watch for each step of the way. Eight week series.
$110, $99 members
Little Bare Bottoms • Eau Claire • 514-2652 •
Saturday, May. 15 • 9:30am
Traveling Tuesdays: Tie Dye Tuesday
River Source Family Center’s Tuesday morning playgroups are on the move. All events begin at 9:30am at River Source Family Center to caravan or at 10am at the field trip site.
$3
River Source Family Center • Chippewa Falls • 720-1841, 888-413-3400
Sunday, May. 16 • 10:20am
Auto-B-Good FREE Summer Movies: Moving Forward Together
Featuring 9 animated cars and a supporting cast of over 50 other vehicles, this movie series keeps children entertained while teaching respect, consideration and confidence. See the movies and participate in fun activities too. Hosted by Fellowship, a multi-denominational Christian community.
FREE
Micon Cinemas • Chippewa Falls • 379-0888 • www.miconcinemas.com
Tuesday, May. 18 • 5:30-7:30pm
Time for You!
Come and share the joys and trials of being a parent. Share resources and knowledge with other parents going through the same things you are. River Source has changed the way we are doing support groups. Potluck dinner 5:30-6pm and discussion from 6-7:30pm. Childcare is provided at no charge.
FREE
River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841
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
Sunday, May. 23 • 10:20am
Auto-B-Good FREE Summer Movies: Red Carpet and Respect
Featuring 9 animated cars and a supporting cast of over 50 other vehicles, this movie series keeps children entertained while teaching respect, consideration and confidence. See the movies and participate in fun activities too. Hosted by Fellowship, a multi-denominational Christian community.
FREE
Micon Cinemas • Chippewa Falls • 379-0888 • www.miconcinemas.com
Wednesday, May. 26 • 5:30-8:30pm
Children in the Middle
This class helps parents understand the problems faced by children caught in the middle of parental problems and conflicts. Parents learn new skills to apply, how to help their children communicate their feelings and more. There will be a corresponding class for children at the same time, so place bring your kids with you. Registration required.
FREE • RiverSource@sbcglobal.net
Family Support Center • Chippewa Falls • 723-1138, 800-400-7020
Wednesday, May. 26 • 7pm
(Girls' Class) Growing Up: What's Happening to My Body?
Going through puberty is a lot easier when children know what to expect. In separate classes, boys and girls and their parents learn about the natural process of growing up. The programs include a video about changes in males and females, a discussion of puberty-related events and the opportunity to ask questions in a relaxed setting. Arrive at 6:45pm for an ice cream sundae bar.
$5 • ages 10-13
Education Center at Luther Midelfort, 1221 Whipple St., Eau Claire 838-KIDS
Sunday, May. 30 • 10:20am
Auto-B-Good FREE Summer Movies: Road Rage
Featuring 9 animated cars and a supporting cast of over 50 other vehicles, this movie series keeps children entertained while teaching respect, consideration and confidence. See the movies and participate in fun activities too. Hosted by Fellowship, a multi-denominational Christian community.
FREE
Micon Cinemas • Chippewa Falls • 379-0888 • www.miconcinemas.com
Tuesday, Jun. 1 • 4-6pm
Summer Library Program Kick-off Event
Youth Services will kick-off this year's summer library program theme Zoo-m in on Reading with a live petting zoo on the library lawn. Sign up for summer reading and receive your reading folder, register for book discussions and teen events, and enjoy Fantasy Corral's Live Petting Zoo Exhibit.
FREE
L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library, 400 Eau Claire Street, Eau Claire 839-5007
Tuesday, Jun. 1 • 6:30pm
Breast-Feeding Class
This one-session class is designed for women in their third trimester of pregnancy and their support person. Instructors cover the basics. The class also will introduce the anatomy and physiology of the breast, breast-feeding techniques and information about working and breast-feeding. Register two weeks prior.
$10
The third floor classroom across the street from Luther Midelfort at 1223 Bellinger St. 838-6767
Wednesday, Jun. 2 • 10-11:15am
Storytime Party @ the Library
Enjoy one last round of songs, fingerplays, games, and stories. There will also be special prizes and treats for all youth and their families.
Free
Fall Creek Public Library, 122 E Lincoln Ave, Fall Creek 877-3334
Saturday, Jun. 5 • 9am
Colfax Kidz Triathlon
Run/walk plus obstacles and biking.
• ages 5-6, 7-12
Anytime Fitness, 225 Bremer Avenue, Colfax 962-3005
Saturday, Jun. 5 • 9am-10pm
Durand Fun Fest
The 47th Annual Durand Fun Fest features music and fun for everyone. Weekend activities include the Little Miss and Mr. Durand Pageant, lunch and entertainment for seniors, bowling, beer garden, three legged races, classic car cruise (high school parking lots), show choir and band performances, fishing contest, basketball, and motorcycle cruise. Kids can enjoy Stipes carnival (Fri.-Sun.), kiddie and pet parade, sand castle contest, fantasy animal petting coral, and kids pedal tractor pull. On Sunday, check out the pancake breakfast, Sunday Mass Service, pie and ice cream social, grand parade, music by Chops Drum & Bugle Corp. and Taboo, and raffle drawing. Make sure to call for actual event times.
Memorial Park, Durand 672-4295
Sunday, Jun. 6 • 10am-2pm
Chippewa Valley Bass Attack: 2nd Annual Youth Day
Club members will available to teach kids the basics for a fun day of fishing, rain or shine plus contests, prizes, hot dogs and drinks for all.
FREE
Half Moon Lake, Braun's Bay Pavilion, Eau Claire 514-2239
Sunday, Jun. 6 • 10:20am
Auto-B-Good FREE Summer Movies: Center of the Universe
Featuring 9 animated cars and a supporting cast of over 50 other vehicles, this movie series keeps children entertained while teaching respect, consideration and confidence. See the movies and participate in fun activities too. Hosted by Fellowship, a multi-denominational Christian community.
FREE
Micon Cinemas • Chippewa Falls • 379-0888 • www.miconcinemas.com
Monday, Jun. 7 • 9:30-10:15am
Little Bare Bottoms: Music - Kindermusik Our Times (18 mos+)
Through games and songs, help your toddler learn control of their body, speak their minds and guild them on that search for independence. 15 week class.
$150, $135.50 members
Little Bare Bottoms • Eau Claire • 514-2652 •
Tuesday, Jun. 8
We're Makin' Music
Art activity of the week: Make a paper guitar in the Art Studio. All week, play an electric drum set, try out other percussion instruments and make a music note collage. Tues.–Sat. 11:15am-12:15pm and Tues.-Sun. 2:30-3:30pm, make a musical rain stick. Check venue for hours.
Children's Museum of Eau Claire • Eau Claire • 832-KIDS • www.cmec.cc
Tuesday, Jun. 8 • 10-11:30am
Traveling Tuesdays
River Source Family Center playgroup will be traveling to Eau Claire Children's Museum. We will meet at River Source Family Center at 9:30am or go directly to the Children's Museum at 10am.
$3.50
Eau Claire Children's Museum, 2205 S Barstow St, Eau Claire 720-1841
Tuesday, Jun. 8 • 10:30-11:30am
Ozseeker the Clown Balloon Twisting
Ozseeker the Clown makes an appearance at the Chippewa Falls Public Library.
FREE • All ages
Chippewa Falls Public Library • Chippewa Falls • (715) 723-1146
Tuesday, Jun. 8 • 4-6pm
Summer Library Program Kick-off: Fantasy Corral Petting Zoo
Youth Services' annual Summer Library Program kick-off has been rescheduled. Party on the library lawn for Fantasy Corral's live petting zoo in honor of this year's theme: Zoo-m in on Reading. Register for your reading folder, book discussions and other youth programming any time until August 2nd.
FREE
L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library, 400 Eau Claire Street, Eau Claire 839-5007
Tuesday, Jun. 8 • 6-8pm
Baby Sign Language
Learn the basic signing skills to help you better communicate with your infant or toddler. It is a perfect enhancer to oral language. CEUs available. On-site childcare is available at no charge. Registration required, deadline: Jun. 7.
FREE
River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841
Wednesday, Jun. 9 • 10-11am
Infant Massage
This 3 week series provides great techniques for soothing, relaxing and bonding with your baby through simple touches. No CEU's available. Registration required, deadline: Jun. 8.
FREE
River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841
Wednesday, Jun. 9 • 9pm
Dive-In Movie: The Tooth Fairy
Head to the pool and watch a movie on the big screen while you sit or float in the shallow area. For children who are or eligible to be in grades 5-8.
$3.75 or season pass
Fairfax Pool • Eau Claire • 839-1680
Thursday, Jun. 10 • 8am-3:30pm
Safety Camp ’10
Participants will learn from Luther Midelfort healthcare providers and other local experts about many safety topics, including first aid, sports, guns, fire, food, seat belts, weather and much more. Children are supervised at all times. Lunch and snacks will be provided, and each camper will receive a Safety Camp T-shirt. June 10: 4th & 5th graders at Irvine Park. June 23-24: 4th graders at Carson Park.
FREE • grunewald.vicki@mayo.edu, omodth.constance@mayo.edu • 4th & 5th grades
Irvine Park, Chippewa Falls & Carson Park, Eau Claire 720-4400, 838-3651
Thursday, Jun. 10 • 4-5pm
Infant Massage
This 3 week series provides great techniques for soothing, relaxing and bonding with your baby through simple touches. No CEUs available. Registration required, deadline: Jun. 9.
FREE
River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841
Friday, Jun. 11 • 5:45pm
Joining the Circle Dance Camp/Duck for the Oyster
Festive evening contra/square/circle dances, daytime dance and music workshops, wonderful kids' activities, delicious meals, and a terrific sense of community await you at this camp, set in beautiful natural surroundings. Dorm-style lodging or camping is available. Several workshops available. Registration due by May 8.
$120 adults, $90 kids under 16 In Advance: $120 adults, $90 kids under 16
Hunt Hill Audubon Sanctuary, N2384 Hunt Hill Road, Sarona 879-4027
Saturday, Jun. 12 • 9am-5pm
4th Annual Open Air Festival of the Arts
Local and regional artists will be displaying and selling their original fine art in beautiful downtown Eau Clair.e Enjoy two days of art, live music and fresh food, plus a juried fine art festival, belly dancers, the Eau Claire farmers market and children's activities.
artists@ecoafa.org
Phoenix Park, Downtown Eau Claire 835-4911 or 651-497-4699
Saturday, Jun. 12 • 1-3pm
Kris Winter's Paper Cow Theater: Springtime Storytellers Festival
Join the crowd pleasing Madame Lanita for her original storytelling. Share your own classic and/or original tales. All story tellers and story lovers welcome.
$5
Kris Winter's Paper Cow Theater, E4970 370th Ave., Menomonie 235-0508
Sunday, Jun. 13 • 10:20am
Auto-B-Good FREE Summer Movies: The Price of Freedom
Featuring 9 animated cars and a supporting cast of over 50 other vehicles, this movie series keeps children entertained while teaching respect, consideration and confidence. See the movies and participate in fun activities too. Hosted by Fellowship, a multi-denominational Christian community.
FREE
Micon Cinemas • Chippewa Falls • 379-0888 • www.miconcinemas.com
Monday, Jun. 14 • 10:30-10:50am
L.E. Phillips Public Library: Jungle Jumpers Toddler Storytime
Held in the Youth Services Program Room. Children must be accompanied by an adult during this 20-minute story program. No registration required.
• ages 2-3
L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library • Eau Claire • 839-5007 •
Monday, Jun. 14 • 9:30-noon
Nature Nuts Day Camp
This week-long camp presented by Beaver Creek Reserve encourages children to discover nature through sensory activities. Such activities include panning for gold, hunting for frogs, and investigating forest, prairie, stream and pond habitats.
$40 members, $50 non-members • ages 5-11
Beaver Creek Reserve • Fall Creek • (715) 877-2212
Tuesday, Jun. 15
Happy Father's Day
Art activity of the week: Decorate a paper sports jersey for Dad using fun stickers. All week, learn about patterns while creating a tie for Dad, paint Dad a picture with watercolors, and draw a picture of Dad. Tues.–Sat. 11:15am-12:15pm & Tues.-Sun. 2:30-3:30pm, decorate a hat Dad can wear.
Children's Museum of Eau Claire • Eau Claire • 832-KIDS • www.cmec.cc
Tuesday, Jun. 15 • 9:30-11:30am
Traveling Tuesdays
River Source will be having a Tie Dye day.
$3
River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841
Tuesday, Jun. 15 • 10:15-11am
Menomonie Public Library: Summer Story Times
These summer story times are designed for children ages 1-5, but everyone is welcome.
Menomonie Public Library • Menomonie • 232-2164 •
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
Tuesday, Jun. 15 • 10:30-11am
L.E. Phillips Public Library: Forest Friends Preschool Storytime
Held in the Youth Services Program Room. No registration required.
• ages 4-Kinder
L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library • Eau Claire • 839-5007 •
Tuesday, Jun. 15 • 1-3pm
School-Age Make-and-Take Crafts
School-age children are invited to stroll in to the Youth Services Program Room and make a craft to take home. Crafts available while supplies last. No registration required.
L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library • Eau Claire • 839-5007 •
Tuesday, Jun. 15 • 4-5pm
Fall Creek Public Library: Family Fun Tuesdays
The Fall Creek Public Library features a new entertainer each Tuesday. Bring your Time Logs for bonus time. Presenters more appropriate for elementary aged youth and their families.
FREE
Fall Creek Public Library, 122 E Lincoln Ave, Fall Creek 877-3334 (Jenna)
Tuesday, Jun. 15 • 4-8pm
JA Youth Skills Challenge with The First Tee
Compete in friendly chipping, driving, and putting competitions! Youth will receive FREE food, frozen custard, course fees, and golf instruction. No experience necessary. Registration required, deadline: Jun. 7.
$10 • ages 7-15
Hickory Hills Golf Course • Eau Claire • 835-5566 Ext 26 • www.cvga.com
Wednesday, Jun. 16 • 10:30-11am
Chippewa Falls Public Library: Summer Storytime
Intended for children ages 3-6 or not yet in first grade.
FREE
Chippewa Falls Public Library • Chippewa Falls • (715) 723-1146
Wednesday, Jun. 16 • 11am
Fall Creek Public Library: Make a Splash Playgroup
Designed as a loosely structured time for families to play, get to know their neighbors, and create crafts and memories. This program is for all area youth in early elementary and younger plus their families. Activities include moon sand and playdough, a dance party, parachute games, and more. Register in advance.
FREE • up to age 7
Fall Creek Public Library, 122 E Lincoln Ave, Fall Creek 313-0369
Wednesday, Jun. 16 • 1:30-2:15pm
Mixed Nuts: Physical Comedy Show
Located at the Eau Claire Room located on the library's lower level.
FREE tickets (pick them up at Youth Services a week in advance)
L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library • Eau Claire • 839-5007 •
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
Thursday, Jun. 17 • 10:30am-12:30pm
Kids Wii Gaming Day
The library is offering the use of its Wii gaming devices to children. Come prepared to use a balance board to play some 3-D games, play some neighborhood games and many others. Children can play in groups or by themselves. Everyone will have an opportunity to play if they want to. There will be prizes.
• ages 5-12
Chippewa Falls Public Library • Chippewa Falls • (715) 723-1146
Thursday, Jun. 17 • 10:30-11am
L.E. Phillips Library: Polar Babies Storytime
For babies ages 15-23 months with a parent or caregiver. This program includes social time for parents and babies and is held at the Youth Services Program Room. No registration required.
L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library • Eau Claire • 839-5007 •
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
Thursday, Jun. 17 • 1:30-2:15pm
Karate American Demonstration Program
Instructors from Karate American will demonstrate martial arts. The demonstration is designed for school-age children. Held in the Eau Claire Room. No registration required.
L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library • Eau Claire • 839-5007 •
Thursday, Jun. 17 • 6:30-8:30pm
Menomonie Public Library: Children's Activities
Check out what fun stuff is going on at the Menomonie Library every Thursday.
Menomonie Public Library • Menomonie • 232-2164 •
Friday, Jun. 18 • 10-11:30am
Got Questions?
Featuring a large Q&A session on whatever topics you bring regarding your child’s growth, development, and behavior. Call FRC to register by Jun. 16.
FREE
Family Resource Center, 2105 Heights Drive, Eau Claire 833-1735
Friday, Jun. 18 • 10:30-11am
Friday Morning Drop-In Spanish Class
Anita's Spanish with music features singing, movement, play instruments, dancing with scarves & lots of Spanish. Music’s melodic & rhythmic patterns stimulate neural pathways that develop memory, math skills and abstract thinking.
$5/child • ages 1-10
Living Room Coffeehouse, 2006 Cameron St., Eau Claire 723-5751
Saturday, Jun. 19 • 9am-noon
Armed US9 Baseball Sluggers Camp
Armed Forces Baseball, a non-profit traveling baseball team consisting of active duty military personnel, invites you to its first annual baseball camp. All money raised will go back to the community of Eau Claire, WI. Come and meet active duty personnel from all branches of the Armed Forces.
$15 • ages 7-18
Eau Claire North High School Baseball Fields, 1801 Piedmont Rd., Eau Claire 864-2233
Saturday, Jun. 19 • 10:30-11am
Kids Day at Petit Jardin
Join Inga and Deb in the garden center for a special reading of the children's book "One Child One Earth" Live music follows.
FREE
Petit Jardin, 7th St., Osseo 597-2525
Saturday, Jun. 19 • 3pm
The Frog Prince
Once again the Heyde Center welcomes the remarkable Missoula Children’s Theatre in a production of The Frog Prince, an adaptation of the classic fairy tale of a frog that turns into a prince when a princess breaks a cruel charm. A little red truck comes to Chippewa Falls with everything it takes to mount a full-scale original musical production – except the cast. A week long residency begins with an audition for 50 to 60 local children, and four rehearsals culminate in two Saturday performances.
• all ages
Heyde Center for the Arts • Chippewa Falls • 726-9000 •
Saturday, Jun. 19 • 4:30-7pm
10th Annual Juneteenth Celebration
Juneteenth is the oldest known celebration commemorating the end of slavery in the US. It is a day set aside for thoughtful appreciation of the African-American experience and the experiences of all races and cultures. Featuring music, children's activities, featured speakers, a presentation of proclamations, hot dogs, cake, and strawberry soda.
Pine Pavilion, Carson Park, Carson Park Dr., Eau Claire 839-4902
Tuesday, Jun. 22 • 10:30-11:30am
Traveling Tuesdays
River Source Family Center will be traveling to the Chippewa Falls Fire Department. We will meet at River Source Family Center at 9:30am. or you can go directly to the Fire Department at 10am.
FREE
Chippewa Falls Fire Department, 30 W Central St., Chippewa Falls 720-1841
Wednesday, Jun. 23 • 10-11:30am
Summer Kaleidoscope: Time Travelers
June 23, A day in the life of Chief Buffalo; Ojibwe Leader. June 30, A day in the life of Agnes Barland McDaniel; Medical Missionary (This class meets at Schlegelmilch House; 517 S. Farwell St.) July 14, A day in the life of Orrin Ingram; Lumber Baron. July 21: A day in the life of William Harper; Tire Builder. July 28, a day in the Life of Arthur & Adelaide Kohlhepp, Dairy Farmers. Aug 4, a day in the life of Howie Sturtz; Band Leader.
• 6-12
Chippewa Valley Museum • Eau Claire • 834-7871 • www.cvmuseum.com
Wednesday, Jun. 23 • 10:30am
The Big Fun Show: A One-man Circus Event
Located at the Eau Claire Room located on the library's lower level.
FREE tickets (pick them up at Youth Services a week in advance)
L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library • Eau Claire • 839-5007 •
Wednesday, Jun. 23 • 1:30pm
Very Fishy Preschool Crafts
Children can get in touch with a more fishy side. Activity rotation includes making crafts to take home using paint, sand and glitter. Registration required.
• ages 3-6
Chippewa Falls Public Library • Chippewa Falls • (715) 723-1146
Thursday, Jun. 24 • 9:30-11am
Jump, Dance & Sing
Join us for a variety of musical activities with puppets, books & music. Children who love to dance and sing will have a blast with balloons,bubbles, scarves, shakers & more.
FREE
Heyde Center, 3 N High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841
Thursday, Jun. 24 • 10-11:30am
Summer Kaleidoscope: Museum Explorers
June 24, Garden Party at the Schlegelmilch House; July 1, Pow Wow Adventure; Paths of the People; July 15, The Way We Play; July 22, Circus Adventures; August 5, School
• 3-5
Chippewa Valley Museum • Eau Claire • 834-7871 • www.cvmuseum.com
Thursday, Jun. 24 • 1:30pm
Chaotic Juggling Troupe Juggling Demonstration
The Chaotic Juggling Troupe will present a juggling demonstration program for school-age children, held in the Eau Claire Room. No registration required.
L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library • Eau Claire • 839-5007 •
Thursday, Jun. 24 • 1:30pm
Tales from the Brothers Grimm
Enjoy this series of five tales by the infamous Brothers Grimm and Eau Claire Children's Theatre.
$5
The Oxford • Eau Claire • 839-8877 •
Thursday, Jun. 24 • 6:30-7:30pm
Ozseeker the Clown
Come join Ozseeker the Clown for an evening of magic and merriment. A fun, interactive program for children of all ages.
FREE
Atloona Public Library, 1303 Lynn Ave, Altoona 839-5029
Thursday, Jun. 24 • 7:30-9:30pm
Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella
CVTG brings the magical fairy tale to life about a girl treated like a slave by her wicked stepmother and stepsisters, until the royal ball and the fated glass slipper.
$18 general, $8 students
State Theatre • Eau Claire • 832-ARTS
Sunday, Jun. 27 • 10:20am
Auto-B-Good FREE Summer Movies: Izzi and the Giant
Featuring 9 animated cars and a supporting cast of over 50 other vehicles, this movie series keeps children entertained while teaching respect, consideration and confidence. See the movies and participate in fun activities too. Hosted by Fellowship, a multi-denominational Christian community.
FREE
Micon Cinemas • Chippewa Falls • 379-0888 • www.miconcinemas.com
Monday, Jun. 28 • 11-11:45am
Spanish at the Beach
Learn Spanish with lots of Spanish with songs, stories, snack & games. Anita's Spanish CD is available to purchase. Registration required, deadline: Jun. 25.
$55 • ages 5-11
Chippewa Vally Bible Church, 531 East South Ave., Chippewa Falls 723-5751
Monday, Jun. 28 • 6-6:30pm
Twist & Turn Music & Movement with Spanish
Pre-school music teacher, Anita Wahl, brings her guitar, scarves and instruments so kids can sing, move, imitate tones & rhythm patterns, dance, learn Spanish and have fun.
$40 • ages 1-5
Chippewa Vally Bible Church, 531 East South Ave., Chippewa Falls 723-5751
Tuesday, Jun. 29 • 9am-3pm
Kids and Canines
Open to all kids between the age of 10 and 16, the Kids and Canines Program is designed to educate people about dogs and how to properly care for them.
$70 • ages 10-16
Eau Claire County Expo Center • Eau Claire • 839-4712 •
Tuesday, Jun. 29 • 10-11:30am
Traveling Tuesdays
River Source Family Center will be traveling to Connell's Strawberry Patch. We will meet at River Source Family Center at 9:30am, or you can go directly to Connell's at 10am.
$3
Connell's Strawberry Patch, 19372 Cty Tr OO, Chippewa Falls 720-1841
Tuesday, Jun. 29 • 1pm
Traci Chipman: Storytelling for Kids
Wisconsin storyteller Traci Chipman reads a collection called "Wild Spaces and Watery Place."
Chippewa Falls Public Library • Chippewa Falls • 723-1146 •
Tuesday, Jun. 29 • 1:30-3pm
Children's Movie
A children's movie will be shown in the community room at the Altoona Public Library. Call for movie title.
FREE
Altoona Public Library, 1303 Lynn Ave, Altoona 839-5029
Wednesday, Jun. 30 • 10:30-11:15am
L. E. Philips Memorial Public Library: Rob Reid Storytelling
Rob Reid reads for kids in the Eau Claire Room, located in the library's lower level. This event is free, although tickets are required and may be picked up approximately one week prior.
FREE • Kids
L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library • Eau Claire • 839-1648 •
Wednesday, Jun. 30 • 1:30pm
Ocean Crafts for Older Kids
Rotating craft activities focusing on the wet side of summer. Activities include beading, painting, collage, and mobile-related crafts. Registration required.
• ages 6-11
Chippewa Falls Public Library • Chippewa Falls • (715) 723-1146
Thursday, Jul. 1 • 9:30-11:30am
River Source Family Center: Playgroup
Toys and activities are provided for children from birth through age 5 and their parents to come interact with other kids and families.
FREE
River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841
Thursday, Jul. 1 • 10-11am
Mother's Tea
Mother's Tea brings together area moms to discuss anything and everything mother-related. Hosted by Jodi Swartz, D.C. (a mother of two young children herself), this group enables area moms to connect and visit any topic they desire. Children are welcome but childcare will not be available. Refreshments provided.
FREE
Stucky Chiropractic Center, 2105 E. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire 835-9514
Thursday, Jul. 1 • 1:30-2:15pm
Live Frogs, Toads, Salamanders And Monarch Butterflies
Randy Korb will present this hands-on program designed for school-age children, held in the Eau Claire Room. No registration required.
L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library • Eau Claire • 839-5007 •
Sunday, Jul. 4 • 10:20am
Auto-B-Good FREE Summer Movies: Dependability
Featuring 9 animated cars and a supporting cast of over 50 other vehicles, this movie series keeps children entertained while teaching respect, consideration and confidence. See the movies and participate in fun activities too. Hosted by Fellowship, a multi-denominational Christian community.
FREE
Micon Cinemas • Chippewa Falls • 379-0888 • www.miconcinemas.com
Sunday, Jul. 4 • 11am-4pm
Chippewa Valley Museum's 18th Annual Independence Day Celebration
This all-day celebration combines traditional activities like wool spinning and spelling bees with fresh family fun such as temporary tattoos. Other events include music by the Eau Claire Municipal Band, cake walks, carnival games, patriotic speeches, an honor guard, and a civil war encampment. Food and drinks available.
FREE entry, activities may have a small charge
Carson Park, Carson Park Dr., Eau Claire
Tuesday, Jul. 6 • 9am-4pm
Bogs Gone Crazy!
This one-day camp is geared for 10-12 years olds in mind. Bogs are fascinating plant communities occupying a unique niche in our northern forests. A trip to a bog is one that will never be forgotten. Campers should pack a lunch with a drink and come dressed for being outside and tromping through the woods. A morning and afternoon snack will be provided.
$35, $30 members • ages 10-12
Beaver Creek Reserve • Fall Creek • (715) 877-2212
Tuesday, Jul. 6 • 9:30-11:30am
Traveling Tuesday
River Source Family Center will be traveling to Ray's Beach. We will meet at 9:30am. at River Source Family Center or you can go directly to Ray's Beach at 10am.
FREE
River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841
Tuesday, Jul. 6 • 1:30-3pm
Children's Movie
A children's movie will be shown in the community room at the Altoona Public Library. Call movie title.
FREE
Altoona Public Library, 1303 Lynn Ave, Altoona 839-5029
Tuesday, Jul. 6 • 6-8pm
Stirring It Up: Creative Cooking with Kids
This workshop is like no other; your children will be learning right along with you! Join us for a fun-filled evening of cooking with your kids. This workshop is free of charge, but registration is required as space is limited. Registration required, deadline: Jul. 5.
FREE
River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841, 888-413-3400
Tuesday, Jul. 6 • 6:30pm
Breast-Feeding Class
This one-session class is designed for women in their third trimester of pregnancy and their support person. Learn the basics, including making the decision to breast-feed, plus anatomy and physiology of the breast, breast-feeding techniques and information about working and breast-feeding. Register two weeks prior.
$10
Third floor classroom across the street from Luther Midelfort at 1223 Bellinger St. 838-6767
Wednesday, Jul. 7 • 9:30-10:30am
Young Athletes Program
The Young Athletes Program (SO-YAP) sponsored by River Source Family Center and Special Olympics invited you to join in on the fun. Children will learn large motor skills through a specifically developed variety of large motor activities. Parent will take part in discussions regarding the social/emotional development of their children. Register by Jul. 6.
FREE • ages 2-7
Northern Center Head Start Building, 2820 E Park Ave, Chippewa Falls 720-1841
Wednesday, Jul. 7 • 10:30am
Brian Richards' Magic Show
Held in the Eau Claire Room located on the library's lower level.
FREE tickets (pick them up at Youth Services a week in advance)
L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library • Eau Claire • 839-5007 •
Wednesday, Jul. 7 • 10:30-11am
Music 'n Motion
A fun music class for children and their parent/loved one to learn basic tone, rhythm & beat in a group setting. These are the years when music ability is developing in the brain, and all children can be musical provided with early exposure. Come and have fun with us. No registration required. This class is not for profit. Doors open at 10:15am.
$4 at door, $15 for 5 sessions in advance • ages 0-5
Eau Claire Indoor Sports Center • Eau Claire • 613-2209 •
Wednesday, Jul. 7 • 7:30-9:30pm
True Blue and Trusted
Remember the old Snidely Whiplash shows? This is an old-fashioned "boo the villain", "cheer the hero" melodrama complete with songs, olios, and enough bad jokes to keep you laughing all night long.
$15
The Oxford • Eau Claire • 839-8877 •
Thursday, Jul. 8
Chippewa Falls Youth Baseball Tournament
See contact info for full details.
daleang@sbcglobal.net
Chippewa Falls Youth Baseball Fields, Chippewa Falls 828-6296
Thursday, Jul. 8 • 1:30pm
Underwater Adventures
Underwater Adventures will present a hands-on program with their live animals. This program is designed for school-age children at the Eau Claire Room. No registration is required.
L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library • Eau Claire • 839-1648 •
Thursday, Jul. 8 • 6-7pm
Kindergarten Readiness
Join us to learn the signs of school readiness. Learn about simple activities you can do with your child to promote skills needed for Kindergarten. Please call FRC to register. Registration required, deadline: Jul. 6.
FREE
Family Resource Center for Eau Claire County, 2105 Heights Drive, Eau Claire 833-1735
Thursday, Jul. 8 • 6-8pm
Sharing Responsibilities
This 3 week class is designed to help families work together as partners (married or not) to raise their children together. No CEU's offered. Childcare is available on-site at no charge. Registration required, deadline: Jul. 7.
FREE
River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841, 888-413-3400
Thursday, Jul. 8 • 6:30-7:30pm
Toads, a Children's Library Event with Author Eileen L. Ziesler
Come join author Eileen L. Ziesler as she reads her book "TOADS." Children are encouraged to practice kindness and patience while meeting Mr. Bufo-Bufo (a real toad), learn to draw a toad, and sing an environmental toad song.
FREE
Altoona Public Library, 1303 Lynn Ave., Altoona 839-5029
Friday, Jul. 9 • 10-11am
Did Your Baby Come With Instructions?
Do you have an infant and are still looking for his/her manual? Come for a discussion on topics relevant to your young infant, including routine, feeding, sleeping, brain development, play, and more. Call FRC to register. Deadline Jul. 7.
FREE
Family Resource Center for Eau Claire County, 2105 Heights Drive, Eau Claire 833-1735
Saturday, Jul. 10 • 1-4pm
"Got Talent?" Teen Talent Show
Teens are invited to share all types of talent, with "Band" or "Miscellaneous" categories. Both will award prizes. First prize in both categories includes an opportunity to perform at the Teen Prize Auction on August 2 at the library. Stop by the Youth Services Desk in the library to submit entry forms. Forms and FAQ may also be printed from the library's teen site. Deadline July 3.
FREE • 12-19
L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library, 400 Eau Claire Street, Eau Claire 839-5007
Sunday, Jul. 11 • 10am
Veggie Tales: Sweetpea Peauty
Sweetpea Beauty, “a girl after God’s own heart” reveals the meaning of true beauty.
FREE • contact@fellowshipcf.org
Micon Cinemas • Chippewa Falls • 720-2291 • www.miconcinemas.com
Sunday, Jul. 11 • 4pm
Hansel & Gretel
Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild presents the classic story of a brother and sister, trail of bread crumbs, and a hungry witch.
$3 • all ages
Grand Little Theatre • Eau Claire • 832-7529 •
Monday, Jul. 12 • 1-4pm
Stewards of Children
Stewards of Children is a revolutionary prevention training program developed for youth organizations designed to educate adults to prevent, recognize, and react responsibly to child sexual abuse. Call FRC to register, deadline: Jul. 8.
FREE
Family Resource Center for Eau Clarie County, 2105 Heights Drive, Eau Claire 833-1735
Tuesday, Jul. 13
Let's Have a Picnic
Art activity of the week: Build a paper hot dog. All week, play a picnic food matching game, create a paper ant with cutouts and pipe cleaners and make a watercolor painting. Tues.-Sat. 11:15am-12:15pm, weave a picnic basket using paper strips.
museum admission required
Children's Museum of Eau Claire • Eau Claire • 832-KIDS • www.cmec.cc
Tuesday, Jul. 13 • 10-11:30am
Traveling Tuesday
River Source Family Center will be traveling to Beaver Creek Reserve & Butterfly Garden. We will meet at River Source Family Center at 9:30am or you can go directly to Beaver Creek Reserve at 10am.
$3 adults, $1 kids
Beaver Creek Reserve & Butterfly Garden, County K, Fall Creek 720-1841
Tuesday, Jul. 13 • 1:30-3pm
Children's Movie
A children's movie will be shown in the community room at the Altoona Public Library. Call for movie title.
FREE
Altoona Public Library, 1303 Lynn Ave, Altoona 839-5029
Tuesday, Jul. 13 • 6-7:15pm
Sibling Class
Instructor reads a book with the children and encourage them to discuss their feelings about becoming a big brother or sister. Then they tour the birthing center. Ages 7-11 are invited to tour the birthing facilities at 7pm the same evening and will also receive information about becoming a big brother or sister Tour-only registration required, though at no charge.
$10/one child, $15/two or more children • 2-6, 7-11
Third floor classroom across the street from Luther Midelfort at 1223 Bellinger St. 838-6767
Wednesday, Jul. 14 • 10:30am
The Minnesota Zoo's Zoomobile
Held in the Eau Claire Room located on the library's lower level.
FREE tickets (pick them up at Youth Services a week in advance)
L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library • Eau Claire • 839-1648 •
Wednesday, Jul. 14 • 2-4pm
The Parenting Class
The Parenting Class will cover various general parenting topics in two hours. The class will cover anger management, communication, responsible children, discipline and routines. Please call FRC to register, deadline Jul. 12.
$10
Family Resource Center for Eau Clarie County, 2105 Heights Drive, Eau Claire 833-1735
Thursday, Jul. 15 • 10-11:30am
Museum Explorers: Toymakers
Learn about the history of classic toys and go on a gallery toy treasure hunt. Visit the dollhouse, play "I Spy", enjoy play-dough and crayons; make and fly a kite, plus enjoy ice cream cones for a snack.
$5, $3 members • ages 3-5
Chippewa Valley Museum • Eau Claire • 834-7871 • www.cvmuseum.com
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
Thursday, Jul. 15 • 1:30pm
Polly Ester Pickers: American Roots Music Demonstration
Session held in the Eau Claire Room and will last approximately 45 minutes. Program is for school aged children. No registration required.
L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library • Eau Claire • 839-1648 •
Thursday, Jul. 15 • 6-8pm
Jump, Dance & Sing
Join us for a variety of musical activities with puppets, books & music. Children who love to dance & sing will have a blast with balloons, bubbles, scarves, shakers & more. This is hosted by River Source Family Center.
FREE
Heyde Center, 3 N. High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841
Thursday, Jul. 15 • 6:30-7:30pm
In Capable Hands Juggling Duo
Come join the highly entertaining husband and wife juggling duo, Steve Russell and Kobi Shaw, as they perform a multitude of comedic circus tricks.
FREE
Altoona Public Library, 1303 Lynn Ave., Altoona 839-5029
Friday, Jul. 16 • 8:30am-1pm
Altoona R.A.I.L. (Real Adventures in Learning)
Offered by the Altoona Parks and Recreation Department and the School District of Altoona. This program is available to children within the School District of Altoona boundaries. See website for class descriptions and registration information.
$5-$20
Location varies; see website for location information 839-5188
Friday, Jul. 16 • 7pm
Disney's Alice in Wonderland, Jr.
Join Alice’s madcap adventures in Wonderland as she chases the White Rabbit, races the Dodo Bird, gets tied up with the Tweedles, raps with a bubble-blowing Caterpillar, and beats the Queen of Hearts at her own game. This is a production by the Summer Theater Camp partnership between Menomonie Public Schools, MTG's Red Cedar Youth Stage, and Mabel Tainter.
• all ages
Mabel Tainter Memorial Theater • Menomonie • 235-0001 •
Saturday, Jul. 17 • 9-11:30am
Fall Creek Public Library: Summer Reading Program Party
Water you waiting for? Bring your Time Logs to one last Summer Reading Program event. Stop in anytime. Snacks, games, hand-outs, loads of activities, crafts, prizes, give-aways, Top Reader awards, and more for all ages. Don't forget to sign up to make your own hula hoop and learn tricks with Madison, WI's Danielle Lee.
FREE
Fall Creek Public Library and Village Hall, 122 E Lincoln Ave, Fall Creek 313-0369
Sunday, Jul. 18 • 10:20am
Auto-B-Good FREE Summer Movies: Goodwill
Featuring 9 animated cars and a supporting cast of over 50 other vehicles, this movie series keeps children entertained while teaching respect, consideration and confidence. See the movies and participate in fun activities too. Hosted by Fellowship, a multi-denominational Christian community.
FREE
Micon Cinemas • Chippewa Falls • 379-0888 • www.miconcinemas.com
Monday, Jul. 19 • 9-9am
Girls in Nature Camp
This week-long adventure for girls is designed to sample lots of outdoor activities, possibly including archery, river exploration, fishing, fire building, compass and GPS, hiking and more. The week culminates with an overnight tent camp-out on Thursday night with pick up at 9am Friday morning. Register in advance.
friends $120, nonmembers $135 • ages 10-12
Beaver Creek Reserve • Fall Creek • (715) 877-2212
Monday, Jul. 19 • 9-9am
Nature Girls Summer Camp
A fun-filled week at Beaver Creek, with archery, river exploration, fishing, fire building, taking part in an official lake study, compass and GPS, hiking, journaling, exploring different habitats, bird watching, star gazing, and building bird or bat houses. The week will culminate with a tent camp-out Register by June 15.
$120 friends, $135 nonmembers • girls 10-12
Wise Nature Center, Beaver Creek Reserve, S1 Cty Rd. K, Fall Creek 877-2212
Monday, Jul. 19 • 5-8:15pm
Kidventures 2010
Each day features an adventure: Ropes course, environmental site, Refuge Farms, & canoeing. Supper, transportation and adventure included in cost. For registration info, check with First Congregational United Church of Christ, Menomonie United Methodist Church, Peace Lutheran, or Grace Episcopal or see website.
$25/kid for the week; $10/night or "whatever you can afford" • grades 4-8
Each night starts at a different church, see description and contact info for addresses 235-5838, 235-065
Tuesday, Jul. 20 • 10-11:30am
Traveling Tuesdays
River Source Family Center will be traveling to Irvine Park across from the animals. We will meet at River Source Family Center at 9:30am or you can go directly to Irvine Park at 10am.
FREE
Irvine Park, Bridgewater Ave, Chippewa Falls 720-1841
Tuesday, Jul. 20 • 11:15am
Kazoo-zo
Love the music. Children will receive a kazoo and learn how to make their own music, so let the creative noise begin. Hey, at least it's not a vuvuzela.
FREE
Heyde Center for the Arts • Chippewa Falls • 715-726-9000 •
Tuesday, Jul. 20 • 1:30-3pm
Children's Movie
A children's movie will be shown in the community room at the Altoona Public Library. Call the library for movie title.
FREE
Atloona Public Library, 1303 Lynn Ave., Altoona 839-5029
Wednesday, Jul. 21 • 9-9:45am
Messy!
Come make play dough, silly putty and paint with shaving cream. This is one of a series of the One Day Wonders classes sponsored by the Altoona Parks and Recreation Department for parent and child to have fun exploring arts & crafts. Reservation required.
$8 resident; $10 non-resident • ages 2-5
Altoona Emergency Services Building, 1904 Spooner Ave., Altoona 839-5188
Wednesday, Jul. 21 • 10-11:30am
Time Travelers: William Harper, Tire Builder
Discover the story of the Rubberheads. Help build a car on the assembly line, compete for a raise in the tire factory's time study and enjoy refreshments at the company picnic.
$5, $3 members • ages 6-12
Chippewa Valley Museum • Eau Claire • 834-7871 • www.cvmuseum.com
Wednesday, Jul. 21 • 10:30am
Wendy's Wiggle, Jiggle And Jam
Held in the Eau Claire Room located on the library's lower level.
FREE tickets (pick them up at Youth Services a week in advance)
L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library • Eau Claire • 839-5007 •
Wednesday, Jul. 21 • 6:30-8pm
Building Baby's Brain
Learn how positive interactions with your baby enhance social and emotional development, creativity, and even IQ. Activities for specific ages will be shared and demonstrated. Class content will be geared towards development from birth-3. Please call FRC to register. Registration required, deadline: Jul. 20.
$10
Center for Healthy Living, 2103 Heights Drive, Eau Claire 833-1735
Thursday, Jul. 22 • 10-11:30am
Museum Explorers: Circus Adventures
Enjoy circus music and stories, ride in the clown car, get your face painted, join our circus parade and munch on a popcorn snack.
$5, $3 members
Chippewa Valley Museum • Eau Claire • 834-7871 • www.cvmuseum.com
Thursday, Jul. 22 • 1:30pm
Irish Dance Demonstration
Janelle Glenna and company will be presenting an Irish dance demonstration program designed for school-age children. Lasts approximately 45 minutes. No registration required.
L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library • Eau Claire • 839-5007 •
Thursday, Jul. 22 • 6:30-7:30pm
Mall of America's Underwater Adventures Aquarium Program
Get your hands wet as you learn about the importance of water to every living thing on Earth. Discover what kinds of animals live in the water, how to keep our oceans clean, and how you can make a difference. The program consists of both an interactive learning session and a hands-on activity session where there will be live animals to touch.
FREE
Altoona Public Library, 1303 Lynn Ave, Altoona 839-5029
Thursday, Jul. 22 • 6:30pm
The Pied Piper of Hamelin
Hamelin is overrun by rats! Find out what happens when the city calls in a Piper to solve their problems but don’t follow through on their promises. An enchanting tale with a lesson for all from the folks at Eau Claire Children's Theatre.
$5
The Oxford • Eau Claire • 839-8877 •
Sunday, Jul. 25 • 10:20am
Auto-B-Good FREE Summer Movies: Stage Fright
Featuring 9 animated cars and a supporting cast of over 50 other vehicles, this movie series keeps children entertained while teaching respect, consideration and confidence. See the movies and participate in fun activities too. Hosted by Fellowship, a multi-denominational Christian community.
FREE
Micon Cinemas • Chippewa Falls • 379-0888 • www.miconcinemas.com
Sunday, Jul. 25 • 5-8pm
Vacation Bible School: ReNew: The Green VBS
ReNew: The Green VBS is sponsored by the Menomonie United Methodist Church and First Congregational United Church of Christ. The theme for this year is "The Parable of the Sower" with a focus on taking care of the earth and having fun.
$18/child or $50/family • ages 3-5
420 Wilson Avenue, Menomonie 235-5838, 235-0654
Tuesday, Jul. 27 • 10-11:30am
Traveling Tuesday
River Source Family Center will be traveling to Bloomer North Park. We will meet at 9:30am at River Source Family Center or you can go directly to Bloomer North Park at 10am.
FREE
Bloomer North Park, North Park, Bloomer 720-1841
Tuesday, Jul. 27 • 1-3pm
Recycled Regatta
Get ready for an adventure on the high seas! We’ll build boats out of regular household items, listen to some exciting nautical tales, then test out our boats for seaworthiness. Registration required, deadline: Jul. 27.
FREE • grades K-5
Bloomer Public Library, 1519 17th Ave., Bloomer 568-2384
Tuesday, Jul. 27 • 1:30-3pm
Children's Movie
A children's movie will be shown in the community room at the Altoona Public Library. Call for movie title.
FREE
Altoona Public Library, 1303 Lynn Ave., Altoona 839-5029
Wednesday, Jul. 28 • 10-11:30am
Time Travelers: Arthur & Adelaide Kohlhepp, Dairy Farmers
Learn how to milk a cow, watch a butter churning demonstration, pose for your milk mustache photograph then make a picture frame for it, and make and eat ice cream in a bag.
$5, $3 members • ages 6-12
Chippewa Valley Museum • Eau Claire • 834-7871 • www.cvmuseum.com
Wednesday, Jul. 28 • 11am-noon
Make a Splash: Preschool Stories and Crafts
Help develop your preschoolers literacy skills. Join us for songs, fingerplays, books, and crafts. Registration required.
FREE • ages 3-6
Bloomer Public Library, 1519 17th Ave, Bloomer 568-2384
Thursday, Jul. 29 • 9:30-10am
Nature's Music and Movement
Bond with your child and the natural world in a special way through music as we sing, move, rock and dance together.
$35
Little Bare Bottoms, 407 East Clairemont Avenue, Eau Claire, Eau Claire 514-2652 •
Thursday, Jul. 29 • 10am-4pm
Fall Creek Public Library: Make & Take Thursdays
Self-guided activities and crafts. Available 10am to 4pm (or when supplies are gone). Multiple activities each Thursday - sure to be something for everyone. Activities include My Own Sign Language Book, Scavenger Hunts, silly seashells, water cycle chart, posters, and more.
FREE
Fall Creek Public Library, 122 E Lincoln Ave, Fall Creek 877-3334
Thursday, Jul. 29 • 10-11:30am
Museum Explorers: History Detectives
Go on a real life history quest, examine artifacts from the museum's collection, play guessing games using clues from the past and enjoy a mystery snack.
$5, $3 members • ages 3-5
Chippewa Valley Museum • Eau Claire • 834-7871 • www.cvmuseum.com
Thursday, Jul. 29 • 10:15-11am
Sing Spanish on the Farm
Sing, play instruments, move, dance, and have fun while learning Spanish. Cost includes Anita Wahl's Spanish CD. Registration required.
$50, sibling discounts available • ages 1-10
Little Bare Bottoms, 407 East Clairemont Avenue, , Eau Claire 271-6098
Thursday, Jul. 29 • 1-4pm
Tween Days: Board Game-A-Palooza
Pick and choose from some classic board games and challenge your friends. We'll have a pile of different games for you to play: Taboo, Pictionary, Would You Rather...?, Monopoly, Worst Case Scenario Survival, and more.
FREE • grades 6-8
Bloomer Public Library, 1519 17th Ave, Bloomer 568-2384
Friday, Jul. 30 • 1-5pm
Pirates Plunge Splash Party
Parks and Rec Playground staff will be organizing a variety of land and water activities like soggy shirt relays, walking the plank, treasure hunt, and many other contests. An afternoon of music, games, and inflatable fun and entertainment. Fairfax bus will provide free transportation for this event.
$3.75 or season pass
Fairfax Pool • Eau Claire • 839-1680
Friday, Jul. 30 • 10:30pm-6am
All Night Skate and Dance
Skate all night and watch the sun come up when you're done. Bring a pillow in case you need to sleep in your parents' car or need something soft to rest your skating-related injuries on.
$15/no pizza; $17/with pizza • 15 and under
Hoffy's Skate America • Eau Claire • 832-6000 •
Saturday, Jul. 31 • 8am-3:30pm
Saturday Birth Basics & Newborn Care
For women (and their partners) in their seventh and eighth months of pregnancy whose schedules would not allow a multi-session class. Basic labor and delivery class to prepare the woman and her partner for birth plus basic newborn care instruction. Register two weeks prior.
$20
Third floor classroom across the street from Luther Midelfort at 1223 Bellinger St. 838-6767
Saturday, Jul. 31 • 11:30am-12:30pm
Ask the Pediatrician
Dr. Brent Johnson of Sacred Heart Pediatrics will answer and discuss health questions and concerns about your child.
FREE
Borders Books, 4030 Commonwealth, Eau Claire 832-2852
Sunday, Aug. 1 • 10:20am
Auto-B-Good FREE Summer Movies: Honesty
Featuring 9 animated cars and a supporting cast of over 50 other vehicles, this movie series keeps children entertained while teaching respect, consideration and confidence. See the movies and participate in fun activities too. Hosted by Fellowship, a multi-denominational Christian community.
FREE
Micon Cinemas • Chippewa Falls • 379-0888 • www.miconcinemas.com
Monday, Aug. 2 • 1-3:30pm
Teen Prize Auction
The winning talent from July's Annual Teen Talent Show will perform, plus professional auctioneer Jerry Andrews will add extra excitement to this year's prize auction. Bidding begins at 2pm.
• teens
L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library • Eau Claire • 839-1648 •
Tuesday, Aug. 3 • 10-11:30am
Traveling Tuesdays
River Source Family Center will be traveling to Carson Park. We will meet at 9:30am at River Source Family Center or you can go directly to Carson Park at 10am.
FREE
Carson Park, 101 Carson Park Dr., Eau Claire 720-1841
Tuesday, Aug. 3 • 11:15am-noon
Paint like Neo-Impressionist George Seurat
Children are invited to learn some fun facts about George Seurat and try their hand at painting just like him using the pointillism style. No registration needed.
FREE • ages 4+
Chippewa Falls Public Library • Chippewa Falls • (715) 723-1146
Tuesday, Aug. 3 • 1-3pm
Rain, Rain, Where Do You Go?
Dan Zerr, a water specialist with the UW Extension, will show us what happens to all the water after it rains. Then, we’ll make our own mini rain barrels to catch and re-use rainwater to help keep our lakes, rivers and streams clean. Registration required, deadline: Aug. 3.
FREE • grades K-5
Bloomer Public Library, 1519 17th Ave., Bloomer 568-2384
Tuesday, Aug. 3 • 5-7pm
National Night Out Playground Art Fair & Carnival
25 cent carnival games, dunk tank, snow cones, popcorn, inflatables, hotdogs, chips, soda, balloons, finger painting, music, and prizes.
FREE
Owen Park, 1st Ave., Eau Claire 839-5032
Thursday, Aug. 5 • 1-4pm
Tween Days: Rock Band
Grab an instrument and strike up the band. Join along as we rock out to classic rock and pop favorites on the PS2.
FREE • grades 6-8
Bloomer Public Library, 1519 17th Ave, Bloomer 568-2384
Thursday, Aug. 5 • 6-8pm
Positive Parenting
Especially for parents of toddlers and preschoolers, are you at a loss as to how to get cooperation? Is respect from your child hard to come by? Through positive parenting you will also learn how to boost your child's self-esteem. No CEUs. On-site childcare available at no charge. Register by Aug. 4.
FREE
River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841, 888-413-3400
Thursday, Aug. 5 • 6-7:30pm
Raising Responsible Children
Responsibility is a skill you can teach, it’s never too late to start. We will focus on problem solving, consequences, recognizing effective limits and more. Please call FRC to register. Registration required, deadline: Aug. 3.
FREE
Family Resource Center for Eau Claire County, 2105 Heights Drive, Eau Claire 833-1735
Saturday, Aug. 7 • 1:30pm
Robin Hood
Meet Robin Hood and his band of merry men in this musical version of the classic novel.
$5
The Oxford • Eau Claire • 839-8877 •
Sunday, Aug. 8 • 10:20am
Auto-B-Good FREE Summer Movies: Joyfulness
Featuring 9 animated cars and a supporting cast of over 50 other vehicles, this movie series keeps children entertained while teaching respect, consideration and confidence. See the movies and participate in fun activities too. Hosted by Fellowship, a multi-denominational Christian community.
FREE
Micon Cinemas • Chippewa Falls • 379-0888 • www.miconcinemas.com
Sunday, Aug. 8 • 5-8pm
Vacation Bible School: Baobab Blast!
Come join us under the Baobab tree to hear about God's Word. Crafts, games, science and many more activities will be provided. Supper served at 5pm.
FREE • 3-12 yrs
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 1120 Cedar St., Eau Claire 834-2959
Monday, Aug. 9 • 2-2:30pm
Beginner Dance Like a Pop Star
Students will learn the real moves to the songs sung by High School Musical, Hannah Montana and the Jonas Brothers.
$48, $36 members • ages 5-8
Eau Claire YMCA (Fitness Training Center), 700 Graham Ave., Eau Claire 836-8460 • www.eauclaireymca.org
Monday, Aug. 9 • 2-2:30pm
Beginner Dance Poms
Incorporates basic dance moves with energetic music and pom pons. Students will work on dance routines as a group, utilizing all dancers for visual effect. Pom Pons will be provided.
$48, $36 members • ages 3-6
Eau Claire YMCA (Fitness Training Center), 700 Graham Ave., Eau Claire 836-8460 • www.eauclaireymca.org
Monday, Aug. 9 • 3-3:45pm
Advanced Dance Like a Pop Star
Students will learn the real moves to the songs sung by High School Musical, Hannah Montana and the Jonas Brothers.
$48, $36 members • ages 8-13
Eau Claire YMCA (Fitness Training Center), 700 Graham Ave., Eau Claire 836-8460 • www.eauclaireymca.org
Monday, Aug. 9 • 4:15-5pm
Beginner Funk/Hip Hop Dance
This class incorporates basic hip hop moves with high energy music in a gradual progression. Students will learn fun and funky routines with individualized instruction.
$48, $36 members • ages 5-12
Eau Claire YMCA • Eau Claire • 836-8460 • www.eauclaireymca.org
Monday, Aug. 9 • 6-6:30pm
Beginner Ballet
This class will emphasize body placement and beginning technique. Proper ballet attire is required for this class.
$48, $36 members • ages 3-6
Eau Claire YMCA (Party Room), 700 Graham Ave., Eau Claire 836-8460
Monday, Aug. 9 • 6:45-7:15pm
Beginner Jazz
This class emphasizes body placement and beginning technique.
$48, $36 members • ages 3-6
Eau Claire YMCA • Eau Claire • 836-8460 • www.eauclaireymca.org
Tuesday, Aug. 10 • 10-11:30am
Traveling Tuesdays
River Source Family Center will be traveling to Hillcrest Elementary Playground. We will meet at River Source Family Center at 9:30am or you can go directly to Hillcrest Elementary at 10am.
FREE
Hillcrest Elementary School Playground, 1200 Miles Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841
Tuesday, Aug. 10 • 1-3pm
Tail Waggin' Fun
Stop by and munch on some “doggie treats” while we tell some of our favorite doggie tales. Afterwards, meet our special guest, Katie the dog. Katie is a certified therapy dog with Therapy Dogs International. For kids of all ages. Registration not required.
FREE
Bloomer Public Library, 1519 17th Ave, Bloomer 568-2384
Tuesday, Aug. 10 • 6-8pm
Importance of Rules & Routines
Children thrive in environments that provide consistent routines and firm rules with consequences. This workshop provides a basis for establishing these rules and routines and teaches parents and caregivers the positive impact they have. CEUs available. On-site childcare available at no charge. Register by Aug. 9.
FREE
River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841, 888-413-3400
Tuesday, Aug. 10 • 6-7pm
Making Family Meals a Breeze
Eating meals together as a family is an important ritual for families to have. Many find that meal time may be more stressful than they want it to be for a multitude of reasons. Join us for tips on meal planning, shopping, getting kids involved, recipe ideas, and solving some of those mealtime struggles we have with kids. Registration required by Aug. 9.
FREE
Family Resource Center for Eau Claire County, 2105 Heights Drive, Eau Claire 833-1735
Wednesday, Aug. 11 • 2-4pm
The Parenting Class
The Parenting Class will cover various general parenting topics in two hours. The class will cover anger management, communication, responsible children, discipline and routines. Please call FRC to register. Registration required, deadline: Aug. 9.
$10
Family Resource Center for Eau Claire County, 2105 Heights Drive, Eau Claire 833-1735
Wednesday, Aug. 11 • 7:30-9:30pm
The Mystery of Edwin Drood
Eau Claire Children's Theatre musical based on the unfinished novel by Charles Dickens. When the show stops half way through Act Two the audience goes through a series of votes to determine how the show ends – a different ending each night!
$15 • 839-8877
The Oxford • Eau Claire • 839-8877 •
Thursday, Aug. 12 • 12:30-3pm
Pokemon Summer Academy
Kids can show off their favorite characters on their Nintendo DS or GameBoy Advanced while viewing, battling, and trading characters the old-fashioned way via Pokemon cards. Bring your DS or GameBoy, cards, and a beverage of your choice. Pokemon enthusiasts will be decorating Pokeballs and eating pizza, and if you're lucky, you'll be able to play "Pokemon Battle Revolution" on Wii. Register by August 10.
• ages 8-13
Chippewa Falls Public Library • Chippewa Falls • (715) 723-1146
Thursday, Aug. 12 • 6pm
Modern Cloth Diapering 101 @ Punkerdoops Diapers
Come to learn more about the economical, environmental, and health benefits to cloth diapering from an expert. See, feel, and try out a variety of cloth diapers, baby carriers, and other natural baby and mama products. Find out how easy using cloth diapers can be and how they make a giant difference for the earth, your wallet, and your baby's health.
FREE • Amber@PunkerdoopsDiapers.com
Punkerdoops Diapers, 1135 Jensen Rd, Eau Claire 563-7388
Friday, Aug. 13 • 9:30-10am
Drop in Spanish with Music
Sing, play instruments, dance & have fun while learning Spanish.
$5 per family • ages 1-10
Little Bare Bottoms, 407 East Clairemont Avenue, Eau Claire 723-5751
Saturday, Aug. 14 • noon-4pm
Old Fashioned Family Fun Day
This inexpensive, all-inclusive day of family fun supports the renovation of the Hilkrest Rural School exhibit at the Rassbach Heritage Museum. Participate in candle making, mineral digs, fortune telling, treasure hunts, educational demonstrations, silent auction unique family-focused items, food and drinks from area restaurants and carriage rides through Wakanda Park.
$8 ages 12+, $5 ages 4-11, ages 3 and younger FREE
Russell J. Rassbach Heritage Museum • Menomonie • 232-8685
Saturday, Aug. 14 • 6:30-8:30pm
Back to School Swim Party
Area families are invited to a back to school swim party at the next Wellness ROCKS event. Swimming is a great way to get your kids excited about physical activity. Wellness ROCKS and Menomonie Area Aquatic Club (MAAC) will provide games, activities and prizes. Rrain date is 8/21. Registration required.
FREE
Wakanda Park, Pine Street, Menomonie 233-7464
Saturday, Aug. 14 • 6:30pm
RCU Kid's Club Luau
Swimming, snacks fun and games, all to keep the kids entertained.
FREE
Fairfax Pool • Eau Claire • 833-8111
Sunday, Aug. 15 • 10:20am
Auto-B-Good FREE Summer Movies: Cooperation
Featuring 9 animated cars and a supporting cast of over 50 other vehicles, this movie series keeps children entertained while teaching respect, consideration and confidence. See the movies and participate in fun activities too. Hosted by Fellowship, a multi-denominational Christian community.
FREE
Micon Cinemas • Chippewa Falls • 379-0888 • www.miconcinemas.com
Sunday, Aug. 15 • 1-1:45pm
Classical Ballet
This class specializes in the instruction of classical ballet from a trained professional ballet dancer. Proper Ballet attire is required for this class.
$48, $36 members • ages 5-12
Eau Claire YMCA (Fitness Training Center), 700 Graham Ave., Eau Claire 836-8460 • www.eauclaireymca.org
Sunday, Aug. 15 • 2-2:45pm
Dance Poms
This class incorporates basic dance moves with energetic music and pom poms. Students will work on dance routines as a group, utilizing all dancers for visual effect. Pom Pons will be provided.
$48, $36 members • ages 5-12
Eau Claire YMCA (Fitness Training Center), 700 Graham Ave., Eau Claire 836-8460 • www.eauclaireymca.org
Tuesday, Aug. 17 • 10-11:30am
Traveling Tuesday
River Source Family Center will be traveling to Irvine Park Fountain. We will meet at 9:30am at River Source Family Center or you can go directly to Irvine Park Fountain at 10am.
FREE
Irvine Park Fountain, Bridgewater Ave, Chippewa Falls 720-1841
Tuesday, Aug. 17 • 1-3pm
Wii Sports Tournament
Grab a controller and put on your game face! Go head-to-head with your friends and play Bowling, Fishing, Boxing, and many more on the Nintendo Wii game system provided by the Indianhead Federated Library System. For kindergarten through 5th grade. Registration is not required.
FREE
Bloomer Public Library, 1519 17th Ave, Bloomer 568-2384
Tuesday, Aug. 17 • 6-7pm
Teddy Bear Sleepover
Bring a stuffed animal friend for a special sleepover at the library. Hear stories, have a bedtime snack, sing, and make a craft with your stuffed friend. And the best part? They get to sleep over at the library. Come to Wednesday Storytime to hear stories, make a craft, and hear about your stuffed friend's midnight adventures. Every stuffed friend leaves with a journal and photo of the sleepover. Register in advance.
FREE
Fall Creek Public Library, 122 E Lincoln Ave, Fall Creek 877-3334
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
Thursday, Aug. 19 • 1-4pm
Tween Days: Buzz! The Hollywood Quiz
Fans of tinsel town pop culture will be challenged to test their trivia knowledge on over 5,000 questions spanning a number of topics including Hollywood’s greatest box office hits, hot celebrity insight and the lifestyle of Hollywood’s most glamorous stars.
FREE • grades 6-8
Bloomer Public Library, 1519 17th Ave., Bloomer 568-2384
Thursday, Aug. 19 • 7-8pm
Concussions in Youth Sports
Luther Midelfort Sports Medicine physician Dr. Doug Auleta and Neurology nurse practitioner Angie Oldenberg will be giving a presentation about concussions in youth sports. Topics include causes, signs and symptoms, preparation and prevention, what to do when a concussion is suspected and ImPACT testing.
FREE
Borders • Eau Claire • 832-2852 •
Saturday, Aug. 21 • 10am-noon
Beginning Drawing for Children
This is the ideal class for children to develop their knowledge of drawing. Jump starts their drawing skills regardless of their present ability level.
$30
School of the Arts • Menomonie • 235-0264
Sunday, Aug. 22 • 10:20am
Auto-B-Good FREE Summer Movies: Cleanliness
Featuring 9 animated cars and a supporting cast of over 50 other vehicles, this movie series keeps children entertained while teaching respect, consideration and confidence. See the movies and participate in fun activities too. Hosted by Fellowship, a multi-denominational Christian community.
FREE
Micon Cinemas • Chippewa Falls • 379-0888 • www.miconcinemas.com
Monday, Aug. 23 • 5-8pm
Danz Kraze Competition Team Training Week
Placement evaluation and training for the 2010-11 Danz Kraze Competition Teams. Registration required, deadline: Aug. 22.
$75 • ages 8-14
Danz Kraze studio in Banbury Place, 800 Wisconsin Street Building 4, Eau Claire 832-DANZ
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 •
Wednesday, Aug. 25 • 2-5:30pm
Kid's Health Day
Featuring free kids check-ups for school, posture evaluations, healthy snacks, scoliosis screenings, face painting and balloons. It's best to make appointments in advance, but walk-ins are welcome.
Health4Life Chiropractic, LLC • Altoona • 598-4954 • www.health4lifellc.com
Thursday, Aug. 26 • 5-7pm
End of Summer Picnic
Hosted by the River Source Family Center, join us in one last hurrah before school is back in session. Bring the entire family for a potluck style supper. River Source Family Center will provide a HI-C drink, hot dogs, and buns.
FREE
Irvine Park Pavillion, Irvine Park, Chippewa Falls 720-1841, 888-413-3400
Friday, Aug. 27 • 7pm
Altoona Scavenger Hunt Friday Family Fun Night
Bring your family and join us while we uncover places in Altoona. A fun fact and your next clue will be revealed at each destination. Mode of transportation is up to your family whether you want to ride in your car or ride your bikes. Sponsored by the Altoona Parks & Recreation Department.
$10/resident family; $15/non-resident family
9th St. W. and Garfield Ave. in 10th Street Park
Saturday, Aug. 28 • 8-10am
Eat Breakfast for Water
Join Cedarbrook Church at Applebee's for an all you can eat Pancake Breakfast. Proceeds will benefit Living Waters International and Cedarbrook's 2011 trip to drill a well in Honduras for a village in need.
• All ages
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar • Eau Claire • 831-1255 •
Saturday, Aug. 28 • 9am-3pm
Back 2 School Bash
Come for a day of fun at the old Salvation army store. We will have a waterside, bouncy house, games, and a rummage sale. The money made goes for The Salvation Army.
FREE
Old Salvation Army store, 3310 Miller Street, Eau Claire 834-1224
Saturday, Aug. 28 • 9am-6pm
Festival in the Pines
Arts and crafts exhibitors, great food, and games and rides for kids with live music and professional, family-oriented entertainers. Free petting zoo and beer garden.
$4 general, 11 and under free
Carson Park • Eau Claire • 552-5504 or (888) 611-7463
Saturday, Aug. 28 • 2-6pm
Shop Til You Rock
This back to school event features live rock music, prizes, freeze modeling, a gaming station and more.
Oakwood Mall • Eau Claire • 836-0044 •
Monday, Aug. 30 • 5-8pm
2010-11 Krazey Kick Off
Dance party & open house featuring balloon animals by Ozseeker the Clown. Register for the 2010-11 season and meet the coaches, plus costume sizing, shoe ordering, get a Parent Handbook, and dance.
FREE
Danz Kraze studio in Banbury Place, 800 Wisconsin Street Building 4, Eau Claire 832-DANZ
Wednesday, Sep. 1 • 10:30-11am
Preschool Story Hour
Thirty minutes of great stories, songs, and finger plays.
FREE • ages 3-5
Altoona Public Library • Altoona • 839-5029 •
Wednesday, Sep. 1 • 11:30am-12:30pm
River Source Family Center: 3 Yr Old Play & Learn
This group is open to 3 year olds and their parents. After children get settled, parents will leave the playgroup to connect with other parents and will be presented information on a number of topics including nutrition, behaviors,literacy, etc.
FREE
River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841
Thursday, Sep. 2 • 6-8pm
Raising Your Spirited Child
Is your child strong-willed, more intense or more demanding than the typical child? Join us to find creative ways to parent and understand your spirited child. Register in advance. On-site childcare available at no charge.
FREE
River Source Family Center • Chippewa Falls • 720-1841
Friday, Sep. 3 • 5-9pm
Oakleaf Family Friday Nights
Featuring large inflatables, a variety of sports balls, riding toys, games, popcorn at no charge, movies, and so much more.
Family of: two $7; three $10; four $12; five or more $15
Eau Claire Indoor Sports Center • Eau Claire • 552-1200 •
Tuesday, Sep. 7 • 9:30-11:30am
River Source Family Center: Play & Learn Playgroup
Play & Learn is a new form of playgroup. You and your child will enjoy a structured interactive learning activity for the first hour followed by a snack, free play time and a song and book. Come and experience learning through the eyes of your child
FREE
River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841
Tuesday, Sep. 7 • 10:30-10:50am
Toddler Tales
Twenty minutes of fast-paced stories and songs.
FREE • ages 1.5-2 years
Altoona Public Library • Altoona • 839-5029 •
Tuesday, Sep. 7 • 2-2:45pm
Fall Creek Public Library: Playgroup
On the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month, stop in. Registration recommended to guarantee enough supplies for everyone. Playgroup is loosely structured, allowing families to get to know one another, children to play and make things at their own pace, and to experience new games and friends. Activities geared for ages 3-6, but all youth and families are welcome.
FREE
Fall Creek Public Library, 122 E Lincoln Ave, Fall Creek 877-3334
Wednesday, Sep. 8 • 9:30-11am
Boyd Play & Learn
Come enjoy toys, books, crafts, snacks & friends.
FREE
Boyd Early Learning Center, Boyd, Boyd 720-1841
Wednesday, Sep. 8 • 10-10:45am
Fall Creek Public Library: Storytime
Registration recommended. Stories, fingerplays, songs, puppets, crafts, and more. Each week we’ll explore a different theme, such as dinosaurs, fingers and toes, and musical instruments. Storytime lasts 30-45 minutes. Activities are geared for 3-6 years old, but we welcome all ages and abilities.
FREE
Fall Creek Public Library, 122 E Lincoln Ave, Fall Creek 877-3334
Wednesday, Sep. 8 • 2-4pm
The Parenting Class
The Parenting Class will cover various general parenting topics in two hours. The class will cover anger management, communications, responsible children, discipline and routines. Please call FRC to register.
$10
Family Resource Center for Eau Claire County , 2105 Heights Drive, Eau Claire 833-1735
Thursday, Sep. 9 • 4-9pm
7th Annual Downtown Great Community Cookout
Featuring lots of kids activities, caricatures, locally prepared foods and desserts, adult beverages, an open class car show beginning 4pm, live music by Menomonie's Polly Baker, a street dance beginning at 6pm, plus a raffle for several prizes each worth hundreds of dollars.
4th Street, between Main Street and Wilson Ave., Menomonie
Thursday, Sep. 9 • 6-8pm
Fall/Winter Resource Fair
This event promotes community spring/summer activities to parents and youth. This your information center for organizations like Boy Scouts of America, Boys & Girls Club of the Greater Chippewa Valley, The Eau Claire Express, Eau Claire Children's Theatre, The L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library, and dozens more.
Hobbs Ice Arena • Eau Claire • 839-5032
Thursday, Sep. 9 • 7:30-9:30pm
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
The Tony Award-winning musical comedy follows six adolescent kids vying for the spelling championship of a lifetime.
$20 adults, $18 seniors, $8 youth/students
Grand Little Theater • Eau Claire • (715) 832-PLAY
Saturday, Sep. 11 • 9-11am
Wagner's Junior Bowling
Thanks to Wagner's Lanes, all bowlers' sanction fees will be paid, a $20 value. All bowlers will get a USBC Youth shirt. Come on out on one of the sign up dates to check out a great sport where no one rides the bench. Weekly coaching sessions available for ALL Junior Bowlers. Regular season starts September 25th.
shoes FREE; 3 games, $6.50 (sr, jr, prep); 2 games $4.50 (bantam); 1 game $2.50 (peewee) • ages 3-19
Wagner's Lanes, 2159 Brackett Ave, Eau claire 450-3321
Saturday, Sep. 11 • 1-4pm
Show Me Saturday: World War II Homefront
A salute to soldiers with games, crafts and activities for children five to eleven. Children will work with adult historians and write letters to American veterans during the workshop. Pre-registration required. Children may be dropped off during the workshop.
$10 kids • ages 5-11
Russell J. Rassbach Heritage Museum, 1820 Wakanda Street, Menomonie 232-8685
Sunday, Sep. 12 • 1-8pm
Dog & Pony Show
Join the Eau Claire County Humane Association and Legacy Farm for horsin' around at the Dog and Pony Show. Activities include the mechanical bull, kids infalatables, carriage and pony rides, a bonfire, silent auction, 50/50 cash raffle, live music by J.C. Colby, concessions, and a barn dance at 6:30pm.
$5 adults, $3 kids age 13-17
Legacy Farm, 7388 Lakeview Dr., Eau Claire 839-4747 Ext 25
Monday, Sep. 13 • 10:30-11:15am
River Source Family Center: Movin' & Groovin'
Each Movin' & Groovin' class is filled with discovery and adventure. You will witness your child's developmental evolution in language,listening, self-esteem, and musical awareness. Watch all of this happen in a nurturing environment filled with energy, imagination, and playful delight.
FREE
River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841
Tuesday, Sep. 14 • 6-8pm
Fun Night at the Museum
Drawing for door prizes. Scavenger hunts. Object Theater, "This Day" multimedia show viewings. Craft/Game making take-home activities. All exhibit galleries open for self-guided tours. Treats available for purchase in the Ice Cream Parlor. Please call FRC to register. Registration required, deadline: Sep. 13.
FREE for FRC members, friends, and families
Chippewa Valley Museum, 1204 Carson Park Dr, Eau Claire 833-1735
Tuesday, Sep. 14 • 6-7:15pm
Sibling Class
Open to brothers- and sisters-to-be ages 3-6 and their parents. The instructor will read a book with the children and encourage them to discuss feelings on becoming a big sibling, then they tour the BirthCenter. Children ages 7-11 are invited to tour the birthing facilities at 7pm the same evening and will also receive information on becoming a big sibling. Register in adv.
$10 one child, $15 two or more children
Third floor classroom across the street from Luther Midelfort at 1223 Bellinger St., Eau Claire 838-6767
Thursday, Sep. 16 • 8am-5pm
2010 Altoona Child Development Day
Child Development Day is designed for all children who live in the Altoona School District ages two and a half to three and a half. This program replaces the traditional kindergarten screening that has been done in the past, and includes a developmental screening for younger children.
FREE
Altoona Middle School, Upper Gym, 1903 Bartlett Ave, Altoona 832-5543
Thursday, Sep. 16 • 4:30-6pm
Mommy & Me: Eau Claire Apple Orchard
Enjoy the Eau Claire Apple Orchard Tour with your pre-school aged children. A light meal will be provided. Please call FRC to register. Registration required, deadline: Sep. 15.
FREE
Eau Claire Orchards, 6470 Balsam Rd, Eau Claire 833-1735
Friday, Sep. 17 • 8am-5pm
Here We Grow Again Children's Consignment Sale
Over 35,000 children's and teen items, including clothes, shoes, toys, books, baby and children's furniture, baby equipment, goody bags and more.
FREE
Eau Claire County Expo Center, Hwy 93 S, Hwy 93, S., Eau Claire 456-8543
Friday, Sep. 17 • 10-11am
To Pee or Not to Pee
Join us to discuss tips, tricks, and timing when it comes to potty training your child. Find out when you should start and how to go about it. Please call FRC to register. Registration required, deadline: Sep. 15.
FREE
Family Resource Center, 2105 Heights Drive, Eau Claire 833-1735
Friday, Sep. 17 • 5-9pm
Back-2-School Bash
The night will be filled with inflatables, DJ Entertainment, games, prizes, and OzSeeker the Clown will be on hand to do balloon characters. Free popcorn all night.
$3
Eau Claire Indoor Sports Center, 3456 Craig Rd., Eau Claire 552-1200
Saturday, Sep. 18 • 9-11:30am
Back to School Family Fun Day
Stop in anytime 9-11:30am; the Golden Trunk Players perform at 10am. Crafts, games, snacks, and a free raffle will also be available. This event is for all youth and their families.
FREE
Fall Creek Village Hall and Library, 122 E Lincoln Ave, Fall Creek 877-3334
Sunday, Sep. 19 • 11am-6pm
Fall Family Home Show
Featuring Be Safe. Be Ready. Family Safety Fair on Saturday.
Oakwood Mall • Eau Claire • 836-0044 •
Monday, Sep. 20 • 5:30-7pm
Date with Dad: T-ball
Dads or any significant male role model are invited to bring your pre-school age children to play t-ball at Owen Park. Dinner will be provided. Please call FRC to register. Registration required, deadline: Sep. 17.
FREE
Owen Park, 1st Ave., Eau Claire 833-1735
Monday, Sep. 20 • 6-8pm
S.M.A.R.T Parenting with Second Step
The Second Step curriculum, which is used by the BB4C program, will teach parents how to guide their children to be empathetic, problem solve, have impulse control, and use anger management skills at home and at play. Childcare is available on-site at no charge. Registration required, deadline: Sep. 17.
FREE • RiverSource@sbcglobal.net
River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841, 888-413-3400
Tuesday, Sep. 21 • 9:30-11:30am
Connell's Apple Orchard Field Trips
We will be traveling to Connell's Apple Orchard. You can meet at River Source Family Center at 9:30am. or you can go directly to Connell's at 10am.
$2.50 kids
River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841
Tuesday, Sep. 21 • 10-10:30am
Drop in Music & Movement
Children, birth - Age 5 experience the joy of music & movement together as you sing nursery rhymes & Spanish songs, bounce, play instruments, imitate tones, dance & have fun.
$5 per family
Little Bare Bottoms, 407 E Clairemont Ave, Eau Claire 723-5751
Tuesday, Sep. 21 • 6-7pm
Parents and Professionals Working Together for Children with Special Needs
Do you have concerns about the development of your child? Do you leave medical appointments or school meetings and wish you remembered to say something, or felt you weren’t heard or understood? Join this discussion to discuss effective communication and provide tips and tools to be ready for your next appointment or meeting. Registration required, deadline: Sep. 20.
FREE
Family Resource Center, 2105 Heights Drive, Eau Claire 833-1735
Tuesday, Sep. 21 • 7-8pm
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+
Altoona Public Library, 1300 Lynn Ave., Altoona 723-4546
Saturday, Sep. 25 • 7am-7pm
Paul Bunyan Flapjack Feed
Hosted by the Kiwanis Club of Eau Claire, this all-day, all-you-care-to eat meal includes pancakes, sausages, orange juice, coffee, and milk. Carry outs are available. Plus a silent auction of valuable items, a a Paul Bunyan look-alike and the infamous Pancake Man are slated to appear.
in advance: $6 adult, $3 under age 12; door prices: $7 adult, $3.50 under age 12
Memorial High School cafeteria, 2225 Keith St., Eau Claire
Saturday, Sep. 25 • 10:30am
Childrens Storytime featuring special guest, Katherine Schneider
Borders will be featuring special guest Katherine Schneider at our weekly childrens storytime. Katherine Schneider, a retired clinical psychologist and her Seeing Eye dog will read from Kathie's new children's book "Your Treasure Hunt: Disabilities and Finding Your Gold". She'll talk and answer questions about what it's like to live with a disability.
FREE
Borders Books, 4030 Commonwealth Ave., Eau Claire 832-2852
Thursday, Sep. 30 • 10:15-10:45am
Sing Spanish on the Farm
Anita Wahl, a bilingual music & movement instructor, uses a unique approach with instruments, dancing, ear training & lots of movement. Experience the joy of music & movement with your children, and learn Spanish together as well. No need to attend the whole session. Jump in any time. Registration required, deadline: Sep. 27.
$55, $35 Siblings • ages 1-5
Little Bare Bottoms, 407 E Clairemont Ave, Eau Claire 723-5751
Wednesday, Oct. 6 • 4-5pm
Infant Massage
This 3 week series provides great techniques for soothing, relaxing and bonding with your baby through simple touches. Registration required, deadline: Oct. 5.
FREE • RiverSource@sbcglobal.net
River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841, 888-413-3400
Thursday, Oct. 7 • 10-11am
Infant Massage
This 3 week series provides great techniques for soothing, relaxing and bonding with your baby through simple touches. Registration required, deadline: Oct. 6.
FREE • RiverSource@sbcglobal.net
River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841, 888-413-3400
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
Saturday, Oct. 9 • 10am-5pm
Indianhead Model Railroad Club Train Show
This is the 9th annual train show and sale, featuring operating layouts in several scales, vendors selling trains and railroad related items. Concessions available. Drawing for a train set at no cost.
$5 adults, $15 family
Eau Claire Indoor Sports Center, 3456 Craig Road, Eau Claire 559-0380
Saturday, Oct. 9 • 1-4pm
Show Me Saturday: Turn of the 20th Century
Games, arts, crafts and activities from the turn of last century for children five to eleven. The event highlight will be a tea party. Pre-registration required. Children may be dropped off during the workshop.
$10 kids • ages 5-11
Russell J. Rassbach Heritage Museum, 1820 Wakanda Street, Menomonie 232-8685
Tuesday, Oct. 12 • 9:30-11:30am
Hawkins Hollow Field Trip
We will be traveling to Hawkins Hollow. Meet at River Source Family Center at 9:30am or go directly to Hawkins Hollow at 10am.
$3 kids
River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841
Tuesday, Oct. 26 • 4:30-5:30pm
Grossology 101
Prepare yourself to be disgusted. Challenge yourself to smell, touch, eat, and make icky, sticky, yucky things. Everyone will go home with something gross. Please wear clothes that can get dirty. Registration required, deadline: Oct. 23.
FREE • ages 8-18
Fall Creek Public Library and Village Hall, 122 E Lincoln Ave., Fall Creek 877-3334
Friday, Oct. 29 • 3-5pm
Halloween Trick or Treating Downtown
Downtown businesses are giving out candy for Halloween. Expected attendence 1900 children. Experience downtown in an exciting new way which the family can enjoy.
FREE
Downtown Chippewa Falls, 514 North Bridge Street, Chippewa Falls 723-6661
Saturday, Oct. 30 • 11am-1pm
Fall-o-ween
Trick-or-Treating along Main Street at noon. Costumes are encouraged.
FREE
Downtown Menomonie busineses on Main St. 235-2666
Saturday, Oct. 30 • 3-5pm
Trick or Treating
Participating downtown Eau Claire businesses will be handing out candy, with some businesses featuring special activities. Come with your Halloween costume. Don't forget to visit West Grand Ave. too (across the footbridge). Children must be accompanied by an adult.
FREE
Downtown Eau Claire businesses; see website for full list of locations 839-4914
Thursday, Nov. 4 • 6-7pm
It's a Pajama Party
Wear your pajamas and bring a favorite stuffed animal "bedtime friend". Let us prepare your youngster for bedtime with Anna Dewdney's story Llama Llama Red Pajama. We'll read some good literature followed by some rhyming activities and literature extensions to enhance your child's reading ability. Get ready for some good old-fashioned Llama drama.
FREE
River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841
Friday, Nov. 5 • 7:30pm
If You Take a Mouse to School
Audiences know what happens when you give a mouse a cookie. Now find out what happens when you take a mouse to school. From exploding science experiments to disappearing soccer balls, there's never a quiet moment during this exciting day. Produced by the Eau Claire Children's Theatre.
$12 adults & seniors, $8 students & youth
The Oxford • Eau Claire • 839-8877 •
Wednesday, Nov. 10 • 6-8pm
Introduction to Special Education
This interactive workshop will help guide parents through the world of special need education. On-site childcare is available at no charge. Registration required, deadline: Nov. 9.
FREE • RiverSource@sbcglobal.net
River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841, 888-413-3400
Saturday, Nov. 13 • 9-11:30am
Holiday Crafting for Kids
Use a variety of materials including natural and/or recycled items. At this program, children will make simple ornaments and decorations for the upcoming holidays. Activities are suitable for school age children. Registration required, deadline: Nov. 10.
$8 kids, $6 members • ages 4-10
Beaver Creek Reserve, S1 Cty Rd K, Fall Creek 877-2212 Ext 101
Tuesday, Nov. 16 • 5:30-7pm
Shaken Baby Syndrome Prevention Training: Provider Training Only
We know babies cry. Now find out how to prevent potential life threatening situations. Registration required, deadline: Nov. 15.
FREE • RiverSource@sbcglobal.net
River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841, 888-413-3400
Thursday, Nov. 18 • 6-8pm
Baby Sign Language
Learn basic signing skills to help you better communicate with your older infant and younger toddler to encourage language development. On-site childcare is available at no charge. Registration required, deadline: Nov. 17.
FREE • RiverSource@sbcglobal.net
River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841, 888-413-3400
Tuesday, Nov. 30 • 6-7pm
Basic Skills for Reading Readiness
Come and learn with your child. This interactive workshop will help you gain hands-on skills in helping your child begin to read. This workshop is free, but registration is required. On-site childcare is available at no charge.
FREE • RiverSource@sbcglobal.net
River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841, 888-413-3400
Wednesday, Dec. 1 • 6-8pm
Well Balanced Child
Is your child overscheduled? It's time to find balance between reaching goals and recognizing stress in children and adolescents. On-site childcare is available at no charge. Registration required, deadline: Nov. 30.
FREE • RiverSource@sbcglobal.net
River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841, 888-413-3400
Monday, Dec. 6 • 6-8pm
Is Your Child a Target of Bullying?
This presentation offers easy-to-understand,common-sense suggestions that are sure to inform and encourage families as they address bullying issues. On-site childcare is available at no charge. Registration required, deadline: Dec. 2.
FREE • RiverSource@sbcglobal.net
River Source Family Center, 403 High St., Chippewa Falls 720-1841, 888-413-3400
Tuesday, Dec. 7 • 6-7:30pm
Parents' Night Out
Need more time to get ready for the holidays? Allow us to help. While you are out shopping, wrapping, baking, and resting, your children are safe at the library playing games, decorating cookies, and helping the library get ready for the holidays. Please let us know if your child has any food allergies. Registration required, deadline: Dec. 5.
FREE • grades 2+
Fall Creek Public Library and Village Hall, 122 E Lincoln Ave, Fall Creek 877-3334
Saturday, Dec. 18 • 9am-4pm
Free Christmas
Free Christmas gives families who may not be able to otherwise afford to buy gifts for their children the opportunity to find great presents at no cost. Parents will be able to select 1-2 free gifts for each child and have them wrapped on-site. Donations of new or gently used children's toys and games, for all ages, are welcome.
FREE
River Source Family Center, 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls 720-1841
Ongoing Events
Event Ends: Sunday, Feb. 21
Check with venue for hours.
Dinosaur Dig!
Art activity of the week: Put together a terrible T-REX in the Art Studio. All week: Paint a dinosaur with watercolors, identify dinosaur toys, and practice those lacing skills in the Activity Room. Special Events: Tues.-Sat. 11:15am-12:15pm and Tues.-Sun. 2:30-3:30pm, dig, pound, scratch, & pry away to discover buried dinosaur fossils.
$5 • 1+
Children's Museum of Eau Claire • Eau Claire • 832-KIDS • www.cmec.cc
Event Ends: Sunday, Feb. 28
Check with venue for hours.
For the Birds!
February is national bird feeding month. Art activity of the Week: Make a bald eagle craft. All week: Glue some robin eggs into a paper nest, go bird watching, and build a paper ostrich. Tues.-Sat. 11:15am-12:15pm & Tues.-Sun. 2:30-3:30pm, Build a frosted bagel bird feeder.
$5 • 1+
Children's Museum of Eau Claire • Eau Claire • 832-KIDS • www.cmec.cc
Event Ends: Sunday, Mar. 7
Check with venue for hours.
In Like a Lion
Art activity of the week: Create a paper lion craft in the Art Studio. All week: Be on the lookout for wild animals at the toddler park safari, palm tree leaf stamping, and paint a CMEC safari leader with water colors. Tues-Sat 11:15am-12:15pm and Tues-Sun 2:30-3:30pm, paint "palm" trees.
$5 • 1+
Children's Museum of Eau Claire • Eau Claire • 832-KIDS • www.cmec.cc
Event Ends: Sunday, Mar. 14
Check with venue for hours.
Creepy Crawlies!
Art activity of the week: Make a spider with squiggly legs in the Art Studio. All week: Decorate a paper snake with markers, play with creepy crawlies in our sandbox, and make a mouse craft in the activity room. Tues-Sat 11:15am-12:15pm and Tues-Sun 2:30-3:30pm, build a hanging spider with plates and yarn.
$5 • 1+
Children's Museum of Eau Claire • Eau Claire • 832-KIDS • www.cmec.cc
Event Ends: Friday, May. 21
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Little Bare Bottoms Arts & Crafts: 2-4 Years
This structured class allows your child to make a different art project each week. Six week classes Mar. 26-Apr. 30 and May 21-June 25. Call for event times.
$60, members $54
Little Bare Bottoms • Eau Claire • 514-2652 •
Event Ends: Sunday, Apr. 4
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Spring is Coming!
Art activity of the week: Create a paper flower garden in the Art Studio! All week: Make a robin's nest with blue eggs, make leaf rubbings and paint a rainbow with watercolors. Tues.-Sat. 11:15am-12:15pm and Tues.-Sun. 2:30-3:30pm: Magic Door Hangers- Scratch away at these special door hangers to reveal their secret.
• ages 1+
Children's Museum of Eau Claire • Eau Claire • 832-KIDS • www.cmec.cc
Event Ends: Sunday, Apr. 11
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Beautiful Butterflies!
Art activity of the week: Make a coffee filter butterfly. All week: Decorate a paper caterpillar, paint a butterfly with watercolors, and make a butterfly rubbing with crayons. Tues.-Sat. 11:15am-12:15pm and Tues.-Sun. 2:30-3:30pm: Build & decorate a clothespin butterfly.
• ages 1+
Children's Museum of Eau Claire • Eau Claire • 832-KIDS • www.cmec.cc
Event Ends: Sunday, Apr. 18
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Flippin' Frogs!
Art Activity of the Week: Create a paper frog craft. All week: Make a paper fly, do some frog stamping, plus froggy coloring & activity sheets. Tues.–Sat. 11:15am-12:15pm and Tues.-Sun. 2:30-3:30pm, paint a tree frog.
Children's Museum of Eau Claire • Eau Claire • 832-KIDS • www.cmec.cc
Event Ends: Sunday, Apr. 25
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Let's Go to the Circus
Art activity of the week: Build an elephant using paper shapes. All week: Get your favorite circus animal “tattooed” on your hand or arm, create a silly circus hat with border strips, cutouts and pipe cleaners, and make a cotton candy watercolor painting. Tues.-Sat. 11:15am-12:15pm and Tues.-Sun. 2:30-3:30pm, make a clown mask with crazy hair and a hat.
Children's Museum of Eau Claire • Eau Claire • 832-KIDS • www.cmec.cc
Event Ends: Saturday, May. 1
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The Choosing of a May Queen
Looking for a May Queen! The May Queen is the lucky girl who will be selected at random from registrants at Phoenix Park before the start of the people-powered May Day Parade. Her duty is to walk at the front of the parade and to start the May Day celebration. Please stop at Eclectica on Grand, 4 Seasons Florist, or That’s Adorable to register before May. 1.
FREE • ages 11-13
Eclectica, 4 Seasons, & That's Adorable, 106 & 117 West Grand Avenue, and 129 N. Barstow Street, Eau Claire 834-7811
Event Ends: Sunday, May. 9
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Happy Mother's Day!
Art activity of the week: Create a box of chocolates using paper shapes. All week: Make some colorful flowers for Mom with tissue circles and pipe cleaners, create a Mother's Day card and decorate it, and paint a flower bouquet with watercolors. Tues-Sat 11:15-12:15pm and Tues-Sun 2:30-3:30pm: Mother's Day bracelets.
Children's Museum of Eau Claire • Eau Claire • 832-KIDS • www.cmec.cc
Event Ends: Sunday, May. 23
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Let's Go Camping!
Art activity of the week: Build a camp fire. All week, make a pine tree collage, paint a silly raccoon with watercolors and learn about animal tracks. Tues.–Sat. 11:15am-12:15pm and Tues.-Sun. 2:30-3:30pm: Oobleck! Is it a liquid or a solid? It’s fun to play with.
Children's Museum of Eau Claire • Eau Claire • 832-KIDS • www.cmec.cc
Event Ends: Saturday, May. 29
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Little Patriots!
Art activity of the week: Paint an American flag in honor of Memorial Day. All week, make a patriotic collage with paper stars & stripes, color a flag you can wave and create a paper Statue of Liberty. Tues.–Sat. 11:15am-12:15pm & Tues.-Sun. 2:30-3:30pm, build a wind sock with paper plates and streamers.
Children's Museum of Eau Claire • Eau Claire • 832-KIDS • www.cmec.cc
Event Ends: Saturday, Jun. 5
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Yummy Fruits & Vegetables!
Art activity of the week: Create a paper potato person. All week, make a fruit salad collage, play a fruit & veggie sorting game and paint an apple orchard with watercolors. Tues.–Sat., 11:15am-12:15pm & 2:30-3:30pm, apple stamping. Paint a picture using an apple as a paintbrush.
Children's Museum of Eau Claire • Eau Claire • 832-KIDS • www.cmec.cc
Event Ends: Saturday, Jun. 19
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Altoona Public Library's 2010 Teen Summer Reading Program
Sign up for the teen summer reading program, June 14-19, at the library. The five-week program runs June 21-July 24. Participants receive a reading record to keep track of the hours they spend reading. Additional sign-ups required for those interested in attending book club or any of the workshops.
Free • ages 12-18
Altoona Public Library, 1303 Lynn Ave, Altoona 839-5029
Event Ends: Friday, Jul. 16
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Wisconsin Youth Success Program FREE Summer Camp
Registration begins Monday, April 12, 8am -4pm by phone. Activities include lifetime sports skills, educational components, ropes course and swimming. Participants receive breakfast and lunch each day plus a free medical and dental exam. Transportation provided to students in the EC and Altoona school districts. Registration required, deadline: Jun. 15.
FREE, donations accepted • ages 10-16
UW-Eau Claire Campus, 105 Garfield Ave Hilltop Recreation Center, Eau Claire 836-3377
Event Ends: Friday, Jul. 2
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Baseball Trivia Contest
Trivia questions are organized by age group (6-9, 10-13, 14+). Come to the Youth Services desk to pick up your trivia card, answer four questions to an Eau Claire Express baseball home game ticket and raffle prizes. One contest entry per person.
FREE • ages 6-18
L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library • Eau Claire • 839-5007 •
Event Ends: Saturday, Jun. 26
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Fun in the Sun
Art activity of the week: Create a paper plate sun craft. All week, make a beach collage, build a paper ice cream cone and create a paper sunflower with pipe cleaners and eye stickers. Tues-Sat 11:15am-12:15pm and Tues-Sun 2:30-3:30pm, shaving cream painting.
Children's Museum of Eau Claire • Eau Claire • 832-KIDS • www.cmec.cc
Event Ends: Saturday, Jul. 24
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Yaaarrrrrr Maties!
Art activity of the week, create a paper pirate ship. All week, make a parrot out of paper shapes, build a treasure chest and follow the treasure map. Tues.-Sat. 11:15am-12:15pm and 2:30-3:30pm, build a boat using cups & plates that can float.
museum admission required
Children's Museum of Eau Claire • Eau Claire • 832-KIDS • www.cmec.cc
Event Ends: Saturday, Jul. 31
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Yummy Ice Cream
Art activity of the week: Build an ice cream truck. All week, make a banana split collage, stack a paper ice cream cone with foam sprinkles, and paint a yummy sundae with watercolors. Tues.-Sat. 11:15am-12:15pm & 2:30-3:30pm, decorate your frame with puzzle shapes, markers & foam pieces.
museum admission required
Children's Museum of Eau Claire • Eau Claire • 832-KIDS • www.cmec.cc
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
Event Ends: Saturday, Aug. 7
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Dinosaur Dig
Art activity of the week: Put together a terrible T-Rex. All week, paint a dinosaur with watercolors, identify dinosaur toys, plus practice those lacing skills with dinosaur lacing. Tues.–Sat. 11:15am-12:15pm & and 2:30-3:30pm, dig, pound, scratch, & pry away to discover buried dinosaur fossils and maybe something else.
FREE with museum admission • ages 1+
Children's Museum of Eau Claire • Eau Claire • 832-KIDS • www.cmec.cc
Event Ends: Saturday, Aug. 14
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Let's Go to the Circus
Art activity of the week: Build an elephant using paper shapes. All week, get your favorite circus animal “tattooed” on your hand or arm, create a silly circus hat with border strips, cutouts and pipe cleaners, make a tiger mask with pipe cleaner whiskers. Tues.–Sat. 11:15am-12:15pm & 2:30-3:30pm, make a cotton candy-shaped marshmallow mosaic.
FREE with museum admission • 1+
Children's Museum of Eau Claire • Eau Claire • 832-KIDS • www.cmec.cc
Event Ends: Saturday, Aug. 21
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Outback Safari
Art activity of the week: Make a paper kangaroo. All week, go on a walkabout, find hidden animals throughout CMEC and play with wild animal toys, and RRROOOAARR! Read books about Australia’s most famous wild animals. Tues.–Sat. 11:15am-12:15pm & 2:30-3:30pm, decorate a real boomerang with markers.
Children's Museum of Eau Claire • Eau Claire • 832-KIDS • www.cmec.cc
Event Ends: Sunday, Aug. 29
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Win the Big Race
Art activity of the week: Build a paper duck. All week, read books about different kinds of ducks, guide your duck down the river in our ducky race maze, and learn about marshlands and draw a landscape. Tues.–Sat. 11:15am-12:15pm & 2:30-3:30pm, build a duck and attach fun colorful feathers with glue.
Children's Museum of Eau Claire • Eau Claire • 832-KIDS • www.cmec.cc
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Saturday, Sep. 11, 2010 5th Annual Fall FestivalThis years event will benefit the Eau Claire Children's Theatre. We will donate $1 from every bottle... • Autumn Harvest Winery 19947 Cty Hwy J, Chippewa Falls |
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Saturday, Sep. 18, 2010 International Fall FestivalDowntown Eau Claire will host entertainters, musicians, vendors, and much, much more. Parade of nat... FREE admission • |
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Great show. DV did Eau Claire proud, as always. Thanks to the House of Rock...
Nesbit
08/18/10
from event: Relapse Recording Artist: Rumpelstiltskin Grinder + Desolatevoid + Nailed Shut + Purge the Woods
FYI: Our event was named "Blues On The Chippewa" because it will eventually...
bearcreekdan
08/16/10
from event: 3rd Annual Blues on the Chippewa
The Chippewa was two blocks away from the park. On another note, it is amazing to see Blues to grow every year. Hopefully next year has even people.
Mr_bip9
08/13/10
from event: 3rd Annual Blues on the Chippewa
It was AWESOME!
uwec10
08/11/10
from event: "Tri" Eau Claire- Run/Row/Ride
NOT "on the Chippewa"
dlgutkow
08/08/10
from event: 3rd Annual Blues on the Chippewa
The show was fantastic; Downers has been hard at work!
Neighbor Dave
07/15/10
from event: Downers Grove + Lucas K & The Cool Hand Saints
Hey, I was one of those 2 guys! Anyway, sorry to disappoint you, we did ha...
Cory
07/09/10
from event: Flea Market
This was NOT a flea market. My girlfriend and I drove all the way to Cadott to find a tent and two guys selling fireworks and overpriced purses.
Amy
07/07/10
from event: Flea Market