Music

Thursday, Jul. 8

63rd Annual Gilmanton Free Fair

Annual community festival with carnival, games, softball, pageant, talent show, BBQ cook-off, parade, chicken, nightly bands, tractor pulls, chainsaw carvings and more. If needed, check venue for hours.

FREE admission

Gilmanton Fair Grounds, Larson Road, Gilmanton 495-2959

 Kids

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

 Uncategorized

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 7:30am

Baby/Toddler Item Sale

We have lots of baby/toddler items, all in great condition and priced right. We sadly enough lost our precious son a week shy of his third birthday due to epilepsy and other complications and so all sales are being used to be placed towards a scholarship that we are creating to help carry on our son's beautiful name and memory.

FREE

2815 Kohlhepp Road (Get to Folsom, then to Preston, then to Kohlhepp), Eau Claire 552-1588

 Education

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 8am-noon

Cardiovascular Screening

This screening will help determine your risk for a heart attack and vascular disease and includes total cholesterol and HDL, blood sugar, blood pressure, ABI, BMI, waist/hip ratio, and an exercise evaluation. Personal explanation and a packet of educational information will be provided. If needed, follow-up care will be provided. Call no later than two days before the screening.

FREE

Luther Midelfort Cardiac Center, third floor, 1400 Bellinger St. 838-5672

 Music  Visual Art  Food & Drink  Recreation

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 9-midnight

Northern Wisconsin State Fair

The 113th edition of the Northern Wisconsin State Fair features hands-on educational experiences and traditional competitive agricultural exhibits. Check out the Draft Horse Show or any of the Junior and Open class animal shows, Midway rides and fair food. Main Stage acts include Rick Springfield, Phil Vassar, Chris Young and The Guess Who. Sunday features lawn mower racing and the antique tractor parade.

Adults $7, Kids 6-11 $3, Kids Under 5 Free

Northern Wisconsin State Fairgrounds, 331 Jefferson Ave, Chippewa Falls 723-2861

 Education

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 9am-4pm

Whats in the Water?

See contact info for event details.

$35, $30 members

Beaver Creek Reserve • Fall Creek • (715) 877-2212‎

 Education

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 9:30-11:30am

Computer Level One

For the person with little experience or in need of a refresher course. Include basic computer components & operations, intro to Word, Notepad, organizing files & folders, email & Internet. If no computer experience, consider taking Pre-Level One class first. Register a week in advance.

$30 members, $45 nonmembers

L.E. Phillips Senior Center • Eau Claire • 839-4909 • www.lephillipsseniorcenter.com

 Kids

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 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 •

 Kids

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 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

 Uncategorized

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 10am-5pm

Second Hand Treasures Rummage Sale

Held in the Mabel Tainter parking lot.

FREE

Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts, 205 Main Street E, Menomonie, WI 235-0001 Ext 2

 Education  Recreation

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 10-11am

Shallow Water Aerobics

All classes will provide 35 -45 minutes of cardiovascular exercise and 20-15 minutes of stretching and strength training exercises.

$3.75 day pass, FREE to season pass holders

Fairfax Pool • Eau Claire • 839-5032

 Kids

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 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

 Kids

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 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 •

 Kids

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 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 •

 Food & Drink

Thursday, Jul. 8 • noon-5:30pm

Chippewa Falls Main Street Farmers Market

26 vendors offer fresh, locally produced flowers, fruits, vegetables, eggs, baked goods, sauces, meat, and more.

Intersection of Bridge and River streets, Chippewa Falls 723-7858

 Food & Drink

Thursday, Jul. 8 • noon-5pm

Eau Claire Downtown Farmers Market

Seasonal, locally grown vegetables and fruits, plus baked goods, dairy products, meat, honey, maple syrup, flowers, art, coffee, and more.

Phoenix Park pavillions, corner of Madison and Riverfront Terrace, Eau Claire

 Education

Thursday, Jul. 8 • noon-1pm

Women's Business Network Meeting

Christina Thrun of Big Brothers/Big Sisters will be present on Market Research.

FREE

Western Dairyland Office, 418 Wisconsin St., Eau Claire 836-7511 Ext 171

 Words  Kids

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 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

 Education

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 1:30-3:30pm

Advance Digital Photography

By using advanced camera settings, learn to improve photo quality, proper lighting, skills at creative picture taking, and dark room techniques with a computer. Register at least one week in advance.

$22.50, $15 members

L.E. Phillips Senior Center • Eau Claire • 839-4909 • www.lephillipsseniorcenter.com

 Kids

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 •

 Uncategorized

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 3-8pm

Ladies Night Out

Tonight, round up your girlfriends. While you shop, consider taste-testing some great food (and beverages).

FREE

Participating downtown businesses, Menomonie 235-2666

 Nightlife

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 4pm-1am

90'S NiGHT @ FRiDAY'S

Every Thursday is 90'S night with 90's music, apparel, and trivia starting at 9pm. Enjoy drink specials & pay for only 90% of your food! Spend more than $9 & bring receipt to Brothers for a free drink.

Free • 21+

T.G.I. FRiDAYS • Eau Claire • 830-1424 •

 Education

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 4:30-5:30pm

Rep. Jeff Smith Open Meetings

Representative Jeff Smith (D-Eau Claire) will be holding regular office hours in his district to give constituents an easy and accessible way to share their opinions on legislative topics. No appointment necessary to meet with Rep. Smith.

Free

Brackett Tavern, 9150 Beaver Creek Rd , Fall Creek (888) 534-0093

 Nightlife

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 5-8pm

Infinitea Game Night

Every Thursday, Infinitea Teahouse is the place to go for a rousing game of Scrabble or Settlers of Catan. Card games available as well. A rotation of tournaments is certain to produce well-rewarded winners and disgruntled losers. Come down with some friends, or come alone to play some strangers in a game of words and wit.

FREE • all ages

Infinitea Teahouse, 112 East Grand Ave, Eau Claire 514-1975

 Education

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 6-9pm

ABC's of Business Ownership

Three-part series. Participants work on their business idea. July 8th: Are you Ready? Legal structure, permits, business plan, and feasibility. July 15th: Business Marketing, identifying customers, market research, and marketing to customers. July 22nd: Creating Financials, Managing cash, profit/loss and cash flow projections, and options for financing. Register online or by phone. Registration required.

$45

Western Dairyland Office, 418 Wisconsin St. , Eau Claire 836-7511 Ext 171

 Education

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 6-6:30pm

Health 101

Dr. Austin Erickson, DC offers a class on the basics of healthy living. Topics will include Sleep, Diet, Excercise, Staying Hydrated and the role of attitude in health.

FREE

Erickson Chiropractic Clinic, 2722 London Road, Eau Claire 514-2701

 Visual Art

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 6pm

High School Art Show Artists Reception

Artwork by the students of Altoona, Eau Claire Memorial, Eau Claire North, and Regis high schools.

FREE • all ages

Eau Claire Regional Arts Center • Eau Claire • 832-2787 •

 Kids

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

 Visual Art

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 6-7:30pm

Reception: High School Art Show

Artwork by the students of Altoona, Eau Claire Memorial, Eau Claire North and Regis high schools. Exhibition runs June 26-July 31.

FREE

Eau Claire Regional Arts Center • Eau Claire • 832-2787 •

 Kids

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

 Nightlife

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 6-8pm

Texas Hold'Em Poker Night

Try your "hand" at Texas Hold'Em and perhaps qualify for a trip to the World Series!

• 21+

Hallie Bar & Grill • Hallie • 861-3870

 Music

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 6-8:30pm

V1 Sounds Like Summer Concert Series: Sue Orfield Band + QuinnElizabeth + Wintertime Carousel

Join your family, friends, and neighbors on the grass and giant rocks at the Phoenix Park labyrinth for a concert with the Chippewa River and evening sunset as the backdrop. Bring a blanket, some snacks or beverages, and enjoy the local scene and sounds. The blues-meets-stomping folk rock band QuinnElizabeth and the cool, jazzy and groovy melodies of the saxophone-fronted Sue Orfield Band play the labyrinth stage today.

FREE

Phoenix Park, Downtown Eau Claire 554-0457

 Kids

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 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 •

 Words

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 6:30-8pm

Summer Book Study

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

FREE

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

 Kids

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

 Music

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 7-8pm

Colfax Music in the Park - Dale Martell

Dale Martell, a St. Croix Valley musician, performs old time, country bluegrass and contemporary music and sings, plays fiddle, mandolin and guitar. He will also do a show for children at the Colfax Public Library before the park concert.

FREE

Tower Park, Main Street, Colfax 962-3903, 962-4334

 Music

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 7-8pm

Good Neighbor Day feat. Magic Mama

Celebrate Good Neighbor Day with your neighbor in Cadott. Magic Mama performs organic hip hop and world beats for all ages. Bring a picnic blanket and your empty cheese puff bags.

FREE

Riverview Park, 331 N. Main St., Caddott 289-4950

 Music

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 7-8:30pm

Music Over Menomin: Jayson Collins Sextet

The Jay Collins Sextet is a high energy jazz group playing through a mix of joyful and eclectic tunes. The band will be playing a variety of funk, swing and soul written by Stevie Wonder, Cannonball Adderley, and Pink Martini to name a few. Be on guard for spontaneous smiling and dancing.

FREE

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

 Nightlife

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 7pm

Red Zone Sports Bar: Trivia Contest + DJ & Karaoke w. JME

Trivia contest, individuals or teams of up to four. Three rounds of trivia 8-11pm. Prizes given for winner(s) of each round. DJ and karaoke between rounds 7pm-midnight.

FREE • 21+

Red Zone Sports Bar, 2071 S. Praire View Rd, Lake Hallie 726-3030

 Nightlife

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 7-9pm

Stout Alehouse: Team Trivia

First through third teams win substantial bar cash. Get a FREE answer for each night's game and sign up FREE for the state league for at teamtrivia.com. Get there early to stake out your spot. Some locations offer a FREE pitcher at half time for "Best Team Name".

Stout Ale House • Menomonie • 233-3333 •

 Nightlife

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 7pm-1am

Tailgates: D.J. Shawnzilla Karaoke

D.J. Shawnzilla Karaoke starts early and ends late. Join in the fun each and every Thursday.

Free • 21+

Tailgates, 1505 N. Clairemont Ave., Eau Claire 552-1733

 Education

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 7-9pm

WomenSpirit

Worship experience celebrating the Divine Feminine. Inviting all, men and women, to name and claim our full humanity, and claiming the Divine Feminine in our lives and in the world. Born from the Judeo-Christian tradition and engaging interfaith resources. Sponsored by: Sabbath Way, LLC.

FREE

Hosted by: Hope United Methodist Church, 2233 Golf Road, Eau Claire, WI 832-9639

 Nightlife

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 7:30-11:30pm

Attitude x 2 DJ Show & Karaoke

Enjoy a night out at the Barley Club.

The Barley Club at Pine Meadow • Eau Claire • 831-9224

 Nightlife

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 7:30-11:30pm

Barley Club: Live DJ

Check out the Barley Club's new live DJ show.

The Barley Club at Pine Meadow • Eau Claire • 831-9224

 Music

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 7:30-8:30pm

Eau Claire Municipal Band

Relax under the shade of a big old elm or a towering maple and take in the sounds as some of the Chippewa Valley's most versatile musicians share their vast repertoire of all-time favorites. Tonight's guest act: the Jugglenauts, a family of jugglers led by North High School social studies teacher Jim Jeffries.

FREE

Sarge Boyd Bandshell, Owen Park, 501 First Ave., Eau Claire 834-9715

 Stage  Kids

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 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 •

 Education  Recreation

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 7:30-8:30pm

Zumba Fitness Class

Zumba with Level 2 Instructor Jean Dreger includes Samba, Tango, Flamenco, Bellydance, Merengue, Hip Hop, Cumbia, Salsa, Reggaeton and more. The first class is free. Wednesdays at 6pm at Christ Church Cathedral, 510 South Farwell Street. For info, call 835-6550 or email jtweety@centurytel.net.

$5/class, $40/10 class punch card

Christ Church Cathedral, 510 S. Farwell St., Eau Claire

 Stage

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 8-10pm

Always… Patsy Cline

This musical tribute is complete with down home country humor and many of Patsy's unforgettable hits such as Crazy, I Fall to Pieces, Sweet Dreams and Waking After Midnight. There's 27 songs in all. The show was inspired by Cline's letters to a fan, which she always signed "Love ALWAYS... Patsy Cline.”

$39.99-$42.99 dinner and show; $29.99 show only; group and student discounts available

Fanny Hill • Eau Claire • 836-8184 •

 Education  Recreation

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 8:15-9:15pm

Brazilian Zumba

Experience authentic latin zumba flavor by Brazilian level two zumba instructor Sanny Jones. Classes include 10 minute floor workouts and the Thursday class features kickboxing mixed in with yoga. No registration necessary.

$6 for one class, $50 for a 10-class punch card

123 Graham Ave., Eau Claire 514-8155

 Music

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 9pm

BluePrint (of Rhymesayers) + Fathom + Wolfpact + K-Way + MeAndYouCrew

The House of Rock presents a night of hip-hop featuring Blueprint, a rap/electronica musician from Columbus, OH, alongside local hip hop acts Fathom and K-Way. MeAndYouCrew from Fargo, ND will also take the stage.

$5 • 21+

Eau Claire House of Rock • Eau Claire • 838-0158 •

 Nightlife

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 9pm-midnight

Country Jam Ticket Giveaway with D.J Ham Gravy

Country Jam Ticket Giveaway and cash Pot Karaoke with D.J. Ham Gravy. Three sets of tickets to giveaway including Pit Passes, to get you even closer to your favorite stars.

FREE • 21+

Happy Hollow Tavern, 1628 N. Hillcrest Parkway, Altoona 832-2826

 Nightlife

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 9pm-1am

Court'N House: Karaoke

While you're there for the 2-for-1 burgers, head to the pool table for some karaoke!

• 21+

Girolamo’s Court ‘n House Bar & Grill • Eau Claire • 832-5478

 Nightlife

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 9pm

Erwin's 19th Hole: DJ/Karaoke

Live DJ and karaoke every Thursday and Friday.

Erwin's 19th Hole • Chippewa Falls • 831-6337

 Nightlife

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 9pm-2am

Happy Hollow Tavern: Cash Pot Karaoke with D.J. Ham Gravy

Cash Pot Karaoke with D.J. Ham Gravy (he's salty, yet smooth). Sing to win.

FREE • 21+

The Happy Hollow • Altoona • 832-2826

 Nightlife

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 9pm-2am

Karaoke Night

Grab the mic and belt out some tunes!

• 21+

The Village Tavern • Chippewa Falls • 723-3009

 Nightlife

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 9pm-2am

Loopy's: Karaoke

Join us every Tuesday through Saturday for karaoke!

• 21+

Loopy's • Chippewa Falls • 723-5667

 Music  Nightlife

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 9pm-1am

Music/Karaoke with Audio-Tonic

Come to Hallie Bar & Grill and party with Audio-Tonic. Come early for the free bacon.

FREE • 21+

Hallie Bar & Grill, 1713 County Highway OO, Chippewa Falls 861-3870

 Nightlife

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 9-11pm

Texas Hold'Em Poker Night

Try your "hand" at Texas Hold'Em and perhaps qualify for a trip to the World Series!

• 21+

Hallie Bar & Grill • Hallie • 861-3870

 Music

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 9-11pm

The Walk/Klenz Sextet

Over the years, the Walk/Klenz Jazz Sextet has become a fixture on the Eau Claire jazz scene. The sextet consists of some of the most prolific musicians in the Chippewa Valley today. Led by trumpeter Jeff Walk and vocalist Adrian Klenz, this sextet is a powerhouse group that plays original compositions, classic and mainstream jazz and everything in between.

FREE

Haymarket Grill • Eau Claire • 552-3400 •

 Nightlife

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 9pm-1am

Two Waters Bar: Live DJ with Gong Karaoke

Karaoke hosted by Chippewa Valley Sound Works.

Two Waters Bar • Chippewa Falls • 726-1810

 Music

Thursday, Jul. 8 • 10pm

FatBook

Making their debut in the Chippewa Valley for customer appreciation night, Fatbook bills themselves as seven guys influenced by reggae guitar, classical piano, funk, blues and a love for Brazilian bateria. The horn section helps Fatbook call in its sound, bringing an energy and range of colors that push the band to a unique level.

FREE • 21+

The Mousetrap • Eau Claire • 832-8418 • www.myspace.com

 Visual Art

Event Ends: Sunday, Aug. 29
Check with venue for hours.

Artists for the Month of July: The Eau Claire Area Art League Summer Exhibit

The Eau Claire Art League was founded in 1944 with the purpose of fostering and promoting original art in Eau Claire. The League has met monthly without interruption for six decades, and today has expanded to include many artists from surrounding communities. Works in both two and three-dimensional formats will be included in this exhibit.

FREE

Heyde Center for the Arts • Chippewa Falls • 715-726-9000 •

 Visual Art

Event Ends: Monday, Aug. 2
Check with venue for hours.

Jan Favret Photography: A Celebration of Water

A photo exhibit by Jan Favret of Eau Claire, featuring shoreline landscapes from the Chippewa Valley and oceanscapes from both the Atlantic and Pacific Coasts.

FREE

Avalon European Floral, 430 Water Street, Eau Claire 577-3843

 Visual Art

Event Ends: Wednesday, Jul. 21
Check with venue for hours.

Laura Hartung: Eclectic Photography

Featuring tourist, country, and local landmark photography.

FREE

Just Local Food Co-op, 1117 S Farwell Street, Eau Claire 552-3366

 Visual Art

Event Ends: Monday, Aug. 9
Check with venue for hours.

Melanie Johannsen

Local artist Melanie Johannsen presents a sampling of photography displayed that show a variety of pieces with a Georgia O’Keefe-inspired introspective to them. The show ranges from Eau Claire scenes to art images from Melanie’s time living in Germany.

FREE

Sandy's On Sale • Eau Claire • 830-5060 •

 Visual Art

Event Ends: Friday, Aug. 6
Check with venue for hours.

Quilt exhibit by Lorraine Sedahl

A quilt exhibit by Lorraine Sedahl of Rainie’s Sewing Corner in the Mabel Tainter Gallery.

Mabel Tainter Memorial Theater • Menomonie • 235-0001 •

 Visual Art

Event Ends: Saturday, Jul. 24
Check with venue for hours.

S/he Abstractions

Gallery 111 Presents "S/he," a compilation of abstract paintings by local artists. These paintings are created in an ambiguous fashion, lending the viewer a multi-thought interpretation. Similar to the letter sequence "S/he," these paintings leave interpretation up to the viewer.

FREE

Gallery 111, 111 Main St. E, Menomonie 497-8430

 Visual Art

Event Ends: Tuesday, Aug. 31
Check with venue for hours.

The Eclectic Eye

The Eau Claire Digital Photography Club is a casual group of artists that enjoy exploring photography as a hobby. They meet monthly to share their latest works and discuss the methods used to create them. Artists in the show: Vern Barber, Bill Benson, Virginia Erickson, Lloyd Fleig, Diane Gorton, Marlys Graf, Steve Johnson, Judy Lee, Loretta Lunderville, Claude Schilling, Mary Smith, John Staber. Exhibit open during regular library hours.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library • Eau Claire • 839-5004 •

 Visual Art

Event Ends: Sunday, Aug. 15
Check with venue for hours.

Unconscious vs. Consciousness: Erik Natti and Jeremy Anderson

Jeremy Anderson is a photographer from the Chippewa Valley who experiments with various vintage cameras and types of films, intending to show that the world can look very peculiar through a slightly different viewfinder. Erik Natti, a local Eau Claire artist, is an abstract expressionist painter combining watercolor with acrylic and pastel in his paintings. If needed, check venue for hours.

FREE

Acoustic Cafe, 505 S. Barstow, Eau Claire 832-9090

 Kids  Recreation

Event Ends: Friday, Jul. 16
Check with venue for hours.

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

 Uncategorized

Event Ends: Friday, Aug. 27
Check with venue for hours.

Golden Age of American Auto Design

Seven vintage cars representing a lifetime of dreaming, more than 20 years of searching, and at least a half-million dollars’ investment will be displayed for the first time. Cars in the exhibit are from the private collection of Dunn County agribusiness leader Russell Doane.

$2

Russell J. Rassbach Heritage Museum, 1820 Wakanda St., Menomonie 232-8685

 Visual Art

Event Ends: Saturday, Jul. 31
Check with venue for hours.

Swallow Nest Gallery Open

Swallow Nest Art Gallery will be open and full to the rafters with original art, prints, cards and other treasures, plus art by guest bead artist Utopia Unlimited.

Swallow Nest Art Gallery • Fall Creek • 877-2303 •

 Visual Art

Event Ends: Sunday, Oct. 31
Check with venue for hours.

More Than Child's Play: Becoming an American Girl

Join the DCHS in a delightful discovery of dolls in Dunn County's history. Explore interactive features and a wide assortment of dolls, highlighted by 10 original American Girl dolls from the Fanetti collection.

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

 Nightlife

Event Ends: Thursday, Dec. 30
Check with venue for hours.

Wigwam Tavern: Trivia Night

Test your knowledge of everything from current events and pop culture to geography in a three-round contest where teams compete for prizes. Enjoy the mini gameshows between rounds.

FREE

Wigwam Tavern • Eau Claire • 834-9061 •