2010 Eau Claire Figure Skating Competition

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 8am-6pm

Angel Care Workshops and Psychic Fair

Visit the readers and vendors at the Psychic Fair. Free Admittance. Visit the website for more information, the growing list of readers and vendors, or to register for the workshops. From 9am-noon, Judy Meinen will conduct messages From your angels. From 2-5pm, she will be teach Earth Angels, where you will be able to discover your angel type.

FREE to enter, Meinen's classes $45 for one, $75 for both

Ramada Convention Center • Eau Claire • 835-6121 •

Education Recreation

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 8:30-9:30am

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

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 9am-3pm

29 PInes Spring Craft Boutique

Featuring a variety of vendors, including candles, purses, handmade items, crafts, jewelry and much more. Vendor space available (registration required). For info, call or email sleepinnsales2@rivercountrycoop.com.

FREE

29 Pines Conference Center, 5872 33rd Avenue, Eau Claire 874-2900

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 9am

Basketry Class/Judy Knox

Create baskets that are not only useful, but beautiful. Woven in traditional Eastern Cherokee pattern. Not a beginner project. Your exclusive basket can be finished in a day with patience and concentration. Your basket will have a twill pattern. The base can be square. Registration required, deadline: Mar. 2.

$35 • 16+

School of the Arts, 107 Wilson Court, Menomonie 232-1664

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 9am-1pm

Menomonie Winter Farmers Market

Offering you a monthly opportunity to purchase farm fresh vegetables, meat, dairy, baked goods, crafts and other farm products direct from the local area farmers who produce them. All vendor fees go to the Interfaith Food Pantry.

Free

Grace Episcopal Church, E4357 451st Avenue, Menomonie 265-4271 Ext 1348

Recreation

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 9-11am

Wellness Rocks - Family Fitness at the Fieldhouse

Get rid of the winter blues and join other families and play old fashioned lawn games, participate in group activities or stroll around the track.

Menomonie High School • Menomonie • 233-7464

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 9:30am-3pm

Luther Midelfort presents: Get Smart about Digestive Health

Learn about colon cancer prevention, acid reflux, celiac sprue, lactose intolerance, irritable bowel syndrome. Activities for children include a coloring activity and healthy snacks. Luther Midelfort gastroenterologists also will give health talks: 9:30am: “Bacteria: The Good and the Bad,” 10:15am “Celiac Sprue: Against the Grain,” 11am “Colon Cancer: The Silent Killer.”

Oakwood Forest play area and Luther Midelfort kiosk, Oakwood Mall, 4800 Golf Rd, Eau Claire 838-3737

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 9:30-11:30am

Thimbleberries Club

Receive exclusive monthly patterns and purchase the exclusive club project for the year, plus twelve additional purchasable projects by picking and choosing the ones you love.

$25/year

The Calico Shoppe • Eau Claire • 834-9990 •

Kids

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

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 10-11am

Holistic Gatherings: Weekend Warriors

Featuring Law of Attraction. Hosted by Renee Tibbits.

Acoustic Cafe, Eau Claire • Eau Claire • 577-3511 • www.theacoustic.com

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 10-11:30am

Nourishing Roots: Herbal Medicine Making Workshop

Spring Cleaning: Learn how to gently detox during the season for cleansing. Leave with your own cleansing tea formula. Registration required, deadline: Mar. 12.

$25

Center for Healing Arts, 2722 London Rd., Eau Claire 514-2673

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 10-11:30am

Zoom Balls

Enjoy a lecture on ways to reduce the need for sugary/caffeinated foods to get energized. We'll discuss sleep, insulin resistance, powdered herbs and homeopathic remedies that help with energy. We'll also focus on alternatives, and make zoom balls, rejuvenating herbs snuck into a base of almond butter, cashew butter and honey.

$20 (sliding scale)

Center for Healing Arts, 2722 London Rd.

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 10:30am-3pm

Farmer to Farmer Annual Meeting

Every year, Farmer to Farmer holds its annual meeting to let our community know what we’re doing, and to elect new board members. Potluck lunch at noon. Zac Barnes, worker/owner at Just Local Food in Eau Claire, will tell us about how Just Local Food got started, and about his trip with Farmer to Farmer to Guatemala and Honduras in January featuring pictures, and Q&A.

FREE

First Congregational-UCC Church, 420 Wilson, Menomonie 772-4565

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 10:30am-3:30pm

Psychic & Spiritual Development Series. “The Seven Chakra Centers of Life, for Transformation, H

To tell about your journey you use The Fifth Chakra where communication, creativity, integrity, and speaking your truth resides. Register by Mar. 11.

$20, $5 lunch option available

Unity Christ Center , 1808 Folsom Street, Eau Claire 836-0010

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 11am-noon

Planetarium Show

Each month, UWEC's planetarium presents different programs on an assortment of astronomical topics. Tuesday shows are geared to adult audiences and Saturday shows are geared for children.

UW-Eau Claire Planetarium • Eau Claire • 836-3148 • www.uwec.edu

Saturday, Mar. 13 • noon-2pm

Texas Hold'Em Poker Night

Join us every Saturday at 12 & 3 for free Texas Hold 'em and you could be on your way to the World Series of Poker!

Jensen's Bar & Grill • Chippewa Falls • 861-3838

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 1pm

Colorscaping!

Create dazzling curb appeal by using annuals effectively with perennials and shrubs in the landscape. Registration required, deadline: Mar. 10.

FREE

The Potting Shed • Altoona • 831-4000 •

Education Recreation

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 1-3pm

Moving IN: Developing Your Personal Yoga Practice

Many people understand how a regular Yoga practice can improve their ability to manage stress, move with ease, and celebrate life joyfully. This workshop gives you tools, skills, and a deep inspiration to power your personal practice. Instruction provided by Cheri Dostal, Evolve Wellness LLC. Please send inquiries to cheri@livewellevolve.com. Registration required, deadline: Mar. 8.

$28, $20 students

Yoga Center of Eau Claire • Eau Claire • 864-7000 • www.infinitejoy.com

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 1-5pm

Wissota Raptors 4-H Dessert Theater

Silent auction begins at 1pm. The Wissota Raptors 4-H will perform their mini-drama and musical acts beginning at 2pm. All proceeds support the club's many community service, educational, and family based activities.

Chippewa Valley Bible Church, 531 East South Ave., Chippewa Falls 382-4171

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 2-6pm

Benefit for Trudy King

Trudy Kinghas been fighting brain cancer for about a year. She is a true fighter and holds her spirits high! But even with her high hopes and strong fights, she needs some support. Every month, her prescriptions to help her fight cost $1,700. Please help this very deserving family continue the fight.

• 21+

The Fox Run Tavern, 1515 S. 65th Ave, Eau Claire 379-4973

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 3-5pm

Texas Hold'Em Poker Night

Join us every Saturday at 12 & 3 for free Texas Hold 'em and you could be on your way to the World Series of Poker!

Jensen's Bar & Grill • Chippewa Falls • 861-3838

Education Recreation

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 6-7:30pm

Couples Yoga

Deepen your heart and soul connection through breath coordination, touch, and eye contact. All yoga poses will include physical connection. Give your partner this time to show him/her how deeply you care.

$24 per couple

Yoga Center of Eau Claire • Eau Claire • 830-0321 • www.infinitejoy.com

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 6-9pm

Mediterranean Potluck

Look up some recipes and create an appetizer, entree, dessert, or beverage with a Mediterranean theme.

FREE

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

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 6-7pm

Reception: Sorcery and Romance Student Exhibit

The Chippewa Valley Symphony brings back its remarkable, annual exhibit of area art students reworking classically great compositions to the Arts Center Gallery. This year, Eau Claire's elementary schools interpret Paul Dukas' Sorcerer's Apprentice into visual art. Refreshments will be served.

FREE

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

Movies

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 6-8pm

Thirst

A devoted Catholic priest selflessly volunteers to test a new vaccine is stricken by a deadly virus, transforming him into a vampire. Struggling with his newfound carnal desire for blood, the priest is further tested when a friend’s wife (Kim Ok-vin) seeks his help in escaping her unhappy life. Seduced into a world of sensual pleasures, the priest fights to maintain what is left of his humanity.

FREE with a valid Blugold ID Card or International Film Society membership card. • Rated R

Davies Theatre, UW-Eau Claire • Eau Claire • 836-3727 • www.uwec.edu

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 7-10pm

Chippewa Valley Better Brewers

We invite you to attend one of our gatherings to find out how easy it is to make really good home brew including beer and wines while meeting a great bunch of people as well. All you have to do is appreciate good beer, wine, meads, or hard ciders. At this gathering we will be judging ales and ciders.

FREE • 21+

Cap-N-Corks • Eau Claire • 832-6942

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 7pm

Chippewa Valley Community Chorus Spring Concert

Join millions of others and sing! Choral singing is a thriving form of artistic expression in America – from concert halls to church choir lofts. The Chippewa Valley Community Chorus will begin its 33rd year with another glorious season of music, including portions of Carmina Burana, new works by local musician Jerry Way, and favorite spirituals.

adults $6, youth $3, children under 5 yrs free

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

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 7-10pm

Loudray

Loudray, a high energy, up-tempo, acoustic band from the Twin Cities.

FREE

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

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 7-8:30pm

Osseo Area Community Theatre Presents: The Trailer Court

The Osseo Area Community Theatre presents their third original improvisational comedy, The Trailer Court. Follow the fictional filming of a daytime courtroom reality show whose claim to fame is being the only courtroom show with a cash bar. Come and participate in this interactive show where passing the bar takes on a whole new meaning.

$15, includes complimentary beverage • 21+

The Palladium, 13409 Park Avenue, Osseo 597-3064

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 7-9pm

Peanut Butter & Gypsy: Belly and Tribal Dancing

The Women's and Gender Equity Center will present Peanut Butter and Gypsy, performing tribal belly dancing to portray the beauty and strength of women dancing together in sisterhood. The Eau Claire troupe melds traditional and contemporary dance creating a compilation of old and new in celebration of life. Donations will be collected at the performance for Bolton Refuge House.

Free

Schofield Auditorium, UW-Eau Claire, 105 Garfield Ave., Eau Claire 836-2693

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 7-11:30pm

Spring Formal: Red Carpet

Come join HSSO for our annual Spring Formal: Red Carpet. Dress code is formal. DJ - DJ Bobby V. from OB. Live auction, bring cash.

$5, $8 couples • 18+

Huff's in MSC, UW-Stout, Menomonie 803-3140

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 7:30pm

Elisabeth Von Trapp

For Elisabeth von Trapp, “the sounds of music“ are part of her earliest memories. Born and raised in Vermont, Elisabeth is the granddaughter of the legendary Maria and Baron von Trapp, whose story inspired The Sound of Music. Singing professionally since childhood, Elisabeth has enthralled audiences from European cathedrals to Washington D.C.’s Kennedy Center.

$18 adult, $16 senior/student, $8 children

Mabel Tainter Memorial Theater • Menomonie • 235-0001 •

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 7:30pm

Sorcery and Romance by the Chippewa Valley Symphony

There is something for all ages in tonight's concert: From the exciting opening pieces to the lushly romantic and lyrical Brahms. In between we feature the winner of the Young Artist Competition.

$20 adult, $18.50 senior, $5 youth

State Theatre • Eau Claire • 832-2787

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 7:30-9:30pm

Vanities

This bittersweet comedy chronicles the lives of three Texas girls. In 1963, Joanne, Kathy, and Mary are aggressively vivacious cheerleaders. Five years later in their college sorority house, they are confronted with their futures. Later still, they reunite in New York where they find out just how much they have in common.

$16 adults, $14 seniors, $8 students

Grand Little Theater • Eau Claire • (715) 832-PLAY

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 8pm-midnight

Davey J and the Jones Tones

Join a big happy crowd and check out the Fab Four (Duffy, Catya, John LeBrun, and Davey J) and get your groove on to blues, reggae, rock, and roots.

Free

Sheeley House Saloon, 236 River St., Chippewa Falls 864-1002

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 8pm-midnight

Dixie & The Dreamers

Dixie and The Dreamers featuring local musicians Dixie Duffey, Dale Drevlow, Dave Engedal, Barry Wells and Dave Schrader. Keyboards, guitar, bass and drums with Dixie on lead vocal and the four dudes backing her up with lead and harmony vocals. Classic pop/rock variety for dancing or listening.

Free • 21+

The Red Parrot, 1700 So Hastings Way, Eau Claire 832-6431

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 8pm-midnight

Eddie Mac

Bresina's will be the last show of a three day tour of Wisconsin. Our tools will be sharp. Eddie Mac aspires to be an all original rock band, but since this is a four hour show, we get to play some of your favorite covers too. We are a three piece with drums, bass and guitar. We all sing.

Free

Bresina's Hometown Bar, 12037 County Highway B, Chippewa Falls, WI 288-6303

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 8-10pm

Red, White, and Tuna

Tuna, the third smallest town in Texas. It’s the 4th of July and time for the Tuna High School Class Reunion. Everyone will be there, all thirty of them, all played by two actors. A show packed full of fireworks and fun about the town where the Lion's Club is too liberal and Patsy Cline never dies.

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

Fanny Hill Dinner Theatre • Eau Claire • 836-8184 •

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 8pm

The Midwestern Charm

Indie folk/rock from Green Bay.

FREE

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

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 8:30-11:30pm

The Gators

The Gators are a truly versatile band that pride themselves on playing a variety of music. Male and female vocals with strong harmonies and excellent musicianship allow them to cover a broad era of music from the 1940's to present day. They have something musically to offer to all age groups and will surely make you want to dance the night away.

Tailgates Sports Bar & Grill • Eau Claire • 552-1733

Movies

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 8:30-10:30pm

Thirst

FREE with a valid Blugold ID Card or International Film Society membership card. • Rated R

Davies Theatre, UW-Eau Claire • Eau Claire • 836-3727 • www.uwec.edu

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 9pm

5 O'Clock Club: Karaoke

Karaoke with DJs Nick and Drew.

5 O'Clock Club • Eau Claire • 834-1748

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 9pm

Contradiction

Contradiction has remained one of the most fun and diverse rock and roll bands you’ll ever see. Collectively, Contradiction is capable of covering just about any style or feel and has the extensive song list to prove it.

Free • 21+

O'Leary's • Eau Claire • 834-6611 •

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 9pm-1am

Crowdedheads

A rock band delivering fantastic female vocals, incredible harmonies, classic lead guitar and a rock-solid rhythm section sure to keep you rock'n all night long.

FREE • 21+

Barley Club, 4324 Fairfax Park Drive, Eau Claire 831-9224

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 9pm

Daryl Horner + Rio Hillman + Mr. Head

Live Comedy returns to the Buck with Headliner Daryl Horner. He is the founding member of the comedy group Verbally Vicious. He hails from the twin cities & has worked with Louis Anderson & Gallagher. In 2009 he was voted the Sim Magazine Niteclub Entertainer of the year. Opening the show will be Mr. Head & Rio Hillman.

FREE • 21+

Silver Dollar Saloon (aka The Buck), 315 Main Street E, Menomonie 235-9390

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 9pm-3am

DJ/Live Band Nights

C-Zone has either a band or DJ every Friday or Saturday night.

• 21+

Construction Zone Bar & Grill • Durand • 672-9663

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 9pm-1am

Eisold’s Irvine Bar: 80's Trivia + Karaoke

Dig out your old clothes and get a free drink for dressing up in that fab glam gear. A DJ will be having you guess 80's songs all night.

Eisold’s Irvine Bar • Chippewa Falls • 720-1280

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 9pm-1am

Last Open Road

LOR is a five piece band that seamlessly plays classic rock to newer rock, using the same blues-based guitar leads that made SRV and Jimi Hendrix famous. Three are firemen from Eau Claire and the other is the dad of one.

FREE

The Red Zone, 2071 S Prairie View Rd, Lake Hallie 726-3030

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 9-11pm

Little Willie

Country rock cover band.

FREE

Haymarket Grill • Eau Claire • 552-3400 •

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 9pm-3am

Loopy's: Karaoke

Join us every Tuesday through Saturday for karaoke!

• 21+

Loopy's • Chippewa Falls • 723-5667

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 9pm-1am

Mojo Lemon

Blues purists and hardcore rockers alike agree that Mojo Lemon, voted two years in a row as the "Valley's Best Blues Band" will blues-rock your world.

Free • 21+

VFW on Starr, 1300 Starr Ave, Eau Claire 552-8438

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 9pm-1am

Party Your Way to Vegas

All Occasions DJ Service presents Party your way to Vegas, sponsored by Miller Lite and Mr. Limo. Win a trip for 2 to Las Vegas!, hotel and airfare included and $500 spending cash. All you have to do is party. We will be starting at 9pm and going until 1am.

FREE • 21+

Glen Loch Saloon, 1300 Jefferson Ave, Chippewa Falls 829-7413

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 9pm-1am

Party Your Way to Vegas

Sponsored by Miller Lite and Mr. Limo, win a trip for two to Las Vegas, hotel and airfare included and $500 spending cash. All you have to do is party.

FREE • 21+

Chuck’s On Clairemont • Eau Claire • 829-7413

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 9pm

Saturday Showcase Showdown

Every Saturday feature a different game show or board game theme, including Deal or No Deal, Scrabble, Plinko, Survivor, Press Your Luck, Yahtzee and more. Games are subject to change.

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

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 9pm-1am

The Double Shot Band

Double Shot is a Country Rock, Classic Rock and Rock and Roll band whose sole purpose is to fill the dance floor. They play a wide variety of all rock styles to please everyone's musical preferences.

FREE • 21+

T&C Roundabout, 8685 Hwy 124, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729 726-2709

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 9:30pm-1:30am

Sea Horse Inn: Karaoke

Hop on stage and don't forget the rules: No drinks on stage, no swearing, and absolutely everyone gets the clap.

• 21+

Sea Horse Inn • Eau Claire • 834-4356‎

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 10pm

Awkward Dance Party

Awkward music, awkward clothes, awkward dancing. This night will be awkward.

FREE

Higherground • Eau Claire • 836-6030

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 10pm-3am

DJ Night

Dance it up every weekend with DJs Al Shannon and Jason Bomb.

• 21+

Doubleday’s Sports Bar and Grill • Eau Claire • 833-2255

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 10pm

Natty Nation + TBA

Natty Nation is Madison's own original hard rock roots, reggae and dub band.

$5 • 21+

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

Saturday, Mar. 13 • 10pm-1am

Ronald Raygun + Canyons of Static + The Heart Pills

Ronald Raygun is Eau Claire's original post rock pioneers and they are back for revenge. West Bend's Canyons of Static deliver ambient and epic sentimental rock influenced by Brian Eno, Bowie, and Joy Division. New Album now available. The Heart Pills will be kicking things off at ten with their brand of Campfire-Tin-Can-Folk-Punk.

FREE • 21+

Bottle N' Barrel, 208 S. Barstow Street, Eau Claire 832-0150

Ongoing Events

Event Ends: Sunday, Apr. 11
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A Folksy Spring

Featuring paintings by Eau Claire folk artist Roger Adams.

FREE

Just Local Food • Eau Claire • 577-5564 • justlocalfood.blogspot.com

Event Ends: Friday, Apr. 16
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Annual Member Art Show

The ACT Gallery will showcase some of the amazing art created in this area of Wisconsin during the past year. Enjoy a diverse selection of many art forms, including paintings, photography, quilts, mosaics, gourds, and more. Meet some of the area’s finest artists and awaken your own creative spirit. The opening of the show is on March 5th (6-8 pm) at SOTA.

Arts Coming Together, Inc. (ACT), 107 Wilson Court, Menomonie

Event Ends: Monday, Mar. 29
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Artists for the month of March – Chippewa Falls High School Aspiring Artists

A collaboration between the Chippewa Falls Area School District and the Chippewa Valley Cultural Association (CVCA) to promote and support young visual artists.

FREE

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

Event Ends: Friday, Apr. 9
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ArtsWest 31

ArtsWest 31, the library's annual juried art show, features 55 works by area artists. The pieces were chosen from more than 150 pieces submitted for consideration. Selections for this year's show were made by Alan William Nugent, owner and curator of the Abode Gallery in Stockholm, Wisconsin. The exhibit can be viewed during normal library hours.

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

Kids

Event Ends: Sunday, Mar. 14
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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: Wednesday, Mar. 31
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Curves Annual Food Drive

Help out the hungry in the Chippewa Valley by donating non-perishable food items to Curves Eau Claire. This Curves event has been taking place for over a decade and has been helping the hungry across the nation. From March 8-20th, potential members that bring in a grocery bag of non-perishable food items will earn free enrollment. Check for hours.

FREE

Curves Eau Claire, 1417 S Hastings Way (Just North of McDonalds), Eau Claire 552-8783

Event Ends: Tuesday, Apr. 6
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Desist in my Pursuit/Canto XXX (For Beatrice)

Charles Matson Lume is an associate professor of art at UW-Stout who recently returned from a sabbatical, taking a residency in Trondheim, Norway. During his travels, Lume also held a solo exhibition at Babel Kunst in Trondheim. We welcome viewers to come and experience artwork that has been shaped by his current abroad experience.

FREE

Furlong Gallery, North Wing, 178 MIcheels Hall, University of WI-Stout, Menomonie 232-2261

Event Ends: Wednesday, Mar. 31
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European Travels by Cheryal Keisler

Photography of Iceland, Germany and Wisconsin by local photographer Cheryal Keisler. If needed, check venue for hours.

FREE

Acoustic Cafe, 505 S Barstow, Eau Claire 836-9409

Event Ends: Tuesday, Mar. 30
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Gallery 111 Member Salon Show

Gallery 111 is proud to present its first Member Salon Show, exhibiting art from Gallery 111’s sustaining artist members and board members. Many different styles and mediums will be represented. The gallery is open Thursdays through Sundays during gallery hours.

FREE • all ages

Gallery 111 • Menomonie • 497-8430 •

Event Ends: Tuesday, Mar. 30
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Just for Fun

"Just for Fun" art showing of paintings by Anthony Schofield

FREE

Raw Deal • Menomonie • 231-3255 •

Event Ends: Tuesday, Apr. 6
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MOIXAXIOM

The Furlong Gallery is proud to present the works of UW-Stout art professor Bryan Ritchie. On a recent sabbatical Ritchie was an artist in residence at the Vermont Studio Center and traveled across the US and France. Ritchie considers this exhibition to be a collection of opinions derived from social interactions, rituals, influences and memories.

FREE

Furlong Gallery, South Wing, 178 MIcheels Hall, University of WI-Stout, Menomonie 232-2261

Event Ends: Sunday, Apr. 4
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Posters & Pin-Ups

Featuring the designs and prints of Postergirl Art and a current body of work by local artist Stephen Bateman. The posters are mainly for rock band and festival promotion plus some limited edition screen prints signed and numbered by the artists and bands. The Pin-Up series takes on the classic pin-up girl with modern twists and surprises, executed in a raw yet deliberate style with pop color and graphic elements. This series explores visual attraction, body language, the art of seduction and misdirection.

FREE

Tangled Up In Hue, 416 S Barstow Street, Eau Claire 855-0090

Event Ends: Saturday, Mar. 13
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Sorcery and Romance Student Exhibit

FREE

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

Event Ends: Wednesday, Mar. 17
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True Individuality-Adornment for the Hand

An exhibition of unique finger rings by prominent metal smiths; atypical in characteristic, cast and fabricated in precious metals in combination with a variety of other materials. If needed, check venue for hours.

Free

Foster Gallery, Haas Fine Arts Center, Eau Claire 836-2328

Event Ends: Saturday, Mar. 13
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Wisconsin Association of Family and Consumer Sciences Annual Conference

Keynote address Friday will be by Marilyn Peplau of the Search Institute of Minneapolis. The keynote address Saturday will be by Tom Kidd of Lifestyle Enhancement Services of Eau Claire. See contact info for location and event times.

UW-Stout, Menomonie 232-2546 • klemmed@uwstout.edu

Event Ends: Thursday, Apr. 1
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“Mind & Spirit” Artist Exhibit

Featuring Mitchell Spencer's photography and Tiffany Bailey's pottery. Artists’ Reception: February 26, 2010 from 5:30-7:30pm.

Free

Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts, 205 Main Street East, Menomonie, WI 54751 235-0001 Ext 100