One bright thing in the Valley is the glow from the Lights on the Phoenix Park Bridge (Phoenix Park, Eau Claire). With 170 energy-efficient LED lights, the bridge can be seen for a long way. A cool thing is Ramone’s Ice Cream Parlor (503 Galloway St., Eau Claire). Everyone loves ice cream, and they have you covered, even if you need gluten-free, non-dairy, no-sugar, or vegan options. A busy thing is the Pablo Center at the Confluence (128 Graham Ave., Eau Claire) offering fun indoors and out. – Diana Peterson