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Wednesday, August 26, 2026

All DayWednesday Aug. 26

Introducing the School of Heritage Arts

Sponsored by the Valley Art Association, the SHA’s goal is to teach once commonly practiced arts, including embroidery (floss, crewel, hardanger), hand quilt piecing, cross stitch, and many other arts.

Acoustic Cafe - Eau Claire
Eau Claire

Visual Art

All DayWednesday Aug. 26

Works by June Haigh-Boley

An Eau Claire artist working primarily in watercolor and acrylics. The paintings in this exhibit focus on realistic habitats and florals.

Decadent Gifts
Eau Claire

Visual Art

7:30am-1pm Wednesday Aug. 26

Eau Claire Downtown Farmers Market

Eau Claire's biggest producers-only farmers market is held along the Chippewa River in scenic Downtown Eau Claire under an open-air pavilion. Live entertainment and an Artist's Market on Saturdays.

Phoenix Park
Eau Claire

Farmers Markets

9:30-10:30am Wednesday Aug. 26

Baby Playgroup - FRC Eau Claire

Bond with your baby, meet other parents, share the delights and challenges of your raising baby, and get support. This program is designed for infants from newborn to 9 months old. Childcare is available for older siblings.

Family Resource Center Inc.
Eau Claire

Kids

2-5pm Wednesday Aug. 26

One-on-One Tech Help

Altoona Public Library's Technology Librarian can help teach you how to use your smartphone, laptop, or tablet. Schedule a 45 minute session online.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

Technology

6-7pm Wednesday Aug. 26

Rise Together

A free, weekly support group created to help build community, gain emotional resilience, and foster healing through connection.

Eau Claire YMCA
Eau Claire

Wellness Community, Neighborhoods & Civics

6-7pm Wednesday Aug. 26

Chess & Beer Club

Enjoy some great beer and a few great games of chess. All skill levels are welcome.

The Brewing Projekt
Eau Claire

Food & Drink Games & Hobbies

6-7:30pm Wednesday Aug. 26

Book Club hosted by Kaleidoscope Soul

Come for the stories, stay for the community, and maybe have some tacos. Discuss "In The Dream House" by Carmen Maria Machado

Tacos Juanita Mexican Restaurant
Altoona

Words

6-8pm Wednesday Aug. 26

Premium 1/2 Price Whiskey Pour Event

Enjoy premium whiskey pours for half the price. A special lineup of whiskeys, including Angel's Envy Triple Oak, Blantons 93, Jack Daniels Sinatra, Jefferson Ocean at Sea, Woodford 120, Starlight Cigar Batch, and more.

The Growler Guys
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

6-8pm Wednesday Aug. 26

Eau Claire Affordability Town Hall: Where Is Rep. Derrick Van Orden?

Join Opportunity Wisconsin and local leaders for a community town hall about rising costs and how policies supported by Derrick Van Orden and Republicans in Congress are hurting across the Chippewa Valley. Dinner and refreshments will be provided.

Menomonie Market Food Co-Op (Eau Claire)
Eau Claire

Community, Neighborhoods & Civics

6:30-7:30pm Wednesday Aug. 26

Yin Yoga & Meditation

This practice targets the connective tissues reducing inflammation & promoting relaxation.

The Kaleidoscope Wellness Studio
Eau Claire

Wellness

6:30pm Wednesday Aug. 26

Weekly Cribbage Tourney

A weekly Cribbage Tourney. Enjoy local craft beer, say the number 15 a lot out loud, win prizes.

Modicum Brewing Co.
Eau Claire

Games & Hobbies

6:30pm Wednesday Aug. 26

Ski Sprites Water Ski Show

The award-winning Ski Sprites Water Ski Show Team entertains visitors with their annual season of exciting water ski shows.

Lake Altoona Park
Altoona

Spectator Sports

6:30pm Wednesday Aug. 26

Rock'n on the Riverfront

Enjoy live music, food trucks, and good times at the Prevea Amphitheater in River Prairie Park.

River Prairie Park
Altoona

Music

7-9pm Wednesday Aug. 26

Clear Water Comedy Presents: Dungeons & Death

Stand-up comedy and a comedic game of Dungeons & Dragons hosted by Dungeon Master Brad Halter and friends.

The Plus
Eau Claire

Comedy & Improv

7-10pm Wednesday Aug. 26

Open Mic Night with Philville Records

Singers, songwriters, instrumentals, poetry, spoken word, comedy, and more with both established and emerging artists.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

Nightlife

7-10pm Wednesday Aug. 26

Live Music: The Cathy Reitz Trio

The Cathy Reitz Trio has been performing together for over 20 years. Their entertaining song list covers over 100 years of great music, the Roaring 20’s to the 2020’s.

2 Roots Gallery
Eau Claire

Music