Events Calendar

9pm Wednesday Nov. 13

Karaoke @ Heartbreakers

Karaoke DJ dance party with T&A Entertainment. Todd and Adam. Happy hour prices from 9pm-midnight.

Heartbreakers Bar & Grill
Chippewa Falls

All DayThursday Nov. 14

“Layers of (in)Queer(y)” Art Exhibition

“Layers of (in)QUEER(y)” is a student-curated queer art exhibition inspired by exploration in the HNRS 342 course, Honors Colloquium in Arts with Equity, Diversity, and Inclusivity, during fall 2023, which focused on queering and questioning the way we interpret art. The exhibition includes 13 national and local artists, interactive art experiences, workshops and a satellite alumni show at McIntyre Library.

Haas Fine Arts Center
Eau Claire

9-10:30am Thursday Nov. 14

Storytime

Learning Together Storytime: for children attending with a caregiver. On My Own: for ages 3-6 attending by themselves.

Menomonie Public Library
Menomonie

9:30-10:10am Thursday Nov. 14

Preschool Storytime

Stories, songs, games and movement activities. Children may attend independently as they are able, but caregivers must remain in the library.

Chippewa Falls Public Library
Chippewa Falls

9:30-11am Thursday Nov. 14

Play & Learn

Fun & playful opportunities for families to connect through play, music & story time, crafts & healthy snacks. Each family receives one free book.

River Source Family Center
Chippewa Falls

10:30-11am Thursday Nov. 14

Preschool Story Time

Registration required. Children must be able to sit independently.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

10:30-11:15am Thursday Nov. 14

Storytime

The theme changes weekly. Kids & caregivers are invited to join for weekly storytimes during the school year.

Bloomer Public Library
Bloomer

12:30-1:20pm Thursday Nov. 14

Artist Talk with Amaryllis R. Flowers

Rooted in a rich tapestry of Caribbean heritage, queer culture, and personal mythology, her practice is a visual language that defies categorization.

Haas Fine Arts Center
Eau Claire

1-2:30pm Thursday Nov. 14

Dementia Support Group

This group meets once a month to support those living with dementia and their care partners.

Central Lutheran Church
Chippewa Falls

Seniors

3:30-6pm Thursday Nov. 14

Dabble Box Open Lab

Stop down to the Dabble Box and see where your creativity takes you. Lots of equipment and supplies available for all ages.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library, RCU Dabble Box Makerspace

Crafting & Making

5-6:30pm Thursday Nov. 14

Doodle Den with Brynn

November Theme: Collage landscape - Create a landscape that uses a variety of materials to reflect the world you become the architect of.

Children's Museum of Eau Claire
Eau Claire

5:30-6:45pm Thursday Nov. 14

You Read to Me, I'll Read to You

Multi-age event with local therapy dog, Loki. Sign up for 15 minute session. Liability waiver required.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

Kids Animals & Pets

5:30-8pm Thursday Nov. 14

Two Rivers Live at The Plus

You'll hear tunes spanning all genres and eras. Sue Orfield, Randy Sinz, Gregg Wheeler, and Tommy Wieseler.

The Plus
Eau Claire

5:30-8:30pm Thursday Nov. 14

Barre Teacher Training

A comprehensive educational foundation to begin your journey teaching Barre.

Latitude 44 Yoga Studio
Eau Claire

Fitness

6-7pm Thursday Nov. 14

ASL Social

Connect with local d/Deaf, hard-of-hearing, and sign-language enthusiasts. Socialize and sign together! Their goal is voices off.

The Goat Coffee House
Eau Claire

Community

6-7pm Thursday Nov. 14

A China Retrospective: Living and Teaching in Beijing 1986-1987

Join Susan Thurin, retired UW-Stout English Professor and bookstore owner, as she recounts her time in Beijing, China.

Dragon Tale Books
Menomonie

6-8pm Thursday Nov. 14

Amp Quiz Trivia @ VFW Post 305

Extended food hours, great staff, food, prices, and the best view in town.

VFW Post 305
Eau Claire

6-8pm Thursday Nov. 14

Amp Quiz Triva @ VFW Post 305

Play trivia while you enjoy great food, great drinks, an awesome view, and you may even catch a glimpse oftheir resident Osprey's and their new arrivals.

VFW Post 305
Eau Claire

6-8pm Thursday Nov. 14

Corded Basket Weaving Workshop

Discover the art of basket weaving in a relaxed, beginner-friendly environment. Create beautiful decorative baskets, bowls, coasters, and more.

SHIFT Cyclery & Coffee Bar
Eau Claire

Crafting & Making

6-9pm Thursday Nov. 14

Nerikomi Workshop with Amaryllis R. Flowers

Learn the techniques and methods used in this Japanese art practice that literally translates to “bodies built from fragments."

Haas Fine Arts Center
Eau Claire

6pm Thursday Nov. 14

Book Talk with K.F Wiltrout- Elementals: Spark

Writing and story telling has always been a passion of K.F. Wiltrout and that love grew to include her dream career, becoming an Author.

Chippewa Falls Public Library
Chippewa Falls

6:15-8pm Thursday Nov. 14

Books are the Best Gifts - A Very Special Presentation from Jason Gobble & Margaret Leonard

Join Margaret Leonard and Dotters Penguin Random House rep Jason Gobble as they share their picks of best books to give as gifts this year.

Dotters Books
Eau Claire

6:30-7pm Thursday Nov. 14

PJ Story Night

Children may come dressed in their PJs with a favorite stuffy. No sign up required.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

6:30-9pm Thursday Nov. 14

Queen of Hearts

One lucky raffle winner will get 1 chance to turn a card. If its the Queen of Hearst, they win the pot. Pot increases weekly until someone wins.

Heartbreakers Bar & Grill
Chippewa Falls

6:30pm Thursday Nov. 14

Puppy Pals Live

As seen on America's Got Talent, this hit comedic stunt dog show delights viewers of all ages.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Comedy

6:30pm Thursday Nov. 14

Meat Raffle for Sofas for Service

A meat raffle with all proceeds going to Sofas for Service. Prizes include meat, cheese, candy, gift baskets, and more. There will also be a 50/50 raffle.

The Brickhouse
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

6:45-8pm Thursday Nov. 14

Reiki Infused Yin Yoga

Yin Yoga involves holding poses for extended periods of time to release tension. Reiki promotes healing and balance.

The Kaleidoscope Wellness Studio
Eau Claire

Wellness

7-8pm Thursday Nov. 14

Public Planetarium Show

Learn about the skies over Eau Claire and a topic in astronomy in the comfort of the L.E. Phillips planetarium.

UW-Eau Claire Phillips Hall
Eau Claire

Outdoors

7-9pm Thursday Nov. 14

DJ Bingo at On The Rocks

Song clips instead of numbers. Get "Bingo" and win prizes. Wide variety of music genres.

On the Rocks Bar
Chippewa Falls

7-9pm Thursday Nov. 14

DJ Trivia at VFW Post 7232 Folsom

General knowledge trivia. Play on your own or with friends. Prizes for the top 3. League play available.

VFW Post 7232
Eau Claire

7-9pm Thursday Nov. 14

Amp Quiz Trivia

Fun, free, and top 3 teams win bar cash.

The Old Barn Bar & Grill
Jim Falls

7-9pm Thursday Nov. 14

Wisconsin Life Live from the Chippewa Valley

Join WPR's "Wisconsin Life" contributors from the Chippewa Valley for an evening of live storytelling with Maureen McCollum, BJ Hollars, and more.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

7-9pm Thursday Nov. 14

Nice n' Easy

A musical duo with a touch of class. Classic Oldies Hits with well rounded instrumentation.

2 Roots Gallery
Eau Claire

7-9:30pm Thursday Nov. 14

Fall Creek High School: "Into the Woods"

This Broadway Musical is about growth, transformation, and the challenges we face when we step outside the comfort of the familiar.

Fall Creek High School
Fall Creek

Stage

7pm Thursday Nov. 14

Free Bingo

Doors open at 6 for food. Over $200 given away every Thursday with a possible $500 blackout.

Micon Downtown Cinema
Eau Claire

7:30pm Thursday Nov. 14

Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild: "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest"

One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest is the unforgettable story of a mental hospital and its patients.

Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild
Eau Claire

Stage

7:30pm Thursday Nov. 14

An Evening with Suzy Bogguss

Suzy Bogguss is a living legend of country music, having earned eight Top 10 hits throughout the 1990s.

Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts
Menomonie

7:30pm Thursday Nov. 14

UWEC Student Recital Series

Enjoy an evening of music overlooking the lights of the bridge and the confluence of rivers. Experience the hard work of talented music students.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

7:30pm Thursday Nov. 14

Clear Water Comedy Presents: Evan Hull Live

Tales of vagrants kicking birds, misguided body dysmorphia, and other anecdotes from a "well-adjusted" 27-year old.

The Plus
Eau Claire

Comedy

8-10pm Thursday Nov. 14

Open Mic Night @ The Reboot Social

Get there early for a great seat.

The Reboot Social
Eau Claire

8-11pm Thursday Nov. 14

Thursday Night Karaoke

Karaoke singers are entered in a drawing to win a $50 Growler Guys gift card.

The Growler Guys
Eau Claire

All DayFriday Nov. 15

“Layers of (in)Queer(y)” Art Exhibition

Haas Fine Arts Center
Eau Claire

9:30-10am Friday Nov. 15

Family Storytime

Families and library staff will share 30 minutes of stories, songs, movement and games together.

Chippewa Falls Public Library
Chippewa Falls

10-10:30am Friday Nov. 15

Preschool Storytime

Age-appropriate stories, rhymes, fingerplays, flannels, music, and movement to help your child develop language and early literacy skills.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

10am-5pm Friday Nov. 15

Wisconsin Veteran Farm & Winery Winter Festival

Two days of food trucks, craft vendors, and small batch handcrafted wine made on-site. Live music 2-5pm on Saturday.

Wisconsin Veteran Farm & Winery
Cornell

Fairs & Festivals

noon-3pm Friday Nov. 15

The Potsdam Follies – An Ole, Lena, Sven and Margaret Comedy

Laughter will be plentiful as it is the men versus the women in this competitive talent show.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

Stage

1-2:30pm Friday Nov. 15

Death Cafe

An informal, open, and straightforward discussion about death. Attendees decide what they want to talk about.

Chippewa Falls Public Library
Chippewa Falls

Wellness

1:15pm Friday Nov. 15

Compassion Yoga For MS

Strength connections within your body, activate muscle groups along the spine, improve your breath processes and move energy.

Resilient Spark Yoga
Eau Claire

Fitness

2-5pm Friday Nov. 15

Author Open House

Enjoy free cocoa and cookies while listening to Wisconsin authors read excerpts from their work. Books will be available for purchase and signing.

Bloomer Public Library
Bloomer