Events Calendar

6:30pm Wednesday Nov. 13

Author Visit: Jamie Lockwood

Author Jamie Lockwood will read from her memoir, Putting Myself Back Together, which chronicles her journey from surviving domestic abuse to reclaiming her life.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

6:30pm Wednesday Nov. 13

Salsa Dancing Series

Perfect for beginners or dancers wanting to improve their skills. Each class will have a simple warm-up, instructed footwork, and then partner dancing.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Dance

7:30pm Wednesday Nov. 13

Blitzen Trapper

Blitzen Trapper's production is intoxicating, blending lo-fi intimacy and trippy psychedelia into a mesmerizing swirl of analog and electronic sounds.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

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

Haas Fine Arts Center
Eau Claire

Crafting & Making Holiday

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

Kids

10am-4pm Thursday Nov. 14

Spruce Up Winter Workshop - Porch Pot or Wreath

Greenhouse pros guide you and your friends in creating unique containers or wreaths for this holiday season.

Down To Earth Garden Center
Eau Claire

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

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

Kids

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

6-7pm Thursday Nov. 14

The Blue Trunk debut novel by Ann E. Lowry

Eau Claire native Ann Lowry will discuss her novel, The Blue Trunk, and the ways in which failing to uncover the secrets of her long-lost great-great aunt led to healing through writing historical fiction.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
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

Kids

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

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

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

7-9pm Thursday Nov. 14

Fall Movie Series: Jurassic Park

Movie night is getting prehistoric! Come to The Brewing Projekt for our Fall Movie Series featuring Jurassic Park. Take it back with this action-packed 1993 thriller that started a franchise. Enjoy a craft beverage and go on an adventure 65 million years in the making.

The Brewing Projekt
Eau Claire

Movies

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

9am-2pm Friday Nov. 15

Chippewa Falls Taco Bell Grand Opening Fiesta

Be one of the first 50 customers in line starting at 9 am and receive Free Taco Bell for a Year*.

Taco Bell
Chippewa Falls

Food & Drink

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