Events Calendar

10:30-11:30am Wednesday Jan. 15

Itty Bitty Playtime

Connect with families who have Itty Bittys (0-23 months of age). Enjoy sensory play, stories, music, and child development activities for your littles ones.

River Source Family Center
Chippewa Falls

3-4pm Wednesday Jan. 15

Declutter to Save Money & Reduce Stress

Discover the secrets to a clutter-free home by understanding what you own and why, scheduling your decluttering sessions, and transforming your space into a tidy environment.

Chippewa Falls Public Library
Chippewa Falls

Wellness

5-6pm Wednesday Jan. 15

Book Scouts Book Club: Story Seekers

Recommended for newer independent readers who enjoy illustrated and shorter chapter books. Play games, talk about books, do crafts, and STEM projects.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

6:30-8:30pm Wednesday Jan. 15

Bachata Lessons at River Prairie Center

Spice up your winter routine with the fun and sultry dance from the Dominican Republic. No experience or partner required.

River Prairie Center
Altoona

Dance

6:30-11pm Wednesday Jan. 15

Spanish Wine Night

Savor a selection of exquisite Spanish wines while immersing yourself in the rich sounds of Spanish-inspired music.

2 Roots Gallery
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

7-8:30pm Wednesday Jan. 15

Trivia Night at The Plus

General trivia night. Current events, science, TV, history, and more. Prizes for winning teams.

The Plus
Eau Claire

7-10pm Wednesday Jan. 15

Open Mic at River Jams

Monthly open mic hosted by Dan Boetcher and James Ignacio. Musicians BYO instruments.

River Jams
Chippewa Falls

7pm Wednesday Jan. 15

Eau Claire Trivia Night

6 rounds of trivia with 9 questions each round. Prizes for 1st place teams. Changing themes, picture round, matching round, and more.

Bloomer Brewing in Downtown Eau Claire
Eau Claire

7:30pm Wednesday Jan. 15

Music Trivia - Name that Tune

Free to Play and Win Prizes.

1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 7:30pm

Big T's
Eau Claire

9pm Wednesday Jan. 15

Karaoke @ Heartbreakers

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

Heartbreakers Bar & Grill
Chippewa Falls

9:30-10:45am Thursday Jan. 16

Winter Storytime

Learning Together is storytime is for children of ages that are attending with a caregiver.

Menomonie Public Library
Menomonie

9:30-11am Thursday Jan. 16

Play & Learn

Fun & playful family connection opportunities through music & story time, crafts & healthy snacks. Each family receives one free book each month.

River Source Family Center
Chippewa Falls

9:45-11am Thursday Jan. 16

Stand in the Light Memory Choir Spring Semester - "Together We Shine"

Stand in the Light Memory Choir consists of people in the early to mid-stages of memory loss, their care partners and singing volunteers who share a love of music and singing.

Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd
Eau Claire

10am-5pm Thursday Jan. 16

Western Wisconsin to the Great American West-Schaefer/Miles Adventures in Oil Painting

Features original oil paintings and prints by the Schaefer/Miles collaborative husband-and-wife painting team based on their travels as touring artists.

Decadent Gifts and Gallery
Eau Claire

10:15-10:45am Thursday Jan. 16

On My Own Winter Storytime

For your children that are old enough and ready for a storytime learning experience all on their own.

Menomonie Public Library
Menomonie

noon-6pm Thursday Jan. 16

Western Wisconsin Camper & Boat Show

Bring the whole family to explore industry-leading brands and enter to win over $1000 in prizes.

Chippewa Valley Expo Center
Eau Claire

Recreation

5-6:30pm Thursday Jan. 16

Beach Party Exhibit Closing - On the Water

Listen to the Beach Boys, watch Annette Funicello and Frankie Avalon in Beach Blanket Bingo, enjoy summer snacks and ice cream treats, and take one last look at the “On the Water” exhibit. Learn how the Ski Sprites began from Fritz Bushendorf, one of the founders. The owner of Red Cedar Fly Fishing will be here to discuss why Northwest Wisconsin is a premier fishing destination.

Chippewa Valley Museum
Eau Claire

Museums & History

5:30-8pm Thursday Jan. 16

Two Rivers 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

6-7pm Thursday Jan. 16

NAMI Chippewa Valley Peer Support Group

A confidential and safe support group open to adults living with a mental illness or concern

Banbury Place Building #2D, Suite 301
Eau Claire

Community

6-7pm Thursday Jan. 16

Numerology Basics with Kelly Lupton

Numbers are the language of the universe, and this is how it speaks to us. The numbers in your life can help guide you to a more fulfilling, and joyful time on this plane. Join Kelly Lupton for an evening to learn the basics of numerology. Included is understanding which numbers are static and which are transmutable.

Soul and Synergy
Eau Claire

Education

6-8pm Thursday Jan. 16

Art Classes Oil/Acrylic

Max of 8 students. Bring your oil and acrylic paint. Beginner to advance welcome. Get assistance with current projects. Supplies on hand.

Decadent Gifts and Gallery
Eau Claire

6:30-9pm Thursday Jan. 16

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

7-10pm Thursday Jan. 16

Live Music: 5th Hammer

Chill Americana Grooves and the Human Condition.

2 Roots Gallery
Eau Claire

7pm Thursday Jan. 16

Free Bingo

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

Micon Downtown Cinema
Eau Claire

7:30-9pm Thursday Jan. 16

The Great DuBois

A fast-paced, high energy circus show for all ages, showcasing incredible feats of juggling, hula hoops, unicycle, aerial, circus stunts, contortion, magic and audience interaction all wrapped up in a blanket of comedy.

Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts
Menomonie

7:30pm Thursday Jan. 16

Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild: "Blithe Spirit"

A smash comedy hit concerning a cantankerous novelist haunted by the ghosts of his current and ex wife, haunting into perpetuity.

Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild
Eau Claire

7:30pm Thursday Jan. 16

Clear Water Comedy: Gena Gephart & Greg Kennedy

Gena's sharp brand of comedy reflects her dry, feminist perspective. Greg has an explosive energy and devil may care attitude.

The Plus
Eau Claire

Comedy

9am-7pm Friday Jan. 17

Friends of the Library Book Sale

Children, young adult, and adult books. Audio visual materials, and more. Saturday Bag Sale First bag $5, Second bag $3, Additional $1 each.

Chippewa Falls Public Library
Chippewa Falls

Words

10-10:30am Friday Jan. 17

Preschool Storytime

An assortment of 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

10-11am Friday Jan. 17

Over and Under the Snow Hike

Bundle up and wear good winter boots as we head on and off trails to discover what we can find over and under the snow! Register by 01/16.

Beaver Creek Reserve
Fall Creek

Outdoors

10am-5pm Friday Jan. 17

Western Wisconsin to the Great American West-Schaefer/Miles Adventures in Oil Painting

Features original oil paintings and prints by the Schaefer/Miles collaborative husband-and-wife painting team based on their travels as touring artists.

Decadent Gifts and Gallery
Eau Claire

10am-7pm Friday Jan. 17

Western Wisconsin Camper & Boat Show

Bring the whole family to explore industry-leading brands and enter to win over $1000 in prizes.

Chippewa Valley Expo Center
Eau Claire

Recreation

10:15-10:45am Friday Jan. 17

On My Own Winter Storytime

For your children that are old enough and ready for a storytime learning experience all on their own.

Menomonie Public Library
Menomonie

11am-12:30pm Friday Jan. 17

Trike Ride!

Bring your tricycle, balance bike, big wheels, or other 3 or 4 wheeled fun-size vehicles to ride around our wing of the mall.

Family Resource Center Inc.
Eau Claire

1-2:30pm Friday Jan. 17

Death Cafe

Gather together for an open and straightforward discussion about death. Not a grief group. Bring your own beverages, snacks provided.

Chippewa Falls Public Library
Chippewa Falls

Community

6:30-9pm Friday Jan. 17

ECCT Presents: Til Death Do Us Party

A hilariously chaotic evening when a bachelor and bachelorette party collide, and a murder unfolds in the chaos. Can you solve it before wedding bells toll?

The Oxford
Eau Claire

6:30-9pm Friday Jan. 17

Growlers & Giggles: Comedy Open Mic x Community

Growlers & Giggles is Eau Claire’s weekly comedy open mic at The Growler Guys. Enjoy 5-minute sets from local comedians, craft beer, and great vibes every Friday from 7-9 PM. Perfect for a casual night out with friends or to showcase your comedy skills! Admission is free.

The Growler Guys
Eau Claire

Comedy

6:30-9:30pm Friday Jan. 17

Teen Nerf Battle

An after hours teen nerf battle. Enjoy pizza and socialize before the games begin. Bring your own NERF (standard dart size only) or use one of theirs.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

6:30pm Friday Jan. 17

Eau Claire Children's Theatre: ‘Til Death Do Us Party (Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre)

When a bachelor and bachelorette party collide at the same venue, sparks fly and tensions rise, and a murder happens! Ticket includes dinner.

The Oxford
Eau Claire

7-9pm Friday Jan. 17

Live Music: Nice N' Easy

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

2 Roots Gallery
Eau Claire

7-10pm Friday Jan. 17

Live Music: Aiden Buck Trio

Aidan Buck is a trumpet player with a passion for all kinds of music, but most loves jazz. Aidan is a senior at UWEC and resides Eau Claire, Wisconsin.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

7pm Friday Jan. 17

Whiskey Bitters

Musicians Cole & Stacy are teaming up to give a twist to some new music after playing the local music scene with Bumblefist.

The Red Mixer
Eau Claire

7:30pm Friday Jan. 17

Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild: "Blithe Spirit"

A smash comedy hit concerning a cantankerous novelist haunted by the ghosts of his current and ex wife, haunting into perpetuity.

Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild
Eau Claire

7:30pm Friday Jan. 17

Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood: Asking for Trouble

Armed with their lightning-fast wits, Mochrie & Sherwood transform the audience’s suggestions into an unpredictable evening of non-stop comedy gold.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

9pm Friday Jan. 17

Karaoke @ Heartbreakers

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

Heartbreakers Bar & Grill
Chippewa Falls

9pm Friday Jan. 17

Karaoke is Back at VFW Post 305

Karaoke is back at VFW Post 305, so come on out and enjoy some great drink specials, and get a free drink for your first song.

VFW Post 305
Eau Claire