Events Calendar

Community, Neighborhoods & Civics

6-8pm Thursday Nov. 12

Common Ground Open Mic

A space for civic dialogue through the power of the spoken word. An evening of personal perspective on the issues that shape our lives.

SHIFT
Eau Claire

6:30-7pm Thursday Nov. 12

PJ Story Night

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

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

6:30-7:45pm Thursday Nov. 12

Reiki Infused Yin Yoga

Yin Yoga combined with Reiki offers a harmonious blend of gentle movement and energy healing

The Kaleidoscope Wellness Studio
Eau Claire

Wellness

6:30-8pm Thursday Nov. 12

Just Dance! Ecstatic Dance Eau Claire

No steps, no partners, and no judgment. Just you and the music, moving freely under the open sky. A practice rooted in freedom of movement.

Unity of Eau Claire
Eau Claire

Dance

7-8:30pm Thursday Nov. 12

DRAG BINGO with Khloe Wold

Khloe Wold is back to take over game night. Free bingo, killer prizes, and food and drink. Roll in at 7pm and get ready to shout BINGO like you mean it.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

7-9pm Thursday Nov. 12

Music Bingo @ On the Rocks

Free to play, prizes to win, Rolling progressive Jackpot.

On The Rocks
Chippewa Falls

7pm Thursday Nov. 12

Haut Hosted Hijinks- Karaoke

Grab a drink and pick a song for a night of karaoke, bar room sing-a-longs, and chaos.

River Jams
Chippewa Falls

7:30pm Thursday Nov. 12

Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild Presents: Alanis Morisette's "Jagged Little Pill"

Glen Ballard, lyrics by Morissette, and book by Diablo Cody, with additional music by Michael Farrell and Guy Sigsworth.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

10am-5pm Friday Nov. 13

Explore the world of fiber arts experienced through traditional techniques that transform the medium of fiber into creative works of art. These techniques include quilting, weaving, embroidery, dying, felting and more.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

Visual Art

10:15-10:45am Friday Nov. 13

Preschool Storytime

An assortment of age-appropriate stories, rhymes, fingerplays, flannels, music, and movement to help your child develop early literacy and school readiness skills.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

Wellness Seniors Animals & Pets

1-2pm Friday Nov. 13

Reminiscing on the Ranch

For adults living with dementia and their care partners. A special weekly opportunity to connect with horses in a small group setting. RSVP and Registration Packet required.

Trinity Equestrian Center
Eau Claire

3-7pm Friday Nov. 13

Junkin' Market Days

A two-day indoor shopping market featuring vintage, upcycled, repurposed, shabby chic and farmhouse decor, along with boutique clothing, jewelry, candles, bath and body products, and gourmet food items.

Eau Claire Event District - High Country
Eau Claire

Open Houses & Shopping Thrifting

4-5pm Friday Nov. 13

Ping Pong and Pizza

Meets the 2nd Fridays of the month. No sign up required.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

6-7:15pm Friday Nov. 13

Into Stillness: Yin, Yoga Nidra, and Soundbath

Move slowly through Yin postures to soften the body, then enjoy Yoga Nidra, a guided practice of conscious deep rest, with soothing vibrations of crystal bowls.

Habitual Yoga Space
Eau Claire

Wellness

6:30-8:30pm Friday Nov. 13

Tween NERF Night

An after hours Tween Nerf Night! Bring your own Nerf gun or use theirs. No automatic blasters, please.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

7:30pm Friday Nov. 13

Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild Presents: Alanis Morisette's "Jagged Little Pill"

Glen Ballard, lyrics by Morissette, and book by Diablo Cody, with additional music by Michael Farrell and Guy Sigsworth.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

7:30pm Friday Nov. 13

Tell Me Lies - A Fleetwood Mac Tribute

TELL ME LIES captures the unforgettable soaring harmonies, tight musicianship, and the emotional intensity of Fleetwood Mac.

Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts
Menomonie

7:30pm Friday Nov. 13

Eau Claire Children's Theater: "A Year with Frog and Toad"

Arnold Lobel’s well-loved characters hop from the page to the stage. Featuring a jazzy, upbeat score, A Year with Frog and Toad is part vaudeville, part make-believe, and all charm.

The Oxford
Eau Claire

8am-noon Saturday Nov. 14

Chippewa Valley Woodturning Guild: Open House

Chippewa Valley Woodturning Guild: Open House with woodturning demonstration at 9am.

Eau Claire Insulation
Eau Claire

Open Houses & Shopping Thrifting

9am-3pm Saturday Nov. 14

Junkin' Market Days

Eau Claire Event District - High Country
Eau Claire

9am-4pm Saturday Nov. 14

Beginning Oil Painting I Instructor Naomi Tiry Salgado

Designed for absolute beginners, this intro course covers the essential foundations of oil painting. All materials provided. Bring a sack lunch.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

10am-12:30pm Saturday Nov. 14

Life Writing Instructors: Patti See and Bruce Taylor [4 Class Event]

This workshop is perfect for writers of all levels, offering guidance and practice in "life writing" across genres like autobiographies, blogs, memoirs, and more.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

10am-2pm Saturday Nov. 14

Clear Water Fiber Guild

For the knitter/crocheter, weaver, dyer, or someone new to the fiber arts/textile crafts who is looking for a social group.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

10:30-11:30am Saturday Nov. 14

Pablo Center ARTmobile @ the Library

Hands-on projects that will inspire everyone! The ARTmobile connects people of all ages to the visual arts through fun and relevant art projects with an educational component. Parent/Caregiver support recommended.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

10:30am-noon Saturday Nov. 14

Bring Your Own Book Club

Instead of reading a predetermined title, participants meet to talk about what they’re currently reading and get suggestions for new titles to try.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

11am Saturday Nov. 14

Eau Claire Children's Theater: "A Year with Frog and Toad"

Arnold Lobel’s well-loved characters hop from the page to the stage. Featuring a jazzy, upbeat score, A Year with Frog and Toad is part vaudeville, part make-believe, and all charm.

The Oxford
Eau Claire

noon-8pm Saturday Nov. 14

Cousins Maine Lobster - Minneapolis Truck

This seafood truck brings delicious lobster goodies. Order at the truck or online on the app ahead of time and skip the line.

The Brewing Projekt
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

noon Saturday Nov. 14

My Name is America featuring Danville

An acoustic program that reflects on the nation’s past, present, and hopes for the future. The evening will weave together songs of liberty, justice, unity, and the ongoing pursuit of peace and freedom.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

1:30pm Saturday Nov. 14

Eau Claire Children's Theater: "A Year with Frog and Toad"

Arnold Lobel’s well-loved characters hop from the page to the stage. Featuring a jazzy, upbeat score, A Year with Frog and Toad is part vaudeville, part make-believe, and all charm.

The Oxford
Eau Claire

2:30-4pm Saturday Nov. 14

Crafternoon at the Library

An afternoon of crafting at the library. Sign up will be available the first of the month as well as an example or description of the month's craft.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

4-6pm Saturday Nov. 14

Eau Claire Irish Session

Gather with your friends and family among local Traditional Irish Music enthusiasts, as area musicians enjoy some foot tapping jigs, reels, hornpipes, polkas and more.

2 Roots Gallery
Eau Claire

5-8:30pm Saturday Nov. 14

The Ultimate Bar Challenge @ The Growler Guys

Play a random bar skill game (beer pong, quarters, darts, or flip cup) for prizes. Sign-ups begin at 5pm, with preliminary skill games at 7pm, followed by a jackpot round.

The Growler Guys
Eau Claire

6:30pm Saturday Nov. 14

Pulse of Annihilation Tour: Psycroptic with Inferi, Cognitive, Summoning the Lich

Tasmanian death metal band Psycroptic headlines a four-band bill with Inferi, Cognitive, and Summoning the Lich.

Zymurgy Brewing
Menomonie

7:30-9pm Saturday Nov. 14

Lady Power Hour

The Chippewa Valley's funniest women performing stand-up, solo sketch, improv, and more.

Oh Claire Improv
Eau Claire

Comedy & Improv

7:30pm Saturday Nov. 14

Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild Presents: Alanis Morisette's "Jagged Little Pill"

Glen Ballard, lyrics by Morissette, and book by Diablo Cody, with additional music by Michael Farrell and Guy Sigsworth.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

7:30pm Saturday Nov. 14

Pinery Boys & True Grass Bluegrass

The Pinery Boys are an American folk music group from the Upper Midwest. TrueGrass specializes in reviving music of the old-time masters, adapting modern material to the bluegrass idiom.

Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts
Menomonie

1:30pm Sunday Nov. 15

Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild Presents: Alanis Morisette's "Jagged Little Pill"

Glen Ballard, lyrics by Morissette, and book by Diablo Cody, with additional music by Michael Farrell and Guy Sigsworth.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

1:30pm Sunday Nov. 15

Eau Claire Children's Theater: "A Year with Frog and Toad"

Arnold Lobel’s well-loved characters hop from the page to the stage. Featuring a jazzy, upbeat score, A Year with Frog and Toad is part vaudeville, part make-believe, and all charm.

The Oxford
Eau Claire

3-5pm Sunday Nov. 15

Shut Up & Write - Downtown Eau Claire

75 minutes of silent writing time plus the chance to build community with fellow writers. No read-alouds, no critiques, no pressure.

SHIFT
Eau Claire

10-11:30am Monday Nov. 16

Sensory-friendly Playgroup

This playgroup is for children who may feel overwhelmed in busy or noisy play environments. A playgroup where kids can move and explore at their own pace and where parents feel supported and understood.

River Source Family Center
Chippewa Falls

10am-5pm Monday Nov. 16

Celebrating Fiber Arts

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

Visual Art

4:30-6pm Monday Nov. 16

Kids in the Kitchen: Fall Flavors

Join 4-H in exploring flavors of fall—apples, squash, pumpkin, and more. Bake and cook in-season produce and explore cozy flavors in a hands-on celebration of the autumn season.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

Wellness Community, Neighborhoods & Civics

5-6pm Monday Nov. 16

Lies, Libel, and the First Amendment: The Story Behind Dominion v. Fox

Media lawyer and author Ian Rosenberg takes audiences inside lies, libel, the “actual malice” standard, and what this consequential lawsuit means for journalism, the First Amendment, and American democracy.

UWEC Centennial Hall, Room 1804
Eau Claire

Forums

6-7:30pm Monday Nov. 16

NAMI Chippewa Valley LGBTQIA+ Peer Support Group

A peer support group for LGBTQIA+ adults who are living with a mental health condition. Individuals who are still questioning or do not have specific labels for themselves are welcome. This is a gender-affirming space.

Chippewa Valley LGBT Community Center
Eau Claire

6:30-8pm Monday Nov. 16

Writing for Your Life: One Story and a Time

The instructor—an award-winning author who offers decades of teaching, writing, editing, and publishing experience—will provide encouragement and guidance as you write your own story.

Online through UWEC Continuing Education