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Upcoming Events

2pm Sunday Oct. 11

Puppy Pals LIVE - The Action-Packed Comedic Stunt Dog Show

As Seen on AMERICA'S GOT TALENT, Puppy Pals Live is a family fun action-packed show where adopted and rescued dogs perform spectacular stunts and breathtaking feats.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Animals & Pets Stage & Screen

2pm Sunday Oct. 11

Menomonie Theater Guild: "Come From Away"

This award-winning musical is based on the true story that unfolded in the aftermath of the September 11, 2001 attacks when 38 planes were redirected to Gander, Canada, stranding 7,000 people in a rural town of 12,000.

Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts
Menomonie

Stage & Screen

3-5pm Sunday Oct. 11

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

Words

7-9:30pm Sunday Oct. 11

4th Annual Mt Simon Park Glow in the Dark Disc Golf Challenge

The MVP Space Race is back, a nighttime ace race featuring a two-disc glow player pack. Play two nine-hole rounds with alternate tees and two throws per hole.

Mt. Simon Park
Eau Claire

Recreation

7:30pm Sunday Oct. 11

Clear Water Comedy Presents: Emo Phillips Live

Emo Phillips has been critically acclaimed by Weird Al, Eric Idle, Patton Oswalt, Penn Gilette, Jay Leno, and The Rolling Stone. he's performed over seven thousand stand-up shows, and has performed at Carnegie Hall.

The Plus
Eau Claire

Comedy & Improv

9pm Sunday Oct. 11

Northwood Game Haven Presents: Sunday Funday - Late-Night Board Games

Board game & card game library for groups of all ages and interests. Game demos, prizes, promos, play from a selection pulling from 2,500+ games.

The Plus
Eau Claire

Games & Hobbies

All DayMonday Oct. 12

"Seeking an Upward Thermal"

This interactive visual arts exhibit explores the restorative qualities, symbolism, and fragility of birds through more than 50 works in pastel, gouache, and beadwork sculpture.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

Visual Art

10-11am Monday Oct. 12

Rural Story Times in Stanley

Join River Source staff at Stanley Library's story time. Enjoy snacks, activities, and take home a book each month.

D.R. Moon Memorial Library
Stanley

Kids

3-4:30pm Monday Oct. 12

Chippewa Valley Grief Support Group

For individuals dealing with the loss of a loved one: spouse, partner, parent, child, friend, relative, colleague. Share feelings, thoughts and concerns.

Central Lutheran Church
Chippewa Falls

Wellness

6-7:30pm Monday Oct. 12

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

Wellness Community, Neighborhoods & Civics

6:30-8:30pm Monday Oct. 12

Jackpot Bingo Night @ Growler Guys

Spin the wheel and win beer & food prizes in the first 5 rounds. If no one wins the jackpot, it increases weekly.

The Growler Guys
Eau Claire

Nightlife

7:30-9pm Monday Oct. 12

DJ Trivia @ Heartbreakers

Gift card prizes. $30 for 1st place, $20 for 2nd place, and $10 for 3rd place.

Heartbreakers Bar & Grill
Chippewa Falls

Nightlife

9pm Monday Oct. 12

Late Night Karaoke

Hosted in the bar lounge.

The Plus
Eau Claire

Nightlife

All DayTuesday Oct. 13

"Seeking an Upward Thermal"

This interactive visual arts exhibit explores the restorative qualities, symbolism, and fragility of birds through more than 50 works in pastel, gouache, and beadwork sculpture.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

Visual Art

8-9am Tuesday Oct. 13

Common Grounds: A JONAH Coffee Chat

The JONAH Voices United Task force invites you to a coffee hour to connect, share your feelings, and find shared values.

JONAH Office
Eau Claire

Community, Neighborhoods & Civics

9-11am Tuesday Oct. 13

Weekly Bird Banding

Join BCR during a weekly banding sessions to observe the process firsthand and talk with the banders themselves.

Beaver Creek Reserve
Fall Creek

10:30-10:50am Tuesday Oct. 13

Toddler Tales

For children 18 months - 2 years and their parents. Registration required.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

Kids

11am-noon Tuesday Oct. 13

New Parent (and new addition) Caregiving Support Group

A group for new parents. Connect with other caregivers, get support, and learn new skills & tools. Bring your baby to play or sleep. Sibling childcare available.

Family Resource Center Inc.
Eau Claire

Parenting

11:30am-1pm Tuesday Oct. 13

Chippewa County Veterans Service Office Outreach

CCVS conducts monthly outreach at the Bloomer Public Library. Peter Johnston will be available to answer your questions about Veterans' Benefits.

Bloomer Public Library
Bloomer

Community, Neighborhoods & Civics

3:30-4:45pm Tuesday Oct. 13

Chess Club

For chess players of all ages - including those eager to learn how to play. No sign up required.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

Games & Hobbies Socializing, Clubs, and Connection

5-6:30pm Tuesday Oct. 13

Theo's Cat Bingo!

A purrfectly fun evening at the Cat Cafe with cat-themed bingo. The excitement happens in the cafe, separate from the cats. Limit 30.

Mr. Kitty's Cat Cafe & Boutique
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

5-7pm Tuesday Oct. 13

Chicken Dinner

Oven baked chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, coleslaw, fluff, bread, milk and coffee.

American Legion Post 53
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

5-9pm Tuesday Oct. 13

BINGO at All Saints Parish Hall

Food service starts at 5pm. BINGO starts at 6:30pm.

All Saints Parish Hall
Stanley

Nightlife

5:30-6:30pm Tuesday Oct. 13

Researching Women in the American Revolution

This presentation will look at women’s role in the fight for American Independence and teach you how to research your female ancestors during this period.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

Museums & History

6-7:15pm Tuesday Oct. 13

Keeping Indoor Air Safe

Start with hands-on activities, then learn the statistics of indoor air risks, and conclude with recommendations to keep our homes and families safe.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

Green & Sustainability

6-7:15pm Tuesday Oct. 13

Recycle (and Compost) More, Waste Less: Reducing Waste in Eau Claire County

Learn about recycling in Eau Claire County from curbside pick-up to our specialty recycling programs. Discover how you can be a better recycler.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

Green & Sustainability

6-8pm Tuesday Oct. 13

Chippewa Valley Village – Monthly Handbook Walk-Through Series

A monthly support group for home-based child care providers. This year-long series walks through all aspects of provider handbooks, covering regulatory requirements and optional policies—empowering providers to make choices that fit their programs.

Wheaton Family Restaurant
Eau Claire

Kids

6:30-7:30pm Tuesday Oct. 13

October Adventures in History Book Club

Meets monthly to discuss, debate, celebrate, and share books with a historic theme.

Chippewa Valley Museum
Eau Claire

Words Museums & History

6:30-7:30pm Tuesday Oct. 13

Teen Litwits Book Club

Open to youth in grades 7-12. Join us for Teen Litwits where you can talk about books you love (or hate) without fear of non-readers getting you down. Snacks served. Copies of the current book are available for check out at the Youth Services desk. Register on library website or contact Youth Services at 715-839-5007.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

Kids

6:30-7:30pm Tuesday Oct. 13

Book 'Em Mystery Book Club

Copies of the discussion titles are available at the library about a month in advance and can be picked up at the circulation desk. Newcomers always welcome.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

Words

7-8:30pm Tuesday Oct. 13

Eau Claire Buddhist Sangha

Meditate, listen to a dharma talk, and discuss. Different topics weekly. All are welcome. Meditation instruction available.

Tuesdays, 7-8:30pm

Unity of Eau Claire
Eau Claire

Wellness

7-9pm Tuesday Oct. 13

Amp Quiz Trivia @ Tomahawk Room

Enjoy this cozy hometown place that is perfect to gather friends and show off your trivial knowledge. Great drinks flow while top teams win prizes every Tuesday.

Tomahawk Room
Chippewa Falls

Nightlife

7-9pm Tuesday Oct. 13

Music Bingo

FREE music bingo, hosted by Becca.

5 O'Clock Club
Eau Claire

Nightlife

7-10pm Tuesday Oct. 13

Open Mic Night at The Plus

Music, comedy, and spoken word performances. Musicians perform two songs; poets and comedians get five minutes. Sign-up list goes out at 6pm; 8 slots for musicians/poets, 16 for comedians.

The Plus
Eau Claire

Comedy & Improv

7pm Tuesday Oct. 13

World Ballet Company: Swan Lake With a LIVE Orchestra

The world's most iconic ballet, live on stage. Features a cast of 50 international dancers and 150+ radiant hand-sewn costumes, hand-crafted sets and an unforgettable score.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Stage & Screen

7:30pm Tuesday Oct. 13

Haut Hosted Hijinks - Adult Toy Bingo

A high energy night with laughs, drinks, and spicy prizes.

The Tipsy Elk
Elk Mound

Nightlife

8pm Tuesday Oct. 13

Cosmic Otter Club

Peter from Buffalo Galaxy, hosts with new musicians every week.

The Mousetrap
Eau Claire

Music

7:30am-1pm Wednesday Oct. 14

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

10am-4pm Wednesday Oct. 14

Menomonie Farmers Market

Local growers, makers, and artists that bring seasonal goods and handcrafted products. Live music, demos, kids activities and more.

Wilson Park
Menomonie

Food & Drink Farmers Markets

10:15-10:45am Wednesday Oct. 14

Toddler Storytime

Geared for 2-3 year olds and their caregivers. 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

Kids

noon Wednesday Oct. 14

Jonny Lyons’ Tribute to Elvis and Cash

From rockabilly swagger to heartfelt ballads, this tribute captures the soul, grit, and golden era of rock and country music—delivering a nostalgic journey that leaves audiences cheering for more.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

Music

1-3pm Wednesday Oct. 14

Medicare and You

Presented by Benefit Specialists who are certified and trained State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) Counselors who offer unbiased information.

Chippewa County Courthouse
Chippewa Falls

Community, Neighborhoods & Civics Seniors

2-5pm Wednesday Oct. 14

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

5-7pm Wednesday Oct. 14

Breathwork Sessions

The sessions combine intentional breathing techniques with immersive music, guided visualization, affirmations, and somatic practices.

Everest Collective
Eau Claire

Wellness

5-8pm Wednesday Oct. 14

The Valley Silent Book Club

Read silently together as a community. Bring your own book to read, order yourself a beverage and enjoy the calm atmosphere. All are welcome.

SHIFT
Eau Claire

Words Socializing, Clubs, and Connection

5:30-6:30pm Wednesday Oct. 14

3D Print Design Workshop: Photographic Light Ornaments

Use a specialized software to converter your image into a lithophane 3D model to be 3D printed. You can even submit a request to have it printed using the library's 3D printing service.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

Crafting & Making

5:30-6:30pm Wednesday Oct. 14

3D Print Design Workshop: Photographic Light Ornaments

Did you know you can 3D print a photo? Turn any photo-quality image into a decorative ornament. You can use your own digital photos or generate themed images with the help of AI during the workshop.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

Kids Crafting & Making

5:30pm Wednesday Oct. 14