Events Calendar

1:30pm Sunday Jan. 17

Eau Claire Children's Theater: "Mean Girls"

Based on the classic 2004 classic comedy film written by Tina Fey, new girl Cady Heron contends with "The Plastics" and their charming but ruthless leader Regina George.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

2-4pm Sunday Jan. 17

Pop Wagner

His cowboy anthems crackle with the warmth of a prairie campfire and his old time fiddle tunes set toes a-tappin' while he serves up spellbinding rope tricks and tall stories.

Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts
Menomonie

Music Stage & Screen

3-5pm Sunday Jan. 17

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

3pm Sunday Jan. 17

Sunday Drop-In Curling League

Join a relaxed Sunday Drop-In League for anyone who has curled before.

Eau Claire Curling Club
Eau Claire

Recreation

All DayMonday Jan. 18

School's Out Open Skating

School’s Out Skating dates are modified open skating hours that coordinate with the ECASD academic calendar. When school is out, grab a friend and skate at Hobb's.

Hobbs Ice Arena
Eau Claire

Kids Holiday

6:30-8:30pm Monday Jan. 18

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

7-8:30pm Monday Jan. 18

DJ Trivia @ Ritz on the River

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

The Ritz on the River
Chippewa Falls

7-9pm Monday Jan. 18

DJ Bingo at VFW 305 Starr

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

VFW Post 305
Eau Claire

Community, Neighborhoods & Civics

8-9am Tuesday Jan. 19

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

10am-noon Tuesday Jan. 19

Word Weavers (Altoona Public Library Writer's Group)

Share and give feedback to help each other become the best writers you can be. Bring original work to share, up to 1,000 words.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

Words

11-11:50am Tuesday Jan. 19

Women's Sober Strong Support Meetings

This welcoming and supportive gathering provides a safe space for women to connect, share their experiences, and find encouragement along their recovery journey.

Eau Claire YMCA
Eau Claire

Wellness Women

7-8:30pm Tuesday Jan. 19

Meditation & Buddhism: Weekly Gathering

Join the Eau Claire Buddhist Sangha for three 30-minute segments: silent meditation, a talk on the Buddha’s teachings, and group discussion.

Unity of Eau Claire
Eau Claire

Wellness

7-9pm Tuesday Jan. 19

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

7-9pm Tuesday Jan. 19

Music Bingo

FREE music bingo, hosted by Becca.

5 O'Clock Club
Eau Claire

7-9pm Tuesday Jan. 19

DJ Bingo @ Seymour Swigs

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

Seymour Swigs
Eau Claire

8pm Tuesday Jan. 19

Cosmic Otter Club

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

The Mousetrap
Eau Claire

9pm-1am Tuesday Jan. 19

Karaoke @ Big T's

Hosted by DJ Kramer.

1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month

Big T's
Eau Claire

Career & Professional Development

8am-noon Wednesday Jan. 20

AI: Foundations, Ethics and Practical Skills

Build confidence using AI at work. Learn foundational concepts, identify workplace applications, evaluate risks and AI outputs, and apply generative AI tools to improve productivity and everyday tasks.

The Sonnentag Event Center
Eau Claire

Education

8:30am-12:30pm Wednesday Jan. 20

Ethics and Boundaries: Compassion Fatigue, Burnout, and Self Care

Research has shown that practicing self-care can lead to greater job satisfaction among human service professionals. When their own well-being is prioritized, they are better equipped to support their clients and navigate the challenges of their work.

Online through UWEC Continuing Education

noon-1pm Wednesday Jan. 20

QuickBooks Online Q&A Drop-In Session

Bring your QuickBooks Online questions to this free monthly Q&A hosted by kCole Bookkeeping & Small Business Consulting. Small-business owners can drop in for a few minutes or stay for the full hour to get straightforward answers in a relaxed, no-pressure setting.

Event Hosted Online

Education Business & Entrepreneurship

5:30-6:30pm Wednesday Jan. 20

Nia Joyful Dance! Movement for Body, Mind and Spirit

Nia is the "Love your Body" workout, combining both choreographed and free form movement from the martial arts, dance and mindfulness.

Bella Black - Banbury Place BLD 13 Suite 122

Wellness

7-8:30pm Wednesday Jan. 20

DJ Trivia at Dick's On 12

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

Dick's on 12
Fall Creek

7-8:30pm Wednesday Jan. 20

DJ Trivia @ Old Bloomer Brewery

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

Old Bloomer Brewery
Bloomer

7-8:30pm Wednesday Jan. 20

DJ Trivia at West Hill Bar

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

West Hill Bar & Grill
Chippewa Falls

7-9pm Wednesday Jan. 20

DJ Trivia @ On the Rocks

Play in a group / Team or by yourself and check your Trivia skills. Cash Prizes for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place each week.

On The Rocks
Chippewa Falls

6:15-9pm Thursday Jan. 21

'Table-Hop' Gaming

They'll pair you into 2v2 teams and every round you'll hop to a new table with a new partner and a quick, easy game. 3 rounds, prizes every round. Food, drinks, and snacks.

Northwood Game Haven
Chippewa Falls

Games & Hobbies

6:30-8pm Thursday Jan. 21

Trivia Night @ Valley Burger Market on River

Hosted by Magical Moments DJ. Win Valley Burger merch & gift cards.

Market on River
Chippewa Falls

7:30pm Thursday Jan. 21

Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild: "Steel Magnolias"

Filled with gossipy Southern ladies and humorous verbal sparring, this wonderful show will make you laugh out loud and maybe shed a little tear.

The Grand Theatre
Eau Claire

7:30pm Thursday Jan. 21

UWEC Cabaret Productions: The Universe

UWEC Music and Theatre Arts Department presents their annual Cabaret show. Featuring UWEC Choirs, Jazz, Orchestra, and Theatre.

Ojibwe Ballroom, Davies Center, UW-Eau Claire
Eau Claire

All DayFriday Jan. 22

School's Out Open Skating

School’s Out Skating dates are modified open skating hours that coordinate with the ECASD academic calendar. When school is out, grab a friend and skate at Hobb's.

Hobbs Ice Arena
Eau Claire

Kids Holiday

4-7pm Friday Jan. 22

St Olaf Men's Club Fish Fry Fundraiser

All-You-Can-Eat Fish Fry with deep-fried or baked fish, baked potato or fries, mac-n-cheese, choice of beans, plus cole slaw, salad bar and beverage.

St Olaf Parish Center
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

6:30pm Friday Jan. 22

Eau Claire Children's Theater: "Murder at the Family Reunion Dinner Theatre"

Don’t miss this chance to get together, because nothing unites a family more than gossiping about the people missing. Or bringing up a 20-year grudge that leads to murder.

The Oxford
Eau Claire

7-11pm Friday Jan. 22

The Dose: A Psychedelic Comedy Show (2 Shows)

A fully immersive psychedelic comedy experience featuring nationally touring comedians (seen on HBO, Comedy Central, Netflix, and more). Includes a DJ set, visuals, and performances before and during the show.

The Plus
Eau Claire

Comedy & Improv

7:30pm Friday Jan. 22

Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild: "Steel Magnolias"

Filled with gossipy Southern ladies and humorous verbal sparring, this wonderful show will make you laugh out loud and maybe shed a little tear.

The Grand Theatre
Eau Claire

7:30pm Friday Jan. 22

UWEC Cabaret Productions: The Universe

UWEC Music and Theatre Arts Department presents their annual Cabaret show. Featuring UWEC Choirs, Jazz, Orchestra, and Theatre.

Ojibwe Ballroom, Davies Center, UW-Eau Claire
Eau Claire

1pm Saturday Jan. 23

Shucked

This Broadway hit about an an unlikely hero, an unscrupulous con artist, and a battle for the heart and soil of a small town, is not to be missed.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

1:30-3pm Saturday Jan. 23

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

Crafting & Making

2pm Saturday Jan. 23

UWEC Cabaret Productions: The Universe

UWEC Music and Theatre Arts Department presents their annual Cabaret show. Featuring UWEC Choirs, Jazz, Orchestra, and Theatre.

Ojibwe Ballroom, Davies Center, UW-Eau Claire
Eau Claire

6-9pm Saturday Jan. 23

Saturday Night Curling Open House

Learn to curl on Saturday nights with friendly instructors (registration required, no experience needed).

Eau Claire Curling Club
Eau Claire

Recreation

6:30pm Saturday Jan. 23

Eau Claire Children's Theater: "Murder at the Family Reunion Dinner Theatre"

Don’t miss this chance to get together, because nothing unites a family more than gossiping about the people missing. Or bringing up a 20-year grudge that leads to murder.

The Oxford
Eau Claire