Events Calendar

10am-5pm Friday Nov. 6

Celebrating Fiber Arts

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

Wellness Seniors Animals & Pets

10am-5pm Friday Nov. 6

Scavenger Hunt

Bring the kids to complete a fun and engaging scavenger hunt in the orchard and redeem a prize. While weather permits.

The Glass Orchard
Eau Claire

Kids Fall Fun

10:15-10:45am Friday Nov. 6

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

Kids

1-2pm Friday Nov. 6

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

4-7pm Friday Nov. 6

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

4:30-7:30pm Friday Nov. 6

Lima's Fish Fry

Baked or batter fried fish along with Lima's tartar sauce, potato salad, coleslaw, french fries and a cupcake. Coffee, milk, and water provided at your table. Dine-in, or drive-thru available until 7am.

Durand, Holy Rosary Parish
Durand

Food & Drink

5-8:30pm Friday Nov. 6

Police vs Fire Charity Hockey Game

First responders from across the Chippewa Valley will hit the ice this November in an inaugural charity hockey game, presented by Altoona Youth Hockey, to raise money for Kids N' Cops and Coats for Kids.

Altoona Sports Center
Altoona

Causes & Charities Spectator Sports

6-8pm Friday Nov. 6

Live Music: Sue Orfield Jazz Trio

Sue Orfield is a tenor saxophonist and vocalist based in the Chippewa Valley. A prolific recording artist, she has contributed to hundreds of albums throughout her career and continues to perform and tour internationally.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

7:30-9pm Friday Nov. 6

Chippewa Valley Jazz Orchestra w/ Steven Hobert

CVJO is joined by Steven Hobert, UWEC Jazz program alumnus, celebrated pianist and composer with a transportive sound with music described as sincere, playful, and viscerally inspiring.

Pablo Center at the Confluence - Jamf Theater
Eau Claire

7:30-9:30pm Friday Nov. 6

Final Judgement

A one-hour completely improvised version of a daytime judge show where plaintiff and defendant argue their cases before a judge.

Oh Claire Improv
Eau Claire

Comedy & Improv

7:30pm Friday Nov. 6

Guitarra Azul

Guitarra Azul ignites the stage with a passionate fusion of flamenco fire, Latin jazz soul, and world music rhythms that stir the spirit and move the body

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

7:30pm Friday Nov. 6

First Fridays Faculty Recital Series: Music of Gabriel Fauré

An evening of music by French composer Gabriel Fauré, including his sonatas for violin and piano, cello and piano, trio for clarinet, cello, and piano.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

7:30pm Friday Nov. 6

The King & Cash Tribute

Joe Sir performs the songs from the different periods of Elvis’ and Johnny’s career: the early hits of the 50’s and 60’s, the Gospel music, and finally songs from their later years where they left their imprint forever.

Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts
Menomonie

All DaySaturday Nov. 7

Michael J Peterson

Acoustic Cafe - Eau Claire
Eau Claire

Open Houses & Shopping Crafting & Making

9am-noon Saturday Nov. 7

Mini Harvest Market

Selling take home meals, jams & jellies, baked goods, candy, dry bean soup mix, greeting cards, sun catchers, zipper pulls, and more. Complimentary coffee & cookies until 11:30am.

Lake Street United Methodist Church
Eau Claire

9am-2pm Saturday Nov. 7

Saving Grace Lutheran Church Bazaar and Bake Sale

Silent auction, baked goods, and vendor sale including crafts, knitting, sewing, decor, holiday, and more.

Saving Grace Lutheran Church
Eau Claire

Food & Drink Open Houses & Shopping Holiday

9am-2pm Saturday Nov. 7

Flynn Fall Market

50+ local crafters & vendors. Amazing prize drawings. Raises funds for student events, field trips, staff appreciation and more at Flynn Elementary.

Flynn Elementary School
Eau Claire

Open Houses & Shopping Holiday

9:10-10am Saturday Nov. 7

Zumba with PS-Get Fit, LLC

No experience is needed and all activity levels are supported. First class is always free.

Lake Wissota Chiropractic & Wellness
Chippewa Falls

Fitness

9:30am-2:30pm Saturday Nov. 7

Family Resource Center's Dolly Parton Imagination Library Public Launch Party

A community celebration of reading. Come for book readings, raffles, crafts, activities, and more. Talk to your children about their favorite books and have their pictures taken with their book and ‘Dolly’ to thank her for this wonderful program.

Family Resource Center Inc.
Eau Claire

Kids

9:30am-3:30pm Saturday Nov. 7

Sew Full of Hope Quilt Tour

Six local quilting guilds will display quilts at Our Savior's Lutheran Church, Christ Lutheran Church, First Congregational UCC, and Cedarbrook Church, supporting Bridge to Hope.

Four Participating Locations

10-11am Saturday Nov. 7

Goat Yoga

A relaxing yoga session with some gentle stretches and calm while being nudged and nuzzled with playful goats.

Hidden Timber Soul Sanctuary
Fall Creek

Fitness

10am-noon Saturday Nov. 7

Knit & Crochet Club

Bring your projects for coffee, company, and a selection of knitting and crochet books to browse.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

10am-noon Saturday Nov. 7

Developing a Sketchbook Practice + Open Art Lab

Find the dedicated time and space to explore drawing from observation in this welcoming class and open art lab sessions at UW-Stout Polytechnic.

UW-Stout Polytechnic Micheels Hall
Menomonie

10am-12:30pm Saturday Nov. 7

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

Words Seniors

10am-2pm Saturday Nov. 7

Mussel Minds

Learn about the unknown creatures protecting our waters - Freshwater Mussels! Register by 11/04.

Beaver Creek Reserve
Fall Creek

Outdoors

10am-4pm Saturday Nov. 7

Joyful Abstraction in Acrylic Instructor Kay Brathol-Hostvet

Learn about composition, color combinations, and textures while creating fun non-representational or abstract paintings in versatile acrylic paint.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

10am-5pm Saturday Nov. 7

Projects on the Porch (P.O.P)

Drop-in glass fusing activity most Saturdays and Sundays in the fall. See website for exact dates, times, and available projects.

The Glass Orchard
Eau Claire

Visual Art Crafting & Making

10am-5pm Saturday Nov. 7

Scavenger Hunt

Bring the kids to complete a fun and engaging scavenger hunt in the orchard and redeem a prize. While weather permits.

The Glass Orchard
Eau Claire

Kids Fall Fun

10am Saturday Nov. 7

Joyful Abstraction in Acrylic

Learn about basic composition and color combinations while creating non-representational or abstract paintings in acrylic. Working from small value studies and intuitive design and color, create two playful paintings.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

10am Saturday Nov. 7

Winter Porch Pot Class

Class includes a 5lb bundle of mixed evergreens, a pot filled with dirt, one stem of decorative berries, a quick demo, lots of help, and holiday inspiration.

May’s Floral Garden
Eau Claire

Holiday Crafting & Making Home & Garden

10:30-11:30am Saturday Nov. 7

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

Kids

10:30-11:30am Saturday Nov. 7

Raising a Nation: The Childcare Crisis and the Future of Families

Author Elliot Haspel explores the history, realities, and future of childcare in America. Registration required on library website.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

Community, Neighborhoods & Civics Parenting

1-2pm Saturday Nov. 7

Live Hot Glass Demonstrations

See first hand how The Glass Orchard works with molten glass. These demos offer a glimpse into what goes into each and every piece they make in their studio.

The Glass Orchard
Eau Claire