Events Calendar

All DayWednesday Nov. 25

Family Escape Room

Find hidden keys and clues to solve a series of puzzles and successfully ‘escape’ the room!

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

All DayWednesday Nov. 25

“Found Objects Find Me” is the foundation of abstract, multidisciplinary artist Michael Peterson. Born and raised in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, he is a true townie and an U.S. Air Force veteran. His military service opened the door to higher education and exposed him to European Masters and contemporary artists while stationed in West Germany.

Acoustic Cafe - Eau Claire
Eau Claire

All DayWednesday Nov. 25

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

All DayWednesday Nov. 25

The History of Crimmigration

A UW-Eau Claire student in the McNair Scholars Program visualizes the History of USA Crimmigration—the concept of criminalizing immigrants— in a series of oil paintings now displayed at the Pablo Center. Each canvas depicts a moment that affected policy, racial dynamics, and expresses the importance of having a political voice.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

All DayWednesday Nov. 25

Sarah Williams Exhibition

This 2 month exhibition features paintings of birds, animals, flowers and landscapes. The pieces are done in acrylic and watercolors. In addition to painting, Sarah enjoys experimenting in glass fusing and jewelry making. Sarah is a member of the Valley Art Association and the Chippewa Valley Watercolor Artists.

Country Inn & Suites
Chippewa Falls

10am Wednesday Nov. 25

Kids Porch Pot Class

Make a festive porch pot with your child. Each child receives a small pot with dirt, mixed greens, 1 pinecone, 1 bow, and an ornament. Adults are welcome to make their own pot ($45) during class.

May’s Floral Garden
Eau Claire

10:15-10:45am Wednesday Nov. 25

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

2-5pm Wednesday Nov. 25

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 Seniors

5-8pm Wednesday Nov. 25

Thanksgiving Eve Dessert Beers Tasting Event

Try an array of various dessert beers. At 8pm, they will give out a crowler of each featured dessert beer to lucky patrons.

The Growler Guys
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

5-11pm Wednesday Nov. 25

The Lakely’s 9th Annual FRIENDSGIVING CELEBRATION w/ Uncommon Denominator

A nine-year annual party at the Lakely, the night before Thanksgiving when old friends roll back into town and new memories are made.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

5:30-6:30pm Wednesday Nov. 25

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

6:30-7:30pm Wednesday Nov. 25

Yin Yoga & Meditation

This practice targets the connective tissues reducing inflammation & promoting relaxation.

The Kaleidoscope Wellness Studio
Eau Claire

6:30pm Wednesday Nov. 25

Weekly Cribbage Tourney

A weekly Cribbage Tourney. Enjoy local craft beer, say the number 15 a lot out loud, win prizes.

Modicum Brewing Co.
Eau Claire

Games & Hobbies

7-8:30pm Wednesday Nov. 25

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 Nov. 25

Name That Tune Trivia at The Plus: 80s Pop Edition

Identify the artist and song title from audio clips. One point per correct answer. Maximum six players per team. Prizes for the top three teams.

The Plus
Eau Claire

7-8:30pm Wednesday Nov. 25

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 Nov. 25

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 Nov. 25

Bingo @ Heartbreakers

Free to play Bingo. It is 11 rounds. The 11th round you play for a progressive cash pot. Must be 18 to play no exceptions. All prizes provided are adult centered. Food and drink specials.

Heartbreakers Bar & Grill
Chippewa Falls

7-9pm Wednesday Nov. 25

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

7pm Wednesday Nov. 25

Packers Watch Party

Cheer on the Green and Gold at Cowboy Jack’s. Catch the Packers game with food, drinks and a great game-day atmosphere.

Cowboy Jack's Altoona
Altoona

Spectator Sports

7:30-9pm Wednesday Nov. 25

A Thanksgiving Improv Show

A 1 hour long improv show with audience participation with Thanksgiving themes for your "Blackout Wednesday" night before seeing the family on Thanksgiving.

Oh Claire Improv
Eau Claire

Comedy & Improv Holiday

8-11pm Wednesday Nov. 25

The Lakely's Annual Friendsgiving featuring Uncommon Denominator

Gather with friends for food, craft cocktails, and live music. The Lakely Open Mic 5-7:30pm, Uncommon Denominator 8-11pm. Each ticket includes a free draft Spotted Cow.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

All DayThursday Nov. 26

Family Escape Room

Find hidden keys and clues to solve a series of puzzles and successfully ‘escape’ the room!

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

All DayThursday Nov. 26

Michael J Peterson

Acoustic Cafe - Eau Claire
Eau Claire

All DayThursday Nov. 26

The History of Crimmigration

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

All DayThursday Nov. 26

Sarah Williams Exhibition

Country Inn & Suites
Chippewa Falls

10-10:45am Thursday Nov. 26

Storytime

Explore the 4 "S's" - stories, singing, sensory skills, and social interaction. Children will enjoy a short playtime, themed stories, songs and activities.

Bloomer Public Library
Bloomer

4:30-6pm Thursday Nov. 26

Chippewa Valley Trauma Support Circle weekly meeting

CVTSC is a peer-to-peer in-person group for survivors of trauma and complex trauma to find support, community, and healing

Unity of Eau Claire
Eau Claire

Visual Art Crafting & Making

6-8pm Thursday Nov. 26

After School Special - Beginning Painting [6 Week Course]

This six-week course dives into and expands upon the ideas of what makes a good painting and how to get there. Focus on technique, such as value scales, color mixing and theory, perspective, and more while keeping it fun for your creative kiddo. Sessions include all materials, including acrylics and watercolor paints.

New Heights School of Art
Eau Claire

6:30-7:45pm Thursday Nov. 26

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

6:30-8pm Thursday Nov. 26

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

6:30-8pm Thursday Nov. 26

Trivia Night @ Valley Burger Market on River

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

Market on River
Chippewa Falls

7-9pm Thursday Nov. 26

Music Bingo @ On the Rocks

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

On The Rocks
Chippewa Falls

All DayFriday Nov. 27

Family Escape Room

Find hidden keys and clues to solve a series of puzzles and successfully ‘escape’ the room!

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

All DayFriday Nov. 27

Michael J Peterson

Acoustic Cafe - Eau Claire
Eau Claire

All DayFriday Nov. 27

The History of Crimmigration

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

All DayFriday Nov. 27

Sarah Williams Exhibition

Country Inn & Suites
Chippewa Falls

10:15-10:45am Friday Nov. 27

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

Open Houses & Shopping Holiday

11am Friday Nov. 27

Black Friday Barrel Aged Monsters

Try four super rare Barrel Aged dark beers in a flight for $15, or available in 10z pours and crowlers.

The Growler Guys
Eau Claire

Food & Drink

11am-4pm Friday Nov. 27

Fall Holiday Vendor & Craft Fair

Stop in to shop and support local crafters and small businesses who will be set up on multiple floors of the museum.

Chippewa Area History Center
Chippewa Falls

1-3pm Friday Nov. 27

Pixel Party

Drop in for pixel art, Perler beads, and other activities inspired by the world of Minecraft.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

6-9pm Friday Nov. 27

Live Music: Mélange

Mélange is a vocal trio w/ guitar that plays a mix of original music and covers spanning the genres of jazz, soul, folk, country, and pop.

The Lakely
Eau Claire

6:30pm Friday Nov. 27

Badgers Watch Party

Watch Wisconsin Badgers Football at Cowboy Jack’s. Enjoy the game with food, drinks and a great game-day atmosphere.

Cowboy Jack's
Altoona

Spectator Sports

7-10pm Friday Nov. 27

Live Music: The Sparrows

Come out to see the debut of The Sparrows - featuring covers from the 80s-2020s! Fleetwood Mac, Noah Kahan, the Cranberries, and many more.

2 Roots Gallery
Eau Claire

7pm Friday Nov. 27

Them Coulee Boys - The Final Show

Join Them Coulee Boys at Pablo Center for one final Friendsgiving celebration as the band embarks on its farewell tour and takes the stage together for the last time.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire