Events Calendar

Words Food & Drink Socializing, Clubs, and Connection

6-7pm Monday Dec. 7

Cookbook Club

Everyone checks out the cookbook and makes something from it to bring to the club, try the dishes, and discuss the cookbook.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

6-9pm Monday Dec. 7

Country Line Dance Lessons with Larry

Doors open at 6:00 pm. Intermediate Line Dance Lessons (6:30 pm - 7:15 pm), Beginner Line Dance Lessons (7:15-8:00pm) Requests/Open Dance (8-9pm).

Lilydale Dance Hall & Event Center
Chippewa Falls

Dance

6:30-8pm Monday Dec. 7

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

Words Seniors

6:30-8:30pm Monday Dec. 7

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

7-8pm Monday Dec. 7

Special Delivery 4 - Annual Tradition of Holiday Stories and Songs

Holiday stories and live Christmas classics. This annual program (back by popular demand) promises to get you in the holiday spirit with live musicians, singers, and storytellers.

Chippewa Falls Public Library
Chippewa Falls

Music Holiday

7-8:30pm Monday Dec. 7

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 Dec. 7

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

7pm Monday Dec. 7

Haut Hosted Hijinks - Name That Tune Trivia

Grab your team, grab a drink and get ready for a night of music, laughs and a little friendly competition!

River Jams
Chippewa Falls

7:30-9pm Monday Dec. 7

DJ Trivia @ Heartbreakers

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

Heartbreakers Bar & Grill
Chippewa Falls

9pm Monday Dec. 7

Late Night Karaoke

Hosted in the bar lounge.

The Plus
Eau Claire

All DayTuesday Dec. 8

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

All DayTuesday Dec. 8

Holiday Fundraiser Escape Room: "Ornamental"

Return to the historic Schlegelmilch House for another fun-filled Christmas adventure filled with puzzles, family memories, and a little holiday mystery. Donating 25% of sales to the Chippewa Valley Museum.

Schlegelmilch House Museum
Eau Claire

Holiday

All DayTuesday Dec. 8

Elk Mound Lion's Club Lights Of Love

This holiday season help light up the community community and honor or remember the special people in your life by sponsoring colored bulbs on the tree.

November - December

Elk Mound Library/Community Center Parking Lot
ELK MOUND

Holiday

All DayTuesday Dec. 8

Valley Arts Association Fall Membership Show

"Planet Earth" is the theme for this year's annual membership exhibition by the Valley Arts Association. The exhibition showcases the members interpretation of the theme using a wide variety of media: painting, sculpture, jewelry, ceramics and fiber arts.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

8-9am Tuesday Dec. 8

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

9am-5pm Tuesday Dec. 8

Low-Fidelity Design

Low-Fidelity Design explores Minnesota’s underground music scene through DIY visual identities, affordable production methods, and creative design. Featuring the Minnesota Underground Music archive, the exhibition connects sound and visual expression while highlighting accessible, resource-driven making at UW–Stout.

Furlong Gallery at UW-Stout Polytechnic Micheels Hall
Menomonie

9am-5pm Tuesday Dec. 8

notaflof: wisco + mpls punk in the ‘20s

Notaflof explores Wisconsin and Minneapolis punk communities through show flyers, album artwork, zines, activism, and stage props. Curated by Evan Minsker, the exhibition highlights regional artists and the creativity, accessibility, and cultural impact of punk across the Midwest.

Furlong Gallery at UW-Stout Polytechnic Micheels Hall
Menomonie

10-10:45am Tuesday Dec. 8

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

Kids

10-11am Tuesday Dec. 8

Winter Day Hike and Scavenger Hike

Join this relaxing hike outdoors and spot some key effects of winter on the local environment. You'll get a clipboard, scavenger hunt sheet, and a brochure on basic animal tracks. Warm beverages provided.

Beaver Creek Reserve
Fall Creek

Outdoors

10-11am Tuesday Dec. 8

Winter Day Hike and Scavenger Hike

A relaxing hike outdoors while we attempt to spot some key effects of winter on our local environment. Register by 12/06.

Beaver Creek Reserve
Fall Creek

Outdoors

11-11:50am Tuesday Dec. 8

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

11:30am-1pm Tuesday Dec. 8

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

Wellness Community, Neighborhoods & Civics

1:30-4:30pm Tuesday Dec. 8

Family Health Center Outreach

Join Billie White a Benefit Navigator for assistance with applying for BadgerCare, Medicaid or Marketplace Health Insurance during this monthly outreach time.

Bloomer Public Library
Bloomer

3:30-4:45pm Tuesday Dec. 8

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

4:30-7:30pm Tuesday Dec. 8

Seasonal Train Exhibit to Benefit the Friends of the Library

Join volunteers from the Standard Gauge Module Association as they display toy trains from 1906 to 1940 on a layout decorated for the season.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library
Eau Claire

Holiday Displays & Tours

5-6pm Tuesday Dec. 8

Men's Sober Strong Support Meetings

A welcoming, supportive space for men to connect, share openly, and support one another through recovery and life’s challenges.

Eau Claire YMCA
Eau Claire

Wellness

5-7pm Tuesday Dec. 8

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 Dec. 8

BINGO at All Saints Parish Hall

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

All Saints Parish Hall
Stanley

5:30-9:30pm Tuesday Dec. 8

Banff Mountain Film Festival

Discover remote landscapes, mountain cultures, and thrilling outdoor sports. Connect with local conservation and recreation organizations before the films.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Outdoors Stage & Screen

6-7pm Tuesday Dec. 8

SMART Recovery

SMART Recovery is a science-informed approach to recovery that focuses on practical tools, self-awareness, and building a life beyond addictive behaviors.

At The Roots LLC
Eau Claire

6-8pm Tuesday Dec. 8

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

6-9pm Tuesday Dec. 8

Cookie Run Braverse TCG

Whether you're a beginner or have your perfect deck, come to play the new Cookie Run trading card game. If you don't have a deck, they'll loan you one. Free cookies for attendees, and prize drawings.

Northwood Game Haven
Chippewa Falls

Games & Hobbies

6-9pm Tuesday Dec. 8

Cookies & Crokinole

Learn Crokinole, sharpen your flick, or challenge new opponents on their premium boards from Brown Castle Games. Free cookies for attendees, and prize giveaways.

Northwood Game Haven
Chippewa Falls

Games & Hobbies

6-9pm Tuesday Dec. 8

Trick-Taking Card Games

Learn, play, and discover the world of trick-taking games. All experience levels welcome. Play the classics, and discover new games. Free cookies for attendees, and prize giveaways.

Northwood Game Haven
Chippewa Falls

Games & Hobbies

6-9pm Tuesday Dec. 8

Open Mic & Musician Gathering

High-quality sound system for musical acts. 2 microphones and a small percussion set.

VFW Post 305
Eau Claire

6:30-7:30pm Tuesday Dec. 8

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 Dec. 8

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

6:30-7:30pm Tuesday Dec. 8

Words & Waffles

An all-ages night of poetry. Bring a poem to share and receive a free waffle.

SHIFT
Eau Claire

Words

7pm Tuesday Dec. 8

Novel Release: Roots of re-Expansion

Check out a local author's debut novel the "Roots of re-Expansion". The night includes readings from local writers and a reading and Q&A with the author.

The Brewing Projekt
Eau Claire

Words

7-8:30pm Tuesday Dec. 8

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 Dec. 8

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 Dec. 8

DJ Bingo @ Seymour Swigs

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

Seymour Swigs
Eau Claire