Guest Author: John Armbruster

1 hour presentation, Q&A, and book signing. Sponsored by Altoona Public Library & Elks Lodge #402.

Elks Lodge 402
Eau Claire

Dan Ferstenou at River Bend

Dan Ferstenou is an acoustic singer and guitarist living in Saint Paul.

River Bend Winery & Distillery
Chippewa Falls

Nora Jean O'Dea + Wyatt Thomson + Cap'N Seabeard + 12OzSquirrels

Prepare for some toe tappin' tunes at the Raw Deal in Menomine, WI. Nora Jean O'Dea will kick the night off followed by Wyatt Thomson, Cap'N Seabeard, and lastly the 12OzSquirrels will close the night away.

Raw Deal
Menomonie

Brewery Toury Tour at Moonridge Brew Pub

Live comedy show at MoonRidge Brewpub. Brewery Toury Tour is stand-up comedy on tap.

Moon Ridge Brew Pub
Cornell

CVSO Presents: The Wonder of Nature

Start the CVSO season with the rousing fanfare in Janáček’s Sinfonietta, which celebrates the beauty, joy, and strength of humanity. Then visit the far northern shores with Rautavaara’s Concerto for Birds and Orchestra, featuring recorded birdsong from Finland and the Arctic Circle. Finally, hear Sibelius’ reverence for nature’s power in his breathtaking Symphony No. 7.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

LUNGS by Duncan Macmillan

The world is getting hotter, there’s unrest overseas—the seas themselves aren’t very calm—and one couple is thinking about having a child. LUNGS is a smart and funny drama that follows a couple through the surprising lifecycle of their relationship, as they grapple with questions of family and change, hope, betrayal, happenstance, and the terrible pain that you can only cause the people you love.

The 1106 (Artisan Forge)
Eau Claire

The Jaggernauts, Cindy Lawson, & Monkeywrench

Join the Jaggernauts with special guests, Cindy Lawson (from Minneapolis) and Monkeywrench (a Foo Fighters Tribute).

The Mousetrap
Eau Claire

Bluegrass at the Orchard

Enjoy the bluegrass music of the Maple Ridge Bluegrass Band at Leffel Roots Apple Orchard. Bring the whole family for apple picking, pumpkin picking, and the corn maze.

Leffel Roots Apple Orchard
Eau Claire

White Pine Open Mic

A quarterly open stage that offers a relaxed, supportive place for local poets, storytellers and musicians to share their work. Go early to sign up for a 10-minute slot if you wish to share. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy meeting some of your creative neighbors. Listeners are welcome.

Wilson Park Shelter
Menomonie

Reza: Edge of Illusion

Audiences can expect to witness such mega illusions as passing through the spinning blades of an industrial fan, a record-breaking recreation of Houdini’s most famous stunt, and the appearance of a real helicopter, live on stage. More than a magic show, Reza infuses stage-of-the-art production elements, masterful comedic timing, and numerous interactive & inspirational moments, allowing the audience to experience the magic firsthand. Perhaps Reza’s greatest secret is his uncanny ability to communicate his performance art on such a personal level.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Chippewa Valley Watercolor Artists Exhibit

View over 30 local watercolor artists from the Chippewa Valley Watercolor Artist group, painting in the valley for over 30 years.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

Food for Thought Book Club

A monthly book club. Newcomers always welcome. Books covered will be available for pickup.

Altoona Public Library
Altoona

Garrison Keillor at 80

A collection of Keilor's sung sonnets, duets, poems, the News from Lake Wobegon, and more.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Chippewa Valley Watercolor Artists Exhibit

View over 30 local watercolor artists from the Chippewa Valley Watercolor Artist group, painting in the valley for over 30 years.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

Pages and Pints Book Club

Brewery Nonic
Menomonie

Chippewa Valley Watercolor Artists Exhibit

View over 30 local watercolor artists from the Chippewa Valley Watercolor Artist group, painting in the valley for over 30 years.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

The Prince Experience

A night of unbelievable entertainment and all the hits of one of music’s greatest icons. Hear songs like “Little Red Corvette”, “Let’s Go Crazy”, “When Doves Cry”, “Kiss”, “1999” and of course “Purple Rain.” Let Gabriel Sanchez and The Prince Experience take you on a trip back in time and party like it's 1999 with the ultimate tribute to the look and live experience of Prince.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Chippewa Valley Watercolor Artists Exhibit

View over 30 local watercolor artists from the Chippewa Valley Watercolor Artist group, painting in the valley for over 30 years.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

"Not Even Dead Yet" Reading

Dale Wendorff will share tales of his life. He's been shot, impaled, snake bitten, slashed, burned, and he's "Not Even Dead Yet."

Dragon Tale Books
Menomonie

Kalos: Celtic, Breton, American and More

Kalos forges a new musical path that draws on Celtic, Breton, American and other musical traditions on accordion, guitar, fiddle, and vocals.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

LUNGS by Duncan Macmillan

The world is getting hotter, there’s unrest overseas—the seas themselves aren’t very calm—and one couple is thinking about having a child. LUNGS is a smart and funny drama that follows a couple through the surprising lifecycle of their relationship, as they grapple with questions of family and change, hope, betrayal, happenstance, and the terrible pain that you can only cause the people you love.

The 1106 (Artisan Forge)
Eau Claire

Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild: "Bright Star"

Inspired by a true story and featuring the Tony-nominated score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell, Bright Star tells a sweeping story of love and redemption, set in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. With beautiful melodies and powerfully moving characters, the story unfolds as a rich tapestry of deep emotion. An uplifting theatrical journey that holds you tightly in its grasp, BRIGHT STAR is as refreshingly genuine as it is daringly hopeful.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Clear Water Comedy Presents: Jon Huck Live

Jon Huck is a comedian, actor, writer and producer whose humor runs the gamut from a lot of this to some of that. He performs all over the country and has appeared on Comedy Central’s Live at Gotham and This Is Not Happening, Comedy From SXSW…

The Plus
Eau Claire

Chippewa Valley Watercolor Artists Exhibit

View over 30 local watercolor artists from the Chippewa Valley Watercolor Artist group, painting in the valley for over 30 years.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

Dwayne Thomas at Northwoods Brew Pub

Dwayne Thomas is a singer/songwriter based out of the Midwest. Performing classic bar covers from the 1970’s-90’s. Along with upbeat and heartfelt original music. Genres include: Classic Rock, Alternative, Country, & Pop. You can…

Northwoods Brewpub & Grill
Osseo

Riders in the Sky

Two-time Grammy Award winning Riders in the Sky have had a storied, and vast career since 1977. Bringing the best in Western music, award-winning harmonies, wacky Western wit, and high-yodeling adventures.  7,200+ appearances over 35 years on…

Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts
Menomonie

Don McLean

Don McLean is a Grammy award honoree, a Songwriter Hall of Fame member, a BBC Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, and his smash hit “American Pie” resides in the Library of Congress National Recording Registry and was named a top 5 song…

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

LUNGS by Duncan Macmillan

The world is getting hotter, there’s unrest overseas—the seas themselves aren’t very calm—and one couple is thinking about having a child. LUNGS is a smart and funny drama that follows a couple through the surprising lifecycle of their relationship, as they grapple with questions of family and change, hope, betrayal, happenstance, and the terrible pain that you can only cause the people you love.

The 1106 (Artisan Forge)
Eau Claire

The Sue Orfield Band Live

Every year since 2016 they were voted the #1 Blues Band in the Chippewa Valley. In addition, in 2021 and 2023, they were voted the area’s best jazz band. The Sue Orfield Band is: Sue Orfield (tenor saxophone), Mike Schlenker (guitar + vocals), Randy Sinz (bass + vocals), and Dave Schrader (drums + vocals).

The Plus
Eau Claire

Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild: "Bright Star"

Inspired by a true story and featuring the Tony-nominated score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell, Bright Star tells a sweeping story of love and redemption, set in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. With beautiful melodies and powerfully moving characters, the story unfolds as a rich tapestry of deep emotion. An uplifting theatrical journey that holds you tightly in its grasp, BRIGHT STAR is as refreshingly genuine as it is daringly hopeful.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Falling Leaves Art Studio Tour

A free, self-guided tour of art studios in beautiful Northwestern Wisconsin. Shop and tour local artists creations.

Studios in Brackett, Foster, Osseo, Fairchild, & Augusta

Looking for Tiger Lily

Anthony Hudson/Carla Rossi (Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde) will perform the solo show Looking for Tiger Lily. The performance incorporates song, dance, monologue, and movie/television shorts to describe Hudson’s early influences and…

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

LUNGS by Duncan Macmillan

The world is getting hotter, there’s unrest overseas—the seas themselves aren’t very calm—and one couple is thinking about having a child. LUNGS is a smart and funny drama that follows a couple through the surprising lifecycle of their relationship, as they grapple with questions of family and change, hope, betrayal, happenstance, and the terrible pain that you can only cause the people you love.

The 1106 (Artisan Forge)
Eau Claire

Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild: "Bright Star"

Inspired by a true story and featuring the Tony-nominated score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell, Bright Star tells a sweeping story of love and redemption, set in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. With beautiful melodies and powerfully moving characters, the story unfolds as a rich tapestry of deep emotion. An uplifting theatrical journey that holds you tightly in its grasp, BRIGHT STAR is as refreshingly genuine as it is daringly hopeful.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Eclipse: Dark Side of the Moon

Go back in time with Eclipse while revisiting many of Pink Floyd’s greatest hits including a meticulous full-album performance of the iconic “Dark Side of the Moon." Eclipse is comprised of veteran musicians, technicians and artists focused on producing live concerts that offer powerful and unforgettable experiences for audiences.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Live Music: Tippenback Ridge

Live country music.

The Snout Saloon
Chippewa Falls

Falling Leaves Art Studio Tour

A free, self-guided tour of art studios in beautiful Northwestern Wisconsin. Shop and tour local artists creations.

Studios in Brackett, Foster, Osseo, Fairchild, & Augusta

Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild: "Bright Star"

Inspired by a true story and featuring the Tony-nominated score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell, Bright Star tells a sweeping story of love and redemption, set in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. With beautiful melodies and powerfully moving characters, the story unfolds as a rich tapestry of deep emotion. An uplifting theatrical journey that holds you tightly in its grasp, BRIGHT STAR is as refreshingly genuine as it is daringly hopeful.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

The Wisconsin Wind Orchestra: “Sketches of Europe”

Several delightful pieces from the pens of master composers from Italy, Austria, Germany, France, and the Czech Republic.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

John Raymond & S. Carey "Shadowlands" with Ben Lester

Grammy-nominated trumpeter and composer John Raymond and S. Carey reunite for their new album, Shadowlands (out September 29), a stunning, genre-bending collection of songs that combines the warmth and beauty of Carey’s aesthetic with the…

Masonic Center
Eau Claire

Drew Lynch - Short King Tour

A unique take on everything from pop culture to news headlines to the life of a traveling comic.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Chippewa Valley Watercolor Artists Exhibit

View over 30 local watercolor artists from the Chippewa Valley Watercolor Artist group, painting in the valley for over 30 years.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

Uptown

These young men will sing and dance their way into your hearts and out of your seats in style.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire

Chippewa Valley Watercolor Artists Exhibit

View over 30 local watercolor artists from the Chippewa Valley Watercolor Artist group, painting in the valley for over 30 years.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

Murder Backstage at the Heyde

A lunch and murder mystery show. It's up to you to find the murderer! Cash bar available.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

Chippewa Valley Watercolor Artists Exhibit

View over 30 local watercolor artists from the Chippewa Valley Watercolor Artist group, painting in the valley for over 30 years.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

Murder Backstage at the Heyde

A lunch and murder mystery show. It's up to you to find the murderer! Cash bar available.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

Two Rivers Live at The Plus

Two Rivers is Sue Orfield, Randy Sinz, Gregg Wheeler, and Tommy Wieseler. Their musical repertoire includes something for everyone. This quartet from Eau Claire, WI performs a mix of country, jazz, blues, bluegrass, and old rock 'n roll, and even throws a few of Sue’s originals into the mix. The music they play with old-school ease is intimate and fun.

The Plus
Eau Claire

Chippewa Valley Watercolor Artists Exhibit

View over 30 local watercolor artists from the Chippewa Valley Watercolor Artist group, painting in the valley for over 30 years.

The Heyde Center for the Arts
Chippewa Falls

Tony Danza: Standards & Stories

Tony Danza and his 4-piece band perform a selection of favorites from the Great American Songbook while weaving in stories about his life and music.

Pablo Center at the Confluence
Eau Claire