Local Culture
House Shows Remain Eau Claire’s Enduring Secret
one intimate living room stage will offer a space to connect with neighbors & national-touring acts this October
EAU CLAIRE, ZOMBIFIED: Downtown Zombie Crawl Returns Oct. 25
after a several-year hiatus, downtown businesses invite the undead to take the creep to the streets
[PHOTOS] RAISE YOUR STEIN: Chippewa Falls Oktoberfest
folks dressed in their traditional best for 2025 Oktoberfest
Music Events Local Culture Dance
[PHOTOS] Chi Miigwech, A 'Big Thank You' During Annual Powwow Celebration
Inter-Tribal dance invitations, drumming groups, artisans and makers, more part of Gathering of the Waters
Events News Dance Local Culture
GIGA WAABAMIN, I SHALL SEE YOU: Powwow Returns to Lake Hallie For Second Year
Gathering of the Waters Powwow welcomes Indigenous peoples and Chippewa Valley to reclaim, witness their community's stories
HARDCORE IS HERE TO STAY: Abraxas Wax is a ‘Safe Spot’ For Straight Edge
two E.C. locals join forces to continue the revival of underground & growing music scene
SIGN ME UP: Local History Immortalized in Signage
a look at words that have lasted in the Chippewa Valley
CALLING ALL CAR ENTHUSIASTS: Want to Hang Out at Menomonie Cars & Caffeine?
local group hosts casual weekly get-together for car enthusiasts and curious folks alike
It's Not a Trend, It's a Revival: Physical Media Purveyors Talk Growing Local Scene
in the digital era, many are seeking "real world" experiences and tangible moments – including through physical media
Sports Local Culture Community Orgs
The Truth About Trax: How the E.C. Express Mascot Was Born
easily recognized by any local, Trax has been with the Express for decades... but, uh, what is he supposed to be?
MORE THAN A BASEMENT: Graham Jams Proves Underground Scene is Alive and Well
Eau Claire's alternative venue platforms creatives and illuminates local music scene
New Book Pulls Fascinating Local Folks Out of the Historical Shadows
‘Hidden History of Eau Claire’ full of Chippewa Valley residents of days gone by
Sailing Away With Yacht Rock Memories
assessing the musical – and local – impact of an often-mocked musical genre
Local Culture Women Entrepreneurship
Water Street is Home to 50+ Businesses – and Women Lead Many of Them
historic Water Street District filled with female-fronted restaurants, retailers, salons, and more
Community Orgs Local Culture History
Celebrate the Season with Art and Advent at the Ager House
fundraisers for Nordic heritage center planned Nov. 30 and Dec. 1
VOTE NOW in our 2025 Best of the Chippewa Valley Reader Poll
Voting ends Friday, Dec. 6, at midnight
[PHOTOS] Indigenous Artist Creates Multimedia Installation at C.V. Museum
Jennifer Gougé’s work of ‘Indigenous futurism’ on full display Nov. 12
Local Culture photography People
Breaking The Fourth Wall: Local Photography Group Creates ‘Much Needed’ Community
Eau Claire Area Photography has connected more than 18,000 people online, now hosts regular area meetups
[PHOTOS] THAT TIME OF YEAR: Chippewa Falls Oktoberfest 2024
21st Chippewa Falls Oktoberfest brewed up memorable festivities Sept. 20-21
Lazy Monk Owners Travel For Authentic German Sausage Ahead of Oktoberfest
... to Madison, Wisconsin, that is
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