Holiday Handbook 2017

HANDBOOK THE CHIPPEWA VALLEY’S ANNUAL GUIDE TO FROLICKING, FEASTING, GIFTING, DONATING, MERRYMAKING .... AND SANTA!

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Email: mail@volumeone.org PUBLISHER / EDITOR / ETC Nick Meyer EDITORS Eric Christenson + Tom Giffey + Lauren Fisher ONLINE EDITOR Mike Paulus RESOURCE & LISTINGS EDITOR James Johonnott PHOTO EDITOR Andrea Paulseth DESIGNERS Janae Breunig + Mackenzie Kavanagh + Eric Christenson ADVERTISING DIRECTOR Brian Maki ADVERTISING REPS Neil Hodorowski + Chase Kunkel + Luanne Koubsky STORE & PROGRAM MANAGER Lindsey Quinnies PHOTO CONTRIBUTOR Kelsey Smith SPECIAL THANKS TO: Barbara Arnold + Ron Davis + Eric Rasmussen BASIC INFO The Holiday Handbook is published

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greeting O P E N I N G T H O U G H TS ............................... 6

frolicking Y U L E T I D E ACT I V I T I ES . ............................ 8

santa C O R R ES P O N D E N C E F R O M K R I N G L E .............. 16

essay T H E C H R I ST M AS C A R R OT . ...................... 20

gift guide LO C A L G I F TS .................................... 22

feasting F EST I V E FO O D ................................... 30

donating L E N D A H A N D ................................... 34 happenings H O L I DAY E V E N T C A L E N DA R ...................... 42

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A GRINCH’S LAMENT The holidays can be stressful and overwhelming. Here’s how to fight your inner Christmas villain

BY LAUREN FISHER

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t can be easy to be a Grinch this time of year. The holidays have something for everyone to dislike: traveling, cold weather, searching desperately for the perfect gifts, family pressure, premature caroling, and waiting in line for small eternities behind parents with carts stuffed with toys just to purchase a dozen eggs and a pair of headphones.

Even those things we cling to that do bring us holiday joy can become a cause of discord. I can’t recall how many times my husband has groaned and whined while I perused the many styles and patterns of gift wrap, squeaking merrily at the glitter and square footage. And it would be difficult to count the sighs I have sighed while making his family’s traditional Christmas cookies, even though they make him so happy.

Even before Halloween rolled around this year, I found myself on the phone with an old friend ranting about Christmas and its stresses. I was probably turning green, heart shrinking three sizes as I uttered the dreadful phrase: “I just hate Christmas.”

“People who say they hate Christmas are wrong,” my friend informed me without skipping a beat.

There was no malice in his voice, although there was a certainty that scalded just as though he had reprehended me.

The overarching theme of most holiday celebrations and traditions, including Christmas, is rebirth. The

CREATIVE COMMONS

season follows the harvest, and coincides with the winter solstice, after which the days begin to grow longer once again and we move toward spring. Pagans celebrate this return.

Christians celebrate the birth of the Savior. Ancient Romans celebrated Saturn, who represented personal limitations and growth through rebirth.

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tance to acceptance and improvement.

How can we add to our friends’ and families’ jovial efforts and inaugurate new traditions? What gears can we grease to ensure social harmony?

For one thing, we can refrain from frowning when we begin to see tinsel and inflatable Santa yard decorations.

We can focus on the beauty of winter’s descent, the smell of homemade cookies, and the sweet friction of diminished chord progressions. We can channel Saturn to give new birth to our miserly spirits, and learn to derive joy from the joy our loved ones naturally glean from the holiday season.

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frolicking HOLIDAY TOURS Feeling too lazy to decorate your house?

HOLIDAY TOY TRAINS AT THE CHIPPEWA VALLEY MUSEUM

No problem! Go check out other people’s hard holiday work.

2017 Christmas Stroll Nov. 18, noon-5pm • Hospi-

tality Venue - Grace Lutheran Church, 202 W. Grand Ave, Eau Claire • $20 • Adults, children with adults • 715-832-6366 • cvsymphony.org Ticket holders may tour six beautifully decorated homes while listening to CVSO musicians perform. Tickets $20 available at Avalon Flowers, Brent Douglas Flowers, Festival Foods or day of stroll at Grace Lutheran Church.

Down to Earth Christmas Open House Nov. 25,

9am-6pm • Down To Earth Garden Center, 6025 Arndt Ln., Eau Claire • FREE • eauclairelandscaping.com Enjoy holiday music, free hot apple cider, homemade cookies, and great specials on all Christmas items. Find great gifts for everyone, holiday décor, and poinsettias. Bring your best shopping partners and get some serious shopping done, then stay for a relaxing lunch at our Five & Two Café.

Christmas Village Nov. 23 to Jan. 1, 7am-9:30pm •

Irvine Park, Bridgewater Avenue, Chippewa Falls • FREE • chippewafalls-wi.gov Irvine Park Christmas Village will be open from dawn to dusk. The display will include more than 100,000 Christmas lights and over 100 life-size Christmas scenes that replicate the Victorian era and the city’s early history. The park becomes a Christmas village. Bring your family and friends to view this spectacular scene.

Christmas Open House at Cook-Rutledge Mansion

505 W. Grand Avenue, Chippewa Falls • (715) 7237181 • Tours at the Cook-Rutledge Historic Mansion.

Decorated for the season with handcrafted decorations. Enjoy holiday music, homemade Christmas dessert, and refreshments. Adults $5, children $1.

Santa’s House Every Saturday from Nov. 25 to

Dec. 23, 11am-3pm • Rutledge Charity Building,

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404 N Bridge St, Chippewa Falls • FREE • All Ages • chippewafallsmainst.org Visit with Santa at his beautifully decorated house. Don’t forget to bring your camera!

3rd Annual Holiday Toy Trains Every Tuesday, Thurs-

day from Nov. 28 to Dec. 28, 5-8pm; Every Saturday from Nov. 25 to Dec. 30, 10am-5pm • Chippewa Valley Museum, 1204 E. Half Moon Dr., Eau Claire • $9

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adults, $6 kids Thurs., Fri., Sat; $2/person Tues. evenings (museum free); $2/person for museum members anytime • All Ages • 715-834-7871 • cvmuseum.com Featuring standard gauge trains running on 384 square feet of track all decked out for the holidays. Night trains on Tuesday and Thursday. Preschool age activities include Thomas the Tank Engine toy trains and track.

More family activities on Thursdays & Saturdays.

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TREE FARMS

Nothing screams “Holidays!” like dragging that lush evergreen smell of Christmas into your home.

Anderson Christmas Trees N49531 County Road O,

Osseo • (715) 597-3509 • Choose and cut your own trees at this 40 year-old farm. Precut trees available or you can cut your own. Balsam Fir, Eastern Balsam Fir, and Fraser Fir.

Conklin Tree Farms N 10595 State Road 25, Wheeler

• (715) 632-2036 or (715) 553-5364 • conklintreefarms@gmail.com • conklintreefarms.com Choose and cut your own or select a pre-cut tree. Balsam, Canaan, Fraser Fir, White Pine, or Black Hills Spruce trees available along with garlands and wreaths. They provide saws and tie down twine with free bailing, and help loading your Christmas tree.

Curvue Hideaway & Trees 6760 Curvue Rd., Eau

Claire • (715) 878-4366 • info@ctreesonc.com • ctreesonc.com Choose and cut Fraser and Balsam Firs, as well as White Pines, local gift shop, Kids Corner, crafts, wagon rides, and more. Drilling for the Answer Tree Stand and bailing available, plus fresh garland, wreaths, swags, and porch pots.

Deerfield Tree Farm 6202 Deerfield Rd., Eau Claire • Featuring thousands of Fraser Firs and Balsam Firs 6-15 feet tall.

Evergreen Landscape and Design 1302 East

Prospect St., Durand • (715) 672-8831 • cvetree@ gmail.com • cvevergreen.com Visit Saturday or Sunday following Thanksgiving or the first weekend in December for a Christmas Tree Open House. Shop for a tree while enjoying cider, coffee, and treats. Premium quality Balsam fir, Frasier fir, and White Pine trees grown onsite or hand-selected from others, plus wreaths, garland, swags, and much more.

Lowes Creek Tree Farm S9475 Lowes Creek Rd.,

Eleva • (888) 878-4166, (715) 878-4166 • christmas@lowescreektreefarm.com • lowescreektreefarm. com Featuring the best selection of Balsam and Fraser fir, a log cabin Christmas Market with hot apple cider and candy cane treats, Evergreen wreaths, roping, custom greenery and porch pots, a 200 straw bale kids play area, and horse-drawn wagon rides Thanksgiving weekend and the first weekend in December (evening horse drawn sleigh rides by reservation). Hours: Mon.Sat. 9am-8pm, Sun. 11am-8pm.

Pleasant Valley Tree Farm N7240 810th St., Elk

Mound • (715) 879-5179 • pleasantvalleytree. com Create a country Christmas memory as you cut the perfect tree from our many fields or choose from our fresh, pre-cut display. Take a wagon ride through the fields to select from thousands of Balsam, Fraser Fir, Spruce, and White Pine. Also featuring fresh Evergreen wreaths, roping, Christmas pots, nativities, and ornaments.

Traditional Tree Farm 14997 50th Ave., Chippewa

Falls • (715) 723-5131 • traditionaltreefarm.com Cut your own or pick pre-cut Christmas trees in a variety of sizes. Also featuring Evergreen wreaths, decorations, porch pots, and other gifts.

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PINEHURST HILL

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SLEDDING HILLS

Nothing brings a family together like cramming together on a little plastic sled to shoot down a hill.

Drainage Ditch Run Menomonie • It’s a crazy drain-

age ditch on the southeastern side of Lake Menomonie that leads out onto the lake. It might be a lot of fun, but definitely watch out for the black ice.

Dunn County Snow Park 620 17th St SE, Menomonie

• On the east side of the fairgrounds, there’s a hill that the water tower sits on, ominously looming over the site. Volunteers have recently spend a lot of time clearing brush, stumps, and debris from the hill, then setting up erosion precautions to create a low maintenance yet fun place for local snow goers. Like any hill, it’s still “ride at your own risk.”

The Flats Hill Eau Claire • Look to the left going

down Pumphouse Road hill, descending from the East Hill of Chippewa Falls, and you’ll find winter bliss just waiting. A sledding hill for all ages and skill levels, this place is wide open, with little to no risk of hitting any trees. Be careful of your speed, though, because legends of the hill have been known to clear the train tracks with one epic run.

Forrest Hill aka “Seven Bumps” aka “Dead Man’s Hill” Eau Claire • Right next to the Forrest Hill Cemetery (on Huebsch Boulevard) on the East Side Hill, the slope is small and gentle with no major obstacles.

(Just the thing for weak-hearted novices.) In recent years, its easy accessibility has made it a favorite among area snowboarders, but don’t be intimidated by them. If there is an altercation over a collision, they will have a hard time chasing you with their feet strapped to those boards.

Mount Simon 100 Addison Ave., Eau Claire • 49-acre

park located on Dell’s Pond with access off either Madison Street or Birch Street. This park offers a boat

landing and dock, 2 picnic pavilions, 2 lighted sand volleyball courts, and an 9-hole disc golf course. Mt. Simon Park is also home to Eau Claire’s Babe Ruth Baseball program.

Northern Wisconsin State Fairgrounds Back Entrance 225 Edward St., Chippewa Falls • The

walk-in entrance to the grounds across from Irvine Park provides a perfect pat to safely walk to the top of a rather steep hill. Low person-on-tree collision rates have kept local kids sliding there for years.

Oakwood Hills Eau Claire • There’s a great little (unsu-

pervised) hill near the Oakwood Hills Warming House on Golf Road. The hill is open Sat. and Sun. 1-6pm, and could be a pleasant alternative to some of the aforementioned and slightly more treacherous places.

Pinehurst Hill • On Eau Claire’s north side, the

behemoth Pinehurst Hill stands as the mother of all sledding hills. This formidable giant was a downhill ski run with a towrope throughout the early 70s. Be careful: if you don’t brake or turn, you’ll end up in a parking lot. Try not to hit anyone climbing up the hill, and pay attention so you don’t get hit yourself.

UWEC Campus Hill Eau Claire • Feeling adventur-

ous, or perhaps like getting flat-out arrested? It has long been rumored that the most exciting hill in Eau Claire is also one of the most rare. With the perfect conditions, “The Hill” shooting down from upper campus gets covered with freezing rain then snow and becomes completely impassible. Mach 2 is potentially capable, but make sure to dodge the gate at the bottom... and the cops.

X-Hill Eau Claire • Just across the road from Chippe-

wa Valley Airport’s runways, it’s a real treat when jets fly overhead, close enough that you can feel your chest rattle. A crisscross hill unofficially called the “X-Hill,” you can start at one of two steep, twin trajectories that cross each other at a wicked intersection before going off in any number of directions. This is never the same ride twice and the risk for some intense crashes is high. So if you are on the hill, consider yourself forewarned and, therefore, fair game.

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SLEIGH & WAGON RIDES

DOWNTOWN EAU CLAIRE

Fusing the travel technology of a bygone era with the yuletide magic and snowy weather of today.

Cabin Ridge Rides 4271 220th St., Cadott

• (715) 723-9537 • CabinRidgeRides. com Wagon and sleigh rides through 400 acres of beautiful woodland scenery for groups of all sizes. Groups of 16 or more can enjoy bonfires, picnics and meals in the woods. Two pavilions allow groups to sit around the bonfire to toast marshmallows and sip hot chocolate. Private cabin and lodge parties available, along with a wide range of catered meals. Call for prices.

4th Annual”Let it Glow!” Phoenix Park Tree Lighting Dec. 1, 6-6:30pm • Phoenix

Park • Enjoy free hot chocolate and horsedrawn wagon rides through Downtown’s North Barstow District from 5-6:30pm. Hear from a few guest speakers and we’ll flip the switch on this year’s lights at 5:30pm.

Wagon Tours in Chippewa Falls 514 North

Bridge Street, Chippewa Falls • (715) 723-6661 • chippewafallsmainst.org Enjoy a relaxing horse-drawn wagon ride through the beautiful Irvine Park Christmas Village and downtown Chippewa Falls. Tickets for the rides always go on sale the Friday after Thanksgiving at the Gordy’s Market Service Center (downtown Chippewa Falls location only). The cost is $6/person. Tickets go very fast, so get yours early. Dates will be announced on the Chippewa Falls Main Street website.

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REJECTION LETTERS FROM SANTA

colorful correspondence between area folks and the big, bearded guy

Dear Mr. Claus, Ow! Jeez, that hurts!

We had everything figured out – we wear the right kind of guards for our soccer games, and we try to be REALLY CAREFUL on the playground. But now, thanks to the new Pinehurst sledding hill, we’re once again on alert. Have you ever been hit by a thirdgrader doing 30 mph on one of those plastic saucers?

It’s brutal.

So, we need ice! And aspirin! Thanks Santa! Love,

Dear Santa Claus, So, the new lighting on the Phoenix Park footbridge looks nice. You bet. Real pretty. But you know what? Nobody bothered to think about how that would make all the other pedestrian structures feel, and quite frankly… It hurts. I’m not going to lie.

For Christmas, I’d like some fancy lights, too. Maybe something that makes it look like people are underwater. Or maybe those laser-y ones that look like Christmas trees or smiley faces or whatever. Those are a hoot!

Thanks Santa,

– T H E S H I N S OF ARE A KIDS

–THE PEDESTRIAN UNDERPASS AT THE INTERSECTION OF HIGHWAY 312 AND MCKINLEY ROAD

Dear Shins, That sounds like it smarts. Have you tried jumping right before you get nailed?

That reminds me of a story. So, Dancer stole Comet’s salt lick, and they’re chasing each other all over the place. Mrs. Claus hates when they roughhouse, so she tries to break it up and Comet trips over her, falls, and nails me in the shin with his antlers. It was excruciating. So, anyway, I know what you’re going through. I’ll bring you ice; we‘ve got plenty of that.

Dear PUATIOH312AMR, Oh dear. There’s something I need to explain.

Come have seat here on Santa’s lap.

You see, civic investment, whether on behalf of local government or private interests, needs to take into account the number of residents affected. And how many people traversed under the North Crossing at McKinley this year? Four?

I’ll bring you a couple of strings of those rope lights that used to hang above the pool table in the elf den. They mostly still work.

Santa

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Santa, So I hear you’re bringing lights to the McKinley Road underpass? What the hell? There are other pedestrian walkways that would appreciate some artistic illumination. You better not forget about me, if you know what’s good for you.

Don’t leave me hanging,

Dear Dr. Claus, Lately I’ve been having some odd symptoms. The white part of my eye is pink, and it itches a ton. When I wake up my eye is crusted shut. I haven’t been around anyone with similar symptoms. This has been going on since this past summer.

Sincerely,

—THE SKE TCHY SIDE WALK BEHIND THE OLD KMART BUILDING

–ITCHY AND CRUSTY IN EAU CLAIRE

Dear SSBTOKB, Eau Claire’s pretty safe, but maybe you should just keep your distance. I’m not going to tell you what I’ve got under the ol’ red suit, but let’s just say you don’t want to mess with me, all right?

If I bring you a couple of tiki torches maybe you can step back a little? OK?

Dear Itchy and Crusty, You know who this is, right? I deliver toys to kids on Christmas. I’m not actually a licensed medical doctor, but I’m going to take a stab at this. I bet you went tubing down the Chippewa River this summer.

You’ve got pink eye from when the barge broke that sewage pipe and no one noticed.

There are drops that can help.

This reminds me: I’ve got a few drums of used elf grease I need to get rid of (if you don’t keep them greased, they squeak and seize up like crazy). Maybe I can “accidentally” pour them down the river and no one will notice?

Santa

Dear Dr. Claus, We just need ONE MORE hospital. We’ve got this thing on our elbow, and our throat has been a little weird. A fourth opinion could really help. Thanks.

S. Claus

— LOC AL HYPOCHONDRIACS

T H E D O C TO R O F C H R I ST M AS

Dear Medical Head Cases, I’m not a doctor! Is my name on some website?

What gives?

In regards to your letter, good grief. Three hospitals is plenty. Here’s your fourth opinion: Instead of bugging area health professionals, try eating a vegetable every once in a while. Or take a walk. Honestly.

Merry Christmas,

Dear Father Christmas, I am contacting you on behalf of our entire organization. Our monthly meetings used to be magical soirees full of spreadable meat. The effervescent joy found in the right balance of pickle. The sublime satisfaction of the perfect ham viscosity. But now our gatherings are sad affairs where our advanced palates are left unfulfilled because of the area’s limited grocery store options, many of which don’t even have delis. Please, bring us some relief.

Respectfully,

Saint Nickolas, M .D. (DOCTOR OF MERRIMENT)

– T H E C H I P P E WA VA L L E Y C H A PT E R O F T H E S O CIE T Y O F H A M S P R E A D E N T H U S IASTS Dear Ham People, Mrs. Claus makes a homemade ham spread, but she always waits until the ham is “on the edge,” as she likes to say, and she uses light mayo. Light mayo! What’s the point, right? That stuff isn’t good for much more than greasing the elves, if you ask me.

You can judge for yourselves. We’ve got tons. I’ll bring you some.

Santa

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APPEARANCES BY MR. CLAUS He’s ready to hear all your Christmas wishes Santa’s PJ Party at Oakwood Mall Cafe Court Nov.

17, 6-7pm • Oakwood Mall, 4800 Golf Rd, Eau Claire • FREE • oakwoodmall.com Get the kids in their PJs and join us for a FREE festive family celebration. This holly jolly good time features fun activities, music, goodie bags, milk & cookies, and of course the big guy himself. Non-perishable food items accepted for Feed My People Food Bank. Check-in starts at 4:30pm.

Photos with Santa at Oakwood Mall Every Monday,

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday noon-8pm Sunday noon-6pm from Nov. 18 to Dec. 24 • Oakwood Mall, 4800 Golf Rd, Eau Claire • oakwoodmall.com Santa will be at Oakwood Mall daily.

Santa’s house is located in the Sears wing. Santa may take occasional breaks to feed the reindeer throughout the day, so be sure to check his schedule online. Time flies, except when you’re in line, so go online to make a reservation and get to see the big guy on time!

Pet Nights with Santa Every Monday from Nov. 20 to

Dec. 11, 5-8pm • Oakwood Mall, 4800 Golf Rd, Eau Claire • oakwoodmall.com Bring your four-legged friend to see Santa and pose for a photo. Cats and dogs only, please. Pre-order your photos and save over 30% by prepurchasing online. Santa’s house is located in the Sears wing. Photo package information available online.

Santa’s Arrival Nov. 24, 10am • BMO Harris Bank

Parking Lot, 411 N. Bridge St., Chippewa Falls • FREE • All Ages • chippewafallsmainst.org Sip on hot chocolate while enjoying the anticipation of the arrival of Mr. and Mrs Claus. After his arrival, visit with Santa at his house across the street. Santa’s House is open every Saturday after his arrival until Christmas.

Santa’s House Every Saturday from Nov. 25 to Dec.

23, 11am-3pm • Rutledge Charity Building, 404 N Bridge St, Chippewa Falls • FREE • All Ages • chippewafallsmainst.org Visit with Santa at his beautifully decorated house. Don’t forget to bring your camera!

Ugly Sweater Night with Santa at Sear’s Wing Dec. 1,

5-8pm • Oakwood Mall, 4800 Golf Rd, Eau Claire • oakwoodmall.com Break out your ugliest holiday sweater (you know the one!) and take a fun photo with Santa.

Whether its adorned with pom pom snowmen or glitter gingerbread man, the sillier the sweater the better! Bring your family and friends for a night full of laughter!

Brunch with Santa at 29 Pines Dec. 3, 10am-2pm

• 29 Pines Hotel and Convention Center, 5872 33rd Ave., Eau Claire • $10.99 (13 and up), $3.99 (12 and under) • All Ages • 715-874-2929 Come and enjoy Sunday Brunch with all the holiday trimmings. Santa can’t wait to see everyone and will be available for pictures all day. There will also be cookie decorating, movies, games, and more. Call today to reserve a spot.

Holiday PJ Night with Santa Dec. 8, 5-8pm • Oak-

wood Mall, 4800 Golf Rd, Eau Claire • oakwoodmall. com Who said that pajamas were only for bedtime?

Dress up the whole family in their favorite festive PJs and take an unforgettable photo with Santa. Whether it’s silly or sweet, it will be the perfect picture to share with all your family and friends.

Come See Mr. & Mrs. Santa Claus Dec. 9, 10am-

2pm • Schultz’s Country Barn, 50996 N. Main St., Eleva • FREE • All ages • schultzscountrybarn.com Come and see Mr. & Mrs. Santa Claus. Every child receives a treat bag. Concessions available. Pictures Optional. Free games by 4H.

Santa Is Coming To Green Oasis Dec. 9, 10am-3pm

• Green Oasis Gardens, 1403 122nd Street, Chippewa Falls • FREE • All Ages • 715.832.0800 Ext. 102 • Find it on Facebook Kids enjoy pictures with Santa in the warm greenhouse, along with great kid activities and FREE refreshments. Sales throughout the store and FREE gift wrapping.

Walk Through the Park Dec. 10, 5-6:30pm • Irvine

Park, Bridgewater Avenue, Chippewa Falls • chippewafalls-wi.gov Santa Claus will attend a holiday walk through Irvine Park’s Christmas Village, where participants can carol, take in several light displays, drink hot chocolate, and eat free cookies.

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THE CHRISTMAS CARROT

what happens when an 8-year-old creates the not-so-perfect gift for mom WORDS BY RON DAVIS / ILLUSTRATION BY JANAE BREUNIG

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veryone has probably gone through the do-it-yourself Christmas present routine at some time in their life. I went through mine when I was only 8 years old.

Weeks before Christmas, I had caught a glimpse of a great gift idea in Boy’s Life that I thought would be perfect for my mom. It was a little pencil holder to be hung near a calendar or wherever pencils were frequently needed. It looked like a carrot that had been hollowed out from the top to accommodate a pencil, and it had strings attached for hanging it up. Not being any more of stickler for details than I am now, I didn’t bother to read the directions which pointed out that the gift was to be fashioned out of wood and painted orange, not fashioned out of a real carrot as I, in my abundant 8-year-old wisdom, had guessed.

Anyway, I first found the perfect carrot in the fridge and painstakingly began drilling out the center. This is not an easy task for 8-year-old hands, and I had to go through a number of carrots to get just the right effect. (I was careful to eat my mistakes so as to avoid revealing my secret idea.)

Orange fingers and all, I went on to the next step of boring two small holes near the top with a toothpick for the string. Unfortunately, at that moment all the string in the house was tied up in a swinging foot bridge for my army men, so I substituted a broken rubber band. Not exactly up to Boy’s Life standards, I admit.

To disguise the true nature of my mother’s pencil holder, I wrapped it in an old shoe box. Then, after wadding on a few yards of wrapping paper and Scotch tape, I was positively beaming with the knowledge that all my shopping was done for the family, with more than three weeks to spare.

In the days leading up to Christmas I could hardly contain my excitement when my parents and brothers and sisters would open their gifts from me.

I took particular delight in my mom’s puzzlement when she shook her present, even urging my dad to take a turn.

That poor carrot.

After what seemed like centuries,

Christmas morning finally arrived. As usual, before dawn I was already nervously perched at the top of the stairs, waiting for the rest of the family to get up, so we could all tromp downstairs as a group. Reaching the bottom of the stairs, I could immediately see Santa had come in the night and had set up a new electric road race set. I also got my “Fort Apache” that year I think. It included painted tin walls that slotted together and hundreds of Indians, calvarymen, cowboys, and cowgirls, all frozen in poses from their wild – and apparently very violent – lives.

After dumping out stockings full of candy, pencils, tablets, and other goodies, we advanced to the living room where we kept the tree and the rest of the presents. Even in the midst of tearing open all the treasures I was

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receiving, I kept an ear cocked for the signs of appreciation for the gifts of my arduous labor. My sister, who received a ring toss game, was, well, polite; my dad’s obligatory “Did you really make this yourself, Ron?” in reaction to a flour and water ashtray was sufficiently reassuring, and the present pile wound down to just a few, including the fateful carrot.

By this time things had quieted down so the whole family could observe each box. As my mother opened the lid, she paused with a quizzical expression. Was this another of the prank gifts my family gave from time to time? “Ron...?”

“How do you like it?” No one could yet see what had once been a carrot.

“Well ...” Sensing a possible catastrophe at my expense, my family

hovered in.

“What is that?” asked my sister.

Moving to look in myself I said, “It’s a carrot pencil holder, you know, to go by a calendar or something.” Then I saw it. Instead of a carrot in the box, there was this thing. I remember thinking some tiny animal had crawled into the package, eaten the carrot and then died itself, but it actually looked more like something that might have come out of an animal. Suddenly the full impact of my colossal screw-up was upon me. Even the rubber band was indistinguishable.

“I guess it got rotten.” I looked up into the faces of my family; they seemed to struggle momentarily to control themselves and then gave in, to burst into laughter. Kleenex was coming out, glasses were coming off, my brother was holding his sides and bending over, unable to even speak.

Even my mother, who was one of those people who lose their breath when they get hysterical, was starting to make little high-pitched wheezing noises.

I didn’t know where to look.

Thoughts of Fort Apaches and road race sets had been dashed from my head, and the tears finally came. My brother and sisters, however, were already scanning the remaining gifts for To/From tags with my name, making comments like, “I wonder if anyone else is getting a vegetable this year?”

Mercifully, soon my mom came in with the traditional crescent coffee cake, and I was able to retreat into the bittersweet isolation my new toys provided.

Starting that day, the carrot story became a family favorite, but the following Christmas some strange things happened. Early in December, my oldest sister offered to take me shopping, when she normally acted as if she would die of embarrassment to be seen with me. My dad secretly advanced me a few weeks of my allowance, and my mom sat down with me one snowy afternoon to make a list of presents. Was this the same family who had delighted in my utter humiliation the year before? I was learning something. The carrot fiasco was not the end of the world. My family really did care. Finding this out was probably the best Christmas present I ever received – even better than a carrot pencil holder.

A recent newcomer to Eau Claire, Ron Davis is a motorcycle journalist, essayist and frequent contributor to Wisconsin Public Radio’s Wisconsin Life.

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200 MAIN GALLERY

ART, GIFTS, GIFT CARDS AND MORE, STARTING AT $10

You’ve got unique friends (because you’re unique). Well lucky you, because 200 Main Gallery offers unique gifts at Downtown Eau Claire’s newest art space.

Along with work from always-changing visiting artists, you’ll find affordable, original art and creative gifts – like jewelry, hand-painted pillows and prints, and Eau Claire’s largest selection of saris (from Sari Bazaar), colorful handmade fair trade blankets, scarves, bags, purses, journals and more.

200 Main Street, Eau Claire 715-379-9493 • facebook.com/200Maineauclaire

EAU CLAIRE BIKE & SPORT BIKES, BOARDS AND MORE

Welcome to winter, where Eau Claire Bike and Sport has got you covered with their selection of new and used snowboards and accessories — perfect for adventuresome holiday gifts. When the snow melts, be ready to enjoy the outdoors with bikes, skateboards, roller blades, and more!

403 Water Street, Eau Claire (715) 832-6149 • www.bikeandsport.com

MARIEKE GOUDA CHEESE GIFT BOXES, STARTING AT $35 People, this is Wisconsin. You can’t go wrong with the gift of cheese. These gift boxes feature your choice of award-winning, Marieke Gouda – and you can add local wine, snack sticks, fine chocolate, specialty crackers, and more. Order before December 15 for guaranteed delivery before Christmas. Visit their website of stop by the store to view options.

NORTHBOUND SUPPLY CO. VARIOUS GIFTS, VARIOUS PRICES

Dash through the snow and into Northbound Supply Co this holiday season! Warm up with a coffee or espresso as you check out Eau Claire’s premier men’s goods store. Check someone off on your shopping list with a cool SECRID wallet, a Faribault blanket, or a Topo Designs bag – or just treat yourself. You deserve it.

200 W. Liberty Drive, Thorp (715) 669-5230 • mariekegouda.com

215 N Barstow Street, Eau Claire northbound.supply

TROLLHAUGEN OUTDOOR RECREATION AREA GIFT CARDS

Does the shredder on your gift list already have a nice sweater? Well, then – give them the gift of fun on the frosty slopes, or the sweet feeling of soaring through the sky. Trollhaugen gift cards are available in any amount, and they’re good for all of Trollhaugen’s fabulous outdoor fun!

2232 100th Avenue, Dresser (715) 755-2955 • www.trollhaugen.com

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SPONSORED GIFT IDEAS

RED’S MERCANTILE HYGGE GIFT SET, $90

Hygge is a Danish term for coziness + contentment – what better feelings to give this holiday season to your loved ones? Red’s Mercantile has curated a package that includes a soft, merino wool scarf from Faribault Woolen Mills of Faribault, Minnesota and a hand thrown stoneware mug by Christi Ahee of Chicago. Choose your scarf color. Sets include a 3.5 ounce Teakwood + Tobacco candle (a best seller) by PF Candle. All made in America.

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224 N Dewey Street, Eau Claire (715) 829-0165 • redsmercantile.com

DOWN TO EARTH GARDEN CENTER AND THE FIVE & TWO CAFE GARDENING, DINING OR COUNTRY STORE GIFT CARDS, VARIOUS PRICES

Down to Earth mixes together a full line of landscaping and lawn care services, a robust garden center, a gourmet café, and an old-fashioned country store (perfect if you’re shopping for that unique, rustic gift). And the shopping experience at Down to Earth is a gift in and of itself, featuring a relaxed atmosphere and helpful staff.

6025 Arndt Lane, Eau Claire (715) 833-1234 • eauclairelandscaping.com

SAYLON SEVEN SALON GIFT CARDS

Saylon Seven is a Paul Mitchell focus salon where the creative, artsy atmosphere helps their “hair doctrors” bring a guest’s request to life. They love all hair types – and they want you to love yourself! Stop in this holiday season for 15% OFF all Paul Mitchell styling tools. And when you spend $50 or more on a gift certificate, you’ll receive an additional $10 free!

314 N. Barstow Street (715) 836-7771 • www.saylonseven.com

TRACTOR CENTRAL STORES

JOHN DEERE TOYS, VARIOUS PRICES

Bring home the nostalgia of this workhorse used on many American farms in the mid-to-late 1960’s.

Features include newly tooled hood, engine detail, front frame, grille and exhaust stack. Manufactured of durable stamped steel and die cast construction. One of several Dealer-exclusive John Deere toys!

Tractor Central is stocked up with tons of toys, from small scale models to the 12-volt ride on toys on the top of many wish lists. Visit your local Tractor Central to view all the variety of John Deer ride-on toys.

5704 Arndt Lane, Eau Claire (715) 833-9690 12433 Highway S, Chippewa Falls (715) 723-8400 E4650 County Rd BB, Menomonie (715) 235-4203 www.tractorcentral.com/contact-us

MELNATURAL STOCKING STUFFERS AND NATURAL SKINCARE ITEMS, STARTING AT $4

OFFBEATS VIOLIN & GUITAR STRING INSTRUMENTS, MUSIC LESSONS, GIFT CARDS, VARIOUS PRICES

In addition to a wide variety of string instruments – from rentals and starters to fine instruments and bows – Offbeats also offers lessons for all ages and skill levels on a variety of string instruments and piano. But why stop there? They also provide music, accessories, and even event performers for your holiday parties. Gift cards available!

307 S Farwell Street, Eau Claire (715) 579-3016 • offbeatsviolin.com

Melnatural products are not only handmade, they’re specially formulated with essential oils and all natural ingredients. Plus, everything is locally made right here in Eau Claire, Wisconsin.

Products include lotions, face scrubs, bath bombs and more (check out their website for a full list). People on your gift list can expect better looking and feeling skin – and you can know you’re supporting a local business!

Eau Claire (715) 271-2341 • melnaturel.com

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WILLIAMS DIAMOND CENTER LIZZY JAMES, STARTING AT $44

Introducing the biggest trend in casual dress. You can wear them as a necklace or a bracelet. Williams has several colors and styles available. Each Lizzy James piece is carefully handcrafted in the USA! – the perfect stocking stuffer!

BED, BATH & DRAPERY

BIKE WALL ART, $14.99-$45.99

Calling all bicycle lovers! The bicycle-themed wall art items at Bed, Bath & Drapery are hip and stylish, with the perfect hint of retro flair to spruce up any living room wall. They also promote a healthy outdoor activity enjoyed by thousands of locals.

2823 London Road, Eau Claire (715) 834-9929 • williamsdiamond.com

3475 East Hamilton Avenue, Eau Claire (715) 839-9000 • bedbathanddrapery.com

IGNITE

GIFT CARDS, VARIOUS PRICES

Give the gift that can truly impact the life of your friend or family member for the rest of their life – the gift of health and wellness.

IGNITE is a unique blend of strength training, conditioning, and yoga, with a focus on impacting your body and your mind. Fun and challenging classes are designed to help you reach your goals in health, fitness, and lifestyle. Experience Downtown Eau Claire’s newest and most unique addition to health and fitness.

40 S. Barstow Street, Eau Claire (715) 598-1837 • FitEliteOnline.com/Ignite

MIKE’S ART & DESIGN SUPPLY

GIFT BUNDLES, GIFT CARDS, VARIOUS PRICES

Time to bundle up for winter! Art supply bundles, that is! This holiday season Mike’s Art & Design Supply will be offering discounts on gift bundles. Choose related items to create a cuztomized set of supplies and save big. Come on in and they will help you put together items for a great gift. Still not sure? Gift certiciates available. Mike’s is locally owned and operated and a great source for professional quality art supplies. Check them out on Facebook!

105 Main St E, Menomonie • (715) 235-3322 facebook.com/Mikes-Art-Design-Supply-198962016834825

THREAD LAB

FABRIC, YARN, SUPPLIES, GIFT CARDS, STARTING AT $5

Can’t decide between fabric or yarn? Thread Lab has both and a lot more.

They’ll help you find the perfect gift for that “hard-to-buy-for” person on your list. And don’t forget, gift cards are always a great option. Each product brought into Thread Lab is meticulously hand-picked for quality and great style, so you can rest assured you’re buying nothing but the best. From the latest patterns and notions, large selections of fabric and yarn, and fun classes, to friendly and knowledgeable staff that are always willing to help, you’ll want to make Thread Lab a destination for your holiday shopping.

301 Main Sreet E, Menomonie (715) 578-9050 • threadlabwi.com

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF EAU CLAIRE GIFT CARDS, VARIOUS PRICES

Give the gift of play this holiday season! A Children’s Museum of Eau Claire gift card comes with name-your-price convenience and can be used for daily admission to the Museum. Gift cards can also be used on any of the fun and educational items in our Museum Shop! With three floors of hands-on exhibits and hours of fun learning opportunities, the Museum is a favorite for local parents or grandparents. Make memories that will last long after you leave the Museum!

220 S Barstow Street, Eau Claire (715) 832-5437 • childrensmuseumec.com

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METROPOLIS RESORT

GIFT CARDS, VARIOUS PRICES

Give the gift that will have them jumping for joy!

Adding to the Action City Fun Center & Trampoline Park, Metropolis Resort features the newly renovated Chaos Indoor Water Park with a brand new kid’s Aquatic Playground. The resort is home to Eau Claire’s only Trampoline Park (compete with Ninja Warrior courses), go-kart tracks, arcade games, laser tag, and more.

With so much to do, Metropolis Resort gift cards offer the perfect family getaway. Holiday Special: Receive $5 free with every $100 gift cad purchased during the holiday season (offer starts Nov. 24, 2017). Gift cards can be used anywhere in the resort. Available for purchase online or at any front desk. Not valid towards weddings, meetings or special events. Gift Cards never expire.

5150 Fairview Dr., Eau Claire (715) 852-6000 • MetropolisResort.com

FOREIGN 5

TRENDY AND CLASSIC CLOTHING, $10 - $30

Foreign 5 features some of the most unique apparel in the area. They offer soft and cozy scarves and fun jewelry to add an exciting accent to any outfit. They also have a great selection of gloves, hats, slippers, lotions, soaps, and more – perfect for holiday gift giving and a “uniquely” fun shopping experience!

123 N Bridge Street, Chippewa Falls (715) 720-9800 • www.foreign5.com

DENOVO MEDSPA

CUSTOMIZABLE GIFT BASKETS AND GIFT CERTIFICATES, VARIOUS PRICES

Give the special lady in your life the gift of beautiful skin.

From lipsticks, to skincare kits, there are endless options.

Or treat her to a relaxing hour with a facial gift certificate. She will love being pampered.

745 Kenney Avenue, Eau Claire (715) 835-2285 • denovomedspa.com

MAY’S FLORAL GARDEN AND GIFTS GIFTS AND GIFT CARDS, VARIOUS PRICES

Eau Claire’s largest floral shop and garden center has something beautiful for everyone. Shop year-round in a lush, beautiful, warm and tranquil location filled with floral goods, garden items, houseplants, holiday décor, one-of-a-kind gifts, jewelry, and even clothing. May’s has a fun, festive environment with tons to choose from.

3424 Jeffers Road, Eau Claire (715) 836-8220 • maysfloralgarden.com

SAKURA SKIN SPA

RELAXING FACIALS, SKINCARE PRODUCTS AND GIFT CARDS, VARIOUS PRICES

JOHNNY’S STEAKHOUSE

GIFT CARDS, VARIOUS AMOUNTS

Voted Best Restaurant for Upscale Dining by readers in Volume One’s Best of the Chippewa Valley Reader Poll, and grabbing another place for Best Steak, Johnny’s Italian Steakhouse offers amazing, unpretentious food with a casual dining experience in an elegant setting. Surprise your loved ones with a meal at Johnny’s and wait for their tummies to rumble.

4751 Owen Ayres Crt., Eau Claire (715) 830-9779 • www.johnnysitaliansteakhouse.com/eauclaire

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Sakura Skin Spa offers those on your list the gift of relaxation while achieving healthy, glowing skin!

They offer relaxing facials using FarmHouse Fresh natural, Naturopathica organic, or medical-grade skincare products. With their gift cards, full skin care lines, complimentary consultations and treatments ranging from HydraFacials to laser treatments and everything in between, the people on your list are sure to get exactly what they want.

4210 Southtowne Drive, Eau Claire (715) 514-3548 • sakuraskinspa.com

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FUJI SUSHI & STEAKHOUSE

GIFT CARD DEALS, VARIOUS PRICES

Give the gift of delectable cuisine with a Fuji gift card! Buy a $50 gift card, and get a $10 gift card free. Buy a $75 gift card, and get a $15 gift card free. Buy a $100 gift card, and get a $20 free.

Offer valid Dec. 1 through Dec. 31, 2017. Gift cards do not expire!

4864 Keystone Crossing, Eau Claire (715) 832-3388 • www.fujieauclaire.com

BLUE OX RUNNING

GIFT SETS, $70; GIFT CARDS, VARIOUS PRICES

THOMAS VIDEO STUDIO

Can’t decide what to get for your active loved ones? Blue Ox Running makes it simple! Get a Blue Ox sweatshirt, your choice of mug, one pair of Hidden Comfort Balega socks, and your choice of a high quality sticker or two nutrition items – all for only $70! Upgrade your sweatshirt to a premium soft zip-up for only $10 more. The shop is known for their FREE custom shoe fittings along with a premium selection of running shoes, gear, apparel, and gift cards.

MAKE OLD FAMILY MEMORIES NEW AGAIN, VARIOUS PRICES

Don’t wait until it’s too late! Those treasured photos, slides, movie films, videotapes, memory cards, and audio recordings are deteriorating over time. Even today’s storage technologies can get misplaced or accidentally deleted. Since 1980, Thomas Video Studio has made these old memories new again by professionally duplicating them to Digital Media, DVD or DC. Call or visit their web site and you’ll discover why thousands of customers have trusted them with their family’s precious memories!

417 S Barstow Street, Eau Claire (715) 514-0898 • blueoxrunning.com

Eau Claire (715) 832-4349 • ThomasVideoStudio.com

MASON OUTLET STORE

SMARTWOOL SOCKS, STARTING AT $12.95

Treat those feet with a fantastic pair of SmartWool socks. No ordinary sock, they combine comfort and versatility with odor-free, temperature control technology.

And get this – they’re unshrinkable. Using the softeStreet, strongeStreet, whitest wool on the planet – New Zealand merino – SmartWool works with growers in tune with their land and sheep. The instant that lucky person on your gift list pulls on a SmartWool sock, they’ll be awestruck by the soft, luxurious feel of a sock able to withstand extended periods of mixed weather conditions.

301 N Bridge Street, Chippewa Falls (715) 723-4323 • facebook.com/masonoutletstore

MIKE’S STAR MARKET

GIFT CARDS, VARIOUS PRICES

“Eau Claire’s Hometown Meat Market” features hormone-free, grass fed beef, leanpork, hormone free chicken, local lamb, and lean pork sausages and brats. They’ve also got custom spice mixes and condiments. Everything is handmade right in the store for the freshest flavors. They also offer high-quality, mouth-watering chocolates. Learn about their cage-free, locally sourced eggs, custom smoked hams, bacon, and wild game processing.

LASKER JEWELERS

KENDRA SCOTT ELISA NECKLACE, STARTING AT $55

2238 Heimstead Road, Eau Claire (715) 552-3842 • MikesStarMarket.co

A dainty stone and delicate metallic chain combine to create the Elisa Necklace available in a variety of stones and colors.

It’ll be your loved one’s new favorite wear-anywhere accessory.

3705 S. Oakwood Mall Drive, Eau Claire (715) 835-5914 • Laskers.com

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LEINIE LODGE

LEINENKUGEL’S MERCHANDISE, VARIOUS PRICES

Stop by the Leinie Lodge to satisfy your holiday shopping needs and join them for a historic brewery tour. Your can even enjoy Leinie’s samples while you browse their unique Leinenkugel’s Gifts. Check out our merchandise online at www.Shop.Leinie.com and be sure to sign up to receive their weekly sale news. oin the Leinie Side on social media on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook!

124 E. Elm Street, Chippewa Falls (888) 534-6437 • leinie.com

20OZ. POLAR CAMEL TRAVEL MUGS, STARTING AT $6, INCLUDING PERSONALIZATION

Perfect for college students, your kid’s teacher, co-workers, Secret Santas, or just about any other person on your liStreet, Awards & More Co. features 20oz. stainless steel polar camel travel mugs. Designed to keep any drink really hot or really cold, these durable thermal mugs are available in silver, black, blue or pink. All design and engraving is included in the price, done in-house and tailored to your request. A gift to delight everyone this holiday!

2425 Seymour Road, Eau Claire (715) 839-8666 • awardsandmore.com

SHARP PHOTO

CUSTOM CANVAS PRINTS, VARIOUS AMOUNTS

Take your favorite photos or fine art and turn them into attractive Canvas Prints. Sharp’s gallery-wrapped, ready-todisplay canvas prints come in a wide variety of sizes from as small as 8x10 inches to as large as 30x40 inches.

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3306 Mall Dr., Eau Claire (715) 824-6588 • www.sharpphoto.net

DAVINCI THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE

22 CHEVAUX

MASSAGE SERVICES, $50 - $120

UNIQUE SOLID WOOD FURNISHINGS AND DÉCOR, VARIOUS PRICES

Give the gift of health and relaxation this year with a DaVinci Therapeutic Massage. Your loved one can reclaim their body’s artistry with one of DaVinci’s “healing hands” therapists. Voted Best Place for a Massage three years in a row

by Volume One readers! Call or stop in to purchase your gift cards or purchase printable gift certificates through their website!

Perfect gift ideas! 22 Chevaux offers timeless, heirloom quality solid wood items in teak, teak root, mahogany, and boat wood. This amazing furniture originates from sustainable plantations or from recycled/ reclaimed wood. These are one of a kind “conversation pieces.” Delight your senses, experience tranquility, and design your living space to bring balance and harmony into your home. Enjoy exceptional pricing because you’re buying factory direct!

3420 Mall Drive, Eau Claire (715) 379-1922 • davincimassage.com

215 South Dewey Street, Eau Claire (715) 895-8229 • 22chevaux.com

CURVUE HIDEAWAY + TREES HANDCRAFTED MITTENS, NON-WOOL $13, WOOL: $23

It’s Wisconsin, which means our winters tend to get a bit chilly! Give your loved ones a gift that will help warm them up. These beautifully repurposed mittens,

by Jeanne’s Creations, are comfortable, warm and affordable! They come in plenty of styles and are a great gift for all ages.

5079 US HWY 53, Eau Claire (715) 878-4366 • ctreesonc.com

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SAMMY’S PIZZA & RESTAURANT GIFT CARDS, VARIOUS PRICES

GIve the gift of iconic pizzas featuring Sammy’s secret mix of delicious seasonings and signature crisp crust made from fresh dough every day. Or enjoy Genuine Broaster Chicken with its tender, juicy, marinated favor deep down to the bone! They also offer soups and salads, burgers and sandwiches, and an all-you-can eat Friday fish fry.

2812 London Road, Eau Claire (715) 831-1300 • SammysPizzaEauClaire.com

IGNITE PERSONAL TRAINING PACKAGE EAU CLAIRE YMCA, $99

Need some direction? Don’t know where to start? The Ignite Personal Training Package can help you or a loved one get started. Meet with a YMCA personal trainer and receive three 60-minute personal training sessions, as well as a wellness consultation and assessment. (Offer valid only for those new to personal training. Contact the YMCA for more details.)

HOPE GOSPEL MISSION STORES GIFTS AND GIFT CARDS FOR A CAUSE, VARIOUS PRICES

Support a great cause when you shop this holiday season. Your purchase will help individuals in need right here in our Chippewa Valley community. Plus, mention this Volume One ad to get a FREE $5 store gift certificate with a purchase over $20!

700 Graham Avenue, Eau Claire (715) 836-8460 • eauclaireymca.org

Bargain Center (Eau Claire), 2511 Moholt Dr Building Hope, 2108 Western Ave., Eau Claire Bargain Center (Mondovi), 121 N Eau Claire St hopegospelmission.org

THE GLASS ORCHARD

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HANDMADE GLASS GIFTS AND GIFT BASKETS, STARTING AT $25

LOCALLY-SOURCED MEAL KITS, VARIOUS PRICES

The gorgeous, handmade glass items created at The Glass Orchard’s studio in Eau Claire make a truly unique gift for your loved ones. Prepackaged baskets include a flattened wine bottle cheese platter, four patterned fused glass plates, and a colorful flame-worked glass wine bottle stopper. Just add your favorite bottle of wine! Reserve yours early – only 50 are made. Visit The Glass Orchard during the sale weekend (Dec. 9 and 10, 9am-5pm) to see what other glass items (including ornaments) are available. Ask them about their gift certificates and private classes.

Tired of wondering what’s for dinner or standing in long checkout lines? Skip those long grocery trips and become a master home chef with Delivery Bistro, the Chippewa Valley’s new meal kit service offering locally-sourced, perfectly portioned ingredients and easy-to-follow recipes – delivered directly to your home or office. Give the gift of incredible, local dinners by visiting deliverybistro.com to learn more, view plans, and purchase gift cards.

130 Deerfield Road, Eau Claire (715) 252-0720 • theglassorchard@gmail.com facebook.com/theglassorchardWI

309 E Grand Avenue, Eau Claire (715) 514-1282 • deliverybistro.com

SPACED OUT FURNISHINGS

FURNITURE, LIGHTING, ACCESSORIES, VARIOUS PRICES

Spaced Out Furnishings offers you an authentic collection of midcentury modern and vintage industrial furniture, lighting, and accessories. You’ll find small items, like desk accessories, to significant items, like desks! Everything is midcentury modern or vintage industrial – intriguing, collectible, and cool.

200 Main Street, Eau Claire (715) 379-0464 • spacedoutfurnishings.com

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JUST LOCAL FOOD COOPERATIVE

INFINITY BEVERAGES WINERY & DISTILLERY

SOCIALLY CONSCIOUS GIFT BASKETS, STARTING AT $15.99

HOLIDAY GIFT BOXES FILLED WITH LIQUID GOODNESS, 10% OFF ALL ITEMS IN CUSTOM GIFT BOX

Who doesn’t like a good gift box full of wine?

Infinity Beverages has been crafting up specialty wines and spirits since 2010, and this holiday they’re offering custom gift boxes filled with liquid goodies. The gift box is free, and all the contents you throw inside of it are 10% off. Choose between a box of three bottles, or two bottles and a set of glassware.

No matter your taste, Eau Claire’s local, community-owned grocery store – Just Local Food – has the perfect gift basket available for everyone on your shopping list. Featuring a variety of organic, all natural and/or local products, you’ll find everything from meats and cheeses, to soaps and lotions, to special mustards and sauces, and everything in between.

1117 S Farwell Street, Eau Claire (715) 552-3366 • justlocalfood.coop

3460 Mall Drive, Eau Claire (715) 895-8020 • www.infinitybeverages.com

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GIFT CARDS, MEMBERSHIPS, CLOTHING, VARIOUS PRICES Give the gift of health and wellness at Eau Claire’s newest yoga studio – right in the heart of downtown. Sky Yoga offers heated and nonheated yoga, barre, aerial yoga, private lessons, children’s yoga, reiki services, and pole lessons. All fitness levels and ages are welcome and encouraged to join a class. Stop by their onsite store to browse clothing and stocking stuffers such as essential oils, stones and crystals, and more.

415 ½ S Barstow Street, Eau Claire (715) 598-6043 • skyyoga.yoga

THE DAILY SOAK

BATH BOMBS, SOAPS, LOTIONS, VARIOUS PRICES

Pamper the ones you love this holiday season. The Daily Soak offers handmade soaps, lotion, bath bombs and more. They have a large selection of natural skincare products scented to perfection sure to delight everyone on your Christmas list. Stop by their kiosk in Oakwood Mall across from Victoria’s Secret on Thursdays, Fridays or Saturdays this holiday season – or find them online!

Thorp • Oakwood Mall, Eau Claire (715) 773-0512 • thedailysoak.com

BED, BATH & DRAPERY

BIRCH TABLE LAMP, $29.99 AND $43.99

ROBERT GIEDE DESIGN

HANDMADE JEWELRY, STARTING AT $50

Treat your loved ones to something special with a custom-made gift. Robert Giede Designs offers you heirloom quality originals like pendants, rings, and earrings — all of them created in-house by skilled hands. And don’t worry. Custom sounds pricey, but Robert Giede Designs has you covered on any budget.

Light up your space! With this fun, northwoods-y lamp, you don’t even need to pull a string or touch a button. Simply touch the lamp and it lights up, filling your room with up-north cabin charm. It also has three light levels, so you’re in total control of how much northwoods flavor the lamp lets out.

3475 East Hamilton Avenue, Eau Claire (715) 839-9000 • bedbathanddrapery.com

2321 South Broadway, Menomonie (715) 235-7766 • robertgiededesign.com

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SWEET STUFF Satisfy that sweet tooth, y’all!

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Augusta Bakery 144 W. Lincoln St., Augusta • (715) 286-4700 • facebook.com Real artisan bakery – daily fresh breads, buns, and pastry. Award winning doughnuts - in 20+ flavors daily. Best selection of specialty and traditional cookies, rosettes, coffeecakes, Fruitcake, Paczki, Yule kaka, Stolen, cakes, and cupcakes. Famous best tasting buns and real breads. The owner was the 54th certified Master Baker in the U.S.

Bloomer Bakery 1415 Main St., Bloomer • (715) 5683321 • facebook.com A classic hometown bakery specializing in quality donuts, danish, breads, and cakes.

Buttercream Cakes & Desserts 2807 East Hamilton Ave, Eau Claire • (715) 832-4048 or (651) 430-9654 • buttercream.eauclaire@gmail.com • buttercream. info Buttercream’s dessert offerings include cheesecakes, cookies, truffles, tarts, brownies, bars, cakes, and much more. Wedding services include cakes, cake stands, a large variety of cupcakes, and more.

Call to schedule a consultation and Buttercream will set up a complimentary tasting.

Buttons Bakery & Boutique N1056 CR-H, Rock

Falls • (715) 875-4456 • facebook.com This bakery serves up fresh baked cookies, rolls, candy, and other treats. Browse their unique selection of new, handmade, and vintage items as well as fashion accessories and home accents all while sipping on fresh brewed coffee.

Cadott Bakery 334 North Main St., Cadott • (715)

289-4288 • Abi@cadottbakery.com • facebook.com/ CadottBakery An old fashioned bakery specializing in donuts, muffins, cupcakes and cakes, breads, buns, and more. Try their horsehoe donuts and jumbo muffins. They also take orders in advance and do wedding cake delivery.

Dessert First 2425 Seymour Road, Eau Claire •

(715) 833-8440 • getdessertfirst.com Famous for its multitude of cupcakes, this California-inspired bakery offers quality sweet temptations and lunch time treats. Check out special December cupcakes, red hot cinnamon and egg nog. Offers free wedding consultations.

The French Press - Catering & Bakery 2823 Lon-

don Rd., Eau Claire • (715) 598-7017 • thefrenchpresseauclaire.com A cafe and bakery that creates all sorts of dessert options for whatever catering needs you might have. Dessert offerings include sheet cakes, cupcakes, bakery, french macarons, cookies, brownies & bars, pies, crostadas, tarts, crisps, cheesecakes, and unique creations.

Gladys’ Dazzling Desserts Menomonie • (715) 309-

8117 • gladysdazzlingdesserts@gmail.com Home of the award-winning Misty Mint Bars and Czech kolaches. Hand-made from scratch, one-of-a-kind treats including mini bundt cakes, tarts, pies and a variety of bars. Serving the greater Chippewa Valley Area.

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Weddings, bridal showers, rehearsals, anniversaries and other special events.

Great Harvest Bread Company 4324 Southtowne

Place, Eau Claire • (715) 552-8000 • greatharvestbreadeauclaire.com Stop in for a free slice of hotout-of-the-oven bread or a taste of their legendary sweets. The whole grain for their breads is ground fresh every day, and they offer an assortment of seasonal sweet treats for your holiday gatherings.

Norske Nook of Osseo 13804 7th St., Osseo • (715)

597-3069 and (800) 294-6665 • osseo@norskenook. com • norskenook.com Norske Nook bakery offers an assortment of baked goods, including muffins, breads, cookies, lefse, tortes, cheesecakes, and, of course, homemade pie. Love, care, and attention to detail are ingredients in every recipe we make.

Sue’s Deluxe Bake Shop 1319 Birch St., Eau Claire

• (715) 552-3931 • sue@eauclairebakery.com • eauclairebakery.com A neighborhood favorite, Sue’s mostly homemade items includes custard angel foods, decorated cakes, buns, breads, cookies, Danish kringlesand sweet rolls, bars, sweet breads, and more.

The Twisted Pantry (Inside Buttercream Cakes), 2807 East Hamilton Ave, Eau Claire • (715) 833-8009 • michelle@thetwistedpantry.com, myra@thetwistedpantry.com • thetwistedpantry.com Pasta and olive oils, crackers and chips, baking mixes, snack trays, drink mixes, dip mixes, sprinkles, candles, spices, and nuts.

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donating HELP THEM HELP OTHERS

Here are some of the Chippewa Valley’s many organizations working to help those in need. They’ll accept money, food, special items, or your time as a volunteer.

American Cancer Society 2519 N Hillcrest Pkwy

Ste 100, Altoona • 832-0181 • cancer.org ACS are a nationwide, yet community based voluntary health organization.

American Red Cross - Altoona 3728 Spooner Ave.,

Altoona • (877) 618-6628 • redcross.org/wi The American Red Cross offers disaster support in the event of an emergency, educations programs that promote health and safety; then following the rest of the second paragraph

American Red Cross Blood Donation Center 3485

E. Hamilton Ave., Eau Claire • (800) 733-2767 • redcrossblood.org Offering many charitable services.

Check out the website for blood drive information, more donation sites and available appointment times.

Donate money, blood, or volunteer.

Arc Eau Claire 800 Wisconsin St., Bldg D02, Suite

318, Eau Claire • (715) 514-1825 • thearceauclaire. com Advocating for the rights of citizens with cognitive disabilities. Volunteer in the office or donate.

Beacon House (Interfaith Hospitality Network) 309

E. Lake St., Eau Claire • 834-4357 • ecihn@sbcglobal. net • beacon-house.org A facility in downtown Eau Claire where the homeless can stay while seeking

employment and housing. Please donate.

Beaver Creek Reserve S1 County Highway K, Fall

Creek • 877-2212 • beavercreekreserve.org They provide programs, activities, and experiences to help people of all ages explore the natural world. Donate money and/or your time to assist the staff and naturalists run the reserve. Help with anything from answering phones to maintaining trails.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Wisconsin

424 Galloway St., Eau Claire • (715) 835-0161 • info@bbbsnw.org • bbbsnw.org Big Brothers Big Sisters helps children reach their potential through professionally supported one-to-one relationships. Check out their services, or donate or volunteer to be a “Big,” helping your “Little” better their life and relationships.

Bolton Refuge House 807 S. Farwell St., Eau Claire

• (715) 834-0628 • boltonrefugehouse@yahoo.com • BoltonRefuge.com A nonprofit organization designed to provide services to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. A 24-hour crisis line, counseling, and other help are available. Volunteer to be a receptionist, provide child care services or transportation. Donate money, clothes and household essentials.

Boy & Girls Clubs of the Greater Chippewa Valley

org • thebridgetohope.org A domestic abuse and sexual assault agency, helping victims of Dunn and Pepin counties rebuild their lives. Check out their services or volunteer or donate money and other much-needed goods such as household items.

Catholic Charities 448 N. Dewey St., Eau Claire •

832-6644 • eauclaire@cclse.org • cclse.org Providing adoption and post adoption services, pregnancy support services, a community homeless facility, and charitable outreach, financial education and enrichment to the community. Donation & volunteer opportunities available.

Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin-Community Services 2004 Highland Ave., suite M, Eau Claire •

(715) 835-5915 • kidhero.chw.org They are the largest private, non-profit provider of child welfare services in Wisconsin. Donate money, toys, art supplies, merchandise to be auctioned off, or volunteer.

Chippewa Valley Free Clinic 836 Richard Dr., Eau

Claire • (715) 839-8477 • cvfreeclinic.org Their mission is to provide health related services for people, who could not easily afford it otherwise. Donate or volunteer, even if you don’t have medical experience, your skills could be useful.

1005 Oxford Avenue, Eau Claire • 855-0081 • cvclubs. org Ages 8-18 can learn and grow in a safe, productive, and positive place after school and during school breaks. They offer free tutoring and homework help as well as programs in areas like sports, recreation, and fitness, character and leadership, and education and career.

Chippewa Valley Museum 1204 E. Half Moon Dr.,

The Bridge to Hope 1901 South Broadway,

4977 • Rachel@thecommunitytable.org • thecommunitytable.org A collaborative effort of local churches,

Menomonie • 235-9074 • manager@thebridgetohope.

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Eau Claire • (715) 834-7871 • info@cvmuseum.com • cvmuseum.com The Chippewa Valley Museum believes understanding the history of our community gives us a better understanding of our state and nation, and better appreciation of our American heritage.

Community Table 320 Putnam St., Eau Claire • 835-

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THE SALVATION ARMY

SEEKING & GIVING HELP DURING THE HOLIDAYS agencies aid families in need and offer volunteer opportunities WORDS BY BARBARA ARNOLD

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PHOTOS BY ANDREA PAULSETH

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ven months ahead of time, we are reminded that Christmas is coming when holiday décor and toylands begin to appear in stores both brick-and-mortar and online. At the same time, you’ll also see kindhearted individuals in the Chippewa Valley start their missions for the children, families, and individuals in our area who have needs during the holiday season that may go unfulfilled if not for their neighbors’ generosity. At this time of year, many organizations are doing special things in addition to what they do every day for individuals, families, and children in need. Here are some of them: BEACON HO U S E - FA M I LY PROMISE OF T H E C H I P P E WA VALLEY • 309 E. Lake St., Eau Claire • (715) 834-4357 • beacon-house.org ­— Year-round: Advocate for and support families who are homeless in our community by providing temporary housing and support services, and by

fostering independence.

Over the Holidays: Low-income parents can choose toys, games, and books, among other gifts, while their children can choose gifts for their parents. Gift wrap, bows, ribbons, and gift cards, are provided, too.

Volunteer Opportunities: • Volunteers from UW-Eau Claire’s Newman Parish and the University Lutheran Church join together to provide gifts for children and their parents, as well as gift wrap, bows and ribbons, and gift cards.

• NEED: Donations of gifts for children and adults as well as monetary donations for its mission.

• NEED: People to provide evening meals during available weeks, which can be found at www.beacon-house. org/Fundraising-Events.html.

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than 125 hunger relief partners to provide food for children, families, and seniors.

Over the Holidays: Continue to do the work they do every day, in partnership with agencies, volunteers, and donors, including Weekend Kids’ Meals for children in local school districts.

Volunteer Opportunities: • NEED: Feed My People depends on volunteers – 23,000 hours of volunteer work last year. Learn more at fmpfoodbank.org (click on “Volunteer) or email nick@ fmpfoodbank.org.

• Donations of food and money are appreciated to fulfill its mission.

SA LVAT I O N A R M Y • 2211 South Hastings Way, Eau Claire • (715) 8341224 • SAeauclaire.org — Year-round: The Salvation Army is an international movement whose mission is to meet human needs without discrimination.

October through December:

• NEED: Teams of six to 12 volunteers who will prepare and serve the meal as well as clean the kitchen and dining area after the meal. On-site manager helps coordinate the team’s efforts.

• Food and monetary donations are also needed.

THE COMMUNITY TABLE

H O P E G OS P E L M I SS ION • 8 S. Farwell St., Eau Claire • (715) 552-5566 • hopegospelmission.org Year-round: To help homeless individuals, children, and families in the Chippewa Valley.

Over the Holidays: Free Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day meals, firstcome, first-served.

Volunteer Opportunities: • NEED: Volunteers for the meal events, set-up, serving, clean-up,and break-down.

• A wide range of volunteer opportunities are listing online at hopegospelmission.org/volunteer.

• Monetary donations are also appreciated.

• Collaborates with the U.S. Marine Corps Toys for Tots program. SA provides large collection boxes and “Angel Tree Tags” with specific children and their wants/needs listed on the tags.

• The Toys for Tots program’s mission is to collect new, unwrapped toys during October, November, and December and to distribute them as Christmas or other holiday gifts to less fortunate children in our community. (Learn more at toysfortots.org.)

Volunteer Opportunities: • NEED: Sort, organize, and pack toys for Toys for Tots. Call (715) 834-1224 to volunteer.

• You also may make a tax-deductible monetary donation for toys. Call for information.

• The Salvation Army also can use bell ringers at its red kettles during the Christmas season.

SPIRIT OF C H R I ST M AS O F CHIPPEWA CO U N T Y • P.O. Box 831, Chippewa Falls • (715) 944-4272 • hespiritofchristmasofchippewacounty.com Year-round: October through December only Over the Holidays: Serves people residing in Chippewa County who need assistance during the Christmas season.

Main focus is children from infants through age 17. Gift wishes are filled as best as possible. Gifts are distributed to families prior to Christmas.

Volunteer Opportunities: • NEED: One-hundred percent volunteer-staffed. Call (715) 944-4272 or read “How You Can Help” on webpage for specifics.

• You also may make a tax-deductible monetary donation for toys.

T H E CO M M U N I T Y TA B L E • 320 Putnam St., Eau Claire • (715) 835-4977 • thecommunitytable.org Year-round: Since 1993, the Community Table has been serving one meal each day, 365 days a year, on a no-questionsasked basis.

Over the Holidays: Special meals provided on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas.

Volunteer Opportunities:

T R I N I T Y LU T H E RA N CHURCH • 1314 E. Lexington Blvd., Eau Claire • (715) 832-6601 • trinity-ec.org Year-round: An in-house food pantry serves more than 800 families monthly (www.trinity-ec.org/ foodpantry.phtml).

Over the Holidays: Free Thanksgiving Day meal for community members, includes kids craft corner and fleece blankets made by teenagers for people in need.

Volunteer Opportunities: • NEED: Thanksgiving Day Dinner is 100 percent volunteer-driven. Call (715) 832-6601.

• Food and monetary donations also appreciated.

We know that we have just scratched the surface of resources available for less fortunate families and places to volunteer during the holidays and at other times. To see a more complete list, visit http://chippewavalleyfamily. org/listings and click on “Volunteer Opportunities & Charities.”

CO M M U N I T Y F O U N DAT I O N S If you are short on time to volunteer to these organizations, consider making a taxdeductible donation to your local community foundations, your local public or private schools, or other charitable organizations, before Dec. 31!

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COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF CHIPPEWA COUNTY: yourlegacyforever.org EAU CLAIRE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION: eccommunityfoundation.org COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF DUNN COUNTY: cfdunncounty.org

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serving over 100 meals a day, 365 days a year. They rely completely on volunteers to function and serve our community effectively. Donate or volunteer to cook, clean, serve, etc.

health, age, breed, or temperament. Open admission is essential to providing shelter and care to the thousands of animals who otherwise have no safe refuge.

Community Television 800 Wisconsin St., Building

423 Wisconsin St., Eau Claire • (715) 832-8420 • admin@ecahmaa.org • ecahmaa.org Promoting a spirit of loving friendship, cooperation, and benevolence among Eau Claire’s Hmong community, serving the economic, social, and cultural needs of the Hmong people, and promoting increased understanding, opportunity and sharing of resources in our area.

D2, Suite 405A, Eau Claire • 839-5067 • cvctv.org Providing the community with a televised outlet. Donate money, goods to be auctioned off, or volunteer.

Dove Healthcare 1405 Truax Blvd. and 3656 Mall

Dr., Eau Claire • 552-1030 and 552-1035 • dovehealthcare.com Dove residents cherish the time they spend with volunteers, and both lives are enriched by creating new memories and sharing old ones. One-onone visits could involve reading, cooking, helping with parties, shopping with a resident, bingo, board games, and much more.

Eau Claire Children’s Theatre 1814 N. Oxford Ave.,

Eau Claire • 839-8877 • info@ecct.org • ecct.org Providing opportunities for people of all ages to experience quality theatre for entertainment and educational purposes. ECCT allows children to express themselves in an encouraging and supportive way. Donate or volunteer with acting, hair/make-up, stage set and props, and to fill a variety of other needs.

Eau Claire Community Foundation 306 S. Barstow

St., Suite 104, Eau Claire • (715) 552-3801 • eccommunityfoundation.org Establishes charitable legacies through which individuals, businesses, organizations and private foundations can more effectively help nonprofit groups provide much needed services in the Eau Claire area. Serve on committee groups or donate.

Eau Claire County Humane Association 3900 Old

Town Hall Rd., Eau Claire • 839-4747 • info@eccha. org • eccha.org The ECCHA has an open admission philosophy, accepting every animal regardless of

Eau Claire Hmong Mutual Assistance Association

Epilepsy Foundation of Western Wisconsin 1812

Brackett Ave, Eau Claire • (715) 834-4455 • epilepsywesternwi.org A non-profit organization dedicated to leading the fight to stop seizures and SUDEP, finding a cure, and overcoming the challenges created by epilepsy through efforts including education, advocacy, and research to accelerate new ideas into therapies.

Family Resource Center for Eau Claire County 4800

Golf Rd., Ste. 450, Eau Claire • (715) 833-1735 • frcec.org Located in the Sears wing of the Oakwood Mall, the mission of the Family Resource Center is to provide programs and services that build on family strengths through prevention, education, support and networking in collaboration with other resources in the community.

Programs, Inc. provides treatment foster care to at-risk children throughout the state of Wisconsin. We license, train, and support foster parents to care for children in the foster family’s home. The job of foster parenting is made easier by our social work staff who visit the foster home frequently, develop treatment plans, and facilitate the child’s treatment team.

Feed My People Food Bank 2610 Alpine Rd., Eau

Claire • 835-9415 • info@fmpfoodbank.org • fmpfoodbank.org Provides food pantries, community meal programs, and shelter programs in west-central Wisconsin with enough food so that thousands of people needs can be met each year. Donate money, non-perishable food, or volunteer.

Friends of the Menomonie Public Library 600 Wolske Bay Rd., Menomonie • (715) 232-2164 • friends. menomonielibrary.org Become a Friends member of the Menomonie Public Library and help support/ sponsor Summer Library Program events, Music Over Menomin, Menomonie Reads, author visits, and more.

Girls on the Run of the Chippewa Valley 2004

Family Support Center 403 N. High St., Chippewa

Falls • (715) 723-1138 • familysupport@fsccf.org • familysupportcentercf.com Provides free services and support to families that are struggling with issues such as domestic assault, sexual assault, parental conflicts, and difficulty managing children.

Highland Ave. Suite P, Eau Claire • (715) 514-5075 • girlsontherunec@gmail.com • gotchippewavalley. org Girls on the Run is a transformational physical activity-based positive youth development program for girls in 3rd-5th grade. GOTR teaches life skills through dynamic interactive lessons and running games. The program culminates with the girls being physically and emotionally prepared to complete a celebratory 5k running event. Donate or volunteer to be a running buddy, a coach, or help with events, fundraising or writing grants.

Family Works Programs, Inc. See contact info for

Goodwill Industries 3605 Gateway Dr., Eau Claire

location details, Eau Claire • 608-233-9204 • familyworks.com As a child-placing agency, Family Works

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• 835-0532 • goodwill.org One of the world’s largest nonprofit providers of education, training, and career

services for people at a disadvantage and/or with disabilities. Donate money, household items, clothing, your time, or simply shop there to help out.

Habitat for Humanity 2620 Stein Blvd., Eau Claire •

(715) 833-8993 • info@cvh4h.org • cvh4h.org Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities, and hope.

Hope Gospel Mission 8 S. Farwell St., Eau Claire

• 552-5566 • questions@hopegospelmission.org • hopegospelmission.org Offers short term emergency shelter and long-term programs dedicated to addressing the root of homeless individuals’ problems.

Bargain center store and auto sales on Moholt Drive.

Donate household essentials and clothes or volunteer.

HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital 2661 County Hwy I,

Chippewa Falls • 723-1811 • stjoeschipfalls.com Volunteer to be involved in one of the many roles affiliated with the local hospital. Help at the information desk or being a waiting room host/hostess. Hospice volunteers also needed. Donate to join the “Circle of Friends” who sustain help to the sick and needy.

Joshua’s Camp Eau Claire • (715) 514-1485 or 239-

246-7530 • jcfinney45@yahoo.com • joshuascamp. org The realization of a wish made by Joshua Holm before he lost his battle with cancer in 2008. A place for families with children going through cancer treatment. A respite where everyone can smile, laugh, have fun, and enjoy themselves. Also hosts a special retreat for families who have lost a child to cancer.

Junior Achievement of Wisconsin 505 S. Dewey

Street Ste. 204, Eau Claire • (715) 835-5566 • NWD@ jawis.org • wisconsin.ja.org Corporate and community volunteers deliver relevant, hands-on experiences that give students from kindergarten through high school knowledge and skills in financial literacy, work readiness and entrepreneurship.

Junior League of Eau Claire 316 Eau Claire St., Eau

Claire • (715) 831-8442 • info@juniorleague-ec.org • juniorleague-ec.org An organization committed to promoting volunteerism, developing the potential of women, and improving communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Services include educating children on healthy lifestyle habits and a diaper bank available to poor and low income families living in Eau Claire County.

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library 400 Eau Claire St., Eau Claire • 839-5004 • ecpubliclibrary.info Volunteer in tutoring programs to help others learn how to read, use computers more proficiently, or delivering library items to homes. Also contribute money at various membership levels.

Literacy Volunteers Chippewa Valley 800 Wisconsin

St., Building D02, Suite 301, Eau Claire • 834-0222 • lvcv.org Teach people how to read and better their lives as employees and citizens through literacy tutoring. Donate or volunteer as a tutor, fundraiser, or work in the office.

Lutheran Social Services 1320 W. Clairemont Ave.,

Ste. 200, Eau Claire • (877) 967-5577 • lsswis.org Offers a variety of compassionate social services focused on people in Wisconsin and Upper Michigan. Check out all the services they have to offer.

If you are feeling charitable, donations can go directly to a need of your choice, or volunteer.

Mayo Clinic Health System 1221 Whipple St., Eau

Claire • 838-3311 • mayoclinichealthsystem.org Donate or volunteer in various ways, such as transporting/ directing patients, clerical services, assisting families, and many more exciting opportunities.

NAMI: National Alliance of Mental Illness P.O. Box

0984, Eau Claire, WI 54701-0984 • (715) 450-6484 • namicv@yahoo.com NAMI is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. NAMI advocates for access

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to services, treatment, & research, and is steadfast in its commitment to raise awareness and build a community for hope for all of those in need.

The Open Door Clinic 130 W. Central St., Chippewa

Falls • (715) 720-1443 • mary@chippewaopendoor. org • chippewaopendoor.org The Open Door Clinic, Inc. is a non-profit organization that provides free basic health care services and a connection to community resources to uninsured Chippewa County residents who have a household income of 200% or less of the Federal Poverty Guidelines. Open Tuesdays 5-7:30pm.

Reach, Inc.: Regional Enterprises for Adults and Children 1324 W Clairemont Suite 1, Eau Claire •

(715) 552-2763 • reach-inc.org A community-based, private non-profit charitable organization whose mission is to provide innovative opportunities for people, in order to promote self-determination and full participation in the community regardless of their ability. A new location, The Selma House, will allow for additional programming to help adults with disabilities. Donate.

River Source Family Center 403 High Street, Chippewa Falls • (715) 720-1841 • riversourcefamilycenter. com The mission of River Source Family Center is to embrace and strengthen families with young children by promoting growth through education, information, referral, and opportunities to share experiences.

Salvation Army 2211 S. Hastings Way, Eau Claire •

(715) 834-1224 • usc.salvationarmy.org/eauclaire A nonprofit, international organization that helps whenever and wherever possible. Donated funds, thrift store items and volunteers help make this one of the most recognizable charities around the world.

Spirit of Christmas of Chippewa County • (715) 944-

4272 • thespiritofchristmasofchippewacounty.com The Spirit of Christmas is dedicated to making the Christmas season brighter for children through age 17 years.

Children are our top priority with adults being taken care of as money and donations allow. Gift wishes are fulfilled depending on the availability of the items.

St. Francis Food Pantry 1221 Truax Blvd., Eau

Claire • 839-7706 • info@stfrancisfoodpantry.org • stfrancisfoodpantry.org The St. Francis Food Pantry is a program developed for the purpose of assisting the hungry and needy of Eau Claire County. They are committed to gathering food and supplies to distribute.

The work of the pantry is supported by people like you who volunteer and donate food/funds.

Stepping Stones of Dunn County 1602 Stout Rd.,

Menomonie • (715) 235-2920 • info@steppingstonesdc.org • steppingstonesdc.org A non-profit umbrella organization that manages three vital community programs: a food pantry, homeless shelter, and support services program which provides emergency financial assistance, volunteer support, and referral information.

Successful Children’s Network - United Way of the Greater Chippewa Valley 3603 North Hastings Way,

Suite 200, Eau Claire • (715) 834-5043 • kcooper@ uwgcv.org • uwgcv.org/volunteer Their mission is to ensure that all children in the Chippewa Valley enter school at age 5 ready to succeed. Volunteers are needed to support our vision through activities such as providing encouragement and mentorship to parents of young children, assisting families in accessing community resources, and helping to facilitate special events.

Trinity Equestrian Center S5300 State Highway 37,

Eau Claire • 835-4530 • info@trinity-ec.com • trinityec.com Connecting horses and people, they offer Therapeutic Riding, Equine Assisted Psychotherapy

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and Equine Assisted Learning, along with several programs for kids. Donate or volunteer to do barn chores along with general maintenance of the grounds, or even by being behind a camera lens.

United Way of Greater Chippewa Valley 3603 N.

Hastings Way Suite 200, Eau Claire • 834-5043 • info@uwgcv.org • uwgcv.org Focuses on solutions to community problems, funding services that meet the needs of those goals. They employ a small staff, but rely heavily on volunteers. Donate or look into the dozens of volunteer opportunities online.

West CAP: West Central Wisconsin Community Action Agency 1421 Stout Rd., Menomonie • (866)

235-4511 • westcap@wcap.org • westcap.org A community action agency that works to promote the self-sufficiency of low-income families in the rural communities of west central Wisconsin. Check out their services online.

Western Dairyland Community Action Agency

418 Wisconsin St., Eau Claire • (715) 836-7511 • westerndairyland.org Established to help disadvantaged individuals in Buffalo, Eau Claire, Jackson, and Trempealeau counties. Their mission is to alleviate poverty-related conditions and provide opportunities that enable people to advance economically and socially. Donate or volunteer.

Western Dairyland’s RSVP Volunteer Program Eau

Claire • (715) 985-2391 ext. 1205 or ext. ext. 1232 • cheryl.padula@wdeoc.org, kristin.sosalla@wdeoc.org • westerndairyland.org/rsvp.phtml The Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) connects individuals age 55 or older with meaningful volunteer opportunities in their communities. Volunteers are matched with volunteer opportunities that best reflect their interests, available time, and preferences. Volunteer sites are varied and may include tutoring or mentoring children.

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F E S T I V A L S , P A R A D E S & C E L E B R AT I O N S , 4 2

DEER WIDOW’S WEEKEND, 57

FOOD & DRINK, 66

CRAF T FAIRS & ART SHOWS, 43

THANKSGIVING, 59

WORDS, STORIES & BOOKS 66

LIVE MUSIC, 48

KIDS’ EVENTS, 59

REMEMBRANCES, 68

S TA G E , 5 4

R E C R E AT I O N , 6 4

NEW YEAR’S EVE, 69

FESTIVALS, PARADES & CELEBRATIONS

NEW YEAR’S EVE GALA AT THE LISMORE

H O L I D AY S E A S O N “ O P E N E R ” Nov. 18, 8am5pm; Nov. 19, 8am-5pm • Downtown Eau Claire, S. Barstow, N. Barstow, W. Grand Ave, and Water Street, Eau Claire • FREE • All ages • downtowneauclaire. org If you’re not a hunter, you can try out another “opener!” While your family members are out hunting for deer, make your own plans to hunt for bargains.

Continue your shopping venture and enjoy holiday open houses, refreshments, and prizes throughout downtown.

30TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS VILLAGE OPENI N G N I G H T Nov. 23, 5pm • Irvine Park, Bridgewater Avenue, Chippewa Falls • chippewafalls-wi.gov The lights go on at 5pm at the Christmas Village located at Irvine Park on Bridgewater Avenue in Chippewa Falls. The park will be only ANDREA PAULSETH

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beautiful winter parade and beloved Chippewa Falls tradition.

D U R A N D D A Z Z L E D AY Nov. 25, 10am-6pm •

1 4 T H A N N U A L W I N T E R D A Z E P A R A D E Dec. 14,

Downtown Durand, • FREE • All ages • durandimprovementgroup.org An all day event to raise holiday spirits, with a bake sale, book sale, craft/vendor sale, Christmas walk (a tour of area homes), free events in Memorial park, exotic animal viewing zoo, carriage and trolley rides, marshmallow roast, and ending the day a lighted grand parade.

4-8pm • Downtown Menomonie, Main Street, Menomonie • FREE • All Ages • mainstreetmenomonie.org Meet Santa and Mrs. Clause, see real reindeer, ride a horse drawn wagon, enjoy a parade through the historic downtown, and experience a winter fireworks show over Lake Menomin. Parade begins at 6:30pm.

Travels from the corner of Main Street and 4th to the corner of Broadway and 10th. Followed by the fireworks show.

4TH ANNUAL ”LE T IT GLOW!” PHOENIX PARK T R E E L I G H T I N G Dec. 1, 5-6:30pm • Phoenix Park, 330 Riverfront Terrace, Eau Claire • FREE • All ages • (715) 839-4914 • downtowneauclaire.org Enjoy free hot chocolate and horse-drawn wagon rides through Downtown’s North Barstow District from 5-6:30pm. Hear from a few guest speakers and we’ll flip the switch on this year’s lights at 5:30pm.

6 T H A N N U A L C L E A R W AT E R W I N T E R P A R A D E & E V E N T Dec. 1, 6:30pm • Parade Route goes from West Grand Avenue to 1st Avenue; Events Held at Hobbs Ice Center, 915 Menomonie St, • FREE • All ages • eauclairewi.gov Fireworks from Grand Ave footbridge will kick off the parade at 6:30pm. Parade route begins on West Grand Avenue and proceeds down 1st Avenue. Grace Lutheran Church is hosting a warming area and offering free hot chocolate before the parade.

2ND ANNUAL PROHIBITION REPE AL PART Y Dec. 1, 6-10pm • Infinity Beverages Winery & Distillery, 3460 Mall Drive, Eau Claire • FREE • 21+ • infinitybeverages.com Celebrate the repeal of prohibition 84 years ago with a 1920’s themed night at our Tasting Lounge.

There will be swing dancing lessons, live music, hors d’oeuvres, a 20’s costume contest, and your first drink at prohibition prices.

16TH ANNUAL CHRISTMASTIME IN THE CITY C E L E B R AT I O N Dec. 2, 1-4:30pm • The State Theatre, 316 Eau Claire St., Eau Claire • FREE • visiteauclaire.com Celebrate the beginning of the holiday season. Visit with Mr. and Mrs. Claus from 1-4pm, and get a coupon for a holiday lunch buffet at The Plus from 1-4:30pm. Warm your heart and soul with free holiday karaoke, hot cocoa, cookies and a visit from Santa’s reindeer. The festivities conclude with a tree lighting at 4:30pm.

28TH ANNUAL BRIDGE TO WONDERLAND PAR A D E Dec. 2, 6pm • Downtown Chippewa Falls, Chippewa Falls • FREE • All Ages • chippewafallsmainst.org Enjoy over 50 illuminated and musical floats, walking units, and horse drawn wagons as they light up the winter sky. Don’t miss this

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2 N D A N N U A L L I G H T U P E A U C L A I R E Dec. 31, 4pm • Downtown Eau Claire, S. Barstow, N. Barstow, and W. Grand Ave., Eau Claire • Latnern Parade, Ice Scuplture Unvieling, Fireworks FREE, $15 Wristbands for Music Venues • All Ages • visiteauclaire.com/lightupeauclaire/ Activities include a little lantern parade for kids, ice and snow sculptures by Jason Anhorn, wristbanded music venues, a large lantern parade, fireworks, the new years gala at The Lismore, and more to be announced. There will be rooftop viewing tents from the top of the new parking garage.

2 N D A N N U A L N E W Y E A R ’ S E V E G A L A Dec. 31, 6pm • The Lismore, 333 Gibson Street, Eau Claire • $55 for light appetizers + dessert; $125 for buffet ticket starting at 6pm • visiteauclaire.com Festivities include live entertainment & dancing from Bella Diva, Strolling buffet with magnificent cuisine starting at 6pm, midnight champagne toast and celebration, New Year’s Eve party packs, sponsor fireworks viewing party, and more to be announced.

L A D I E S O A S I S T E A P A R T Y Nov. 16, 10am3pm • Green Oasis Gardens, 1403 122nd Street, Chippewa Falls • 715-832-0800 Ext. 116 • Find it on Facebook Head to the Ladies Oasis Tea Party at Green Oasis Garden & Gift Boutique. A day of tea, fudge sampling, and shopping. Fresh scones and quiche. There will be a class on loose leaf tea at 11am and 1pm.

P I N E H A R B O R S T U D I O S O P E N H O U S E Nov. 17, 9am-5pm; Nov. 18, 9am-5pm • Pine Harbor Studio, 7157 185th St., Chippewa Falls • (715) 726-9166 • facebook.com Get a jump on Christmas shopping at this annual fall sale. Featuring multiple local artists. Pottery, paintings, soaps, industrial furniture and other hand crafted items will be available for purchase.

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Nov. 24 - Dec. 17 • V1 Gallery • 7pm The Volume One Gallery will host musical acts on Fridays and Saturdays during the holiday season.

Come catch local favorites The Nunnery, Jerrika Mighelle, Billy Krause, and more at each installment of this wintry musical series.

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Support local art and have a blast. Shop for locally made creations or spoil yourself with amazing pieces of art. With more than 30 local artists there will be something for everyone.

Food and entertainment announced soon.

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Features the Concert Choir and Women’s Concert Chorale; Symphonic Choir, Women’s Chorus, and The Singing Statesmen; Wind Symphony; and University Symphony Orchestra.

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CVTG PRESENTS: A CHRISTMAS CAROL Dec. 14-17 • The Grand Theatre

Celebrate the holiday spirit and reflect on the true meaning of the season with the Dickens classic.

Experience the magic of the beloved classic on stage at the State Theatre.

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2ND ANNUAL LIGHT UP EAU CLAIRE Dec. 31 • The Lismore • 6pm

A little lantern parade for kids, ice and snow sculptures by Jason Anhorn, music venues, a large lantern parade, fireworks, the New Year’s gala at The Lismore, and more. There will be rooftop viewing tents from the top of the new parking garage.

H O L I D AY A R T F A I R Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 9am-4:30pm Thursday 9am-7pm Saturday 9am-4:29pm from Nov. 17 to Dec. 23 • Janet Carson Gallery, 316 Eau Claire St., Eau Claire • FREE • EauClaireArts.com Unique & affordable gifts by local artists. Functional pottery, warm winter scarves, beeswax candles, shiny, shiny jewelry, fine art, beautifully framed photography, metal sculptures, greeting cards, and so much more all at affordable prices.

18TH ANNUAL FINE ARTS AND CRAF TS FAIR Nov. 17, 11am-7pm; Nov. 18, 10am-5pm • Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts, 205 Main St. E, Menomonie • FREE donations accepted • 715-235-0001 • mabeltainter.org Enjoy the finest in arts and crafts shopping on all three floors of the Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts.

Shoppers will be treated to Victorian holiday decorations, jubilant music, and the magic of the season not to mention the work of more than 30 local and regional artists and fine crafts persons.

Their work includes jewelry, painting, pottery, photography, sculpture, woodwork and more.

M O N T E S S O R I M A L L T E R N AT I V E C R A F T & V E N D O R F A I R Nov. 18, 9am-2pm • Chippewa Valley Montessori, 400 Cameron St., Eau Claire • FREE • All Ages • ecasd.k12.

wi.us The Montessori Parent Group is offering an alternative to the hustle and bustle of Holiday shopping at the Mall.

With our MALLternative event, we look forward to providing a relaxing atmosphere to shop from area vendors and local artisans.

3 3 R D A N N U A L M C D O N E L L C O U N T R Y E X P O Nov. 18, 9am-3pm • McDonell Area Catholic High School, 1316 Bel Air Blvd., Chippewa Falls • FREE • mcdonellareacatholicschools.org 33rd Annual fall craft show is a pre-holiday tradition. Over 80 vendors for you to shop from - get a head start on your Christmas shopping. Sponsored by the McDonell Music Boosters. Concessions available too.

7 T H A N N U A L S O U T H V I E W E L E M E N TA R Y C R A F T/ V E N D O R F A I R Nov. 18, 9am-3pm • Southview Elementary School, 615 A Street, Chippewa Falls • FREE • All Ages • Enjoy a day of shopping and eating while supporting Southview’s PTO. Great Spring show with 50 crafters and vendors showcasing a wide variety of items.

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vendors you know and love along with one-of-a-kind creations from talented people. All in support of the Altoona Athletic programs.

H O L I D AY A R T S A N D C R A F T S F A I R Nov. 18, 9am-3pm • Alano Club, 105 N. 21rst Street, Menomonie • FREE • All Ages • 715-231-2384 • menomoniealano.org Serving both breakfast and lunch items for purchase as you shop and mingle.

Support local talent. The Alano Club is a social community interested in 12-step and other recovery-oriented meetings.

H A L M S T E A D F A L L M A R K E T P L A C E Nov. 18, 9am • Halmstad Elementary School, 565 E. South Ave., Chippewa Falls • chipfalls.k12.wi.us‎ Craft and vendor show to Halmestead Elementary. Several vendors, crafters, a bake sale and concessions put on by the girl scouts and a silent auction.

T H E C O N T E M P O R A R Y K N O T P O P. U P S H O P Nov. 18, 10am-3pm • Red’s Mercantile, 224 N Dewey St., Eau Claire • All Ages • redsmercantile.com Peruse locally made wall hangings + fiber art woven by artist Kelsey M Wenberg. She’ll be showcasing pieces large + small for a perfect add to a blank living room wall or sweet gift for one of your favorite people this holiday season.

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4TH ANNUAL THERE ONCE WAS A BARN H O L I D AY B O U T I Q U E Nov. 24, 9am-5pm; Nov. 25, 9am-5pm • There Once Was a Barn Holiday Boutique, N9647 Gorman Ave, Willard • FREE • All Ages • Visit our Facebook Page Featuring art in a wide variety of mediums. The barn is located in the unique setting of the rolling hills in Willard, Wisconsin.

T O K E N J E W E L R Y P O P - U P S H O P Nov. 25, 10am-3pm • Red’s Mercantile, 224 N Dewey St., Eau Claire • All Ages • redsmercantile.com It’s small business Saturday! Shop local, treat yourself + snag gifts for all the women on your holiday shopping list from Token Jewelry. Meet the maker Sarah Willger who produces finely crafted, timeless pieces that offer a minimalist aesthetic to any look.

H O L I D AY C O O K I E , C R A F T & V E N D O R S A L E Dec. 2, 9am-2pm • Hope Lutheran Church, 2226 Eddy Ln., Eau Claire • FREE • All Ages • 7153795391 • nhsbandparents.org NHS Band Parents Inc are sponsoring a holiday cookie, craft and vendor sale.

Get pictures with Santa for a donation.

Cookies and candies will be sold by the pound and sold in a cookie walk style where you pick your own holiday treats.

Vendors will offer cash and carry items.

3RD ANNUAL ARTISAN FORGE STUDIOS H O L I D AY A R T I S A N M A R K E T Dec. 2, 9am-6pm • Artisan Forge Studios, 1106 Mondovi Road, Eau Claire • FREE • artisanforgestudios.com Supporting local art and have a blast doing it. Shop for locally made creations or spoil yourself with amazing pieces of art. With over 30 local artists there will be something for everyone. Food and Entertainment will be added, so keep stopping back for the most up-to-date information.

W I N T E R W R E AT H W O R K S H O P Nov. 25, 10am; Nov. 30, 5pm; Dec. 7, 5pm • Down To Earth Garden Center, 6025 Arndt Ln., Eau Claire • Cost: Build your own; only pay for what you take home • eauclairelandscaping.com Design your own winter wreath this Christmas season.

Start with a base wreath and go over different ways you can “spruce” it up, Down to Earth style.

M E E T T H E A R T I S T ’ S R E C E P T I O N : H O L I D AY A R T F A I R Nov. 30, 5-7pm • Janet Carson Gallery, 316 Eau Claire St., Eau Claire • FREE • EauClaireArts.com A reception where you can meet the artists for the Holiday Art Fair; a display of unique & affordable gifts by local artists.

H O L I D AY C O O K I E , C R A F T & V E N D O R S A L E Dec. 2, 9am-2pm • Hope Lutheran Church, 2226 Eddy Ln., Eau Claire • FREE • All Ages • 7153795391 • nhsbandparents.org NHS Band Parents Inc are sponsoring a holiday cookie, craft and vendor sale.

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Get pictures with Santa for a donation.

Cookies and candies will be sold by the pound and sold in a cookie walk style where you pick your own holiday treats.

Vendors will offer cash and carry items.

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3RD ANNUAL ARTISAN FORGE STUDIOS H O L I D AY A R T I S A N M A R K E T Dec. 2, 9am-6pm • Artisan Forge Studios, 1106 Mondovi Road, Eau Claire • FREE • artisanforgestudios.com Supporting local art and have a blast doing it. Shop for locally made creations or spoil yourself with amazing pieces of art. With over 30 local artists there will be something for everyone. Food and Entertainment will be added, so keep stopping back for the most up-to-date information

13 T H A N N UA L P L E ASA N T VA L L E Y 4 - H C O O K I E W A L K A N D C R A F T S A L E Dec. 2, 10am-1pm • Pleasant Valley Community Center-Cleghorn, S10414 Cty Rd HHI • FREE • All Ages • Purchase cookies by the pound, Mr and Mrs Claus, hot lunch, local vendors, kids’ crafts, large assortment of festive and tasty holiday treats.

N I C K ’ S W O O D S H O P P O P - U P S H O P Dec. 2, 10am-3pm • Red’s Mercantile, 224 N Dewey St., Eau Claire • All Ages • redsmercantile.com Spreading knives, cutting boards, soap dishes + more - all handcrafted in Eau Claire by Nick Endle, the maker who created Nick’s Wood Shop.

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Nick will be showcasing more than his usual wares at Red’s. Find perfect gifts for your parents, in-laws or those hard to buy for gifts.

O P E N H O U S E AT T H E AT T I C H O M E C O N S I G N M E N T S T O R E Dec. 2, 10am-5pm • The Attic Home Consignment Store, 2015 Fairfax St., Eau Claire • FREE • All Ages • 715225-9951 • TheAtticEC.com Stop by The Attic Consignment Store for a thrifty gift shopping run. Consigned furniture, decor, art, jewelry. Food & raffle prizes all day. 15+ local artisans & vendors vintage vinyl & stereo equipment.

C H R I S T K I N D L M A R K T Dec. 2, noon-5pm; Dec. 9, noon-5pm • Lazy Monk Brewing, LLC, 97 West Madison Street, Eau Claire • All Ages • lazymonkbrewing.com Lazy Monk Brewing is excited to bring to the Chippewa Valley a true German Christkindlmarkt!

The first three Saturdays in December we will bring you an outdoor shopping market for your holiday gift giving. Vendors include local potters, cheese makers, handcrafted wooden gifts, handcrafted soaps, and other locally made products for your buying pleasure.

T H E M A K E R M A R K E T Dec. 7, 6:30-8:30pm; Dec. 14, 6:30-8:30pm; Dec. 21, 6:30-8:30pm • The Volume One Gallery, Located inside the Local Store at the Volume One World Headquarters, 205 N. Dewey St., Eau

Claire • FREE admission • All ages • VolumeOne.org Join us in the Volume One Gallery for a chance to “Meet the Makers” of goods offered at The Local Store and beyond. Mingle with local woodworkers, craftspeople, and creators that call the Chippewa Valley home. Complimentary cocoa and cider available.

Fine Toffee. Made in Eau Claire by Martha Woodworth, her toffee is a perfect hostess gift, last minute stocking stuffer or a treat to keep for yourself.

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9, 10am-3pm • Red’s Mercantile, 224 N Dewey St., Eau Claire • All Ages • redsmercantile.com If you’ve ever cozied up at the Joynt, chances are Ted’s been your bartender a time or two. Outside of Eau Claire’s favorite haunt, he’s one of our region’s best potters. Showings of his work are rare special occasions .

O L V I G L A S S P O P - U P S H O P Dec. 16, 10am3pm • Red’s Mercantile, 224 N Dewey St., Eau Claire • All Ages • redsmercantile. com You might have spied Nora Phillip’s stained glass pieces at our shop earlier this year and we’re excited to welcome her back for this one day pop.up event.

Many of her pieces incorporate glass from historic Banbury place.

WOODWORTH’S FINE TOFFEE POP- UP SHOP Dec. 23, 10am-3pm • Red’s Mercantile, 224 N Dewey St., Eau Claire • All Ages • redsmercantile.com While you’re a flurry of last minute holiday shopping, take a moment to slow down with Woodworth’s

LIVE MUSIC 7:30pm • Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, 1120 Cedar St., Eau Claire • FREE, donations accepted • 7159623189 • goodshepherd-ec.org This is the Fall concert for the Stand in the Light choir for people with memory loss, their care partners and singing volunteers. The special guests are Barry Anderson and Jen Burleigh-Bentz. Cathy Reitz, Director and Nancy Wendt, accompanist.

W I N D S Y M P H O N Y/ S Y M P H O N Y B A N D W I T H A R T I S T - I N - R E S I D E N C E Nov. 17, 7:30-9pm • Gantner Concert Hall, Haas Fine Arts Center, UW-Eau Claire, Eau Claire • This event is ticketed • The UWEC Symphony Band, an ensemble comprised of music majors and talented non-music majors, is committed to the study and performance of the finest standard and contemporary works for band. This ensemble is open to university students by audition and performs four concerts a year with a concert tour each spring.

SYMPHONIC CHOIR AND UNIVERSITY SYMP H O N Y O R C H E S T R A Nov. 19, 2-3:30pm • Gantner Concert Hall, Haas Fine Arts Center, UW-Eau Claire, Eau Claire • This event is ticketed • The Symphonic Choir is one of seven choral ensembles on the UW-Eau Claire campus, recognized as “Wisconsin’s Singing University.” The group is comprised of students from many scholastic disciplines within the University as well as interested singers from the communities of Eau Claire and the greater Chippewa Valley.

UWEC MUSIC: WOMEN’S CHORUS AND NOVUM V O C E Nov. 20, 7:30pm • Gantner Concert Hall, Haas Fine Arts Center, UW-Eau Claire, Eau Claire • $4-6 • uwec.ticketforce.com Women’s Chorus, under the direction of Frank Watkins, embraces women from all academic disciplines with the philosophy that music learning and ensemble singing can be a tool for future success in any field.

U W E C J A Z Z E N S E M B L E S : I I I / I V Nov. 21, 7:30pm • Gantner Concert Hall, Haas Fine Arts Center, UW-Eau Claire, Eau Claire • $4-6 • The grammy-award winning UWEC jazz program will host an ensemble concert featuring Jazz III and Jazz IV.

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7pm; Dec. 22, 7pm • The Volume One Gallery, Located inside the Local Store at the Volume One World Headquarters, 205 N. Dewey St., Eau Claire • FREE • VolumeOne.org A FREE, seasonal local music series in the Volume One Gallery. Watch the show, shop the store, or just hang out and celebrate the holidays. Show starts at 7pm, free, all ages. Check online for more up to date band lists.

J I N G L E J A M S : T H E N U N N E R Y Nov. 24, 7pm • The Volume One Gallery, Located inside the Local Store at the Volume One World Headquarters, 205 N. Dewey St., Eau Claire • FREE • All Ages • VolumeOne. org The layers of The Nunnery’s voice build into a chorus; each performance is a calm, meditative experience, combining music + art with an audience. Join them in the Volume One gallery as part of our annual Jingle Jams series.

J I N G L E J A M S : J E R R I K A M I G H E L L E Nov. 25, 7pm • The Volume One Gallery, Located inside the Local Store at the Volume One World Headquarters, 205 N. Dewey St., Eau Claire • FREE • All Ages • VolumeOne.org A Jerrika Mighelle show is not just about her music as she also provides an authentic experience through her style of honest, playful, and lighthearted banter that makes you feel that you are old friends. Join them in the Volume One gallery as part of our annual Jingle Jams series.

LORIE LINE & HER POP CHAMBER ORCHESTRA K I N G O F K I N G S Nov. 25, 7:30-10pm • The State Theatre, 316 Eau Claire St., Eau Claire • $49 (prices subject to change) • All Ages • 715-832-2787 • eauclairearts. com Lorie Line returns and brings her traditional Christmas show to Eau Claire, which is perfect for the family.

Lorie will be bringing her world-class Pop Chamber Orchestra and a featured guest vocalist. And Santa always shows up at a Lorie Line show.

U W E C U N I V E R S I T Y B A N D Nov. 27, 7:30pm • Gantner Concert Hall, Haas Fine Arts Center, UW-Eau Claire, Eau Claire • $4-6 • uwec.ticketforce.com The University Band, under the direction of Dr. Randal Dickerson, is open to all UW-Eau Claire students regardless of major. The band is comprised of talented musicians from many academic disciplines as well as music majors, some of whom choose to perform on a secondary instrument.

U W E C A R T I S T S S E R I E S - M E L A A M A R G AT E S T Ú Nov. 28, 7:30pm • UWEC Schofield Auditorium, 105 Garfield Ave, Eau Claire • $17 GA, $15 for UW system faculty/staff age 62+, $7 for UW System student or under age 17, $3.50 for student tickets in advance • uwec.edu Me La Amargates Tú is an ensemble of multinational talent, with a mission of presenting the unique musical VOLUME ONE 2017

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styles of the Jewish Sephardic music and Spanish sounds of the 15th, 16th and 17th centuries. The melodies bring influences from Spanish, Turkish, Arabic and Balkan music, and tell the stories of everyday life with power and emotion.

J I N G L E J A M S : B I L LY K R A U S E Dec. 1, 7pm • The Volume One Gallery, Located inside the Local Store at the Volume One World Headquarters, 205 N. Dewey St., Eau Claire • FREE • All Ages • VolumeOne.org Join Billy Krause in the Volume One gallery as part of our annual Jingle Jams series. Join them in the Volume One gallery as part of our annual Jingle Jams series.

A M O T O W N C H R I S T M A S Dec. 1, 7:30-10pm • The State Theatre, 316 Eau Claire St., Eau Claire • $44-54 (prices subject to change) • All Ages • www.eauclairearts.com • eauclairearts.com Stars The Motown Experience, a world-class vocal group assembled from past and present members of The Temptations, The Miracles and The Capitols. Includes all of the classic Motown Hits combined with many of your seasonal favorites, performed in that memorable, soulful Motown Style.

U W E C J A Z Z E N S E M B L E I Dec. 1, 7:30pm • Gantner Concert Hall, Haas Fine Arts Center, UW-Eau Claire, Eau Claire • $7 GA; $2 for UWEC faculty staff/students; $5 Senior/Youth/Other college • uwec. ticketforce.com The Grammy award nominated jazz study program will hold an ensemble concert.

T H E H O T F L A S H E S H O L I D AY C O N C E R T Dec. 2, 7-9:30pm • Widespot Performing Arts Center, N2030 Spring St., Stockholm • $15 Reserved, $18 at the door (until sold out) • All Ages • 7153078941 • widespot.org The Hot Flash ladies have been sharing their joy of making Christmas music since 2008 and they are a WideSpot audience favorite. Directed and accompanied by David Zahn, these sisters in song bring their voices and musical talent to our stage.

IN IT TOGETHER’S DOWN HOME CHRISTMAS W I T H M AT T A N D S U Z I E K . Dec. 2, 6-9pm • Shultz’s Country Barn, 50996 Main Street North, Eleva • $40/Couple for Marriage Night & Concert or $15/each for Concert Only • All Ages • (715)456-6670 • beinit. org Join Matt and Suzie K for an In It Together Marriage Night filled with fun and laughter and then stick around for their annual Christmas Concert with several special guests starting at 7:30pm. $10 from each marriage night ticket will be donated to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital.

C H I P P E WA VA L L E Y JA ZZ O R C H E ST R A : H O R N S F O R T H E H O L I D AY S Dec. 2, 7:30pm • The State Theatre, 316 Eau Claire St., Eau Claire • $15 Advance; $20 Day of Show; $5 Student; $13.50 Season • eauclairearts.

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com Who says holiday music is boring?

The CVJO will make you tap your feet and hum along as we bring a ton of holiday spirit to our December concert.

U W - S T O U T S Y M P H O N I C B A N D C O N C E R T Dec. 3, 2-3pm • UW-Stout Memorial Student Center, Great Hall, 302 10th Ave E, Menomonie • $5 • All Ages • 715-232-1122 • tickets. uwstout.edu The Stout Symphonic Band presents a Winter Concert in the Great Hall featuring a variety of musical selections. The student Tower Saxophone Quartet will also perform on the concert.

4 3 R D A N N U A L U W E C M U S I C H O L I D AY C O N C E R T Dec. 3, 2pm • Zorn Arena, UWEC, Garfield Avenue 121, Eau Claire • $5 floor; $3 bleacher • uwec.ticketforce.com The concert features the Concert Choir and Women’s Concert Chorale; Symphonic Choir, Women’s Chorus and The Singing Statesmen; Wind Symphony; and University Symphony Orchestra. Floor and bleacher seating is available.

T H E H E A L I N G S O U N D S O F C H R I S T M A S Dec. 7, 7pm • The Florian Gardens, 2340 Lorch Ave, Eau Claire • FREE, Cash bar & refreshments • thefloriangardens.com A free event of music to heal the heart and bring joy to the soul. Featuring vintage jazz by nationally acclaimed Belle Amour. HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital’s Hearts of Joy Choir will also perform

during social hour. Register online or call. Doors open at 6pm.

T O N I C S O L - F A Dec. 7, 7:30-10pm • The State Theatre, 316 Eau Claire St., Eau Claire • $29-38 | Youth $10 (prices subject to change) • All Ages • 715-832-2787 • eauclairearts.com The new chapter in the evolution of Tonic Sol-fa continues. This Christmas, the Emmy-award winning a cappella group brings their renowned stage show to you. Enjoy an evening of harmony, innovation and holiday cheer.

SCHOLA CANTORUM OF EAU CLAIRE PRESENTS “BY THE GRACE: MUSIC DURING THE COUNCIL O F T R E N T ” Dec. 8, 7pm • St. Joseph Parish, 910 Wilson Ave, Menomonie • FREE • All Ages • scholaec.org The concert, “By the Grace: Music during the Council of Trent”, will present choral music from Rome around the time of the Council of Trent, a council convened in reaction to the Protestant Reformation.

Featuring works by Josquin Deprez, Jacobus de Kerle, Giovanna da Palestrina, and Vincenzo Ruffo.

J I N G L E J A M S : B O AT S & B R I D G E S Dec. 9, 7pm • The Volume One Gallery, Located inside the Local Store at the Volume One World Headquarters, 205 N. Dewey St., Eau Claire • FREE • All Ages • VolumeOne.org Boats & Bridges are a five piece folk-rock band formed in 2015 at UWEC. Their de-

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but album, Aloof, is full of their capable musicianship and timeless sound. Join them in the Volume One gallery as part of our annual Jingle Jams series.

SCHOLA CANTORUM OF EAU CLAIRE PRESENTS “BY THE GRACE: MUSIC DURING THE COUNC I L O F T R E N T ” Dec. 10, 2pm • St. James Catholic Church, 2502 11th St., Eau Claire • FREE • All Ages • scholaec.org The concert, “By the Grace: Music during the Council of Trent”, will present choral music from Rome around the time of the Council of Trent, a council convened in reaction to the Protestant Reformation.

Featuring works by Josquin Deprez, Jacobus de Kerle, Giovanna da Palestrina, and Vincenzo Ruffo.

6 T H A N N U A L T U B A C H R I S T M A S Dec. 10, 4pm • St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 417 W Street, Menomonie • FREE ($10 for performers) • tubachristmas.com A Christmas music concert and singalong to the tune of tuba. Hosted by the Ludington Guard Band. Anyone who plays the tuba, sousaphone, euphonium, or baritone is welcome to participate. Performers should bring festive attire and a music stand, and arrive at 1:30pm.

T W E L V E D AY S B E F O R E C H R I S T M A S A C O N C E R T OF TRADITIONAL CHRISTMAS CAROLS AND H Y M N S Dec. 12, 6-9pm • The Heyde Center for the Arts, 3 South High St., Chippewa

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Falls • Buffet Supper show: $25 per person (assigned seating) Show only (balcony seats): $15 per person • All Ages • (715)726-9000 • cvca.net A program of Christmas music featuring the hymns and Old English Christmas carols. Local singers share the joy and excitement of Christmas in this special concert.

MJ Consort will provide music before the performance and during intermission. Five Star Catering will provide a buffet. Show only also available.

D U E L LY N O T E D - D U E L I N G P I A N O S H O L I D AY D I N N E R S H O W Dec. 15, 6:30-9pm; Dec. 16, 6:30-9pm • The Heyde Center for the Arts, 3 South High St., Chippewa Falls • Dinner and show tickets are $33 for adults, $32 for seniors, and $26 youth. There will be show only seats in the balcony available at a cost of $15 adults, $14 seniors, and $8 youth. • All Ages • 715-726-9000 • cvca.net Duelly Noted is a one-of-a-kind act with both sass and class. Cassondra and Jacy, will draw the audience in with their dueling pianos-style performances while playing a wide variety of genres that will be sure to have everyone’s toes tapping. They play all your favorite hits from the 60s to today. Hear Meagon Trainer’s All About That Bass, Journey’s Don’t Stop Believing and more.

J I N G L E J A M S : L A S K A Dec. 15, 7pm • The Volume One Gallery, Located inside the Local Store at the Volume One World Headquarters, 205 N. Dewey St., Eau Claire • FREE • All Ages • VolumeOne. org Songwriting sisters Hannah, Bex, VOLUME ONE 2017

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and Mookie (LASKA) weave influences of alternative, Americana, and desert rock with raw emotions in their songs.

Join them in the Volume One gallery as part of our annual Jingle Jams series.

THE MASTER SINGERS CHRISTMAS CONCERT 2 0 1 7: L E S S O N S & C A R O L S - T H Y L I T T L E O N E S Dec. 15, 7:30pm • First Congregational UCC, 310 Broadway St., Eau Claire • $18 Adult, $5 Student • themastersingers.net/ lessons_and_carols.html The Master Singers, a community chamber ensemble with members from throughout the Great Chippewa Valley, will present two performance of Lessons in Carols in the Chippewa Valley.

THE MASTER SINGERS CHRISTMAS CONCERT 2 0 1 7: L E S S O N S & C A R O L S - T H Y L I T T L E O N E S Dec. 16, 1pm • St. Charles Borromeo Church, 810 Pearl Street, Chippewa Falls • $18 Adult, $5 Student • themastersingers.net/lessons_and_carols.html The Master Singers, a community chamber ensemble with members from throughout the Great Chippewa Valley, will present two performance of Lessons in Carols in the Chippewa Valley.

J I N G L E J A M S : B R I M U R P H Y Dec. 16, 7pm • The Volume One Gallery, Located inside the Local Store at the Volume One World Headquarters, 205 N. Dewey St., Eau Claire • FREE • All Ages • VolumeOne. org Bri Murphy is an Eau Claire native now based in Nashville who has toured all over the U.S., Canada, and Japan as a fiddle player.

Join them in the Volume One gallery as part of our annual Jingle Jams series.

T H E M E M O R I E S Dec. 16, 7:30-9:30pm; Dec. 17, 2-4pm • Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts, 205 Main St. E, Menomonie • $30-35 • All Ages • 7152350001 • mabeltainter.org The Memories have been entertaining audiences at the Mabel Tainter for more than 30 years. They continue to deliver a show that has been described as “Music, Laughter, and Wonderful Times.”

D U E L L Y N O T E D – D U E L I N G P I A N O S H O L I D AY S H O W Dec. 17, 2-3:30pm • The Heyde Center for the Arts, 3 South High St., Chippewa Falls • $15 adults, $14 seniors, and $8 youth. • All Ages • 715-726-9000 • cvca.net Jacy Smith and Cassondra Meyer are best friends who now make their living dueling on pianos. The two have performed in bands together for years, but three years ago they started playing together as Duelly Noted. They’ll play some of your favorite music from the 50s and 60s.

C H I P P E W A V A L L E Y Y O U T H S Y M P H O N Y “ H O L I D AY M A G I C ” Dec. 17, 3pm • Gantner Concert Hall, Haas Fine Arts Center, UW-Eau Claire, Eau Claire • Admission $5 adults, children FREE • All Ages • The Chippewa Valley Youth Symphony’s winter concert.

YATA , S I N Z & O R F I E L D C O N C E R T & W I N T E R S O L S T I C E Dec. 20, 6:30-8:30pm • Unity Christ Center, 1808 Folsom St., Eau Claire • $10 • 715-836-0010 • unityeauclaire.org This group brings an unexpected and masterful mashup of folk, blues and jazz.

Three veteran musicians (Yata, Randy Sinz & Sue Orfield) combine their songwriting and performing skills, presenting a musically powerful performance.

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J I N G L E J A M S : R E D T I D E D U O Dec. 22, 7pm • The Volume One Gallery, Located inside the Local Store at the Volume One World Headquarters, 205 N. Dewey St., Eau Claire • FREE • All Ages • VolumeOne. org Inspired by the sweet lullabies of the ebb and flow of the ocean, Red Tide offers contemporary, soulful listening.

Join them in the Volume One gallery as part of our annual Jingle Jams series.

PRELUDE TO AN EVE - TROPPO BIG BAND J A Z Z O R C H E S T R A Dec. 31, 6:30-10pm • The Heyde Center for the Arts, 3 South High St., Chippewa Falls • Admission: Adults $16, Seniors $15, Youth $9 • All Ages • 715-726-9000 • cvca.net Big band jazz is improvisational, it celebrates personal freedom and encourages individual expression. Ring in the New Year with the Chippewa Valley’s best big band jazz orchestra. This year come early and enjoy a variety of appetizers along with a full bar to start the evening off right.

STAGE M O S C O W B A L L E T: G R E AT R U S S I A N N U T C R A C K E R Nov. 26, 3-5pm • The State Theatre, 316 Eau Claire St., Eau Claire • $28-$68 GA; $102-VIP (prices subject to change) • All Ages • 715-832-2787 • eauclairearts.com Bring the whole family for the sweetest Christmas celebration of the season!

Experience the exquisite artistry of world-class Russian dancers, playful puppets and the unmatched splendor of hand-crafted sets and costumes. Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker is the holiday tradition that brings the Christmas spirit to life!

M E N O M O N I E T H E AT R E G U I L D : A C H A R L I E B R O W N C H R I S T M A S Dec. 1, 7:30pm; Dec. 2, 7:30pm; Dec. 3, 1:30pm; Dec. 8, 7:30pm; Dec. 9, 7:30pm; Dec. 10, 1:30pm • Menomonie Theater Guild Studio, 502 W. 2nd St., Menomonie • Ticket price TBA • menomonietheaterguild.com The classic Peanuts television special comes to life in this faithful stage adaptation. Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and the rest of the gang find the real meaning of Christmas.

ECCT PRESENTS: “MADELINE’S CHRISTMAS” Dec. 2, 11am, 1:30pm; Dec. 2, 11am, 1:30pm; Dec. 3, 1:30pm; Dec. 8, 7:30pm; Dec. 9, 11am, 1:30pm; Dec. 9, 11am, 1:30pm • The Oxford, 1814 Oxford Ave., Eau Claire • $8 Youth/Student, $14 Seniors/Adult • ecct.org “In an old house in Paris that was covered with vines lived 12 little girls in two straight lines.” So begins this delightful story of Madeline’s Christmas! Based on the beloved children’s book this is the perfect musical treat for the entire family to start the holiday season.

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C V T G P R E S E N T S : A C H R I S T M A S C A R O L Dec. 14, 7:30pm; Dec. 15, 7:30pm; Dec. 16, 7:30pm; Dec. 17, 1:30pm • The Grand Theatre, 102 W. Grand Ave., Eau Claire • $1022; Order tickets online, by phone, or at the door • cvtg.org Celebrate the holiday spirit and reflect on the true meaning of the season with the Dickens classic.

Experience the magic of the beloved classic on stage at the State Theatre.

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S T P A U L B A L L E T - C L A R A’ S D R E A M : T H E N U T C R A C K E R Dec. 15, 7:30-9:30pm • Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts, 205 Main St. E, Menomonie • $25-30 • All Ages • 715-235-0001 • mabeltainter.org A holiday favorite returns. The Saint Paul Ballet’s version of The Nutcracker.

The show sells out every year. Get your tickets now.

A K O D A C H R O M E C H R I S T M A S Dec. 20, 7:3010pm; Dec. 21, 7:30-10pm; Dec. 22, 7:3010pm • The State Theatre, 316 Eau Claire St., Eau Claire • $25-35 (prices subject to change) • All Ages • 715-832-2787 • eauclairearts.com Enter the colorful world of cable access TV hostess, Earlene Hoople, the self-proclaimed “Queen of Rural Media,” as she tapes her Christmas Special in front of a live audience.

Letters to Mrs. Clause, an outrageous family slide show, fresh-baked snickerdoodles and a visit from the church hand bell choir set the stage for a pictureperfect evening of theatre.

DEER WIDOW’S WEEKEND 2 N D A N N U A L S I P & S H O P Nov. 16, 5-9pm • Bye the Willow, 501 N. High St, Chippewa Falls • FREE • All Ages • 715-5590371 • byethewillow.com Hang out with your friends and sip and glass of wine, soda, drink a craft beer and have an appetizer while you shop. Re-purposed goods, blown glass, henna, handmade lotions, clothing, books, wool mittens and a variety of other goods. Kick off your holiday shopping.

8 T H A N N U A L L A D I E S D AY Nov. 18, 9am4pm • Green Oasis Gardens, 1403 122nd Street, Chippewa Falls • FREE • 715.832.0800 Ext. 102 • facebook. com/events/1841165849230998 It’s the perfect time to start your holiday shopping. While the men are away, the ladies will shop. A warm greenhouse full of unique vendors, handcrafted goods, free refreshments, dazzling in-store specials, and more.

H U N T I N G W I D O W S W E E K E N D Nov. 18, 11am5pm • River Bend Vineyard & Winery, 10439 33rd Avenue, Chippewa Falls • riverbendvineyard.com Browse Chloe and Isabel jewelry and wine glass charms

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with two great local vendors. View some of River Bend WInery’s own gift ideas and sample some of their wines while you peruse the wares.

B L A C K F R I D AY V E G A S S T Y L E Nov. 24, 8am-6pm • Green Oasis Gardens, 1403 122nd Street, Chippewa Falls • FREE • 715.832.0800 Ext. 102 • Find it on Facebook Try your hand at a game of Black Jack to earn extra savings on your entire purchases. Get your early morning shopping done and then head to the Oasis for a relaxing shopping purchase. Bring your LUCK on Friday and join us for Vegas Day at Green Oasis Gardens. Free gift wrapping with all purchases.

O A S I S W I N T E R O P E N H O U S E Dec. 2, 8am-5pm • Green Oasis Gardens, 1403 122nd Street, Chippewa Falls • FREE • 715.832.0800 Ext. 102 • Find it on Facebook With so many unique items, cross everyone off your holiday list. Gift wrapping for free.

Fresh greens and trees, free food and beverages, store wide sales, and more.

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COMMUNIT Y FALL CREEK CHRISTMAS FAIR Dec. 2, 9am-2pm • Fall Creek Firehouse, 530 Highway 12, Fall Creek • FREE • All Ages • fallcreekwi.gov Coffee & sweets at 9 AM. Lunch from 10:30 to 1:30 includes a taco bar, barbecued beef, chili dogs, scalloped potatoes, and homemade pie.

Items for sale include baked goods, cookies, lefse, crafts, jewelry, books, rugs, honey, Christmas decorations, & more. Door prizes & drawing for a homemade quilt.

LADIES IN THE GREENHOUSE – COUNTRY C H R I S T M A S Dec. 2, 10am-4pm • Down To Earth Garden Center, 6025 Arndt Ln., Eau Claire • eauclairelandscaping.com Come enjoy a special Christmas shopping experience in the Greenhouse.

We will have a local artist and vendor market, holiday music, and much more to get you in the Christmas spirit. The Five & Two Café inside our country store will also be featuring lunch and drink specials.

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THANKSGIVING T H A N K S G I V I N G L U N C H Nov. 16, noon-1pm • Augusta Senior and Community Center, 616 West Washington St., Augusta • Suggested Donations of $4-8 • All Ages • 7152862953 You are invited to share a Thanksgiving Lunch with your friends at the center. On the menu: Turkey, Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes, Scalloped Corn, Cranberries, Dinner Roll, and Apple Pie.

ages – different cultures have created their own distinct versions. The result is a cornucopia of recipes and tales. The bread will be shared during the service.

Gluten-free/dairy-free bread will also be made available.

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For local Santa appearances, see page 18.

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22, 5:30-7:30pm • Cedarbrook Church, N6714 470th St., Menomonie • FREE • All Ages • 715-231-5433 • cedarbrookchurch.net The annual Thanksgiving Eve soup supper returns for another year with more family friendly activities added. Features soup and grilled cheeses by Pastor Remy, games, crafts, photo booth, cookie decorating, prayer trail rides, and fun for all.

6-6:30pm • Altoona City Park Recreation Center, 2303 Garfield Ave., Altoona • $10/ Resident of Altoona; $12/Non-Resident of Altoona • 2-5 years old • 7158395188 • ci.altoona.wi.us During this parent/ child class you will enjoy a themed book, craft and snack. You will be creating a festive turkey decoration to add to your holiday celebrations. Pre-registration is required. Registration can be done online or by stopping at the Altoona Parks & Recreation Office.

T H A N K S G I V I N G B U F F E T AT 2 9 P I N E S Nov. 23, 11am-4pm • 29 Pines Hotel and Convention Center, 5872 33rd Ave., Eau Claire • $17.99 Adults $16.99 Seniors $6.99 Kids 6-12 $6.99 Kids 5 and under $4.99 • All Ages • 715-874-2929 • sleepinneauclaire.com Join 29 Pines for Thanksgiving day for their annual Thanksgiving Buffet. Phone reservations recommended. Serving turkey, ham, roast beef, and all of your Thanksgiving favorites. Coffee, soda, and dessert included. Bloody Mary’s and Spiked Punch will also be available.

T H A N K S G I V I N G D AY C O M M U N I T Y D I N N E R Nov. 23, noon-2pm • Hope Gospel Mission, 8 S. Farwell St., Eau Claire • FREE • All Ages • 715-552-5566 ext. 1300 • hopegospelmission.org Individuals and families from all over the Chippewa Valley are invited to celebrate Thanksgiving at the mission and a free community meal. Everyone is welcome to come and enjoy a delicious meal where they will be served by friendly staff and volunteers.

A L A N O C L U B T H A N K S G I V I N G G AT H E R I N G Nov. 23, 1-3pm • Alano Club, 105 N. 21rst Street, Menomonie • FREE • All Ages • 715-231-2384 • menomoniealano.org T turkey and stuffing, mashed potatoes and gravy. You are welcome to bring your favorite side dish to pass. The Alano Club is a social community interested in 12-step and other recoveryoriented meetings.

S U N D AY S E R V I C E : T H A N K S G I V I N G F A M I L Y B R E A D ” Nov. 26, 10-11am • Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 421 S. Farwell St., Eau Claire • uueauclaire.com Share gratitude for the abundance in our lives and break bread together as a congregation. Bread has been one of the constants of the dining table through the

F R I E N D S G I V I N G F U N Nov. 20, 10am-noon • Fall Creek Public Library, 122 E Lincoln Ave, Fall Creek • FREE • Children of All Ages • 7158773334 • fallcreekpubliclibrary.org Head to the Fall Creek Public Library and join in the Thanksgiving fun.

Themed activities, games, crafts, stories and a snack will be provided. Registration is required contact by phone or email by Thursday, November 16th.

3 R D A N N U A L H O L I D AY T O Y T R A I N S Every Tuesday, Thursday from Nov. 28 to Dec. 28, 5-8pm; Every Saturday from Nov. 25 to Dec. 30, 10am-5pm • Chippewa Valley Museum, 1204 E. Half Moon Dr., Eau Claire • $9 adults, $6 kids Thurs., Fri., Sat; $2/person Tues. evenings (museum free); $2/person for museum members anytime • All Ages • 715-834-7871 • cvmuseum.com Featuring standard gauge trains running on 384 square feet of track all decked out for the holidays. Night trains on Tuesday and Thursday. Preschool age activities include Thomas the Tank Engine toy trains and track. More family activities on Thursdays & Saturdays.

H O L I D AY N I G H T AT T H E M U S E U M Dec. 1, 5:30-8pm • Children’s Museum of Eau Claire, 220 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire • $10 / child for members, $15 / child for non-members • ChildrensMuseumEC.com Almost as fun as the movies themselves, CMEC’s “Night at the Museum” is a popular, themed drop-off event offered twice a year. Grown-ups get the evening off while their kids are entertained with exclusive, entertaining activities in the Museum after hours.

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tact for admission information • indianheadtc.org An eight-mile and three-mile run. Through the open fields, rolling hills, and dairy farms west of Chippewa Falls. Each participant receives a long sleeve shirt. There will be several prizes, food, beverages, and home-cooked chili.

The race may be cold, but that just makes you the hottest thing out there.

S AT U R D AY M O R N I N G K I D S S E R I E S W I T H J O A N N E L I N D E N Dec. 2, 10am • The Volume One Gallery, Located inside the Local Store at the Volume One World Headquarters, 205 N. Dewey St., Eau Claire • FREE • All ages • VolumeOne.org Each Saturday morning we will have a special guest on hand to read a story or two in the V1 Gallery. Afterwards kids can pick from a handful of local coloring pages to color here or at home and enter to win a $50 Local Store Gift Card. After kids turn in their drawings, they will be up on Volumeone.org/store for public voting.

S N A C K T I M E S U N D AY S Dec. 3, 9am-4pm; Dec. 10, 9am-4pm; Dec. 17, 9am-4pm • The Local Store at the Volume One World Headquarters, 205 N. Dewey St., Eau Claire • FREE • All ages • VolumeOne.org Enjoy complimentary hot cider and cocoa and cookies all afternoon.

470th St., Menomonie • FREE • All Ages • 715-231-5433 • cedarbrookchurch.net A fun free Family Christmas experience. At Keepsake Christmas, families create their very own Keepsake nativity scenes and watch as the nativity comes to life on stage.

C L AY M AT I O N C L A S S I C S : F R O S T Y T H E S N O W M A N Dec. 3, 9am-4pm • The Volume One Gallery, Located inside the Local Store at the Volume One World Headquarters, 205 N. Dewey St., Eau Claire • FREE • All ages • VolumeOne.org Bring your family to enjoy these holiday claymation classics on the big screen in the Volume One Gallery/theater inside The Local Store.

O N E D AY W O N D E R - S A N TA I S C O M I N G T O T O W N Dec. 7, 6-6:30pm • Altoona City Park Recreation Center, 2303 Garfield Ave., Altoona • $10/Resident of Altoona; $12/ Non-Resident of Altoona • 2-5 years old • 7158395188 • ci.altoona.wi.us During this parent/child class you will enjoy a themed book, craft and snack. Join the holiday fun by creating Santa’s flying helpers. Pre-registration is required.

Registration can be done online or by stopping at the Altoona Parks & Recreation Office.

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Local Store at the Volume One World Headquarters, 205 N. Dewey St., Eau Claire • FREE • All ages • VolumeOne. org Each Saturday morning we will have a special guest on hand to read a story or two in the V1 Gallery. Afterwards kids can pick from a handful of local coloring pages to color here or at home and enter to win a $50 Local Store Gift Card. After kids turn in their drawings, they will be up on Volumeone.org/store for public voting.

W H I M S I C A L W I N T E R M I N I AT U R E G A R D E N T E A P A R T Y I N T H E G R E E N H O U S E Dec. 9, 3pm • Down To Earth Garden Center, 6025 Arndt Ln., Eau Claire • $35/child & $20/ adult; Price of fairy garden included in child ticket price • eauclairelandscaping. com Don’t miss out on this fun outing during the holiday season for you and your child or grandchild. Enjoy a lovely lunch of mini sandwiches, mini desserts and tea. Children will create a mini whimsical wintery garden to take home.

C L AY M AT I O N C L A S S I C S : R U D O L P H T H E R E D N O S E D R E I N D E E R Dec. 10, 2pm • The Volume One Gallery, Located inside the Local Store at the Volume One World Headquarters, 205 N. Dewey St., Eau Claire • FREE • All ages • VolumeOne.org Bring your family to enjoy these holiday claymation classics on the big screen in the Volume One Gallery/ theater inside The Local Store.

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S P E C I A L K I D S N I G H T - H O L I D AY W O R K S H O P Dec. 11, 5-6:30pm • Children’s Museum of Eau Claire, 220 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire • ChildrensMuseumEC.com Offers families a safe and soothing environment where the Museum is closed to the public, giving kids with special needs a special night. Free admission for kids with special needs and families. Includes pizza party, and a holiday-themed craft workshop.

S T O R Y B O O K H I K I N G T R A I L Dec. 15, 10-11am • Beaver Creek Reserve, S1 County Road K, Fall Creek • $3-5 • Ages 4-8 • beavercreekreserve.org A fun, winter activity followed by a guided tour on the Storybook Hiking Trail. Explore songs, interactive stories, and movement activities that encourage your children to think about the ever-changing world around them and their role in it. Dress for the weather as the majority of the program will be held outdoors.

S AT U R D AY M O R N I N G K I D S S E R I E S W I T H J E A N N E S T Y C Z I N S K I Dec. 16, 10am • The Volume One Gallery, Located inside the Local Store at the Volume One World Headquarters, 205 N. Dewey St., Eau Claire • FREE • All ages • VolumeOne. org Each Saturday morning we will have a special guest on hand to read a story or two in the V1 Gallery. Afterwards kids can pick from a handful of local coloring pages to color here or at home and enter to win a $50 Local Store Gift Card. After kids turn in their drawings, they will be up on Volumeone.org/store for public voting.

C H R I S T M A S C E L E B R AT I O N Dec. 17, 10am2:30pm • Fairchild Church of Hope, 200

W Main St., Fairchild • FREE • All Ages • 715 286 5123 • facebook.com/FairchildChurchofHope/ This Christmas celebration will feature a performance by Hairy & Company. When they take the stage, people of all ages laugh & learn. Behind each performance is a serious message, leaving audiences challenged and refreshed. Stay for the Christmas meal & horse-drawn wagon rides.

C L AY M AT I O N C L A S S I C S : S A N TA C L A U S I S C O M I N ’ T O T O W N Dec. 17, 2pm • The Volume One Gallery, Located inside the Local Store at the Volume One World Headquarters, 205 N. Dewey St., Eau Claire • FREE • All ages • VolumeOne.org Bring your family to enjoy these holiday claymation classics on the big screen in the Volume One Gallery/theater inside The Local Store.

H O L I D AY P A R T Y Dec. 28, 10am-noon • Fall Creek Public Library, 122 E Lincoln Ave, Fall Creek • FREE • Children of All Ages • 7158773334 • fallcreekpubliclibrary. org Join in the holiday fun. Themed activities, games, crafts, stories and a snack will be provided. Registration is required, call or email.

T E E N U G LY S W E AT E R P A R T Y Dec. 28, 6:308pm • L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library – Eau Claire Room, 400 Eau Claire St., Eau Claire • FREE • Grades 6-12 • 715-839-5007 • ecpubliclibrary.info/teens/ Is holiday break looking cold and boring? Pull out your ugliest sweater* and come for games, treats, and ugly-sweater related fun. Prizes awarded to the ugliest sweaters. No registration needed. *Ugly sweater not required.

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R O YA L C R E D I T U N I O N N E W Y E A R S E V E Dec. 30, 5-9pm • Eau Claire Indoor Sports Center, 3456 Craig Road, Eau Claire • $5 cash only; FREE for kids under 2 • All Ages • ecsportscenter.com The Eau Claire Indoor Sports Center invites your whole family to come for a kid friendly New Year’s Eve celebration sponsored by RCU. Enjoy DJ entertainment, Games, Prizes, Inflatables, Limo Rides, and a HUGE Balloon Drop.

A N N U A L C M E C N O O N Y E A R ’ S E V E C E L E B R AT I O N Dec. 31, 10am-noon • Children’s Museum of Eau Claire, 220 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire • FREE with admission • ChildrensMuseumEC.com Ring in the new year the kid-friendly way no extended bedtime required. Featuring popular sparkly science, colorful noisemakers, the almost world-famous paint-yourown-face station, a photo booth, parachute playtime confetti extravaganza and a sparkling juice toast around the Bitty City clock tower for the countdown to Noon!

LIGHT UP EAU CLAIRE: LITTLE LANTERN P A R A D E Dec. 31, 4:30pm • Children’s Museum of Eau Claire, 220 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire • FREE • Recommended up to age 12 • lightupeauclaire.com Children and families will enjoy an early NYE celebration at The Children’s Museum of Eau Claire, with the launch of the Little

Lantern Parade. All participants will carry a small lighted lantern from the Children’s Museum, crossing the Grand Avenue footbridge, and then returning back to the starting point.

R O C K ’ N N E W Y E A R ’ S F A M I LY S K AT E Dec. 31, 6-9pm • Hobbs Ice Arena, 915 Menomonie St., Eau Claire • $3/person (includes skate rental) • (715) 839-5032 • Facebook.com/ hobbsfb A family-friendly New Year’s Eve event, featuring a DJ and video screen, balloon drop with prizes, skating obstacle course, boot games, hot chocolate bar, and much more.

N E W Y E A R ’ S E V E L O C K - I N AT A C T I O N C I T Y Dec. 31, 11pm • Action City, 2402 Lorch Ave., Eau Claire • $20/person (advance) or $25/person (door) • All Ages • 715-8526000 • actioncityfun.com/nye_lockin2017 Jump and play into the New Year at Action City’s annual New Year’s Eve Lockin. Race go-karts, battle your friends in laser tag, be a ninja warrior and play Trampoline dodgeball. Black Lights will also be on in the Trampoline Park so make sure to wear bright colors.

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30; Children $20-25 • eauclairewi.gov A 5 mile run and a 2 mile walk and is open to everyone of all ages and abilities. This event is meant to be fun for the whole family, not just seasoned athletes. The Turkey Trot is perfect for anyone who wants to kick off Thanksgiving Day with a bit of exercise and a lot of fun.

15TH ANNUAL TURKEY BOWL EAU CLAIRE INDOOR SPORTS CENTER 3V3 THANKSGIVI N G T O U R N A M E N T Every Day from Nov. 25 to Nov. 26 • Eau Claire Indoor Sports Center, 3456 Craig Road, Eau Claire • ecsportscenter.com Teams can be composed of 3 to 5 players. Games will consist of two 12 minute halves. All teams are guaranteed a minimum of 3 games. Register or see the schedule online.

R U N F O R T H E L I G H T S 5 K / 1 M Nov. 25, 4-7pm • Irvine Park, Bridgewater Avenue, Chippewa Falls • $25 person / $75 family • All ages • apm.activecommunities.com/chippewafallsparkandrec A family orientated 5k and 1 Mile Run/ Walk through the Irvine Park and the Christmas Village.

All proceeds go to the Christmas Village.

Chip timed 5k. Race starts at 4pm in the Irvine Park Main Pavilion. There will be awards, refreshments, and treats after the race.

M A K E Y O U R O W N S N O W S H O E S Every Day from Dec. 2 to Dec. 3, 9:30am-3:30pm •

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Wise Nature Center, Beaver Creek Reserve, S1 Cty Rd. K, Fall Creek • $190-200 (Register by 11/13) • beavercreekreserve. org/naturecenter.htm Snowshoeing has become a popular winter activity. Make your own snowshoes in this two-day workshop. Choose from three styles of snowshoes. All shoes are laced with tubular nylon, which is comfortable to work with, and has great strength when varnished. Materials list online.

48TH ANNUAL FRIGID 8 AND THERMAL 3 Dec. 2, 10am • Our Saviours Lutheran Church, 1300 Mansfield St., Chippewa Falls • Contact for admission information • indianheadtc.org An eight-mile and three-mile run. Through the open fields, rolling hills, and dairy farms west of Chippewa Falls. Each participant receives a long sleeve shirt. There will be several prizes, food, beverages, and home-cooked chili. The race may be cold, but that just makes you the hottest thing out there.

R U N S A N TA R U N 5 K Dec. 3, 10am • Carson Park, 100 Carson Park Dr., Eau Claire • $15-$45 • All Ages • Find it on Facebook Bring your holiday cheer to Downtown Eau Claire for this festive 5k. Runners will set off on a beautiful winter wonderland tour of downtown Eau Claire with 3 holiday stations including cookies, mistletoe and candy canes wish hot chocolate milk at the finish. Run as Santa himself, as one of his many Elves, as one of his reliable Reindeer, or a North Pole Snowman.

FOOD & DRINK 3 0 T H A N N U A L H U M A N E A S S O C I AT I O N C R A F T & B A K E S A L E Nov. 17, 9am-7pm; Nov. 18, 9am-3pm • Hickory Hills Golf Course, E4080 Hickory Rd., Eau Claire • FREE • All Ages • 715-839-4747 ext 21 • eccha. org Offers a wide variety of homemade art and craft items, holiday décor, pet related items and delicious homemade cookies, breads, candies, cakes & pies.

F R E N C H T O A S T & P A N C A K E B R E A K F A S T Third Sunday from Nov. 19 to Nov. 18 2018, 8-11:30am • Lake Street United Methodist Church, Corner of Lake Street & Fourth Avenue, Eau Claire • $5.50, Kids & Students FREE • All Ages • 715-8344272 You’re invited to enjoy a delicious Breakfast with French Toast, Pancakes, Sausages, Coffee, Juice, and Milk. Grab the kids and enjoy a great breakfast with fellowship. Every third Sunday except December.

W I N E & D I N E Nov. 27, 7-10pm; Dec. 18, 7-10pm • Bye the Willow, 501 N. High St, Chippewa Falls • Ticketed • byethewillow. com Enjoy a food & wine pairing at Bye VOLUME ONE 2017

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the Willow with wine expert William.

With the purchase of a ticket you will receive a catered dinner, 5 wine pairings, discounts on the bottles of wines sampled that night, along with an educational and fun filled evening.

TA P A S F O R H O L I D AY P A R T I E S Nov. 30, 6-8:30pm • Forage, 930 Galloway St., Building 13, Suite 212, Eau Claire • $60 • forageeauclaire.com Learn to make Tapas for a low-stress way to throw a holiday party. Tracy Borkenhagen lived in Spain for 25 years teaching cooking classes. Tapas are appetizers, small, bites, and shareables. Recipes presented are simple. Learn lots of light dishes, as well as a heartier dish and a dessert.

Beer and wine cash bar available.

C H R I S T C H U R C H C AT H E D R A L C H R I S T M A S C O O K I E W A L K Dec. 2, 9-11am • Christ Church Cathedral, 510 S. Farwell St., Eau Claire • 715-835-3734 • cathedralec.org Wonderful Christmas aromas and music set the scene for this special Cookie Walk. A beautiful and delicious assortment of cookies, candies, and other holiday goodies for sale. Go early for the best selection.

S N A C K T I M E S U N D AY S Dec. 3, 9am-4pm; Dec. 10, 9am-4pm; Dec. 17, 9am-4pm • The Local Store at the Volume One World Headquarters, 205 N. Dewey St., Eau Claire • FREE • All ages • VolumeOne.org Enjoy complimentary hot cider and cocoa and cookies all afternoon.

3 R D A N N U A L H O L I D AY T E A : A Q U I N T E S S E N T I A L E N G L I S H A F T E R N O O N T E A Dec. 14, 2-3:30pm • The Heyde Center for the Arts, 3 South High St., Chippewa Falls • $20/person • All Ages • (715) 726-9000 • cvca.net/events/holiday-tea A quintessentially English tradition. Along with the traditional tea service, enjoy delicious finger sandwiches accompanied by freshly baked and desserts fundraiser for the Heyde Center. The auditorium will be decorated for the holidays and complimented by music.

READINGS & BOOK EVENTS L E T ’ S B E H O N E S T: I N T H E C O L D Dec. 6, 7pm • The Volume One Gallery, Located inside the Local Store at the Volume One World Headquarters, 205 N. Dewey St., Eau Claire • FREE • All Ages • VolumeOne.org Let’s be Honest is Volume One’s popular storytelling series, where some of the area’s best writers and yarn spinners, take to the mic for a night of personal stories told live.

Each night multiple storytellers muse on a common theme and an open mic follows. Tonight’s theme is “In the Cold”.

DOESN’T IT FEEL GOOD TO SHOP LOCAL?

THE LOCAL STORE IS ALWAYS INTRODUCING NEW LOCAL GIFTS, BOOKS, MUSIC, APPAREL, ART, AND MORE THAT HELP DEFINE THE CHIPPEWA VALLEY'S UNIQUE SENSE OF PLACE

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F R I E N D S O F T H E L I B R A R Y H O L I D AY M I N I S A L E Every Day from Dec. 12 to Dec. 13, 10am-7pm • L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library – Eau Claire Room, 400 Eau Claire St., Eau Claire • FREE • All Ages • 715-839-5004 • eauclaire.lib.wi.us The sale will offer gently used books and other media for holiday gift-giving at low, consumer-friendly prices. Specially selected, like-new books will be available at exceptional discounts.

L E T ’ S B E H O N E S T: H O L I D AY H E R O I C S Dec. 13, 7pm • The Volume One Gallery, Located inside the Local Store at the Volume One World Headquarters, 205 N. Dewey St., Eau Claire • FREE • All Ages • VolumeOne.org Let’s be Honest is Volume One’s popular storytelling series, where some of the area’s best writers and yarn spinners, take to the mic for a night of personal stories told live. Each night multiple storytellers muse on a common theme and an open mic follows. Tonight’s theme, Holiday Heroics, features stories of yuletide successes and holly jolly failures.

Speakers are TBA.

J O Y T O T H E W O R D : A H O L I D AY - T H E M E D E V E N I N G O F S O N G A N D S T O R I E S Dec. 23, 6:30pm • The Volume One Gallery, Located inside the Local Store at the Volume One World Headquarters, 205 N. Dewey St., Eau

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Claire • VolumeOne.org Join authors and storytellers from the Chippewa Valley Writers Guild and the Ukelele Club for a holiday themed evening of song and stories in the V1 Gallery. Music will begin at 6:30pm with stories stories to follow closer to 7pm.

REMEMBRANCES C O M P A S S I O N AT E F R I E N D S W O R L D W I D E C A N D L E L I G H T I N G Dec. 10, 6:45-9pm • Immanuel Lutheran Church, 3214 Golf Rd, Eau Claire • FREE • 7158332009 • tcfchippewavalley.wordpress.com/upcoming-events A candlelighting that honors the memory of our children, grandchildren and siblings who have died too soon. Candles are provided. Harp music by local musician, Bethany Shuda. Refreshments will follow. More info on website.

3 2 S T A N N U A L L I G H T I N G C E R E M O N Y AT H S H S S A C R E D H E A R T H O S P I TA L Dec. 3, 5:30pm • HSHS Sacred Heart Hospital, 900 W Clairemont Ave, Eau Claire • $10 per name • (715) 717-4255 • sacredhearthospital-ec. org Meet at the chapel. Tree lighting follows. To purchase lights, call, visit online and click the “Ways to Give” link, or visit in person at the hospital’s gift shop, Volunteer Services, or the Information

Desk. Deadline to appear in a tribute in the Leader-Telegram is noon on Nov. 22.

Proceeds go to The Healing Place.

REMEMBRANCE CEREMONY & LOVE LIGHTS T R E E L I G H T I N G AT H S H S S T. J O S E P H ’ S H O S P I TA L Dec. 7, 4pm • HSHS St. Joseph’s Hospital, 2661 County Highway I, Chippewa Falls • $5 per name; larger donations welcome • (715) 717-7439 • stjoeschipfalls. com Beautiful trees located throughout the hospital’s healing garden will shine brightly during the holiday season as a reminder of a special loved one.

Participants can choose a white light in memory of a deceased loved one, a red or green light in honor of the living or a blue light to honor military personnel.

Deadline is 11/27 to be included in the Chippewa Herald announcement.

NEW YEAR’S EVE R O YA L C R E D I T U N I O N N E W Y E A R S E V E Dec. 30, 5-9pm • Eau Claire Indoor Sports Center, 3456 Craig Road, Eau Claire • $5 cash only; FREE for kids under 2 • All Ages • ecsportscenter.com The Eau Claire Indoor Sports Center invites your whole family to come for a kid friendly New Year’s Eve celebration sponsored by RCU. Enjoy DJ entertainment, Games, Prizes, Inflatables, Limo Rides, and a HUGE Balloon Drop.

A N N U A L C M E C N O O N Y E A R ’ S E V E C E L E B R AT I O N Dec. 31, 10am-noon • Children’s Museum of Eau Claire, 220 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire • FREE with admission • ChildrensMuseumEC.com Ring in the new year the kid-friendly way no extended bedtime required. Featuring popular sparkly science, colorful noisemakers, the almost world-famous paint-yourown-face station, a photo booth, parachute playtime confetti extravaganza and a sparkling juice toast around the Bitty City clock tower for the countdown to Noon!

LIGHT UP EAU CLAIRE: LITTLE LANTERN P A R A D E Dec. 31, 4:30pm • Children’s Museum of Eau Claire, 220 S. Barstow St., Eau Claire • FREE • Recommended up to age 12 • lightupeauclaire.com Children and families will enjoy an early NYE celebration at The Children’s Museum of Eau Claire, with the launch of the Little Lantern Parade. All participants will carry a small lighted lantern from the Children’s Museum, crossing the Grand Avenue footbridge, and then returning back to the starting point.

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St., Eau Claire • $3/person (includes skate rental) • (715) 839-5032 • Facebook.com/ hobbsfb A family-friendly New Year’s Eve event, featuring a DJ and video screen, balloon drop with prizes, skating obstacle course, boot games, hot chocolate bar, and much more.

N E W Y E A R ’ S E V E L O C K - I N AT A C T I O N C I T Y Dec. 31, 11pm • Action City, 2402 Lorch Ave., Eau Claire • $20/person (advance) or $25/person (door) • All Ages • 715-8526000 • actioncityfun.com/nye_lockin2017 Jump and play into the New Year at Action City’s annual New Year’s Eve Lockin. Race go-karts, battle your friends in laser tag, be a ninja warrior and play Trampoline dodgeball. Black Lights will also be on in the Trampoline Park so make sure to wear bright colors.

2 N D A N N U A L L I G H T U P E A U C L A I R E Dec. 31, 4pm • Downtown Eau Claire, S. Barstow, N. Barstow, and W. Grand Ave., Eau Claire • Latnern Parade, Ice Scuplture Unvieling, Fireworks FREE, $15 Wristbands for Music Venues • All Ages • visiteauclaire.com/lightupeauclaire/ Activities include a little lantern parade for kids, ice and snow sculptures by Jason Anhorn, wristbanded music venues, a large lantern parade, fireworks, the new years gala at The Lismore, and more to be announced. There will be rooftop viewing tents from the top of the new parking garage.

2 N D A N N U A L N E W Y E A R ’ S E V E G A L A Dec. 31, 6pm • The Lismore, 333 Gibson Street, Eau Claire • $55 for light appetizers + dessert; $125 for buffet ticket starting at 6pm • visiteauclaire.com Festivities include live entertainment & dancing from Bella Diva, Strolling buffet with magnificent cuisine starting at 6pm, midnight champagne toast and celebration, New Year’s Eve party packs, sponsor fireworks viewing party, and more to be announced.

PRELUDE TO AN EVE - TROPPO BIG BAND J A Z Z O R C H E S T R A Dec. 31, 6:30-10pm • The Heyde Center for the Arts, 3 South High St., Chippewa Falls • Admission: Adults $16, Seniors $15, Youth $9 • All Ages • 715-726-9000 • cvca.net Big band jazz is improvisational, it celebrates personal freedom and encourages individual expression. Ring in the New Year with the Chippewa Valley’s best big band jazz orchestra. This year come early and enjoy a variety of appetizers along with a full bar to start the evening off right.

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