BEST BETS

AUGUST 11-27

1. CHAINSAW SCULPTURE CHAMPIONSHIP

Aug. 11-14 • Carson Park, Eau Claire

The world’s best chainsaw carvers will compete for prizes creating unique works of art from 8-foot logs at the Wisconsin Logging Museum. Social night on Friday, sculpture auction Saturday and Sunday, judging on Sunday.

2. GRAND EVENING ON THE BRIDGE

Aug. 17 • Grand Avenue Bridge, Eau Claire • 5-8pm •

A multi-course meal with beverage pairings served on the Grand Avenue bridge. This year features meal selections from some of our downtown favorites: Houligans, The Informalist, 3rd & Vine, and a selection of wine, beer and non-alcoholic beverages.

Truck. 21+ • 720-6350 • facebook.com

Food Truck Fridays at Ken Vance Hyundai and Chippewa Valley Mazda 11am-2pm • Ken Vance Hyundai and Chippewa Valley Mazda • Every Friday is Food Truck Friday at Ken Vance Hyundai and Chippewa Valley Mazda

Leinie Lodge Food Trucks noon-7pm • Leinenkugel’s, Chippewa Falls • Leinie’s Lodge hosts food trucks from May through October, Fri & Sat. facebook.com/Leinenkugelsleinielodge

Burger Night on the Farm 4-8pm • Together Farms, Mondovi • A unique, casual night on a small Wisconsin family farm. Fresh, grilled 100% grass-fed beef burgers. All Ages • 210-4740 • togetherfarms.com/calendar

GAMES & HOBBIES

Friday Night Games 7pm • Clairemont Comics, Eau Claire • Welcomes all board game players of all ages and skill levels. Games available, with people to teach you how to play. FREE • All Ages • (651) 230-0748 • facebook.com/groups/ECBGG

MUSEUMS & HISTORY

58th Annual Pioneer Days 10am-10pm • Pioneer Park, Eau Claire • Historical craftsmen demonstrations, tractor pull, showcase of a rare Phoenix Log Hauler, antique & classic car show, pancake breakfast (Sat & Sun), and more. $10 admission, FREE for 12 and under • facebook. com/events/1633356073715908

MUSIC

Live Music at Vino Cappuccino 5:30-7:30pm • Vino Cappuccino, Elk Mound • Live music on the patio. Enjoy authentic wood-fired pizza, local wines & beers, coffee, unique homemade desserts, and more. FREE • All Ages • 879-4157 • vinocap- puccinobistro.com

Live Music: Emily Watkins & William DeBlaey

6-8pm • 200 Main Art & Wine Gallery, Eau Claire • Join local guitarist/singer Emily Watkins and bassist William DeBlaey for a night of live music, art, and wine. FREE • All Ages • 895-7114 • 200mainec.com

Jazz at The Stones Throw 6-11pm • Stones Throw, Eau Claire • The Groove Merchants Present Jazz; Every month the second Friday and Saturday. $5 • 21+ • thesoundofeauclaire.com/ groove-merchants

Late Night Jazz at The Lakely: Tim Sullivan

Trio 8:30-11:30pm • The Lakely, Eau Claire • An evening of inventively re-interpreted jazz standards and Americana music. FREE • All Ages • theoxbowhotel.com

Friends of the Chippewa Falls Public Library

Book Sale 9am-7pm • Chippewa Falls Public Library, Chippewa Falls • Large book sale with fiction and nonfiction books for children to adults, AV materials including books on CD, DVDs. Bag sale on Saturday. Materials from 50 cents to $5, • All Ages • chippewafallslibrary.org

Down to Earth 25th Anniversary Customer

Appreciation 4-7pm • Down To Earth Garden Center, Eau Claire • Celebrate 25 years of Down to Earth. Brats & hot dogs, Olson’s ice cream, and a visit from Bailey’s Nursery. downtoearthgardencenter.com

Races at Red Cedar Speedway 5pm • Red Cedar Speedway, Menomonie • Weekly stock car races. $15 GA, $10 student/senior/military, FREE for kids • All Ages • 235-6318 • redcedarspeedway.com

Aug. 24 • Every Buddy’s Bar, Chippewa Falls • 6pm Gemini Syndrome plays alternative metal. Cultus Black is a dramatic deathcore/Nu-metal crossover. Nocturnal Affair is an alternative/dark rock project.

4. WISCONSIN SPORT SHOW

Aug. 26-28 • Chippewa Valley Expo Center, Eau Claire

Outdoor recreation expo featuring retail booths, demonstrations, trout pond, petting zoo, hunting, fishing, ice houses, beer garden and concessions, indoor and outdoor exhibits, and great door prizes.

5. CLEARWATER JAZZ AND ART FESTIVAL

Aug. 27 • Brewing Projekt, Eau Claire •12-8pm

Ten local jazz bands perform outdoors non-stop all day between two stages. Acts include Sue Orfield and FLOWt, Weapons of Brass Destruction, Cathy Reitz & 7Swing and Sweater People along with individual performers Jeremy Boettcher, Tyler Lustek, and Josh Gallagher, plus 15 art vendors in the event center. Multiple food trucks, gelato and of course great beers by The Brewing Projekt.

GRAND EVENING ON THE BRIDGE.

The biggest fundraiser for downtown E.C. is coming up on Aug. 17

Last year’s event sold out, so get your tickets quickly!

STAGE

Shakespeare in the State Park - Much Ado

About Nothing 5:30-8:30pm • Lake Wissota State Park, Chippewa Falls • Free workshop and Shakespeare performance at Lake Wissota State Park, great for kids, families and audiences of all ages. FREE • All Ages • (414) 216-3702 • summitplayerstheatre.com/shows

Disney’s Beauty & The Beast JR. 7pm

• Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts, Menomonie • The Disney animated classic brought to life on stage. Themed kids activities downstairs in the theatre prior to show. $12, $8 Students • 231-7529 • menomonietheaterguild.org

Sturgeon Supermoon: Slow Flow Yoga & Sound Bath 7-8pm • Latitude 44 Yoga Studio, Eau Claire • A series of gentle yoga poses with an extended savasana to bathe in harmonic vibrations of crystal bowls. included for members, $15 for non-members • 828-3936 • latitude44yoga.com/ schedule

Arborophilia 7:30-9:15pm • The Grand Theatre, Eau Claire • A quirky little comedy play about a girl in unrequited love with a tree. Written by Jacob M. Appel and directed by Logan Toftness. $20 • 12+ • fb.me/e/3uEgRQPnv

ECCT Presents “The Music Man in Concert”

7:30-9:30pm • Northern WI State Fairgrounds, Chippewa Falls • Meredith WIllson’s smash Broadway hit musical comes to the Leinenkugel’s stage in Chippewa Falls in a unique outdoor concert setting. $24/Adults; $20/Seniors; $14/ Students; $10/Youth • All Ages • 839-8877 • ecct. org/tickets

WELLNESS

Ecstatic Dance & Botanical Elixirs on the Farm 6:30-8:30pm • Dancing Yarrow Retreat, Mondovi • Make and enjoy a botanical elixir followed by a 60 minute guided Nia dance class, then some open grooving under the sun. $25 • RhythmicRenewal.com

Chevytown Corvettes Car

Show & Fundraiser 10am-2pm • Keyes Chevytown, Menomonie • Silent Auction & Raffle to benefit Boys & Girls Club of Menomonie. DJ & Food Trucks, Trophies & Door Prizes, Tech & Car Care Seminars. FREE • facebook.com

Cruise In Car Show Series 2-4pm • Downtown Chippewa Falls, Chippewa Falls • Check out vintage cars, trucks, and motorcycles while enjoying music in historic downtown Chippewa Falls. FREE • All Ages • chippewafallsmainst.org

FESTIVALS & SPECIAL EVENTS

US Open Chainsaw Sculpture Championship 10am-7pm • Carson Park, Eau Claire • The world’s best chainsaw carvers will compete for prizes creating unique works of art from 8-foot logs at the Wisconsin Logging Museum. $3.50-25 • visiteauclaire.com

Pure Water Days Parade 1-2pm • Downtown Chippewa Falls, Chippewa Falls • Enjoy over 50 floats, vehicles, and walking units in this annual parade. FREE • All Ages • chippewafallsmainst. org

Pure Water Days Parade & Riverfest 1pm • Downtown Chippewa Falls • The annual downtown Chippewa falls parade at 1pm features 70+ parade entries. At 2pm, Riverfest features food trucks, beer tent, live music, inflatables, crafts vendors, and more. chippewafallsmainst.org

FARMERS MARKETS

Menomonie Farmer’s Market 8am-2pm • Wilson Park • FREE • All Ages • 641-0050 • menomoniefam.org

Cadott Farmer’s Market 9am-noon • Riverview Park located next to the Yellow River on Highway 27 • FREE • All Ages • 703-3779 • facebook.com/ CadottFarmersMarket

FOOD & DRINK

Pilot Pop Up Sale 10am-8pm • Leinie Lodge, Chippewa Falls • Merch sale located in the new Pilot Brewery. Spend $50 and get a 32oz Crowler of Summer Shandy for $5. Big Pappa BBQ Food Truck. 21+ • 720-6350 • facebook.com

Leinie Lodge Food Trucks noon-7pm • Leinenkugel’s, Chippewa Falls • Leinie’s Lodge hosts food trucks from May through October, Fri & Sat. No event on 4/29 and 6/18. facebook.com/Leinenkugelsleinielodge

Burger Night on the Farm noon-8pm • Together Farms, Mondovi • A unique, casual night on a small Wisconsin family farm. Fresh, grilled 100% grass-fed beef burgers. All Ages • 210-4740 • togetherfarms.com/calendar

Belgian Beer and Oysters noon-8pm • K-Point Brewing at The Coffee Grounds, Eau Claire • Enjoy oysters on a half shell and a K-Point pint of Belgian beer (or beer of your choice). Price TBD • 21+ • 834-1733 • thecoffeegrounds.com

Wine and Snowie Snow Cones 1-4pm • Infinity Beverages Winery & Distillery, Eau Claire • Mix your favorite Infinity wine with a complimentary snow cone, provided by Snowie of Altoona. 21+ • 255-0802 • infinitybeverages.com

Farm Tour at Together Farms 2-3:30pm • Together Farms, Mondovi • Explore and learn about Together Farms, a small family operated farm. $5, children 5 and under free • All Ages • 210-4740 • togetherfarms.com/calendar

HOME & GARDEN

Wildflower Sanctuary Tour at Irvine Park 13pm • Irvine Park, Chippewa Falls • A tour of the Native Wildflower Sanctuary hosted by the Lake Wissota Garden Club. facebook.com

MUSEUMS & HISTORY

58th Annual Pioneer Days 7am-10pm • Pioneer Park, Eau Claire • Historical craftsmen demonstrations, tractor pull, showcase of a rare Phoenix Log Hauler, antique & classic car show, pancake breakfast (Sat & Sun), and more. $10 admission, FREE for 12 and under • facebook. com/events/1633356073715908

MUSIC

Live Music: Sean Jordan 11am-8pm • Dixon’s Autumn Harvest Winery, Chippewa Falls • Live music from Sean Jordan, beverages served by the winery, and a local food truck on site FREE • All Ages • 720-1663 • facebook.com/autumnharvestwinery

Music at the Museum noon-2pm • Chippewa Valley Museum, Eau Claire • BYO Chairs and blankets to enjoy live regional music traditions on the museum grounds. FREE • All Ages • 834-7871 • cvmuseum.com

Live Music by Matthew Griswold 5-8pm • Ombibulous Brewing, Altoona • Talented singer-songwriter that plays acoustic covers and originals. FREE

Live Music at Vino Cappuccino 5:30-7:30pm • Vino Cappuccino, Elk Mound • Live music on the patio at Vino Cappuccino. Enjoy authentic woodfired pizza, local wines & beers, coffee, unique homemade desserts, and more. FREE • All Ages • 879-4157 • vinocappuccinobistro.com

Van Isaacson & Allison Mahal Acoustic Duo 6-8pm • 200 Main Art & Wine Gallery, Eau Claire • This duo will play acoustic tunes while en route to perform at Ashley for the Arts. FREE • All Ages • 895-7114 • 200mainec.com

Jazz at The Stones Throw 6-11pm • Stones Throw, Eau Claire • The Groove Merchants Present Jazz; Every month the second Friday and Saturday. $5 • 21+ • thesoundofeauclaire.com/ groove-merchants

ZYMURDERFEST Death Metal Festival 6pm

• Zymurgy Brewing, Menomonie • Zymurgy Brewing’s annual death metal festival. Headliner band is Glutton for Punishment, joined by others. $10 GA, $15 GA + Poster, $25 Bundle • 21+ • volumeonetickets.org

American Hitmen with Motherwind 8pm • Joel’s 4Corners, Chippewa Falls • American Hitmen as seen on America’s Got Talent rocks with regional touring act Motherwind. $5 adv $10 door • 21+ • 861-5766 • facebook. com/4corners4fun

Late Night Jazz at The Lakely: Tim Sullivan Trio

8:30-11:30pm • The Lakely, Eau Claire • An evening of inventively re-interpreted jazz standards and Americana music. FREE • All Ages • theoxbowhotel.com

OPEN HOUSES &

Friends of the Chippewa Falls Public Library

Book Sale 9am-1pm • Chippewa Falls Public Library, Chippewa Falls • Large book sale with fiction and nonfiction books for children to adults, AV materials including books on CD, DVDs. Bag sale on Saturday. Materials from 50 cents to $5, • All Ages • chippewafallslibrary.org

Eau Claire Makers’ Market noon-7:30pm

• Owen Park Bandshell, Eau Claire • Local vendors selling their wares accompanied by local music. Fien art, ceramics, stickers, home goods, decor, and more. FREE • All Ages • ecmakersmarket.com

Eau Claire Express 6:35pm • Eau Claire Express Stadium - Carson Park, Eau Claire • An Eau Claire tradition, catch a ballgame in scenic Carson Park stadium. $9-28, season tickets availablre • northwoodsleague.com

STAGE

Disney’s Beauty & The Beast JR. 2pm, 7pm •

Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts, Menomonie • The Disney animated classic brought to life on stage. Themed kids activities downstairs in the theatre prior to show. $12, $8 Students • 231-7529 • menomonietheaterguild.org

Wild West Murder Mystery 5-10pm • The Willow Events & Catering, Chippewa Falls • A night of mystery and murder at the Deadwood Saloon. Ticket price includes dinner, access to a cash bar, and the chance to catch a killer. $50 Per Person • 21+ • 379-1245 • eventbrite.com

Disney’s Beauty & The Beast JR. 2pm, 7pm • Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts, Menomonie • The Disney animated classic brought to life on stage. Themed kids activities downstairs in the theatre prior to show. $12, $8 Students • 231-7529

• menomonietheaterguild.org

Arborophilia 7:30-9:15pm • The Grand Theatre, Eau Claire • A quirky little comedy play about a girl in unrequited love with a tree. Written by Jacob M. Appel and directed by Logan Toftness. $20 • 12+ • fb.me/e/3uEgRQPnv

VISUAL ART

Artist Market of Eau Claire 7:30am-1pm • Phoenix Park, Eau Claire • Stroll the paths of Phoenix Park as local Artists and Makers display their handmade goods. FREE • All Ages • 8550090 • tangledupinhue.com/artist-market/

WELLNESS

2022 Women’s Conference - Confidence and Empowerment 10am-1pm • Witt Park Pavilion, Bloomer • 3 hours of praise, worship, speakers, music, friendship time, and more. Lunch & snacks provided. Pre-register. FREE • 15+ • +7154040636 • bloomerumc.com/pow

Sunday, August 14

CAR SHOW

2nd Annual Car Show 1pm • Dixon’s Autumn Harvest Winery, Chippewa Falls • A day full of great cars, cold drinks, and delicious food. Live music from 1-4pm, food truck until 5pm. Awards at 4pm. Judging 1-3pm. autumnharvestwinery.com

COMMUNITY

Praise in the Park 10-11am

• Phoenix Park • Five ELCA churches in Eau Claire come together =to lead outdoor worship and music. BYO coffee, blankets, and chairs. FREE • All Ages • facebook.com/praiseintheparkec

FESTIVALS & SPECIAL EVENTS

St. James Summer Fest 8am • St. James the Greater, Eau Claire • Car show (8am), live music (12-4pm), grilled chicken dinner (11am-1pm), kids games, raffles, silent auction, cornhole, concessions, and more. FREE • 835-5887 • stjameseauclaire.org

Carson Park Experience noon-5pm • Carson Park, Eau Claire • Summer fun and activities, museums, food trucks, music, beer gardens, Chippewa Valley Railroad, and Eau Claire Express games. 834-7871 • visiteauclaire.com/carsonpark

US Open Chainsaw Sculpture Championship 10am-4pm • Carson Park, Eau Claire • The world’s best chainsaw carvers will compete for prizes creating unique works of art from 8-foot logs at the Wisconsin Logging Museum. $3.50-25 • visiteauclaire.com

FOOD & DRINK

Annual Men’s Charcoal Chicken & Sweet Corn Dinner 11am-2pm • English Lutheran Church of Bateman, Chippewa Falls • Eat in or take out. Playground for the kids. Raffle drawing at 2pm. All proceeds go to the Playground & Pavilion Project. $11 for 1/4 Chicken and $15 for 1/2 chicken • All Ages • 723-4231 • elcbateman.org

GAMES & HOBBIES

Park, Eau Claire • Historical craftsmen demonstrations, tractor pull, showcase of a rare Phoenix Log Hauler, antique & classic car show, pancake breakfast (Sat & Sun), and more. $10 admission, FREE for 12 and under • facebook.com/ events/1633356073715908

MUSIC

Music at the Museum 1-2:30pm • Chippewa Valley Museum, Eau Claire • BYO Chairs and blankets to enjoy live regional music traditions on the museum grounds. FREE • All Ages • cvmuseum.com

Live Music at Wissota High Shores Supper Club 4pm • Wissota High Shores Supper Club, Chippewa Falls • Live music on the outdoor pavilion, at this supper club. FREE • wissotahighshores.com

NIGHTLIFE

Dj Trivia at the Brass Lantern 3-5pm • Chippewa Falls • General knowledge trivia. FREE • 21+ • facebook.com/brasslanternpubandgrill

Disney’s Beauty & The Beast JR. 7pm • Mabel Tainter Center for the Arts, Menomonie • The Disney animated classic brought to life on stage. Themed kids activities downstairs in the theatre prior to show. $12, $8 Students • 231-7529 • menomonietheaterguild.org

WELLNESS

Slow Down Sundays 10am-2pm • Farm to Fork, Mondovi • Peaceful yoga, breath or energy work, family friendly fun, and a plant-based food menu. Varies • farmtoforkretreat.com/pizza-nights

FITNESS

YMCA Fitness at the Riverfront - Circuits

6-6:45am • Riverfront Park, Chippewa Falls • A fun, challenging and motivating way to start your week off strong. FREE • 12+ or 8-11 with adult • 723-2201 • ymca-cv.org/groupexercise

FOOD & DRINK

Beer Vs. Wine Dinner 6:30-8:30pm • Bye the Willow, Chippewa Falls • Four courses paired with four wines and four beers, you decide which pairs better. $65 • volumeonetickets.org

MUSIC

Kickin’ it Country Summer Concert Series

6:30pm • Prevea Amphitheater at River Prairie Park, Altoona • Country music, food trucks, art vendors, and more. Grab your lawn chairs and get ready to kick it. FREE • facebook.com/kickinitcountrysummerconcertseries

NIGHTLIFE

Dj Trivia at Dean & Sue’s Bar 7-9pm • Menomonie • General knowledge trivia. FREE • 21+ • facebook.com

Dj Trivia at Bowl Winkles 7-9pm • Eau Claire • General knowledge trivia. FREE • 21+ • facebook.com/BowlWinkles

WORDS

Patti See: Happy Hour with the Author 6-7pm • Bloomer Brewing Company, Bloomer • Join Patti

Sunday Pool Tournament 12:45pm

• Zymurgy Brewing, Menomonie • Single 8-ball Valley Rules. Double Elimination. Payouts: Top two or three participants take money home depending on number of platers. $20 • 21+

MUSEUMS & HISTORY

58th Annual Pioneer Days 7am-5pm

• Pioneer

Aug. 13 • Zymurgy Brewing • 6pm-midnight • $10-25

Zymurgy’s third annual death metal festival. Headlining is Glutton for Punishment. Featuring Pitlord, Ancient Entities, Coffin Rites, Dead Soul Symphony, Brodwar, and Torment.

Aug. 15 • Bye the Willow • 6:30-8:30pm • $65

Four courses are paired with four wines and four beers, you get to decide which one pairs better. Glazed smoked salmon appetizer, smoked chicken Waldorf salad, blackened shrimp scampi with garlic bread, and salted caramel bread pudding dessert.

Aug. 17 at The View & Aug. 18 at The Brickhouse • $10adv

Dina’s style involves a subdued delivery with dark observations about her life and Arab upbringing. She has performed on Comedy Central, CONAN, and a number of comedy festivals.

Aug. 27 • Autumn Harvest Winery • 11am-5pm • $10-52

Back40 will offer Charcoal Chicken, Dinner Rolls, and 2 sides to pick from with your order: potato salad, watermelon, or corn on the cob! Purchase your tickets for enjoying your picnic on site, or select our TO GO option for easy pick-up!

SCHUETZY’S MUSIC JUBILEE

Aug. 27 • Schuetzy’s Tavern • 1-11pm • $25 adv

Featuring Adam Pearce (as seen on NBC’s The Voice), Celebrating the Music of *PRINCE!* LIVE! with Chase & Ovation, and The Gators. Beer tent and bar. Event will be held rain or shine. Bring your own chair. Parking across the street. Camping available.

FOUR-COURSE BEER PAIRING DINNER

Sep. 1 • 29 Pines • 6-8pm • $50 adv

Coconut Pineapple Shrimp Kabobs, Buffalo Bacon Ranch Wedge Salad, and the main course is a marinated beef tenderloin with asparagus and forbidden rice.

ROCK THE DOGHOUSE

Sep. 10 • Eau Claire North High School • noon-8pm • $20

A music festival that supports the Northernaires Show Choir. Musical acts, food trucks, vendor area, and kids play area.

CHIPPEWA VALLEY ROLLER DERBY PRESENTS: ANNUAL BRUISE-A-THON TOURNAMENT

Sep. 10 • Hobbs Ice Arena • 2-7pm • $10 adv

The CVRD is back in action with a 4-game tournament. Trackside and bleacher seating is available.

CHECK OUT THESE EVENTS AND MORE AT: VOLUMEONE.ORG/TICKETS

See, author of “Here on Lake Hallie: In Praise of Barflies, Fix-it-Guys and other Folks in Our Hometown.” FREE • bloomerbrewingco.com

Tuesday, August 16

COMEDY

The Lakely Presents: Clear Water Comedy

5-10pm • Together Farms, Mondovi • Together

Farms hosts a family friendly comedy night. $20 in advance, $25 at the door • All Ages • 210-4740 • togetherfarms.com/calendar

Stand-Up Comedian Dina Hashem Live 7pm • The View on Lake Wissota, Chippewa Falls • Dina’s style involves a subdued delivery with dark observations about her life and Arab upbringing. $10 adv, $15 door • volumeonetickets.org

Open Mic Night 8:30-11pm • The Lakely, Eau Claire • Welcoming musicians, comedians, improv, spoken word, and more. Hit the stage or watch. Show is free, but come thirsty. FREE • thelakely.com

FARMERS MARKETS

Eau Claire County Government Center

Farmers’ Market 11:30am-3:30pm • Eau Claire County Government Center Outside Door C12E • FREE • All Ages • 492-4678 • eauclairewi.gov

FITNESS

YMCA Fitness at the Riverfront - Yoga

5:30-6:30pm • Riverfront Park, Chippewa Falls

• Shed distractions and explore the essentials of breathing, posture, and basic yoga poses. FREE • 12+, or 8-11 w/ adult • 723-2201 • ymca-cv.org/ groupexercise

FOOD & DRINK

Cookout in the Country Fundraiser 6pm • The Heyde Center for the Arts, Chippewa Falls • A charcoal chicken dinner from Karl’s BBQ Express, music, and beverages served in the scenic White’s Wildwood Retreat. $45 • cvca.net

MUSIC

Tuesday Night Bues 6:30-8:30pm • Owen Park

Bandshell, Eau Claire • Every Tuesday night in summer your favorite local and regional blues singers play at the Owen Park Bandshell. Free admission, family friendly. FREE • All Ages • chippewavalleyblues.com/tnb

NIGHTLIFE

Dj Trivia at 29 Pines 7-9pm • Eau Claire • General knowledge trivia. FREE • 21+ • facebook. com/29PinesRestaurant

DJ Trivia at the Growler Guys 7:30-9pm • Eau Claire • General knowledge trivia. FREE • 21+ • facebook.com/TheGrowlerGuysEauClaire

Dj Trivia at the Sandbar and Grill 7:30-9pm • Chippewa Falls • General knowledge trivia. FREE • 21+ • facebook.com/SandBarandGrillLLC

Dj Trivia at the Stout Craft Company 7-9pm • Stout Craft Co., Menomonie • General knowledge trivia. FREE • 21+ • facebook.com/StoutCraftCo

RUN/WALK EVENTS

19th Annual Hike for the Homeless 5-8pm • River Prairie Center, Altoona • Benefiting the Beacon House. Hiking, refreshments, music, activities, and more. $30 for 13+, FREE for 12 and under • All Ages • 834-4357 • familypromisecv. org/hike-for-the-homeless

SENIORS

Planning AHEAD for the End of this Life 11amnoon • Chippewa Falls Public Library, Chippewa Falls • Planning AHEAD is a 7-session course (one hour each) that guides participants through topics surrounding the end of life. FREE • 7231146 • chippewafallslibrary.org

Wednesday, August 17

CAUSES

Thrivent Cans Hunger for Altoona Compassion Coalition 4:30-6:30pm • Hobbs Ice Center Parking Lot, Altoona • Collecting toilet paper, canned fruit, mac & cheese, Ramen, and cereal. The first 75 cars will receive a free brat/hot dog dinner for 4 to go. FREE

COMEDY

Together Farms presents Comedy Night

CRAFTING & MAKING

Watercolor Workshop 9am-3pm • Wise Nature Center, Beaver Creek Reserve, Fall Creek • Watercolor Workshop with Tara Sweeney sponsored by the Chippewa Valley Watercolor Artists. $90 total - 2 day workshop • 21+ • (920) 255-8699

DIY Cut Flower Bouquet Workshop 5-7pm • Wisconsin Makers Market, Eau Claire • Learn basic bouquet design techniques. Create your own colorful bouquet from blooms grown locally at Sandhill Echoes Flower Farm. $45 • 514-4040 • wisconsinmakersmarket.com/collections/workshops

FARMERS MARKETS

Menomonie Farmer’s Market 10am-6pm • Wilson Park • Support your local farmers, bakers, makers and artists. Live music, hot lunches and fun. FREE • All Ages • 641-0050 • menomoniefam.org

FITNESS

YMCA Fitness at the Riverfront - Cardio/Kick 9-9:45am • Riverfront Park, Chippewa Falls • Combines martial arts techniques with fast-paced cardio. FREE • 12+, Ages 8-11 w/adult • 7232201 • ymca-cv.org/groupexercise

Free Summer Zumba Series at Riverfront Park 6-6:45pm • Riverfront Park, Chippewa Falls

• Join local YMCA Zumba instructors Cindy Peterson, Tara Lemke, and Lauren Haack for some fitness fun under the sun. FREE • All Ages

FOOD & DRINK

Grand Evening on the Bridge 5-8pm • Grand Avenue Footbridge, Eau Claire • A multi-course meal with beverage pairings served on the Grand Avenue bridge. Food from Houligans, The Informalist, and 3rd & Vine. $100/person, $175/ couple, $80/table of 6 • visiteauclaire.com

MUSIC

Music On The Plaza Concert Series 5:306:30pm • River Prairie Park, Altoona • Before the Rock’n on the River Concert each night, enjoy another hour of music on Front Porch Plaza. FREE • visiteauclaire.com

Rock’n on the River Summer Concert Series 6:30pm • River Prairie Park, Altoona • Rock’n live music, food trucks, and plenty of family fun. FREE • facebook.com/rocknontheriversummerconcertseries

NIGHTLIFE

Dj Trivia at Westside Bar & Grill 7:30-9pm • Eau Claire • General knowledge trivia. FREE • 21+ • facebook.com/westsidebarandgrillec

DJ Trivia at the Market 7:30-9pm • The Market, Menomonie • General knowledge trivia. FREE • 21+ • facebook.com/themarket3

RECREATION

Pure Water Paddlers Wednesday Social Paddle 6:30-8:30pm • Different Locations Weekly

• A social organize of paddling enthusiasts that hosts weekly boating outings for all level. FREE • All Ages • purewaterpaddlers.com

WELLNESS

Safety & Strength 1:30-3pm • Family Support Center • A confidential group that works to nurture connections between protective parents & youth affected by family violence. Pre-register. FREE • All Ages • 723-1138 • FamilySupportCenterCF.com

COMEDY

Stand-Up Comedian Dina Hashem Live 7:309:30pm • The Brickhouse, Eau Claire • Dina’s style involves a subdued delivery with dark observations about her life and Arab upbringing. $10 adv, $15 door • volumeonetickets.org

COMMUNITY

Max’s BIG BIKER BASH & Memorial Ride

4pm • Bobville Talent Park, Eau Claire • A biker party featuring live music, karaoke, food trucks, door prizes, raffles, petting, zoo, camping, and more. $15-40 • All Ages • 564-9631 • eventbrite.com

CRAFTING & MAKING

Watercolor Workshop 9am3pm • Wise Nature Center, Beaver Creek Reserve, Fall Creek • Watercolor Workshop with Tara Sweeney sponsored by the Chippewa Valley Watercolor Artists. $90 total - 2 day workshop • 21+ • (920) 255-8699 • lindamerryart@gmail.com

FARMERS MARKETS

Chippewa Falls Farmers Market noon-6pm • Allen Park, Chippewa Falls • All Ages • chippewafallsmainst.org/farmers-market.html

FITNESS

YMCA Fitness at the Riverfront- Strong Mind & Body 4:30-5:15pm • Riverfront Park, Chippewa Falls • A group fitness class that combines martial arts techniques with fast-paced cardio. FREE • 12+, Ages 8-11 w/adult • ymca-cv.org/ groupexercise

Prenatal Yoga 6:30-7:30pm • Lake Wissota Family Chiropractic Studio, Chippewa Falls • This class will help you reduce the discomforts of pregnancy, prepare for labor, and maintain tone. $15 • lakewissotachiropractic.com

FOOD & DRINK

Charcoal Chicken N’ Corn Feed Fundraiser

3:30-6pm • Chippewa Falls Senior Center, Chippewa Falls • Menu features 1/4 chicken, 2 cobs of corn, 1 huge baked potato, homemade baked beans, 1 dinner roll, and 1 dessert & beverage.

$10

Burger Night on the Farm 4-8pm • Together Farms, Mondovi • A unique, casual night on a small Wisconsin family farm. Fresh, grilled 100% grass-fed beef burgers. All Ages • 210-4740 • togetherfarms.com/calendar

Pizza + Open Mic Nights 5-9pm • Farm to Fork, Mondovi • Pizza and music night hosted by the Rock Creek Song Dogs. Open mic 6-9pm. FREE • All Ages • dancingyarrow.com

Teen Night at Evolving Wellness 3-7pm

• Evolving Wellness, Eau Claire • A place of compassion, understanding, and kindness for teens. Taco bar at 4:30pm, and wellness activities at 5:30pm FREE • Ages 12-17

• evolvingwellness. org/teen-center

Free Community Screening: The Real Faces of Human Trafficking 6-7:15pm • Fierce Freedom, Altoona • Check out Fierce Freedom’s film The Real Faces of Human Trafficking, which tells the story of two individual. Discussion to follow. FREE • 12+ • 514-2890 • fiercefreedom.org

Two Rivers 6-9pm • Foster’s Fireside, Osseo • Sue Orfield, Randy Sinz, Gregg Wheeler & Tommy Wieseler, play old country, swing, bluegrass, and more. FREE • All Ages • 597-6605 • fostersfireside.com

Sounds Like Summer Concert Series: Irie Sol + Dames w/ Vicky Yang 6pm • Phoenix Park, Eau Claire • Irie Sol delivers authentic Jamaican-style rap/chat over blazing bebop horns, soaring soulful melodies and tight drum and bass. Dames is a country-folk trio that takes a collaborative approach to music-making. 6pm opening act: Vicky Yang. FREE • All Ages • volumeone.org/sites/concerts

NIGHTLIFE

DJ Trivia at Kat’s Pourhouse 7-9pm • Elk Mound • General knowledge trivia. FREE • 21+ • facebook.com/ KatsPourhouse

Dj Trivia at the Chippewa River Distillery

7-9pm • Chippewa Falls • General knowledge trivia. FREE • 21+ • facebook.com

Dj Trivia at the Sandbar & Grill 7:30-9pm • Chippewa Falls • General knowledge trivia. FREE • 21+ • facebook.com/SandBarandGrillLLC

DJ Trivia at the Maple Manor 7:30-9pm • Eau Claire • General knowledge trivia. FREE • 21+ • facebook.com/MapleManorEC

WELLNESS

Strength In Numbers noon-1pm • Family Support Center • A virtual group for survivors of interpersonal violence. Email to learn more. FREE • 18+ • 723-1138 • FamilySupportCenterCF.com

Friday, August 19

CAR SHOW

Big Rig Truck Show Rock Falls Raceway, Eau Claire • Semi drag racing, big rig truck displays, light parade, trade show, food vendors, and the new Shockwave Jet Truck. $12/weekend or $70 camping pass • bigrigtruckshows.com

3rd Annual Slingshot Overnighter Meet/Greet Staybridge Suites Eau Claire - Altoona, Altoona • An overnight meet/green with other slingshot owners. More rides, more LEDs, more fun. ihg. com

COMMUNITY

Max’s BIG BIKER BASH & Memorial Ride

10am • Bobville Talent Park, Eau Claire • A biker party featuring live music, karaoke, food trucks, door prizes, raffles, petting, zoo, camping, and more. $15-40 • All Ages • 564-9631 • eventbrite. com

FITNESS

Vance Hyundai and Chippewa Valley Mazda •

Every Friday is Food Truck Friday at Ken Vance Hyundai and Chippewa Valley Mazda

Leinie Lodge Food Trucks noon-7pm • Leinenkugel’s, Chippewa Falls • Leinie’s Lodge hosts food trucks from May through October, Fri & Sat. facebook.com/Leinenkugelsleinielodge

Burger Night on the Farm 4-8pm • Together Farms, Mondovi • A unique, casual night on a small Wisconsin family farm. Fresh, grilled 100% grass-fed beef burgers. All Ages • 210-4740 • togetherfarms.com/calendar

Friday Night Games 7pm • Clairemont Comics, Eau Claire • Welcomes all board game players of all ages and skill levels. Games available, with people to teach you how to play. FREE • All Ages • (651) 230-0748 • facebook.com/groups/ECBGG

MOVIES

River Prairie Movie Nights: Clifford The Big

Red Dog + Jungle Cruise 9-11pm • River Prairie Park, Altoona • Movies begin at sunset (aprox 9pm) FREE admission • facebook.com

MUSIC

2 Nights of Dark Star Orchestra The Pines Music Park • The Dark Star Orchestra celebrates the Grateful Dead Experience. Campsites available, carry in food and drink allowed. Starts at $99/person • 602-4440 • pinesmusicpark.com/ darkstarorchestra

Live Music and Food Night at The Barn at Copper Creek 5-9pm • The Barn at Copper Creek, Menomonie • Live music and food night in a beautifully restored barn from 5-9 pm, featuring rotating food vendors. Please check Facebook page for me Free, food and drink available for purchase • All Ages • 308-4434 • facebook.com/ barnatcoppercreek

Live Music at Vino Cappuccino 5:30-7:30pm • Vino Cappuccino, Elk Mound • Live music on the patio at Vino Cappuccino. Enjoy authentic wood-

Teen Anxiety Group 6-7pm

• Eau Claire • Learn about life-long coping skills, navigating difficult conversations, setting healthy boundaries, selfcare, etc. $30/meeting or $115 if paid in full by 7/15 • Ages 12-17 • 737-9222 • genuinewayfamilytherapy.com/events

YMCA Fitness at the Riverfront - Walk for your Wellbeing 10:45-11:30am • Riverfront Park, Chippewa Falls • A walk that will leave you feeling energized and excited to start your weekend. FREE • 12+, 8-11 w/adult • 723-2201 • ymca-cv.org/groupexercise

FOOD & DRINK

Food Truck Fridays at Ken Vance Hyundai and Chippewa Valley Mazda 11am-2pm • Ken fired pizza, local wines & beers, coffee, unique homemade desserts, and more. FREE • All Ages • 879-4157 • vinocappuccinobistro.com

Late Night Jazz at The Lakely: Sweater People 8:30-11:30pm • The Lakely, Eau Claire • Sweater People is an improvisatory musical trio and music production team based in Eau Claire FREE • All Ages • theoxbowhotel.com

SPECTATOR SPORTS

Races at Red Cedar Speedway 5pm • Red Cedar Speedway, Menomonie • Weekly stock car races. $15 GA, $10 student/senior/military, FREE for kids • All Ages • redcedarspeedway.com

STAGE

Arborophilia 7:30-9:15pm • The Grand Theatre, Eau Claire • A quirky little comedy play about a girl in unrequited love with a tree. Written by Jacob M. Appel and directed by Logan Toftness. $20 • 12+ • fb.me/e/3uEgRQPnv

Saturday, August 20

ANIMALS & PETS

Indianhead Kennel Club AKC All Breed Dogshow Northern WI State Fairgrounds, Chippewa Falls • AKC All Breed Dogshow. Conformation, Rally, Obedience, Barn Hunt competitions. Admission Fee Unknown • facebook.com/EauClaireIHKC

Big Rig Truck Show Rock Falls Raceway, Eau Claire • Semi drag racing, big rig truck displays, light parade, trade show, food vendors, and the new Shockwave Jet Truck. $12/weekend or $70 camping pass • bigrigtruckshows.com

3rd Annual Slingshot Overnighter Meet/Greet

Staybridge Suites Eau Claire - Altoona, Altoona • An overnight meet/green with other slingshot owners. More rides, more LEDs, more fun. ihg.com

COMMUNITY

Max’s BIG BIKER BASH & Memorial Ride

10am • Bobville Talent Park, Eau Claire • A biker party featuring live music, karaoke, food trucks, door prizes, raffles, petting, zoo, camping, and more. $15-40 • All Ages • 564-9631 • eventbrite. com

The Brewing Projekt 7.5th Anniversary Party noon-11pm • The Brewing Projekt, Eau Claire • Special beer releases, food trucks (12-9pm), custom made Van Dough Cookies from 3-8pm, live music (5-9pm), and finish the day with a Drag Show at 9pm. thebrewingprojekt.com

Menomonie Farmer’s Market 8am-2pm • Wilson Park • FREE • 641-0050 • menomoniefam.org

Cadott Farmer’s Market 9am-noon • Riverview Park located next to the Yellow River on Highway 27 • FREE • 703-3779 • facebook.com/Cad- ottFarmersMarket

FITNESS

Stretches & Sunshine Yoga & Mimosa Brunch

10:30am-noon • Princeton Valley Golf Course, Eau Claire • Soak up some rays while enjoying a relaxing, beginner-friendly yoga sequence. Followed by a light brunch and mimosas. $30 • 21+ • badintentionsyoga.com

FOOD & DRINK

Leinie Lodge Food Trucks noon-7pm • Leinenkugel’s, Chippewa Falls • Leinie’s Lodge hosts food trucks from May through October, Fri & Sat. facebook.com/Leinenkugelsleinielodge

Burger Night on the Farm noon-8pm • Together Farms, Mondovi • A unique, casual night on a small Wisconsin family farm. Fresh, grilled 100% grass-fed beef burgers. All Ages • 210-4740 • togetherfarms.com/calendar

Bloomer Beer & Wine Fest 1-5pm • Bloomer Fairgrounds • Ticket includes food, beer, and wine samples, prize drawings, and live music. $45 • facebook.com

Farm Tour at Together Farms 2-3:30pm • Together Farms, Mondovi • Explore and learn about Together Farms, a small family operated farm. $5, children 5 and under free • All Ages • 210-4740 • togetherfarms. com/calendar

2 Nights of Dark Star Orchestra

The Pines Music Park • The Dark Star Orchestra celebrates the Grateful Dead Experience. Campsites available, carry in food and drink allowed. Starts at $99/person • 602-4440 • pinesmusicpark.com/darkstarorchestra

Live Music at Vino Cappuccino 5:30-7:30pm

• Vino Cappuccino, Elk Mound • Live music on the patio. Enjoy authentic wood-fired pizza, local wines & beers, coffee, unique homemade desserts, and more. FREE • All Ages • 879-4157 • vinocappuccinobistro.com

Tom Petty Tribute 8pm • Heartbreakers Bar & Grill, Chippewa Falls • The music of Tom Petty at Heartbreakers. FREE

Late Night Jazz at The Lakely: Adam Nussbaum and Josh Gallagher Trio 8:30-11:30pm • The Lakely, Eau Claire • Minneapolis drummer Adam Nussbaum returns to Eau Claire for a night of jazz standards with Josh Gallagher on piano and Jeremy Boettcher on bass. FREE • All Ages • theoxbowhotel.com

OUTDOORS

Snapshot Day: Search for Invasive Species 9am • Hosted by Beaver Creek Reserve • WI’s largest community science event. FREE • beavercreekreserve.doubleknot.com

HDSA Team Hope Run/Walk 9am-noon • Carson Park - Pine Pavilion, Eau Claire • A run/walk with music and food that benefits the Huntington’s Disease Society of America. $20 Child Walkers, $25 Adult Walkers, $35 Runners • All Ages • (608)

Minneapolis indie trio

Bad Bad Hats are slated to headline a show on Aug. 26 at the Pablo Center at the Confluence.

698-8171 • hdsa.org/thwfoxvalley STAGE

Arborophilia 7:30-9:15pm • The Grand Theatre, Eau Claire • A quirky little comedy play about a girl in unrequited love with a tree. Written by Jacob M. Appel and directed by Logan Toftness. $20 • 12+ • fb.me/e/3uEgRQPnv

Artist Market of Eau Claire 7:30am-1pm • Phoenix Park, Eau Claire • Stroll the paths of Phoenix Park as local Artists and Makers display their handmade goods. FREE • All Ages • 855-0090 • tangledupinhue. com/artist-market/

Book Signing with Lynn Dehnke 2-4pm • Vino Cappuccino, Elk Mound • Meet local author Lynn Dehnke. Her newest book, Delayed Healing, brings words of comfort and encouragement for a difficult journey. FREE • All Ages

Indianhead Kennel Club AKC All Breed Dogshow • Northern WI State Fairgrounds, Chippewa Falls • AKC All Breed Dogshow. Conformation, Rally, Obedience, Barn Hunt competitions. Admission Fee Unknown • facebook.com/EauClaireIHKC

Eau Claire Exotic Pet Expo 11am-4pm • Eau Claire Expo Center, Eau Claire • The biggest exotic pet expo in the area. Deals on pet supplies, and pets from exotic breeders. $5/adult, $3/child (ages 4-12), kids 3 and under free • All Ages • exoticpetfairs.com

Praise in the Park 10-11am • Phoenix Park • Five ELCA churches in Eau Claire come together to lead outdoor worship and music. BYO coffee, blankets, and chairs. FREE • All Ages • facebook. com/praiseintheparkec

Monumental VBS 6-8pm • Cornerstone Christian Church, Eau Claire • Filled with Bible-learning experiences kids see, hear, and touch. Fun crafts, team-building games, bible songs, treats, and more. FREE • Ages 3-11 • 832-4624 • cornerstonechristian-ec.org

Music at the Museum 12:30-2:30pm • Chippewa Valley Museum, Eau Claire • BYO Chairs and blankets to enjoy live regional music traditions on the museum grounds. FREE • All Ages • 834-7871 • cvmuseum.com

Man2Man Band 2-6pm • The Chalet on Lake Wissota, Chippewa Falls • Enjoy an afternoon of great live music outdoors at The Chalet on Lake Wissota. FREE • 21+ • 726-1303 • jillbellec@ hotmail.com

Through The Kitchen Hole at Pioneer Grill and Saloon 3-7pm • Pioneer Grill & Saloon, Menomonie • Catch Eau Claire’s own Through The Kitchen Hole live FREE • pioneergrill.com

Live Music at Wissota High Shores Supper Club 4pm • Wissota High Shores Supper Club, Chippewa Falls • Live music on the outdoor pavilion, at this supper club. FREE • wissotahighshores.com

NIGHTLIFE

Dj Trivia at the Brass Lantern 3-5pm • The Brass Lantern Pub and Grill, Chippewa Falls • General knowledge trivia. FREE • 21+ • facebook.com/brasslanternpubandgrill

Slow Down Sundays 10am-2pm • Farm to Fork, Mondovi • Peaceful yoga, breath or energy work, family friendly fun, and a plant-based food menu. Varies • farmtoforkretreat.com/pizza-nights

YMCA Fitness at the Riverfront - Circuits 6-6:45am • Riverfront Park, Chippewa Falls • A fun, challenging and motivating way to start your week off strong. FREE • 12+ or 8-11 with adult • 723-2201 • ymca-cv.org/groupexercise

Sunday Pool Tournament 12:45pm

• Zymurgy Brewing, Menomonie • Single 8-ball Valley Rules. Double Elimination. Payouts: Top two or three participants take money home depending on number of platers. $20 • 21+

What Was Uniroyal? 5pm • Chippewa Falls

Public Library, Chippewa Falls • A historical look at the rise and fall of Eau Claire’s titan, the Uniroyal Tire Factory, 30 years after its closure. FREE • 723-1146 • chippewafallslibrary.org

MUSIC

Auditions for The Menomonie Singers 6-8pm • Christ Lutheran Church, Menomonie • The Menomonie Singers will conduct auditions for all four voice parts. FREE • 18 and up

Kickin’ it Country Summer Concert Series

6:30pm • Prevea Amphitheater at River Prairie Park, Altoona • Country music, food trucks, art vendors, and more. Grab your lawn chairs and get ready to kick it. FREE • facebook.com/kickinitcountrysummerconcertseries

NIGHTLIFE

Dj Trivia at Dean & Sue’s Bar 7-9pm • Menomonie • General knowledge trivia. FREE • 21+ • facebook.com

Dj Trivia at Bowl Winkles 7-9pm • Eau Claire • General knowledge trivia. FREE • 21+ • facebook.com/BowlWinkles

SENIORS

Exploring Dementia Caregiving 10:30am-noon • Shirley Doane Senior Center, Menomonie • This is a support group for Caregivers of someone living with dementia. Strategies, resources and support. FREE • 18+ • 944-8091 • cberscheit@ co.chippewa.wi.us

COMEDY

The Lakely Presents: Clear Water Comedy

Open Mic Night 8:30-11pm • The Lakely, Eau Claire • Welcoming musicians, comedians, improv, spoken word, and more. Hit the stage or watch. Show is free, but come thirsty. FREE • thelakely.com

FARMERS MARKETS

Eau Claire County Government Center

Farmers’ Market 11:30am-3:30pm • Eau Claire County Government Center Outside Door C12E • FREE • All Ages • 492-4678 • eauclairewi.gov

FITNESS

YMCA Fitness at the Riverfront - Yoga

5:30-6:30pm • Riverfront Park, Chippewa Falls

• FREE • 12+, or 8-11 w/ adult • 723-2201 • ymca-cv.org/groupexercise

MUSIC

EllieMays Nashville North comes to Dixons Apple Orchard 4:30-9pm • Dixons Apple Orchard, Cadott • Featuring EllieMay Kay, Brian Bethke Band, Kaiged Acoustic and Bryce Hedtke. $10 adv, $15 door, FREE for kids 12 and under • All Ages • nashvillenorthfallcreek.com

Auditions for The Menomonie Singers 6-8pm • Christ Lutheran Church, Menomonie • The Menomonie Singers will conduct auditions for all four voice parts. FREE • 18 and up • 505-3525 • themenomoniesingers@gmail.com

Tuesday Night Bues 6:30-8:30pm • Owen Park Bandshell, Eau Claire • Every Tuesday night in summer your favorite local and regional blues singers play at the Owen Park Bandshell. Free admission, family friendly. FREE • All Ages • chippewavalleyblues.com/tnb

NIGHTLIFE

DJ Trivia at the Growler Guys 7:30-9pm • Eau Claire • General knowledge trivia. FREE • 21+ • facebook.com/TheGrowlerGuysEauClaire

Dj Trivia at the Sandbar and Grill 7:30-9pm

• Chippewa Falls • General knowledge trivia. FREE • 21+ • facebook.com/SandBarand-

GrillLLC

Dj Trivia at the Stout Craft Company 7-9pm • Stout Craft Co., Menomonie • General knowledge trivia. FREE • 21+ • facebook.com/StoutCraftCo

SENIORS

Planning AHEAD for the End of this Life 11amnoon • Chippewa Falls Public Library, Chippewa Falls • Planning AHEAD is a 7-session course (one hour each) that guides participants through topics surrounding the end of life. FREE • 7231146 • chippewafallslibrary.org

ANIMALS & PETS

14th Annual Chippewa Falls Dog Swim 4-7pm

• Bernard F Willi Community Pool ,Bridgewater Avenue, Chippewa Falls, WI • Held at Bernard F Willi Community Pool in Chippewa Falls. $5/dog • 577-0070 • happytailsdogpark.org

FARMERS MARKETS

Menomonie Farmer’s Market 10am-6pm • Wilson Park • FREE • All Ages • 641-0050 • menomoniefam.org

FITNESS

YMCA Fitness at the Riverfront - Cardio/Kick

9-9:45am • Riverfront Park, Chippewa Falls • Combines martial arts techniques with fast-paced cardio. FREE • 12+, Ages 8-11 w/adult • 7232201 • ymca-cv.org/groupexercise

YMCA Fitness at the Riverfront- Zumba 67pm • Riverfront Park, Chippewa Falls • Take the “work” out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. FREE • 12+, Ages 8-11 w/adult • 723-2201 • ymca-cv.org/ groupexercise

MOVIES

UWEC Summer Cinema 8pm • Haas Fine Arts Center, West Lawn, Eau Claire • Movies screened outdoors in the Haas Fine Arts Lawn. FREE • uwec.edu

MUSIC

Hans and Jan Duo 5-8pm • 200 Main - Art and Wine, Eau Claire • Hans and Jan Duo is brought to you by The Sessions hosted by Janny Trumpet.

Listen and enjoy conversations while drinking the best wine in town. FREE • 200mainec.com

Music On The Plaza Concert Series 5:306:30pm • River Prairie Park, Altoona • Before the Rock’n on the River Concert each night, enjoy another hour of music on Front Porch Plaza. FREE • visiteauclaire.com

Durand Music in the Park 6-9pm • Memorial Park, Durand • BYO lawn chair, and don’t forget your dancing shoes. FREE • All Ages • durandimprovementgroup.org/Events.html

Gemini Syndrome w/ Cultus Black & The Nocturnal Affair 6pm • Every Buddy’s Bar, Chippewa Falls • Gemini Syndrome plays alternative metal. Cultus Black is a dramatic deathcore/Nu-metal crossover. Nocturnal Affair is an alternative/ dark rock project. $25adv, $30 week of • 21+ • facebook.com

Rock’n on the River Summer Concert Series

6:30pm • River Prairie Park, Altoona • Rock’n live music, food trucks, and plenty of family fun. FREE • facebook.com/rocknontheriversummerconcertseries

NIGHTLIFE

Dj Trivia at Westside Bar & Grill 7:30-9pm • Eau Claire • General knowledge trivia. FREE • 21+ • facebook.com/westsidebarandgrillec

DJ Trivia at the Market 7:30-9pm • Menomonie • General knowledge trivia. FREE • 21+ • facebook.com/themarket3

RECREATION

Pure Water Paddlers Wednesday Social Paddle 6:30-8:30pm • Different Locations Weekly • A social organize of paddling enthusiasts that hosts weekly boating outings for all level. FREE • All Ages • purewaterpaddlers.com

WELLNESS

Safety & Strength 1:30-3pm • Family Support Center • A confidential group that works to nurture connections between protective parents & youth affected by family violence. Pre-register. FREE • All Ages • FamilySupportCenterCF.com

You + Your Chakras 5-7pm • Wisconsin Makers Market, Eau Claire • Find positive, productive ways to deal with your mental health issues while you unblock and align your Chakras. $35 • 5144040 • wisconsinmakersmarket.com

CAUSES

End of Summer Social to Benefit The Free Clinic 5:30-8:30pm • Cottage Winery & Vineyard,

Dj Trivia at 29 Pines 7-9pm

• Eau Claire • General knowledge trivia. FREE • 21+ • facebook. com/29PinesRestaurant

Menomonie • Music, food, live music (Jim Herrick & Friends) and fun to benefit the Free Clinic fundraiser. $50/person or $400 for 8 person table • menomoniefreeclinic.ticketspice.com

FARMERS MARKETS

Chippewa Falls Farmers Market noon-6pm • Allen Park, Chippewa Falls • All Ages • chippewafallsmainst.org/farmers-market.html

FITNESS

YMCA Fitness at the Riverfront- Strong Mind & Body 4:30-5:15pm • Riverfront Park, Chippewa Falls • Group fitness class that combines martial arts techniques with fast-paced cardio. FREE • 12+, Ages 8-11 w/adult • ymca-cv.org

Prenatal Yoga 6:30-7:30pm • Lake Wissota Family Chiropractic Studio, Chippewa Falls • This class will help you reduce the discomforts of pregnancy, prepare for labor, and maintain tone. $15 • lakewissotachiropractic.com

FOOD & DRINK

Burger Night on the Farm 4-8pm • Together Farms, Mondovi • A unique, casual night on a small Wisconsin family farm. Fresh, grilled 100% grass-fed beef burgers. All Ages • 210-4740 • togetherfarms.com/calendar

Pizza + Open Mic Nights 5-9pm • Farm to Fork, Mondovi • Pizza and music night hosted by the Rock Creek Song Dogs. Open mic 6-9pm. FREE • All Ages • dancingyarrow.com

MUSIC

Music on the Patio at Artisan Forge Studios

5-7pm • Sweet Driver Cafe & Chocolates (Inside Artisan Forge Studios), Eau Claire • Outdoor music at Artisan Forge. Dinner, beverages, and sweets available from Sweet Driver Cafe. FREE • All Ages • 514-2883 • sweetdriverchocolates.com

Sounds Like Summer Concert Series: FM Down + The Over Unders w/ Emma West 6pm • Phoenix Park, Eau Claire • FM Down is loud, unabashed rock and roll; pure and simple. The Over Unders are an Eau Claire based rock band. 6pm opening act: Emma West FREE • All Ages • volumeone.org/sites/concerts

NIGHTLIFE

DJ Trivia at Kat’s Pourhouse 7-9pm • Elk Mound • General knowledge trivia. FREE • 21+ •

facebook.com/KatsPourhouse

Dj Trivia at the Chippewa River Distillery

7-9pm • Chippewa Falls • General knowledge trivia. FREE • 21+ • facebook.com

Dj Trivia at the Sandbar & Grill 7:30-9pm • Chippewa Falls • General knowledge trivia. FREE • 21+ • facebook.com/SandBarandGrillLLC

DJ Trivia at the Maple Manor 7:30-9pm • Eau Claire • General knowledge trivia. FREE • 21+ • facebook.com/MapleManorEC

SENIORS

Bridging Memories 10am-1:30pm • Kamp Kenwood, Chippewa Falls • For people living with dementia and their caregiver/family. Enjoy activities and make fun family memories. Food, nature walks, music, pontoon rides. FREE, registration required • co.chippewa.wi.us

Planning AHEAD for the End of this Life 11amnoon • Chippewa Falls Public Library, Chippewa Falls • Planning AHEAD is a 7-session course (one hour each) that guides participants through topics surrounding the end of life. FREE • 7231146 • chippewafallslibrary.org

WELLNESS

Strength In Numbers noon-1pm • Family Support Center • A virtual group for survivors of interpersonal violence. Email to learn more. FREE • 18+ • 723-1138 • FamilySupportCenterCF.com

WORDS

Patti See: Happy Hour with the Author 6-7pm • Chippewa Falls Public Library, Chippewa Falls • Join Patti See, author of “Here on Lake Hallie: In Praise of Barflies, Fix-it-Guys and Other Folks in Our Hometown.” FREE • chippewafallslibrary. org

FITNESS org/groupexercise

YMCA Fitness at the Riverfront - Walk for your Wellbeing 10:45-11:30am • Riverfront Park, Chippewa Falls • A 45-minute walk through Riverfront Park that will leave you feeling energized and excited to start your weekend. FREE • 12+, 8-11 w/adult • 723-2201 • ymca-cv.

FOOD & DRINK

Food Truck Fridays at Ken Vance Hyundai and Chippewa Valley Mazda 11am-2pm • Ken Vance Hyundai and Chippewa Valley Mazda • Every Friday is Food Truck Friday at Ken Vance Hyundai and Chippewa Valley Mazda

Leinie Lodge Food Trucks noon-7pm • Leinenkugel’s, Chippewa Falls • Leinie’s Lodge hosts food trucks from May through October, Fri & Sat. No event on 4/29 and 6/18. facebook.com/Leinenkugelsleinielodge

Burger Night on the Farm 4-8pm • Together Farms, Mondovi • A unique, casual night on a small Wisconsin family farm. Fresh, grilled 100% grass-fed beef burgers. All Ages • 210-4740 • togetherfarms.com/calendar

GAMES & HOBBIES

Friday Night Games 7pm • Clairemont Comics, Eau Claire • Welcomes all board game players of all ages and skill levels. Games available, with people to teach you how to play. FREE • All Ages • (651) 230-0748 • facebook.com/groups/ECBGG

Live Music at Vino Cappuccino 5:30-7:30pm • Vino Cappuccino, Elk Mound • Live music on the patio at Vino Cappuccino. Enjoy authentic woodfired pizza, local wines & beers, coffee, unique homemade desserts, and more. FREE • All Ages • 879-4157 • vinocappuccinobistro.com

Bad Bad Hats 7:30pm • Pablo Center at the Confluence, Eau Claire • Bad Bad Hats are an indie rock trio from Minneapolis, Minnesota. Known for bringing a joyful, exuberant presence to their live shows. $20+ • pablocenter.org

Late Night Jazz at The Lakely: Watkins + Evans + DeBlaey 8:30-11:30pm • The Lakely, Eau Claire • Fresh-faced friends with old souls, featuring your favorite jazz standards and selections from the Great American Songbook. FREE • All Ages • theoxbowhotel.com

Northwoods Starfest 2022 Hobbs Observatory, Fall Creek • A regional star party attended by amateur astronomers from Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Illinois, and Michigan. Registration is required. $95 before 8/12, $105 after ($75 students) FREE for child under 5 • cvastro.org

Wisconsin Sport Show - Fall Edition 3-8pm • Chippewa Valley Expo Center, Eau Claire • Outdoor recreation expo. Retails booths, demos, trout pond, petting zoo, hunting fishing, ice houses, beer garden, concessions, exhibits, and prizes. $7 Advance $10 Door, kids 11 and under FREE • All Ages • 579-7127 • WiSportShow.com

Menomonie Farmer’s Market 8am-2pm • Wilson Park • FREE • 641-0050 • menomoniefam.org

Cadott Farmer’s Market 9am-noon • Riverview Park located next to the Yellow River on Highway 27 • FREE • facebook.com/CadottFarmersMarket

FOOD & DRINK

Leinie Lodge Food Trucks noon-7pm • Leinenkugel’s, Chippewa Falls • Leinie’s Lodge hosts food trucks from May through October, Fri & Sat. No event on 4/29 and 6/18. facebook.com/Leinenkugelsleinielodge

Burger Night on the Farm noon-8pm • Together Farms, Mondovi • A unique, casual night on a small Wisconsin family farm. Fresh, grilled 100% grass-fed beef burgers. All Ages • 210-4740 • togetherfarms.com/calendar

Picnic at the Winery - Charcoal Chicken

Dinner 11am-5pm • Autumn Harvest Winery, Chippewa Falls • Back40 will offer Charcoal Chicken, Dinner Rolls, and 2 sides. • autumnharvestwinery.com

Farm Tour at Together Farms 2-3:30pm • Together Farms, Mondovi • Explore and learn about Together Farms, a small family operated farm. $5, children 5 and under free • All Ages • 210-4740 • togetherfarms.com/calendar

MUSIC

Clearwater Jazz and Art Festival noon-8pm •

The Brewing Projekt, Eau Claire • 10 local jazz bands perform outdoors between two stages, all day. Art vendors, food trucks, gelato, beer, and music. FREE • All Ages • 225-8390 • facebook. com/ClearwaterJazzAndArtFestival

Schuetzy’s Music Jubilee 1-11pm • Schuetzy’s Tavern, Chippewa Falls • Celebrating the Music of *PRINCE!* LIVE! with Chase & Ovation, Adam Pearce (as seen on NBC’s “The Voice”), and The Gators. Beer tent & bar, BYO chair. $25 adv, $30 door • schuetzys.com

Live Music at Vino Cappuccino 5:30-7:30pm •

Vino Cappuccino, Elk Mound • Live music on the patio at Vino Cappuccino. Enjoy authentic woodfired pizza, local wines & beers, coffee, unique homemade desserts, and more. FREE • All Ages • 879-4157 • vinocappuccinobistro.com

Late Night Jazz at The Lakely: Paul Hecht

Trio 8:30-11:30pm • The Lakely, Eau Claire • Paul Hecht brings a wide musical curiosity and a commitment to jazz traditions in the piano/keyboard trio format. FREE • All Ages • theoxbowhotel.com

OPEN HOUSES & SHOPPING

Summer Junk Market at Down to Earth 9am3pm • Down To Earth Garden Center, Eau Claire • Wander through a junk market of vendors selling “rusty crusty”, collector pieces, antique jewelry, vintage items, and more. downtoearthgardencenter.com

RECREATION

Northwoods Starfest 2022 Hobbs Observatory, Fall Creek • A regional star party attended by amateur astronomers from Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Illinois, and Michigan. Registration is required. $95 before 8/12, $105 after ($75 students) FREE for child under 5 • cvastro.org

Wisconsin Sport Show - Fall Edition 10am6pm • Chippewa Valley Expo Center, Eau Claire

• Outdoor recreation expo. Retails booths, demos, trout pond, petting zoo, hunting fishing, ice houses, beer garden, concessions, exhibits, and prizes. $7 Advance $10 Door, kids 11 and under FREE • All Ages • 579-7127 • WiSportShow.com

VISUAL ART

Artist Market of Eau Claire 7:30am-1pm • Phoenix Park, Eau Claire • Stroll the paths of Phoenix Park as local Artists and Makers display their handmade goods. FREE • All Ages • 8550090 • tangledupinhue.com/artist-market/

Praise in the Park 10-11am • Phoenix Park • Five ELCA churches in Eau Claire come together to lead outdoor worship and music. BYO coffee, blankets, and chairs. FREE • All Ages • facebook.com/praiseintheparkec

FOOD & DRINK

Summer Picnic at West Ridge noon-2pm • West Ridge Church, Eau Claire • A free picnic meal, inflatables, and lawn games. FREE • All Ages • 834-1930 • westridgechurch.us

GAMES & HOBBIES

Sunday Pool Tournament 12:45pm • Zymurgy Brewing, Menomonie • Single 8-ball Valley Rules. Double Elimination. Payouts: Top two or three participants take money home depending on number of platers. $20 • 21+

MUSIC

Through The Kitchen Hole at Pioneer Grill and Saloon 3-7pm • Pioneer Grill & Saloon, Menomonie • Catch Eau Claire’s own Through The Kitchen Hole live FREE • All Ages • pioneergrill.com

Live Music at Wissota High Shores Supper Club 4pm • Wissota High Shores Supper Club, Chippewa Falls • Live music on the outdoor pavilion, at this supper club. FREE • wissotahighshores.com

NIGHTLIFE

Dj Trivia at the Brass Lantern 3-5pm • Chip pewa Falls • General knowledge trivia. FREE • 21+ • facebook.com/brasslanternpubandgrill

OUTDOORS

Northwoods Starfest 2022 Hobbs Observatory, Fall Creek • A regional star party attended by amateur astronomers from Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Illinois, and Michigan. Registration is required. $95 before 8/12, $105 after ($75 students) FREE for child under 5 • cvastro.org

RECREATION

Wisconsin Sport Show - Fall Edition 10am4pm • Chippewa Valley Expo Center, Eau Claire • Outdoor recreation expo. Retails booths, demos, trout pond, petting zoo, hunting fishing, ice houses, beer garden, concessions, exhibits, and prizes. $7 Advance $10 Door, kids 11 and under FREE • All Ages • 579-7127 • WiSportShow.com

WELLNESS

Slow Down Sundays 10am-2pm • Farm to Fork, Mondovi • Peaceful yoga, breath or energy work, family friendly fun, and a plant-based food menu. Varies • farmtoforkretreat.com/ pizza-nights positive and upbeat personality, Bethany joins our clinic with over 17 years’ experience caring for all ages in a variety of settings. She has a passion for ser ving her patients and would be honored to care for you and your family!