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CENTER STAGE: Two-Step & Line Dancing Revive Local Social Dance Scene

a resurgence in country-western dance forms invite accessible entry points for self expression, community joy

Regardless of experience, line dancing and two-step events throughout the Chippewa Valley offer a journey of self-discovery, with the potential to uncover a newfound passion for a particular rhythm or movement that resonates with audiences of all ages ...

LIVE at LEONA’s 'Rewards Curiosity' With New Events For Locals

dual pizzeria-venue welcomes outdoor patio, summer music lineup

Leona's Pizzeria (406 Galloway St, Eau Claire), a community hub for all ages known for its specialty pies, had expanded its offerings to include live music and events. With aims to further enhance the welcoming and home-like atmosphere, the venue ...

Paddle Through Time At This Area Museum

make the short ride over to the Wisconsin Canoe Heritage Museum this summer to get in on the canoe community

In 2010, 376 years after Jean Nicolet's arrival in the midwest, the Wisconsin Canoe Heritage Museum opened in Spooner – the heart of Wisconsin's best canoe country ...

Chalkfest Returns to Eau Claire on July 26

nearly 200 sidewalk squares are ready to become total masterpieces at this year's Chalkfest

The UW-Eau Claire campus will become a sea of color once again on Saturday, July 26, when it hosts the 18th annual Chalkfest! In this year's Best of the Chippewa Valley Reader Poll, locals voted Chalkfest the No. 1 Best Event of the Past Year – so you know it's gonna be good ...

YOU'RE INVITED: Metropolis Resort's 20th Anniversary Appreciation Party

to thank the Chippewa Valley for all its support over the years, Metropolis is throwing a big ‘ol appreciation party

As a ‘thank you’ to the Chippewa Valley for its continued support of Eau Claire’s staple play center and resort, Metropolis Resort is inviting the community to a celebratory shindig: On Thursday, June 12, Metropolis will host a free-to-attend Customer Appreciation Party! From 2-5pm at the Chaos Water Park Backyard, the resort team is bringin’ all kinds of activities and games, grub, and giveaways ...

STAFF NOTE: My Grandfather's Garden and Volume One's Ode to Summer in the Valley

how a shared book of sketches, photographs captures art in bloom

An artistic exchange across generations captures the fleeting beauty of my grandfather's garden through evolving sketches …

Enjoy Your Grub on the Farm This Summer

take advantage of the sunshine and spend some time on area these farms, serving up food to the public

Ever been to a pizza farm? Well, you should. And if pizza isn't your thing (weird, but OK), munch on a farm fresh burger, fries, and more, at these Chippewa Valley area farms ...

UNITY ON WHEELS: Local Organizers Celebrate Wisconsin Cycling With Bike Week

Eau Claire's 2025 Bike Week will include community parties and local commuter events

Wisconsin Bike Week will take place from June 1-8 this year with the returning goal to promote bike safety and economic benefits of cycling — with numerous opportunities for bicycle exploration throughout the state ...

Here's Where You Can Snag Sweet Scoops This Summer

thankfully, there are a number of places to get ice cream scooped up around the Chippewa Valley

Here are a bunch of the places in the Chippewa Valley area that will scoop up whatever flavor you're feelin' that day ...

Professional Pickleball Tournament to Debut in Chippewa Valley July 24-27

athletes will duke it out for large purse prize at first-time Wisconsin PPA Challenger and Senior Open events

This summer, Lake Hallie and Eau Claire will host the first ever Wisconsin Professional Pickleball Association (PPA) Challenger tournament – and the stakes just got even higher (like, $20,000 higher). From July 24-27, the Wisconsin PPA Challenger will be held at Lake Hallie Pickleball Complex – the largest in the state – at Gower Park and Northstar Middle School ...