Explore Menomonie

Artist Pop-Up: METALGarden
2024-12-12 16:00 - 18:00 UTC | Dragon Tale Books
Come in before the Winter Daze Parade to get a unique gift. Julie and Matt Swenson from METALGarden will be in with their beautiful metalwork.

Winter Daze - Holiday Event & Parade
2024-12-12 16:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Menomonie, 503 Broadway Street South, Menomonie, WI, 54751, United States
Celebrate the holiday season with Downtown Menomonie!
Enjoy hay wagon rides, get your photo taken with santa, grab a meal at one of the downtown restaurants, sip Swiss Miss hot cocoa, and watch the annual holiday parade go down Main Street.
Schedule of Events:
4:00-6:00pm – Wagon Rides & Photos with Santa
6:30pm – Parade Begins
~7:30pm – Fireworks Begin After Parade
The parade begins at 6:30PM and is followed by a fantastic fireworks show over Lake Menomin.

Blue Violin Candlelight Christmas
2024-12-12 19:00 - 20:30 | Pablo Center at the Confluence
Immerse yourself in the captivating melodies of award-winning classical crossover artist, the Blue Violin this Christmas for an all new show, as we present a candlelit night with over 500 candles that promises to be as unique as it is unforgettable. Join us for an intimate performance of both music and dance that blends the soulful voice of the violin with the songs of Christmas, creating an atmosphere of elegance, fascination, and mystique.
Former 1st violinist of the Boston String Quartet, Blue Violin performs original music and covers utilizing loops and sequences to convey a multitude of sounds through a single violin. Imagine the production of Lindsey Stirling with the virtuosity of 2CELLOS.

Friends Holiday Book Sale
2024-12-14 09:00 - 15:00 | Menomonie Public Library, 600 Wolske Bay Road, MENOMONIE, WI, 54751-1579, United States
HOLIDAY SALE

December 10-14
open during library hours
in the library meeting room

The Friends give thousands of dollars to the library every year and book sales are their major fundraiser. Plan to come on over and find some great treasures at amazing prices. See you at the sale!

Winter Solstice Holiday Market
2024-12-14 11:00 - 17:00 | The Gilded Faun Floral & Gift Boutique, 110 Main St. W, Menomonie, WI, 54751, United States
You’re invited to The Gilded Faun’s First Annual Holiday Artist Market!
Join us for a day of in-store sales and raffle prizes. Find the perfect gifts for your loved ones while shopping our multi-vendor Holiday Market. Feel the holiday spirit with fun activities like ornament making, all while enjoying some festive snacks and refreshments like hot apple cider!

Mabel's Movie Series: "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation"
2024-12-18 19:00 - 21:00 | Mabel Tainter, 205 Main St. E, Menomonie, WI, 54751, United States
The Griswold family’s plans for a big family Christmas predictably turn into a big disaster.

An Evening with Mary Mondlock
2024-12-19 19:30 - 21:00 | Mabel Tainter, 205 Main St. E, Menomonie, WI, 54751, United States
Menomonie-native Mary Mondlock returns to the Mabel Tainter stage where her artistic journey began! A graduate of Interlochen Arts Academy and Baldwin Wallace Conservatory’s Musical Theater program, Mary brings a wealth of experience from NYC stages, regional theaters and international performances with Holland America Line. Come join us this holiday season for a night of celebration with some beloved tunes and lots of joy!

Em Menz and the Sue Orfield Band
2024-12-20 19:30 - 21:00, 2024-12-21 19:30 - 21:00 | Mabel Tainter, 205 Main St. E, Menomonie, WI, 54751, United States
Em Menz and Sue Orfield return to the Mabel Tainter stage for a Holiday Show you won’t forget!

Winter Market - Menomonie Farmers Market
2024-12-21 08:00 - 12:00 | WI
Join us for Menomonie Farmers Market’s WINTER MARKET and support local farmers and vendors!

Winter farmers markets offer a variety of products, including seasonal produce, meat, eggs, dairy, baked goods, canned goods and preserves, mushrooms and more. We also feature handmade items like soaps, jewelry, and hot sauces.

Location: Raw Deal Coffee Roasters, 603 S Broadway St Menomonie WI 54751

November: 9, 23
December: 7, 21
January: 25
February: 22
March: 22
April: 19

Meet the Author: Patricia Albrecht
2024-12-21 11:00 - 14:00 | Dragon Tale Books
A book by a local author makes a great gift. Meet Patricia Albrecht, she’ll have books for sale and signing.
Her book titles include:
Three Tiny Houses-that weren’t
Thoughts From an Old Lady
On Widow Time
Maneuvering the Madness
Daily Drives With My Father I
Daily Drives With My Father II

Meet the Author: Christine Varnavas
2024-12-21 12:00 - 15:00 | Dragon Tale Books
Meet author Christine Varnavas, she’ll have books for sale and signing.
The Book:
HEAL YOUR SH!T FIND YOUR HAPPY is a call to action for women who manage anxiety, gracefully (or not), handle the overwhelm and stress of life, maybe depression, who have felt like they were spinning out of control, who’ve ever been called “too much”, or who’ve often thought “what is wrong with me?”. It’s for adult survivors of childhood sexual assault and the people who love them.

John A. Nielsen with Nici Peper
2025-01-03 08:00 - 17:00 | The Spirit Room at the Mabel Tainter, 205 Main Street East, Menomonie, WI, 54751, United States
John Nielsen, a Chippewa Valley native, captivates audiences with his rich 12-string guitar sound and interactive shows, often letting fans guide the setlist. Nici Peper complements with her soulful voice and heartfelt blend of gospel, folk, and blues. Together, they create unforgettable musical experiences.

Isaiah May
2025-01-04 19:00 - 21:00 | The Spirit Room at the Mabel Tainter, 205 Main Street East, Menomonie, WI, 54751, United States
Isaiah May is a producer, singer-songwriter, and violinist from Dunn County, Wisconsin and is currently studying music production at Berklee College of Music in Boston Massachusetts. He has co-written and produced many tracks for other artists as well as playing in many artists’ bands. He released one original album entitled “East Coast Island Postcard” in 2022.

Yoga
2025-01-06 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-01-13 09:00 - 10:00 | Menomonie Public Library, 600 Wolske Bay Road, MENOMONIE, WI, 54751-1579, United States
Are you ready to pause, quiet your mind, and be present? Join us on the mat AT THE LIBRARY to bring some calm to your busy days.

Mondays @ 9am
Jan 6-Feb 24
no class Jan 20th

STEM + ART Explorers Club
2025-01-06 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-01-10 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-01-13 16:00 - 17:00 | Menomonie Public Library, 600 Wolske Bay Road, MENOMONIE, WI, 54751-1579, United States
Join Mr. Ray on Mondays after school (4-5pm) Jan 6-Feb 24 for Stem+Art Explorers Club. Geared for 2nd-5th graders and held in the Library meeting room.
Dive into a world of discovery as we build, create, experiment, and explore. So much fun to be had!

Winter Storytime
2025-01-07 09:30 - 10:45, 2025-01-08 09:30 - 10:45, 2025-01-09 09:30 - 10:45, 2025-01-14 09:30 - 10:45, 2025-01-15 09:30 - 10:45, 2025-01-16 09:30 - 10:45 | Menomonie Public Library, 600 Wolske Bay Road, MENOMONIE, WI, 54751-1579, United States
Learning Together storytime is for children of all ages, attending with a caregiver.

Jan 7-Feb 27
Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays (9:30-10am)

Is your child 3-5 years old and ready for a storytime learning experience all by themselves? Then our “On My Own Storytime” at the library is just for them!

January 7-February 27th
Wednesdays and Thursdays
10:15-10:45am

No registration required.

Chippewa Valley Songwriter Circle
2025-01-08 19:00 - 21:00 | The Spirit Room at the Mabel Tainter, 205 Main Street East, Menomonie, WI, 54751, United States
The Chippewa Valley Songwriter Circle was created by Lee Mynett of Eau Claire in 2019. Lee has a long songwriting and teaching history and many musical friends, so she warmly invited several of us into her home to form a small songwriting salon. It has been both fulfilling and great fun discussing and practicing the art of writing a song. We write and meet in different venues each month, using a particular prompt or subject or whatever strikes; then we have an option to acoustically play our songs for each other as they emerge, whether simple or complex, silly or profound. This is a supportive and at times a cathartic way of inspiring and challenging each other to express ourselves through music and lyrics. The group is composed of talented individual singer songwriters, growing from 6 members to now about 20 writers from all over the Chippewa Valley. The CVSC is open to all who have the desire and time to write and play songs that have meaning, that come from the heart, hopefully generating a connection with other musicians and a listening audience. Isn’t that what songs should do?

Greg Herriges
2025-01-10 19:00 - 21:00 | The Spirit Room at the Mabel Tainter, 205 Main Street East, Menomonie, WI, 54751, United States
Free in The Spirit Room: Greg Herriges stirs a mix of original and traditional “progressive world music” on guitar, voice, and Greek bouzouki, with a unique approach honed by his studies of Asian, Mediterranean, and other worldly styles. An award-winning composer and performer, his music and writing have found international recognition. His solo & duo sets include lively instrumentals, inventive versions of rock and jazz standards, and mesmerizing world music. With a background in progressive rock and fingerstyle guitar, Greg studied ethnomusicology, focusing on Indian and East Asian classical traditions. He went on to write instructional music books and multimedia for Hal Leonard Publishing, specializing in world music for guitar. Also a composer of theater and soundtrack music, his lifeblood is performing; he is equally at home playing with cross-cultural ensembles or letting one guitar play him. “… a gifted musician who is able to bring the best sounds from several cultures into one type of intriguing music.” —Folkworld (Germany) “Guitar renegade… Herriges always comes off as native maestro, never slumming dilettante. His technique on both guitar and bouzouki is formidable, his feel for diverse cultures exemplary.” —Minneapolis Star Tribune

Saturday Stories
2025-01-11 09:30 - 10:00 | Menomonie Public Library, 600 Wolske Bay Road, MENOMONIE, WI, 54751-1579, United States
Full on family fun awaits you at Saturday Stories! Join library staff for stories, songs and movement at 9:30am in the library meeting room.
Jan 11, Jan 25, Feb, 8, Feb 22
Everyone is welcome! Activities will be geared towards preschoolers.

Building Your Family Tree
2025-01-11 13:00 - 14:00 | Menomonie Public Library, 600 Wolske Bay Road, MENOMONIE, WI, 54751-1579, United States
Join Syliva Tiala (UW Stout professor) for an introduction to genealogy research. Find your family roots and start building your family tree. Sylvia will give a presentation on Jan 11th from 1-2pm in the Library meeting room.
She’ll also offer help sessions on the 2nd Saturday of each month from 9-11am starting Feb 8th in the storytime room (or by appointment tialasyl@gmail.com).

The Great DuBois
2025-01-16 19:30 - 21:00 | Mabel Tainter, 205 Main St. E, Menomonie, WI, 54751, United States
A fast-paced, high energy circus show for all ages…showcasing incredible feats of juggling, hula hoops, unicycle, aerial, circus stunts, contortion, magic and audience interaction all wrapped up in a blanket of comedy. Simply put…the most unique 2-person circus show you will ever see! Recently featured in Hugh Jackman’s hit movie, “The Greatest Showman”, The Great DuBois have amassed an impressive list of credits, including the Tony Award winning “Pippin” on Broadway, “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno”, “Late Night with David Letterman”, Britney Spears World Circus Tour, and the movie “Burlesque” to highlight just a few. The award-winning combination of Michael DuBois and Viktoria Grimmy have five generations of circus performing between them, a spectacular theatrical set for proscenium stages, and have performed countless shows at theatres, universities, cruise ships, fairs and festivals all over the world. The Great DuBois’ also have an incredible Circus Tent that provides an amazing outdoor venue for accommodating spaces that want something creative and extra special.
