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Menomonie in Motion
2026-05-06 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-05-04 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-04-29 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-04-27 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-04-22 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-04-20 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | Menomonie Public Library, 600 Wolske Bay Road, MENOMONIE, WI, 54751-1579, United States
MENOMONIE IN MOTION
No matter where you are in your fitness, there is a spot for you in this class. Grab a friend and join us. You can do this! Let’s take the first step together!

March 23-May 13 on Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:30-6:30
Class is FREE
For runners & walkers ages 14+
Meet in library meeting room
Complete a 5K at the end of class

REGISTRATION is required.
Let’s get in motion together!

Free Yoga
2026-05-04 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-04-27 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-04-20 09:00 - 10:00 | MENOMONIE PUBLIC, 800 Wilson Ave., Menomonie, WI, 54751, United States
The library teams up with Mayo Clinic Health System to bring you FREE Yoga.
Are you ready to pause, quiet your mind, and be present? Join us in the meeting room every Monday to bring some calm to your busy days.

Mondays from 9-10 am
March 24 – May 19 (no class 4/21)

Red Cedar Speedway 53rd Annual Season Opener
2026-05-01 19:00 - 22:30 | Red Cedar Speedway, 620 17th St SE, Menomonie, 54751, United States
Join us this Friday, May 1st, for the 53rd Annual Season Opener!– Southworth Chevrolet GMC WISSOTA Modifieds– Union Trailer & Power Equipment WISSOTA Super Stocks– Tim’s Automotive Machine WISSOTA Midwest Modifieds– Midwest Food & Tobacco Group USRA Late Late Models– Conrad’s Auto Salvage WISSOTA Street Stocks– Awesome Auto Sales Hornets𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐞: Pits Open – 4:00 PM Grandstands Open – 5:00 PM Hot Laps – 6:00 PM Draw Cut-Off – 6:30 PM Racing Starts – 7:00 PM𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧:Cash or Card AcceptedAdults: $15Seniors: $13Students (13–17 with student ID): $10College Students (with ID): $10Kids 12 & Under: FREE𝐏𝐢𝐭 𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬:$30 with Membership$35 without MembershipMemberships Available for $25If you can’t make it to the track, watch LIVE on Dirt Race Centrall!Wissota Auto Racing𝙄𝙉𝙁𝙊 𝙋𝙊𝙎𝙏𝙀𝘿 𝘼𝙏 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙏𝙍𝘼𝘾𝙆 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝘿𝘼𝙔 𝙊𝙁 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙍𝘼𝘾𝙀 𝙏𝘼𝙆𝙀𝙎𝙋𝙍𝙀𝘾𝙀𝘿𝙀𝙉𝘾𝙀 𝙊𝙑𝙀𝙍 𝙄𝙉𝙏𝙀𝙍𝙉𝙀𝙏 𝘼𝘿𝙑𝙀𝙍𝙏𝙄𝙎𝙄𝙉𝙂.

Fiber Fridays
2026-05-01 16:15 - 17:45, 2026-04-24 16:15 - 17:45 | Menomonie Public Library, 600 Wolske Bay Road, MENOMONIE, WI, 54751-1579, United States
The Library will be hosting Fiber Fridays, a creative class designed for adults, from March 6-May 29 (4:15-5:45pm).
Come and learn how to knit, crochet, or both with one-on-one support from the group leader and skilled fiber artists. Bring your own project to work on or get ideas at class.
Materials for those new to the craft are provided at no cost (hooks/needles, yarns, patterns, etc.).
Classes on March 6, 13 and 20 will be held in the storytime room. After that it will be held in the meeting room.

Japanese Workshops For Kids
2026-04-30 08:00 - 17:00 | Menomonie Public Library, 600 Wolske Bay Road, MENOMONIE, WI, 54751-1579, United States
Keiko Morikawa, UW-Stout Japan Outreach Initiative Coordinator, will lead 4 hands-on classes highlighting Japanese traditions and crafts. The classes are for kids ages 7-12 years old and will be from 4-5:30 in the library meeting room. Interactive and fun…don’t miss it!
Feb 26 – Games & Origami
March 31 – Torn-Paper Art (Chigirie) Workshop
April 30 – Children’s Day Celebration – Origami kabuto (samurai helmet) and koinobori (carp streamer)
May 28 – Let’s Spin! – Origami kazaguruma (traditional pinwheels) & spinning tops

Author Visit: V.T. Bidania
2026-04-29 16:00 - 17:00 | Menomonie Public Library, 600 Wolske Bay Road, MENOMONIE, WI, 54751-1579, United States
V.T. Bidania will be at the Library on April 29th from 4-5pm. She was born in Laos and grew up in St. Paul, Minnesota. She is the author of many children’s books, early readers and middle grade books starring Hmong American characters.
ASTRID AND APOLLO series: the first children’s book series to star Hmong American characters
A YEAR WITHOUT A HOME: a fictionalized memoir in verse about her family’s escape from Laos at the end of the Vietnam War.
EXTRAORDINARY ELIANA: a fictionalized memoir in verse about her family’s escape from Laos at the end of the Vietnam War.
A limited number of her books will be available for purchase at the event.

Pages and Pints Book Club
2026-04-28 18:00 - 19:00 | brewery nønic, 621 4th St W, Menomonie, WI, 54751, United States
The Pages and Pints Book Club is your kind of book club – come once or come to all – it’s up to you!
Library staff will host at brewery nønic in Menomonie from 6-7pm on:

January 27 – The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon
February 24- The Wedding People by Alison Espach
March 31 – None of This is True by Lisa Jewell
April 28 – Ordinary Grace by William Kent Krueger

Don’t like beer? You are still welcome to come! Like beer? Brewery nønic has plenty of options. See you there!

The Menomonie Singers presents Threads of Becoming
2026-04-26 14:00 - 15:00 | Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 910 9th St. East, Menomonie, WI, 54751, United States
The Menomonie Singers will present “Threads of Becoming”, a choral concert which features Franz Schubert’s Mass in G and other selections geared to the idea that each was inspired by a composer, an idea or concept. Suggested donation is $10. For more information, find TMS on Facebook, and on their website: themenomoniesingers.org
Email: admin@themenomoniesingers.org

Bernadette Peters
2026-04-25 19:30 - 21:00 | Mabel Tainter, 205 Main St. E, Menomonie, WI, 54751, United States
Throughout her illustrious career, Bernadette Peters has dazzled audiences and critics with her performances on stage, film and television, in concert, and on recordings. She has garnered numerous accolades including three Tony Awards, a Golden Globe, four Emmy and four Grammy Award nominations and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Bernadette Peters at the Mabel Tainter
2026-04-25 18:00 - 22:00 | Mabel Tainter, 205 Main St. E, Menomonie, WI, 54751, United States
Bernadette Peters – Special Performance

LIVE at The Mabel Tainter on April 25th
Tickets available on Tuesday, January 20th at 10am for Mabel Members.
Tickets available for purchase for non-members on
Friday, January 23rd at 10am.
Throughout her illustrious career, Bernadette Peters has dazzled audiences and critics with her performances on stage, film and television, in concert, and on recordings. She has garnered numerous accolades including three Tony Awards, a Golden Globe, four Emmy and four Grammy Award nominations and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Meet the Author - Joe Egan
2026-04-25 14:00 - 17:00 | Dragon Tale Books
During Independent Bookstore Day, meet thriller author Joe Egan; he’ll have books for sale and signing.
The Books:
Backwoods Crossing (Coming out April 28)

Steer Clear
“The two neighboring businesses never crossed paths until that day. Why they did that day had nothing to do with me. That is, until I was pulled into the chaos. Then it very much became my concern.”
Jack Walker, stripped of his dream job and estranged from his mother back home in Wyoming, was convinced he had left the mistakes of his former life in the rearview. That is, until he and his co-worker Stella witness a violent act they were never meant to see in the first place. The haunting episode sparks a tense, prolonged car chase under the cover of a lonely night on the interstate. Can the two of them escape the madness on the road together and confront their innermost demons along the way?
Run to the Rio
“The sane man would have opted to sober up quick and head upstairs to Mia. He would apologize, and she would be upset. But at the end of the day, he would be able to spend the second night of his newborn son’s life as a present dad. He would be able to look into the eyes of his wife and say with utter confidence, ‘I can do better, and I am sorry.’
Too bad I’m not the sane man.”
Scott Sharpe is a deeply flawed thirty-something whose deranged actions jeopardize the safety of his wife Mia and their two young sons. Can Scott and his father-in-law Ramon navigate the perils of corporate corruption, the mob, and the demons within themselves to protect those they love the most?
About the Author:
Joe Egan resides in Minnesota with his wife, daughter, and son. He is a six-time published author, devout Catholic, and friend of Bill. You can find him in his spare time driving his truck, penning his next novel, or teeing it up on the golf course. You learn more about Joe at www.joeeganbooks.com.

Meet the Author – Melanie Eskildsen
2026-04-25 13:00 - 15:00 | Dragon Tale Books
During Independent Bookstore Day, meet author Melanie Eskildsen; she’ll have books for sale and signing.
The Books:
Raising Readers: Practical Advice from a Reading Teacher and Mom provides a toolkit for parents and caregivers to raise children who love reading and learning.
Raising Readers offers hands-on, practical ideas readers can try the same day the book is read. Melanie will share her experiences with you to help you to embrace everyday life as a teachable moment and leave you confident about raising your own reader.

Night Night Lucy Lu is a bedtime book for toddlers.
Lucy Lu is a sleepy puppy who can sleep anywhere! You’ll find Lucy sleeping in a basket and under the table! What a sleepy puppy!

About the Author:

Melanie Eskildsen is raising her family in central Wisconsin. She is a proud UW-Stout alumni. Along with teaching reading; she has also taught kindergarten, written a monthly blog, and offers private tutoring. Melanie has written two books; Raising Readers and Night Night Lucy Lu.

Meet the Author – Jennifer Schmidig
2026-04-25 10:00 - 14:00 | Dragon Tale Books
During Independent Bookstore Day, meet author Jennifer Schmidig; she’ll have books for sale and signing.
The Books:
The Fairy and Gnome Tales are a collection of entertaining and imaginative Fairy and Gnome Tales each of which features a virtue/virtues. The target audience is geared for 9-11 year olds, however, the books may be appealing for all ages, youth through adult.

Fairy and Gnome Tales Book Four-Never Give Up, features Quinn, a gnome reluctant to begin the school year. He is struggling with reading and ready to give up, when he meets Fletcher, an owl and other magical creatures who help him to practice and persevere. He realizes that he can do it.
About the Author:
Jennifer Schmidig is living her dream of making a difference in children’s lives. She has recently retired from teaching elementary students for close to 30 years. She lives with her husband, son, and a few energetic kitties in Northern Wisconsin, where the woods are still deep, the lakes abound and the eagles soar.In her free time, she enjoys the outdoors and writing stories to entertain her children and grandchildren.

Randy Buss Icebreaker - Red Cedar Speedway Season Opener
2026-04-24 19:00 - 22:30 | Red Cedar Speedway, 620 17th St SE, Menomonie, 54751, United States
Five divisions of dirt race cars take to the Red Cedar Speedway for the Randy Buss Icebreaker Season Opener. Gates open at 5pm, racing begins at 7pm.

Hunter Ribeiro
2026-04-24 19:00 - 20:30 | The Spirit Room at the Mabel Tainter, 205 Main Street East, Menomonie, WI, 54751, United States
Hunter Ribeiro is a Chippewa Valley-based artist who takes the stage armed with an acoustic guitar, a harmonica, and an unmistakably honest voice. Influenced by the storytelling of Bob Dylan and the playing of John Mayer, his sets blend powerful originals with the occasional cover that feels entirely his own.

Community Rummage & Bake Sale for Dunn County Humane Society
2026-04-24 09:00 - 2026-04-25 16:00 | Fanetti Community Center
The DCHS Bi-annual Rummage Sale is back at the Fanetti Community Center & Dunn County Ice Arena in Menomonie on April 24th & 25th.
Shop for a great cause and help us raise money for unhomed companion pets in Dunn County!
All proceeds go directly towards our mission, covering the costs of veterinary care, adoptions, facilities, and community outreach.

Interested in donating your unwanted items to our rummage sale? Item donations can be dropped off at the Fanetti Community Center on Tuesday, April 21st from 7am-7pm.
At this time, we cannot accept: large exercise equipment, mattresses or bed frames, large appliances, TVs, children’s outdoor play equipment, undergarments, or broken items.

2026 UW-Stout Early Childhood Education Conference
2026-04-24 07:30 - 2026-04-25 16:30 | University of Wisconsin-Stout
This year’s theme, Whole-Child, Whole Educator: Building Emotional Wellness in Every Classroom, highlights the integral relationship between the emotional well-being of educators and the holistic development of children. This year’s conference broadens its focus to include Kindergarten through 3rd-grade educators, recognizing the shared importance of emotional wellness across the early and elementary learning continuum. We also invite early childhood special education teachers to join us as we work together to build inclusive, emotionally supportive learning environments. Through research-based practices, collaborative dialogue, and innovative approaches, this theme invites educators to examine how nurturing both the whole child and the whole educator contributes to stronger, more connected, and emotionally supportive learning environments.

Environmental Series – Discover How Landmark Conservancy is Working to Protect Habitat
2026-04-23 18:00 - 19:00 | Dragon Tale Books
Join Sara Norman, Landmark Conservancy‘s Community Engagement Manager, for a presentation on what is a land trust, the benefits of land protection and ways for people to get involved.
Landmark Conservancy envisions a future Wisconsin with wild and scenic places conserved and accessible to people for generations to come.
As a non-profit land trust, we seek to deepen the land ethic among those who value the unique resources of northwest Wisconsin, creating an engaged community that strengthens and sustains the stewardship of natural areas and special places in our care.
In person or via Zoom

Brain Health 101
2026-04-23 14:00 - 15:00 | Menomonie Public Library, 600 Wolske Bay Road, MENOMONIE, WI, 54751-1579, United States
Join us in the library meeting room for a class on brain health on April 23rd @ 2pm. Did you know that research suggests up to 35% of dementias could be eliminated or delayed with healthy lifestyle factors?
Learn information about the 6 Pillars of Brain Health and book resources for you to gain more information about this important topic.
This program is a partnership between the library and the ADRC and will be presented by Carla Berscheit, Dementia Care Specialist for the Aging and Disability Resource Center of Dunn County.

Big Fish
2026-04-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Mabel Tainter, 205 Main St. E, Menomonie, WI, 54751, United States
It’s Movie Night at The Mabel! When Edward Bloom (Albert Finney) becomes ill, his son, William (Billy Crudup), travels to be with him. William has a strained relationship with Edward because his father has always told exaggerated stories about his life, and William thinks he’s never really told the truth. Even on his deathbed, Edward recounts fantastical anecdotes. When William, who is a journalist, starts to investigate his father’s tales, he begins to understand the man and his penchant for storytelling.

Environmental Series – Go Beyond Earth Day, Think Sustainability for Life
2026-04-22 16:00 - 19:00 | Dragon Tale Books
Brianna Capra, author and illustrator of Just Say NOPE to Plastic, shares what she has learned through research and experience on how to embrace a more sustainable lifestyle. The discussion will cover how to quit plastic, properly recycle, reimagine food systems, repurpose, repair, and create change. Come with questions for a lively discussion. In Person or via Zoom

Govin's Farm Babies
2026-04-19 09:00 - 16:00 | Govin’s Farm, Menomonie, WI, N6134 670th St., Menomonie, WI, 54751, United States
Govin’s Farm invites you to our Annual Farm Babies event! Our farm offers a hands-on unique experience with all of our farm babies. Children as well as adults will have the opportunity to interact with our animals. Snuggle newborn lambs, play with baby goats, cuddle a piglet, and see how fluffy a baby chick feels. Our motto is: If it fits in your lap, we will help you hold it. You might even be able to witness an animal giving birth while you visit. There are also pony rides and a giant slide (extra charge & weather permitting).
When you need a break from the barn, join us in the concession area for Apple Cider Donuts, Kettle Corn, lunch and a beverage. All activities will be inside the barn so we are open snow, rain or shine, so dress accordingly.

Admission before noon $15.50+tax Children under 24 months free
• Admission after noon $14.00+tax Children under 24 month free
• We accept cash and credit cards
• All tickets sold at farm – NO online sales
• Dress for the weather, the barn is at a comfortable temp for animals
and is NOT heated
• No strollers, food or drink, coffee cups, sippy cups or baby bottles are allowed in the barn.
• Hand washing will be required when entering and exiting the barn for everyone.

Event dates:
March 21-22
March 28-29
April 3-4 (Friday and Saturday closed on Easter Sunday)
April 11-12
April 18-19
We are open from 9am-4pm on these dates.
For more information visit www.GovinsFarm.com
