Explore Menomonie

Govin's Farm Babies
2026-04-11 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-12 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-18 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-19 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | 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

Dreaming of Summer in Japan: A Yukata & Purikura Experience
2026-04-11 10:00 - 11:30 | UW-Stout, 802 Broadway St S, Menomonie, WI, 54751, United States
Buried in snow but dreaming of summer? 🌸 Us too.
Join us April 11 for a unique on-campus experience that will keep you thinking about warmer temperatures. Keiko Morikawa, Japanese Outreach Initiative Coordinator at UW-Stout will lead Dreaming of Summer in Japan: A Yukata & Purikura Experience. In this lively, hands-on class, you’ll explore the history of the yukata, a light summer garment worn at festivals across Japan—and even try one on yourself.
It’s a fun way to experience Japanese summer traditions while connecting with your community right here in Menomonie.
This class is FREE, but registration is required since space is limited due to the number of yukata available.
Click on link to website to register for the event.

Meet the Author - L. J. Winter
2026-04-11 11:00 - 13:00 | Dragon Tale Books
Meet author L. J. Winter, he’ll have books for sale and signing.
His newest:
Daily Devotional: 12 Steps to Unshakeable Recovery
Do you face depression, anxiety, trauma, or the ache of feeling alone and unsupported? You’re not broken, and you’re not without hope. This yearlong collection of daily readings offers gentle guidance to help you renew your mind, reduce isolation, and learn practical ways to manage your condition. Progress may be slow, but as you practice with intention and consistency, each day can bring you closer to peace.
Based on L. J. Winter’s first book, SuperHuman Being, this devotional offers 365 daily reflections rooted in the principles of the 12 Steps of Recovery. It was created for the millions of people worldwide who struggle with their mental health and substance misuse conditions.
Over the course of a year, this devotional guides you to:

Cultivate compassion and kindness toward yourself 9
Manage your symptoms with hope 9 Build healthier, more supportive relationships 9
Discover deeper meaning and purpose in your life

Are you ready to experience greater serenity in your Recovery? By reading, reflecting, and taking small, intentional steps each day, you’ll uncover strength you didn’t know you had.

SuperHuman Being: Be Bold. Be Imperfect. Be Present. And Recover.

Millions of people worldwide suffer from a mental health condition, addiction, or trauma. Through his own journey to healing anxiety, depression, and childhood trauma. L.J. Winter discovered that the secret to uncovering your SuperHuman Being is being content to accept who you are radically.
Inside his book, you’ll learn to:

Recognize that recovery is unique for each person.
Identify strategies that aid your healing.
Emotionally support a person with these conditions.

SuperHuman Being will challenge, inspire, and enable you to pursue your unique path of recovery. Allow L.J. to take you on his journey toward becoming a SuperHuman Being and teach you to create this for yourself. Now is the time to Be Bold, Be Imperfect, Be Present, and Recover.

About the Author:
L. J. WINTER committed at age thirty to heal from childhood abuse, a parent’s bipolar disorder and addiction, his own suicidal thoughts, and an eating disorder. Now a Certified Peer Specialist, author, and facilitator, he gently guides others on their path to Recovery. He is the author of SuperHuman Being: Be Bold, Be Imperfect, Be Present, and Recover and writes a daily blog, using his lived experience and heart-centered approach to help others navigate their own journey of recovery and healing.

Darryl Worley
2026-04-11 19:30 - 21:30 | Mabel Tainter, 205 Main St. E, Menomonie, WI, 54751, United States
The rich, reedy tones and all-American, blue-collar themes in his #1 hits “I Miss My Friend,” “Awful, Beautiful Life” and “Have You Forgotten?” are reminders of the down-to-Earth, Haggard-like Darryl Worley you always knew.
The island vibes and blue-eyed soul in new songs “It’s Good To Be Me,” “Lay It On Me” and “Lonely Alone” suggest there’s another, almost-funky, version of Worley that’s been kept under wraps.

Free Yoga
2026-04-13 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)

Family/Community Open Gym
2026-04-13 09:00 - 11:00 | Menomonie Alliance Church
Bring the kids over to the Menomonie Alliance Church Gym during the winter months on Monday mornings to burn off some steam. We’ll have a variety of toys, balls and activities for free play, but feel free to bring your own as well! Hallways will be available for walking as well. Parent supervision is required for all children. By participating in Open Gym, parents take responsibility for the safety of their children.

Menomonie in Motion
2026-04-13 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-04-15 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-04-20 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-04-22 17:30 - 18:30 | 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!

Chase Bucheger with the MHS Jazz Ensemble
2026-04-13 19:30 - 21:00 | Mabel Tainter, 205 Main St. E, Menomonie, WI, 54751, United States
From gritty rock–soul vocals to souring pop belting, Chase Bucheger does it all. Their musical influences truly run the gamut of genres, from artists like Beyoncé, Aretha Franklin, and Whitney Houston to Daft Punk, Radiohead, and The Manhattan Transfer.

Wilson Place Museum Tour
2026-04-16 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-18 08:00 - 17:00 | Wilson Place, 101 Wilson Court, Menomonie, W, 54751, United States
Step inside one of Menomonie’s historic landmarks. This guided tour offers an engaging look at the people, architecture, and everyday life that shaped Menomonie from the lumber era to today.
Visitors move room-to-room hearing personal stories of the Wilson-Stout-LaPointe families while experiencing beautifully preserved historic spaces.
Tours run on the hour from Noon to 3pm
Gift shop open during tour hours.
Tour Length: Approximately 45 to 60 minutes
Location: 101 Wilson Court, Menomonie, WI
Tickets: More information and tickets:
https://buytickets.at/wilsonplacemuseum/2023454
Or

https://wilsonplace.org/tours/

Environmental Series: Sustainability in Action: What the City of Menomonie is Doing and How You Can Help
2026-04-16 18:00 - 19:00 | Dragon Tale Books
Join Megen Hines, Environmental Program Coordinator for the City of Menomonie, for an overview of the City’s environmental work, from recycling and waste reduction to stormwater protection, urban forestry, sustainability initiatives, and energy efficiency. The second half of the talk will highlight practical, everyday actions residents can take to reduce waste, conserve resources, and help keep Menomonie healthy and resilient for years to come.
In person or via Zoom

Fiber Fridays
2026-04-17 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.

Chris Herriges
2026-04-17 19:00 - 20:30 | The Spirit Room at the Mabel Tainter, 205 Main Street East, Menomonie, WI, 54751, United States
Chris Herriges began playing various musical instruments at age nine at the gentle urging of artistic parents. Over the years, he has released multiple CDs and performed throughout the Twin Cities. He continues to perform today, and will be in The Spirit Room on April 17th at 7PM!

Mary Mondlock Sings Broadway with special guest: Broadway’s Courtney Mack and Joshua Salt
2026-04-18 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. Mary can’t wait to return to the place where she fell in love with music and theater. Courtney is thrilled to be back at the Mabel Tainter and so happy to be singing with Mary! Courtney Mack was previously an alternate in the original Broadway cast of SIX the musical.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.
