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Govin's Fall Fun & Pumpkin Patch
2024-10-13 11:00 - 21:00, 2024-10-18 11:00 - 21:00, 2024-10-19 11:00 - 21:00, 2024-10-20 11:00 - 21:00, 2024-10-25 11:00 - 21:00, 2024-10-26 11:00 - 21:00, 2024-10-27 11:00 - 21:00, 2024-11-01 11:00 - 21:00 UTC and 1 more date | WI
It’s time for another amazing season of Fall Fun at Govin’s Farm in Menomonie!MARK YOUR CALENDARS because Govin’s will be OPEN for the fall season starting Saturday, September 28th. The farm will be open to visitors every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday through November 2nd.Activities at the farm include:• 10 Acre Corn Maze• Pumpkin Patch• Wagon Rides• Farm Babies (Sat & Sun only)• Flying Farmer Zip Line• Hay Jump• Giant Slide• Yard Games• Corn Pit• Mini Golf• Apple & Pumpkin Cannon• Shooting Gallery• Farm Animals• Photo Opps & More!• Flashlight Maze (after dark)After running around on the farm, getting lost in the corn maze, and shooting pumpkins from cannons, don’t forget to hit the concessions stand for amazing fall treats! This year’s lineup of delectable seasonal eats includes Apple Cider Donuts, Donut Sundaes, Warm Pretzels, Kettle Corn, Caramel Apple Blossoms, Hot Dogs, Hamburgers, Brats, Pizza, Chips, Cookies, S’mores, Apple Cider, and other assorted beverages. Nothing is better than a fall picnic on the farm!The farm is a perfect date night, girls night, family outing, and field trip! We welcome 4-H clubs, youth groups, school groups, scouts’ troops, company gatherings, and more. We look forward to seeing you on the farm this fall!
ADMISSION INFO:$15.00 + tax(Children under 24 months free)
ADD-ONS:Pumpkin Cannon – 1 shot for $3.00Apple Cannon – 3 shots for $3.00Shooting Gallery – 50 balls for $5.00

Oaklawn Inn Classical Music Concerts Presents Bethany Shuda
2024-10-13 15:00 - 16:00 UTC | Oaklawn Inn
In the third presentation of the Oaklawn Inn Classical Music Concerts, Bethany Shuda, Eau Claire harpist, will present a program of harp music in the sumptuous surroundings of the Oaklawn Inn. Bethany will captivate you, showcasing over 25 years of musical mastery. She has performed in many locations throughout the midwest. Limited seating. Tickets available at Oaklawninn.com

UW-Stout Cabot Executive Panel Discussion
2024-10-16 13:30 - 14:30 UTC | Memorial Student Center
W-Stout’s 2024 Cabot Executive-in-Residence proudly welcomes the return of three distinguished women in leadership: Denise Coogan, Shelly Ibach (’81), and MG Marcia Anderson. Denise Coogan, a leader in sustainability initiatives; Shelly Ibach, an innovative CEO in the sleep industry; and Major General Marcia Anderson, the first African-American woman to achieve the rank of Major General in the U.S. Army, bring a collective 25 years of additional knowledge and experience to Stout since their previous lecture. Their diverse backgrounds and deep insights into leadership will inspire and empower attendees.
We invite you to an engaging executive discussion on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, from 1:30-2:30 p.m. at the UW-Stout Memorial Student Center, Great Hall. This event will feature executives Shelly Ibach (’81), MG Marcia Anderson and Denise Coogan, moderated by UW-Stout’s Chancellor Katherine Frank. Join us to hear from these three women in leadership as they share their experiences.

Peace of Mind: Mindful Journaling with Aromatherapy
2024-10-17 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | Dragon Tale Books
Stephanie Miller and Sarah David will share mindfulness practices and restorative writing tips, with the aid of therapeutic-grade essential oils. Workshop participants are invited to relax, write, and share within their comfort level. Livestream Link.
Stephanie Miller’s Bio:
Stephanie’s 17-year personal journey with cancer has given her deep insight into the essential connection between healing the mind, body, and spirit and overall health and wellness. Drawing from her experiences and expertise, she has founded a business as a Cancer Doula. Her mission is to support women touched by cancer by revealing hidden challenges and unspoken truths of the journey. She helps women heal emotionally, reduce fear, find calm, thrive, and take control of their own joy. Stephanie offers her clients personalized and group coaching, mindfulness practices, aromatherapy, and energy work.

Sarah David’s Bio:
Sarah is a local English instructor and author who believes in the healing power of writing. She enjoys reading, gardening, and exploring the outdoors with her three busy boys, regardless of the season. An unexpected cancer diagnosis in her thirties has deepened her interest in the restorative and mindful aspects of writing and the importance of community wellness.

Twisted Tales Of Horror
2024-10-18 18:00 - 22:00, 2024-10-19 18:00 - 22:00, 2024-10-25 18:00 - 22:00, 2024-10-26 18:00 - 22:00, 2024-11-01 18:00 - 22:00, 2024-11-02 18:00 - 22:00 UTC | Govin;s Farm, E6134 670th St., Menomonie, WI, 54751, United States
A dark and twisted walk through a haunted corn field with scares around each corner.

Halloween Spooktacular Craft & Vendor Show
2024-10-19 10:00 - 15:00 UTC | Stout Craft Co. Kitchen & Taphouse, 1502 North Broadway, Menomonie, WI, 54751, United States
Get ready for Craft Show Saturday! Join us at Stout Craft Co. on October 19th from 10AM-3PM for the Halloween Spooktacular Craft & Vendor Show. Shop from a variety of crafters, vendors, and foodie vendors. See you there!

The Menomonie Art Music Society presents Nature, The Gentlest Mother
2024-10-19 14:00 - 15:00 UTC | Our Savior’s Lutheran Church
The Menomonie Art Music Society will celebrate Nature with classical music selections performed by local musicians and their students.

Menomonie Art Music Society presents Nature, The Gentlest Mother
2024-10-19 14:00 - 15:00 UTC | Our Savior’s Lutheran Church
Menomonie Art Music Society celebrates Nature with selections of classical music performed by local musicians and their students. Donations gratefully accepted!

The Unitarian Society of Menomonie presents Poet Henry Jones
2024-10-20 10:00 - 11:00 UTC | Unitarian Society of Menomonie, 105 21st Street NE, Menomonie, WI, 54751, United States
Author and painter, Henry Jones, will present his poetry to the Unitarian Society of Menomonie. Jones is the author of Black Skillet Blues: Poetry without Cornbread (Beatlick Press, 2024), Run into Blackness: Feeling My Poetic Gumbo (Pneuma Publishing International, 2010), and Tell Me No Lies (Chapbook). He is also the Poet Laureate of Henderson, Tennessee.

Markquart Menomonie's Trunk or Treat 2024
2024-10-21 15:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | WI
FREE! – No admissionOver a dozen decorated vehicles with local “Trunkers”Indoors so your little ones (and you) can stay warmTreats and goodiesCreepy CamperFood TrucksHalloween fun for the whole family!

Put on your costumes and head over to Markquart Menomonie for another year of Halloween fun! The whole family will enjoy this FREE event! Local businesses and organizations will be decorating over a dozen vehicles, and each “trunker” will have a stash of various goodies to share. If you’re feeling brave, make sure to check out the Creepy Camper.

Reduce Your Risk of Alzheimer's Dementia
2024-10-22 14:00 - 16:00 UTC | Menomonie Public Library, 600 Wolske Bay Road, MENOMONIE, WI, 54751-1579, United States
Come to the library and watch Dr. Nathaniel Chin’s presentation that was aired on Wisconsin Public Television called, 6 Ways to Reduce Your Risk of Alzheimer’s Dementia. Afterwards, Carla Berscheit, Dementia Care Specialist, will be available to answer questions.
All are invited and welcome!
October 22 from 2-4 in the library meeting room

Antique Appraisal with Mark Moran
2024-10-26 11:00 - 14:00 UTC | Menomonie Public Library, 600 Wolske Bay Road, MENOMONIE, WI, 54751-1579, United States
Join us on October 26th from 11am-2pm in the library meeting room to watch and/or have an appraisal* done on one of your antiques or collectibles by author and antiques expert Mark F. Moran of Iola, Wisconsin.
This is a fun event to watch even if you don’t have an antique. Mark’s vast experience and knowledge makes it entertaining for everyone!
Pre-registration is required if you want to have an appraisal done and a limited number of spots are available. To register, call 715.232.2164 ext. 210.

3rd Annual Trunk or Treat
2024-10-26 14:00 - 16:00 UTC | The Great Escape Bar and Grill
Grab your friends and family and come check out the fun “trunks” set up for you to do your trick or treating all in one place. Don’t forget to bring your Halloween bags and buckets to fill with treats! Head inside after for drinks or dinner. We will specials for the whole family to enjoy! Can’t wait to see you and your great costumes! All ages welcome.
*If you’d like to set up a trunk at this event please reach out via Facebook messenger! We will be having a “Best Trunk Contest” so get creative!

Downtown Menomonie Trick-or-Treat
2024-10-30 15:00 - 18:00 UTC | WI
Bring the family downtown for trick-or-treating down Broadway & Main! Stop at participating businesses from 3:00-6:00PM on Wednesday, October 30th.
Children must be accompanied by an adult, so make a night out of it and stop by one of our great local restaurants for dinner afterward

Scary Story Open Mic
2024-10-31 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | Dragon Tale Books
Are you an expert at telling tales of terror around the campfire? Do you have your friends believing the story of the ghost in attic? Then we want you. Bring your spooky stories to our open mic and share them with the community. Or just come and listen.

Meet the Artist – Sherry Hagen
2024-11-02 14:00 - 15:00 UTC | Dragon Tale Books
Meet artist Sherry Hagen. She will have her art hanging in the store for the month of November.
Planet Swoc
A peaceful co-existence of life living together. The two-legged beings live in harmony with the living rocks. They work together to create a sculpture of life in many colors and shapes. The rocks can change forms to meet the needs of the beings. These beings go on many adventures and come back to share stories with the rocks. They all live together in creative harmony.

Music in the Library
2024-11-02 14:00 - 15:00 UTC | Menomonie Public Library, 600 Wolske Bay Road, MENOMONIE, WI, 54751-1579, United States
We’re offering you the gift of music on select Saturdays in November and December from 2-3pm. Musicians will play near the nautilus sculpture for all to enjoy.
Nov 2 Jay Collins Trio
Nov 9 Sam Weaver
Nov 16 Trio Viva
Nov 23 Mythical Strings
Nov 30 Take2Day
Dec 7 Cedar Valley Brass
Thank you to the Menomonie Public Library Foundation for supporting this program through its gift to the 150 Years of Library Service in Dunn County celebration.
