Explore Menomonie

Family/Community Open Gym
2026-01-05 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-01-12 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-01-19 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-01-26 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | 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.

First Chapter Book Club
2026-01-05 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-12 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-19 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-26 16:00 - 17:00 | Menomonie Public Library, 600 Wolske Bay Road, MENOMONIE, WI, 54751-1579, United States
Are you 7-11 years old and want to try reading different chapter books (oh, and have some fun playing games, too!)? If so, First Chapter Book Club is the club for you!

Meet Ray in the library meeting room on Mondays (January 5-March 9) from 4:00-5:00 pm.

Winter Storytimes
2026-01-06 09:30 - 10:45, 2026-01-07 09:30 - 10:45, 2026-01-08 09:30 - 10:45, 2026-01-13 09:30 - 10:45, 2026-01-14 09:30 - 10:45, 2026-01-15 09:30 - 10:45, 2026-01-20 09:30 - 10:45, 2026-01-21 09:30 - 10:45 and 1 more date | Menomonie Public Library, 600 Wolske Bay Road, MENOMONIE, WI, 54751-1579, United States
Learning Together Storytime
For children of all ages, attending with a caregiver. There will be stories and learning fun for everyone (even grown ups;))!

January 6-March 12
Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays
9:30-10am

On My Own Storytime
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! There will be songs, stories, movement and puppets and of course, all kinds of fun!

January 6-March 11
Tuesdays and Wednesdays
10:15-10:45am

Kids Makerspace
2026-01-08 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-15 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-22 16:00 - 17:00 | Menomonie Public Library, 600 Wolske Bay Road, MENOMONIE, WI, 54751-1579, United States
It’s a January Jamboree of creativity at the library! Kids ages 7-12 will delight in 4 different maker activities on these Thursdays from 4-5pm:
Jan 8 legos
Jan 15 origami (Taught by the UW-Stout Japanese Outreach Coordinator)
Jan 22 collages
Jan 29 tape and boxes

Sports Cards and CoINS
2026-01-10 - 2026-01-11 | Stout Craft Co. Kitchen & Taphouse, 1502 North Broadway, Menomonie, WI, 54751, United States
sports Cards and Coin Show
Buying and Selling
Saturday and Sunday
Jan 10-11
Stout Craft Co

FreshStart Series
2026-01-10 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-01-17 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-01-24 10:00 - 12:00 | University of Wisconsin-Stout
The Educational Pathways and Outreach office at UW-Stout works with expert faculty and staff to offer engaging, budget-friendly continuing education classes, workshops and events. Whether you are looking to strengthen a professional skill set, explore a new hobby, or engage in flexible in-person or virtual learning, there are options to meet a wide range of goals. To kick off 2026, check out the FreshStart Series – four on-campus, two-hour classes focused on fitness, financial wellness, meal planning, and mindfulness—perfect for supporting your New Year’s resolutions. Participants can register for individual sessions or opt for a discounted series rate. The first class begins January 10, and early-bird pricing is available while seats last.

Davina and the Vagabonds
2026-01-10 19:30 - 20:30 | Mabel Tainter, 205 Main St. E, Menomonie, WI, 54751, United States
“Davina creates her own Americana mishmash—a little Amy Winehouse-worthy neo-soul here, a little Great American Songbook-influenced songcraft there.” – Rolling Stone Magazine.

Free Yoga
2026-01-12 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-01-19 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-01-26 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)

Author Visit: Tom Manus & Kristi Flick Manus
2026-01-13 18:00 - 19:00 | Menomonie Public Library, 600 Wolske Bay Road, MENOMONIE, WI, 54751-1579, United States
Join us in the library meeting room as Eau Claire authors and travel writers, Tom Manus and Kristi Flick Manus for “Where the Road Takes You: Unlocking Wisconsin’s Historic and Secret Places.” They’ll talk about their books, Secret Wisconsin and Historic Wisconsin Roadsides, and sign copies for attendees. The couple has been featured on TV and radio stations across the Midwest, including WGN Chicago and NPR.
Find out where you can still ride Elvis’ favorite roller coaster, visit the 1964 and 1965 New York World’s Fair Wisconsin Pavilion, eat a Friday MORNING Fish Fry, and and whether the Wizard of Oz really had its worldwide premiere in Oconomowoc.
Secrets, stories, and chat with the authors. Don’t miss it!

Auditions for The Menomonie Singers
2026-01-19 18:00 - 20:00 | First Congregational UCC Menomonie WI
The Menomonie Singers will hold auditions for all parts (Soprano, Alto, Tenor and Bass) at First Congregational United Church of Christ, Menomonie. Choral singing is good for you! Make an appointment via email: admin@themenomoniesingers.org or contacting the executive director at 715-505-3525.
