Good morning, Eau Claire.

Community members gathered today at Sonnentag wearing orange to support people with MS as volunteers and chiropractors provided information on the disease — and more than $10,000 was raised before the event.

On March 29, Chippewa Valley veterans gathered in Eau Claire to honor those who served in the Vietnam War as part of National Vietnam War Veterans Day.

The event featured speakers and shared personal stories and resources—helping keep the veterans' legacies alive.

Today, community members toured six manufacturing facilities in Chippewa Falls as part of a showcase that explained how local companies use new equipment to make products.

Great Northern Corporation employs over 1,200 people — and along with five other companies offering summer job openings, they let visitors see modern manufacturing in action.

The Chippewa Valley Hooligans— a power soccer team for players with disabilities— received a $5,000 donation from Northwestern Bank on Saturday to help buy a spare wheelchair.

Team officials say the funds will keep backup equipment available during competitions and support efforts to raise awareness for adaptive sports.

On Saturday at Sonnentag Fieldhouse, the Eau Claire softball team swept a doubleheader against St. Catherine University 8-1 and 5-1, and Coach Leslie Huntington reached 600 wins in her 24th season—making her the second WIAC coach to hit that milestone.

Technique Tuesday - Landscapes, Trees, & Water

6-8 p.m. — Decadent Gifts & Gallery — Cost of ticket required — Explore whimsical landscapes with guidance from a local artist in an intimate class setting.

Couples' Comedy Night Featuring Yakov Smirnoff and Mark Gungor

7:30 p.m. — Pablo Center at the Confluence — $60+ — Enjoy an evening of laughter with legendary comedian Yakov Smirnoff and relationship expert Mark Gungor.

Mat Alano-Martin Live Comedy Show

8:00 PM — The Plus — $10 adv ($15 door) — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedian Mat Alano-Martin, sharing his unique stories from years on the road.

Junkin' Market Days - Eau Claire Spring 2025

4-7 p.m. — Eau Claire Event District — $5 admission, free for kids 12 and under — Discover a charming marketplace of vintage finds and unique goods from local vendors.

Midwest MetaParaCon

3 PM – 10 PM — 5150 Old Mill Plaza, Eau Claire, WI — Admission details pending — Dive into a captivating world of metaphysical and paranormal exploration.

Chippewa Valley Bee Expo

9 a.m. to 4 p.m. — Northern Wisconsin State Fairgrounds — $15 GA, FREE for 10/under — Explore presentations and demos focused on bees, gardening, and honey crafts.

Whimsy Workshop: Inside Buildings and Furniture

6-8 p.m. — Decadent Gifts & Gallery — $22.13 — Unleash your creativity by drawing whimsical indoor scenes from your favorite characters.

R3 Recreational Sports Day

12:30-2:30 p.m. — Bowl Winkle's — Free entry — Enjoy a fun afternoon of unified bowling with R3 UCS students and teachers.

Trampled By Turtles Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Pablo Center at the Confluence — $53.61 - $103.54 — Experience the energetic fusion of bluegrass and rock from this Duluth-based band.

Technique Tuesday - Whimsy Workshop: Wonky Vases and Florals

6-8 p.m. — Decadent Gifts & Gallery — $22.13 — Unleash creativity with stunning, colorful floral designs and unique vase creations.