Good morning, Eau Claire.

The Chippewa Valley Veterans Tribute Foundation invites the community to honor veterans with a Memorial Day ceremony and Legacy Stone dedication at River Prairie Veterans Park in Altoona on Memorial Day.

Comedian Charlie Berens will headline a free two-day event on June 13 at the High Country event center in Eau Claire, featuring musical guests and talks on proposed hyperscale data centers + a Neighborhood Summit will follow on June 14 at Knappa Valley in Knapp to help residents organize a response.

A new Star Wars movie, The Mandalorian and Grogu, is now showing at Micon Eau Claire, Chippewa Falls, and Oakwood Mall, featuring Pedro Pascal and Sigourney Weaver as galactic heroes.

Other films include the horror movie Passenger and a 25th-anniversary screening of Legally Blonde (Micon Downtown Cinema is closed).

A black bear was seen at L.E.

Phillips Memorial Public Library on Thursday — it approached a window before heading toward the woods — and local authorities advise residents to keep their distance.

Gov. Tony Evers ordered flags to fly at half-staff on Memorial Day and the flags will be lowered from sunrise to noon on May 25 to honor fallen service members and their families.

WisDOT announced several road projects affecting drivers during Memorial Day weekend.

Motorists from Eau Claire to nearby areas may face lane closures + reduced speed limits on key routes like US 53 and I-94, with detours in place until restrictions ease after the holiday.

American Red Cross guidelines advise families in Eau Claire to use layers of protection as summer ramps up, stressing the need for a dedicated water watcher (avoiding phone distractions) and proper rescue steps near pools, lakes, or rivers.

Elk Mound baseball earned a share of the Cloverbelt title after an 8-5 win over Regis.

The victory boosts their season record.

Wayne Manthey Drum Making Workshop

12-4 p.m. — Everest Collective — $160-$190 | Limited Registration — Create your own drum while building friendships and enjoying a unique storytelling experience.

Name That Tune Trivia: Disney Film Edition

7-8:30 p.m. — The Plus — Free entry — Test your Disney music knowledge for a chance to win prizes and enjoy a fun trivia night.

Mandala Creation Class

6-8 p.m. — Decadent Gifts & Gallery — $50 plus fees — Unleash your creativity by painting mandalas on vinyl records and practice mindfulness in a calming atmosphere.

Sunday Funday: Late-Night Board Games

9 PM - 1 AM — The Plus — Free entry — Enjoy an exciting night of board games with demos, prizes, and community fun.

Wire Wrapped Swords Jewelry Class

6-8 p.m. — Decadent Gifts & Gallery — Cost varies — Learn to craft wire jewelry shaped like medieval swords with no prior experience needed.

Winery and Distillery Trolley Tour

1:30-5 p.m. — Volume One & The Local Store — Cost includes samples — Experience scenic views and enjoy guided tastings at three local wineries and distilleries.

Eraser Stamp Carving Workshop

6-8 p.m. — Decadent Gifts & Gallery — Beginner-friendly — Create your own unique designs by carving stamps from erasers in this engaging workshop.

Akeem Woods Comedy Shows

Evening performances — The Plus — Tickets required — Enjoy three nights of laughter with Akeem Woods, a celebrated comedian from NYC's Comedy Cellar.

Akeem Woods Comedy Shows

Multiple performances — The Plus — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with Akeem Woods, a rising comedy star known for his work on major platforms.

Glenn Miller Orchestra Concert

7:00 PM — Pablo Center at the Confluence — $42-$64 — Experience the iconic sounds of the legendary Glenn Miller Orchestra as they transport you back to the Swing Era.