Good morning, Eau Claire.

Western Dairyland's Fresh Start program provided tools for success and housing support until AmeriCorps funding cuts halted a construction project in Strum—disappointing the youths involved.

With funding restored, the organization has hired a new program coordinator who is training and recruiting participants for the 25—26 program year to complete smaller building projects with Habitat for Humanity and gain practical construction skills.

The Community Table Inc. is hosting its 7th Annual Dessert Extravaganza today from 5 to 7 p.m. at The Brewing Projekt in downtown Eau Claire—featuring hors d'oeuvres, desserts from local bakers, and a raffle drawing to fund their mission.

Special guests include Kevin the Balloon Guy and Miss Wisconsin 2025, Willow Newell.

Chippewa Valley Technical College is hosting the Give Vets a Smile event to offer free dental care, lung tests and more for veterans—registration is open for those seeking care in the near future.

The L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library closed its off-site materials return locations on September 19 due to a staffing shortage, with the last day for returns being September 18.

The library is hiring a morning van driver & expects the return boxes to reopen in early October while on-site returns and MORE consortium libraries remain available.

The UW-Eau Claire Foundation launched a fundraiser this week to help UWEC students and a staff member displaced by last Friday’s fire at the historic David Drummond House on State Street, where three firefighters were injured while battling the blaze — donations for the Blugold Emergency Support Fund will cover emergency needs like new laptops, deposits, and clothing.

The UW-Eau Claire Foundation and the College of Business hosted their third sports summit, where over 200 students met Blugold alumni to learn about careers in the sports industry — the event offered insights for students from varied programs.

UW-Eau Claire will celebrate its 100th homecoming weekend from October 2-4 with a parade returning to Water Street at 10 a.m. on Saturday, and alumni along with students will gather to honor a century of tradition and new campus updates such as the Sonnentag and science building — a sign of the university’s evolving spirit.

Eau Claire County is partnering with WRR Environmental to host the third and final Clean Sweep event today at 5200 Ryder Road from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. — residents can drop off household hazardous waste for free if items are in original containers with labels.

Eau Claire North held off Eau Claire Memorial—24-21—when a goal line stand as time expired ended the tight game on Friday in an intense crosstown rivalry.

UW-Eau Claire upset top-ranked UW-Whitewater in a five-set match at the Sonnentag Event Center on Friday — the team set a record crowd during a dedication for coach Lisa Herb and pioneer Clare Hohmen.

Bailey Leeke led with a season-high 25 kills as the Blugolds improved their WIAC record to 1-0 and will face UW-La Crosse on Sept. 24 at 7 p.m.

Amy Grant Concert

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Pablo Center at the Confluence — Ticket Price TBA — Experience a legendary evening with Amy Grant as she performs her heartfelt songs from a career spanning four decades.

67th Annual Kiwanis Paul Bunyan Flapjack Feed

7 a.m. to 1 p.m. — Memorial High School — $10 Adults; $5 Children under 12; FREE for 3/under — Feast on flapjacks and support local youth programs while enjoying appearances by Paul Bunyan and the 'Pancake Man'.

S. Carey and John Raymond Live

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Pablo Center at the Confluence — Ticket price TBA — Experience the world premiere of 'Shadowlands' arrangements with jazz ensemble and distinguished alumni.

Moms Unhinged Standup Comedy Show

7-10 p.m. — Pablo Center at the Confluence — Ticket Price TBA — Enjoy a night filled with laughter as comedians tackle the ups and downs of motherhood and life.

Black Violin Performance

7:00 PM — Pablo Center at the Confluence — $27.03 - $186.81 — Enjoy an innovative blend of classical strings and modern beats with Black Violin.

HeartWorks World Headquarters Grand Opening

10:30 AM – 1:30 PM — HeartWorks World Headquarters — Free entry — Celebrate the opening of a new community-centric center focusing on innovative health solutions.

Once More, Autumn | Fawn Haus Live at The Venue

9:00-11:30 p.m. — The Plus — $5.00 Cover — Enjoy an evening of indie folk and alternative sounds from local bands rooted in Eau Claire.

Benjamin Hinz: Artist in Residence

9 PM - 12 AM — The Plus — $10 cover — Experience a unique blend of audio-visual performances showcasing local talent every Saturday in October.

Technique Tuesday - Jewelry Classes

6-8 p.m. — Decadent Gifts & Gallery — $40 per session — Explore jewelry making techniques in a supportive, creative environment.

Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein (West End Version)

Multiple shows — Pablo Center at the Confluence — Tickets available online — Experience the hilarious monster musical comedy from the creators of The Producers.