Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 16th of November.
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🏘️ Community
Families gathered at Eleva Lake Park for the second annual Light Up the Park event hosted by Eleva-Strum Rail Riders and Hopland-Moen American Legion Post 459, enjoying fireworks, a light display, Santa, and the Grinch during the holiday season.
Organizers said the lights are on nightly from 4:40 p.m. to 11 p.m.—they can also be seen from 5 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. through mid-January.
🏈 Sports
WIAC football ended its regular season when UW-Eau Claire lost their finale to #10 UW-Platteville — while #4 UW-River Falls clinched its first outright WIAC title since 1985.
In a key game, #14 UW-La Crosse shut out UW-Stevens Point — rounding out the season.
🎉 Eau Claire Events
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Live Music: Mooncats
8 PM — Mousetrap Tavern — Free entry — Enjoy the Americonscious Campfire Folk sounds of Mooncats as they celebrate their new album release.
Paint Mid-Century Modern Cats
4-7 p.m. — Mr. Kitty's Cat Café & Boutique — $40+ — Explore the charm of the 1950s while painting delightful cat designs inspired by Mid-Century modern styles.
Kathryn Ryan CD Release Party
6-9 p.m. — The Lakely — Free entry — Celebrate the launch of Kathryn Ryan's new CD with special opening acts and original music.
Them Coulee Boys Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Pablo Center at the Confluence — Ticket Price TBA — Experience the Americana sound of Them Coulee Boys with special emphasis on their latest album and support for a local charity.
Live Music: October Tree
2-5 p.m. — River Bend Winery & Distillery — Free entry — Enjoy acoustic covers from popular artists with October Tree in a relaxing winery setting.
Opera & Musical Theatre Workshop Ensemble Performance
7:30 PM — Haas Fine Arts Center — $3-$9 — Experience a delightful evening of opera and musical theatre scenes by talented emerging voices.
Christmas Tea & Menomonie Mansions Tour
11:30 a.m. — Volume One & The Local Store — $55-$60 — Experience a magical afternoon of Victorian tea and historic trolley touring through Menomonie's charming past.
UW-Eau Claire GEEKcon 2025
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM — W.R. Davies Student Center — $3 entry or 2 non-perishable food donations; FREE for students/staff/alumni w/ID — A day of mystery for clue chasers and codebreakers in a family-friendly environment.
UW-Eau Claire Holiday Concert
2-3:30 p.m. — Pablo Center at the Confluence — $12-26 — Celebrate the holiday season with renowned performances from various UW-Eau Claire music ensembles.
Banff Mountain Film Festival - Monday Films
6-9 p.m. — Pablo Center at the Confluence — Tickets required — Experience stunning outdoor films showcasing adventure and exploration around the globe.
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