Good Day
Eau Claire
Friday, November 28th, 2025
Good morning, Eau Claire. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local fire departments in Eau Claire, Altoona (and Township) kicked off the 29th Keep the Wreath Green campaign with a goal to keep every wreath light green by avoiding major fire damage. The campaign runs from Thanksgiving to New Year's Day (each red light means a severe fire response), reminding residents of the risks during the holiday season. WEAU
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Old Abe was captured as an eaglet in Chippewa Valley and traded to farmer Dan McCann before flying with the Wisconsin 8th Infantry Division during the Civil War—his image boosted soldiers' morale and his legacy lives on in local monuments and symbols as a reminder of the Union's fight. His story connects Chippewa County to a national icon and regional pride. WEAU
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Christmas with Lorie Line
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Pablo Center at the Confluence — $87 — Celebrate the holiday season with Lorie Line's beautiful piano arrangements and heartwarming stories.
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Blue Violin Candlelight Christmas Extravaganza
7-8:30 p.m. — Pablo Center at the Confluence — Price TBA — Experience the joy of the season with Blue Violin's spectacular Candlelight Christmas concert.
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Ben Katzner Live Comedy Show
7-9 p.m. — The Plus — $15 adv, $20 door — Experience the unique humor and storytelling of comedian Ben Katzner.
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Lindsey Stirling's Snow Waltz Tour
8-10 p.m. — Sonnentag Complex — $49.50+ — Experience a high-energy celebration with a blend of virtuosic violin, dance, and holiday favorites.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The reward for conformity is that everyone likes you but yourself.
~ Rita Mae Brown
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