Issue #473 April 20, 2023
Crossword
Chippewa Valley Spring Crossword | April 2023
History Outdoors
Camp Manitou: A Century of Spirit
For 100-plus years, Camp Manitou has given kids an outdoor, unplugged, and positive summertime experience
Kid Stuff V1 Events
The Great Big Hullabaloo: Partnering With Big Brothers Big Sisters
this year’s charity partner is Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Wisconsin
Music Stage
The Ludington Guard Band Celebrates 135 Years
this long-time band is celebrating a major milestone
Health Care Services
Are You Really Listening to Your Body?
self care includes checking in on your hearing, whether you’ve been thinking about it or not
Wellness Health Care
Making Room For Mental Health
mental health therapy includes innovative treatment at The Counseling Room
Recreation Outdoors
Two Days on the River: Fishing the Eau Claire Across 50 Years
the river can change, but so can the fisherman
Music
Chippewa Falls band just dropped ‘By Request’ full of fan favorites
Cover Art
On the Cover | April 20, 2023
learn more about this issue's cover art
Film People
See Also
Make your next trip one to remember with these Svalbard toursStories - Lonely PlanetOfficial Disney Baby Store | Disney Storewhen Justin Johnson heard about his parent’s prosthetic nipple biz, he decided to turn the story into a film
Opening Letters
COLUMN: Hangin' Onto Courage
when was the last time you did something that scared you?
Food+Drink
EAT SCENE: Our Annual Dining Guide’s Here. Hope You’re Hungry!
grab out April 20 issue for our huge 2023 restaurant and bar guide
Books
‘UNFALTERING FLAME’: E.C. Writer Stephanie Nesja Releases Debut Collection
four essays form collective themes of grief, loss, identity, and faith
V1 Events Staff Notes
e-bikes, trolleys, food trucks, and a Great Big Hullabaloo
Stage Theater
ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME: Speck of Dust Theatre’s Annual 24-Hour Project
a full-fledged stage production made in a day’s time
Food+Drink Events Food+Drink
Attention: Food Truck Events Ahead
upcoming and recurring food truck events in the Chippewa Valley
Tourism Recreation Attractions
TROLLEY HO! Beginning This Summer, Passenger Trolley Will Offer E.C.-Area Tours
drivers sought for trolley bus that will give visitors, locals alike a glimpse of community sites
Wellness Services
A New Kind of Care: IV Therapy Has Landed in The Valley
this E.C. biz is aiming to introduce the treatment to and educate locals
Recreation Events Outdoors
GET YOUR GAME FACE ON: ValleyCat 2023 Slated for May 20
hop on your non-motorized wheels and get (scavenger) huntin’
The Rear End
THE REAR END: When the Riverbed is a River Bed
some quick lessons in geology, garbage, and French
Recreation Outdoors
PEDALS WITH POWER: Explore Eau Claire With Full-Service E-Bike Rentals
Electric Bike Rentals opens May 1 at The Local Store
Recreation Outdoors
Bikepacking 101: Exploring the Coon Fork Overnighter Route
pack your bags and explore the woods on two wheels
Wellness Health Care
Somatics: What to Know About This New Buzzword
You may have heard of ‘somatics,’ but what really is it and how can you use it?
Local Lit
LOCAL LIT: ‘Another Year, the Birds’
poetry by Bruce Taylor
Kid Stuff Recreation Schools
WHOLE LOTTA FUN(DS): Roosevelt Elementary Pursues Playground Fundraising
E.C. elementary surging forward in efforts to fund new community playground
Music Events
GET READY TO GET DOWN: Jazz Crawl 2023
crawl on over to Eau Claire’s annual jazz event for some sweet tunes
Food+Drink
The 10 Tastiest Food Trucks and Trailers in the Valley
check out the Valley’s Top 10 food trucks, according to voters in our 2023 Best Of Poll
Recreation Entrepreneurship Outdoors
Acromoda: E.C. Native’s New Brand Adds Style to Your Hikes and Hobbies
Josh Wood is returning to his roots with hiking accessories customized for you
Recreation Outdoors
GET OUT THERE: Wisconsin 2023 State Trail Passes Now Available
take advantage of the sprawling Wisconsin outdoors by getting trail passes
Wellness Entrepreneurship
FIND YOUR PARADISE: Local Massage Therapist Offers Oncology Massages and More
Paradise Massage offers a massage specifically for those in cancer treatment or remission
Food+Drink Events Food+Drink
Food Truck Friday Rolls in for 2023
hope you’ve got an appetite, because Volume One’s mobile food party is back for 2023
Agriculture Entrepreneurship
HAPPY HATCHING: Chippewa Co. Family Sells Hatching Eggs Coast to Coast
things have gotten pretty egg-citing for the Bartholomew family
Environment Housing
Rooftop Solar Project Underway on Altoona Public Housing
grants, tax credits fund project at Solis Circle
Visual Art Design Wisconsin
STICK AROUND: The Wisconsin DNR State Park Sticker Contest Now Open
if you're a high-schooler with talent to spare, your art could be on the DNR’s vehicle passes
Diversity Cool Kids
Altoona 5-Year-Old on Target With Modeling Career
boy’s smile brightens clothing aisles in Target stores from coast to coast
Kid Stuff Books Readings
‘Brody the Lion’ Teaches Awareness and Acceptance on Autism
Dr. Kristin Wegner publishes fifth children’s book about autistic lion protagonist
Beer Food+Drink
GET PEACHY WITH IT: Leinenkugel’s ‘Juicy Peach’ Launches Nationwide
first released last year exclusively in the Great Lakes region, the sour will now be available across the U.S.A.
Kid Stuff Events History
20 YEARS OF TIME TRAVEL: The Past Passed Here Event Returns for 20th Year
journey into the sights and sounds of olden Chippewa County at this year's event
Recreation Community Orgs
SAVING THE POOL: Community Input Sought on Chippewa Falls Pool
a year-long community effort in keeping the C.F. pool open now seeks community input on possible amenities
Readings Events
IT’S NATIONAL POETRY MONTH: Several Eau Clairians Part of Wisconsin Writers Event
six-poet reading event features four locals, including two UWEC profs
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