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The annual Festival of Toys gives Chippewa Valley children in need a happy holiday, with help from the community through donations of new, unwrapped toys, as well as monetary donations!

You can donate new, unwrapped toys at these locations:

• Festival Foods Stores in Eau Claire/Chippewa Falls
• LE Phillips Senior Center – 1616 Bellinger St – Eau Claire

All donations collected will be distributed to Families in need by Family Promise of the Chippewa Valley with some additional help from Boys and Girls Club, Salvation Army, Spirit of Christmas, and Jason’s Presents.

Want to make a donation? Click Below! No amount is too small, even $1 helps provide area families with a happier holiday. ANY donation is appreciated.

Thursday, November 25th at 10am: This Thanksgiving the stations of Mid-West Family Eau Claire are once again teaming up with HyVee to give thanks and give turkeys to our friends and neighbors in need.

Starting at 10am on Tuesday, November 25th, we will be handing out free turkeys to those in need, no questions asked (while supplies last).

If you would like to donate to help us feed even more families, you can stop into Hy-Vee on Friday, November 21st between 6am and 1pm for our donation drive.

Sunday, November 9th at 3pm: Spirit Lutheran Church in Eau Claire welcomes you to enjoy an evening of music celebrating the seasons of Thanksgiving and Christmas – with a special salute to our U.S. Military veterans in honor of Veterans Day. Proceeds to benefit the Salvation Army of the Chippewa Valley (minimum donation: $10)

Sunday, September 28th Helpful Hearts Presents: Designer Purse Bingo! Doors open at noon, bingo starts at 1pm, at Westgate Sportsman Club in Eau Claire.

This is your chance at snagging a designer purse and other excellent prizes. Seats are limited, this event WILL SELL OUT. Proceeds benefit the Helpful Hearts Foundation, a local non-profit that assists deserving families in our area who could not otherwise give a proper funeral to a loved one.

Bingo packets can be purchased for $40. Table reservations available for groups of 6 or more for an additional $10. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.

Tickets available at:
The Arc in Banbury Place: 800 Wisconsin St – Bldg 2 – Suite 101, Eau Claire
Gilbertson’s Cleaners & Tailors: 2128 Sherwin Ave, Eau Claire

Thursday, August 7th – Support your local Boys & Girls Club on Lemonade Day!

In addition to raising funds and awareness for the Boys & Girls Clubs, Lemonade Day is an event where kids learn about becoming an entrepreneur and the importance of marketing, financial literacy, customer service, joint ventures & more. By participating in Lemonade Day, you can make their members “business” a success!

Visit the locations below between 10am and 3pm for lemonade made by Club kids, or pre-order Lemonade packages for
your friends, family, and co-workers! Delivery available!

ALTOONA

• Altoona Library
• Group Health Cooperative
• Prevail Bank
• WNB Financial

CHIPPEWA FALLS

• Chippewa Falls Club
• Festival Foods – Lake Hallie
• Mason Corporate
• Micon Cinema
• Northwestern Bank

EAU CLAIRE

• Lee & Mary Markquart Club
• Kristo Orthodontics
• Nicolet Bank
• Prestige Auto
• Ramones Ice Cream Parlor
• US Bank – Downtown
• Walgreens – Hastings location

MENOMONIE

• Menomonie Club- River Heights
• BMO
• Culvers
• Dick’s Fresh Market
• Bridge to Hope

Wednesday, July 16th: Eau Freedom Fun Run and Fest is a family-friendly summer event to raise awareness and funds for the work of Fierce Freedom. Fierce Freedom is a 501c3 organization dedicated to protecting and empowering young people and vulnerable individuals in our community, facilitating collective impact to end the cycle of human trafficking.

Eau Freedom will include a fun run, which requires registration. Other activities at the festival will include food trucks, music, prizes, children’s activities, a creation station, a Fierce Friends area highlighting community resources with complementary aims, a Fierce Freedom education area and a special program at 7:00 p.m. featuring the The Jam. Join us to run, walk, volunteer for justice!

Learn more + Register

Friday June 20th, 11am – 4pm: The Garding Against Cancer Golf Outing is coming to Hickory Hills Golf Course in Eau claire. Bid on silent auction items like a kayak, Brewers and Badgers Tickets, plus golf packages, jewelry and more.

Even if you’re not golfing–you are welcome to stop by for 15 minutes or all 5 hours! Proceeds go directly to Cancer Research through UW Health Carbone Cancer Center in Madison.

May 16th-17th: The Chippewa Falls Rotary Foundation is thrilled to bring another year of celebrations in 2025! Join us May 16th & 17th at the Northern Wisconsin State Fairgrounds to celebrate the beginning of Spring in Wisconsin!

2025 DAILY SCHEDULE

Friday, May 16:
Gates open at 4:30pm
5:00pm-5:45pm 30-Minute Difference
6:00pm-6:45pm Mach 1
7:00pm-9:00pm Rival 5
9:30pm-11:30pm The Hype

Saturday, May 17:
Gates open at 1:00pm
1:30pm-4:00pm Contradiction
4:30pm-8:00pm Boogie & the Yo-Yo’z
8:30pm-11:30pm John Stone & the Trailer Park All-Stars

Gate Admission and Parking:
Friday and Saturday – Parking is free and Gate Admission is included with your VIP, Reserved, or General Admission purchase.

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Friday May 9th: Get ready for the ultimate showdown of lip-syncing talent in the Chippewa Valley! Cause for Celebrations proudly presents the Chippewa Valley Lip Sync Battle, where performers from all walks of life come together to showcase their lip-syncing prowess and entertain audiences in support of charitable causes.

Date: May 9, 2025
Time: 5:00 pm
Location: High Country at Eau Claire Event District

Join us for an electrifying evening filled with music, laughter, and unforgettable performances. From solo acts to group ensembles, participants will take the stage and channel their inner rock stars, divas, and pop icons as they lip-sync to their favorite 80s songs.

But this isn’t just any lip-sync battle – it’s a battle with heart. All proceeds from the event will go towards supporting the vital work of non-profit organizations in the Greater Chippewa Valley. By attending the Chippewa Valley Lip Sync Battle, you’re not only in for a night of entertainment but also making a meaningful difference in our community.

Saturday, March 8th – Join us for the Chippewa Falls Polar Plunge at Loopy’s! Take the plunge to support over 1,400 athletes of Special Olympics Wisconsin! ARE YOU IN? Sign up today at https://plungechippewa.funraise.org/

Parking at the event is limited. Please use the shuttle stop to get to the event unless you need a handicap spot. Parking information can be found here.

Schedule:
9:30AM-11:30AM Registration & Plunger Check In
12:00PM Plunging Begins