Parade of Homes Celebrating 50 Years

The 50th Year of the Parade of Homes is happening June 8-15th, and this is your chance to see beautiful new and remodeled homes to get inspiration for your own, check out new design trends, and talk to area builders and remodelers about your next home or remodeling project.  “We are excited that this event…

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Contouring vs. Bronzing: Mastering the Art of Definition and Glow

Hey everyone, it’s Meg Ann Lee.  With summer in full swing, our makeup gets warmer and more glowy and when it comes to achieving a flawless makeup look, understanding the difference between contouring and bronzing is key. One of the biggest questions I get as a makeup artist is how to contour, so this week…

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The Doll and Pet Parade’s 77th Year

There’s nothing cuter than kids, animals, and a parade – and it’s a tradition that’s been around for 77 years! The Doll and Pet Parade is back this year for its 77th year, and the Clear Water Kiwanis Club is excited to bring it back for the community.  “Clear Water [Kiwanis] loves hosting this Eau…

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Free Summer Activities

Summer is just around the corner! The kids will be out of school soon if they aren’t already. Soon enough they’ll be home every day to drive you crazy. So let’s talk about some free stuff to do right here in Eau Claire to keep them occupied all summer long. Parks This one is simple,…

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Pedal To These Events During Bike Week in Eau Claire

Wisconsin Bike Week is taking place June 1-8, with some events taking place even before then! Bike Chippewa Valley is putting together an awesome slate of events for cyclists ranging from newbies to experts, and it’s sure to be a blast. Check out the schedule below! Thursday, May 30: Pedal Safe Family Night 5:30pm-7:30pm, Shift…

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Sculpture Tour Gains 40+ Sculptures

Over 40 new sculptures are adorning the streets of Eau Claire, as the new 2024-2025 Sculpture Tour is off and running! The sculpture tour will remain the biggest outdoor rotating sculpture tour in the nation, at around 120 sculptures.  “It’s part of what makes Eau Claire special. There’s so many wonderful things about Eau Claire,…

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Blended Family Boundaries

Blending families can always be tough. You’re not only changing your life, but you’re changing your children’s lives as well. There’s a lot of emotions to work through and different parenting styles to cope with. So how do you navigate it? Here are some healthy boundaries to set for your partner and your kids. Decide…

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Revel Bar/Golden Leaf Cafe

Golden Leaf Cafe in Menomonie is the location of a small milestone in the process of my family life. It is the place where, in mid-2016, my then-fiancée/now-wife and I met with the pastor who would ultimately officiate the wedding. This was a location on her suggestion; it made since for my wife, being the…

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