Let's go back to our childhoods and make paper chains. If we work together we will be able to design a tree backdrop for the store Christmas window display. November 8th, 1-3pm From the Facebook event page.

Step onto campus and experience UW-Stout Polytechnic in a new way. Stout After Hours: Art, Performance and Big Ideas is a series of evening events that brings community members together with artists, faculty, and fellow lifelong learners in some of the university's distinctive spaces. Thursday, December 10, 2026 6:30-8:30 pm In Person UW-Stout Polytechnic Robert S. Swanson Library Ink Spot (3rd Floor) Cost $40, appetizers provided, cash bar available StoutProud & Early Bird

Looking for an excuse to tie flies, drink a good beer, and talk fishing? This one’s for you. Join us the 2nd Saturday of the month for an open, informal fly tying night at Brewery Nonic in downtown Menomonie. This is a laid-back get-together for fly tiers of all skill levels — no instruction, no pressure, just good vibes and good conversation. Bring your own vise and materials, grab a beer, and tie whatever flies you feel like. Streamers, nymphs, dries, experiments that may o

What have four years of groundwater testing revealed about Dunn County's water? Join Heather Wood, Water Resource Specialist with Dunn County Environmental Services, as she shares some interesting findings and valuable insights from four years of groundwater testing across Dunn County. Heather will present “Dunn County Groundwater Testing Results and Lessons Learned After Four Years” as part of the Freshwater Friday Seminar Series on Friday, November 6, at 3 p.m. The presenta

Sylvia Tiala offers a variety of genealogy help sessions at the Library. With a passion for family history, she will be a guide to help you in your search. See her 2025 Motivational Monday interview with WEAU. SATURDAY HELP SESSIONS: Offered on the 4th Saturday of each month from 9-11am in the small meeting room. September 2026-April 2027 on the 4th Saturday of each month (no session in December). Dates are: 9/26, 10/24, 11/28, 1/23, 2/27, 3/27, 4/24. 4 PART GENEALOGY WORKSHO

Join us for a fun and productive “crafter-noon” on Nov 10th from 1-2:30pm at the Menomonie Public Library. Each participant will be given materials and instructions to make 5 holiday cards. Register HERE. Note: The class is geared towards adults. The class is FREE and open to the first 12 people who register. We can’t wait to get crafty with you! From the Menomonie Public Library website.

Develop your ability to see, interpret, and draw from observation in this welcoming class for artists at any experience level. Through guided instruction and hands-on exercises, participants will explore observation, proportion, shape, negative space, perspective, and mark-making while experimenting with a range of drawing materials and approaches. Emphasis will be placed on developing a sketchbook practice - using drawing as a way to slow down, notice details, explore ideas,

Winter is the perfect time to learn a cozy new craft—whether you want to make handmade gifts for the holidays or simply enjoy a relaxing creative hobby. In this welcoming, hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the fundamentals of crochet and build a foundation for continued practice and future projects. Your instructor, a Made@Stout maker, will introduce the tools, materials, and pattern basics needed to get started. Through demonstrations and guided practice, you’ll develop core c

Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 6:00-7:30 pm UW-Stout Polytechnic, Communication Technologies, Room 130 Register HERE. Discover the flavors of Japan through Okonomiyaki (お好み焼き), a savory pan-fried dish often described as a Japanese comfort food favorite. In this hands-on cooking workshop, you'll learn about the history and cultural significance of Okonomiyaki while preparing your own version under the guidance of your instructor using Okonomiyaki flour, shredded cabbage, and a va

Does your child struggle with anxiety? The Triple P Fear-Less Positive Parenting Program helps parents of children ages 6–14 build practical strategies to better understand and respond to their child’s anxiety, promote emotional resilience, and encourage realistic thinking. This 6-session program is FREE! Choose from a morning or evening session time. Thursdays, October 15–November 19 Register HERE. Learn tools you can use to help your child feel more confident and resilient!

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Register online HERE. Find more information about StrongBodies HERE.

The Pages and Pints Book Club is your kind of book club - come once or come to all - it's up to you! Library staff will host at brewery nønic in Menomonie from 6-7pm on: September 29 - Still True by Maggie Ginsberg October 27- Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy November 24 - The River is Waiting by Wally Lamb Don't like beer? You are still welcome to come! Like beer? Brewery nønic has plenty of options. See you there!

Join our Pickleball Lessons this fall. We are offering Pickleball 101 for beginners and Pickleball 201 for those who want to take their game to the next level. Registration opens on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 8:00 am. In person at the Recreation Department office or online HERE. From the Menomonie Parks and Recreation Facebook page.

Parents, caregivers, and educators of 4-to-7-year-olds can learn simple, proven tools to help children handle conflict and make better choices in a free, six-week online course starting Tuesday, September 22. Evening or morning options are available and are interchangeable. Taught by UW–Madison Extension family educators, “Raising a Thinking Child” teaches adults how to guide children to solve their own everyday problems, handle frustration, and consider the consequences of

Helping care for an aging parent, spouse, family member, or client can bring a lot of questions... What’s the best next step? How do families make decisions together? What support strategies actually help? Our new "Family Caregiving & Decision-Making" course is designed to make those conversations and decisions a little easier to navigate. This 3-hour, online, self-paced course gives you practical tools to better understand: Common challenges family caregivers face Different

UW-Stout is offering a continuing education program on constructive dialogue. Dates are September 10, 17, and 24, 2026, from 6:00-7:30 pm. This is an in-person class located in Harvey Hall. The cost varies. Check HERE for more information. In a time of polarization, many people feel stuck between speaking up and keeping the peace. This three-part series offers a different path—one that honors free expression while strengthening our ability to listen, understand, and engage

LIVESTRONG® at the YMCA is a free 12-week evidence-based program, tailored to the specific needs of adult cancer survivors who would like to improve their quality of life before, during, and after treatment. We offer small group sessions to connect participants to other cancer survivors looking to reclaim their lives. Our certified instructors and personal trainers have undergone specialized training in the elements of cancer, rehabilitative exercise, and supportive cancer ca