Chippewa Valley, Wisconsin Plans a Busy Winter!

“Castaways’ Christmas” – Fanny Hill Inn & Dinner Theater
He’s done it again! Mr. Hodgins’ ability to make people laugh and still give them that warm and fuzzy holiday feeling is amazing. This time we celebrate the yuletide with a group of people stranded on an uncharted desert island. The group gets a visit from a very “special” guest who may be able to help them out. Does this sound familiar? It should! And you might just recognize some of the castaways!
Date: November 7, 2003-January 18, 2004
Location: Fanny Hill Inn & Dinner Theater, Eau Claire, WI
Time: Matinees and evening shows available. Please call (888) 523-3866 for more information.
Cost: $27.95 show only/$39.95 dinner & theater (Thursday and Sunday)/$41.95 dinner & theater
(Friday and Saturday)

Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker
Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker combines the family favorite with a special prayer for peace. The Russian Nutcracker has charmed us for more than a century because it takes its audience to a world of enchantment and peace where dreams are made real, language is no barrier and it is always the season of love and giving.
Date: November 13, 2003
Location: Eau Claire Regional Arts Center-State Theatre, Downtown Eau Claire, WI
Time: 7:30 pm
Cost: $25.00 to $42.00

Mabel Tainter Fine Arts & Crafts Faire
Shopping for unique holiday gifts is a spectacular event at the Mabel Tainter Memorial Theater, the heart of downtown Menomonie. Original artwork takes center stage on all three floors of the theater with 50 artists and craft persons from across the Midwest.
Date: November 14-15, 2003
Location: Mabel Tainter Theater, Menomonie, WI
Time: Friday – 11:00 am to 8:00 pm, Saturday – 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Cost: Admission is $3.00

Victorian Christmas
Wilson Place is decorated for the Christmas season with dozens of themed Christmas Trees.
Date: November 15, 2003-January 4, 2004
Location: Wilson Place Mansion, Menomonie, WI
Time: 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Cost: Adults – $5.00, Seniors – $4.50, Students – $3.00

“Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella” – Eau Claire Children’s Theater
The timeless enchantment of a magical fairytale is reborn with the R & H hallmarks of originality, charm and elegance. The hearts of children and adults alike will soar when the slipper fits- and just in time to usher in the holiday season.
Date: November 20-23, 2003
Location: Eau Claire Regional Arts Center-State Theatre, Downtown Eau Claire, WI
Time: Thursday – 6:30 pm, Friday – 7:30 pm, Saturday – 1:30 pm & 7:30 pm, Sunday 1:30 pm
Cost: $8.00 for youth and $12.00 for adults

Sinterklaas Markt
The 15th Annual Sinterklaas Markt Holiday Art and Craft Fair features artists throughout the Midwest. Enjoy over 90 exhibitors with quality hand-crafted gifts, arts and home accessories. Find that special gift for the holidays or treat yourself. The event also features live holiday music and strolling carolers.
Date: November 21-22, 2003
Location: Holiday Inn Convention Center, Downtown Eau Claire, WI
Time: Friday – 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm, Saturday – 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Cost: $2.00, children 11 and under are free.

Grand Lighting of the Christmas Village
Count down as thousands of lights come alive at the Christmas Village in Irvine Park. Then walk through and enjoy refreshments and see Mr. & Mrs. Santa!
Date: November 28, 2003
Location: Irvine Park, Chippewa Falls, WI
Time: 6:00 pm
Cost: Free admission

Tonic Sol-Fa
This a capella group promises to bring its show to the seats and the audience to its feet. Tonic Sol-Fa delivers a fast-paced, interactive show with eye-catching effects, silly antics and crowd pleasing music. Part spontaneous interaction and part inventive production, a Tonic Sol-Fa performance usually includes impromptu performances from audience members and always showcases an all-vocal sound.
Date: December 2, 2003
Location: Eau Claire Regional Arts Center-State Theatre, Downtown Eau Claire, WI
Time: 7:30 pm
Cost: $15.00, $10.00 – children 12 and under

Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides
Enjoy a horse-drawn wagon ride through the Christmas Village and downtown Chippewa Falls.
Date: December 2, 4, 9, 16 and 18, 2003
Location: Leave from Gordy’s Hardware Hank, Columbia Street, Chippewa Falls, WI
Time: 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Cost: $1.00. Advance tickets go on sale at Gordy’s IGA service counter on November 28.

Bridge to Wonderland Parade
Downtown Chippewa Falls lights up during this festive event. Share a magical holiday evening by enjoying this illuminated and musical parade with friends and family. Free hot beverages are available during the parade.
Date: December 6, 2003
Location: Bridge Street, downtown Chippewa Falls, WI
Time: 6:00 pm
Cost: Free

The Three Tenors – Christmas from Dublin
Celebrate the holidays with a genuine Irish Christmas! Filled with songs of the season such as “Little Drummer Boy”, “Adeste Fideles”, “Silent Night” and many more, this show is full of warmth, charm and music. Call early for tickets, they will go fast!
Date: December 11, 2003
Location: Memorial High School, Eau Claire, WI
Time: 7:30 pm
Cost: $20.00 to $25.00

“Nuncrackers”
This fourth show in the popular “Nunsense” series find the Little Sisters of Hoboken back at it again as they host their first live Christmas special in the basement of the Mount St. Helen’s School. Chaos ensues as the broadcast doesn’t quite come together as expected, but the nuns somehow manage to pull it off. Join the nuns for an evening of holiday merriment, tuneful songs and that non-stop “nonsensical” humor. A perfect addition to your holiday season celebration.
Date: December 11-14, 2003
Location: Eau Claire Regional Arts Center-State Theatre, Downtown Eau Claire, WI
Time: Thursday, Friday, Saturday – 7:30 pm, Sunday – 1:30 pm

**for more information on any of the above events please contact the Chippewa Valley Convention & Visitors Bureau at (715) 831-2345 or (888) 523-3866, or check out our web-site at www.chippewavalley.net

September 30, 2003   Posted in: United States Central