Summerfest 2011

It's Summerfest this Saturday.

Head to downtown Eau Claire from 10AM to 10PM for family fun in the Kid's Zone, with a petting zoo and bounce house, see the Strong Man competition, a classic car show, performaces by many local performers, Chalkfest, music, crafts and more.

Get all the details here Summerfest 2011

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Country Jam USA

It's this weekend!

Country Jam USA is July 21st to 23rd on the Jam Grounds on Crescent Avenue in Eau Claire. Three days of great music and fun, featuring Blake Shelton, Martina McBride, Zac Brown Band and many more great artists.

Get all the times, ticket information, and map with driving directions from their website Country Jam USA

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Water Street Mile

12th Annual Water Street Mile is Saturday July 9th on Water Street, downtown Eau Claire. The Water Street Mile is a one-mile "all comers" race with 13 race divisions.

Register on site from 7AM to 8:30AM at Menomonie Street Dental. Race begins at 9AM.

This race benefits the participants and programs at the L.E. Phillips Senior Center. Get more details at the Indianhead Track Club website

Summer and Baseball

It's just not summer until you hear the words "Play Ball!"

And in Eau Claire there are not one, but two great hometown teams to cheer for, and both play at Carson Park.

The Eau Claire Express is a Northwoods League team (sanctioned by the NCAA) and plays other league teams from around Wisconsin. Get a schedule of games here eauclaireexpress.com

The Eau Claire Cavaliers are an Amateur Team and play games in Wisconsin and Minnesota. Find their schedule here eauclairecavaliers.org

So take the family and enjoy a hot dog and some great baseball. Happy Summer!

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Triathlon and Picnic

Are you up for a 2.5 mile walk/run followed by a 1 mile paddle then an 8 mile bike ride?

Whether you're ready to go, or just sit and watch, you can still enjoy the Lake Eau Claire Clear Water Triathlon and Picnic Saturday June 11th at C & G Hide Away Bar and Pavilion.

You can pre-register for the triathlon or register at the event from 1PM-2:15PM. This is a non-timed event and a fundraiser for water quality improvement.

Snacks will be available, and there will be music and a chicken dinner at 4PM.

For more details and registration see Lake Eau Claire Clear Water Triathlon & Picnic

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Need help with your yard?

May 28th, the Down to Earth Garden Center is offering a FREE landscaping lesson.

Landscaping 101, a beginner's class on how to play, layout, and install your own landscaping will be Saturday at 9AM.

Check it out and see their other classes www.dwntoearth.com

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Family Fun Weekend Events

Spend time enjoying events with the kids this weekend!

Friday May 13th is the Second Annual Fairytale Ball 6PM to 9PM at the Florian Gardens. Come dressed as your favorite fairy tale character and enjoy games, carriage rides, magic and more. Tickets are $18/Adults $8/Children $50/family of four ($5 additional child). Proceeds go to the Theatre Guild's Theatre Education classes.

Then don't miss the Doll and Pet Parade on Water Street Saturday May 14th. Registration will start at 11AM at the Holiday Gas Station. Parade will begin at 1PM. Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place.

Bring your camera!

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