There has been speculation on Facebook about the fate of the old Jehovah’s Witness Kingdom Hall on Hwy 124 for months and now it is clear. There was a major renovation to the building and Riverview Animal Hospital moved from the Northridge Center to its new location. A ribbon cutting took place on October 27.
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Updated Calendar: Mon, Nov 9 – Sun, Nov 22
Nov9
Making Veterans Day Happen This Year
Local Veterans Day events are hard to come by this year, but Chippewa Valley residents are finding ways to acknowledge veterans and send well-wishes to active service members.
A plaque was dedicated with an honor guard and flyover on Tuesday at Chippewa Manor, the YMCA is accepting care items for troops through Friday and The Frog Hop in Cadott is hosting a craft fundraiser for Klein Hall on November 14 from 10-2.
Even without a parade there is time to reflect on war and peace this Veteran’s Day. With a troop draw-down scheduled overseas, we can all hope for more peace this Holiday season.
https://www.ymca-cv.org/troops
https://hh4hope.com/events/veterans-day-craft-and-vendors-event/
Pumpkins and Sunshine
A record-breaking November heatwave is providing inspiration to a young artist on the north side of Chippewa Falls.
At age 2 1/2, he can write the alphabet, draw the sun, and almost spell pumpkin. His preferred medium is chalk on concrete.
Some Ways to Donate in Chippewa Falls
Perhaps it is the approaching holidays that get local residents thinking about giving. I have spotted a few opportunities for direct donations in the community. While many non-profits are on the up-and-up, others are not and some file tax returns that reveal that fundraising is where most donations go so be careful.
While big donors are often rewarded by tax breaks and naming rights, it is possible for regular people to help by donating food, warm clothing, medical supplies and other goods directly which are passed along to their neighbors.
For example, the Red Cross has blood drives scheduled at First Presbyterian Church and the Chippewa Falls Moose Lodge on November 23. First Presbyterian Church takes unused medical supplies and food donations. L.E. Phillips’ Career Development Center takes in food and household goods and has a small serve-yourself food pantry. The English Lutheran Church in Lafayette and the Chippewa Falls Library also set out food items for those in need. Hot meals are being served at Agnes’ Table and Barnabas Coffeehouse on alternating days and Barnabas has small household items as well. Also, Chippewa Falls Main Street has a serve-yourself winter clothing donation outside their office. I am sure I have missed some in Chippewa Falls and more opportunities are available in Eau Claire.
The ADRC provides valuable information in their monthly publication at many newsstands and via email or phone: https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/adrc/consumer/chippewa.htm
Updated 11/04/2020 at 2:58PM & 9:46PM
Wildlife on the Move in the Chippewa Valley
It is the time of year that wildlife is on the move. I was near the Northern Center last month, anticipating turkey, when these geese appeared, probably looking to fatten up.
These antlerless deer appeared in my backyard last month and at the beginning of November, two bucks could be seen on the DNR trailcam.
Stunning Sunset on the Southside
The subtle and ever-changing gradient in last night’s sunset could be seen all around town, but I grabbed these shots near Park Avenue with my phone.
I then put it away to just enjoy life. These moments are a reminder to take in the local surroundings and appreciate the moment.
Be good to each other and best wishes to all!
Updated Calendar: Mon Nov 2 – Nov 15, 2020
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Spooky Halloween Night
Under the full moon, local residents found unique ways to celebrate Halloween across town.
Cars lined up and the Fairgrounds once again hosted music into the night.
Mulling over Halloween
While Autumn Harvest Winery closed out their season last Saturday with the Marigold Cafe serving food outside, River Bend Winery is celebrating Halloween as they can by serving Mulled Wine and hosting a pet costume party in the lawn.
A rare Halloween “blue” moon is expected on this year’s somber holiday. Our Northside home near Ojibwa Golf Course has decorations and gift bags on the porch and a friend of mine on Prairie Street is doing something similar for any folks seeking safe yet sort of traditional trick-or-treating.
River Bend Winery
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