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As a DECI member, you become an intricate part of the downtown revitalization efforts. Your contribution to DECI is used for the overall benefit of downtown. As the heart of the city, a strong, vibrant downtown leads to a better community in the City of Eau Claire.
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Engineers Prep Downtown for Two-Way Traffic Conversion
Two-Way Traffic Tentatively Set for Sept. 20
 You'll be noticing more changes beginning next week in preparation for the two-way traffic conversion of Graham Avenue and Barstow Street. City of Eau ClaireTransportation Engineer Ross Spitz says next week, the plans include modifying traffic signals for when the conversion takes place on September 20. The traffic island at Eau Claire and Barstow Streets will be removed. Crews will also be marking the pavement for crosswalks. During the week of September 17, barrels will be put up as will new loading zone signage. Crews will also be painting centerlines in the roadways, and removing some pavement markings. Spitz says they will also be placing electronic message boards up telling drivers of the upcoming conversion.
As for the tentative conversion taking place in the overnight hours of September 19, Spitz says a 4-way stop will be installed at Barstow and Eau Claire Streets. All one-way signage will be removed, and other necessary signage will be placed. Covers from traffic signals and new loading zone signage will be removed.
To see a detailed schedule of the downtown conversion work, please visit our website here.
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City of Eau Claire Transportation Engineer Ross Spitz and Deputy City Engineer Doug Derks go over the upcoming street changes to downtown business owners, employers, and residents, at a Project Update Meeting on Tuesday. Update Meetings are held at 7:30 am, the last Tuesday of each month, at the Firehouse on Gibson Street.
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Lots of Things are Happening
on Water Street!
Angelus Day Spa and Salon, previously located at 102 Graham Avenue, has made a new home at 506 Water Street. The salon and spa offers a variety of services such as hair care, body care, hand care, extensions, massages, and more! For a complete list and information visit their sight here.
Now a neighbor to Angelus, Avalon Floral made a short move down the block to its new location at 504 Water Street. The floral shop offers services for weddings, events, sympathy, in home design, and office design. They also have a variety of gift items. For more information visit their site here.
A brand new business has taken up residence at 310 Water Street! Rasberry Reign offers a variety of frozen yogurt flavors and over 50 toppings. The fun experience allows you to mix and match as many flavors and toppings as you would like. For more information visit their website here.
And Don't Miss the Fish!
Article by Kinzy Janssen of Volume One
A fish that takes its shape from a guitar, a Volkswagen fender, and some tornado-strewn corrugated metal has found a new home next to New York Pizza & Deli on Water Street in Eau Claire. Local found object sculptor Steve Bateman said he made the piece back in 2003 and was "storing" it in the yard of a private residence on the Eastside Hill until the residence was foreclosed upon. When friends encouraged Bateman to bring it into a more visible location, he got permission from property owners John Mogenson and Lisa Aspenson and moved it to the unoccupied square of grass. The fish, which is mounted to a pole, stands about five feet tall. While Bateman doesn't encourage touching the sculpture, he's excited about the public being able to observe it's every angle on foot. Twenty other sculptures featuring Bateman's signature style are on display around town at various private and public locations, including Banbury Place's Garbage Swan (currently headless while he makes repairs) and the 10-foot robot outside Transmission Supply and Service. He's also working on two permanent sculptural collages to flank the sign (also by Bateman) of Tangled Up in Hue on Barstow Street. The busy artist has plans to fill a few of the empty pedestals on the downtown sculpture tour soon. |
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Sign-Up for the RCU Parade of Nations!
The International Fall festival is fast approaching and set for Saturday, September 15th this year! The annual event is a celebration of the Chippewa Valley's cultural heritage, and provides the community an opportunity to learn about the people and cultures that make up West Central Wisconsin. If you are interested in participating in the RCU Parade of Nations check out our website for more information and an application. Parade of Nations entry forms must be returned by August 30th.
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Test Your Strength with "Masskrugstemmen"
at the International Fall Festival
Photo Courtesy of Big Time City
 Grab some teammates or compete in Masskrugstemmen individually! We're adding a new event to the Fall Festival! This fun competition originated in Germany and Masskrugstemmen in English can be translated into "beer-stein holding." This Bavarian tradition/sport popular Europe and is gaining momentum in the U.S. where a National Champion is crowned each year in New York's Central Park during the month of October.
The event is done by holding a liter of beer (in our case root beer from Northwoods Brew Pub!) in a large mug extended out in front of you in one arm parallel to the ground. It's held there until the arm is no longer parallel to the ground or until any of the beer is spilled- both will get you disqualified and out of the competition. The winner is the person whose arm is outstretched the longest.
Sound easy? The mug filled weighs about 5 pounds and most first-timers last only a few minutes. The world record is 19 minutes.
Rules and Regulations
- You must be able to hold "Masskrug" (a 1-liter stein filled with root beer or cream soda) with one arm stretched out in front of you parallel to the ground
- Your free hand may not be used to support your other arm.
- No touching any other contestant
- Once you spill any liquid, or move your arm so it is not parallel to the ground, you will be disqualified
- The winner is the person with their arm extended out the longest
- Enter with a team (3-6) of friends or co-workers! Or enter individually!
If you are interested in participating in Masskrugstemmen contact Tyler at tyler.romasco@eauclairewi.gov. |
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Volunteer at the
International Fall Festival
We can't make great events happen without our wonderful volunteers! Thank you to everyone who volunteered at Summer Fest! Now we need some help at our next festival. Have some fun and meet new people by volunteering at this year's International Fall
Festival! There are a variety of events and convenient times to choose from! Get a t-shirt, soda, and coupon from Hardees! Find out more and sign-up here.
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We would like to welcome our newest member:
EC Shimmy
The Shimmy Sisters are a professional fusion belly dance troupe that have been performing together since 2005. The EC Shimmy troupes are available to perform at weddings, bridal showers, birthdays, retirement parties, festivals, professional and family events. They offer professional, tasteful, and family friendly performances. For more information on EC Shimmy check out their website here. See EC Shimmy at the International Fall Festival too! |
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Thank You to our renewing individual member:
Marlene Arntson |
Swan Lake Ballet to Host Open House
The Swan Lake Ballet Studio, located in Banbury Place, will be hosting an open house on Sunday, September 16th from 1:00pm-3:00pm. Enjoy free lesson samples, free snacks, and free performances! This fall, studio owner/instructor Ganna Kotenko studio will also be conducting a nine week series of classes! For details and information about classes visit the website here.
Watch students from Swan Lake Ballet perform
at the International Fall Festival!
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We hope you have nice, safe Labor Day Weekend!
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Get the Word Out!
Would you like a little more help publicizing your Downtown event? Just put it on our calendar! Go to our website and submit your event! It's that easy!
(The link is near the bottom of the page under the calendar)
And when you're done with that, head to Facebook and 'like' our page-
Downtown Eau Claire!
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