The Lakely Presents: Open Mic Night

Join us each week on Tuesdays for Open Mic Night with a plethora of entertainment and experiences, from singer/songwriters and instrumentals to poetry and spoken word — anything goes, and you never know what (or who!) you might see or hear! Both established and emerging artists in the Chippewa Valley are encouraged to perform! EVENT […]

Late Night Jazz: Cathy Herndon

Cathy (Otterson) Herndon has the unique ability to please audiences anywhere with her crystal-clear voice and refined touch at the piano. Cathy grew up in Strum, Wisconsin where she learned to play several instruments as a child. During high school she was a member of the acclaimed musical group, THE KIDS FROM WISCONSIN. After earning […]

Live On The Lakely Stage: Scott Wilcox

Scott Wilcox is no stranger to success in the music industry. With a career that spans decades, he has achieved a level of recognition and acclaim that many songwriters only dream of. From winning the Bob Dylan Songwriting Award twice to performing on the Oprah Winfrey Lifeclass Show, Wilcox has become a household name in […]

Late Night Jazz: The Quadrantids

The Quadrantids are a jazz quartet comprised of Sue Orfield (sax), Tyler Lustek (keys), Jeremy Boettcher (bass), and North Skager (drums). Named after an annual early January meteor shower, the Quadrantids will appear at the Lakely on the evening of January 6th to provide you with a cutting-edge straight-ahead jazz experience that will musically and […]

Live On The Lakely Stage: Fireside Tunes w/ Emm K

Fireside Tunes is back by popular demand!!! At Fireside Tunes, you can expect an emotive musical experience of local, regional, and occasionally touring artists with a strong lean towards acoustic, folk, and Americana styles. Fireside Tunes offers listeners a well-rounded sound, with occasional notes of indie, rock, and other musical genres. Fireside Tunes is held […]

Mean Girls Trivia

THAT’S SO FETCH! This isn’t just any trivia night, it's a COOL trivia night! Gather your friends and frenemies for Mean Girls Trivia night at The Lakely on January 11th from 7-9 PM! Sign up in teams of 4 or less by calling (715)-839-0601 to guarantee your spot... and we promise, we'll let you sit with […]

Live On The Lakely Stage: Emily Watkins

Emily Watkins has been an active member of the Chippewa Valley music scene for over ten years. During her time with Grammy-nominated UW-Eau Claire’s Jazz Ensemble I, the group was awarded the Downbeat Award for Best Undergraduate College Big Band. She currently plays in several jazz groups, including Cathy Reitz & 7 Swing and the […]

Late Night Jazz: Josh Gallagher Group

Josh Gallagher attended the Berklee College of Music on a full ride scholarship and played in the Brubeck Institute Jazz Sextet. After living in New York City, he returned to Eau Claire. Catch this masterful and swinging pianist in action leading his group.