The Oxbow Hotel

4th Annual Derby Day Celebration! A Kentucky Derby Soiree!
2022-05-07 14:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago)
Don’t miss out on the most exciting two minutes in sports!
Join us for the fourth installment of our Derby Day Celebration on The Lakely Courtyard Patio! It’s a soiree! Attendees are encouraged to dress to the nines, with prizes awarded for best hat, cutest couple, and more!

Kentucky-inspired food will be served, and there will be mint juleps galore!
In true “run for the roses fashion,” red roses will decorate our patio, we’ll have live ragtime music, and of course, you can cheer on your favorite horse!
Free to attend! Kiddos are welcome, too!

Late Night Jazz: Paul Hecht Trio
2022-05-07 20:30 - 23:30
Paul Hecht brings a wide musical curiosity and a commitment to jazz traditions in the piano/keyboard trio format. Hecht trained with musicians from Detroit and Chicago and now divides his time between Chicago and Eau Claire.
The Lakely opens at 5pm for dinner and drinks. Reservations for dinner are appreciated, but not required.

Job Fair!
2022-05-09 13:00 - 18:00
We’re hosting a job fair! If you’ve ever dreamed of working in hospitality, and sharing authentic Eau Claire experiences, we would love to meet you at our job fair! We’re hiring for a number of roles, and welcome anyone to pop in and see what we have to offer!
We’ll be hosting job fairs on two separate dates, Monday, May 9th from 1pm-6pm and Monday, May 16th from 1pm-6pm.
On-the-spot interviews will be available for the following positions:
– Server
– Night Audit
– Front Desk Clerk
– Lead Front Desk Clerk
– Front of House Manager
– Sales & Events Manager
– Room Attendant
– Housekeeping Manager
If interested, we would encourage anyone who is coming in for an on the spot interview to pre-apply at this link!

FIRESIDE TUNES on The Lakely Patio with Brian Bethke
2022-05-11 19:30 - 21:30
This brand new event, dubbed Fireside Tunes, is meant to capture the essence of some of our most-loved experiences – spending the evening outside on The Patio with folks we care about, listening to live music in a down-to-earth, low-key (but high-vibe) atmosphere, sipping craft drinks, and sharing a love of music – all around our stone-cut fire pits. 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 every other Wednesday throughout the summer and autumn on The Lakely Patio from 7:30pm to 9:30pm. In the event of inclement weather, Fireside Tunes will move inside to The Lakely Stage. This event is free to attend, but please come thirsty!
Brian Bethke is an American singer-songwriter known for his silky-smooth voice and lasting impact on the hearts and fans of listeners. Bethke has seven self-released albums and is currently set to release his new album, “Baby I’m Tired,” in 2022. Bethke’s music has been featured on radio stations around the world. He’s apperared on WPR’s “Spectrum West,” “Big River Radio Waves,” and scores the quirky music for PBS’s wildly popular television show, “Around The Farm Table.” He’s also been a regular on Eau Claire’s WAXX 104.5’s morning show. Annually, Bethke is voted into the top three in the “Best Folk Singer” category of “The Best of the Chippewa Valley,” organized by Volume One in Eau Claire, and he has one numerous times over the past 10 years.
Find Brian Bethke on Facebook and Instagram @brianbethkemusic
Are you a musician interested in gigging at Fireside Tunes? Send a note to stage@theoxbowhotel.com for more info!

Late Night Jazz: Greg Manning
2022-05-13 20:30 - 23:30
Guitarist Greg Manning will be joined by Will DeBlaey on bass and North Skager on drums for a performance featuring popular game and TV show performances. Manning owns Aviary Studios in Menomonie, WI and plays guitar in many local and regional groups, including Irie Soul.
The Lakely opens at 5pm for dinner and drinks, and music begins at 8:30pm. Reservations for dinner are appreciated, but not required. The Lakely offers Midwest comfort food, craft cocktails, and great music.

Late Night Jazz: Josh Gallagher Trio
2022-05-14 20:30 - 23:30
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.
The Lakely opens at 5pm for dinner and drinks. Reservations for dinner are appreciated, but not required.

Job Fair!
2022-05-16 13:00 - 18:00
We’re hosting a job fair! If you’ve ever dreamed of working in hospitality, and sharing authentic Eau Claire experiences, we would love to meet you at our job fair! We’re hiring for a number of roles, and welcome anyone to pop in and see what we have to offer!
On-the-spot interviews will be available for the following positions:
– Server
– Night Audit
– Front Desk Clerk
– Lead Front Desk Clerk
– Front of House Manager
– Sales & Events Manager
– Room Attendant
– Housekeeping Manager
If interested, we would encourage anyone who is coming in for an on the spot interview to pre-apply at this link!

The Lakely Presents: Clear Water Comedy Open Mic Night!
2022-05-17 20:30 - 23:00
Open Mic Night is coming to The Lakely Stage!
Join us each week on Tuesday nights as we feature Clear Water Comedy Open Mic Night with a plethora of entertainment and experiences, from musicians and comedians to improv 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!
Each week, a different artist will host the evening, and lead off the program with 20-30 minutes of their own work. Following this performance, open mic begins. Whether it is music, comedy, sketch, live readings, poetry, acting, improv- all are welcome!
TUESDAY, MAY 17 OPEN MIC HOSTED BY:
Josh Verdeja, aka CLOUDS ON BLUE
Josh Verdeja, aka CLOUDS ON BLUE, is a rapper from the Midwest who specializes in blending old school hip-hop styles with new school rap. Often using lots of wordplay and abstract flows, CLOUDS ON BLUE is an up and coming artist offering a new twist on modern rap.

EVENT DETAILS:

Artists will perform on The Lakely Stage
Showtime is at 8:30 pm
Everyone is welcome, and the show is free to attend (but please come thirsty!)

PERFORMER DETAILS:

Artists will perform on The Lakely Stage
Sign-ups begin at 8:00 pm (must be present to sign up – no phone calls, no friend sign up, etc.)

Sign up is first come first serve- order is determined by the host. Typically musicians are first, and we end the evening with the stand up comedy performers.
Each musician gets two songs.
Each performer doing a spoken piece (whether it is comedy, magic, poetry, etc.) gets five minutes.

Showtime is at 8:30 pm

Whether this is your first live performance or you’ve been around the block a few times, we welcome you to share your gift.
Come hang with us! Everyone is welcome!

Vinyl Nights: "Jammin' Through The Decades" with Ashley Wiswell
2022-05-19 19:00 - 22:00
Ashley will play music from the 60’s through today. Each hour I will highlight different artists from different decades that have made an impact on her and many others. Some artists will include: The Beatles, The Monkees, Blondie, Joy Division, New Order, and then more modern artists like Fleet Foxes, Alabama Shakes, LCD Soundsystem, The National, etc. Come check it out!
Ashley graduated from UW-Eau Claire in 2019 with a degree in Organizational Communication and German. She now is a barista at ECDC and behind the bar at The Lakely. When she’s not working, she enjoys live music, traveling, discovering new record stores, or hanging with her kitten, Vinny!

Late Night Jazz: Hannah Harder Quartet
2022-05-20 20:30 - 23:30
Up and coming saxophonist Hannah Harder brings her quartet to the Lakely for soulful renditions of jazz classics.
The Lakely boasts a locally-sourced, seasonal menu. We serve casual Midwest modern comfort foods and we feature a cleverly curated list of craft cocktails and local brews on tap and in bottles.

Late Night Jazz: Jeremy Boettcher Trio
2022-05-21 20:30 - 23:30
Bassist Jeremy Boettcher has toured the world playing various styles of music. He has performed at the prestigious Jazz at Lincoln Center-Doha and Jazz at Lincoln Center-Shanghai. Jeremy has also toured extensively in the band S. Carey. Catch his trio for a night of dynamic and swinging jazz standards.
The Lakely boasts a locally-sourced, seasonal menu. We serve casual Midwest modern comfort foods and we feature a cleverly curated list of craft cocktails and local brews on tap and in bottles.

The Lakely Presents: Clear Water Comedy Open Mic Night!
2022-05-24 20:30 - 23:00
Open Mic Night is coming to The Lakely Stage!
Join us each week on Tuesday nights as we feature Clear Water Comedy Open Mic Night with a plethora of entertainment and experiences, from musicians and comedians to improv 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!
Each week, a different artist will host the evening, and lead off the program with 20-30 minutes of their own work. Following this performance, open mic begins. Whether it is music, comedy, sketch, live readings, poetry, acting, improv- all are welcome!
TUESDAY, MAY 24 OPEN MIC HOSTED BY:
Emily Watkins
Emily Watkins is a freelance guitarist and vocalist based in Eau Claire. You can usually find her playing small-group jazz around the Chippewa Valley, and she frequently plays with local bands Uncommon Denominator, 7Swing, and Naalia. Emily is very excited for Open Mic Nights and she is looking forward to hosting!

EVENT DETAILS:

Artists will perform on The Lakely Stage
Showtime is at 8:30 pm
Everyone is welcome, and the show is free to attend (but please come thirsty!)

PERFORMER DETAILS:

Artists will perform on The Lakely Stage
Sign-ups begin at 8:00 pm (must be present to sign up – no phone calls, no friend sign up, etc.)

Sign up is first come first serve- order is determined by the host. Typically musicians are first, and we end the evening with the stand up comedy performers.
Each musician gets two songs.
Each performer doing a spoken piece (whether it is comedy, magic, poetry, etc.) gets five minutes.

Showtime is at 8:30 pm

Whether this is your first live performance or you’ve been around the block a few times, we welcome you to share your gift.
Come hang with us! Everyone is welcome!

FIRESIDE TUNES on The Lakely Patio with Wyblue
2022-05-25 19:30 - 21:30
This brand new event, dubbed Fireside Tunes, is meant to capture the essence of some of our most-loved experiences – spending the evening outside on The Patio with folks we care about, listening to live music in a down-to-earth, low-key (but high-vibe) atmosphere, sipping craft drinks, and sharing a love of music – all around our stone-cut fire pits.
Wyblue is an Indie-Folk band from Eau Claire, WI who have set out to celebrate the beauty all around us while commemorating life’s heavy moments. Too often, the weight of the world forces these memories so deep in the ground their echoes are no longer able to reverberate through your veins. So deep that one might feel insignificant. Wyblue rejects that mentality. No matter how blue you feel you are remarkable. You are valid. Conversations are hard. Music can help. This last winter, Wyblue released their first EP, Hometown which will be followed by another release later this spring. Wyblue writes and performs original music that tends to lean towards the indie-folk genre. Strong vocals, tied to soaring violin solos, beautiful harmonies, and tight musicianship are some of the highlights one can expect from Wyblue.
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 on select Wednesdays throughout the summer and autumn on The Lakely Patio from 7:30pm to 9:30pm. In the event of inclement weather, Fireside Tunes will move inside to The Lakely Stage. This event is free to attend, but please come thirsty!
Are you a musician interested in gigging at Fireside Tunes? Send a note to stage@theoxbowhotel.com for more info!

Vinyl Nights: "Practice Resurrection: A Soul Set" by DJ Brendon Hertz with Mabis
2022-05-26 19:00 - 22:00
Join us for a special pop-up edition of Vinyl Nights with DJ Brendon Hertz and special guest, Mabis!
Hertz and Mabis will spin a set that brings together neo soul sounds with classics and rarities. Put together over the last two years, the setlist reflects a period of transition and takes inspiration from the last line of a well-known Wendell Berry poem—“Practice resurrection.”
Bios:
Brendon Hertz has reinvented himself as a teacher, a meat truck driver, and a technology writer over the last decade and a half. There’s been one constant since 2005—a growing soul music record collection.
Mabis spins to please, so expect to hear a tune or two that you adore. His vinyl obsession and wide-ranging collection wouldn’t be possible without Revival Records.

Late Night Jazz: Mike Malone Trio
2022-05-27 20:30 - 23:30
Mike Malone is a dynamic percussionist based out of Northeast Wisconsin. He performs over 200 gigs annually ranging from jazz to R&B. He tours with Five By Design and has toured with Five By Design, Ray Brown Jr, and The Glenn Miller Orchestra. He will be joined by Jeremy Boettcher and Josh Gallagher.
The Lakely opens at 5pm for dinner and drinks, with music beginning at 8:30pm. Reservations for dinner are appreciated, but not required.

Late Night Jazz: Sue Orfield Trio
2022-05-28 20:30 - 23:30
Local favorite Sue Orfield will be featured in a trio with Josh Gallagher on piano and Jeremy Boettcher on bass. Enjoy a cocktail and relax during this dynamic night of jazz and Sue’s originals.
The Lakely opens at 5pm for dinner and drinks. Reservations for dinner are appreciated, but not required.

The Lakely Presents: Clear Water Comedy Open Mic Night!
2022-05-31 20:30 - 23:00
Open Mic Night is coming to The Lakely Stage!
Join us each week on Tuesday nights as we feature Clear Water Comedy Open Mic Night with a plethora of entertainment and experiences, from musicians and comedians to improv 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!
Each week, a different artist will host the evening, and lead off the program with 20-30 minutes of their own work. Following this performance, open mic begins. Whether it is music, comedy, sketch, live readings, poetry, acting, improv- all are welcome!
TUESDAY, MAY 31 OPEN MIC HOSTED BY:
Todd Adams
Todd Adams has been hanging in Eau Claire since shortly before the turn of the last millennium. He started trying to play guitar soon after arriving in the city, and he’s still trying to figure it out. In the meantime, he released an album of original material in January of 2021 and is working on a new album currently, shooting for a summer/fall of 2022 release.

EVENT DETAILS:

Artists will perform on The Lakely Stage
Showtime is at 8:30 pm
Everyone is welcome, and the show is free to attend (but please come thirsty!)

PERFORMER DETAILS:

Artists will perform on The Lakely Stage
Sign-ups begin at 8:00 pm (must be present to sign up – no phone calls, no friend sign up, etc.)

Sign up is first come first serve- order is determined by the host. Typically musicians are first, and we end the evening with the stand up comedy performers.
Each musician gets two songs.
Each performer doing a spoken piece (whether it is comedy, magic, poetry, etc.) gets five minutes.

Showtime is at 8:30 pm

Whether this is your first live performance or you’ve been around the block a few times, we welcome you to share your gift.
Come hang with us! Everyone is welcome!

Late Night Jazz: Tyler Lustek's Fab Four
2022-06-03 20:30 - 23:30
Tyler Lustek is a jazz pianist, teacher, and composer from Eau Claire, WI. Tyler recently graduated from Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, IL, where he was a graduate student in jazz piano and composition. He received his undergraduate degree in music education at UW-Madison. Catch his swinging group in action on The Lakely Stage!
Tyler Lustek’s Fab Four features North Skager on drums, Hannah Harder on saxophone, and Jeremy Boettcher on bass. They will perform their favorite Beatles songs.
The Lakely boasts a locally-sourced, seasonal menu. We serve casual Midwest modern comfort foods and we feature a cleverly curated list of craft cocktails and local brews on tap and in bottles.

Late Night Jazz: Tyler Lustek's Fab Four
2022-06-04 20:30 - 23:30
Tyler Lustek is a jazz pianist, teacher, and composer from Eau Claire, WI. Tyler recently graduated from Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, IL, where he was a graduate student in jazz piano and composition. He received his undergraduate degree in music education at UW-Madison. Catch his swinging group in action on The Lakely Stage!
Tyler Lustek’s Fab Four features North Skager on drums, Hannah Harder on saxophone, and Jeremy Boettcher on bass. They will perform their favorite Beatles songs.
The Lakely opens at 5pm for dinner and drinks, with music starting at 8:30pm. Reservations for dinner are appreciated, but not required.

The Lakely Presents: Clear Water Comedy Open Mic Night!
2022-06-07 20:30 - 23:00
Open Mic Night is coming to The Lakely Stage!
Join us each week on Tuesday nights as we feature Clear Water Comedy Open Mic Night with a plethora of entertainment and experiences, from musicians and comedians to improv 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!
Each week, a different artist will host the evening, and lead off the program with 20-30 minutes of their own work. Following this performance, open mic begins. Whether it is music, comedy, sketch, live readings, poetry, acting, improv- all are welcome!
TUESDAY, JUNE 7 OPEN MIC HOSTED BY:
Noah Estrada
Noah Estrada is a Chippewa Valley producer and performer, who was recently named 2021’s #1 Hip-Hop artist by Volume One readers. Noah Estrada will be performing brand new music and some of his old favorites. Come experience one of the best local talents at his first stop at The Lakely!

EVENT DETAILS:

Artists will perform on The Lakely Stage
Showtime is at 8:30 pm
Everyone is welcome, and the show is free to attend (but please come thirsty!)

PERFORMER DETAILS:

Artists will perform on The Lakely Stage
Sign-ups begin at 8:00 pm (must be present to sign up – no phone calls, no friend sign up, etc.)

Sign up is first come first serve- order is determined by the host. Typically musicians are first, and we end the evening with the stand up comedy performers.
Each musician gets two songs.
Each performer doing a spoken piece (whether it is comedy, magic, poetry, etc.) gets five minutes.

Showtime is at 8:30 pm

Whether this is your first live performance or you’ve been around the block a few times, we welcome you to share your gift.
Come hang with us! Everyone is welcome!

FIRESIDE TUNES on The Lakely Patio with Cait McGarvey + Emily Watkins
2022-06-08 19:30 - 21:30
This brand new event, dubbed Fireside Tunes, is meant to capture the essence of some of our most-loved experiences – spending the evening outside on The Patio with folks we care about, listening to live music in a down-to-earth, low-key (but high-vibe) atmosphere, sipping craft drinks, and sharing a love of music – all around our stone-cut fire pits. Emily Watkins will perform at 8:30pm and Cait McGarvey will perform at 7:30pm.
Cait McGarvey is an Eau Claire singer-songwriter with folk-pop roots who has been playing around the Chippewa valley since 2014. You can follow them on Instagram @caitlinmcmusic and find their music on all streaming platforms.
Emily Watkins is well-versed in a variety of styles of guitar playing, including funk, country/folk, classical, blues, jazz, and many varieties of rock music. She plays guitar and sings in Uncommon Denominator, which has been voted Best Cover Band in the Chippewa Valley in the Volume One Reader’s Poll for three consecutive years. Emily also performs in several jazz groups, including Cathy Reitz & 7 Swing and the Chippewa Valley Jazz Orchestra. You can find Emily on Instagram @emilywatkins1337 and on Facebook @emilywatkinsmusic 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 on select Wednesdays throughout the summer and autumn on The Lakely Patio from 7:30pm to 9:30pm. In the event of inclement weather, Fireside Tunes will move inside to The Lakely Stage. This event is free to attend, but please come thirsty!
Are you a musician interested in gigging at Fireside Tunes? Send a note to stage@theoxbowhotel.com for more info!

Vinyl Nights: “Fire Horn Section Selections” with DJ Nicky Jey
2022-06-09 19:00 - 22:00
Horn sections have been some of the music industry’s secret weapons since the beginning of popular music. From Sinatra to Beyonce, trumpets, saxophones, and trombones add an unbeatable energy to any tune with versatility and pizzaz. Many tunes would be nearly unrecognizable without their iconic horn lines (think “September” by Earth, Wind, and Fire or “Sir Duke” by Stevie Wonder.) Horns not only bring shine and glamour, but deeply emotional and smooth textures as well. Join DJ Nicky Jey for a night of firey horn section selections within a wide variety of moods, genres, and styles!
Nicole Johnson, aka Nicky Jey, has been playing trumpet for 15 years and loves any song with some good ‘n tasty horn lines. She may be a bit biased on the trumpet, but she knows nothing can beat the added layers and textures of saxophones, trombones, as well as trumpets. Her Vinyl Nights line up will most certainly include horn lines she could only wish to play as well as the industry giants can, but rest assured, she won’t attempt to play them for you (she’ll spare you the secondhand embarrassment). Nicole is also a trumpet player within a 3-piece horn section in the locally voted #1 cover band called Uncommon Denominator – a group that plays only the classics from the 1950’s to now including tunes with great horn lines like Earth, Wind, and Fire, Tower of Power, Bruno Mars, and Aretha Franklin just to name a few. She really nerds-out on this stuff so buckle up for a good time!
The Lakely opens at 5pm for dinner and drinks with DJ Nicky Jey spinning from 7pm to 10pm. Join us for Midwest comfort food, craft cocktails, and great tunes.

Gallery Artist Reception: "WEIGHTLESS" by Sylvia Annelise Art
2022-06-10 17:30 - 19:30
This summer, we are absolutely thrilled to host a special limited-term Gallery Art Exhibit that features the work of our 2021 Artist in Residence Muralist, Sylvia Annelise Hecht! Sylvia’s exhibit, called Weightless, will be open for exploration in The Oxbow Hotel Gallery for the months of June and July, and on June 10th, we will host a very special Artist Reception, where Sylvia will be available to meet guests and share information about her work. We’ll have an Artist Q&A at 6pm, and all artwork will be for sale, so you can take home a piece (or two!) that you fall in love with.
ABOUT THE EXHIBIT:
Weightless is a celebration of our natural, untethered spirits. Too often, we wear the conditioning of the material world like armor. Our egos keep us safe, but they do not allow us to fly. The true Self is free from the weight of the identities that we are taught to cling onto so tightly. When we expand our connection to the spirit within, and let go of the baggage of our constructed selves, we are able to soar. This sense of levity can be embodied in our physical spaces, by using light and color to invigorate otherwise stagnant energy (light is considered a positively charged/“yang” force in the principles of feng shui). The artwork in the Weightless series engage in a dynamic dance with the light and energy around them, and serve as a reminder of the unbounding lightness of our true nature.
ARTIST BIO:
Sylvia Annelise Hecht is an artist and adventurer, best known for her uplifting, nature themed murals. Inspired by her travels, Sylvia’s artwork explores the complex harmony between the human spirit and the natural world. Sylvia’s recognition of art’s ability to connect and teach people is what fuels her creative process. She believes that a beautiful atmosphere holds magic in its ability to positively affect the human psyche, and loves using intentional art and design to foster the creation of engaging and inspiring environments in both public and private spaces. She will continue to travel, create large scale artwork and work to foster creative energy wherever she roams.

Visit Sylvia Annelise Art online

Late Night Jazz: Sorghum Trio
2022-06-10 20:30 - 23:30
The Sorghum Trio is an Eau Claire-based group of friends that share a love of feel-good music and protein-rich cereal grains. They perform a wide range of music, from Great American Songbook tunes to funk/soul standards, with a few surprises sprinkled in!
The Sorghum Trio is Emily Watkins on guitar, Will DeBlaey on bass, and Hannah Harder on tenor saxophone.
The Lakely opens for dinner and drinks at 5pm, with music starting at 8:30pm. Reservations for dinner are appreciated, but not required.
Photo by Becca Lynn Johnson.

Live on The Lakely Stage: An Evening with Caley Conway
2022-06-11 20:30 - 23:30
Join us for a special performance on The Lakely Stage featuring Caley Conway and Ellie Jackson.
Ellie Jackson and Caley Conway found power in reciprocity when they began singing together back in 2017. The Milwaukee-based songwriters, each independently renowned, quickly built a reputation for enhancing each other’s work with their intuitive, smoothly-interlocking vocal harmonies. Like ribbons on a maypole, Jackson and Conway swirl in and around each other’s songs, weaving a spellbinding and emotional exchange. In her work, Ellie Jackson delivers determined vulnerability through pulpy folk rock songs you may find in a context less frequently tied to the Midwest.
Caley Conway’s “brilliant songwriting spirit that focuses on melody and earnestness,” (No Depression Magazine), takes elements of jazz and post-rock, deft guitar solos, and a bit of well-played wit to seal a “Joni Mitchell meets early St. Vincent” vibe, as she self-describes her now-hallmark sound. This summer, Jackson & Conway take their intimate collaborations on the road to deliver a tender, folk-tinged soundtrack to your evening.

The Lakely Presents: Clear Water Comedy Open Mic Night!
2022-06-14 20:30 - 23:00
Open Mic Night is coming to The Lakely Stage!
Join us each week on Tuesday nights as we feature Clear Water Comedy Open Mic Night with a plethora of entertainment and experiences, from musicians and comedians to improv 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!
Each week, a different artist will host the evening, and lead off the program with 20-30 minutes of their own work. Following this performance, open mic begins. Whether it is music, comedy, sketch, live readings, poetry, acting, improv- all are welcome!
TUESDAY, JUNE 14 OPEN MIC HOSTED BY:
Dylan Martinson
Dylan Martinson is originally from Cheek, WI. He released his single “Enough” in the spring of 2022. His soulful, distinct voice sounds perfectly at home with both original songs and covers- watch for Dylan’s debut full length album later this year!

EVENT DETAILS:

Artists will perform on The Lakely Stage
Showtime is at 8:30 pm
Everyone is welcome, and the show is free to attend (but please come thirsty!)

PERFORMER DETAILS:

Artists will perform on The Lakely Stage
Sign-ups begin at 8:00 pm (must be present to sign up – no phone calls, no friend sign up, etc.)

Sign up is first come first serve- order is determined by the host. Typically musicians are first, and we end the evening with the stand up comedy performers.
Each musician gets two songs.
Each performer doing a spoken piece (whether it is comedy, magic, poetry, etc.) gets five minutes.

Showtime is at 8:30 pm

Whether this is your first live performance or you’ve been around the block a few times, we welcome you to share your gift.
Come hang with us! Everyone is welcome!

Campfire Stories: A Night of Fact, Fiction, and Fire!
2022-06-15 20:00 - 21:30
Join us for “a night of fact, fiction, and fire” where we bring in local writers, storytellers, and songwriters for an intimate taste of our local literary and music community — all set around the backdrop of the gorgeous Lakely patio and fire pits.
FREE to attend. Get a craft drink and join us around the campfire, stories begin at 8pm! Rain or shine! (But we’ll move inside The Lakely if it rains)
Make it a date night and join us for dinner before the event starts!
If you would like to be a storyteller at an upcoming Campfire Stories, please email events@theoxbowhotel.com

Vinyl Nights: "Pride Night" with Emily Watkins and Val Evans
2022-06-16 19:00 - 22:00
Join us for this special edition of Vinyl Nights celebrating Pride Month! DJs Emily Watkins and Val Evans will spin selections from their vinyl collections that highlight LGBTQ+ artists. Get ready to dance to classics from The B-52’s, Tash Sultana, and Queen on The Lakely Patio!
Emily Watkins has been an active member of the Chippewa Valley music scene for over ten years. She currently plays guitar and sings in several groups, including Uncommon Denominator, Naalia, Cathy Reitz & 7 Swing, and the Chippewa Valley Jazz Orchestra. You can find Emily on Facebook @emilywatkinsmusic
Val Evans studied trombone and vocal performance at UW-Stevens Point and graduated in 2020. Val teaches private music lessons and works with the Stand in the Light Memory Choir. You can find Val on Facebook @ValerieEvansMusic

Late Night Jazz: Sarah Ohr Trio
2022-06-17 20:30 - 23:30
The Sarah Ohr Trio is an ensemble which features Jan Hora on trumpet, North Skager on percussion, and Sarah Ohr on harp. This blend of unconventional timbres perform live-looping with improvised melodies and portray ethereal landscapes.
The Lakely boasts a locally-sourced, seasonal menu. We serve casual Midwest modern comfort foods and we feature a cleverly curated list of craft cocktails and local brews on tap and in bottles.

Late Night Jazz: Jeremy Boettcher Trio
2022-06-18 20:30 - 23:30
Bassist Jeremy Boettcher has toured the world playing various styles of music. He has performed at the prestigious Jazz at Lincoln Center-Doha and Jazz at Lincoln Center-Shanghai. Jeremy has also toured extensively in the band S. Carey. Catch his trio for a night of dynamic and swinging jazz standards.
The Lakely opens at 5pm for dinner and drinks, with music beginning at 8:30pm. Reservations for dinner are appreciated, but not required.
