Here is a quick rundown of weekend events in the area.

Friday, Nov. 11
Blue Monday Band — 8:00 p.m.

Let some local jazz sooth the stress of this past election, hosted at Layla’s Pub, located at 2962 WI-73 in Wisconsin Rapids.

Friday, Nov. 11
Relentless — 8:00 p.m.

If jazz isn’t your taste, the band Relentless will be playing UW-Kellner on Friday night. UW-Kellner is located at 4111 80th St. South.

Saturday, Nov. 12
Fifth Annual Holiday Shopping Expo — 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Get a head start on Christmas shopping this year by checking out over 50 vendors all in one place. This will be held inside the Grand Ballroom at the Hotel Mead, located at 451 E. Grand Ave.

Saturday, Nov. 12
Feedback — 9:00 p.m.

The band Feedback will be playing Octane Bar & Grill on Saturday night. Octane Bar & Grill is located at 9047 8th St. South in Wisconsin Rapids.

Check out this link for a brief rundown of Veteran’s Day events for this Friday.

Veterans Day Activities for Nov. 11