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Dinosaurs reading and using laptops in a library with "Unearth a Story" text above. Copyright CSLP. Artwork by Tom Bonson.

Summer Library Program (SLP)

Join us this summer at your local library! We are celebrating the “Unearth a Story” theme through our activity book, summer performances, craft activities, book displays and more! Our summer programming has something for all ages, but it is especially geared towards school-age children, tweens and teens.

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  • A green dinosaur head above the text "UNEARTH A STORY" with books on a shelf below.

    Summer Library Program (SLP)

    All MCPL Locations Marathon County, WI, United States +9 more

    We are celebrating the “Unearth a Story” theme through our activity book, summer performances, craft activities, book displays and more! Our summer programming has something for all ages, but it is especially geared towards school-age children, tweens and teens. 

  • white background with four paint brushes painting blue patterns

    All MCPL Locations: Illustration Contest

    All MCPL Locations Marathon County, WI, United States

    Design a cover, illustrate a scene, or create a piece of art inspired by our summer library theme, “Unearthing a Story."

  • young adult writing in notebook

    All MCPL Locations: Summer Community Journal

    All MCPL Locations Marathon County, WI, United States

    Pick up a journal page to write about a summer adventure! These entries will be combined to make a unique community journal.

  • The U.S. Constitution's "We the People," the American flag, and Statue of Liberty.

    Spencer: USA Time Travelers

    America 250
    Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch 105 South Park Street, Spencer, WI, United States

    Go back in time to the founding of America and solve clues about our nation’s history to get back to present day.

  • image of grass and colorful dinosaur eggs

    Stratford: Dino Days of Summer

    Marathon County Public Library—Stratford Branch 213201 Scholar Street, Stratford, WI, United States

    Find hidden dinosaur eggs around the library to get matched with a mini dinosaur, create its habitat, and pick up our SLP activity book!

  • A classic library room with wooden bookshelves, a ladder, armchair, and cityscape view through a large window.

    Mosinee: Escape the Library

    Escape Room
    Marathon County Public Library—Mosinee Branch 123 Main Street, Mosinee, WI, United States

    Put your puzzle-solving skills to the test at our escape rooms!

  • young children reading a picture book and pointing

    Wausau: Play & Learn

    Play & Learn
    Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters 300 First Street, Wausau, WI, United States

    Join us for a story, music, crafts and much more led by Children’s Wisconsin!

  • A classic library room with wooden bookshelves, a ladder, armchair, and cityscape view through a large window.

    Mosinee: Escape the Library

    Escape Room
    Marathon County Public Library—Mosinee Branch 123 Main Street, Mosinee, WI, United States

    Put your puzzle-solving skills to the test at our escape rooms!

  • child reading a book on parent's lap

    Athens: Family Story Time

    Family Story Time
    Marathon County Public Library—Athens Branch 203 Alfred Street, Athens, WI, United States

    Children and their caregivers are invited for a mix of stories, songs, and activities!

  • Tyrannosaurus rex stands in a sunlit, dense forest.

    Athens: Jurassic Party

    Athens Park 5991 State Hwy 97, Athens, United States

    Enjoy dino-mite stories, crafts, a scavenger hunt, and more!

  • various craft supplies

    Rothschild: Mini Makers

    Mini Makers
    Marathon County Public Library—Rothschild Branch 211 Grand Avenue, Rothschild, United States

    Young children are invited to create child-led process art each month!

  • balls of yarn

    Wausau: Fiber Artists Meetup

    Fiber Artists Meetup
    Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters 300 First Street, Wausau, WI, United States

    Bring your current project to work on and meet with others for crafting and conversation.

  • child reading a book on parent's lap

    Wausau: Family Story Time

    Family Story Time
    Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters 300 First Street, Wausau, WI, United States

    Children and their caregivers are invited for a mix of stories, songs, and activities!

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    Rothschild: Puzzle Social

    Featured Puzzles
    Marathon County Public Library—Rothschild Branch 211 Grand Avenue, Rothschild, United States

    Meet with others to enjoy puzzles and conversation.

Collage of ten children's graphic novel book covers.

Trend in Children’s Graphic Novels

Many children’s book series have been adapted into graphic novels! For kids who are reluctant readers, these books may be the bridge they need to read more text-heavy books.

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Microfilm Archives / Scanner

MCPL offers microfilm archives of local newspapers dating back to the 1800s. Use digital viewers at our Wausau or Mosinee locations, or request additional microfilm through Interlibrary Loan.

microfilm scanner

Microfilm Archives / Scanner

MCPL offers microfilm archives of local newspapers dating back to the 1800s. Use digital viewers at our Wausau or Mosinee locations, or request additional microfilm through Interlibrary Loan.

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Apply for a Library Card

Apply for an account at the Marathon County Public Library! A library card grants you access to the physical collections of all MCPL locations and other public libraries in the Wisconsin Valley Library Service, plus access to Wisconsin’s Digital Library, Interlibrary Loan, online resources, library computers and more!

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Central Wisconsin Digitization Project

Explore Central Wisconsin’s rich history through digitized photos, documents, and yearbooks, featuring railroads, schools, maps, and community life.

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