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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. 

  • a variety of potted plants and plant cuttings

    Wausau: Community Plant Swap

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

    Drop off a plant or cutting and pick up another in exchange!

  • a variety of potted plants and plant cuttings

    Edgar: Community Plant Swap

    Plant Swap
    Marathon County Public Library—Edgar Branch 224 South 3rd Avenue, Edgar, WI, United States

    Drop off a plant or cutting and pick up another in exchange!

  • variety of school supplies such as colored pencils, scissors, highlighters, and erasers

    Wausau: School Supply Swap

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

    Drop off gently used school supplies from June 1-5. Stop back on June 6 to pick up supplies for yourself or your kids!

  • 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.

  • variety of games close up

    Spencer: Ready, Set, Game!

    Ready, Set, Game!
    Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch 105 South Park Street, Spencer, WI, United States

    Play games with friends, family, and community members every Saturday!

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

    Spencer: USA Time Travelers

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    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!

  • poster of dinosaur peaking through bookshelves and text that reads "Unearth a Story" next to images of children with flower pots and a rabbit

    Wausau: Summer Kickoff Party

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    Oak Island Park 500 River Drive, Wausau, WI, United States

    Celebrate the start of our summer library program with a petting zoo, a make-and-take flower planting station, and more!

  • Four egg carton cups showing geode-like vibrant blue and pink interiors on a wooden table, with bookshelves in the background.

    Rothschild: Egg Carton Geodes

    Egg Carton Geodes
    Marathon County Public Library—Rothschild Branch 211 Grand Avenue, Rothschild, United States

    Craft your own geode using an egg carton cup, glue, and dyed Epsom salt.

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Events

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  • a variety of potted plants and plant cuttings

    Wausau: Community Plant Swap

    Featured Plant Swap
    Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters 300 First Street, Wausau, WI, United States

    Drop off a plant or cutting and pick up another in exchange!

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.

Early Literacy Center (ELC)

The Early Literacy Center (ELC) at MCPL Wausau is an enclosed area of the children’s department specially designed for young children and their caregivers!

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Book Discussion Kits

Host your own book club! Book discussion kits include multiple copies of popular books, discussion questions and author information, all in a handy tote bag.

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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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