Oregon Trail Live!

November 16 @ MCPL Wausau: We’re hosting a live version of the popular Oregon Trail video game! Registration is required. Throughout the day, groups will “travel” around our community room by rolling dice to determine what happens next. Bring your own traveling party or sign up yourself and join others.

WPR Music BINGO

November 20 @ MCPL Wausau: Join Wisconsin Public Radio to show off your knowledge of Wisconsin music and classical music during this family-friendly combination of trivia and BINGO! Registration is requested. Reserve your BINGO card for Session 1 (4:00 p.m.) or Session 2 (5:30 p.m.).

New online resources!

The following resources—including auto repair manuals, free online classes, and historical Wisconsin newspapers—are available for free to patrons at any MCPL location or from home using the links provided at www.mcpl.us/research!

Employment Opportunities

Apply to work at the Marathon County Public Library! If you are interested in contributing to a positive work culture, want to be recognized for your job performance and are a talented, team-oriented individual who is motivated to make a difference in our community, consider these career opportunities.

116 Years of History

Did you know that Marathon County Public Library in Wausau had its own koi pond? Or that Wausau had a School of Nursing? These are just two interesting historical facts that have been uncovered during our digitization project. Through the support of WiLS Ideas to...

Event Series Mini Makers

Spencer: Mini Makers

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

Kids are invited to explore process art with a variety of projects! Process art is child-led; instead of a specific outcome, process art is focused on creation and allows many possibilities while children develop their artistic abilities, critical thinking, fine motor skills, and confidence!

Rothschild: Veterans Resource Fair

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

Veterans and their families are welcome to drop in at this resource fair offered on Veteran's Day in collaboration with the Marathon County Veterans Service Office!

Event Series Genealogy Meetup

Wausau: Genealogy Meetup

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

Genealogy enthusiasts are invited to join us each month for an informal gathering to chat and learn more about genealogical resources!

Event Series Cribbage

Spencer: Cribbage

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

Stop at the library to play cribbage! Bring your friends and play together, or come by yourself to meet and play against others.

Event Series Cribbage

Wausau: Cribbage

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

Stop at the library to play cribbage! Bring your friends and play together, or come by yourself to meet and play against others.

Mosinee: Wings of Fire Party

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

Fans of the popular "Wings of Fire" series are invited to our Mosinee Branch in November for crafts and more!

Event Series Pokémon Club

Wausau: Pokémon Club

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

Calling all Pokémon trainers! Join fellow Pokémon fans each month in order to trade cards and discuss all things Pokémon!

Magazines and Newspapers

The following magazines and newspapers are currently offered in printed form at the specified MCPL locations. These subscriptions are subject to change without notice; contact us for the latest...

U.S. Newsstream

This online archive contains U.S. news from the 1980s to the present day, featuring key national and regional sources including New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, Los Angeles...

Apply for a Library Card

Apply for a library account using the online form below! A library card from MCPL grants you access to the physical collections of all MCPL locations and other public libraries in the Wisconsin...