Events
Holiday Hours: All MCPL Locations will be closed Sat.-Mon., May 25-27, 2013 (Memorial Day Weekend).
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Book Sale
Thu., 5/16/13, 5:00pm – Sun., 5/19/13, 4:00pm @ MCPL Wausau Hundreds of gently-used books are available for low prices! Your purchases help support the library. The book sale will be open: Thu., 5/16, 5:00-8:00pm (Friends members only; memberships sold at the door); Fri., 5/17, 9:30am-4:30pm; Sat., 5/18, 9:30am-4:30pm; Sun., 5/19, 1:00-4:00pm (Bag Sale: $6/bag; bags provided).
Women's Book Club: "The Kitchen House" by Kathleen Grissom
Mon., 5/20/13, 6:30pm – 7:30pm @ MCPL Wausau Join us for a friendly get-together as we discuss "The Kitchen House" by Kathleen Grissom.
"Pixels & Pages" Release
Tue., 5/21/13, 6:30pm – 7:30pm @ MCPL Wausau Join us as we recognize the talented teen writers and artists whose work will appear in "Pixels & Pages," our annual magazine of poetry, stories and art created by Marathon County teens. Entries in our Teen Publishing Project were selected for publication by teen and staff judges, and the magazine itself was was prepared for publication by graphics communications students at Wausau East High School.
Movie Night
Tue., 5/21/13, 6:00pm – 8:00pm @ MCPL Wausau Join us for a free movie on the library's third floor! (Rated PG | 129 min.) We can't advertise the movie's title online, but if you contact us, we'll tell you. (film details) (request the DVD)
Classic Book Club: "Cry, The Beloved Country" by Alan Paton
Wed., 5/22/13, 12:00pm – 1:00pm @ MCPL Wausau Join us for a friendly get-together as we discuss "Cry, The Beloved Country" by Alan Paton.
Family LEGO® Club
Sat., 6/8/13, 9:30am – 12:30pm @ MCPL Wausau Children of all ages and their families are invited to build creative projects using LEGO and DUPLO® blocks! Blocks will be provided. Meets Saturdays, 6/8-8/17 (in lieu of Family Story Time).
Dig In & Dig It!
Tue., 6/11/13, 10:30am – 11:30am @ MCPL Wausau Stuart Stotts, a songwriter and author from DeForest, will share songs and stories to celebrate reading. He will tell stories about a magical cavern and the Underground Railroad and sing songs including, "How do I know? I read it in a book" and "When I grow up.
Dig In & Dig It!
Tue., 6/11/13, 2:00pm – 3:00pm @ MCPL Wausau Stuart Stotts, a songwriter and author from DeForest, will share songs and stories to celebrate reading. He will tell stories about a magical cavern and the Underground Railroad and sing songs including, "How do I know? I read it in a book" and "When I grow up.
Tips for Bicycle Trips
Tue., 6/11/13, 6:30pm – 8:00pm @ MCPL Wausau Wausau-area bicyclists Gigi Koenig, Regan Pourchot and Jeff Hineuber will speak about their own bike touring experiences and share advice on tours ranging from a few days in the Midwest to a couple months across the country and even planning international trips. The program will also include information on equipment. Riders of all ages and experience levels are encouraged to attend. (related books)
Message in a Bottle Scavenger Hunt
Tue., 6/11/13, 6:30pm – 8:00pm @ MCPL Wausau Teens can work as a team to find "hidden treasure" by solving word scrambles and puzzles, performing science experiments and deciphering words. The first team to find the treasure will win what's inside.
Read to a Therapy Dog!
Thu., 6/13/13, 1:00pm – 3:00pm @ MCPL Wausau Children can practice their reading skills by reading stories out loud to some well-behaved dogs from Therapy Dogs of Central Wisconsin. The dogs will be available Thursdays, 6/13-8/15.
Family LEGO® Club
Sat., 6/15/13, 9:30am – 12:30pm @ MCPL Wausau Children of all ages and their families are invited to build creative projects using LEGO and DUPLO® blocks! Blocks will be provided. Meets Saturdays, 6/8-8/17 (in lieu of Family Story Time).
Women's Book Club: "Forgotten Garden" by Kate Morton
Mon., 6/17/13, 6:30pm – 7:30pm @ MCPL Wausau Join us for a friendly get-together as we discuss "Forgotten Garden" by Kate Morton.
The Soda Pups
Tue., 6/18/13, 10:30am – 2:00pm @ MCPL Wausau Meet the "Soda Pups," trained Pomeranian dogs that will perform amazing tricks and obedience skills, including riding in a toy truck! (related books)
Pirate Scavenger Hunt
Tue., 6/18/13, 6:30pm – 8:00pm @ MCPL Wausau Tweens can find "hidden treasure" by solving word scrambles and puzzles, performing science experiments and deciphering words. The first team to find the treasure will win what's inside. This event is open to children in grades three through five as of the 2012-2013 school year.
Mysterious Creatures of Wisconsin
Tue., 6/18/13, 6:30pm – 8:00pm @ MCPL Wausau Author / researcher Chad Lewis will present a program on the various creepy creatures that allegedly roam rural Wisconsin, including Bigfoot, vampires, werewolves, lake monsters and phantom chickens. (related books)
Mystery Book Club: "The Killing Floor" by Lee Child
Wed., 6/19/13, 1:00pm – 2:30pm @ MCPL Wausau Join us for a friendly get-together as we discuss "The Killing Floor" by Lee Child.
Read to a Therapy Dog!
Thu., 6/20/13, 1:00pm – 3:00pm @ MCPL Wausau Children can practice their reading skills by reading stories out loud to some well-behaved dogs from Therapy Dogs of Central Wisconsin. The dogs will be available Thursdays, 6/13-8/15.
Steep Trails: "A Short History of Everything" by Bill Bryson
Thu., 6/20/13, 7:00pm – 8:00pm @ MCPL Wausau The Steep Trails Book Club is a discussion group focused on fiction and nonfiction about nature, science, conservation and outdoor adventures. Join us for a discussion of "A Short History of Everything" by Bill Bryson.
Family LEGO® Club
Sat., 6/22/13, 9:30am – 12:30pm @ MCPL Wausau Children of all ages and their families are invited to build creative projects using LEGO and DUPLO® blocks! Blocks will be provided. Meets Saturdays, 6/8-8/17 (in lieu of Family Story Time).
Read Books & Juggle Everything Else
Tue., 6/25/13, 10:30am – 11:30am @ MCPL Wausau Madison-based juggler Truly Remarkable Loon will talk about reading as he juggles balls, clubs, bean bag chairs, a Nimbus 2000 and maybe a chainsaw.
Read Books & Juggle Everything Else
Tue., 6/25/13, 2:00pm – 3:00pm @ MCPL Wausau Madison-based juggler Truly Remarkable Loon will talk about reading as he juggles balls, clubs, bean bag chairs, a Nimbus 2000 and maybe a chainsaw.
Teen Night at the Aquarium
Tue., 6/25/13, 6:30pm – 8:00pm @ MCPL Wausau Teens will get an up close and personal look at the fish, corals and creatures in the Phyllis Donner Aquarium, along with an overview of how everything works together. The event is open to Marathon County teens in grades six through 12 as of the 2012-2013 school year.
Classic Book Club: "Jude The Obscure" by Thomas Hardy
Wed., 6/26/13, 12:00pm – 1:00pm @ MCPL Wausau Join us for a friendly get-together as we discuss "Jude The Obscure" by Thomas Hardy.
Read to a Therapy Dog!
Thu., 6/27/13, 1:00pm – 3:00pm @ MCPL Wausau Children can practice their reading skills by reading stories out loud to some well-behaved dogs from Therapy Dogs of Central Wisconsin. The dogs will be available Thursdays, 6/13-8/15.
Family LEGO® Club
Sat., 6/29/13, 9:30am – 12:30pm @ MCPL Wausau Children of all ages and their families are invited to build creative projects using LEGO and DUPLO® blocks! Blocks will be provided. Meets Saturdays, 6/8-8/17 (in lieu of Family Story Time).
Teen / Tween Movie Night
Tue., 7/2/13, 6:00pm – 8:00pm @ MCPL Wausau Join us for a free movie on the library's third floor! Vote online to help us determine which movie to show. This event is open to children in grades three through 12 as of the 2012-2013 school year.
Family LEGO® Club
Sat., 7/6/13, 9:30am – 12:30pm @ MCPL Wausau Children of all ages and their families are invited to build creative projects using LEGO and DUPLO® blocks! Blocks will be provided. Meets Saturdays, 6/8-8/17 (in lieu of Family Story Time).
Professor Marvel's Archaeological Adventure
Tue., 7/9/13, 10:30am – 11:30am @ MCPL Wausau Join Professor Marvel as he digs into an archaeological and literary quest through popular books including Harry Potter, Holes, 39 Clues and the Magic Treehouse series.
Professor Marvel's Archaeological Adventure
Tue., 7/9/13, 2:00pm – 3:00pm @ MCPL Wausau Join Professor Marvel as he digs into an archaeological and literary quest through popular books including Harry Potter, Holes, 39 Clues and the Magic Treehouse series.
Teen Art Party!
Tue., 7/9/13, 6:30pm – 7:30pm @ MCPL Wausau Teens can create a variety of artworks with the Center for Visual Arts and volunteers from the library's Teen Advisory Group. This event is open to teens in grades six through 12 as of the 2012-2013 school year.
Read to a Therapy Dog!
Thu., 7/11/13, 1:00pm – 3:00pm @ MCPL Wausau Children can practice their reading skills by reading stories out loud to some well-behaved dogs from Therapy Dogs of Central Wisconsin. The dogs will be available Thursdays, 6/13-8/15.
Family LEGO® Club
Sat., 7/13/13, 9:30am – 12:30pm @ MCPL Wausau Children of all ages and their families are invited to build creative projects using LEGO and DUPLO® blocks! Blocks will be provided. Meets Saturdays, 6/8-8/17 (in lieu of Family Story Time).
Underground with Professor Oops!
Tue., 7/16/13, 2:00pm – 3:00pm @ MCPL Wausau Dig into the underground world with Professor Oops, the "explorer who stayed home." Professor Oops will present a program about the underground ecosystem including microorganisms, insects, worms, plants, soil, minerals and gems.
The Last Call: Prohibition in Marathon County
Tue., 7/16/13, 6:30pm – 8:00pm @ MCPL Wausau Gary Gisselman, librarian at the Marathon County Historical Society, will describe how Marathon County residents weathered Prohibition (1929 to 1933) when the manufacture, sale and transport of alcohol was banned in America. (related books)
Tween Art Party
Tue., 7/16/13, 6:30pm – 8:00pm @ MCPL Wausau Tweens can create sand art, Minecraft walls, "gems" and more. Offered in partnership with the Center for Visual Arts. This event is open to children in grades three through five as of the 2012-2013 school year.
Mystery Book Club: "Along Came A Spider" by James Patterson
Wed., 7/17/13, 1:00pm – 2:30pm @ MCPL Wausau Join us for a friendly get-together as we discuss "Along Came A Spider" by James Patterson.
Read to a Therapy Dog!
Thu., 7/18/13, 1:00pm – 3:00pm @ MCPL Wausau Children can practice their reading skills by reading stories out loud to some well-behaved dogs from Therapy Dogs of Central Wisconsin. The dogs will be available Thursdays, 6/13-8/15.
Family LEGO® Club
Sat., 7/20/13, 9:30am – 12:30pm @ MCPL Wausau Children of all ages and their families are invited to build creative projects using LEGO and DUPLO® blocks! Blocks will be provided. Meets Saturdays, 6/8-8/17 (in lieu of Family Story Time).
Creatures from Under the Surface
Tue., 7/23/13, 10:00am – 11:00am @ MCPL Wausau Environmental educator David Stokes will share stories and songs about the creatures who "hug the earth," including armadillos, skunks, badgers and tortoises. Stokes will bring along live animals, dead things and puppets.
Creatures from Under the Surface
Tue., 7/23/13, 2:00pm – 3:00pm @ MCPL Wausau Environmental educator David Stokes will share stories and songs about the creatures who "hug the earth," including armadillos, skunks, badgers and tortoises. Stokes will bring along live animals, dead things and puppets.
Discover Your Inner Superhero!
Tue., 7/23/13, 6:30pm – 8:00pm @ MCPL Wausau Teens can learn how to tap into their inner superhero and make their own trading cards. Capes and costumes are encouraged but not required. The event is open to teens in grades six through 12 as of the 2012-2013 school year.
Read to a Therapy Dog!
Thu., 7/25/13, 1:00pm – 3:00pm @ MCPL Wausau Children can practice their reading skills by reading stories out loud to some well-behaved dogs from Therapy Dogs of Central Wisconsin. The dogs will be available Thursdays, 6/13-8/15.
Family LEGO® Club
Sat., 7/27/13, 9:30am – 12:30pm @ MCPL Wausau Children of all ages and their families are invited to build creative projects using LEGO and DUPLO® blocks! Blocks will be provided. Meets Saturdays, 6/8-8/17 (in lieu of Family Story Time).
Help for the Gadget-Impaired: Digital Cameras
Mon., 7/29/13, 10:15am – 12:00pm @ MCPL Wausau Ringle photographer Sharon Marx will present a program on how to make the most of your digital camera, including camera settings and more. Intended for absolute beginners. Bring your camera! (related books)
Teen Movie Night
Tue., 7/30/13, 6:00pm – 8:00pm @ MCPL Wausau Join us for a free movie on the library's third floor! Vote online to help us determine which movie to show. This event is open to teens in grades six through 12 as of the 2012-2013 school year.
Read to a Therapy Dog!
Thu., 8/1/13, 1:00pm – 3:00pm @ MCPL Wausau Children can practice their reading skills by reading stories out loud to some well-behaved dogs from Therapy Dogs of Central Wisconsin. The dogs will be available Thursdays, 6/13-8/15.
Family LEGO® Club
Sat., 8/3/13, 9:30am – 12:30pm @ MCPL Wausau Children of all ages and their families are invited to build creative projects using LEGO and DUPLO® blocks! Blocks will be provided. Meets Saturdays, 6/8-8/17 (in lieu of Family Story Time).
Read to a Therapy Dog!
Thu., 8/8/13, 1:00pm – 3:00pm @ MCPL Wausau Children can practice their reading skills by reading stories out loud to some well-behaved dogs from Therapy Dogs of Central Wisconsin. The dogs will be available Thursdays, 6/13-8/15.
Family LEGO® Club
Sat., 8/10/13, 9:30am – 12:30pm @ MCPL Wausau Children of all ages and their families are invited to build creative projects using LEGO and DUPLO® blocks! Blocks will be provided. Meets Saturdays, 6/8-8/17 (in lieu of Family Story Time).
Craft Day!
Tue., 8/13/13, 1:30pm – 3:00pm @ MCPL Wausau Children are invited to come to the library for a day of arts and crafts.
Read to a Therapy Dog!
Thu., 8/15/13, 1:00pm – 3:00pm @ MCPL Wausau Children can practice their reading skills by reading stories out loud to some well-behaved dogs from Therapy Dogs of Central Wisconsin. The dogs will be available Thursdays, 6/13-8/15.
Family LEGO® Club
Sat., 8/17/13, 9:30am – 12:30pm @ MCPL Wausau Children of all ages and their families are invited to build creative projects using LEGO and DUPLO® blocks! Blocks will be provided. Meets Saturdays, 6/8-8/17 (in lieu of Family Story Time).
Mystery Book Club: "Die Trying" by Lee Child
Wed., 8/21/13, 1:00pm – 2:30pm @ MCPL Wausau Join us for a friendly get-together as we discuss "Die Trying" by Lee Child.
What's It Worth? An Antiques Appraisal Roadshow
Sun., 9/22/13, 1:30pm – 4:30pm @ MCPL Wausau Antiques expert Mark Moran will be on hand to evaluate and appraise items such as toys, clocks, lamps, costume jewelry, vintage photographs and glassware. The cost will be $10 per item. Call 715-261-7234 to register (required) or for additional information.