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!

Wausau: Our Haunted Heartland

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

MCPL Wausau is happy to welcome back members of the Wausau Paranormal Research Society to share some of their investigations around the Central Wisconsin and beyond!

Event Series Computer Basics

Computer Basics: Mouse & Keyboard

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

Learning to use a computer can be challenging! Learn the basics about using a computer, starting with how to use a mouse and keyboard. Registration required.

Youth Services

Visit your local MCPL for thousands of children’s books, movies, music, magazines and other materials, plus regularly scheduled story times, arts & crafts, family activities, movie nights and more!

Alt HealthWatch

Alternative and holistic approaches to health care and wellness. Full-text articles for more than 190 international, and often peer-reviewed journals. Subjects include acupuncture,...