Youth Services

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Online resources for kids!

The following resources are available for free to patrons at any MCPL location or from home using the links provided at www.mcpl.us/research!  If you need assistance, please visit your local library, or call 715-261-7220.Tumblebooks — Interactive children’s books ...
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STEM Kits & Tonies

MCPL Wausau has two new kinds of interactive children’s materials available for checkout: STEM Kits and Tonies! STEM Kits are perfect for school-age children eager to explore the world of science, technology, and engineering through fun, hands-on learning. Each STEM...
Mamava lactation pod

New Lactation Pod!

Breastfeeding, pumping or nursing parents seeking comfort and privacy now have a convenient option at MCPL Wausau! In January, the library installed a Mamava lactation pod. A lactation pod is a freestanding, enclosed structure that provides a private, safe, peaceful...

Event Series Mini Makers

Athens: Mini Makers

Marathon County Public Library—Athens Branch 203 Alfred Street, Athens, 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!

Event Series DINOvember

Wausau: Dino Chris Presents “Triceratops”

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

Would you like to learn more about the dinosaur whose fossil is on display at MCPL Wausau? Then come to the library this DINOvember to learn about one of the most iconic dinosaurs, the triceratops!

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!

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!

Event Series Play & Learn

Wausau: 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.

Event Series Family Story Time

Stratford: Family Story Time

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

Children age 6 and younger, and their parents and caregivers, are invited to join us for family story times this summer!

Event Series Mini Makers

Rothschild: Mini Makers

Marathon County Public Library—Rothschild Branch 211 Grand Avenue, Rothschild, 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!