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SUMMARY:Spencer: Surprise Reads
DESCRIPTION:Can’t decide what you’d like to read next? Unwrap your next library book! All December long\, stop by and pick out a surprise read for yourself to check out. We’ll have a selection of library books wrapped and sorted by genre as well as audience\, such as adult\, children\, etc. \nSelect a book\, check it out\, and unwrap your next read at home! It’s the perfect way to treat yourself\, try something new\, and maybe even find your next favorite read. Come join the fun and stop by during open hours. This free event is open to all ages with a valid library card. Please note these books will still need to be checked out and returned by the due date. For more information\, please contact us at 715-659-3996.
URL:https://mcpl.us/event/spencer-surprise-reads/
LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch\, 105 South Park Street\, Spencer\, WI\, 54479\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children (6-11),Drop In,Young Adults (12-18),Young Children (0-5),Youth
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SUMMARY:Wausau: Winter Reading Program: A Cozy Night In
DESCRIPTION:Adults are invited to join our Winter Reading Program\, running from December through February! Participants will pledge to read at least five books\, attend three MCPL events\, and complete various challenges over three months for a chance to win cozy\, reading-themed prizes. Starting December 1\, stop by the Reference Desk on the second floor at MCPL-Wausau to pick up your log sheet and get started. This sheet will help you track your progress throughout the program. To be eligible for a prize at the end\, participants must turn in their completed log sheet by 5:00 p.m. on Saturday\, March 7. Three grand prize winners will be selected and contacted on Friday\, March 13. \nAs a bonus\, two special events will be held at MCPL-Wausau in connection with the Winter Reading Program\, featuring prize drawings at the end of each event just for attending and participating! These events are: \n-Silent Book Club: A Cozy Night In \n-Tea Blending Workshop \nStarting December 1\, stop by the library for your log sheet\, grab some books\, and let the winter reading fun begin! For more information\, please contact us at 715-261-7230.
URL:https://mcpl.us/event/wausau-winter-reading-program-a-cozy-night-in/
LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters\, 300 First Street\, Wausau\, WI\, 54403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults
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SUMMARY:Hatley: Yarn Weaving
DESCRIPTION:Young adults and children are welcome to join us for a cozy and creative craft during winter break! On December 29-30 and January 2-3 during open hours\, participants will create their own mini loom from cardboard and weave colorful patterns with soft yarn. With a variety of yarn colors and textures to choose from\, every participant will leave with a unique\, handmade piece of art! \nThis event is perfect for ages 6-18. All materials and directions will be provided. Please note we are closed December 31 and January 1. For more information\, please contact us at 715-446-3537.
URL:https://mcpl.us/event/hatley-yarn-weaving/
LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Hatley Branch\, 435 Curtis Avenue\, Hatley\, WI\, 54440\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children (6-11),Young Adults (12-18),Youth
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SUMMARY:Rothschild: Building with Magnetic Tiles
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to build\, create\, and play with colorful magnetic tiles this winter break! Children ages 0-5 are invited to create amazing shapes\, towers\, animals\, or anything else they can imagine. These tiles snap together with magnets\, allowing children to learn while they play. \nStop by on December 29 and 30 during our open hours to join in on the fun! For more information\, please contact us at 715-359-6208.
URL:https://mcpl.us/event/rothschild-building-with-magnetic-tiles/
LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Rothschild Branch\, 211 Grand Avenue\, Rothschild\, 54474\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drop In,Young Children (0-5),Youth
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SUMMARY:Mosinee: Handmade Journals
DESCRIPTION:Start the New Year on a positive and inspiring note at our workshop to make handmade journals! Adults and young adults are invited to get crafty and create a one-of-a-kind\, personalized journal that’s perfect for mindfulness\, goal-setting\, or everyday thoughts. \nChoose your favorite papers\, decorate your cover with your own unique flair\, then bind it all together using our easy binding machine or get artsy with hole punches and colorful string. Stop by from December 29-January 10 during open hours and all materials will be provided\, just bring your imagination and get ready to have fun\, relax\, and connect with others! \nPremade notebooks to decorate will not be available this year; the journals will be made by hand. This free event is open to young adults and adults only\, with no registration required. For more information\, please contact us at 715-693-2144.
URL:https://mcpl.us/event/mosinee-handmade-journals/
LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Mosinee Branch\, 123 Main Street\, Mosinee\, WI\, 54455\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Drop In,Young Adults (12-18),Youth
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