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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: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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SUMMARY:Spencer: Cotton Swab Snowflakes
DESCRIPTION:Join us at MCPL-Spencer as we craft beautiful and unique snowflakes. Participants will arrange cotton swabs to make a snowflake pattern and glue their creation on colored construction paper.  All materials will be provided\, just bring your creativity! \nThis free event is open to all ages\, with no registration required. Come explore your artistic side and craft these unique winter decorations with us! For more information\, please contact us at 715-659-3996.
URL:https://mcpl.us/event/spencer-cotton-swab-snowflakes/
LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch\, 105 South Park Street\, Spencer\, WI\, 54479\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children (6-11),Young Adults (12-18),Young Children (0-5),Youth
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SUMMARY:Spencer: Fiber Artists Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Fiber artists are invited to the library each month for crafting and conversation. Whether you knit\, crochet\, or embroider\, all are welcome! Bring your current project to work on\, and meet with others to swap ideas\, learn new skills\, or simply enjoy some social time. \nThis event is open to adults only and no registration is required. We’ll meet on the first Friday of every month from 1:00-3:00 p.m. *Please note that April’s meetup will be on April 10 as the library is closed April 3. For more information\, please contact 715-659-3996.
URL:https://mcpl.us/event/spencer-fiber-artists-meetup-4/2026-01-02/
LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch\, 105 South Park Street\, Spencer\, WI\, 54479\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,Drop In
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SUMMARY:Athens: Minecraft® Party
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to build\, create\, and have fun at our Minecraft® Party! Participate in various pixelated activities\, a building challenge\, a STEM competition\, and join our live-action scavenger hunt! Whether you’re a Minecraft® expert or just love to be creative\, this event is perfect for adventurers and gamers alike. \nThis event is open to ages 6-11 and no registration is required. Stop by from 1:00-3:00 p.m. Contact us at 715-257-7292 for more information. Don’t miss this adventurous event!
URL:https://mcpl.us/event/athens-minecraft-party/
LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Athens Branch\, 203 Alfred Street\, Athens\, WI\, 54411\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children (6-11),Drop In,Youth
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SUMMARY:Wausau: Let's Play: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate®
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to test your button-mashing combat skills at MCPL-Wausau during winter break! Teens are invited to play Super Smash Bros. Ultimate® using our Nintendo Switch® console. Choose your fighter\, unleash your best moves\, and battle it out against others for some friendly competition! \nThis free event is open to teens only and no registration is required. Stop by the Community Room from 2:30-4:30 p.m. For more information\, call 715-261-7220.
URL:https://mcpl.us/event/wausau-lets-play-super-smash-bros-ultimate-4/
LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters\, 300 First Street\, Wausau\, WI\, 54403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Drop In,Young Adults (12-18),Youth
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