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  • Group of five people in a meeting around a table with a laptop and notebooks.

    Wausau: Write Nights

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

    Combat writer's block and write in a collaborate and encouraging space with fellow writers.

  • Checker board, dice, game pieces, and board game with trains and cards on top.

    Spencer: Ready, Set, Game!

    Ready, Set, Game!
    Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch 105 South Park Street, Spencer, WI, United States

    Come game with us every Saturday this November & December!

  • Two stacked books wrapped in brown and red on a white wood surface

    Spencer: Surprise Reads

    Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch 105 South Park Street, Spencer, WI, United States

    Unwrap your next library book!

  • cribbage board

    Mosinee: Cribbage

    Cribbage
    Marathon County Public Library—Mosinee Branch 123 Main Street, Mosinee, WI, United States

    Come play cribbage at the library!

  • white mason jar with red bow and gold detail sitting on a table

    Stratford: Winter Luminary Jar

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

    Get crafty and create a snowy wonderland!

  • large wreath on a wooden hoop with pine branches and ribbon on it

    Mosinee: Seasonal Wreath

    Marathon County Public Library—Mosinee Branch 123 Main Street, Mosinee, WI, United States

    Make your own seasonal wreath to decorate your space.

  • translucent image of snowy trees with a variety of colored holiday bows overlapping

    Athens: Holiday Bows

    Holiday Bows
    Marathon County Public Library—Athens Branch 203 Alfred Street, Athens, WI, United States

    Create beautiful bows using ribbon and wire!

  • Three elderly individuals laughing together indoors.

    Mosinee: Senior Social Hour

    Featured Senior Social Hour
    Marathon County Public Library—Mosinee Branch 123 Main Street, Mosinee, WI, United States

    Connect with fellow seniors in the community and chat or play games with one another!

  • snowy mountain and old castle with an overcast sky

    Wausau: Winter D&D Adventure

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

    Adults can participate in beginner-friendly D&D sessions run by library staff and volunteer DMs this winter.

  • variety of colored yarn balls

    Spencer: Fiber Artists Meetup

    Fiber Artists Meetup
    Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch 105 South Park Street, Spencer, WI, United States

    Knitters, crocheters, and other fiber artists are invited to the library each month for crafting and conversation.

  • Checker board, dice, game pieces, and board game with trains and cards on top.

    Spencer: Ready, Set, Game!

    Ready, Set, Game!
    Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch 105 South Park Street, Spencer, WI, United States

    Come game with us every Saturday this November & December!

  • Two stacked books wrapped in brown and red on a white wood surface

    Wausau: Surprise Book Swap

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

    Wrap a pre-loved book & come back on December 13 to pick up one in exchange!

  • snowy mountain and old castle with an overcast sky

    Wausau: Winter D&D Adventure

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

    Adults can participate in beginner-friendly D&D sessions run by library staff and volunteer DMs this winter.

  • cribbage board

    Spencer: Cribbage

    Cribbage
    Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch 105 South Park Street, Spencer, WI, United States

    Adults are invited to play cribbage at the library!

  • blue background with 3d white cutout snowflakes hanging of a variety of sizes

    Hatley: Paper Bag Snowflakes

    Marathon County Public Library—Hatley Branch 435 Curtis Avenue, Hatley, WI, United States

    Adults are invited to craft large, stunning snowflakes!

  • Paint dripping, close up of art brushes, and various gems of stars, circles, hearts, and more with white text that reads "Bad Art Night"

    Wausau: Bad Art Night

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

    Forget "good taste" and create a terrible piece of art!

  • variety of colored yarn balls

    Wausau: Fiber Artists Meetup

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

    Knitters, crocheters, and other fiber artists are invited for crafting and conversation.

  • Person using thread and a needle to create a stitch pattern on fabric

    Edgar: Slow-Stitch Gifts

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

    Learn beginner slow-stitch skills to keep your hands busy this winter!

  • Person using thread and a needle to create a stitch pattern on fabric

    Edgar: Slow-Stitch Gifts

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

    Learn beginner slow-stitch skills to keep your hands busy this winter!

  • dark background with white snow graphics and three varieties of rolled paper making chains. Designs are white snowmen, red and green tree, and brown reindeer.

    Spencer: Paper Chains

    Paper Chains
    Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch 105 South Park Street, Spencer, WI, United States

    Make festive paper chains using paper and craft materials.

  • Checker board, dice, game pieces, and board game with trains and cards on top.

    Spencer: Ready, Set, Game!

    Ready, Set, Game!
    Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch 105 South Park Street, Spencer, WI, United States

    Come game with us every Saturday this November & December!

  • Person using thread and a needle to create a stitch pattern on fabric

    Edgar: Slow-Stitch Gifts

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

    Learn beginner slow-stitch skills to keep your hands busy this winter!

  • A traditional library room with wooden bookshelves, a rolling ladder, and a view of the city through a large window.

    Mosinee: Escape the Library

    Escape Room
    Marathon County Public Library—Mosinee Branch 123 Main Street, Mosinee, WI, United States

    Can you crack the codes and break free from our tricky locks?

  • Wausau: GMs Guild

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

    Meet with others to share D&D game advice and swap ideas!

  • A traditional library room with wooden bookshelves, a rolling ladder, and a view of the city through a large window.

    Mosinee: Escape the Library

    Escape Room
    Marathon County Public Library—Mosinee Branch 123 Main Street, Mosinee, WI, United States

    Can you crack the codes and break free from our tricky locks?

  • cards and board games

    Edgar: Family Game Night

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

    Enjoy fun game nights with family and friends at the library.

  • board games and dice

    Wausau: Community Game Night

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

    Adults and young adults are invited to play modern board games each month.

  • A traditional library room with wooden bookshelves, a rolling ladder, and a view of the city through a large window.

    Mosinee: Escape the Library

    Escape Room
    Marathon County Public Library—Mosinee Branch 123 Main Street, Mosinee, WI, United States

    Can you crack the codes and break free from our tricky locks?

  • snowy mountain and old castle with an overcast sky

    Wausau: Winter D&D Adventure

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

    Adults can participate in beginner-friendly D&D sessions run by library staff and volunteer DMs this winter.

  • book sale

    Wausau: Book Sale: Friends Members Only

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

    Our Friends of the Library are excited to welcome their members for a monthly sale every third Saturday of the month!

  • Checker board, dice, game pieces, and board game with trains and cards on top.

    Spencer: Ready, Set, Game!

    Ready, Set, Game!
    Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch 105 South Park Street, Spencer, WI, United States

    Come game with us every Saturday this November & December!

  • art supplies

    Wausau: Studio Art: Wabi-sabi Inspired

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

    Paint with acrylic on canvases while embracing imperfection in art.

  • A traditional library room with wooden bookshelves, a rolling ladder, and a view of the city through a large window.

    Mosinee: Escape the Library

    Escape Room
    Marathon County Public Library—Mosinee Branch 123 Main Street, Mosinee, WI, United States

    Can you crack the codes and break free from our tricky locks?

  • Checker board, dice, game pieces, and board game with trains and cards on top.

    Spencer: Ready, Set, Game!

    Ready, Set, Game!
    Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch 105 South Park Street, Spencer, WI, United States

    Come game with us every Saturday this November & December!

  • Close-up of a hand holding a handmade book with cross-stitch binding.

    Mosinee: Handmade Journals

    Handmade Journals
    Marathon County Public Library—Mosinee Branch 123 Main Street, Mosinee, WI, United States

    Create a one-of-a-kind, handmade journal using paper and a few easy binding options!

  • chair with chunky blanket next to an end table with a stack of books and a mug with steam coming out of it

    Wausau: Silent Book Club

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

    Bring a good book and we'll supply tea to drink while you read! This event is perfect for those participating in our Winter Reading Program and working toward finishing their 5 books.

  • large snowflake outline arranged with cotton swabs and glued to construction paper with snowflake graphics around it

    Spencer: Cotton Swab Snowflakes

    Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch 105 South Park Street, Spencer, WI, United States

    Join us as we create unique snowflakes using cotton swabs.

  • variety of colored yarn balls

    Spencer: Fiber Artists Meetup

    Fiber Artists Meetup
    Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch 105 South Park Street, Spencer, WI, United States

    Knitters, crocheters, and other fiber artists are invited for crafting and conversation.

  • Checker board, dice, game pieces, and board game with trains and cards on top.

    Spencer: Ready, Set, Game!

    Ready, Set, Game!
    Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch 105 South Park Street, Spencer, WI, United States

    Play games with friends, family, and community members every Saturday!

  • snowy mountain and old castle with an overcast sky

    Wausau: Winter D&D Adventure

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

    Adults can participate in beginner-friendly D&D sessions run by library staff and volunteer DMs this winter.

  • cribbage board and deck of cards

    Mosinee: Cribbage

    Cribbage
    Marathon County Public Library—Mosinee Branch 123 Main Street, Mosinee, WI, United States

    Adults are welcome to play cribbage with others at the library.

  • Three elderly individuals laughing together indoors.

    Mosinee: Senior Social Hour

    Senior Social Hour
    Marathon County Public Library—Mosinee Branch 123 Main Street, Mosinee, WI, United States

    Connect with fellow seniors in the community, and chat or play games with one another!

  • cup of tea with a blend of flowers, spices, and herbs nearby

    Wausau: Tea Blending Workshop

    Featured Winter Reading Program
    Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters 300 First Street, Wausau, WI, United States

    Combine your own blend of tea using a variety of ingredients! Just for attending, you have the chance to receive a special giveaway!

  • Checker board, dice, game pieces, and board game with trains and cards on top.

    Spencer: Ready, Set, Game!

    Ready, Set, Game!
    Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch 105 South Park Street, Spencer, WI, United States

    Play games with friends, family, and community members every Saturday!

  • A vintage picture of a crowd of people near a large docked passenger ship.

    Wausau: Genealogy Meetup

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

    Learn more about our genealogy resources available at the library!

  • navy and white floral quilt with stitching that reads 1876, Mae Driscoll, 1932.

    Spencer: Women of the Quilt

    Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch 105 South Park Street, Spencer, WI, United States

    Join us for a presentation about Spencer women born in the late 1800s who are featured on a handmade quilt. You can share your own interesting quilt, too!

  • cribbage board and deck of cards

    Spencer: Cribbage

    Cribbage
    Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch 105 South Park Street, Spencer, WI, United States

    Adults are welcome to play cribbage at the library!

  • balls of yarn

    Wausau: Fiber Artists Meetup

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

    Bring your current project to work on and meet with others for crafting and conversation.

  • a variety of colored jigsaw puzzle pieces spread out

    Stratford: Puzzle Competition

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

    Sign up to see if your group can assemble a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle the fastest!

  • a variety of colored jigsaw puzzle pieces spread out

    Stratford: Puzzle Competition

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

    Sign up to see if your group can assemble a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle the fastest!

  • snowy mountain and old castle with an overcast sky

    Wausau: Winter D&D Adventure

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

    Adults can participate in beginner-friendly D&D sessions run by library staff and volunteer DMs this winter.

  • a variety of colored jigsaw puzzle pieces spread out

    Stratford: Puzzle Competition

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

    Sign up to see if your group can assemble a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle the fastest!

  • a variety of colored jigsaw puzzle pieces spread out

    Stratford: Puzzle Competition

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

    Sign up to see if your group can assemble a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle the fastest!

  • book sale

    Wausau: Book Sale: Friends Members Only

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

    The Friends of MCPL welcome their members for a monthly sale every third Saturday of the month. Not a member? Join on the spot!

  • Checker board, dice, game pieces, and board game with trains and cards on top.

    Spencer: Ready, Set, Game!

    Ready, Set, Game!
    Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch 105 South Park Street, Spencer, WI, United States

    Play games with friends, family, and community members every Saturday!

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