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January 2026
Mosinee: Handmade Journals

Mon., December 29, 2025–Sat., January 10, 2026 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!
Spencer: Fiber Artists Meetup

Fri., January 2 @ 1:00 pm–3:00 pm 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.
Athens: Minecraft® Party

Fri., January 2 @ 1:00 pm–3:00 pm Minecraft

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

Participate in Minecraft®-themed challenges, a scavenger hunt, and more!
Wausau: Let’s Play: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate®

Fri., January 2 @ 2:30 pm–4:30 pm Let’s Play

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

Teens are invited to play Super Smash Bros. Ultimate® and compete against others on this winter break day!
Spencer: Ready, Set, Game!

Sat., January 3 @ 10:00 am–2:00 pm 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!
Rothschild: LEGO® Club

Sat., January 3 @ 11:00 am–1:00 pm LEGO® Club

Marathon County Public Library—Rothschild Branch 211 Grand Avenue, Rothschild, United States

Get creative with LEGO® and other blocks at the library!
Wausau: Teen D&D Club

Sat., January 3 @ 2:30 pm–4:30 pm Dungeons & Dragons

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

Meet with others to talk about all things D&D and participate in RPG-themed activities.
Mosinee: Cribbage

Tue., January 6 @ 1:00 pm–3:00 pm 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.
Hatley: Read to a Therapy Dog

Sat., January 10 @ 10:00 am–11:00 am Read to a Therapy Dog

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

Read to a friendly companion at the library!
Spencer: Ready, Set, Game!

Sat., January 10 @ 10:00 am–2:00 pm 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!
Rothschild: Mini Makers

Wed., January 14 @ 10:30 am–12:30 pm Mini Makers

Marathon County Public Library—Rothschild Branch 211 Grand Avenue, Rothschild, United States

Young children are invited to create child-led process art each month!
Wausau: Fiber Artists Meetup

Wed., January 14 @ 6:00 pm–7:30 pm 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.
Wausau: LEGO® Club

Thu., January 15 @ 3:00 pm–5:00 pm LEGO® Club

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

Get creative with LEGO® and other blocks at the library!
Wausau: Book Sale: Friends Members Only

Sat., January 17 @ 9:30 am–2:30 pm 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!
Spencer: Ready, Set, Game!

Sat., January 17 @ 10:00 am–2:00 pm 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!
Stratford: Pass It Forward Puzzle Share

Tue., January 20–Sat., January 31 Puzzles

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

Drop off a gently used and complete puzzle from January 19-24 and pick up one from January 26-31!
Wausau: Community Game Night

Wed., January 21 @ 5:00 pm–7:00 pm 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.
Wausau: Read to a Therapy Dog

Sat., January 24 @ 10:00 am–12:00 pm Read to a Therapy Dog

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

Read to a friendly, furry listener at the library!
Spencer: Ready, Set, Game!

Sat., January 24 @ 10:00 am–2:00 pm 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!
Rothschild: Ready, Set, Game!

Wed., January 28 @ 4:30 pm–6:30 pm Ready, Set, Game!

Marathon County Public Library—Rothschild Branch 211 Grand Avenue, Rothschild, United States

Join us on a chilly winter evening for a cozy game night!
Hatley: Paper Self-Portraits

Wed., January 28 @ 5:00 pm–7:00 pm

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

Teens can create a self-portrait that reflects you & your personality!
Spencer: Ready, Set, Game!

Sat., January 31 @ 10:00 am–2:00 pm 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!
February 2026
Mosinee: Cribbage

Tue., February 3 @ 1:00 pm–3:00 pm 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.
Wausau: Heart Monsters

Tue., February 3 @ 4:00 pm–6:00 pm

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

Craft your own adorable heart monster using yarn, pipe cleaners, and more!
Wausau: Book Sale: Friends Members Only

Wed., February 4 @ 5:00 pm–7:30 pm Book Sale

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

Check out our book sale hosted by the Friends of MCPL and find your next treasured item!
Wausau: Book Sale

Thu., February 5 @ 9:30 am–7:30 pm Book Sale

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

Check out our book sale hosted by the Friends of MCPL and find your next treasured item!
Wausau: Book Sale

Fri., February 6 @ 9:30 am–4:30 pm Book Sale

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

Check out our book sale hosted by the Friends of MCPL and find your next treasured item!
Spencer: Fiber Artists Meetup

Fri., February 6 @ 1:00 pm–3:00 pm 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.
Wausau: Book Sale

Sat., February 7 @ 9:30 am–3:30 pm Book Sale

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

Check out our book sale hosted by the Friends of MCPL and find your next treasured item!
Spencer: Ready, Set, Game!

Sat., February 7 @ 10:00 am–2:00 pm 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!
Rothschild: LEGO® Club

Sat., February 7 @ 11:00 am–1:00 pm LEGO® Club

Marathon County Public Library—Rothschild Branch 211 Grand Avenue, Rothschild, United States

Get creative with LEGO® and other blocks at the library!
Spencer: Paper Snowflakes

Mon., February 9 @ 1:30 pm–2:30 pm

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

Ages 6 and up are invited to craft paper snowflakes!
Rothschild: Mini Makers

Wed., February 11 @ 10:30 am–12:30 pm Mini Makers

Marathon County Public Library—Rothschild Branch 211 Grand Avenue, Rothschild, United States

Young children are invited to create child-led process art each month!
Rothschild: Fiber Artists Meetup

Wed., February 11 @ 4:30 pm–6:30 pm Fiber Artists Meetup

Marathon County Public Library—Rothschild Branch 211 Grand Avenue, Rothschild, United States

Knitters, crocheters, and other fiber artists are invited for crafting and conversation.
Wausau: Fiber Artists Meetup

Wed., February 11 @ 6:00 pm–7:30 pm 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.
Hatley: Read to a Therapy Dog

Sat., February 14 @ 10:00 am–11:00 am Read to a Therapy Dog

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

Read to a friendly companion at the library!
Spencer: Ready, Set, Game!

Sat., February 14 @ 10:00 am–2:00 pm 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!
Edgar: Heart Wands

Sat., February 14 @ 11:00 am–1:00 pm

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

Children can craft their own heart wands using felted hearts, wooden craft sticks, and more!
Wausau: Zine Making

Sat., February 14 @ 2:30 pm–4:30 pm

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

Join us as we craft zines, a DIY self-publication made using magazine clippings and art supplies!
Wausau: Let’s Play: Hollow Knight®

Mon., February 16 @ 1:00 pm–3:00 pm Let’s Play

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

Teens are invited to play the Nintendo Switch™ game Hollow Knight®!
Wausau: Community Game Night

Featured Wed., February 18 @ 5:00 pm–7:00 pm 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.
Wausau: LEGO® Club

Thu., February 19 @ 3:00 pm–5:00 pm LEGO® Club

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

Get creative with LEGO® and other blocks at the library!
Wausau: Book Sale: Friends Members Only

Sat., February 21 @ 9:30 am–2:30 pm 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!
Wausau: Puzzle Swap

Featured Sat., February 21 @ 10:00 am–12:00 pm Puzzles

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

Drop off gently-used puzzles and take some home with you in exchange!
Spencer: Ready, Set, Game!

Sat., February 21 @ 10:00 am–2:00 pm 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!
Hatley: Communal Art Mural

Mon., February 23–Sat., February 28

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

All are welcome to help us create a communal art mural to display at the library!
Spencer: LEGO® Club

Thu., February 26 @ 12:30 pm–2:30 pm LEGO® Club

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

Get creative with LEGO® and other blocks at the library!
Wausau: Read to a Therapy Dog

Sat., February 28 @ 10:00 am–12:00 pm Read to a Therapy Dog

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

Read to a friendly, furry listener at the library!
Spencer: Ready, Set, Game!

Sat., February 28 @ 10:00 am–2:00 pm 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!
Wausau: “Um, Actually” Trivia

Sat., February 28 @ 2:30 pm–4:30 pm Trivia

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

Find the hidden mistake in various trivia statements!
March 2026
Mosinee: Craft Supply & Game Swap

Mon., March 2–Wed., March 25 Craft & Game Swap

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

Drop off gently used games & craft supplies, then come back on March 24 & 25 to pick up an item or two to refresh your collection.
Mosinee: Crafts & Coloring Extravaganza

Mon., March 2–Tue., March 31

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

Celebrate Youth Art Month this March and participate in different craft and coloring projects each week!
Mosinee: Cribbage

Tue., March 3 @ 1:00 pm–3:00 pm 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.
Athens: ADRC Office Hours

Wed., March 4 @ 1:00 pm–3:00 pm Aging & Disability Resource Center

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

Stop by for open office hours with the ADRC to learn how they can assist you.
Spencer: Fiber Artists Meetup

Fri., March 6 @ 1:00 pm–3:00 pm 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.
Spencer: Ready, Set, Game!

Sat., March 7 @ 10:00 am–2:00 pm 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!
Rothschild: LEGO® Club

Sat., March 7 @ 11:00 am–1:00 pm LEGO® Club

Marathon County Public Library—Rothschild Branch 211 Grand Avenue, Rothschild, United States

Get creative with LEGO® and other blocks at the library!
Spencer: Week of STEM

Mon., March 9–Sat., March 14

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

Children can discover, build, and experiment with new activities each day this week! Be sure to attend our live "Storm in a Jar" experiment on March 11 at 5:00 p.m.!
Canceled Edgar: Crochet Coasters

Mon., March 9 @ 4:00 pm–6:00 pm

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

Follow design patterns to crochet a unique yarn coaster.
Rothschild: Mini Makers

Wed., March 11 @ 10:30 am–12:30 pm Mini Makers

Marathon County Public Library—Rothschild Branch 211 Grand Avenue, Rothschild, United States

Young children are invited to create child-led process art each month!
Rothschild: Fiber Artists Meetup

Wed., March 11 @ 4:30 pm–6:30 pm Fiber Artists Meetup

Marathon County Public Library—Rothschild Branch 211 Grand Avenue, Rothschild, United States

Knitters, crocheters, and other fiber artists are invited for crafting and conversation.
Wausau: Fiber Artists Meetup

Wed., March 11 @ 6:00 pm–7:30 pm 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.
Spencer: Ready, Set, Game!

Sat., March 14 @ 10:00 am–2:00 pm 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!
Wausau: Teen D&D Club

Sat., March 14 @ 2:30 pm–4:30 pm Dungeons & Dragons

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

Meet with others to talk about all things D&D and participate in RPG-themed activities.
Stratford: Never Forgotten Honor Flight Card Making

Tue., March 17 @ 3:30 pm–6:30 pm Honor Flight Card Making

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

Make cards for veterans to receive on the Never Forgotten Honor Flight this spring.
Wausau: Community Game Night

Wed., March 18 @ 5:00 pm–7:00 pm 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.
Edgar: Charm Bookmarks

Thu., March 19–Sat., March 21

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

Teens can personalize their own unique page marker using ribbon, lace, and a variety of charms.
Wausau: LEGO® Club

Thu., March 19 @ 3:00 pm–5:00 pm LEGO® Club

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

Get creative with LEGO® and other blocks at the library!
Spencer: Monster Bookmarks

Fri., March 20 @ 11:00 am–12:00 pm

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

All ages are invited to make their own monster corner bookmarks!
Wausau: Book Sale: Friends Members Only

Sat., March 21 @ 9:30 am–2:30 pm 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!
Spencer: Ready, Set, Game!

Sat., March 21 @ 10:00 am–2:00 pm 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!
Wausau: Pop-Up Book Sale

Featured Sat., March 28 @ 9:30 am–3:30 pm Book Sale

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

Check out our book sale with our popular $6 bag sale, hosted by the Friends of MCPL, and find your next treasured item!
Wausau: Read to a Therapy Dog

Sat., March 28 @ 10:00 am–12:00 pm Read to a Therapy Dog

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

Read to a friendly, furry listener at the library!
Spencer: Ready, Set, Game!

Sat., March 28 @ 10:00 am–2:00 pm 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!
Edgar: Stuffed Animal Sleepover

Mon., March 30 @ 1:00 pm–6:00 pm

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

Drop off a stuffed animal for an exciting sleepover at the library!

Community events:

For additional Wausau-area events, check out the events calendar on visitwausau.com. (Please note: While library events are included on this site, the majority are not affiliated with MCPL.)