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Name: Athens: Build a Spaghettisaurus
Start: 2026-06-22T00:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-06-27T23:59:59-05:00
Location: Marathon County Public Library—Athens Branch

April 2026
Spencer: Mini Makers

Mon., April 13–Sat., April 18 Mini Makers

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

Young children are invited to create child-led process art all week long!
Wausau: Book Sale: Friends Members Only

Sat., April 18 @ 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., April 18 @ 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!
Mosinee: Book Sale

Tue., April 21 @ 1:00 pm–7:00 pm Book Sale

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

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

Wed., April 22 @ 10:00 am–3:00 pm Book Sale

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

Check out our book sale hosted by the Friends of MCPL and find your next treasured item!
Hatley: Cribbage

Fri., April 24 @ 11:00 am–1:00 pm Cribbage

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

Adults are welcome to play cribbage at the library!
Wausau: Read to a Therapy Dog

Sat., April 25 @ 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., April 25 @ 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: Pop Tab Butterflies

Sat., April 25 @ 11:00 am–1:00 pm

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

Children are invited to create a butterfly craft using beads, wire, and pop tabs.
Wausau: Let’s Play: Metroid Dread®

Mon., April 27 @ 2:30 pm–4:30 pm Let’s Play

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

Teens can stop by to play Metroid Dread® using our Nintendo Switch™ console!
Wausau: Wire Sculptures

Tue., April 28 @ 4:00 pm–6:00 pm

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

Using craft wire, beads, and blocks of wood, children can their own wire sculpture!
Rothschild: Painted Phone Grips

Wed., April 29 @ 4:30 pm–6:00 pm

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

Paint over a plain phone grip or bring one from home to add a personal, creative touch to your device!
Wausau: Book Sale: Friends Members Only

Wed., April 29 @ 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., April 30 @ 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!
May 2026
Wausau: Book Sale

Fri., May 1 @ 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., May 1 @ 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: Every Bird Counts: A Migratory Bird Celebration

Featured Sat., May 2 @ 9:30 am–11:00 am

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

Learn more about migratory birds in Wisconsin, discover how we can protect them, and enjoy activities from the Wausau Bird Club that are perfect for the whole family.
Wausau: Book Sale

Sat., May 2 @ 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!
Rothschild: LEGO® Club

Sat., May 2 @ 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., May 2 @ 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.
Athens: ADRC Office Hours

Wed., May 6 @ 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.
Marathon City: Community Plant Swap

Mon., May 11–Sat., May 16 Plant Swap

Marathon County Public Library—Marathon City Branch 515 Washington Street, Marathon City, United States

Drop off a plant or cutting and pick up another in exchange!
Rothschild: Fiber Artists Meetup

Wed., May 13 @ 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., May 13 @ 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: Book Sale: Friends Members Only

Sat., May 16 @ 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: Read to a Therapy Dog

Sat., May 16 @ 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!
Wausau: Community Game Night

Featured Wed., May 20 @ 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., May 21 @ 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: Let’s Play: Screencheat®

Fri., May 22 @ 2:30 pm–4:30 pm Let’s Play

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

Be invisible and "screencheat" your way to the win in this multiplayer Nintendo Switch™ game!
June 2026
Mosinee: USA Time Travelers

Mon., June 1–Wed., June 3 America 250

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

Go back in time to the founding of America and solve clues about our nation’s history to get back to present day.
Wausau: Community Plant Swap

Featured Mon., June 1–Sat., June 6 Plant Swap

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

Drop off a plant or cutting and pick up another in exchange!
Edgar: Community Plant Swap

Mon., June 1–Sat., June 6 Plant Swap

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

Drop off a plant or cutting and pick up another in exchange!
Wausau: School Supply Swap

Featured Mon., June 1–Sat., June 6

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

Drop off gently used school supplies from June 1-5. Stop back on June 6 to pick up supplies for yourself or your kids!
Stratford: Dinosaur Suncatchers

Mon., June 1–Sat., June 6 Dinosaur Suncatchers

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

Decorate your windows with a colorful dinosaur suncatcher!
All MCPL Locations: Summer Community Journal

Mon., June 1–Mon., August 31

All MCPL Locations Marathon County, WI, United States

Pick up a journal page to write about a summer adventure! These entries will be combined to make a unique community journal.
Mosinee: Cribbage at the Library

Tue., June 2 @ 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: Amber Fossil & Dinosaur Eye Magnets

Tue., June 2 @ 1:00 pm–7:00 pm Amber Fossil & Dinosaur Eye Magnets

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

Design magnets that resemble fossils trapped in amber or a fierce dinosaur eye!
Spencer: Fiber Artists Meetup

Fri., June 5 @ 1:00 pm–3:00 pm Fiber Artists Meetup

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

Bring your current project to work on and meet with others for crafting and conversation.
Spencer: Ready, Set, Game!

Sat., June 6 @ 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!
Kronenwetter: Story Time at the Farmer’s Market

Featured Sun., June 7 @ 9:00 am–2:00 pm Family Story Time

Buska Park 2390 Terrebonne Drive, Kronenwetter, WI, United States

Enjoy stories and crafts with us at the farmer's market!
Spencer: USA Time Travelers

Mon., June 8–Sat., June 13 America 250

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

Go back in time to the founding of America and solve clues about our nation’s history to get back to present day.
Stratford: Dino Days of Summer

Mon., June 8–Sat., June 13

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

Find hidden dinosaur eggs around the library to get matched with a mini dinosaur, create its habitat, and pick up our SLP activity book!
Wausau: Summer Kickoff Party

Featured Mon., June 8 @ 10:00 am–12:00 pm

Oak Island Park 500 River Drive, Wausau, WI, United States

Celebrate the start of our summer library program with a petting zoo, a make-and-take flower planting station, and more!
Rothschild: Egg Carton Geodes

Mon., June 8 @ 10:30 am–12:30 pm Egg Carton Geodes

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

Craft your own geode using an egg carton cup, glue, and dyed Epsom salt.
Spencer: Cribbage at the Library

Tue., June 9 @ 1:30 pm–3:00 pm Cribbage

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

Adults are welcome to play cribbage at the library!
Mosinee: Clay Fossil Necklaces

Tue., June 9 @ 2:00 pm–6:00 pm Fossil Necklace

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

Use air-dry clay, stencils, paint, and more to create a one-of-a-kind fossil necklace!
Wausau: Pokémon Club

Tue., June 9 @ 4:00 pm–5:00 pm Pokémon Club

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

Meet with others to trade cards and discuss all things Pokémon!
Athens: Jurassic Party

Wed., June 10 @ 10:30 am–11:30 am

Athens Park 5991 State Hwy 97, Athens, United States

Enjoy dino-mite stories, crafts, a scavenger hunt, and more!
Rothschild: Mini Makers

Wed., June 10 @ 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., June 10 @ 4:30 pm–6:30 pm Fiber Artists Meetup

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

Bring your current project to work on and meet with others for crafting and conversation.
Wausau: Fiber Artists Meetup

Wed., June 10 @ 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: Red, White, & Blue Chalk Fest

Fri., June 12 @ 10:00 am–4:00 pm America 250

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

Celebrate Spencerama Days and decorate the sidewalks outside the library with your red, white, and blue chalk masterpieces!
Rothschild: Puzzle Social

Featured Sat., June 13 @ 10:00 am–12:00 pm Puzzles

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

Meet with others to enjoy puzzles and conversation.
Spencer: Ready, Set, Game!

Sat., June 13 @ 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!
Spencer: Red, White, & Blue Chalk Fest

Sat., June 13 @ 10:00 am–2:00 pm America 250

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

Celebrate Spencerama Days and decorate the sidewalks outside the library with your red, white, and blue chalk masterpieces!
Edgar: Flower Pot Painting

Sat., June 13 @ 11:00 am–1:00 pm

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

Paint a terracotta pot with a design of your own or use a template provided!
Marathon City: Dinosaur Suncatchers

Mon., June 15–Sat., June 20 Dinosaur Suncatchers

Marathon County Public Library—Marathon City Branch 515 Washington Street, Marathon City, United States

Decorate your windows with a colorful dinosaur suncatcher!
Athens: Prehistoric Rock Art

Mon., June 15–Sat., June 20

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

Dig into the past and create your own prehistoric rock art!
Edgar: Egg Carton Geodes

Mon., June 15–Sat., June 20 Egg Carton Geodes

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

Craft your own geode using an egg carton cup, glue, and dyed Epsom salt.
Hatley: Read to a Therapy Dog

Mon., June 15 @ 1:00 pm–2:00 pm Read to a Therapy Dog

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

Read to a friendly, furry listener at the library!
Mosinee: Cribbage at the Library

Tue., June 16 @ 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.
Marathon City: Amber Fossil & Dinosaur Eye Magnets

Tue., June 16 @ 1:00 pm–3:00 pm Amber Fossil & Dinosaur Eye Magnets

Marathon County Public Library—Marathon City Branch 515 Washington Street, Marathon City, United States

Design magnets that resemble fossils trapped in amber or a fierce dinosaur eye!
Stratford: Patriotic Wall Décor

Tue., June 16 @ 3:30 pm–6:30 pm America 250

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

Craft a colorful wooden patriotic flag to add to your space!
Athens: Clay Fossil Necklaces

Wed., June 17 @ 10:00 am–4:00 pm Fossil Necklace

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

Use air-dry clay, stencils, paint, and more to create a one-of-a-kind fossil necklace!
Wausau: Let’s Play: Hades®

Wed., June 17 @ 1:30 pm–3:30 pm Let’s Play

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

Play Hades® on our Nintendo Switch and slash out of the Underworld!
Spencer: Whitehaven Petting Zoo

Featured Thu., June 18 @ 10:00 am–11:00 am

Lions Park 105 South Park Street, Spencer, WI, United States

Come see a mix of farm and exotic animals provided by Whitehaven Petting Zoo!
Wausau: Teen D&D Club

Thu., June 18 @ 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.
Rothschild: Read to a Therapy Dog

Thu., June 18 @ 3:00 pm–4:00 pm Read to a Therapy Dog

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

Read to a friendly, furry listener this summer!
Wausau: LEGO® Club

Thu., June 18 @ 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: Stars & Stripes Glitter Jars

Fri., June 19 @ 10:00 am–11:30 am America 250

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

Make sensory bottles filled with a variety of patriotic colors and mix-ins.
Hatley: Stamp Carving

Fri., June 19 @ 1:00 pm–3:00 pm

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

Create a unique stamp using an eraser and a linoleum carving tool.
Spencer: Ready, Set, Game!

Sat., June 20 @ 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: Rainbow Rubber Band Creations

Mon., June 22–Sat., June 27

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

Use our loom machine to make colorful rubber band bracelets, keychains and more!
Marathon City: USA Time Travelers

Mon., June 22–Sat., June 27 America 250

Marathon County Public Library—Marathon City Branch 515 Washington Street, Marathon City, United States

Go back in time to the founding of America and solve clues about our nation’s history to get back to present day.
Athens: Build a Spaghettisaurus

Mon., June 22–Sat., June 27

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

Build a dinosaur using marshmallows and spaghetti noodles.

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.)

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