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August 2026
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.
Athens: Dinosaur Suncatchers

Mon., July 27–Sat., August 1 Dinosaur Suncatchers

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

Decorate your windows with a colorful dinosaur suncatcher!
Stratford: Egg Carton Geodes

Mon., July 27–Sat., August 1 Egg Carton Geodes

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

Craft your own geode using an egg carton cup, glue, and dyed Epsom salt.
Spencer: Ready, Set, Game!

Sat., August 1 @ 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!
Marathon City: Board Game & Puzzle Swap

Mon., August 3–Sat., August 15

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

Drop off gently used board games & puzzles, then come back on August 10-15 to pick up an item or two to refresh your collection.
Marathon City: Clay Fossil Necklaces

Mon., August 3 @ 1:00 pm–6:00 pm Fossil Necklace

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

Use air-dry clay, stencils, paint, and more to create a one-of-a-kind fossil necklace!
Stratford: USA Time Travelers

Tue., August 4–Sat., August 8 America 250

Marathon County Public Library—Stratford Branch 213201 Scholar Street, Stratford, 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.
Spencer: Amber Fossil & Dinosaur Eye Magnets

Tue., August 4 @ 10:00 am–1:00 pm Amber Fossil & Dinosaur Eye Magnets

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

Design magnets that resemble fossils trapped in amber or a fierce dinosaur eye!
Mosinee: Cribbage at the Library

Tue., August 4 @ 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.
Edgar: Friendship Bracelets

Wed., August 5–Thu., August 6

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

Choose from colorful beads, letter beads, and fun charms to make your own friendship bracelets!
Wausau: Book Sale: Friends Members Only

Wed., August 5 @ 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., August 6 @ 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., August 7 @ 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., August 7 @ 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.
Wausau: Book Sale

Sat., August 8 @ 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: Puzzle Social

Sat., August 8 @ 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., August 8 @ 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: Camp Between the Stacks

Featured Sat., August 8 @ 2:00 pm–4:00 pm

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

Escape the summer sun and build a cozy family fort right between the bookshelves!
Mosinee: Dinosaur Suncatchers

Mon., August 10–Sat., August 15 Dinosaur Suncatchers

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

Decorate your windows with a colorful dinosaur suncatcher!
Athens: Egg Carton Geodes

Mon., August 10–Sat., August 15 Egg Carton Geodes

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

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

Tue., August 11 @ 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!
Wausau: Pokémon Club

Tue., August 11 @ 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!
Rothschild: Mini Makers

Wed., August 12 @ 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: Let’s Play: Celeste®

Wed., August 12 @ 1:30 pm–3:30 pm Let’s Play

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

Play Celeste® on our Nintendo Switch and brave challenges on your way to the top of Celeste Mountain.
Rothschild: Fiber Artists Meetup

Wed., August 12 @ 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., August 12 @ 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: Clay Fossil Necklaces

Thu., August 13 @ 10:00 am–1:00 pm Fossil Necklace

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

Use air-dry clay, stencils, paint, and more to create a one-of-a-kind fossil necklace!
Rothschild: Minecraft® Unplugged

Thu., August 13 @ 1:00 pm–3:00 pm Minecraft

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

Enjoy some pixelated fun off-screen and enjoy crafts, activities, and a photo booth.
Wausau: Teen D&D Club

Thu., August 13 @ 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.
Wausau: Junk Journal Lab

Thu., August 13 @ 5:30 pm–7:30 pm Junk Journal Lab

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

Use a variety of craft supplies to add your own creativity to a journal from home.
Spencer: Ready, Set, Game!

Sat., August 15 @ 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: Building with Magnetic Tiles

Mon., August 17–Sat., August 22

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

Stop in to create and play with magnetic tiles all week long!
Hatley: USA Time Travelers

Mon., August 17–Sat., August 22 America 250

Marathon County Public Library—Hatley Branch 435 Curtis Avenue, Hatley, 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: Zine Making

Featured Mon., August 17 @ 9:30 am–7:30 pm

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

Teens are welcome stop by to create a one-of-a-kind zine, or DIY self-publication, using magazines, glue sticks, markers, and more!
Hatley: Read to a Therapy Dog

Mon., August 17 @ 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

Featured Tue., August 18 @ 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.
Stratford: Amber Fossil & Dinosaur Eye Magnets

Tue., August 18 @ 1:00 pm–7:00 pm Amber Fossil & Dinosaur Eye Magnets

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

Design magnets that resemble fossils trapped in amber or a fierce dinosaur eye!
Wausau: ROCK’N Picture Stand

Tue., August 18 @ 2:00 pm–4:00 pm

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

Use wire, a rock, and beads to craft a unique picture stand!
Mosinee: Egg Carton Geodes

Wed., August 19 @ 10:00 am–3:00 pm Egg Carton Geodes

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

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

Thu., August 20 @ 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., August 20 @ 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: Read to a Therapy Dog

Sat., August 22 @ 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., August 22 @ 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: Dinosaur Suncatchers

Mon., August 24–Sat., August 29 Dinosaur Suncatchers

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

Decorate your windows with a colorful dinosaur suncatcher!
Spencer: Ready, Set, Game!

Sat., August 29 @ 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., August 29 @ 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!
September 2026
Mosinee: Cribbage at the Library

Tue., September 1 @ 1:00 pm–3:00 pm Cribbage

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

Join us in our historic second-floor space to play this midwestern staple.
Spencer: Recipe Swap

Fri., September 4 @ 1:00 pm–2:00 pm Recipe Swap

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

Bring in a copy of a favorite recipe & walk away with a new recipe or two!
Spencer: Fiber Artists Meetup

Fri., September 4 @ 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.
Hatley: Read to a Therapy Dog

Sat., September 5 @ 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, furry listener at the library!
Hatley: Physical Media Swap

Tue., September 8–Sat., September 19

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

Bring DVDs, CDs, vinyl records, or other physical media to the library and come back September 16-19 to shop for new items to take home!
Spencer: Cribbage at the Library

Tue., September 8 @ 1:30 pm–3:00 pm Cribbage

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

Meet with others to play this midwestern staple.
Rothschild: Mini Makers

Wed., September 9 @ 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., September 9 @ 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., September 9 @ 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.
Mosinee: Cribbage at the Library

Tue., September 15 @ 1:00 pm–3:00 pm Cribbage

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

Join us in our historic second-floor space to play this midwestern staple.
Wausau: LEGO® Club

Thu., September 17 @ 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., September 19 @ 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!
Hatley: Read to a Therapy Dog

Sat., September 19 @ 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, furry listener at the library!
Spencer: Book Sale

Wed., September 23 @ 1:00 pm–7:00 pm Book Sale

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

Browse our book sale hosted by the Friends of MCPL!
Spencer: Book Sale

Thu., September 24 @ 10:00 am–3:00 pm Book Sale

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

Browse our book sale hosted by the Friends of MCPL!
Mosinee: Cribbage at the Library

Tue., September 29 @ 1:00 pm–3:00 pm Cribbage

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

Join us in our historic second-floor space to play this midwestern staple.
Stratford: Book Sale

Tue., September 29 @ 1:00 pm–7:00 pm Book Sale

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

Browse our book sale hosted by the Friends of MCPL!
Stratford: Book Sale

Wed., September 30 @ 10:00 am–3:00 pm Book Sale

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

Browse our book sale hosted by the Friends of MCPL!
October 2026
Spencer: Recipe Swap

Fri., October 2 @ 1:00 pm–2:00 pm Recipe Swap

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

Bring in a copy of a favorite recipe & walk away with a new recipe or two!
Spencer: Fiber Artists Meetup

Fri., October 2 @ 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.
Hatley: Read to a Therapy Dog

Sat., October 3 @ 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, furry listener at the library!
Mosinee: Cribbage at the Library

Tue., October 6 @ 1:00 pm–3:00 pm Cribbage

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

Join us in our historic second-floor space to play this midwestern staple.
Spencer: Cribbage at the Library

Tue., October 13 @ 1:30 pm–3:00 pm Cribbage

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

Meet with others to play this midwestern staple.
Rothschild: Mini Makers

Wed., October 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!
Rothschild: Fiber Artists Meetup

Wed., October 14 @ 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., October 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., October 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., October 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!
Hatley: Read to a Therapy Dog

Sat., October 17 @ 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, furry listener 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.)