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Name: Wausau: Family Story Time
Start: 2026-07-23T10:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-07-23T10:30:00-05:00
Location: Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters

June 2026
Wausau: Story Time at the Parks: Brockmeyer

Mon., June 29 @ 10:00 am–10:30 am Story Time at the Parks

Brockmeyer Park 4200 Stettin Dr, Wausau, WI, United States

Join us in the fresh air for story times at local parks this summer!
Athens: Mischief & Magic: Mischief Menagerie

Featured Mon., June 29 @ 10:30 am–11:30 am Mischief & Magic

Athens Community Hall 221 Caroline Street, Athens, WI, United States

See a fascinating collection of animals, including rare reptiles, a real fossil collection, and more!
Hatley: Mischief & Magic: Mischief Menagerie

Mon., June 29 @ 1:30 pm–2:30 pm Mischief & Magic

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

See a fascinating collection of animals, including rare reptiles, a real fossil collection, and more!
Rothschild: Mischief & Magic: Mischief Menagerie

Mon., June 29 @ 4:00 pm–5:00 pm Mischief & Magic

George Street Park 707 George Street, Rothschild, WI, United States

See a fascinating collection of animals, including rare reptiles, a real fossil collection, and more!
Wausau: Teen D&D Summer Adventure

Tue., June 30 @ 1:30 pm–4:00 pm Dungeons & Dragons

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

Teen adventurers are invited to join us for exciting Dungeons & Dragons games each week!
July 2026
Wausau: Play & Learn

Wed., July 1 @ 9:30 am–10:30 am Play & Learn

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

Join us for a story, music, crafts and much more led by Children’s Wisconsin!
Rothschild: Family Story Time

Wed., July 1 @ 10:30 am–11:30 am Family Story Time

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

Children and their caregivers are invited for a mix of stories, songs, and activities!
Wausau: Family Story Time

Thu., July 2 @ 10:00 am–10:30 am Family Story Time

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

Children and their caregivers are invited for a mix of stories, songs, and activities!
Marathon City: Family Story Time

Thu., July 2 @ 10:30 am–11:00 am Family Story Time

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

Children and their caregivers are invited for a mix of stories, songs, and activities!
Wausau: Summer at Mead: Decision Making in Conservation

Thu., July 2 @ 12:15 pm–3:45 pm Summer at Mead

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

Explore how natural resource decisions are made and participate in teambuilding activities.
Athens: USA Time Travelers

Mon., July 6–Sat., July 11 America 250

Marathon County Public Library—Athens Branch 203 Alfred Street, Athens, 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.
All MCPL Locations: Creative Writing Contest

Mon., July 6–Mon., August 31

All MCPL Locations Marathon County, WI, United States

Write a short story inspired by one of our winning pieces of art from our Illustration Contest.
Rothschild: Amber Fossil & Dinosaur Eye Magnets

Mon., July 6 @ 10:30 am–12:30 pm Amber Fossil & Dinosaur Eye Magnets

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

Design magnets that resemble fossils trapped in amber or a fierce dinosaur eye!
Hatley: Egg Carton Geodes

Featured Mon., July 6 @ 2:00 pm–3:00 pm Egg Carton Geodes

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

Craft your own geode using an egg carton cup, glue, and dyed Epsom salt.
Wausau: The Mammoth Hunter

Tue., July 7 @ 10:00 am–11:00 am Mammoth Hunter

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

See museum-quality replicas of fossils and artifacts, learn about remarkable prehistoric human survival skills, and so much more!
Edgar: Family Story Time

Tue., July 7 @ 11:00 am–11:30 am Family Story Time

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

Children and their caregivers are invited for a mix of stories, songs, and activities!
Mosinee: The Mammoth Hunter

Tue., July 7 @ 1:30 pm–2:30 pm Mammoth Hunter

River Park 1098-1070 Armory Rd, Mosinee, WI, United States

See museum-quality replicas of fossils and artifacts, learn about remarkable prehistoric human survival skills, and so much more!
Wausau: Teen D&D Summer Adventure

Tue., July 7 @ 1:30 pm–4:00 pm Dungeons & Dragons

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

Teen adventurers are invited to join us for exciting Dungeons & Dragons games each week!
Stratford: The Mammoth Hunter

Tue., July 7 @ 4:30 pm–5:30 pm Mammoth Hunter

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

See museum-quality replicas of fossils and artifacts, learn about remarkable prehistoric human survival skills, and so much more!
Wausau: Play & Learn

Wed., July 8 @ 9:30 am–10:30 am Play & Learn

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

Join us for a story, music, crafts and much more led by Children’s Wisconsin!
Athens: Family Story Time

Wed., July 8 @ 10:30 am–11:00 am Family Story Time

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

Children and their caregivers are invited for a mix of stories, songs, and activities!
Rothschild: Mini Makers

Wed., July 8 @ 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., July 8 @ 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: Family Story Time

Thu., July 9 @ 10:00 am–10:30 am Family Story Time

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

Children and their caregivers are invited for a mix of stories, songs, and activities!
Spencer: Tom Pease

Thu., July 9 @ 10:00 am–11:00 am Tom Pease

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

Join us for this engaging performance by Tom Pease that features movement, sign language, humor, and joy!
Marathon City: Family Story Time

Thu., July 9 @ 10:30 am–11:00 am Family Story Time

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

Children and their caregivers are invited for a mix of stories, songs, and activities!
Wausau: Summer at Mead: All About Mammals

Thu., July 9 @ 12:15 pm–3:45 pm Summer at Mead

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

Make a clay model of an animal track, learn about mammal behaviors, and more.
Stratford: Clay Fossil Necklaces

Thu., July 9 @ 1:00 pm–7:00 pm Fossil Necklace

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

Use air-dry clay, stencils, paint, and more to create a one-of-a-kind fossil necklace!
Edgar: Clay Fossil Necklaces

Thu., July 9 @ 2:00 pm–3:00 pm Fossil Necklace

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

Use air-dry clay, stencils, paint, and more to create a one-of-a-kind fossil necklace!
Wausau: Crafts & Dragons: Papercraft Spell Boxes

Featured Thu., July 9 @ 2:30 pm–4:30 pm Crafts & Dragons

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

Craft your own spell box to hold cards, trinkets, mini figures, and more!
Marathon City: Minecraft® Unplugged

Fri., July 10 @ 1:00 pm–3:00 pm Minecraft

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

Participate in various pixelated activities, a building challenge, a scavenger hunt, and more!
Spencer: Ready, Set, Game!

Sat., July 11 @ 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!
Athens: Clay & Seed Mosaic

Mon., July 13–Sat., July 18

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

Create a handmade mosaic tile using air-dry clay and an assortment of dried seeds.
Spencer: Dinosaur Suncatchers

Mon., July 13–Sat., July 18 Dinosaur Suncatchers

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

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

Mon., July 13–Sat., July 18 Egg Carton Geodes

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

Craft your own geode using an egg carton cup, glue, and dyed Epsom salt.
Wausau: Story Time at the Parks: Sylvan Hill

Mon., July 13 @ 10:00 am–10:30 am Story Time at the Parks

Sylvan Hill Park 1329 Sylvan St, Wausau, WI, United States

Join us in the fresh air for story times at local parks this summer!
Mosinee: Play & Learn

Mon., July 13 @ 10:30 am–11:30 am Play & Learn

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

Join us for a story, music, crafts and much more led by Children’s Wisconsin!
Wausau: Genealogy Meetup

Mon., July 13 @ 1:00 pm–2:00 pm Genealogy

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

Learn more about our genealogy resources available at the library!
Hatley: Read to a Therapy Dog

Mon., July 13 @ 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!
Wausau: Evening Genealogy Meetup with Eleanor Brinsko

Mon., July 13 @ 5:30 pm–6:30 pm Genealogy

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

Join us for a special evening genealogy meetup with genealogist Eleanor Brinsko as she dives into how to dig for genealogy clues and ask important questions during research.
Edgar: USA Time Travelers

Tue., July 14–Sat., July 18 America 250

Marathon County Public Library—Edgar Branch 224 South 3rd Avenue, Edgar, 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.
Marathon City: The Juggler with the Yellow Shoes

Tue., July 14 @ 10:00 am–11:00 am Juggler with the Yellow Shoes

Marathon Area Elementary School 100 Spring Valley Drive, Marathon City, WI, United States

Join us for an engaging performance as stories are weaved into an amazing juggling act!
Hatley: Family Story Time

Tue., July 14 @ 10:30 am–11:00 am Family Story Time

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

Children and their caregivers are invited for a mix of stories, songs, and activities!
Rothschild: The Juggler with the Yellow Shoes

Tue., July 14 @ 1:00 pm–2:00 pm Juggler with the Yellow Shoes

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

Join us for an engaging performance as stories are weaved into an amazing juggling act!
Wausau: Teen D&D Summer Adventure

Tue., July 14 @ 1:30 pm–4:00 pm Dungeons & Dragons

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

Teen adventurers are invited to join us for exciting Dungeons & Dragons games each week!
Wausau: Pokémon Club

Tue., July 14 @ 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!
Wausau: Play & Learn

Wed., July 15 @ 9:30 am–10:30 am Play & Learn

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

Join us for a story, music, crafts and much more led by Children’s Wisconsin!
Rothschild: Family Story Time

Wed., July 15 @ 10:30 am–11:30 am Family Story Time

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

Children and their caregivers are invited for a mix of stories, songs, and activities!
Wausau: Let’s Play: Sea of Stars®

Wed., July 15 @ 1:30 pm–3:30 pm Let’s Play

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

Play Sea of Stars® on our Nintendo Switch and embark on a journey to defeat creations of the evil alchemist!
Wausau: Community Game Night

Wed., July 15 @ 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: Family Story Time

Thu., July 16 @ 10:00 am–10:30 am Family Story Time

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

Children and their caregivers are invited for a mix of stories, songs, and activities!
Marathon City: Family Story Time

Thu., July 16 @ 10:30 am–11:00 am Family Story Time

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

Children and their caregivers are invited for a mix of stories, songs, and activities!
Wausau: Summer at Mead: Geology

Thu., July 16 @ 12:15 pm–3:45 pm Summer at Mead

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

Learn about Wisconsin's geology and participate in mineral and rock testing.
Wausau: Neurographic Art

Thu., July 16 @ 2:30 pm–3:30 pm Neurographic Art

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

Create artwork that combines abstract drawing with mindfulness and free the pressure of achieving perfection.
Wausau: Teen D&D Club

Thu., July 16 @ 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., July 16 @ 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., July 16 @ 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: Movie Showing: “GOAT”

Fri., July 17 @ 2:00 pm–4:00 pm Movie Showings

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

Everyone has greatness waiting to be unearthed! Join us for a free movie screening of "GOAT" at the library.
Wausau: Book Sale: Friends Members Only

Sat., July 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., July 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!
Marathon City: Pirate Week

Mon., July 20–Sat., July 25

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

Enjoy pirate-themed crafts, stories, a treasure hunt, and more!
Wausau: QR Code American Scavenger Hunt

Mon., July 20 @ 9:30 am–7:30 pm America 250

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

Solve riddles and clues about our nation's history by scanning QR codes throughout the library.
Mosinee: MCPL’s Amazing History

Mon., July 20 @ 10:30 am–11:30 am Amazing History

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

Learn surprising MCPL fun facts, hear fascinating stories, and view vintage photos from the past!
Hatley: The Magic of Isaiah

Mon., July 20 @ 1:30 pm–2:30 pm Magic of Isaiah

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

Watch mind-boggling tricks and illusions performed right before your eyes!
Edgar: The Magic of Isaiah

Mon., July 20 @ 4:00 pm–5:00 pm Magic of Isaiah

Oak Street Park 204 E Lutz Street, Edgar, WI, United States

Watch mind-boggling tricks and illusions performed right before your eyes!
Wausau: The Magic of Isaiah

Tue., July 21 @ 10:00 am–11:00 am Magic of Isaiah

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

Watch mind-boggling tricks and illusions performed right before your eyes!
Spencer: Dig into Summer Story Time

Tue., July 21 @ 10:30 am–11:00 am Family Story Time

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

Join us for lively and engaging story times centered around our "Unearth a Story" summer theme!
Hatley: Clay Fossil Necklaces

Tue., July 21 @ 10:30 am–11:30 am Fossil Necklace

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

Use air-dry clay, stencils, paint, and more to create a one-of-a-kind fossil necklace!
Edgar: Family Story Time

Tue., July 21 @ 11:00 am–11:30 am Family Story Time

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

Children and their caregivers are invited for a mix of stories, songs, and activities!
Mosinee: Amber Fossil & Dinosaur Eye Magnets

Tue., July 21 @ 1:00 pm–6:00 pm Amber Fossil & Dinosaur Eye Magnets

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

Design magnets that resemble fossils trapped in amber or a fierce dinosaur eye!
Wausau: Teen D&D Summer Adventure

Tue., July 21 @ 1:30 pm–4:00 pm Dungeons & Dragons

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

Teen adventurers are invited to join us for exciting Dungeons & Dragons games each week!
Athens: Family Story Time

Wed., July 22 @ 10:30 am–11:00 am Family Story Time

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

Children and their caregivers are invited for a mix of stories, songs, and activities!
Stratford: A Mammoth Story Time

Wed., July 22 @ 10:30 am–11:30 am Family Story Time

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

Learn interesting facts about these Ice Age giants and create an adorable mammoth craft to take home!
Wausau: Library Card Pool Day

Featured Thu., July 23

Kaiser Pool 900 East Bridge Street, Wausau, WI, United States +2 more

Present your library card for free admission to Schulenberg, Kaiser, or Memorial swimming pools today only!
Wausau: Family Story Time

Thu., July 23 @ 10:00 am–10:30 am Family Story Time

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

Children and their caregivers are invited for a mix of stories, songs, and activities!

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