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  • The U.S. Constitution's "We the People," the American flag, and Statue of Liberty.

    Edgar: USA Time Travelers

    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.

  • child reading a book on parent's lap

    Hatley: Family Story Time

    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!

  • cribbage board and deck of cards

    Spencer: Cribbage at the Library

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

    Adults are welcome to play cribbage at the library!

  • pokemon cards spread out with a pokeball on top

    Wausau: Pokémon Club

    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!

  • young children reading a picture book and pointing

    Wausau: Play & Learn

    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!

  • child reading a book on parent's lap

    Rothschild: Family Story Time

    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!

  • Two characters stand back-to-back with a glowing moon behind them, in a fantastical landscape with mountains and flowers, and "LET'S PLAY" displayed in the corner with a nintendo switch graphic

    Wausau: Let’s Play: Sea of Stars®

    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!

  • child reading a book on parent's lap

    Wausau: Family Story Time

    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!

  • child reading a book on parent's lap

    Marathon City: Family Story Time

    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!

  • close up image of stone

    Wausau: Summer at Mead: Geology

    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.

  • paint tray, brushes, and paint on a table

    Wausau: Neurographic Art

    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.

  • colorful d20 dice

    Wausau: Teen D&D Club

    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.

  • various colorful lego blocks

    Wausau: LEGO® Club

    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!

  • stadium background with GOAT movie poster in the center

    Wausau: Movie Showing: “GOAT”

    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.

  • people shopping for books at a 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!

  • variety of games close up

    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!

  • vintage looking photo of a treasure map, jewelry, and gold coins

    Marathon City: Pirate Week

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

    Enjoy pirate-themed crafts, stories, a treasure hunt, and more!

  • glitched tech photo of us constitution showing we the people

    Wausau: QR Code American Scavenger Hunt

    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.

  • a collage of vintage photos of the MCPL bookmobile, libraries, library cards, and people

    Mosinee: MCPL’s Amazing History

    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!

  • black background with gold swirls and magician isaiah in the middle with his arms open and smiling

    Hatley: The Magic of Isaiah

    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!

  • close up of d20 dice and an old bag with coins

    Wausau: Gather Your Party

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

    Discuss roleplaying games, find a group to join, or form your party right on the spot.

  • Children's books with dinosaur themes displayed on a library table.

    Spencer: Dig into Summer Story Time

    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!

  • two hand-crafted clay pendants, one yellow with a shell design and one blue with a dinosaur footprint design.

    Hatley: Clay Fossil Necklaces

    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!

  • child reading a book on parent's lap

    Edgar: Family Story Time

    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!

  • cribbage board and deck of cards

    Mosinee: Cribbage at the Library

    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.

  • child reading a book on parent's lap

    Athens: Family Story Time

    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!

  • Three children's books about mammoths displayed on a table.

    Stratford: A Mammoth Story Time

    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!

  • group of people sitting at a round table writing on laptop or paper

    Wausau: Creative Writers Collective

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

    Writers of all levels are encouraged to join us for a collaborate space to write & have the opportunity to share their writing with others.

  • group of children in a pool wearing goggles

    Wausau: Library Card Pool Day

    Featured
    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!

  • child reading a book on parent's lap

    Wausau: Family Story Time

    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!

  • mosaic tiles with the face of a woman and a snake

    Wausau: Pompeii Mosaics

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

    Using clay and glass pieces, create a beautiful Pompeii-inspired mosaic paver.

  • paint tray, brushes, and paint on a table

    Wausau: Neurographic Art

    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.

  • variety of games close up

    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!

  • various colorful lego blocks

    Rothschild: LEGO® Club

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

    Get creative with LEGO® and other blocks at the library!

  • Four egg carton cups showing geode-like vibrant blue and pink interiors on a wooden table, with bookshelves in the background.

    Stratford: Egg Carton Geodes

    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.

  • zoom in of adult holding hands with an elderly person

    Marathon City: ADRC: Dementia Overview

    Aging & Disability Resource Center
    Marathon County Public Library—Marathon City Branch 515 Washington Street, Marathon City, United States

    Whether you’re adjusting to a new diagnosis or seeking ways to better support someone you care about, join us for this informative presentation on dementia from the ADRC.

  • child reading a book on parent's lap

    Hatley: Family Story Time

    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!

  • Fossilized dinosaur skeleton embedded in gray stone.

    Spencer: Little Archaeologists

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

    Crack open dinosaur eggs, take part in an artifact excavation, and draw fossils!

  • Wausau: GMs Guild

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

    Discuss current games, share advice, and maybe play in some one-shots!

  • young children reading a picture book and pointing

    Wausau: Play & Learn

    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!

  • The U.S. Constitution's "We the People," the American flag, and Statue of Liberty.

    Rothschild: USA Time Travelers

    America 250
    Marathon County Public Library—Rothschild Branch 211 Grand Avenue, Rothschild, 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.

  • child reading a book on parent's lap

    Wausau: Family Story Time

    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!

  • background of library bookshelves with a table showing two paper dinosaur pencil holders facing each other

    Spencer: Dinosaur Pencil Holder

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

    Create a dinosaur pencil holder using cardboard tubes and colored paper.

  • child reading a book on parent's lap

    Marathon City: Family Story Time

    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!

  • image of children using spoons in container of pond water

    Wausau: Summer at Mead: Pond Study

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

    Discover what we can learn from playing in the muck! Identify specimens and learn more about what that tells you about water quality.

  • variety of games close up

    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!

  • person creating a collage with various art supplies and logos for Create Wisconsin and Ruth Arts.

    Wausau: Collage as a Guide for a Liberated Life

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

    Join us for a discussion-based collage workshop to embrace creativity, imperfection, healing, and liberation.

  • A board game box with organized components on the left and colorful jigsaw puzzle pieces on the right.

    Marathon City: Board Game & Puzzle Swap

    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.

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