7 events found.
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Spencer: Dinosaur Suncatchers
Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch 105 South Park Street, Spencer
Marathon City: Egg Carton Geodes
Marathon County Public Library—Marathon City Branch 515 Washington Street, Marathon City
Wausau: Genealogy Meetup
Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters 300 First Street, Wausau
Hatley: Read to a Therapy Dog
Marathon County Public Library—Hatley Branch 435 Curtis Avenue, Hatley
Wausau: Evening Genealogy Meetup with Eleanor Brinsko
Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters 300 First Street, Wausau
Marathon City: Book Club: “The Names” by Florence Knapp
Marathon County Public Library—Marathon City Branch 515 Washington Street, Marathon City
Week of Events
Summer Library Program (SLP)
We are celebrating the “Unearth a Story” theme through our activity book, summer performances, craft activities, book displays and more! Our summer programming has something for all ages, but it is especially geared towards school-age children, tweens and teens.
All MCPL Locations: Summer Community Journal
Pick up a journal page to write about a summer adventure! These entries will be combined to make a unique community journal.
All MCPL Locations: Creative Writing Contest
Write a short story inspired by one of our winning pieces of art from our Illustration Contest.
Athens: Clay & Seed Mosaic
Create a handmade mosaic tile using air-dry clay and an assortment of dried seeds.
Marathon City: Egg Carton Geodes
Craft your own geode using an egg carton cup, glue, and dyed Epsom salt.
Edgar: USA Time Travelers
Go back in time to the founding of America and solve clues about our nation’s history to get back to present day.
Monday, July 13, 2026
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July 13, 2026 –Wausau: Story Time at the Parks: Sylvan Hill
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July 13, 2026 –Mosinee: Play & Learn
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July 13, 2026 –Wausau: Genealogy Meetup
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July 13, 2026 –Hatley: Read to a Therapy Dog
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July 13, 2026 –Wausau: Evening Genealogy Meetup with Eleanor Brinsko
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Featured July 13, 2026 –Featured Marathon City: Book Club: “The Names” by Florence Knapp
Wausau: Story Time at the Parks: Sylvan Hill
Join us in the fresh air for story times at local parks this summer!
Wausau: Evening Genealogy Meetup with Eleanor Brinsko
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.
Marathon City: Book Club: “The Names” by Florence Knapp
Discuss the extraordinary novel that asks: Can a name change the course of a life?
Tuesday, July 14, 2026
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July 14, 2026 –Marathon City: The Juggler with the Yellow Shoes
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July 14, 2026 –Hatley: Family Story Time
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July 14, 2026 –Edgar: Book Club: “French Braid” by Anne Tyler
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July 14, 2026 –Hatley: Book Club: “Sharp Objects” by Gillian Flynn
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July 14, 2026 –Rothschild: The Juggler with the Yellow Shoes
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July 14, 2026 –Spencer: Cribbage at the Library
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July 14, 2026 –Wausau: Teen D&D Summer Adventure
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July 14, 2026 –Athens: Book Club: “The Boxcar Librarian” by Brianna Labuskes
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July 14, 2026 –Wausau: Pokémon Club
Marathon City: The Juggler with the Yellow Shoes
Join us for an engaging performance as stories are weaved into an amazing juggling act!
Hatley: Family Story Time
Children and their caregivers are invited for a mix of stories, songs, and activities!
Edgar: Book Club: “French Braid” by Anne Tyler
Discuss this novel full of tremendous warmth and humor that illuminates the kindness and cruelties of daily life.
Hatley: Book Club: “Sharp Objects” by Gillian Flynn
Join us this summer to discuss this psychological thriller with fast-paced action.
Rothschild: The Juggler with the Yellow Shoes
Join us for an engaging performance as stories are weaved into an amazing juggling act!
Wausau: Teen D&D Summer Adventure
Teen adventurers are invited to join us for exciting Dungeons & Dragons games each week!
Athens: Book Club: “The Boxcar Librarian” by Brianna Labuskes
Join us to discuss this historical fiction novel about a town riddled with mystery, corruption, and secrets.
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
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July 15, 2026 –Wausau: Play & Learn
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July 15, 2026 –Rothschild: Family Story Time
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July 15, 2026 –Wausau: Tech Time: Free Help with Technology
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July 15, 2026 –Stratford: Book Club: “Broken Country” by Clare Leslie Hall
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July 15, 2026 –Wausau: Let’s Play: Sea of Stars®
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July 15, 2026 –Wausau: Community Game Night
Rothschild: Family Story Time
Children and their caregivers are invited for a mix of stories, songs, and activities!
Wausau: Tech Time: Free Help with Technology
Make an appointment to receive basic tech help from library staff.
Stratford: Book Club: “Broken Country” by Clare Leslie Hall
Discuss this a popular novel about love, regret, secrets, and loss.
Wausau: Let’s Play: Sea of Stars®
Play Sea of Stars® on our Nintendo Switch and embark on a journey to defeat creations of the evil alchemist!
Wausau: Community Game Night
Adults and young adults are invited to play modern board games each month.
Thursday, July 16, 2026
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July 16, 2026 –Wausau: Family Story Time
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July 16, 2026 –Marathon City: Family Story Time
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July 16, 2026 –Wausau: Summer at Mead: Geology
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July 16, 2026 –Wausau: Teen D&D Club
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July 16, 2026 –Wausau: Neurographic Art
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July 16, 2026 –Wausau: LEGO® Club
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July 16, 2026 –Rothschild: Read to a Therapy Dog
Wausau: Family Story Time
Children and their caregivers are invited for a mix of stories, songs, and activities!
Marathon City: Family Story Time
Children and their caregivers are invited for a mix of stories, songs, and activities!
Wausau: Summer at Mead: Geology
Learn about Wisconsin's geology and participate in mineral and rock testing.
Wausau: Teen D&D Club
Meet with others to talk about all things D&D and participate in RPG-themed activities.
Wausau: Neurographic Art
Create artwork that combines abstract drawing with mindfulness and free the pressure of achieving perfection.
Friday, July 17, 2026
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July 17, 2026 –Wausau: Movie Showing: “GOAT”
Wausau: Movie Showing: “GOAT”
Everyone has greatness waiting to be unearthed! Join us for a free movie screening of "GOAT" at the library.
Saturday, July 18, 2026
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July 18, 2026 –Wausau: Book Sale: Friends Members Only
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July 18, 2026 –Spencer: Ready, Set, Game!
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July 18, 2026 –Wausau: Make It Up: Chain Mail Jewelry
Wausau: Book Sale: Friends Members Only
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: Make It Up: Chain Mail Jewelry
Learn how to weave chain mail into stunning jewelry creations.
Sunday, July 19, 2026
No events on this day.
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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.)