BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Marathon County Public Library (MCPL) - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Marathon County Public Library (MCPL) X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://mcpl.us X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Marathon County Public Library (MCPL) REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260601 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260901 DTSTAMP:20260604T032754 CREATED:20241108T180142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T232949Z UID:10000823-1780272000-1788220799@mcpl.us SUMMARY:Summer Library Program (SLP) DESCRIPTION:Get ready to dig into a summer of discovery! In 2026\, libraries across the country will invite readers of all ages to “Unearth a Story\,” a theme inspired by the wonder of dinosaurs\, paleontology\, and archaeology. These fascinating subjects tap into a natural sense of curiosity and imagination\, encouraging kids and families to ask questions\, explore the past\, and uncover something new. It’s also an invitation to dive into great books\, discover hidden stories\, and explore the ideas and experiences that shape our world. \nOur summer programming has something for all ages\, but it is especially geared towards school-age children\, tweens and teens. \nVisit your library in June to pick up an activity book! Inside you’ll find a complete listing of our summer activities and performances. The activity book also includes puzzles\, a coloring page\, and our summer reading program. \n\n\n \n \n \n 75 events found. \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n Events\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n \n\n\n \n Today\n\n \n \n \n \n 2026-06-01 \n \n Mon.\, June 1 \n \n - \n \n \n 2026-06-16 \n \n Tue.\, June 16 \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Select date. \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n June 2026 \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Mon \n \n 1 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Summer Library Program (SLP) \n\n \n \n Mon.\, June 1–Mon.\, August 31 \n \n \n \n All MCPL Locations \n \n Marathon County\, WI\, United States \n \n  \n +9 more\n\n \n\n \n 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.  \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Mon \n \n 1 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Mosinee: USA Time Travelers \n\n \n \n Mon.\, June 1–Wed.\, June 3 \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n America 250\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Mosinee Branch \n \n 123 Main Street\, Mosinee\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Go back in time to the founding of America and solve clues about our nation’s history to get back to present day. \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Mon \n \n 1 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Wausau: Community Plant Swap \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n Mon.\, June 1–Sat.\, June 6 \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Plant Swap\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters \n \n 300 First Street\, Wausau\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Drop off a plant or cutting and pick up another in exchange! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Mon \n \n 1 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Edgar: Community Plant Swap \n\n \n \n Mon.\, June 1–Sat.\, June 6 \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Plant Swap\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Edgar Branch \n \n 224 South 3rd Avenue\, Edgar\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Drop off a plant or cutting and pick up another in exchange! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Mon \n \n 1 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Wausau: School Supply Swap \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n Mon.\, June 1–Sat.\, June 6 \n \n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters \n \n 300 First Street\, Wausau\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Drop off gently used school supplies from June 1-5. Stop back on June 6 to pick up supplies for yourself or your kids! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Mon \n \n 1 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Stratford: Dinosaur Suncatchers \n\n \n \n Mon.\, June 1–Sat.\, June 6 \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Dinosaur Suncatchers\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Stratford Branch \n \n 213201 Scholar Street\, Stratford\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Decorate your windows with a colorful dinosaur suncatcher! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Mon \n \n 1 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n All MCPL Locations: Illustration Contest \n\n \n \n Mon.\, June 1–Tue.\, June 30 \n \n \n \n All MCPL Locations \n \n Marathon County\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Design a cover\, illustrate a scene\, or create a piece of art inspired by our summer library theme\, “Unearthing a Story." \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Mon \n \n 1 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n All MCPL Locations: Summer Community Journal \n\n \n \n Mon.\, June 1–Mon.\, August 31 \n \n \n \n All MCPL Locations \n \n Marathon County\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Pick up a journal page to write about a summer adventure! These entries will be combined to make a unique community journal. \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Tue \n \n 2 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Edgar: Family Story Time \n\n \n \n Tue.\, June 2 @ 11:00 am–11:30 am \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Family Story Time\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Edgar Branch \n \n 224 South 3rd Avenue\, Edgar\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Children and their caregivers are invited for a mix of stories\, songs\, and activities! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Tue \n \n 2 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Mosinee: Cribbage at the Library \n\n \n \n Tue.\, June 2 @ 1:00 pm–3:00 pm \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Cribbage\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Mosinee Branch \n \n 123 Main Street\, Mosinee\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Adults are welcome to play cribbage with others at the library. \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Tue \n \n 2 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Athens: Amber Fossil & Dinosaur Eye Magnets \n\n \n \n Tue.\, June 2 @ 1:00 pm–7:00 pm \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Amber Fossil & Dinosaur Eye Magnets\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Athens Branch \n \n 203 Alfred Street\, Athens\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Design magnets that resemble fossils trapped in amber or a fierce dinosaur eye! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Wed \n \n 3 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Wausau: Play & Learn \n\n \n \n Wed.\, June 3 @ 9:30 am–10:30 am \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Play & Learn\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters \n \n 300 First Street\, Wausau\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Join us for a story\, music\, crafts and much more led by Children’s Wisconsin! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Wed \n \n 3 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Rothschild: Family Story Time \n\n \n \n Wed.\, June 3 @ 10:30 am–11:30 am \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Family Story Time\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Rothschild Branch \n \n 211 Grand Avenue\, Rothschild\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Children and their caregivers are invited for a mix of stories\, songs\, and activities! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Wed \n \n 3 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Wausau: Tech Time: Free Help with Technology \n\n \n \n Wed.\, June 3 @ 11:00 am–12:00 pm \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Tech Time\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters \n \n 300 First Street\, Wausau\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Make an appointment to receive basic tech help from library staff. \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Wed \n \n 3 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Wausau: Blockbuster Bingo: “The Mummy” \n\n \n \n Wed.\, June 3 @ 5:00 pm–7:30 pm \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Movie Showings\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters \n \n 300 First Street\, Wausau\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Create a unique bingo card with movie-specific events before we press play and watch this hit nostalgic film. \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Thu \n \n 4 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Wausau: Family Story Time \n\n \n \n Thu.\, June 4 @ 10:00 am–10:30 am \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Family Story Time\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters \n \n 300 First Street\, Wausau\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Children and their caregivers are invited for a mix of stories\, songs\, and activities! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Thu \n \n 4 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Marathon City: Family Story Time \n\n \n \n Thu.\, June 4 @ 10:30 am–11:00 am \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Family Story Time\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Marathon City Branch \n \n 515 Washington Street\, Marathon City\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Children and their caregivers are invited for a mix of stories\, songs\, and activities! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Fri \n \n 5 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Spencer: Fiber Artists Meetup \n\n \n \n Fri.\, June 5 @ 1:00 pm–3:00 pm \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Fiber Artists Meetup\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch \n \n 105 South Park Street\, Spencer\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Bring your current project to work on and meet with others for crafting and conversation. \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Sat \n \n 6 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Rib Mountain: State Park Story Time \n\n \n \n Sat.\, June 6 @ 10:00 am–10:30 am \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Rib Mountain: State Park Story Time\n \n\n\n \n \n Rib Mountain State Park \n \n 149801 State Park Rd\, Wausau\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Enjoy story times in the picnic area of Rib Mountain State Park over the Free Fun Weekend! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Sat \n \n 6 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Spencer: Ready\, Set\, Game! \n\n \n \n Sat.\, June 6 @ 10:00 am–2:00 pm \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Ready\, Set\, Game!\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch \n \n 105 South Park Street\, Spencer\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Play games with friends\, family\, and community members every Saturday! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Sat \n \n 6 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Rib Mountain: State Park Story Time \n\n \n \n Sat.\, June 6 @ 11:00 am–11:30 am \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Rib Mountain: State Park Story Time\n \n\n\n \n \n Rib Mountain State Park \n \n 149801 State Park Rd\, Wausau\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Enjoy story times in the picnic area of Rib Mountain State Park over the Free Fun Weekend! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Sun \n \n 7 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Kronenwetter: Story Time at the Farmer’s Market \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n Sun.\, June 7 @ 9:00 am–2:00 pm \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Family Story Time\n \n\n\n \n \n Buska Park \n \n 2390 Terrebonne Drive\, Kronenwetter\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Enjoy stories and crafts with us at the farmer's market! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Mon \n \n 8 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Spencer: USA Time Travelers \n\n \n \n Mon.\, June 8–Sat.\, June 13 \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n America 250\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch \n \n 105 South Park Street\, Spencer\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Go back in time to the founding of America and solve clues about our nation’s history to get back to present day. \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Mon \n \n 8 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Stratford: Dino Days of Summer \n\n \n \n Mon.\, June 8–Sat.\, June 13 \n \n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Stratford Branch \n \n 213201 Scholar Street\, Stratford\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Find hidden dinosaur eggs around the library to get matched with a mini dinosaur\, create its habitat\, and pick up our SLP activity book! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Mon \n \n 8 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Wausau: Summer Kickoff Party \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n Mon.\, June 8 @ 10:00 am–12:00 pm \n \n \n \n Oak Island Park \n \n 500 River Drive\, Wausau\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Celebrate the start of our summer library program with a petting zoo\, a make-and-take flower planting station\, and more! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Mon \n \n 8 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Rothschild: Egg Carton Geodes \n\n \n \n Mon.\, June 8 @ 10:30 am–12:30 pm \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Egg Carton Geodes\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Rothschild Branch \n \n 211 Grand Avenue\, Rothschild\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Craft your own geode using an egg carton cup\, glue\, and dyed Epsom salt. \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Mon \n \n 8 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Wausau: Genealogy Meetup \n\n \n \n Mon.\, June 8 @ 1:00 pm–2:00 pm \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Genealogy\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters \n \n 300 First Street\, Wausau\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Join us for a special genealogy meetup as we are joined by the Register of Deeds! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Mon \n \n 8 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Wausau: D&D Character Building for Beginners \n\n \n \n Mon.\, June 8 @ 2:30 pm–4:30 pm \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Dungeons & Dragons\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters \n \n 300 First Street\, Wausau\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Teens can get started with Dungeons & Dragons to prepare for our Teen D&D Summer Adventure! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Mon \n \n 8 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Wausau: Tech Time: Free Help with Technology \n\n \n \n Mon.\, June 8 @ 4:00 pm–5:00 pm \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Tech Time\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters \n \n 300 First Street\, Wausau\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Make an appointment to receive basic tech help from library staff. \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Mon \n \n 8 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Marathon City: Book Club: “Be Ready When the Luck Happens” by Ina Garten \n\n \n \n Mon.\, June 8 @ 5:45 pm–6:45 pm \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Book Club\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Marathon City Branch \n \n 515 Washington Street\, Marathon City\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Discuss the inspiring and remarkable journey of Ina Garten in her entertaining memoir. \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Tue \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Marathon City: Raptor Education Group\, Inc.: Night Moves \n\n \n \n Tue.\, June 9 @ 10:00 am–11:00 am \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Raptor Education Group\, Inc.\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon Area Elementary School \n \n 100 Spring Valley Drive\, Marathon City\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Discover features unique to owls & get to see them up close! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Tue \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Hatley: Family Story Time \n\n \n \n Tue.\, June 9 @ 10:30 am–11:00 am \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Family Story Time\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Hatley Branch \n \n 435 Curtis Avenue\, Hatley\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Children and their caregivers are invited for a mix of stories\, songs\, and activities! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Tue \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Edgar: Book Club: “The Summer Pact” by Emily Giffin \n\n \n \n Tue.\, June 9 @ 12:00 pm–1:00 pm \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Book Club\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Edgar Branch \n \n 224 South 3rd Avenue\, Edgar\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n When things fall apart\, who will be at our sides to help pick up the pieces? Discuss this novel of love\, grief\, and hope with us this summer. \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Tue \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Hatley: Book Club: “Dear Edward” by Ann Napolitano \n\n \n \n Tue.\, June 9 @ 1:00 pm–2:00 pm \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Book Club\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Hatley Branch \n \n 435 Curtis Avenue\, Hatley\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Discuss this coming-of-age story about a boy trying to find his place in the world. \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Tue \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Rothschild: Raptor Education Group\, Inc.: Night Moves \n\n \n \n Tue.\, June 9 @ 1:00 pm–2:00 pm \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Raptor Education Group\, Inc.\n \n\n\n \n \n George Street Park \n \n 707 George Street\, Rothschild\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Discover features unique to owls & get to see them up close! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Tue \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Mosinee: Escape the Library \n\n \n \n Tue.\, June 9 @ 1:00 pm–7:00 pm \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Escape Room\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Mosinee Branch \n \n 123 Main Street\, Mosinee\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Put your puzzle-solving skills to the test at our escape rooms! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Tue \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Spencer: Cribbage at the Library \n\n \n \n Tue.\, June 9 @ 1:30 pm–3:00 pm \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Cribbage\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch \n \n 105 South Park Street\, Spencer\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Adults are welcome to play cribbage at the library! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Tue \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Wausau: Teen D&D Summer Adventure \n\n \n \n Tue.\, June 9 @ 1:30 pm–4:00 pm \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Dungeons & Dragons\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters \n \n 300 First Street\, Wausau\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Teen adventurers are invited to join us for exciting Dungeons & Dragons games each week! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Tue \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Athens: Book Club: “Jefferson’s Daughters” by Catherine Kerrison \n\n \n \n Tue.\, June 9 @ 2:00 pm–3:00 pm \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Book Club\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Athens Branch \n \n 203 Alfred Street\, Athens\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Discuss the eventful lives of Thomas Jefferson's daughters and the fight to shape their own destinies. \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Tue \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Mosinee: Clay Fossil Necklaces \n\n \n \n Tue.\, June 9 @ 2:00 pm–6:00 pm \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Fossil Necklace\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Mosinee Branch \n \n 123 Main Street\, Mosinee\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Use air-dry clay\, stencils\, paint\, and more to create a one-of-a-kind fossil necklace! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Tue \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Wausau: Pokémon Club \n\n \n \n Tue.\, June 9 @ 4:00 pm–5:00 pm \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Pokémon Club\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters \n \n 300 First Street\, Wausau\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Meet with others to trade cards and discuss all things Pokémon! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Wed \n \n 10 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Wausau: Play & Learn \n\n \n \n Wed.\, June 10 @ 9:30 am–10:30 am \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Play & Learn\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters \n \n 300 First Street\, Wausau\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Join us for a story\, music\, crafts and much more led by Children’s Wisconsin! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Wed \n \n 10 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Mosinee: Escape the Library \n\n \n \n Wed.\, June 10 @ 10:00 am–4:00 pm \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Escape Room\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Mosinee Branch \n \n 123 Main Street\, Mosinee\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Put your puzzle-solving skills to the test at our escape rooms! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Wed \n \n 10 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Athens: Family Story Time \n\n \n \n Wed.\, June 10 @ 10:30 am–11:00 am \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Family Story Time\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Athens Branch \n \n 203 Alfred Street\, Athens\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Children and their caregivers are invited for a mix of stories\, songs\, and activities! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Wed \n \n 10 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Athens: Jurassic Party \n\n \n \n Wed.\, June 10 @ 10:30 am–11:30 am \n \n \n \n Athens Park \n \n 5991 State Hwy 97\, Athens\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Enjoy dino-mite stories\, crafts\, a scavenger hunt\, and more! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Wed \n \n 10 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Stratford: Stomp into Summer Story Time \n\n \n \n Wed.\, June 10 @ 10:30 am–11:30 am \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Family Story Time\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Stratford Branch \n \n 213201 Scholar Street\, Stratford\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Join us for a larger-than-life dinosaur story time featuring a dance party! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Wed \n \n 10 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Rothschild: Mini Makers \n\n \n \n Wed.\, June 10 @ 10:30 am–12:30 pm \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Mini Makers\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Rothschild Branch \n \n 211 Grand Avenue\, Rothschild\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Young children are invited to create child-led process art each month! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Wed \n \n 10 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Rothschild: Fiber Artists Meetup \n\n \n \n Wed.\, June 10 @ 4:30 pm–6:30 pm \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Fiber Artists Meetup\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Rothschild Branch \n \n 211 Grand Avenue\, Rothschild\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Bring your current project to work on and meet with others for crafting and conversation. \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Wed \n \n 10 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Wausau: Fiber Artists Meetup \n\n \n \n Wed.\, June 10 @ 6:00 pm–7:30 pm \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Fiber Artists Meetup\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters \n \n 300 First Street\, Wausau\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Bring your current project to work on and meet with others for crafting and conversation. \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Thu \n \n 11 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Wausau: Family Story Time \n\n \n \n Thu.\, June 11 @ 10:00 am–10:30 am \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Family Story Time\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters \n \n 300 First Street\, Wausau\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Children and their caregivers are invited for a mix of stories\, songs\, and activities! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Thu \n \n 11 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Marathon City: Family Story Time \n\n \n \n Thu.\, June 11 @ 10:30 am–11:00 am \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Family Story Time\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Marathon City Branch \n \n 515 Washington Street\, Marathon City\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Children and their caregivers are invited for a mix of stories\, songs\, and activities! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Thu \n \n 11 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Wausau: Summer at Mead: Sssnakes! \n\n \n \n Thu.\, June 11 @ 12:15 pm–3:45 pm \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Summer at Mead\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters \n \n 300 First Street\, Wausau\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Learn how to identify snakes and all about their interesting and unique behavior. \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Thu \n \n 11 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Wausau: A Closer Look at Aquatic Invasive Species \n\n \n \n Thu.\, June 11 @ 2:30 pm–3:30 pm \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Aquatic Invasive Species\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters \n \n 300 First Street\, Wausau\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Learn more about aquatic invasive species and practical ways you can help protect native species. \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Thu \n \n 11 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Wausau: Wander Journals \n\n \n \n Thu.\, June 11 @ 2:30 pm–4:30 pm \n \n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters \n \n 300 First Street\, Wausau\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Create your own small hand-sewn notebook to detail your summer thoughts and adventures. \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Thu \n \n 11 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Wausau: A Closer Look at Aquatic Invasive Species \n\n \n \n Thu.\, June 11 @ 5:30 pm–6:30 pm \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Aquatic Invasive Species\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters \n \n 300 First Street\, Wausau\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Learn more about aquatic invasive species and practical ways you can help protect native species. \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Fri \n \n 12 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Spencer: Red\, White\, & Blue Chalk Fest \n\n \n \n Fri.\, June 12 @ 10:00 am–4:00 pm \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n America 250\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch \n \n 105 South Park Street\, Spencer\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Celebrate Spencerama Days and decorate the sidewalks outside the library with your red\, white\, and blue chalk masterpieces! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Sat \n \n 13 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Rothschild: Puzzle Social \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n Sat.\, June 13 @ 10:00 am–12:00 pm \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Puzzles\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Rothschild Branch \n \n 211 Grand Avenue\, Rothschild\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Meet with others to enjoy puzzles and conversation. \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Sat \n \n 13 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Spencer: Ready\, Set\, Game! \n\n \n \n Sat.\, June 13 @ 10:00 am–2:00 pm \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Ready\, Set\, Game!\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch \n \n 105 South Park Street\, Spencer\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Play games with friends\, family\, and community members every Saturday! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Sat \n \n 13 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Spencer: Red\, White\, & Blue Chalk Fest \n\n \n \n Sat.\, June 13 @ 10:00 am–2:00 pm \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n America 250\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch \n \n 105 South Park Street\, Spencer\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Celebrate Spencerama Days and decorate the sidewalks outside the library with your red\, white\, and blue chalk masterpieces! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Sat \n \n 13 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Edgar: Flower Pot Painting \n\n \n \n Sat.\, June 13 @ 11:00 am–1:00 pm \n \n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Edgar Branch \n \n 224 South 3rd Avenue\, Edgar\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Paint a terracotta pot with a design of your own or use a template provided! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Mon \n \n 15 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Marathon City: Dinosaur Suncatchers \n\n \n \n Mon.\, June 15–Sat.\, June 20 \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Dinosaur Suncatchers\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Marathon City Branch \n \n 515 Washington Street\, Marathon City\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Decorate your windows with a colorful dinosaur suncatcher! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Mon \n \n 15 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Athens: Prehistoric Rock Art \n\n \n \n Mon.\, June 15–Sat.\, June 20 \n \n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Athens Branch \n \n 203 Alfred Street\, Athens\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Dig into the past and create your own prehistoric rock art! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Mon \n \n 15 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Edgar: Egg Carton Geodes \n\n \n \n Mon.\, June 15–Sat.\, June 20 \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Egg Carton Geodes\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Edgar Branch \n \n 224 South 3rd Avenue\, Edgar\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Craft your own geode using an egg carton cup\, glue\, and dyed Epsom salt. \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Mon \n \n 15 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Wausau: Story Time at the Parks: Oak Island \n\n \n \n Mon.\, June 15 @ 10:00 am–10:30 am \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Story Time at the Parks\n \n\n\n \n \n Oak Island Park \n \n 500 River Drive\, Wausau\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Join us in the fresh air for story times at local parks this summer! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Mon \n \n 15 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Mosinee: Play & Learn \n\n \n \n Mon.\, June 15 @ 10:30 am–11:30 am \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Play & Learn\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Mosinee Branch \n \n 123 Main Street\, Mosinee\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Join us for a story\, music\, crafts and much more led by Children’s Wisconsin! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Mon \n \n 15 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Stratford: ADRC: Brain Health Basics \n\n \n \n Mon.\, June 15 @ 10:30 am–11:30 am \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Aging & Disability Resource Center\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Stratford Branch \n \n 213201 Scholar Street\, Stratford\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Learn how to take better care of your brain to decrease your risk of dementia at this presentation led by the ADRC. \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Mon \n \n 15 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Hatley: Read to a Therapy Dog \n\n \n \n Mon.\, June 15 @ 1:00 pm–2:00 pm \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Read to a Therapy Dog\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Hatley Branch \n \n 435 Curtis Avenue\, Hatley\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Read to a friendly\, furry listener at the library! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Mon \n \n 15 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Mosinee: Book Club: “The Only Woman in the Room” by Marie Benedict \n\n \n \n Mon.\, June 15 @ 2:00 pm–3:00 pm \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Book Club\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Mosinee Branch \n \n 123 Main Street\, Mosinee\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Discuss this novel based on the incredible true story of the glamour icon and scientist whose groundbreaking invention revolutionized modern communication. \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Tue \n \n 16 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Spencer: Dig into Summer Story Time \n\n \n \n Tue.\, June 16 @ 10:30 am–11:00 am \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Family Story Time\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch \n \n 105 South Park Street\, Spencer\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Join us for lively and engaging story times centered around our "Unearth a Story" summer theme! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Tue \n \n 16 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Edgar: Family Story Time \n\n \n \n Tue.\, June 16 @ 11:00 am–11:30 am \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Family Story Time\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Edgar Branch \n \n 224 South 3rd Avenue\, Edgar\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Children and their caregivers are invited for a mix of stories\, songs\, and activities! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Tue \n \n 16 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Mosinee: Cribbage at the Library \n\n \n \n Tue.\, June 16 @ 1:00 pm–3:00 pm \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Cribbage\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Mosinee Branch \n \n 123 Main Street\, Mosinee\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Adults are welcome to play cribbage with others at the library. \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Tue \n \n 16 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Marathon City: Amber Fossil & Dinosaur Eye Magnets \n\n \n \n Tue.\, June 16 @ 1:00 pm–3:00 pm \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Amber Fossil & Dinosaur Eye Magnets\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Marathon City Branch \n \n 515 Washington Street\, Marathon City\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Design magnets that resemble fossils trapped in amber or a fierce dinosaur eye! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Tue \n \n 16 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Wausau: Teen D&D Summer Adventure \n\n \n \n Tue.\, June 16 @ 1:30 pm–4:00 pm \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Dungeons & Dragons\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters \n \n 300 First Street\, Wausau\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Teen adventurers are invited to join us for exciting Dungeons & Dragons games each week! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Tue \n \n 16 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Stratford: Patriotic Wall Décor \n\n \n \n Tue.\, June 16 @ 3:30 pm–6:30 pm \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n America 250\n \n\n\n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Stratford Branch \n \n 213201 Scholar Street\, Stratford\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Craft a colorful wooden patriotic flag to add to your space! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Tue \n \n 16 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Wausau: Beginning Genealogy for Families \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n Featured\n \n Tue.\, June 16 @ 5:30 pm–6:30 pm \n \n \n \n Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters \n \n 300 First Street\, Wausau\, WI\, United States \n \n \n\n \n Children and their families are invited explore family records and learn about the people and stories that came before them. Then\, create a family tree together! \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Previous Events \n \n\n\n \n \n Today \n\n\n \n \n \n Next Events \n \n \n\n \n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n Subscribe to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Google Calendar \n\n \n\n \n iCalendar \n\n \n\n \n Outlook 365 \n\n \n\n \n Outlook Live \n\n \n\n \n Export .ics file \n\n \n\n \n Export Outlook .ics file URL:https://mcpl.us/event/slp/ LOCATION:All MCPL Locations\, Marathon County\, WI\, United States CATEGORIES:Adults,Children (6-11),SLP,Young Adults (12-18),Young Children (0-5),Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://mcpl.us/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/CSLP_016_24_SmallPosters_FIN-02-ENG-e1770079331594.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon County Public Library":MAILTO:info@mcpl.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260601 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260901 DTSTAMP:20260604T032757 CREATED:20260316T193425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T232840Z UID:10003523-1780272000-1788220799@mcpl.us SUMMARY:All MCPL Locations: Summer Community Journal DESCRIPTION:Teens are invited to share about their summer! Stop by your local MCPL location after June 1 and pick up a journal page to write about a summer adventure or something that you’ve enjoyed this season. At the end of the summer\, we will bind all of the journal entries together so you can see what others in your community and across Marathon County were up to! Your journal entry must be appropriate and suitable for a general audience. On your journal entry you’ll include your first name\, date\, and MCPL branch location. If you’re completing our Teen Summer Reading Program\, turn your journal entry in for a signature on your Dig Site by August 31. \nThis free event is open to teens\, with no registration\, just stop by any MCPL location to pick up a journal sheet (after June 1) and start writing! For more information\, contact 715-261-7220. URL:https://mcpl.us/event/summer-community-journal/ LOCATION:All MCPL Locations\, Marathon County\, WI\, United States CATEGORIES:Drop In,Young Adults (12-18),Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcpl.us/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Summer-Community-Journal-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon County Public Library":MAILTO:info@mcpl.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260706 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260901 DTSTAMP:20260604T032757 CREATED:20260304T225121Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T223646Z UID:10003469-1783296000-1788220799@mcpl.us SUMMARY:All MCPL Locations: Creative Writing Contest DESCRIPTION:Calling all creative writers! Our illustrators need you to bring their worlds to life in writing! Write a short story inspired by one of our winning pieces of art from our Illustration Contest\, in which artists created artwork aligning with our summer library theme\, “Unearthing a Story.” The contest will begin on Monday\, July 6\, 2026. The deadline for submission is Monday\, August 31\, 2026. There are two separate age groups\, Teen (13-18) and Adult (19+). Winning artwork selections will be posted on our website early July for viewing. \nSubmissions must be: \n\nOriginal\, unpublished work using no Artificial Intelligence\nRelevant to the theme: Unearthing a Story\nNot exceeding 5\,000 words\nDigital and not handwritten\nContaining no identifying names within the story or its pages\, including the author’s name\nSuitable and appropriate for a general audience\nCreated by a Marathon County resident\n\nSubmitting your work: \n\nWritten work should be uploaded as a Microsoft Word Document or Google Doc and sent to the email address: contest@mcpl.us with the subject heading: Creating Writing Contest 2026 – (Your Age Group Here). Include your full name in the email as well as the title of your story. You must include a brief description for how your written work aligns with the selected artwork choice\, following the theme\, Unearthing a Story\nIf staff cannot open your file\, your work cannot be judged\n\nEntries for both the illustration and writing contests will have an opportunity to participate in a recognition ceremony as part of the Central Wisconsin Book Festival the last weekend of September. Winners of the contests will receive some library swag and a gift card. Applicants must be able to receive their prize in person. Any submissions that fail to meet the above requirements will not be considered for the contests. This event is open to ages 13-18 and adults 19+. For more information\, contact 715-261-7230. URL:https://mcpl.us/event/all-mcpl-locations-creative-writing-contest-2/ LOCATION:All MCPL Locations\, Marathon County\, WI\, United States CATEGORIES:Adults,Young Adults (12-18),Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcpl.us/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Creative-Writing-Contest.png ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon County Public Library":MAILTO:info@mcpl.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260713 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260719 DTSTAMP:20260604T032757 CREATED:20260306T193647Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T193804Z UID:10003480-1783900800-1784419199@mcpl.us SUMMARY:Athens: Clay & Seed Mosaic DESCRIPTION:Teens and tweens are invited to create seed mosaics at the library! Participants will use air-dry clay and an assortment of dried seeds to design their own decorative tile. Pattern ideas will be provided\, such as a butterfly and a snail\, or create a design of your own! Stop by during open hours the week of July 13-18. Take them home right away\, or leave them at the library to pick up later after we let them dry and spray them with an acrylic sealer to display outside. \nThis free event is open to teens & children ages 6-11 and their caregivers. No registration required. For more information\, call 715-257-7292. URL:https://mcpl.us/event/athens-clay-seed-mosaic/ LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Athens Branch\, 203 Alfred Street\, Athens\, WI\, 54411\, United States CATEGORIES:Children (6-11),Drop In,Young Adults (12-18),Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcpl.us/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/20250915_EDG_Seed-Mosaic.png ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon County Public Library":MAILTO:info@mcpl.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260713 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260719 DTSTAMP:20260604T032757 CREATED:20260323T193003Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T193003Z UID:10003550-1783900800-1784419199@mcpl.us SUMMARY:Spencer: Dinosaur Suncatchers DESCRIPTION:Decorate your windows with a colorful dinosaur suncatcher! Using a dinosaur template\, children will layer small pieces of tissue paper to stick on clear contact paper. Once your design is complete\, layer another piece of contact paper to secure your design and carefully cut to reveal your dinosaur! Stop by during open hours the week of July 13-18 and materials will be set up along with instructions. \nThis free event is open to children and their caregivers\, with no registration required. For more information\, contact 715-659-3996. URL:https://mcpl.us/event/spencer-dinosaur-suncatchers/ LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch\, 105 South Park Street\, Spencer\, WI\, 54479\, United States CATEGORIES:Children (6-11),Drop In,SLP,Young Children (0-5),Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcpl.us/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Dinosaur-Suncatchers.png ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon County Public Library":MAILTO:info@mcpl.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260713 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260719 DTSTAMP:20260604T032757 CREATED:20260331T183422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T154922Z UID:10003613-1783900800-1784419199@mcpl.us SUMMARY:Marathon City: Egg Carton Geodes DESCRIPTION:Children are invited to craft their own geode look-alike at the library! Staff will pre-cut cardboard egg cartons into individual cups. Participants will then coat the inside of their cups with glue and sprinkle on dyed Epsom salt. The final product will reveal a unique geode! Drop in the week of July 13-18 during open hours and materials and instructions will be provided. \nThis free event is open to children and their caregivers\, with no registration required. For more information\, contact 715-443-2775. URL:https://mcpl.us/event/marathon-city-egg-carton-geodes/ LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Marathon City Branch\, 515 Washington Street\, Marathon City\, 54448\, United States CATEGORIES:Children (6-11),Drop In,SLP,Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcpl.us/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Egg-Carton-Geode-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon County Public Library":MAILTO:info@mcpl.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260713T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260713T103000 DTSTAMP:20260604T032757 CREATED:20260326T163040Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T163040Z UID:10003587-1783936800-1783938600@mcpl.us SUMMARY:Wausau: Story Time at the Parks: Sylvan Hill DESCRIPTION:Children age 5 and younger\, along with their caregivers\, are invited to join us for special story times at local Marathon County parks this summer! Each session features a delightful mix of stories\, songs\, and activities that foster early literacy\, creativity\, and a love of reading. Join us on July 13 at Sylvan Hill Park from 10:00 to 10:30 a.m.\, just look for our MCPL signage. \nThese free events are open to young children and their caregivers. In case of rain\, story time will continue in the Aquarium Room at MCPL Wausau. For more information\, contact 715-261-7220. URL:https://mcpl.us/event/wausau-story-time-at-the-parks-sylvan-hill/ LOCATION:Sylvan Hill Park\, 1329 Sylvan St\, Wausau\, WI\, 54403\, United States CATEGORIES:Young Children (0-5),Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcpl.us/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Story-Time-at-the-Parks.png ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon County Public Library":MAILTO:info@mcpl.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260713T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260713T113000 DTSTAMP:20260604T032757 CREATED:20260219T160559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T160559Z UID:10003381-1783938600-1783942200@mcpl.us SUMMARY:Mosinee: Play & Learn DESCRIPTION:Join us for a story\, music\, crafts\, and more—led by Children’s Wisconsin! Staff from Children’s Wisconsin will also be available to speak with parents and caregivers about parenting and developmental questions\, and to recommend community services you may not be aware of! \nThis event is free and open to young children and their caregivers\, and no registration is required. Join us this summer on June 15\, July 13\, and August 17 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. For more information\, please contact us at 715-693-2144. URL:https://mcpl.us/event/mosinee-play-learn-3/2026-07-13/ LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Mosinee Branch\, 123 Main Street\, Mosinee\, WI\, 54455\, United States CATEGORIES:Young Children (0-5),Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcpl.us/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Play-Learn.png ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon County Public Library":MAILTO:info@mcpl.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260713T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260713T140000 DTSTAMP:20260604T032757 CREATED:20260226T215345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T215345Z UID:10003410-1783947600-1783951200@mcpl.us SUMMARY:Wausau: Genealogy Meetup DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning about your family history? Have you done some genealogy searching\, but don’t know where to look next? Genealogy enthusiasts and beginners are invited to join us each month to learn more about our genealogical resources. Each session will begin with a short presentation on a particular genealogy resource led by our Adult Reference Librarian. Afterwards\, there will be an opportunity to ask questions and have independent exploration time using our resources with assistance provided. \nThese sessions are appropriate for beginners and beyond! This event is open to adults and young adults\, with no registration required. We’ll meet on the second Monday of each month from 1:00-2:00 p.m. in the Community Room. For more information\, call 715-261-7230. URL:https://mcpl.us/event/wausau-genealogy-meetup-6/2026-07-13/ LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters\, 300 First Street\, Wausau\, WI\, 54403\, United States CATEGORIES:Adults,Young Adults (12-18),Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcpl.us/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Genealogy-Meetup.png ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon County Public Library":MAILTO:info@mcpl.us GEO:44.959901;-89.633133 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters 300 First Street Wausau WI 54403 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=300 First Street:geo:-89.633133,44.959901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260713T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260713T140000 DTSTAMP:20260604T032757 CREATED:20260309T155812Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T155812Z UID:10003493-1783947600-1783951200@mcpl.us SUMMARY:Hatley: Read to a Therapy Dog DESCRIPTION:Join us as we welcome certified therapy dog and golden doodle\, Levi\, to MCPL Hatley! Young readers may bring their favorite books from home to read or pull some off the shelves. This is a great opportunity for kids to improve their literacy skills and spend time with a nice\, furry friend. Join us this summer on June 15\, July 13\, and August 17 from 1:00-2:00 p.m. \nThis free event is open to children and their caregivers\, with no registration required. For more information\, call 715-446-3537. URL:https://mcpl.us/event/hatley-read-to-a-therapy-dog-3/2026-07-13/ LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Hatley Branch\, 435 Curtis Avenue\, Hatley\, WI\, 54440\, United States CATEGORIES:Children (6-11),Drop In,Young Children (0-5),Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcpl.us/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Read-to-a-therapy-dog-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon County Public Library":MAILTO:info@mcpl.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260713T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260713T183000 DTSTAMP:20260604T032757 CREATED:20260210T203055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T204039Z UID:10003156-1783963800-1783967400@mcpl.us SUMMARY:Wausau: Evening Genealogy Meetup with Eleanor Brinsko DESCRIPTION:Adults and teens are invited to join us for evening genealogy sessions to learn more about our library’s genealogical resources\, both physical and online. Join us on July 13 for a special virtual visit from Eleanor Brinsko\, lead genealogist at Carlon Genealogical Services. At this presentation\, Eleanor will share how to put her phrase\, “Every time I find an artifact\, I ask it 10 questions\,” into practice by digging for genealogy clues and asking thoughtful questions as you interact with people and artifacts in your research. Join us as she explores a personal\, primary example involving the discovery of information about a relative in a 1904 St. Paul newspaper. Eleanor will also discuss effective techniques for interviewing people to help support family research. \nThis free event is open to young adults and adults only\, and no registration is required. We’ll meet in the Community Room on the second floor at 5:30. For more information\, call 715-261-7230. URL:https://mcpl.us/event/wausau-evening-genealogy-meetup-with-eleanor-brinsko/ LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters\, 300 First Street\, Wausau\, WI\, 54403\, United States CATEGORIES:Adults,Young Adults (12-18),Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcpl.us/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Evening-Genealogy-Meetup-with-Eleanor-Brinsko.png ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon County Public Library":MAILTO:info@mcpl.us GEO:44.959901;-89.633133 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters 300 First Street Wausau WI 54403 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=300 First Street:geo:-89.633133,44.959901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260713T174500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260713T184500 DTSTAMP:20260604T032757 CREATED:20260225T160448Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T160615Z UID:10003398-1783964700-1783968300@mcpl.us SUMMARY:Marathon City: Book Club: "The Names" by Florence Knapp DESCRIPTION:Join us and other book lovers for a discussion of a variety of books—new and old\, fiction and nonfiction! This July\, the group will discuss “The Names” by Florence Knapp. \nCan a name shape the course of a life? In the wake of a catastrophic storm\, Cora sets off with her nine-year-old daughter\, Maia\, to register the birth of her son. Her husband\, Gordon\, respected in the community but a controlling presence at home\, intends for her to follow a long-standing family tradition and name the baby after him. But when faced with the decision\, Cora hesitates… \nSpanning thirty-five years\, what follows are three alternate and alternating versions of their lives\, shaped by Cora’s last-minute choice of name. Full of hope\, this is the story of three names\, three versions of a life\, and the infinite possibilities that a single decision can spark. It is the story of one family and love’s endless capacity to endure\, no matter what fate has in store. \nEveryone is welcome to join the discussion. Stop by the library to check out a copy of the book. For more information\, call 715-443-2775. URL:https://mcpl.us/event/marathon-city-book-club-the-names-by-florence-knapp/ LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Marathon City Branch\, 515 Washington Street\, Marathon City\, 54448\, United States CATEGORIES:Adults ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcpl.us/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Book-Club-The-Names.png ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon County Public Library":MAILTO:info@mcpl.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260714 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260719 DTSTAMP:20260604T032757 CREATED:20260323T213204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T213204Z UID:10003558-1783987200-1784419199@mcpl.us SUMMARY:Edgar: USA Time Travelers DESCRIPTION:Come and celebrate the USA’s 250th anniversary at MCPL with a game that will take you back to when it all started! You’ve been recruited as a time traveler\, and we need you to go back in time to the founding of America. Solve clues about our nation’s history at each stop along the way to get transported closer and closer to the present day. Will you make it back or will you be lost in time forever? \nThis free event is open to all ages and is perfect for the whole family. No registration is required\, just drop in during open hours from July 14-18 and we’ll have everything set up. For more information\, contact 715-352-3155. URL:https://mcpl.us/event/edgar-usa-time-travelers/ LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Edgar Branch\, 224 South 3rd Avenue\, Edgar\, WI\, 54426\, United States CATEGORIES:Adults,Children (6-11),Drop In,Young Adults (12-18),Young Children (0-5),Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcpl.us/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/USA-time-travelers.png ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon County Public Library":MAILTO:info@mcpl.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T110000 DTSTAMP:20260604T032757 CREATED:20260325T210350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T210350Z UID:10003580-1784023200-1784026800@mcpl.us SUMMARY:Marathon City: The Juggler with the Yellow Shoes DESCRIPTION:Get ready to be captivated at this high energy juggling performance! Dan Kirk\, The Juggler with the Yellow Shoes\, combines dazzling juggling feats with humor and storytelling. Watch in amazement as he weaves stories and themes from books into the act\, allowing the audience to make connections with the joy of juggling and the magic of reading. \nThis free event is open to children and their caregivers\, with no registration. We’ll meet at the Marathon Elementary School multipurpose room from 10:00-11:00 a.m. For more information\, contact 715-443-2775. URL:https://mcpl.us/event/marathon-city-the-juggler-with-the-yellow-shoes/ LOCATION:Marathon Area Elementary School\, 100 Spring Valley Drive\, Marathon City\, WI\, 54448\, United States CATEGORIES:Children (6-11),SLP,Young Children (0-5),Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcpl.us/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Juggler-with-the-Yellow-Shoes.png ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon County Public Library":MAILTO:info@mcpl.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T110000 DTSTAMP:20260604T032757 CREATED:20260216T184131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T184131Z UID:10003323-1784025000-1784026800@mcpl.us SUMMARY:Hatley: Family Story Time DESCRIPTION:Children age 5 and younger\, along with their caregivers\, are invited to join us for lively and engaging family story times at MCPL Hatley! Each session features a delightful mix of stories\, songs\, and activities that foster early literacy\, creativity\, and a love of reading. \nThis free event is open to young children and their caregivers. We’ll meet on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month this summer starting June 9. For more information\, please contact us at 715-446-3537. URL:https://mcpl.us/event/hatley-family-story-time-6/2026-07-14/ LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Hatley Branch\, 435 Curtis Avenue\, Hatley\, WI\, 54440\, United States CATEGORIES:Young Children (0-5),Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcpl.us/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Family-Story-Time.png ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon County Public Library":MAILTO:info@mcpl.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T130000 DTSTAMP:20260604T032757 CREATED:20260302T220309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T220309Z UID:10003415-1784030400-1784034000@mcpl.us SUMMARY:Edgar: Book Club: "French Braid" by Anne Tyler DESCRIPTION:Join library staff and other book lovers for engaging discussions of books each month! This July\, we will discuss “French Braid” by Anne Tyler. \nThe Garretts take their first and last family vacation in the summer of 1959. They hardly ever venture beyond Baltimore\, but in some ways they have never been farther apart. Mercy has trouble resisting the siren call of her aspirations to be a painter\, which means less time keeping house for her husband Robin. Their teenage daughters\, steady Alice and boy-crazy Lily\, could not have less in common. Their youngest\, David\, is already intent on escaping his family’s orbit\, for reasons none of them understands. Yet as these lives advance across decades\, the Garretts’ influence on one another ripples unmistakably through each generation\, much like French-braided hair keeps its waves even after it is undone. \nNo registration is required\, and all are welcome! Stop by the library to check out a copy of the book. For more information\, please contact us at 715-352-3155. URL:https://mcpl.us/event/edgar-book-club-french-braid-by-anne-tyler/ LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Edgar Branch\, 224 South 3rd Avenue\, Edgar\, WI\, 54426\, United States CATEGORIES:Adults ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcpl.us/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Book-Club-French-Braid.png ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon County Public Library":MAILTO:info@mcpl.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T140000 DTSTAMP:20260604T032757 CREATED:20260225T162551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T162911Z UID:10003399-1784034000-1784037600@mcpl.us SUMMARY:Hatley: Book Club: "Sharp Objects" by Gillian Flynn DESCRIPTION:Join library staff and other book lovers for engaging discussions of books each month! This July\, we will discuss “Sharp Objects” by Gillian Flynn. \nFresh off a brief stay at a psych hospital\, reporter Camille Preaker faces a troubling assignment: she must return to her tiny hometown to cover the murders of two preteen girls. For years\, Camille has hardly spoken to her neurotic\, hypochondriac mother or to the half-sister she barely knows: a beautiful thirteen-year-old with an eerie grip on the town. Now\, installed in her old bedroom in her family’s Victorian mansion\, Camille finds herself identifying with the young victims—a bit too strongly. Dogged by her own demons\, she must unravel the psychological puzzle of her own past if she wants to get the story—and survive this homecoming. \nEveryone is welcome to join the discussion. No registration is required. Stop by the library for a copy of the book to check out! For more information\, please contact us at 715-446-3537. URL:https://mcpl.us/event/hatley-book-club-sharp-objects-by-gillian-flynn/ LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Hatley Branch\, 435 Curtis Avenue\, Hatley\, WI\, 54440\, United States CATEGORIES:Adults ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcpl.us/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Book-Club-Sharp-Objects.png ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon County Public Library":MAILTO:info@mcpl.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T140000 DTSTAMP:20260604T032757 CREATED:20260325T210919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T210919Z UID:10003581-1784034000-1784037600@mcpl.us SUMMARY:Rothschild: The Juggler with the Yellow Shoes DESCRIPTION:Get ready to be captivated at this high energy juggling performance! Dan Kirk\, The Juggler with the Yellow Shoes\, combines dazzling juggling feats with humor and storytelling. Watch in amazement as he weaves stories and themes from books into the act\, allowing the audience to make connections with the joy of juggling and the magic of reading. \nThis free event is open to children and their caregivers\, with no registration. We’ll meet in the Community Room of the Village Hall. For more information\, contact 715-359-6208. URL:https://mcpl.us/event/rothschild-the-juggler-with-the-yellow-shoes/ LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Rothschild Branch\, 211 Grand Avenue\, Rothschild\, 54474\, United States CATEGORIES:Children (6-11),SLP,Young Children (0-5),Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcpl.us/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Juggler-with-the-Yellow-Shoes.png ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon County Public Library":MAILTO:info@mcpl.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T150000 DTSTAMP:20260604T032757 CREATED:20260218T013540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T013540Z UID:10003368-1784035800-1784041200@mcpl.us SUMMARY:Spencer: Cribbage at the Library DESCRIPTION:Adults are welcome to join us for relaxed\, self-led cribbage games at the library. Whether you’re a seasoned player or are new to this Midwestern staple\, all are welcome! Playing cards and cribbage boards will be provided\, but you’re welcome to bring your own. \nWe’ll meet on the second Tuesday of each month this summer. This event is open to adults only\, and no registration is required. For more information\, please contact us at 715-659-3996. URL:https://mcpl.us/event/spencer-cribbage-at-the-library-4/2026-07-14/ LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch\, 105 South Park Street\, Spencer\, WI\, 54479\, United States CATEGORIES:Adults,Drop In ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcpl.us/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Cribbage.png ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon County Public Library":MAILTO:info@mcpl.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T160000 DTSTAMP:20260604T032757 CREATED:20260303T195921Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T195049Z UID:10003430-1784035800-1784044800@mcpl.us SUMMARY:Wausau: Teen D&D Summer Adventure DESCRIPTION:Registration for the Teen D&D Summer Adventure is full and is now closed. Calling all adventurers! MCPL Wausau is hosting our 4th annual Teen D&D Summer Adventure and we’re recruiting you! Teens ages 13-18 are invited to join us weekly for exciting Dungeons & Dragons games run by our staff Dungeon Masters. Are you up for task? New adventurers are STRONGLY recommended to attend our D&D Character Building for Beginners event on Monday\, June 8 from 2:30-4:30 p.m.\, the day before our Summer Adventure begins. This summer\, we’ll meet every Tuesday from 1:30-4:00 p.m.\, starting June 9. Our last session will be held on August 25. \nThis adventure is open to teens ages 13-18 only\, with registration required. For more information\, contact 715-261-7220. URL:https://mcpl.us/event/wausau-teen-dd-summer-adventure-2/2026-07-14/ LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters\, 300 First Street\, Wausau\, WI\, 54403\, United States CATEGORIES:Registration Required,Young Adults (12-18),Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcpl.us/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Promo.png ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon County Public Library":MAILTO:info@mcpl.us GEO:44.959901;-89.633133 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters 300 First Street Wausau WI 54403 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=300 First Street:geo:-89.633133,44.959901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T150000 DTSTAMP:20260604T032757 CREATED:20260225T163518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T163518Z UID:10003400-1784037600-1784041200@mcpl.us SUMMARY:Athens: Book Club: “The Boxcar Librarian” by Brianna Labuskes DESCRIPTION:Join library staff and other book lovers for engaging discussions of books each month! This July\, the group will discuss “The Boxcar Librarian” by Brianna Labuskes. \nWhen Works Progress Administration (WPA) editor Millie Lang finds herself on the wrong end of a potential political scandal\, she’s shipped off to Montana to work on the state’s American Guide Series—travel books intended to put the nation’s destitute writers to work. Millie arrives to an eclectic staff claiming their missed deadlines are due to sabotage\, possibly from the state’s powerful Copper Kings who don’t want their long and bloody history with union organizers aired for the rest of the country to read. But Millie begins to suspect that the answer might instead lie with the town’s mysterious librarian\, Alice Monroe. \nMore than a decade earlier\, Alice Monroe created the Boxcar Library in order to deliver books to isolated mining towns where men longed for entertainment and connection. Alice thought she found the perfect librarian to staff the train car in Colette Durand\, a miner’s daughter with a shotgun and too many secrets behind her eyes. Now\, no one in Missoula will tell Millie why both Alice and Colette went out on the inaugural journey of the Boxcar Library\, but only Alice returned. The three women’s stories dramatically converge in the search to uncover what someone is so desperately trying to hide: what happened to Colette Durand. \nEveryone is welcome to join the discussion. Stop by the library to check out a copy of the book. For more information\, call 715-257-7292. URL:https://mcpl.us/event/athens-book-club-the-boxcar-librarian-by-brianna-labuskes/ LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Athens Branch\, 203 Alfred Street\, Athens\, WI\, 54411\, United States CATEGORIES:Adults ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcpl.us/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Book-Club-The-Boxcar-Librarian.png ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon County Public Library":MAILTO:info@mcpl.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T170000 DTSTAMP:20260604T032757 CREATED:20260218T005703Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T010524Z UID:10003346-1784044800-1784048400@mcpl.us SUMMARY:Wausau: Pokémon Club DESCRIPTION:Calling all Pokémon Trainers! Come connect with fellow fans as we continue our monthly meetup this summer. Trade cards and dive into exciting discussions about all things Pokémon! We’ll meet in the Aquarium Room on the second Tuesday of each month. Don’t miss your chance to catch ’em all with us! \nThis free event is open to children and their families. For more information\, contact 715-261-7220. URL:https://mcpl.us/event/wausau-pokemon-club-6/2026-07-14/ LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters\, 300 First Street\, Wausau\, WI\, 54403\, United States CATEGORIES:Children (6-11),Drop In,Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcpl.us/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Pokemon-Club.png ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon County Public Library":MAILTO:info@mcpl.us GEO:44.959901;-89.633133 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters 300 First Street Wausau WI 54403 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=300 First Street:geo:-89.633133,44.959901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T103000 DTSTAMP:20260604T032757 CREATED:20260216T210333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T210333Z UID:10003340-1784107800-1784111400@mcpl.us SUMMARY:Wausau: Play & Learn DESCRIPTION:Join us for a story\, music\, crafts\, and more—led by Children’s Wisconsin! Staff from Children’s Wisconsin will also be available to speak with parents and caregivers about parenting and developmental questions\, and to recommend community services you may not be aware of! \nThis event is free and open to young children and their caregivers\, and no registration is required. We’ll meet in the Community Room on the second floor every Wednesday this summer from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Please note that Play & Learn will not be held on July 22 and August 12. For more information\, please contact us at 715-261-7220. URL:https://mcpl.us/event/wausau-play-learn-7/2026-07-15/ LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters\, 300 First Street\, Wausau\, WI\, 54403\, United States CATEGORIES:Young Children (0-5),Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcpl.us/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Play-Learn.png ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon County Public Library":MAILTO:info@mcpl.us GEO:44.959901;-89.633133 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters 300 First Street Wausau WI 54403 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=300 First Street:geo:-89.633133,44.959901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T113000 DTSTAMP:20260604T032757 CREATED:20260216T171942Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T172107Z UID:10003292-1784111400-1784115000@mcpl.us SUMMARY:Rothschild: Family Story Time DESCRIPTION:Children age 5 and younger\, along with their caregivers\, are invited to join us for lively and engaging family story times at MCPL Rothschild! Each session features a delightful mix of stories\, songs\, and activities that foster early literacy\, creativity\, and a love of reading. \nThis free event is open to young children and their caregivers. We’ll meet on the first and third Wednesdays each month this summer. For more information\, please contact us at 715-359-6208. URL:https://mcpl.us/event/rothschild-family-story-time-5/2026-07-15/ LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Rothschild Branch\, 211 Grand Avenue\, Rothschild\, 54474\, United States CATEGORIES:Young Children (0-5),Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcpl.us/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Family-Story-Time.png ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon County Public Library":MAILTO:info@mcpl.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T120000 DTSTAMP:20260604T032757 CREATED:20260415T150508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T151836Z UID:10003646-1784113200-1784116800@mcpl.us SUMMARY:Wausau: Tech Time: Free Help with Technology DESCRIPTION:Need tech help? Library staff can provide free one-on-one assistance for adults with basic computer and internet skills\, job searching and applications\, Microsoft Office (Word\, Excel\, etc.)\, social media (Facebook\, X\, etc.)\, E-books and library databases\, new computers or mobile devices…and more! Registration is required by calling 715-261-7230. Appointments are available every other Monday from 4:00-5:00 p.m. and on opposite weeks\, every other Wednesday from 11:00-12:00 p.m. If the available times don’t work for you\, we’ll help you schedule another session. \nWhen you arrive for your appointment\, please check-in at the second floor Reference Desk. Please bring (if needed): Your device and its charger or cables\, login info (usernames\, passwords)\, device manual\, mobile phone (for account recovery)\, and USB drive\, memory card\, or other storage. For more information\, please contact us at 715-261-7230. URL:https://mcpl.us/event/wausau-tech-time-free-help-with-technology-3/2026-07-15/ LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters\, 300 First Street\, Wausau\, WI\, 54403\, United States CATEGORIES:Adults,Registration Required ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcpl.us/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/tech-time.png ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon County Public Library":MAILTO:info@mcpl.us GEO:44.959901;-89.633133 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters 300 First Street Wausau WI 54403 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=300 First Street:geo:-89.633133,44.959901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T140000 DTSTAMP:20260604T032757 CREATED:20260225T164400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T164840Z UID:10003401-1784120400-1784124000@mcpl.us SUMMARY:Stratford: Book Club: “Broken Country” by Clare Leslie Hall DESCRIPTION:Join library staff and other book lovers for engaging discussions of books each month! This July\, we will discuss “Broken Country” by Clare Leslie Hall\, a nominee for the Goodreads Readers’ Favorite Historical Fiction in 2025. \nBeth and her gentle\, kind husband Frank are happily married\, but their relationship relies on the past staying buried. But when Beth’s brother-in-law shoots a dog going after their sheep\, Beth doesn’t realize that the gunshot will alter the course of their lives. For the dog belonged to none other than Gabriel Wolfe\, the man Beth loved as a teenager—the man who broke her heart years ago. Gabriel has returned to the village with his young son Leo\, a boy who reminds Beth very much of her own son\, who died in a tragic accident. As Beth is pulled back into Gabriel’s life\, tensions around the village rise and dangerous secrets and jealousies from the past resurface\, this time with deadly consequences. Beth is forced to make a choice between the woman she once was\, and the woman she has become. \nNo registration is required\, and all are welcome! Stop by the library to pick up a copy of the book. Can’t make it? Join us to discuss the same book for our evening book club on July 28. For more information\, please contact us at 715-687-4420. URL:https://mcpl.us/event/stratford-book-club-broken-country-by-clare-leslie-hall/ LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Stratford Branch\, 213201 Scholar Street\, Stratford\, WI\, 54484\, United States CATEGORIES:Adults ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcpl.us/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Book-Club-Broken-Country.png ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon County Public Library":MAILTO:info@mcpl.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T153000 DTSTAMP:20260604T032757 CREATED:20260309T220438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T220438Z UID:10003497-1784122200-1784129400@mcpl.us SUMMARY:Wausau: Let’s Play: Sea of Stars® DESCRIPTION:Teens are invited to join us at the library to play Sea of Stars® using our Nintendo Switch console! Sea of Stars is a turn-based RPG inspired by the classics. It tells the story of two Children of the Solstice who embark on a journey of peril and wonder\, combining powers to perform magic to fend off monstrous creations of the evil alchemist. \nThere is one catch\, if you get a Game Over we swap out players! How far do you think you can get? This free event is open to teens only\, with no registration required. Join us in the Conference Room on the second floor between 1:30-3:30 p.m. For more information\, contact 715-261-7220. URL:https://mcpl.us/event/wausau-lets-play-sea-of-stars/ LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters\, 300 First Street\, Wausau\, WI\, 54403\, United States CATEGORIES:Drop In,Young Adults (12-18),Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcpl.us/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Lets-Play-Sea-of-Stars.png ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon County Public Library":MAILTO:info@mcpl.us GEO:44.959901;-89.633133 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters 300 First Street Wausau WI 54403 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=300 First Street:geo:-89.633133,44.959901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T190000 DTSTAMP:20260604T032757 CREATED:20260226T212548Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T212548Z UID:10003407-1784134800-1784142000@mcpl.us SUMMARY:Wausau: Community Game Night DESCRIPTION:Looking for a fun night of strategy and problem solving? Join us on the third Wednesday of each month for a game night from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Bring your friends\, family\, or come on your own and meet up with others in the community! A variety of modern board games will be provided to choose from\, and you’re welcome to bring your favorites from home and teach others. \nThis free event is open to adults and young adults with no registration required. We’ll meet in the Conference Room on the second floor. For more information\, contact us at 715-261-7230. URL:https://mcpl.us/event/wausau-community-game-night-6/2026-07-15/ LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters\, 300 First Street\, Wausau\, WI\, 54403\, United States CATEGORIES:Adults,Young Adults (12-18),Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcpl.us/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Community-Game-Night.png ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon County Public Library":MAILTO:info@mcpl.us GEO:44.959901;-89.633133 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters 300 First Street Wausau WI 54403 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=300 First Street:geo:-89.633133,44.959901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T103000 DTSTAMP:20260604T032757 CREATED:20260216T174418Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T174418Z UID:10003313-1784196000-1784197800@mcpl.us SUMMARY:Wausau: Family Story Time DESCRIPTION:Children age 5 and younger\, along with their caregivers\, are invited to join us every Thursday this summer for lively and engaging family story times at MCPL Wausau! Each session features a delightful mix of stories\, songs\, and activities that foster early literacy\, creativity\, and a love of reading. \nThis free event is open to young children and their caregivers. We’ll meet in the Aquarium Room from 10:00 to 10:30 a.m. For more information\, please contact us at 715-261-7220. URL:https://mcpl.us/event/wausau-family-story-time-8/2026-07-16/ LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters\, 300 First Street\, Wausau\, WI\, 54403\, United States CATEGORIES:Young Children (0-5),Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcpl.us/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Family-Story-Time.png ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon County Public Library":MAILTO:info@mcpl.us GEO:44.959901;-89.633133 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters 300 First Street Wausau WI 54403 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=300 First Street:geo:-89.633133,44.959901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T110000 DTSTAMP:20260604T032757 CREATED:20260216T173846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T183513Z UID:10003300-1784197800-1784199600@mcpl.us SUMMARY:Marathon City: Family Story Time DESCRIPTION:Children age 5 and younger\, along with their caregivers\, are invited to join us for lively and engaging family story times at MCPL Marathon City! Each session features a delightful mix of stories\, songs\, and activities that foster early literacy\, creativity\, and a love of reading. \nThis free event is open to young children and their caregivers. We’ll meet every Thursday this summer from 10:30 to 11:00 starting June 4. For more information\, please contact us at 715-443-2775. URL:https://mcpl.us/event/marathon-city-family-story-time-5/2026-07-16/ LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Marathon City Branch\, 515 Washington Street\, Marathon City\, 54448\, United States CATEGORIES:Young Children (0-5),Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcpl.us/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Family-Story-Time.png ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon County Public Library":MAILTO:info@mcpl.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T121500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T154500 DTSTAMP:20260604T032757 CREATED:20260318T194315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T194315Z UID:10003536-1784204100-1784216700@mcpl.us SUMMARY:Wausau: Summer at Mead: Geology DESCRIPTION:Join us this summer for field trips to the Mead Wildlife Area and experience unforgettable outdoor activities for all ages! Everyone is invited to join us on July 16 to explore local geology! Did you know that Wisconsin used to be on the equator? Learn more about Wisconsin’s geology and participate in mineral and rock testing. \nMeet at MCPL Wausau in the lower library parking lot on West Washington Street and hop on our bus for free transportation departing promptly at 12:15 pm. After our activities\, we’ll take the bus back to MCPL Wausau and arrive by 3:45 p.m. This free event is open to all ages\, but please note that minors MUST be accompanied by an adult on all field trips.  Registration is required for this event by registering online or by calling. Registration for each event opens one month prior\, so check back here to register if registering online. These events happen rain or shine! See below for important information regarding library parking. For more information about the event or to register\, call 715-261-7230. For Mead-specific questions\, call 715-457-6771. Larger groups are asked to please contact Mead Wildlife Area directly to better accommodate your group. \nParking: Parking in the upper library lot on North First Street is free\, however\, space is limited. Parking in the lower lot is managed by the city. You must register your car at the booth or via the Passport app. It is free for the first two hours\, and it’s $1.00 per additional hour. URL:https://mcpl.us/event/wausau-summer-at-mead-geology/ LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters\, 300 First Street\, Wausau\, WI\, 54403\, United States CATEGORIES:Adults,Children (6-11),Registration Required,Young Adults (12-18),Young Children (0-5),Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcpl.us/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Geology.png ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon County Public Library":MAILTO:info@mcpl.us GEO:44.959901;-89.633133 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters 300 First Street Wausau WI 54403 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=300 First Street:geo:-89.633133,44.959901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T153000 DTSTAMP:20260604T032757 CREATED:20260420T152214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T152214Z UID:10003659-1784212200-1784215800@mcpl.us SUMMARY:Wausau: Neurographic Art DESCRIPTION:Adults and teens are invited to create neurographic art! Neurographic art combines abstract drawing with mindfulness and centers on creating neuron-like lines and shapes. Participants will be given a brief introduction to the technique\, followed by time to set a mindful intention. Then\, begin your drawing and add color to your artwork. Unlock your creative potential\, express yourself in a new way\, and free the pressure of achieving perfection. This program will have two sessions; the first on July 16 from 2:30-3:30\, and the second on July 23 from 5:30-6:30. We’ll meet in the Community Room for both sessions. \nThis free event is open to adults and young adults\, with no registration. For more information\, contact 715-261-7230. URL:https://mcpl.us/event/wausau-neurographic-art/2026-07-16/ LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters\, 300 First Street\, Wausau\, WI\, 54403\, United States CATEGORIES:Adults,Young Adults (12-18),Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcpl.us/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Neurographic-Art.png ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon County Public Library":MAILTO:info@mcpl.us GEO:44.959901;-89.633133 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters 300 First Street Wausau WI 54403 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=300 First Street:geo:-89.633133,44.959901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T163000 DTSTAMP:20260604T032757 CREATED:20260218T011841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T162548Z UID:10003352-1784212200-1784219400@mcpl.us SUMMARY:Wausau: Teen D&D Club DESCRIPTION:Hi\, Intrepid Heroes! Can’t get enough of Dungeons & Dragons? Teens can join us for an open meeting of our D&D Club where we will hang out and talk about all things D&D. Expect games\, dice\, some rules lawyering\, and RPG-themed activities. \nThis free event is open to young adults ages 12-18 only\, with no registration is required. We’ll meet in the Conference Room from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. this summer on June 18\, July 16\, and August 13. For more information\, call 715-261-7220. URL:https://mcpl.us/event/wausau-teen-dd-club-2/2026-07-16/ LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters\, 300 First Street\, Wausau\, WI\, 54403\, United States CATEGORIES:Drop In,Young Adults (12-18),Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcpl.us/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Teen-DD-Club.png ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon County Public Library":MAILTO:info@mcpl.us GEO:44.959901;-89.633133 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters 300 First Street Wausau WI 54403 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=300 First Street:geo:-89.633133,44.959901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T160000 DTSTAMP:20260604T032757 CREATED:20260223T181051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T181051Z UID:10003391-1784214000-1784217600@mcpl.us SUMMARY:Rothschild: Read to a Therapy Dog DESCRIPTION:Get ready for another sunny summer at MCPL Rothschild as we welcome back certified therapy dog and golden retriever Sunny! Children can bring their favorite book or grab one off the shelves and practice their reading skills with Sunny. Not only can Sunny bring a smile to your face\, he’s also a willing and friendly listener. \nThis is a great opportunity for kids to practice their literacy skills and have fun. This free event requires no registration. This summer\, we’ll meet on June 18\, July 16\, and August 20. For more information\, contact 715-359-6208. URL:https://mcpl.us/event/rothschild-read-to-a-therapy-dog-3/2026-07-16/ LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Rothschild Branch\, 211 Grand Avenue\, Rothschild\, 54474\, United States CATEGORIES:Children (6-11),Drop In,Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcpl.us/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Read-to-a-Therapy-Dog-Wausau-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon County Public Library":MAILTO:info@mcpl.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260716T170000 DTSTAMP:20260604T032757 CREATED:20260219T155900Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T155900Z UID:10003378-1784214000-1784221200@mcpl.us SUMMARY:Wausau: LEGO® Club DESCRIPTION:Get creative with LEGO® and other blocks at the library! We will have plenty of LEGO® bricks\, DUPLO®\, books\, and various building materials available for children to create with. What can you build with just a few simple blocks? \nThis event is free and open to children up to age 11. This summer\, we’ll meet on the third Thursday of each month. Stop by anytime from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. in the Aquarium Room and all materials will be available. For more information\, please contact us at 715-261-7220. \nLEGO® and DUPLO® are trademarks of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor\, authorize or endorse this event or website. URL:https://mcpl.us/event/wausau-lego-club-2/2026-07-16/ LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters\, 300 First Street\, Wausau\, WI\, 54403\, United States CATEGORIES:Children (6-11),Drop In,Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcpl.us/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/LEGO-Club.png ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon County Public Library":MAILTO:info@mcpl.us GEO:44.959901;-89.633133 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters 300 First Street Wausau WI 54403 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=300 First Street:geo:-89.633133,44.959901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260717T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260717T160000 DTSTAMP:20260604T032757 CREATED:20260324T232202Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T232202Z UID:10003568-1784296800-1784304000@mcpl.us SUMMARY:Wausau: Movie Showing: "GOAT" DESCRIPTION:Everyone has greatness waiting to be unearthed! Children and their families are invited to join us for a free movie screening of GOAT. GOAT is about a small goat with big dreams! They get a once-in-a-lifetime shot to join the pros and play “roarball”\, a high-intensity\, co-ed\, full-contact sport dominated by the fastest\, fiercest animals in the world. \nThis free event is open to children and their caregivers\, with no registration required. Attendees are welcome to bring snacks and refreshments\, though we ask that you please help keep our library clean. For more information\, please contact us at 715-261-7220. (2026 | Rated PG | 93 minutes) URL:https://mcpl.us/event/wausau-movie-showing-goat/ LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters\, 300 First Street\, Wausau\, WI\, 54403\, United States CATEGORIES:Children (6-11),SLP,Young Children (0-5),Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcpl.us/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/GOAT-Movie-Showing.png ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon County Public Library":MAILTO:info@mcpl.us GEO:44.959901;-89.633133 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters 300 First Street Wausau WI 54403 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=300 First Street:geo:-89.633133,44.959901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T143000 DTSTAMP:20260604T032757 CREATED:20260304T004913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T004913Z UID:10003458-1784367000-1784385000@mcpl.us SUMMARY:Wausau: Book Sale: Friends Members Only DESCRIPTION:The Friends of the Marathon County Public Library are excited to welcome their members for a monthly sale! The book sale room is chock-full of great items\, featuring books\, movies\, music\, and much more! This monthly sale\, held on the third Saturday of each month\, is open to members of the Friends group only. If you’re currently not a member and would like to be\, you can fill out an application found online and either mail it in or join on the spot! Applications are also available at all MCPL locations and at every book sale. \nNo matter your interest or preferred format of entertainment\, you’re bound to find something at this sale. Did we mention they have a whole stash of games and puzzles? There’s no cost to browse! All ages are welcome. Call 715-261-7200 for any questions. URL:https://mcpl.us/event/wausau-book-sale-friends-members-only-9/2026-07-18/ LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters\, 300 First Street\, Wausau\, WI\, 54403\, United States CATEGORIES:Adults,Children (6-11),Young Adults (12-18),Young Children (0-5),Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcpl.us/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Book-Sale.png ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon County Public Library":MAILTO:info@mcpl.us GEO:44.959901;-89.633133 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters 300 First Street Wausau WI 54403 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=300 First Street:geo:-89.633133,44.959901 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T140000 DTSTAMP:20260604T032757 CREATED:20260218T012845Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T013008Z UID:10003360-1784368800-1784383200@mcpl.us SUMMARY:Spencer: Ready\, Set\, Game! DESCRIPTION:Looking for some weekend fun? Every Saturday this summer\, you’re invited to come hang out and play a variety of card and board games! Bring your friends\, family\, or come solo and play with others in the community. We’ve got a great selection of games ready to play\, but you’re also welcome to bring your favorites and teach others. \nStop by anytime from 10:00-2:00 p.m. and join the fun! All ages are welcome and no registration is required. Please note that we are closed on July 4. For more information\, please contact us at 715-659-3996. URL:https://mcpl.us/event/spencer-ready-set-game-3/2026-07-18/ LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch\, 105 South Park Street\, Spencer\, WI\, 54479\, United States CATEGORIES:Adults,Children (6-11),Drop In,Young Adults (12-18),Young Children (0-5),Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcpl.us/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Ready-Set-Game.png ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon County Public Library":MAILTO:info@mcpl.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T163000 DTSTAMP:20260604T032757 CREATED:20260428T204722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T003826Z UID:10003666-1784385000-1784392200@mcpl.us SUMMARY:Wausau: Make It Up: Chain Mail Jewelry DESCRIPTION:Adults are invited to learn how to weave chain mail into stunning jewelry creations! Staff will guide you through making a pendant from the same weave pattern. Once you’ve mastered that\, you can move on to earrings! The goal of our Make It Up series is to learn how to make the things you would normally just purchase. It’s about slow living\, being mindful\, and putting your own handmade effort into each element of the process—while saving money and learning a new skill. \nThis free event is open to adults only\, with registration required to secure your spot and supplies. Registration will open one month prior on June 18. Please note that if you register and no don’t arrive on time without providing notice\, your supplies may be given to others. Walk-ins are welcome as supplies last. For more information\, contact 715-261-7230. URL:https://mcpl.us/event/wausau-make-it-up-chain-mail-jewelry-2/ LOCATION:Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters\, 300 First Street\, Wausau\, WI\, 54403\, United States CATEGORIES:Adults,Registration Required ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mcpl.us/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Chain-Mail-Jewelry-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Marathon County Public Library":MAILTO:info@mcpl.us GEO:44.959901;-89.633133 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters 300 First Street Wausau WI 54403 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=300 First Street:geo:-89.633133,44.959901 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR