Summer Library Program (SLP)
2026-06-01 - 2026-08-31 | All MCPL Locations, Marathon County, WI, United States
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.
Our summer programming has something for all ages, but it is especially geared towards school-age children, tweens and teens.
Visit 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.

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Summer Library Program (SLP)

Mon., June 1–Mon., August 31

All MCPL Locations

Marathon County, WI, United States

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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.

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Mosinee: USA Time Travelers

Mon., June 1–Wed., June 3

America 250

Marathon County Public Library—Mosinee Branch

123 Main Street, Mosinee, WI, United States

Go back in time to the founding of America and solve clues about our nation’s history to get back to present day.

Mon

1

Wausau: Community Plant Swap

Featured

Mon., June 1–Sat., June 6

Plant Swap

Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters

300 First Street, Wausau, WI, United States

Drop off a plant or cutting and pick up another in exchange!

Mon

1

Edgar: Community Plant Swap

Mon., June 1–Sat., June 6

Plant Swap

Marathon County Public Library—Edgar Branch

224 South 3rd Avenue, Edgar, WI, United States

Drop off a plant or cutting and pick up another in exchange!

Mon

1

Wausau: School Supply Swap

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Mon., June 1–Sat., June 6

Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters

300 First Street, Wausau, WI, United States

Drop off gently used school supplies from June 1-5. Stop back on June 6 to pick up supplies for yourself or your kids!

Mon

1

Stratford: Dinosaur Suncatchers

Mon., June 1–Sat., June 6

Dinosaur Suncatchers

Marathon County Public Library—Stratford Branch

213201 Scholar Street, Stratford, WI, United States

Decorate your windows with a colorful dinosaur suncatcher!

Mon

1

All MCPL Locations: Illustration Contest

Mon., June 1–Tue., June 30

All MCPL Locations

Marathon County, WI, United States

Design a cover, illustrate a scene, or create a piece of art inspired by our summer library theme, “Unearthing a Story."

Mon

1

All MCPL Locations: Summer Community Journal

Mon., June 1–Mon., August 31

All MCPL Locations

Marathon County, WI, United States

Pick up a journal page to write about a summer adventure! These entries will be combined to make a unique community journal.

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Edgar: Family Story Time

Tue., June 2 @ 11:00 am–11:30 am

Family Story Time

Marathon County Public Library—Edgar Branch

224 South 3rd Avenue, Edgar, WI, United States

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

Tue

2

Mosinee: Cribbage at the Library

Tue., June 2 @ 1:00 pm–3:00 pm

Cribbage

Marathon County Public Library—Mosinee Branch

123 Main Street, Mosinee, WI, United States

Adults are welcome to play cribbage with others at the library.

Tue

2

Athens: Amber Fossil & Dinosaur Eye Magnets

Tue., June 2 @ 1:00 pm–7:00 pm

Amber Fossil & Dinosaur Eye Magnets

Marathon County Public Library—Athens Branch

203 Alfred Street, Athens, WI, United States

Design magnets that resemble fossils trapped in amber or a fierce dinosaur eye!

Wed

3

Wausau: Play & Learn

Wed., June 3 @ 9:30 am–10:30 am

Play & Learn

Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters

300 First Street, Wausau, WI, United States

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

Wed

3

Rothschild: Family Story Time

Wed., June 3 @ 10:30 am–11:30 am

Family Story Time

Marathon County Public Library—Rothschild Branch

211 Grand Avenue, Rothschild, United States

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

Wed

3

Wausau: Tech Time: Free Help with Technology

Wed., June 3 @ 11:00 am–12:00 pm

Tech Time

Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters

300 First Street, Wausau, WI, United States

Make an appointment to receive basic tech help from library staff.

Wed

3

Wausau: Blockbuster Bingo: “The Mummy”

Wed., June 3 @ 5:00 pm–7:30 pm

Movie Showings

Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters

300 First Street, Wausau, WI, United States

Create a unique bingo card with movie-specific events before we press play and watch this hit nostalgic film.

Thu

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Wausau: Family Story Time

Thu., June 4 @ 10:00 am–10:30 am

Family Story Time

Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters

300 First Street, Wausau, WI, United States

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

Thu

4

Marathon City: Family Story Time

Thu., June 4 @ 10:30 am–11:00 am

Family Story Time

Marathon County Public Library—Marathon City Branch

515 Washington Street, Marathon City, United States

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

Fri

5

Spencer: Fiber Artists Meetup

Fri., June 5 @ 1:00 pm–3:00 pm

Fiber Artists Meetup

Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch

105 South Park Street, Spencer, WI, United States

Bring your current project to work on and meet with others for crafting and conversation.

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Rib Mountain: State Park Story Time

Sat., June 6 @ 10:00 am–10:30 am

Rib Mountain: State Park Story Time

Rib Mountain State Park

149801 State Park Rd, Wausau, WI, United States

Enjoy story times in the picnic area of Rib Mountain State Park over the Free Fun Weekend!

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6

Spencer: Ready, Set, Game!

Sat., June 6 @ 10:00 am–2:00 pm

Ready, Set, Game!

Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch

105 South Park Street, Spencer, WI, United States

Play games with friends, family, and community members every Saturday!

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Rib Mountain: State Park Story Time

Sat., June 6 @ 11:00 am–11:30 am

Rib Mountain: State Park Story Time

Rib Mountain State Park

149801 State Park Rd, Wausau, WI, United States

Enjoy story times in the picnic area of Rib Mountain State Park over the Free Fun Weekend!

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Kronenwetter: Story Time at the Farmer’s Market

Featured

Sun., June 7 @ 9:00 am–2:00 pm

Family Story Time

Buska Park

2390 Terrebonne Drive, Kronenwetter, WI, United States

Enjoy stories and crafts with us at the farmer's market!

Mon

8

Spencer: USA Time Travelers

Mon., June 8–Sat., June 13

America 250

Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch

105 South Park Street, Spencer, WI, United States

Go back in time to the founding of America and solve clues about our nation’s history to get back to present day.

Mon

8

Stratford: Dino Days of Summer

Mon., June 8–Sat., June 13

Marathon County Public Library—Stratford Branch

213201 Scholar Street, Stratford, WI, United States

Find hidden dinosaur eggs around the library to get matched with a mini dinosaur, create its habitat, and pick up our SLP activity book!

Mon

8

Wausau: Summer Kickoff Party

Featured

Mon., June 8 @ 10:00 am–12:00 pm

Oak Island Park

500 River Drive, Wausau, WI, United States

Celebrate the start of our summer library program with a petting zoo, a make-and-take flower planting station, and more!

Mon

8

Rothschild: Egg Carton Geodes

Mon., June 8 @ 10:30 am–12:30 pm

Egg Carton Geodes

Marathon County Public Library—Rothschild Branch

211 Grand Avenue, Rothschild, United States

Craft your own geode using an egg carton cup, glue, and dyed Epsom salt.

Mon

8

Wausau: Genealogy Meetup

Mon., June 8 @ 1:00 pm–2:00 pm

Genealogy

Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters

300 First Street, Wausau, WI, United States

Join us for a special genealogy meetup as we are joined by the Register of Deeds!

Mon

8

Wausau: D&D Character Building for Beginners

Mon., June 8 @ 2:30 pm–4:30 pm

Dungeons & Dragons

Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters

300 First Street, Wausau, WI, United States

Teens can get started with Dungeons & Dragons to prepare for our Teen D&D Summer Adventure!

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8

Wausau: Tech Time: Free Help with Technology

Mon., June 8 @ 4:00 pm–5:00 pm

Tech Time

Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters

300 First Street, Wausau, WI, United States

Make an appointment to receive basic tech help from library staff.

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Marathon City: Book Club: “Be Ready When the Luck Happens” by Ina Garten

Mon., June 8 @ 5:45 pm–6:45 pm

Book Club

Marathon County Public Library—Marathon City Branch

515 Washington Street, Marathon City, United States

Discuss the inspiring and remarkable journey of Ina Garten in her entertaining memoir.

Tue

9

Marathon City: Raptor Education Group, Inc.: Night Moves

Tue., June 9 @ 10:00 am–11:00 am

Raptor Education Group, Inc.

Marathon Area Elementary School

100 Spring Valley Drive, Marathon City, WI, United States

Discover features unique to owls & get to see them up close!

Tue

9

Hatley: Family Story Time

Tue., June 9 @ 10:30 am–11:00 am

Family Story Time

Marathon County Public Library—Hatley Branch

435 Curtis Avenue, Hatley, WI, United States

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

Tue

9

Edgar: Book Club: “The Summer Pact” by Emily Giffin

Tue., June 9 @ 12:00 pm–1:00 pm

Book Club

Marathon County Public Library—Edgar Branch

224 South 3rd Avenue, Edgar, WI, United States

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.

Tue

9

Hatley: Book Club: “Dear Edward” by Ann Napolitano

Tue., June 9 @ 1:00 pm–2:00 pm

Book Club

Marathon County Public Library—Hatley Branch

435 Curtis Avenue, Hatley, WI, United States

Discuss this coming-of-age story about a boy trying to find his place in the world.

Tue

9

Rothschild: Raptor Education Group, Inc.: Night Moves

Tue., June 9 @ 1:00 pm–2:00 pm

Raptor Education Group, Inc.

George Street Park

707 George Street, Rothschild, WI, United States

Discover features unique to owls & get to see them up close!

Tue

9

Mosinee: Escape the Library

Tue., June 9 @ 1:00 pm–7:00 pm

Escape Room

Marathon County Public Library—Mosinee Branch

123 Main Street, Mosinee, WI, United States

Put your puzzle-solving skills to the test at our escape rooms!

Tue

9

Spencer: Cribbage at the Library

Tue., June 9 @ 1:30 pm–3:00 pm

Cribbage

Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch

105 South Park Street, Spencer, WI, United States

Adults are welcome to play cribbage at the library!

Tue

9

Wausau: Teen D&D Summer Adventure

Tue., June 9 @ 1:30 pm–4:00 pm

Dungeons & Dragons

Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters

300 First Street, Wausau, WI, United States

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

Tue

9

Athens: Book Club: “Jefferson’s Daughters” by Catherine Kerrison

Tue., June 9 @ 2:00 pm–3:00 pm

Book Club

Marathon County Public Library—Athens Branch

203 Alfred Street, Athens, WI, United States

Discuss the eventful lives of Thomas Jefferson's daughters and the fight to shape their own destinies.

Tue

9

Mosinee: Clay Fossil Necklaces

Tue., June 9 @ 2:00 pm–6:00 pm

Fossil Necklace

Marathon County Public Library—Mosinee Branch

123 Main Street, Mosinee, WI, United States

Use air-dry clay, stencils, paint, and more to create a one-of-a-kind fossil necklace!

Tue

9

Wausau: Pokémon Club

Tue., June 9 @ 4:00 pm–5:00 pm

Pokémon Club

Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters

300 First Street, Wausau, WI, United States

Meet with others to trade cards and discuss all things Pokémon!

Wed

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Wausau: Play & Learn

Wed., June 10 @ 9:30 am–10:30 am

Play & Learn

Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters

300 First Street, Wausau, WI, United States

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

Wed

10

Mosinee: Escape the Library

Wed., June 10 @ 10:00 am–4:00 pm

Escape Room

Marathon County Public Library—Mosinee Branch

123 Main Street, Mosinee, WI, United States

Put your puzzle-solving skills to the test at our escape rooms!

Wed

10

Athens: Family Story Time

Wed., June 10 @ 10:30 am–11:00 am

Family Story Time

Marathon County Public Library—Athens Branch

203 Alfred Street, Athens, WI, United States

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

Wed

10

Athens: Jurassic Party

Wed., June 10 @ 10:30 am–11:30 am

Athens Park

5991 State Hwy 97, Athens, United States

Enjoy dino-mite stories, crafts, a scavenger hunt, and more!

Wed

10

Stratford: Stomp into Summer Story Time

Wed., June 10 @ 10:30 am–11:30 am

Family Story Time

Marathon County Public Library—Stratford Branch

213201 Scholar Street, Stratford, WI, United States

Join us for a larger-than-life dinosaur story time featuring a dance party!

Wed

10

Rothschild: Mini Makers

Wed., June 10 @ 10:30 am–12:30 pm

Mini Makers

Marathon County Public Library—Rothschild Branch

211 Grand Avenue, Rothschild, United States

Young children are invited to create child-led process art each month!

Wed

10

Rothschild: Fiber Artists Meetup

Wed., June 10 @ 4:30 pm–6:30 pm

Fiber Artists Meetup

Marathon County Public Library—Rothschild Branch

211 Grand Avenue, Rothschild, United States

Bring your current project to work on and meet with others for crafting and conversation.

Wed

10

Wausau: Fiber Artists Meetup

Wed., June 10 @ 6:00 pm–7:30 pm

Fiber Artists Meetup

Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters

300 First Street, Wausau, WI, United States

Bring your current project to work on and meet with others for crafting and conversation.

Thu

11

Wausau: Family Story Time

Thu., June 11 @ 10:00 am–10:30 am

Family Story Time

Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters

300 First Street, Wausau, WI, United States

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

Thu

11

Marathon City: Family Story Time

Thu., June 11 @ 10:30 am–11:00 am

Family Story Time

Marathon County Public Library—Marathon City Branch

515 Washington Street, Marathon City, United States

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

Thu

11

Wausau: Summer at Mead: Sssnakes!

Thu., June 11 @ 12:15 pm–3:45 pm

Summer at Mead

Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters

300 First Street, Wausau, WI, United States

Learn how to identify snakes and all about their interesting and unique behavior.

Thu

11

Wausau: A Closer Look at Aquatic Invasive Species

Thu., June 11 @ 2:30 pm–3:30 pm

Aquatic Invasive Species

Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters

300 First Street, Wausau, WI, United States

Learn more about aquatic invasive species and practical ways you can help protect native species.

Thu

11

Wausau: Wander Journals

Thu., June 11 @ 2:30 pm–4:30 pm

Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters

300 First Street, Wausau, WI, United States

Create your own small hand-sewn notebook to detail your summer thoughts and adventures.

Thu

11

Wausau: A Closer Look at Aquatic Invasive Species

Thu., June 11 @ 5:30 pm–6:30 pm

Aquatic Invasive Species

Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters

300 First Street, Wausau, WI, United States

Learn more about aquatic invasive species and practical ways you can help protect native species.

Fri

12

Spencer: Red, White, & Blue Chalk Fest

Fri., June 12 @ 10:00 am–4:00 pm

America 250

Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch

105 South Park Street, Spencer, WI, United States

Celebrate Spencerama Days and decorate the sidewalks outside the library with your red, white, and blue chalk masterpieces!

Sat

13

Rothschild: Puzzle Social

Featured

Sat., June 13 @ 10:00 am–12:00 pm

Puzzles

Marathon County Public Library—Rothschild Branch

211 Grand Avenue, Rothschild, United States

Meet with others to enjoy puzzles and conversation.

Sat

13

Spencer: Ready, Set, Game!

Sat., June 13 @ 10:00 am–2:00 pm

Ready, Set, Game!

Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch

105 South Park Street, Spencer, WI, United States

Play games with friends, family, and community members every Saturday!

Sat

13

Spencer: Red, White, & Blue Chalk Fest

Sat., June 13 @ 10:00 am–2:00 pm

America 250

Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch

105 South Park Street, Spencer, WI, United States

Celebrate Spencerama Days and decorate the sidewalks outside the library with your red, white, and blue chalk masterpieces!

Sat

13

Edgar: Flower Pot Painting

Sat., June 13 @ 11:00 am–1:00 pm

Marathon County Public Library—Edgar Branch

224 South 3rd Avenue, Edgar, WI, United States

Paint a terracotta pot with a design of your own or use a template provided!

Mon

15

Marathon City: Dinosaur Suncatchers

Mon., June 15–Sat., June 20

Dinosaur Suncatchers

Marathon County Public Library—Marathon City Branch

515 Washington Street, Marathon City, United States

Decorate your windows with a colorful dinosaur suncatcher!

Mon

15

Athens: Prehistoric Rock Art

Mon., June 15–Sat., June 20

Marathon County Public Library—Athens Branch

203 Alfred Street, Athens, WI, United States

Dig into the past and create your own prehistoric rock art!

Mon

15

Edgar: Egg Carton Geodes

Mon., June 15–Sat., June 20

Egg Carton Geodes

Marathon County Public Library—Edgar Branch

224 South 3rd Avenue, Edgar, WI, United States

Craft your own geode using an egg carton cup, glue, and dyed Epsom salt.

Mon

15

Wausau: Story Time at the Parks: Oak Island

Mon., June 15 @ 10:00 am–10:30 am

Story Time at the Parks

Oak Island Park

500 River Drive, Wausau, WI, United States

Join us in the fresh air for story times at local parks this summer!

Mon

15

Mosinee: Play & Learn

Mon., June 15 @ 10:30 am–11:30 am

Play & Learn

Marathon County Public Library—Mosinee Branch

123 Main Street, Mosinee, WI, United States

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

Mon

15

Stratford: ADRC: Brain Health Basics

Mon., June 15 @ 10:30 am–11:30 am

Aging & Disability Resource Center

Marathon County Public Library—Stratford Branch

213201 Scholar Street, Stratford, WI, United States

Learn how to take better care of your brain to decrease your risk of dementia at this presentation led by the ADRC.

Mon

15

Hatley: Read to a Therapy Dog

Mon., June 15 @ 1:00 pm–2:00 pm

Read to a Therapy Dog

Marathon County Public Library—Hatley Branch

435 Curtis Avenue, Hatley, WI, United States

Read to a friendly, furry listener at the library!

Mon

15

Mosinee: Book Club: “The Only Woman in the Room” by Marie Benedict

Mon., June 15 @ 2:00 pm–3:00 pm

Book Club

Marathon County Public Library—Mosinee Branch

123 Main Street, Mosinee, WI, United States

Discuss this novel based on the incredible true story of the glamour icon and scientist whose groundbreaking invention revolutionized modern communication.

Tue

16

Spencer: Dig into Summer Story Time

Tue., June 16 @ 10:30 am–11:00 am

Family Story Time

Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch

105 South Park Street, Spencer, WI, United States

Join us for lively and engaging story times centered around our "Unearth a Story" summer theme!

Tue

16

Edgar: Family Story Time

Tue., June 16 @ 11:00 am–11:30 am

Family Story Time

Marathon County Public Library—Edgar Branch

224 South 3rd Avenue, Edgar, WI, United States

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

Tue

16

Mosinee: Cribbage at the Library

Tue., June 16 @ 1:00 pm–3:00 pm

Cribbage

Marathon County Public Library—Mosinee Branch

123 Main Street, Mosinee, WI, United States

Adults are welcome to play cribbage with others at the library.

Tue

16

Marathon City: Amber Fossil & Dinosaur Eye Magnets

Tue., June 16 @ 1:00 pm–3:00 pm

Amber Fossil & Dinosaur Eye Magnets

Marathon County Public Library—Marathon City Branch

515 Washington Street, Marathon City, United States

Design magnets that resemble fossils trapped in amber or a fierce dinosaur eye!

Tue

16

Wausau: Teen D&D Summer Adventure

Tue., June 16 @ 1:30 pm–4:00 pm

Dungeons & Dragons

Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters

300 First Street, Wausau, WI, United States

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

Tue

16

Stratford: Patriotic Wall Décor

Tue., June 16 @ 3:30 pm–6:30 pm

America 250

Marathon County Public Library—Stratford Branch

213201 Scholar Street, Stratford, WI, United States

Craft a colorful wooden patriotic flag to add to your space!

Tue

16

Wausau: Beginning Genealogy for Families

Featured

Tue., June 16 @ 5:30 pm–6:30 pm

Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters

300 First Street, Wausau, WI, United States

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!

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All MCPL Locations: Summer Community Journal
2026-06-01 - 2026-08-31 | All MCPL Locations, Marathon County, WI, United States
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.
This 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.

All MCPL Locations: Creative Writing Contest
2026-07-06 - 2026-08-31 | All MCPL Locations, Marathon County, WI, United States
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.
Submissions must be:

Original, unpublished work using no Artificial Intelligence
Relevant to the theme: Unearthing a Story
Not exceeding 5,000 words
Digital and not handwritten
Containing no identifying names within the story or its pages, including the author’s name
Suitable and appropriate for a general audience
Created by a Marathon County resident

Submitting your work:

Written 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
If staff cannot open your file, your work cannot be judged

Entries 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.

Marathon City: Pirate Week
2026-07-20 - 2026-07-25 | Marathon County Public Library—Marathon City Branch, 515 Washington Street, Marathon City, 54448, United States
Set sail for an unforgettable pirate adventure at MCPL Marathon City! Children can enjoy pirate-themed stories, crafts, activities, LEGO® challenges, and even a treasure hunt! Stop in during open hours the week of July 20-25 and everything will be set up to join in on the fun. Be sure to join our Pirate Story Time on July 23!
This free event is open to children and their caregivers, with no registration required. For more information, contact 715-443-2775.

Wausau: QR Code American Scavenger Hunt
2026-07-20 09:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters, 300 First Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
Do you think you have a sharp mind to solve a series of riddles and clues? Teens are invited to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with a QR code scavenger hunt! Piece together our nation’s history while you travel around the library solving clues. Come to the Young Adult Section at MCPL Wausau to join the challenge from 9:30-7:30 p.m. Just make sure you bring your charged phone!
This free event is open to teens and no registration required. For more information, contact 715-261-7220.

Mosinee: MCPL's Amazing History
2026-07-20 10:30 - 11:30 | Marathon County Public Library—Mosinee Branch, 123 Main Street, Mosinee, WI, 54455, United States
Did you know that Wausau once had TWO library locations? Or that we had a Bookmobile that traveled all over Marathon County bringing books to people? Young adults and adults are invited to a presentation packed with surprising MCPL fun facts, fascinating stories, and vintage photos from the past. Travel back in time with us as our Adult Reference Librarian brings local library history to life!
This free event requires no registration. For more information, call 715-693-2144.

Hatley: The Magic of Isaiah
2026-07-20 13:30 - 14:30 | Marathon County Public Library—Hatley Branch, 435 Curtis Avenue, Hatley, WI, 54440, United States
Get ready to be amazed! Children and their caregivers are invited to join us at the library for an interactive comedy magic show brought to you by The Magic of Isaiah! Watch in wonder as mind-boggling tricks and illusions are performed right before your eyes, keeping you surprised, entertained, and rolling with laughter!
This free event is open to children and their caregivers, with no registration required. We will meet outside the library from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. In case of rain, we’ll meet in the library’s Community Room. For more information, call 715-446-3537.

Mosinee: Book Club: "Here One Moment" by Liane Moriarty
2026-07-20 14:00 - 15:00 | Marathon County Public Library—Mosinee Branch, 123 Main Street, Mosinee, WI, 54455, United States
Join our Mosinee staff and other book lovers for engaging discussions of a variety of books each month! This July, the group will discuss “Here One Moment” by Liane Moriarty.
Aside from a delay, there will be no problems. The flight will be smooth, it will land safely. Everyone who gets on the plane will get off. But almost all of them will be forever changed. Because on this ordinary, short, domestic flight, something extraordinary happens. People learn how and when they are going to die. For some, their death is far in the future—age 103!—and they laugh. But for six passengers, their predicted deaths are not far away at all. How do they know this? There were interesting people on the flight, but none would become as famous as “The Death Lady.” Not a single passenger or crew member will later recall noticing her board the plane. A few months later, one passenger dies exactly as she predicted. Then two more passengers die, again, as she said they would. Soon no one is thinking this is simply an entertaining story at a cocktail party. If you were told you only had a certain amount of time left to live, would you do things differently? Would you try to dodge your destiny?
No registration is required, and new people are always welcome! For more information, please contact us at 715-693-2144.

Edgar: The Magic of Isaiah
2026-07-20 16:00 - 17:00 | Oak Street Park, 204 E Lutz Street, Edgar, WI, 54426, United States
Get ready to be amazed! Children and their caregivers are invited to join us at Oak Street Park for an interactive comedy magic show brought to you by The Magic of Isaiah! Watch in wonder as mind-boggling tricks and illusions are performed right before your eyes, keeping you surprised, entertained, and rolling with laughter!
This free event is open to children and their caregivers, with no registration required. We will meet at the Oak Street Park shelter from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. For more information, call 715-352-3155.

Wausau: Tech Time: Free Help with Technology
2026-07-20 16:00 - 17:00 | Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters, 300 First Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
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.
When 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.

Wausau: Gather Your Party
2026-07-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters, 300 First Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
Are you interested in playing Tabletop Roleplaying Games (TTRPGs), but don’t have your own party? Is your adventuring party looking for a healer? Are you a DM or GM looking for a group to play? You must gather your party before venturing forth!
Meet in the Community Room for this Gather Your Party social hour to discuss TTRPGs, find a group to join, or form your party right on the spot. This free event is open to adults only, with no registration required. For more information, contact 715-261-7230.

Wausau: The Magic of Isaiah
2026-07-21 10:00 - 11:00 | Oak Island Park, 500 River Drive, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
Get ready to be amazed! Children and their caregivers are invited to join us at Oak Island Park for an interactive comedy magic show brought to you by The Magic of Isaiah! Watch in wonder as mind-boggling tricks and illusions are performed right before your eyes, keeping you surprised, entertained, and rolling with laughter!
This free event is open to children and their caregivers, with no registration required. We will meet at Oak Island Park from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m., just look for the MCPL signage. In case of rain, we’ll meet in the Community Room at MCPL Wausau. For more information, call 715-261-7220.

Spencer: Dig into Summer Story Time
2026-07-21 10:30 - 11:00 | Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch, 105 South Park Street, Spencer, WI, 54479, United States
Dig into summer with us on the third Tuesday of each month for summer story times! Children ages 5 and younger, along with their caregivers, are invited to enjoy lively and engaging family story times that are centered around our “Unearth a Story” summer theme. These sessions feature a delightful mix of stories, songs, and activities that foster early literacy, creativity, and a love of reading.
We’ll meet on June 16, July 21, and August 18 from 10:30-11:00 a.m. For more information, contact 715-659-3996.

Hatley: Clay Fossil Necklaces
2026-07-21 10:30 - 11:30 | Marathon County Public Library—Hatley Branch, 435 Curtis Avenue, Hatley, WI, 54440, United States
Children are invited to craft their own fossil necklace! Participants will shape air-dry clay into an oval, then use stencils to create a fossil design. Stencils include shells, plants, and more! Once your design is complete, paint your fossil, thread the necklace cord through it, and add beads to personalize your necklace. Stop in on July 21 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. and materials and instructions will be provided.
This free event is open to children and their caregivers, with no registration required. For more information, contact 715-446-3537.

Edgar: Family Story Time
2026-07-21 11:00 - 11:30 | Marathon County Public Library—Edgar Branch, 224 South 3rd Avenue, Edgar, WI, 54426, United States
Children age 5 and younger, along with their caregivers, are invited to join us this summer for lively and engaging family story times at MCPL Edgar! Each session features a delightful mix of stories, songs, and activities that foster early literacy, creativity, and a love of reading. We’ll meet on the first and third Tuesdays of each month.
This free event is open to young children and their caregivers. For more information, please contact us at 715-352-3155.

Mosinee: Cribbage at the Library
2026-07-21 13:00 - 15:00 | Marathon County Public Library—Mosinee Branch, 123 Main Street, Mosinee, WI, 54455, United States
Adults are welcome to join us for relaxed, self-led cribbage games in our charming, historic second-floor space. Whether you’re a seasoned player or are new to this Midwestern staple, all are welcome!
There will be playing cards and one cribbage board provided, but groups are encouraged to bring their own board. We’ll meet on the following Tuesdays this summer: June 2, 16, 30; July 21; and August 4, and 18. Please note that we will not meet on Tuesday, July 7 due to a Summer Library Program performance. No registration is required. For more information, please contact us at 715-693-2144.

Mosinee: Amber Fossil & Dinosaur Eye Magnets
2026-07-21 13:00 - 18:00 | Marathon County Public Library—Mosinee Branch, 123 Main Street, Mosinee, WI, 54455, United States
Children are invited to create their very own prehistoric magnets at the library! Using clear glass stones, construction paper, cardstock, and paint, participants will design either a fierce dinosaur eye or a fossil trapped in amber, inspired by the preserved mosquito in the film Jurassic Park. Once your design is complete, simply attach a magnet to proudly display these prehistoric masterpieces at home!
This free event is open to children and their caregivers, with no registration. Drop in on July 21 from 1:00-6:00 p.m. and materials and instructions will be provided. For more information, contact 715-693-2144.

Wausau: Teen D&D Summer Adventure
2026-07-21 13:30 - 16:00 | Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters, 300 First Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
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.
This adventure is open to teens ages 13-18 only, with registration required. For more information, contact 715-261-7220.

Athens: Family Story Time
2026-07-22 10:30 - 11:00 | Marathon County Public Library—Athens Branch, 203 Alfred Street, Athens, WI, 54411, United States
Children age 5 and younger, along with their caregivers, are invited to join us for lively and engaging family story times at MCPL Athens! Each session features a delightful mix of stories, songs, and activities that foster early literacy, creativity, and a love of reading.
This free event is open to young children and their caregivers. Starting June 10, we’ll meet every other Wednesday this summer from 10:30 to 11:00 a.m. For more information, please contact us at 715-257-7292.

Stratford: A Mammoth Story Time
2026-07-22 10:30 - 11:30 | Marathon County Public Library—Stratford Branch, 213201 Scholar Street, Stratford, WI, 54484, United States
Children are invited to celebrate mammoths at this special story time this summer! We’ll read themed books, learn interesting facts, and make an adorable mammoth craft to take home. Come learn about these iconic Ice Age giants as part of our Unearth a Story summer theme. We guarantee you’ll have a woolly good time!
This free event is open to children and their caregivers, with no registration required. For more information, contact 715-687-4420.

Rothschild: Book Club: “James” by Percival Everett
2026-07-22 11:00 - 12:00 | Marathon County Public Library—Rothschild Branch, 211 Grand Avenue, Rothschild, 54474, United States
Join library staff and other book lovers for engaging discussions of books each month! This July, the group will discuss “James” by Percival Everett.
When Jim overhears that he is about to be sold to a man in New Orleans, separated from his wife and daughter forever, he runs away until he can formulate a plan. Meanwhile, Huck has faked his own death to escape his violent father. As all readers of American literature know, thus begins the dangerous and transcendent journey by raft down the Mississippi River toward the elusive and unreliable promise of the Free States and beyond. Brimming with nuanced humor and lacerating observations that have made Everett a literary icon, this brilliant and tender novel radically illuminates Jim’s agency, intelligence, and compassion as never before.
No 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 715-359-6208.

Wausau: Creative Writers Collective
2026-07-22 17:30 - 19:00 | Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters, 300 First Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
Do you have writer’s block? Do you need a collaborative space to write? Or are you looking for a new creative outlet to challenge yourself? Adults are welcome to join our writers collective at the library! Whether you’re working on an existing story, writing something new, or want to join us just to write, all levels of writing experience are encouraged. We’ll have writing prompts and writing dice available as warm ups, and you’ll have the opportunity to share your work at the end. Expect a collaborative, relaxed space as well as hot tea!
This event is open to adults, with no registration required. This summer, we’ll meet in the Conference Room on June 24, July 22, and August 26. For more information, call 715-261-7230.

Wausau: Library Card Pool Day
2026-07-23 | Kaiser Pool, 900 East Bridge Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
The Marathon County Public Library and the Wausau & Marathon County Parks Department are once again partnering for a free swim day! Join us at Schulenberg, Kaiser, or Memorial Pools on Thursday, July 23 anytime the pools are open. Present your MCPL library card for free admission—one card covers the whole family!
This free event is open to all ages, with no registration. Just show up to swim with your library card in hand! For more information contact us at 715-261-7220.

Wausau: Family Story Time
2026-07-23 10:00 - 10:30 | Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters, 300 First Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
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.
This 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.

Marathon City: Pirate Story Time
2026-07-23 10:30 - 11:30 | Marathon County Public Library—Marathon City Branch, 515 Washington Street, Marathon City, 54448, United States
Ahoy, Matey! It’s Pirate Week at MCPL Marathon City, and it’s time to set sail for a special family story time as we embark on a pirate adventure! We’ll feature engaging pirate stories, songs, and activities for all to enjoy. Be sure to check out our other Pirate Week activities while you’re here.
This free event is open to children and their caregivers, with no registration required. For more information, contact 715-443-2775.

Wausau: Summer at Mead: Birding Basics
2026-07-23 12:15 - 15:45 | Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters, 300 First Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
Join us this summer for field trips to the Mead Wildlife Area and experience unforgettable outdoor activities for all ages! It’s a bird! It’s a plane! Wait, it’s definitely a bird! Everyone is invited to join us on July 23 for bird watching and identification. We’ll show you how to use binoculars and other birding equipment. Participants will also learn unique features specific to birds.
Meet 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.
Parking: 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.

Wausau: Pompeii Mosaics
2026-07-23 14:30 - 16:30 | Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters, 300 First Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
Create your own ancient-inspired Pompeii mosaic paver this summer! Pompeii was a thriving city that was completely buried under volcanic ash during the catastrophic eruption of Mt. Vesuvius. Hidden beneath that ash for nearly 2,000 years, beautiful mosaics created by skilled artisans to adorn wealthy homes and public buildings were recently discovered. Using clay and glass pieces, unleash your artistry to design your own stunning mosaic to add to your outdoor space.
This free event is open to teens only, with registration required to secure your spot and supplies. Registration opens one month prior on June 23. We’ll meet in the Community Room at 2:30-4:30 p.m. For more information, contact 715-261-7220.

Wausau: Neurographic Art
2026-07-23 17:30 - 18:30 | Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters, 300 First Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
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.
This free event is open to adults and young adults, with no registration. For more information, contact 715-261-7230.

Wausau: Read to a Therapy Dog
2026-07-25 10:00 - 12:00 | Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters, 300 First Street, Wausau, WI, 54403, United States
Children can practice their reading skills this summer by sharing stories with certified therapy dogs! This summer, we’ll be joined by Teddy, a golden retriever, and Rose, a Great Dane. Children can bring their favorite books from home or borrow some from the shelves. Not only can Teddy and Rose bring a smile to your face, but they’re also willing and friendly listeners. Drop in anytime from 10:00 to 12:00 p.m. in the children’s area this summer on June 27, July 25, and August 22.
This free event is open to children along with their caregivers. For more information, contact 715-261-7220.

Spencer: Ready, Set, Game!
2026-07-25 10:00 - 14:00 | Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch, 105 South Park Street, Spencer, WI, 54479, United States
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.
Stop 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.

Rothschild: LEGO® Club
2026-07-25 11:00 - 13:00 | Marathon County Public Library—Rothschild Branch, 211 Grand Avenue, Rothschild, 54474, United States
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?
This event is free and open to children up to age 11. This summer, we’ll meet on the last Saturday of each month on June 27, July 25, and August 29. Stop by anytime from 11:00 to 1:00 p.m. For more information, please contact us at 715-359-6208.
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