Children's Events

Star Wars Reads Month

Children Drop-in Visit the library throughout October for various Star Wars-themed crafts and activities!

• 10/1–10/31/19 @ MCPL Edgar

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Popsicle Puppets

Children Drop-in Make your own puppets, action figures or fashion dolls during this drop-in event!

• 10/22–10/25/19 @ MCPL Athens

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Family Story Time

Children Bring your entire family to story time! Children of all ages and parents/guardians are welcome to this 30-minute program. Enjoy learning with all of your children through stories, songs and other literature-based activities.

• Wed., 10/23/19, 10–10:30am @ MCPL Mosinee
• Wed., 10/23/19, 10–10:30am @ MCPL Spencer
• Wed., 10/23/19, 10:15–10:45am @ MCPL Stratford
• Thu., 10/24/19, 9:30–10am @ MCPL Edgar
• Thu., 10/24/19, 10:30–11am @ MCPL Marathon City
• Sat., 10/26/19, 10:30–11am @ MCPL Wausau
• Tue., 11/5/19, 10–10:30am @ MCPL Athens
• Tue., 11/5/19, 10:30–11am @ MCPL Hatley
• Tue., 11/5/19, 10:30–11am @ MCPL Rothschild
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Preschool Story Time

Children This 30-minute program will help prepare your preschooler for kindergarten with stories, songs, rhymes and other early literacy activities.

• Wed., 10/23/19, 10–10:30am @ MCPL Wausau
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Play & Learn

Children Children of all ages are invited to use their imagination and creativity! These fun, 60-90 minute programs feature a different story each week, followed by songs and supplemental activities. Offered in partnership with the Family Resource Center.

• Wed., 10/23/19, 10:30–11:30am @ MCPL Mosinee
• Wed., 10/23/19, 10:45am–12pm @ MCPL Stratford
• Thu., 10/24/19, 10–11:30am @ MCPL Hatley
• Thu., 10/24/19, 10–11:30am @ MCPL Edgar
• Fri., 10/25/19, 9:30–10:30am @ MCPL Wausau
• Tue., 10/29/19, 10:30am–12pm @ MCPL Athens
• Tue., 10/29/19, 11am–12pm @ MCPL Rothschild
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Children's Matinee: "Toy Story 4"

Children Visit the library for free screenings of the 2019 film "Toy Story 4!"

• Thu., 10/24/19, 11am–1pm @ MCPL Wausau
• Thu., 10/24/19, 2–4pm @ MCPL Wausau

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Mischief Managed at the Library

Children Join us in Spencer for a night of Harry Potter magic!

• Thu., 10/24/19, 6–7pm @ MCPL Spencer

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Escape Room Family Adventure

Children Registration Test your problem-solving and teamwork skills as a family as you try to get out of our escape room!

• Fri., 10/25/19, 11am–4pm @ MCPL Rothschild

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Fall Refrigerator Magnets

All-Ages Make decorative glass magnets in autumn designs!

• Fri., 10/25/19, 1–3pm @ MCPL Hatley

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Create Shadow Drawings!

Children Kids are welcome to join us for a super fun activity that includes both hands-on craft creation and drawing!

• Fri., 10/25/19, 2–4:30pm @ MCPL Wausau

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Family Game Day

All-Ages Drop-in Bring your family to the library for a fun day of gaming! Board and card games for all ages will be available.

• Sat., 10/26/19, 11:30am–1:30pm @ MCPL Rothschild
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Make Your Own Papel Picado

Kids & Teens Drop-in Join us for a celebration of Mexican culture by making papel picados, a traditional Mexican craft!

• 10/28–11/1/19 @ MCPL Mosinee

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Yarn Monster Kid's Craft

Children Drop-in Kids can make their very own monster (or something less spooky) during this week-long craft event!

• 10/28–11/1/19 @ MCPL Rothschild

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Book Babies

Children Join us for 20 minutes of "lap sit" story time for children birth to 23 months! Listen and interact with your baby through books, songs, rhymes and other activities.

• Mon., 10/28/19, 10–10:30am @ MCPL Wausau
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LEGO® Block Party

Children Drop-in Children of all ages and their families are invited to build creative projects using LEGO blocks! All blocks will be provided.

• Mon., 10/28/19, 3–6pm @ MCPL Hatley
• Tue., 11/5/19, 9am–5pm @ MCPL Mosinee
• Sat., 11/9/19, 11:30am–1:30pm @ MCPL Rothschild
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Family Pajama Story Time

Children Join us for a special story time filled with relaxing stories, music and movement - pajamas, blankets and stuffed animals encouraged!

• Mon., 10/28/19, 6:30–7pm @ MCPL Wausau
• Thu., 11/21/19, 7–7:30pm @ MCPL Athens
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Monster Mash Story Time

Children Join us for a fun and silly Halloween-themed story time, featuring music, crafts and more!

• Tue., 10/29/19, 10–11am @ MCPL Athens
• Tue., 10/29/19, 10:30–11:30am @ MCPL Hatley
• Thu., 10/31/19, 10:30–11:30am @ MCPL Marathon City

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Tales for Tots

Children Enjoy books, songs and fingerplays with your toddler at this fun and lively story time!

• Tue., 10/29/19, 10–10:30am @ MCPL Wausau
• Tue., 10/29/19, 10:30–11am @ MCPL Wausau
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Pete the Cat Story Time

Children Kids and families can attend this Pete the Cat-themed story time at the library!

• Tue., 10/29/19, 10:30–11:30am @ MCPL Rothschild
• Tue., 1/21/20, 10:30–11:30am @ MCPL Hatley

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Home School Huddle

Children Families of homeschooled children can hear stories, read, and participate in various activities related to the areas of science, technology, engineering, arts, and math.

• Tue., 10/29/19, 1–2pm @ MCPL Edgar
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"Coco" Party

Children Create a variety of crafts inspired by the Disney/Pixar film "Coco"!

• Tue., 10/29/19, 3:30–4:30pm @ MCPL Mosinee

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Spooky Slime Lab

Kids & Teens Registration Ever wanted to create your very own slime? Now is your chance to try, and to make it spooky, too! If slime's not your jam, try some other creepy creations!

• Tue., 10/29/19, 3:30–5pm @ MCPL Stratford

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MCPL Documentary Night
"Scary Stories"

All-Ages Remember those books, "Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark"? Join us for a documentary about the series, how they influenced a generation and became one of the most-banned titles in the United States.

• Tue., 10/29/19, 6:30–8pm @ MCPL Wausau

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Outside the Lines: A Family Coloring Party

Children Drop-in Bring the whole family to work on coloring projects for both children and adults!

• Sat., 11/2/19, 10am–2pm @ MCPL Hatley
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Recycled Craft Week: Make a Papier Mâché Bowl!

All-Ages Drop-in Stop in the library and show your creativity by designing your very own papier mâché bowl. Your imagination is the only limit!

• 11/4–11/7/19 @ MCPL Athens

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Leaf Art

All-Ages Drop-in Why wait for fall to see colorful leaves? Stop by the library to create your own piece of leaf art to enjoy year-round!

• Mon., 11/4/19, 3–6:45pm @ MCPL Marathon City

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Coasters!

All-Ages Drop-in Create marker-dyed or decoupage-style coasters!

• Thu., 11/7/19, 3–6:30pm @ MCPL Hatley

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Pokemon Club

Children Join fellow Pokemon fans for a monthly gathering of all things Pokemon, including new activities each month and the opportunity to play the Pokemon trading card game!

• Thu., 11/7/19, 4–4:45pm @ MCPL Wausau
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Friends of MCPL Book Sale

All-Ages Drop-in Browse through thousands of gently used books, CDs, DVDs, puzzles and much more! You're sure to find something at a great price and all proceeds benefit the library!

• 11/7–11/10/19 @ MCPL Wausau

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International Games Week

All-Ages Drop-in Drop into the library to play a variety of board games!

• 11/11–11/15/19 @ MCPL Mosinee
• 11/11–11/16/19 @ MCPL Marathon City

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Family Adventure Night: Paw Patrol

Children Hear stories and make fun crafts related to the Nick Jr. show "Paw Patrol" during our monthly Family Adventure Night!

• Mon., 11/11/19, 6–7pm @ MCPL Edgar

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Pine Cone & Felt Owl Craft

Children Drop-in Make a cute owl out of a pine cone and felt!

• 11/12–11/15/19 @ MCPL Athens

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Harvest Story Time

Children Celebrate the fall harvest with this story time!

• Tue., 11/12/19, 10:30–11am @ MCPL Hatley
• Thu., 11/21/19, 10:30–11:30am @ MCPL Marathon City

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Button Craft Day

All-Ages Make art with buttons of various colors and sizes during this free craft event!

• Tue., 11/12/19, 3:30–4:30pm @ MCPL Mosinee

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Get Your Glow on Story Time

Children Help us light up the library with this glow-in-the-dark story time!

• Tue., 11/12/19, 6–6:30pm @ MCPL Wausau

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Building Challenges

Children Drop-in Participate in monthly building challenges during this drop-in event!

• Wed., 11/13/19, 3:30–6:30pm @ MCPL Wausau
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Saturday Spotlight: Pirates

Children Drop-in Learn about pirates through crafts, games and books!

• Sat., 11/16/19, 10am–2pm @ MCPL Rothschild

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Button Pumpkin Mosaics

Children Celebrate fall and National Button Day at the same time by creating a mosaic!

• Sat., 11/16/19, 11am–1pm @ MCPL Wausau

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"Frozen" Sing-Along

Children Watch (and sing along to) "Frozen" during fun, family sing-along event!

• Sun., 11/17/19, 1–4pm @ MCPL Wausau

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National Game & Puzzle Week

All-Ages Drop-in Stop in to the library to play a variety of games and put together puzzles!

• 11/18–11/23/19 @ MCPL Hatley

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Hobbies & Crafts Night

All-Ages Drop-in Hobby and craft enthusiasts are welcome to join us every month for a night of creating and socializing!

• Mon., 11/18/19, 3–8pm @ MCPL Hatley
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Story Time Yoga

Children Kids and their caregivers can do yoga during this special story time!

• Wed., 11/20/19, 10–10:30am @ MCPL Mosinee

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Needle Arts

All-Ages Drop-in Knitters and crocheters are invited to gather for a night of crafts and socializing! Participants are asked to bring their own supplies.

• Wed., 11/20/19, 4–6:45pm @ MCPL Marathon City

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Create a Pinecone Turkey!

All-Ages Drop-in Adorn your home with a festive turkey made from pine cones!

• 11/25–11/27/19 @ MCPL Hatley

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Pumpkin Pie Craft

Children Make a pumpkin pie using a variety of craft supplies!

• Tue., 11/26/19, 10:30–11:30am @ MCPL Athens

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Learn to Quilt!

Children Kids can learn the basics of hand quilting!

• Tue., 11/26/19, 3:30–4:30pm @ MCPL Stratford

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Winter Bird Feeders

All-Ages Join us at the Rothschild Library for a fun way to make a special treat for our feathered friends that stay with us during the winter!

• Sat., 11/30/19, 11am–12pm @ MCPL Rothschild

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The Magical World of Narnia

Children Drop-in Make Narnia-themed crafts, play games and more!

• Tue., 12/3/19, 3–7pm @ MCPL Stratford

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Winter Hat Craft

Children Decorate a paper winter hat with crayons and watercolor paints!

• Tue., 12/3/19, 3:30–4:30pm @ MCPL Mosinee

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Magazine Trees

All-Ages Looking for another way to use old magazines? Stop in to the library to create your own unique tree using recycled magazines and various crafting supplies.

• Thu., 12/5/19, 3–6pm @ MCPL Hatley

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Watercolor Tile Art

Children Drop-in Kids and tweens can create unique watercolor tile art!

• Fri., 12/6/19, 10am–5pm @ MCPL Marathon City

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Family Adventure Night: Wild Kratts

Children Hear stories and make fun crafts related to the PBS Kids show "Wild Kratts" during our monthly Family Adventure Night!

• Mon., 12/9/19, 6–7pm @ MCPL Edgar

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Spencer High School Handbell Choir Holiday Concert

All-Ages Join us as the Spencer High School Handbell Choir performs songs for the holiday season! Free and open to the public.

• Tue., 12/10/19, 9–10am @ MCPL Spencer

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Jingle the Night Away

Children Kids can make holiday crafts!

• Thu., 12/12/19, 6–7pm @ MCPL Spencer

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Bright & Colorful - Winter Landscapes

Children Kids can create a colorful collage resembling a snowy winter forest!

• Sat., 12/14/19, 11am–1pm @ MCPL Wausau

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Create Your Own Holiday Cards

All-Ages Drop-in Patrons of all ages can make their own handmade holiday cards using a variety supplies!

• 12/16–12/20/19 @ MCPL Mosinee
• 12/16–12/20/19 @ MCPL Athens
• 12/16–12/23/19 @ MCPL Hatley

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It's SNOW-time!

Children Hear stories about winter and snowmen, sing songs, and make crafts!

• Tue., 12/17/19, 10:30–11am @ MCPL Hatley

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Glittery Icicle Craft

Children Make a sparkly icicle using recycled plastic and other supplies!

• Tue., 12/17/19, 10:30–11:30am @ MCPL Athens

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Kids' Needle Arts Night: Dry Felting

Kids & Teens Registration Drop-in Kids, tweens and teens can learn how to do dry felting and make their own project!

• Wed., 12/18/19, 4–6:45pm @ MCPL Marathon City

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Saturday Spotlight: Penguins

Children Drop-in Learn about penguins through crafts, games and books!

• Sat., 12/21/19, 10am–2pm @ MCPL Rothschild

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Stuffed Animal Sleepover

Children Bring your best stuffed friend to the library for a sleepover! Drop off and story time starts at 6:30pm, with pick-up the following day!

• Thu., 12/26/19, 6:30–7:30pm @ MCPL Rothschild

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Cut Out Snowflake Day

Children Make cut out paper snowflakes!

• Fri., 12/27/19, 1–5pm @ MCPL Hatley

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Card Playing Day

All-Ages Drop-in Play a variety of card games and learn new ones!

• Sat., 12/28/19, 10am–2pm @ MCPL Hatley

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Winter-Themed Escape Rooms

Children Registration Try to escape one of our winter-themed escape rooms!

• 12/30–12/31/19 @ MCPL Hatley

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Hibernate, Migrate, Activate: How Animals Survive Winter

Children Learn hands-on about animals and their winter habits!

• Mon., 12/30/19, 11am–12pm @ MCPL Wausau
• Mon., 12/30/19, 2–3pm @ MCPL Wausau

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Recycled Paper Decor

All-Ages Drop-in Make folded paper creations during this event for all ages!

• 12/30–12/31/19 @ MCPL Marathon City

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New Year's Eve Story Time

Children Get ready for 2020 with this end-of-the-year story time!

• Tue., 12/31/19, 11am–12pm @ MCPL Rothschild

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Community Weaving Collaboration

All-Ages Drop-in Add to our community weaving project throughout the winter months!

• 1/2–3/19/20 @ MCPL Athens

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Winter Board Game Week

All-Ages Drop-in Play a variety of classic and new board games all week long!

• 1/6–1/10/20 @ MCPL Athens

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Book Bowl ... the Prequel!

Children Wausau School District students can prepare for the 2020 Book Bowl with fun games centered around this year's selections!

• Mon., 1/13/20, 6–7pm @ MCPL Wausau

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Saturday Spotlight: Blizzards

Children Drop-in Learn about blizzards through crafts, games and books!

• Sat., 1/18/20, 10am–2pm @ MCPL Rothschild

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Mission STEAM

Children Drop-in Experiment with 3-D pens during this week of STEAM!

• 1/21–1/25/20 @ MCPL Rothschild
• 2/10–2/14/20 @ MCPL Marathon City
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Winter Fest Stories & Crafts!

Children Hear winter-themed stories and make a variety of crafts during this event, part of Wausau Events' Winter Fest!

• Sat., 1/25/20, 10:30am–3pm @ MCPL Wausau

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Library Selfie Week

All-Ages Drop-in Take a library selfie and tag the library on social media!

• 1/27–1/31/20 @ MCPL Mosinee

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Winter & Spring Card Making

All-Ages Drop-in All ages can make handmade cards for upcoming holidays and events!

• 2/3–2/8/20 @ MCPL Hatley
• 2/3–2/7/20 @ MCPL Mosinee

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Folk Heart Art

All-Ages Drop-in All ages can paint a wooden heart inspired by folk art designs!

• 2/10–2/14/20 @ MCPL Athens

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Honor Flight Mail Call

All-Ages Make cards and letter to be given to local veterans returning on the next Honor Flight!

• Mon., 2/10/20, 5:30–6:30pm @ MCPL Spencer

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Kids Needle Arts Night: Finger Knitting

Kids & Teens Kids, tweens and teens are invited to learn the basics of finger knitting and make their own knitted accessories!

• Wed., 2/19/20, 3–5pm @ MCPL Marathon City

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Dr. Seuss Craft Week!

Children Drop-in Make Dr. Seuss-themed crafts all week long!

• 3/2–3/6/20 @ MCPL Hatley

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Create With a Rainbow Loom®!

Kids & Teens Drop-in Make your own bracelets and other creations using a Rainbow Loom®!

• Fri., 3/20/20, 2–4pm @ MCPL Hatley

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Milk Jug Bird Feeders

Children Drop-in Make a bird feeder out of recycled milk jugs!

• Wed., 4/22/20, 1–7pm @ MCPL Hatley

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