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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STEAM Projects for Tweens!

Children Drop-in Create a flextangle and coloring mixing wheel during this Wisconsin Science Festival event!

• Thu., 10/17/19, 5–7pm @ MCPL Wausau

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Library Learning
Internet Basics

Adults Registration Learn how to navigate the Internet! Registration is required. Call 715-261-7230 for more information or to register.

• Thu., 10/17/19, 6–7pm @ MCPL Mosinee
• Wed., 1/8/20, 2–3pm @ MCPL Marathon City

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MCPL DIY
Yarn Weaving Decor

Adults & Teens As the autumn weather turns cooler and the leaves have changed, we are having a cozy DIY night at the Rothschild Library!

• Thu., 10/17/19, 6–7:30pm @ MCPL Rothschild

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A Journey Through Adoption

Adults Join us for a fascinating program as author and father Adam Schnabel talks about the process, and the ups and downs, of adopting his child from Bulgaria.

• Thu., 10/17/19, 6–7pm @ MCPL Spencer

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Tiles of Terror!

Adults Create a spooky masterpiece using tiles and acrylic paint!

• Thu., 10/17/19, 6:30–8pm @ MCPL Wausau

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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!

• Thu., 10/17/19, 7–7:30pm @ MCPL Athens
• Mon., 10/28/19, 6:30–7pm @ 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.

• Fri., 10/18/19, 9:30–10:30am @ MCPL Wausau
• Tue., 10/22/19, 10:30am–12pm @ MCPL Athens
• Tue., 10/22/19, 11am–12pm @ MCPL Rothschild
• Wed., 10/23/19, 10:30–11:30am @ MCPL Mosinee
• Wed., 10/23/19, 10:30–11:30am @ MCPL Spencer
• 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
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Fall Craft Day

Children Drop-in Young ones and their parents or caregivers can take advantage of a no-school day and create some fun fall crafts!

• Fri., 10/18/19, 10am–5pm @ MCPL Marathon City

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Create a Monster!

All-Ages Drop-in Make a monster using wooden craft sticks and other supplies!

• Fri., 10/18/19, 1–4:30pm @ MCPL Hatley

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Saturday Spotlight: Llamas

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

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

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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.

• Sat., 10/19/19, 10:30–11am @ MCPL Wausau
• Tue., 10/22/19, 10–10:30am @ MCPL Athens
• Tue., 10/22/19, 10:30–11am @ MCPL Hatley
• Tue., 10/22/19, 10:30–11am @ MCPL Rothschild
• 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
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STEAM Projects for Kids!

Children Drop-in Create a rainbow paper and build paper structures during this Wisconsin Science Festival event!

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

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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., 10/21/19, 10–10:30am @ MCPL Wausau
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Book Club: "The Death of Mrs. Westaway" by Ruth Ware

Adults Take part in a lively discussion of this novel, about a woman who receives a letter regarding a large inheritance only to realize that something strange is afoot.

• Mon., 10/21/19, 1–2pm @ MCPL Mosinee

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Book Club: "An American Marriage" by Tayari Jones

Adults Drop by the library for a lively discussion of this best-selling novel by Tayari Jones!

• Mon., 10/21/19, 1–2pm @ MCPL Stratford

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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., 10/21/19, 3–8pm @ MCPL Hatley
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As the Page Turns
"A Fall of Marigolds" by Susan Meissner

Adults Turn the pages of a variety of books and discuss them with other literary enthusiasts in the Spencer area!

• Mon., 10/21/19, 6–7pm @ MCPL Spencer

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Women's Night Out
"Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann

Adults Drop-in Take part in a lively discussion of a wide variety of fiction and non-fiction with the Women's Night Out book club, including October's true tale of murder and chilling conspiracies!

• Mon., 10/21/19, 6:30–8pm @ MCPL Wausau

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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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Tales for Tots

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

• Tue., 10/22/19, 10–10:30am @ MCPL Wausau
• Tue., 10/22/19, 10:30–11am @ MCPL Wausau
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Needle Arts

Adults & Teens Drop-in Drop by the library to work on fiber arts projects such as knitting, crocheting and quilting!

• Tue., 10/22/19, 1–4pm @ MCPL Athens
• Tue., 10/22/19, 3–6pm @ MCPL Rothschild
• Thu., 11/7/19, 2–4pm @ MCPL Wausau
• Wed., 11/20/19, 4–6:45pm @ MCPL Marathon City
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Quilting & Beyond

Adults Drop-in Work on your quilting projects with your friends and neighbors!

• Tue., 10/22/19, 1–3pm @ Stratford Community Hall
• Tue., 1/28/20, 1–3pm @ MCPL Stratford
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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., 10/22/19, 1–2pm @ MCPL Edgar
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Passport Event

All-Ages Registration Drop-in Apply for a U.S. passport locally during a special one-day-only application event!

• Tue., 10/22/19, 3–7pm @ MCPL Stratford

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Learn to Quilt!

Children Kids can learn the basics of hand quilting!

• Tue., 10/22/19, 3:30–4:30pm @ MCPL Stratford
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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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Book Club: "My Name Is Lucy Barton" by Elizabeth Strout

Adults Take part in a lively discussion of this book, about a mother and daughter reconnecting with one another in adulthood.

• Wed., 10/23/19, 11am–12pm @ MCPL Rothschild

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Readers of Classic Literature
"Crossing to Safety" by Wallace Stegner

Adults Drop-in Take part in a lively discussion of some of history's greatest works of literature!

• Wed., 10/23/19, 12–1pm @ MCPL Wausau

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Discover the Paranormal

Adults Fall is a time for ghost stories, spooky costumes and macabre movies, but join us at the library to hear tales from someone who investigates real-world paranormal happenings!

• Wed., 10/23/19, 5:30–7pm @ MCPL Edgar

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School Safety in America With Author David Perrodin

Adults & Teens Join us for one of two programs on the important topic of school safety with author (and Marathon County native) David Perrodin as he talks about the issue and his new book on school safety!

• Wed., 10/23/19, 5:30–7pm @ MCPL Marathon City
• Mon., 10/28/19, 5:30–7pm @ MCPL Wausau

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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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GrapeVine Session: Self-Care

Adults Registration Learn tips for self-care from a registered nurse!

• Thu., 10/24/19, 2–3pm @ MCPL Rothschild

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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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Book Club: "Frankenstein" by Mary Shelley

Adults Stop by the library and take part in a lively discussion of this classic novel!

• Thu., 10/24/19, 6:30–8pm @ MCPL Athens

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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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MCPL Live!
Cooking With Inga Witscher

Adults Join us for another demonstration of creating delicious food with public television's Inga Witscher!

• Sat., 10/26/19, 10am–12pm @ 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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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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What Do You Believe?

Adults & Teens Drop-in Stop by the library for a social event about palm reading, tarot cards, dream interpretation and more, and ask yourself (or others), What do you think and do you believe it?

• Mon., 10/28/19, 3:30–4:30pm @ MCPL Mosinee

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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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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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"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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MCPL DIY
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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MCPL Movie Night
"Rocketman"

Adults Join us for a free screening of the biopic about the life of legendary musician Elton John, and BYOP (bring your own popcorn)!

• Mon., 11/4/19, 6–8pm @ MCPL Wausau

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TAG - Teen Advisory Group

Teens Drop-in Teens are welcome to meet others, volunteer and help plan library programs through our Teen Advisory Group (TAG). Meetings monthly

• Mon., 11/4/19, 6:30–7:30pm @ MCPL Wausau
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Catch Yourself Before You Fall

Adults Stop by the library to learn from an EMT about ways to keep yourself safe at home by avoiding falls, and how EMT's help people who have fallen.

• Tue., 11/5/19, 9–10am @ MCPL Spencer

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Easy Knit Hat

Adults & Teens Drop-in Ever wanted to learn how to knit a hat? Now is your chance! Stop by our weekly Needle Arts gathering for extra-special instructions on knitting a hat.

• Tue., 11/5/19, 1–4pm @ MCPL Athens
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Cribbage at the Library

Adults Drop-in If you're a fan of the card game cribbage, stop by the library to play some games with others. If you've never played before, here's a chance to learn!

• Tue., 11/5/19, 1–3pm @ MCPL Spencer
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Teen Karaoke Night

Teens Karaoke in the library? Why not!?! Teens are welcome to join us and belt out some tunes, from new favorites to older standards and even cheesy tracks in between!

• Tue., 11/5/19, 6:30–8pm @ MCPL Wausau

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Podcast Discussion Group

Adults Patrons are invited to the library to listen to, and discuss, a popular National Public Radio podcast!

• Wed., 11/6/19, 4–5pm @ MCPL Marathon City
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Nonfiction @ Night
"The Wright Brothers" by David McCullough

Adults Discuss our monthly book club pick about the legendary brothers who invented modern flight!

• Wed., 11/6/19, 6–7pm @ MCPL Stratford

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MCPL DIY
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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The First Amendment, Government Authority & Nuclear Weapons

Adults & Teens Join us for a fascinating discussion on freedom of the press and how it relates to government authority, with two journalists from The Progressive magazine!

• Mon., 11/11/19, 4–5pm @ MCPL Mosinee

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Book Club: "The Good Earth" by Pearl S. Buck

Adults Attend a lively discussion at the library book club's pick for the month of November!

• Mon., 11/11/19, 5:45–6:45pm @ 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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Book Club: "Major Pettigrew's Last Stand" by Helen Simonson

Adults Join the library Book Club in November to discuss this book by Helen Simonson!

• Tue., 11/12/19, 2–3pm @ MCPL Hatley

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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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Flavored Vinegar & Oil

Adults Learn how to make flavored vinegars and oils at home!

• Tue., 11/12/19, 6–7pm @ MCPL Stratford

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Genealogy Hunters

Adults Are you interested in researching family history, but could use some pointers? Interested in some socializing with your research? Join us for a new monthly genealogy program in Stratford!

• Wed., 11/13/19, 1–2:30pm @ MCPL Stratford
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Library Learning
Search & Discover MCPL Databases!

Adults Registration Join us to learn more about all of the incredible databases the Marathon County Public Library has to offer - all available for free with a library card!

• Wed., 11/13/19, 1:30–2:30pm @ 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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Book Club: "My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She's Sorry" by Fredrik Backman

Adults Stop by the library for a lively discussion of this novel!

• Thu., 11/14/19, 11:30am–12:30pm @ MCPL Edgar

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Iris Paper Holiday Cards

Adults Registration Adults are welcome to join us for a free craft program and learn a unique folding technique for holiday cards!

• Thu., 11/14/19, 6:30–7:30pm @ MCPL Spencer

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Book Club: "The Children" by Ann Leary

Adults Stop by the library and to discuss this contemporary fiction novel!

• Thu., 11/14/19, 6:30–8pm @ MCPL Athens

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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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Book Club: "The Great Alone" by Kristin Hannah

Adults Take part in a lively discussion of this novel, about a teen girl and her family, who move to Alaska after her father returns from the Vietnam War.

• Mon., 11/18/19, 1–2pm @ MCPL Mosinee

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Book Club: "A Gentleman in Moscow" by Amor Towles

Adults Join us for a lively discussion of this best-selling book, about a man who is ordered to spend the rest of his life inside a luxury hotel in 1920s Russia.

• Mon., 11/18/19, 1–2pm @ MCPL Stratford

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Adult Night at the Library: Jar Art

Adults Paint glass jars so they resemble fall creatures during this craft night!

• Mon., 11/18/19, 6–7pm @ MCPL Edgar

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As the Page Turns
"Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine" by Gail Honeyman

Adults Discuss this title during one of the monthly book club meetings at the library!

• Mon., 11/18/19, 6–7pm @ MCPL Spencer
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Women's Night Out
"The Great Alone" by Kristin Hannah

Adults Drop-in Take part in a lively discussion of a variety of fiction and non-fiction books with the Women's Night Out book club, including Hannah's tale of one family's epic Alaskan adventure!

• Mon., 11/18/19, 6:30–8pm @ MCPL Wausau

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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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Book Club: "Beartown" by Fredrik Backman

Adults Join us for the monthly book club at the library in November when we discuss Backman's 2017 novel!

• Wed., 11/20/19, 11am–12pm @ MCPL Rothschild

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Warrior Wednesday

Children If you LOVE the "Warriors" series by Erin Hunter, join us for a fun night of Warriors activities!

• Wed., 11/20/19, 5:30–7pm @ MCPL Wausau
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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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Make a Gratitude Jar!

Adults Registration Decorate your own gratitude jar!

• Mon., 11/25/19, 3–4pm @ MCPL Mosinee

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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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Readers of Classic Literature
"The Caine Mutiny" by Herman Wouk

Adults Drop-in Take part in a lively discussion of some of history's greatest books with the Readers of Classic Literature book club, including Herman Wouk's novel about life on a Navy warship.

• Wed., 11/27/19, 12–1pm @ MCPL Wausau

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MCPL DIY
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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Glass Jar Candle Holders

Adults Registration Make a painted glass jar candle holder!

• Mon., 12/2/19, 1–2pm @ MCPL Mosinee

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MCPL DIY
So Simple Mittens

Adults & Teens Stop by the library during our weekly Needle Arts group and learn how to create your very own knitted or crocheted mittens.

• Tue., 12/3/19, 1–4pm @ MCPL Athens
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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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MCPL Movie Night
"Spider-Man: Far From Home"

Adults & Teens Come see the latest blockbuster film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe during this free screening!

• Tue., 12/3/19, 6–8:15pm @ MCPL Wausau

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Nonfiction @ Night
"Quiet: The Power of Introverts" by Susan Cain

Adults Discuss our monthly book club pick about introverts and the advantages they can have in society.

• Wed., 12/4/19, 6–7pm @ MCPL Stratford

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What's Your Plan for 2020?

Adults & Teens Drop-in Make a personalized journal or planner for the coming year!

• 12/5–12/12/19 @ MCPL Athens

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MCPL DIY
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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Book Club: "Hello, Universe" by Erin Entrada Kelly

Adults Attend a lively discussion at the library book club's pick for the month of December!

• Mon., 12/9/19, 5:45–6:45pm @ 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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Book Club: "The 13th Gift" by Joanne Huist Smith

Adults Join the library Book Club in December to discuss this book by Helen Simonson!

• Tue., 12/10/19, 2–3pm @ MCPL Hatley

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Wooden Winter Coasters

Adults Registration Decorate wooden coasters with winter designs!

• Tue., 12/10/19, 4–4:45pm @ MCPL Mosinee

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MCPL DIY
Photo Coasters

Adults & Teens Drop-in Make a tile coaster with a personal picture on it!

• Wed., 12/11/19, 4–6:45pm @ MCPL Marathon City

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Book Club: "Christmas Caramel Murder" by Joanne Fluke

Adults Stop by the library for a lively discussion of this fun holiday murder mystery!

• Thu., 12/12/19, 11:30am–12:30pm @ MCPL Edgar

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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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Ribbons, Boxes & Bows: Waste Reduction & Recycling During the Holidays

Adults & Teens Recycling and reducing waste can be confusing, especially during the holidays. Hear tips to reduce waste over the holidays and also how to correctly recycle what's left when gifts are unwrapped!

• Thu., 12/12/19, 6–7pm @ MCPL Wausau

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Book Club: "The Four Agreements" by Don Miguel Ruiz

Adults Stop by the library and take part in a lively discussion of this classic novel!

• Thu., 12/12/19, 6:30–8pm @ MCPL Athens

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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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Book Club: "The Deal of a Lifetime" by Fredrik Backman

Adults Take part in a lively discussion of this novel, about a man who must reevaluate himself as his son sees him, before he makes a deal to help others.

• Mon., 12/16/19, 1–2pm @ MCPL Mosinee

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Book Club: "The Mistletoe Promise" by Richard Paul Evans

Adults Drop by the library for a lively discussion of this book, about two people who pretend to be a couple at Christmastime.

• Mon., 12/16/19, 1–2pm @ MCPL Stratford

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Adult Night at the Library: Essential Oil Diffuser Necklaces

Adults Make an oil diffuser necklace during this craft night for adults!

• Mon., 12/16/19, 6–7pm @ MCPL Edgar

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As the Page Turns
"'Tis the Season" by Lorna Landvik

Adults Discuss this title during one of the monthly book club meetings at the library!

• Mon., 12/16/19, 6–7pm @ MCPL Spencer
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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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Legends & Folklore of Winter With Chad Lewis

Adults & Teens Join us for a night with author and researcher Chad Lewis and hear strange tales that arise from the depths of the cold, dark winter months!

• Tue., 12/17/19, 6–7:30pm @ MCPL Wausau

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Readers of Classic Literature
The Short Stories of Ring Lardner

Adults Take part in a friendly discussion of some of history's greatest written works, including this collection of short stories!

• Wed., 12/18/19, 12–1pm @ MCPL Wausau

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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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Library Learning
Intro to Libby & Downloading E-books!

Adults Registration Learn how to access thousands of e-books and audiobooks available to download for free with your library card!

• Mon., 1/6/20, 1–2pm @ MCPL Mosinee
• Wed., 1/15/20, 10:30–11:30am @ MCPL Rothschild

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What's New in Spencer?

Adults Find out the latest on what's happening in Spencer with Spencer Police Chief Shawn Bauer and Village Administrator Paul Hensch!

• Tue., 1/7/20, 9–10am @ MCPL Spencer

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Book Club: "The Girl Who Smiled Beads" by Clemantine Wamariya

Adults Stop by the library and to discuss this autobiographical nonfiction tale!

• Thu., 1/9/20, 6–7pm @ MCPL Athens

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Book Club: "What Alice Forgot" by Liane Moriarty

Adults Join us for a lively discussion of this book, about a woman who forgets the last decade of her life after suffering an accident.

• Mon., 1/13/20, 1–2pm @ MCPL Stratford

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Book Club: "Born a Crime" by Trevor Noah

Adults Attend a lively discussion at the library book club's pick for the month of January!

• Mon., 1/13/20, 5:45–6:45pm @ MCPL Marathon City

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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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Book Club: "The Woman in the Window" by A.J. Finn

Adults Join the library Book Club in January to discuss this book by A.J. Finn!

• Tue., 1/14/20, 2–3pm @ MCPL Hatley

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Needle Felting Workshop

Adults Drop-in Adults can drop by the library to learn the basics of needle felting!

• 1/21–1/24/20 @ MCPL Athens

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Book Club: "The Immortalists" by Chloe Benjamin

Adults Join us to discuss this riveting, mystical novel by Chloe Benjamin!

• Wed., 1/22/20, 11am–12pm @ MCPL Rothschild

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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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Book Club: "Old World Murder" by Kathleen Ernst

Adults Take part in a lively discussion of this novel, about museum curator who investigates the mysterious death of one of her customers.

• Mon., 1/27/20, 1–2pm @ MCPL Mosinee

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Pine Cone Fire Starters

Adults Learn how to use pine cones as a natural fire starter!

• Mon., 1/27/20, 5–7pm @ MCPL Athens

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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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Mission STEAM

Teens Drop-in Work with Magna-Tiles and work on 3-D building projects during this week of STEAM activities!

• 2/10–2/14/20 @ MCPL Marathon City
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Book Club: "A Thousand Acres" by Jane Smiley

Adults Attend a lively discussion at the library book club's pick for the month of February!

• Mon., 2/10/20, 5:45–6:45pm @ MCPL Marathon City

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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, 6–7pm @ MCPL Spencer

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MCPL Documentary Night
"Marianne & Leonard: Words of Love"

Adults Join us for a screening of a documentary filled with love, longing, a friendship that spanned fifty years and a beloved singer-songwriter!

• Mon., 2/10/20, 6:30–8pm @ MCPL Wausau

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Book Club: "Before We Were Yours" by Lisa Wingate

Adults Join the library Book Club in February to discuss this book by Lisa Wingate!

• Tue., 2/11/20, 2–3pm @ MCPL Hatley

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Library Learning
Intro to Microsoft Excel

Adults Registration Learn how to use Microsoft Excel during this free class for beginners!

• Thu., 2/13/20, 1:30–3pm @ MCPL Wausau
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Book Club: "Professor Chandra Follows His Bliss" by Rajeev Balasubramanyam

Adults Stop by the library and to discuss this contemporary fiction novel!

• Thu., 2/13/20, 6–7pm @ MCPL Athens

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Book Club: "An American Marriage" by Tayari Jones

Adults Take part in a lively discussion of this novel, about a newlywed couple who must cope when the husband is sent to prison for a crime he swears he didn't commit.

• Mon., 2/17/20, 1–2pm @ MCPL Mosinee

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Book Club: "The Witch Elm" by Tana French

Adults Join us for a lively discussion of this gripping novel, about a man who unearths a family mystery while caring for his dying uncle.

• Mon., 2/17/20, 1–2pm @ MCPL Stratford

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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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What's It Worth? Antiques Appraisal

Adults Registration Antiques expert Mark Moran is coming back to the library for his seventh appraisal program! Sign up to learn the value of your antique or collectable item!

• Sat., 2/22/20, 1:30–4pm @ MCPL Wausau

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Book Club: "How to Stop Time" by Matt Haig

Adults Join us to discuss this riveting novel by Matt Haig!

• Wed., 2/26/20, 11am–12pm @ MCPL Rothschild

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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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Protect Yourself From Scammers

Adults Learn how to protect yourself from scams and fraud from reps from AARP's Fraud Watch Network!

• Tue., 3/3/20, 9–10am @ MCPL Spencer

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Book Club: "Too Much Happiness" by Alice Munro

Adults Attend a lively discussion at the library book club's pick for the month of March!

• Mon., 3/9/20, 5:45–6:45pm @ MCPL Marathon City

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Book Club: "The Sleepwalker" by Chris Bohjalian

Adults Join the library Book Club in March to discuss this book by Chris Bohjalian!

• Tue., 3/10/20, 2–3pm @ MCPL Hatley

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Book Club: "Searching for Sylvie Lee" by Jean Kwok

Adults Stop by the library and to discuss this contemporary fiction novel!

• Thu., 3/12/20, 6–7pm @ MCPL Athens

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Book Club: "The Last Time I Lied" by Riley Sager

Adults Take part in a lively discussion of this novel, about a woman who returns to the summer camp where all of her bunk mates disappeared years before.

• Mon., 3/16/20, 1–2pm @ MCPL Mosinee

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Book Club: "Becoming" by Michelle Obama

Adults Join us for a lively discussion of this best-selling memoir by former first lady Michelle Obama!

• Mon., 3/16/20, 1–2pm @ MCPL Stratford

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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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Book Club: "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng

Adults Join us to discuss this best-selling novel by Celeste Ng!

• Wed., 3/25/20, 11am–12pm @ MCPL Rothschild

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Book Club: "The Starless Sea" by Erin Morgenstern

Adults Stop by the library and to discuss the latest novel by best-selling author Erin Morgenstern!

• Thu., 4/9/20, 6–7pm @ MCPL Athens

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Book Club: "The Buried Giant" by Kazuo Ishiguro

Adults Attend a lively discussion at the library book club's pick for the month of April!

• Mon., 4/13/20, 5:45–6:45pm @ MCPL Marathon City

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Book Club: "The Greatest Generation" by Tom Brokaw

Adults Join the library Book Club in April to discuss this book by Tom Brokaw!

• Tue., 4/14/20, 2–3pm @ MCPL Hatley

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Book Club: "Before We Were Yours" by Lisa Wingate

Adults Take part in a lively discussion of this novel, about one of America's most notorious real-life scandals!

• Mon., 4/20/20, 1–2pm @ MCPL Mosinee

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Book Club: "The Boy in the Striped Pajamas" by John Boyne

Children Join us for a lively discussion of this best-selling book, about the son of a Nazi officer who befriends a boy living in a concentration camp.

• Mon., 4/20/20, 1–2pm @ MCPL Stratford

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Milk Jug Bird Feeders

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

• Wed., 4/22/20, 10am–6pm @ MCPL Hatley

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Book Club: "Unsheltered" by Barbara Kingsolver

Adults Join us to discuss this historical fiction novel by Barbara Kingsolver!

• Wed., 4/22/20, 11am–12pm @ MCPL Rothschild

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Book Club: "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas

Adults Join the library Book Club in May to discuss this book by Angie Thomas!

• Tue., 5/12/20, 2–3pm @ MCPL Hatley

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Book Club: "Where the Crawdads Sing" by Delia Owens

Adults Stop by the library and to discuss this best-selling mystery novel!

• Thu., 5/14/20, 6–7pm @ MCPL Athens

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Book Club: "The President Is Missing" by James Patterson

Adults Take part in a lively discussion of this novel, about what happens after the president of the United States vanishes without a trace.

• Mon., 5/18/20, 1–2pm @ MCPL Mosinee

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Book Club: "The Last Days of Night" by Graham Moore

Adults Join us for a lively discussion of this novel, about a heated legal case involving Thomas Edison and one of his rivals.

• Mon., 5/18/20, 1–2pm @ MCPL Stratford

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Book Club: "Since We Fell" by Dennis Lehane

Adults Join us to discuss this suspense novel by Dennis Lehane!

• Wed., 5/27/20, 11am–12pm @ MCPL Rothschild

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