Events
Steampunk Necklaces for Young Adolescents!
Mon., 10/2/17, 1pm - Tue., 10/31/17, 4pm @ MCPL EdgarThe Edgar Branch, in coordination with the Edgar School District, is inviting students to stop by during the Month of the Young Adolescent to create necklaces with a steampunk theme, including a special program on Oct. 11. Free and all supplies provided.
Tween Book Club: "Bunnicula: A Rabbit-Tale of Mystery"
Thu., 10/19/17, 4pm - 4:45pm
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MCPL Wausau
Tweens can discuss "Bunnicula: A Rabbit-Tale of Mystery" by Deborah and James Howe and compete in some fun "Minute to Win It"-style challenges!
Intro to Raising Chickens!
Thu., 10/19/17, 6pm - 7:30pm @ MCPL WausauJoin us for a presentation on what it takes to raise chickens at home, and bring your questions! Free and no registration required.
Needle Arts Night
Knitters and crocheters are invited to gather for a night of crafts and socializing! Free and open to the public, and participants are asked to bring their own supplies.
- Thu., 10/19/17, 6pm - 7pm @ MCPL Mosinee
- Tue., 10/24/17, 1pm - 4pm @ MCPL Athens
- Tue., 10/24/17, 3pm - 6pm @ MCPL Rothschild
- Wed., 11/15/17, 4pm - 6:45pm @ MCPL Marathon City
Sensory Story Time
Geared mainly toward children ages 3-6 with Autism Spectrum Disorder, this story time will feature stories as well as soothing interactive activities.
- Sat., 10/21/17, 9:15am - 9:45am @ MCPL Wausau
Home School Huddle
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., 10/24/17, 1pm - 2pm @ MCPL Edgar
Facebook Fundamentals Part 2
Increase your knowledge of Facebook and learn how to use additional tools on the social media site with Part 2 of our Facebook Fundamentals class!
- Tue., 10/24/17, 1:30pm - 3pm @ MCPL Wausau
Halloween Craft Day
Tue., 10/24/17, 2pm - 4pm @ MCPL MosineeKids can get ready for Halloween by decorating scary and silly masks and making mummy bookmarks at our Mosinee Branch!
Book Club: "The Girls"
Wed., 10/25/17, 11am - 12pm @ MCPL RothschildA 1960s teen girl becomes swept up in a chaotic cult and its charismatic leader in "The Girls" by novelist Emma Cline.
Readers of Classic Lit: "The Golden Notebook"
Wed., 10/25/17, 12pm - 1pm @ MCPL WausauJoin us for a discussion of this classic book, about a successful author who combines her different notebooks of writings into one single golden notebook. No registration required and new participants are always welcome!
Duct Tape Palooza!
Create a variety of crafts all with colorful types of duct tape! Free and all supplies provided.
- Thu., 10/26/17, 10am - 5pm @ MCPL Hatley
- Fri., 10/27/17, 11am - 1pm @ MCPL Rothschild
Monster Mash Halloween Party
Join us for a monstrously good time at this Halloween party, featuring stories, songs, crafts and costumes!
- Thu., 10/26/17, 10:30am - 11:30am @ MCPL Marathon City
- Sat., 10/28/17, 10:30am - 12pm @ MCPL Wausau
- Mon., 10/30/17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm @ MCPL Spencer
- Tue., 10/31/17, 10:30am - 11:30am @ MCPL Rothschild
Fall Craft Day
Families are encouraged to visit us and make a variety of autumn crafts! Free, with all supplies provided.
- Thu., 10/26/17, 1pm - 3pm @ MCPL Wausau
- Wed., 11/1/17, 4:30pm - 6:30pm @ MCPL Marathon City
- Tue., 11/14/17, 12pm - 7pm @ MCPL Hatley
After School Experiments
Join us each month to participate in a variety of hands-on experiments related to math and science. Free and no registration required, all supplies provided.
- Thu., 10/26/17, 4pm - 5pm @ MCPL Wausau
Wausau Area Haunts
Thu., 10/26/17, 6pm - 8pm @ MCPL WausauGet in the mood for Halloween as we welcome back members of the Wausau Paranormal Research Society to discuss their investigations of hauntings around the Wausau area.
Horror Fest
Fri., 10/27/17, 1pm - 3pm @ MCPL WausauKids and tweens are invited for this horrific event at the library, featuring spooky and scary crafts, activities and stories!
Stained Glass Votive Jars
Sat., 10/28/17, 11am - 12pm
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MCPL Rothschild
Learn how to upcycle baby food jars into a beautiful work of faux stained glass art! Free and all supplies provided.
International Games Week: Family Game Afternoon
Sun., 10/29/17, 1:30pm - 4:30pm @ MCPL WausauThe library celebrates International Games Week with an afternoon of board games and card games! Bring family or friends, or come by yourself and join a group. Free and no registration required.
Halloween Story Time
Tue., 10/31/17, 10:30am - 11:30am @ MCPL HatleyVisit our Hatley Branch for a special Halloween story time followed by making a fun and festive craft project!
Quilting and Crafting
Quilters and crafters - experienced and beginners - are invited to gather to learn, create, and share. In addition to sharing quilting skills and techniques, we'll also teach a new ... (read more)
- Tue., 10/31/17, 1:30pm - 3:30pm @ MCPL Stratford
Anime After Dark: Halloween Edition
Tue., 10/31/17, 6pm - 8pm @ MCPL WausauJoin us for a spooky Halloween version of our popular Anime After Dark series. Free and mature audiences only.
The History of Wisconsin Public Broadcasting
Learn about the history of Wisconsin Public Radio and Wisconsin Public Television and how they shaped stations across the country from Rick Reyer, regional manager of WPR!
- Thu., 11/2/17, 1pm - 2pm @ MCPL Edgar
- Mon., 11/6/17, 1pm - 2pm @ MCPL Hatley
- Mon., 12/11/17, 3pm - 4pm @ MCPL Mosinee
- Thu., 1/25/18, 6pm - 7pm @ MCPL Spencer
Pokemon Club
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 and (with parental permission) trade Pokemon cards! Free and no registration required.
- Thu., 11/2/17, 4pm - 4:45pm @ MCPL Wausau
Canning Meat and Wild Game
Thu., 11/2/17, 6pm - 7:30pm @ MCPL HatleyLearn the basics of canning and preserving wild game and other meats during this free presentation, led by Jackie Carattini from UW-Extension!
Color Chemistry!
Sat., 11/4/17, 10:30am - 12pm @ MCPL WausauJoin us for a color-themed story time followed by hands-on art projects and experiments all about colors! Free, with all supplies provided.
Outside the Lines: A Family Coloring Party
Bring the whole family to work on coloring projects for both children and adults!
- Sat., 11/4/17, 10:30am - 1:30pm @ MCPL Hatley
It's Your Move: MCPL Game Day
Bring your family to the library for a fun day of gaming! Board and card games for all ages will be available.
- Sat., 11/4/17, 11:30am - 1:30pm @ MCPL Rothschild
- Tue., 11/14/17, 2:30pm - 4:30pm @ MCPL Mosinee
- Fri., 1/19/18, 1:15pm - 4:30pm @ MCPL Hatley
Autumn Candle Holders
Mon., 11/6/17, 3pm - 4pm
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MCPL Mosinee
Visit our Mosinee Branch to create autumn leaf mason jar candle holders, with all supplies provided!
Learn About Marathon County's Uniform Addressing System
Tue., 11/7/17, 9am - 10am @ MCPL SpencerLearn the details of Marathon County's new uniform addressing system and what it means for you at this free informational meeting!
Introduction to Pinterest
Learn how to create a free Pinterest account and how to navigate the website during this free class! Registration required.
- Tue., 11/7/17, 1:30pm - 3pm @ MCPL Wausau
LEGO® Block Party
Children of all ages and their families are invited to build creative projects using LEGO blocks! All blocks will be provided. Free and no registration required.
- Tue., 11/7/17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm @ MCPL Mosinee
- Sat., 11/11/17, 11:30am - 1:30pm @ MCPL Rothschild
- Mon., 11/13/17, 6pm - 8pm @ MCPL Wausau
- Mon., 1/22/18, 3pm - 6pm @ MCPL Hatley
Author & Photographer Matt Janzen: State of Craft Beer
Tue., 11/7/17, 6pm - 7:30pm
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MCPL Wausau
Author and photographer Matt Janzen will share stories and photos from his book "State of Craft Beer," a two-year effort to explore every aspect of the craft beer brewing process ... (read more)
Teen Advisory Group
Make a difference at the library! TAG is a volunteer opportunity for teens in grades 6-12. Members help select materials for the library's collection, assist with events, write reviews, create ... (read more)
- Tue., 11/7/17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm @ MCPL Wausau
Book Club: "The Finest Hours"
Thu., 11/9/17, 11:30am - 12:30pm @ MCPL EdgarJoin us for a discussion of this book, which chronicles a real-life rescue mission the U.S. Coast Guard made in 1954 to save oil tankers ripped apart by a massive storm.
After School Art: Artist Trading Cards
Thu., 11/9/17, 3:30pm - 5pm @ MCPL WausauTweens and teens can stop in to our Wausau Headquarters to make their own artist trading cards! Free, with all supplies provided.
Random Moments of Verse
A monthly gathering of central Wisconsin poets, who are invited to share original work and/or the work of other poets. No registration required - just show up and read or listen!
- Thu., 11/9/17, 6pm - 8pm @ MCPL Wausau
Book Club: "Redeployment"
Thu., 11/9/17, 6:30pm - 8pm @ MCPL AthensJoin a lively discussion of this historical fiction novel about the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. New members always welcome!
Bead Bonanza
Fri., 11/10/17, 11am - 2pm @ MCPL Marathon CityTweens and teens are invited to our Marathon City Branch to create their own beaded jewelry! Free and all supplies provided.
Veteran's Day Celebration of Real (and Imaginary) Heroes!
Sat., 11/11/17, 10:30am - 12pm @ MCPL WausauFor this Veteran's Day program, we'll be celebrating the real heroes around us, imaginary heroes, and pondering the question: What makes a hero?
Natural Dyeing for Beginners
Sat., 11/11/17, 11am - 12pm @ MCPL RothschildAdults can learn the basics of dyeing fabrics with vegetable dyes such as red cabbage, carrot greens, beets and more during this free informational presentation!
Building Adventures
Children can build using a variety of building toys, including DUPLO blocks, LEGOs, Tinkertoys and more!
- Sat., 11/11/17, 1:30pm - 3:30pm @ MCPL Wausau
Book Club: "The Casual Vacancy"
Mon., 11/13/17, 5:45pm - 6:45pm @ MCPL Marathon CityJoin us for our monthly book club at MCPL Marathon City! For the month of November, we'll be reading "The Casual Vacancy" by J.K. Rowling! Free, with new members always welcome! Call 715-443-2775 for more information.
Family Adventure Night: Building with Bob
Mon., 11/13/17, 6pm - 7pm @ MCPL EdgarHear Bob the Builder stories read by library staff and make themed crafts during our monthly Family Adventure Night!
Holiday Cardmaking
Mon., 11/13/17, 6:30pm - 8pm
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MCPL Spencer
Local cardmaking enthusiast Jean Fischer will lead this free presentation on how to make festive personalized holiday greeting cards! Open to adults, with registration required.
Book Club: "Dear Daughter"
Tue., 11/14/17, 2pm - 3pm @ MCPL HatleyJoin our Hatley Branch Book Club in November to discuss the novel "Dear Daughter" by Elizabeth Little!
Inside the Lines: An Adult Coloring Party!
Join us for a fun, relaxing and creative evening coloring with other adults. Free, with all supplies provided. No registration required.
- Tue., 11/14/17, 3pm - 6pm @ MCPL Rothschild
Fairy Fun!
Tue., 11/14/17, 4pm - 5pm @ MCPL WausauChildren are invited for an afternoon of fairy fun! Listen to fairy stories and then decorate your own fairy house and magic wand. Free and open to the public with all supplies provided.
Book Club: "Before the Fall"
Wed., 11/15/17, 11am - 12pm @ MCPL RothschildAfter a tragic plane crash, the only two survivors are a down-and-out painter and the four year-old heir to a media empire in Noah Hawley's novel "Before the Fall."
Thanksgiving Story Time
Celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday with stories and crafts at MCPL!
- Thu., 11/16/17, 10:30am - 11:30am @ MCPL Marathon City
- Tue., 11/21/17, 10:30am - 11:30am @ MCPL Rothschild
- Tue., 11/21/17, 10:30am - 11:30am @ MCPL Hatley
Book Club: "The Silver Star"
Join us at our Spencer Branch for a discussion of the book "The Silver Star," about two sisters who move in with their uncle and face hardships as they grow up.
- Thu., 11/16/17, 1:30pm - 3pm @ MCPL Spencer
Tween Book Club: "Wonder"
Thu., 11/16/17, 4pm - 4:45pm
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MCPL Wausau
Tweens can discuss "Wonder" by R.J. Palacio and compete in some fun "Minute to Win It"-style challenges!
Immigration Then and Now: Causes, Consequences of the 1917 Immigration Act
Thu., 11/16/17, 6pm - 8pm @ MCPL WausauLee Willis of UWSP will take an historical look at immigration law in the United States and how it compares to current events. (Rescheduled from earlier date.)
Kids' Colored Pumpkin Seed Mosaic
Sat., 11/18/17, 11am - 12:30pm @ MCPL RothschildChildren and their parents or caregivers can join us for this fun new craft program using Halloween leftovers! Free and all supplies provided.
Letters to Santa
Children are encouraged to write letters to Santa Claus and drop them off at participating MCPL locations this holiday season!
- Mon., 11/20/17 - Fri., 12/15/17 @ MCPL Spencer
- Mon., 11/20/17 - Wed., 12/20/17 @ MCPL Wausau
- Mon., 11/20/17 - Fri., 12/15/17 @ MCPL Hatley
- Mon., 11/20/17 - Fri., 12/15/17 @ MCPL Stratford
- Mon., 11/20/17 - Fri., 12/15/17 @ MCPL Edgar
- Mon., 11/20/17 - Fri., 12/15/17 @ MCPL Rothschild
- Mon., 11/20/17 - Fri., 12/15/17 @ MCPL Marathon City
Book Club: "A Spool of Blue Thread"
Mon., 11/20/17, 1pm - 2pm @ MCPL MosineeThis story follows the lives of four generations of the Whitshank family, spanning from the 1920s until present day.
Book Club "The Martian"
Mon., 11/20/17, 1pm - 2pm @ MCPL StratfordWhile on a space mission to Mars, astronaut Mark Watney is accidentally left behind and must figure out a way to grow food and survive until NASA can send a mission back to rescue him.
Hobbies and Crafts Night
Hobby and craft enthusiasts are welcome to join us every month for a night of creating and socializing!
- Mon., 11/20/17, 3pm - 8pm @ MCPL Hatley
Women's Night Out: "The Green Road"
Mon., 11/20/17, 6:30pm - 8pm @ MCPL WausauStop by the Women's Night Out book club for a lively, social discussion of a novel about an Irish family whose children spread across the globe and reunite over Christmas.
Readers of Classic Lit: "The American Dream"/"Zoo Story"
Wed., 11/22/17, 12pm - 1pm @ MCPL WausauJoin us for a discussion of two of Edward Albee's classic one-act plays! No registration required and new participants are always welcome!
Anime Afternoon
Teens can get a taste of the world of Japanese animation by viewing the series "Orange," "Miss Kobayashi's Dragon Maid," Occultic; Nine," and "Eureka 7!"
- Fri., 11/24/17, 12pm - 4pm @ MCPL Wausau
MCPL Movie Night: "The Glass Castle"
Thu., 11/30/17, 5:30pm - 7:45pm @ MCPL WausauA free screening of the 2017 film adaptation of Jeannette Walls' best-selling memoir. Rated PG-13.
Passport Camp
Mon., 12/4/17, 3pm - 7pm @ MCPL AthensNEW! Residents of Athens and its surrounding communities will have a chance to apply for a U.S. passport locally during a special one-day-only application event at the Marathon County Public Library! Appointments taken, not required.
Spencer High School Handbell Choir
Tue., 12/5/17, 9am - 10am @ MCPL SpencerJoin us as the Spencer High School Handbell Choir performs songs for the holiday season! Free and open to the public.
Meet Libby: OverDrive's New E-book App
Library staff will get attendees acquainted with Libby, OverDrive's latest app for accessing free e-books, audiobooks and more! Registration is required.
- Tue., 12/5/17, 1:30pm - 3pm @ MCPL Wausau
After School Holiday Fun!
Tue., 12/5/17, 3:30pm - 5pm @ MCPL StratfordKids in grades 3-7 are invited for an afternoon of games, music, stories and holiday-themed crafts! Free, with all supplies provided.
Star Holiday Ornaments
Adults can learn how to make decorative holiday star ornaments out of cardboard, yarn and cardstock! Free, with all supplies provided.
- Wed., 12/6/17, 1:30pm - 2:30pm @ MCPL Wausau
- Wed., 12/6/17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm @ MCPL Wausau
Gum Drop Creations!
Thu., 12/7/17, 3:30pm - 5:30pm @ MCPL HatleyTweens can build sculptures and structures using gum drops and toothpicks at this event requiring a little imagination! Free, with all supplies provided.
After School Art: Handmade Gifts
Thu., 12/7/17, 3:30pm - 5pm @ MCPL WausauTweens and teens can stop in to our Wausau Headquarters in December to make a variety of handmade gifts you can give to family and friends! Free, with all supplies provided.
An Evening with the Wausau West Master Singers
Thu., 12/7/17, 6:30pm - 7pm @ MCPL WausauEnjoy sounds of the season when Wausau West High School's Master Singers perform a free holiday concert at our Wausau Headquarters!
It's A Wrap!
Thu., 12/7/17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm @ MCPL SpencerLearn different techniques for holiday gift wrapping, including making bows, adding other flourishes and more! Free, with no registration required.
Dough Fest!
Sat., 12/9/17, 10:30am - 12pm @ MCPL WausauKids can play with Play-Doh, salt dough and clay to make their own creations during this free event!
Russia Today
Sat., 12/9/17, 6pm - 7pm @ MCPL EdgarLearn about the current state of Russia, including current events there and how the country has changed, from UW-Marathon County professor Jeff Leigh!
Create Your Own Holiday Cards
Patrons of all ages can make their own handmade holiday cards using a variety supplies! Free, with all supplies provided.
- Mon., 12/11/17 - Fri., 12/15/17 @ MCPL Mosinee
- Mon., 12/11/17 - Sat., 12/16/17 @ MCPL Marathon City
- Mon., 12/11/17 - Fri., 12/15/17 @ MCPL Stratford
- Mon., 12/18/17 - Sat., 12/23/17 @ MCPL Rothschild
- Mon., 12/18/17 - Sat., 12/23/17 @ MCPL Hatley
Book Club: "Greenglass House"
Mon., 12/11/17, 5:45pm - 6:45pm @ MCPL Marathon CityJoin us for our monthly book club at MCPL Marathon City! For the month of December, we'll be reading "Greenglass House" by Kate Milford! Free, with new members always welcome! Call 715-443-2775 for more information.
Family Adventure Night: Arctic Adventures
Mon., 12/11/17, 6pm - 7pm @ MCPL EdgarHear stories about animals that live in the Arctic region and make fun crafts during our monthly Family Adventure Night!
Book Club: "The Snow Child"
Tue., 12/12/17, 2pm - 3pm @ MCPL HatleyJoin us at our Hatley Branch to discuss "The Snow Child" by Eowyn Ivey.
Create Your Own Graphic Novel
Kids and tweens can learn how to make their own graphic novel during this free program!
- Tue., 12/12/17, 4pm - 5pm @ MCPL Wausau
Decorative Craft Box for Kids
Wed., 12/13/17, 1pm - 4pm @ MCPL AthensKids can craft their own decorative box to give as a gift to a loved one during this free program!
Book Club: "The Underground Railroad"
Thu., 12/14/17, 11:30am - 12:30pm @ MCPL EdgarJoin us as we discuss this award-winning book, about a young slave trying to find the road to freedom!
Paper Holiday Ornaments
Thu., 12/14/17, 6pm - 7pm
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MCPL Rothschild
Adults can transform recycled book pages into beautiful decorative ornaments during this free craft event!
Book Club: "Silent Night: The Story of the WWI Christmas Truce"
Thu., 12/14/17, 6:30pm - 8pm @ MCPL AthensJoin a lively discussion of this book, about when men on both sides of the trenches laid down their arms on Christmas Eve and joined in celebration during World War I. New members always welcome!
Book Club: "The Christmas Shoes"
Mon., 12/18/17, 1pm - 2pm @ MCPL MosineeThis story follows the lives of a man and a boy who cross paths one fateful Christmas Eve.
Book Club "The 13th Gift"
Mon., 12/18/17, 1pm - 2pm @ MCPL StratfordAfter the death of her husband, Joanne Smith is dreading the holiday season. But 12 days before Christmas, she begins receiving unexpected gifts from her family's "True Friends," which changes her outlook.
Book Club: "A Season of Angels"
Join us for a discussion of the book "A Season of Angels," about three wacky angels who set out to answer the Christmas prayers of those on earth.
- Mon., 12/18/17, 6:30pm - 8pm @ MCPL Spencer
Holiday Story Time
Celebrate the season with a holiday-themed story time featuring stories, songs and crafts!
- Tue., 12/19/17, 10:30am - 11:30am @ MCPL Rothschild
- Tue., 12/19/17, 10:30am - 11:30am @ MCPL Hatley
- Thu., 12/21/17, 10:30am - 11:30am @ MCPL Marathon City
Holiday Craft Day
Tue., 12/19/17, 3pm - 4pm @ MCPL MosineeMake decorative evergreen trees during this fun and festive holiday craft event!
Portugal and Spain: A Tourist's Perspective
Tue., 12/19/17, 6pm - 8pm @ MCPL WausauA free, picture-filled presentation on travels through Portugal, Spain and elsewhere for those interested in their own vacations or just hearing about international adventures!
Readers of Classic Lit: The Short Stories of O. Henry
Wed., 12/20/17, 12pm - 1pm @ MCPL WausauJoin us for a discussion of some of O. Henry's classic short stories!
Tween Book Club: "Tuck Everlasting"
Thu., 12/21/17, 4pm - 4:45pm
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MCPL Wausau
Tweens can discuss "Tuck Everlasting" by Natalie Babbitt and compete in some fun "Minute to Win It"-style challenges!
Thinkers & Tinkers Week
Sat., 12/23/17 - Sat., 12/30/17 @ MCPL HatleyVisit our Hatley Branch any time the library is open to tinker with tech gadgets including snap circuits, a 3D printer and more!
Frosty's Magical Birthday Party
Wed., 12/27/17, 10:30am - 11:30am @ MCPL WausauJoin MCPL Wausau and magician Professor Marvel for a birthday party celebrating Frosty the Snowman, featuring magic, music, laughs and more!
Winter Craft Day
Kids and families are invited to make winter-themed crafts, with all supplies provided!
- Wed., 12/27/17, 12pm - 5pm @ MCPL Hatley
- Tue., 1/16/18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm @ MCPL Mosinee
3-D Paper Art
Fri., 12/29/17, 1pm - 3pm @ MCPL WausauMake your own 3-D paper buildings and sculptures using a variety of paper and techniques!
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- Marathon City
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- Stratford
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