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Outdoor Family Story Time
Children Children and their parents and caregivers are invited to a special outdoor story time with the library staff at River Park!
Visit your local MCPL for events and activities for all ages, including books clubs, arts & crafts, movie nights, computer classes, author visits, writing workshops, wellness events, informational presentations and more!
Follow this webpage or subscribe to our e-newsletter for the most recent schedule of library events for adults at our locations in Wausau, Athens, Edgar, Hatley, Marathon City, Mosinee, Rothschild, Spencer and Stratford.
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Wausau Play & Learn Story Time
Children Join us in Wausau every Wednesday for a story, music, crafts and much more with a special story time led by Children's Wisconsin!
Book Club: "The Island of Sea Women"
Adults Join the library staff and fellow book enthusiasts each month for an engaging discussion of a variety of books - new and old, fiction and nonfiction!
Spencer Family Story Time
Children Families and children with their caregivers are invited to join us for family story time at the library!
Wausau Family Story Time
Children Children and their parents and caregivers are invited to join us in Wausau for stories, songs and more every Tuesday and Thursday!
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History Chats: Notable Lasts
Adults Join the Marathon County Historical Society in September for a series of notable "Lasts" in Marathon County, including the last white pine and the last trolley car!
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Readers Are Writers: Tween Writing Group
Children Registration Drop-in Tweens ages 8-14 are invited to participate in a new virtual writing group with activities tailored to their age group and new content each month! Registration is required.
"Hippie"
Adults Drop-in Stop by the library in September to pick up their Book of the Month selection along with some questions and comments to get you thinking about Coelho's 2018 novel!
Little Treasures: Pocket Bear
Adults & Teens Drop-in Stop by any MCPL location in September to pick up a little friend you can make at home - a grab and go pocket bear!
Nature Weaving
Children Drop-in Stop by any MCPL location in September for a perfect fall grab and go craft for children (and adults too!) - supplies and instructions to weave a nature loom!
Friendship Bracelet
Kids & Teens Drop-in Patrons are invited to stop by the library to pick up a craft kit to create a friendship bracelet!
Wausau Poetry Walk
Adults Drop-in Poetry from writers across Wisconsin will be exhibited downtown Wausau throughout September for the Central Wisconsin Book Festival Poetry Walk, in partnership with the Wisconsin Fellowship of Poets!
Athens Family Story Time
Children Children and their parents and caregivers are invited to join us every other Monday this fall at the library for family story time!
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Hatley Family Story Time
Children Bring your family to story time! Children of all ages and their parents or guardians are encouraged to attend these 30-minute programs!
Rothschild Family Story Time
Children Parents and caregivers are invited to join us this fall on the first and third Tuesday of the month at the library for Family Story Time!
Edgar Family Story Time
Children Children and their parents and caregivers are invited to the library for stories, activities and more during our Family Story Time!
Pumpkin Sweater Craft
Adults & Teens Join us at the library for a fun, unique craft program perfect for the fall!
"The Kindred Spirits Supper Club"
Adults Drop-in Stop by the library to pick up their Book-of-the-Month selection, along with some questions and comments to get you thinking about the novel!
Geometric Paper Sculptures
Children Drop-in Math and art collide at MCPL in November with a geometric sculpture craft!
Fuzzy Fall Finger Puppets
Children Drop-in Stop by the library in October and pick up a grab-and-go kit for children to create their own finger puppets of fuzzy little creatures!
Soap in a Sweater
Adults Drop-in You've seen soap on a rope, but you haven't lived until you've used soap in a sweater! Stop by any MCPL location in October to pick up this grab and go kit while they last!
CANCELED: Outdoor Family Story Time
Children This event has been canceled. We apologize for any inconvenience.
- CANCELED:
Mon., 10/3/22, 6–6:30 p.m. @ MCPL Wausau - (more events in this series [2])
You & Your Mouse: Beginning Computer Use
Adults Registration Not sure what to do with a mouse? Afraid to even touch a computer? Sure you will break the internet? Join us for an introduction to using the computer. Registration required.
Marathon City Family Story Time
Children Parents and caregivers are invited to join us every other Thursday morning at the library for Family Story Time!
Book Club: "Sharp Objects"
Adults Join fellow readers and the library staff for a discussion of Gillian Flynn's dark thriller!
Book Club: "The Stranger in the Woods"
Adults Join the library staff and other readers for a discussion of Michael Finkel's 2017 nonfiction best-seller!
Book Club: "Apples Never Fall"
Adults Visit the library for an engaging conversation about their book club pick of the month!
Cribbage at the Spencer Branch
Adults Drop-in Grab your card decks and boards (or use ours) as the library welcomes back patrons for an hour or so of cribbage!
Book Club: "Anxious People"
Adults Join the library staff and other book lovers as they discuss this novel by Fredrik Backman!
Pokemon Club
Children Our popular Pokemon Club is back at the library! Join us on the second Tuesday of every month, starting Sept. 13!
Stratford Family Story Time
Children Children and their parents and caregivers are invited to story times twice each month through the fall at the library!
Newbery Medal Book Club: "Jacob Have I Loved"
Adults Who says children's literature is just for children? Spark a sense of wonder, imagination and fun with a new book club in Rothschild to read and discuss Newbery Medal winners over the decades!
Wausau Yarn Swap
Adults & Teens Drop-in Do you have yarn spilling out of your cupboard? Want to try a new or different kind of yarn? Need one more skein of that special yarn? Come to our Yarn Swap at the Wausau headquarters!
Friends of MCPL Members-Only Sale
Adults Drop-in Our Friends of MCPL welcome members of the group for a monthly sale on the third Saturday! If you're not a member, you can join on the spot to access all the great material!
Book Club: "The Other Mrs."
Adults Join us at the library to discuss this thriller by author Mary Kubica!
"The Four Winds"
Adults Join the library staff and other book lovers to discuss Kristin Hannah's best-selling novel! The group also meets on 10/20.
Frankenslime!
Kids & Teens Join us for some spooky fun at the library with a craft project perfect for fall: slime!
Book Club: "The Woman They Could Not Silence"
Adults Visit the library for a discussion of this book, detailing the unbelievably true story of Elizabeth Packard!
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Meet a Firefighter Story Time
Children Children and their parents and caregivers are invited to the library for a special story time with firefighters from the Wausau Fire Department!
Goodreads
Adults Registration Do you want a way to keep track of all the books you have read and want to read? Why not try out Goodreads? Join us at the library for a free lesson on how it works!
Autumn Leaves: Story Time & Crafts
Children Children and their families and caregivers are invited to the library for a special fall story time, complete with a fun craft project.
Mosinee Family Story Time
Children Children and their families and caregivers are invited to the library as we move our story times indoors this fall!
Book Club: "The Girl With the Louding Voice"
Adults Join the library staff and fellow book lovers each month for a discussion of a variety of books - new and old, fiction and nonfiction!
Mini Jenga Pumpkins
Adults Drop-in You've probably played Jenga the game, but did you know the pieces can also fit together for a fun fall craft? Stop by the library to pick up your own grab and go kit!
Dog Man & Cat Kid Days
Children Drop-in Calling all fans of Dog Man and Cat Kid! Stop by the library in late November and early December as we celebrate Dav Pilkey's popular series of books and comics!
Dog Man Mania
Children Drop-in Calling all Dog Man fans! Stop by the library the week of Oct. 24-29 to celebrate this popular series with a bunch of fun activities!
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Eat This, Not That! With Jill Patterson, RDN
Adults Join us for a free virtual presentation on developing strong nutrition habits (including some helpful tips for the holidays) with Registered Dietician Nutritionist Jill Patterson!
Friends of MCPL Book Sale
Adults Drop-in Stop by the library during our Friends of MCPL sale and you just might find your next treasured item: a book, a movie or something else from the wide variety of materials available!
Book Club: "The Kitchen Front"
Adults Join the library staff and other readers for a discussion of this historical fiction novel by Jennifer Ryan!
Book Club: "Untamed"
Adults Visit the library for an engaging conversation about their book club pick of the month!
Glass Bottle Scarecrow Craft
Adults Registration Adults are invited to join us at the library for a fun evening of crafting as we make a scarecrow craft perfect for the fall season! Space is limited and registration is required.
Dick Bong: America's Ace of Aces
Adults Join us at the library for a fascinating look at one of America's most-decorated fighter pilots, Dick Bong, who grew up in Wisconsin!
Newbery Medal Book Club: "Holes"
Adults Who says children's literature is just for children? Spark a sense of wonder, imagination and fun with a new book club in Rothschild to read and discuss Newbery Medal winners over the decades!
Book Club: "The Sound of Gravel"
Adults Join fellow readers and the library staff for a discussion of this compelling memoir!
Celebrate Eric Carle Story Time
Children Join us for a story time at the library celebrating beloved children's author and illustrator, Eric Carle!
Book Club: "The Four Winds"
Adults Join the library staff and other book lovers as they discuss this best-seller by Kristin Hannah!
Book Club: "The Firekeeper's Daughter"
Adults Join the library staff and fellow book lovers each month for a discussion of a variety of books - new and old, fiction and nonfiction!
Book Club: "The Maid"
Adults Visit the library for a discussion of this gripping mystery novel by Nita Prose!
"Run, Rose, Run"
Adults Join the library staff and other book lovers to discuss this novel by James Patterson and Dolly Parton! The group also meets on 11/21.
Book Club: "The Giver of Stars"
Adults Join us at the library to discuss this best-seller by Jojo Moyes!
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Wooden Coasters
Adults Drop-in Stop by the library in November to pick up a fun, easy wooden coaster craft for adults!
"The Sentence"
Adults Drop-in Stop by the library to pick up their Book-of-the-Month selection, along with some questions and comments to get you thinking about the novel!
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Pumpkin Pie Craft
Children Drop-in Stop by the library in November for an extra grab and go craft kit perfect for children and for fall: pumpkin pie!
Leaf Silhouette
Children Drop-in Stop by any MCPL location in November to pick up a children's grab and go craft kit that is perfect for fall!
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Common Scams & Frauds
Adults Join us at the library for important information about avoiding common scams and fraud attempts, and what do you if you or someone you know falls victim to either one.
Landlord & Tenant Rights & Responsibilities in Wisconsin Law
Adults Whether you own rental property or you rent your own living space, the public is invited to a presentation and Q&A on landlord and tenant rights with a representative from DATCP.
Common Scams & Frauds Targeting Seniors
Adults Seniors are welcome to join us for a program with the state Bureau of Consumer Protection about important information on frauds and scams that specifically target senior citizens.
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Identity Theft: Protect & Prevent
Adults Join us for a presentation from the Wisconsin Bureau of Consumer Protection on ways to protect yourself against identity theft.
Book Club: "Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret"
Adults Join fellow readers and the library staff for a discussion of Judy Blume's classic story!
Book Club: "The Deal of a Lifetime"
Adults Visit the library for an engaging conversation about their book club pick of the month!
Book Club: "Educated"
Adults Join the library staff and other book lovers as they discuss this popular memoir by Tara Westover!
"The Matchmakers of Minnow Bay"
Adults Drop-in Stop by the library to pick up their Book-of-the-Month selection, along with some questions and comments to get you thinking about the novel!
Book Club: "The Last Story of Mina Lee"
Adults Join us at the library to discuss this gripping novel by Nancy Jooyoun Kim!
Friends of MCPL Book Sale
All-Ages Drop-in Stop by the library during our Friends of MCPL sale and you just might find your next treasured item: a book, a movie or something else from the wide variety of materials available!