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Three illustrated figures inspired by the "Unearth a Story" Writing Prompt.

2026 Illustration Contest Winners

See this year’s winning Illustration Contest submissions, and let them inspire your creativity! Creative writers who submit a short story inspired by one of these images could win a special prize.

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    Summer Library Program (SLP)

    All MCPL Locations Marathon County, WI, United States +9 more

    We are celebrating the “Unearth a Story” theme through our activity book, summer performances, craft activities, book displays and more! Our summer programming has something for all ages, but it is especially geared towards school-age children, tweens and teens. 

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    All MCPL Locations: Summer Community Journal

    All MCPL Locations Marathon County, WI, United States

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

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    Athens: Clay & Seed Mosaic

    Marathon County Public Library—Athens Branch 203 Alfred Street, Athens, WI, United States

    Create a handmade mosaic tile using air-dry clay and an assortment of dried seeds.

  • The U.S. Constitution's "We the People," the American flag, and Statue of Liberty.

    Edgar: USA Time Travelers

    America 250
    Marathon County Public Library—Edgar Branch 224 South 3rd Avenue, Edgar, WI, United States

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

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    Wausau: Book Sale: Friends Members Only

    Book Sale
    Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters 300 First Street, Wausau, WI, United States

    The Friends of MCPL welcome their members for a monthly sale every third Saturday of the month. Not a member? Join on the spot!

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    Spencer: Ready, Set, Game!

    Ready, Set, Game!
    Marathon County Public Library—Spencer Branch 105 South Park Street, Spencer, WI, United States

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

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    Marathon City: Pirate Week

    Marathon County Public Library—Marathon City Branch 515 Washington Street, Marathon City, United States

    Enjoy pirate-themed crafts, stories, a treasure hunt, and more!

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    Wausau: QR Code American Scavenger Hunt

    America 250
    Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters 300 First Street, Wausau, WI, United States

    Solve riddles and clues about our nation's history by scanning QR codes throughout the library.

  • a collage of vintage photos of the MCPL bookmobile, libraries, library cards, and people

    Mosinee: MCPL’s Amazing History

    Amazing History
    Marathon County Public Library—Mosinee Branch 123 Main Street, Mosinee, WI, United States

    Learn surprising MCPL fun facts, hear fascinating stories, and view vintage photos from the past!

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    Hatley: The Magic of Isaiah

    Magic of Isaiah
    Marathon County Public Library—Hatley Branch 435 Curtis Avenue, Hatley, WI, United States

    Watch mind-boggling tricks and illusions performed right before your eyes!

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    Wausau: Gather Your Party

    Featured Dungeons & Dragons
    Marathon County Public Library—Wausau Headquarters 300 First Street, Wausau, WI, United States

    Discuss roleplaying games, find a group to join, or form your party right on the spot.

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Group Visits

The library welcomes school groups! We’ve had many schools and grades visit for guided tours, story times, and more. At our Wausau location, groups also get aquarium lessons and an introduction to “Thunderfoot”—our life-size triceratops skeleton!

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Readers Advisory

Let us help you discover new books you’ll love! Library staff are eager to use their expertise and online resources to find great reading recommendations for you.

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Wisconsin’s Digital Library (Libby / OverDrive)

Wisconsin’s Digital Library (WDL) is a state-wide catalog of free e-books, audiobooks, magazines and videos that you can borrow with your library card!

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Apply for a Library Card

Apply for an account at the Marathon County Public Library! A library card grants you access to the physical collections of all MCPL locations and other public libraries in the Wisconsin Valley Library Service, plus access to Wisconsin’s Digital Library, Interlibrary Loan, online resources, library computers and more!

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Literary Reference Source Plus

Information on thousands of authors and their works, including summaries, literary criticism, biographies, reviews, interviews, classic and contemporary poems and short stories, full-text access to...

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