Learn about the upcoming 2020 census and how you can get involved during a free info session on Nov. 6 from 2:30-3:30 p.m. at the Wausau Headquarters, 300 N. First St., Wausau. For more information, call 715-261-7230.
Bill Lueders, editor of The Progressive magazine, and Norman Stockwell, the magazine’s publisher, will talk about freedom of the press and how it relates to government authority during a free talk on Nov. 11 from 4-5 p.m. at the Mosinee Branch, 123 Main St., Mosinee. Free and open to adults and teens. For more info, call 715-693-2144.
The library will celebrate International Games Week from Nov. 11-15 at its Mosinee Branch, 123 Main St., Mosinee. Drop in to the branch any time it’s open throughout the week to play a variety of board games. Free and open to all ages. For more info, call 715-693-2144.
All ages are encouraged to visit the Marathon City Branch, 515 Washington St., Marathon City, from Nov. 11-16 for International Games Week! Drop in any time the branch is open to play a variety of new and classic board games. Free. Call 715-443-2775 for more info.
Hear stories about canine crime stoppers Paw Patrol during the next Family Adventure Night on Nov. 11 from 6-7 p.m. at the Edgar Branch, 224 S. Third Ave., Edgar. Kids can also make crafts related to the stories. Free. For more info, call 715-352-3155.
Experienced gardener Eileen Riehle will lead an informative presentation that will teach attendees how to make their own flavored vinegars and oils using homegrown herbs on Nov. 12 from 6-7 p.m. at the Stratford Branch, 213201 Scholar St., Stratford. Free. For more info, call 715-687-4420.
Kids in grades K-5 can make a free craft that’s sure to be a hoot from Nov. 12-15 at the Athens Branch, 221 Caroline St., Athens! Kids can make an owl using a pine cone, felt, and other craft supplies. Drop in any time the branch is open to participate! Call 715-257-7292 for more info.
Kids and their parents/caregivers can hear autumn-themed stories, sing songs and make a special craft based on the fall harvest during a special story time on Nov. 12 from 10:30-11 a.m. at the Hatley Branch, 435 Curtis Ave., Hatley. Free. For more info, call 715-446-3537.
Families can hear stories and participate in various activities related to the areas of science, technology, engineering, arts, and math during Home School Huddle on Nov. 12 from 1-2 p.m. at the Edgar Branch, 224 S. Third Ave., Edgar. Sessions held every Tuesday through Dec. 17. Call 715-352-3155 for more info.
Kids, teens and adults can make button tree art during an afternoon craft event on Nov. 12 from 3:30-4:40 p.m. at the Mosinee Branch, 123 Main St., Mosinee. Attendees will draw or paint a tree, then adorn its branches with buttons of various colors and sizes. Free, with all supplies provided. For more info, call 715-693-2144.
Kids, teens and adults can make button tree art during an afternoon craft event on Nov. 12 from 3:30-4:40 p.m. at the Mosinee Branch, 123 Main St., Mosinee. Attendees will draw or paint a tree, then adorn its branches with buttons of various colors and sizes. Free, with all supplies provided. For more info, call 715-693-2144.
The whole family can visit the Marathon County Public Library and get their glow on during a glow-in-the-dark story time on Nov. 12 from 6-6:30 p.m. at the library’s Wausau Headquarters, 300 N. First St., Wausau. Hear stories read with flashlights in the dark, glow-in-the-dark stickers and more! Call 715-261-7220 for more info.
Kids In grades K-5 can participate in the monthly building challenge using a variety of building supplies on Nov. 13 from 3:30-6:30 p.m. at the Wausau Headquarters, 300 N. First St., Wausau. This month, we’re challenging kids to create houses, lairs and other buildings. Free, all supplies provided. Call 715-261-7220 for more info.
Adults can learn how to use the various online resources and databases available for free with a Marathon County Public Library card during free classes on Nov. 13 from 1:30-2:30 p.m. and Nov. 14 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the library’s Wausau Headquarters, 300 N. First St., Wausau. Free and open to adults, with registration required. For more info or to register, call 715-261-7230.
Kids and families can drop in to the Rothschild Branch, 211 Grand Ave., Rothschild, to learn about pirates on Nov. 16 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.! Kids can make crafts, complete an in-person treasure hunt and more! Free. For more info, call 715-359-6208.
Kids can celebrate fall and National Button Day at the same time by creating a pumpkin mosaic on Nov. 16 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Wausau Headquarters, 300 N. First St., Wausau. Free, with all supplies provided. For more info, call 715-261-7220.
Photos courtesy Marathon County Public Library.
