A Marathon County eNewsletter
The Friends of the Marathon County Public Library are busy preparing for their next book sale on August 2–5, 2018 — although calling it a “book” sale doesn’t come close to describing all of the great items for sale. There are THOUSANDS of items to choose from with all proceeds benefiting the library. (Click the title for details.)
The next Central Wisconsin Book Festival will take place September 27–30, 2018, around the Wausau area, including events at the Marathon County Public Library, local bookstores, an art gallery, and a restaurant! Details are still being finalized, but read on to get a sneak peek at some of the book festival’s confirmed events so far… (Click the title for details.)
A growing non-profit called RISE UP Central Wisconsin has gained momentum in our Marathon County community. Learn about this growing program connecting those in recovery with community-based art projects. Get the details on this new community initiative and when the next Community Paint Days will be… (Click the title for details.)
See some of the newly trained volunteer mediators who are stepping in and stepping up in Marathon County to help resolve civil disputes without the need for attorneys. The program is working out so well that the Wausau Police Department is considering expanding the volunteer mediation program to assist their officers as well. (Click the title to learn more…)
In this fast-paced online world of communicating via screens, two local elected officials slow things down IRL (in real life) to meet face-to-face and really listen to their neighbors’ concerns. Share your thoughts — and a cookie! – with County Board Supervisor Katie Rosenberg and City Alder Patrick Peckham at their next community engagement listening session. Get the scoop on how these gatherings started and find out when and where the next one will be. (Click the title to read more…)
Drugs in the system of a euthanized pet was found to be the cause of an eagle suffering from poisoning at the local landfill in June. Read this eye-opening story of how compassion, quick thinking, and community connections helped save this majestic raptor’s life. (Click the title to read more…)
County Administrator Brad Karger challenges what he THINKS he knows vs. the reality of local, state, and national public health trends. Follow along as Public Health Officer Joan Theurer offers insights and statistics that might surprise you… (Click the title to learn more.)
Come see The World According to Federico Uribe exhibition at the Woodson Art Museum through August 26, 2018. The Miami-based artist created a large-scale, walk-in environment that must be seen in real life to fully appreciate. (Click the title to read more…)
MCPL’s Wausau Headquarters held a ribbon cutting for its new Early Literacy Center designed especially for ages birth to 5 years. See the center’s bright, fun new space and learning activities in the full article. (Click the title for details.)
The Blind Rooster – Kitchen + Bar is coming to CWA! And don’t miss the 2nd annual Warbird Rendezvous at CWA. Learn why Central Wisconsin can expect more options and better prices at CWA from Memorial Day to Labor Day. (Click the title for the full story…)
