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[h6]December 13, 2016[/h6]
The Wausau Barbershoppers and the River Valley Harmonizers and Guests present their annual Christmas concert, “Songs of the Season,” under the direction of Paul Smith. The concert will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 13, at 7 p.m., at the First English Lutheran Church, 402 N. Third Ave., Wausau. The concert is open to the public and tickets are not required. For more information, call 715-675-3019.

‘Tis the season to be crafty at the MCPL! Patrons of all ages can make their own holiday cards at MCPL on Dec. 13 from 1-4 p.m. at the Mosinee Branch Library, 123 Main St., Mosinee. Blank cards will be provided, as well as decorating and card-making supplies. Please note that all ages are welcome, through children should be accompanied by a supervising adult. This event is free and open to the public with no registration required. For more information, call 715-693-2144 or visit https://mcpl.us/events/?event_id=2818.

Escape the cold and join the Marathon County Public Library for a special winter-themed family story time on Dec. 13 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the Rothschild Branch Library, 211 N. Grand Ave., Rothschild. Attendees will learn all about the season through winter-themed stories, songs and crafts. Free and open to the public with all supplies provided. For more information, call 715-359-6208.

[h6]December 14, 2016[/h6]
Everyone is welcome to stop by the Marathon County Public Library to create holiday cards to give to family and friends on Dec. 14 from 3:30-5:30 p.m. at the Marathon City Branch, 515 Washington St., Marathon City. Blank cards and envelopes will be provided, as well as decorating and card-making supplies. Free and open to all ages, though children should be accompanied by an adult. Call 715-443-2775 for more information.

The Metro Club will meet Dec. 14 at noon at the Elks Club, 414 Scott St., Wausau. The program will include holiday music featuring Center Stage. Cost for lunch is $14 all inclusive. Reservations or cancellations are due by 6 p.m. on the Sunday evening prior to the meeting by calling Marliss Zollpriester at 715-359-3042.

[h6]December 15, 2016[/h6]
Join the Marathon County Public Library for an evening of holiday music on Dec. 15 from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Wausau Headquarters, 300 N. First St., Wausau. The prestigious Wausau West High School Master Singers will perform a variety of holiday songs to get you feeling jolly! Free and open to the public! Call 715-261- 7230 for more info.

Visit the Marathon County Public Library to share your favorite songs, stories and memories! MCPL will host its final Phonographic Memory program on Dec. 15 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Wausau Headquarters, 300 N. First St., Wausau. Anyone wishing to share a song and story must pre-register. Spectators are also encouraged to come watch and listen with no registration required. Call 715-261-7230 for more information or to register.

[h6]December 16, 2016[/h6]
Join the Marathon County Health Department for a free class on safe sleep practices for your baby on Dec. 16 from 11 a.m. until noon at the Marathon County Public Library Wausau Headquarters, 300 N. First St., Wausau. Some participants may receive a free Pack ‘n Play if the baby does not have a safe place to sleep. This program is recommended for parents whose baby is due within two months or whose child is under one year old. Registration is required. Please call 715-261-1900 to register or for more information.

Expressions Dance Club will be holding a Holiday Ballroom Dance on Friday, Dec. 16, from 8-11 p.m. at the Elks Club, Wausau. Special holiday ballroom music will be provided by D.J. Lee Williams. The dance is open to the public. Singles and couples are welcome; members $10, non-members $15. For additional information please call 715-297-4646.

[h6]December 17, 2016[/h6]
Everyone is welcome to stop by the Marathon County Public Library to create holiday cards to give to family and friends. Folks can make cards at MCPL’s Rothschild Branch, 211 N. Grand Ave., Rothschild, or the Hatley Branch, 435 Curtis Ave., Hatley, any time between Dec. 17-22 during normal business hours. Blank cards will be provided, as well as decorating and card-making supplies. Free and open to all ages, though children should be accompanied by an adult. Call 715-359-6208 for more information.

[h6]December 19, 2016[/h6]
Join the Marathon County Public Library for a story and craft event centered around trees. MCPL will host its next Family Fun Night on Dec. 19 from 6-7 p.m. at the Edgar Branch Library, 224 S. Third Ave., Edgar. Families will hear stories about trees and can work on tree-themed crafts together. All supplies will be provided. Call 715-352-3155 for more information.

[h6]December 20, 2016[/h6]
Tweens can learn about and replicate some of Isaac Newton’s most groundbreaking experiments on Dec. 20 from 4-5:30 p.m. at the Marathon County Public Library’s Wausau Headquarters, 300 N. First St., Wausau. Kids in grades 3-6 will learn about Newton, his discoveries, and then conduct some of his most famous experiments. No registration is required and all supplies will be provided. Call 715-261-7230 for more info.

Take a break from the hectic holiday season and relax with an afternoon of adult coloring at the Marathon County Public Library. MCPL will offer holiday-themed adult coloring afternoon on Dec. 20 from 1-4 p.m. at the Mosinee Branch, 123 Main St., Mosinee. A variety of holiday-themed coloring pages will be offered to help you unwind and get into the holiday spirit. Free and open to adults only, with all supplies provided. For more information, call 715-693-2144.

[h6]December 21, 2016[/h6]
The Mosinee United Methodist Church will be hosting an ecumenical “Shortest Day/Longest Night” service on Dec. 21 at 6:30 p.m. This is often known as a “Blue Christmas” service as we realize that the holidays are not always a joyous time, particularly for those who may have lost a loved one in the past year. Everyone is invited to attend and participate. If there are any questions, please call the church office at 715.693.2125.

[h6]December 27, 2016[/h6]
The Active Older Adults group will meet at Mosinee United Methodist Church on Tuesday, Dec. 27 at 11 a.m. for a potluck lunch and a pre-New Year’s Eve celebration. We will also play bingo, so bring a wrapped white elephant gift if you have one. Please call the church office at 715-693-2125 with any questions. Everyone is welcome and there is no charge.