What's Happening?
The Friends of the Marathon County Public Library are organizing an exclusive book sale for their members on May 16 at the library's Wausau headquarters. The sale will take place from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and will feature a wide range of items including
hardcover and paperback books, audiobooks, music CDs, TV series and movies on DVD, works of art, board games, and puzzles. Most items are priced between 50 cents and a few dollars. The items available for sale have been donated by the public or removed from the library's collection. The sale is accessible only to members of the Friends of the Marathon County Public Library. Interested individuals can join by downloading and mailing an application before the sale or signing up at the entrance. Membership costs $10 per individual or $15 per family annually, providing access to an exclusive sale date each month.
Why It's Important?
This event highlights the community engagement efforts of the Friends of the Marathon County Public Library, fostering a sense of community and support for local libraries. By offering affordable books and media, the sale promotes literacy and access to diverse forms of entertainment and education. The membership model encourages ongoing support for the library, which can help sustain its operations and programs. This initiative also provides an opportunity for community members to recycle and repurpose books and media, contributing to environmental sustainability. The event underscores the importance of libraries as community hubs that offer more than just books, serving as venues for cultural and educational activities.
