Kids Events
2024 Library Passport program
Mercer Public Library 2648W Margaret Street, Mercer, WI, United StatesThe Northern Waters Library Network invites visitors and residents to take a tour of the area's public libraries for a chance to win a prize! What’s not to love about northern Wisconsin? We’re home to the Musky Capital of the World (Boulder Junction), the world’s largest musky and walleye fish hatchery (Spooner), and the birthplace ... Read More
2024 Summer Reading Program
Mercer Public Library 2648W Margaret Street, Mercer, WI, United StatesSet a goal to keep reading this summer! We invite readers ages 0 to 14 to embark on a journey filled with books, activities, and events designed to inspire a love of reading and exploration. “Adventure Begins at Your Library!” Whether you want to challenge yourself to read more or start a new reading habit, ... Read More
Summer Reading Series: “Slithery Snakes” with the Discovery Center
Mercer Public Library 2648W Margaret Street, Mercer, WI, United StatesWhat makes a snake different from other animals? Learn all about snakes and explore some fun snake artifacts with naturalists from the Discovery Center on Thursday, July 11 at 1:30 p.m. The program is free and open to kids of all ages. Young children may need to bring an adult for supervision. For more information, ... Read More
Summer Reading Series: “The Quest for the Kakapo!” with The Traveling Lantern Theatre Company
Mercer Public Library 2648W Margaret Street, Mercer, WI, United StatesCrikey! Join the Caterpillar Hunter as he travels around the world to rescue a rare endangered parrot from New Zealand known as the Kakapo. His globe trotting quest teaches him (and the audience) about the many efforts underway to preserve precious habitats and protect the endangered species that live in them. Join us at the ... Read More
Summer Reading Series: Turtles of the Northwoods with the Northwoods Wildlife Center
Mercer Public Library 2648W Margaret Street, Mercer, WI, United StatesAdventure begins at your library! This week we'll learn about the turtles of the northwoods with the naturalists at the Northwoods Wildlife Center. We'll learn some basic facts about turtles, explore the 5 kinds of turtles that can be encountered in the Northwoods with the help of some hands-on items, and meet some live turtles! ... Read More
Summer Reading Series: Camping Adventures
Mercer Public Library 2648W Margaret Street, Mercer, WI, United StatesAdventure Begins at Your Library! Join us at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, August 1 as we take a Camping Adventure! Kids of all ages will enjoy camping stories, activities, and making camping-themed crafts. All are welcome, and there is no cost to attend. The Mercer Library’s 2024 summer reading series is made possible by sponsorship from ... Read More
Summer Reading Series: Smokey Bear’s 80th Birthday Party!
Mercer Public Library 2648W Margaret Street, Mercer, WI, United StatesAdventure Begins at Your Library! Join us at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, August 15 as we celebrate the 80th birthday of Mercer's favorite fire-prevention hero, Smokey Bear! We’ll have Smokey activities, write birthday letters to Smokey, and of course, have birthday cake. We may even get a visit with the Bear himself, if he isn't busy fighting wildfires! ... Read More