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Our librarians will be happy to find materials for you based on what you like.  Just fill out the form below and we will pick out 5 things just for you!

Upcoming Book Releases

Click here to be one of the first names on the hold list for these upcoming releases. Check the books you would like to place on hold, the SMRLD staff will do the rest!

Book Lists Collection on Pinterest

View some of our favorite Book Lists Currated by SMRLD staff for your enjoyment

Ever wonder what your SMRLD librarians are reading? Well now you can follow along at smrld.org/librarianreads with some of their recommendations.

Did you love that last book you read and want to find similar books or authors?
Check out Novelist!  Enter an author’s name or title to discover read alikes based on the characters, genres, tone, & writing style.  

NoveList Plus


Novelist K-8 Plus

In the middle of a series and you do not know what comes next?
Check out Kent District Library’s What’s Next! Type in the author’s last name or series character for the chronological list of all the books in the series.  
What’s Next®: Books in Series Database of Kent District Library

SMRLD Book Club Favorites

        

  

Join the Six Mile Regional Library Book Club for a morning or evening discussion of the latest book club selection. The last Monday of the month, Morning Meeting —11 AM at SMRLD, 2145 Johnson Rd or Evening Meeting—6:30 PM at Kool Beanz Café, 1316 Niedringhaus Ave. Copies of the book are available at both libraries. Questions? Call 618-452-6238 ext 785.

Reading Challenges!
Join our Summer and Winter Reading Challenges at either library location or online at Beanstack (https://smrld.beanstack.com/reader365)!


Beanstack
Discover our most recommended books and events, log your reading and activities, and earn points, badges, and possibly even prizes along the way.

1000 Books Before Kindergarten

Register at Either Library Location or
Keep Book Log
Every 100 Books  – Visit either library location and receive a sticker.
500 Books – Your child will receive a free book.
1000 Books –  Your child will receive a free book and a backpack.
Questions? Call 618-452-6238 ext 720
2023 SMRLD Adult Reading Challenge!
Select and read 12 books based on our challenge prompts during 2023 and received a surprise!
Pick up the challenge at either library or sign up through Beanstack!
Questions? Email [email protected] or call 618-452-6238 ext. 755

For more assistance in selecting your next great read feel free to ask a research librarian at either location, via email [email protected], or by phone 618-452-6238 ext 730.

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Upcoming Events

  • Basic Computer Skills - Chouteau November 13, 2024 at 10:30 am – 12:30 pm Chouteau Township 906 Thorngate Drive
  • Teen Unwind November 13, 2024 at 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Teen UnwindOpen to Teens, Grades 7-12Every Wednesday5:30 PMSMRLD, 2001 Delmar AveSnacks, Crafts, Games
  • Board Game Night November 14, 2024 at 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm Board Game NightThursday, November 14th5:30PM-7:30PM2001 Delmar AveQuestions? Call 618-452-6238
  • Saturday Play & Learn For Babies & Toddlers November 16, 2024 at 10:00 am – 11:00 am Six Mile Regional Library District, 2001 Delmar Ave, Granite City, IL 62040, USA Saturday Play & Learn For Babies & ToddlersSaturday, September 21Saturday, October 19*Saturday, November 1610 AM at SMRLD2001 Delmar AveStories, Songs, & Slightly Messier Playtime*October Play & Learn will be a Homecoming Dance!Questions? Email [email protected] or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720
  • All Wound Up! November 16, 2024 at 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Six Mile Regional Library District - Johnson Road Branch, 2145 Johnson Rd, Granite City, IL 62040, USA All Wound UpBeginning yarn crafts 11AM - 1 PMSaturday, August 17th - Knitting for BeginnersSaturday, September 21st  - Knitting for BeginnersCANCELED Saturday, October 19th - Simple Crochet StitchesSaturday, November 16th - Simple Crochet StitchesLimited to 8 people2145 Johnson RoadRegister at tinyurl.com/allwoundup2 or call 618-452-6238

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