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The Six Mile Regional Library District (SMRLD) is proud to provide high-quality service for all ages. The Youth Services focuses on providing programs, materials, and research help for children from birth through age 12. Teen Services focuses on children ages 12 through 18. See the Teen page for more information.

Things to Do: Event Calendar or Brochure

Youth Services Department Presents:

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S.T.E.A.M. Take Home Kits
Science Technology Engineering Arts Math
December: Salt Dough Ornaments
January: Bird Feeder
*Contains Peanut Butter
February: Geometric Heart
For Grades 2-6
Pick up a kit with supplies and instructions at either library location while supplies last.
Questions? Email [email protected] or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720
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Winter Reindeer Party
Thursday, December 14
5:30 – 7:30 PM at SMRLD 2001 Delmar Ave
See and Learn About Real Reindeer from Show Me Reindeer!
Enjoy Hot Cocoa & Cookies!
Questions? Email [email protected] or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720

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The Smart Cookie Reading Club
Winter Reading Challenge
December 14 – February 8
An All Ages Challenge
Register online at smrld.beanstack.com or with the Beanstack Tracker App
Read just 60 minutes each week
Complete all 8 weeks from December 14, 2023 through February 8, 2024
Celebrate your accomplishment at our  Reading Club Cookie Party!
Questions? Email [email protected] or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720
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Mindful Me
For Children PreK – Grade 2
Tuesday, January 23
4 PM
SMRLD, 2001 Delmar Ave
Learn to be mindful of your emotions through fun Activities!
Presented by 4-H Youth Development & the University of Illinois Extension.
COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURAL, CONSUMER AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
University of Illinois | U.S. Department of Agriculture | Local Extension Councils Cooperating.
University of Illinois Extension provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. If you need reasonable accommodations to participate in this program, please call the local Extension office at 618-344-4230
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Lunar New Year Family Celebration
Thursday, February 8
4:30 PM
at SMRLD, 2001 Delmar Ave
Come Learn Holiday Traditions & Enjoy Stories, Crafts, Snacks, & More!
Questions? Email [email protected] or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720
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Pal-entine’s Day Party
For Grades K-4, 
Monday, February 12
2 PM
SMRLD, 2001 Delmar Ave
Bring Your Best Pal to the Library for Games,Music, Snacks and a Friendship Bracelet Craft!
Questions? Email [email protected] or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720
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Play & Learn For Babies & Toddlers
Fridays, December 8 & 22
Fridays, January 12 & 26
Friday, February 9 & 23
10 AM at SMRLD, 2001 Delmar Ave
Questions? Email [email protected] or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720
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Saturday Play & Learn For Babies & Toddlers
Saturday, December 16
Saturday, January 20
Saturday, February 17
10 AM at SMRLD
2001 Delmar Ave
Stories, Songs, & Slightly Messier Playtime
Questions? Email [email protected] or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720
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Sit, Stay, Read with Got Your Six Therapy Dogs
Every 3rd Tuesday:
December 19
January 16
February 20
6:30-7:30 PM at SMRLD, 2145 Johnson Rd
For children, grades K-8, come practice reading or just talk with a trained therapy dog!
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Story Time
Enjoy stories, music, and crafts!
Mondays at 10 AM
SMRLD, 2145 Johnson Rd
&
Wednesdays at 4:30 PM
SMRLD, 2001 Delmar Ave
Questions? Email [email protected] or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238
 ext 720
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Legos
Come Build with Us!
Every Tuesday
4 – 7 PM
In the Children’s Department, 2001 Delmar Ave
Questions? Email [email protected] or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720
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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? Email [email protected] or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720

Kid’s Digital Library

Find books, audiobooks, and more on our Online Resources Page! Resources are available at home and at the library.

Additional resources are available on our Resources & Services Page.

Parents & Educators

Parent/Teacher Collection: SMRLD maintains a collection of resources for parents and teachers as part of our parent-teacher collection.  The Parent-Teacher collection includes resources for serving youth with special needs, curriculum development, and much much more. This collection is housed in the children’s department at the Delmar Avenue location.

Useful Links

Accelerated Reader Bookfinder: Allows you to search for books with corresponding Renaissance Accelerated Reader 360® quiz.

Lexile Framework for Reading: Lexile measures help your child grow and improve his or her reading skills. Find books according to Lexile numbers, find the Lexile number of a book and track the growth of your child’s reading skills.

Need Help with Research & Homework? Access Online Resources Here!

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The Six Mile Regional Library District (SMRLD) is proud to provide high-quality service for all ages.  The Youth Services Department focuses on providing materials and programs for children from birth through 12th grade.
Programs, Reference Assistance, Readers’ Advisory, Print & Electronic Resources, DVDs & CDs, And more!

2001 Delmar

ClosedToday: 11:00 am – 8:00 pm

2145 Johnson

ClosedToday: 11:00 am – 8:00 pm

Upcoming Events

  • S.T.E.A.M. Take Home Kits December 1, 2023 S.T.E.A.M. Take Home KitsScience Technology Engineering Arts MathDecember: Salt Dough OrnamentsJanuary: Bird Feeder*Contains Peanut ButterFebruary: Geometric HeartFor Grades 2-6Pick up a kit with supplies and instructions at either library location while supplies last.Questions? Email [email protected] or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720
  • Holiday Ornaments December 2, 2023 at 10:00 am – 11:30 am Six Mile Regional Library District, 2001 Delmar Ave, Granite City, IL 62040, USA Holiday OrnamentsGalaxy Ornaments: Saturday, December 2nd from 10-11:30 AMHoliday Song Ornaments: Saturday, December 9th from 2-3:30 PM2001 Delmar Ave18+ CraftRegistration Required: Call 618-452-6238 ext. 730
  • Nintendo Switch December 2, 2023 at 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Teen Room, 2001 Delmar Ave, Granite City, IL 62040, USA Nintendo SwitchEvery Saturday, 1-4 PMTeen Room, 2001 Delmar AveGrades 7-12For more information email the Teen Services Librarian at: [email protected]
  • Story Time December 4, 2023 at 10:00 am – 10:30 am 2145 Johnson Rd, Granite City, IL 62040, USA Story TimeEnjoy stories, music and crafts!Mondays at 10 AMSMRLD 2145 Johnson Road&Wednesdays at 6 PMSMRLD 2001 Delmar AveQuestions? Email [email protected] or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238
  • Legos December 5, 2023 at 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm Children's Department - Six Mile Regional Library District, 2001 Delmar Ave, Granite City, IL 62040, USA Come Build with Us! Every Tuesday 4-7 PM In the Children's Department, 2001 Delmar Ave Questions? Call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238

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