Teens

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

Things to Do: Event Calendar or Brochure

All Ages:

All Ages Summer Reading Challenge: Finding Your Voice
June 1 – July 21
Register online at smrld.beanstack.com,
with the Beanstack Tracker App, or at either library location
Friends of the Library Annual Book Sale
Wilson Park Ice Rink
Hardback Books – $1
Paperbacks, Children’s Books, & DVDs – 50 cents
Special items are priced separately.
6/1 Thursday – 6 PM to 9 PM Preview Sale.  Admission $5.00.
6/2 Friday – 4 PM to 8 PM  Free Admission.
6/3 Saturday – 9 AM til Noon  Free Admission. A bag of books can be purchased for $6.00.
https://www.smrld.org/about/friends-of-the-library-2/
2023 All Ages Summer Reading Finale
Saturday, July 29
10 AM at SMRLD 2145 Johnson Rd
Get Your T-shirt Prize at the Shirts Galore Mobile Printer &
Enjoy the Foam Party! Dress for Mess!

Teens:

2023 Teen Summer Reading Challenge
Register online at smrld.beanstack.com, with the Beanstack Tracker App, or at either library location.
Stop by either library location to pick up a free book to get you started.
Read anything one hour each week of the program (June 1 and July 21) and you will be entered in a weekly drawing for a prize!
Read one hour all 8 weeks and receive a 2023 Summer Reading T-shirt at the finale!
Must be at Finale to get the t-shirt.
Questions? Email [email protected] or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720
Teen Art Take Home Kits
For Grades 7-12
June: Mini Canvas Painting
July: Wreck This Journal
 Pick up a kit with supplies and instructions at either library location while supplies last.
Teen Cuisine: Cooking Class
in partnership with University of Illinois Extension
For Grades 7-12
June 5-9 from 1-3 PM
SMRLD, 2001 Delmar Ave
Teens must be able to attend all class dates. Space is limited. Call the YS Department at 618-452-6238 to register.
Creating Your Own Cartoon Characters
Teen Summer Reading Program
for Grades 7-12
Friday, July 14
4 PM
SMRLD, 2001 Delmar Ave
Learn how to draw cartoon characters with Will Stuck!
Questions? Email [email protected] or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720
Teen & Tween Sharknado Craft
Grades 5 – 12
Saturday,
August 12 | 2 PM
SMRLD, 2001 Delmar Ave
Drop in and make a shark tornado!
Questions? Email [email protected] or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720
TAG = Teen Advisory Group
TAG is for volunteers ages 13-17 who use their voice to improve the library’s teen services, materials, and so much more!
Meetings are 12-1 PM @ 2001 Delmar Ave
Saturday, Jun. 10, Jul. 22, Aug. 19
at 2001 Delmar Ave
Tell us what you think!
Questions? Email [email protected] or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720
Nintendo Switch
Every Saturday, 1-4 PM
Teen Room, 2001 Delmar Ave
Grades 7-12
For more information email: [email protected]

Teen Digital Library

 

Find what you need for your next assignment or to ace that test! 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.


2001 Delmar

OpenToday: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

2145 Johnson

OpenToday: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Upcoming Events

  • All Ages Summer Reading Challenge June 1, 2023 – July 21, 2023 All Ages Summer Reading Challenge: Finding Your VoiceJune 1 - July 21Register online at smrld.beanstack.com,with the Beanstack Tracker App, or at either library location
  • Teen Advisory Group June 10, 2023 at 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Six Mile Regional Library District, 2001 Delmar Ave, Granite City, IL 62040, USA TAG = Teen Advisory GroupTAG is for volunteers ages 13-17 who use their voice to improve the library's teen services, materials, and so much more!Meetings are 12-1 PM @ 2001 Delmar AveSaturday, Jun. 10, Jul. 22, Aug. 19at 2001 Delmar AveTell us what you think!Questions? Email [email protected] or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720
  • Teen DIY June 10, 2023 at 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm 2001 Delmar Ave, Granite City, IL 62040, USA Space is limited. Registration is Recommended Questions? Call 452-6238
  • Teen Cuisine: Cooking Class June 10, 2023 at 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Six Mile Regional Library District, 2001 Delmar Ave, Granite City, IL 62040, USA Teen Cuisine: Cooking Classin partnership with University of Illinois ExtensionFor Grades 7-12June 5-9 from 1-3 PMSMRLD, 2001 Delmar AveTeens must be able to attend all class dates. Space is limited. Call the YS Department at 618-452-6238 to register.
  • Nintendo Switch June 10, 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]

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