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

Teens:

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Teen Snow Globe Craft
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
5:30 PM at SMRLD, 2001 Delmar Ave
Call the Youth Services Department at 618-452-6238 to register.
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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 at 12 PM Saturday,
Dec. 9, Jan. 13, Feb. 10
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

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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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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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Free Tax Preparation
February 12 – April 15, 2024
2001 Delmar Ave
By Appointment Only
Registration opens January 18
The program is designed to help families with an annual income of less than $60,000.
This project is brought to you by the Gateway EITC Community Coalition and VITA.
Call 618-452-6238 Ext. 730 for appointments or more information
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Teens As Teachers Informational Meeting &  Pizza Party  
Wednesday, January 24
5:30 PM
SMRLD, 2001 Delmar Ave
Come for pizza. Stay to learn about the Teens as Teachers Program. 4-H Teen Teachers will develop their own leadership and teaching skills as they plan and implement hands-on learning experiences for younger children. You could also get volunteer hours.
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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Bad Art Night
For Tweens & Teens, Grades 5-12
Thursday, February 22
5 – 7 PM
2001 Delmar Ave
Drop in and make some art (good or bad) with provided supplies!
Questions? Email [email protected] or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720
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Wednesday Readers
Grades 7-12
Snacks | Crafts Games | Book Talks
in the Teen Room
Every Wednesday
5:30 PM 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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Nintendo Switch
Every Saturday, 1-4 PM
Teen Room, 2001 Delmar Ave
Grades 7-12
Questions? Email [email protected] or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720

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

ClosedToday: 11:00 am – 8:00 pm

2145 Johnson

ClosedToday: 11:00 am – 8:00 pm
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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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