Archive for January, 2018

Tax Preparation available @ Six Mile Regional Library District

Friday, January 19th, 2018

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Tax Preparation available @ Six Mile Regional Library District

Granite City – January 19, 2018

You can get more than a library card at the Six Mile Regional Library District!  Soon, at the Delmar Avenue library, you can also have your taxes filed.

In partnership with Gateway EITC (earned income tax credit) Community Coalition, GCS Credit Union, and the Internal Revenue Service, Six Mile Regional Library District is pleased to announce that the Delmar Avenue library is a place for low to moderate income households to receive free tax preparation services.  Households earning below $54,000 a year can make an appointment to have their taxes prepared and filed for free.

Our IRS trained and certified preparers will prepare your tax return and e-file it for free.  Receive your refund in 7-10 days when you take advantage of direct deposit, for free.  You may also qualify to receive up to $6,318 cash back when you claim the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC).

Tax preparation services are offered by appointment only on Saturdays, February 3 – April 7, 2018. 

Our mission:  The Library makes a significant difference in the everyday lives of the people, institutions, and communities of Granite City, Mitchell, and Pontoon Beach by listening, understanding, and then transforming needs into proactive library services.

For more information and to make an appointment, please call the research desk at 618-452-6238 ext. 730.

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Contacts:    Juliette Douglas, Deputy Director (618) 452-6238 ext. 782

Tina Hubert, Executive Director (618) 452-6238 ext. 781


SMRLD Receives Project Next Generation Grant for “Six Mile Community Voices Project”-Press Release

Tuesday, January 9th, 2018

For Immediate Release

SMRLD Receives Project Next Generation Grant for “Six Mile Community Voices Project”

Granite City, IL

Beginning February 10th, area youth ages 10-14 will have the opportunity to create their own short films. Six Mile Regional Library District received a Project Next Generation Grant from the Illinois State Library to fund the “Six Mile Community Voices Project”; a series of eleven weekly workshops introducing filmmaking concepts. The workshops will provide hands-on experience and feature guest speakers.  Grant participants will create two films: a veteran interview which will become part of the Illinois Veterans History Project, and a short film about their lives and community. The grant funds purchased film equipment, accompanying materials, a selection of filmmaking titles for youth, and support personnel. Funding for this grant was awarded by the Illinois State Library, a Department of the Office of Secretary of State, using funds provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services, under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA).

Kate Kite, Research & Instruction/Teen Services Librarian, wrote the grant and is coordinating the project. Erica Hanke-Young, Youth Services Manager, is heavily involved in the project as well. Our mission: The Library makes a significant difference in the everyday lives of the people, institutions, and communities of Granite City, Mitchell, and Pontoon Beach by listening, understanding, and then transforming needs into proactive library services.

The “Six Mile Community Voices Project” is focusing on, but not limited to, veterans and youth in the 62040 zip code. There is still room in the project for more veteran and youth participation. If you are interested in participating or learning more, contact (618) 452-6238 ext. 755.

Contacts: Kate Kite 452-6238 ext. 755 [email protected]

                    Erica Hanke-Young 452-6238 ext. 787 [email protected]

For more information and updates please visit our Project Next Generation page

 


Want to become a Library Trustee and Join the SMRLD Board of Directors?

Monday, January 8th, 2018

Now Accepting Applications

Want to become a Library Trustee and Join the SMRLD Board of Directors?

The Six Mile Regional Library District Board of Trustees is seeking candidates to fill vacancies on our seven-member Board, which sets the library’s tax levy and budget as well as library policies.   Since 1990, when the library became a district, the board has levied taxes for the purposes of maintaining a library for District residents.  The library derived 95% of its operating revenue from property taxes in fiscal year 2017.

Candidates may be selected to be interviewed by the Board.  The appointment of the individual chosen starts this spring and runs through April 2019.  Both positions will be up for election during the general consolidated election process in the spring of 2019; one for a six-year term and one to complete the remaining two-year term. At this time, the Board prefers to appoint a candidate who seriously considers running for election in 2019.

Responsibilities and Duties

Attend Board meetings

Preview the agenda, minutes and documents before each meeting

Participate in discussion and decision making at each meeting

Commit time outside of meetings for the work of the Board

Be knowledgeable about the goals, plans, history, and future of the library

Represent the library at community events, be visible and accessible

Have a sincere commitment to the purpose and mission of the library

Be informed about library issues through state and national library organizations

Be an advocate for the library community

Eligibility and Qualifications

Qualified elector/registered voter residing in the library district (62040)

Relevant professional, volunteer, or board experience

Knowledge of community interests

 

Submit your application, letter of interest, and resume/cv via email to

[email protected] (preferred) or hand deliver to 2001 Delmar Avenue, by February 5, 2018.

The resume/cv provides the following information: schools/degrees attained/year of graduation; present occupation & employer/# of years with this employer (previous if retired); current and past board, civic, and other volunteer/community activities. 

SMRLD Board Application-FILLABLE

 

 


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Upcoming Events

  • Donate your old bike! May 1, 2025 – May 31, 2025 2145 Johnson Rd Granite City, IL 62040 Donate your old bike!Drop off bicycles throughout the month of May at the Johnson Road Library, 2145 Johnson RdThe library is partnering with Madison County Transit to collect any and all bicycles! The bikes are donated to BWorks which is  an organization that helps kids earn a free bike while teaching them about bicycle safety and maintenance.…
  • Sit, Stay, Read with Got Your Six therapy Dogs May 15, 2025 at 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm Six Mile Regional Library District - Johnson Road Branch, 2145 Johnson Rd, Granite City, IL 62040, USA Sit, Stay, Read with Got Your Six therapy dogsEvery 3rd Thursday:March 20April 17May 156:30-7:30 PMSMRLD, 2145 Johnson RdFor children, grades K-8, come practice reading or just talk with a trained therapy dog!Questions? Email [email protected] or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720
  • Saturday Play & Learn For Babies & Toddlers May 17, 2025 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, March 15Saturday, April 19Saturday, May 17*10 AM at SMRLD2001 Delmar Ave Stories, Songs, & Slightly Messier Playtime*May Play & Learn will be a Baby/Toddler Prom!Questions? Email [email protected] or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720
  • Baby Prom May 17, 2025 at 10:00 am – 11:00 am Baby PromOpen to Babies & ToddlersSaturday, May 1710:00 AMSMRLD, 2001 Delmar AveProm isn’t just for highschool anymoreDress up in your finest to dance (and play) the morning away!Fancy dress is encouraged but not required.Questions? Email [email protected] or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720
  • All Wound Up! May 17, 2025 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, March 15th - Beginner CrochetSaturday, April 19th -  Beginner KnittingSaturday, May 17th - Beginner Knitting2145 Johnson RoadRegister at tinyurl.com/allwoundup2 or call 618-452-6238

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