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Rescheduled to May 8 – Chestnut Health Systems Mobile Unit at SMRLD
Every 4th Wednesday of the Month from 1 – 3 PM at 2001 Delmar Ave
Health care for babies, kids, and adults Need help with substance use or mental health concerns? They can make a referral.
To meet with a provider, please schedule an appointment by calling 618-512-1863 or emailing [email protected]
Donate your old bike!
Drop off bicycles throughout the month of May at the Johnson Road Library, 2145 Johnson Rd
The 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. Through the program kids learn problem-solving, teamwork, and independence, and at the end, they earn their own bike, helmet, light, and lock.
For questions call 618-452-6238 ext. 785
 FREE COMIC BOOK DAY!
Saturday, May 3rd
Pick up comics at either of our locations!
Youth, Teen, & Adult TItles Available
While Supplies Last
Questions? Email [email protected] or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720
Adult Services Department Presents:
Legal Information Series with Land of Lincoln Legal Aid
at the 2001 Delmar Ave Library
Thursday, May 1 6:30PM: Landlord/Tenant Basics
Understand what to do before signing a lease, your obligations, and how the eviction process works.
While the attorneys from Land of Lincoln Legal Aid will not be able to provide legal advice for your specific situation, they will explain your rights and guide you through some of the steps taken for family and rental issues.

Community Shred Event!
Saturday, May 3 at SMRLD, 2001 Delmar Ave from 10AM – 12PM
Have you done some spring cleaning? Need to get rid of old paper documents?
Bring your paper items to the 2001 Delmar Ave Library to be shredded with the SHRED IT Truck! The documents are shredded right on the truck and you can watch your documents go through the machine.
Questions? Call 618-452-6238 ext 785
Illinois Libraries Present – watch online or join us at 2001 Delmar Ave for a watch party!

Sat, May 3 | 2 PM – Art and Adventures with Author/Illustrator Dan Santat (Youth Program)
Registration link: https://bit.ly/ILP_DanSantat

Tue, May 13 | 7 PM – Poverty: A Discussion with Matthew Desmond
Registration link: https://bit.ly/ILP_MatthewDesmond
These events are made possible by Illinois Libraries Present (ILP), a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering premier events. ILP is funded in part by a grant 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.
ILP is committed to inclusion and accessibility. To request accommodations, email illinoislibrariespresent@gmail.com
All Wound Up
Beginning yarn crafts 11AM – 1PM
Saturday, May 17th – Beginner Knitting
Limited to 8 people
2145 Johnson Road
Register at tinyurl.com/allwoundup2 or call 618-452-6238
SMRLD Walking Club
Join us for a walk around
Wilson Park
every 3rd Monday
April – October
5 PM
Meet at Ice Rink parking lot
May 19; June 16; July 21; August 18; September 15; and October 20
Cancellations due to weather will be announced via Facebook by 2 PM on the day of the event.
Questions? Call 618-452-6238 ext 730 or email [email protected]
Job Search Training Session Series 
presented by expert, Frank Alaniz

Networking with LinkedIn – Tuesday, May 20th from 12 PM – 1:30 PM

Library Training and Events Room, 2001 Delmar Ave, In person and via Zoom.
Come in person and receive a five minute review of your resume
Registration is required. Please call 618-452-6238 or go to https://tinyurl.com/smrldjobs2025 to register.

Therapy Dog on Duty
Third Wednesday of each month
12-1 PM at SMRLD, 2001 Delmar Ave
May 21
Pawsitivity Counts presented by NAMI Southwest Illinois will be on hand with a trained therapy dog. All ages, including adults, are welcome to take advantage of the love of a friendly dog!
Feeling sad? Stressed? Lonely? Pet a dog!
Spring Craft Series
Join us for a Crafternoon
Saturday
May 24 – Birdhouses
2-3:30 PM
2001 Delmar Ave
18+ Adult craft
Registration Required
Call 618-452-6238 ext 730 to register today!
Book Club!
Join the Six Mile Regional Library Book Club
The Women of the Copper Country by Mary Doria Russell – Monday, May 19 at 11:00 AM Meme’s Coffee Shop, 1529 Johnson Rd or Tuesday, May 27 at 6:30 PM 2001 Delmar Ave
Copies of the book are available at both libraries.
Questions? Call 618-452-6238 ext. 785
1-on-1 Technology Instruction
Appointments with personalized instruction are available for up to 1.5 hours in the following areas:
New device assistance; Laptop; Smartphone; Tablet; Internet basics; Search basics; Computer security basics; Windows basics; and More! Just ask!
Call 618-452-6238 ext. 784 to make your appointment.
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The Six Mile Regional Library District (SMRLD) is proud to provide high-quality service for all ages.  The Adult Services Department focuses on providing materials, programs, reference assistance, readers’ advisory, print & electronic resources, DVDs & CDs, and more for persons age 13 and over.

2001 Delmar

ClosedToday: 11:00 am – 8:00 pm

2145 Johnson

ClosedToday: 11:00 am – 8:00 pm

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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