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2026 Summer Reading Challenge

Plant a Seed, Read

May 28 Through July 25

Motherhood Support Groups
In-person:  1st Friday of Month: June 5, July 3, and August 7 at SMRLD, 2001 Delmar Ave at 10 AM
Virtual: Friday, June 5, Wednesday, July 8, and Friday, August 7 on Zoom at 6 PM to register visit https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/l1Y1DGQLQEGTUBP8gjL8OQ#/registration
Join our community of current or expecting moms to share experiences, receive information and resources and feel supported in your motherhood journey!
Refreshments Provided
Resources & Giveaways
Guest Speakers
Children Welcome – Activities Available
Certified Doulas Available
As a partnership with the Madison County Alliance for Children and Families, an Alliance member or library staff will be available to facilitate discussion.
**This program is not a replacement for mental health services.
Questions? Email [email protected] or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720
 
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]
Eye Thrive Visits SMRLD
Monday, July 27 from 9AM-2PM
SMRLD, 2001 Delmar Ave Granite City, IL 62040
Free eye exams for kids ages 4-18!
  • Arrive early; appointments are given on a first come, first served basis
  • Appointments accepted starting at 8:30 AM; registration closes at 11 AM
  • All services provided at no cost
  • Services include a comprehensive eye exam and, if needed, prescription glasses
  • Most glasses are made an dispensed on-site
  • Capacity on-board is limited; only patients are allowed on the vehicle
Questions? Email [email protected] or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720
 
2026 Summer Reading Finale – Movie
Friday, July 31
2 PM
at The Granite City Cinema
 Children and teen reading challenge finishers can celebrate with a private movie screening with free drink and popcorn!

Shark Week Challenge 2026
August 1-8
Open to children and teens.
Register Online at smrld.beanstack.com or with the Beanstack Tracker App.
Read a shark/ocean book & complete 2 activities
Stop by either library location for your shark themed prize!

Adult Services Department Presents
2026 Adult Summer Reading Challenge
Plant a Seed, Read
Register for the Challenge online through smrld.beanstack.com, the Beanstack app, or pick up the log at either library.
Once registered, you are eligible for the weekly tote bag drawing!
Log all the books you read or listen to from   May 28 to July 25.
For every two books read, earn a ticket to enter in our grand prize drawing for a grocery gift card!

Adult Summer Craft Series
Saturdays 11-12:30PM
18+ Adult craft
2001 Delmar Ave
June 13: Clothespin Photo Garlands
July 25: Trinket Trays
August 8: Coffee Spill Bookmarks

Call 618-452-6238 to register

Job Search Training Session Series
presented by expert, Frank Alaniz

Keywords for Linkedin Utilizing GIT  – Tuesday, June 16
Interviewing for the Experienced Worker- Tuesday, July 21
Ask Frank Day Workforce Consultant – Tuesday, August 18

11:30 AM-1PM

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.
Book Club!
Join the Six Mile Regional Library Book Club
The Guncle by Steven Rowley: Monday, June 29 11 AM at Meme’s Coffee Shop, 1529 Johnson Rd or Tuesday, June 30 6:30 PM at SMRLD, 2001 Delmar Ave
The Dirty Life by Kristin Kimball: Monday, July 27 11 AM at Meme’s Coffee Shop, 1529 Johnson Rd or Tuesday, July 28 6:30 PM at SMRLD, 2001 Delmar Ave
Maine by J Courtney Sullivan: Monday, August 31 11 AM at Meme’s Coffee Shop, 1529 Johnson Rd or Tuesday, August 25 6:30 PM at SMRLD, 2001 Delmar Ave
Copies of the book are available at both libraries.
Questions? Call 618-452-6238 ext. 785
All Wound Up
Yarn Crafts 11AM – 1PM
Saturday, June 20 – Knitting
Saturday, July 18 – Crochet Amigurumi
Saturday, August 15 – Crochet Amigurumi
Limited to 8 people
2145 Johnson Road
Register at tinyurl.com/allwoundup2 or call 618-452-6238
Beginner Yoga Class
Every Saturday in August
Starts at 9 AM
Wilson Park
Centennial Pavilion
off 29th Street
Please bring your own mat no registration required
Thank you,
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

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Upcoming Events

  • 2026 Summer Reading Challenge - All Ages May 28, 2026 – July 25, 2026 2026 Children’s Summer Reading ChallengeRegister online at smrld.beanstack.com, with the Beanstack Tracker App, or at either library location and you will be entered in a weekly drawing for STL Cardinals tickets!Stop by either library location to pick up a starter bag!Log books you read or listen to between June 1 and July 27Read 10 books to complete the challenge & receive…
  • Dinos in the Garden Presented by the Missouri Botanical Garden June 17, 2026 at 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm Six Mile Regional Library District, 2001 Delmar Ave, Granite City, IL 62040, USA Dinos in the GardenPresented by the Missouri Botanical GardenWednesday, June 1712 PMSMRLD, 2001 Delmar AveAges 3-12Explore what plants were on the menu for our herbivore friends and create a miniature garden for a small dino to call home.Call 618-452-6238 to register!Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Photographs may be taken at all events and activities to…

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