The Six Mile Regional Library District (SMRLD) is proud to provide high-quality service for all ages. The Youth Services focuses on providing programs, materials, and research help for children from birth through age 12. Teen Services focuses on children ages 12 through 18. See the Teen page for more information.
Things to Do: Event Calendar or Brochure
Youth Services Department Presents:
LEGO BIONICLE Night
Let’s Brick!
For Tweens, Grades 5-8
Every 1st Thursday
5 – 7 PM
December 1
January 5
February 2
SMRLD, 2001 Delmar Ave
Questions? Email [email protected] or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720
Play & Learn For Babies & Toddlers
Fridays, December 9 & 23
Fridays, January 13 & 27
Fridays, February 10 & 24
10 AM at SMRLD
2001 Delmar Ave
Questions? Email [email protected] or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720
Holiday Story Time with Local Author of Jolly Jimma, Marley Walls
Monday, December 12
10 AM
SMRLD, 2145 Johnson Rd
Enjoy Stories, songs, and a Craft!
Questions? Email
[email protected] or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720
Winter Reindeer Party – All Ages
Thursday, December 15
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
COZY UP with a Good Book – All Ages Winter Reading Program
December 15 through February 2
Read one hour each week of the program and you will be entered in a drawing for a prize!
The drawings begin on Friday, December 23 so log your reading on Beanstack or turn in your log each week by Friday at 5PM.
Each week is a new opportunity so make sure to log those minutes!
Sit, Stay, Read with Got Your Six Therapy Dogs
For children, grades K-8, come practice reading
or just talk with a trained therapy dog!
Every 3rd Tuesday | 6:30-7:30 PM
December 20
January 17
February 21
SMRLD, 2145 Johnson Rd
Questions? Call 618-452-6238 ext. 785
Meet the Author, Jonathan Ferry – All Ages
A Family Program
Saturday, January 14
2 PM
SMRLD, 2001 Delmar Ave
Meet the author, hear about his book, Across the Battlefield, and get some tips on playing chess. Feel free to stay after and play a few games at the library!
Questions? Email
[email protected] or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720
Lunar New Year Celebration – All Ages
Saturday, January 21st
3-5 PM
2001 Delmar Ave
Join us for family fun: learn about different Asian cultures, enjoy snacks, games, and more!
Questions? Email
[email protected] or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720
Make Your Own Valentine Pop-up Cards
For children, grades 3-8
Saturday, February 4
2-4 PM
2001 Delmar Ave
Drop in and make Valentines cards!
Questions? Email [email protected] or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720
S.T.E.A.M. Take Home Kits
Science Technology Engineering Arts Math
December: Flying Balloon Reindeer
January: Snow Slime
February: Kaleidoscopes
For Grades 2-6
Pick 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
Enjoy stories, music and crafts!
Mondays at 10 AM at SMRLD 2001 Delmar Ave
Questions? Call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238
Come Build with Us!
Every Tuesday
5 – 7 PM in the Children’s Department, 2001 Delmar Ave
Questions? Call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
Register at Either Library Location or
Keep Book Log
Every 100 Books – Visit either library location and receive a sticker.
500 Books – Your child will receive a free book.
1000 Books – Your child will receive a free book and a backpack.
Questions? Call 618-452-6238 ext 720
Kid’s Digital Library
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.
Parents & Educators
Parent/Teacher Collection: SMRLD maintains a collection of resources for parents and teachers as part of our parent-teacher collection. The Parent-Teacher collection includes resources for serving youth with special needs, curriculum development, and much much more. This collection is housed in the children’s department at the Delmar Avenue location.
Useful Links
Accelerated Reader Bookfinder: Allows you to search for books with corresponding Renaissance Accelerated Reader 360® quiz.
Lexile Framework for Reading: Lexile measures help your child grow and improve his or her reading skills. Find books according to Lexile numbers, find the Lexile number of a book and track the growth of your child’s reading skills.
Need Help with Research & Homework? Access Online Resources Here!
The Six Mile Regional Library District (SMRLD) is proud to provide high-quality service for all ages. The Youth Services Department focuses on providing materials and programs for children from birth through 12th grade.
Programs, Reference Assistance, Readers’ Advisory, Print & Electronic Resources, DVDs & CDs, And more!
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