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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

All Ages:

Therapy Dog on Duty
Third Wednesday of each month
12-1 PM at SMRLD, 2001 Delmar Ave
February 19
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!
Chestnut Health Systems Mobile Unit at SMRLD
Every 3rd Wednesday of the Month from 3 – 5 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]

Youth Services Department Presents:

S.T.E.A.M. Take Home Kits
Science Technology Engineering Arts Math
February: Slime
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
Kids Valentine Crafts
Wednesday, February 12 | 2-4 PM
SMRLD, 2001 Delmar Ave
For Children, Ages 5-12
Drop in and make your own valentines.
Questions? Email [email protected]or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720
Play & Learn For Babies & Toddlers
Fridays, February 14 & 28
10 AM at SMRLD, 2001 Delmar Ave
Questions? Email [email protected]or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720
Saturday Play & Learn For Babies & Toddlers
Saturday, February 15
10 AM at SMRLD
2001 Delmar Ave
Stories, Songs, & Slightly Messier Playtime
Questions? Email [email protected]or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720

Sit, Stay, Read with Got Your Six therapy dogs
Every 3rd Thursday:
  • February 20

6:30-7:30 PM
SMRLD, 2145 Johnson Rd

For 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
America Reads Tutor

Available for Students K-12 Grade
1 Hour Sessions
First Come, First Served

Wednesday from 4-8 PM
Friday from 4-6 PM
Saturdays from 9 AM-3 PM

SMRLD, Youth Services Dept, 2001 Delmar Ave

This notice does not constitute an endorsement by the Board of Education and is delivered solely as a public service.

Story Time
Enjoy stories, music, and crafts!
Mondays at 10 AM
SMRLD, 2145 Johnson Rd
Questions? Email [email protected] or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720
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Legos
Come Build with Us!
Every Tuesday
4 – 7 PM
In the Children’s Department, 2001 Delmar Ave
Questions? Email [email protected] or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720
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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? Email [email protected] or call the Youth Services department at 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!

 

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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!

2001 Delmar

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2145 Johnson

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Upcoming Events

  • Closed in Observance of Presidents' Day February 17, 2025 Hours, Locations & Holidays
  • Digital Tuesday @ Pontoon Beach February 18, 2025 at 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Pontoon Beach Administration Building Board Room 1 Regency Parkway, Pontoon Beach, IL, United States Registration Required Call 618-452-6238, Ext 303 to register. Seating is limited.
  • Legos February 18, 2025 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 5 - 7 PM In the Children's Department, 2001 Delmar Ave Questions? Call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238
  • Therapy Dog on Duty February 19, 2025 at 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Therapy Dog on DutyThird Wednesday of each month from 12-1 PM at SMRLD, 2001 Delmar AveDecember 18January 15February 19  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…
  • Chestnut Health Systems Mobile Unit at SMRLD February 19, 2025 at 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm 2001 Delmar Ave, Granite City, IL 62040, USA Chestnut Health Systems Mobile Unit at SMRLD Every 3rd Wednesday of the Month from 3 - 5 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…

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