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:

Winter Reindeer Party

Thursday, December 16th

5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
at SMRLD, 2001 Delmar Ave

See and Learn About Real Reindeer from Show Me Reindeer!
First 100 kids will receive a gift bag of goodies.

Questions? Call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238

Spread the Warmth by Reading!

All Ages Winter Reading Challenge!
December 16th through January 31st

This year’s winter reading grand prize will be split between the local nonprofit groups with your help!

Every book you read  during the Winter Challenge is a vote for one of the  local nonprofit groups!
Sign up at either library location or online with our Beanstack app or www.smrld.beanstack.com

Questions? Email [email protected] or call 452-6238 ext. 755

Chinese New Year Family Celebration

Tuesday, February 1st
6 PM
at SMRLD 2001 Delmar Ave

Come Learn Holiday Traditions & Enjoy Stories, Crafts, & More!

Questions? Email [email protected] or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238

Kids:

Story Time

Enjoy stories, music and crafts!

Mondays at 10 AM at SMRLD 2001 Delmar Ave
&
Thursdays at 6 PM at SMRLD 2145 Johnson Road

Questions? Call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238

Legos

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

Music & Movement

Fun Music Program with Interactive Songs & Movements, For Babies & Toddler

Friday, December 10
Friday, January 14 & 28
Friday, February 11 & 25

10 AM  at SMRLD 2001 Delmar Ave

Questions? Email [email protected] or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238

S.T.E.A.M. Take Home Kits

Science Technology Engineering Arts Math

December: Blow Painting
January: Exploding Baggies
February: Q-tip Launcher
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

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!