The Six Mile Regional Library District (SMRLD) is proud to provide high-quality service for all ages. Teen services focuses on providing programs, materials, and research help for ages 12-18. Youth services focuses on children 12 and under. See the Kids page for more information.
Things to Do:
Tabletop Tuesdays
Tuesdays — 6-7:30 PM
March 12 — 2001 Delmar Ave
March 26 — 2145 Johnson Rd
Interested in tabletop gaming?
Grades 7-12 can learn how to play Dungeons & Dragons and a
variety of card/board games in our new gaming series.
Players of all experience levels welcome!
Call 452-6238 ext 755 for more information.
Graphic Novel Book Club
Grades 7-12
Join us in the SMRLD 2001 Delmar Avenue Teen Room the
3rd Tuesday of the month from 6:30-7:30 PM.
March 19: Princeless V. 1 by Jeremy Whitley
April 15: American Born Chinese by Gene Luen Yang
May 21: Lumberjanes V. 1 by Noelle Stevenson
Copies the current selection can be picked up for check out at either library location.
Future books chosen by reader vote.
Snacks provided!
Call (618) 452-6238 ext 755 for additional information.
It’s Showtime at Your Library!
2019 All Ages Summer Reading Challenge
May 28 – July 26
Teen Cooking Course
Taught by the University of Illinois Extension’s Illinois Nutritional Educational Program
Cooking and nutrition basics for grades 7-12.
June 3rd-7th 2:30-4:30PM
2001 Delmar Ave
Learn the Basics: Kitchen Cooking, Safety, Nutrition , and Healthy Recipes
At the end of the course, you’ll have: New Cookbook, Kitchen Utensils, Certificate, and Lifelong Skills!
There is no cost, but registration is required.
Call 452-6238 ext 755 For more information or to register
It’s Showtime at Your Library!
Kick Off Party
Wednesday, June 5 – 6-7:30 PM
Civic Park, Niedringhaus Avenue
Featuring the Granite City Marching Warriors!
Questions? Call 618-452-6238 ext 730
Grades 7-12
Every Thursday — 3:30-5 PM
June 6 – August 1
2001 Delmar Ave
Play Dungeons & Dragons (5th Ed), Magic: The Gathering, and other tabletop games of your choosing!
All Experience Levels Welcome
For more information, contact 452-6238 ext 755
Tabletop Tuesdays
Tuesdays — 6-7:30 PM
June 11 — 2001 Delmar Ave
June 25 — 2145 Johnson Rd
July 9 — 2145 Johnson Rd
July 23 — 2145 Johnson Rd
August 13 — 2145 Johnson Rd
August 27 — 2145 Johnson Rd
Interested in tabletop gaming?
Grades 7-12 can learn how to play Dungeons & Dragons and a
variety of card/board games in our new gaming series,
through a partnership with Heroic Adventures
New & Experienced Players Welcome!
Call 452-6238 ext 755 for more information.
Podcasting 101:
Love Podcasts? Learn how to make your own!
Grades 7-12
Thursday, June 20 —6 – 7:30 PM
2001 Delmar Ave
Alex Smith and Jeff Daum, Creators & Hosts of the “They Create Worlds” Podcast,
will cover the basics of turning your passion into a podcast!
Learn about equipment, software, marketing, and more.
Call 452-6238 ext 755 for more information
Every Thursday — 1:30-3 PM
June 20 – July 18
2001 Delmar Ave
Grades 7-12
Stop by and try out our video tech!
Stop Motion Animation, Green Screen, Video Cameras, Editing Software, and More!
For more information, contact 452-6238 ext 755
Nintendo Switch Gaming – Every Saturday at 2001 Delmar Avenue Teen Room from 1-4. Grades 6-12.
Volunteens –
Want to help out at your library? Excellent!
Our volunteens can help out in a few different areas:
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- Children’s Programs – You can help onsite at our summer reading programs.
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- Computer Assistance – You can help others learn and navigate technology.
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- Homework Assistance – You can help children and peers succeed in school.
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- Bilingual Opportunities – Can you speak a second language? You could help us help our community.
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- Teen Advisory Group (TAG) – You can help improve Teen services at the library. See more about TAG below.
- Friends of the Library (FOL) Book Sale – You can assist the Friends of the Library with their annual book sales.
Have another idea of how you can work with the library? We’d be glad to hear it!
Getting Started:
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- Read our Volunteer Policy
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- Fill out a Volunteer Form
- Return it to either library location
The Volunteen Coordinator will contact you about opportunities in your interest areas. All of the forms and information are available at either library location.
Teen Digital Library
Find what you need for your next assignment or to ace that test! Find books, audiobooks, comics, 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.
