Teens
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: Event Calendar or Brochure
All Ages:
2025 Summer Reading Challenge
June 1 – July 21
Challenges for all ages
Register online at smrld.beanstack.com, with the Beanstack Tracker App, or at either library location
Therapy Dog on Duty
Third Wednesday of each month
12-1 PM at SMRLD, 2001 Delmar Ave
12-1 PM at SMRLD, 2001 Delmar Ave
June 18, July 16, and August 20
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 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]
Shark Week Challenge 2025
August 4-9
Open to all ages.
Register Online at smrld.beanstack.com or with the Beanstack Tracker App.
Read 2 shark/ocean books & complete 2 activities
Register Online at smrld.beanstack.com or with the Beanstack Tracker App.
Read 2 shark/ocean books & complete 2 activities
Stop by either library location for your shark themed prize!
Questions? Email [email protected]
Teen Services Department Presents:
Reading Dragons
Join our new Reading Challenge
Open to Children and Teens
Starting June 2025
Read to earn Cards. Collect, trade & Play the Game!
Learn more at https://www.smrld.org/reading-dragons/
Questions? Email [email protected]
2025 Teen Summer Reading Challenge
Register online at smrld.beanstack.com, with the Beanstack Tracker App
Stop by either library location to pick up a free tote bag to keep your badges on.
Complete activities (like read an hour each week or attend a program) to earn badges.
Earn 6 badges and receive a ticket for the Summer Reading Finale movie screening with free drink and popcorn at the Granite City Cinema on Friday, July 25 at 2 PM
Stop by either library location to pick up a free tote bag to keep your badges on.
Complete activities (like read an hour each week or attend a program) to earn badges.
Earn 6 badges and receive a ticket for the Summer Reading Finale movie screening with free drink and popcorn at the Granite City Cinema on Friday, July 25 at 2 PM
Earn-A Bike class at Six Mile Regional Library District
Saturdays at 2 PM June 7 to July 19 at 2001 Delmar Ave (no class July 5)
Saturdays at 2 PM August 16 to September 27 at 2001 Delmar Ave (no class Aug 30)
This free, six-week-long, hands-on St. Louis BWorks class is for students ages 8 to 17 years old who can already ride a bike on their own. Over the course of six two-hours sessions with our dedicated instructors, students hone basic bike maintenance and safety skills. They earn a refurbished bike of their choosing plus a lock, lights, and helmet upon successful completion of the course.
Consistent, engaged attendance each week is required in order to take home a bike to keep.
Space is limited! Register at tinyurl.com/4743rzsy (June 7 launch) or tinyurl.com/mrxj24nx (August 16 launch) and send any questions to [email protected]
Tween/Teen Craft: Perler Beads
Wednesday, June 18
4-6 PM
SMRLD, 2001 Delmar Ave
4-6 PM
SMRLD, 2001 Delmar Ave
Drop in and create your own perler bead design!
Tween/Teen Craft: Pokemon Pom Poms
Wednesday, June 25
4-6 PM
SMRLD, 2001 Delmar Ave
4-6 PM
SMRLD, 2001 Delmar Ave
Drop in and create your own Pom Pom design!
Tween/Teen Craft: Dragon Eggs
Wednesday, July 2
4-6 PM
SMRLD, 2001 Delmar Ave
4-6 PM
SMRLD, 2001 Delmar Ave
Drop in and create your own dragon egg!
Tween/Teen: Owl Pellet Dissection
Wednesday, July 16
4-6 PM
SMRLD, 2001 Delmar Ave
SMRLD, 2001 Delmar Ave
Drop in and find out what that owl ate for lunch!
Teen Unwind
Open to Teens, Grades 7-12
Every Wednesday
5:30 PM
SMRLD, 2001 Delmar Ave
5:30 PM
SMRLD, 2001 Delmar Ave
Snacks, Crafts, Games
Nintendo Switch
Every Saturday, 1-4 PM
Teen Room, 2001 Delmar Ave
Grades 7-12
Teen Room, 2001 Delmar Ave
Grades 7-12
Questions? Email [email protected]
Teen Digital Library
Find what you need for your next assignment or to ace that test! 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.
You must be logged in to post a comment.