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National Library Week Scavenger Hunt
April 7th – April 12th
Complete and return the provided scavenger hunt form to either library locations circulation desk for a National Library Week Bookmark
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
March 19; April 16; and May 21
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 jevans@chestnut.org
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 jevans@chestnut.org
Donate your old bike!
Drop off bicycles throughout the month of May at the Johnson Road Library, 2145 Johnson Rd
The library is partnering with Madison County Transit to collect any and all bicycles! The bikes are donated to BWorks which is an organization that helps kids earn a free bike while teaching them about bicycle safety and maintenance. Through the program kids learn problem-solving, teamwork, and independence, and at the end, they earn their own bike, helmet, light, and lock.
For questions call 618-452-6238 ext. 785
For questions call 618-452-6238 ext. 785
FREE COMIC BOOK DAY!
Saturday, May 3rd
Pick up comics at either of our locations!
Youth, Teen, & Adult TItles Available
While Supplies Last
Questions? Email ys@smrld.org or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720
Adult Services Department Presents:
Free for All: The Public Library Film Screening
Thursday, April 10 | 5:30 – 6:30PM | 2001 Delmar Ave
Join SMRLD to celebrate National Library Week with a screening of a new PBS documentary, “Free for All.” The film explores how public libraries shaped this country and continue to be a sanctuary for Americans everywhere. Free and open to the public, no tickets required. The screening will be held in the Training & Events room at our 2001 Delmar location. The event is geared toward adults, but should be appropriate for all ages.
Upcycled Scrabble Tile Necklaces
Saturday, April 12th
2 PM at 2001 Delmar Ave
2 PM at 2001 Delmar Ave
April 13th is National Scrabble Day! Celebrate with us on
April 12th to make a customized necklace from a Scrabble tile.
Registration required – Space is limited!
Sign up by emailing research@smrld.org or by calling 618-452-6238 ext 730
April 12th to make a customized necklace from a Scrabble tile.
Registration required – Space is limited!
Sign up by emailing research@smrld.org or by calling 618-452-6238 ext 730
Legal Information Series with Land of Lincoln Legal Aid
at the 2001 Delmar Ave Library
Tuesday, April 15 6:30PM: Parental Rights & Responsibilities
Discover how the court decides visitation, custody, & child support, and the role mediation and parenting classes.
Thursday, May 1 6:30PM: Landlord/Tenant Basics
Understand what to do before signing a lease, your obligations, and how the eviction process works.
Discover how the court decides visitation, custody, & child support, and the role mediation and parenting classes.
Thursday, May 1 6:30PM: Landlord/Tenant Basics
Understand what to do before signing a lease, your obligations, and how the eviction process works.
While the attorneys from Land of Lincoln Legal Aid will not be able to provide legal advice for your specific situation, they will explain your rights and guide you through some of the steps taken for family and rental issues.
Spring Craft Series
Join us for a Crafternoon
Saturday
Saturday
April 26 – Wind Chimes
May 24 – Birdhouses
2-3:30 PM
2001 Delmar Ave
18+ Adult craft
Registration Required
Call 618-452-6238 ext 730 to register today!
2001 Delmar Ave
18+ Adult craft
Registration Required
Call 618-452-6238 ext 730 to register today!
Job Search Training Session Series
presented by expert, Frank Alaniz
Creating Your Resume – Tuesday, March 18th 3rd from 12 PM – 1:30 PM
Interviewing Skills – Tuesday, April 22nd from 12 PM – 1:30 PM
Networking with LinkedIn – Tuesday, May 20th from 12 PM – 1:30 PM
Library Training and Events Room, 2001 Delmar Ave, In person and via Zoom.
Come in person and receive a five minute review of your resume
Registration is required. Please call 618-452-6238 or go to https://tinyurl.com/smrldjobs2025 to register.
Book Club!
Join the Six Mile Regional Library Book Club
A Woman of No Importance by Sonia Purnell – Monday, March 31 at 11:00 AM Meme’s Coffee Shop, 1529 Johnson Rd or Tuesday, March 25 at 6:30 PM 2001 Delmar Ave
Eight Perfect Murders by Peter Swanson – Monday, April 28 at 11:00 AM Meme’s Coffee Shop,1529 Johnson Rd or Tuesday, April 29 at 6:30 PM 2001 Delmar Ave
The Women of the Copper Country by Mary Doria Russell – Monday, May 19 at 11:00 AM Meme’s Coffee Shop, 1529 Johnson Rd or Tuesday, May 27 at 6:30 PM 2001 Delmar Ave
Copies of the book are available at both libraries.
Questions? Call 618-452-6238 ext. 785
Illinois Libraries Present – watch online or join us at 2001 Delmar Ave for a watch party!
Tue, March 4 | 7 PM – Exploring Space with Coralie Adam: Registration link: https://bit.ly/ILP_CoralieAdam
March 21-23 – Documentary Screening: 9to5: The Story of a Movement
Registration link: https://bit.ly/ILP_9to5
Thu, April 10 | 7 PM – The Art of Foraging with Alexis Nikole Nelson: Registration link: https://bit.ly/ILP_AlexisNikoleNelson
Sat, May 3 | 2 PM – Art and Adventures with Author/Illustrator Dan Santat (Youth Program)
Registration link: https://bit.ly/ILP_DanSantat
Tue, May 13 | 7 PM – Poverty: A Discussion with Matthew Desmond
Registration link: https://bit.ly/ILP_
These events are made possible by Illinois Libraries Present (ILP), a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering premier events. ILP is funded in part by a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library, a department of the Office of Secretary of State, using funds provided by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services, under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act.
ILP is committed to inclusion and accessibility. To request accommodations, email illinoislibrariespresent@gmail.com
All Wound Up
Beginning yarn crafts 11AM – 1PM
Saturday, March 15th – Beginner Crochet
Saturday, April 19th – Beginner Knitting
Saturday, May 17th – Beginner Knitting
Saturday, May 17th – Beginner Knitting
Limited to 8 people
2145 Johnson Road
Register at tinyurl.com/allwoundup2 or call 618-452-6238
Register at tinyurl.com/allwoundup2 or call 618-452-6238
SMRLD Walking Club
Join us for a walk around
Wilson Park
every 3rd Monday
April – October
5 PM
Meet at Ice Rink parking lot
Wilson Park
every 3rd Monday
April – October
5 PM
Meet at Ice Rink parking lot
April 21; May 19; June 16; July 21; August 18; September 15; and October 20
Cancellations due to weather will be announced via Facebook by 2 PM on the day of the event.
Questions? Call 618-452-6238 ext 730 or email damanager@smrld.org
Community Shred Event!
Saturday, May 3 at SMRLD, 2001 Delmar Ave from 10AM – 12PM
Have you done some spring cleaning? Need to get rid of old paper documents?
Bring your paper items to the 2001 Delmar Ave Library to be shredded with the SHRED IT Truck! The documents are shredded right on the truck and you can watch your documents go through the machine.
Questions? Call 618-452-6238 ext 785
Questions? Call 618-452-6238 ext 785
1-on-1 Technology Instruction
Appointments with personalized instruction are available for up to 1.5 hours in the following areas:
New device assistance; Laptop;Smartphone; Tablet; Internet basics; Search basics; Computer security basics; Windows basics; and More! Just ask!
New device assistance; Laptop;
Call 618-452-6238 ext. 784 to make your appointment.
The Six Mile Regional Library District (SMRLD) is proud to provide high-quality service for all ages. The Adult Services Department focuses on providing materials, programs, reference assistance, readers’ advisory, print & electronic resources, DVDs & CDs, and more for persons age 13 and over.
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