BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Metro East Star - ECPv6.17.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Metro East Star X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://metroeaststar.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Metro East Star REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T100000 DTSTAMP:20260602T133106Z CREATED:20260602T133106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T133106Z UID:48980-1786784400-1786788000@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Beginner Yoga Class DESCRIPTION:Beginner Yoga Class Every Saturday in August Starts at 9 AM Wilson Park Centennial Pavilion off 29th Street Please bring your own mat no registration required \nVenue: Six Mile Regional Library District\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/beginner-yoga-class-3/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T100000 DTSTAMP:20260729T133021Z CREATED:20260729T133021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T133021Z UID:51276-1786784400-1786788000@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Beginner Yoga Class DESCRIPTION:Beginner Yoga Class Every Saturday in August Starts at 9 AM Wilson Park Centennial Pavilion off 29th Street Please bring your own mat no registration required \nVenue: Six Mile Regional Library District\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/beginner-yoga-class-6/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T110000 DTSTAMP:20260602T133107Z CREATED:20260602T133106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T133107Z UID:48981-1786788000-1786791600@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Saturday Play & Learn For Babies & Toddlers DESCRIPTION:Saturday Play & Learn For Babies & Toddlers Saturday\, June 20 Saturday\, July 18 Saturday\, August 15 10 AM at SMRLD 2001 Delmar Ave Stories\, Songs\, & Slightly Messier Playtime Questions? Email ys@smrld.org or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720 \nVenue: Six Mile Regional Library District\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/saturday-play-learn-for-babies-toddlers-4/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T110000 DTSTAMP:20260729T133022Z CREATED:20260729T133022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T133022Z UID:51277-1786788000-1786791600@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Saturday Play & Learn For Babies & Toddlers DESCRIPTION:Saturday Play & Learn For Babies & Toddlers Saturday\, June 20 Saturday\, July 18 Saturday\, August 15 10 AM at SMRLD 2001 Delmar Ave Stories\, Songs\, & Slightly Messier Playtime Questions? Email ys@smrld.org or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720 \nVenue: Six Mile Regional Library District\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/saturday-play-learn-for-babies-toddlers-5/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T130000 DTSTAMP:20260602T133107Z CREATED:20260602T133107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T133107Z UID:48982-1786791600-1786798800@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:All Wound Up DESCRIPTION:All Wound Up Yarn Crafts 11AM – 1PM Saturday\, June 20 – Knitting Saturday\, July 18 – Crochet Amigurumi Saturday\, August 15 – Crochet Amigurumi Limited to 8 people 2145 Johnson Road Register at tinyurl.com/allwoundup2 or call 618-452-6238 \nVenue: Six Mile Regional Library District\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/all-wound-up-4/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T130000 DTSTAMP:20260729T133023Z CREATED:20260729T133023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T133023Z UID:51278-1786791600-1786798800@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:All Wound Up DESCRIPTION:All Wound Up Yarn Crafts 11AM – 1PM Saturday\, June 20 – Knitting Saturday\, July 18 – Crochet Amigurumi Saturday\, August 15 – Crochet Amigurumi Limited to 8 people 2145 Johnson Road Register at tinyurl.com/allwoundup2 or call 618-452-6238 \nVenue: Six Mile Regional Library District\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/all-wound-up-5/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T160000 DTSTAMP:20260602T133108Z CREATED:20260602T133108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T133108Z UID:48983-1786798800-1786809600@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Nintendo Switch DESCRIPTION:Nintendo Switch Every Saturday\, 1-4 PM Teen Room\, 2001 Delmar Ave Grades 7-12 Questions? Email ys@smrld.org or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720 \nVenue: Six Mile Regional Library District\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/nintendo-switch-23/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T160000 DTSTAMP:20260729T133024Z CREATED:20260729T133024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T133024Z UID:51279-1786798800-1786809600@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Nintendo Switch DESCRIPTION:Nintendo Switch Every Saturday\, 1-4 PM Teen Room\, 2001 Delmar Ave Grades 7-12 Questions? Email ys@smrld.org or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720 \nVenue: Six Mile Regional Library District\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/nintendo-switch-32/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260816T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260816T160000 DTSTAMP:20260813T133012Z CREATED:20260813T133012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T133012Z UID:51984-1786881600-1786896000@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Cancer Awareness Day DESCRIPTION:The Gateway Grizzlies are teaming up with Stridin’ & Survivin’ to raise funds for Fuel The Cure! \n \nCancer Awareness Day will be held on August 16\, 2026\, at Arsenal BG Ballpark. Gates open at 12:05\, and first pitch is at 1:05. Tickets are $16\, and $5 from each ticket goes back to Stridin’ & Survivin’ when you purchase using the QR code on the flyer or the link below:https://www.ticketreturn.com/TRMobile/#/tickets/select-event?HoldID=2337&SponsorID=19261&EventID=356253  \n \nTo date in 2026\, Fuel The Cure has provided gas card assistance to 184 cancer patients. In 2025\, assistance was provided to 99 patients. \n \nFor more information\, please email info@stridinandsurvivin.org or call 618-973-6298. \n \n  \n \n  \nVenue: Arsenal BG Ballpark\n2301 Grizzlie Bear Blvd East Saint Louis IL 62206 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/cancer-awareness-day/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/20056DB0-58A9-4CDC-8C55AA79A75BEF11.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260817T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260817T110000 DTSTAMP:20260602T133109Z CREATED:20260602T133109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T133109Z UID:48984-1786960800-1786964400@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Story Time DESCRIPTION:Enjoy stories\, music\, and crafts! Mondays at 10 AM SMRLD\, 2001 Delmar Ave & Thursdays at 2 PM SMRLD\, 2145 Johnson Rd Questions? Email ys@smrld.org or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720 \nVenue: Six Mile Regional Library District\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/story-time-36/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260817T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260817T110000 DTSTAMP:20260729T133024Z CREATED:20260729T133024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T133024Z UID:51280-1786960800-1786964400@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Story Time DESCRIPTION:Enjoy stories\, music\, and crafts! Mondays at 10 AM SMRLD\, 2001 Delmar Ave & Thursdays at 2 PM SMRLD\, 2145 Johnson Rd Questions? Email ys@smrld.org or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720 \nVenue: Six Mile Regional Library District\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/story-time-53/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T130000 DTSTAMP:20260602T133109Z CREATED:20260602T133109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T133109Z UID:48985-1787052600-1787058000@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Job Search Training Session Series DESCRIPTION:Job Search Training Session Series presented by expert\, Frank Alaniz Keywords for Linkedin Utilizing GIT  – Tuesday\, June 16 Interviewing for the Experienced Worker- Tuesday\, July 21 Ask Frank Day Workforce Consultant – Tuesday\, August 18 11:30 AM-1PM 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. \nVenue: Six Mile Regional Library District\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/job-search-training-session-series-6/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T130000 DTSTAMP:20260729T133025Z CREATED:20260729T133025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T133025Z UID:51281-1787052600-1787058000@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Job Search Training Session Series DESCRIPTION:Job Search Training Session Series presented by expert\, Frank Alaniz Keywords for Linkedin Utilizing GIT  – Tuesday\, June 16 Interviewing for the Experienced Worker- Tuesday\, July 21 Ask Frank Day Workforce Consultant – Tuesday\, August 18 11:30 AM-1PM 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. \nVenue: Six Mile Regional Library District\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/job-search-training-session-series-7/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T190000 DTSTAMP:20260602T133110Z CREATED:20260602T133110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T133110Z UID:48986-1787068800-1787079600@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Legos DESCRIPTION:Legos Come Build with Us! Every Tuesday 4 – 7 PM In the Children’s Department\, 2001 Delmar Ave Questions? Email ys@smrld.org or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720 \nVenue: Six Mile Regional Library District\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/legos-15/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T190000 DTSTAMP:20260729T133026Z CREATED:20260729T133026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T133026Z UID:51282-1787068800-1787079600@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Legos DESCRIPTION:Legos Come Build with Us! Every Tuesday 4 – 7 PM In the Children’s Department\, 2001 Delmar Ave Questions? Email ys@smrld.org or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720 \nVenue: Six Mile Regional Library District\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/legos-18/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T100000 DTSTAMP:20260808T133007Z CREATED:20260808T133007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T133007Z UID:51744-1787128200-1787133600@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Business Before Breakfast at Wine for the Win DESCRIPTION:Business Before Breakfast is a Chamber networking event hosted at Wine for the Win on August 19\, 2026. Attendees can start the morning by connecting with fellow Chamber members while enjoying a light breakfast and refreshments\, along with a featured program focused on business banking with your community bank. \n \nThis session features 1st National Bank of Waterloo and includes information on the Advantage Illinois Loan Program\, business deposit solutions\, and an Ask Your Banker Q&A. The event is open to all Chamber members. \n \n \nNetworking with local professionals\n \nFeatured speaker and practical business insights\n \nLight breakfast and refreshments\n \nBusiness Banking with Your Community Bank\n \nAsk Your Banker Q&A\n \nVenue: Wine for the Win\n300 Jarvis Ct\, Suite #4 Troy IL 62294 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/business-before-breakfast-at-wine-for-the-win/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/B74875E2-D6BB-46D5-8501335DCC98E6CD.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T193000 DTSTAMP:20260602T133111Z CREATED:20260602T133111Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T133111Z UID:48987-1787160600-1787167800@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Teen Unwind DESCRIPTION:Teen Unwind Open to Teens\, Grades 7-12 Every Wednesday 5:30 PM SMRLD\, 2001 Delmar Ave Snacks\, Crafts\, Games \nVenue: Six Mile Regional Library District\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/teen-unwind-24/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T193000 DTSTAMP:20260729T133026Z CREATED:20260729T133026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T133026Z UID:51283-1787160600-1787167800@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Teen Unwind DESCRIPTION:Teen Unwind Open to Teens\, Grades 7-12 Every Wednesday 5:30 PM SMRLD\, 2001 Delmar Ave Snacks\, Crafts\, Games \nVenue: Six Mile Regional Library District\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/teen-unwind-33/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T150000 DTSTAMP:20260602T133111Z CREATED:20260602T133111Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T133111Z UID:48988-1787234400-1787238000@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Story Time DESCRIPTION:Enjoy stories\, music\, and crafts! Mondays at 10 AM SMRLD\, 2001 Delmar Ave & Thursdays at 2 PM SMRLD\, 2145 Johnson Rd Questions? Email ys@smrld.org or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720 \nVenue: Six Mile Regional Library District\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/story-time-37/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T210000 DTSTAMP:20260730T133008Z CREATED:20260730T133008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T133008Z UID:51348-1787425200-1787432400@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:WSIE Music Series Event w/ Dawn Weber – August 22\, 7-9pm DESCRIPTION:Harold Square Outdoor Amphitheater\, Collinsville\, IL \n \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1422751322502166 \n \n***A suggested donation of $10 per entrant to benefit WSIE 88.7 The Sound.*** \n \nDawn Weber\, world-class trumpet player. Prolific songwriter. Stylish vocalist. Mesmerizing\, high-energy stage presence. Add it up and you get only one person– Dawn Weber. The St. Louis-based artist’s style ranges from jazz\, rock\, R&B\, swing\, and salsa to hip-hop\, electronic\, and funk. Weber was a member of popular St. Louis bands Vargas Swing\, Urban Jazz Naturals\, Mo and Dawn (The Remix Project) and Naked Rock Fight and is currently leading her own bands\, including the Electro Funk Assembly\, Gipsy Social\, and Dawn Weber & Good Company. Currently Dawn performs classically playing everything from solo literature to performing with various orchestras and chamber ensembles\, even the Saint Louis Symphony. \nVenue: Harold Square Outdoor Amphitheater\n113 E Clay Street Collinsville IL 62234 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/wsie-music-series-event-w-dawn-weber-august-22-7-9pm/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/B15EB7AA-4DD5-40A9-96B5803FBB77C2AE.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T130000 DTSTAMP:20260808T133010Z CREATED:20260808T133010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T133010Z UID:51746-1787743800-1787749200@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Culinary Boot Camp Experience at Troy Municipal Building DESCRIPTION:The Culinary Boot Camp Experience is an interactive chamber workshop focused on helping attendees better understand Chamber membership tools\, resources\, and promotional opportunities. Participants will learn more about the Menu of Services and leave with practical ideas they can use for their business or organization. \n \nThis session is geared toward marketing professionals\, administrative staff\, human resources teams\, sales professionals\, CEOs\, and business owners who want to make the most of their Chamber membership. \n \n \nDate: August 26\, 2026\n \nTime: 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM\n \nLocation: Troy Municipal Building\, 116 E Market St\, Troy\, IL 62294\n \nAdmission: First person free; additional attendees $12 each\n \nLunch will be provided; attendees should bring their own drink\n \nVenue: Troy Municipal Building\n116 E Market St Troy IL 62294 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/culinary-boot-camp-experience-at-troy-municipal-building/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/03B37BF6-BA71-4268-BADDBCAE05D84B60.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T170000 DTSTAMP:20260814T133007Z CREATED:20260814T133007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T133007Z UID:52027-1787997600-1788022800@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:St. Louis Comic Con 2026 DESCRIPTION:The St. Louis area Comic Con returns on Aug. 29th\, 2026! Featuring: Prime Comic Book Dealers\, Toy/TCG Vendors\, Artists\, Guest\, A Cosplay event\, and so much more! Free parking! Under 12 gets in free!  \nVenue: Gateway Center\n1 gateway Dr Collinsville IL 62234 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/st-louis-comic-con-2026/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/F165519F-9511-45D0-9C67D879EEFB7FCB.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T000000 DTSTAMP:20260811T133008Z CREATED:20260811T133008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T133008Z UID:51820-1788220800-1788220800@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:S.T.E.A.M. Take Home Kits DESCRIPTION:S.T.E.A.M. Take Home Kits Science Technology Engineering Arts Math September: Chromatography Leaves October: Halloween Straw Rockets November: Turkey Traps For Grades 2-6 Pick up a kit with supplies and instructions at either library location while supplies last. Questions? Email ys@smrld.org or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720 \nVenue: Six Mile Regional Library District\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/s-t-e-a-m-take-home-kits-4/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T190000 DTSTAMP:20260811T133009Z CREATED:20260811T133009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T133009Z UID:51821-1788278400-1788289200@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Legos DESCRIPTION:Legos Come Build with Us! Every Tuesday 4 – 7 PM In the Children’s Department\, 2001 Delmar Ave Questions? Email ys@smrld.org or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720 \nVenue: Six Mile Regional Library District\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/legos-19/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T190000 DTSTAMP:20260811T133009Z CREATED:20260811T133009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T133009Z UID:51822-1788368400-1788375600@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Silent Book Club with Memes DESCRIPTION:Memes Cafe Silent Book Club in Collaboration with the Six Mile Regional Library District BYOBOOK 1st Wednesday of the Month September 2 October 7 November 4 Memes Cafe\, 1529 Johnson Rd 5-7PM 5-5:30 PM: Order Drinks & Find Your Seat 5:30-6:45 PM: Read & Relax 6:45-7PM: Book Swap (Optional) \nVenue: Six Mile Regional Library District\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/silent-book-club-with-memes-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T193000 DTSTAMP:20260728T133012Z CREATED:20260728T133012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T133012Z UID:51169-1788370200-1788377400@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Teen Unwind DESCRIPTION:Teen Unwind Open to Teens\, Grades 7-12 Every Wednesday 5:30 PM SMRLD\, 2001 Delmar Ave Snacks\, Crafts\, Games \nVenue: Six Mile Regional Library District\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/teen-unwind-25/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T150000 DTSTAMP:20260728T133013Z CREATED:20260728T133013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T133013Z UID:51170-1788444000-1788447600@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Story Time DESCRIPTION:Enjoy stories\, music\, and crafts! Mondays at 10 AM SMRLD\, 2001 Delmar Ave & Thursdays at 2 PM SMRLD\, 2145 Johnson Rd Questions? Email ys@smrld.org or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720 \nVenue: Six Mile Regional Library District\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/story-time-38/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260904T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260904T110000 DTSTAMP:20260728T133014Z CREATED:20260728T133014Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T133014Z UID:51171-1788516000-1788519600@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Motherhood Support Group DESCRIPTION:Motherhood Support Groups 1st Friday of Month: June 5\, July 3\, and August 7  In-person: SMRLD\, 2001 Delmar Ave at 10 AM Virtual: Zoom at 6 PM to register visit https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/l1Y1DGQLQEGTUBP8gjL8OQ#/registration Join our community of current or expecting moms to share experiences\, receive information and resources and feel supported in your motherhood journey! Refreshments Provided Resources & Giveaways Guest Speakers Children Welcome – Activities Available Certified Doulas Available As a partnership with the Madison County Alliance for Children and Families\, an Alliance member or library staff will be available to facilitate discussion. **This program is not a replacement for mental health services. Questions? Email ys@smrld.org or call the Youth Services department at 618-452-6238 ext 720 \nVenue: Six Mile Regional Library District\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/motherhood-support-group-7/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/upcomingevent.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260904T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260904T210000 DTSTAMP:20260619T133011Z CREATED:20260619T133011Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T133011Z UID:49707-1788541200-1788555600@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:First Fridays in Downtown Troy DESCRIPTION:Experience First Fridays in Downtown Troy! \n \nEntertainment\, live music\, bar & restaurant specials from downtown businesses\, local shopping and street vendors\, food trucks\, and more! Bring your lawn chair for these great family events! \n \nDates & Entertainment Lineup: \n \nFriday\, Aug. 7 \n \n \nArt On the Streets\n \nFeaturing Live Music by Ryan & Rainn\n \n \nFriday\, Sept. 4 \n \n \nTriad Alumni Tailgate\n \nFeaturing Live Music by The Veiny Griffins\n \nVenue: Downtown Troy\n Troy IL 62294 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/first-fridays-in-downtown-troy-6/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/6182650131-First-Fridays-2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260905T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260905T163000 DTSTAMP:20260708T133011Z CREATED:20260708T133011Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T133011Z UID:50318-1788602400-1788625800@metroeaststar.com SUMMARY:Fairytale Flea Market DESCRIPTION: \nA bit of Renaissance on Route 66: \n \nReturning to the Renaissance for our second year! FREE ENTRY! \n \nCome see the Fairy Queen and follow the clues of her Quest to earn your place as a Knight of the Court! The Kingdom of the Broken Crown will also be there with tons of boffer weapons for folks and a grand melee! \n \nA day of shopping and activities for the whole family. \n \nCostumes are highly encouraged! \n \n  \n \nVendor sign-up: https://forms.gle/vSxDJtZPV7aMzWXp8 \n \nVenue: Historic Route 66 Flea Market\n3121 West Chain of Rocks Granite City IL 62040 URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/fairytale-flea-market/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://metroeaststar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/91D03A1B-4AE6-4DD2-96DC55527A6E1CC8.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR