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SUMMARY:Pokémon Club
DESCRIPTION:Pokémon Club Every 2nd & 4th Saturday 2 PM SMRLD\, 2001 Delmar Ave For children\, grades K-8 Come play\, learn how to play\, or just hang out with other Pokémon fans!  \nVenue: Six Mile Regional Library District\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040
URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/pokemon-club-7/
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T133102Z
UID:48974-1786356000-1786359600@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-34/
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UID:48975-1786464000-1786474800@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-14/
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T133103Z
UID:48976-1786471200-1786478400@metroeaststar.com
SUMMARY:Board of Trustees Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Board of Trustees Meetings Schedule  \nVenue: Six Mile Regional Library District\n2001 Delmar Avenue Granite City IL 62040
URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/board-of-trustees-meeting-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T193000
DTSTAMP:20260613T010633
CREATED:20260602T133104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T133104Z
UID:48977-1786555800-1786563000@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-23/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T150000
DTSTAMP:20260613T010633
CREATED:20260602T133104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T133104Z
UID:48978-1786629600-1786633200@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-35/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260814T100000
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SUMMARY:Play & Learn For Babies & Toddlers
DESCRIPTION:Play & Learn For Babies & Toddlers   Fridays\, June 12 & 26 Fridays\, July 10 & 24 Fridays\, August 14 & 28 10 AM at SMRLD\, 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/play-learn-for-babies-toddlers-9/
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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/
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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/
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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/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T130000
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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/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260817T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260817T110000
DTSTAMP:20260613T010633
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/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T130000
DTSTAMP:20260613T010633
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/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T190000
DTSTAMP:20260613T010633
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/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T193000
DTSTAMP:20260613T010633
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/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T150000
DTSTAMP:20260613T010633
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/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261219T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261220T160000
DTSTAMP:20260613T010633
CREATED:20260409T125837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T125837Z
UID:46675-1797674400-1797782400@metroeaststar.com
SUMMARY:Gateway Winter Market
DESCRIPTION:Gateway Winter Market \n  \nDecember 19th and 20th\, 2026\, from 10:00am-4:00pm \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nBreakfast with Santa: Saturday the 19th from 8:00am-10:00am \n  \nKids 5 and under Free \n  \nAges 6-14 are $12 each ($14.64 with fee) \n  \nAges 15 and up are $18 each ($21.05 with fee) \n  \n*An Adult Ticket\, Ages 15+\, must be purchased with any Children Tickets. \n  \nPurchase your Tickets HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/breakfast-with-santa-tickets-1985940869601?aff=oddtdtcreator \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nPhotos with Santa: 10:00am-2:00pm – FREE \n  \nLocated in Prefunction \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nSensory Inclusive Santa: Sunday 20th from 10:00am-2:00pm \n  \nSign up for your spot HERE: https://signup.com/client/invitation2/l6yDVtpaNEOOZdh6lfDfTRFKft4TmlU8Y2OVxHIOVOOLfQeT/762171820062/false/#/invitation \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nVendor Information: \n  \nInterested in being a Vendor at the upcoming Gateway Winter Market? Please email the Show Producer Anni at amierisch@gatewaycenter.com\, or call our Front Office at 618-345-8998 for more Information. \nVenue: Gateway Convention Center\n1 Gateway Drive Collinsville IL 62234
URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/gateway-winter-market/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270124T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270124T163000
DTSTAMP:20260613T010633
CREATED:20260409T125834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T125834Z
UID:46673-1800795600-1800808200@metroeaststar.com
SUMMARY:Gateway Wedding Show
DESCRIPTION:The Gateway Wedding Show features many different vendors that can help brides\, grooms\, & event planners personalize their upcoming special event! \nFor the couples that just got engaged\, or the event planners just starting off\, the show will feature everything they need. For those who are just looking for fresh ideas and inspiration\, there will be plenty of new ideas on display.   \nThe Gateway Wedding Show takes the stress out of planning your next event! In just a few hours\, you can meet more vendors than you could visit in a month. We bring you a face-to-face sampling of virtually everything you’ll need to plan your perfect event! \nVenue: Gateway Convention Center\n1 Gateway Drive Collinsville IL 62234
URL:https://metroeaststar.com/event/gateway-wedding-show-3/
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