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2026 Winner Announcement for Summer Reading and Activity Program Prizes
We had an incredible time hosting the Summer Reading and Activity Program this year! Now it's time for the much anticipated winners to be announced.... PRIZE WINNER Porch Goose Ellie W. Camping Chair Courtney G. 4 Mystery Dumplings Vera C. Star Night Light Chloe R. Water Balloons Avery G. Furblet Tessa M. Lego Car Jackson M. Nerf Guns and Darts Owen W. K'Nex Kit Matthew G. Wiffle Ball Set Mallory H. Bluey Bubble Machine Victor R. Mario RC Car Charlie H. Girl Basket Harper H.

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4 days ago2 min read


Suggested Reads for July 2026
Looking for some book inspiration? Here are some suggested reads for July! These books have been on the New York Times Bestseller List and at the top of the Millstadt Library's most circulated list. At the end of these lists, Nichole picks a book or two that she personally recommends. We just reviewed Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn and are reading Murder in Little Egypt by Darcy O'Brien for our next Senior Center Book Club meeting on Monday, August 17 at 11 a.m. Without further a

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6 days ago8 min read


More Than Just Books: Upcoming Movie Releases for July 2026
Hello world! It’s Adriana back again with some upcoming movie releases. Hopefully you could get out (or settle in) for a nice movie watch since I have last posted. I managed to make it out to see Supergirl (2026) out at an IMAX theater and even received a special edition of the first comic in the Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow series with my ticket. I really enjoyed my viewing- although it is pretty far from a stereotypical “Super Hero Movie”. Personally, I don’t think that is

Millstadt Library
Jul 74 min read


Closed Saturday, July 4, 2026
Three cheers for the Read, White, and Blue! We are closed Saturday, July 4, 2026. Here are some great book ideas for the Fourth. https://www.pulitzer.org/.../fiction-history-and... Have a fantastic and safe holiday!

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Jul 31 min read


July 2026 Monthly Events!
Summer Reading is half-way through! We still have 3 more Field Trips, 3 more special speakers, and 3 more STEAM Fridays along with all of our other wonderful events and activities! And don't forget to RSVP for our end of Summer Reading party at the Millstadt Swimming Pool and Splash Pad donated by the Village of Millstadt. For more information on all of our Summer Reading info and to RSVP for anything, visit https://www.millstadt-library.org/summer-reading

Millstadt Library
Jun 291 min read


More Than Just Books: Upcoming Movie Releases for June 2026
Hey everyone! It is your library pal, Adriana, here to talk about some upcoming media releases BEYOND books! (Weird coming from a librarian, I know.) Libraries are about so much more than books; you can find most hit television series, movies and CDs available to order in to your library. Here are some upcoming movie releases to look out for! Supergirl (June 26) From Rotten Tomatoes: “When an unexpected and ruthless adversary strikes too close to home, Kara Zor-El, aka Superg

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Jun 263 min read


Suggested Reads for June 2026
Looking for some book inspiration? Here are some suggested reads for June! These books have been on the New York Times Bestseller List and at the top of the Millstadt Library's most circulated list. At the end of these lists, Nichole picks a book or two that she personally recommends. We just reviewed First-Time Caller by B.K. Borison and are reading Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn for our next Senior Center Book Club meeting on Monday, July 20 at 11 a.m. Without further ado, here

Millstadt Library
Jun 168 min read


Looking for more logs to fill with your Summer Reading picks?
Happy June~! I have compiled a list of businesses/organizations participating in their own 2026 Summer Reading Programs you can take part in alongside our own Millstadt Library Summer Reading and Activity Program! Check them out in the graphic below and scroll down to see more information about each one. There is a variety of participation required and age ranges covered so be sure to check to see what is right for you. Barnes and Noble Read 8 books and fill out the bracket.

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Jun 15 min read


June 2026 Monthly Events!
Summer Reading is starting soon and along with ALL of that extra programming are all of our usual great events! For more information on all of our Summer Reading info, visit https://www.millstadt-library.org/summer-reading Be sure to RSVP for events that require them, such as all of our Field Trips and Homemade: Mini Library at https://www.millstadt-library.org/event-details/handmade-mini-library

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Jun 11 min read


Closed Memorial Day
As a reminder, we will be closed Monday, May 25, 2026 in honor of Memorial Day. Be sure to stop by this weekend to pick up some great reads, movies, or video games for the long weekend!

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May 231 min read


2026 Summer Reading Grant Winners!
We're excited to announce that we were awarded $1,500.00 for our 2026 Summer Reading and Activity Program! We do our best to save funds throughout the year to make our growing program bigger and better each year and funds like these make a huge difference for our program participants. You can see all of the winners at https://dgcdn.bohanwork.com/dg/dglf/uploads/2026/05/Summer%20Grants%202026.pdf And you can learn more about our 2026 Summer Reading at https://www.millstadt-lib

Millstadt Library
May 201 min read


Suggested Reads for May 2026
Looking for some book inspiration? Here are some suggested reads for May! These books have been on the New York Times Bestseller List and at the top of the Millstadt Library's most circulated list. At the end of these lists, Nichole picks a book or two that she personally recommends. We just reviewed The Ox-Bow Incident by Walter Clark and are reading First-Time Caller by B.K. Borison for our next Senior Center Book Club meeting on Monday, June 15 at 11 a.m. Without further a

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May 198 min read


May 2026 Events!
May the Books be with you! Library Theater Summer Camp - Auditions on May 16 at 10:30 a.m. at Zion Evangelical Church - Parent/Guardian required at first meeting. - Learn more at https://www.millstadt-library.org/2026-summer-play RSVP for our next Virtual Presenter (R.F. Kuang) at https://bit.ly/ILPKuang RSVP for our next Homemade (Leaf Imprint Jewelry Dish) at https://www.millstadt-library.org/event-details/handmade-leaf-imprint-jewelry-dish/form Learn more about our 2026 Su

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May 11 min read


Closing April 27, 2026 at 4 p.m.
The Millstadt Library will be closing today, Monday, April 27, 2026 at 4 p.m. for the weather. We will resume regular service tomorrow, Tuesday, April 28, 2026. All late fees will be waived during this time. Please use our great online services; - Libby (eBooks) https://libbyapp.com/shelf - CloudLibrary (eBooks) http://www.millstadt-library.org/ebooks-cloudlibrary - Biblio+ (unlimited TV and movies) http://www.millstadt-library.org/biblioplus - Don't have a library card? (lin

Millstadt Library
Apr 271 min read


Suggested Reads for April 2026
Looking for some book inspiration? Here are some suggested reads for April! These books have been on the New York Times Bestseller List and at the top of the Millstadt Library's most circulated list. At the end of these lists, Nichole picks a book or two that she personally recommends. We just reviewed Nineteen Minutes by Jodi Piccoult and are reading The Ox-Bow Incident by Walter Clark for our next Senior Center Book Club meeting on Monday, May 18 at 11 a.m. Without further

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Apr 208 min read


National Library Week 2026 Starts Now!
What brings you joy at the library? The books? The community? The copier? Share your Library Joy with us at the Library for National Library Week! Each day is themed and there are activities every day. Sign up for a library card and be entered to win a library gift bag and be sure to share your Library Joy online and tag us so you can be entered to win a book prize! All week long, you can Round Up at the Register at Lee's Home Center , so be sure to stop by and shop with them

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Apr 191 min read


The Wait is Over... Libby is here!
The wait is over... welome to our newest eBook and eAudioBook platform, Libby! Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines to read on your phone or tablet using the Libby app by OverDrive. You can even send and read your borrowed ebooks to your Kindle ereader! It’s free and easy to get started. Learn more at https://www.millstadt-library.org/ebooks-libby Be sure to join us during National Library Week for our upcoming Libby 101 class! A special thank you to the Millstadt Consoli

Millstadt Library
Apr 81 min read


Closed April 4, 5, and 10, 2026
The library will be closed Saturday, April 4 and Monday, April 6 for Easter. We will be closed again on Friday, April 10 for the librarians to attend a library conference, Reaching Forward South.

Millstadt Library
Apr 21 min read


No Jokes About It - April 2026 Events Are Here!
Plant a seed, read! RSVP for our next Homemade (Painted Book Edges) at https://www.millstadt-library.org/event-details/handmade-painted-book-edges RSVP for our next Virtual Presenter (Cristina Henriquez) at https://www.millstadt-library.org/event-details/voice-culture-and-human-connection-cristina-henriquez Learn more about Read Across America at https://www.millstadt-library.org/readacrossamerica250

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Apr 11 min read


Suggested Reads for March 2026
Looking for some book inspiration? Here are some suggested reads for March! These books have been on the New York Times Bestseller List and at the top of the Millstadt Library's most circulated list. At the end of these lists, Nichole picks a book or two that she personally recommends. We just reviewed Women's Hotel by Daniel Lavery and are reading Nineteen Minutes by Jodi Piccoult for our next Senior Center Book Club meeting on Monday, April 20 at 11 a.m. Without further a

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Mar 178 min read
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