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

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!

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

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

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

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.

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

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!

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

Thank you again to everyone who participated in our 2025 Baked Goods Auction and Competition! We had so much fun that we are hosting a Spring 2026 Baked Goods Auction and Competition and would love to have your participation once more and give those who missed the opportunity to join us this time. Mark your calendars because the bidding runs from March 13 to March 20 at 8 p.m. You can view our current list of entries at https://givebutter.com/c/bakedgoodsauctionspring26 This

March 17, 2026 is our General Primary. Most will be to select who is running in each race for our November 2026 election, but also a direct decision for the Southwestern St. Clair County Emergency Services District. This post is to help you make the best decisions by including links to the proper resources. Scroll to the bottom of this post for links to find your polling place and more resources. Tuesday, March 17, 2026 is the General Primary and polls will be open from 6 a.m

Luck be a Library! Enter your baked goods for our Spring Baked Goods Auction and Competition -Entries are being be accepted online and in-person until March 11. Here is the online form https://tinyurl.com/bakedauction326 -Entries must be dropped off at the Millstadt Library on March 20 and NO LATER than 10am on March 21 The bakesale is digital only, running from March 13 through March 20 and can be accessed at https://givebutter.com/c/bakedgoodsauctionspring26/auction RSVP fo

Looking for some book inspiration? Here are some suggested reads for February! 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 Harlem Rhapsody by Victoria Christopher Murray and are reading Women's Hotel by Daniel Lavery for our next Senior Center Book Club meeting on Monday, March 16 at 11 a.m. W