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Riveted Readers Book Club

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Presentation Room at Edwardsville Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Like to read? We'd love to meet you! This club meets on the last Tuesday of each month at 6:30 pm for a laid-back chat about adult books published in a variety of genres.

Library Branch: Edwardsville Public Library
Room: Presentation Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Like to read? We'd love to meet you! This club meets on the last Tuesday of each month at 6:30 pm for a laid-back chat about adult books published in a variety of genres.

Library Board Meeting

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Presentation Room at Edwardsville Public Library

Current agenda and past minutes available at https://www.edwardsvillelibrary.org/board-minutes 

All Library Board Meetings are open to the public.

Library Branch: Edwardsville Public Library
Room: Presentation Room
Event Details:

Current agenda and past minutes available at https://www.edwardsvillelibrary.org/board-minutes 

All Library Board Meetings are open to the public.

Three penguins wearing hats and scarves slide down a snowy hill, two on their behinds and one on its belly.

Snowy Stories

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Large Meeting Room at Edwardsville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Toddlers, Preschool

Whether the weather outside is frightful or not, we're warming up at the library with sweet stories and songs this winter! Kids of all ages are welcome to join in the fun, including a winter-themed craft and bubbles!

Library Branch: Edwardsville Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Whether the weather outside is frightful or not, we're warming up at the library with sweet stories and songs this winter! Kids of all ages are welcome to join in the fun, including a winter-themed craft and bubbles!

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Katie Stewart Mobile Office Hours

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lounge at Edwardsville Public Library

Description of Event: Rep. Stuart is bringing the services of her office to you. Stop by to ask questions, receive assistance with state services, and discuss the state and local issues that matter most to you.

Library Branch: Edwardsville Public Library
Room: Lounge
Event Details:

Description of Event: Rep. Stuart is bringing the services of her office to you. Stop by to ask questions, receive assistance with state services, and discuss the state and local issues that matter most to you.

High School Finals Week Open Study Hall

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 2:30pm - 7:45pm
Large Meeting Room at Edwardsville Public Library
Program Type:
Public Service
Age Group:
Teens

Come study for finals week at the library. Snacks and drinks for students will be provided.

Library Branch: Edwardsville Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Public Service
Event Details:

Come study for finals week at the library. Snacks and drinks for students will be provided.

Recovery Without Stigma

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Small Conference Room at Edwardsville Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Mark Knott, from the Metro East Recovery Council, will be discussing the stigma of substance abuse disorder and how to deal with this sensitive and personal issue in a non-judgmental manner.

Library Branch: Edwardsville Public Library
Room: Small Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Mark Knott, from the Metro East Recovery Council, will be discussing the stigma of substance abuse disorder and how to deal with this sensitive and personal issue in a non-judgmental manner.

happily ever after

Happily Ever After Book Club

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Presentation Room at Edwardsville Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

A romance book club, discussing The Heart Principle by Helen Hoang.

Library Branch: Edwardsville Public Library
Room: Presentation Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

A romance book club, discussing The Heart Principle by Helen Hoang.

Six differently colored sensory balls for play

Drop-In Play Time

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Large Meeting Room at Edwardsville Public Library
Age Group:
Children

Enjoy engaging sensory activities! This event is open to all families and is especially great for those with multi-sensory needs.

Library Branch: Edwardsville Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Enjoy engaging sensory activities! This event is open to all families and is especially great for those with multi-sensory needs.

The Rough Drafts: Writing Club

Rough Drafts: Writing Club

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Presentation Room at Edwardsville Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

Let's make time to write! Bring your current project or start a new one and for an hour we will hold dedicated writing time. The last half-hour is for open discussion and sharing of thoughts and ideas.

Library Branch: Edwardsville Public Library
Room: Presentation Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Let's make time to write! Bring your current project or start a new one and for an hour we will hold dedicated writing time. The last half-hour is for open discussion and sharing of thoughts and ideas.

Library Partially Open. No Programs or Room Reservations

All Day 1/20 - 1/30
Edwardsville Public Library

The library is undergoing HVAC (heat / AC) maintenance. Each floor will be closed for approximately one week. Curbside pickup will be available and patrons will be allowed on the o...

Closing
Branches:
Edwardsville Public Library
Description:

The library is undergoing HVAC (heat / AC) maintenance. Each floor will be closed for approximately one week. Curbside pickup will be available and patrons will be allowed on the open floor.

Main Street Community Center Tech Help

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Public Service
Age Group:
Adults

Gregory Guntren's tech help at the Main Street Community Center

Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Public Service
Event Details:

Gregory Guntren's tech help at the Main Street Community Center

ELF Meeting

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Presentation Room at Edwardsville Public Library
Library Branch: Edwardsville Public Library
Room: Presentation Room

Library Board Meeting

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Presentation Room at Edwardsville Public Library

Current agenda and past minutes available at https://www.edwardsvillelibrary.org/board-minutes 

All Library Board Meetings are open to the public.

Library Branch: Edwardsville Public Library
Room: Presentation Room
Event Details:

Current agenda and past minutes available at https://www.edwardsvillelibrary.org/board-minutes 

All Library Board Meetings are open to the public.

ELF Meeting

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Presentation Room at Edwardsville Public Library
Library Branch: Edwardsville Public Library
Room: Presentation Room

Library Board Meeting

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Presentation Room at Edwardsville Public Library

Current agenda and past minutes available at https://www.edwardsvillelibrary.org/board-minutes 

All Library Board Meetings are open to the public.

Library Branch: Edwardsville Public Library
Room: Presentation Room
Event Details:

Current agenda and past minutes available at https://www.edwardsvillelibrary.org/board-minutes 

All Library Board Meetings are open to the public.

ELF Meeting

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Presentation Room at Edwardsville Public Library
Library Branch: Edwardsville Public Library
Room: Presentation Room

Library Board Meeting

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Presentation Room at Edwardsville Public Library

Current agenda and past minutes available at https://www.edwardsvillelibrary.org/board-minutes 

All Library Board Meetings are open to the public.

Library Branch: Edwardsville Public Library
Room: Presentation Room
Event Details:

Current agenda and past minutes available at https://www.edwardsvillelibrary.org/board-minutes 

All Library Board Meetings are open to the public.

ELF Meeting

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Presentation Room at Edwardsville Public Library
Library Branch: Edwardsville Public Library
Room: Presentation Room

Library Board Meeting

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Presentation Room at Edwardsville Public Library

Current agenda and past minutes available at https://www.edwardsvillelibrary.org/board-minutes 

All Library Board Meetings are open to the public.

Library Branch: Edwardsville Public Library
Room: Presentation Room
Event Details:

Current agenda and past minutes available at https://www.edwardsvillelibrary.org/board-minutes 

All Library Board Meetings are open to the public.

ELF Meeting

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Presentation Room at Edwardsville Public Library
Library Branch: Edwardsville Public Library
Room: Presentation Room

Library Board Meeting

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Presentation Room at Edwardsville Public Library

Current agenda and past minutes available at https://www.edwardsvillelibrary.org/board-minutes 

All Library Board Meetings are open to the public.

Library Branch: Edwardsville Public Library
Room: Presentation Room
Event Details:

Current agenda and past minutes available at https://www.edwardsvillelibrary.org/board-minutes 

All Library Board Meetings are open to the public.

Route 66 Festival Author Events

All Day
Presentation Room at Edwardsville Public Library
Library Branch: Edwardsville Public Library
Room: Presentation Room

Route 66 Festival Author Events

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:45pm
Large Meeting Room at Edwardsville Public Library
Library Branch: Edwardsville Public Library
Room: Large Meeting Room