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Late Opening - October 2025 All-Staff
2025-10-31 10:00:00 2025-10-31 11:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Late Opening - October 2025 All-Staff Service at all Library locations will begin at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, October 31, 2025. Claremont Branch -

Friday, October 31
10:00am - 11:00am

Add to Calendar 2025-10-31 10:00:00 2025-10-31 11:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Late Opening - October 2025 All-Staff Service at all Library locations will begin at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, October 31, 2025. Claremont Branch -

Service at all Library locations will begin at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, October 31, 2025.

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Preteens | Families | Elementary | Early Childhood | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Community Event |

Claremont Branch
Phone: 510-981-6280
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Mon, Dec 01 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Dec 02 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Dec 03 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Dec 04 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Fri, Dec 05 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Dec 06 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Dec 07 Closed
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Jump and Shake Time @THP South - a movement storytime
Mon, Dec 08, 10:30am - 11:10am
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room
Jump, shake, dance, books and parachute play
Holiday Mail Night for Incarcerated Individuals
Mon, Dec 08, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
West Branch - West Branch Meeting Room
The Ella Baker Center maintains a mailing list of over 10,000 incarcerated people who often experience isolation during the holidays.
Monday Evening Storytime @Central CCR
Mon, Dec 08, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Central Library - Children's Non-Fiction Room
Jump into your jammies and join us for stories, songs, puppets, and more!
Need Medical Care @Central
Tue, Dec 09, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Central Library
Need help connecting to medical care or community resources?
ESL Conversation Club - Virtual
Tue, Dec 09, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Virtual
Come join us every Tuesday from 10:30-12:00 PM PST and Wednesday from 4:00-5:00 PM on Zoom for conversation in a friendly and relaxed setting.
Baby/Toddler Storytime @THP South - Books, lapjogs, rhymes, music and more
Tue, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch
This is a participatory program for you to playfully interact with your child while they are engaging in pre-literacy activities.
Winter Magic Crafternoons @Claremont
Tue, Dec 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Claremont Branch - Claremont Area Flex Space
Come celebrate the winter season at the Claremont Branch!
Lego Club @ Central CCR
Tue, Dec 09, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Children's Non-Fiction Room
Join us in the Children's Room for a weekly LEGO club on Tuesday evenings from 4:30-6:00pm.
Launching Your 2026 Job Search for Better Results
Tue, Dec 09, 5:00pm - 6:15pm
Virtual
An event for active job seekers
Autistic Connections @THP South - Autism Support Group and Social Club
Tue, Dec 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room
A supportive and inclusive autism support group and social club
Storytime @North
Wed, Dec 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room
Join us at North Branch for stories, songs, rhymes, and fun! This 30-minute story time is geared towards children ages 2-5.
Stay & Play @North
Wed, Dec 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room
An opportunity for kids to play with toys, soft blocks, and musical instruments after storytime.
Technology Help @Central, (Onsite w/Remote Option)
Wed, Dec 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Electronic Classroom
Drop in tech help
Teen Hangout @THP South
Wed, Dec 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - South Teen Room
For 6th-12th grade students: join us for snacks, games, movies, and crafts each Wednesday after school in the THP South Teen Room.
Teen Hangout @Claremont
Wed, Dec 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Claremont Branch - Claremont Area Flex Space
Come on down to Claremont Branch every Wednesday from 2pm to 4pm starting August 20th.
Teen Hangout @North
Wed, Dec 10, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room
Teen games & snacks!
ESL Conversation Club - Virtual
Wed, Dec 10, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual
Come join us every Tuesday from 10:30-12:00 PM PST and Wednesday from 4:00-5:00 PM on Zoom for conversation in a friendly and relaxed setting.
Knitting Circle @North
Wed, Dec 10, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
North Branch
Knitting Circle @North
Eviction Defense Center @Central Com
Thu, Dec 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library
Need help with housing matters or facing eviction?
Playreaders Circle @Central - Bringing Plays to Life
Thu, Dec 11, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Central Library - Community Meeting Room
Gathering Together to Read a Different Play each Month
Drop-in Tech Help
Thu, Dec 11, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch
Drop-in for basic computer and device help. Patrons will be helped on a first come, first served basis and as staffing permits.
ESL Conversation Club @West - ESL Conversation Club - In Person
Thu, Dec 11, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
West Branch
In-person ESL Conversation Club Every second and fourth Thursday, 12:30 - 2:00pm Community Meeting Room
BACS @Central
Thu, Dec 11, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library
Need help with housing, shelter, and employment resources?
Chess at Central
Thu, Dec 11, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - The Commons
Join us for casual chess every Thursday from 3pm-5pm in the 1st Floor Commons!
MOCHA Creative Art Play @THP South
Thu, Dec 11, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room
Join us every week for different projects with a Teaching Artist from MOCHA.
Teen Games @West Branch
Thu, Dec 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Branch
Nintendo Switch, Jenga, Uno & Popcorn!
Winter Wonderland @Claremont
Thu, Dec 11, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Claremont Branch - Claremont Area Flex Space
Join us for an afternoon of all-ages crafting, music, and hot chocolate from our neighbor Casa de Chocolates as the year draws to a close.
Drop-in Tech Help
Thu, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch
Drop-in for basic computer and device help. Patrons will be helped on a first come, first served basis and as staffing permits.
Rescheduled
Winter Karaoke Party  - For the IDD Community
Fri, Dec 12, 10:00am - 1:00pm
New date Friday, December 12, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Central Library
A holiday party exclusively designed for adults in the community who have intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Bilingual Baby Bounce (Spanish/Español) @West - Hora de cantos y juegos para bebés
Fri, Dec 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
West Branch - West Branch Meeting Room
Storytime in Spanish and English for babies and toddlers
Stay-n-Play @West
Fri, Dec 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
West Branch - West Branch Meeting Room
Stay-n-Play a while, right after our Bilingual Baby Bounce
Technology Help @Central, (Onsite w/Remote Option)
Fri, Dec 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library
Drop In Tech Help
Winter Karaoke Party  - For the IDD Community
Fri, Dec 12, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Central Library - Community Meeting Room
A holiday party exclusively designed for adults in the community who have intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Super Cinema
Fri, Dec 12, 2:30pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Community Meeting Room
Awesome movies - some well-known, others less so -from silent classics to new releases shown every Friday at 2:30 in the 3rd floor Community Meeting Room at Central. We have something for everyone!
MOCHA Creative Art Play @Central CCR
Fri, Dec 12, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Children's Non-Fiction Room
Join us every week for different projects with a Teaching Artist from MOCHA.
Teen TTRPGs @ North
Fri, Dec 12, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
North Branch - North Teen Room
Beginner and seasoned adventurers alike are invited to join us for chill afternoons telling inclusive, collaborative stories through tabletop role playing games!
Family Story Time @Central CCR
Sat, Dec 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Central Library - Children's Non-Fiction Room
Join us for fun stories and songs inside the Central Children's Room on the 4th Floor of the Central Branch!
Line Dance with Carah @THP South
Sat, Dec 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room
Come move your body and learn line dances in the library!
This event is full
Ukulele Club @THP South
Sat, Dec 13, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - South Teen Room
Play ukulele with us. No experience needed, bring your own ukulele or use one of ours!
Slime Lab @Claremont
Sat, Dec 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Claremont Branch - Claremont Area Flex Space
Slime making fun for children ages 5-8!
Robotics Build for Grades 3-5 @North (Registration Full)
Sat, Dec 13, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room
Robotics build day for 3rd through 5th grade students! Registration Required.
This event is full
Jazz Lounge Concert Series @THP South - Sticklerphonics featuring Scott Amendola on drums
Sat, Dec 13, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch
Sticklerphonics-Scott Amendola As an ambitious composer, savvy bandleader, electronics explorer, first-call accompanist, and creative foil for some of the world’s most inventive musicians.
Cancelled
Talk with a Teen Therapist @THP South
Sat, Dec 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch
Here's your chance to ask a Teen Therapist questions about information and resources!
December Death Cafe @Central
Sat, Dec 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Community Meeting Room
A Friendly Gathering with Strangers to Chat about Death.
Register
Jump and Shake Time @THP South - a movement storytime
Mon, Dec 15, 10:30am - 11:10am
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room
Jump, shake, dance, books and parachute play
Community Craft Circle @THP South
Mon, Dec 15, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room
Community Craft Circle, work on your knitting, crochet, embroidery, or any craft you like!  This is not a class, so there will be no instruction, but we learn from each other and enjoy conversation.
Monday Evening Storytime @Central CCR
Mon, Dec 15, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Central Library - Children's Non-Fiction Room
Jump into your jammies and join us for stories, songs, puppets, and more!
Baywheels Lyft Bike Share for All Program @Central
Tue, Dec 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library
Bay Wheels offers reduced-rate memberships to Bay Area residents who qualify for CalFresh, SFMTA Lifeline Pass, or PG&E CARE.
ESL Conversation Club - Virtual
Tue, Dec 16, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Virtual
Come join us every Tuesday from 10:30-12:00 PM PST and Wednesday from 4:00-5:00 PM on Zoom for conversation in a friendly and relaxed setting.
Baby/Toddler Storytime @THP South - Books, lapjogs, rhymes, music and more
Tue, Dec 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch
This is a participatory program for you to playfully interact with your child while they are engaging in pre-literacy activities.
Line Dancing at the Library @Central
Tue, Dec 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Mystery Room
Join us for a fun line dancing class.
Winter Magic Crafternoons @Claremont
Tue, Dec 16, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Claremont Branch - Claremont Area Flex Space
Come celebrate the winter season at the Claremont Branch!
Fiber Arts @Central - Where knitters and crocheters meet
Tue, Dec 16, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Community Meeting Room
Come play with yarn or hop on a sewing machine.
Lego Club @ Central CCR
Tue, Dec 16, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Children's Non-Fiction Room
Join us in the Children's Room for a weekly LEGO club on Tuesday evenings from 4:30-6:00pm.
Old-time Tune Jam @Central Art & Music - hosted by Berkeley Old Time Music Convention
Tue, Dec 16, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Central Library - Art & Music Study Hall
Bring your musical instrument and play American old-time repertoire in a jam-session with Berkeley Old Time Music Convention.
South Berkeley Sewing Circle @THP South
Wed, Dec 17, 10:15am - 1:15pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room
Learn basic sewing techniques and skills. All levels of experience are welcomed.
Storytime @North
Wed, Dec 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room
Join us at North Branch for stories, songs, rhymes, and fun! This 30-minute story time is geared towards children ages 2-5.
Stay & Play @North
Wed, Dec 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room
An opportunity for kids to play with toys, soft blocks, and musical instruments after storytime.
Spectrum Community Services @Central
Wed, Dec 17, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Central Library
Need help paying your energy bill?
Technology Help @Central, (Onsite w/Remote Option)
Wed, Dec 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Electronic Classroom
Drop in tech help
Teen Hangout @THP South
Wed, Dec 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - South Teen Room
For 6th-12th grade students: join us for snacks, games, movies, and crafts each Wednesday after school in the THP South Teen Room.
Teen Hangout @Claremont
Wed, Dec 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Claremont Branch - Claremont Area Flex Space
Come on down to Claremont Branch every Wednesday from 2pm to 4pm starting August 20th.
Swords to Plowshares @Central
Wed, Dec 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library
Are you a veteran in need of housing and employment support?
Teen Hangout @North
Wed, Dec 17, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room
Teen games & snacks!
Dungeons & Dragons @Central
Wed, Dec 17, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library
Teens! Come join us for Dungeons and Dragons Club at Central the first and third Wednesday of each month from 3:30pm-5:30pm.
ESL Conversation Club - Virtual
Wed, Dec 17, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual
Come join us every Tuesday from 10:30-12:00 PM PST and Wednesday from 4:00-5:00 PM on Zoom for conversation in a friendly and relaxed setting.
December Movies @THP South - Snacks, Crafts and Classic Movies
Wed, Dec 17, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room
Join us for two afternoons in December of snacks, crafts and classic movies.
Musical Story Time @The Freight - with The Story Time Band
Thu, Dec 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Other
Music, Movement, and Stories for Children
Playreaders Circle @Central - Bringing Plays to Life
Thu, Dec 18, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Central Library - Community Meeting Room
Gathering Together to Read a Different Play each Month
Drop-in Tech Help
Thu, Dec 18, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch
Drop-in for basic computer and device help. Patrons will be helped on a first come, first served basis and as staffing permits.
Chess at Central
Thu, Dec 18, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - The Commons
Join us for casual chess every Thursday from 3pm-5pm in the 1st Floor Commons!
MOCHA Creative Art Play @THP South
Thu, Dec 18, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room
Join us every week for different projects with a Teaching Artist from MOCHA.
Teen Games @West Branch
Thu, Dec 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Branch
Nintendo Switch, Jenga, Uno & Popcorn!
Collage Calendars for the New Year @THP South
Thu, Dec 18, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room
Design your own calendars for the new year!
Poetry Circle - a friendly reading circle
Thu, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Claremont Branch
Share poetry, your own, the famous, the ancient, something new, with friendly ears. We take several turns around the circle. Everyone is welcome, even those who just want to listen.
Drop-in Tech Help
Thu, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch
Drop-in for basic computer and device help. Patrons will be helped on a first come, first served basis and as staffing permits.
In The Stax: Author Talk With Crispin Kott & Mike Katz
Thu, Dec 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
West Branch
Join us for a Q&A discussion with the authors of the book Rock and Roll Explorer Guide to San Francisco and the Bay Area.
Bilingual Baby Bounce (Spanish/Español) @West - Hora de cantos y juegos para bebés
Fri, Dec 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
West Branch - West Branch Meeting Room
Storytime in Spanish and English for babies and toddlers
Stay-n-Play @West
Fri, Dec 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
West Branch - West Branch Meeting Room
Stay-n-Play a while, right after our Bilingual Baby Bounce
Technology Help @Central, (Onsite w/Remote Option)
Fri, Dec 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library
Drop In Tech Help
Super Cinema
Fri, Dec 19, 2:30pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Community Meeting Room
Awesome movies - some well-known, others less so -from silent classics to new releases shown every Friday at 2:30 in the 3rd floor Community Meeting Room at Central. We have something for everyone!
MOCHA Creative Art Play @Central CCR
Fri, Dec 19, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Children's Non-Fiction Room
Join us every week for different projects with a Teaching Artist from MOCHA.
Collage Club @Central A&M
Fri, Dec 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Art & Music Study Hall
Whether you're a seasoned collage maker or you've never tried to collage before, bring out your inner artist with this simple and engaging art form!
Leamos autoras - Club de lectura en español (presencial) @Central
Fri, Dec 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Other
¡Bienvenides al club de lectura en español de la Biblioteca Pública de Berkeley!
Cancelled
Leamos autoras - Club de lectura en español (virtual)
Fri, Dec 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Virtual
¡Bienvenides al club de lectura en español de la Biblioteca Pública de Berkeley!
Family Story Time @Central CCR
Sat, Dec 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Central Library - Children's Non-Fiction Room
Join us for fun stories and songs inside the Central Children's Room on the 4th Floor of the Central Branch!
Cancelled
Chess with Larry @Claremont
Sat, Dec 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Claremont Branch
Learn strategies and winning moves with Larry Snyder, a National Chess Master. For all ages and skill levels.
Reading Rainbow Watch Party @THP South
Sat, Dec 20, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room
Come enjoy snacks, craft and episodes of Reading Rainbow!
Nutcracker Puppet Show @North (Registration Full)
Sat, Dec 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room
Nutcracker Puppet Show
This event is full
Clay ornaments - to decorate any festivity @Central
Sat, Dec 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Art & Music Study Hall
Mold your personal ornament or follow along with Creativebug on how to create mushroom ornaments.
Bright Ideas: Ways to Spark New Writing - create, invent, describe
Sat, Dec 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Claremont Branch - Claremont Area Flex Space
A two-hour workshop for those who want to get something on the page!
Ricky Roo and Friends @THPS - present a Silly Puppet Show
Mon, Dec 22, 10:30am - 11:15am
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room
Ricky Roo and Friends' puppet show is filled with silly puppets and is fully engaging & interactive with a level of humor and candor that spans all ages.
Monday Evening Storytime @Central CCR
Mon, Dec 22, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Central Library - Children's Non-Fiction Room
Jump into your jammies and join us for stories, songs, puppets, and more!
Baby/Toddler Storytime @THP South - Books, lapjogs, rhymes, music and more
Tue, Dec 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch
This is a participatory program for you to playfully interact with your child while they are engaging in pre-literacy activities.
Mystery Book Club @West - Midwinter Murder
Tue, Dec 23, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
West Branch - West Branch Meeting Room
Celebrate Winter and Agatha Christie at this month's special Mystery Book Club Meeting!
Lego Club @ Central CCR
Tue, Dec 23, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Children's Non-Fiction Room
Join us in the Children's Room for a weekly LEGO club on Tuesday evenings from 4:30-6:00pm.
Library Closure - Christmas Eve
Wed, Dec 24, All day
Tool Lending Library
All library locations will be closed all day Wednesday, December 24, 2025 for Christmas Eve.
Library Closure - Christmas Eve
Wed, Dec 24, All day
Claremont Branch
All library locations will be closed all day Wednesday, December 24, 2025 for Christmas Eve.
Library Closure - Christmas Eve
Wed, Dec 24, All day
West Branch
All library locations will be closed all day Wednesday, December 24, 2025 for Christmas Eve.
Library Closure - Christmas Eve
Wed, Dec 24, All day
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch
All library locations will be closed all day Wednesday, December 24, 2025 for Christmas Eve.
Library Closure - Christmas Eve
Wed, Dec 24, All day
North Branch
All library locations will be closed all day Wednesday, December 24, 2025 for Christmas Eve.
Library Closure - Christmas Eve
Wed, Dec 24, All day
Central Library
All library locations will be closed all day Wednesday, December 24, 2025 for Christmas Eve.
Library Closure - Christmas Day
Thu, Dec 25, All day
North Branch
All library locations will be closed all day Thursday, December 25, 2025 for Christmas Day.
Library Closure - Christmas Day
Thu, Dec 25, All day
Central Library
All library locations will be closed all day Thursday, December 25, 2025 for Christmas Day.
Library Closure - Christmas Day
Thu, Dec 25, All day
Tool Lending Library
All library locations will be closed all day Thursday, December 25, 2025 for Christmas Day.
Library Closure - Christmas Day
Thu, Dec 25, All day
West Branch
All library locations will be closed all day Thursday, December 25, 2025 for Christmas Day.
Library Closure - Christmas Day
Thu, Dec 25, All day
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch
All library locations will be closed all day Thursday, December 25, 2025 for Christmas Day.
Library Closure - Christmas Day
Thu, Dec 25, All day
Claremont Branch
All library locations will be closed all day Thursday, December 25, 2025 for Christmas Day.
Stay-n-Play @West
Fri, Dec 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
West Branch - West Branch Meeting Room
Stay-n-Play a while, right after our Bilingual Baby Bounce
Kwanzaa Storytime @North
Fri, Dec 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room
Kwanzaa Storytime
Technology Help @Central, (Onsite w/Remote Option)
Fri, Dec 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library
Drop In Tech Help
Super Cinema
Fri, Dec 26, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Community Meeting Room
Movies from all genres and eras.
Games Galore Retro Edition
Fri, Dec 26, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Children's Non-Fiction Room
Games Galore is back! Time to play video games, card games and board games. Ages 5-12
Family Story Time @Central CCR
Sat, Dec 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Central Library - Children's Non-Fiction Room
Join us for fun stories and songs inside the Central Children's Room on the 4th Floor of the Central Branch!
Ukulele Club @THP South
Sat, Dec 27, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room
Play ukulele with us. No experience needed, bring your own ukulele or use one of ours!
Bubble Sam - Bubbles at the Library!
Sat, Dec 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Central CMR East,Central CMR West
Bubbles
Paddington Party @North
Mon, Dec 29, 11:00am - 1:00pm
North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room
Celebrate all things Paddington Bear!
Community Craft Circle @THP South
Mon, Dec 29, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room
Community Craft Circle, work on your knitting, crochet, embroidery, or any craft you like!  This is not a class, so there will be no instruction, but we learn from each other and enjoy conversation.
Monday Evening Storytime @Central CCR
Mon, Dec 29, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Central Library - Children's Non-Fiction Room
Jump into your jammies and join us for stories, songs, puppets, and more!
Baby/Toddler Storytime @THP South - Books, lapjogs, rhymes, music and more
Tue, Dec 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch
This is a participatory program for you to playfully interact with your child while they are engaging in pre-literacy activities.
Let's Cook Karamu! @North
Tue, Dec 30, 11:00am - 1:00pm
North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room
Join us in the North Branch community room for a cooking demonstration, history talk, and sharing of a Kwanzaa meal!
BPL Book Club
Tue, Dec 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Community Meeting Room
A mostly literary fiction Book Club.
Lego Club @ Central CCR
Tue, Dec 30, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Children's Non-Fiction Room
Join us in the Children's Room for a weekly LEGO club on Tuesday evenings from 4:30-6:00pm.
Storytime @North
Wed, Dec 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room
Join us at North Branch for stories, songs, rhymes, and fun! This 30-minute story time is geared towards children ages 2-5.
Stay & Play @North
Wed, Dec 31, 11:00am - 11:30am
North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room
An opportunity for kids to play with toys, soft blocks, and musical instruments after storytime.
Noon Year's Eve for Kids!
Wed, Dec 31, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Children's Non-Fiction Room
A special New Year's Eve celebration just for kids! Ages 3-6
Early Closure - New Year's Eve
Wed, Dec 31, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
North Branch
All library locations will close early at 6:00 P.M. on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 for New Year's Eve.
Early Closure - New Year's Eve
Wed, Dec 31, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Central Library
All library locations will close early at 6:00 P.M. on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 for New Year's Eve.
Early Closure - New Year's Eve
Wed, Dec 31, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch
All library locations will close early at 6:00 P.M. on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 for New Year's Eve.
Early Closure - New Year's Eve
Wed, Dec 31, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Claremont Branch
All library locations will close early at 6:00 P.M. on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 for New Year's Eve.
Early Closure - New Year's Eve
Wed, Dec 31, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Tool Lending Library
All library locations will close early at 6:00 P.M. on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 for New Year's Eve.
Early Closure - New Year's Eve
Wed, Dec 31, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
West Branch
All library locations will close early at 6:00 P.M. on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 for New Year's Eve.
Library Closure - New Year's Day
Thu, Jan 01, All day
Tool Lending Library
All library locations will be closed all day on Thursday, January 1, 2026 for New Year's Day.
Library Closure - New Year's Day
Thu, Jan 01, All day
North Branch
All library locations will be closed all day on Thursday, January 1, 2026 for New Year's Day.
Library Closure - New Year's Day
Thu, Jan 01, All day
Claremont Branch
All library locations will be closed all day on Thursday, January 1, 2026 for New Year's Day.
Library Closure - New Year's Day
Thu, Jan 01, All day
Central Library
All library locations will be closed all day on Thursday, January 1, 2026 for New Year's Day.
Library Closure - New Year's Day
Thu, Jan 01, All day
West Branch
All library locations will be closed all day on Thursday, January 1, 2026 for New Year's Day.
Library Closure - New Year's Day
Thu, Jan 01, All day
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch
All library locations will be closed all day on Thursday, January 1, 2026 for New Year's Day.
Social Services Drop-In @North
Fri, Jan 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
North Branch
Join our Social Services Specialist for support on various services, including healthcare, housing, and employment.
Technology Help @Central, (Onsite w/Remote Option)
Fri, Jan 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library
Drop In Tech Help
Super Cinema
Fri, Jan 02, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Community Meeting Room
Movies from all genres and eras.
Community Wellness Dance Class @North
Fri, Jan 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room
Join us for a another 3-month session of this supportive and inclusive Community Wellness Dance Class, every 1st and 3rd Friday from 2-3pm in the Community Meeting Room of the North Branch Library.
Sewing Circle @Central
Sat, Jan 03, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Central Library - Community Meeting Room
Drop in and use one of our sewing machines.
Cancelled
Chess @North
Sat, Jan 03, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
North Branch
Chess on the first Saturday of the month
Family Photo Fun Crafternoon - Create a lasting memory at the library.
Sat, Jan 03, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Children's Non-Fiction Room
Make art with family and friend photos. Craft supplies provided.
Social Services Drop-In @THPS
Mon, Jan 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch
Join our Social Services Specialist for support on various services, including healthcare, housing, and employment.
Social Services Drop-In @Claremont
Tue, Jan 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Claremont Branch
Join our Social Services Specialist for support on various services, including healthcare, housing, and employment.
Baby/Toddler Storytime @THP South - Books, lapjogs, rhymes, music and more
Tue, Jan 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch
This is a participatory program for you to playfully interact with your child while they are engaging in pre-literacy activities.
Line Dancing at the Library @Central
Tue, Jan 06, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Mystery Room
Join us for a fun line dancing class.
Fiber Arts @Central - Where Knitters and Crocheters Meet!
Tue, Jan 06, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Community Meeting Room
Come play with yarn or hop on a sewing machine.
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