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Slime Lab @Claremont

Slime making fun for children ages 5-8!

Register on Eventbrite beginning Saturday, 4/26/25 at 10:00 a.m. for our next session of slime-making fun! Ages 5-8 only and each participant must be accompanied by an adult.

AGE GROUP: | Elementary |

EVENT TYPE: | Sci, Tech, Engineering & Math |

Wheelchair accessible. Request sign language interpreter, real-time captioning, materials in large print, braille, or other accommodations by calling 510-981-6195 (Library) or the 510-981-6347 (City of Berkeley TDD line). Please refrain from scented products during public programs.

 

Many library programs are funded by the generous support of the Friends of the Berkeley Public Library. Thank you, Friends!

Claremont Branch
Phone: 510-981-6280
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We're open 10:00AM to 8:00PM

Mon, Apr 20 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Apr 21 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Apr 22 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Apr 23 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Fri, Apr 24 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Apr 25 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Apr 26 Closed
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Baby/Toddler Storytime @THP South - Books, lapjogs, rhymes, music and more
Tue, Apr 21, 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.
ESL Conversation Club - Virtual
Tue, Apr 21, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Central Library
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.
Line Dancing at the Library @Central
Tue, Apr 21, 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, Apr 21, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Community Meeting Room
Come play with yarn or hop on a sewing machine.
Fiber Arts @Central - Where Knitters and Crocheters Meet!
Tue, Apr 21, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library
Come play with yarn or hop on a sewing machine.
Henna Design Workshop @Central
Tue, Apr 21, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Teen Room
Come, relax, and enjoy the fun, as we decorate our hands and hearts with beautiful henna!
LEGO Club @Central CCR
Tue, Apr 21, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Children's Non-Fiction Room
Join us for a weekly LEGO club on Tuesday evenings from 4:30-6:00PM
Margaret Atwood Documentary @West - Margaret Atwood: A Word After a Word After a Word Is Power
Tue, Apr 21, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
West Branch - West Branch Meeting Room
We will watch a documentary featuring revered writer Margaret Atwood.
Old-time Tune Jam @Central Art & Music - hosted by Berkeley Old Time Music Convention
Tue, Apr 21, 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.
Popping the Science Bubble - Chimpanzee Diet & Animal Optics
Tue, Apr 21, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Central Library - Mystery Room
A UC Berkeley seminar series
Culinary Herbalism @North RSVP REQUIRED - Herbalist Workshop
Tue, Apr 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
North Branch
Learn how to incorporate local herbs into your diet.
This event is full
Board Games @THP South
Tue, Apr 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room
Come make new friends, share your favorite board games, and try something new!
Berkeley History Room Open Hours @Central - Every Wednesday 10:00am-1:00pm
Wed, Apr 22, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Central Library - Berkeley History Room
Visit the Berkeley History Room, located inside the Central Library in the southeast corner of the 2nd Floor Fiction Reading Room, during open hours every Wednesday from 10:00am-1:00pm.
Storytime @North
Wed, Apr 22, 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.
Storytime & Community Cafe@West
Wed, Apr 22, 10:30am - 12:00pm
West Branch - West Branch Meeting Room
Community Cafe #2 for caregivers. Under Construction: Learn how routines at home help children grow and feel safe.
Stay & Play @North
Wed, Apr 22, 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.
Teen Hangout @North
Wed, Apr 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room
Teen games & snacks!
Teen Hangout @THP South
Wed, Apr 22, 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, Apr 22, 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.
Technology Help @Central, (Onsite w/Remote Option)
Wed, Apr 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Electronic Classroom
Drop in tech help
Earth Day Craft @THP South
Wed, Apr 22, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room
Celebrate Earth Day with crafts and activities led by Chanel London of Hella Artsy
ESL Conversation Club - Virtual
Wed, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Central Library
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.
Sewing Machine Open Studio @North
Wed, Apr 22, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
North Branch
Sewing machines available for your own project
Rainwater Harvesting @Claremont
Wed, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Claremont Branch - Claremont Area Flex Space
Learn about rainwater harvesting which makes your space and the planet greener. James Ryder of Hillside Earth-Arts Lab joins us for a free talk..
ESL Conversation Club @West
Thu, Apr 23, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
West Branch - Community Meeting Room
ESL Conversation Club @West
Cancelled
Playreaders Circle @Central - Bringing Plays to Life
Thu, Apr 23, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Central Library
Gathering Together to Read a Different Play each Month
BACS @Central
Thu, Apr 23, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library
Need help with housing, shelter, and employment resources?
Chess at Central
Thu, Apr 23, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - The Commons
Join us for casual chess every Thursday from 3pm-5pm in the 1st Floor Commons!
Read to a Dog @North
Thu, Apr 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room
Read to a Dog is a great way for children to practice oral fluency, spend time with a friendly dog, and have fun. For Children ages 5 to 12.
Thursday Features @THP South - Movies in the Library
Thu, Apr 23, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room
Oscar nominated feature films playing at THP South
Teen Games @West Branch - Teen Program
Thu, Apr 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Branch - West Teen Room
Nintendo Switch, Jenga, Uno & Popcorn!
lofi chill beats to study to @North
Thu, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room
work, study, drink tea, listen to some lofi chill beats to study to
Family Place Parent-Child Playshops - for ages 0-3 and their parents and caregivers
Fri, Apr 24, 10:15am - 11:15am
Central Library - Community Meeting Room
Enjoy open-ended, child-directed play with a variety of toys and art activities, learn from community resource professionals on topics such as nutrition and child development & hear a story and song.
Technology Help @Central, (Onsite w/Remote Option)
Fri, Apr 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Electronic Classroom
Drop in tech help
Community Craft Circle @THP South
Fri, Apr 24, 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.
Social Services Drop-In @West
Fri, Apr 24, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
West Branch
Join our Social Services Specialist for support on various services, including healthcare, housing, and employment.
Super Cinema
Fri, Apr 24, 2:30pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Community Meeting Room
Movies from all genres and eras.
Chess Club @Claremont - A weekly chess meet-up for all ages and levels.
Fri, Apr 24, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Claremont Branch Exterior
Chess Club happens every Friday from 3pm-5pm outside the Claremont Branch. All ages and skills levels are welcome. Boards, pieces and clocks are provided.
Teen TTRPGs @North
Fri, Apr 24, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
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!
On the Record: It Might As Well Be Spring @ Central - Jazz crooners and mocktails
Fri, Apr 24, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Art & Music Study Hall
From Nat "King" Cole to Sinatra to Johnny Hartmann, enjoy the smooth sounds of vocal jazz with professionally mixed mocktails
Tai Chi on the Lawn @North
Sat, Apr 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
North Branch - North Branch Lawn
Join instructor Sky Sandoval on the lawn of the North Branch for an introduction to the world of Tai Chi. This weekly event is open to all adults wanting to learn more about this ancient artform.
Free Kidney Disease Screenings @Central CMR
Sat, Apr 25, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Central Library
UC Berkeley KDSAP (Kidney Disease Screening and Awareness Program) will provide free kidney disease screenings in the Community Meeting Room.
Baby and Toddler Clothing Swap @West
Sat, Apr 25, 10:00am - 1:00pm
West Branch - West Branch Meeting Room
Baby and Toddler Clothing Swap. Donate gently used clothes newborn- 3T Fridays from 10:00 AM–1:00 PM at the West Branch desk, before Saturday, April 25
Family Story Time @Central CCR
Sat, Apr 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Central Library - Children's Non-Fiction Room
Join us for fun stories and songs in the Central Children's Room on the 4th Floor of the Central Branch!
Line Dance with Carah @THP South
Sat, Apr 25, 11:00am - 12:15pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room
Come learn line dances in the library with fitness instructor Carah Herring
The Movement Book Club @North - A book club for the people
Sat, Apr 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room
Come together to discuss a book, learn from others, and create meaningful connections in our community.
Affirmations for Black and Brown Girls @THP South - A Writers Showcase for Youth
Sat, Apr 25, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room
A celebratory showcase honoring girls, specifically pre-teens and teens, from Black and LatinX communities.
Register
Strawberry Creek Restoration @Central
Sat, Apr 25, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Mystery Room
Come learn about the Strawberry Creek restoration that is happening on the CAL Campus!
Enchanted Tea Party @North (Registration required)
Sat, Apr 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room
Join us for a costume tea party at North Branch. Reservation required.
All about Waste and Recycling @Central - with Berkeley Waste Management Experts
Sat, Apr 25, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Community Meeting Room
Don't trash it! Recycle instead.
Monday Evening Storytime @Central CCR
Mon, Apr 27, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Central Library
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, Apr 28, 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.
ESL Conversation Club - Virtual
Tue, Apr 28, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Central Library
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.
Book Club: Tilt
Tue, Apr 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
A mostly literary fiction Book Club on Zoom.
Mystery Book Club @West - Cozy Mysteries
Tue, Apr 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Branch - West Branch Meeting Room
For April's meeting choose a cozy mystery to read and share with the group.
Electronic Music-Making Studio @ Central CMR - play and learn music creation with Ableton
Tue, Apr 28, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Community Meeting Room
Drop-in, open-studio to play with Ableton music software and instruments -- learn how to make your own song *basic computer skills required*
Grad Cap Workshop @Central
Tue, Apr 28, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Teen Room
Attention 2026 graduates... turn your graduation cap into a masterpiece!
LEGO Club @Central CCR
Tue, Apr 28, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Children's Non-Fiction Room
Join us for a weekly LEGO club on Tuesday evenings from 4:30-6:00PM
Dungeons & Dragons @West Branch - Teen Program
Tue, Apr 28, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
West Branch - West Teen Room
Teen Game Program
Pop Up Creative Lab @Central
Tue, Apr 28, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Library - The Commons
A creative makerspace pop-up where patrons can explore fun tools for making at the library.
Berkeley History Room Open Hours @Central - Every Wednesday 10:00am-1:00pm
Wed, Apr 29, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Central Library - Berkeley History Room
Visit the Berkeley History Room, located inside the Central Library in the southeast corner of the 2nd Floor Fiction Reading Room, during open hours every Wednesday from 10:00am-1:00pm.
Storytime @North
Wed, Apr 29, 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, Apr 29, 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.
Drop-In Guided Meditation @Central - Take a Moment
Wed, Apr 29, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Central Library - Community Meeting Room
Enjoy an hour of Meditation guided by Jesse from the Berkeley Shambhala Center
Teen Hangout @North
Wed, Apr 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room
Teen games & snacks!
Teen Hangout @THP South
Wed, Apr 29, 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, Apr 29, 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.
Technology Help @Central, (Onsite w/Remote Option)
Wed, Apr 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Electronic Classroom
Drop in tech help
ESL Conversation Club - Virtual
Wed, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Central Library
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.
Grant Writing Basics: From Proposal to Project @THP South
Wed, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room
Grant writing workshop led by multi-awarded grant recipient and facilitator Milani Pelley.
Aguacate Celebrates El día de los niños/El día de los libros
Thu, Apr 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Central Library - Children's Non-Fiction Room
Agucate brings the beats!
Chess at Central
Thu, Apr 30, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - The Commons
Join us for casual chess every Thursday from 3pm-5pm in the 1st Floor Commons!
Thursday Features @THP South - Movies in the Library
Thu, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room
Oscar nominated feature films playing at THP South
Teen Games @West Branch - Teen Program
Thu, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Branch - West Teen Room
Nintendo Switch, Jenga, Uno & Popcorn!
Repulsive Reads @North
Thu, Apr 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room
Repulsive Reads is a book club celebrating all things grim, grotesque, unsettling, macabre, and weird in fiction. Every last Thursday of the month from 5 pm - 6 pm.
Food Drive @North Branch - With Alameda County Community Food Bank
Fri, May 01, All day
North Branch
Join us for a North Branch Spring Food Drive!
Social Services Drop-In @North
Fri, May 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm
North Branch
Join our Social Services Specialist for support on various services, including healthcare, housing, and employment.
Family Place Parent-Child Playshops - for ages 0-3 and their parents and caregivers
Fri, May 01, 10:15am - 11:15am
Central Library - Community Meeting Room
Enjoy open-ended, child-directed play with a variety of toys and art activities, learn from community resource professionals on topics such as nutrition and child development & hear a story and song.
Technology Help @Central, (Onsite w/Remote Option)
Fri, May 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Electronic Classroom
Drop in tech help
Super Cinema
Fri, May 01, 2:30pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Community Meeting Room
Movies from all genres and eras.
Bones at Central - Let's get in a game of bones!
Fri, May 01, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - The Commons
Join us for some casual dominoes games every Friday from 3-5pm in the 1st Floor Commons!
Teen TTRPGs @North
Fri, May 01, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
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!
Collage Club @Central A&M
Fri, May 01, 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!
Opera For Kids: The Barber of Seville + Opera glasses craft - Shortened film version of the classic opera for kids
Fri, May 01, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Central Library
Opera in an Hour programs are presented in partnership with San Francisco Opera
Leamos autoras - Club de lectura en español (virtual)
Fri, May 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Virtual
¡Bienvenides al club de lectura en español de la Biblioteca Pública de Berkeley!
Food Drive @North Branch - With Alameda County Community Food Bank
Sat, May 02, All day
North Branch
Join us for a North Branch Spring Food Drive!
Tai Chi on the Lawn @North
Sat, May 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
North Branch - North Branch Lawn
Join instructor Sky Sandoval on the lawn of the North Branch for an introduction to the world of Tai Chi. This weekly event is open to all adults wanting to learn more about this ancient artform.
Puzzle Swap @Claremont
Sat, May 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Claremont Branch
Exchange your old puzzles for new ones at our Puzzle Swap every other month!
Sewing Circle @Central - Make or Mend
Sat, May 02, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Central Library - Community Meeting Room
Drop in and use one of our sewing machines.
Free Comic Book Day
Sat, May 02, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Central Library
Pick up free comics and check out BPL's new graphic novel mural!
Rescheduled
Puzzle Swap @Claremont
Sat, May 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
New date Saturday, May 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Claremont Branch
Exchange your old puzzles for new ones at our Puzzle Swap every other month!
Family Story Time @Central CCR
Sat, May 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Central Library - Children's Non-Fiction Room
Join us for fun stories and songs in the Central Children's Room on the 4th Floor of the Central Branch!
Berkeley & Portland LGBTQIA+ Book Club
Sat, May 02, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Virtual
Monthly book club featuring prominent Queer characters and themes!
Ukulele Club @THP South
Sat, May 02, 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!
Polaroid Party @Claremont
Sat, May 02, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Claremont Branch - Claremont Area Flex Space
Come celebrate Free Comic Book Day with us!
FCBD Youth Comic Workshop w/ Dean Stuart @Central
Sat, May 02, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Central Library - Children's Non-Fiction Room
It's Free Comic Book Day!
Spring Egg Painting - Celebrate Nowruz
Sat, May 02, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library
Celebrate spring with egg painting inspired by the holiday of Nowruz
Conflict Deescalation @Claremont
Sat, May 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Claremont Branch - Claremont Area Flex Space
Sima Savdharia, founder of Mediation & Healing Justice, hosts a 2-hour Conflict Deescalation training.
Chess @North
Sat, May 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room
Chess on the first Saturday of the month
Author Talk with Jeff Chang @THP South - Water Mirror Echo: Bruce Lee and the Making of Asian America
Sat, May 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room
Join writer, host and cultural organizer Jeff Chang to discuss his new book Water Mirror Echo: Bruce Lee and the Making of Asian America.
Teen Music Showcase @Central
Sat, May 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Teen Room
Join local young adult folk artist Aeryn Roseman live at the Berkeley Public Library for a musical experience!
Food Drive @North Branch - With Alameda County Community Food Bank
Sun, May 03, All day
North Branch
Join us for a North Branch Spring Food Drive!
Spring Crafts @Claremont - part of Music in the Elmwood
Sun, May 03, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Claremont Branch
Join library staff at Music in the Elmwood and make simple felt crafts on Benvenue Avenue, which will be closed to traffic for this event.
Food Drive @North Branch - With Alameda County Community Food Bank
Mon, May 04, All day
North Branch
Join us for a North Branch Spring Food Drive!
Social Services Drop-In @THPS
Mon, May 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch
Join our Social Services Specialist for support on various services, including healthcare, housing, and employment.
East Bay Vivarium@ North Branch
Mon, May 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
North Branch - North Branch Lawn,North Branch Meeting Room
Have a wild time with the East Bay Vivarium's Traveling Reptile Show!
Benefits Lawyer in the Library @Central
Mon, May 04, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library
Have questions about benefits? Need support with public assistance programs?
Magic in the Mundane: An All-Ages Comic Art Workshop
Mon, May 04, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
West Branch
Learn how to turn a precious memory into a comic strip
Monday Evening Storytime @Central CCR
Mon, May 04, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Central Library
Jump into your jammies and join us for stories, songs, puppets, and more!
Food Drive @North Branch - With Alameda County Community Food Bank
Tue, May 05, All day
North Branch
Join us for a North Branch Spring Food Drive!
Social Services Drop-In @Claremont
Tue, May 05, 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, May 05, 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, May 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Mystery Room
Join us for a fun line dancing class.
Beads For Every Body @West
Tue, May 05, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
West Branch - West Branch Meeting Room
Hey families, stop by West every First Tuesday of the Month between 3:30-5:00pm and make a beautiful, beaded bracelet.
Kodomo no hi @North
Tue, May 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
North Branch - North Branch Lawn
In Japan, May 5 is Kodomo no Hi (Children’s Day). Please join us at North Branch to celebrate!
Fiber Arts @Central - Where Knitters and Crocheters Meet!
Tue, May 05, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Community Meeting Room
Come play with yarn: knit, crochet, mend or otherwise get inspired.
LEGO Club @Central CCR
Tue, May 05, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Children's Non-Fiction Room
Join us for a weekly LEGO club on Tuesday evenings from 4:30-6:00PM
Minhwa Folk Art Guided Paint and Sip @Central
Tue, May 05, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Central Library - Mystery Room
Come celebrate AAPI Heritage Month through art! This guided paint and sip will allow you to create your own masterpiece while enjoying some delicious mocktails!
This event is full
Take Back Your Privacy @ THP South - Secure Messaging Training
Tue, May 05, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room
Learn how to use Signal for secure, private messaging and understand why it’s a safer alternative to apps like WhatsApp, iMessage, and Telegram.
Food Drive @North Branch - With Alameda County Community Food Bank
Wed, May 06, All day
North Branch
Join us for a North Branch Spring Food Drive!
Berkeley History Room Open Hours @Central - Every Wednesday 10:00am-1:00pm
Wed, May 06, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Central Library - Berkeley History Room
Visit the Berkeley History Room, located inside the Central Library in the southeast corner of the 2nd Floor Fiction Reading Room, during open hours every Wednesday from 10:00am-1:00pm.
Storytime @North
Wed, May 06, 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, May 06, 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.
Insight Housing @Central
Wed, May 06, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Central Library
The SSVF Alameda Team will be on-site to support veterans experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
Teen Hangout @North
Wed, May 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room
Teen games & snacks!
Teen Hangout @THP South
Wed, May 06, 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, May 06, 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.
Technology Help @Central, (Onsite w/Remote Option)
Wed, May 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Electronic Classroom
Drop in tech help
Dungeons & Dragons @Central
Wed, May 06, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Teen Room
Teens! Come join us for Dungeons and Dragons Club at Central the first and third Wednesday of each month from 3:30pm-5:30pm.
The Mysterious World of the Bull Kelp Forest @North - Author Talk
Wed, May 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room
Author Josie Iselin and illustrator Ellen Litwiller visit North Branch.
Food Drive @North Branch - With Alameda County Community Food Bank
Thu, May 07, All day
North Branch
Join us for a North Branch Spring Food Drive!
Playreaders Circle @Central - Bringing Plays to Life
Thu, May 07, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Central Library - Berkeley History Room
Gathering Together to Read a Different Play each Month
Chess at Central
Thu, May 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - The Commons
Join us for casual chess every Thursday from 3pm-5pm in the 1st Floor Commons!
Thursday Features @THP South
Thu, May 07, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room
Thursday Features is a monthly screening of movies in the library!
Family Game Night @West
Thu, May 07, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
West Branch - West Branch Meeting Room
Families, join us for family fun with new and classic board games!
Introduction to the Citizenship Process - Virtual
Thu, May 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Are you interested in becoming a US citizen and want more information? Join us every 1st Thursday on Zoom for our Citizenship Information session.
Food Drive @North Branch - With Alameda County Community Food Bank
Fri, May 08, All day
North Branch
Join us for a North Branch Spring Food Drive!
Family Place Parent-Child Playshops - for ages 0-3 and their parents and caregivers
Fri, May 08, 10:15am - 11:15am
Central Library - Community Meeting Room
Enjoy open-ended, child-directed play with a variety of toys and art activities, learn from community resource professionals on topics such as nutrition and child development & hear a story and song.
Technology Help @Central, (Onsite w/Remote Option)
Fri, May 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Electronic Classroom
Drop in tech help
Community Craft Circle @THP South
Fri, May 08, 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.
Super Cinema
Fri, May 08, 2:30pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Community Meeting Room
Movies from all genres and eras.
Chess Club @Claremont - A weekly chess meet-up for all ages and levels.
Fri, May 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Claremont Branch Exterior
Chess Club happens every Friday from 3pm-5pm outside the Claremont Branch. All ages and skills levels are welcome. Boards, pieces and clocks are provided.
Bones at Central - Let's get in a game of bones!
Fri, May 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - The Commons
Join us for some casual dominoes games every Friday from 3-5pm in the 1st Floor Commons!
Teen TTRPGs @North
Fri, May 08, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
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!
Food Drive @North Branch - With Alameda County Community Food Bank
Sat, May 09, All day
North Branch
Join us for a North Branch Spring Food Drive!
Tai Chi on the Lawn @North
Sat, May 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
North Branch - North Branch Lawn
Join instructor Sky Sandoval on the lawn of the North Branch for an introduction to the world of Tai Chi. This weekly event is open to all adults wanting to learn more about this ancient artform.
Family Story Time @Central CCR
Sat, May 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Central Library - Children's Non-Fiction Room
Join us for fun stories and songs in the Central Children's Room on the 4th Floor of the Central Branch!
How Money Works @THP South - Financial Literacy for Everyone
Sat, May 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch
Join financial education and literacy advocate Xiomara Batin to learn how money works and how to make it work for you.
Cozy Crafts @Claremont
Sat, May 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Claremont Branch - Claremont Area Flex Space
Let's get crafty! Evoke comfort, warmth, and relaxation by engaging in hands-on crafts that prioritize calming processes and gentle focus.
Berkeley City Ballet @Central
Sat, May 09, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Children's Non-Fiction Room
Excerpts from Sleeping Beauty!
The Poet and the Silk Girl by Satsuki Ina @ Central
Sat, May 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Mystery Room
Satsuki Ina author of: The Poet and the Silk Girl: A Memoir of Love, Imprisonment, and Protest discusses her book, as well as her work and activism.
Musical Story Time - with The Story Time Band
Sat, May 09, 1:30pm - 2:00pm
KQED Fest 2026 - Noise Pop's Homegrown Stage
Join The Story Time Band for a joyful set filled with music and stories at one of San Francisco's best family-friendly street festivals!
May Death Cafe @Central
Sat, May 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Community Meeting Room
A Friendly Gathering with Strangers to Chat about Death.
Register
May Painting Workshop @Claremont - Flower Paining with Yami Carrion
Sat, May 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Claremont Branch - Claremont Area Flex Space
Paint with local artist and educator Yami Carrion in this free, hands-on program for artists of all ages and abilities.
Urban Cycling 101: Day 1 Workshop 2-4pm at THPS
Sat, May 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch
Learn rules of the road.
Register
Food Drive @North Branch - With Alameda County Community Food Bank
Sun, May 10, All day
North Branch
Join us for a North Branch Spring Food Drive!
Food Drive @North Branch - With Alameda County Community Food Bank
Mon, May 11, All day
North Branch
Join us for a North Branch Spring Food Drive!
May Blooms @Claremont - Chinese Brush Painting class with Pauline Tsui
Mon, May 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Claremont Branch - Claremont Area Flex Space
Celebrate Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month at Claremont. Paint flowers and fruits with lucky meanings with Pauline Tsui. Call 510-981-6280 to reserve your space.
Monday Evening Storytime @Central CCR
Mon, May 11, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Central Library
Jump into your jammies and join us for stories, songs, puppets, and more!
Food Drive @North Branch - With Alameda County Community Food Bank
Tue, May 12, All day
North Branch
Join us for a North Branch Spring Food Drive!
Baby/Toddler Storytime @THP South - Books, lapjogs, rhymes, music and more
Tue, May 12, 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.
NAMI East Bay @West
Tue, May 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
West Branch - West Branch Meeting Room
The National Alliance on Mental Illness is the East Bay's voice on mental Illness.
Crafternoons @Claremont
Tue, May 12, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Claremont Branch - Claremont Area Flex Space
Crafternoons @Claremont
Parent-Child Sewing Workshop @North - With Kathe Boyd
Tue, May 12, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room
Learn to sew in a supportive and fun environment!
Electronic Music-Making Studio @ Central CMR - play and learn music creation with Ableton
Tue, May 12, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Art & Music Study Hall
Drop-in, open-studio to play with Ableton music software and instruments -- learn how to make your own song *basic computer skills required*
Grad Cap Workshop @Central
Tue, May 12, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Teen Room
Attention 2026 graduates... turn your graduation cap into a masterpiece!
LEGO Club @Central CCR
Tue, May 12, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Children's Non-Fiction Room
Join us for a weekly LEGO club on Tuesday evenings from 4:30-6:00PM
Pop Up Creative Lab @Central
Tue, May 12, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Library - The Commons
A creative makerspace pop-up where patrons can explore fun tools for making at the library.
Your Resume Summary Section: Ways to Compel Interest
Tue, May 12, 5:00pm - 6:15pm
Virtual
An interactive event for job seekers
Autistic Connections @THP South - Autism Support Group and Social Club
Tue, May 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room
A supportive and inclusive autism support group and social club
Food Drive @North Branch - With Alameda County Community Food Bank
Wed, May 13, All day
North Branch
Join us for a North Branch Spring Food Drive!
Berkeley History Room Open Hours @Central - Every Wednesday 10:00am-1:00pm
Wed, May 13, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Central Library - Berkeley History Room
Visit the Berkeley History Room, located inside the Central Library in the southeast corner of the 2nd Floor Fiction Reading Room, during open hours every Wednesday from 10:00am-1:00pm.
Storytime @North
Wed, May 13, 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, May 13, 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.
Teen Hangout @North
Wed, May 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room
Teen games & snacks!
Teen Hangout @THP South
Wed, May 13, 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, May 13, 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.
Technology Help @Central, (Onsite w/Remote Option)
Wed, May 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Electronic Classroom
Drop in tech help
Knitting Circle @North
Wed, May 13, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room
Knitting Circle @North
Monthly Board Game Night @West
Wed, May 13, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
West Branch - West Branch Meeting Room
Your Turn! A monthly board game night for the curious and the adventurous at Berkeley Public Library West Branch :)
Trivia Night @Claremont
Wed, May 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Claremont Branch - Claremont Area Flex Space
Test your general knowledge at Claremont's Trivia Night. Bring a team or join one here.
Food Drive @North Branch - With Alameda County Community Food Bank
Thu, May 14, All day
North Branch
Join us for a North Branch Spring Food Drive!
Eviction Defense Center @Central Com
Thu, May 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library
Need help with housing matters or facing eviction?
Playreaders Circle @Central - Bringing Plays to Life
Thu, May 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Central Library - Berkeley History Room
Gathering Together to Read a Different Play each Month
ESL Conversation Club @West
Thu, May 14, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
West Branch - Community Meeting Room
ESL Conversation Club @West
BACS @Central
Thu, May 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library
Need help with housing, shelter, and employment resources?
Chess at Central
Thu, May 14, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - The Commons
Join us for casual chess every Thursday from 3pm-5pm in the 1st Floor Commons!
Leamos autoras - Club de lectura en español (presencial) @Central
Thu, May 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library
¡Bienvenides al club de lectura en español de la Biblioteca Pública de Berkeley!
Nicole Wong @North (registration required) - Author Talk & Mahjong Program
Thu, May 14, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room
Meet author Nicole Wong of the Mahjong Project. Learn about the story of the Asian diaspora through the history of mahjong.
Registration opens Friday, May 1 2026 at 9:00am
Live Music and Storytelling @THP South - featuring The Sampaguitas
Thu, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room
Celebrate Filipinx-American culture with a live music performance featuring The Sampaguitas!
Food Drive @North Branch - With Alameda County Community Food Bank
Fri, May 15, All day
North Branch
Join us for a North Branch Spring Food Drive!
Technology Help @Central, (Onsite w/Remote Option)
Fri, May 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Electronic Classroom
Drop in tech help
Super Cinema
Fri, May 15, 2:30pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Community Meeting Room
Movies from all genres and eras.
Chess Club @Claremont - A weekly chess meet-up for all ages and levels.
Fri, May 15, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Claremont Branch Exterior
Chess Club happens every Friday from 3pm-5pm outside the Claremont Branch. All ages and skills levels are welcome. Boards, pieces and clocks are provided.
Bones at Central - Let's get in a game of bones!
Fri, May 15, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - The Commons
Join us for some casual dominoes games every Friday from 3-5pm in the 1st Floor Commons!
Collage Club @Central A&M
Fri, May 15, 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!
Food Drive @North Branch - With Alameda County Community Food Bank
Sat, May 16, All day
North Branch
Join us for a North Branch Spring Food Drive!
Family Story Time @Central CCR
Sat, May 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Central Library - Children's Non-Fiction Room
Join us for fun stories and songs in the Central Children's Room on the 4th Floor of the Central Branch!
Master of Prestidigitation - The Magic of Michael Nguyen
Sat, May 16, 11:00am - 11:45am
North Branch - North Branch Lawn,North Branch Meeting Room
Bring the family and enjoy the magic of Michael Nguyen. A program for all ages! This program will be outside on the lawn of the North Branch
Ukulele Club @THP South
Sat, May 16, 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!
Individual Poetry Writing Workshops @Central - with poet, teacher, and Berkeley resident Ray Hsu
Sat, May 16, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Art & Music Study Hall
Work one-on-one with an experienced poetry teacher to receive feedback on your own poetry and craft!
Chorus Song Circle @ THP South
Sat, May 16, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room
Join us for an intergenerational folk song circle and build community through singing!
Art Club @Claremont - Come make art with us.
Sat, May 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Claremont Branch Exterior
An art day for the whole Community. Every third Saturday of the month outside the Claremont Branch. All ages and levels are welcome. Fun for all.
Jewish Dance @North
Sat, May 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
North Branch - North Branch Lawn,North Branch Meeting Room
Jewish Dance @North celebrating Jewish-American Heritage Month
Food Drive @North Branch - With Alameda County Community Food Bank
Sun, May 17, All day
North Branch
Join us for a North Branch Spring Food Drive!
Library Closure - Holiday
Mon, May 18, All day
Central Library
All library locations are closed according to the 2026 Schedule of Holidays, Early Closings & Late Openings.
Library Closure - Holiday
Mon, May 18, All day
Claremont Branch
All library locations are closed according to the 2026 Schedule of Holidays, Early Closings & Late Openings.
Library Closure - Holiday
Mon, May 18, All day
North Branch
All library locations are closed according to the 2026 Schedule of Holidays, Early Closings & Late Openings.
Library Closure - Holiday
Mon, May 18, All day
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch
All library locations are closed according to the 2026 Schedule of Holidays, Early Closings & Late Openings.
Library Closure - Holiday
Mon, May 18, All day
Tool Lending Library
All library locations are closed according to the 2026 Schedule of Holidays, Early Closings & Late Openings.
Library Closure - Holiday
Mon, May 18, All day
West Branch
All library locations are closed according to the 2026 Schedule of Holidays, Early Closings & Late Openings.
Food Drive @North Branch - With Alameda County Community Food Bank
Tue, May 19, All day
North Branch
Join us for a North Branch Spring Food Drive!
Baby/Toddler Storytime @THP South - Books, lapjogs, rhymes, music and more
Tue, May 19, 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, May 19, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Mystery Room
Join us for a fun line dancing class.
Crafternoons @Claremont
Tue, May 19, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Claremont Branch - Claremont Area Flex Space
Crafternoons @Claremont
Fiber Arts @Central - Where Knitters and Crocheters Meet!
Tue, May 19, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Community Meeting Room
Come play with yarn or hop on a sewing machine.
Individual Poetry Writing Workshops @Central - with poet, teacher, and Berkeley resident Ray Hsu
Tue, May 19, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Library - Berkeley History Room
Work one-on-one with an experienced poetry teacher to receive feedback on your own poetry and craft!
Grad Cap Workshop @Central
Tue, May 19, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Teen Room
Attention 2026 graduates... turn your graduation cap into a masterpiece!
Creative Writing Space @West
Tue, May 19, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
West Branch - West Branch Meeting Room
Come by West and enjoy our peaceful, friendly and community writing space. All levels of writers welcomed!
LEGO Club @Central CCR
Tue, May 19, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Central Library - Children's Non-Fiction Room
Join us 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, May 19, 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.
Popping the Science Bubble - Embryo development & Sticky science
Tue, May 19, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Central Library - Mystery Room
A UC Berkeley seminar series
Food Drive @North Branch - With Alameda County Community Food Bank
Wed, May 20, All day
North Branch
Join us for a North Branch Spring Food Drive!
Berkeley History Room Open Hours @Central - Every Wednesday 10:00am-1:00pm
Wed, May 20, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Central Library - Berkeley History Room
Visit the Berkeley History Room, located inside the Central Library in the southeast corner of the 2nd Floor Fiction Reading Room, during open hours every Wednesday from 10:00am-1:00pm.
Storytime @North
Wed, May 20, 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.
Storytime & Community Cafe@West
Wed, May 20, 10:30am - 12:00pm
West Branch - West Branch Meeting Room
Community Cafe #3 for caregivers. Family 2 Family (Parent 2 Parent): A space to discuss the positives and challenges of family life, how to grow from those experiences, and how to build community.
Stay & Play @North
Wed, May 20, 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, May 20, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Central Library
Need help paying your energy bill?
Teen Hangout @North
Wed, May 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room
Teen games & snacks!
Teen Hangout @THP South
Wed, May 20, 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, May 20, 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.
Technology Help @Central, (Onsite w/Remote Option)
Wed, May 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Electronic Classroom
Drop in tech help
Swords to Plowshares @Central
Wed, May 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library
Are you a veteran in need of housing and employment support?
Dungeons & Dragons @Central
Wed, May 20, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Teen Room
Teens! Come join us for Dungeons and Dragons Club at Central the first and third Wednesday of each month from 3:30-5:30pm.
Pop Up Creative Lab @West
Wed, May 20, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
West Branch - West Branch Meeting Room
A creative makerspace pop-up where patrons can explore fun tools for making at the library.
Food Drive @North Branch - With Alameda County Community Food Bank
Thu, May 21, All day
North Branch
Join us for a North Branch Spring Food Drive!
Cancelled
Musical Story Time @City of Berkeley Parks - with The Story Time Band
Thu, May 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Frances Albrier Community Center
Music, movement, and read-aloud stories for children and their caregivers
Playreaders Circle @Central - Bringing Plays to Life
Thu, May 21, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Central Library - Community Meeting Room
Gathering Together to Read a Different Play each Month
Chess at Central
Thu, May 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - The Commons
Join us for casual chess every Thursday from 3pm-5pm in the 1st Floor Commons!
Thursday Features @THP South
Thu, May 21, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room
Thursday Features is a monthly screening of movies in the library!
Poetry Circle - a friendly reading circle
Thu, May 21, 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.
Japanese Pantry Essentials @North
Thu, May 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room
Join us to learn about essential items in the Japanese cooking pantry.
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