Name: Baby/Toddler Time @THP South
Start: 2025-11-11T10:30:00-08:00
End: 2025-11-11T11:00:00-08:00
Location: Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch

Cancelled

Baby/Toddler Time @THP South

Books, lapjogs, rhymes, music and more

Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch

Have fun and meet other care-givers while you and your child participate in early literacy activities.

This is a participatory program for you to playfully interact with your child while they are engaging in pre-literacy activities. Please arrive early to get the most out of the program. It is best to interact with your child during the program and to put your cell phone away. Stay and play after the program happens in the space with toys and manipulatives.

AGE GROUP: | Early Childhood |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytime |

Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch

Hours

About the Library

Upcoming Events

Bilingual Baby Bounce (Spanish/Español) @West - Hora de cantos y juegos para bebés

Fri, Nov 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

West Branch - West Branch Meeting Room

Storytime in Spanish and English for babies and toddlers

Technology Help @Central, (Onsite w/Remote Option)

Fri, Nov 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Central Library

Drop In Tech Help

Super Cinema

Fri, Nov 14, 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, Nov 14, 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, Nov 14, 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!

Junk Journaling @North

Fri, Nov 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room

Learn how to document your daily life, scrapbook style

Family Story Time @Central CCR

Sat, Nov 15, 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!

Central Library's First Chess Tournament

Sat, Nov 15, 11:00am - 5:30pm

Central Library - 1st Floor Non-fiction Room,The Commons

Registration for this casual clash is now open!

How Rabbit Stole Fire: Storytelling by Alicia Retes - for Native American Heritage Month

Sat, Nov 15, 11:00am - 11:45am

West Branch - West Branch Meeting Room

A highly interactive retelling of the Southeast Woodlands North American legend. Ages 4 and up

Ukulele Club @THP South

Sat, Nov 15, 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!

Navigating Mental Health Care @THP South

Sat, Nov 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch

Accessing Mental Health care can be a navigation maze depending on your provider. Learn how to get through to the care you want.

November Death Cafe @Central - Special Edition!

Sat, Nov 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Community Meeting Room

Featuring two experts on End of Life Choices.

Musical Instrument Petting Zoo - Music program

Sat, Nov 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

West Branch - West Branch Meeting Room

Explore different musical instruments and find the right one for you

Artist Talk: Thoughts of a Large Red Woman @THP South - with UrbanRezLife

Sat, Nov 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room

Please join UrbanRezLife for an informal conversation about her life, art , writing and growing up red in the Bay Area.

Jump and Shake Time @THP South - a movement storytime

Mon, Nov 17, 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, Nov 17, 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.

Rescheduled

🌀🌈 DARK SIDE OF OZ 🌑🎶 - A Retro Movie + Music Mashup Experience!

Mon, Nov 17, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

New date Tuesday, November 18, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Central Library

🌈 Follow the Yellow Brick Road… 🎧 …to the Dark Side of the Moon.

Monday Evening Storytime @Central CCR

Mon, Nov 17, 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 Time @THP South - Books, lapjogs, rhymes, music and more

Tue, Nov 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room

Have fun and meet other care-givers while you and your child participate in early literacy activities.

ESL Conversation Club - Virtual

Tue, Nov 18, 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.

Wellness Dance Class with ChingChi @THP South

Tue, Nov 18, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room

Join this supportive dance environment, where you can feel free to be yourself, connect with others, improve your overall well-being and have fun!

Line Dancing at the Library @Central

Tue, Nov 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library - Mystery Room

Join us for a fun line dancing class.

Dinovember Crafternoons @Claremont

Tue, Nov 18, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Claremont Branch - Claremont Area Flex Space

November is dinosaur season at the Claremont Branch!

Fiber Arts @Central - Where Knitters and Crocheters Meet!

Tue, Nov 18, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Community Meeting Room

Come play with yarn or hop on a sewing machine.

Lego Club @ Central CCR

Tue, Nov 18, 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.

🌀🌈 DARK SIDE OF OZ 🌑🎶 - A Retro Movie + Music Mashup Experience!

Tue, Nov 18, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Central Library

🌈 Follow the Yellow Brick Road… 🎧 …to the Dark Side of the Moon.

Popping the Science Bubble - Research Talks: How to Build a Quantum Computer

Tue, Nov 18, 5:00pm - 7:15pm

West Branch

Research Talk

Old-time Tune Jam @Central Art & Music - hosted by Berkeley Old Time Music Convention

Tue, Nov 18, 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.

Autistic Connections @THP South - Autism Support Group and Social Club

Tue, Nov 18, 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, Nov 19, 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.

South Berkeley Sewing Circle @THP South

Wed, Nov 19, 10:30am - 1:30pm

Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room

Learn basic sewing techniques and skills. All levels of experience are welcomed.

Stay & Play @North

Wed, Nov 19, 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, Nov 19, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Central Library

Need help paying your energy bill?

Technology Help @Central, (Onsite w/Remote Option)

Wed, Nov 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library - Electronic Classroom

Drop in tech help

Teen Hangout @THP South

Wed, Nov 19, 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.

Swords to Plowshares @Central

Wed, Nov 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library

Are you a veteran in need of housing and employment support?

Teen Hangout @Claremont

Wed, Nov 19, 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, Nov 19, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room

Teen games & snacks!

Dungeons & Dragons @Central

Wed, Nov 19, 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.

Weaving Yourself In! Youth Workshop @Central

Wed, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Children's Non-Fiction Room

Hands On Textile Workshop for Youth with Cristina Edwards!

ESL Conversation Club - Virtual

Wed, Nov 19, 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.

The Pain Clinic @THP South - with the Art of Self Alignment

Wed, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch

Join us for a workshop with Brandon Chien, where you'll learn self-massage and alignment techniques to enhance flexibility, strength, and body awareness.

Musical Story Time @The Freight - with The Story Time Band

Thu, Nov 20, 10:30am - 11:30am

Other

Music, Movement, and Stories for Children

Playreaders Circle @Central - Bringing Plays to Life

Thu, Nov 20, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Central Library - Community Meeting Room

Gathering Together to Read a Different Play each Month

Drop-in Tech Help

Thu, Nov 20, 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, Nov 20, 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, Nov 20, 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.

Read to a Dog @West

Thu, Nov 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

West Branch - West 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.

Teen Games @West Branch

Thu, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

West Branch

Nintendo Switch, Jenga, Uno & Popcorn!

Reading Buddies @ Claremont

Thu, Nov 20, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Claremont Branch - Claremont Area Flex Space

Kids will be paired with a teen reading mentor to build confidence and make reading fun.

Repulsive Reads @North

Thu, Nov 20, 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. (Meeting time moved for November due to holiday)

Poetry Circle - a friendly reading circle

Thu, Nov 20, 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.

Mushroom Foraging @THP South - Learn about wild mushrooms!

Thu, Nov 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room

Fork In The Path is back to teach all about gathering wild mushrooms in Northern California.

Drop-in Tech Help

Thu, Nov 20, 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.

Bilingual Baby Bounce (Spanish/Español) @West - Hora de cantos y juegos para bebés

Fri, Nov 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

West Branch - West Branch Meeting Room

Storytime in Spanish and English for babies and toddlers

Technology Help @Central, (Onsite w/Remote Option)

Fri, Nov 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Central Library

Drop In Tech Help

Community Wellness Dance Class @North

Fri, Nov 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room

Join us this Fall for a 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.

Super Cinema

Fri, Nov 21, 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, Nov 21, 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, Nov 21, 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!

Collage Club @Central A&M

Fri, Nov 21, 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!

Family Story Time @Central CCR

Sat, Nov 22, 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!

Chess with Larry @Claremont

Sat, Nov 22, 10:30am - 11:30am

Claremont Branch - Claremont Area Flex Space

Learn strategies and winning moves with Larry Snyder, a National Chess Master. For all ages and skill levels.

Line Dance with Carah @THP South

Sat, Nov 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room

Come move your body and learn line dances in the library!

HorŠe Tuuxi, My name is Kai! @Central CCR - An Event w/ Author Angel Heart

Sat, Nov 22, 11:30am - 12:15pm

Central Library - Children's Non-Fiction Room

Talking about the Lisjan-Ohlone Peoples' culture and history

Bring Them Home @North - Documentary Film Screening

Sat, Nov 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room

Bring Them Home/Aiskótáhkapiyaaya chronicles a decades-long initiative by members of the Blackfoot Confederacy to bring wild buffalo (Blackfeet: iinnii) back to the Blackfeet Reservation.

Cozy Crafts @ Claremont

Sat, Nov 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

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.

Succulents!! @Claremont

Sat, Nov 22, 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Claremont Branch - Claremont Area Flex Space

Explore the world of succulents with Lori Caldwell.

Yoga with Roopa @Central - Standing and chair Yoga with meditation to follow

Sat, Nov 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library - Community Meeting Room

Suitable for beginners

Author Talk and Q&A with Donté Clark @THP South - author of We Cry Freedom

Sat, Nov 22, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch

Come see Bay Area artist Donté Clark read from his latest work WE CRY FREEDOM

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Jump and Shake Time @THP South - a movement storytime

Mon, Nov 24, 10:30am - 11:10am

Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch

Jump, shake, dance, books and parachute play

Magic Dan @THP South - Hilarious magical fun!

Mon, Nov 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch

Lots of laughs for all ages with premiere children's magician Magic Dan.

Wellness Dance Class with ChingChi @THP South

Mon, Nov 24, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room

Join this supportive dance environment, where you can feel free to be yourself, connect with others, improve your overall well-being and have fun!

Mystery Book Club @West - The Widows Of Malabar Hill

Mon, Nov 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

West Branch - West Branch Meeting Room

This month's title is The Widows Of Malabar Hill by Sujata Massey

Monday Evening Storytime @Central CCR

Mon, Nov 24, 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 Time @THP South - Books, lapjogs, rhymes, music and more

Tue, Nov 25, 10:30am - 11:00am

Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room

Have fun and meet other care-givers while you and your child participate in early literacy activities.

ESL Conversation Club - Virtual

Tue, Nov 25, 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.

BPL Book Club

Tue, Nov 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library - Community Meeting Room

A mostly literary fiction Book Club.

Movie Matinee: The Lego Movie

Tue, Nov 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Central Library

Drop by and watch the original Lego Movie.

Dinovember Crafternoons @Claremont

Tue, Nov 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Claremont Branch - Claremont Area Flex Space

November is dinosaur season at the Claremont Branch!

Lego Club @ Central CCR

Tue, Nov 25, 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.

How to Walk Your Talk: When Opportunities Show Up

Tue, Nov 25, 5:00pm - 6:15pm

Virtual

An event for active job seekers.

Storytime @North

Wed, Nov 26, 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, Nov 26, 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, Nov 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library - Electronic Classroom

Drop in tech help

ESL Conversation Club - Virtual

Wed, Nov 26, 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.

Early Closure - Thanksgiving Eve

Wed, Nov 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch

All Library locations will close early at 6:00 P.M. on Wednesday, November 27, 2025 for Thanksgiving Eve.

Early Closure - Thanksgiving Eve

Wed, Nov 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Tool Lending Library

All Library locations will close early at 6:00 P.M. on Wednesday, November 27, 2025 for Thanksgiving Eve.

Early Closure - Thanksgiving Eve

Wed, Nov 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Claremont Branch

All Library locations will close early at 6:00 P.M. on Wednesday, November 27, 2025 for Thanksgiving Eve.

Early Closure - Thanksgiving Eve

Wed, Nov 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

West Branch

All Library locations will close early at 6:00 P.M. on Wednesday, November 27, 2025 for Thanksgiving Eve.

Early Closure - Thanksgiving Eve

Wed, Nov 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

North Branch

All Library locations will close early at 6:00 P.M. on Wednesday, November 27, 2025 for Thanksgiving Eve.

Early Closure - Thanksgiving Eve

Wed, Nov 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Central Library

All Library locations will close early at 6:00 P.M. on Wednesday, November 27, 2025 for Thanksgiving Eve.

Library Closure - Thanksgiving Holiday

Thu, Nov 27, All day

North Branch

All library locations will be closed all day Thursday, November 27, 2025 for Thanksgiving Holiday.

Library Closure - Thanksgiving Holiday

Thu, Nov 27, All day

West Branch

All library locations will be closed all day Thursday, November 27, 2025 for Thanksgiving Holiday.

Library Closure - Thanksgiving Holiday

Thu, Nov 27, All day

Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch

All library locations will be closed all day Thursday, November 27, 2025 for Thanksgiving Holiday.

Library Closure - Thanksgiving Holiday

Thu, Nov 27, All day

Tool Lending Library

All library locations will be closed all day Thursday, November 27, 2025 for Thanksgiving Holiday.

Library Closure - Thanksgiving Holiday

Thu, Nov 27, All day

Central Library

All library locations will be closed all day Thursday, November 27, 2025 for Thanksgiving Holiday.

Library Closure - Thanksgiving Holiday

Thu, Nov 27, All day

Claremont Branch

All library locations will be closed all day Thursday, November 27, 2025 for Thanksgiving Holiday.

Library Closure - Thanksgiving Holiday

Fri, Nov 28, All day

Central Library

All library locations will be closed all day Friday, November 28, 2025 for Thanksgiving Holiday.

Library Closure - Thanksgiving Holiday

Fri, Nov 28, All day

Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch

All library locations will be closed all day Friday, November 28, 2025 for Thanksgiving Holiday.

Library Closure - Thanksgiving Holiday

Fri, Nov 28, All day

West Branch

All library locations will be closed all day Friday, November 28, 2025 for Thanksgiving Holiday.

Library Closure - Thanksgiving Holiday

Fri, Nov 28, All day

North Branch

All library locations will be closed all day Friday, November 28, 2025 for Thanksgiving Holiday.

Library Closure - Thanksgiving Holiday

Fri, Nov 28, All day

Claremont Branch

All library locations will be closed all day Friday, November 28, 2025 for Thanksgiving Holiday.

Library Closure - Thanksgiving Holiday

Fri, Nov 28, All day

Tool Lending Library

All library locations will be closed all day Friday, November 28, 2025 for Thanksgiving Holiday.

Technology Help @Central, (Onsite w/Remote Option)

Fri, Nov 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Central Library

Drop In Tech Help

Family Story Time @Central CCR

Sat, Nov 29, 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!

Puzzle Swap @Claremont copy

Sat, Nov 29, 10:30am - 11:30am

Claremont Branch

Join us for puzzle swap at Claremont Branch Library! All puzzlers welcome -- bring a puzzle to swap and take a fresh one home.

Ukulele Club @THP South

Sat, Nov 29, 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!

Make Your Own Fossils @West

Sat, Nov 29, 11:30am - 1:00pm

West Branch - West Branch Meeting Room

Love dinosaurs? Love clay? Stop by West and make your own dinosaur fossils!

Jump and Shake Time @THP South - a movement storytime

Mon, Dec 01, 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 01, 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 01, 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 Time @THP South - Books, lapjogs, rhymes, music and more

Tue, Dec 02, 10:30am - 11:00am

Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room

Have fun and meet other care-givers while you and your child participate in early literacy activities.

ESL Conversation Club - Virtual

Tue, Dec 02, 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.

Line Dancing at the Library @Central

Tue, Dec 02, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library - Mystery Room

Join us for a fun line dancing class.

Winter Magic Crafternoons @Claremont

Tue, Dec 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Claremont Branch - Claremont Area Flex Space

Come celebrate the winter season at the Claremont Branch!

Beads For Every Body@West

Tue, Dec 02, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

West Branch - West Branch Meeting Room

Hey Tweens, stop by West every First Tuesday of the Month between 3:30-5:00pm and make a beautiful, beaded bracelet.

Fiber Arts @Central - with Special Guest Presenter!

Tue, Dec 02, 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Central Library - Community Meeting Room

Laura Tandeske and the Art of Embroidery

Lego Club @ Central CCR

Tue, Dec 02, 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.

Cantonese Author Storytime with Beatrice Teppe @North

Wed, Dec 03, 10:30am - 11:00am

North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room

Storytime in Cantonese and English

Stay & Play @North

Wed, Dec 03, 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 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library - Electronic Classroom

Drop in tech help

Teen Hangout @THP South

Wed, Dec 03, 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 03, 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 03, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room

Teen games & snacks!

Dungeons & Dragons @Central

Wed, Dec 03, 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 03, 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.

Love Rebels @North - Author Talk with Kitty Stryker

Wed, Dec 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room

Author Talk

Musical Story Time @The Freight - with The Story Time Band

Thu, Dec 04, 10:30am - 11:30am

Other

Music, Movement, and Stories for Children

Playreaders Circle @Central - Bringing Plays to Life

Thu, Dec 04, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Central Library - Community Meeting Room

Gathering Together to Read a Different Play each Month

Drop-in Tech Help

Thu, Dec 04, 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 04, 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 04, 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 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

West Branch

Nintendo Switch, Jenga, Uno & Popcorn!

Family Game Night@West

Thu, Dec 04, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

West Branch - West Branch Meeting Room

Families, join us for family fun with new and classic board games!

Oakland Creates Zine Readings @THP South

Thu, Dec 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room

Oakland Creates Zine Fest 2025 artist preview night.

Drop-in Tech Help

Thu, Dec 04, 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.

Introduction to the Citizenship Process - Virtual

Thu, Dec 04, 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.

Bilingual Baby Bounce (Spanish/Español) @West - Hora de cantos y juegos para bebés

Fri, Dec 05, 10:30am - 11:00am

West Branch - West Branch Meeting Room

Storytime in Spanish and English for babies and toddlers

Technology Help @Central, (Onsite w/Remote Option)

Fri, Dec 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Central Library

Drop In Tech Help

Super Cinema

Fri, Dec 05, 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 05, 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 05, 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!

Collage Club @Central A&M

Fri, Dec 05, 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 (virtual)

Fri, Dec 05, 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 06, 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!

Sewing Circle @Central

Sat, Dec 06, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Central Library - Community Meeting Room

Drop in and use one of our sewing machines.

Berkeley & Portland LGBTQIA+ Book Club

Sat, Dec 06, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Virtual

Monthly book club featuring prominent Queer characters and themes!

Intermediate Sewing: Sustainable Giftwrap @North

Sat, Dec 06, 1:00pm - 4:00pm

North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room

Learn how to sew your own giftwrap

Author Talk with Scot Danforth @Central - An Independent Man

Sat, Dec 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library - Mystery Room

Join us for a talk by Chapman University Professor Scot Danforth on his new book An Independent Man: Ed Roberts and the Fight for Disability Rights. Presented in partnership with UC Press

Crafting Nostalgia @THP South - A Tribute to PBS

Sat, Dec 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room

Join us for an afternoon of crafts inspired by PBS shows we know and love!

Chess @North

Sat, Dec 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

North Branch - North Teen Room

Chess on the first Saturday of the month

Animated Afternoons @Claremont

Sat, Dec 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Claremont Branch - Claremont Area Flex Space

Please join us once a month at the Claremont Branch Library for a fun-filled afternoon of animated film!

Tatreez Workshop - Learn the Art of Palestinian Embroidery

Sat, Dec 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Teen Room,The Commons

Discover the historical and political significance of Tatreez while learning the fundamentals of the falahi stich.

This event is full

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

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!

Baby/Toddler Time @THP South - Books, lapjogs, rhymes, music and more

Tue, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:00am

Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room

Have fun and meet other care-givers while you and your child participate in early literacy activities.

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.

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.

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

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

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 crafts, music, and treats 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.

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

Technology Help @Central, (Onsite w/Remote Option)

Fri, Dec 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Central Library

Drop In Tech Help

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!

Registration opens Saturday, December 6 2025 at 11:00am

Jazz Lounge Concert Series @THP South - Sticklerphonics featuring Scott Amendola on drums

Sat, Dec 13, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room

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.

Robotics Build for Grades 3-5 @North (Registration Required)

Sat, Dec 13, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room

Robotics Build Workshop for Grades 3-5

Talk with a Teen Therapist @THP South

Sat, Dec 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - South Teen Room

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.

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