Mystery Book Club @West

Chinese Storytime @THPS - Cantonese/English Storytime

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.

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

Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch

Learn about shapes with Meh Yun educators and their new book about shapes and Dim Sum!

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, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Electronic Classroom

Attend beginning tech class and earn a free laptop.

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

Opera+ at the Library with Gabrielle Lochard @THP South

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.

Tue, Dec 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room

Join classically trained musician Gabrielle Lochard for an Acapella solo set, mixing opera, folk, spirituals and jazz.

Cantonese Bilingual Storytime with Meh Yun @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.

Dungeons & Dragons @Central

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!

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.

December Movies @THP South - Snacks, Crafts and Classic Movies

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.

Wed, Dec 03, 4:00pm - 5:45pm

Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room

Join us for two afternoons in December of snacks, crafts and classic movies.

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

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, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Electronic Classroom

Attend beginning tech class and earn a free laptop.

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

Join us for live zine readings and featured artists at this Oakland Creates Zine Fest 2025 artist preview night.

Introduction to the Citizenship Process - Virtual

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.

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

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

West Branch - West Branch Meeting Room

Stay-n-Play a while, right after our Bilingual Baby Bounce

MOCHA Creative Art Play @Central CCR

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

Central Library

Drop In Tech Help

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!

Berkeley & Portland LGBTQIA+ Book Club

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.

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

This event is full

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

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.

Need Medical Care @Central

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!

Tue, Dec 09, 10:00am - 3:00pm

Central Library

Need help connecting to medical care or community resources?

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

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.

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!

Tue, Dec 09, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Electronic Classroom

Attend beginning tech class and earn a free laptop.

Launching Your 2026 Job Search for Better Results

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.

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.

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!

Eviction Defense Center @Central Com

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

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

ESL Conversation Club @West - ESL Conversation Club - In Person

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.

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, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Central Library - Electronic Classroom

Attend beginning tech class and earn a free laptop.

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.

Winter Karaoke Party - For the IDD Community

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.

Fri, Dec 12, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Central Library - Community Meeting Room

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

Fri, Dec 12, 11:00am - 11:30am

West Branch - West Branch Meeting Room

Stay-n-Play a while, right after our Bilingual Baby Bounce

MOCHA Creative Art Play @Central CCR

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

Central Library

Drop In Tech Help

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!

Line Dance with Carah @THP South

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!

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

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.

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.

Baywheels Lyft Bike Share for All Program @Central

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!

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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?

Swords to Plowshares @Central

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.

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.

December Movies @THP South - Snacks, Crafts and Classic Movies

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.

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

MOCHA Creative Art Play @THP South

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!

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.

In The Stax: Author Talk With Crispin Kott & Mike Katz

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.

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

Fri, Dec 19, 11:00am - 11:30am

West Branch - West Branch Meeting Room

Stay-n-Play a while, right after our Bilingual Baby Bounce

MOCHA Creative Art Play @Central CCR

Fri, Dec 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Central Library

Drop In Tech Help

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!

Chess with Larry @Claremont

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

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.

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

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!

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!

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.

Wed, Dec 24, All day

Tool Lending Library

All library locations will be closed all day Wednesday, December 24, 2025 for Christmas Eve.

Wed, Dec 24, All day

Claremont Branch

All library locations will be closed all day Wednesday, December 24, 2025 for Christmas Eve.

Wed, Dec 24, All day

West Branch

All library locations will be closed all day Wednesday, December 24, 2025 for 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.

Wed, Dec 24, All day

North Branch

All library locations will be closed all day Wednesday, December 24, 2025 for Christmas Eve.

Wed, Dec 24, All day

Central Library

All library locations will be closed all day Wednesday, December 24, 2025 for Christmas Eve.

Thu, Dec 25, All day

North Branch

All library locations will be closed all day Thursday, December 25, 2025 for Christmas Day.

Thu, Dec 25, All day

Central Library

All library locations will be closed all day Thursday, December 25, 2025 for 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.

Thu, Dec 25, All day

West Branch

All library locations will be closed all day Thursday, December 25, 2025 for 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.

Thu, Dec 25, All day

Claremont Branch

All library locations will be closed all day Thursday, December 25, 2025 for Christmas Day.

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

Games Galore Retro Edition

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.

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

Bubble Sam - Bubbles at the Library!

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!

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.

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

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!

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.

Noon Year's Eve for Kids!

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.