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Musical Story Time @City of Berkeley Parks - with The Story Time Band
Thu, Apr 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Frances Albrier Community Center
Music, movement, and read-aloud stories for children and their caregivers
Chess at Central
Thu, Apr 16, 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 16, 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... more
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.
Family Place Parent-Child Playshops - for ages 0-3 and their parents and caregivers
Fri, Apr 17, 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... more
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.
Chess Club @Claremont - A weekly chess meet-up for all ages and levels.
Fri, Apr 17, 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... more
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.
Family Story Time @Central CCR
Sat, Apr 18, 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!
Robotics Build for Grades 3-5 @THPS South - Registration Required
Sat, Apr 18, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch - THPS Branch Meeting Room
Learn how to build a robot with the VEX Robotics Kit. For Grades 3-5. Registration required.
This event is full
Monday Evening Storytime @Central CCR
Mon, Apr 20, 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 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.
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
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.
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
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... more
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.
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... more
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.
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... more
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.
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,... more
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!
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.
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.
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... more
Drop-in, open-studio to play with Ableton music software and instruments -- learn how to make your own song *basic computer skills required*
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
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.
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.
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!
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... more
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.
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!
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
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!
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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!
FCBD 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!
Polaroid Party @Claremont
Sat, May 02, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Claremont Branch - Claremont Area Flex Space
Come celebrate Free Comic Book Day with us!
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
Chess @North
Sat, May 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
North Branch - North Branch Meeting Room
Chess on the first Saturday of the month
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... more
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.
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!
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!
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.
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!
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... more
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
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.
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!
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!
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... more
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.
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... more
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!
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!
Berkeley City Ballet @Central
Sat, May 09, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Children's Non-Fiction Room
Excerpts from Sleeping Beauty!
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.
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!
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.
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... more
Drop-in, open-studio to play with Ableton music software and instruments -- learn how to make your own song *basic computer skills required*
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.
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.
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!
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!
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!
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... more
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.
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... more
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
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
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