Chess at Central

Thu · Oct 1·3 PM – 5 PM·Central Library · Berkeley

We have plenty of boards and a big screen for online chess or puzzles! We will be playing in The Commons on the 1st floor. All Levels Are Welcome

Thu · Oct 8·3 PM – 5 PM·Central Library · Berkeley

We have plenty of boards and a big screen for online chess or puzzles! We will be playing in The Commons on the 1st floor. All Levels Are Welcome

Thu · Oct 15·3 PM – 5 PM·Central Library · Berkeley

We have plenty of boards and a big screen for online chess or puzzles! We will be playing in The Commons on the 1st floor. All Levels Are Welcome

Thu · Oct 22·3 PM – 5 PM·Central Library · Berkeley

We have plenty of boards and a big screen for online chess or puzzles! We will be playing in The Commons on the 1st floor. All Levels Are Welcome

Thu · Oct 29·3:30 PM – 5 PM·Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch · Berkeley

Our Fall 2026 series will be at: THPS Community Room (1901 Russell St) - Thursdays, 3:30-5:00pm, 10/8-12/10* Central 4th Floor Children's Nonfiction Room (2090 Kittredge St) - Fridays, 3:30-5:00pm, 10/9-12/11* *Library closed 11/26-11/27 Kids and family welcome! Sponsored by the Friends of the Berkeley Public Library A…

Thu · Oct 29·3:30 PM – 5:30 PM·Claremont Branch · Berkeley

Stop by the Claremont Branch on Thursday, October 29th from 3:30-5:30pm for some Halloween fun featuring games, trick-or-treating, and prizes for young children! See you s̶c̶a̶r̶e there! 👻

Thu · Oct 29·2155 Center Street Berkeley, CA

Graduate students from the Departments of African American and African Diaspora Studies and History of Art offer exhibition tours on selected Wednesdays at 12:15 PM, Sundays at 2 PM, and Free First Thursdays at 1:15 PM.

Thu · Oct 29·4 PM – 5:30 PM·Central Library · Berkeley

September 24 - November 19 Thursdays from 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Central Library, 4th Floor Children's Room Free math, drop-in tutoring for students grades K-12. We will pair up tutors on a first come, first serve basis. In collaboration with Equal Math, a student led organization. About Equal Math: The mission of Equal Mat…

Wed · Oct 28·4:30 PM – 5:15 PM·Central Library · Berkeley

October 7 - November 4 Wednesdays from 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm Central Library, 4th Floor Children's Room Reading Buddies builds reading confidence for emerging readers and creates positive reading experiences. For children Preschool to 3rd grade. Registration encouraged to help us pair readers with mentors. Drop-ins welcome…

Sun · Nov 1·10:30 AM·Tilden (Berkeley): Environmental Education Center

TILDEN NATURE AREA – Gather ‘round for a wonderful children’s book read aloud. Meet at the front desk of the Environmental Education Center. Wheelchair accessible. Drop-in; no registration required. For information call 510-544-2217. Dates in Nov & Dec: Nov 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, Dec 6, 13, 20 & 27

Thu · Oct 1·10:30 AM – 11:30 AM·The Freight, Main Music Hall · Berkeley

Please join us at The Freight, one of Berkeley's oldest and most beloved music venues, for a special series of musical story time with The Story Time Band! These FREE events will take place on Thursdays, 9/3, 10/1, and 11/5, and 12/3 at 10:30 am (doors open at 10:00 am), and will feature live music, movement activities…

Thu · Oct 1·12 PM – 1 PM·Central Library · Berkeley

Playreaders do exactly what the name says: it’s an interactive program where participants read aloud from plays, changing parts frequently so everyone gets a chance to bring theater to life. Registration is not necessary but if you'd like to join the listserv, email me: jmarston@berkeleyca.gov