This is a self-directed opportunity to use our sewing machines on site for your own project. Some basic supplies and staff help with setting up a machine will be available. If you need a specific color of thread for your project, please bring it with you.
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Día de los Muertos is a two-day Mexican holiday honoring loved ones who have passed away. One important part of this tradition is the ofrenda (altar). The Berkeley Public Library respectfully invites community members to participate in the Día de los Muertos tradition by submitting pictures of beloved pets who have cro…
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.
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Join Chris Carmichael in search of both resident and migrant birds in the Garden’s many bird friendly micro habitats. Chris will be joined by Susan Greef, Garden Member and avid birder. Beginning and experienced bird watchers are welcome. Limited to 15 participants. This walk follows uneven terrain, with areas of paved…
Join us in the North Children's Room on Tuesday, October 27 at 4pm for a sugar skull crafting event in celebration of Dia de los Muertos All materials (including clay sugar skulls) will be provided. Supplies are limited, first come first served. For ages 5 to 12
Join us for a new Sticker Club at Claremont Branch. Sign up for a spot on the fourth Monday of every month between 4:00-5:00pm and design a sticker to keep or share. Space is limited. Please call 510-981-6280 to sign up.
Join us each month as we try out a new activity. No artistic experience is needed. Supplies will be provided. Available on a first come, first served basis as supplies and space allow. For Adults only. Contact the branch to learn about upcoming crafts. This program is possible thanks to a grant from the Friends of Oakl…
Everyone’s welcome, no matter your level! We’ll have sets on hand, or feel free to bring your own. New to the game? No worries—some players will be around to show you the ropes. Hope to see you there!
Drop in to enjoy music play at the Central Library, 4th floor on Friday 4th September 2026, from 4:30 to 5:30 pm Friday 11th September 2026, from 4:30 to 5:30 pm Friday 18th September 2026, from 4:30 to 5:30 pm Friday 25th September 2026, from 4:30 to 5:30 pm Join us for chants, finger plays, folk music and rounds, wit…
¡Empezamos nuestro quinto año como club! ¿Ya te has apuntado? Cada mes tendremos dos sesiones; una en persona y una sesión virtual para conversar sobre narrativa escrita por autoras contemporáneas y obras literarias clásicas de escritoras del siglo XX de habla hispana. Nuestro club estará dirigido a participantes que p…
Ballet & Books is a not-for-profit dance and literacy mentorship program run by UC Berkeley students in partnership with the Berkeley Public Library/Berkeley READS.
