Bones at Central

Fri · Oct 2·3 PM – 5 PM·Central Library · Berkeley

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!

Fri · Oct 9·3 PM – 5 PM·Central Library · Berkeley

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!

Fri · Oct 16·3 PM – 5 PM·Central Library · Berkeley

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!

Fri · Oct 23·3 PM – 5 PM·Central Library · Berkeley

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!

Fri · Oct 30·2 PM – 3:30 PM·West Branch · Berkeley

No school? No problem! Come have a playdate at the library! West Branch is hosting playtime on the days Berkeley Unified Schools are closed in October for students- Monday Oct 5th and Friday Oct 30 from 2:00-3:30pm. All ages are welcomed, but activities will be geared toward TK-5th graders. Activities include arts/craf…

Fri · Oct 30·North Branch · Berkeley

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…

Fri · Oct 30·Palos Verdes, Calif. · Berkeley

Neutral site (Dennis Rizza Collegiate Invitational)

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…

Tue · Nov 3·3:30 PM – 5 PM·West Branch · Berkeley

Stop by West Branch and make a beautiful beaded bracelet or hemp cord necklace for yourself or a friend. All materials and snacks provided. This program is intended for Elementary and tween age children and occurs every first Tuesday of the month from 3:30pm-5:00pm.

Sat · Oct 31·11 AM·Tilden (Berkeley): Nature Area

TILDEN NATURE AREA – Bizarre and curious growths of various shapes, sizes and colors! Take a walk through the forest as we explore plant galls, what they are and who creates them. Inspired by their wild designs, we will create our own costume accessory then walk the green carpet showcasing our creations. All ages. Pare…

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