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SEPTEMBER
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library
39 upcoming events for kids and families at Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library, straight from the calendar we read every week.
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Join our Social Services Specialist for support on various services, including healthcare, housing, and employment. We are here to assist you and connect you with local organizations tailored to your needs. Questions? Call 510-981-6240
TUESDAY
22
SEPTEMBER
Baby/Toddler Storytime @THP South Books, rhymes, music and more
Adults and older children who can play and participate independently are welcome.
WEDNESDAY
23
SEPTEMBER
THURSDAY
24
SEPTEMBER
In the 1968 classic film Bullitt , San Francisco police detective Frank Bullitt (Steve McQueen) is hired by a politician to guard a mob witness. When hitmen kill the man, Bullitt goes rogue to uncover a complex double-cross involving a decoy witness, leading to a legendary car chase and airport shootout. Basic Instinct…
FRIDAY
25
SEPTEMBER
Craft Circle Please join our Community Craft Circle where you can work on your knitting, crochet, tatting, embroidery, or any craft you like! We get together every other Friday from 1PM to 4PM to have a chance to be social and creative together. The space is large with chairs, tables, and plugs on the floor for any ele…
TUESDAY
29
SEPTEMBER
Baby/Toddler Storytime @THP South Books, rhymes, music and more
WEDNESDAY
30
SEPTEMBER
THURSDAY
1
OCTOBER
Led by dancer, theater artist, and Berkeley Civic Arts Individual Artist Grantee, ChingChi Yu, this dance program is designed for all fitness levels, body types, and ages; no prior dance training is required. Each class will start with breathing and wellness movement exercises, such as tapping, level-arm swinging, and…
FRIDAY
2
OCTOBER
Herencia Guantanamera embodies the cultural heritage and legacy of Guantánamo, a province in Cuba. It encompasses the traditions, music, dance, cuisine, and way of life that have been passed down through generations. The vision of Herencia Guantanamera revolves around preserving and celebrating this unique cultural ide…
SATURDAY
3
OCTOBER
Come Play Ukulele! Let's get together and strum and sing some songs at THP South Branch! Bring your own ukulele, or use one of ours!
Did you ever receive an education on how life insurance works, what you can use it for, and the different types of policies that exist? Most of us never have, yet everyone seems to have an opinion on whether they need it or not. 70% of Americans over the age of 65 today will need some form of Long-Term Care (LTC) in th…
MONDAY
5
OCTOBER
Join our Social Services Specialist for support on various services, including healthcare, housing, and employment. We are here to assist you and connect you with local organizations tailored to your needs. Questions? Call 510-981-6240
TUESDAY
6
OCTOBER
Baby/Toddler Storytime @THP South Books, rhymes, music and more
First Aid-- October 6 Learn how to make and then take home herbal powder for a cut, a topical for splinters and insect stings, and a tea that helps to lower fevers! Menopausal Support-- November 17 Discover some gentle, herbal supports as well renewed life rituals for menopause and perimenopause. Winter Skincare-- Dece…
WEDNESDAY
7
OCTOBER
All levels welcome, including complete beginners. Bring your own work in progress, or learn the basics with a beginner-friendly project and guidance from an experienced crocheter. Some supplies available; bring your own if you have them.
THURSDAY
8
OCTOBER
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…
Come hear Khiara Bridges, a leading expert on race, class, maternal health, and reproductive rights discuss her new book Expecting Inequity; an exploration of the persistence of racism in reproductive healthcare in the US—and why even affluent Black women are imperiled by substandard care.
FRIDAY
9
OCTOBER
Craft Circle Please join our Community Craft Circle where you can work on your knitting, crochet, tatting, embroidery, or any craft you like! We get together every other Friday from 1PM to 4PM to have a chance to be social and creative together. The space is large with chairs, tables, and plugs on the floor for any ele…
MONDAY
12
OCTOBER
2026 Schedule of Holidays, Early Closings & Late Openings Date Holiday / Notes January 1, 2026 (Thursday) New Year’s Day All Library locations closed. January 19, 2026 (Monday) Martin Luther King Jr. Day All Library locations closed. January 30, 2026 (Friday) All-Staff Meeting All Library locations open at 11:00am. Feb…
TUESDAY
13
OCTOBER
Baby/Toddler Storytime @THP South Books, rhymes, music and more
Join our supportive and inclusive autism support group and social club, dedicated to creating a safe space where autistic individuals can connect, share experiences, and build friendships. With meetups, activities, and peer support, we foster a sense of community and belonging, empowering each member to thrive socially…
WEDNESDAY
14
OCTOBER
Got pain? The Pain Clinic offers a different approach to chronic pain. It's a pleasure and consent-based approach to caring for your body that's fun and sustainable. In this hands-on workshop you'll learn new techniques to address everyday aches and pains from sitting, typing, and screens that affect your hands and arm…
THURSDAY
15
OCTOBER
Led by dancer, theater artist, and Berkeley Civic Arts Individual Artist Grantee, ChingChi Yu, this dance program is designed for all fitness levels, body types, and ages; no prior dance training is required. Each class will start with breathing and wellness movement exercises, such as tapping, level-arm swinging, and…
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…
LoCura Trio plays acoustic versions of your favorite LoCura songs as well as lively rumba flamenca tunes and in-the-moment improvisations. For the past 11 years, Oakland-based LoCura has crafted their own unique musical identity: "Califas Mestizo Music," a blend of Latin American and Iberian rhythms such as rumba, cumb…
SATURDAY
17
OCTOBER
Come Play Ukulele! Let's get together and strum and sing some songs at THP South Branch! Bring your own ukulele, or use one of ours!
MONDAY
19
OCTOBER
Join our Social Services Specialist for support on various services, including healthcare, housing, and employment. We are here to assist you and connect you with local organizations tailored to your needs. Questions? Call 510-981-6240
TUESDAY
20
OCTOBER
Baby/Toddler Storytime @THP South Books, rhymes, music and more
Join Sistah Scifi and the Berkeley Public Library for an evening exploring how Black horror can be used as a tool for Black healing—confronting trauma, reclaiming suppressed histories, and imagining new possibilities for liberation. Featuring a conversation with Black writers and cultural workers, the program will exam…
WEDNESDAY
21
OCTOBER
Artist Kenneth Tan will guide the group through drawing one square at a time—one line at a time—while instrumental music plays softly in the background. Enjoy a meditative experience designed to help you slow down, relax, and enjoy the creative process. This program is designed for adults and teens. Children who are ab…
THURSDAY
22
OCTOBER
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…
This discussion will feature Bay Area artists and experts in how radio has shaped our relationship to music and sound. Moderated by artist Derwin Deon Brown II. The Berkeley Public Library's In the Stax is collaborating with artist Derwin Deon Brown II, founder of the Black American Sound System (B.A.S.S.) in bringing…
FRIDAY
23
OCTOBER
Craft Circle Please join our Community Craft Circle where you can work on your knitting, crochet, tatting, embroidery, or any craft you like! We get together every other Friday from 1PM to 4PM to have a chance to be social and creative together. The space is large with chairs, tables, and plugs on the floor for any ele…
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