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Upcoming Events

  • Miss Allison Tiny Tot Time
    Miss Allison Tiny Tot Time
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Nov 15
    Nov 15, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
    Calling all toddlers! Join us for a special Tiny Tot session with Allison Davis of Miss Allison’s Musikgarten. Kids aged 0-5, their parents and/or caregivers will have loads of fun with music, instruments, and dancing! Registration requested.
  • Bunco!
    Bunco!
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, Nov 17
    Nov 17, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Bunco is a newer program to the library. Join us in this fun dice game, meet new people, enjoy some snacks and maybe even win a prize or two.
  • Cozy Crafting Corner
    Cozy Crafting Corner
    Nov 17, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
    Need a break from the daily grind? Come relax and rediscover your creative side at our Cozy Crafting Corner. Enjoy an evening of laid-back crafting, great conversation, and warm drinks.
  • Home School Connections
    Home School Connections
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Nov 18
    Nov 18, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
    This program provides homeschooled children in the area to come together to learn and explore. Dress to get messy! Ages: 7-13
  • Chair Yoga
    Chair Yoga
    Multiple Dates
    Wed, Nov 19
    Nov 19, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Victoria Jackson, a certified yoga instructor will be leading this class in gentle exercises. All adults are welcome.
  • Anime Club
    Anime Club
    Multiple Dates
    Wed, Nov 19
    Nov 19, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    Calling all teens! We're happy to introduce an monthly anime club just for you: you help pick what anime to watch, we'll have a snack (or two), and have fun crafts available as well! Register in advance to vote on what we watch!
  • Story Time
    Story Time
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, Nov 20
    Nov 20, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    " Join us for Story Time, where we read, learn, and grow together through stories! Make connections with other area parents of small children, while your child(ren) get to enjoy books, music, tactile play, and a snack.
  • Fall Cupcake Decorating
    Fall Cupcake Decorating
    Nov 22, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
    Calling all teens! Join us for our cupcake decorating event, which will feature fun fall-themed patterns! Recommended ages are 12-18. Registration is required.
  • Board Games & Dragon Card Gaming
    Board Games & Dragon Card Gaming
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Nov 22
    Nov 22, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Chess, mancala, board games, dragon card gaming, or bring your own. Come with friends, or come and make friends! Light snacks, friendly environment.
  • LIBRARY CLOSED
    LIBRARY CLOSED
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, Nov 27
    Nov 27, 2025, 12:00 AM – 11:50 PM
  • 3D Printing Beginner Course
    3D Printing Beginner Course
    Nov 27, 2025, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
    Design it, print it, love it! Tweens, get ready to dive into the exciting world of 3D printing. Learn to create and bring your digital designs to life in this hands-on class! Registration required, both sessions must be attended for project completion. Ages 8-13.
  • Taco'Bout Books
    Taco'Bout Books
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Dec 02
    Dec 02, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Ready for a side of discussion with your tacos? Our new group, "Taco 'Bout Books," will meet at Berkeley's Taco Express on the first Tuesday of each month. Registration is requested. Books for the upcoming meeting will be available for checkout at the library beforehand. Meet us at Taco Express!
  • Holiday Open House 2025
    Holiday Open House 2025
    Dec 06, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Mark your calendars to join us at the library for our annual Holiday Open House! There will be cookies, cocoa, tea, holiday crafting for all ages, a community organizations’ meet-and-greet, a special photo op with Mr. and Mrs. Claus, and a caricature artist to draw your likeness!
  • Senior Bingo
    Senior Bingo
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, Dec 08
    Dec 08, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Take a card and pull up a seat. Listen as numbers are called and then BINGO! Maybe it's you, and you win a prize! Either way you're a winner because there is conversation with others and light refreshments served.
  • Switch Gaming
    Switch Gaming
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, Dec 08
    Dec 08, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
    Join us once a month for Switch Gaming @ 3:30 p.m.! Battle it out in Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros, and other popular games. Play for fun and enjoy a snack!
  • Adult Book Discussion
    Adult Book Discussion
    Multiple Dates
    Wed, Dec 10
    Dec 10, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:45 PM
    Join us for a lively discussion on this month's selection.
  • Red & Green Magic Show
    Red & Green Magic Show
    Dec 13, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Join us for an exciting Christmas-themed magic show presented by the Pocket Circus! Families will enjoy a humor-filled magic show with audience participation! All ages are welcome. Registration required.
  • Story Time with a Cop
    Story Time with a Cop
    Dec 19, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
    Join us for a special story time featuring a special guest from the Berkeley Police Department! Children will enjoy engaging stories read by an officer and will learn more about our community heroes! A special craft and tactile play will follow the stories.
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1637 N. Taft Avenue

Berkeley, IL 60163

708-544-6017 mail@berkeleypl.org

Opening Hours

Mon - Thu: 9:30am - 8pm

Friday: 9:30am - 6pm

​Saturday: 10am - 5pm

Closed Sundays

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