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Upcoming Events

  • Tiny Tot Time
    Tiny Tot Time
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Sep 13
    Sep 13, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
    Calling all toddlers! Tiny Tot Time is a fun-filled program for all the little ones! Join us for programs and activities that foster play, exploration, creativity, and socialization. Recommended for ages 5 and under.
  • Piñata-making
    Piñata-making
    Sat, Sep 13
    Sep 13, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
    Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by joining us for our piñata-making workshop! Recommended for ages 12-18. Registration is requested.
  • Bunco!
    Bunco!
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, Sep 15
    Sep 15, 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.
  • Switch Gaming
    Switch Gaming
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, Sep 15
    Sep 15, 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!
  • "Read 'em and Weed" - Gardening Group
    "Read 'em and Weed" - Gardening Group
    Sep 16, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:45 PM
    A casual group where you can meet with like-minded neighbors and chat plants and all things gardening, swap seedlings, exchange tips, or learn new skills. All levels of experience welcome!
  • Chair Yoga
    Chair Yoga
    Multiple Dates
    Wed, Sep 17
    Sep 17, 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, Sep 17
    Sep 17, 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, Sep 18
    Sep 18, 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.
  • Late Opening
    Late Opening
    Sat, Sep 20
    Sep 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    The library will be opening late for staff training. Hours will be 1:00-5:00.
  • Home School Connections
    Home School Connections
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Sep 23
    Sep 23, 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
  • Vaccination Clinic
    Vaccination Clinic
    Thu, Sep 25
    Sep 25, 2025, 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM
    The library is hosting Osco Pharmacy for a Vaccination Clinic, offering flu, Covid, shingles, pneumonia, RSV, MMR, hepatitis B, and tetanus. Sign up through our website or the link below and bring your insurance card with you. 10% off groceries with every immunization!
  • Board Games & Dragon Card Gaming
    Board Games & Dragon Card Gaming
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Sep 27
    Sep 27, 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.
  • Age Options Medicare Presentation
    Age Options Medicare Presentation
    Sep 29, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Have questions about Medicare? What's in, What's out? What's changing for the upcoming year? What do I do? A licensed SHIP counselor from Aging Care Connections will be here to answer all your questions. Registration recommended. Drop in welcome.
  • Gaming Day
    Gaming Day
    Fri, Oct 03
    Oct 03, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
    Join us for a fun gaming day and enjoy switch gaming, board games, laser tag, and more! A snack will be provided.
  • Fall Sale
    Fall Sale
    Sat, Oct 04
    Oct 04, 2025, 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM
    Help support the library by attending our Fall Sale. This year, we are happy to host craft vendors selling their wares just in time for the holidays. The sale will also feature a homemade baked goods sale, raffle, and book/DVD/CD sale.
  • Taco'Bout Books
    Taco'Bout Books
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Oct 07
    Oct 07, 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!
  • Adult Book Discussion
    Adult Book Discussion
    Multiple Dates
    Wed, Oct 08
    Oct 08, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:45 PM
    Join us for a lively discussion on this month's selection.
  • Senior Bingo
    Senior Bingo
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, Oct 13
    Oct 13, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Come have some fun and meet your neighbors! Snacks and prizes provided.
Contact

Address

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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