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Berkeley Public Library

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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!

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Upcoming Events

  • Chair Yoga
    Chair Yoga
    Multiple Dates
    Jan 22, 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.
  • Library Board of Trustees Meeting
    Library Board of Trustees Meeting
    Multiple Dates
    Jan 22, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Unless otherwise noted, meetings of the Berkeley Public Library Board of Trustees are open to the public. The Board welcomes you to attend!
  • Fit & Strong
    Fit & Strong
    Multiple Dates
    Jan 23, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
    This is a 90-minute (60 minute workout, 30 minute discussion) group exercise and educational program through Illinois Pathways that meets biweekly for 12 weeks lead by an AgeOptions, certified instructor. Registration is required.
  • Board Games & Chess
    Board Games & Chess
    Multiple Dates
    Jan 25, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Join us in a friendly game of chess, checkers, or mancala here at the library.
  • Homeschool Connections
    Homeschool Connections
    Multiple Dates
    Jan 28, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
    Registration is currently closed for this session.
  • Taco 'Bout Books!
    Taco 'Bout Books!
    Multiple Dates
    Feb 04, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Snacks and casual conversations about fun titles from a variety of genres!
  • Teen Study Sesh
    Teen Study Sesh
    Feb 05, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
    On the first Wednesday each month, we'll have dedicated teen study time. Bring your homework, have a snack, chill at the library!
  • Adult Book Group
    Adult Book Group
    Multiple Dates
    Feb 05, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:45 PM
    Join us for a monthly discussion on a featured read!
  • Story Time
    Story Time
    Multiple Dates
    Feb 06, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Join us as we read stories and play together!
  • Crafternoon
    Crafternoon
    Multiple Dates
    Feb 07, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
    Do you enjoy crafts? Join our monthly social crafternoon! Bring your own project or start something new with us!
  • Senior Bingo
    Senior Bingo
    Multiple Dates
    Feb 10, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Come have some fun and meet your neighbors! Snacks and prizes provided.
  • Gaming
    Gaming
    Multiple Dates
    Feb 10, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
    Join your fellow gamers as we battle it out in Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros, and other popular games.
  • Bunco!
    Bunco!
    Multiple Dates
    Feb 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.
  • "Read 'em and Weed" - Gardening Group
    "Read 'em and Weed" - Gardening Group
    Feb 18, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:45 PM
    The Berkeley Public Library is happy to introduce a new casual gardening 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!
  • Anime Club
    Anime Club
    Multiple Dates
    Feb 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!
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