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Upcoming Events

  • Chair Yoga
    Chair Yoga
    Multiple Dates
    Wed, Jun 25
    Jun 25, 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.
  • Story Time
    Story Time
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, Jun 26
    Jun 26, 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.
  • Miss Allison Tiny Tot Time
    Miss Allison Tiny Tot Time
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Jun 28
    Jun 28, 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.
  • Board Games & Chess
    Board Games & Chess
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Jun 28
    Jun 28, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Join us in a friendly game of chess, checkers, or mancala here at the library.
  • Gazebo Walking Group
    Gazebo Walking Group
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, Jun 30
    Jun 30, 2025, 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM
    Put on your walking shoes and meet us at the Gazebo in Berkeley Park, across from the Village Hall. We will walk the new Prairie Path Loop from the gazebo and back again. This is a drop-in program, so come as often as you like. See you at the Gazebo!
  • Taco 'Bout Books!
    Taco 'Bout Books!
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Jul 01
    Jul 01, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Snacks and casual conversations about fun titles from a variety of genres!
  • LIBRARY CLOSED
    LIBRARY CLOSED
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, Jul 04
    Jul 04, 2025, 12:00 AM – 11:50 PM
  • Switch Gaming Days
    Switch Gaming Days
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, Jul 07
    Jul 07, 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. Play for fun or compete with others for a fun prize!
  • The Story of Lego with Cheryl Brown
    The Story of Lego with Cheryl Brown
    Jul 07, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:45 PM
    Calling all Lego enthusiasts! Join us to learn the story behind The Lego Company, now the world's largest toy company. On display will be 2 tables of Lego memorabilia.
  • Tai Chi - Age Options
    Tai Chi - Age Options
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Jul 08
    Jul 08, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    Tai Chi helps to enhance balance, reduce pain, and boost overall health. This is an 8-week class that meets 2X a week.
  • Homeschool Play Days
    Homeschool Play Days
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Jul 08
    Jul 08, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Homeschooling families are welcome to join us monthly for exploration, discovery, and socializing with other area homeschoolers. This is a great opportunity for homeschool families to meet and make connections. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration required.
  • Adult Book Discussion
    Adult Book Discussion
    Multiple Dates
    Wed, Jul 09
    Jul 09, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:45 PM
    Join us for a lively discussion on this month's selection.
  • Tiny Tot Time
    Tiny Tot Time
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Jul 12
    Jul 12, 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.
  • Dragon Card Gaming
    Dragon Card Gaming
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Jul 12
    Jul 12, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Unleash your dragons and battle other players to claim victory! Bring your reading dragon cards to play! A snack will be provided. Registration required.
  • Senior Bingo
    Senior Bingo
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, Jul 14
    Jul 14, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Come have some fun and meet your neighbors! Snacks and prizes provided.
  • "Read 'em and Weed" - Gardening Group
    "Read 'em and Weed" - Gardening Group
    Jul 15, 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!
  • Anime Club
    Anime Club
    Multiple Dates
    Wed, Jul 16
    Jul 16, 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!
  • Family Movie Matinees
    Family Movie Matinees
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, Jul 18
    Jul 18, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Join us once a month for a fun-filled kid friendly movie @ 1:00 p.m. Popcorn will be provided at each viewing!
Contact

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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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