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Upcoming Events

  • 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.
  • Tiny Tot Time
    Tiny Tot Time
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Dec 20
    Dec 20, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
    Calling all toddlers! Join us for a fun-filled program designed to engage little ones through activities that foster play, exploration, creativity, and socialization.
  • Dragon & Board Gaming
    Dragon & Board Gaming
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Dec 20
    Dec 20, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Stop by with family and friends, or come make new friends as we enjoy chess, mancala, board games, dragon card gaming or a game you bring with you! Light snacks, friendly environment.
  • 3D Printing Beginner Course
    3D Printing Beginner Course
    Dec 22, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:30 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.
  • LIBRARY CLOSED
    LIBRARY CLOSED
    Multiple Dates
    Wed, Dec 24
    Dec 24, 2025, 12:00 AM – 11:59 AM
  • 3D Printing Beginner Course
    3D Printing Beginner Course
    Dec 29, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:30 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.
  • Monday Movie Matinee
    Monday Movie Matinee
    Jan 05, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Want to relax after the holidays? Of course you do! Come watch a movie with us to boost your mood and lower your stress. Snacks will be provided.
  • Taco'Bout Books
    Taco'Bout Books
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Jan 06
    Jan 06, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Get ready for great tacos and even better books! Our winter quarter book club is bringing the discussion to Taco Express #1. Registration requested. You can pick up a copy of the book for the upcoming meeting at the library before each discussion. We can't wait to see you there!
  • Chair Yoga
    Chair Yoga
    Multiple Dates
    Wed, Jan 07
    Jan 07, 2026, 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, Jan 08
    Jan 08, 2026, 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.
  • Senior Bingo
    Senior Bingo
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, Jan 12
    Jan 12, 2026, 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, Jan 12
    Jan 12, 2026, 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!
  • Home School Connections
    Home School Connections
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Jan 13
    Jan 13, 2026, 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
  • Adult Book Discussion
    Adult Book Discussion
    Multiple Dates
    Wed, Jan 14
    Jan 14, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:45 PM
    Join us for a lively discussion on this month's selection.
  • Anime Club
    Anime Club
    Multiple Dates
    Wed, Jan 21
    Jan 21, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    Calling all teens! Drop in for one of our monthly Anime Club days. You help pick what we watch, share a snack (or two), and can enjoy fun crafts. Registration requested.
  • Skill Swap Saturday
    Skill Swap Saturday
    Sat, Jan 24
    Jan 24, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
    Ready to share a creative skill or learn a new one? Join our next Skill Swap Saturday! It's the perfect way for hobbyists to connect, exchange knowledge, and get inspired. This session, we're diving deep into 3D printing! Registration required. Ages 16 and up.
  • Genealogy Basics
    Genealogy Basics
    Sat, Jan 24
    Jan 24, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Join Jenny Warner, Instructor and Professional Genealogist, as she assists beginning genealogists understand the research process. The program will include showing different research areas both online and offline for your family research. Registration required.
  • Drive-in Movie Night
    Drive-in Movie Night
    Jan 26, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    Start your engines! Join us for a fun night where kids will design and decorate their very own "cars" using cardboard boxes before parking them for a special drive-in movie experience. Popcorn will be provided by the library. Registration is required. Recommended for ages 10 and under.
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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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