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Services Available

Homebound Delivery

We are happy to offer homebound delivery of most library materials for special situations when you cannot visit us. For more information, please see the the Homebound Service Policy. If you're ready to sign up, please use the application form or call us at 708-544-6017. 

 

Notary Service

Notary Service is available to residents of Berkeley, Illinois at no cost and is handled as staffing levels allow. The Library's notary will notarize documents at their discretion, but is not able to notarize real estate and immigration documents. Be sure to bring your government-issued identification with you. Documents must be signed in front of the notary, and all people signing the document must be present. It is highly recommended that you call the library (708-544-6017) prior to visiting to insure that the notary is available or if you have questions regarding the documents to be notarized. 

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Passports 

The Berkeley Library is now an authorized as a passport acceptance location! You can now bring in your photo and identifying documents and library staff will accept your applications for passports. This service is available by appointment only.  Please see our passports page for more information.

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Specialty Recycling

The Berkeley Public Library is happy to partner with Roy Strom Waste Disposal to assist residents by offering a collection point for certain items not otherwise easily recyclable. Just inside the main entrance to the library, you will find receptacles for toner cartridges, batteries, and CFL lightbulbs. For information on what materials are eligible for residential curbside recycling service, please see Roy Strom's Website.

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Library Programs

Recurring Programs
Looking to join in on one of our regular programs? We offer several programs on a weekly and monthly basis for a variety of age groups. You can review the list and see what's right for you. 

Summer & Winter Reading Programs
​Depending on the season, the BPL offers special programs with reading goals and great prizes. Find out the details and join in the fun!

Upcoming Programs and Events
Be sure to check our full Events Calendar for a complete listing of public programs and special events in the coming days and weeks!

  • Story Time
    Story Time
    Multiple Dates
    Wed, Aug 26
    Aug 26, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
    Berkeley Public Library, 1637 N Taft Ave, Berkeley, IL 60163, USA
    Join us for Story Time, where we read 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. Once a month we will feature a bilingual story—check out our Facebook page for details!
  • Board Games & Lunch
    Board Games & Lunch
    Multiple Dates
    Wed, Aug 26
    Aug 26, 2026, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
    Berkeley Public Library, 1637 N Taft Ave, Berkeley, IL 60163, USA
    Enjoy board games, chess, mancala, or bring your own! Come with friends or make new ones in a relaxed setting—bring your lunch and enjoy library-provided snacks while you play.
  • Chair Yoga
    Chair Yoga
    Multiple Dates
    Wed, Aug 26
    Aug 26, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Berkeley Public Library, 1637 N Taft Ave, Berkeley, IL 60163, USA
    Victoria Jackson, a certified yoga instructor will be leading this class in gentle exercises. All adults are welcome.
  • Digital Literacy
    Digital Literacy
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, Aug 27
    Aug 27, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    Berkeley Public Library, 1637 N Taft Ave, Berkeley, IL 60163, USA
    In need of assistance with basic computer skills? Sign up and we will get you started with a Northstar digital literacy program tutorial.
  • Switch Gaming
    Switch Gaming
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, Aug 28
    Aug 28, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
    Berkeley Public Library, 1637 N Taft Ave, Berkeley, IL 60163, USA
    Battle it out in Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros., and other popular games. Play for fun and enjoy a snack!
  • Story Time at the Gazebo
    Story Time at the Gazebo
    Wed, Sep 02
    Sep 02, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
    Berkeley Park, Kouba Dr Kouba Dr, Hillside, IL 60163, USA
    Join us on September 2nd to enjoy the fall weather with a story time under the gazebo at Berkeley Park! We will enjoy fall-themed stories, a scavenger hunt, and play! A snack will be provided.
  • Pokémon Go at Berkeley Park
    Pokémon Go at Berkeley Park
    Fri, Sep 04
    Sep 04, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    Berkeley Park, Kouba Dr Kouba Dr, Hillside, IL 60163, USA
    Calling all Pokémon trainers! Join us for Pokémon Club at Berkeley Park! We will explore and play Pokémon Go together to capture, trade, and battle Pokémon. Registration requested. Recommended for ages 6 and older.
  • Snack Lab
    Snack Lab
    Fri, Sep 04
    Sep 04, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
    Berkeley Public Library, 1637 N Taft Ave, Berkeley, IL 60163, USA
    Calling all tweens! Join us for Snack Lab and enjoy a fun food-related craft. Make it yourself, then sit back and enjoy every bite! This fall, we will enjoy cupcake decorating, create food monsters, and make fall-themed cake pops. Recommended for ages 6-11. Registration is required and limited.
  • Home School Connections
    Home School Connections
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Sep 08
    Sep 08, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
    Berkeley Public Library, 1637 N Taft Ave, Berkeley, IL 60163, USA
    This program provides homeschooled children in the area to come together to learn and explore. Dress to get messy! Ages: 7-13
  • A Walk in the Park
    A Walk in the Park
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Sep 12
    Sep 12, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
    Berkeley Park, Kouba Dr Kouba Dr, Hillside, IL 60163, USA
    Lace up your walking shoes and come join us as we walk the loop on the prairie path. Meet at the Gazebo in Berkeley Park.
  • Vaccine Clinic w/ Osco
    Vaccine Clinic w/ Osco
    Sat, Sep 12
    Sep 12, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Berkeley Public Library, 1637 N Taft Ave, Berkeley, IL 60163, USA
    Get ready for cold and flu season! The library is hosting Osco Pharmacy for a Vaccination Clinic, offering flu, Covid, shingles, pneumonia, RSV, MMR, hepatitis B, and tetanus. Sign up directly with Osco (and bring your insurance card with you!).
  • Senior Bingo
    Senior Bingo
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, Sep 14
    Sep 14, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Berkeley, 1637 N Taft Ave, Berkeley, IL 60163, USA
    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.
  • Anime Club
    Anime Club
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, Sep 14
    Sep 14, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    Berkeley Public Library, 1637 N Taft Ave, Berkeley, IL 60163, USA
    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.
  • Cozy Crafting Corner: Alebrijes
    Cozy Crafting Corner: Alebrijes
    Mon, Sep 14
    Sep 14, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
    Berkeley Public Library, 1637 N Taft Ave, Berkeley, IL 60163, USA
    Looking for a relaxing evening? Come get cozy, mold and paint your very own Alebrijes, the stunningly vibrant, dreamlike spirit guides of Mexican folk art tradition. Registration Required.
  • Introduction to Mahjong for Seniors
    Introduction to Mahjong for Seniors
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Sep 15
    Sep 15, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Berkeley Public Library, 1637 N Taft Ave, Berkeley, IL 60163, USA
    Learn to play Mahjong : A game of skill, strategy, and luck that originated in China during the 19th century. REGISTRATION IS NOW FULL. Check out the Thursday Evening intro series (9/24, 10/1, 10/8) at 6:00pm!
  • Piñata-making
    Piñata-making
    Fri, Sep 18
    Sep 18, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    Berkeley Public Library, 1637 N Taft Ave, Berkeley, IL 60163, USA
    Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by joining us for our piñata-making workshop where you will create and decorate a star-shaped piñata! Recommended for ages 12-18. Registration is requested. Limited to 25 participants.
  • Bunco!
    Bunco!
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, Sep 21
    Sep 21, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Berkeley, 1637 Taft Ave, Berkeley, IL 60163, USA
    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.
  • Introduction to Mahjong
    Introduction to Mahjong
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, Sep 24
    Sep 24, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:45 PM
    Berkeley Public Library, 1637 N Taft Ave, Berkeley, IL 60163, USA
    Learn to play Mahjong : A game of skill strategy and Luck that originated in China during the 19th century.

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Berkeley, IL 60163

708-544-6017 mail@berkeleypl.org

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Friday: 9:30am - 6pm

​Saturday: 10am - 5pm

Closed Sundays

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