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Library Holiday Closure and Late Opening

Please note that all locations of the Berkeley Public Library will be closed on Monday, May 27, 2013 in observance of Memorial Day and will be opening one hour late, at 11:00 AM, on Friday, May 31, 2013.

ipad2New at Central: iPad2

The BPL Central Cards/Accounts Desk now has 10 iPad2 tablets available. iPad2s have access to the Internet via Safari and are available for in-building use for up to two hours per day.

BranchVan Schedule Changes

The library will suspend BranchVan services to South Berkeley at 1730 Oregon Street effective the end of the day, Saturday April 27, 2013.  Library Branch Van services to West Berkeley will continue while the West Branch Library is under construction.

Discover & Go

Discover & GO offers free access to more than 30 area museums and cultural institutions.  Click here to reserve and print your free passes today! For additional information about Discover & Go, please see our FAQ.

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