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Contact: Rachel MacNeilly
Manager, Adult, Teen and Collection Development
Berkeley Public Library
510-981-6124
rmacneilly@cityofberkeley.info

Your ‘Lucky Day’ at the Berkeley Public Library

Berkeley, November 25, 2014—The Berkeley Public Library unveiled its latest new service, the ‘Lucky Day’ Collection, at all five locations, offering library users the chance to find in-demand books, movies and music when they visit. The collection includes materials for all users, from the youngest child to adult and everyone in-between. “This is a really fun way for users to get excited about what we offer in a more immediate way; the thrill of finding a popular ‘treasure’ on the shelf without waiting through a hold list is really exciting for our community,” says Rachel MacNeilly, the Library’s Collection Development, Adult and Teen Services Manager.

The collection offers books, film and music for all ages with a 21-day loan period. No holds or renewals are permitted. Checkouts are limited to two ‘Lucky Day’ items at any one time. Checked out items can be returned to any Berkeley Public Library location. The library will continuously update this collection with newer in-demand titles on a regular ongoing basis. Visit your favorite Berkeley Public Library location and try your luck!

The North, Claremont, South and West Branches are open: Monday, 10:00 am-6:00 pm, Tuesday and Wednesday, 10:00 am-8:00 pm, Thursday 12 noon -8:00 pm, and Friday and Saturday, 10:00 am-6:00 pm. The Central Library is located at 2090 Kittredge Avenue and is open Monday, noon – 8:00 pm, Tuesday, 10:00 am-8:00 pm, Wednesday through Saturday, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm, and Sunday from 1:00 pm -5:00 pm. Visit the library’s website: www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org.

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Contact: Jay Dickinson
Circulation Services Manager
Berkeley Public Library
510-981-6174

Berkeley Public Library Introduces Books by Mail

Berkeley, November 25, 2014—Berkeley Public Library is introducing a new service for the homebound—Books by Mail. We will send out books, movies and other library materials through the United States Postal Service. After use, patrons or caregivers simply mail the materials back to us with the convenient reusable packages. Pre-paid postage is included. Interested patrons need to fill out the application found on our website.

This free service is for Berkeley residents whose have no viable option to use the Library's facilities and resources due to permanent or long-term disability. For assistance or questions, please call 510-981-6174.

For more information about our other services for people with disabilities such as adaptive internet workstations, Reading Edge, described or close-captioned videos, extended borrowing time and more, see our website: https://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/about/disability-services or call 510-981-6174.

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Contact: Shani Leonards
Claremont Branch Supervisor
Berkeley Public Library
510-981-9280

 

Earl Scheelar and Zenith New Orleans Jazz Band
Bring the Sounds of New Orleans to Berkeley Public Library’s Claremont Branch
 

Berkeley, November 17, 2014—Earl Scheelar and the Zenith Jazz Band perform on Thursday, December 11, from 4:00 pm-5:00 pm at the Claremont Branch of the Berkeley Public Library, at 2940 Benvenue @ Ashby in Berkeley. Earl Scheelar has led several bands, composed, and played coronet and clarinet for over 60 years. Founded in the1980s, the Zenith Jazz Band plays throughout the Bay Area and records their version of traditional jazz favorites. This concert will have you dancing in the stacks! Learn more and listen to their music on local jazz historian Dave Radlauer’s website.  All ages welcome. For questions regarding this program, call 510-981-6280.

This free program is sponsored by the Friends of the Berkeley Public Library www.berkeleylibraryfriends.org.

The Claremont Branch is located at 2940 Benvenue Ave, Berkeley CA 94705, and is open: Monday, 10:00 am-6:00 pm; Tuesday and Wednesday, 10:00 am-8:00 pm; Thursday 12 noon -8:00 pm; and Friday and Saturday, 10:00 am-6:00 pm.

Wheelchair accessible. For questions, to request a sign language interpreter or other accommodations for this event, please call (510) 981-6195 (voice) or (510) 548-1240 (TTY); at least five working days will help ensure availability. Please refrain from wearing scented products to public programs. Visit the library’s website: www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org.

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Contact: Debbie Carton
Art & Music Librarian
Berkeley Public Library
510-981-6236

 
Musae presents Holiday Concert at Berkeley Public Library

Berkeley, November 17, 2014 –Ring in the winter with the women’s vocal ensemble Musae. This talented musical group presents Pastime in Good Company on Saturday, December 6, from 12 noon to 1 pm at the Central Library, 2090 Kittredge (at Shattuck) in the Art & Music department on the fifth floor. This joyous concert celebrates the spirit of the season with songs that range from works heard in Henry VIII’s court to jazzy arrangements of favorite carols. In between are forays into Armenian, Estonian, Latvian, and Swedish holiday music.

The Musae ensemble takes its name from the original “ladies of song,” the nine Muses of classic Greek mythology. Founded in 2004, Musae performs diverse and accessible music throughout the Bay Area, and continues to stretch the boundaries of traditional repertoire for women's voices. Call 510-981-6241 for more information about this program.

This free program is sponsored by the Friends of the Berkeley Public Library (http://www.berkeleylibraryfriends.org).

The Central Library is open Monday, noon-8 pm, Tuesday, 10 am - 8 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday, 10 am - 6 pm, and Sunday afternoons from 1 pm - 5 pm.

Wheelchair accessible. For questions, to request a sign language interpreter or other accommodations for this event, please call (510) 981-6195 (voice) or (510) 548-1240 (TTY); at least five working days will help ensure availability. Please refrain from wearing scented products to public programs. Visit the library’s website: http://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org.

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Contact: Debbie Carton
Art & Music Librarian
Berkeley Public Library
510-981-6236

 
Musae presents Holiday Concert at Berkeley Public Library

Berkeley, November 17, 2014 –Ring in the winter with the women’s vocal ensemble Musae. This talented musical group presents Pastime in Good Company on Saturday, December 6, from 12 noon to 1 pm at the Central Library, 2090 Kittredge (at Shattuck) in the Art & Music department on the fifth floor. This joyous concert celebrates the spirit of the season with songs that range from works heard in Henry VIII’s court to jazzy arrangements of favorite carols. In between are forays into Armenian, Estonian, Latvian, and Swedish holiday music.

The Musae ensemble takes its name from the original “ladies of song,” the nine Muses of classic Greek mythology. Founded in 2004, Musae performs diverse and accessible music throughout the Bay Area, and continues to stretch the boundaries of traditional repertoire for women's voices. Call 510-981-6241 for more information about this program.

This free program is sponsored by the Friends of the Berkeley Public Library (http://www.berkeleylibraryfriends.org).

The Central Library is open Monday, noon-8 pm, Tuesday, 10 am - 8 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday, 10 am - 6 pm, and Sunday afternoons from 1 pm - 5 pm.

Wheelchair accessible. For questions, to request a sign language interpreter or other accommodations for this event, please call (510) 981-6195 (voice) or (510) 548-1240 (TTY); at least five working days will help ensure availability. Please refrain from wearing scented products to public programs. Visit the library’s website: http://www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org.

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Contact: Jessica Jaramillo
Art & Music Librarian
Berkeley Public Library
510-981-6121

Holiday Crafts Workshop at Berkeley Public Library

Berkeley, November 5 – The holidays are just around the corner. Get in the spirit by making scented ornaments and gift tags. Library staff will show you how at Berkeley Public Library on Monday, November 17, 2014, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Central Library, 2090 Kittredge (at Shattuck) in the third floor Community Meeting Room. During this free crafts activity, you will make cinnamon-scented ornaments; as well as learn creative inexpensive ways to wrap your holiday gifts. Supplies will be provided and everyone goes home with samples and instructions. All ages are welcome. Space is limited so call 981-6121 for reservations.

This free program is sponsored by the Friends of the Berkeley Public Library (www.berkeleylibraryfriends.org).

The Central Library is open Monday, noon-8 p.m., Tuesday, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., and Sunday afternoons from 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Wheelchair accessible. For questions, to request a sign language interpreter or other accommodations for this event, please call (510) 981-6195 (voice) or (510) 548-1240 (TTY); at least five working days will help ensure availability. Please refrain from wearing scented products to public programs. Visit the library’s website: www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org.

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Contact: Jessica Jaramillo
Art & Music Librarian
Berkeley Public Library
510-981-6121

 

Holiday Crafts Workshop at Berkeley Public Library

Berkeley, November 5 – The holidays are just around the corner. Get in the spirit by making scented ornaments and gift tags. Library staff will show you how at Berkeley Public Library on Monday, November 17, 2014, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Central Library, 2090 Kittredge (at Shattuck) in the third floor Community Meeting Room. During this free crafts activity, you will make cinnamon-scented ornaments; as well as learn creative inexpensive ways to wrap your holiday gifts. Supplies will be provided and everyone goes home with samples and instructions. All ages are welcome. Space is limited so call 981-6121 for reservations.

This free program is sponsored by the Friends of the Berkeley Public Library (www.berkeleylibraryfriends.org).

The Central Library is open Monday, noon-8 p.m., Tuesday, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., and Sunday afternoons from 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Wheelchair accessible. For questions, to request a sign language interpreter or other accommodations for this event, please call (510) 981-6195 (voice) or (510) 548-1240 (TTY); at least five working days will help ensure availability. Please refrain from wearing scented products to public programs. Visit the library’s website: www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org.

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