Just for fun

Calling all 3rd & 4th graders!

Join us for a graphic novel book club at North Branch Library!  From July 8 to July 29, we will be meeting every Monday to discuss some great graphic novels for the summer.  While supplies last, participants will receive their own copy of each title.

Please visit North Branch or call 510-981-6250 to sign up for the 3rd & 4th Grade Graphic Novel Book Club.

Meeting Schedule:

July 8 from 3pm to 4pm:  Orientation & pick up first title

For Teens & Young Adults

Spend time with, give and receive affection from a volunteer dog! Elevate your mood & relax at the Library.

This visit is with Hunter! No registration required.

Partnership with Alliance of Therapy Dogs

San Francisco Magician Perry Yan offers a magic show has been time tested through thousands of performances for kids and families!  Perry’s Magic Show will have the kids AND adults entertained from start to finish!

This program will take place on the lawn of the North Branch. 

Sponsored by the Friends of the Berkeley Public Library

Let's talk about movies! Join us for a screening of After Hours (1985, R).

Did you know that Claremont Branch Library is celebrating its 100th year in its current location? Come for two hours of of festivities and fun on Saturday, August 31 from 2-4p.  Light refreshments will be served.

All middle and high schoolers are invited to come to the North Branch every Wednesday for video games, board games, snacks, and crafts. Bring your friends and meet new friends! Drop in any time between 2:30-4:30.

No Teen Hangout during BUSD school breaks.

This book club is CANCELLED for July 2024. Please find us again in Fall!

Come talk about your favorite graphic novels--in Spanish!

New to Line Dance? Get started with step-by-step instruction of easy-to-do dances choreographed to a variety of music from Old Standards to Country, Latin, Rock-n-Roll, Hip Hop, and the

latest hit tunes. Learn and recognize Line Dance’s unique vocabulary and typical steps, patterns while improving your balance, footwork, cardiovascular activity, and stamina.

Instructor: Delia Schletter

The Center for ArtEsteem will be leading a hands-on art activity at Claremont Branch to help us celebrate National Night Out and Claremont's 100th year. This activity will be for all ages and for all levels of experience.  The Center for ArtEsteem empowers individuals to be self-aware and inspired through art, creativity, and education, and to make positive choices to break the cycle of violence for themselves and their communities. In all of their work, they promote to understanding that we can choose peace over conflict and love over fear.