Story Time

Halloween Extravaganza @Freight and Salvage

Join us for a musical story time with The Storytime Band followed by Fratello Marionettes’ presentation of their Spooktacular puppet show! 

10:00 a.m. - Musical Story Time with The Story Time Band

11:15 a.m. - Fratello Marionettes presents "Spooktacular"

Freight & Salvage, 2020 Addison Street, Berkeley

Sponsored by the Berkeley Public Library 

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Kids Take Over @Claremont

Are you an elementary or middle school student looking for something fun to do after school? If so, we hope you will come and experience our new program Kids Take Over, which is held at the Claremont Branch Library on second and fourth Fridays.

See the upcoming dates and activities below:

Friday, January 24

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Not-So-Scary Storytime @North

Special Halloween Storytime

Join us on the North Branch Library lawn for not-too-scary stories, songs, rhymes, and fun!  Costumes are highly encouraged.  This 30-minute storytime is for children of all ages and their families.  After storytime, stay for a Halloween parade around the library.  

Weather permitting, bring a blanket or mat to sit on. For more information, please call North Branch at 510-981-6250.

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Story Time @North

In the event of rain or cold weather, we will meet in the Community Meeting Room at North Branch.

Join us on the North Branch Library lawn for stories, songs, rhymes, and fun!  This 30-minute story time is geared towards children ages 2-5.  Weather permitting, bring a blanket or mat to sit on.  For more information, please call North Branch at 510-981-6250.

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Halloween Cat Storytime @North

In partnership with Berkeley Animal Care Services, please join us on Saturday, October 19 from 2pm to 3pm for a special cat themed Halloween storytime.  Enjoy favorite Halloween stories read by BACS volunteers, sing not-so-scary songs, and maybe pet a cat or two (if available).

Costumes HIGHLY encouraged, especially witch and wizard outfits.

This program will be held in North Branch's downstairs Community Meeting Room.  Space limited.

 

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Sensory Storytime @North (Registration Required)

Join us in the North Branch meeting room for an interactive and fun storytime designed for young children with sensory needs or difficulty being in large groups. Enjoy interactive stories, music, movement, and play in a small-group setting. For ages 2-4.

Limited to 12 children and their caregivers.  Registration is required. Please call 510-981-6250 or visit North Branch to register.

Mondays at 10:30am:
September 9
September 16
September 23
 

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Musical Story Time @City of Berkeley Parks

Please join us at the Live Oak and Frances Albrier Community Centers for a  Musical Story Time series with the Berkeley Public Library's Story Time Band. These FREE events will occur on third Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. beginning Thursday, September 19th. Each session will feature live music, movement activities, and read-aloud stories for children ages 2-7. See you there!

 

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Mandarin/English Story Time @North

In the event of rain or cold weather, we will meet in the Community Meeting Room at North Branch.

Join us for a Mandarin and English Storytime on the North Branch Library lawn.  Enjoy Mandarin bilingual stories, songs, and rhymes!  This storytime is geared towards children ages 2-5.  Weather permitting, bring a blanket or mat to sit on.  For more information, please call North Branch at 510-981-6250.

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