Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 28/09/2026“In the library I felt better, words you could trust and look at till you understood them, they couldn't change half way through a sentence like people, so it was easier to spot a lie.” ― Jeanette Winterson, Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit 📷ElasticComputeFarm 010
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 25/09/2026Today is 9-2-5 : Dolly Parton Day. We are inspired by this: “If your actions create a legacy that inspires others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, then, you are an excellent leader.” ― Dolly Parton That's what we're here doing: giving you space and resources to do more. ❤️static.klipy.comDolly Parton: Working 9 To 5Alt: Dolly Parton: Working 9 To 5 051
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 25/09/2026Applications are now open for the Berkeley Youth Poet Laureate! 2 winners will each earn a $250 reward and opportunities to read their poems and participate in Berkeley events. Berkeley Teens (13-18) can submit 3 poems and a resume/cv here: www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/berkeley-you...berkeleypubliclibrary.orgBerkeley Youth Poet Laureate Program | Berkeley Public Library 000
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 24/09/2026Join a walking and rolling art walk from Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch library to Ed Roberts Campus to view the new Ala Costa x Ed Roberts Campus Community Mural, enjoy refreshments, then head inside to hear from the artists who designed and created this multisensory mural. Tuesday 9-29-26 10am. 000
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 23/09/2026We are making the news! Check out www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/inthestax for recent videos of music performances in the library visit our amazing Black American Sound System: The Break Room immersive exhibit September 22 - December 12, 2026 at Central Library 2090 Kittredge Street, Berkeleyberkeleypubliclibrary.orgIn The Stax | Berkeley Public Library 111
Reposted by Berkeley Public LibraryBeverly Hills Public Library @bhpubliclibrary.bsky.social · 23/09/2026If you liked “Lessons in Chemistry” — Bonnie Garmus Listen to: I Never Loved a Man the Way I Love You — Aretha Franklin Jagged Little Pill — Alanis Morissette Fetch the Bolt Cutters — Fiona Apple Your library card hits all the right notes. Listen for free with Hoopla Digital! www.bhpl.org 021
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 23/09/2026Need more autumn content? Did you know that on Hoopla you can get a Hallmark+ Bingepass? Lots of autumn themed movies there. 🧡💛 Check out the movies you can stream on Hallmark+: binge-pass.hoopladigital.com/titles/15935...binge-pass.hoopladigital.comhoopla - BingePass Cataloghoopla bingepass 000
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 23/09/2026Learn more about the Berkeley Youth Poet Laureate - teens submit 3 poems and a bio and have a chance to win $250 and become one of 2 youth poet laureates for the year. www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/berkeley-you... 020
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 22/09/2026And just like that, Autumn descends.static.klipy.comJacob Twilight Running: 'Where Have You Been, Loca?'Alt: Jacob Black, a character in Twilight, is running to Bella saying, 'Where Have You Been, Loca?' 040
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 22/09/2026Hop on in and get your library card, friends. You won't be the only one getting a new library card today. 😍 051
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 21/09/2026Did you all see this?! Kanopy has The Librarians: Next Chapter! 020
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 21/09/2026Berkeley Public Library offers Mango Languages - Learn any of 70+ languages in an award-winning app built for the real world by real people. And since we are right in the midst of National Hispanic Heritage Month, maybe it's time to learn Spanish using this fun language app! 021
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 21/09/2026We are back, friend-os, what did we miss?static.klipy.comHamilton Alexander: Thomas Jefferson's 'What'd I Miss?'Alt: Hamilton Alexander: Thomas Jefferson's 'What'd I Miss?' 110
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 18/09/2026What's on your reading list? If you're looking for the next read. Check these titles out! 020
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 15/09/2026Say. It. Louder. Berkeley neighbors have spoken. And we agree. Did you know the Tool Library has garden tools, culinary tools, and plenty of things you wouldn't expect? Check out what's available at www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/locations/to... 021
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 10/09/2026Are we missing anything? We don't charge fines at Berkeley Public Library, but the guilt is free. 😅 Good news is most physical items at Berkeley Public Library are automatically renewed five days before they are due, up to two times, if there are no holds by another patron. 030
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 08/09/2026Berkeley is heating up. The library stays cool. Central, Claremont, and Community Meeting Room at Tarea Hall Pittman South are air-conditioned, free and open to everyone. No library card needed. Know someone who needs a cool spot? Share this. More tips to stay safe in the heat: bit.ly/4bcwVeo 052
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 03/09/2026Berkeley Public Library children's librarians (and Storytime Band celebrity Mr. Tim) honored literacy champion Dolly Parton with a special song during storytime. Adapted from Sesame Street “Polly Darton Sings 1 to 5” (from Dolly Parton’s 9 to 5) 152
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 27/08/2026The Berkeley Youth Poet Laureate Program will accept submissions September 1 to October 31. Teens who live in or attend school in Berkeley and are age 13-18 as of January 1, 2027 can submit 3 poems. Check out this page for more information: www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/berkeley-you...berkeleypubliclibrary.orgBerkeley Youth Poet Laureate Program | Berkeley Public Library 140
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 26/08/2026One way to remember an actor that has inspired your silliness or strengthened your knowledge and acceptance of who you are is to read their memoir. Rest in Peace, Tim Curry, and thank you for the laughs and inspiration. His memoir, Vagabond. 072
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 26/08/2026We can't take the pressure! Who needs to sleep? These are some great movies leaving @kanopy.com at the end of the month. 020
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 26/08/2026🥲🥰🥹 We love how Dolly Parton told 5 year old graduates of her Imagination Library that they could go to the local public library to find books as well as their school library. Legend. 1102
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 25/08/2026Rest in Peace, Dolly Parton. You are in our hearts. Y'all go out, check out a kids book, listen to her music, and see what you can find to honor her legacy. 093
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 24/08/2026Boomers: This is a groovy display! Gen X: This is cool! Millennials: This is dope! Gen Z: This is fire. Gen Alpha: This has got aura. Gen Beta: 👶 092
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 24/08/2026In case you're wondering where we get our hipster lingo from, it's from @themerl.bsky.social This is fire: 020
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 24/08/2026Did you know you can print in the library? You can use public computers or print wirelessly by sending a document to our printer. www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/library/use-... You can also scan documents to email or your usb thumb drive. And, of course, you can make copies!static.klipy.comRob Schneider as Richmeister: Makin' Copies!Alt: Rob Schneider as Richmeister: Makin' Copies! 030
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 22/08/2026Mood. Maybe it's a good time to stop at the library for some fun. 050
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 20/08/2026Did you know libraries advocate for lifelong learning? And what better way to show your kids or friends this in action than to explore Discover and Go?! Fun + learning! Here's a list of the venues Berkeley residents can explore free with their library card: discoverandgo.org/venues/venue...static.klipy.comJohn Travolta Lost in MuseumAlt: John Travolta Lost in Museum 021
Reposted by Berkeley Public LibraryHiro Ohta @xlix.me · 19/08/2026Libraries are the last proof that the richest things in life are free. 1124743817
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 19/08/2026To reduce wildfire risk, Berkeley residents can check out tools at the Tool Library: rakes, blowers, trimmers, saws, shovels, and more! If you need a library card, start at your local branch then stop by the Tool Library with your library card + proof of address to sign up to borrow tools. 151
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 19/08/2026August is Women's Suffrage month and our friends @librarycongress.bsky.social have a great photograph collection! 031
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 18/08/2026How do you write the best college application essay? First, attend this event tonight at 6pm at North Branch! Then write. 😀 Register here: there's room! berkeleypubliclibrary.libnet.info/event/16702909 000
Reposted by Berkeley Public LibraryDC Public Library @dcpubliclibrary.bsky.social · 18/08/2026The drama is now in circulation. 📚💅🏽 (via Instagram) 0114
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 17/08/2026We heard "Grandma hobbies" are in: check out these old school meet ups at the library this week! Old Time Tune Jam @Central Board Games @THP South branch Quilting @West branch Needle felting @Claremont branch Playreaders Circle @Central Poetry Circle @Claremont Canto Mahjong @Centralstatic.klipy.comGolden Girls Laughing: Blanche, Dorothy, SophiaAlt: Golden Girls Laughing: Blanche, Dorothy, Sophia 071
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 17/08/2026You might have noticed the new college students in town this week. Welcome! Be sure to stop by to get a library card at a nearby Berkeley Public Library branch.static.klipy.comMike Wazowski: I'm Officially a College Student!Alt: Mike Wazowski: I'm Officially a College Student! 040
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 14/08/2026Summer Reading ends this Saturday! Be sure to come in to your local friendly branch library to pick up your prizes and enter your information on Beanstack so you can choose your raffle tickets. More information is here: www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/library/summ...static.klipy.comCheers CheerleaderAlt: Cheerleaders are jumping up and down and waving their arms saying You're almost there! 020
Reposted by Berkeley Public LibraryNose Stuck in a Book Blog @nsiabblog.bsky.social · 13/08/2026Oops 😬 #booksky 281631162
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 13/08/2026Hey friends, if you use Hoopla, be sure to update the app on your devices today. This great app offers ebooks, e-audiobooks, magazines, graphic novels as well as domestic and international movies and tv, and music streaming. Listen to a whole album again! 10 free checkouts per month. 011
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 13/08/2026We offer library teen events to give 6th-12th grade students a space to hang out, read, chat with friends, and ask questions. Teens develop social skills and become familiar with the library on their own. This builds lifelong learning and belonging at the library. ❤️ 030
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 12/08/2026Welcome back to school, everyone! Here's a friendly reminder of where you can go to chill, grab some books, and find the answers:static.klipy.comMina Sundwall: Go To The Library (Lost In Space)Alt: Mina Sundwall says Go To The Library (Lost In Space) 040
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 11/08/2026Join our supportive and inclusive autism support group and social club dedicated to creating a safe space to connect, share experiences, and build friendships. Autistic Connections meets the second Tuesday of the month at the Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library. Join us tonight 6:30-7:30pm.static.klipy.comAutism: I MatterAlt: A group of 5 people holding signs that say I have Autism and I Matter 062
Reposted by Berkeley Public LibraryU.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission @cpsc.gov · 10/08/2026Bluesky having a good day today because many people are discovering they have recalled food processor blades and getting new ones. 11412100
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 10/08/2026Fun Fact: Middle School Students flock to our branch libraries after school on Wednesdays for Teen Hangout! Join us from 2-4pm at Claremont Branch, North Branch, and THP South Branch for snacks, games, crafts, and videos. This is a great spot for building social skills and discovering the library! 030
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 09/08/2026Do you fondly recall the Scholastic Book Fair? What book did you end up reading because you bought it at the Book Fair? 133
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 08/08/2026Me throwing library cards at all the adults who got up the courage to come get a library card today! Happy #InternationalCatsDay everyone!static.klipy.comWoman in Dalmatian Dress Feeding CatsAlt: Woman in Dalmatian Dress Feeding Cats by throwing kibble out and cats gleefully jump to get the food. 040
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 08/08/2026Hmm, we've noticed an uptick in interest in basketry lately. Must be trending. If you have a new love for wicker, be sure to check out some books on basketry, weaving, and more. 031
Berkeley Public Library @berkeleypubliclibrary.org · 06/08/2026Welcome back to school! Here's some important resources - including free vaccination clinics and information. 020