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Accused, a Salem witch faces her fate. Was she truly a witch? or simply a victim of mass hysteria? Presentation and portrayal by Michelle Gibbons.

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Upcoming Events

  • Salem Witch Trial Presentation and Portrayal
    Salem Witch Trial Presentation and Portrayal
    Oct 18, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Accused, a Salem witch faces her fate. Was she truly a witch? or simply a victim of mass hysteria? Come. Listen. Decide for yourself. Presentation and portrayal by Michelle Gibbons. Registration requested.
  • Bunco!
    Bunco!
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, Oct 20
    Oct 20, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Bunco is a newer program to the library. Join us in this fun dice game, meet new people, enjoy some snacks and maybe even win a prize or two.
  • Home School Connections
    Home School Connections
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Oct 21
    Oct 21, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
    This program provides homeschooled children in the area to come together to learn and explore. Dress to get messy! Ages: 7-13
  • "Read 'em and Weed" - Gardening Group
    "Read 'em and Weed" - Gardening Group
    Oct 21, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:45 PM
    A casual group where you can meet with like-minded neighbors and chat plants and all things gardening, swap seedlings, exchange tips, or learn new skills. All levels of experience welcome!
  • Chair Yoga
    Chair Yoga
    Multiple Dates
    Wed, Oct 22
    Oct 22, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Victoria Jackson, a certified yoga instructor will be leading this class in gentle exercises. All adults are welcome.
  • Story Time
    Story Time
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, Oct 23
    Oct 23, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    " Join us for Story Time, where we read, learn, and grow together through stories! Make connections with other area parents of small children, while your child(ren) get to enjoy books, music, tactile play, and a snack.
  • Sugar Skull Craft
    Sugar Skull Craft
    Fri, Oct 24
    Oct 24, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    Join us for our annual sugar skull decorating craft on October 24th. Take your craft home or leave it overnight to pick up at our screening of The Book of Life! Registration is requested.
  • Halloween Movie
    Halloween Movie
    Oct 25, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Join us on October 25th to watch The Book of Life and pick up your finished sugar skull craft! Feel free to bring lunch or enjoy popcorn provided by the library.
  • Special Story Time: Halloween
    Special Story Time: Halloween
    Oct 31, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Join us for a special story time full of fun and spooky stories this Halloween! Children are encouraged to wear their costumes.
  • Trick-or-Treat at the Library!
    Trick-or-Treat at the Library!
    Oct 31, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
    Stop by the library to enjoy some Halloween Goodies from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.! We will be outside, weather permitting.
  • Taco'Bout Books
    Taco'Bout Books
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Nov 04
    Nov 04, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Ready for a side of discussion with your tacos? Our new group, "Taco 'Bout Books," will meet at Berkeley's Taco Express on the first Tuesday of each month. Registration is requested. Books for the upcoming meeting will be available for checkout at the library beforehand. Meet us at Taco Express!
  • Family Trivia
    Family Trivia
    Sat, Nov 08
    Nov 08, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
    Join us Saturday, November 8th for our family trivia event with fun topics on the decades, riddles, animated films, and more! Compete as a family for a prize. Registration is requested.
  • Senior Bingo
    Senior Bingo
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, Nov 10
    Nov 10, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Come have some fun and meet your neighbors! Snacks and prizes provided.
  • Switch Gaming
    Switch Gaming
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, Nov 10
    Nov 10, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
    Join us once a month for Switch Gaming @ 3:30 p.m.! Battle it out in Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros, and other popular games. Play for fun and enjoy a snack!
  • Adult Book Discussion
    Adult Book Discussion
    Multiple Dates
    Wed, Nov 12
    Nov 12, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:45 PM
    Join us for a lively discussion on this month's selection.
  • Miss Allison Tiny Tot Time
    Miss Allison Tiny Tot Time
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Nov 15
    Nov 15, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
    Calling all toddlers! Join us for a special Tiny Tot session with Allison Davis of Miss Allison’s Musikgarten. Kids aged 0-5, their parents and/or caregivers will have loads of fun with music, instruments, and dancing! Registration requested.
  • Cozy Crafting Corner
    Cozy Crafting Corner
    Nov 17, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
    Need a break from the daily grind? Come relax and rediscover your creative side at our Cozy Crafting Corner. Enjoy an evening of laid-back crafting, great conversation, and warm drinks.
  • Anime Club
    Anime Club
    Multiple Dates
    Wed, Nov 19
    Nov 19, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    Calling all teens! We're happy to introduce an monthly anime club just for you: you help pick what anime to watch, we'll have a snack (or two), and have fun crafts available as well! Register in advance to vote on what we watch!
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Berkeley, IL 60163

708-544-6017 mail@berkeleypl.org

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Mon - Thu: 9:30am - 8pm

Friday: 9:30am - 6pm

​Saturday: 10am - 5pm

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