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Services Available

Notary Service

Notary Service is available to residents of Berkeley, Illinois at no cost and is handled as staffing levels allow. The Library's notary will notarize documents at their discretion, but is not able to notarize real estate and immigration documents. Be sure to bring your government-issued identification with you. Documents must be signed in front of the notary, and all people signing the document must be present. It is highly recommended that you call the library (708-544-6017) prior to visiting to insure that the notary is available or if you have questions regarding the documents to be notarized. 

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Passports: The Berkeley Library is now an authorized as a passport acceptance location! You can now bring in your photo and identifying documents and library staff will accept your applications for passports. This service is available by appointment only.  Please see our passports page for more information.

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Specialty Recycling

The Berkeley Public Library is happy to partner with Roy Strom Waste Disposal to assist residents by offering a collection point for certain items not otherwise easily recyclable. Just inside the main entrance to the library, you will find receptacles for toner cartridges, batteries, and CFL lightbulbs. For information on what materials are eligible for residential curbside recycling service, please see Roy Strom's Website.

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Library Programs

Recurring Programs
Looking to join in on one of our regular programs? We offer several programs on a weekly and monthly basis for a variety of age groups. You can review the list and see what's right for you. 

Summer & Winter Reading Programs
​Depending on the season, the BPL offers special programs with reading goals and great prizes. Summer 2023 is no exception, so find out the details and join in the fun!

Upcoming Programs and Events
Be sure to check our full Events Calendar for a complete listing of public programs and special events in the coming days and weeks!

  • Chair Yoga
    Chair Yoga
    Multiple Dates
    Jan 22, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Berkeley Public Library, 1637 N Taft Ave, Berkeley, IL 60163, USA
    Victoria Jackson, a certified yoga instructor will be leading this class in gentle exercises. All adults are welcome.
  • Library Board of Trustees Meeting
    Library Board of Trustees Meeting
    Multiple Dates
    Jan 22, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Berkeley PL, 1637 Taft Ave, Berkeley, IL 60163, USA
    Unless otherwise noted, meetings of the Berkeley Public Library Board of Trustees are open to the public. The Board welcomes you to attend!
  • Fit & Strong
    Fit & Strong
    Multiple Dates
    Jan 23, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
    Berkeley Public Library, 1637 N Taft Ave, Berkeley, IL 60163, USA
    This is a 90-minute (60 minute workout, 30 minute discussion) group exercise and educational program through Illinois Pathways that meets biweekly for 12 weeks lead by an AgeOptions, certified instructor. Registration is required.
  • Board Games & Chess
    Board Games & Chess
    Multiple Dates
    Jan 25, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Berkeley Public Library, 1637 N Taft Ave, Berkeley, IL 60163, USA
    Join us in a friendly game of chess, checkers, or mancala here at the library.
  • Homeschool Connections
    Homeschool Connections
    Multiple Dates
    Jan 28, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
    Berkeley Public Library, 1637 N Taft Ave, Berkeley, IL 60163, USA
    Registration is currently closed for this session.
  • Taco 'Bout Books!
    Taco 'Bout Books!
    Multiple Dates
    Feb 04, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
    Super Taco Express #1, 5807 St Charles Rd, Berkeley, IL 60163, USA
    Snacks and casual conversations about fun titles from a variety of genres!
  • Teen Study Sesh
    Teen Study Sesh
    Feb 05, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
    Berkeley Public Library, 1637 N Taft Ave, Berkeley, IL 60163, USA
    On the first Wednesday each month, we'll have dedicated teen study time. Bring your homework, have a snack, chill at the library!
  • Adult Book Group
    Adult Book Group
    Multiple Dates
    Feb 05, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:45 PM
    Berkeley, 1637 Taft Ave, Berkeley, IL 60163, USA
    Join us for a monthly discussion on a featured read!
  • Story Time
    Story Time
    Multiple Dates
    Feb 06, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Berkeley, 1637 N Taft Ave, Berkeley, IL 60163, USA
    Join us as we read stories and play together!
  • Crafternoon
    Crafternoon
    Multiple Dates
    Feb 07, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
    Berkeley Public Library, 1637 N Taft Ave, Berkeley, IL 60163, USA
    Do you enjoy crafts? Join our monthly social crafternoon! Bring your own project or start something new with us!
  • Senior Bingo
    Senior Bingo
    Multiple Dates
    Feb 10, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Berkeley, 1637 N Taft Ave, Berkeley, IL 60163, USA
    Come have some fun and meet your neighbors! Snacks and prizes provided.
  • Gaming
    Gaming
    Multiple Dates
    Feb 10, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
    Berkeley Public Library, 1637 N Taft Ave, Berkeley, IL 60163, USA
    Join your fellow gamers as we battle it out in Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros, and other popular games.
  • Bunco!
    Bunco!
    Multiple Dates
    Feb 17, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Berkeley, 1637 Taft Ave, Berkeley, IL 60163, USA
    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.
  • "Read 'em and Weed" - Gardening Group
    "Read 'em and Weed" - Gardening Group
    Feb 18, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:45 PM
    Berkeley Public Library, 1637 N Taft Ave, Berkeley, IL 60163, USA
    The Berkeley Public Library is happy to introduce a new casual gardening 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!
  • Anime Club
    Anime Club
    Multiple Dates
    Feb 19, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    Berkeley Public Library, 1637 N Taft Ave, Berkeley, IL 60163, USA
    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!
  • Introduction to Making Mocktails
    Introduction to Making Mocktails
    Jan 11, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
    Berkeley Public Library, 1637 N Taft Ave, Berkeley, IL 60163, USA
    Join Marcy Lautanen-Raleigh of Backyard Patch Herbs as she demonstrates making mocktails using the herbs and spices you have right in your own kitchen cabinet.
  • I-PASS on Demand Event
    I-PASS on Demand Event
    Dec 14, 2024, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Berkeley Public Library, 1637 N Taft Ave, Berkeley, IL 60163, USA
    Free I-PASS Sticker Tags and I - PASS Assist. Sticker Tags available for every passenger vehicle.
  • Tea & Mystery
    Tea & Mystery
    Multiple Dates
    Dec 13, 2024, 10:30 AM – 12:45 PM
    Berkeley Public Library , 1637 Taft Ave, Berkeley, IL 60163, USA
    Join us as we watch a classic mystery movie or TV show and enjoy tea and some light refreshments. See if you can figure out whodunit before the end of the show.
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