October Happenings at Berkeley Public Library 
 
Hispanic Heritage Month is September 15 - October 15, 2018
Mariachi Mexicanisimo
October 13, 2018 - 12:30 pm
Central Library
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage and join us for this musical extravaganza, suitable for the whole family!
Looking for more? Find more programs, as well as booklists and other resources on our website.
You can also use your free Berkeley Public Library card to stream recommended feature films and documentaries and to download e-books from the comfort of your own home. 
 
Programming at Berkeley Public Library is made possible by generous support from the Friends of the Berkeley Public Library. 
Tool Lending 
Planning a DIY project around the house this month?  Getting your garden ready for winter? The friendly and knowledgeable staff at the Tool Lending Library can help you pick out the right tools to get the job done.  Berkeley residents and property owners age 18 and older are invited to register at the Tool Lending Library today! 
Want more? Try one of these recommended Home, Garden and DIY titles. Or subscribe and get recommended lists sent to your inbox on a regular basis!
 
Homeless Resources: A Community Informational Gathering 
October 20, 2018 - 11:00am-3:00pm 
Central Library
How is the City of Berkeley addressing homelessness? Who is providing services and what are they? Find out at this community event! Everyone is invited to drop in between 11:00 am to 3:00 pm and talk with community agencies and service providers from the City of Berkeley and Alameda County.
 
Celebrate the Commons!
On Saturday, October 6, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, you are invited to an all-ages celebration of The Commons at the Central Library.
 
An exciting step towards improving the Central Library, The Commons includes an array of comfortable seating and table options, increased numbers of electrical outlets to support device charging, and a 12-laptop lending machine for immediate, self-service access. This all-ages celebration will feature a block-building challenge for children, a concert by local performers of the musical collective Hoot, face painting, and a scavenger hunt with prizes for individuals and families. 
 
Library staff thank the Berkeley Public Library Foundation for their generous donations that made this revitalized space possible. Programming at Berkeley Public Library is made possible by generous support from the Friends of the Berkeley Public Library. 
 
Find more October programs for the whole family on our calendar. 
Fix-it Clinic
October 6 - 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm 
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch
 
We'll provide workspace, specialty tools, and guidance to help you disassemble and troubleshoot your broken item.
Cafe Literario
October 11 - 7:00 pm
West Branch
 
Spanish language discussion of Pedro Páramo, by Juan Rulfo. 
Las conversaciónes se llevarán a cabo en español. 
Coming Out - Then & Now
October 14 - 2:00 pm
Central Library
 
How did you experience coming out? What has changed? What hasn't? Join host Michelle Meow & guests for an intergenerational discussion. 
Programming at Berkeley Public Library is made possible by generous support from the Friends of the Berkeley Public Library. 

Cornerstones: STEM at Berkeley Public Library
Little STEM Story Time
October 4, 11 & 18 - 4 pm - Claremont Branch
Stories, songs and fingerplays on STEM topics for preschoolers and their parents or caregivers.
STEM Baby & Toddler Story Time 
October 17 - 10:15 am & 11:00 am - Central Library 
Songs, fingerplays, tickles, bounces, and short books on STEM topics for our youngest friends with a parent or caregiver.
 
Owl-o-Ween
October 29 - 5:30pm-7:30pm - Central Library
Encounter owls at this Halloween extravanganza! Join us for an evening of science and art activities. Family fun for all ages! 
Looking for more STEM programs and resources? Check out Cornerstones: STEM at Berkeley Public Library.
 
 
Berkeley Public Library
2090 Kittredge St.
Berkeley, California 94704
510.981.6100
www.berkeleypubliclibrary.org/