Events

Events

Upcoming Events

Summer Concert 2026

Where Music Meets Imagination is a family-friendly benefit concert featuring Berkeley’s beloved The Story Time Band, presented by the Berkeley Public Library Foundation in support of our local public libraries. Taking place on June 13, 2026, at The Freight, the event blends storytelling, music, and movement to promote early literacy, creativity, and community connection. Founded at the Claremont Branch Library, The Story Time Band is a trusted, homegrown favorite with deep roots in Berkeley’s library system, especially entertaining for young children and families.

Past Events

Summer Concert

On Saturday, June 21, 2025, our library-loving community gathered at  The Freight for a magical morning concert, especially for kids and families, featuring The Story Time Band, special guests Asheba, Mariela’s Music Time, and author Jerome Lu! Proceeds from Library Foundation events and campaigns help keep our library resilient and strong.

Photo by Eurydice Thomas

Annual Authors Dinner

The Foundation’s Annual Authors Dinner is a unique cultural event that honors local authors and spotlights the Bay Area’s literary tradition. Proceeds from the gala support innovations, building improvements, and literacy projects at the Berkeley Public Library.

25th Anniversary Celebration

We kicked off our 25th anniversary year with a 25-minute virtual event, starring fans of the Berkeley Public Library. Click below to check out the video featuring authors Annie Barrows, Robert Reich, RC Barnes and more!

Libraries are Central

March 6, 2021

An online celebration hosted by Roman Mars providing a sneak peek inside the newly renovated Central Library spaces with music, dance, theater, stories, and poetry by notable library lovers from Berkeley and beyond!

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