Berkeley Public Library Art & Culture Newsletter
July 2015

You still have time to sign up for Berkeley Public Library's Summer Reading Program. Remember any age can take part.

Just sign up here and download your game card, or pick up one from any of our library locations. Once you've done that, start reading, streaming, browsing and visiting your local library. Every time you do, put an X on your game board. 30 X-s and you are a WINNER! Fill up a square on your card when you read for 20 minutes or when you try out one of our online resources.

Remember to post photos of yourself, your friends, your pets and your family reading this summer on Facebook, Pinterest or Twitter with the hashtag #bplsummer. We'll feature our favorites on our website!

Starting July 1, 2015, we have three new databases! Want to find out about your family's past? Try MyHeritage. Need business data? Use Reference USA. Need one-to-one help with your resume and cover letter? Give Tutor.com a try!  See Research & Learning on our website

July Library Events

Playreaders @Central
Wednesdays, July 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 
12:00pm-1:00pm
We will start the month with the classic Greek drama by Sophocles, The Women of Trachis and continue with Matt Crowley's The Boys in the Band, the groundbreaking 1968 play that zings with one-liners. All are welcome; no auditions or registrations.


Poetry Circle @Claremont
Thursday, July 9
6:30pm-7:50 pm
Come with a favorite poem - or find one here! If you write poetry, share one of your own, too. We will be taking turns in a reading circle.


Force of Nature @South
Saturday, July 11
2:00pm-4:00pm
Watch the documentary A Force of Nature about the life and works of the great Japanese-Canadian scientist and environmentalist, David Suzuki.  We gave out some copies of the David Suzuki Reader and will be discusing this, the film and other environmental/climate-related issues after the screening.

Earl Scheelar and the Zenith Jazz Band @Claremont
Thursday, July 16
4:00pm-5:00pm
This fun, high-energy band will have you dancing in the stacks! All ages are welcome.

Brick Lane book discussion @Claremont
Wednesday, July 22
6:30pm-7:30pm
The Claremont Book Club discusses Monica Ali's debut novel Brick Lane.


Village Rhythms Drumming @West
Tuesday, July 30
4:00pm
Get up and dance to the rhythm! Join master percussionist Onye Onyemaechi for a fun-filled and energetic African drumming experience for the whole family! His repertoire involves child and family participation in African drumming, dance, songs, and stories. All ages.

New Genealogy Search Tool: MyHeritage
Extra! Starting July 1, 20015 we are adding  MyHeritage to our Research & Learning  Portal. 

Considered one of the world's leading destinations for family history research, you can use it without leaving your home or office.

About MyHeritage
About MyHeritage

Learn more: read the MyHeritage Library Edition brochure.

Berkeley Public Library Foundation

Behind the Scenes At Shotgun with Patrick Dooley @Ashby Stage
Friday, July 31  6:30pm-10:00pm
$150
Six guests will begin this special evening with a pre-play dinner backstage with artistic director Patrick Dooley - dinner compliments of Poulet. Attend Shotgun's production of Top Girls, Caryl Churchill's play examining what it means to be a successful woman in today's world.
In This Issue
Impact Survey

We want to hear from you!

From July 1, 2015 to July 28, 2015, we are running an online survey (in English & Spanish) to understand how patrons use the library's technology so we can provide resources and services that are valuable to the community. It will also be on our website.

Free  Film Series



July 2015
Filmmakers of Distinctive Vision

Fridays, 3:00pm
Third floor Community Meeting Room.

July 10         
Amarcord  

July 17       
The Children of Chabannes
 
July 24   
July 31
Rome, Open City 

Shows typically started at 3:00pm, and run for approximately 2 hours

Library On Wheels


See our Library on Wheels  around town!


Get a Library card. Music CDs for check out as well as books, movies and more for all ages. We'll also be showing you how to stream and download music, books and videos from our website. Free Wi-Fi hotspot.

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Library Closures

All
Berkeley Public Library locations

are closed
Friday, July 3
 &
 Saturday, July 4th.

Have fun & be safe!

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