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Berkeley Reads
Adult Literacy Program
1125 University Ave
Berkeley, CA 94702
Call 510-981-6299

What Is Berkeley Reads?

Berkeley Reads is the adult literacy program of the Berkeley Public Library. We offer a variety of services to English-speaking adults who want to improve their basic reading and writing skills. Most adult literacy students participate in one-to-one tutoring with trained volunteers; we also offer family literacy programming for students with small children, computer-assisted learning, small group instruction, periodic workshops and student leadership opportunities. Services are always FREE and confidential.

How To Get Free One-on-one Tutoring

Adults who read at 8th grade or below may benefit from Berkeley Reads services.  We encourage potential students to call 510-981-6299 or visit our office to schedule an initial intake to register for our program.  Potential students are invited to attend an orientation and are interviewed for assessment and placement.  To be eligible for Berkeley Reads, an adult needs to:

Office Hours

Computer Lab Hours

Program Staff