Land Acknowledgement

Berkeley Public Library buildings are built on the territory of xučyun (Hooch-yoon), within the homeland of the Chochenyo (Cho-chen-yo) speaking Ohlone (Oh-low-nee) people. See the full statement.

Claremont Branch

Claremont Branch
Claremont Branch
Claremont Branch from Ashby Ave.
Claremont Branch from Ashby Ave.
Fireplace and reading area
Fireplace and reading area
CURRENTLY CLOSED!
Monday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Tuesday: 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
Wednesday: 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
Thursday: 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Friday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Sunday: Closed

2940 Benvenue Ave.
Berkeley, CA 94705
United States

510-981-6280
Branch Desk

Branch Supervisor — Shani Leonards

Directions
AC Transit —

51B | 7 | 22 | 27

Parking —

No parking lot; metered street parking is almost always scarce.

Map/Directions —

Follow this link to map and directions.

Upcoming at Claremont

  • Claremont Crafternoons

    Promotional graphic reading “Claremont Crafternoons” in bold, purple lettering. Below the text are illustrations of craft supplies, including pink-handled scissors, a bottle of glue, patterned markers, a colorful castle-shaped pencil holder filled wit

    Tuesday, November 17 2026 3:00pm - 5:00pm

    Claremont Branch - Claremont Area Flex Space

    Get creative with fun, hands-on crafts for young children!

  • Teen Hangout @Claremont

    Image shows four photos in a grid. One image is of two girls watching a movie, another image is of two boys playing video games, another image is of a boy and girl making bracelets, another is of three teens posing. Image reads "Teen Hangout. For 6th and

    Wednesday, November 18 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm

    Claremont Branch

    Attention teens! Come on down to the Claremont Branch on Wednesdays any time between 2-4pm for snacks and a fun time!

  • Creative Pop-Up Lab @Claremont

    Digital rendering of a black dog holding a paintbrush and leaving behind blue paw prints on white background with event description above.

    Wednesday, November 18 2026 5:00pm - 7:00pm

    Claremont Branch

    Play! Learn! Create!

  • Poetry Circle @Claremont - a friendly reading circle

    Poetry Circle includes you

    Thursday, November 19 2026 6:00pm - 7:30pm

    Claremont Branch

    Share poetry, your own, the famous, the ancient, something new. We take several turns around the circle. Everyone is welcome, even those who just want to listen.

  • Cozy Crafts @Claremont

    Image of a plushie pig holding a photo of a keychain with colorful beads and a plushie tiger attached. A plushie bear, lamb, bunny, and chicken are also pictured. Text reads "Cozy Crafts at Claremont. DIY Plushie Bag Charms".

    Saturday, November 21 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm

    Claremont Branch - Claremont Area Flex Space

    Let's get crafty! Evoke comfort, warmth, and relaxation by engaging in hands-on crafts that prioritize calming processes and gentle focus 💗.

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