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

  • 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, September 23 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm

    Claremont Branch - Claremont Area Flex Space

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

  • DIY Beaded Bracelets @Claremont

    Alphabet beads that spell the word "beads" on background of small dark and light blue beads

    Wednesday, September 23 2026 5:30pm - 7:00pm

    Claremont Branch - Claremont Area Flex Space

    Join us for a beaded bracelet making activity at Claremont Branch. Drop in and make a beautiful, beaded bracelet to keep or share with a friend.

  • Chess Club @Claremont - A weekly chess meet-up for all ages and levels.

    Promotional material featuring a silhouette of four chess pieces . A Knight, a Bishop, A Rook and the King.

    Friday, September 25 2026 3:00pm - 5:00pm

    Claremont Branch Exterior

    Chess Club happens every Friday from 3pm-5pm outside the Claremont Branch. All ages and skills levels are welcome. Boards, pieces and clocks are provided.

  • Chinese Medicine for Chronic Pain @Claremont

    Image of Chinese Medicine overlaid with text reading "Dr. Aisha Julia Lee of South Bay Internal Healing presents:"

    Saturday, September 26 2026 11:30am - 12:30pm

    Claremont Branch - Claremont Area Flex Space

    with Dr. Aisha Julia Lee of South Bay Internal Healing

    Register

  • Cozy Crafts @Claremont

    Image shows two totes covered in various patches with text reading "Cozy Crafts at Claremont. DIY Mini Totes".

    Saturday, September 26 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm

    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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