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Know someone who could use a bag of groceries? Tell them to stop by the West Berkeley Family Wellness Center on Monday, December 8, from 10:30am to 12:30pm: berkeleyca.gov/commu...

They just need to bring a bag to take home free produce and pantry items.

Food available while supplies last.
An older woman wearing sunglasses and gloves smiles as she hands out potatoes from a produce box at a food pantry. Sunlight hits her silver hair as she stands beside cardboard boxes filled with fresh groceries. Text on image: Free fresh groceries for the community Free Food Pantry Pop-Up Monday, Dec 8, 2025 | 10:30am–12:30pm.
December 7, 2025 at 3:09 AM
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Food Pantry Pop-up: Stop by the West Berkeley Family Wellness Center on Monday, December 8, from 10:30am to 12:30pm to pick up free fresh fruits, vegetables, and pantry staples.

No cost, no registration. Bring your own bag and come early while supplies last.

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An older woman wearing sunglasses and gloves smiles as she hands out potatoes from a produce box at a food pantry. Sunlight hits her silver hair as she stands beside cardboard boxes filled with fresh groceries. Text on image: Free fresh groceries for the community Free Food Pantry Pop-Up Monday, Dec 8, 2025 | 10:30am–12:30pm.
December 5, 2025 at 2:39 AM
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Buy Berkeley Bucks gift cards that can be used anytime.
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Use the Berkeley Holidays Community Giving Guide to learn about non-profits seeking your support.
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December 3, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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The art you display in your home, the snacks you nosh on, the jewelry you wear, the charities you support, and the tea you sip to warm up this winter can all be made from Berkeley.

Visit the gift fair webpage to see vendors participating in the Dec 4 community event.
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A flyer with blurred holiday lights in the background promotes the Berkeley Holiday Gift Fair with white and yellow text. Text on image: Shop local at the Berkeley Holiday Gift Fair Hotel Shattuck Plaza 2086 Allston Way Thursday, Dec 4, 2025 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM Buy items made or offered by 25 Berkeley businesses.
December 3, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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Apply for the Santa Fe Trackbed Public Art project online by 5pm on January 12, 2026: berkeleyca.gov/commu...

Artists from historically underrepresented communities, including African, Latinx, Asian, Arab, and Native American populations, are strongly encouraged to apply.

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Colorful abstract sculpture made of overlapping circles and beams in red, green, blue, pink, and yellow. The vibrant artwork is framed at an angle, with part of a building in the background. Text: Apply on the Submittable application portal by 5:00 pm on January 12, 2026. Seeking artists for public art that supports local wildlife.
November 19, 2025 at 1:16 AM
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Don't miss out on City of Berkeley Recreation programs that support your child's learning and play.

Apply now or mark your calendar for an upcoming workshop.

🔗: berkeleyca.gov/commu...
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Close-up of hands typing on a laptop keyboard. Overlaid text lists documents needed to apply for recreation scholarships, including proof of residency, income, and guardianship.
November 18, 2025 at 1:27 AM
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Apply online to renew or start a new Berkeley Recreation scholarship application for 2026. ✅

Need help? Come to one of our in-person workshops.
📅 Nov 18: berkeleyca.gov/commu...
📅 Dec 9: berkeleyca.gov/commu...

Staff will walk you through the application.
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People gather outside under a blue sky for a community event. The text promotes Recreation Scholarship workshops to help families apply and check eligibility, with dates listed as November 18 and December 9 at James Kenney Community Center. Light refreshments and childcare are available.
November 18, 2025 at 1:27 AM
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Recreation scholarships can cover 50–100% of costs depending on your family size and income.

Berkeley families earning $54K-$144K may qualify. Higher incomes may still be considered on a case-by-case review.

To get started, create an account: rec.berkeleyca.gov/C...

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A close-up of hands working with fabric, with text explaining that eligibility for recreation scholarships depends on household income. It outlines income ranges for 50% and 100% fee waivers, and notes that hardship waivers may be available even for higher incomes.
November 18, 2025 at 1:27 AM
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Berkeley Public Works is hiring a Principal Program Manager to help lead transportation projects that make streets safer and support our climate goals.

This role oversees Measure FF–funded work on streets, sidewalks, and safety.

Apply by Nov. 24 at 5pm PST: www.governmentjobs.c...
A job announcement graphic shows a photo of pedestrians and cyclists using a sunny Berkeley street with green infrastructure. Text on the image reads: “Now Hiring Principal Program Manager $169,039.10 – $204,565.30 Annually Supervise projects that improve pedestrian and bicycle safety while creating green infrastructure. Apply by Nov. 24, 2025 at 5PM.”
November 15, 2025 at 4:55 PM
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Sunday’s Berkeley Half Marathon will bring widespread street closures, detours, and early-morning parking restrictions. Expect impacts along MLK Jr. Way, Shattuck, Telegraph, University, and key I-80 off-ramps.

Look at the race map to plan the best alternate route.

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Map of the 2025 Berkeley Half Marathon, showing 5K, 10K, and half marathon routes through Berkeley with time windows from 7:30 a.m. to noon. Includes start and finish lines, aid stations, and a note that I-80 exits for University Avenue will be closed from 6 am to noon.
November 13, 2025 at 11:14 PM
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Make plans to use alternate routes during the Berkeley Half Marathon.

A few intersections will allow intermittent access at various times throughout the morning.

The Berkeley Police Department and event personnel will monitor the course during these times.

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Map of the 2025 Berkeley Half Marathon, showing 5K, 10K, and half marathon routes through Berkeley with time windows from 7:30 a.m. to noon. Includes start and finish lines, aid stations, and a note that I-80 exits for University Avenue will be closed from 6 am to noon.
November 11, 2025 at 1:11 AM
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Come visit a Pop-Up Exhibit today and Thursday to help define the City’s approach to improving the long-term health & well-being of all Berkeleyans.

Nov 5, 1-3pm
Central Branch Library

Nov 5, 5:30pm-7pm
Ecology Center

Nov 6, 12-3pm
West Branch Library

Learn more: berkeleyca.gov/commu...
Come in person to a pop-up exhibit Oct 28, 1-3pm North Berkeley Senior Center Oct 29, 11am-1pm Central Branch Library Oct 29, 4-5:30pm Waterside Workshops Nov 3, 3-6pm Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library Nov 4, 11am-1pm South Berkeley Senior Center Nov 5, 1-3pm Central Branch Library Nov 5, 5:30-7pm Ecology Center Nov 6, 12-3pm West Branch Library
November 5, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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Come visit a Pop-Up Exhibit to help define the City’s approach to improving the long-term health & well-being of all Berkeleyans.

Nov 3, 3-6pm
Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library

Nov 4, 11am-1pm
South Berkeley Senior Center

Learn more: berkeleyca.gov/commu...
Come in person to a pop-up exhibit Oct 28, 1-3pm North Berkeley Senior Center Oct 29, 11am-1pm Central Branch Library Oct 29, 4-5:30pm Waterside Workshops Nov 3, 3-6pm Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library Nov 4, 11am-1pm South Berkeley Senior Center Nov 5, 1-3pm Central Branch Library Nov 5, 5:30-7pm Ecology Center Nov 6, 12-3pm West Branch Library
November 2, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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Come visit a Pop-Up Exhibit to help define the City’s approach to improving the long-term health & well-being of all Berkeleyans.

Starting today at North Berkeley Senior Center, the Exhibits are coming near you to ask you potential policies to shape Berkeley’s development:
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Come in person to a pop-up exhibit Oct 28, 1-3pm North Berkeley Senior Center Oct 29, 11am-1pm Central Branch Library Oct 29, 4-5:30pm Waterside Workshops Nov 3, 3-6pm Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library Nov 4, 11am-1pm South Berkeley Senior Center Nov 5, 1-3pm Central Branch Library Nov 5, 5:30-7pm Ecology Center Nov 6, 12-3pm West Branch Library
October 28, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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Calling all Berkeley pups 🐾
The Halloween Howl Dog Parade is tomorrow, October 25!

🎭 Dress up
🐕 Parade around James Kenney Park
🏆 Win costume prizes
💲$5/dog
📝 Register early: rec.berkeleyca.gov/C...

🔗: berkeleyca.gov/commu...

*Friendly, leashed, vaccinated dogs only please!
Two pugs in Halloween costumes sit in front of a purple backdrop with hay bales and pumpkins. One dog wears a pirate costume with a hook hand, and the other is dressed as Chucky with an orange wig and striped shirt. Text reads: “Halloween Howl Dog Parade & Costume Contest. Saturday, October 25, 2025, 10am–noon. James Kenney Park, 1720 8th St. Advanced registration is required. $5 fee per dog.”
October 25, 2025 at 2:58 AM
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Complete the Poet Laureate application online by 11:59 pm on October 31, 2025: cityofberkeleyoed.su...

Note: A parallel program for youth 17 and under to be the @berkeleypubliclibrary.org City’s Youth Poet Laureate closes on the same day: www.berkeleypublicli...

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A metal sculpture shaped like a tree stands on a Berkeley hillside overlooking the Bay, under a clear blue sky with the sun shining in the top right. Text reads: “Berkeley poets, apply by October 31, 2025. Apply now to be Berkeley’s next Poet Laureate.”
October 24, 2025 at 11:58 PM
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Come to one of the exhibits between October 28 and November 6 and give your feedback on how to build a safer, healthier Berkeley for everyone.

Community Message: berkeleyca.gov/commu...
Come in person to a pop-up exhibit Oct 28, 1-3pm North Berkeley Senior Center Oct 29, 11am-1pm Central Branch Library Oct 29, 4-5:30pm Waterside Workshops Nov 3, 3-6pm Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch Library Nov 4, 11am-1pm South Berkeley Senior Center Nov 5, 1-3pm Central Branch Library Nov 5, 5:30-7pm Ecology Center Nov 6, 12-3pm West Branch Library
October 24, 2025 at 12:00 AM
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From garden swaps to pie contests, the Harvest Festival 2025 was all about community.

🎥 Here’s a highlight video of what it looked like at Cedar Rose Park.

Find more upcoming on the City Events Calendar: berkeleyca.gov/commu...
October 23, 2025 at 11:05 PM
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Berkeley creativity at its best: reuse, reimagine, and make something unforgettable this Halloween.

🌽 Tag us in your sustainable costumes! 🌽

Read more about how small choices can help cut landfill waste: berkeleyca.gov/community-re... #recycledcostume #DIYhalloween #berkeleypov
October 22, 2025 at 5:13 PM
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Who wore it better? 🌭 See for yourself at Berkeley’s dog costume parade and contest, Oct 25.

Prizes for scariest, cutest, most creative, and best dog–owner duo. 🔗: berkeleyca.gov/commu...
Five dogs wearing hot dog costumes stand and pose outdoors on a grassy field under fall trees. The text on the image reads “Halloween Howl Dog Parade & Costume Contest | October 25, 10am–12pm” and “Who wore it better?”.
October 19, 2025 at 1:18 AM
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Judging at the food contest is happening! 🏆

Cucumber pickles, sweet breads, jams, salsas, and more are lined up for this year’s Harvest Festival food contest.

Ribbons and bragging rights on the line!
Person stands, judging pie with clipboard. numbered jars sit on red checkered tablecloth. Woman cuts bread on red checkered table cloth People smile while tasting food.
October 18, 2025 at 7:19 PM
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Overheard at the pumpkin decorating table: “I’m going to cover mine with ghost stickers.”
Hundreds of little pumpkins sit in front of a row of pop-up tents.
October 18, 2025 at 7:08 PM
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Sure, your neighbor’s sourdough is good. But is it “Harvest Festival savory bread contest winner” good?

Find out Oct 18: berkeleyca.gov/commu...

Register for Food Contest by Oct. 17: ca-berkeley.civicrec...
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A live band performs on an outdoor stage at Cedar Rose Park in Berkeley, surrounded by hay bales and pumpkins. The text over the image invites people to “Join Berkeley’s Harvest Festival on October 18” with event details and mentions live music, kids’ activities, crop swaps, City staff, and food contests.
October 17, 2025 at 12:21 AM
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Get your free flu shot:

Oct 17, 10-12pm
BPL Central

Oct 20, 11-1pm
South Berk Sr Ctr

Oct 21, 3-6pm
Univ. Village

Oct 23, 12-2pm
City College

Oct 25, 11am-4pm
BHS

Oct 27, 12-2pm
BPL South Branch

Oct 28, 12-4pm
UC Student Union

Oct 29, 12-2pm
Adult School

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October 17, 2025 at 12:18 AM
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Free flu shot pop-up clinics:

Oct 14 | UC Berkeley RSF, 2–6pm
Oct 17 | Central Library, 10am–12pm
Oct 20 | South Berkeley Senior Ctr, 11am–1pm
Oct 21 | UC University Village, 3–6pm
Oct 25 | Berkeley High, 11am–4pm
Oct 27 | South Branch Library, 12–2pm
Oct 28 | MLK Student Union, 12–4pm
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Free flu vaccine pop-up clinics
October 9, 2025 at 12:00 AM