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$1 million for branch libraries; lawsuit pending

Just months before renovations begin on two of Berkeley’s branch libraries, the Neighborhood Library Campaign announced that it has raised more than $1 million  — almost a third of its $3.5 million...

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Berkeley women honored for going above and beyond

By Ginger Ogle Seven women were honored last night at the 2011 “Outstanding Women of Berkeley” awards ceremony, sponsored by the City of Berkeley Commission on the Status of Women. Established in 1978,...

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Wonky Wednesday: three forums to consider

Wednesday Oct. 17 is one of the days where there is too much in Berkeley to choose from, particularly tonight. Here is a partial listing of offerings: Michael Lewis will be interviewed by Linda Schacht...

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Local stars come out for the Berkeley Public Library

By Mal Warwick Who knew? Former Grateful Dead drummer Mickey Hart isn’t just a musician. It turns out he’s also a musicologist of considerable note, and he’s collaborating with neurologists to conduct...

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Berkeley Authors’ Dinner honors writers and library staff

Berkeley, a literary city if there ever was one, celebrated local authors, readers and the renovation of its branch libraries Saturday night at the 12th annual Authors’ Dinner. The Central Branch of...

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Bay Area Book Festival to launch in Berkeley in 2015

A book festival is coming to Berkeley. Doubtless many people will say, “It’s about time.” On Saturday June 21, a launch party was held for the Bay Area Book Festival, an ambitious literary love fest...

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Authors’ Dinner raises funds for Berkeley Public Library

On Saturday night, the Berkeley Public Library Foundation hosted its 14th annual Authors’ Dinner, a fundraiser which this year will help remodel parts of the Central Library, especially for the use of...

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