Halloween events in Berkeley for everyone Dress up, seek a fright, parade your pooch, skate in costume, swim among the gourds and vie for costume prizes. Events on Oct. 28 and 31 are for a variety of ages, interests. Halloween in Berkeley…

Meet neighbors, build community at National Night Out, August 1! Make and strengthen relationships with neighbors to build a stronger, more resilient community. City staff will be visiting sites throughout Berkeley. Join one of over 60 local…

News from the City of Berkeley Register your neighborhood event for National Night Out Consider teaming up with your neighbors to plan your own neighborhood gathering. Review the map for already-registered August 1 events near you. Help…

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Apply for seasonal jobs for youth recreation programs Create fun experiences and gain valuable work experience when you apply for seasonal summer positions at overnight and day camps, pools, and waterfront. We're looking for overnight camp staff,…

Low-income residents can apply for E-bike lottery Low income Berkeley residents – such as a family of four making less than $106,000 annually or an individual making less than $74,200 – can apply for a lottery to get an electric bike…

Low-income residents can apply for E-bike lottery Eligible individuals and households can apply by March 8 for new program, which will include maintenance, helmet, locks, and training for up to 50 households. Low income Berkeley residents…

News from the City of Berkeley Federal grants, loans available to those affected by January storms Homeowners, renters, businesses, and nonprofits can apply by March 16 for up to $37,900 in grants to cover property damage and a similar…

Plan ahead for summer overnight camps for families, youth, and adults Use our online portal to register starting February 2. Apply for scholarships up to 100%. Escape to the Sierra Nevada mountains with the City of Berkeley this summer: we have…

Artists, festivals, arts organizations invited to apply for grants by March 2023 Webinars on Jan 11, 13, and 18 will outline the grant guidelines, eligibility, review criteria, and how to apply. Artists, festivals, and arts organizations can…

Volunteers needed at senior centers Give back to the community. Make new friends and engage meaningfully with seniors. Gain job experience and professional references, fulfill community service hours. Come out and volunteer at our senior centers…

Dispose of holiday trees properly to keep them off streets, sidewalks Drop off whole compostable trees at the Transfer Station for free in January or cut them up and put them in your green bin. Remember to remove all decorations and lights. When…

As cases of flu, RSV, and COVID-19 rise, use simple tools to protect yourself, others for the holidays Vaccines and boosters protect you from COVID-19 and flu. Use everyday tools like wearing a tight-fitting mask, staying home when sick. Dec. 17…

News from the City of Berkeley Buy local in Berkeley and help others do the same Use a Dec. 8 vendor fair, an online guide, or a year-round Berkeley-focused gift card to find presents that reflect and support the unique merchants of our city.…

Reduce your holiday tree waste this season Buy or rent a living tree; learn composting guidelines When selecting your tree this holiday season, consider a plan that reduces waste and is made with the City's disposal rules in mind for when the…

Artists sought for two public art projects at Aquatic Park U.S.-based professional artists can apply to create a wall project or a sculptural series to beautify Aquatic Park, reflect the area’s history, and highlight its ecological…

Reduce waste this Thanksgiving Make a plan to follow sustainability tips and be aware of the adjusted holiday trash pickup schedule. Plan your Thanksgiving to reduce what goes to the landfill, and for those with Thursday or Friday pickups, plan…

Help finalize the design for key Civic Center buildings, park At a November 16 Open House, learn and give feedback on a unified design concept involving three historic spaces in Berkeley’s Civic Center: the Veterans Memorial and Maudelle…

News from the City of Berkeley Ollies, air, and flips: help design a skate area where beginners learn to grind Use a survey to help design new features, obstacles, and elements for a new skate spot for beginners at James Kenney Park. Survey…

Apply by Nov. 29 for seismic retrofit grants Seismic retrofits help prevent homes from sliding and collapsing during an earthquake. Get reimbursed for up to $3,000 of a seismic upgrade to your home, or get the full cost covered if you meet income…

Halloween events in Berkeley for everyone On October 31, visit a Haunted House at MLK Jr. Youth Services Center or enjoy a parade and Costume Contest at San Pablo Park. Kids of all ages can join in a range of free Halloween options with youth from…

On Oct. 26, learn and give input on plans to redesign Telegraph Avenue A redesigned Telegraph Avenue will improve safety for people walking, bicycling, and taking transit. Give input, ask questions, and learn more at a virtual meeting about…

Apply by Oct. 31 for a grant to help your small business recover Alameda County businesses with 25 or fewer employees can get up to $10,000 to help with COVID-19 recovery. Berkeley businesses can apply by Oct. 31 to be considered for a one-time…

With Nov. 8 election approaching, find official information on candidates, measures City elections page offers campaign finance reports, candidate statements, and complete ballot information on Berkeley measures. You can also use a nonpartisan…

Practice for an earthquake on Oct. 20: “Drop, cover, and hold on” in shakeout earthquake drill Earthquakes are an inevitable part of Berkeley's future. Acting now prepares Berkeleyans for the immediate impact of shaking. Being safe and…

Learn the importance of local manufacturing. Register quickly to reserve spots at free Manufacturing Week tours, including Berkeley makers of lighting, sound design, and sake as well as a foundry. Masking and vaccinations will be required. Take…

October 15 Harvest Festival celebrates Berkeley’s sustainable food culture Head to Cedar Rose Park for a day of activities, including live music, a seed swap, food contests, tables to meet City employees across a range of departments, and…

Saturday night documentary showing outdoors at Berkeley Marina: “Oceans” This nature documentary suitable for all ages will show on the lawn in front of the Shorebird Park Nature Center. Don’t forget your snacks and blankets.…

Those who miss the deadline can register “provisionally” and "conditional ballots" will be counted toward the official tally post-election night after their registration has been verified. Register by Monday, October 24 to vote in the…

Berkeley seniors have more options for classes, services, and social opportunities Our newly renovated North Berkeley Senior Center adds a revitalized space for seniors to gather for classes, field trips, free or low-cost meals, classes,…

The “bivalent” booster fights older and newer variants. Masking, testing, isolation, and quarantine also reduce your risk. Fortify your body now against COVID-19 by getting new vaccine boosters designed to combat the most widespread,…

Get discount rates on rooftop solar and backup battery storage by pooling your buying power with others — and learn how to do so at a webinar series. Two limited-time group buying programs available to homeowners, Bay Area SunShares and…

Register for Coastal Cleanup Day on September 17 Come clean the waterfront as part of a statewide effort to improve our waterways and learn how we can do so on daily basis. Join City staff, community groups, and volunteers from around…

Avoid $225 parking fines or towing by avoiding certain residential areas. Consider taking public transportation or more sustainable options, such as a shared bicycle or scooter. Avoid parking in certain residential areas on Cal football local game…

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Outdoor movie on August 26 at Grove Park: Raya and the Last Dragon Come early, bring friends and family, and spend an evening watching a movie with community in a park. Don’t forget your snacks, blankets, and chairs with a max height of 9…

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As smaller groups gather for National Night Out, city block party also an option If you don’t have a gathering of your own or just want to join a larger event, come to our block party for activities, games, and food. It’s free to all.…

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With six residents testing positive for probable monkeypox, know how to identify and seek treatment Monkeypox spreads in several ways, such as prolonged skin-to-skin contact and bodily fluids. Know how to identify distinctive symptoms, rashes, or…

Register your National Night Out neighborhood event Plan your annual neighborhood gathering on August 2, 2022. Sizes may vary from just a few neighbors to events with 100 people or more. Street closures require a permit. Help strengthen our…

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Help keep our community safe this holiday weekend by not using fireworks within the city, especially in the Berkeley hills. Not only are fireworks illegal in Berkeley and many nearby communities, they can cause severe injuries and start fires.…

Community Carnival and Picnic at Grove Park on June 30 Kids of all ages can join in a range of games with youth from around Berkeley – and get fed. It’s free to all. Bring your kids to join others from around Berkeley for our…

Bay Area Health Officials Urge Awareness About Monkeypox as Summer Travel and Gatherings Begin Know that monkeypox spreads in several ways, such as prolonged skin-to-skin contact and bodily fluids. Know how to identify distinctive symptoms, rashes…

Use online tools, email, or a public meeting to give input by July 14 on how Berkeley can fulfill its state-mandated share of the region’s housing needs. You can give general input or use online tools to give specific guidance on a draft…

Volunteer to pack and deliver meals to homebound seniors Help Meals on Wheels. An hour of driving in Berkeley can deliver meals to 8-15 families while building connections with community members. Also deliver by bike or on foot. We need…

Learn and provide input about improving mental health services Help strengthen and expand City of Berkeley’s mental health services by giving feedback directly at a virtual meeting or by phone, email, or mail. Give input via phone,…

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Electric bike, scooter share comes to Berkeley New app-based services offer an alternative to driving by letting you get the electric device near you, ride to your destination on roads or bike lanes, and park at a bike rack near your destination. …

Come out to any in a series of music concerts this summer that pair different music genres with interests for a variety of ages while being set in our beloved parks. You can skateboard and listen to hip-hop, enjoy jazz at the Marina, or sing along…

Come out to any in a series of music concerts this summer that pair different music genres with interests for a variety of ages while being set in our beloved parks. You can skateboard and listen to hip-hop, enjoy jazz at the Marina, or sing along…

Youth 3-on-3 basketball tournament on June 4 Youth tournament allows kids to sign up as individuals or as a group to compete in age brackets against youth from around the City. Mini-skills clinic allows the littlest ones to gain skills. A 3-point…

Use survey to identify qualities sought in a new chief, your top priorities for policing, and how a chief could further strengthen relationships in Berkeley. If you live, work, study, or spend time in Berkeley, give input via a brief survey on…

Twelve Bay Area health officers are stressing the importance of taking safety precautions, including continued masking indoors, as the region experiences a new swell of COVID cases and hospitalizations. These health officers reiterate their…

Use our parking permit portal to renew your residential parking permit or sign up for a new one by June 30, when 2021-2022 permits expire. Starting July 1, you will need a 2022-2023 permit to avoid getting ticketed in Residential Preferential…

As Cal students move out for the summer, tenants and landlords can help keep our streets clean and safe by planning ahead, using City of Berkeley services, and properly disposing of the items they no longer need. Dumping mattresses and other…

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