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Pink and purple basket is filled with plastic eggs and treats. Children run in the background.

Egg hunts for kids this April

You have kids. We have eggs. If you’ve got a Berkeley kid from age 1 to 13, we have egg hunts and other activities to keep them busy on April 3 and 4.

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Seeking artists for new public art at City senior center

Professional artists, artist teams in 21 Northern California counties can apply by April 27, 2026, for a $225,000 public art commission. 

homes in the hills

Make your home less vulnerable to wildfires

Changes to vents, windows, roofs, and eaves can reduce chances that a wildfire could enter your home. Some property owners can receive rebates.

A bird's eye photograph of Shattuck Avenue facing south in Downtown Berkeley

By March 18, use survey to help manage busy street parking

Respond to the survey, which includes seven proposals, to increase availability and efficiency of on-street parking in high-demand areas.

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Featured Events

People walking along the waterfront
26Mar

Waterfront Walk and Talk - March

12:00PM - 1:15PM

Sunset over trees, cabins, and river
27Mar

S'mores and Tie Dye

6:00PM - 8:00PM

Ramp descends out to a floating dock on the bay
02Apr

South Cove West Parking Lot & Dock Improvements Ribbon Cutting

11:00AM - 12:00PM

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Senior Services

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Resident Parking Permits

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Picnic Areas & Facility Rentals

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