Julia Morgan’s Berkeley City Club

If you love all things Berkeley City Club, we have some exciting news to share.

BCC Member, Dr. Sarah Gill, has written a book about our history and it features beautiful images by Club photographer, Trevor Johnson.

Dr. Sarah Gill, Author

The book is over 200 pages beginning with the early women’s movement and planned construction of the building, to the architecture and spaces and then sharing about the Club through its decades of existence in Berkeley.  A bright future awaits the Club for many years to come and this is a truly special book to savor our treasured past.

Copies are available for purchase at the Club’s Front Desk for $45/each, with payment available via cash or check.  The author has generously chosen to split the royalties of the book, with $10 from each going to the Berkeley City Club Conservancy to aid in the preservation of our building.

 Consider purchasing one for yourself or give one as a gift this upcoming holiday season.

Feel free to contact our Team to purchase at 510.848.7800 or info@berkeleycityclub.com.

 

Special Wedding offer

Our special offer dates have been a popular addition over recent months.

We now have just two dates remaining to enjoy a special gift from the BCC!

Saturday, October 22nd or Saturday, November 19th are up for consideration.

Securing one of these dates and mentioning our special offer, lets you choose one of these:

Upgraded linens, Up-Lighting, a champagne toast or (1) Chef’s choice passed appetizer.  

Simply contact our Events Team to inquire at 510.280.1532 or events@berkeleycityclub.com.

Upcoming lecture series

Calling all architecture and design lovers!

As you may know, we partner with a group called the Berkeley City Club Conservancy committed to preserving our beautiful building and promoting the legacy of Julia Morgan.

Beginning next week, on Thursday, September 22, they begin a four-part series, titled, Women Speak:  Four Architects on Design and Urbanism.  

The lineup of women are talented leaders in the profession of architecture.

Consider attending one or more of the talks in the comfort of the Club.

We invite you to peek at their Eventbrite page for more details or to purchase tickets.

Fall at the BCC

Summer has come to a close and we are delighted to head into the cooler Fall days.

Even though the days are shorter, we have the natural light that brings joy to many.

We are grateful for such a beautiful venue, hotel, club and restaurant for all to enjoy.

Stunning images by Christian Peacock Photography.

Wishing you all the best this Fall and always!

Meet the B3C

Did you know that the Berkeley City Club partners with a non-profit organization called the Berkeley City Club Conservancy, who are dedicated to preserving our historic building and protecting the legacy of Julia Morgan, our talented architect?

Established in 1965, this group works tirelessly to help raise funds and ensure that our spaces are protected for many years to come.

In the coming months, keep posted for details on a lecture series they are doing to engage and inspire others on the topics of architecture, design and historic revitalization.

If you would like a further peek into our building, join us for a 4th Sunday of the month tour to delve into our history a bit more.  At $10/person, your money goes to the preservation of our stunning landmark.

Tours run 45 minutes and take place at approximate intervals of 1:15pm, 2pm and 2:45pm.

USA Today – Contest Update

We have news to share on the USA Today “Best Hotel Pool” Contest.

Although we did not secure a 1st place win, we did finish 3rd.

A sincere thank you to everyone who voted, shared, commented and liked to your heart’s content in supporting our beautiful Julia Morgan pool.

We are grateful for the Berkeley City Club love!

 

A special offer awaits

Exciting news ahead for brides!

We still have a few select dates available on our Fall & Winter Wedding special.

Simple and sweet or grand and stunning, our venue has possibility for all kinds of beauty.

Take in the quiet grandeur of our treasured architecture.

And put your own unique touches on our already beautiful spaces.

By booking either September 4th, October 22nd, October 29th or November 19th, you choose from one of the following…

Upgraded linens, Up-Lighting, a Champagne toast or (1) Chef’s choice passed appetizer. 

Restrictions may apply.  Contact our Events Team to book a site tour or further inquire.

events@berkeleycityclub.com | 510.280.1532

Cheers!

Membership with the BCC

For all that have enjoyed our building, you know the special feeling the building provides.

It is majestic beauty that has been cherished for almost nine decades.

Originally constructed as a private women’s club in 1929, now both men and women enjoy the grandeur of our spaces and the privilege of a membership with us.

 When I walked through the doors I felt a 10-lb weight lift from my shoulders (I hadn’t even known it was there!) Serenity and beauty, friendships old, possibly new – what could be better?”

Our members enjoy swimming in the waters of our pool, among countless other benefits.

Recently, a member reflected on the joys of swimming.

Floating on your back in the pool at Berkeley City Club, with the room’s arches bringing a crisp order to the roughly textured concrete walls, you feel as privileged as a Hearst. As a club member confides, with the air of one sharing a guilty pleasure: “When you have it all to yourself, it’s like you’re the princess in the pool.”

To learn of the many benefits available to BCC members, peruse our website.

Vote for the BCC

The Berkeley City Club has received a nomination for “Best Hotel Pool” by USA Today.

Take a moment and cast a vote for us, each day until Monday, August 1st.

We appreciate your support.

Summer love

Summertime is full of beautiful weddings and lots of fun.

The architecture makes a stunning background for joyous days.

Days of wedding day bliss seem to bring happiness to all.

Cheers to a continuing joyous wedding celebrations.

If our Team can assist you in securing your own special day, contact us at events@berkeleycityclub.com or 510.280.1532.

Thank you Elizabeth Hurley Photography for capturing the stunning images.