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Put Your Pen to Paper!

Thinking about writing a novel for National Novel Writing Month in November? We can help!

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Lit by the Lake at the Library

Celebrate six of the East Bay's literary luminaries in a special after-hours event at Oakland’s Main Library on Friday, October 18.

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In Conversation with Tommy Orange

Acclaimed author Tommy Orange will join Oakland Youth Poet Laureate Samuel Getachew for a discussion around Orange’s award-winning novel, There There.

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OPL Statement on Lynda.com (LinkedIn Learning)

You can visit Lynda.com directly and log in with your library credentials through October 18, 2019

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2019 Fall History Series

Discover the history of Oakland's neighborhoods every Wednesday evening in October.

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Focus on Early Learning

You are your child's first teacher - model the behavior you want them to develop.

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Register for a Library Card!

Anyone - at any age - can get an Oakland Public Library card. Library cards are free and are available at all our locations.

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Tell us your story!

Has Oakland Public Library made a difference in your life?  

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Weekends @ OPL!

"Weekends @ OPL"

Looking for fun & free things to do this weekend? Check out this weekly blog for a small sampling of events and programs for all ages at your Oakland Public Library.

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From the Library Community

Write a Novel at Your Library

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Thinking about writing a novel for National Novel Writing Month in November? We can help!

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From Advice for Readers

10 Great Reasons to Read Fiction in October 2019

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If you're looking for a great book to curl up with, October has the goods!

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From Children's Services Blog

Focus on Early Learning

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Children's Services Outreach Librarian, Pat Toney shares FREE community resources for early learning.

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From the Main Library

Back to School? These Resources Can Help

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Oakland youth go back to school next week, so the Oakland Public Library’s E-Resources Committee would like to share a couple of online resources available to OPL cardholders that can help with learning!

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