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Free full color, interactive digital magazines with Zinio

With Zinio, Oakland Library cardholders can access digital editions of the current issue of 90 popular magazine titles. No holds, no checkout periods, and no limit to the number of magazines you can download. Check it out, there's something for everyone!   You can find it on our Databases page under Magazine and Journal Articles. 

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Download and Stream Popular Music for Free!

Freegal Music gives you access to millions of songs from over 10,000 labels.  You can download or stream music for free with your Oakland Public Library card!   You can find it on our Databases page under Music.

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Learn a New Language for Free with Transparent Language!

With Transparent Language Online you can learn more than 80 languages including English.  Whether basic or advanced, use it for free online or with the mobile app.  Just sign in with your library card!  You can find it on our Databases page under Language Learning.

Click here to start learning a new language!
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Visit museums & more for free with your OPL card

Use your OPL card to get free or discounted passes to museums throughout the Bay Area with the new Discover & Go program.  There are more than 20 destinations participating in the program. See what passes are available now!  Check it out under "Services".

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What to Make?

Your library has plenty of ideas and activities for things to make with your kids.

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Beyond the Book Shelf

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Beyond the Book Shelf is a 15 minute film about the library. Check it out!

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