Photo by Andrew S on Unsplash Interested in getting a pet? Want to see if perhaps a pet is a good fit for you? What's involved in having a pet? See lots of information below. I am not sure if a pet and I will mesh well. I need some experience being with a pet. Try volunteering at…
Oakland’s Own Alysa Liu Wins Olympic Gold!
Oakland is cheering for hometown star Olympic Gold Medalist Alysa Liu, whose brilliance on the ice continues to inspire fans across the globe. From her early days training in the Bay Area to dazzling performances on the world stage, Alysa has always carried Oakland with her. Known for her athletic power, artistry, and fearless jumps, she quickly…
The Soul of Sound: An Interview with Deon Brown
Deon Brown, multi-hyphenate creative and founder of the Black American Sound
System is hosting a sonic exhibition and event series at Oakland Public Library
that focuses on sounds of the Bay Area and the nostalgia that comes with it. In
preparation, we interviewed him to get further acquainted with who he is and what
people can expect from his project.
Found in a Library Book: Black History, Black Families, Black Joy
For many years library staff have been collecting and sharing the things we've found in library books. This evergrowing collection is full of so many treasures, full of stories about Oakland and all the amazing people who use our libraries. In honor and celebration of Black History Month we wanted to show off some of…
February 2026
Welcome to fabulous February at the Oakland Public Library! Check out this month's celebrations and events.
28 Days of Black Librarians
In 2026 ASALH, the Association for the Study of African American Life and History honors Black History Month with A Century of Black History Commemorations. OPL’s Black Culture committee presents to you '28 days of librarians' – a history of those who have inspired us. Augusta Baker (1911-1998) first Black woman to serve as New…
Yohan’s Favorites: African-American Visual Artists and Painters of 2024 and 2025
Written by Yohan Smith, Library Aide at the Rockridge branch, SFMOMA Museum Guide Librarian, and Teen Museum Guide “If you can find someone’s struggle (through the artistic process), you can find their genius and what they have pushed against to achieve an amount of success:” New York Humans Photographic Project: CBS Morning News Art Review: 12/26/25 In celebration…
In Remembrance: Reverend Dr. J Alfred Smith Sr. (1931-2025)
In Remembrance: Reverend Dr. J Alfred Smith Sr. (1931-2025)
OPL’s Century of Commemorations: Black History Month 2026
We're looking back at Oakland Public Library's early Black History Month celebrations for the Black History Month 2026 theme: "A Century of Black History Commemorations."
#TeenTopics: Adventures & Self-Growth for the New Year
The perfect time to explore, go on adventures, and focus on self-growth is really any time of the year. That said, there's no time like now! If you're interested in starting the new year by exploring a new interest, adding to your skills toolbox, or simply living a good life, check out the resources below.…
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