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Sidewalk Pickup at OPL

Limited locations are available for no-contact sidewalk pickup service. Indoor areas remain closed.

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Celebrating Our Diversity

#OPLSummer Week 7: Celebrating Our Diversity

People of all ages can register to participate in our annual Summer Reading program. We’ll have free virtual activities and programs throughout the summer to keep the entire family engaged, entertained and motivated to reach their reading goals.

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Free COVID-19 Testing / Pruebas gratis de COVID-19

Now, anyone who lives or works in Alameda County can be tested for FREE at any of Oakland’s testing sites. Ahora cualquier persona que viva o trabaje en el Condado de Alameda puede hacerse la prueba GRATUITAMENTE en cualquier de los sitios de prueba en Oakland.

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OPL @ Home

Use your library card from home to access a wealth of digital offerings from OPL.

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Virtual Lawyers in the Library

In a one-on-one appointment, lawyers can answer questions on most legal topics. If legal help is required, people are referred to  other agencies. 

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OPL Online Programs for Kids

The kids are home, so is our staff, so we're bringing the fun to you!

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#OPLSummer Week 7: Read, Watch & Listen: Black Joy!

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This week we celebrate diversity and focus on the idea of Black Joy. Read, watch and listen to these resources to tap into Black Joy and celebrate the pride and diversity among Black people!

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From Advice for Readers

Summer Fun for Adults Week 7: Celebrating Our Diversity with Cookbooks

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We're in the seventh week of the library’s Summer Fun for Adults program. This week’s theme is “Celebrating Our Diversity,” and we’re celebrating the most delicious way possible—with cookbooks!

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From the Main Library

OPL Launches Gardening Video Playlist

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The Oakland Public Library continues providing the community with gardening tips, book lists, and now, videos.

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From the Library Community

Teen Tuesday: Celebrating Diversity with TikTok

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At OPL we love to celebrate diversity every day. This week we celebrate our differences, our cultures, our backgrounds, and learn about one another. Join us on this Teen Tuesday by participating in the #allthedifference TikTok challenge.

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From the Library Community

#OwnVoices Books for Teens by Black Authors

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Fighting against racial injustice and for equality is “the struggle” but being Black is not limited to only this struggle. Here is a list of books by Black authors that feature a range of their experience.

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