February eNewsletter

Black Culture Fest

Black Culture Fest is an annual effort, coordinated by Black OPL staff who proudly share the brilliance and strength of our heritages.

Exhibits

Special Events

Blog Post

Wrapping Up OPL Summer 2026

Over 550 families, Mayor Barbara Lee, and 100 laptops donated at the End of Summer Party!

Staff List

An Abolitionist's Reading List for Black August

Learn from various works that has been done in pursuit of freedom. Includes children's books. Curated by the Black Culture Fest Committee.

Blog Post

Wrapping Up OPL Summer 2026

Over 550 families, Mayor Barbara Lee, and 100 laptops donated at the End of Summer Party!

Staff List

An Abolitionist's Reading List for Black August

Learn from various works that has been done in pursuit of freedom. Includes children's books. Curated by the Black Culture Fest Committee.

Blog Post

Wrapping Up OPL Summer 2026

Over 550 families, Mayor Barbara Lee, and 100 laptops donated at the End of Summer Party!

Black Culture Storytimes

Black Children's Book Week

Join Librarian Pat, Tuesday, February 28 - Thursday, March 2 for pop-up storytime in the community.

Blog Post

Wrapping Up OPL Summer 2026

Over 550 families, Mayor Barbara Lee, and 100 laptops donated at the End of Summer Party!

Teen Tarot Series

Join us for a 4-part series on tarot! Starter tarot decks will be provided; no materials required.

Read the Resistance

Staff List

Slam! The Poetry of Black Resistance

Spoken word and the art of Black resistance are showcased in this selection of OPL titles.

Staff List

Nah Bruh...

These works at OPL center black female resistance to oppressive patriarchy and toxic masculinity.

Sounds of Resistance

Staff List

Ole' School Sounds of Freedom

For Black people across the diaspora, music has played a crucial role in our fight towards freedom.

Staff List

Nu School Sounds of Resistance

In the early days of Hip-Hop, the music and messages have served as a voice of resistance, social consciences, and pro-blackness. Listen up!

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Staff List

You are not alone, processing violence impacting communities

Explore OPL's booklist help you process tough times with violence taking place in the world and its impact.

Friends of the Oakland Public Library Members Only Sale

Just in time for Valentine’s Day, The Friends of the Oakland Public Library (FOPL) will be showing our love and appreciation for our members with a special 1-day members-only sale at The Bookmark Bookstore. On Saturday, February 11 from 11am – 4pm members receive 50% off all items in the store! Non-members are welcome to join on the day of the sale to receive the discount. FOPL memberships start at just $25 dollars for individuals, with special discounts for seniors and students.