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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

Meet the Author: Erica Pool - The Judgment Trap

May 20th | 6:30pm - 7:45pm

Rockridge Branch

Erica Pool will discuss the book, The Judgment Trap: Why We Judge, How It Hurts Us, and How to Break Free

Paint Your Pet

May 12th | 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Rockridge Branch

With a simple tracing technique (no drawing experience required!) and pop art inspired colors, lellobird brings us this fun workshop in…

Meet the Author: Erica Pool - The Judgment Trap

May 20th | 6:30pm - 7:45pm

Rockridge Branch

Erica Pool will discuss the book, The Judgment Trap: Why We Judge, How It Hurts Us, and How to Break Free

Paint Your Pet

May 12th | 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Rockridge Branch

With a simple tracing technique (no drawing experience required!) and pop art inspired colors, lellobird brings us this fun workshop in…

Meet the Author: Erica Pool - The Judgment Trap

May 20th | 6:30pm - 7:45pm

Rockridge Branch

Erica Pool will discuss the book, The Judgment Trap: Why We Judge, How It Hurts Us, and How to Break Free

Black Culture Storytimes

Black Children's Book Week

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

Meet the Author: Erica Pool - The Judgment Trap

May 20th | 6:30pm - 7:45pm

Rockridge Branch

Erica Pool will discuss the book, The Judgment Trap: Why We Judge, How It Hurts Us, and How to Break Free

Teen Tarot Series

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

Read the Resistance

Slam! The Poetry of Black Resistance

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

Nah Bruh...

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

Sounds of Resistance

Ole' School Sounds of Freedom

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

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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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.

2023 Vibes

K-pop 2023 Big Bang's Taeyang makes a solo comeback

K-pop 2023 Big Bang's Taeyang makes a solo comeback and it's a vibe.

Announced anime adaptations in 2023

Here is a list of manga from OPL that are soon to be released or in the works of the anime adaptations in 2023.

Shrine of Broken Hearts

Has your heart ever been broken? Sadly, so has ours. Purge yourself of painful memories by contributing to our Shrine of Broken Hearts.

Oakland History is Black History at Children's Fairyland

Children's Fairyland is celebrating Black History Month with a spectacular visual display.

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Computer help in English Sundays

Apr 19th | 10:00am - 12:00pm

César E. Chávez Branch

Quilting Workshop

Apr 19th | 12:00pm - 2:30pm

Teen Magic the Gathering (MtG) Club @Main TeenZone

Apr 19th | 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Main Library TeenZone

Crafts and Mocktails | Manualidades y Bebidas

Apr 19th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm

César E. Chávez Branch

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