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OPL is for more than just books. Check out hot spots, tools, visit museums, state parks and more.
Support Services
At OPL, we’re here to support you with everything from technology and computer help, skill-building and job resources to connections with social and housing services in the community.
Upcoming Tech Support Events
Technology Support
CustomGuide
Digital Learn
O'Reilly for Public Libraries
CustomGuide
Digital Learn
O'Reilly for Public Libraries
Social Support
Housing Resources
Housing Resources
Upcoming Community Support Events
Adult Learning
Adult Learning
Second Start
Advisers Give Back
Second Start
Advisers Give Back
Job & Business Support
1-1 Job Resource Connect
@OaklandHas Jobs
Oakland Private Industry Council
1-1 Job Resource Connect
@OaklandHas Jobs
Oakland Private Industry Council
Upcoming Job & Business Support Services Events
History & Research
Dedicated to the discovery, preservation, interpretation, and sharing of historical and cultural experiences of African Americans in California and the West for present and future generations.
The Oakland History Center's mission is to collect, maintain and provide materials that tell the story of Oakland and the East Bay.
Newspapers & Magazines Department
Main Library's Magazines and Newspapers Department collects current and historic periodicals and newspapers from Oakland and the Bay Area, major newspapers, and genealogical materials such as city directories and birth and death indexes.
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