There are so many spots in the Bay to enjoy stargazing, especially this spring and summer. It's a great way to spend an evening watching the nights sky, observing the constellations, and/or watching showers of meteors. Check Out a Telescope Did you know that you can now check out a telescope from the library!?!?! Find…
#TeenTopics: Bullying
Say No to Bullying. YOU ARE NOT ALONE. Bullying is unwanted aggressive behavior. Types of bullying. Verbal, Social, and Physical are the most common all type of bullying. Bullying may also include aggressive behaviors in other forms: Cyber, Disability, LGBTQ+, Racial, Religious, Sexual, and Workplace. https://www.crisiste xtline.org/topics/bullying/ Signs of Bullying: There are many…
#TeenTopics: Pets
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…
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…
#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.…
On Poetry, Oakland, and being the OYPL: An Interview with Cael Dueñas-Lara
Cael Dueñas-Lara, the 2025 Oakland Youth Poet Laureate, has been making waves all over Oakland with performances, school visits, and workshops. We had the opportunity to ask him some questions and are pleased to share Cael’s thoughts about Oakland, poetry, the program, and more. Here's what he had to say! What does the Oakland Youth Poet…
#TeenTopics: Poetry and the Oakland Youth Poet Laureate
We are so excited to announce that applications for the 15th Oakland Youth Poet Laureate (OYPL) will open on January 2, 2026! Our application always opens in January and closes in the beginning of February... so if you are reading this after then date, there is next year. Our program considers ALL young poets (13-18 and living in…
#TeenTopics: Halloween
October is all about the spooky vibes, and we are here to help. If you are looking to get into the Halloween mood try some of these events, movies, and books or even explore some haunted Oakland spaces. Local Haunts Haunted Places in Oakland, California - Oakland and the surrounding area have quite a few…
A Found in a Library Book Scavenger Hunt and Zine: Animal Planet
Have you ever wondered what happens to all the things people leave behind in library books? If you're familiar with our Found in a Library Book collection, you know what happens to them here at OPL! This continually growing collection now has more than 900 items and they each have a story to tell…
Staff Poets at OPL
In honor of National Poetry Month, we'd love to share some staff talent. Enjoy these poems written by OPL staff.
(Alphabetical by poet's first name.)
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