If you were wondering whether attending a book talk is worth it, this is your sign. Yes, it is! Brontez Purnell lit up the room with his charismatic spirit, witty humor, and poetic stories about his life.
April 2024 at OPL
Welcome to abundant April at the Oakland Public Library!
Gertrude Stein on Oakland
The Oakland History Center is celebrating Gertrude Stein, one of Oakland's most famous and most misunderstood authors, on her 150th Birthday.
March 2024 at OPL
Welcome to marvelous March at the Oakland Public Library!
Behind the Book: Interview with Oakland Author, Meikko Sheiree
We all love a good book but what does it take to publish one? Oakland author, Meikko Sheiree talks about her writing and publishing journey with her debut novel, Situationship. I celebrate Black literature all year round but I wanted to learn more about the current landscape of the literary scene in Oakland through the…
Help Me Grow Resource List for Parents and Caregivers
Help Me Grow offers a number of services to families and providers.This resource list is for parents and caregivers in Alameda County, California.
Oakland’s First Black Librarians
Eleanor Watkins was Oakland's first Black librarian. We're paying tribute to her and those who followed in her footsteps for Black History Month.
New education source for Pre-K – 5th Grade – Educate Station!
OPL has a new addition - Educate Station! Educate Station is an easy-to-use online resource that provides curriculum materials for pre-k through 5th grade.
Staff Favorites : African Americans Visual Artists and Painters
Learn about Yohan's favorite painters and visual artists.
February 2024 Overview
Welcome to festive February at the Oakland Public Library! There's so much to celebrate and we have HUNDREDS of events every month. So here's the highlights!
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