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Celebrating Immigrant Roots: Art Contest Winners Announced
There’s a special kind of magic that happens when a young person feels truly seen—when their family’s journey, language, and heritage are treated not as a footnote, but as a masterpiece. That’s exactly what we witnessed this spring at the library. For the first time, we invited students in grades 6–12 to participate in a…
Finding Your Library Joy! National Library Week 2026
Happy National Library Week! Discover your library joy with special content highlights from OPL's staff.
Fresh Starts: Spring Picks
As flowers bloom this season, it is time to share some Spring Picks to your TBR. Fiction Mystery & Thrillers Science Fiction & Fantasy Non-Fiction Currently Watching…
#TeenResources: 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…
Congratulations to Oakland’s Ryan Coogler on his Oscar win
Oakland Public Library proudly celebrates hometown visionary Ryan Coogler on his incredible awards season success, including an Oscar win for his powerful film Sinners. From Oakland to the global stage, Coogler continues to tell stories that center community, resilience, and truth. Sinners has captivated audiences and critics alike, earning top honors across multiple award ceremonies…
April 2026
Welcome to awesome April at the Oakland Public Library! Enjoy bilingual children's musical events, Tatreez embroidery workshops, searching old newspapers for treasure, and more!
Oakland’s Own Mark Curry Returns to his Hometown Library
Comedian and actor Mark Curry returned to his Oakland roots, visiting his home library, the Martin Luther King Jr. Branch in East Oakland, and reconnecting with the community that helped shape him. Check out his visit here…
Celebrating Yemeni Heritage: The Artwork of Noor Qwfan
Arab American Heritage Month, Art at the library, Main Library
5 Ways to Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month
April is Arab American Heritage Month! Your library is here to celebrate and connect with all cultures and communities across Oakland.
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