By Madilynne Medina - News Reporter for SFGate The Oakland Public Library is celebrating the legacy of the late coach John Beam with a powerful tribute display and an interactive community memory book. Beam, 66, was fatally shot on Nov. 13 at Laney College in Oakland, where he worked as the athletic director and formerly…
Storytime Volunteers Needed
Books for Wider Horizons is looking for volunteers to read weekly at Head Starts and childcare centers. Sign up for training by August 31.
Popular Summer Reads for Children and Teens
Summer Books for Children and Teens
New York Times Best-Selling Author Jasmine Guillory to Present “Flirting Lessons” at Oakland Public Library
June 3, 2025 New York Times Bestselling Author to speak at Oakland Public Library Oakland, CA – The Oakland Public Library is thrilled to welcome New York Times best-selling author Jasmine Guillory for an engaging discussion about her latest novel, “Flirting Lessons,” Wednesday June 11 at 6:30 p.m. at the Main Library. This event is part of…
Free Comic Book Day at OPL on May 3
Adults. teens, and kids can stop by any OPL location and pick up a free comic book on May 3!
Main Library Open House
Oakland, CA – The Oakland Public Library is delighted to announce a special Open House event on February 22 to celebrate the newly remodeled Main Library.
OPL Invites You to Contribute to 2025 Shrine of Broken Hearts
Contribute your broken heart memorabilia to our annual pop-up museum of your broken heart nostalgia.
Applications Open January 3 for 2025 Oakland Youth Poet Laureate Program
Calling all young Oakland poets! The Oakland Public Library and an alliance of community partners welcome Oakland poets between the ages of 13-18 to enter into the 2025 Oakland Youth Poet Laureate (OYPL) community. The Oakland Youth Poet Laureate program projects the diverse voices and truths of Oakland youth into the city and beyond. Writers…
Play Winter Bingo during the holiday break
Winter Bingo is a fun family literacy activity recommended for kids ages 0-14. The game begins December 21, 2024.
To play :
Visit your local library, a
Free Comic Book Day at OPL on May 4
Adults. teens, and kids can stop by any OPL location and pick up a free comic book on May 4!
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