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Oakland, CA – August 24, 2026
Oakland Public Library Celebrates Grand Reopening of Brookfield Branch on August 29
Mayor Barbara Lee joins ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the return of a beloved East Oakland library.
After more than a year of renovations, the Oakland Public Library is proud to welcome the community back to the Brookfield Branch with a Grand Reopening Celebration on Saturday August 29, 2026, from 11 a.m.-5:00 p.m. at 9255 Edes Avenue.
Isaiah Kahn Named 2026 Oakland Youth Poet Laureate in Program’s 15th Anniversary Year by Oakland Public Library
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Oakland, CA – June 6, 2026
Isaiah Kahn, 16, has been named the 2026 Oakland
After 45 Years, a Library could be coming back to West Oakland
For twenty years, West Oakland residents have advocated for a library branch in their neighborhood. A recent development may finally make that dream a reality. To read more, check out the Oaklandside and CBS News…
OPL’s 2025 Annual Report
Our Annual Report is here! Let's take a look back and celebrate the programs and impact we made in the community for 2025.…
Oakland Library Showcases Tribute to John Beam
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.
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