Summer Events for All Ages
The Oakland Public Library's summer calendar is packed with activities for all ages. From hands-on science exploration to magic shows for kids, to cooking and jewelry making workshops for teens, and gardening and crafting projects for adults, there’s something for everyone to learn and explore.
Visit oaklandlibrary.org/events or oaklandlibrary.org/summer to find out what programs are happening near you!
We are pleased to also offer Lunch at the Library, providing free lunch for ages 18 and under, Weekdays from May 28-August 2, 12pm-1pm (excluding the Juneteenth holiday, June 19 and the Independence Day holiday, July 4) at the following library locations:
Kids Summer Reading
Kids (0-14) who complete 20 days of reading during the summer can choose a free book and earn the chance to win other prizes. Kids and families can join a variety of summer programs throughout the summer to stay engaged, entertained, and motivated to reach their reading goals.
Check out our Summer Program PSA
Teens (12-17) can win prizes for doing what they already love to do: reading, attending library events, playing games, writing online reviews, volunteering, and hanging out with friends. Prizes include a Nintendo Switch Lite, a Chromebook, a Michael Kors backpack, and more.
Yes, Summer Reading is for adults too! Adults (18+) can review books and movies or complete activities to earn chances to win in the prize raffles. Adult prizes include spa gift cards, turntable, and grocery cards.
To participate, signup starting Saturday, May 25 at any OPL location or online: oaklandlibrary.org/summer
With Gratitude
Many thanks to our 2024 prize donors:
- The Bookmark Bookstore, opens a new window
- Chabot Space and Science Center, opens a new window
- Children's Fairyland, opens a new window
- East Oakland Sports Center, opens a new window
- Folkmanis Puppets, opens a new window
- Lake Merritt Boating Center, opens a new window
- The MADE, opens a new window (The Museum of Art and Digital Entertainment)
- The Oakland A’s, opens a new window
- Oakland Feather River Family Camp, opens a new window
- Oakland Roots SC, opens a new window
- The Oakland Zoo, opens a new window
- San Francisco Bay Ferry, opens a new window
Special thanks to the major supporters of 2024 Kids’ Summer Reading:
- Eat. Learn. Play. Foundation
- The Friends of the Oakland Public Library
- The Friends of the Rockridge Library
- William G. Gilmore Foundation
- Hellman Foundation Fund
- Matson Foundation
- The Bernard Osher Foundation
- Kenneth Rainin Foundation
- Lunch at the Library: a project of the California State
Library, supported with funds from the State of California
About the Oakland Public Library
The Oakland Public Library is a part of the City of Oakland in California and has been in existence since 1878. Locations include 16 neighborhood branches, a Main Library, a Second Start Adult Literacy Program, the Oakland Tool Lending Library, and the African American Museum and Library at Oakland (AAMLO). The Oakland Public Library empowers all people to explore, connect, and grow. oaklandlibrary.org
