Join us for a Season of Discovery!
Enjoy reading challenges, hands-on activities, and special events for all ages. From workshops and author talks to jazz performances, there is something for everyone, and everyone wins!
How to Participate
Complete 20 activities to win a Free Book and Tote Bag
Fun activities to do this summer include:
- Read Books
- Get personalized reading recommendations through Book me, opens a new window
- Attend a Storytime, opens a new window with your child
- Make jewelry, ice cream, or candles, opens a new window
- Attend library programs and events
- Check out art exhibits, opens a new window
- Sign up for Libby, opens a new window and check out an e-book
- Sign up for Discover and Go, opens a new window and visit a museum
- Read newspaper articles, opens a new window for free
- Write a book review for all the books you read this summer
- Learn how to write a book review , opens a new window
And so much more. Check out more ideas at oakland.beanstack.com, opens a new window
Feel free to create your own discoveries. Take a Selfie of your adventures this summer, post on socials and tag/share with us. @oaklibrary, opens a new window #OPLSummer, opens a new window
Prizes
Downloads
Children's Discovery Map
Events
Featured Events
Family Game Night
Family Game Night
By Location
Events for Children Carousel
Family Game Night
Build. Make. Play.
Cascada de Flores
Family Game Night
Build. Make. Play.
Cascada de Flores
Events for Teens Carousel
Cooking with Oakland Bloom
Engrave your own Keychain
Cooking with Oakland Bloom
Engrave your own Keychain
Events for Adults Carousel
Test Your U.S. History Knowledge!
Test Your U.S. History Knowledge!
Limited Edition Library Cards
Oakland Public Library is teaming up with Oakland Roots SC, opens a new window and Oakland Soul SC, opens a new window for a special Summer 2026 limited-edition library card celebrating community, literacy, and the love of soccer.
Pick up your limited-edition card at all Oakland Public Library locations while supplies last starting May 18th.
More Summer Fun for Children
In addition, this summer, OPL is also partnering with Oakland Roots SC to host two youth soccer camps featuring players from the club. Children can build skills, stay active, and meet hometown athletes.
June 6: 11:00 am-1:00 pm at Main Library
June 20: 11:00 am-1:00p at 81st Ave. Branch
