Welcome Teens!
Visit us in person. Visit us on the web. Join us on social media.
Read some books. Stream some music. Watch a movie. Play some games. Hang out. Volunteer. Come to an event. Find information you need. Do a project. Make some art. Learn something new. Share your talents. Help us make the library a welcoming happy space for all Oakland teens.
Teen Resources
Resources for Teens
Looking for information on topics important to teens? Need resources for school, work, or planning for your future? Find that and more!
Upcoming Teen Events
Featured Events
Baba and Me Father's Day Celebration
Jun 14th | 11:00am - 3:00pm
A day of activities for fathers and their children! Enjoy everything from martial arts and craft making to video games and reading circles.
Juneteenth Ritual of Remembrance
Jun 14th | 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Join us for an engaging afternoon connecting African American history to African spirituality through songs in Yoruba accompanied by…
Baba and Me Father's Day Celebration
Jun 14th | 11:00am - 3:00pm
A day of activities for fathers and their children! Enjoy everything from martial arts and craft making to video games and reading circles.
Juneteenth Ritual of Remembrance
Jun 14th | 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Join us for an engaging afternoon connecting African American history to African spirituality through songs in Yoruba accompanied by…
By Teens for Teens
You can participate, too!
Realistic(ish) Fiction Novels ◡̈
Oakland teen, bllue_otter_1141 recommends these realistic fiction books to other Oakland teens! Done as part of the Teen Summer Program!
If you Liked Refugee....
You might also like these books recommended by frost_wolf_457 as part of the Teen Summer Program!
If You Liked Gone...
Fan of Gone, you might also like these books recommended by Oakland teen (frost_wolf_457) as part of the Teen Summer Program!
Realistic(ish) Fiction Novels ◡̈
Oakland teen, bllue_otter_1141 recommends these realistic fiction books to other Oakland teens! Done as part of the Teen Summer Program!
If you Liked Refugee....
You might also like these books recommended by frost_wolf_457 as part of the Teen Summer Program!
If You Liked Gone...
Fan of Gone, you might also like these books recommended by Oakland teen (frost_wolf_457) as part of the Teen Summer Program!
Bulletin Board
Here's what's new for teens at OPL!
How do you like your winter?
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This coldish Oakland weather is perfect.0
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I like to get colder. Give me a trip to the snow.0
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This is freezing. I want to escape to a warmer place.0
Summer at the Library: Town Camp Explosion
Sign up for the Summer Reading Program and start your summer with a bang.
Cael Dueñas-Lara Announced as Oakland Youth Poet Laureate
Jun 06, 2025
Cael Dueñas-Lara, 14-years-old, has been named the 2025 Laureate, winning a $5000 scholarship.
#TeenResources: Digital Literacy
A curated list of books to help teens navigate the digital world with confidence and responsibility.
#TeenTopics: Digital Literacy
Whether you're scrolling TikTok, doing a school project, or just trying to stay informed, we're here to help you build smart media habits.
Baba and Me Father's Day Celebration
Jun 14th | 11:00am - 3:00pm
A day of activities for fathers and their children! Enjoy everything from martial arts and craft making to video games and reading circles.
Juneteenth Ritual of Remembrance
Jun 14th | 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Join us for an engaging afternoon connecting African American history to African spirituality through songs in Yoruba accompanied by…
Black Music Month
June is Black Music Month, and we're celebrating Oakland and the Bay Area’s artists and sounds from hip-hop to funk, gospel, R&B, and soul.
5 Ways to Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month
Here are five meaningful ways to celebrate AAPI Heritage Month at your library including books, cultural programs, and language learning.
Free Cell Phone Fix-It Clinic, part of a series
Bring your broken phone and our friendly technician from WePair Tech will diagnose your problem. Call to schedule your appointment!
The Bike Fix
Various locations, dates, and times
Does something feel wrong with your bike? Bring it in and we'll help fix it. We do minor bike repairs and provide tools and some supplies.
Crime and Curiosity
Investigative cold cases, wrongful convictions, and true crime - it's all here in this haunting collection of YA fiction and non-fiction.
