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
Eastmont Anime Club, part of a series
Teens -Watch Anime! Eat Snacks! Make Friends! Every Tuesday at 3:30pm, join us at the Eastmont Teen Zone to watch and discuss anime.
Library Commission- Community Engagement Committee, part of a series
Jul 14th | 5:45pm - 6:45pm
Information for the Library Commission's Community Engagement Committee
Eastmont Anime Club, part of a series
Teens -Watch Anime! Eat Snacks! Make Friends! Every Tuesday at 3:30pm, join us at the Eastmont Teen Zone to watch and discuss anime.
Library Commission- Community Engagement Committee, part of a series
Jul 14th | 5:45pm - 6:45pm
Information for the Library Commission's Community Engagement Committee
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: Spirit Week
Cheer on and learn about other cultures in your community.
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.
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.
Summer Programs at the Oakland Public Library Start May 24
May 01, 2025
We're excited to kick off our 2025 summer programs offering a wide range of fun, educational, and creative activities for all ages.
