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.
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.
Tarot Time, part of a series
Are you interested in tarot reading? Come to Tarot Time and explore the realm of reading tarot cards.
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!
Bulletin Board
Here's what's new for teens at OPL!
Which would you rather be turned into?
It's spooky season!
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Poetry Pen Pals
Share a poem. Read a poem. Connect. A project from Ella Gordon, Oakland's 2024 Youth Poet Laureate.
DIY Croc Charms
Nov 8th | 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Our friendly staff will provide step-by-step guidance on how to create your charms. Materials provided!
YA Books by Native Authors
Native and Indigenous authors write a lot of great YA books. Read one of these from OPL's collection.
Cozy Winter Mug Swap!
Dec 14th | 11:00am - 1:00pm
Do you have a collection of mugs that could use a refresh? Join us for a cozy winter mug swap!
Envision This: Vision Board Party
Jan 11th | 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Kick off the new year with clarity and creativity at our Vision Board Party!
Film Fridays, part of a series
Step into the world of cinema at the 81st Library, enjoy snacks, and cast your vote for which movie to watch.
Teen Anime and Manga Club, part of a series
Come by the library to read manga together, enjoy some snacks, and watch some anime with other anime fans!
Reading Recommendations for Your Favorite Halloween Candy
What does your favorite candy type say about your reading taste?
2024 Teen Reading List
Our 2024 Teen Reading List picks: books from 2023 and first half of 2024 that we recommend for anyone who enjoys reading young adult genre.
Without a care in the world
YA titles about the best parts of summer: hanging out, spending time with friends, falling in love, and learning more about who you are.
October 2024 at OPL
Welcome to ominous October at the Oakland Public Library! We're celebrating Tu Herencia, Dia De Los Muertos, & Halloween!
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!
Learning about Wichcraft
For anyone wanting to learn more about witchcraft, here's a great list made by glitterbunnyz as part of our Teen Summer Reading Program!