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
Chop and Chat - Cooking Fun, part of a series
Join us every Thursday afternoon in March and April to cook fresh food and eat together.
Teen/Adult Healthy Cooking Classes, part of a series
Please join us at the 81st Avenue Branch for teen/adult healthy cooking classes the last Friday of every month.
Chop and Chat - Cooking Fun, part of a series
Join us every Thursday afternoon in March and April to cook fresh food and eat together.
Teen/Adult Healthy Cooking Classes, part of a series
Please join us at the 81st Avenue Branch for teen/adult healthy cooking classes the last Friday of every month.
Ramadan Kareem رمضان كريم
Enjoy these teen titles about Muslim families and their stories. Happy Ramadan!
YA Books to Read for Arab American Heritage Month!
Bet you didn't know April is Arab American Heritage Month! Check out these books that highlight Arab culture, authors, and history!
Africans in the American Colonies
Books about Black lives in the Colonies to supplement 8th grade history textbooks.
Ramadan Kareem رمضان كريم
Enjoy these teen titles about Muslim families and their stories. Happy Ramadan!
YA Books to Read for Arab American Heritage Month!
Bet you didn't know April is Arab American Heritage Month! Check out these books that highlight Arab culture, authors, and history!
Africans in the American Colonies
Books about Black lives in the Colonies to supplement 8th grade history textbooks.
By Teens for Teens
You can participate, too!
Teen Zine Club
Apr 15th | 3:00pm - 4:00pm
This is a chill space for you to get creative, express yourself, and hang out with new and returning zine makers.
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!
Teen Zine Club
Apr 15th | 3:00pm - 4:00pm
This is a chill space for you to get creative, express yourself, and hang out with new and returning zine makers.
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!
Bulletin Board
Here's what's new for teens at OPL!
Oakland’s Own Mark Curry Returns to his Hometown Library
Comedian and Actor, Mark Curry returned to his Oakland roots to visit his home library, Martin Luther King Jr. Branch.
5 Ways to Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month
April is Arab American Heritage Month! Your library is here to celebrate and connect with all cultures and communities across Oakland.
From the Middle East to the Bay Area
A History of Arab Immigration to San Francisco and Oakland
Cooking with Oakland Bloom
March 25th | 5:00pm-7:00pm
Various locations, dates, and times
Join us for a hands-on tasting cooking workshop
Oud Performance with Ali Habbal
Apr 18th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us for an engaging and educational performance featuring Ali Habbal of Oud by Ali.
Meet the Author: Noel Hassan
April 11th | 12pm-1pm & 2pm-3pm
Piedmont & Lakeview Branches
Join us in welcoming Noel Hassan, a talented poet whose work beautifully captures her experiences as a Yemeni-American Muslim woman.
Tatreez with Amanne Sharif
April 4th | 10:00am-12:00pm
Various locations, dates, and times
Join us for an intimate Tatreez embroidery workshop with Palestinian artist and educator, Amanne Sharif.
New call for crafters! Make an Oakland history diorama!
Start searching for the perfect newspaper article for your diorama. Not sure where to start? We can help!
Super Smash Bros Tournament
May 23 | 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Various locations, dates, and times
Do you play Super Smash Bros? The top two finalists will receive prizes and will get a chance to compete in the FINAL Tournament where
Teens: Foodie Fridays at the Main Library's TeenZone, part of a series
May 1st | 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Teens! Do you like to eat? School's back in session and so are Foodie Fridays! Come to the TeenZone on the first Friday of the month.
Ramadan Kareem رمضان كريم
Enjoy these teen titles about Muslim families and their stories. Happy Ramadan!
YA Books to Read for Arab American Heritage Month!
Bet you didn't know April is Arab American Heritage Month! Check out these books that highlight Arab culture, authors, and history!
OPL and Oakland Animal Services Team Up for Free Adoptions
During the month of March, all adoption fees will be waived for Oakland Public Library card holders!
Adopt-a-Dog: Pup Up Event
Apr 3 | 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Various locations, dates, and times
Meet adoptable pets and learn about adopting, fostering, volunteering and affordable pet care with Oakland Animal Services.
Capoiera Angola, part of a series
Come join the East Oakland Capoeira Angola Study Group and practice Capoeira Angola, a Brazilian martial art that includes dance and music.
Chop and Chat - Cooking Fun, part of a series
Join us every Thursday afternoon in March and April to cook fresh food and eat together.
