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
Because Of Our History - Art Exhibit, part of a series
Aug 14th - Nov 13th | All day
“Because of Our History” – Creativity Explored on African American history and artist’s place in the narrative.
Eastmont Teen Cineplex, part of a series
Come by the Eastmont Branch Teen Zone every Monday after school this school year and watch a movie!
Because Of Our History - Art Exhibit, part of a series
Aug 14th - Nov 13th | All day
“Because of Our History” – Creativity Explored on African American history and artist’s place in the narrative.
Eastmont Teen Cineplex, part of a series
Come by the Eastmont Branch Teen Zone every Monday after school this school year and watch a movie!
Black Family Book Club
Join AAMLO in celebrating November as Family Literacy Month and read these Black Classics with your family.
Filipino American History Month Celebration Readings
The Oakland Public Library's Filipino American collection covers adult, young adult, and children's literature.
Black Family Book Club
Join AAMLO in celebrating November as Family Literacy Month and read these Black Classics with your family.
Filipino American History Month Celebration Readings
The Oakland Public Library's Filipino American collection covers adult, young adult, and children's literature.
By Teens for Teens
You can participate, too!
Smallest Star Wars Books
A small list of the shortest Star Wars books available at our library. Created by teen intern Luca C.
go with the flow
Children's books about making mistakes, forgiveness and being ok with change. Curated by teen intern Sena Yoo.
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!
Smallest Star Wars Books
A small list of the shortest Star Wars books available at our library. Created by teen intern Luca C.
go with the flow
Children's books about making mistakes, forgiveness and being ok with change. Curated by teen intern Sena Yoo.
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!
Bulletin Board
Here's what's new for teens at OPL!
When You’re the One Everyone Counts On
Nov 17th | 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Join us for real conversation, good food (free), community, and resources for those caring for the people they love.
Diwali Celebration
Nov 12th | 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Celebrate Diwali at the Piedmont Ave Branch with free henna designs and diya lamp-making crafts!
ZINE for TEENS
Nov 3rd | 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Come express your creative and artistic talents by making a Zine. You can create a journal, graphic novel, manga, or whatever you feel like!
Eastmont Branch Arcade!, part of a series
Play video games projected up on our giant wall screen, meet and hang-out with friends, and while you're at it, grab a snack!
Teens: Foodie Fridays at the Main Library's TeenZone, part of a series
Nov 6th | 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Come learn how to make delicious dishes like ice cream, onigiri, pizza, green onion pancakes, congee, smashed cucumbers, and coconut curry.
Spanish Conversation Club, part of a series
Practice speaking Spanish with other learners and Library staff in our weekly Spanish Conversation Club.
Black Family Book Club
Join AAMLO in celebrating November as Family Literacy Month and read these Black Classics with your family.
Meet the Author: Cindy Cohn - Privacy’s Defender
Dec 10th | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Cindy Cohn will discuss her career, and the future of digital surveillance and rights in the time of AI and creeping authoritarianism.
Meet the Author: Gil Durán - The Nerd Reich
Jan 28th | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Durán will discuss his career in journalism, and his prescriptions for reigning in Silicon Valley and preserving democracy.
Meet the Author: Paulina Borsook - Cyberselfish
Apr 8th | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Paulina Borsook will discuss her book and its accurate prediction of tech's current state, her career in tech and tech-criticism, and more.
Meet the Author: Matthew Wolfe - Fires In The Night
Mar 11th | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
The author will discuss his book, the environmental movement more broadly, and the ongoing relevance of the ELF.
Meet the Author: Dylan Miles - My Not Chosen Adventure
Feb 11th | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Miles' 2026 memoir is not just about his journey surviving cancer but also includes "rainbow squirrels and protective dragons."
Celebrate Diwali: Stories, Dance, and Light
Nov 4th | 5:00pm–5:45pm
Various locations, dates, and times
Experience the Festival of Lights through Indian classical dance, storytelling, music, and hands-on learning.
Halloween Parade and Trick-Or-Treating
Oct 31st | 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Come trick-or-treat at the Main Library in your scariest, shiniest, and best costumes.
Teen Gaming @ Golden Gate, part of a series
Meet and compete with other teens in classic multiplayer video games.
Black Panther Free Breakfast Program
Library Assistant Marco Frazier profiles one of the programs organized by the Black Panther Party - The Free Breakfast for School Children.
Get social!
