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
Winter Solstice Youth Art Show Exhibit
Jan 2nd - Mar 6th | All day
For three weeks, participants came to the library to work on their artwork and they kindly agreed to share it with everyone!
Black Panther Party 60th Anniversary Exhibit
Feb 6th - Mar 31st | All day
A special exhibit commemorating the Black Panther Party's 60th Anniversary.
Winter Solstice Youth Art Show Exhibit
Jan 2nd - Mar 6th | All day
For three weeks, participants came to the library to work on their artwork and they kindly agreed to share it with everyone!
Black Panther Party 60th Anniversary Exhibit
Feb 6th - Mar 31st | All day
A special exhibit commemorating the Black Panther Party's 60th Anniversary.
Africans in the American Colonies
Books about Black lives in the Colonies to supplement 8th grade history textbooks.
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!
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!
Adios Amor Film Screening and Discussion
Mar 21st | 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us in celebrating National Farmworkers Awareness Week for an exciting screening and discussion with the film makers of Adios Amor.
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 - Sept 12
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.
Growing Mushrooms with Pollinate Farm
Mar 7th | 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Join Yolanda Burrell of Pollinate Farm for a hands-on home mushroom growing workshop!
Oakland Bloom Presents: Michoacán Cooking with Tsiri
Mar 5th | 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Join us for an intimate live culinary demonstration with Chef Marlene of Tsiri.
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.
March 2026
We're celebrating Women's History Month by honoring iconic women who've made history like Oakland-based Olympic gold medalist Alysia Liu!
Africans in the American Colonies
Books about Black lives in the Colonies to supplement 8th grade history textbooks.
#TeenTopics: Pets
Interested in getting a pet? Want to see if perhaps a pet is a good fit for you? We've got information for you!
The Soul of Sound: An Interview with Deon Brown
Founder of the Black American Sound System is hosting a sonic exhibition at Oakland Public Library that focuses on sounds of the Bay Area.
Celebration of Dioramas!
Oct 3rd | 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Come meet the makers of some of the amazing dioramas that are included in this year's 'All the News that's Fit to Build'.
All the News that's Fit to Build: Local News Dioramas
Jul 17th - Oct 3rd | All day
Admire an amazing array of dioramas created by the Oakland Public Library community.
