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.
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.
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.
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.
Books to Read for Arab American Heritage Month
An Arab American reading list with books for all ages.
Ramadan Kareem رمضان كريم
Enjoy these teen titles about Muslim families and their stories. Happy Ramadan!
Books to Read for Arab American Heritage Month
An Arab American reading list with books for all ages.
Ramadan Kareem رمضان كريم
Enjoy these teen titles about Muslim families and their stories. Happy Ramadan!
By Teens for Teens
You can participate, too!
Teen Zine Club: Random Fact
May 20th | 3:00pm - 4:00pm
️ Make your own zines at our monthly Teen Zine Club!
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: Random Fact
May 20th | 3:00pm - 4:00pm
️ Make your own zines at our monthly Teen Zine Club!
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!
Test Your U.S. History Knowledge!
Jul 11th | 2:00pm - 3:30pm
The United States Semiquincentennial is the 250th anniversary of the United States Declaration of Independence. Come test your knowledge.
Summer Nights at the Library: Music & Mocktails, part of a series
Jun 25th | 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Celebrate Summer with music-filled evening for all ages, featuring live DJs from KALW Radio, hands-on mocktail making, games, and more.
Teens: Learn Bargello Needlepoint
May 29th | 2:00pm-3:00pm
Various locations, dates, and times
Don't know how to do needlepoint? Don't worry! Bargello is fun, cute, and SUPER easy to learn!
Learn to Cook with Chef Terry
May 29th | 2:00pm-3:00pm
Various locations, dates, and times
Learn how to make your own food in this hands-on workshop!
Engrave your own Keychain
May 27th | 1:00pm-2:00pm
Various locations, dates, and times
Try out our new handheld engravers and engrave a keychain that you can take home.
Teen Summer Crafts & Stuff, part of a series
Join us this summer every Wednesday for crafts, films, and food/snacks!
Finding Your Library Joy! National Library Week 2026
Happy National Library Week! Discover your library joy with special content highlights from OPL's staff.
Chess Club for Kids, Tweens, & Teens, part of a series
All levels welcome. Best for people ages 6 to 17 years. (Children under 8 years old must be supervised by a responsible caregiver.)
Books to Read for Arab American Heritage Month
An Arab American reading list with books for all ages.
Congratulations to Oakland’s Ryan Coogler on his Oscar win
Oakland Public Library celebrates hometown visionary Ryan Coogler on his Oscar win for Sinners.
April 2026
Enjoy bilingual children's musical events, Tatreez embroidery workshops, searching old newspapers for treasure, and more!
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.
