Jazzy Story Times

"Jazzy Story Times" are a collaboration between Oaktown Jazz Workshops and the Children’s Librarian. The librarian will read children’s books about famous musicians and Oaktown Jazz Workshops’ musicians will then perform tunes composed by the musician featured in each ......More

"Jazzy Story Times" are a collaboration between Oaktown Jazz Workshops and the Children’s Librarian. The librarian will read children’s books about famous musicians and Oaktown Jazz Workshops’ musicians will then perform tunes composed by the musician featured in each book. Oaktown Jazz instructors will also talk about their instrument, how they play it, and what role it has in the band. Get accessibility information.

Baby Bounce & Playtime

Bring your babies to the library for songs, books, and socializing! This event is best for parents or caregivers with babies from birth to 18 months. Get accessibility information.......More

Bring your babies to the library for songs, books, and socializing! This event is best for parents or caregivers with babies from birth to 18 months. Get accessibility information.

Teen Crafts @ Golden Gate

Drop in to Teen Crafts at Golden Gate every first Wednesday of the month from 2:30-3:30pm! We do a new craft each time - think: DIY pins, zines, friendship bracelets, etc. Got a craft you want to do? Let our teen librarian know!  All teens ages 12-18 welcome. No regis......More

Drop in to Teen Crafts at Golden Gate every first Wednesday of the month from 2:30-3:30pm! We do a new craft each time - think: DIY pins, zines, friendship bracelets, etc. Got a craft you want to do? Let our teen librarian know!  All teens ages 12-18 welcome. No registration required - just come by! Get accessibility information.

Neighborhood Business Assistance Center Appointments

Whether you’re starting a new business, expanding an existing business or facing challenges with your current business model, City staff are here to help. Services are available by appointment only. Please do not arrive without an appointment. ......More

Whether you’re starting a new business, expanding an existing business or facing challenges with your current business model, City staff are here to help. Services are available by appointment only. Please do not arrive without an appointment. Make an appointment and get more information or call 510-238-7398.   Get accessibility information.

Toddler Storytime

Bring your little ones to the library for songs, books, play, and socializing! This event is best for parents or caregivers of toddlers. Get accessibility information.

Transverse Teen Club

Come join us the first Saturday of the month for Transverse, a welcoming, safer space for trans, gender expansive and questioning teens to meet, learn and have fun together at OPL! Transverse is a safer a supportive space for trans and gender expansive youth ages 13......More

Come join us the first Saturday of the month for Transverse, a welcoming, safer space for trans, gender expansive and questioning teens to meet, learn and have fun together at OPL! Transverse is a safer a supportive space for trans and gender expansive youth ages 13 to 18 to encourage information access and affirm the information needs of our OPL youth patrons across gender. Crafts and snacks will be provided. Get accessibility information.

Baby Bounce & Playtime

Bring your babies to the library for songs, books, and socializing! This event is best for parents or caregivers with babies from birth to 18 months. Get accessibility information.......More

Bring your babies to the library for songs, books, and socializing! This event is best for parents or caregivers with babies from birth to 18 months. Get accessibility information.

Toddler Storytime

Bring your little ones to the library for songs, books, play, and socializing! This event is best for parents or caregivers of toddlers. Get accessibility information.

Baby Bounce & Playtime

Bring your babies to the library for songs, books, and socializing! This event is best for parents or caregivers with babies from birth to 18 months. Get accessibility information.......More

Bring your babies to the library for songs, books, and socializing! This event is best for parents or caregivers with babies from birth to 18 months. Get accessibility information.

Neighborhood Business Assistance Center Appointments

Whether you’re starting a new business, expanding an existing business or facing challenges with your current business model, City staff are here to help. Services are available by appointment only. Please do not arrive without an appointment. ......More

Whether you’re starting a new business, expanding an existing business or facing challenges with your current business model, City staff are here to help. Services are available by appointment only. Please do not arrive without an appointment. Make an appointment and get more information or call 510-238-7398.   Get accessibility information.

Toddler Storytime

Bring your little ones to the library for songs, books, play, and socializing! This event is best for parents or caregivers of toddlers. Get accessibility information.

Teens: Make Tiny Art at Golden Gate

Come in and make a mini masterpiece for our virtual tiny art show, featuring tiny paintings by teens all around Oakland! Do not miss out on this opportunity to earn raffle tickets for our Summer Program, which includes prizes like a Nintendo Switch, a LEGO set, and a ......More

Come in and make a mini masterpiece for our virtual tiny art show, featuring tiny paintings by teens all around Oakland! Do not miss out on this opportunity to earn raffle tickets for our Summer Program, which includes prizes like a Nintendo Switch, a LEGO set, and a Chromebook. No registration required, all teens welcome. All supplies will be included! Check out the art from Summer 2023 and Summer 2022 and don't miss out on this summer's tiny photography programs!