Free Basic Tax Help

Get free basic tax preparation assistance from AARP Tax-Aide volunteers. Appointments are required. Appointments are given same day at 9:45am at the main entrance on 14th Street; please note, the library does not open......More

Get free basic tax preparation assistance from AARP Tax-Aide volunteers. Appointments are required. Appointments are given same day at 9:45am at the main entrance on 14th Street; please note, the library does not open until 10am. Come prepared with the following documents: A copy of your last year's federal and state tax returns Photo ID (for joint returns, both spouses must be present and show ID) All 2025 tax documents, including W-2s, 1099s, and other relevant forms Direct deposit information

Tenants Rights Clinic

Scroll down for English translation.  Problems with your landlord? OTU's Community Counselors will be at the Main Library to answer your tenants rights questions. This event is free and open to all Oakland tenants. Make an appointment by emailing ......More

Scroll down for English translation.  Problems with your landlord? OTU's Community Counselors will be at the Main Library to answer your tenants rights questions. This event is free and open to all Oakland tenants. Make an appointment by emailing [email protected] or calling (510) 704-5276. Walk-ins are also accepted as space allows. Please bring your lease or any related documentation. Please be advised that OTU Community Counselors are not attorneys and cannot give legal advice. Occurs every First Sunday. Call Oakland Tenants Union to confirm. Get accessibility information.

Lantern Festival 2026

Join us at the Lantern Festival 2026 in Oakland Chinatown for a magical night of food, performances, maker market and all ages fun!

Free College Course: Clemente

interested in: Building college-level reading, writing and discussion skills? Learning through conversation in a small, supportive classroom? Earning up to 3 transferable college credits? Free childcare, free transportation assistance, and GED not needed. For mo......More

interested in: Building college-level reading, writing and discussion skills? Learning through conversation in a small, supportive classroom? Earning up to 3 transferable college credits? Free childcare, free transportation assistance, and GED not needed. For more information: www.oaklandclemente.org With Oakland Adult & Career Education

Adult Arts & Crafts

Unwind and discover your creative side!  Join us on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month for a relaxed, guided crafting session. All supplies are included, and no experience is needed—just bring your curiosity. Each session varies, you can check the list below to s......More

Unwind and discover your creative side!  Join us on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month for a relaxed, guided crafting session. All supplies are included, and no experience is needed—just bring your curiosity. Each session varies, you can check the list below to see what is going on each session. March 4th: Tangles and Zendoodles March 18th: Rocking Painting April 1st: Stamp Making April 15th: Tatreez with Amanne (Registration Required) May 6th: Fan making May 20th: Making Miniature for Dioramas Please check back prior to the dates listed above, as these activities may change on short notice. Get accessibility information.

Veteran Support: Insight Housing

Insight Housing (formerly Berkeley Food and Housing Project) provides veterans emergency food and shelter, transitional housing, rapid rehousing, permanent supportive housing and employment services with support services to individuals and families experiencing homeles......More

Insight Housing (formerly Berkeley Food and Housing Project) provides veterans emergency food and shelter, transitional housing, rapid rehousing, permanent supportive housing and employment services with support services to individuals and families experiencing homelessness. Hygiene kits, snacks, water, socks Information about local resources Ongoing wellness checks Get accessibility information.

Free College Course: Clemente

interested in: Building college-level reading, writing and discussion skills? Learning through conversation in a small, supportive classroom? Earning up to 3 transferable college credits? Free childcare, free transportation assistance, and GED not needed. For mo......More

interested in: Building college-level reading, writing and discussion skills? Learning through conversation in a small, supportive classroom? Earning up to 3 transferable college credits? Free childcare, free transportation assistance, and GED not needed. For more information: www.oaklandclemente.org With Oakland Adult & Career Education

English Conversation Club

Practice speaking English with other learners and Library staff. New topics every week. All levels are welcome!   Get accessibility information.

Adoption Month at Oakland Animal Services

During the month of March, all adoption fees will be waived for Oakland Public Library card holders! Just show Oakland Animal Services staff your library card and you’ll be one step closer to bringing home your new friend.  Don’t have a library card? Sign up ......More

During the month of March, all adoption fees will be waived for Oakland Public Library card holders! Just show Oakland Animal Services staff your library card and you’ll be one step closer to bringing home your new friend.  Don’t have a library card? Sign up online, come to any Oakland Public Library branch, or stop by Oakland Animal Services on March 7, where we will be tabling and signing people up for cards!

Growing Mushrooms with Pollinate Farm

Join Yolanda Burrell of Pollinate Farm for a hands-on home mushroom growing workshop! Learn the art and science of growing gourmet mushrooms and build your own inoculated kit to take home. This interactive session is perfect......More

Join Yolanda Burrell of Pollinate Farm for a hands-on home mushroom growing workshop! Learn the art and science of growing gourmet mushrooms and build your own inoculated kit to take home. This interactive session is perfect for both beginners and seasoned gardeners eager to explore the world of fungi.  Space is limited to 20 participants. Get accessibility information.

Free Basic Tax Help

Get free basic tax preparation assistance from AARP Tax-Aide volunteers. Appointments are required. Appointments are given same day at 9:45am at the main entrance on 14th Street; please note, the library does not open......More

Get free basic tax preparation assistance from AARP Tax-Aide volunteers. Appointments are required. Appointments are given same day at 9:45am at the main entrance on 14th Street; please note, the library does not open until 10am. Come prepared with the following documents: A copy of your last year's federal and state tax returns Photo ID (for joint returns, both spouses must be present and show ID) All 2025 tax documents, including W-2s, 1099s, and other relevant forms Direct deposit information

Family Paths

Family Paths is a Community Based focus organization, which offers therapy for adults, couples, and children; in addition, we offer services to adults, whichmay not be the biological birth parent, but hold a caregiving role with a child. Family paths has been in the Ci......More

Family Paths is a Community Based focus organization, which offers therapy for adults, couples, and children; in addition, we offer services to adults, whichmay not be the biological birth parent, but hold a caregiving role with a child. Family paths has been in the City of Oakland for 50 years and is offering their services as a referral resource. Learn more and chat with Family Paths in person. About Family Paths: We provide therapy which is typically focused on building healthy ways to manage the stress in a parent life and make good choices even when faced with thechallenges that life brings their way. We help parents find ways to take care of themselves, tap into their support network, and heal from past traumas that might be impacting their relationships with family, friends, or ability to work. Wecan also work with individuals, and couples to develop better communication skills, work on parenting challenges, and improve family relationships. Payment Options: Sliding scale based on family income: Alameda Alliance Medi-Cal/Beacon (call for eligibility); approved Victimsof Crime funding, CalWORKs (with authorization) Additional qualifications may apply. Please call our Parenting Stress Helpline at 800-829-3777for more information. Get accessibility information.

Free Basic Tax Help

Get free basic tax preparation assistance from AARP Tax-Aide volunteers. Appointments are required. Appointments are given same day at 9:45am at the main entrance on 14th Street; please note, the library does not open......More

Get free basic tax preparation assistance from AARP Tax-Aide volunteers. Appointments are required. Appointments are given same day at 9:45am at the main entrance on 14th Street; please note, the library does not open until 10am. Come prepared with the following documents: A copy of your last year's federal and state tax returns Photo ID (for joint returns, both spouses must be present and show ID) All 2025 tax documents, including W-2s, 1099s, and other relevant forms Direct deposit information