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31 days of poetry. It’s not easy, but it’s definitely worth it. ⭐️ Every book on this list is about 100 pages or less to help you finish #TheSealeyChallenge. Place a hold on these books now so you're ready for August!📚➡ oaklandlibrary.bibliocommons.com/v2/list/disp...

No admission fee. Just good art in public spaces.

6/14 - 8/8 - African American Quilt Guild of Oakland Exhibit at the Lakeview Branch
6/20 - 9/20 - The Art of Donald O. Greene at Main Library

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Summer at the Library: Week Eight This week's theme, borrowed from the City of Oakland Department of Parks, Recreation, and Youth Development: Town Carnival. As we…

This week at the library!
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Author Talk with YA Author LIO MIN at Asian Branch Come to the Asian Branch to meet Lio Min, Oakland author of YA novel, Beating Heart Baby, on Saturday, August 2nd at 3:30pm! Lio will be talking about their upcoming new YA book, The L.O.V.E Club, in ...

Come to the Asian Branch to meet Lio Min, Oakland author of YA novel, Beating Heart Baby, on Saturday, August 2nd at 3:30pm!

Lio will be talking about their upcoming new YA book, The L.O.V.E Club, in conversation with Jenny Odell.

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Jazz on Sundays at Golden Gate Branch is back! 🎷🎶

A youth ensemble performs from 2:30 - 3:30 PM followed by the main from 4:00 - 5:00 PM.

This Sunday, July 27, Brian Ho will be taking the stage. Find out who else is performing here ➡️ oaklandlibrary.bibliocommons.com/v2/events?q=...

Once again I was unable to resist the $1 book bin at the friends of the @oaklibrary bookmark bookstore 😂 Sophie’s world a book I once had and lost but have reclaimed

A great selection of bike books (among many other things) is awaiting you at the @oaklibrary Golden Gate Branch.

3 summer parties?! 🎉🎉🎉😮 All on the same day too. 😬 Sorry to make you choose! 😅

Eat free food, play games, win raffles, and more! National Night Out is about building community, connecting people to resources, and getting to know your neighbors. ❤️

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Gardening workshops at the Oakland public library went details at oaklandlibrary.org/seed-lending

Try out new recipes to use up your seasonal produce, bring home sprouts to add to your garden, or learn how to DIY kokedama. 🌿 Attend on of our FREE garden programs this August. ☀️🍉
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We'll be tabling at "Halloween in July", an event by @oaklandballers.bsky.social! 🎃 Get 25% of your tickets with code: HALLOWEEN25 🎟️
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Learn about the diverse world of insects and arthropods! Experts from SaveNature.org teach children about the role insects and arthropods play in our lives at these free library programs. 🐛 #OPLSummer
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Summer at the Library: Week Seven This week's theme, borrowed from the City of Oakland Department of Parks, Recreation, and Youth Development: Wildcard Week. What…

Summer Reading: Week 7
Magical surprises await! 📚✨
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What book have you read recently that gave you hope?

You're invited! 🥳 Our annual end of summer party is coming up on August 2nd. 🎉 Enjoy free BBQ, meet Oakland's firefighters, witness an awesome aerial performance, play games, dance your socks off at Zumba, and more!
Save the date 🗓️Bring a friend 👯‍♀️
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Worried about AI? Stay informed.

Experts come to the library to discuss how this technology is developing, where it's heading, and how it's affecting communities.

Coming up on July 26, July 30, and August 7 at various locations.

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Storytime with BayFC Join us for a fun-filled read-along as Bay FC players share stories that combine the excitement of soccer with the magic of books. …plus the chance to win an exclusive prize pack! Thanks to Ross, part...

Join us for a fun-filled read-along as @bayfc.com players share stories that combine the excitement of soccer with the magic of books! ⚽📚🤩 Attendees have the chance to win 4 tickets with complimentary food and transportation to the 9/6 Bay FC game! 🎟
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Summer Reading is almost over! Track your reading and library activities to win big prizes like $100 grocery gift card, a new Chromebook, or Golden State Warriors tickets! 🏆

Log your summer reading progress here ➡️ oakland.beanstack.org/reader365

The Oakland Library Wants YOU! ... to Make Weird History Dioramas It's easy! Choose an East Bay tale from an old newspaper. Turn that into a tiny model. Win respect — and maybe prizes too!

Apparently, there are enough people who get overcome with a history-fueled desire to create dioramas that the Oakland Library is building an entire exhibition around it — and requesting that participants get as weird as possible. Here are the details:

So cool! 🤩

no no it's for all ages!

We love books! We detoured to check out the Main Branch’s LGBTQ+ collection and renew our library cards. A crowd of helmet-clad people see what the Library has to offer at their outdoor booth.

Big smiles from 4 riders decked out in rainbows at the end of the ride. More people hanging out in the back on a beautiful sunny day.

Somebody biking in style on a Baywheels ebike, with pride flags adorning the basket.

A rider in a dress and helmet leans against the library in a shady spot to read a few pages, near some parked bikes.

Pride Ride was so much fun! 🏳️‍🌈🚲 Over 50 folks joined us at the Oakland LGBTQ Center, then rode together around Lake Merritt and past the @oaklibrary.bsky.social where we borrowed a few books. We ended it with a sunshine-y picnic.

Thanks @baywheels.bsky.social for making sure everybody had a bike!

Hi there! We're sorry for the long wait time. Here's some possible solutions:

1) Place a hold on a different edition of Parable of the Sower. There are 7 copies of the 2019 edition and 3 copies of the 1993 edition.
2) Place a hold on the e-book (17 copies)
3) Listen to the audiobook on-demand

Pop and Go Puppets a witty and humours puppet show perfect for children and their families July 15 1:30–2:15pm César E. Chávez Branch July 22 1–1:45pm Elmhurst Branch July 22 6:30–7:15pm Rockridge Branch July 23 10:30–11:15am Dimond Branch July 23 1:30–2:15pm 81st Avenue Branch

Get ready for laughter and puppetry magic with Jason Adair and his Pop and Go Puppets! Perfect for kids and their families, this engaging show combines wit, humor, and the timeless charm of puppetry to create an unforgettable experience. 🤩
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Paint your own.... Anything! Friday, July 25, 2025 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM Tool Lending Library

Join us for an afternoon of up-cycling and re-decorating old knick knacks, trinkets, and trifles! ✨
Bring one of your small household objects (no larger than a dresser drawer) and use our art supplies to turn it from plain to painted! 🎨🖌 (Adults only)
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A Swiftie Dance Party Saturday, July 26, 2025 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM Piedmont Avenue Branch

Dance, sing, & vibe with other Swifties! ✨ The Piedmont Avenue Branch is hosting a dance party for Swifties of all-ages. 🎉
🎶 Dress up as your favorite Taylor Swift era
🎤 Belt out your favorite hits
💃 Dance your socks off
👯 Celebrate with fellow fans
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Catch the bits of summer magic before it pulls a disappearing act! 🪄🎩🐇🕳

Magician, Mike Della Penna, brings family-friendly magic shows to library branches near you! #OPLSummer

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virtual flyer for afro-peruvian dance workshops at the Oakland Public Library

Cunamacué is an Oakland arts organization dedicated to promoting Afro-Peruvian culture through its music and dance. This intergenerational class is an exciting introduction to Afro-Peruvian culture through dance. 💃🎶 #OPLSummer

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