Events
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What do you remember about the Eastmont Mall? You're invited to contribute your photos, clippings, or written memories of your visits over the years, to an ongoing and evolving display, a community bulletin board at the Eastmont…
Visions Toward Tomorrow Exhibition
In ProgressAll day,Explore Visions Toward Tomorrow: The African American Community in Oakland, 1890-1990, a long-term exhibition that examines one century of African Americans building families, neighborhoods, and businesses as they fought for social justice…
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Celebrate 50 years of transformative educational equity in the Bay Area. Back to the Future: Where We Are, Where We’re Going, Where It All Began Exhibition runs July 31 -November 30, 2023.
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The women of the Black Panther Party fought alongside of the brothers against racism and police abuse, went to jail, started social programs, and raised children. Come see photographs of these revolutionary women, and learn more about their…
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Superintendent Dr. Marcus Foster led Oakland public schools through the chaotic early 1970s. This exhibit commemorates 50th anniversary of his death and the 100th anniversary of his birth. Learn about how Dr. Foster came to Oakland, his…
IGM presents: Giant Board Games
In ProgressAll day,International Games Month (IGM) is an annual celebration of games, play, libraries, and learning. You can visit us all month and play giant-sized games such as Connect 4, Jenga, Chess, Checkers Dominos. When the weather cooperates, the…
Join us for stories, songs, snacks, and play time! Best for parents and caregivers with toddlers aged 18 months to 5 years old. Every Wednesday at 10:00. See you there!
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Storytime at Dimond Park! Songs, active rhymes and stories especially for ages 18 months to 3 years. Every Wednesday at 10:15 am.
Bring your babies to the library for songs, socializing, and playtime! Best for parents and caregivers with babies from birth to 18 months. Every Wednesday at 10:30 am. See you there!
This storytime will take place indoors, in the…
Join us at 11 am for storytime with songs, movement and stories.
We will also host a 30 minute free play time before at 10:30 am, and after storytime at 11:30am.
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Please join us for Play Café. For infants and up, but all kids are welcome.We will begin with Storytime, followed by snacks and free play.¡Por favor acompáñenos en nuestra hora de cuentos y tiempo de jugar! Para bebés, pero todas las edades…
FREE weekly Art Workshops for children and families led by teachers from the Museum of Children's Art (MOCHA).
For ages 5-15 and caregivers.
MOCHA workshops focus on building creativity, social-emotional and academic skills through art.
…FREE weekly Art Workshops for children and families led by teachers from the Museum of Children's Art (MOCHA).
For ages 5-15 and caregivers.
MOCHA workshops focus on building creativity, social-emotional and academic skills through art.
…Join us for free play LEGO, board games, and sometimes a craft.
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Volunteer computer tutors are available to help you with basic tasks during your daily hour in the library computer lab. They can help you set up an e-mail account, make a resume, search job listings, internet…
Want to enhance your English speaking skills? Come to our English Conversation Club, where you'll practice speaking with fellow beginners in a supportive environment.
Enjoy complimentary tea and snacks while you build confidence in your…
FREE weekly Art Workshops for children and families led by teachers from the Museum of Children's Art (MOCHA).
For ages 5-15 and caregivers.
MOCHA workshops focus on building creativity, social-emotional and academic skills through art.
…Join us every Wednesday afternoon for arts and crafts at the library! Every week will feature a different activity.Adult supervision required for children under 8.
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Drop in for fun projects every Wednesday after school! Activities vary each week and may include painting, slime, blocks, beads, Legos, robots, and more! For kids aged 4-12. Adult supervision required for children under 8.
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Fun art activities geared toward school age kids and older.
Kids preschool age and younger must be supervised by an adult or a responsible sibling.
No registration required! Activities vary from week to week.
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