Events

Volunteer computer tutors are often available to help you with basic tasks in the library computer lab! 

They can help you set up an email account, create a resume, look for job listings, search the internet and more.

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Join us in spreading joy to children who need it most. Donate new or gently used toys and make a difference in a child’s life. For hygiene and safety reasons, please refrain from donating stuffed animals or fabric toys.

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Join us at the Lakeview Branch to catch a glimpse of the Underpainting Collective art exhibit.

Their work will be up from Nov. 14th to January 9th. More about Underpainting Collective:

Underpainting Collective: School…

Alameda Health System mobile services comes to Oakland Main Library the second and fourth Wednesday of the month. Free primary and urgent care, vaccinations, and financial counseling. 

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A representative from Spectrum Community Services will offer Office Hours to help applicants complete the 2024 LIHEAP and/or LIHWAP application form

The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps qualified households with a…

Join us for monthly 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…

Drop in after school for board games and LEGO, and sometimes a craft activity.

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The Winter Solstice is the perfect time of year to celebrate light. Join us in making a paper lantern to share a little light with others.

Join us for a chill afternoon with simple crafts for kids. You can work on your craft at the library or take a bag home to make later. Most crafts involve coloring, simple cutting, and gluing.

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Let your imagination go wild and create your masterpiece at the Main Library Children's Room when you join in the craft project of the month. Children and parents welcome.

‘Tis the season to get creative!

Join us at the Lakeview branch to work on your very own masterpiece! Come in and paint with us Wednesday Dec. 3rd, 10th and 17th from 2-3pm.Your work will be exhibited as part of the Lakeview…

Holiday leftovers are delicious, but can quickly become boring. 

Join Chef Terry as she teaches you new recipes and inspires you to turn your leftovers into flavorful new dishes.

Chef Terry Betts

The Winter Solstice is the perfect time of year to celebrate light. Join us in making a paper lantern to share a little light with others.

Join us every Wednesday afternoon for a relaxing and fun-filled activity! After our exciting MOCHA program on the first Wednesday of the month, kids can look forward to a new craft every week with Crafternoon for Kids! Each week, children…

Come and get creative with us here at Lakeview! We will be doing a different craft every week. Crafts are geared towards ages 6-11 but younger kids are welcome with an adult present. 

The program is every Wednesday from 2pm- 3pm. All…

Welcome to Tween Hangout! Come by the library to enjoy some snacks, play games, and do crafts. For kids in 5th to 8th grade.

¡Bienvenido al Pasa Tiempo de Adolescentes! Pase por la biblioteca para comer aperitivos, jugar ajedrez, y hacer…

Come hang out with us every Wednesday afternoon!

*Play Video Games

*Watch Movies

*Make Arts & Crafts

*Hang Out With Friends

For youth 10-18 years old.

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*Juga Video Juegos

*Ve Peliculas

*Haz Manualidades

*Pasa…

Make your crafty dreams come true at our weekly Teen Crafternoons!

Drop by the Main Library TeenZone every Wednesday between 3:00-5:00pm to bead, sew, paint, glue, crochet, collage, and more with our collection of craft materials. 

Teens! 

Every Wednesday afternoon after school, come to the Eastmont Branch Teen Zone. 

Play video games projected up on our giant wall screen, meet and hang-out with friends, and while you're at it, grab a snack!

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Practice Reading Aloud with Our Special Friend, Finn!

Our furry friend is a gentle, trained therapy dog who patiently listens to kids as they read out loud. This program is great for reluctant readers and is a wonderful way for reading-age…