Events

The African American Quilting Guild of Oakland quilts are back on display at the beautiful Lakeview library. 

Please come and take a look at this years gorgeous exhibit, titled "Black and White plus One", and check out…

The Oakland Zoo started in 1922 with a pair of pet lion cubs in cages on the lawn of a museum filled with taxidermy animals. 100 years later it's become one of the best zoos in the country. Stop by during regular library hours to see…

You don't have to learn English alone! Our English Conversation Clubs are places where you can practice your English with other learners in a supportive environment.

The Lawyers in the Library program is a free information and referral program staffed by volunteer lawyers and hosted by libraries throughout Alameda County. If legal help is required, people are referred to other agencies.

The program is…

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…

Do you rent your home? Do you have questions?

Oakland Tenant's Union volunteers are providing virtual advice hours for Oakland tenants from 3pm-5pm on 2nd and 4th Sundays, in-person meetings occur on the 1st Sunday of the month at the Main…

Los Angeles Magician Zany Zoe will be making her first appearance in Oakland! This magic show includes engaging music, body movements, and plenty of humor. Come and be amazed!

Bring your children to the library for stories, songs, and socializing! Especially good for children ages 1-3 and their parents/caregivers.

A small group gives us room to have active fun -- the first families to arrive will get our limited…

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…

Come and join us for an afternoon of activities! Who knows what we will be doing? It could be making ice cream or tie dying our shoelaces... We’ll do a different activity each week.¡Venga y únase a nosotros para una tarde de actividades!…

Bring your babies to the library for songs, socializing, and playtime! Best for parents and caregivers with babies from birth to 18 months. Every Tuesday at 10:15 am. See you there!

This storytime will take place indoors.

You are invited to a Storytime with rhymes, books, and songs! It will be followed by playtime and toys.  All kids welcome, but program is especially for those 18 months to 4 years old.

*Indoor events still require masks for everyone…

Songs, active rhymes, and stories especially for ages 18 months to 3 years. Every Tuesday at 10:15 am. See you there!

This storytime will take place outdoors weather permitting.

Our family storytimes are great for all ages.  Bring the whole family to enjoy these stories and activities!  

This storytime will take place indoors.  For your safety and the safety of others, masks are…

Los Angeles Magician Zany Zoe will be making her first appearance in Oakland! This magic show includes engaging music, body movements, and plenty of humor. Come and be amazed!

Come and join us for an afternoon of activities! Who knows what we will be doing? It could be making ice cream or tie dying our shoelaces... We’ll do a different activity each week.¡Venga y únase a nosotros para una tarde de actividades!…

Come and join us for an afternoon of activities! Who knows what we will be doing? It could be making ice cream or tie dying our shoelaces... We’ll do a different activity each week.¡Venga y únase a nosotros para una tarde de actividades!…

Calling all animal lovers! It has been a while since we have had animals in the library. We hope you are as excited as we are to bring back some furry and scaly friends.

Do you play Super Smash Bros? Think you have what it takes to win it all?

Well, you're in luck because the library is having a Super Smash Bros Tournament and you're invited!

The top two finalists will receive early prizes and will get…