Events

What do you remember about the Eastmont Mall? With the interior spaces designed by architect William Pereira, it was only the second mall in Oakland.  It opened in stages in 1966-71, and the grand opening was in 1970. You're…

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…

This exhibit gives an overview of Black newspapers and Black journalists in and around Oakland, from the 1860s to modern day. See photographs, artifacts, and original newspapers that illustrate this long history.Jointly…

Painting the Streets: Oakland Uprising in the Time of Rebellion features a selection of Oakland murals that emerged in tandem with the inter/national protests against the police brutality/murder of Black people and systemic-institutional…

Has your heart ever been broken? Sadly, so have ours.

Once a year, in February, we collect the objects of your broken hearts and put them on display at the Main Library. What an opportunity for you to purge yourself of these painful…

Whether you’re starting a new business, expanding an existing business, or facing challenges with your current business model, City staff are here to help.

Services are provided by appointment only. Get more information, including how…

The Clemente College Experience at OACE provides an opportunity to participate in a nine-month seminar focused on Critical Thinking and Writing, US History, Literature, Philosophy, and Art History.

The award-winning Clemente Course is a…

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…

Join us the third Tuesday of the month for a book discussion. We alternate between fiction and nonfiction, classics and new publications, and we choose the titles we'll read together as a group yearly.  Please contact Kate Hug,…

Join us twice monthly: every First Tuesday at 4 pm and Third Tuesday at 6:30 pm.

You can learn new origami folds or share & practice ones you already know.

Our pajama family storytimes are great for the whole family.

Stories, songs, and rhymes for all ages. Have children of different ages? Bring them all! These stories and activities are for everyone.

*Space is limited.

Get free tax preparation assistance from AARP volunteers. This location will serve the public on a first- come, first-served basis. No appointment will be made. Appointments for the day will be given out at 9:30 outside 14th Street…

Songs, active rhymes and stories especially for ages 18 months to 3 years. Every Wednesday at 10:15 am and 11:00 am. See you there!

This storytime will take place inside. A limited number of spots are available in our parking lot, including…

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…

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 acompañenos en nuestra hora de cuentos y tiempo de jugar! Para bebés, pero todas las…

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.

Masks recommended.

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Songs, active rhymes and stories especially for ages 18 months to 3 years. Every Wednesday at 10:15 am and 11:00 am. See you there!

This storytime will take place inside. A limited number of spots are available in our parking lot, including…

Stop by the King branch every Wednesday from 1:30-3:30 pm for all ages inclusive craft programs! Fun activities include painting, jewelry making, and perler beads. All ages are welcome, no registration required! Activities vary from week to…

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…

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.