Events
Join us the 3rd Friday of each month, for even more crafts at the West Oakland Branch! We'll have a different craft each month, so come check it out!
Crafts are designed for ages 5-15 and their caregivers, but anyone any age is welcome to…
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Join us for a screening of MLK/FBI (2020), directed by Sam Pollard and hosted by Oakland Film Festival.
This documentary examines the FBI’s surveillance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., drawing from newly declassified documents to explore a…
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Join us for storytime with songs, movement and stories at the West Oakland Branch.
All kids (0-6 years old) are welcome with grownup participation.
Stay after for a 30-minute free play time.
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Problems with your landlord? OTU's Community Counselors will be at the West Oakland Library to answer your tenants' rights questions. This event is free and open to all Oakland tenants.
Make an appointment by emailing…
Join us every third Tuesday from 6 to 7 p.m. for mocktails, a custom bookmark, and to discuss selections from the African American Special Collection.
Follow us on Instagram to keep up with our latest book selections and updates. Each…
Calling all teens! Drop by the West Oakland Branch for a relaxed, fun-filled hangout just for you.
Meet new friends, play your favorite board games, and unleash your creativity with cool crafts.
Your Teen Librarian will be available…
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Twice a month, join us for live recipe demos featuring fresh produce from the Mandela Partners Community Produce Stand! The first 10 households will receive the ingredients for free to recreate the delicious recipes at home. Don’t miss out…
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Join us for storytime with songs, movement and stories at the West Oakland Branch.
All kids (0-6 years old) are welcome with grownup participation.
Stay after for a 30-minute free play time.
Join us for storytime with songs, movement and stories at the West Oakland Branch.
All kids (0-6 years old) are welcome with grownup participation.
Stay after for a 30-minute free play time.
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…
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Join us for storytime with songs, movement and stories at the West Oakland Branch.
All kids (0-6 years old) are welcome with grownup participation.
Stay after for a 30-minute free play time.
Come learn about science once a month, on the second Fridays of the month, at the West Oakland Branch! Sessions will have different, fun, and engaging experiments!
Led by educators from West Oakland Environmental Indicators and…
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Join Ms. Chrystal for a vibrant kids' dance class exploring Black American culture's impact on dance, from African roots to modern moves for Black History Month! We'll be celebrating iconic styles like Lindy Hop, Disco, Soul…
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Join us for storytime with songs, movement and stories at the West Oakland Branch.
All kids (0-6 years old) are welcome with grownup participation.
Stay after for a 30-minute free play time.
Join us every third Tuesday from 6 to 7 p.m. for mocktails, a custom bookmark, and to discuss selections from the African American Special Collection.
Follow us on Instagram to keep up with our latest book selections and updates. Each…
Calling all teens! Drop by the West Oakland Branch for a relaxed, fun-filled hangout just for you.
Meet new friends, play your favorite board games, and unleash your creativity with cool crafts.
Your Teen Librarian will be available…
Join us the 3rd Friday of each month, for even more crafts at the West Oakland Branch! We'll have a different craft each month, so come check it out!
Crafts are designed for ages 5-15 and their caregivers, but anyone any age is welcome to…
Join us for storytime with songs, movement and stories at the West Oakland Branch.
All kids (0-6 years old) are welcome with grownup participation.
Stay after for a 30-minute free play time.
Join us for storytime with songs, movement and stories at the West Oakland Branch.
All kids (0-6 years old) are welcome with grownup participation.
Stay after for a 30-minute free play time.
