Events

We are excited to welcome a ventriloquist for this year’s Summer Reading Program.

Experience ventriloquism with a cast of puppets for an engaging, laugh-out-loud show.

If you are a teen looking for a place to chill, Lakeview library is the place to go!

We have gaming and art every week! If you aren't into either, you can always work on homework or just hangout with your friends. We have music…

Start your weekend off right! Join us in the Main TeenZone, after school, every Friday to play video games like Super Smash Bros. and Mario Kart! 

All teens are welcome! 

Drop in; no sign-up needed.

Alan Leon is an Oakland artist and muralist who has lived in the bay area for 35 years. He shares his love of observing, painting and drawing the landscape in these two sessions. Come ready to draw and expand your creativity! 

Does your bike have a flat tire?  Does something feel wrong with your bike?  Bring your bike in and we'll help fix it.  We do minor bike repairs and provide tools and some supplies.  All are welcome and…

Learn how to make your own food in this hands-on workshop! 

Chef Terry will share delicious healthy recipes and techniques with you and you'll get to try a sample of what you helped make.

Do not miss out on this…

Join us for Digital Weekend at the 81st Ave Branch. 

 Every Saturday there will be open hours in our computer lab to play on the same server of games. Each participant will get an extra 2 hours of computer time.

Snacks will also…

Teens! 

Come join us at Asian Branch Library every Friday afternoon from 3:30-5PM to play Nintendo Switch games! No registration is required, just show up and have fun!

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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 prizes and will…

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 prizes and will…

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 surfing and more.

Volunteer…

Family Story Time at Rockridge Branch Library, every Thursday at 10:30am

Games and toys for families, and sometimes a storytime or a show. 

與家人一同互動, 提供遊戲和玩具。間中會有故事時間或表演。

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Bring your family to the library for books, songs, and movement. Stay for playtime after. All ages welcome! 

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Give old books a beautiful new purpose! Join us for a fun, hands on craft workshop where you'll transform recycled book pages into a charming decorative paper vase. Using simple materials and techniques, you'll create a unique…

Mr. Elephant is an Oakland-based speech therapist who makes music for little language learners (and big ones too!) alongside his hilarious gang of puppets!

Award-winning music for little language learners (and big ones, too!) alongside a…

Do you need help setting up your cell phone? Or have a question about your laptop?

Free Tech Assistance is available. 

Sign up for a 30 minute session of One-on-One computer, tablet, phone or other devise assistance from a volunteer.

Join us for an afternoon of leather craft making and journaling. You will be introduced to the basics of leather crafting by creating your own journal cover. Afterwards, you will learn the benefits of journaling and the many styles to find…

Have you ever wanted to learn how to play chess? Or are you a pro and want to play with other folks in the neighborhood? Join us at the Lakeview branch every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month from noon to 2pm. The Lakeview Chess Club is all…

Join us for tabletop and/or video games on Saturdays from 12:00-4:00. Meet and compete with other teens.

Snacks!

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