Haven’t been back to the Main Library since we re-opened after renovations? Now is the perfect time! On January 24th, we’re celebrating the Oakland Main Library’s 75th birthday! You can also watch a full tour of the Main Library on our YouTube. 💖📚 youtu.be/HExkBkPvVN4

New author talks! 📚 🤩 The Rockridge Branch has been cultivating an exciting literary series for over a year and it's only getting stronger with these latest additions! Save these to your calendar. 🗓️ Register ➡️ https://bit.ly/49E3Qb6

The Temescal Branch and the Tool Lending Library will be closed Friday, January 16, 2026 due to a gas line replacement.

Exciting new workshops for adults! Learn how to take care of your clothes at our hemming and mending workshop or try out UV resin art for the first time! Register ➡️ https://bit.ly/49WcD9r

Are you coming to our birthday party? 🥺

Unfortunately, the Mobile Medical Clinic by Alameda Health Systems will not be coming to the Main Library today. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience.

when pigs fly ❌ when chickens read ✅ Daisy and Minnie want to know what all the hype is about when it comes to books. Why would a chicken want to read? Help us tell Daisy and Minnie just how magical reading really is. 📖 ✨ Share in the comments 💬 👇Daisy and Minnie are eager to hear from you all! 🐓 🐓

You're invited to our birthday party! 🥳 🎉 The Main Library is turning 75! Celebrate with us on January 24th by dressing in 1950s period attire, taking photos, sharing library memories, playing trivia, and singing Happy Birthday just before we cut the cake! 🎂 😋 #Main75 https://bit.ly/458LWM4

What’s an edit-a-thon? It’s when people come together to improve a wiki by adding new information, fixing errors, and sharing knowledge.  💻 🌐 Local historian Gene Anderson and librarian Camille C. Peters will guide you through this Edit-a-thon of the Oakland Wiki page. 🌳 https://bit.ly/4qM4F8w

All Oakland Public Library locations will be closed on January 19, 2026 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Visit oaklandlibrary.org for more information on holiday closures and to access online resources anytime.

We're commemorating the life and service of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a film festival! The African American Museum and Library at Oakland and the West Oakland Branch will hold space for the public to learn about the life and service of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. https://bit.ly/49uCAf5

In her piece, "The Breath Between Our Generations," Stephanie Joong shares a deeply personal journey of letting go and inherited shames and rediscovering worthiness. Join us for this author talk on January 28th at 5pm at the Asian Branch. 📚 https://bit.ly/4sxTEJw

Come talk books with us! 🤓📖 Join Dimond Book Club on January 21st for a special short story read aloud! Find more book clubs, what we're reading this month, and other details here ➡️oaklandlibrary.org/bookclub

Reminder: Winter Bingo ends January 20th so make sure you get those bingo cards filled out and your books read! 📚 You never know what you might win. 👀 🏆

Darwin BondGraham is the News Editor at The Oaklandside and co-author of The Riders Come Out at Night, a book which examines the Oakland Police Department's history of corruption and reform. Don't miss this talk about the state of journalism! Register ➡️ https://bit.ly/3N6DLtv

Enjoy a full body meditative experience immersed in sound and healing vibrations! This 60-minute sound bath led by Jordan Boyd (he/him) will explore sounds such as crystal singing bowls, chimes, percussion, and nature field recordings, to support relaxation and peace. https://bit.ly/49oqEeJ

2026 is here! 🌟 Welcome to an exciting new year at your library! This a joyous January to try something new! 🤩 Reminder: Winter Bingo ends January 20th! Find out how to attend these free programs and hundreds more ➡️ oaklandlibrary.org/events

Thank you for celebrating 50 years of Asian Branch with us! The disco party was so much fun! With Chinatown Records spinning records and a colorful light show on display, friends and family lit up the dance floor, bringing musical memories to life. 🎶 🕺 🪩

Earlier this month, we celebrated a year of diligent work and good memories with our amazing staff. OPL thanks our staff for making 2025 so bright. ⭐ Please share any kind words or good memories you have with OPL staff in the comments below. It means more than you know! 💖

Scholars and local authors come to the Main Library in 2026 to discuss their fascinating specialties' and compelling books'. Check out the January - March 2026 Meet the Author schedule for Main Library and save you seat now! 🗓️ ➡️ https://bit.ly/49jPcWm Stay tuned! More author talks coming! 📚 ✨

Do you like working with your hands? Are you interested in changing careers? Discover hands-on, high-paying career pathways at the Oakland Public Library's first-ever Trades Career Fair. ➡️ https://bit.ly/3L1eMai

Happy holidays from your favorite library! ❄️ 📚

All Oakland Public Library locations will be closed December 31st and January 1st for ​New Year's. 🪩 🎉 Visit oaklandlibrary.org for more information on holiday closures and to access online resources anytime.

What’s Oakland reading? 📚🌳 Find out! The Town’s Top Ten borrowed books of 2025 (by age group) is up on our website. 🌐 Adults ➡️ https://bit.ly/4q8XI0Q Teens ➡️ https://bit.ly/4aktnIh Kids ➡️ https://bit.ly/45hyhSN

What's a librarian's favorite book? 📚 🤔 Find out! 🔍 👉 https://bit.ly/4qlAJA5

All Oakland Public Library locations will be close early at 5:30pm on December 24 and all day December 25th for ​Christmas Day. 🎄🎁 Visit oaklandlibrary.org for more information on holiday closures and to access online resources anytime.

Shout out to @oaklibrary.bsky.social! *Made a wreath out of pine, eucalyptus and bay laurel at the West Oakland branch *Took a Stop the Bleed class taught by Highland Hospital trauma team at the Golden Gate Branch Both events were free and open to the public. Check out your local public library!

Mini Otto takes a trip to his favorite place: The Library! But wait! What's THAT book? 😍 The Abominable Snow Dancer came out just last month, and is available wherever books are sold (as well as your library!). @penguinschoollib.bsky.social @oaklibrary.bsky.social #booksky #librarysky #kidlitart

Just finished reading "A Song of Legends Lost" by @mhayinde.bsky.social I'm as sad that it's over as I am grateful to have enjoyed it so much! If you like SFF, don't skip this one! And a big shout-out to my local Oakland public library for carrying it @oaklibrary.bsky.social

Many of us are feeling out of sorts these days and are in need of some comfort. Here are a few books that feel like the kindness of a hug on a really rough day. 🫂❤️‍🩹 Start reading 📚 ➡️ https://bit.ly/4agc5Mn

We're hiring! 📢 Are you passionate about building meaningful community? Are you creative, committed, and collaborative? This role may be for you! Apply to be a full-time Librarian II (Youth Services) by 12/16/2025. Description and qualifications here ➡ https://bit.ly/4pzEim8

❄️📚 Winter Bingo is almost here! ❄️📚 From Dec 20, 2025 – Jan 20, 2026, kids ages 0–14 participate in this fun, family literacy challenge. Complete any 5 in a row on your Winter Bingo card and win a FREE book! 🎁 Ready to read? 📚 🤩 https://bit.ly/4q2d2fQ

Hemorrhage is the leading cause of preventable death in the United States. TODAY, Highland Hospital Trauma Services and Alameda Health System are offering a free course to teach you how to act quickly to make a difference when a bleeding emergency occurs. Register ➡️ https://bit.ly/4rV3mFO

❤️‍🩹🩺 TODAY! Free primary and urgent care, vaccinations, and financial counseling from Alameda Health System's mobile medical clinic. No health insurance or ID required. ⏰10am - 3:30pm 🗓Every 2nd Wednesday 📍Oakland Main Library 125 14th St.

Join us for a special artist talk with Underpainting Collective Tuesday, Dec. 9th at the Lakeview Branch. Learn about the artists' processes and the collective they are members of. Don't miss their inspiring group show from Nov. 14th to January 9th. 🧑‍🎨 🖼️ https://bit.ly/4an3eIX

NEW arrivals 🗞🤩 at the Magazines & Newspapers Room! The always beautiful @orionmagazine.bsky.social is all about hip-hop and is guest edited by Nif Muhammad, Chess Life has a profile on the second Black American grandmaster, Sojourners does a deep dive into a Southern Queer church, and lots more!

Bored of the same holiday leftovers? 😴 Learn how to turn your leftovers into exciting new recipes in this free cooking demo with Chef Terry! 🥘 ✨ 🗓️ December 10, 2025 ⏰ 2 – 3 PM 📍 Elmhurst Branch https://bit.ly/4iGxa4J

Yes! All this is FREE! Come by the Main Library on December 19th from 12-4pm for the Winter Clothing Giveaway. Find free: 💇‍♂️haircuts 🥫 pantry goods 🧸 kids' toys 🧣 warm clothes and blankets 👞 shoes and accessories You'll want to bring your own reusable bag to take home your goodies in!

Learn the basics of cold and flu prevention and how to care for oneself when sick with medicinal teas and homemade herbal recipes. Make an herbal tea to take home too! Registration required. Please call 510-482-7844 to register.

Come decorate gingerbread houses with us! 🍪 🏠 Kids, teens, and their families are all welcome! (Supplies provided.) ❄️ December 3rd at MLK Jr. Branch ❄️ December 20th at César E. Chávez Branch BONUS: ❄️ Gingerbread plushie making program at MLK Jr. Branch on December 17th https://bit.ly/4rzNPel

Get ahead on your holiday shopping and support your favorite library at the same time! ❤️ 📚 😊 Shopping at The Bookmark funds exciting programs and important services at the Oakland Public Library. #GivingTuesday If you'd like to donate directly, visit fopl.org.

From tenants' rights to utility assistance, your library can help you find answers and resources through our housing and social services programs. 🏠❤ (Please note: some programs are intended to support veterans or unhoused individuals.) Learn more ➡ oaklandlibrary.bibliocommons.com/v2/events?ty...

Your Oakland Public Library card gets you free access to several museums and cultural centers!

Welcome to a decidedly delightful December at the Oakland Public Library! From making medicinal tea to reinventing holiday leftovers to finding free clothing at our winter giveaway, there's something for everyone this winter at the library. ❄️⛄ oaklandlibrary.org/blogs/post/d...

Celebrate 50 years of the Asian Branch! Jam to tunes provided by Chinatown Records, celebrate culture, and eat cupcakes!🧁 This program and celebration is possible thanks to a grant from the Friends of the Oakland Public Library. ❤ oaklandlibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/68ead...

Learn how to improve your mobility from a certified yoga instructor in this FREE class! Come practice improving your strength, flexibility, and balance. 😌 oaklandlibrary.bibliocommons.com/v2/events?q=...

Just in time for the busy Thanksgiving travel rush, Oakland Public Library is teaming up with the Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport to bring free reading resources to travelers—no library card required. Read the press release: oaklandlibrary.org/news/oakland...

All Oakland Public Library locations will be closed November 27-28, 2025 for ​Thanksgiving. Visit oaklandlibrary.org for more information on holiday closures and to access online resources anytime.

Simmer, sip, and soothe. 🍲 It's soup season! Pre-heat your dutch oven and butter some crusty bread because these warming soup and stew recipes are likely to find their way into your bowl this fall. ♨️🍜 oaklandlibrary.bibliocommons.com/v2/list/disp...

Get a free hot meal this holiday season! The @cityofoakland.bsky.social is a partner for the 34th annual Community Day of Thanks, a free meal distribution on November 25th at the Marriott City Center and various other locations.