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Oakland Public Library @oaklibrary.bsky.social · Oct 31
FREE Food in Oakland resource list! 📣
Worried about SNAP or CalFresh benefits being on hold? Looking for a food bank or giveaway in the Oakland area? Here are some resources for you and your family.
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What’s the best part of the latest @mcsweeneys.net? The exquisite drawings and clear prose of the Flower Catalog? Perhaps the delightfully apocalyptic scantron entitled “No One is Available to Help You Right Now,” the Back to School Activity Sheet, or the groovy folder that houses both?
Flower Catalog by Vinll, featuring artistic illustrations of a pink, white, and yellow rose on a pink background. A colorful Sonic the Hedgehog notebook with a holographic cover featuring a vibrant design of the character and stylized patterns. A variety of books and cards laid out on a wooden table, including a visible jigsaw puzzle box featuring dolphins and underwater scenery. A book cover of "Finding Nemo" from Disney Pixar, displayed on a wooden surface. The cover features vibrant underwater artwork with various fish and sea creatures surrounding the large title at the top. The spine and back cover include additional details and images related to the book's content.
January 26, 2026 at 6:40 PM
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America Works provides job readiness and employment support services to veterans, and also offers their Ticket to Work program for community members aged 18-64 who receive Social Security (SSI/SSDI) benefits. Attend this online information session to learn more!

Register ➡️ https://bit.ly/4rgtxpn
Promotional poster for "America Works," a veteran employment services online event on January 28 from 2-3 PM, hosted by Oakland Public Library. Features two individuals conversing with Oakland Public Library and America Works logos at the bottom. Registration required.
January 23, 2026 at 9:50 PM
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Craig A. Johnson is a researcher & teacher at the University of California, Berkeley. His recent book, How to Talk to Your Son About Fascism, offers practical guidance for parents & educators on how to prevent children from becoming involved with radical right-wing ideologies.
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Promotional poster for a book talk event at Oakland Main Library featuring author Craig A. Johnson. The event, titled 'Meet the Author', is scheduled for Thursday, February 12 from 6:00 to 7:30 PM in the Bradley C. Walters Meeting Room. It discusses his book 'How to Talk to Your Son About Fascism'. Includes a photograph of Craig A. Johnson and additional text about his background and the book's themes. Location details and RSVP information are also provided.
January 22, 2026 at 8:58 PM
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Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee comes to celebrate the Oakland Main Library's 75th anniversary with remarks and a city proclamation at 2pm on January 24th! 🥳 🎉 We also just added jazz workshops at 1pm! 🎷 🎶

Updated schedule is available online. Find everything #Main75 here ➡️ https://bit.ly/4pOMxK8
Promotional poster for the Oakland Main Library's 75th anniversary celebration featuring remarks and city proclamation by Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee starting at 2pm. Poster for the 75th anniversary celebration of the Main Library, featuring event details like jazz workshops, remarks by city official Barbara Lee, and a community photo. The event is scheduled from 11 AM to 3 PM at 125 14th Street. The design includes festive, colorful confetti and text.
January 21, 2026 at 10:56 PM
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Join this author talk with Adam Becker, an astrophysicist and author of More Everything Forever: AI Overlords, Space Empires, and Silicon Valley's Crusade to Control the Fate of Humanity.

Register ➡️ https://bit.ly/3L0FmR6
Promotional poster for a free library event featuring author Adam Becker discussing his book 'More Everything Forever: The Future of Humanity.' The event is scheduled for February 4 from 6-7:30 PM at the Main Library, Bradley C. Walters Meeting Room. Includes information on the talk's focus on tech billionaires in Silicon Valley and the future of machines, society, and money. Contact details and library's address are provided.
January 21, 2026 at 5:53 PM
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Come early to the Rockridge Branch Meet the Author series for free coffee donated by the local Peet’s Coffee!
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January 21, 2026 at 5:25 PM
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We hope everyone enjoyed the Key System historic photos. Highlighting our history could not be done without the resources of our archive, Western Railway Museum, and @oaklibrary.bsky.social.
December 18, 2025 at 10:29 PM
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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! 📚 ✨
December 28, 2025 at 9:54 PM
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Ooh, this'll be a good one!
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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!

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Promotional poster for a free author event titled 'Meet the Author' featuring Darwin BondGraham and Bradley W. Hart at the Oakland Main Library on January 21, from 6-7:30 PM. The poster includes an image of Darwin BondGraham and details of their discussion on the book 'The Riders Come Out at Night,' including topics like police brutality and corruption.
January 9, 2026 at 7:14 AM
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Come to @oaklibrary.bsky.social and be a part of preserving local history!
January 15, 2026 at 12:33 AM
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In preparation for the relaunch of Henry J Kaiser Center (formerly known as Oakland Auditorium), I went digging through archives at @oaklibrary.bsky.social - here are a few flyers from the past century of events!
January 18, 2026 at 6:59 PM
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Tomorrow night at the Oakland Public Library. 📚🤓🕵️🗒️

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January 20, 2026 at 6:32 PM
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Calling all teen poets who have pride in their city. Applications are due Feb. 1.
Who will be Oakland's next youth poet laureate?
Calling all teen poets who have pride in their city. Applications are due Feb. 1.
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January 19, 2026 at 8:04 PM
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Get live access to information and resources from licensed professionals in the trades! Learn how to identify and solve common issues that arise in the home, including best practices for DIY response and when to call a professional.

Register ➡️ https://bit.ly/4r3qDnJ
Promotional graphic titled 'Ask a Contractor' from Oakland Public Libraryy, featuring an illustration of three professionals on ladders and scaffolding, working with tools. Includes details about a live event on January 31, at Tool Lending Library, 5205 Telegraph Ave., from 2 PM - 5 PM, offering resources and advice from trade professionals including an electrician, a plumber, and a carpenter.
January 20, 2026 at 10:49 PM
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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. 💖📚
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January 17, 2026 at 7:48 PM
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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
Promotional poster for a "Meet the Authors" series at the Oakland Public Library, Rockridge Branch, featuring events with authors Khoufar Khonsari on January 21, Shonda on February 18, and Erica Pool on May 20. Includes photos and book cover images of the authors' works, along with dates, times, and contact information for the library.
January 15, 2026 at 10:12 PM
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The Temescal Branch and the Tool Lending Library will be closed Friday, January 16, 2026 due to a gas line replacement.
January 15, 2026 at 9:11 PM
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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
Flyer for Oakland Public Library events titled 'Mending & UV Resin Art with Bea Byrne.' Lists dates, times, and branches for sessions on clothes hemming, mending, and UV resin workshops. Includes images of sewing tools, thread, and resin crafts. Instructions to sign up due to limited space provided at bottom.
January 15, 2026 at 8:39 PM
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Are you coming to our birthday party? 🥺
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January 14, 2026 at 7:51 PM
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Unfortunately, the Mobile Medical Clinic by Alameda Health Systems will not be coming to the Main Library today. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience.
January 14, 2026 at 7:49 PM
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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! 🐓 🐓
A chicken standing in front of a bookshelf filled with various books, including "Star Wars" themed titles, in a bookstore. A chicken stands in front of a bookshelf filled with various children's books in a library.
January 14, 2026 at 5:53 PM
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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
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Promotional poster for the 75th anniversary celebration at the Main Library in Oakland. The event is scheduled for January 24, from 11 AM to 3 PM, featuring a cake, an anniversary exhibit, and a community photo opportunity. It emphasizes that the event is free, suitable for all ages, and celebrates the community's support over 75 years. Group of people celebrating inside the Oakland Public Library, standing under a blue and white balloon arch. Exterior view of Oakland Public Library with colorful banners on either side of the entrance and stairs leading up to the building.
January 14, 2026 at 1:54 AM
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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. 🌳
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Promotional poster for the Oakland Wiki Edit-a-thon event at the Main Library on Saturday, January 31, from 1-4 PM. The flyer includes details on what will be covered, such as the basics of wiki editing and discovering local Oakland articles. The event is located at 125 14th Street and contact details are provided for the Main Library.
January 13, 2026 at 8:32 PM
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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.
January 12, 2026 at 11:45 PM
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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.
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Promotional banner for Martin Luther King Jr. Film Festival, featuring an archival photo of Martin Luther King Jr. marching with a group of civil rights activists. The film festival dates, January 17 and 19, are prominently displayed, with additional details about movie screenings in honor of MLK Jr. Day at the AAMLO & West Oakland Branch.
January 11, 2026 at 8:07 PM