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Send these virtual valentines to your favorite bookworm! 💌 💕 Or pick them up when you visit our libraries!
A virtual Valentine's Day card by the Oakland Public Library with the text "You are the plot twist I never saw coming" framed in pink with an illustration of a stack of books and roses. A virtual Valentine's Day card by the Oakland Public Library with the text "Do you want to go to the library together?" framed in white and pink with lollipops and an illustration of a girl reading a book. A virtual Valentine's Day card by the Oakland Public Library with the text "If you were words on a page, you'd be the fine print" and an illustration of a cute animated book winking, framed in pink with a chocolate heart on the side. A virtual Valentine's Day card by the Oakland Public Library with the text "I'd build your bookshelves" framed in pink and white with illustrations of a couple hugging in front of a bookshelf.
February 9, 2026 at 9:13 PM
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On this historic 100th anniversary of Black History Month, the Oakland Public Library's Black Culture Fest Committee shares 28 days of Black Librarians! This blog celebrates the brilliance & leadership of the Black Librarians who have shaped our communities.

Read the blog ➡️ https://bit.ly/4aiCozH
A poster titled "28 Days of Black Librarians" with colorful decorative elements and the text "Celebrating Black History Month" in the top right corner. Three stacked books are illustrated at the bottom left. This image is a tribute to Augusta Baker, featuring her portrait. The background is green with white stars, and text highlights her achievements, including her service as the New York Public Library's Coordinator of Children's Services. A circular emblem mentions "28 Days of Black Librarians." The image features a stylized portrait of Nella Larsen against an orange background with white text at the top. Text highlights her as a central figure of the Harlem Renaissance, and mentions her careers as a nurse, librarian, and author. A circular badge reads "Celebrating 28 Days of Black Librarians." This image is a tribute to Linda Brooks-Burton, a San Francisco Bayview community librarian, with the years 1962-2013. It features a portrait of the individual smiling, and includes a badge that reads "28 Days of Black Librarians." The background has colorful geometric patterns.
February 8, 2026 at 4:52 AM
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Week 2 of Black History Month! We're really excited to partner with the Black Film Guild for a photography and videography workshop on 2/14 at the African American Museum and Library at Oakland. 📹 📸 Register today!

Find our events schedule and how to register on our website oaklandlibrary.org/bhm.
Celebrating the 100th Black History Month, this event schedule covers February 8-14. It includes various events like "Let's Bend Quilt Display" at Rockridge Branch, "Art of the African Diaspora" at 81st Avenue Branch, "Black Panther Party" displays, "Library Movie Night" at Elmhurst Branch, "Beat Makers" for Teens at Golden Gate Branch, workshops at 81st Avenue Branch, and the "Black Film Guild." More details can be found at oaklandlibrary.org/bhm.
February 7, 2026 at 4:59 AM
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With cuts from the federal government affecting the entire nonprofit world, it's more important than ever to know how to secure funding for your organization. Please join us a for two-class series on finding grants.

Register here ➡️ https://bit.ly/4tjnjXl
A promotional image for workshops at the Main Library. The title reads, "Grantseeking for Nonprofits." Two workshops are listed: "Intro to Finding Grants" on February 12 and "Intro to Foundation Directory" on March 12, both from 10 AM to 11:30 AM. Illustrations feature abstract figures reaching for money symbols. The Main Library's contact information and website are at the bottom.
February 4, 2026 at 7:16 PM
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Welcome to fabulous February at the Oakland Public Library! This month we're celebrating #LunarNewYear, #ValentinesDay, and the 100th #BlackHistoryMonth! 🤩

From Black anime watch parties to lion dances and indigenous art exhibits, there's so much to explore!
https://bit.ly/3Mml19g
A promotional image for February events at the Oakland Public Library. Events include Black History Month Exhibits, Black Anime, DIY Waist Beads, Lunar New Year Celebration, Indigenous Maya Mam Art Show, and Valentine's Crafts, each depicted with an illustrated icon.
February 3, 2026 at 5:14 AM
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Thank you for celebrating with us, Oakland! 🥳 🎉 🎂
#Main75
January 30, 2026 at 5:09 PM
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Celebrate 100 years of #BlackHistoryMonth with these FREE community events, from art exhibits to film screenings and much more!

Celebrate Black History Month with OPL ➡️ oaklandlibrary.org/bhm
flyer for workshops, exhibit, and watch parties at the Oakland Public Library for Black History Month. Text on the flyer indicated you can find more events and details at oaklandlibrary.org/bhm and can pick up free limited-edition stickers at your local branch
January 29, 2026 at 8:54 PM
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Shonda Scott comes to the Rockridge Branch on February 18th at 6:30pm to discuss her book, Give Me a Year: 12 New Things to Embrace Change and Live Your Best Life.

Copies of the book will be sold by A Great Good Place for Books.

Register ➡️ https://bit.ly/4b0IJSu
Promotional poster for a book reading event titled 'Meet the Author', featuring the book 'A Year to Embrace Change and Live Your Best Life' by Shonda Scott. The event is scheduled for February 18, from 6:30 to 7:45 PM at Rockridge Branch, 5366 College Ave. The poster includes an illustration of a book with a radiant light burst effect.
January 28, 2026 at 8:51 PM
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Share the love of reading this #LibraryShelfieDay! Today, Oakland Public Library staff show off their current reads while in the stacks. 📚 And you can too! Anytime you're visiting your favorite library (obviously us 💁‍♀️) or reading one of our books, don't forget to tag us in your #shelfie!
photo of library staff in front of book shelf with open book in hand titled "This time Tomorrow" by Emma Straub photo of library staff smiling in front of book shelf with book in hand titled "Fireworks" photo of library staff in front of book shelf with book in hand titled "The warmth of other suns" by Isabel Wilkerson photo of library staff reading book by Colleen Hoover
January 28, 2026 at 6:23 PM
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Come talk books with us! 🤓📖

Find more book clubs, what we're reading this month, and other details here ➡️oaklandlibrary.org/bookclub
Promotional image for Oakland Public Library February book clubs featuring a variety of book covers including 'There There' by Tommy Orange, 'Braiding Sweetgrass' by Robin Wall Kimmerer, among others, set against a purple background with decorative elements.
January 27, 2026 at 6:05 PM
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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.
https://bit.ly/4bvzfyL
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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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. 💖📚
youtu.be/HExkBkPvVN4
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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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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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
https://bit.ly/458LWM4
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. 🌳
https://bit.ly/4qM4F8w
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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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
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
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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
Graphic promoting January book clubs featuring various books and club names like "Club de Lectura en espanol" and "Harriet Tubman Books in Concert," displayed alongside images of book covers including works by Jennifer Egan and others, set against a blue background with the word "JAN BOOK CLUBS" prominently displayed.
January 8, 2026 at 8:30 PM
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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!

Register ➡️ https://bit.ly/3N6DLtv
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 7, 2026 at 5:30 PM