Free Basic Tax Help

Get free basic tax preparation assistance from AARP Tax-Aide volunteers. Appointments are required. Appointments are given same day at 9:45am at the main entrance on 14th Street; please note, the library does not open......More

Get free basic tax preparation assistance from AARP Tax-Aide volunteers. Appointments are required. Appointments are given same day at 9:45am at the main entrance on 14th Street; please note, the library does not open until 10am. Come prepared with the following documents: A copy of your last year's federal and state tax returns Photo ID (for joint returns, both spouses must be present and show ID) All 2025 tax documents, including W-2s, 1099s, and other relevant forms Direct deposit information

Quilting Workshop

Come explore the art of quilting, build basic sewing skills, and create community! Quilting has long been a strongly rooted cultural practice throughout the Black diaspora, offering utility, creativity and actual warmth. In this series we will explore some motifs speci......More

Come explore the art of quilting, build basic sewing skills, and create community! Quilting has long been a strongly rooted cultural practice throughout the Black diaspora, offering utility, creativity and actual warmth. In this series we will explore some motifs specific to the African American traditions and learn about the history of quilting for Black quilters in the US. We will work on mini quilts, create quilting art, and find connection by adding our own unique flavor to the process. Materials and some sewing machines provided. We are focusing on upcycling and reusing materials- so feel free to bring old clothes and materials to use for sewing. If you have a machine you would like to learn to use, please bring it along. Space is limited. To ensure everyone has the opportunity to participate, please register only if you can attend all six sessions.

Free Basic Tax Help

Get free basic tax preparation assistance from AARP Tax-Aide volunteers. Appointments are required. Appointments are given same day at 9:45am at the main entrance on 14th Street; please note, the library does not open......More

Get free basic tax preparation assistance from AARP Tax-Aide volunteers. Appointments are required. Appointments are given same day at 9:45am at the main entrance on 14th Street; please note, the library does not open until 10am. Come prepared with the following documents: A copy of your last year's federal and state tax returns Photo ID (for joint returns, both spouses must be present and show ID) All 2025 tax documents, including W-2s, 1099s, and other relevant forms Direct deposit information

Let it Move You Zumba Jam!

Come to the library and have fun! Zumba Jam with instructor Tabitha Pulliam on the first, second and third Monday of the month. Get accessibility information.

Mobile Dental Clinic

Alameda Health System mobile dental services. Assessments to make a dental plan, cleanings, connection to other services, and financial counseling. Drop in welcome.  To make an appointment, call 510-437-5086 and press #4 during scheduled service (Tuesday, Thursday, Fr......More

Alameda Health System mobile dental services. Assessments to make a dental plan, cleanings, connection to other services, and financial counseling. Drop in welcome.  To make an appointment, call 510-437-5086 and press #4 during scheduled service (Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 9:30-4) Get accessibility information.

Beyond D&D: roleplaying game night

Tired of the same old mimics and gelatinous cubes? Join us to discover the games beyond D&D! Players can expect short campaigns featuring interesting and innovative TTRPG systems led by an experienced and imaginative DM. This event is suitable for beginners and season......More

Tired of the same old mimics and gelatinous cubes? Join us to discover the games beyond D&D! Players can expect short campaigns featuring interesting and innovative TTRPG systems led by an experienced and imaginative DM. This event is suitable for beginners and seasoned players alike who are interested in collaborative storytelling and problem solving. Drop in is okay but space may be limited.  All materials provided, but please:  have a positive mental attitude be ready to meet new people come on time and be prepared to commit to the full session This session is intended for 18+. For teen roleplaying check out Teen Dungeons & Dragons Club Mask wearing is appreciated and will be available. Get accessibility information Currently playing: Mythic Bastionland In Mythic Bastionland you begin as a young knight errant, seeking the glory to lead warbands, earn a place in court, and rule your own domain. Glory is found in hunting the Myths of this world, manifesting them into reality while protecting the Realm from their strange influence. Coming Soon: Girl by Moonlight As a Magical Girl you will clutch your tragic struggles tight, seeking to score defiant triumphs against the darkness of an oppressive society. The game reinterprets the classic examples of the genre to create an allegory for self-discovery and queer identity. The text uses ‘magical girl’ as a shorthand, but your magical girls need not be girls, necessarily, but people whose identities put them at the margins.

Free College Course: Clemente

interested in: Building college-level reading, writing and discussion skills? Learning through conversation in a small, supportive classroom? Earning up to 3 transferable college credits? Free childcare, free transportation assistance, and GED not needed. For mo......More

interested in: Building college-level reading, writing and discussion skills? Learning through conversation in a small, supportive classroom? Earning up to 3 transferable college credits? Free childcare, free transportation assistance, and GED not needed. For more information: www.oaklandclemente.org With Oakland Adult & Career Education

Get to Know Your Library!

Come visit your local senior center to hear about all of the services we provide at the Oakland Public Library. Join Oakland Public Library staff to hear about the library and its programs, and to sign up for a FREE library card. 

Open Art Lab

Unleash your inner maker at our Open Art Lab! This is your dedicated space and time to bring your creative projects to life. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just getting started, you'll have access to professional tools like: Sewing & Serger Machines Cricut Maker &......More

Unleash your inner maker at our Open Art Lab! This is your dedicated space and time to bring your creative projects to life. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just getting started, you'll have access to professional tools like: Sewing & Serger Machines Cricut Maker & Supplies And much more! Supplies Provided & Needed We Supply: Sewing machines, basic tools, black/white thread, and standard needles, mats, button maker, etc For Your Project, Please Bring: Your fabric, specialty thread/notions, cardstock, vinyl, etc. Work on your own projects, get inspired by fellow creators, and get a little help if you get stuck. No more excuses—your next masterpiece is waiting! Important Note: To ensure everyone gets a turn, we have a sign-up system for our popular machines (Sewing, Serger, Cricut). Please sign up in-person upon arrival for 30-minute sessions.

Free College Course: Clemente

interested in: Building college-level reading, writing and discussion skills? Learning through conversation in a small, supportive classroom? Earning up to 3 transferable college credits? Free childcare, free transportation assistance, and GED not needed. For mo......More

interested in: Building college-level reading, writing and discussion skills? Learning through conversation in a small, supportive classroom? Earning up to 3 transferable college credits? Free childcare, free transportation assistance, and GED not needed. For more information: www.oaklandclemente.org With Oakland Adult & Career Education

Free Basic Tax Help

Get free basic tax preparation assistance from AARP Tax-Aide volunteers. Appointments are required. Appointments are given same day at 9:45am at the main entrance on 14th Street; please note, the library does not open......More

Get free basic tax preparation assistance from AARP Tax-Aide volunteers. Appointments are required. Appointments are given same day at 9:45am at the main entrance on 14th Street; please note, the library does not open until 10am. Come prepared with the following documents: A copy of your last year's federal and state tax returns Photo ID (for joint returns, both spouses must be present and show ID) All 2025 tax documents, including W-2s, 1099s, and other relevant forms Direct deposit information

Quilting Workshop

Come explore the art of quilting, build basic sewing skills, and create community! Quilting has long been a strongly rooted cultural practice throughout the Black diaspora, offering utility, creativity and actual warmth. In this series we will explore some motifs speci......More

Come explore the art of quilting, build basic sewing skills, and create community! Quilting has long been a strongly rooted cultural practice throughout the Black diaspora, offering utility, creativity and actual warmth. In this series we will explore some motifs specific to the African American traditions and learn about the history of quilting for Black quilters in the US. We will work on mini quilts, create quilting art, and find connection by adding our own unique flavor to the process. Materials and some sewing machines provided. We are focusing on upcycling and reusing materials- so feel free to bring old clothes and materials to use for sewing. If you have a machine you would like to learn to use, please bring it along. Space is limited. To ensure everyone has the opportunity to participate, please register only if you can attend all six sessions.

Free Basic Tax Help

Get free basic tax preparation assistance from AARP Tax-Aide volunteers. Appointments are required. Appointments are given same day at 9:45am at the main entrance on 14th Street; please note, the library does not open......More

Get free basic tax preparation assistance from AARP Tax-Aide volunteers. Appointments are required. Appointments are given same day at 9:45am at the main entrance on 14th Street; please note, the library does not open until 10am. Come prepared with the following documents: A copy of your last year's federal and state tax returns Photo ID (for joint returns, both spouses must be present and show ID) All 2025 tax documents, including W-2s, 1099s, and other relevant forms Direct deposit information

CEO Oakland's Job & Resource Fair

Center for Employment Opportunities (CEO) provides immediate, effective, and comprehensive employment services exclusively to people recently released from incarceration. Come join us at their job and resource fair, where OPL wil......More

Center for Employment Opportunities (CEO) provides immediate, effective, and comprehensive employment services exclusively to people recently released from incarceration. Come join us at their job and resource fair, where OPL will be highlighting all of our resources for job-seekers!

Library Commission Meeting

OBSERVE The following options are available to observe this meeting: Online video teleconference via Zoom: Click on the link below to join the webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/819......More

OBSERVE The following options are available to observe this meeting: Online video teleconference via Zoom: Click on the link below to join the webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81918489213?pwd=bMXgo4mBmZYffazFKbTFwfE5TbXQuR.1 Telephone (for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location): US: +1 669 444 9171 or +1 719 359 4580 or +1 720 707 2699 or +1 253 205 0468 or +1 253 215 8782 or +1 346 248 7799 or +1 301 715 8592 or +1 305 224 1968 or +1 309 205 3325 or +1 312 626 6799 or +1 360 209 5623 or +1 386 347 5053 or +1 507 473 4847 or +1 564 217 2000 or +1 646 558 8656 or +1 646 931 3860 or +1 689 278 1000 Webinar ID: 819 1848 9213- International numbers available: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kbgf8qlV3w Please note: The Zoom link is to view/listen to the meeting only, not for participation. Community members who wish to comment must do so in person. PARTICIPATION/COMMENT To participate/comment during the meeting, you must attend in person. Public comments will be taken during open forum at the beginning of the meeting.