Storytimes near OAKLAND MAIN LIBRARY

Main Library, 1st Floor Meeting Room, 125 14th Street, Oakland, California 94612

Practice speaking English with other learners and Library staff. New topics every week. All levels are welcome!   Get accessibility information .

Main Library, Ground Floor, Bradley C. Walters Meeting Room, 125 14th Street, Oakland, California 94612

Jeff Chang is a writer, host, and organizer known for his work at the intersection of the arts, politics, and race. His latest book is  Water Mirror Echo: Bruce Lee and the Making of Asian America ,  a cultural biography. In it Chang "reveals the man behind the enduring iconography and stirringly shows how Lee's growing fame ushered in something that's turned out to be even more enduring: the creation of Asian America." Chang is a master of digging into the details of a particular moment in time and space, and using it to drive home a broader analysis of US society and culture (see also:  Can't Stop Won't Stop ), and  Water Mirror Echo does exactly that. It is both a definitive Bruce Lee biography and something much deeper in scope. Chang will be joined by Librarian Ian Hetzner for a far-reaching conversation about Chang's career in cultural criticism, and  Water Mirror Echo more specifically. It should make for a wonderful, compelling night. Please register to receive updates and reminders. Registration assists with planning; however, it does not guarantee a seat. Additionally, masks are encouraged and will be provided. Get accessibility information .

Main Library, First Floor Conference Room, 125 14th Street, Oakland, California 94612

The United States Semiquincentennial is the 250th anniversary of the United States Declaration of Independence. Come test your knowledge of US history and civics by trying your luck with your friends at this trivia event, featuring selections from the Citizenship Test. Winning team members will win a special OPL canvas bag! 

Main Library, Bradley C. Walters Community Room, 125 14th Street, Oakland, California 94612

Come create art! This monthly mixed media collage and upcycled textiles workshops are designed to be  inclusive of all ages and abilities. We offer a generous variety of materials for 2D and 3D collage and textile scraps for cardboard loom weaving, knotting, hand sewing projects, and other by-hand techniques.  Get accessibility information .

Main Library, 1st Floor, 125 14th Street, Oakland, California 94612

Sewing 101: Learn Your Machine & Start Sewing Master the sewing machine in just three sessions! This hands-on course is designed for beginners who want to get comfortable behind the needle. You'll learn how to set up and operate a sewing machine, practice basic stitching techniques, and complete simple projects that build your skills step by step. Materials and some sewing machines provided. If you have your own machine and want to learn how to use it, please bring it along.  Space is limited—register only if you can attend all three sessions.

Main Library, Bradley C. Walters Community Room, 125 14th Street, Oakland, California 94612

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 .

Main Library, 1st floor meeting room, 125 14th Street, Oakland, California 94612

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: Heart: The City Beneath A dungeon-crawling, story-forward tabletop RPG from the designers of Spire that focuses on what characters have to lose in pursuit of their dreams in the chaotic darkness beneath the world. Heart expands the unreal world beneath Spire. It uses an expanded and updated version of the Resistance system, the mechanics that power Spire, to help you tell stories of desperation, hubris and adventure in the City Beneath.

Main Library, 1st Floor Meeting Room, 125 14th Street, Oakland, California 94612

Unwind and discover your creative side!  Join us on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month for a relaxed, guided crafting session. All supplies are included, and no experience is needed—just bring your curiosity. Each session varies, you can check the list below to see what is going on each session. May 6th: Fan making and decoupage May 20th: Making Miniature for Dioramas June 3rd: Watercolor June 17th: Tiny Art Painting July 1st: Fabric Painting Tote Bags July 15th: Sand Art Please check back prior to the dates listed above, as these activities may change on short notice. Get accessibility information .

Main Library, first floor meeting room, 125 14th Street, Oakland, California 94612

Robert McCockran is a veterans’ representative at America’s Job Center/Employment Development Department (EDD) in Oakland. He will be in the Community Kiosk once a month to help military veterans with job leads, tips, and referrals. He can also answer some unemployment insurance questions.  This is especially focused on veterans who have significant barriers to employment—men and women who are older, justice-involved, homeless, or recently discharged from military service.  Robert McCockran will be available at the Community Kiosk on the third Thursdays of the month. Get accessibility information .

Main Library, 125 14th Street, Oakland, California 94612

Celebrate Summer with a music-filled evening for all ages, featuring live DJs from KALW Public Media 91.7 FM, hands-on mocktail making, games, and a welcoming community vibe.  Join Emmanuel Nado , host of Africa Mix on KALW 92.7FM Saturdays at 7pm. Hear vintage and contemporary music from Africa, the diaspora, the Caribbean, Latin America, and beyond. Bring the whole family. Come dance, sip, and connect at your library.  Music and Mocktails with KALW is made possible by funding from the Friends of Oakland Public Library. 

Main Library, 1st Floor Meeting Room, 125 14th Street, Oakland, California 94612

Practice speaking English with other learners and Library staff. New topics every week. All levels are welcome!   Get accessibility information .

Main Library, Fishbowl Room, 1st floor, 125 14th Street, Oakland, California 94612

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/8963... 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: 896 3060 4079  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.

Main Library, First Floor Lobby, 125 14th Street, Oakland, California 94612

The  Oaktown Jazz Workshops’ Performance Ensemble features young musicians performing a variety of exciting and challenging jazz classics. Oaktown Jazz Workshops is a community-based nonprofit organization, and its year-round after-school programs pass on the musical language and traditions of jazz to the next generation of musicians. Students learn from professional master musicians and perform for audiences throughout the Bay Area. This free lunchtime performance is brought to you by the generosity of the Friends of the Oakland Public Library. 

Main Library, Bradley C. Walters Community Room, 125 14th Street, Oakland, California 94612

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! 

Main Library, Bradley C. Walters Community Room, 125 14th Street, Oakland, California 94612

Executive Order 9066, issued in February 1942, authorized the forced removal of "any or all persons" from military zones along the West Coast. More than 120,000 Japanese Americans were forced to leave their homes, businesses, land, and properties and were imprisoned in desolate prison camps around the country. The experience of these citizens serves as a critical reminder of this country's history of exclusion and anti-immigration policies. Kintsukuroi is a locally-made film based on the fictionalized experiences of these Japanese Americans. After the film screening, the film’s director/writer/producer Kerwin Berk and his crew and cast members will respond to Q&A and lead a group discussion.

Main Library, 1st Floor, 125 14th Street, Oakland, California 94612

Sewing 101: Learn Your Machine & Start Sewing Master the sewing machine in just three sessions! This hands-on course is designed for beginners who want to get comfortable behind the needle. You'll learn how to set up and operate a sewing machine, practice basic stitching techniques, and complete simple projects that build your skills step by step. Materials and some sewing machines provided. If you have your own machine and want to learn how to use it, please bring it along.  Space is limited—register only if you can attend all three sessions.

Main Library, Bradley C. Walters Community Room, 125 14th Street, Oakland, California 94612

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 .

Main Library, Fishbowl Room, 1st floor, 125 14th Street, Oakland, California 94612

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/8446... 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: 844 6376 6288 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.

Main Library, RV in parking lot at corner of Madison St. and 13th St., 125 14th Street, Oakland, California 94612

Alameda Health System mobile medical and dental services on the third Tuesday of the month.  Dental services for all ages including cleaning, assessment and creation of care plan.  Medical exam, blood pressure, vaccinations, connection with other health services for adults. Referral to other services, and financial counseling.  Drop ins accepted.  To make an appointment, call (510) 437-5086 and press option 4.  Servicios médicos y dentales móviles del Sistema de Salud de Alameda el tercer martes de cada mes. Servicios dentales para todas las edades, incluyendo limpieza, evaluación y creación de un plan de cuidado. Examen médico, presión arterial, vacunas, conexión con otros servicios de salud para adultos. Referencia a otros servicios y asesoramiento financiero. Se aceptan visitas sin cita. Para hacer una cita, llama al (510) 437-5086 y presiona la opción 4. Get accessibility information .