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Welcome to nostalgic November at the Oakland Public Library. We’re celebrating #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth and the mesmerizing wonders of Fall. We host *hundreds* of events every month so here are the highlights:
Celebrate Native American Heritage with a stories centering Native American voices. Keep your eyes peeled for the booklist!
It’s #ElectionSeason! Remember to exercise your right to vote! On 11/5/24, the Main library is open as a polling location from 7am-8pm. You can also drop off your ballot in a ballot drop box at De Fermery Park (across the street from West Oakland branch) or at the César E. Chávez branch.
We also have a special election day storytime for children happening at West Oakland branch.
It’s prime weather for cuddling up with a new book. Keep your eyes peeled for our booklist centering Native American voices. For those who love a good book talk, we’ve got several meet the author programs lined up this month including: The Taste of Memory Book Release with Chef Tu David Phu and The Journey of DACA Students Living in the United States Today with the authors of the essays.
If you’re feeling ready to emerge from your hibernation, you can join us for chair yoga at Eastmont and Lakeview branches or get your hands dirty with a gardening workshop where you’ll learn how to plant bulbs.
Teens are invited to make DIY croc charms at 81st Ave branch and for cozy movie nights at Rockridge, 81st Ave, amd Eastmont branches.
Children will love our read to a dog program series at the Rockridge, Dimond, César E. Chávez Branch, and 81st Ave branches.