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Temescal Branch Library

Public library branch at 5205 Telegraph Avenue. See its official page for current services and opening hours.

Upcoming at Temescal Branch Library19

Tomorrow

Tomorrow · 11:45 AM

Baby Bounce

Bring your babies to the Temescal Branch Library for songs, socializing, and playtime. This event is suited for parents or caregivers with babies from birth to 12 months old. Storytime will start at 11:45 am, and there will be playtime afterward until 12:30 pm. Please plan to park your stroller in the community meeting room, as the program takes place in the children's area where space is limited. The building has an elevator on the west side for accessibility. If you have any questions, please call the branch during open hours. Get accessibility information .

Thursday, October 22

Thu, Oct 22 · 10:30 AM

Family Storytime

Children of all ages are welcome; the content is geared toward ages 1 to 5. Please plan to park your stroller in the community meeting room, as the program takes place in the children's area where space is limited. The building has an elevator on the west side for accessibility. If you have any questions, please call the branch during open hours. Get accessibility information .

Friday, October 23

Fri, Oct 23 · 3:30 PM

Día de Los Muertos Calavera Decorating

Join us to decorate skulls made out of magic modeling clay! All materials provided. ¡Únete a nosotros para decorar calaveras con plastilina mágica! Todos los materiales están incluidos.

Wednesday, October 28

Wed, Oct 28 · 11:45 AM

Baby Bounce

Bring your babies to the Temescal Branch Library for songs, socializing, and playtime. This event is suited for parents or caregivers with babies from birth to 12 months old. Storytime will start at 11:45 am, and there will be playtime afterward until 12:30 pm. Please plan to park your stroller in the community meeting room, as the program takes place in the children's area where space is limited. The building has an elevator on the west side for accessibility. If you have any questions, please call the branch during open hours. Get accessibility information .

Wed, Oct 28 · 6 PM

Adult Arts & Crafts

Join us each month as we try out a new activity. No artistic experience is needed. Supplies will be provided. Available on a first come, first served basis as supplies and space allow. For Adults only. Contact the branch to learn about upcoming crafts. This program is possible thanks to a grant from the Friends of Oakland Public Library. Get accessibility information .

Thursday, October 29

Thu, Oct 29 · 10:30 AM

Family Storytime

Children of all ages are welcome; the content is geared toward ages 1 to 5. Please plan to park your stroller in the community meeting room, as the program takes place in the children's area where space is limited. The building has an elevator on the west side for accessibility. If you have any questions, please call the branch during open hours. Get accessibility information .

Friday, October 30

Fri, Oct 30 · 3:30 PM

Halloween Ghost Craft

Children and their caregivers are invited to join us for an afternoon of a not to creepy Halloween craft.

Wednesday, November 4

Wed, Nov 4 · 11:45 AM

Baby Bounce

Bring your babies to the Temescal Branch Library for songs, socializing, and playtime. This event is suited for parents or caregivers with babies from birth to 12 months old. Storytime will start at 11:45 am, and there will be playtime afterward until 12:30 pm. Please plan to park your stroller in the community meeting room, as the program takes place in the children's area where space is limited. The building has an elevator on the west side for accessibility. If you have any questions, please call the branch during open hours. Get accessibility information .

Thursday, November 5

Thu, Nov 5 · 10:30 AM

Family Storytime

Children of all ages are welcome; the content is geared toward ages 1 to 5. Please plan to park your stroller in the community meeting room, as the program takes place in the children's area where space is limited. The building has an elevator on the west side for accessibility. If you have any questions, please call the branch during open hours. Get accessibility information .

Saturday, November 7

Sat, Nov 7 · 11 AM

MOCHA At The Library!

Join us for monthly art workshops for children and families led by teachers from the Museum of Children's Art (MOCHA) . For ages 5-15 and caregivers. MOCHA workshops focus on building creativity, social-emotional and academic skills through art. This program is supported by funding provided by the Friends of the Oakland Public Library Get accessibility information .

Monday, November 9

Mon, Nov 9 · 3:30 PM

Read to a Dog

Did you know that some dogs love to listen when new or experienced readers practice reading aloud? Our furry friends Navi and Barley are gentle, trained therapy dogs who patiently listen to reading-age kids & tweens as they gain confidence to read out loud. Drop by on the second Monday of each month to read with Navi and Barley! Get accessibility information .

Wednesday, November 11

Wed, Nov 11 · 5:30 PM

Repair Advice with Fixit Clinic

Give your broken items a second chance! Bring your broken gadgets, small appliances, and more to our repair advice session. Volunteer Fixit Coaches will help you informally troubleshoot, disassemble, and diagnose broken items. Carry-in only, no oversize items. Check in your item here . If you're interested in becoming a coach, fill out this form . Fixit Clinics happen all over the Bay Area! You can learn more about Fixit Clinic here. Get accessibility information .

Thursday, November 12

Thu, Nov 12 · 10:30 AM

Family Storytime

Children of all ages are welcome; the content is geared toward ages 1 to 5. Please plan to park your stroller in the community meeting room, as the program takes place in the children's area where space is limited. The building has an elevator on the west side for accessibility. If you have any questions, please call the branch during open hours. Get accessibility information .

Wednesday, November 18

Wed, Nov 18 · 11:45 AM

Baby Bounce

Bring your babies to the Temescal Branch Library for songs, socializing, and playtime. This event is suited for parents or caregivers with babies from birth to 12 months old. Storytime will start at 11:45 am, and there will be playtime afterward until 12:30 pm. Please plan to park your stroller in the community meeting room, as the program takes place in the children's area where space is limited. The building has an elevator on the west side for accessibility. If you have any questions, please call the branch during open hours. Get accessibility information .

Thursday, November 19

Thu, Nov 19 · 10:30 AM

Family Storytime

Children of all ages are welcome; the content is geared toward ages 1 to 5. Please plan to park your stroller in the community meeting room, as the program takes place in the children's area where space is limited. The building has an elevator on the west side for accessibility. If you have any questions, please call the branch during open hours. Get accessibility information .

Wednesday, November 25

Wed, Nov 25 · 11:45 AM

Baby Bounce

Bring your babies to the Temescal Branch Library for songs, socializing, and playtime. This event is suited for parents or caregivers with babies from birth to 12 months old. Storytime will start at 11:45 am, and there will be playtime afterward until 12:30 pm. Please plan to park your stroller in the community meeting room, as the program takes place in the children's area where space is limited. The building has an elevator on the west side for accessibility. If you have any questions, please call the branch during open hours. Get accessibility information .

Wed, Nov 25 · 6 PM

Adult Arts & Crafts

Join us each month as we try out a new activity. No artistic experience is needed. Supplies will be provided. Available on a first come, first served basis as supplies and space allow. For Adults only. Contact the branch to learn about upcoming crafts. This program is possible thanks to a grant from the Friends of Oakland Public Library. Get accessibility information .

Wednesday, December 2

Wed, Dec 2 · 11:45 AM

Baby Bounce

Bring your babies to the Temescal Branch Library for songs, socializing, and playtime. This event is suited for parents or caregivers with babies from birth to 12 months old. Storytime will start at 11:45 am, and there will be playtime afterward until 12:30 pm. Please plan to park your stroller in the community meeting room, as the program takes place in the children's area where space is limited. The building has an elevator on the west side for accessibility. If you have any questions, please call the branch during open hours. Get accessibility information .

Thursday, December 3

Thu, Dec 3 · 10:30 AM

Family Storytime

Children of all ages are welcome; the content is geared toward ages 1 to 5. Please plan to park your stroller in the community meeting room, as the program takes place in the children's area where space is limited. The building has an elevator on the west side for accessibility. If you have any questions, please call the branch during open hours. Get accessibility information .

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