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West Oakland Branch Library
Public library branch at 1801 Adeline Street. See its official page for current services and opening hours.
Upcoming at West Oakland Branch Library24
Today
Today · 11 AM
Family Storytime
Join us for storytime with songs, movement and stories at the West Oakland Branch. All kids (0-6 years old) are welcome with grownup participation. Stay after for a 30-minute free play time.
Today · 6 PM
Black Authors Book Club
Join us every third Tuesday from 6 to 7 p.m. for mocktails, a custom bookmark, and to discuss selections from the African American Special Collection. Follow us on Instagram to keep up with our latest book selections and updates. Each month, we vote on the next book at the end of our meeting. Feb 2026 Selection : Model Home - Rivers Solomon Mar 2026 Selection : I, Medusa - Ayana Gray Apr 2026 Selection : Harlem Rhapsody- Victoria Christopher Murray May 2026 Selection : Burn Down Master's House- Clay Cane June 2026 Selection : Death of the Author - Nnedi Okorafor July 2026 Selection :…
Tuesday, October 27
Tue, Oct 27 · 11 AM
Halloween Storytime
Join us on Tuesday, October 27, for a special themed storytime for Halloween! (Not scary!) Same time, same place as our usual Family Storytime. There will be Halloween-themed storytime songs, movement and stories. All kids (0-6 years old) are welcome with grownup participation. Stay after for our usual 30-minute free play time. Get accessibility information .
Tue, Oct 27 · 5:30 PM
Adult Craft Club
Join us at the West Oakland Branch for the Adult Craft Club. Arts and Crafts are for grown folks, too! Build community, learn new crafting skills, and hang out. The projects are DIY, beginner-friendly, and all materials are provided. Every month, the craft will rotate. Feel free to bring your own art projects as well. Hobby hoppers, newbies, advanced crafters, and all are welcome. This program is possible thanks to a grant from the Friends of the Oakland Public Library.
Friday, November 13
Fri, Nov 13 · 1 PM
A Taste of West
Twice a month, join us for live recipe demos featuring fresh produce from the Mandela Partners Community Produce Stand! The first 10 households will receive the ingredients for free to recreate the delicious recipes at home. Don’t miss out on this chance to enjoy seasonal fruits and veggies while learning new cooking skills. This program is possible thanks to a grant from the Friends of the Oakland Public Library.
Fri, Nov 13 · 3:30 PM
Science Fridays at West Oakland Branch
Come learn about science once a month, on the second Fridays of the month, at the West Oakland Branch! Sessions will have different, fun, and engaging experiments! Led by educators from West Oakland Environmental Indicators and using the Kids Making Sense Program, each session will also provide a way to engage with the pollution around us in West Oakland itself. For ages 5-13 and their caregivers.
Tuesday, November 17
Tue, Nov 17 · 11 AM
Family Storytime
Join us for storytime with songs, movement and stories at the West Oakland Branch. All kids (0-6 years old) are welcome with grownup participation. Stay after for a 30-minute free play time.
Tue, Nov 17 · 6 PM
Black Authors Book Club
Join us every third Tuesday from 6 to 7 p.m. for mocktails, a custom bookmark, and to discuss selections from the African American Special Collection. Follow us on Instagram to keep up with our latest book selections and updates. Each month, we vote on the next book at the end of our meeting. Feb 2026 Selection : Model Home - Rivers Solomon Mar 2026 Selection : I, Medusa - Ayana Gray Apr 2026 Selection : Harlem Rhapsody- Victoria Christopher Murray May 2026 Selection : Burn Down Master's House- Clay Cane June 2026 Selection : Death of the Author - Nnedi Okorafor July 2026 Selection :…
Tuesday, November 24
Tue, Nov 24 · 11 AM
Family Storytime
Join us for storytime with songs, movement and stories at the West Oakland Branch. All kids (0-6 years old) are welcome with grownup participation. Stay after for a 30-minute free play time.
Tue, Nov 24 · 1 PM
A Taste of West
Twice a month, join us for live recipe demos featuring fresh produce from the Mandela Partners Community Produce Stand! The first 10 households will receive the ingredients for free to recreate the delicious recipes at home. Don’t miss out on this chance to enjoy seasonal fruits and veggies while learning new cooking skills. This program is possible thanks to a grant from the Friends of the Oakland Public Library.
Tue, Nov 24 · 5:30 PM
Adult Craft Club
Join us at the West Oakland Branch for the Adult Craft Club. Arts and Crafts are for grown folks, too! Build community, learn new crafting skills, and hang out. The projects are DIY, beginner-friendly, and all materials are provided. Every month, the craft will rotate. Feel free to bring your own art projects as well. Hobby hoppers, newbies, advanced crafters, and all are welcome. This program is possible thanks to a grant from the Friends of the Oakland Public Library.