The big celebration came and went, and we're still basking in a revelatory whirlwind of community spirit. The energy was high, the...

The library is turning 20 this year, which is a great reason to give it a gift of a tax-deductible donation. Anything helps, and this...

With the Olympics filling the airwaves this August, intrepid librarians hatched a plan to engage the neighborhood kids in their own...

There's a lot going on at the library, and most programs and events can be found on the Oakland Public Library web site. Thanks to Emily...

When was the last time you saw animals at a library? Was it a library at the zoo? Or maybe a puppy tied up outside the library's doors?...

The library opened it's doors last week without much fanfare, but with a memorable first patron. Here's what librarian Emily Weak had to...

If you haven’t noticed, the Rockridge Library is currently closed while it receives a much-needed spiffing up. When it re-opens in early...

Librarians field all sorts of questions throughout the day, and one such question from a young patron recently spawned much spirited...

Whether you ride a bike or dream of owning one, the Oakland Public Library has what you need. Amazing but true, the library is kicking up...

Hi! I attended the Friends of Oakland Public Library meeting on April 30th at the Melrose Branch. Many OPL branches were represented by...