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August 5, 2026 at 11:28 PM
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@arizona_t shares why the library is the happiest place on earth ❤️

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April 24, 2026 at 11:30 PM
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📅 Mark your calendars:
🗓 Tuesday, April 15 · 6 - 7 pm PDT
📍 1801 Adeline Street, Oakland, CA 94607, United States

We can’t wait to see you there—let’s vibe together and make this a night to remember! 💫

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April 8, 2025 at 12:20 PM
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Do you have a local library card? Just scored this limited edish, one of 14+ designs available at #OaklandPublicLibrary
August 26, 2025 at 7:28 PM
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pretty pages in books we all can share that I’m enjoying RN #OaklandPublicLibrary #librariesrock
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July 19, 2025 at 2:24 PM
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Join the party this Saturday! 🥳
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Poster for the Oakland Public Library: Rockridge Branch's 30th Anniversary celebration. Festive design with vibrant colors, featuring a pink cake with candles, musical notes, books, and art supplies. Event details: Saturday, September 19, 11 AM to 2 PM, with live music, crafts, a photo booth, and cake. Located at 5366 College Ave. Contact number: (510) 597-5017. Rockridge Branch logo at the bottom.
September 17, 2026 at 10:20 PM
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Do you enjoy helping others? Are you tech savvy and a team player? This job could be for you! We're hiring for a part-time Library Aide. Find the job description and apply here ➡️ https://bit.ly/3UTDgHb

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A person is smiling and holding a purple t-shirt with "Oakland Public Library" printed on it. In the background, people browse shelves filled with books. Text at the bottom reads, "We're hiring!"
September 16, 2026 at 7:50 PM
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Almost halfway through the month and we're just over halfway to our goal! Send this to a friend who doesn't have a library card yet and tell them why you love yours ❤️📚

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A smiling boy holding Oakland Public Library card, standing outdoors on a sunny day with green grass in the background. They are wearing a red jacket. A graphic promoting September as Library Card Sign-Up Month by the American Library Association and Oakland Public Library. It features a thermometer tracking library card sign-ups with a current count of 1,390 out of a goal of 2,500. Surrounding illustrations include books, musical notes, and smiling faces.
September 14, 2026 at 9:18 PM
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Dear white people, #BlackHistoryMonth is a reminder to listen and learn every day of the year. Starting is as easy as reading a book. The #OaklandPublicLibrary has great reading lists. 📚
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January 31, 2026 at 8:44 PM
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September 9th was National Teddy Bear Day! Find this adora-bear book display at the Temescal Branch 🐻

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A library display featuring a colorful, bear-themed setup with the title "Ready, Teddy?" Books displayed include "Otter in Space," "I Am Otter," "Bear Spotting," the "Corduroy" series, "Patrick," and "A Teddy Bear Addition." The backdrop includes cutout bears in different colors. Books are arranged on shelves against a decorated yellow board in front of a large window.
September 12, 2026 at 12:45 AM
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Activist Nancy Kurshan will discuss her new book, Levitating the Pentagon and Other Uplifting Stories.

Register ➡️ https://bit.ly/3TQXFw1

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August 12, 2026 at 7:38 PM
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Free sticker for all new library card sign-ups this month! In-person only🧍‍♂️

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A hand holds an Oakland Public Library with a colorful Oakland Soul Soccer Club design, and a sticker featuring illustrations of musical instruments and the phrase, "A library card hits all the right notes!" In the background, part of the OPL Summer tote bag with a sunburst design and partial text is visible. This image promotes "Library Card Sign-Up Month." It features a smiling child holding an Oakland Public Library card. A poster with colorful illustrations and music notes reads, "A library card hits all the right notes!" Text encourages signing up for a card to receive a limited edition sticker this month. Logos for ALA, Library Champions, and OPL are included.
September 15, 2026 at 10:14 PM
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This week at the Oakland Public Library! ☀️📚 (June 25-July 1) Find hundreds more free community events all across Oakland ➡️ https://oaklandlibrary.org/summer/

Tag us in your summer adventures! @oaklibrary #OPLSummer

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June 25, 2026 at 6:05 PM
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After a year of renovations, the Brookfield Branch is reopening! 🥳 Join us for a ribbon-cutting ceremony as we welcome back this beloved community space.

Details ➡️ https://bit.ly/4gejf5g

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Poster for Brookfield Branch Grand Reopening event. It features balloons and confetti. Details include August 29, Saturday, 11 AM – 5 PM, with a 12:45 PM ribbon cutting. Activities listed: fun for all ages, children's performer, music, cupcakes & mocktails, crafts & more. Located at Brookfield Branch, with contact information at the bottom.
August 11, 2026 at 9:15 PM
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Meet the kids running your library! See any familiar faces? 👀

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A child wearing a white outfit with checkered patterns and heart designs poses with a playful expression, including a tongue out and raised arms. The text overlay says, "This is who runs the teen zine collection and zine club. A smiling child with light hair is lying down. Overlaid text reads: "This is who collects things lost in library books and made it an exhibit! A young child laughing energetically, wearing a light pink ruffled outfit. Text on the image humorously notes the child's future as someone who tells others to be quiet in a library. A person with braces and a plaid shirt smiling widely. Text at the bottom reads, "This is who gets way too excited about periodical indexes.
March 25, 2026 at 6:39 PM
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August 20, 2026 at 8:40 PM
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August 5, 2026 at 10:59 PM
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Digital library book, #oaklandpubliclibrary
November 14, 2024 at 11:11 PM