In the Library
OPL has some great spaces for teens to meet & relax. Check out the César Chávez Branch Library , the Eastmont Branch Library and the Main Library’s TeenZone.
OPL on MySpace, Facebook & Flickr
If you can’t see us in person, visit us online, 24/7!
Get Involved!
Teen Events at the Library
To see a list of all upcoming teen events, click here.
Oakland Public Library and Youth Speaks invite you to our free After School Writing and Performance Workshops for teens. Taught by experienced writers, this 10-week series covers everything from fiction to storytelling to desktop publishing, improvisation, poetry and performance. Open to anyone 13-19 years old.
Tuesdays with Fish Vargas at the Chavez Branch 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Thursdays with Dyanna and Milani at at Rockridge Library 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
(posted 1/6/2012)
Youth Leadership Council
Active teens determined to improve libraries of Oakland.
Teen Advisory Boards
Join a Teen Advisory Board (TAB). Join with other high school teens to tell the library what YOU think the library should be doing for you. Snacks provided. Earn community service credit!
For more information:
Resources for Teens
Bay Area Resources for Teens
Counseling for teens GED information Homework help programs Volunteering Jobs for Teens
The Realities of Military Service
Information, pro and con, for potential recruits.
The Web for Teens
Internet sites recommended by our teen staff.
All Categories College Dating Expressing Yourself Games
Health Homework Help Jobs Music Sexuality
Good Books & Movies for Teens
Recommended by the OPL teen staff.
Watching the movie or t.v. show? Read the book too!
2011 Reading List – great books of all types
LGBTQ 2010 list
Street Lit
If you liked Twilight
FAQ for Teachers
Are you a high school teacher in Oakland?
Read our
FAQ for Teachers and learn what the library can do for your classes.
Meet Your OPL Teen Staff
Photos and biographies of our staff.
