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Teen Spaces


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 & Flickr

If you can’t see us in person, visit us online, 24/7!
Main Library TeenZone MySpace Asian Branch Library Teen MySpace
César Chávez Branch Library Teen MySpace Rockridge Branch Library Teen MySpace
OPL Teen Staff and Teens on Flickr  



Get Involved!

6th Making Manga Magic Contest Results

Get Out!
Explore the Bay Area and come in to the Oakland Public Library to share what you have experienced to win great prizes. Go to your local library branch for more information. June 13th - August 15th.

Teen Events at the Library
To see a list of all upcoming teen events, click here.

Youth Leadership Council
Help the library improve its service for the next generation! Consider joining the Library's Youth Leadership Council and help Oakland improve its service to young people!

The TeenZone and Asian Library Advisory Boards are Recruiting for New Members
For more information, contact one of the TeenZone representatives listed below, or just come to a meeting!

Teen Advisory Boards
Join a Teen Advisory Board.  Join with other high school teens to tell the library what YOU think the library should be doing for you. Snacks provided.  TABs now meet at the TeenZone and at the Asian Library. For TeenZone contact Brian Boies at 238-7232 and for Asian Library contact Vicky Chen at 238-3400. If your library doesn’t have a TAB please let us know you want one! 


Volunteer at the Library
We love our teen volunteers! Complete this form and return it to your local branch library to find out how you can volunteer too. We also maintain a list of other volunteer opportunities for teens.

Don’t Throw It Away, Recycle It!
Have you outgrown your copy of Guitar Hero II? Can’t stand your old My Chemical Romance CDs? Some other teen would love to borrow them from the library! Bring them to your local branch.

Resources for Teens


Bay Area Resources for Teens

Counseling for teens   GED information   Homework help programs   Volunteering

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 for Teens


Recommended by the OPL teen staff.
2008 Reading List – great books of all types
LGBTQ list
Street Lit

If you liked Twilight or are waiting for a copy of 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.

 

 

 

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