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Storytime Survey: We Need Your Input!

OPL is thinking about changes to Baby Bounce, Storytime and Play Café at our branches. This survey is for anyone who cares for children ages 0-8, and would like to bring them to the Oakland Public Library. 

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AAMLO Saturday Children's Story Hour | Book Giveaway Dec. 7

The African American Museum and Library at Oakland is hosting a Saturday morning Children's Story Hour twice a month. On December 7, attendees will receive a  copy of "Hands Up" by Breanna J. McDaniel.

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Put Your Pen to Paper!

Thinking about writing a novel for National Novel Writing Month in November? We can help!

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Anyone - at any age - can get an Oakland Public Library card. Library cards are free and are available at all our locations.

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Weekends @ OPL!

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Looking for fun & free things to do this weekend? Check out this weekly blog for a small sampling of events and programs for all ages at your Oakland Public Library.

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From the Library Community

Write a Novel at Your Library

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Thinking about writing a novel for National Novel Writing Month in November? We can help!

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From Advice for Readers

10 Great Reasons to Read Fiction in November 2019

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Wondering what to read next? Check out some of some of November's best new fiction.

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From Children's Services Blog

Family, Food and Travel

The Children's Outreach Librarian shares recommended reads for the Fall season.

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From the Main Library

Back to School? These Resources Can Help

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Oakland youth go back to school next week, so the Oakland Public Library’s E-Resources Committee would like to share a couple of online resources available to OPL cardholders that can help with learning!

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