Events

Sarah Stricherz is a bay area native and has enjoyed making art since childhood. She majored in Fine Arts in college and has worked in oil paint, acrylic, watercolors, gouache, oil pastels and collage. Her work focuses on California…

Drop in to Teen Crafts at Golden Gate every second Thursday of the month from 4:00-5:00pm! We do a new craft each time - think: DIY pins, zines, friendship bracelets, etc. Got a craft you want to do? Let our teen librarian know! 

Stop by the King Branch on Fridays after school to enjoy gaming in the TeenZone! We have a Nintendo Switch, a PS4, a PS5, a VR headset, and a PC. Gaming titles include Super Smash Bros, Mario Kart Racing, Fortnite, Injustice 2 and…

Stop by the King branch every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month and get crafty in the TeenZone! Activities can include button making, painting, perler beads, shrinky dinks, 3D pens and more! Hope to see you there! Activities vary…

If you are a teen looking for a place to chill, Lakeview library is the place to go!

We have gaming and art every week and if you aren't into either, you can always work on homework or just hangout with your friends. 

We also…

If you are a teen looking for a space to relax, check out the Golden Gate library teen art and gaming hour downstairs in the meeting room. We have a Nintendo switch for gaming and acrylic paint and sketching pencils for art every Friday…

Step into the world of cinema at the 81st Library! Join us for an exciting film event where you not only get to enjoy snacks but also have a say in what movie we watch. Be part of the voting process before settling into your seat for an…

The Asian Branch Library invites you to join us on Fridays from 3:30pm to 5:00pm for an afternoon of video gaming and snacks!

Ages 13-17 only, please.

No registration is required! Just show up ready to have fun and meet other gamer teens!

Come hang out with other teens and take part in a popular role playing game! No dice? No problem! Dice are provided and so are start characters for new players. With Dungeon Master Vic.

Ven y juega con otros adolescentes un juego de roles…

Melrose Library turns the Teen Zone into a Gaming Room every Saturday from 12pm to 2pm. Play videogames with others on the big screen! For children 12 to 18 years-old.Cada sábado de las 12pm a 2pm , la Biblioteca Melrose convierte…

Bring your family, friends, and neighbors for a day of fun, health & wellness resources, activities for the kids, giveaways, food and community in East Oakland. It’s all FREE—everyone's invited.Join Librarian Pat for a reading circle.…

Join us every Saturday at 1pm for jewelry making or an artisanal craft project.  Learn to make beautiful objects that you will be excited to share or wear yourself. All materials provided, very experienced and accomplished…

Create a winter wonderland at our Snow Globe Making event, hosted by our Teen Advisory Group (TAG)! Open to all ages, this hands-on activity is perfect for unleashing your creativity and making a magical keepsake. All materials will be…

Relive some of the most iconic concert moments with the internationally renowned Pointer Sisters: Ruth, Anita, Bonnie, and June. Their brother, Professor Fritz Pointer, will highlight facets of their awesome musical journey bound…

Craft a stunning wreath to beautifully decorate your home for the holidays. All materials included and participants will take fresh cuttings from our Melrose Garden. Celebrate the magic of the season with style and…

Get ready to level up your Saturdays with Teen Game Day! 🎮 Join us from 3-5pm for an epic gaming session that's all about fun, friends, and snacks! Dive into the action with the latest video games on Switch and PS4 – the ultimate showdown…

The Asian Culture Club is a place to meet other teens, build community and connect through culture. Join us! Our plan is to have fun as we engage with and learn more about Asia’s many different cultures while also enjoying an occasional…

Come to the library to make something cool to take home.

***This program is for youth age 8-17. Adult supervision is required if youth younger than 8-years-old want to participate***

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Join us for the Winter Puzzle Challenge, a jigsaw puzzle series open to all ages and abilities! With six sessions, there are plenty of opportunities to dive into the world of puzzles. Whether you're a seasoned puzzler or trying it for the…

Teens! Come by the Eastmont Branch Teen Zone every Monday after school this school year and take a movie! Comedies? We got 'em! Dramas and Documentaries? We got 'em! Bonkers Sci-Fi/Fantasy & Action/Adventure? We got those too!…