Jewelry and Crafts for Adults

Sat · Sep 26·1 PM – 2 PM·Melrose Branch, Adult Area, Oakland

Join us every Saturday at 1 p.m. for jewelry making and original decorative craft projects. All materials provided.

Sat · Oct 3·1 PM – 2 PM·Melrose Branch, Adult Area, Oakland

Join us every Saturday at 1 p.m. for jewelry making and original decorative craft projects. All materials provided.

Sat · Oct 17·1 PM – 2 PM·Melrose Branch, Adult Area, Oakland

Join us every Saturday at 1 p.m. for jewelry making and original decorative craft projects. All materials provided.

Sat · Oct 24·1 PM – 2 PM·Melrose Branch, Adult Area, Oakland

Join us every Saturday at 1 p.m. for jewelry making and original decorative craft projects. All materials provided.

Sat · Oct 10·1 PM · 3:30 PM·Montclair Branch, Oakland

Join OPL and local artist Rachel Palacios for a repujados workshop in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month! This is a hands-on workshop where participants will learn about the basics of repujados, a traditional metal embossing craft from Mexico, and create a one-of-a-kind repujado of their own. All materials will be…

Sat · Oct 10·8 PM – 11 PM·Dinkelspiel House Tea Garden · Oakland

Sat · Oct 10·Melrose Branch, Adult Area, Oakland

“Because of Our History” – Creativity Explored on African American history and artist’s place in the narrative. What is the role of the artist in the preservation and telling of history? “Because of Our History,” a quote from the late Creativity Explored artist Antonio Benjamin, speaks to the importance of Black cultur…

Fri · Oct 9·3:30 PM – 5 PM·81st Avenue Branch, Oakland

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and create your own design on a Talavera tile. Talavera tiles are a cultural and artistic legacy that began in 16th‑century Spain and evolved in Puebla, Mexico, becoming a symbol of Mexican heritage, craftsmanship, and cross‑cultural exchange. This is opportunity for teens to not only…

Fri · Oct 9·3:30 PM – 4:30 PM·Main Library TeenZone, Oakland

Celebrate the freedom to read by joining us in a Banned Books Weeks craft - make your own miniature banned book keychain . Choose from a variety of book covers from recent banned books, including: Gender Queer, Hunger Games, 1984, The Hate U Give, Looking for Alaska, Heartstopper, and more. For teens 12-18 - all materi…

Sat · Oct 17·10 AM – 4 PM·Children's Fairyland · Oakland

A brand new event at Fairyland celebrating the magic of autumn with fall flavors, nature-inspired activities, a giant leaf pit, themed arts & crafts, and a cornucopia of family fun! — Celebrate the magic of autumn at Children’s Fairyland! Fall Fest brings seasonal charm to the Park with festive fall decor, nature-inspi…

Sun · Sep 20·10 AM – 12 PM·Fruitvale Branch, Oakland

Come and get basic computer help every Sunday 10-12pm. Tutoring is in English only. Call to make an appointment. Drop in is first come first serve, after appointments. Get accessibility information .

Sun · Sep 20·11 AM – 1:30 PM·Fruitvale Branch, Oakland

Tatiana Chaterji provides training in Theatre of the Oppressed and healing with youth and community members. Join us for this restorative practice and book talk. More information can be found at https://www.tatianachaterji.com/ ofrece formación en Teatro del Oprimido y procesos de sanación dirigidos a jóvenes y miembro…

Sun · Sep 20·2 PM – 4:30 PM·Main Library TeenZone, 2nd floor , Oakland

Teens! Do you like games that involve worldbuilding, narrative, and strategy? Come and meet other teens and play the fun Magic the Gathering (MtG) game Commander . Open to new and experienced players. All teens aged 12-18 welcome. All materials provided (including snacks!).