Open Art Lab

Wed · Sep 23·5 PM – 7 PM·Main Library, Ground Floor, Community Room, Oakland

Unleash your inner maker at our Open Art Lab! This is your dedicated space and time to bring your creative projects to life. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just getting started, you'll have access to professional tools like: Sewing & Serger Machines Cricut Maker & Supplies And much more! Supplies Provided & Needed We…

Wed · Oct 14·12 PM – 2 PM·Main Library, Ground Floor, Bradley C. Walters meeting room, Oakland

Unleash your inner maker at our Open Art Lab! This is your dedicated space and time to bring your creative projects to life. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just getting started, you'll have access to professional tools like: Sewing & Serger Machines Cricut Maker & Supplies And much more! Supplies Provided & Needed We…

Sat · Oct 17·10 AM – 12 PM·Fruitvale Branch, Oakland

Le invitamos a reunirse con nosotros en la sucursal Fruitvale para el fin de nuestro grupo de tejer, guiado por tejedoras expertas de Unión Maya. ¡Aprenda los fundamentos del tejido tradicional, observe técnicas ancestrales y comparta un espacio de aprendizaje comunitario! Esta última sesión está abierta al público. Ha…

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…

Sat · Oct 17·2 PM – 4 PM·Fruitvale Branch, Oakland

Local artist Amor Eterno Arte is back with another linocut block printing workshop in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month! This is a hands-on workshop where participants will learn about the basics of block printing and then make their own print to take home. All materials will be provided by the library, while supp…

Sat · Oct 17·1:15 PM – 2:45 PM·Melrose Branch, Oakland

Join us for monthly art workshops for children and families led by teachers from the Museum of Children's Art (MOCHA) . For ages 5-15 and caregivers. MOCHA workshops focus on building creativity, social-emotional and academic skills through art. This program is supported by funding provided by the Friends of the Oaklan…

Sat · Oct 17·2:30 PM·Event Location, 1241 Manor Blvd, San Leandro

Celebrate Halloween with Arts and Crafts. Open to children of all ages. No registration required. While supplies last.

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!).