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Alameda Free Library (Main)

152 upcoming events for kids and families at Alameda Free Library (Main), straight from the calendar we read every week.

Library · Alameda · Updated September 16, 2026

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SUNDAY
20
SEPTEMBER
MONDAY
21
SEPTEMBER

5:30 PM – 6:30 PM·Main Library, Bradley C. Walters Community Room, Oakland

Come to the library and have fun! Zumba Jam with instructor Tabitha Pulliam on the first, second and third Monday of the month. Get accessibility information .

6 PM – 7 PM·Main Library, Fishbowl Room, 1st floor, Oakland

OBSERVE The following options are available to observe this meeting: Online video teleconference via Zoom: Click on the link below to join the webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8446... Telephone (for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location): US: +1 669 444 9171 or +1 719 359 4580 or +1 720 707 269…

TUESDAY
22
SEPTEMBER

10:30 AM – 1 PM·Main Library, Multipurpose Room, Santa Monica · San Mateo

Santa Monica Public Library hosts an ongoing series of English as a Second Language (ESL) conversation classes taught by Adult Education Center instructors. Classes are free and students must be 18 years or older to attend. Community parents and SMMUSD parents have priority enrollment.

5:30 PM – 7 PM·Main Library, Usually meets in Lower Level community room., Oakland

Tired of the same old mimics and gelatinous cubes? Join us to discover the games beyond D&D! Players can expect short campaigns featuring interesting and innovative TTRPG systems led by an experienced and imaginative DM. This event is suitable for beginners and seasoned players alike who are interested in collaborative…

WEDNESDAY
23
SEPTEMBER

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM·Main Library, 1st Floor, Oakland

Chair yoga is designed for those who have difficulty getting up and down from the floor due to arthritis, knee injury, back pain or any other reason. Learn from a certified yoga instructor how a daily practice will improve your strength, flexibility, and balance. Meditation elements are included to help you develop gre…

11:30 AM – 12 PM·Main Library, Youth Activity Room, Santa Monica · San Mateo

Lapsit storytime with interactive books, bounces, and more. Limited space; first come, first served. For ages 0 - walking.

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…

5:30 PM – 6:30 PM·Main Library, Oakland

Back by popular demand! Learn how to mend your clothes with artist Bea Byrne . We'll cover shortening pants, mending holes and replacing lost buttons. Practice garments will be provided but you are also welcome to bring your own clean clothes for advice on how to mend them. Space is limited to 15 participants | Doors o…

5:30 PM – 7:45 PM·Main Library, on second floor in Second Start space, Oakland

interested in: Building college-level reading, writing and discussion skills? Learning through conversation in a small, supportive classroom? No test, and GED not required. Free tuition and supplies! For more information: www.oaklandclemente.org

THURSDAY
24
SEPTEMBER

10:30 AM · 1:30 PM·Main Library · Alameda

10:30 AM – 1 PM·Main Library, Multipurpose Room, Santa Monica · San Mateo

Santa Monica Public Library hosts an ongoing series of English as a Second Language (ESL) conversation classes taught by Adult Education Center instructors. Classes are free and students must be 18 years or older to attend. Community parents and SMMUSD parents have priority enrollment.

2 PM – 6 PM·Main Library, Lobby, Santa Monica · San Mateo

Need your legal questions answered? Want to learn more about the law or prepare to go to court? An LA Law Library legal research specialist can help! Assistance provided on a first arrival, drop-in basis; no appointment necessary. Legal research specialists are not attorneys and cannot provide legal advice, help fill o…

2 PM – 4 PM·Main Library, Tutoring Center, Santa Monica · San Mateo

Volunteer tutors provide help with reading documents or written tasks, using mobile devices, navigating government websites, filling out forms, using email, writing resumes and more. Assistance provided on a drop-in, first arrival basis.

2 PM – 4 PM·Main Library, Tutoring Center, Santa Monica · San Mateo

Volunteer tutors provide help with reading documents or written tasks, using mobile devices, navigating government websites, filling out forms, using email, writing resumes and more. Assistance provided on a drop-in, first arrival basis.

2 PM – 4 PM·Main Library, Computer Classroom, Santa Monica · San Mateo

Build computer skills at your own pace through guided online lessons. Support is available if needed.

4 PM – 5 PM·Main Library, Youth Activity Room, Santa Monica · San Mateo

Explore the limits of your building imagination or try out one of our suggested builds. All materials provided. For ages 18 months - 11 years old.

6 PM – 7:45 PM·Main Library, Bradley C. Walters Community room on the ground floor, Oakland

Learn how to recognize life-threatening bleeding and act quickly to control it with 3 different techniques. After a brief lecture, BMRC instructors will teach participants these hands-on skills in small groups, using manikins and special materials. You will practice (1) applying direct pressure, (2) packing a wound, an…

6 PM – 7 PM·Main Library, 1st Floor Meeting Room, Oakland

Practice speaking English with other learners and Library staff. New topics every week. All levels are welcome! Get accessibility information .

FRIDAY
25
SEPTEMBER
SATURDAY
26
SEPTEMBER

10 AM – 12:30 PM·Main Library, Community Room, Santa Monica · San Mateo

An ongoing series of citizenship classes taught by Adult Education Center instructors. The classes help students study the 100 civics questions, practice the dictations, review the citizenship application, and prepare for the interview. Classes are free and students must be 18 years or older to attend. Community and SM…

10:30 AM – 12 PM·Main Library, First Floor Conference Room, "Fishbowl", Oakland

A Tribe Called Queer Book Club at the Main Library - led by founder Sabine, this monthly book club centers the QTBIPOC experience, and intentionally discusses the work of QTBIPOC authors. We will read books written by both well known and emerging QTBIPOC authors. This book club centers self love, discovery, education,…

SUNDAY
27
SEPTEMBER
MONDAY
28
SEPTEMBER

5:45 PM – 7:15 PM·Main Library, Brad Walters Community Room, Oakland

OBSERVE The following options are available to observe this meeting: Online video teleconference via Zoom: Click on the link below to join the webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81918489213?pwd=bMXgo4mBmZYffazFKbTFwfE5TbXQuR.1 Telephone (for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location): US: +1 669 444…

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