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October Closures
The Library will be closed Friday, October 23 due to the citywide budget shortage.
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Vol. 2, No. 10 October 1, 2009
Greetings!
Welcome to the the Oakland Public Library's monthly e-newsletter! We are providing this vehicle to keep our community updated about the latest library news and events. Please forward it to any friends and neighbors you know who might be interested in subscribing. If you do not wish to receive future issues, you can unsubscribe at any time. Happy reading! |
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Loma Prieta: 20 Years Later
Oakland History Room Looks Back on '89 Quake |
It's hard to believe 20 years have passed since Northern California was rocked by the Loma Prieta earthquake. To mark the anniversary, on Saturday, October 17, 2009, from 1 to 4 pm, the Oakland History Room presents Loma Prieta: 20 Years Later, an afternoon of memories and oral histories. The day was significant in so many ways, generating memories both personal and of far-reaching importance. The Bay Bridge broke. The Cypress Freeway collapsed. The World Series, coincidentally pitting two local teams against each other, was delayed. Neighbors and complete strangers joined forces to cope with hardships and tragedies.  Come tell your story for an electronic video archive and hear the stories of your neighbors who endured the fateful day 20 years ago when the San Andreas fault let loose. The event promises to feature a surprise special guest. (Hint: he was wearing an Oakland A's uniform that day.) This event will take place in the Main Library's West Auditorium. |
 You can always count on your local library to make children's spines tingle before Halloween. Throughout October, the library offers a full line-up of fun and slightly spooky events that are sure to get your little ghouls and goblins excited about the big night at the end of the month. Most involve hands-on arts and crafts projects. Also mark your calendars for the exciting Wizard's Lab, brought to you by the Lawrence Hall of Science, and some scary (and not so scary) storytimes.
Here's a complete rundown of events.
Spooky Halloween Crafts
Join us for a spooky good time making spider decorations and cat masks.
- Dimond Branch, Friday, October 9, 3:30 pm
- Asian Branch, Wednesday, October 21, 2 pm
- Eastmont -Branch, Saturday, October 24, 1 pm - West Oakland Branch, Wednesday, October 28, 3 pm - César Chávez Branch, Saturday, October 31, 1 pm - Main Library-Children's Room, Friday, October 30, 3:30 pm - Rockridge Branch, Saturday, October 31, 2 pm  Lawrence Hall of Science Wizard's Lab
A ball floats and spins in midair, fingers pass through a seemingly solid object, words whispered into a metal can are heard over 10 feet away. Experience the amazing, mysterious, and spooky world of science in the Lawrence Hall of Science Wizard's Lab for Halloween. - Main Library-West Auditorium Saturday, October 24, 2 to 4 pm Scary Stories, Very Scary Stories, Very Very Scary Stories, Verrrrry Scary Stories
Join Dimond's librarians for progressively scary stories that will start with preschoolers and end with the bravest of the brave. Come in costume, if you dare. - Dimond Branch, Tuesday, October 27, 7 pm  Slightly Spooky Stories for Halloween
Come to the Rockridge Branch in your Halloween costume and get some early treats! - Rockridge Branch, Tuesday, October 27, 7 pm |
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Black Panther Party History Month
Black Panthers Subject of Exhibits and Film Fest in October |
The Black Panthers figure prominently in the Library's programming for October, with two exhibits and a film festival planned.
West Oakland Branch gets things started with a month-long exhibit, Movement Papers of the '60s and '70s, a retrospective of the homegrown newspapers serving the black and poor communities and student newspapers that grew out of underground movements here in the Bay Area. On display are Black Panther Party newspapers, the Berkeley Barb, the Sun Reporter, Merritt College BSU newsletters, the Berkeley Tribe, SF Good Times, and Flatlands. West Oakland Branch is located at 1801 Adeline Street. Call 238-7352 for information.
 On Thursday, October 15, the Main Library will put on a one-day exhibit, Women of the Black Panther Party and Beyond. This exhibit will celebrate the women of the Black Panther Party with photos, art and a short film honoring their service to the community, leadership, and vision. Hear the experiences of women fighting to uplift the community.
The exhibit will be up from 2 to 8 pm, with the program starting at 5:30 pm. The Main Library is at 125 14th St. The event will take place downstairs in the West Auditorium.
On Saturday, October 17, West Oakland Branch and It's about Time presents the Black Panther Film Fest. Three films will be screened: Legacy of Torture: The War Against The Black Liberation Movement; Merritt College: Home of the Black Panthers; and Lord of the Revolution. Films screen from 1 to 5 pm. All are welcome!
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October 8 - 11
Big Sale at Bookmark Bookstore this Month |
 The Bookmark Bookstore, operated by the Friends of the Oakland Public Library, will have its 30% off fall sale October 8 - 11, 2009 (Thursday - Sunday). The Bookmark will be open from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. each day this sale is happening.
Wednesday October 7 is "Members' First Choice Day". FOPL members receive the 30% discount of all purchases one day early. For information about how to join FOPL, click here, or stop in and speak with a store volunteer.
The Bookmark is open Monday through Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
The Bookmark is located at 721 Washington St in Old Oakland.
When you shop the Bookmark, you are supporting the Oakland Public Library! Call 510-444-0473 for more information, or visit the Friends online.
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Books for Wider Horizons
Train to be a Volunteer Story Reader in October & November |
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Books for Wider Horizons is seeking adult volunteers to read to children once a week at a local preschool or childcare center. Participants must complete a 7-session training at Rockridge Branch before they are placed. Please call 238-7453 for more information or to sign up! The fall schedule for classes is:
- October 17, from 9 to 11:30 am
- October 19, from 6 to 8:15 pm
- October 20, from 6 to 8:15 pm
- November 3, from 6 to 8:15 pm
- November 4, from 6 to 8:15 pm
- November 5, from 6 to 8:15 pm
- November 7, from 9 am to 3 pm
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The Oakland Public Library informs, inspires, and delights our diverse community as a resource for information, knowledge, and artistic and literary expression, providing the best in traditional services, new technologies, and innovative programs. |
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