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Richard Aoki, Controversial Activist and Panther, Subject of Talk at Temescal Branch |
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WHEN: Tuesday, September 11 at 6:30 PM
WHERE: Temescal Branch, 5205 Telegraph Ave.
 Fresh on the heels of recent controversy surrounding Black Panther member Richard Aoki, his biographer, Diane Fujino, will make an appearance at the Temescal Branch. Ms. Fujino will discuss her new book, Samurai among Panthers: Richard Aoki on Race, Resistance, and a Paradoxical Life. She will also respond to more recent allegations that Mr. Aoki was an FBI informant. It promises to be a stimulating discussion!
For information, please call Temescal Branch at 597-5049.
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JOB ON!
Free Job Searching Classes Offered at Main Library and Eastmont Branch
Looking for the secrets to job search success? The Library is offering a series of free classes that may help you with your job search. Learn how to set realistic goals, create an effective resume, assess your skills, and rock your interview!
Four different courses are available at two locations.
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Mysterious Women
WHEN: Saturday, September 15, 2-4 pm
WHERE: Main Library, Bradley Walters Community Room, 125 14th Street
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Janet Dawson |
Continuing a very popular series of appearances by best-selling authors of mysteries and suspense, the Main Library is hosting a reading by Janet Dawson, Sarah Andrews, and Jonnie Jacobs. They will talk about their recent books and discuss the craft of mystery writing.
For more information, please call 238-3138.
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Support YOUR Library: Volunteer!
Openings for adult volunteers
Library-sponsored programs
- Adult literacy tutors
- Pre-school story readers
- Computer docents at two branch locations
Friends of the Library volunteer opportunities
- The Bookmark Bookstore outreach volunteers
Learn about these ongoing opportunities and more at an upcoming Information Session:
Tuesday, September 18, 2012, 6:15 to 7:30 PM
Cesar Chavez Branch, 3301 East 12th St., Suite 271
Saturday, September 22, 2012, 10:15 to 11:30 a.m.
Main Library, Brad Walters Community Room, 125 14th St
For information and to register, call
Winifred Walters (510) 238-6932
Or email: wwalters@oaklandlibrary.org
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