Soooo the library is a hub of information and I'd call myself a library enthusiast who's always…read moreseeking information. I've been going to libraries since I was a child, checking out books, magazines, dvds, and whatever else that can be checked out. The large amount of events for all ages is also a bonus - Baby & me, toddler, and Grown Folks story time, French Conversation Circle, book clubs, sewing club, teen volunteer opportunities and so much more. Do you want to learn another language? The library. Want a guide to a better diet, or a cookbook? The library. Want to score books to add to your ow library but at an inexpensive price? The Friends of the Library bookstore inside is also a gem. I've gone in a couple of times, but during the BOGO free sale, I left with about 20 books after going back and forth a few times once already at the register. It's convenient having a main library in such a convenient location. Parking isn't my bad, but if planning to spend more than five minutes in there it's easier for me to walk. The parking spots in the parking lot are too narrow and street parking is generally taken unless coming on a weekend.

I love this library, first of all the resources are at a large. Everything is so organized and…read morereally easy to navigate through, I haven't really been to this library on a day that's super busy so it's not a place that's overly crowded although I should add I do go in the early afternoon before kiddos get out of school. My LO love their mother goose on the loose readings on thursdays, they have two times which I find to be very accommodating. This is for mamas and younger children , infant age! This library is totally kid friendly there children's calendar is definitely one to have on hand if needing something to do with your LO. They have all kinds of classes really a lot of stuff.

Mostly I am just posting to combat the ridiculous commentary about this library that is dropping…read moreits rating. It is small and old school. It is what it is... and that is fine. It doesn't need to have a huge catalog. When I go there, I'm not looking for something specific. I see what finds me. I quit streaming movies a few months ago. Every time I pop in on my early evening walk they have something interesting on disc. Same with books. I've been introduced to a ton of interesting stuff by being restricted in my choice. To me, that's a good thing. If you need something specific you can head over to the main branch. And comments on it being "old and musty" -- omg, I'm not even going to comment on that. I'm grateful to have this branch in my neighborhood!

I typically have a great experience at this library. There is a librarian who works here who wears…read moreglasses and has shorter hair. She's very kind and has helped me as a regular patron and as a teacher patron. Today I went with a friend and her toddler. Mind you, the library is outfitted with tons of accommodations for toddlers. You can't have toddler toys, toddler books, toddler attractions in GENERAL be irritated when a toddler acts like a toddler. My friends son was excited, and playing with toys. This is only his second time in a library. Instead of coming to us, and supporting him in his second visit, this old horrible man (who may be a librarian or library tech)walked up and told us we need to restrain her child or leave. Honestly, it felt racially motivated, as we are all black. I am trying to figure out who to contact about this, because I am very angry.

Quality/Quantity - One of the better city/community…read morecolleges! Good college to earn your associate degree. Better yet, a GREAT and affordable way to get into the UC system! Or to just get some certifications. Current promotion: $500 towards Fall of 2022, see their website. Atmosphere - Good size campus, not too big or small. Affordable parking: $2 a day (at least that was the pre-pandemic cost). Service - Good. Last time I was here I was getting a student ID for my daughter. It was simple and affordable. Price - N/A, unless you count parking which is/was very affordable! Owner Comment - Thanks for all you do to promote affordable higher education, trade, cultural, community, etc.

I was trying to apply for C2c program they don't not answer any of my questions and concerns they…read moreare not helpful and being disrespectful don even go there

back here today...3 months ago around October...Oakland is a suburb of San Francisco. The weather…read moreis nicer year round...downtown and a place with homes...public buildings libraries museums whole foods. lake merritt is nice...a landmark? are u in 8th grade? what time does this close? each day 8pm..bart? metro? each day...in the future...won't stop it yourself...stop trains...are u a comic book character...is this a game? arcade? comic books? no ...it's time

5stsr service from both the Magazine and Newspaper room and the Oakland History staff. High praise…read morefor George and Ian for going the extra yard and helping a customer avoid a trip in! I love OPL, but parking is so tough

This is a hidden gem. The library has several books but what makes it so unique is their Asian…read morevariety compared to other libraries. They also have book sections by Asian language and free computer use. I found the library while grabbing lunch across the street. Several places to eat and shop. It's also within walking distance from BART and the Oakland museum.

Date: 10/8/2025 Time: 7:20 PM 66° Cool…read more I didn't realize that this library closes at 8 PM on Wednesdays. have to do some copying work of two documents. The clerk at the information desk was very helpful, scanned the 5 pages for me. It was 15¢ per page. I'm glad the library was still open. I thanked her for helping me. She saw my Oakland Public library card on my keychain; thus, I did not need a replacement card.

The West Oakland Library is is a small branch yet has friendly staff…read more Some of the new books here were: The Subterraneans by Jack Kerouac The Sun It also Rises by Ernest Hemingway The Anointed Song Lyrics of Bob Dylan There was a book display of books by the Black Panthers that have roots in Oakland. There was several hip hop books including several about Tupac Shakur. They had the current & back issues of Slam Basketball magazine. They had a vegan slow cooker cookbook. The West Oakland Library is a short walk to the Mandela Food Cooperative & the West Oakland BART.

The employees show concern and assist those who need help in regards of a book or locating PIC.read more

I recently went to the Montclair Branch Library. It is in a converted cottage and is charming. The…read morelibrary is small yet nice selection and friendly staff. I loved the owls on the sign that greet you on your way in. They had Joseph Heller's Catch 22 classic here and a memoir by John Waters on display. Loved that they had boxsets of the Beatles and Miles Davis. The beauty of the Oakland library system is you can put a hold on items from other library branches to pick up here if this is your local branch.

A beautiful cottage style library, space constraints limits its collection but it is an absolute…read moregem. Nestled in the hills above Oakland, the perfect spot to read a book.

Tiny branch library, but it's the one in walking distance. If I can't find an ebook of something,…read moreI'll have the physical book sent to this branch, and it usually shows up for pickup within 1-2 days. Returns are super easy with all the book drops outside. The main library does a better job of curating adult books (new releases, hot titles) so I rarely come out of the Piedmont library with something I didn't already expect to pick up, but these little branch libraries aren't exactly sized for extended browsing.

The Piedmont library is not just one of the smallest libraries in the Oakland Public library system…read moreI've seen, but one of the smallest libraries I have ever been in period. For it's size though it is a quality over quantity. There is a smart collection of magazines, books, DVDs, CDs, & graphic novels. Patrons here have access to the entire Oakland library online & all the libraries in CA through the Link Plus interlibrary loan system to pick up items on their hold shelf. There are two computers for internet. There is also a printer for print jobs or Xerox copies. Staff here is friendly. Kudos for the great selection of magazines including Lonely Planet for travel, Lucky Peach for foodies, & MOJO which is probably the best music magazine out there. Magazines is where the Piedmont Ave Branch Library seems to shine brightest. Piedmont Ave Branch Library is a short walk from Timeless Coffee which is a fully vegan coffeehouse serving heavenly hot drinks, desserts, & brunch. Check them out! The hours of the Piedmont Ave Branch Library are: Sun- Closed Mon- Closed Tues- 12:30pm to 8pm Wed- 10am to 5:30pm Thurs- 10am to 5:30pm Fri- 12pm to 5:30pm Sat- 10am to 5:30pm

I stopped by the library briefly and appreciated how peaceful it was. It's the kind of place that…read morehelps you focus naturally.

I live in San Francisco now yet still got love for Oakland and the East Bay. Rockridge is a fun…read moreneighborhood. Millennium is here for a special occasion fine dining at a vegan restaurant. They were named one of the top 25 vegan and vegetarian restaurants in the world. There are some fun bookstores in Rockridge and the Rockridge Branch Library is on point. When I walked in there was a display of cookbooks including Oakland's own vegan cookbook author Bryant Terry's book Vegan Soul Kitchen and the fun vegan cookbook Thug Kitchen: Part Grub for social mother f*ckers. Inside they had some nice records in the CD music section and couple of stellar vegan cookbooks. I loved the shelf with the display of Staff Picks with several books on display. That was a nice touch. Staff was friendly. This branch is an A+

Beacause of this library I don't need my printer any longer…read more Because of this library I no longer need to patronize FedEx Office. Because of this library I don't realky need Netflix. There is so much they have to offer and I don't have to pay for! Parking is more plentiful than it looks. Go inside and seek a parking permit. Your car will be safe from towing. If you're just parking there and not using the library while it is open you may have a not so pleasant surprise coming up. And, the best part is that the librarians and technicians are wonderful people.

I'm here in Oakland, visiting some of the iconic locations that have stayed here for almost or over…read more70 years! The Lakeview Branch Library has got to be one of the smallest little fully functioning libraries I have ever seen. Tiny building hasn't been replace in all these years. It's been remolded and updated inside, even has all the modern things like the internet! Using the internet, I haven been in a library for as long as I can remember! Dewey decimal system .... I just heard of it, I have no idea how it works! You can still even get a "library card" here! My guide tells me he wasn't much of a reader, even as a child, but the big soft chairs they had were good to sit in. He tells me of this "card catalog" thing, that's where you looked up a book and then it told you where to find it. Oh God , I love Google way better! I'm glad iconic landmarks like this are still around, it takes someone past a certain age to remember all the thing here the way it used to be.