Adult Arts & Crafts

Wed · Sep 23·6 PM – 7:30 PM·Temescal Branch, Lower Level Community Room., Oakland

Join us each month as we try out a new activity. No artistic experience is needed. Supplies will be provided. Available on a first come, first served basis as supplies and space allow. For Adults only. Contact the branch to learn about upcoming crafts. This program is possible thanks to a grant from the Friends of Oakl…

Wed · Sep 16·2 PM – 3 PM·Lakeview Branch, Oakland

Come and get creative with us here at Lakeview! We will be doing a different craft every week. Crafts are geared towards ages 6-11 but younger kids are welcome with an adult present. The program is every Wednesday from 2-3pm. All supplies are provided. Get accessibility information .

Wed · Sep 16·2 PM – 3:30 PM·Fruitvale Branch, Oakland

Join us every Wednesday afternoon for a relaxing and fun-filled activity! After our exciting MOCHA program on the first Wednesday of the month, kids can look forward to a new craft every week with Crafternoon for Kids ! Each week, children can explore their creativity with a different craft—whether they’re painting, cu…

Wed · Sep 16·9:30 AM·Roberts, Oakland

ROBERTS REGIONAL RECREATION AREA: Take this shady Moderate Trails Challenge 5-mile hike traversing Roberts to Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park. We will be hiking up and down the hills, through the lush forest for a total of 1112 ft elevation difference. Wear sturdy footwear, bring water and dress in layers for the weath…

Wed · Sep 16·5:30 PM – 7 PM·Main Library, Oakland

Join OPL and local artist Rachel Palacios for a repujados workshop in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month! This is a hands-on workshop where participants will learn about the basics of repujados, a traditional metal embossing craft from Mexico, and create a one-of-a-kind repujado of their own. All materials will be…

Wed · Sep 16·3 PM – 5 PM·Main Library TeenZone, Oakland

Make your crafty dreams come true at our weekly Teen Crafternoons! Drop by the Main Library TeenZone every Wednesday between 3:00-5:00pm to bead, sew, paint, glue, crochet, collage, and more with our collection of craft materials. We do a different craft every week! For youth in 6th-12th grades. Get accessibility infor…

Thu · Sep 17·10 AM – 2 PM·The Crucible · Oakland

Sun · Sep 20·11 AM – 2 PM·Miss Muffet’s Garden · Oakland

Thu · Sep 3·2 PM – 3:30 PM·Dimond Branch, Community Room, Oakland

Come to the Dimond Library to knit in community. Join other knitters in conversation, exchange knowledge and ideas and learn from others if you are new to knitting. What to Bring: Your current knitting or crochet project. Your preferred yarn and needles/hooks. A smile and a willingness to connect with fellow crafters.…

Thu · Sep 3·3:30 PM – 5 PM·Main Library TeenZone, Oakland

Learn to use a sewing machine at the library! In this monthly drop-in program, we'll guide you through the basics of using a Singer Heavy Duty sewing machine. Perfect for the complete beginner or anyone needing a refresher. Join us in the Main Library TeenZone from 3:30-5:00pm on 1st Thursdays. For teens ages 12-18. Al…

Thu · Sep 3·3:30 PM – 4:30 PM·Eastmont Branch, 7200 Bancroft Ste. #211 Oakland, Oakland

Teens! Come to the Eastmont Branch TeenZone & DJ the music you love for the world to hear! Eastside Teen Radio takes place on the first Thursday of each month at 3:30pm!