Because Of Our History - Art Exhibit from Creativity Explored

Fri · Sep 4·Melrose Branch, Adult Area, Oakland

“Because of Our History” – Creativity Explored on African American history and artist’s place in the narrative. What is the role of the artist in the preservation and telling of history? “Because of Our History,” a quote from the late Creativity Explored artist Antonio Benjamin, speaks to the importance of Black cultur…

Sat · Sep 5·Melrose Branch, Adult Area, Oakland

“Because of Our History” – Creativity Explored on African American history and artist’s place in the narrative. What is the role of the artist in the preservation and telling of history? “Because of Our History,” a quote from the late Creativity Explored artist Antonio Benjamin, speaks to the importance of Black cultur…

Sun · Sep 6·Melrose Branch, Adult Area, Oakland

“Because of Our History” – Creativity Explored on African American history and artist’s place in the narrative. What is the role of the artist in the preservation and telling of history? “Because of Our History,” a quote from the late Creativity Explored artist Antonio Benjamin, speaks to the importance of Black cultur…

Mon · Sep 28·10 AM – 4 PM·Children's Fairyland · Oakland

Mon · Sep 28·10:30 AM – 11 AM·Main Children's Room, Oakland

Songs, active rhymes and stories especially for ages 18 months to 3 years. Every Monday morning at 10:30am. Stay and play after Storytime with fun age-appropriate toys. Get accessibility information .

Mon · Sep 28·11 AM – 1 PM·Piedmont Avenue Branch, Oakland

Join us every second and fourth Monday of the month for a delightful early afternoon of yarn, needles, and good company at our Adult Knitting & Crochet Circle! Settle into a warm and inviting space where creativity and conversation intertwine. If you need assistance with anything or have questions, Susan is here to hel…

Thu · Sep 3·11 AM – 12 PM·Melrose Branch, Outside Garden, Oakland

Join us in the Melrose Branch Garden and Patio for open play time! Try some seasonal, fresh vegetables from the garden! Pick herbs for tea and cooking. Acompañanos a jugar en el Patio de Melrose. ¡Prueba algunas verduras frescas de temporada de la huerta! Recoge hierbas para infusiones y para cocinar.

Thu · Sep 3·1 PM – 3 PM·Rockridge Branch, Oakland

Join us every Thursday afternoon for creativity and conversation in a warm and inviting space. You are invited to bring your own projects (knitting, crocheting, sewing, quilting and more!) and enjoy the good company of other fiber art creatives. This group has been meeting now for nearly two years and whether you're a…

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.…