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Oakland Public Library, Asian Branch

Downtown Oakland

Oakland's only library dedicated to Asian literature and culture offers books and DVDs in English, Japanese, Vietnamese, and other Asian languages. Cozy and community-focused, it's a gem in the heart of Chinatown.

Small Chinatown library
Asian language books
Kids' coloring area
Friendly local staff

Tips

🎨borrow toys and coloring pages for kids
🚻grab the restroom key from front desk

Oakland Public Library, Asian Branch

388 9th St #190, Oakland, CA 94607, USA

Upcoming at Oakland Public Library, Asian Branch

Saturday, Jun 13
Mr. Elephant Music and Puppets

Mr. Elephant Music and Puppets

June 13 at 10:30am

Mr. Elephant brings songs and silly puppets to life for a playful hour at Oakland's Asian Branch Library. Kids can sing along, meet the puppets, and explore a library full of books in Asian languages.

Tuesday, Jul 7
MOCHA Art Workshop

MOCHA Art Workshop

July 7 at 3:30pm

Let your kids get messy without the cleanup. MOCHA artists lead monthly drop-in workshops at Oakland's Asian Branch Library, where kids paint, draw, and sculpt with all supplies provided. Just show up, no registration needed.