Friends of the Oakland Park Library

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Friends of the Oakland Park Library Promoting the Friends of the Oakland Park Library and library events & services. ​​The Friends of the Ethel M. Gordon Oakland Park Library, Inc.

was originally established in 1994 as a nonprofit organization with the following objectives:

-To maintain an association of persons interested in our municipal library
-To focus public attention on library issues, services and programs
-To promote the library as a cultural and educational asset of our community
-To sponsor fund raising projects to enhance library services and resources beyond the level funded by the library's budget. Interested in joining the Friends of the Ethel M. Gordon Oakland Park Library? Visit https://oaklandparkfl.gov/528/Friends-of-the-Library

Friends Executive Board:
President: Mary Zalaznik
Vice President: Sharon Hitchcock
Secretary: [VACANT]
Treasurer: Jennifer Hughes
Members At-Large: Tom Hardy, JoAnn Green, Laura Bowleg, Astrid Romani, Rose Booth
Library Liaison: Heidi Burnett, Sheree Clayton

This Banned Books Week, we’re teaming up with Libro.fm and Silent Book Club to host a Banned Books Read-In to protest b...
10/02/2026

This Banned Books Week, we’re teaming up with Libro.fm and Silent Book Club to host a Banned Books Read-In to protest book censorship. Join us as we read and take action to fight book bans! Attendees will also receive a free audio copy of either Banned Together or How to Defend Books and Why! Participate in our online challenge through Beanstack for a chance to win a Target Gift Card!

Teens! Did you know that the library has a Poetry Club? Come and share an original poem or one by your favorite author! ...
10/02/2026

Teens! Did you know that the library has a Poetry Club? Come and share an original poem or one by your favorite author! 📝

📅 Every last Thursday
⏰ 6pm - 7pm

🍂 October is packed with opportunities at Oakland Park Library! Celebrate Banned Books Week by exploring challenged stor...
10/01/2026

🍂 October is packed with opportunities at Oakland Park Library! Celebrate Banned Books Week by exploring challenged stories and joining our Banned Book Read-In, then get a head start on your future with our College Essay Support After School Drop-In sessions throughout the month. From storytimes and book clubs to homework help and teen programs, there's something for everyone!

Have you signed up for the upcoming breathwork class on October 8th from 11:30am to 12:30pm! 🧘✨Click the linktree in our...
09/30/2026

Have you signed up for the upcoming breathwork class on October 8th from 11:30am to 12:30pm! 🧘✨

Click the linktree in our bio, and then click "Register for Library Activities" to secure your spot!

Need a little extra help with your homework? Our staff and volunteers are here to provide guidance, answer questions, an...
09/29/2026

Need a little extra help with your homework? Our staff and volunteers are here to provide guidance, answer questions, and help students work through assignments.

👧 Ages 6–13
📅 Tuesdays & Thursdays
⏰ 4:00–5:00 PM
📌 No registration required — just stop by and sign in!

📱 For more information, call or text 954-630-4372.

Every Last Wednesday Storytime at the library gets even a little more special! 🐾📚Leashes for Literacy is our monthly Sto...
09/28/2026

Every Last Wednesday Storytime at the library gets even a little more special! 🐾📚

Leashes for Literacy is our monthly Storytime with a therapy dog! Children can enjoy a fun story, spend some time with a furry friend, and practice their reading skills in a relaxed and encouraging environment. 🐶❤️

Join us for stories, smiles, and plenty of tail wags! We hope to see you there!

📚 Did you know that the library host a Silent Book Club just for High Schoolers!Bring your own book (or grab one from ou...
09/24/2026

📚 Did you know that the library host a Silent Book Club just for High Schoolers!

Bring your own book (or grab one from our collection), find a comfy spot, and enjoy some quiet reading time while meeting new people. 📖✨

Join us every third Monday of the month from 4:30–5:30 PM during the school year. No registration required!

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at the Oakland Park Library! Join us for an evening of music, stories, and culture fea...
09/15/2026

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at the Oakland Park Library! Join us for an evening of music, stories, and culture featuring Mariachi Rodeo and storyteller Carrie Sue Ayvar, with stories told in English and Spanish. 💃✨

📅 Tuesday, September 22
⏰ 6:00–7:00 PM
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 All ages welcome!

📚💛 Celebrate Good Neighbor Day with a good book! 💛📚Stop by the Friends of the Oakland Park Library Used Book Sale during...
09/04/2026

📚💛 Celebrate Good Neighbor Day with a good book! 💛📚

Stop by the Friends of the Oakland Park Library Used Book Sale during Good Neighbor Day and find your next great read! 📖✨ We’ll have a variety of like-new and gently used books at low prices, so there’s something for every reader.

Bring a friend, meet your neighbors, and stock up on books while supporting the Friends of the Oakland Park Library! 🏡📚

📅 Saturday, September 12
⏰ 10 AM–1 PM
📍 Oakland Park Library
3900 NE 3rd Ave, Oakland Park, FL 33334

Come for Good Neighbor Day, stay for the books! 💛📚

🍂📚 September is here at Oakland Park Library! 📚🍂We’ve got a full month of programs for all ages! Here’s what’s happening...
09/01/2026

🍂📚 September is here at Oakland Park Library! 📚🍂

We’ve got a full month of programs for all ages! Here’s what’s happening:

🐾 Leashes for Literacy - Every 5th or Last Wednesday of the Month @ 10am
📖 Silent Book Club for Teens – Every Third Monday @ 4:30pm
💃 Spanish Heritage Month Storytime – September 22nd @ 6pm
🧘‍♀️ Breathwork Workshop (18+) – September 10 @ 11:30am
🎤 Teen Poetry Club – September 24 @ 6pm

And we’re excited to say Homework Help & Reading Buddies are BACK! 🎉📚 Get extra support with schoolwork or practice your reading with one of our teen volunteers.
📝 Homework Help - Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 4pm
📖Reading Buddies - Wednesdays @ 4:30pm

Check out the September calendar and join us at the library! 💚📚

Program registration may be required. Visit our website or call 954-630-4370 for details.

Address

3900 NE 3rd Avenue
Oakland Park, FL
33334

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 11am - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 11am - 8pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+19546304370

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