August Happenings

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Upcoming Events

Mahjong | August 2 (First Sundays 12-5PM)

Oakland Works Wednesdays | August 5, 12, 19, 26 (Wednesdays 11AM-5PM)

Free Children's Book Giveaway | August 9 (Second Sundays 11AM-5PM)

Monthly Member Sale | August 15 (Third Saturdays 11AM-6PM)

Old Oakland Summer Stroll | August 28 (Fourth Fridays 11AM-7:30PM)

Check out our seasonal curations in the shop!

August is bumpin' at the Bookmark Bookstore, where we're hosting our next Monthly Member Sale on Saturday, August 15. Members receive 50% off on Saturday from 11AM-6PM; everyone receives 30% off on Sunday, August 16 from 11AM-5PM.

Purchases are limited to 100 items/day* per customer or party (no scanners). Our sale continues with Bulk Buyer Day on Monday, August 17. On BBD only, every month on the Monday after our Member sale, scanners are permitted and customers enjoy 30% off when spending $500 or more (pre-discount, no item limits).

Ready to unlock your year-round discount at the shop? Show your love for OPL by snagging a new or renewed Membership with the Friends of the Oakland Public Library! Members receive 20% off at the Bookmark all year, plus 50% off at our monthly Member sales (quantity limits apply). Shop local and support Oakland's libraries with every purchase!

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This August, we're excited about our in-store Dog Days of Summer curation. Whether you're enjoying late season veggies, lounging by the pool, or celebrating National Dog Month with your furry friend, we've got you covered. On a field trip to the Bookmark with your doggo? Ask the front desk for a treat!

Speaking of treats, enjoy another extended shopping day with us during Old Oakland's Summer Stroll on Friday, August 28, when the Bookmark will stay OPEN LATE until 7:30PM. Stroll on over!

This August, we're also excited about our National Wellness Month curation at the store. Take a breather and give yourself a mini mindfulness retreat with our selection of coloring books, journals, healthy eating, meditation, and other wellness-focused lifestyle materials. And check out our special collection of Puzzles & Journals on bookshop.org, where you can support Oakland's public libraries by choosing the Bookmark as your indie bookstore!

Ready or not, here comes the new school year! We're gearing up with our in-store Back to School curation for all ages and stages. Channel your inner child, celebrate lifelong learning, and cheer on the littles in your life with our academic inspo. And don't miss our vibrant children's collection of Back-to-School Picture Books on bookshop.org.

Have you visited the Bookmark for our Monthly Member Sale? Mark your calendars for our next recurring sale August 15-16 and every third weekend of the month thereafter. Members receive 50% off on Saturday, and everyone receives 30% off on Sunday.

Join or renew your Membership today, and spread the love with a gift membership!

Our next donation pause is August 14-15, ahead of our monthly sale.

Looking for an alternative place to donate your gently used items whenever the Bookmark has paused material donations? Try these suggested organizations below, and please confirm their donation policies and hours before making a special trip.