The Bookmark Bookstore

Sun - Fri, 11 am - 5 pm

Sat, 11 am - 6 pm

Owned and operated by the Friends of the Oakland Public Library. Staffed by volunteers.

Find gently-used books and media in store and online. All proceeds benefit Oakland's public libraries.

Photo by Doug Zimmerman

Photo by Doug Zimmerman

Donate

Special Note: Due to space and staffing constraints, all material donations are paused for August 2025, resuming September 5, 2025.

Beginning in September, we can accept up to 4 boxes or bags of books or media of good quality Fridays & Saturdays from 12-4PM. For donations of more than 4 boxes or bags, please call or email us to make an appointment. Please read our donation guidelines for more details.

Donation Guidelines

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Volunteer

Join our team of 50+ volunteers who work shifts at the store doing a various of tasks, from sorting incoming donations to assisting with sales. Bonus: volunteers get additional store discounts!

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Over 17,000 books, plus CDs, DVDs, LPs, puzzles, and games at highly discounted prices. Become a Member of the Friends of the Oakland Public Library today to support our mission and receive in-store discounts!

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