Tax assistance programs start this week at select library locations

With winter nearing a close, that time of the year has arrived again: filing taxes. This year, taxes must be filed by Monday, April 15 2013.

Every year the Oakland Public Library lends a helping hand to people enduring this frustrating process by offering tax assistance sessions through the AARP Tax-Aid program.

Starting tomorrow, a team of tax savvy volunteers will be at five different Oakland Public Library locations to help residents complete their tax forms.

Those in need of the extra guidance in filling out their tax forms will need to bring copies of 2012’s federal and state tax returns and all paperwork that relates to their 2012 tax forms. If filing jointly, tax paperwork for spouses will be needed as well.

Citizens who wish to walk in for help with their taxes can visit the Main Library, Golden Gate, Cesar Chavez or Eastmont branches.

Due to the popularity of this free tax assistance service at the Diamond Branch, it is advised to call in advance to make an appointment in order to be placed into a time slot. To make an appointment or for more information, call (510) 482-7844.

For a reference to schedules and branch specific information for the tax assistance program click on the links below:

Cesar E. Chavez Branch - Location: 3301 East 12th Street, Oakland, CA 94601 Phone: (510) 535-5620
Diamond Branch - Location: 3565 Fruitvale Avenue, Oakland, CA 94602 Phone: (510) 482-7844
Eastmont Branch – Location: 7200 Bancroft, Ste 211 Eastmont Town Center, Oakland, CA 94605 Phone: (510) 615-5726

Golden Gate Branch - 5606 San Pablo Avenue, Oakland, CA 94608 Phone: (510) 597-5023

Main Library – Location: Bradley C. Walters Community Room 125 14th Street, Oakland, CA 94612 Phone: (510) 238-3134

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