Takei is author of the memoir They Called Us Enemy, about the years of his youth spent in prison camps for Japanese Americans. He'll share his experiences, what it means to be a good neighbor and citizen in the face of overwhelming challenges, and how shared books and stories build stronger communities. 

Schedules

  • Occurs Sunday, May 31st, 2026 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Venue

Menlo Park Library (virtual)

menlopark.gov/oboc
CA

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