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They Called Us Enemy by George Takei

Wiseburn Library Book Club

In-Person Program

2026-04-08 18:45:00 2026-04-08 19:45:00 America/Los_Angeles Wiseburn Library Book Club Join us for a book discussion and light refreshments! This month, read "They Called Us Enemy" by George Takei. This novel is the One Book, One Coast selection for 2025! For ages 18+. Wiseburn Library -

Wednesday, April 08
6:45pm - 7:45pm

Join us for a book discussion and light refreshments! This month, read "They Called Us Enemy" by George Takei. This novel is the One Book, One Coast selection for 2025! For ages 18+.

"Takei's firsthand account of years spent in a Japanese concentration camp, the joys and terrors of growing up under legalized racism, his mother's hard choices, his father's faith in democracy, and the way those experiences planted the seeds for his astonishing future."

Learn more about One Book, One Coast here: https://lacountylibrary.org/one-book-one-coast/ 

AGE GROUP: | Older Adults | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Books, Poetry, & Writing |

TAGS: | One Book One Coast | Book Club |

Wiseburn Library

Phone: 310.643.8880

Hours
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Mon, Aug 03 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Aug 04 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Aug 05 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Aug 06 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Aug 07 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Aug 08 Closed
Sun, Aug 09 Closed

About the branch

Initially, the Wiseburn Coordinating Council, formed in 1952, was instrumental in securing the services of the Los Angeles County Mobile Library for 2 years.

They later petitioned Los Angeles County Supervisor Kenneth Hahn and County Librarian John Henderson for the establishment of a permanent Wiseburn Library in the Del Aire area. A small County Library facility (20' x 60') staffed with one librarian was opened on January 4, 1956 in a store front building, next door to a bar, at 11936 Aviation Blvd.

Despite its popularity, it was closed after several years and not replaced due to lack of suitable housing. Continued community efforts and the support of Supervisor Hahn, eventually resulted in an unprecedented tri-governmental agreement and the dedication of the present structure on February 12, 1966.

The Wiseburn School District currently owns the building, and leases it to the County of Los Angeles Public Library for use as a public library.

Upcoming events

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Wed, Aug 12, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Celebrate the library by watching a performance by Mad Science at 4pm. Then, discover the history of the library, sign the guest book, decorate cards & explore other exciting activities for the whole family! Refreshments provided. For all ages.

Tue, Aug 18, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Discover how to upcycle a simple vase to your personal taste with decoupage. Registration required. For adults 18+.
This event is full

Fri, Aug 21, 10:15am - 10:45am
Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 4 with their parent or caregiver.

Wed, Aug 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Learn the basics of crochet or bring your own fiber arts projects to work on in the group. Registration required. For ages 18+.

Fri, Aug 28, 10:15am - 10:45am
Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 4 with their parent or caregiver.

Fri, Sep 04, 10:15am - 10:45am
Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 4 with their parent or caregiver.