the grueling journey included an attempt by ICE to deport them to Libya earlier in the month

senior librarian during the construction and opening of the branch.LAPL director of Branch Library Services.

The Friends formed an expansion committee and were instrumental in locating a larger rental space in the Neptune Building (later the home of The Rafu Shimpo) at Alameda and Third streets.as well as the diverse needs of this vibrant neighborhood.past president of Friends of Little Tokyo Branch Library; Tracy Wannomae on saxophone and Scott Nagatani — who performed at the opening of the library in 1995 — on keyboards.

The new structure on Los Angeles Street near Second Street.YAMAMOTO / Rafu ShimpoKaren Linares-Luna.

and future of the Japanese American community are the subject of works created by two artists: Nancy Uyemuras two canvasses titled Gods Promise and Whispers in the Wind.

Residents organized the Friends of Little Tokyo Public Library Service and began working to establish a full-service branch.Their excitement moved them to share stories of their families’ strength and resilience.

which the Tanaka family and the farms crew members had meticulously staged and decorated.Attendees provided feedback that they felt a renewed sense of pride in their Japanese American identity and a deeper appreciation of the sacrifices made by Issei and Nisei farmers and their families.

also presented an overview of her volunteers efforts to transcribe handwritten federal documents related to World War II-era Nikkei farms.You can learn more about the Kansha Project at KanshaHistory.