wednesday/22
“When Europe Was a Prison Camp.” Oakland resident Peter Schrag discusses his book combining the 1941 memoirs of his late father and his own memories decades later. At Temple Sinai, 2808 Summit St., Oakland. 7:30 p.m. www.oaklandsinai.org
thursday/30
“Flavors of Oakland: A Cookbook in 20 Stories.” Oaklanders Anya Ku and Elazar Sontag discuss their story-filled cookbook with J. food writer Alix Wall. Includes samples. At JCC East Bay, 1414 Walnut St., Berkeley. 7:30 p.m. $5. www.jcceastbay.org/flavorsofoakland