Botanical Bookworms • Tides and Tales: The Language of Water
July 9 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
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About Botanical Bookworms
Join us for a gathering of book lovers, nature enthusiasts, and curious minds! Botanical Bookworms offers a unique blend of engaging book discussions, enriching educational experiences, and guided walks through the Garden. Each meeting features nature-themed books across a variety of genres that spark meaningful conversation and deeper connections to the natural world. Whether you’ve read one or all of the selected titles, you’re welcome to join.
Tides and Tales: The Language of Water
Water is a necessity for life on Earth. This month’s books will explore connections with water and the creatures that call them home. We will journey through the water at the garden and learn about how water quality is monitored through our involvement with Alabama Water Watch.
Books:
- Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt
- Otter Country: An Unexpected Adventure in the Natural World by Miriam Darlington
- Playground: A Novel by Richard Powers
Meeting Dates
Register for the date that works best for you—each meeting includes a chance to win fun door prizes!
- Thursday, July 9, 2026 10:00am-12:00pm
- Saturday, July 11, 2026 10:00am-12:00pm
Meeting Agenda
10:00–10:20 | Welcome! Meet the Group & Introductions
10:20–11:00 | Guided Garden Tour or Guest Speaker (Related to the session theme)
11:00–11:50 | Discussion Time
11:50–12:00 | Wrap-Up & Upcoming Announcements
Upcoming Program Sessions
Planning to attend all sessions? Save by purchasing a 3-session bundle! (See pricing below)
- March: The Narrative of Nature: Barbara Kingsolver
- Thursday, March 5, 2026
- Saturday, March 7, 2026
- May: Celebrating Conservation and E.O. Wilson
- Saturday, May 23, 2026
- July: Tides and Tales: The Language of Water
- Thursday, July 9, 2026
- Saturday, July 11, 2026
Program Pricing
| Pricing | Per Session | 3-Session Bundle |
| Garden Members* | $20 | $50 |
| Non-Members | $40 (includes Garden admission) | $110 (includes Garden admission) |
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