BRIT Reads Book Club: “Close to Home” by Thor Hanson

Do you love to read? Are you passionate about botany, natural history, sustainability and similar topics? Then, you’ll love the BRIT Reads Book Club! This informal group meets every other month to discuss a chosen book, in-person and virtually. We begin with a moderator summarizing the book and reviewing its key points. Then there is an opportunity for discussion—all are encouraged to share their perspectives and thoughts. You will leave with new information, new perspectives and new connections to others with shared interests. Don’t have time to read the book? No worries! Join us to hear the review and jump in on the discussion!

Registration is recommended but not required for this program. Pre-registered participants will receive an email reminder with directions and the zoom link the Friday before the session.

In June, join us to discuss Thor Hanson’s Close to Home: The Wonders of Nature Just Outside Your Door. We all live on nature’s doorstep, but we often overlook it. Biologist Thor Hanson shows how taking the time to look closely can reveal hidden wonders in our own backyards and local parks. This book is a hands-on natural history for any local patch of Earth, and shows that we each can contribute to science and improve the health of our planet.

Registration includes Garden admission for the day. We encourage you to explore the Garden before and after class!

Date: Monday, June 15, 2026.

Register by:  June 11, 2026

Time: 12:00 – 1:00 PM

Price: Free

Materials: Bring a copy of the book if you have it, your lunch and a friend!

Location: Check-in at Botanical Research Institute of Texas / Park in main lot

Instructor: The BRIT Reads Book Club is hosted by the BRIT Library, and meetings are facilitated by a rotating series of moderators. For more information, contact BRIT Librarian, Ana Nino, at anino@fwbg.org

Inclement Weather: This event is indoors and will proceed as scheduled, rain or shine.

Need registration help? Please contact us at adult-ed@fwbg.org.

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