Early Closure: The Garden will close early at 3 PM daily, with final entry at 2 PM until September 5th, 2026.

BRIT Reads Book Club: “The Forbidden Garden” by Simon Parkin

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!

These events are free for all adults and member adults.  Registration is recommended to help us prepare a top-notch experience. 

Date: Monday, October 19, 2026.

Register by:  October 15, 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

Virtual Option: Join our recurring meeting online with this information, which remains consistent from month-to-month:

Meeting ID: 852 3784 1693
Passcode: 346418

Moderators: 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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BRIT Reads Book Club: “The Forbidden Garden” by Simon Parkin
  • Date
    Oct 19, 2026
  • Time 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location BRIT Library