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Book Club: The Backyard Bird Chronicles

by Amy Tan
2026-03-03 18:00:00 2026-03-03 19:30:00 America/Denver Book Club: The Backyard Bird Chronicles Register at the reference desk, then join us to discuss the book at the library. A free book is available for the first 15 people who register and attend!  Durango Public Library - Room 3

Tuesday, March 03
6:00pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-03-03 18:00:00 2026-03-03 19:30:00 America/Denver Book Club: The Backyard Bird Chronicles Register at the reference desk, then join us to discuss the book at the library. A free book is available for the first 15 people who register and attend!  Durango Public Library - Room 3

Register at the reference desk, then join us to discuss the book at the library. A free book is available for the first 15 people who register and attend! 

Books available six weeks before book club date.

About the book:

"A gorgeous, witty account of birding, nature, and the beauty around us that hides in plain sight.

Tracking the natural beauty that surrounds us, The Backyard Bird Chronicles maps the passage of time through daily entries, thoughtful questions, and beautiful original sketches. With boundless charm and wit, author Amy Tan charts her foray into birding and the natural wonders of the world.

In 2016, Amy Tan grew overwhelmed by the state of the Hatred and misinformation became a daily presence on social media, and the country felt more divisive than ever. In search of peace, Tan turned toward the natural world just beyond her window and, specifically, the birds visiting her yard. But what began as an attempt to find solace turned into something far greater—an opportunity to savor quiet moments during a volatile time, connect to nature in a meaningful way, and imagine the intricate lives of the birds she admired."
 

-From Goodreads.com

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | More Fun Stuff! | Book Talks |

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Book Club: The Backyard Bird Chronicles - by Amy Tan
Tue, Mar 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
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Register at the reference desk, then join us to discuss the book at the library. A free book is available for the first 15 people who register and attend! 
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