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Audubon Book Club : Backyard Bird Chronicles

Come join the new Audubon Book Club at Greenwich Library! Brought to you in collaboration with Greenwich Audubon, the Audubon Book Club will explore all aspects of the natural world. Each meeting will include book discussion and a brief activity as well as light refreshments.  

At this meeting we will be discussing Amy Tan's Backyard Bird Chronicles. While we discuss we will also have bird color by numbers. Some of our discussion topics will include: backyard wildlife sightings, therapeutic hobbies, and birding stories.    

Date:
Thursday, October 16, 2025
Time:
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Location:
2nd Floor Meeting Room
Audience:
  Adult  
Categories:
  Book Discussion     STEAM  

Registration is required. There are no seats available but a waiting list is available.

In 2016, author Amy Tan grew overwhelmed by the state of the world: 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 flocking to the feeders in 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. Tracking the natural beauty that surrounds us, The Backyard Bird Chronicles maps the passage of time--from before the pandemic to the days of quarantine--through daily entries, thoughtful questions, and beautiful original sketches. With boundless charm and wit, Amy Tan charts her foray into birding and the natural wonders of the world