Science & Nature Book Club

Schedule

Tue, 07 Oct, 2025 at 06:00 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

402 W. Main Ave., Spokane, WA, United States, Washington 99201 | Spokane, WA

Advertisement
We read nonfiction books about science, nature, and many times both science AND nature combined.
While it's great to have the book read before the meeting, it's not a requirement and you are still welcome to join!
Just be prepared for spoilers :)
We meet the first Tuesday of the month at 6pm at Auntie's Bookstore unless otherwise noted.

October Selection
In October we will be discussing The Language of Butterflies by Wendy Williams.
In this “deeply personal and lyrical book” (Publishers Weekly) from the New York Times bestselling author of The Horse, Wendy Williams explores the lives of one of the world’s most resilient creatures—the butterfly—shedding light on the role that they play in our ecosystem and in our human lives.
“[A] glorious and exuberant celebration of these biological flying machines…Williams takes us on a humorous and beautifully crafted journey” (The Washington Post). From butterfly gardens to zoo exhibits, these “flying flowers” are one of the few insects we’ve encouraged to infiltrate our lives. Yet, what has drawn us to these creatures in the first place? And what are their lives really like? In this “entertaining look at ‘the world’s favorite insect’” (Booklist, starred review), New York Times bestselling author and science journalist Wendy Williams reveals the inner lives of these delicate creatures, who are far more intelligent and tougher than we give them credit for.
Monarch butterflies migrate thousands of miles each year from Canada to Mexico. Other species have learned how to fool ants into taking care of them. Butterflies’ scales are inspiring researchers to create new life-saving medical technology. Williams takes readers to butterfly habitats across the globe and introduces us to not only various species, but “digs deeply into the lives of both butterflies and [the] scientists” (Science magazine) who have spent decades studying them.
Coupled with years of research and knowledge gained from experts in the field, this accessible “butterfly biography” explores the ancient partnership between these special creatures and humans, and why they continue to fascinate us today. “Informative, thought-provoking,” (BookPage, starred review) and extremely profound, The Language of Butterflies is a “fascinating book [that] will be of interest to anyone who has ever admired a butterfly, and anyone who cares about preserving these stunning creatures” (Library Journal).

Leader: Teri (she/her)
Contact: [email protected]
Book Club Webpage: /science-and-nature-book-club-teri
Advertisement

Where is it happening?

402 W. Main Ave., Spokane, WA, United States, Washington 99201

Event Location & Nearby Stays:

Auntie's Bookstore

Host or Publisher Auntie's Bookstore

It's more fun with friends. Share with friends

Discover More Events in Spokane

Oddisee
Tue, 07 Oct at 04:00 pm Oddisee

The District Bar - Spokane

CONTESTS TRIPS-ADVENTURES
Invent Animate & Silent Planet
Tue, 07 Oct at 04:00 pm Invent Animate & Silent Planet

Knitting Factory Spokane

TRIPS-ADVENTURES
Stained Glass Pumpkin Workshop
Tue, 07 Oct at 05:00 pm Stained Glass Pumpkin Workshop

17325 E Sprague Ave, Spokane Valley, WA, United States, Washington 99016

WORKSHOPS
Mingle with the Media 2025
Tue, 07 Oct at 05:30 pm Mingle with the Media 2025

Burbity Workspaces - Sullivan Valley Commons

STORYTELLING
Digital Camera Photography Part 2 Advanced Settings & Techniques with Roger DuBois
Tue, 07 Oct at 06:30 pm Digital Camera Photography Part 2 Advanced Settings & Techniques with Roger DuBois

Spokane Art School

WORKSHOPS PHOTOGRAPHY
Shann Ray "Where Blackbirds Fly" in conversation with Lindsey Treffrey
Tue, 07 Oct at 07:00 pm Shann Ray "Where Blackbirds Fly" in conversation with Lindsey Treffrey

Bing Crosby Theater

ART LITERARY-ART
Carbon Leaf - I WANT TO BE LEAF TOUR 2025
Tue, 07 Oct at 08:00 pm Carbon Leaf - I WANT TO BE LEAF TOUR 2025

The District Bar

Bunt at Knitting Factory Concert House Spokane
Tue, 07 Oct at 08:00 pm Bunt at Knitting Factory Concert House Spokane

Knitting Factory Concert House Spokane

CONCERTS MUSIC
New Fiction Book Club
Thu, 11 Sep at 06:00 pm New Fiction Book Club

402 W. Main Ave., Spokane, WA, United States, Washington 99201

COMEDY TRIPS-ADVENTURES
Books & Brews Book Fair!!!
Sat, 13 Sep at 11:00 am Books & Brews Book Fair!!!

1318 W 1st Ave, Spokane, WA 99201-4114, United States

WORKSHOPS NONPROFIT
Local Author Book Signing
Sat, 13 Sep at 02:00 pm Local Author Book Signing

1801 E 11th Ave, Spokane, WA

ART LITERARY-ART
"The Shattering Peace" by John Scalzi
Wed, 17 Sep at 07:00 pm "The Shattering Peace" by John Scalzi

402 W. Main Ave., Spokane, WA, United States, Washington 99201

ART LITERARY-ART
Book Sale
Thu, 18 Sep at 10:00 am Book Sale

3111 N Monroe, Spokane, WA 99205, 99205

Book Signing: "Too Good to be Through" by Bud Withers
Fri, 19 Sep at 12:00 pm Book Signing: "Too Good to be Through" by Bud Withers

402 W. Main Ave., Spokane, WA, United States, Washington 99201

SPORTS ART
Pokemon September League Cup
Sat, 27 Sep at 11:00 am Pokemon September League Cup

4750 N Division Street #2130, Spokane, WA, United States, Washington 99207

POKEMON
Queer & Weird Book Club
Sat, 27 Sep at 06:00 pm Queer & Weird Book Club

402 W. Main Ave., Spokane, WA, United States, Washington 99201

PERFORMANCES ART
Pokemon September League Challenge
Tue, 30 Sep at 06:00 pm Pokemon September League Challenge

4750 N Division Street #2130, Spokane, WA, United States, Washington 99207

CONTESTS POKEMON
DIY Wood Sign & Book Exchange - FREE TOTE! $45\/$50
Tue, 30 Sep at 06:30 pm DIY Wood Sign & Book Exchange - FREE TOTE! $45/$50

5611 N Wall St., Spokane, WA 99205

WORKSHOPS
COMMUNICATIONS | Mel Antuna Hewitt | Oct 3rd-Oct 25th
Fri, 03 Oct at 05:00 pm COMMUNICATIONS | Mel Antuna Hewitt | Oct 3rd-Oct 25th

628 N. Monroe St., Spokane, WA, United States, Washington 99201

ART
Frankenstein
Fri, 10 Oct at 07:30 pm Frankenstein

Spokane Civic Theatre

ART THEATRE

What's Happening Next in Spokane?

Discover Spokane Events