Start date: Monday, February 9 2026.

Schedule:

 Monday, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM ,

 VanDusen Guides Classroom ,

Resource person: library@vandusen.org

Location: VanDusen Guides Classroom | 5151 Oak St, Vancouver, BC, V6M 4H1

Description:

Flower Day: A Story of 24 Hours and 24 Floral Lives (2025) by Sandra Knapp

A Short History of Flowers: The Stories That Make Our Gardens (2024) by Advolly Richmond

Richmond, a British garden and plant historian, and Knapp, an American botanist, reveal the fascinating stories embedded in the origins of our familiar garden flowers. Both writers share adventurous accounts of exploration, convoluted journeys, deceit, intrigue, theft and obsession. Sit back and enjoy the riveting tales of flower power to be discovered in our outdoor spaces.

More info & meeting details can be found here.

 

Available spots: Full

Price: $0.00 Taxes not included

Notes: For registration support please email: learn@vandusen.org

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