Books at Bowers: West with Giraffes by Lynda Rutledge

Thu Dec 05 2024 at 01:00 pm to 03:00 pm UTC-08:00

Bowers Museum | Santa Ana

Bowers Museum
Publisher/HostBowers Museum
Books at Bowers: West with Giraffes by Lynda Rutledge
Advertisement
THURSDAY | DECEMBER 5 | 1 – 3 PM | Norma Kershaw Auditorium & John M. Lee Court | Onsite Book Discussion, Tour & Refreshments
For Bowers Members Only: A Book Club Experience
Join us for an exciting adventure in our December book selection, West with Giraffes by Lynda Rutledge. Set in 1938, this novel is based on the true story of two East African giraffes that survived a hurricane while crossing the Atlantic. The story is narrated by 105-year-old Woodrow Wilson Nickel, who looks back on his incredible journey as an 18-year-old, when he drove the giraffes across the country to the San Diego Zoo. Against the backdrop of the Great Depression, Rutledge weaves a heartwarming tale of the powerful bond between humans and animals.
After the discussion, we'll enjoy a short “Animal Safari” docent led tour that highlights some of the animal artwork showcased at Bowers.
Then we will celebrate the season in John M. Lee Court with an array of refreshments that are inspired by the Fantasy: Realms of the Imagination exhibit. The recipes are taken from The Brothers Grimm Cookbook: Recipes inspired by Fairy Tales and Drinking with Wizards, Warriors and Dragons, both available in the museum store. Join us for a magical afternoon.
Free for Bowers Members. RSVP on Bowers.org. Space is limited to 30 Bowers Members per discussion. A confirmation email will be sent to participants prior to the event.
Advertisement

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Bowers Museum, Santa Ana,CA,United States

Tickets

Sharing is Caring:

More Events in Santa Ana

Livingston VIP Soundcheck Upgrade *Ticket to the show NOT included*
Wed Dec 04 2024 at 05:30 pm Livingston VIP Soundcheck Upgrade *Ticket to the show NOT included*

The Observatory

Visual Story Creation
Wed Dec 04 2024 at 06:00 pm Visual Story Creation

1651 E 4th St #220

Pete Yorn
Wed Dec 04 2024 at 06:30 pm Pete Yorn

Constellation Room

Livingston
Wed Dec 04 2024 at 07:00 pm Livingston

The Observatory Orange County

Livingston - A Hometown Odyssey Tour - Part 2
Wed Dec 04 2024 Livingston - A Hometown Odyssey Tour - Part 2

The Observatory

Livingston at The Observatory Santa Ana
Wed Dec 04 2024 at 08:00 pm Livingston at The Observatory Santa Ana

The Observatory Santa Ana

MicroMania Midget Wrestling: Santa Ana, CA at Stages Bar
Thu Dec 05 2024 at 07:00 pm MicroMania Midget Wrestling: Santa Ana, CA at Stages Bar

Stages Bar

Yukimi (from Little Dragon)
Thu Dec 05 2024 at 07:30 pm Yukimi (from Little Dragon)

The Observatory Orange County

Yukimi - December 2024
Thu Dec 05 2024 Yukimi - December 2024

Constellation Room

Yukimi
Thu Dec 05 2024 at 08:30 pm Yukimi

Constellation Room at The Observatory - Santa Ana

Ax and the Hatchetmen
Fri Dec 06 2024 at 07:00 pm Ax and the Hatchetmen

The Observatory Orange County

Santa Ana is Happening!

Never miss your favorite happenings again!

Explore Santa Ana Events