On Saturday, June 17, 2023, the Tea, Scones & Gardens Book Club met to discuss Henry E. Huntington’s Library of Libraries at The Virginia Robinson Gardens. In a round of expressing an adjective or phrase to describe the personality of Mr. Huntington, each attendee got to describe our renowned collector: determined, focused, parsimonious, competitive, and solitary. Further, we had fun telling about our own collecting tendencies! The Huntingtons were friends of the Robinsons and had donated a night blooming Organ Pipe Cactus to them, which adorns a corner of the estate’s exterior. Elaine, Ron, and Patricia related additional observations as a result of their docent tour of the Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens, courtesy of Diana Loomis just a few days before.
Adding to the fun, co-chair Patricia Cowett asked questions about the book. The winners who correctly guessed the answers were awarded prizes. One guest won a novel titled The War Librarian and the other winner was awarded the novel The Woman in the Library.
For our next meeting, we’ll enjoy our reading of Hedge by Jane Delury, who herself will be present virtually. This novel’s main character Maud is an experienced garden historian, and the story involves poignant life-changing twists and turns. Please join us Saturday, October 7, 2023, at 10:30 am.
Post by Patricia Cowett
Friends of Robinson Gardens Member
Co-chair of the Tea, Scones & Gardens Book Club
Photos by Ron Stein and Patricia Cowett
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