Virtual Meeting: Jane Austen and Warren Hastings, with Jocelyn Harris

Join us for a virtual gathering with a fascinating guest speaker.  In “Jane Austen and Warren Hastings,” Jocelyn Harris, reveals remarkably close connections between the largely unknown writer and the immensely powerful Governor-General of Bengal, who probably fathered her cousin, Eliza de Feuillide. Our guest speaker is professor emerita of English at the University of… Continue reading →

In Person Gathering: Creative Writing Workshop

Maryland Horse Library & Education Center 321 Main St., Reisterstown, MD

Unlock Your Creativity with Jane Austen! Join us for a special sneak peek at an upcoming AGM workshop. No prior writing experience? No problem! This interactive session invites you to: Try your hand at creative writing inspired by Jane Austen’s delightful language. Explore how writing can be a de-stressor and boost mental clarity—just as it… Continue reading →

PBS “Miss Austen” Discussion Part 1

The Maryland Region will meet on Zoom to discuss the first two installments of the BBC's "Miss Austen" showing on PBS May 4th and 11th. Plan to watch the first two episodes before joining to avoid spoilers! How do I register? Complete this registration to join this virtual meeting. You will receive a confirmation email… Continue reading →

Box Hill Picnic

Maryland Agricultural Center 1114 Shawan Road, Cockeysville, MD, United States

Programming TBD. Bring your own packed lunch. Under pavilions, with restrooms in the nearby building. No electricity in the pavilions.

PBS “Miss Austen” Discussion Part 2

The Maryland Region will meet on Zoom to discuss the full "Miss Austen" series. Episodes air May 4, 11, 18, 25. Attendees should view the full season if they wish to avoid spoilers! However, feel free to join us even if you only watched part of the series and want to hear the commentary. How… Continue reading →

MD Region Meet Up at the Annual General Meeting (AGM)

Going to AGM this year in Baltimore's inner harbor? The Maryland region will have a meet up up during the social hour of the Saturday night banquet. Location will be announced to AGM attendees a week before the conference. Stay up to date about all things AGM on the conference web site: https://jasna.org/agms/baltimore2025/home.php and by… Continue reading →

Jane Austen Birthday Party

Kelsey's Restaurant 8480 Baltimore National Pike, Ellicott City, MD

Save the date! Sunday Dec. 7th. Registration will open approximately 4 weeks before the party. Registration is required to attend.  You won't want to miss it!