Guest Speaker: Dr. Ben Weibracht Learn why Austen herself may have enjoyed this comical epic, one of the Regency's most popular poems. From its satirical take on the picturesque to its exploration of the plight of poor clergy, the poem covered what was also on Austen's mind. How to Join this Event: Register for the Zoom… Continue reading →
In Person and Virtual Book Clubs in JASNA MD. March’s book is Volume II of Sense and Sensibility (Chapters 23-36 of standard copies). There are two options for joining; both are open to both JASNA members and non-members and both will cover the same material each month. Register here to attend. In-Person Book Club Option … Continue reading →
Bring your Austen enthusiasm along with ideas for speakers, topics and meeting places 'west of Baltimore'. Light refreshments will be served. A free will donation will be accepted for the Venue. Please Register to attend.
In Person and Virtual Book Clubs in JASNA MD. April’s book is Volume III of Sense and Sensibility (Chapters 36-50 of standard copies). There are two options for joining; both are open to both JASNA members and non-members and both will cover the same material each month. Register here to attend. In-Person Book Club Option … Continue reading →
Featured image by Montpelier Historic Site & Museum. Copyright: M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George's County JASNA Maryland region has been invited to give a presentation at the 2026 Montpelier Festival of Herbs, Tea, and the Arts. Our presentation "Chemise to Shawl" will most likely begin at 11am. This free event is rain… Continue reading →
JASNA Member Lunch, 11:00am-12:00pm Excellent boiled potatoes may or may not be on the menu. There will be a special lunch for JASNA members on Saturday, May 2, 2026 at the Maryland Jane Austen Fest. The lunch is free to any attendee whose membership in good standing. Lunch will take place at Oldfield’s cafeteria and… Continue reading →
Montpelier Historic Site & Museum. Copyright: M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George's County. Saturday, May 9, 2026, our annual Box Hill Picnic will be held at the Montpelier Historic Site & Museum. We will be meeting for… Continue reading →
In Person and Virtual Book Clubs in JASNA MD. MAY: Pride and Prejudice Volume I (chapters 1-23 of a standard copy) Register here to attend. In-Person Book Club Option When: Sunday May 17, 2026, 1-3PM Topic: Pride and Prejudice Volume I Where: Concord Point Coffee Virtual Book Option When: May 31, 2026, 1-3PM Topic: Pride and… Continue reading →
Date: June 7, 2026 Time: Show starts 2 p.m. Meet for seating 1:30 p.m. Cost: $80 per ticket Join JASNA Maryland for a group outing to see Emma at the intimate, 245-seat Everyman Theater in downtown Baltimore. Exuberant and brimming with heart, Kate Hamill’s exciting new adaptation of Emma offers a fast-paced modern take on… Continue reading →
Jennifer Georgia, directs and costumes period plays, including Goldsmith's She Stoops to Conquer (for which she won a WATCH - Washington Area Theatre Community Honors - award for the set), Lauren Gunderson's Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley, The Wickhams: Christmas at Pemberley, and Emelie, La Marquise du Chatalet Defends Her Life Tonight, Pride @ Prejudice (which won the “Technical Excellence”… Continue reading →
In Person and Virtual Book Clubs in JASNA MD. MAY: Pride and Prejudice Volume II (chapters 24-42 of a standard copy) Register HERE to attend. In-Person Book Club Option When: Sunday June 14, 2026, 1-3PM Topic: Pride and Prejudice Volume II Where: Concord Point Coffee Virtual Book Option When: June 28, 2026, 1-3PM Topic: Pride and… Continue reading →
In Person and Virtual Book Clubs in JASNA MD. July: Pride and Prejudice Volume III (chapters 43-61 of a standard copy) Register HERE to attend. In-Person Book Club Option When: Sunday July 19, 2026, 1-3PM Topic: Pride and Prejudice Volume III Where: Concord Point Coffee Virtual Book Option When: July 26, 2026, 1-3PM Topic: Pride and… Continue reading →
