A Day in the Country – 2025 AGM Fundraiser

JASNA is grateful to our host, Sandy Lerner. Sandy is the founder of Chawton House Library and Center for Early English Women’s Writing. Under the pen name Ava Farmer, she is the author of Second Impressions. Since 1996, Sandy has owned Ayrshire Farm. The first farm in Virginia to be Certified Humane®, Certified USDA Organic,… Continue reading →

Reading Group: Evelina

I declare after all there is no enjoyment like reading! A monthly, in-person book club for those interested in Jane Austen. We have made our way through her major works together and will generally cycle through these types of works moving forward: -read a work by Jane Austen (eg. re-reading her novels from new perspectives,… Continue reading →

Reading Group: Jane Austen’s Letters

I declare after all there is no enjoyment like reading! A monthly, in-person book club for those interested in Jane Austen. We have made our way through her major works together and will generally cycle through these types of works moving forward: -read a work by Jane Austen (eg. re-reading her novels from new perspectives,… Continue reading →

Austen Birthday Meeting, 2024

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

We'll meet for our annual celebration of Jane Austen's birthday. Attendees must register for this in-person event. All sales are final. If you cannot attend, please give your ticket to a friend! Some serving accommodations to listed items only are possible if you contact treasurer@jasnamd.org at time of purchase. Location: Kelsey's Restaurant, Ellicott City, MD… Continue reading →

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 →

A Day in Historic Chestertown – 2025 AGM Fundraiser

Chestertown 122 N Cross St, Chestertown, MD 21620-1547, Chestertown, MD, United States

A day in historic Chestertown on the Eastern Shore of Maryland - April 26, 2025 10am-5pm Come see how Americans were living during Jane Austen’s lifetime in this important riverport of the time. The morning walking tour of the historic downtown will cover the history of the area as well as stops to see inside… 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 →

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 →

Afternoon Tea with Austen

Beans in the Belfry 122 W. Potomac St., Brunswick, MD, United States

We are celebrating Jane Austen’s 250th birthday with Afternoon Tea and Austen trivia.  Join us for games, raffles and prizes! Afternoon Tea: Four-courses that includes a selection of tea, tea sandwiches, freshly baked scones with clotted cream and jam, and a sweets plate with tea cakes, macarons, Scottish shortbread, and meringues.   Jane Austen Trivia will… Continue reading →

Looking Regency Fine on a Dime

Are you looking forward to the AGM ball? Perhaps you want to strut the runway in the fashion show? Maybe it’s both but you’re facing the challenge of what to wear. Join Lena Yasutake as she guides you through creating your Regency look in this virtual presentation. If you’re new to Regency costuming and are… Continue reading →