The Forgotten Doctor Syntax: The Regency’s Most Popular Character (Virtual)
2026-02-15 16:00 - 17:30 (America/New_York) | MD
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 link.
Dr. Weibracht presented at the 2024 AGM in Cleveland. is an English Instructor at Stanford Online High School and the co-founder of Pixelia Publishing, a non-profit, open-access platform for student-teacher scholarly collaborations. He and his students were the recipients of the JASNA New Voices Breakout Grant in 2024.

March Mead Madness
2026-03-14 12:00 - 15:00 | Maryland Homebrew, 9017-C Mendenhall Ct. Suite C, Columbia, MD, 21045, United States
“I am so pleased that the mead is brewed.” Jane Austen March 9, 1814.

In this workshop you will learn some mead history, lore and how to make mead. Mead samples will be offered to taste throughout the event. After the fermentation process, which is about a month, Maryland Homebrew will bottle the batch of mead made during the workshop for each participant. You can retrieve your bottle from Maryland Homebrew or you can retrieve your bottle at The Maryland Jane Austen Festival, May 2nd, at the JASNA MD tent. Light refreshments will be served and all are welcomed to meet at nearby Cushwa and Rad Pies Taproom after the workshop. https://www.cushwaradpiestaproom.com/
JASNA Member Fee: $40 Non Member Fee: $50 Fee is for the workshop only.

March Book Club
2026-03-22 13:00 - 15:00 | MD
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
When: March 22, 2026 1-3PM
Topic: Sense and Sensibility Vol II
Where: Concord Point Coffee
Virtual Book Option
When: March 29, 2026 1-3PM
Topic: Sense and Sensibility Vol II
Where: Virtual
Book Club Contact : Rachel DeRita at rachelderita@gmail.com

Regency Roundup
2026-03-28 14:00 - 16:00 | St. John Episocopal Church, 9202 Frederick Rd, Ellicott City, 21042, United States
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.

Montpelier Festival of Herbs, Tea and the Arts
2026-04-25 10:00 - 16:00 | MD
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. We will also promote JASNA and spread Jane Austen to new readers while enjoying a picnic tea box. This free event is rain or shine. If you would like to help please email Toya at secretary@jasna.org. The organizers are excited to see us in our regency finery. Therefore, regency attire is highly encouraged but not required. Visit the website for more information.

Maryland Jane Austen Fest
2026-05-01 - 2026-05-03 | Oldfields School, 1500 Glencoe Rd, Sparks Glencoe, MD, 21152, United States
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 will be immediately followed by the Opening Ceremony at the David Niven Theatre at Noon. Please note: you will need to indicate your JASNA membership when you register for the Maryland Jane Austen Fest so that catering knows how many people to prepare for. Registration is required to attend. https://manor-mill.com/janeausten

Maryland Jane Austen Fest Programming, May 1-3, 2026
The new Maryland Jane Austen Fest is an expansion of the very popular Jane Austen Day at Manor Mill. JASNA MD members will be presenting throughout the day. The weekend will be filled with regency-centric presentations, demonstrations, vendors, and food. This ticketed event is open to the general public and is expected to sellout. As always, regency attire is encouraged. Registration is required to attend. https://manor-mill.com/janeausten
Locations:
Oldfields School Manor Mill
1500 Glencoe Rd, Sparks Glencoe, MD 21152 2029 Monkton RD, Monkton, MD 21111

Box Hill Picnic
2026-05-09 11:00 - 14:00 | Montpelier Historic Site & Musuem, 9650 Muirkirk Road, Laurel, 20708
Montpelier Historic Site & Museum. Copyright: M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County.

On Saturday, May 9, 2026, our annual Box Hill Picnic will be held at the Montpelier Historic Site & Museum. We will be meeting for a picnic, a Jane Austen plant exchange, and a historic house tour. The house and grounds will be a beautiful backdrop for regency portraits or casual selfies. Please bring your own picnic and enjoy games, exhibits, and outdoor fun. All JASNA MD student members are invited to attend for free. This event is rain or shine. Regency attire encouraged by not required.
Member Fee: $10 Student Member Fee: Free

Bring your lunch.
Bring a plant or cutting to exchange if you would like to participate.
Self guided tours of Montpelier Mansion and other exhibits.

Emma
2026-06-07 14:00 - 16:00 | Everyman Theatre, 315 W Fayette St., Baltimore, MD, 21225, United States
EMMA
by Kate Hamillbased on the novel by Jane Austendirected by Laura KepleyJUNE 7th
A lively reimagining of a beloved rom-com
Exuberant and brimming with heart, Kate Hamill’s exciting new adaptation of Emma offers a fast-paced modern take on Jane Austen’s classic story of love and romance. Renowned for her imaginative and feminist adaptations of literature, Hamill brings a mischievous flair into Emma Woodhouse’s matchmaking adventures with a heartwarming comedy that promises an evening of laughter, romance, and delicious surprises. Come see what happens when Bridgerton
meets Clueless in a springtime delight that features Everyman’s Resident Company!
Tickets: $80. Register to attend.

PARKING

The spaces that are closest to the theatre are the space located at 107 North Eutaw, and 308 W. Fayette – there are two entrances, the one being at Fayette is directly across the street. The Centerpoint Garage – is located directly to the left of the garage across the street , and that address is 310 W. Baltimore Street. Here are further details about parking.
https://everymantheatre.org/plan-your-visit/directions-parking/

Birthday Meeting
2026-12-12 11:30 - 14:30 | Timbuktu Restaurant, 1726 Dorsey Rd, Hanover, MD, 21076, United States
Save the date! Saturday Dec. 12th.
A new year brings a new location. We will be celebrating Jane Austen’s birthday at Timbuktu Restaurant in Hanover, Maryland.
Registration will open approximately 4 weeks before the party.
Registration is required to attend. You won’t want to miss it!
