Hey Janeites---A beautiful way to celebrate the day is to make silhouettes of your loved ones, such as these by Livy of A Field Journal, who is now the Artist in Residence for Victoria Magazine.
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Sense and Sensibility, the Musical
Those of you attending the "Inspired by Austen" symposium on March 6, 2010, will be entertained by a new Sense and Sensibility musical composed and written by Gemma Cooper-Novak and Joshua Tyre. Check out their website here or go to JASNA-NY's website's events pageby clicking here.
Tomorrow on Kitchen Chat
JASNA member Beth Patillo, Author of Mr. Darcy Broke My Heart, will be featured on Margaret McSweeney's internet show called Kitchen Chat that airs live each Friday: http://www.toginet.com/shows/kitchenchatThe program will be talking about all things Jane Austen along with a few recipes and tips. In fact, do you know what Jane Austen's favorite recipe was?
Penguin Classics Podcasts
"Penguin Classics On Air" has new podcasts you might enjoy:This is from Penguin Classics Press Release:"In the first, South African author Sheila Kohler speaks with Editorial Director Elda Rotor on the writing of her new book, the critically acclaimed Becoming Jane Eyre. Sheila discusses where she found her inspiration for the title, and what Charlotte … Continue reading Penguin Classics Podcasts
Chilled Mango Lassi Soup
Chilled Mango Lassi Soup Makes 12 to 16 servings3 cups cubed fresh mango2 cups vanilla yogurt1/2 cup honey3/4 cup milkGarnish: prepared granola, fresh mint sprigs1. In a blender, combine mango, yogurt, honey, and milk. Puree until mixture is very smooth. Refrigerate until well chilled, approximately 1 to 2 hours.2. Garnish each serving with a sprinkle … Continue reading Chilled Mango Lassi Soup
Brooklyn Book Festival
The Brooklyn Book Festival is September 12, 2010 and our sisters, JASNA - New York Metro region has again purchased a vendor table at the Brooklyn Book Festival. This is a fun event and they always need volunteers. Last year they had 150 people sign their email list. A number of them have become members. … Continue reading Brooklyn Book Festival
The American Friends of the Georgian Group Programs
The American Friends of the Georgian Group are having a couple of programs that might be of interest to you. On Wednesday, February 10 at 5pm there will be a tour and reception of Zuber, Inc. at 200 East 59th Street at a cost of $45.Zuber is the last company in the world to print … Continue reading The American Friends of the Georgian Group Programs
Staged reading of Lady Susan
Save the Date : Monday, April 12, 2010For a staged reading of Lady SusanCheck out JASNA-NY's website under their Events page click here.
Chawton Cottage Slide Show
Jane Austen spent the last eight years of her life in a 17th-century house in Chawton, England. PBS presents a visit to Chawton Cottage while there--learn all about the need for improvements.
The JASNA Student Essay Contest
Attention high school, college and graduate students: The JASNA Essay Contest is now accepting entries for the 2010 contest. The topic is related to this year's AGM in Portland, the theme of which is "Jane Austen and the Abbey: Mystery, Mayhem and Muslin". Entries are to discuss how Jane Austen uses mayhem as a plot … Continue reading The JASNA Student Essay Contest
Jane Austen Society of North America - New Jersey Region 