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Jane Austen Notecard Collection

These hand-printed, antique-letterpress note cards—blank inside and measuring about 4½"x6"—are infused with the charm of Jane Austen herself. Featuring colorful old-fashioned images and quotes from Austen’s novels, this stationery will carry your messages with pleasantness and propriety—and a dash of sharp wit! Collection includes one each of eight designs, plus envelopes. Available at Bas Bleu.

Jane Austen and Crime by Susannah Fullerton

Jane Austen’s elegant society novels are rife with crime and transgression—if you know where to look. In Jane Austen and Crime, Susannah Fullerton reveals layers of drama that could easily be invisible to modern readers. For instance, Harriet’s mortal terror at being accosted by gypsies in Emma is understandable when you know that, in Jane … Continue reading Jane Austen and Crime by Susannah Fullerton →

The Adolphus’ Curried Chicken Salad

The Adolphus’ Curried Chicken SaladMakes 3 1/2 cups2 1/2 cups grilled chicken breast, finely diced1/2 large Granny Smith apple, peeled and finely diced1/2 stalk celery, finely diced1 tablespoon finely diced yellow onion2 tablespoons cashews, roasted and chopped1 cup mayonnaise1/2 tablespoon curry powder1. Salt and ground black pepper, to taste.2. In a large bowl, combine the … Continue reading The Adolphus’ Curried Chicken Salad →

Preparing for the AGM: thematic questions for reading

". . . tell me all about your brothers and sisters."What fun we will have talking about Jane Austen's brothers and sisters! As you read for the AGM, keep in mind the theme and ask yourself these questions: Did you know that each novel contains at least three sibling pairs? Have you wondered why the … Continue reading Preparing for the AGM: thematic questions for reading →

JASNA-NY Possible Day trip to the Yale Center for British Art

Yale Center for British Art will be having 2 Exhibits this fall, might be of interest to our members.1. Mrs. Delany and Her Circlefrom September 24, 2009 to January 3, 2010The exhibition will explore the life, world and work ofMary Delany, nee Mary Granville (1700-1788).2. Horace Walpole's Strawberry Hillfrom October 15, 2009 to January 3, … Continue reading JASNA-NY Possible Day trip to the Yale Center for British Art →

Lady Vernon and Her Daughter

A reading and talk by Mother/daughter team of Jane Rubino and Caitlen Rubino-BradwayThursday, Oct 15th at 6:30 p.m.at the Center for Fiction (formerly the Mercantile Library)at 17 E. 47th Street, NYCTo attend this event, please call the Library directly at 212-755-6710 to reserve your spot (space is limited) or email them at info@mercantilelibrary.orgThis event is … Continue reading Lady Vernon and Her Daughter →

Preparing for the AGM: book tote

“I declare after all there is no enjoyment like reading!”—Jane Austen Here, here! Jane Austen’s jubilant declaration paired with a handsome silhouette of the beloved author make this 100% cotton natural-colored canvas bag the perfect vessel for toting books and reading accessories. Measuring 18"x14½" and 3" deep, our sturdy Jane Austen Book Tote is a … Continue reading Preparing for the AGM: book tote →

Brookdale Class on Jane Austen

Brookdale Community College is offering the following class:Love And Money: Three British NovelsJanet Blundell, adjunct librarian, Brookdale Community CollegeThese British classics are satisfying stories of love, but money and status are also important factors in the marital equation. Explore issues of relationship and status against the backgrounds of Victorian and Edwardian England. We’ll discuss: Pride … Continue reading Brookdale Class on Jane Austen →

Lecture Series

Pride and Prejudice and Emma at the 92nd street YJASNA member, Jan Fergus will teaching three sessions starting on Tuesday, October 13, 2009. Jan is an engaging lecturer. if you know anyone who wants to learn more about Austen, tell them about the course.click here for a link to the 92nd Street Y course