{Moonlight Court}, aka Meredith, is selling her jewelry, which has several pieces inspired by Jane Austen. Catch Meredith at the meetings or find her on Etsy. In the “message to seller” section mention CNJJASNA and Meredith will donate 15% of the item's purchase price to the chapter. Any item for sale will be part of … Continue reading CNJ JASNA Fundraiser
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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
Save the date! RSVP quick!
Join Central New Jersey JASNA on Saturday, February 20, 2010 at The Morgan Library and Museum, 225 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10016 to experience “A Woman’s Wit: Jane Austen’s Life and Legacy. JASNA CNJ plans to have a guided tour by a Museum Educator tailored for our organization and refreshments at The Morgan Cafe. … Continue reading Save the date! RSVP quick!
What really killed Jane Austen?
An article recently featured on CNN Entertainment explores the cause of Jane Austen's death. Here is the whole article:By Richard Allen Greene, CNNDecember 2, 2009 5:37 p.m. ESTLondon, England (CNN) -- It is a truth universally acknowledged -- or nearly so -- that Jane Austen, the author of "Pride and Prejudice," died of a rare … Continue reading What really killed Jane Austen?
Celebrate Jane Austen with CNJ-JASNA!
Please join JASNA Central New Jersey for a birthday toast to Jane Austen at the Cranbury Inn, 21 South Main Street, Cranbury, New Jersey on Saturday, December 5, 2009 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. We will celebrate Austen’s 234th birthday, plan and discuss the year’s upcoming programs together, and share our love of all … Continue reading Celebrate Jane Austen with CNJ-JASNA!
December Events at Allaire Village
Be sure to visit Historic Allaire Village during the month of December as they are hosting many wonderful events. F0r more information visit: http://www.allairevillage.org/DECEMBER5/ 6 Sat./Sun. Christmas at Allaire Sat & Sun.12 noon - 3:30p.m. $6/ Adult- $4/ Child (5-14 Yrs.) per day. Horse & Wagon Ride extra $7.50/ Adult, $5 Children under1211 Fri. “A … Continue reading December Events at Allaire Village
More Jane Austen at the Morgan!
Here is a link for an interesting slideshow of the Morgan exhibit: http://www.nytimes.com/slideshow/2009/11/06/arts/20091107-austen-ss_index.html Courtesy of the New York Times
Jane Austen Exhibit at the Morgan
New York Times reports in the ARTS / ART & DESIGN in the November 07, 2009 edition on the Jane Austen exhibit at the Morgan Library. Follow this link: Exhibition Review 'A Woman: At the Morgan, the Jane Austen Her Family Knew for the article by EDWARD ROTHSTEIN "A Woman's Wit: Jane Austen's Life and … Continue reading Jane Austen Exhibit at the Morgan
1836 Thanksgiving Day Celebration
Celebrate the Thanksgiving season at Allaire Village on Nov. 22. For more information: http://www.allairevillage.org/"Our harvest being gotten in, our governor sent four men on fowling, that so we might after a special manner rejoice together after we had gathered the fruit of our labors. They four in one day killed as much fowl as, with … Continue reading 1836 Thanksgiving Day Celebration