4.30.2009
JA Appreciation in NY
May 12, 2009, New York City: Mount Vernon Hotel Museum & Garden will have an evening of Jane Austen appreciation at 6 p.m. Former JASNA president Elsa Solender will be the speaker. Tickets are $20 for non-members and free for members. Reservations are suggested (see the link for details).
4.29.2009
Painted Faces: The Private History of Portrait Miniatures
The Royal Oak Foundation is presenting:
A Lecture titled "Painted Faces: The Private History of Portrait Miniatures"
by Elle Shushan Collector and Author
On Monday, May 18th, at 6:00 pmLocation:Abigail Adams Smith Auditorium (Colonial Dames)417 East 61st StreetReception follows lecture.$30 Royal Oak Members; $40 Non-Members
The Royal Oak Foundation has kindly offered JASNA the Member price for this lecture.
click here to register at the Royal Oak website
A Lecture titled "Painted Faces: The Private History of Portrait Miniatures"
by Elle Shushan Collector and Author
On Monday, May 18th, at 6:00 pmLocation:Abigail Adams Smith Auditorium (Colonial Dames)417 East 61st StreetReception follows lecture.$30 Royal Oak Members; $40 Non-Members
The Royal Oak Foundation has kindly offered JASNA the Member price for this lecture.
click here to register at the Royal Oak website
4.28.2009
Where’s Where in Jane Austen’s Novels
A defining characteristic of Jane Austen’s fiction is its realism, which is manifest in details of speech, manner, lifestyle, and even geography. In each novel her “3 or 4 Families in a Country Village” are situated in a specific part of England.
Sense and Sensibility, her first published novel, begins, “The family of Dashwood had been long settled in Sussex.” Austen uses the removal of the Dashwood women from Norland Park in Sussex to Barton Cottage in distant Devonshire to underscore both their exile from a cherished home and their displacement from an established social position to a modest life among strangers. Here's a link to the map of this area: http://www.jasna.org/info/images/map-ss-1200.jpg
Sense and Sensibility, her first published novel, begins, “The family of Dashwood had been long settled in Sussex.” Austen uses the removal of the Dashwood women from Norland Park in Sussex to Barton Cottage in distant Devonshire to underscore both their exile from a cherished home and their displacement from an established social position to a modest life among strangers. Here's a link to the map of this area: http://www.jasna.org/info/images/map-ss-1200.jpg
4.26.2009
AGM Reading List available
Brothers & Sisters Reading List now available in preparation for the October AGM in Philadelphia. Here's the link from JASNA: http://www.jasna.org/info/siblings.html
4.24.2009
Bloomsbury Auctions-New York
Bloomsbury Auctions-New York announces the exhibition and auction of:
The Paula Peyraud Collection, Samuel Johnson
and Women Writers in Georgian Society
Wednesday, 6 May, 2009 • 10:00 am
Bloomsbury Auctions, the world’s leading auction house for rare books and works on paper, announces The Paula Peyraud Collection, Samuel Johnson and Women Writers in Georgian Society with over 480 lots of books, manuscripts and paintings tells the fascinating story of English society in the middle and late Georgian periods. This extraordinary sale focuses on the artistic and literary women who came to the fore in the period 1750-1840.
The Paula Peyraud Collection, Samuel Johnson
and Women Writers in Georgian Society
Wednesday, 6 May, 2009 • 10:00 am
Bloomsbury Auctions, the world’s leading auction house for rare books and works on paper, announces The Paula Peyraud Collection, Samuel Johnson and Women Writers in Georgian Society with over 480 lots of books, manuscripts and paintings tells the fascinating story of English society in the middle and late Georgian periods. This extraordinary sale focuses on the artistic and literary women who came to the fore in the period 1750-1840.
4.23.2009
Hot Off the Presses!
Janeites-Be on the lookout! Your newest edition of Persuasions is coming soon. If you are not a JASNA member, please consider joining so as not to miss out on such wonderful texts, such as this journal, and other benefits.
4.21.2009
The Joy of Tea
A Free Seminar by Meridian Manor by the Sea (160 Main St. Ocean Grove) for Wednesday, April 29 from 1:30-4pm. For more information or to register, please call Sharyn Mooney at 732/481-8307
4.18.2009
Strawberry & Lavender Scones
Strawberry-Lavender Scones
Makes 12 scones
2 1/2 cups sifted bread flour1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar1 1/2 tablespoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 cup chopped fresh strawberries1/2 cup finely chopped toasted almond slivers1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons heavy cream, divided2 teaspoons lavender2 1/2 tablespoons honey
1. Preheat oven to 400°. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda. Add the strawberries and almonds, and toss gently to combine.
3. In a small bowl, microwave 1/2 cup cream on HIGH in 30-second intervals until cream simmers. Add the lavender to the cream, and let steep for 5 minutes; strain.
4. In a separate small bowl, mix together the honey and the lavender-infused cream. Pour the honey-cream mixture into the flour mixture, and stir until dough just comes together (dough will be sticky).
5. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough out to 1/2-inch thickness. Using a 2-inch square cutter, cut 12 scones. Place on prepared baking sheet, and brush tops with remaining cream. Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until light golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.
Makes 12 scones
2 1/2 cups sifted bread flour1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar1 1/2 tablespoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 cup chopped fresh strawberries1/2 cup finely chopped toasted almond slivers1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons heavy cream, divided2 teaspoons lavender2 1/2 tablespoons honey
1. Preheat oven to 400°. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda. Add the strawberries and almonds, and toss gently to combine.
3. In a small bowl, microwave 1/2 cup cream on HIGH in 30-second intervals until cream simmers. Add the lavender to the cream, and let steep for 5 minutes; strain.
4. In a separate small bowl, mix together the honey and the lavender-infused cream. Pour the honey-cream mixture into the flour mixture, and stir until dough just comes together (dough will be sticky).
5. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough out to 1/2-inch thickness. Using a 2-inch square cutter, cut 12 scones. Place on prepared baking sheet, and brush tops with remaining cream. Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until light golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.
From Teatime Magazine
4.16.2009
NYTimes.com: Mr. Darcy Woos Elizabeth Bennet While Zombies Attack
NY Times OPINION April 14, 2009 Editorial Observer: Mr. Darcy Woos Elizabeth Bennet While Zombies Attack By ADAM COHENMonster stories are a projection of our collective anxieties - and that may explain why in the current economic downturn, zombies are starting to catch up with the long-fashionable vampire.
4.14.2009
Austen in spotlight at Barnes & Nobel
Barnes & Noble has a 30% off coupon for Jane Austen Collection expires April 20th. Here's a link to the discount: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/email/nonav.asp?r=1&pid=27728
4.12.2009
Berkeley Heights Library presents "Bride & Prejudice"
April Fri 24
Movie Matinee
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
2-4 p.m. April 24.
Musical/comedy film that is the Bollywood version of Jane Austen's novel, Pride & Prejudice. (more)
Berkeley Heights Public Library
Berkeley Heights, NJ
Movie Matinee
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
2-4 p.m. April 24.
Musical/comedy film that is the Bollywood version of Jane Austen's novel, Pride & Prejudice. (more)
Berkeley Heights Public Library
Berkeley Heights, NJ
4.10.2009
Barnegat Historical Society Presents: Victorian Tea
May 16, 2009
Two seatings - 11:30am or 1:30pm
$15.00 per person
A full tea at the beautiful Cox House Museum
Historic downtown Barnegat
Seating is limited - advanced registration required by
calling 609-698-3788 or Email www.Barnegat.historical@gmail.com
Make check payable to Barnegat Historical Society
Two seatings - 11:30am or 1:30pm
$15.00 per person
A full tea at the beautiful Cox House Museum
Historic downtown Barnegat
Seating is limited - advanced registration required by
calling 609-698-3788 or Email www.Barnegat.historical@gmail.com
Make check payable to Barnegat Historical Society
4.08.2009
Travel and Transportation in JA Times
May 15-17, 2009, Port Jefferson, New York: JASNA’s Greater New York Region will sponsor a weekend event, “Travel & Transportation in the Time of Jane Austen.” Speakers include Sandy Lerner, founder of Chawton House Library and an expert on Regency era horse-drawn vehicles, Professor Janine Barchas of the University of Texas, and Professor Michael Simon of SUNY Stony Brook. Other activities include a welcome tea and cookies, an original stage production by Lynn Marie Macy, a dinner cruise on Long Island Sound, and a visit to The Long Island Museum of American Art, History & Carriages. The weekend event is $200. Please visit the JASNA-NY website for registration, hotel, and travel information for this event.
4.06.2009
Book Suggestion: Recreating Jane Austen
Recreating Jane Austen is a book for readers who know and love Austen's work. Stimulated by the recent crop of film and television versions of Austen's novels, John Wiltshire examines how her work has been "recreated" in another age and medium. Written in an engaging and readable style, this accessible study approaches the central question of the role Jane Austen plays in the contemporary cultural imagination.
4.04.2009
Colonial Dames Tea
Sunday April 26 2009
Time: 2 PM - 4 PM
Mrs. Harker's Tea
In 1930 local resident Miriam Harker set out to restore Peachfield to its 18th century appearance; Mrs. Harker lived and entertained at this historic home throughout the first half of the last century. You are cordially invited to visit this lovely house and to enjoy traditional tea sandwiches, scones and sweets typical of Mrs. Harker's era while learning more about the tradition of tea. Guests are invited to wear their favorite hat and to share its story. Sara M. Rand will present an entertaining and informative lecture on hats then and now.
FEE: $15.00 per person, seating is limited and reservations are required.
http://www.colonialdamesnj.org/events.html
Time: 2 PM - 4 PM
Mrs. Harker's Tea
In 1930 local resident Miriam Harker set out to restore Peachfield to its 18th century appearance; Mrs. Harker lived and entertained at this historic home throughout the first half of the last century. You are cordially invited to visit this lovely house and to enjoy traditional tea sandwiches, scones and sweets typical of Mrs. Harker's era while learning more about the tradition of tea. Guests are invited to wear their favorite hat and to share its story. Sara M. Rand will present an entertaining and informative lecture on hats then and now.
FEE: $15.00 per person, seating is limited and reservations are required.
http://www.colonialdamesnj.org/events.html
4.02.2009
Jane Austen Society of Lancaster County Annual Tea
Jane Austen Society of Lancaster County Annual Tea
April 21, 2009
6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Lititz Public Library
Lititz, Pennsylvania
Enjoy music and costumes from the Regency era with an Afternoon Tea surrounded by all things Jane Austen. View tabletop displays and meet the local author of Honour and Humility, a sequel to Pride and Prejudice. Tea and tea refreshments will be served. For more information or reservations, please call 717-626-2255.
*****Note: This is not a JASNA sponsored event.
April 21, 2009
6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Lititz Public Library
Lititz, Pennsylvania
Enjoy music and costumes from the Regency era with an Afternoon Tea surrounded by all things Jane Austen. View tabletop displays and meet the local author of Honour and Humility, a sequel to Pride and Prejudice. Tea and tea refreshments will be served. For more information or reservations, please call 717-626-2255.
*****Note: This is not a JASNA sponsored event.
4.01.2009
Alexander McCall Smith's No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency
A recommended reading and now, even TV viewing is the book series by Alexander McCall Smith-The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency. HBO has created a TV series based on the book which shows on Sundays. This very delightful series smacks with wit, grace, humor and the smallness of a society often found in our Jane's novels. For more information: http://www.mccallsmith.com/botswana.htm
Cape May Victorian Dance Weekend
April 25–26 Cape May, NJ Sponsored by: the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts
Kick up your heels as they did in Cape May 100 years ago. Vintage Dance instructors Al and Jan Seabra will conduct dance workshops on Saturday and prepare participants for the Vintage Ball Saturday, where you can show off your new steps in vintage costume to live music by Spare Parts. On Sunday afternoon it’s time for an elegant Tea Dance. For more information, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit sponsor's website.
Kick up your heels as they did in Cape May 100 years ago. Vintage Dance instructors Al and Jan Seabra will conduct dance workshops on Saturday and prepare participants for the Vintage Ball Saturday, where you can show off your new steps in vintage costume to live music by Spare Parts. On Sunday afternoon it’s time for an elegant Tea Dance. For more information, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit sponsor's website.
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