To our dear Janeite friends, The Central California region of JASNA hopes you are merry and well during this season. This has been a year full of challenges for us all, but we hold in our hearts that we will be able to meet again in person sometime in 2021. Until that day happens, we… Continue reading 2020 JASNA Central California Holiday Newsletter
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A Toast to Jane Austen with JASNA California Regions!
The California Regions of JASNA invite you to celebrate Jane Austen's birthday with them at this afternoon salon of ideas, games, and fun.This is a group event by JASNA Southwest, JASNA Northern California, JASNA Greater Sacramento, JASNA San Diego and JASNA Central California. The programme will include: PANEL DISCUSSION: Theatrically yours, Jane Austen Enjoy this… Continue reading A Toast to Jane Austen with JASNA California Regions!
Austen-Themed Virtual Events for your At-Home Entertainment
Depend upon JASNA regions all across the country to keep you in good stead with Austen entertainment, even from home. With an assist from other Austenites like those at Chawton House and Silver Petticoat Review, there are several ways to get your Austen fix this summer. July 10-12, 2020. JASNA Greater Louisville, KY Region- Virtual… Continue reading Austen-Themed Virtual Events for your At-Home Entertainment
Statement of solidarity against racism in our JASNA Region.
We acknowledge Austen’s place in the Western canon and its institutional privilege, therefore we commit to educating ourselves on the historical and cultural context of Austen’s work and our role in studying and promoting it.
Another great virtual discussion: “Juvenilia” on Zoom and Facebook Live
This month, we honored the 2020 JASNA theme and took a look at selections from the Juvenilia.