May 2, 2020 | 10:00-4:00 p.m.
2020 Spring Gala
The in-person gala has been canceled and we are moving to a virtual event.
Please read Maureen Collins's letter for more information.
AUSTEN AROUND TOWN
Visit "Austen-Related Events" for a list of other upcoming events in the area!
Spring 2019 "LETTER FROM CHICAGO"
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You don’t need to be an Austen expert to feel at home in JASNA. We welcome new members whether they are reading their first Austen novel or have reread her books many times. Members enjoy special events throughout the year as well as friendship, good food, fun and learning. Learn more...
Before the house-maid had lit their fire the next day, or the sun gained any power over a cold, gloomy morning in January, Marianne, only half dressed, was kneeling against one of the window-seats for the sake of all the little light she could command from it, and writing as fast as a continual flow of tears would permit her.