What we’re about
Whether you are a familiar devotee of Jane Austen novels or Austen-curious, this book club will be a fun space to share conversation and laughs about her six major novels and all their characters and wit. We will indulge in Jane Austen-related media from the 18th century to present. I look forward to geeking out with you!
Members from any zip are welcome but meetings will primarily localize in South & western Wake (Holly Springs, Fuquay, Apex, Cary)
Featured event
Road Trip! Jane Austen at the Mint "Art of Reading"
The Mint Museum in Charlotte has several tours celebrating Jane Austen's 250th birthday this year! Let's take a road trip to see their "Art of Reading" Pride & Prejudice themed tour. This tour will highlight selected art pieces in the Portals to the Past exhibition: British pottery, porcelain and paintings. A docent will guide us in examining the art as it illustrates the culture, lifestyle and history of the period Jane Austen brings to life.
After the tour, we can explore then have dinner to toast Jane's birthday on the 16th before heading home. More details to come! If you plan to attend, please RSVP and complete THIS FORM so Rachel has your preferred contact information.
Upcoming events
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•OnlineWCPL Webinar: Austen & Alibis
OnlineWake County Public Libraries offers this free virtual program as part of the celebration of Jane Austen's 250th birthday this year!
Jane Austen’s characters live on in author Tirzah Price’s mysteries for young adults (Pride and Premeditation, Sense and Second Degree Murder). In this webinar, Tirzah takes us inside the crimes and investigations of the 18th century and how they differ from today’s procedurals. The fascinating tidbits that she discovered while researching her Austen-inspired mysteries will shed light on how society both stifled and inspired the women of that time.
Make sure you register in advance for this event: Register Here
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•OnlineVirtual Q&A with Rebecca Romney - presented by Wake County Public Libraries
OnlineWake County Public Libraries offers this free virtual program as part of the celebration of Jane Austen's 250th birthday! I am especially excited for this event because I have heard good things about Jane Austen's Bookshelf by Rebecca Romney & I wanted to read it as a group in 2026.
For this event Romney will be in conversation with WCPL librarians about Jane Austen, Romney's work as a rare books dealer, and what it's like to talk books on a popular TV series. Patrons are also invited to submit questions for Romney before or during the event.
Make sure you register in advance for this event: Register Here and I hope to see you in the chat!
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Past events
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